JP2011092415A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To increase excitement and enjoyment of a game machine which executes advance-notice presentation with the display of storage. <P>SOLUTION: If the result of variable display of storage data for continuous presentation is a "miss" (if a buffer value as a condition for starting the continuous presentation is "0" or "3" or "1" or "4") after the continuous presentation is started, the continuous presentation can be canceled. With this structure, the frequency of execution of advance-notice presentation can be increased, and the continuous presentation can be canceled if the result of variable display is not a jackpot, so that impairment of a player's sense of expectancy can be prevented. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more specifically, based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display after a game medium passes through a start area provided in the game area. Variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of identifiable identification information and deriving and displaying a display result, and when a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the identification information, The present invention relates to a gaming machine that controls an advantageous specific gaming state.

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a prize game medium such as a predetermined number of prize balls is obtained. Some are paid out to players. In addition, a variable display device is provided that can variably display identification information (also referred to as “variation”) when a game medium wins in a predetermined winning area (start winning opening) (start condition is established). In some cases, when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result (big hit symbol), the game can be controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player.

  In the variable display device, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol in the left, middle, and right symbols) continue for a predetermined period of time and stop and shake in a state that matches the specific display result. It can be a big hit before the final result is displayed because it is moving, scaling, or deforming, or multiple symbols change synchronously with the same symbol, or the position of the displayed symbol is switched. A state in which sex continues is called a reach state. A game machine provided with a plurality of modes in which different effects (reach effects) are executed is also proposed. As a reach effect, what executes a predetermined effect (for example, an effect suggesting that there is a high possibility of a big hit) is also referred to as a super reach. In addition, a gaming machine in which an effect (notice effect) for notifying that there is a high possibility that a big hit or a reach (particularly super reach) will occur is executed separately from the reach effect.

  If the variable display cannot be started, such as when the variable display is being executed on the variable display device, and the start condition is met, the variable display is held and stored, and the number of held variable displays can be specified. A gaming machine has also been proposed. And the game machine which performs a notice effect by changing the display mode of such a hold display is also proposed (for example, patent documents 1). In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, a plurality of timings for executing such a notice effect are provided.

JP 2004-229888 A

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, if the notice effect is executed only when a big hit, the frequency of executing the notice effect decreases. For this reason, the announcement effect is executed even when the big hit is not made. However, if the announcement effect is frequently executed when the big deal is not made, the proportion of the big hit becomes low even if the announcement effect is executed. This will detract from the player's expectation for the notice effect.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that ensures the frequency of executing the notice effect and ensures the expectation of the notice effect.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention has a start area provided in the game area (for example, a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a second start formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B). After a game medium (for example, a game ball) passes through a winning opening, etc., each is determined based on the establishment of a start condition that permits the start of variable display (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231). A variable display means (for example, the image display device 5) that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified (for example, decorative symbols) and displays and displays the display result is provided. Game machine that controls to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when the identification information is displayed as a display result of the identification information. For example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, “8”, etc.) for variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium passes through the start area And a storage unit that can be stored as a storage unit (for example, the first special figure storage unit 151A or the second special figure storage unit 151B) and the storage unit stored in the storage unit Hold display means for displaying in the hold display mode (for example, start winning storage display area 5H, etc.) and hold determination for determining whether or not the display result of variable display stored as the hold storage is the specific display result Based on the means (for example, the part in which the CPU 103 executes the process of step S352) and the determination by the hold determination means, the hold display of the hold memory that is the object of the determination Based on the result of determination by the notice effect determining means (for example, the part in which the effect control CPU 120 executes the processing of steps S705 to S707) for determining whether or not to execute the notice effect that changes the appearance. A notice effect execution means for executing the notice effect (for example, the part in which the effect control CPU 120 executes the processes of steps S510 and S559), and the notice effect determination means is the suspension subject to the determination. A first notice effect (for example, a continuous effect pattern) that changes the held display mode of storage from the normal display mode to a predetermined special display mode and maintains the special display mode until the variable display that is the object of determination is executed. RP1, RP2, RP3, RP4, etc.) and the hold display mode of the hold memory that is the object of determination is the normal display mode A second notice effect (for example, a continuous effect of continuous effect patterns RP1-1, RP1-2, RP2-1, RP2-2) that returns to the normal display mode at a predetermined timing after being changed to the special display mode, First determining means for determining that the first notice effect is to be executed (for example, for effect control) when it is determined by the hold determining means that the specific display result is obtained. The CPU 120 uses the continuous effect cancellation determination table 162 to determine that the continuous effect is not canceled when the continuous effect start condition buffer value is “2” or “5”), and the hold determination unit. When it is determined that the specific display result is not obtained, second determining means for determining to execute the second notice effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 stops the continuous effect). Using the fixed table 162, the continuous production start condition buffer value is “0” or “3”, “1” or “4”, and the portion determined to stop the continuous production). It is characterized by.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the frequency of execution of the notice effect, and when the specific display result is not obtained, the notice effect that the special display form returns to the normal display form is executed. It can prevent impairing the feeling.

The notice effect determining means is a third determining means for determining that the second notice effect is to be executed when the hold determining means determines that the specific display result is obtained (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs the continuous effect). The stop determination table 162 may be used to include a portion that determines to stop the continuous effect when the continuous effect start condition buffer value is “2” or “5”.
According to such a configuration, even when the second notice effect is executed, the possibility of a specific display result can be left, and the player's expectation can be maintained. Interest is improved.

The notice effect determining means, as the predetermined timing in the second notice effect, a first timing (for example, when the holding number becomes 2) and a second timing (for example, different from the first timing) If the display result of the variable display of the hold storage that is the object of the determination becomes the specific display result, the determination is made from the first timing. Is determined to be the second timing at a higher rate (for example, in the continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 than when the continuous effect start condition buffer value is “0”, “3”, “1”, or “4”). Also, when the continuous production start condition buffer value is “2” or “5”, it is easy to decide to stop the continuous production when the hold number becomes 1. It may be.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to notify the possibility of a specific display result depending on the timing at which the special display mode returns to the normal display mode, and the player comes to pay attention to the second notice effect. Interest is improved.

Among a plurality of types of display modes including a specific stage arrival display mode that changes a display mode to a specific level according to a predetermined order when it is determined to execute the preliminary notification effect by the notification effect determination unit, Display mode determining means for determining the special display mode to be changed in the notice effect to be executed (for example, continuous effect patterns RP5 to RP8 in the continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165, and continuous effect patterns in the continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165) RP9 to RP14 are further determined, and the display mode determination means includes the specific stage arrival display mode when the execution of the first notice is determined by the notice effect determination means. To determine the special display mode and to execute the second notice effect. The special display mode is determined from display modes that do not include the specific stage arrival display mode (for example, if the continuous production pattern is a continuous production pattern RP9, RP10, RP13 that changes to a specific stage (step S722). ; Yes), the continuous production may not be stopped).
According to such a configuration, when the notice effect has advanced to a predetermined stage, the special display mode does not return to the normal display mode, so that the player's expectation can be enhanced, and the interest of the game is enhanced. improves.

The notice effect determining means determines to execute the notice effect only when a predetermined number or more of variable displays are stored as the reserved memory in the reserved memory means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 determines Yes in step S703). Only when it is determined that, Steps S705 to S707 are executed).
According to such a configuration, when there are few timing options for changing the display mode of the hold storage, the effect of the presentation is small, so that the control burden can be reduced by not performing the notice effect.

Predetermining means for determining whether or not to control to the specific gaming state before derivation display of the display result (for example, the part where the CPU 103 executes the processing of steps S240 and S241) and the determination result of the predetermining means Thus, variable display pattern determination means (for example, the CPU 103 performs steps S261 to S261) for determining the variable display pattern of the identification information from among a plurality of types of variable display patterns including a specific variable display pattern (for example, a variation pattern with super reach). Based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination unit and the variable display execution unit (for example, the production control CPU 120 performs the variable display execution of the identification information) based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination unit (step S162). And the like. Further, for the variable display stored as the hold storage, it is further determined whether or not the variable display pattern of the identification information is the specific variable display pattern (for example, the CPU 103 executes the process of step S357), and The second determining means of the notice effect determining means determines whether or not to execute the second notice effect based on the determination that the specific variable display pattern is obtained (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs step). After executing the processing of S506, the processing of S705 to S707 is executed), and the variable display pattern determining means is a variable display determining numerical value (for example, a variation pattern type) extracted when the game medium passes through the starting area. Determination values are assigned to the plurality of types of variable display patterns and the like. The variable display pattern of the identification information is determined using a determination table (for example, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A and the loss variation pattern type determination tables 132C and 132D), and the determination table includes the specific display A different determined value is assigned to a variable display pattern other than the variable display pattern according to the number of reserved memories when the start condition is satisfied, while the reserved memory is assigned to the specific variable display pattern. Regardless of the number of reserved storages in the means, at least a part is assigned a common decision value (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10C, 10D, 24, etc., non-reach and normal reach other than super reach are performed. Different variation values are assigned to variation pattern types that include accompanying variation patterns depending on whether they are for normal use or for shortening. The hold determination unit determines whether or not the variable display pattern of the identification information becomes the specific variable display pattern based on the variable display determination numerical value and the common determination value. It may be configured as follows.
According to such a configuration, the determined value of a specific variable display pattern is made common regardless of the number of reserved memories, while the determined value of a variable display pattern other than the specific variable display pattern is made different according to the number of reserved memories. As a result, the variable display time can be adjusted according to the number of reserved memories, and a situation in which the variable display operating rate decreases can be prevented as much as possible.

As the variable display means, a first start condition for allowing a variable display to start after a game medium passes through a first start area (for example, a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A) as the start area. Based on the establishment of (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231), a plurality of types of first identification information (for example, the first special figure) that can be identified can be variably displayed and a display result is derived. The game medium has a first variable display means for displaying (for example, the first special symbol display device 4A) and a second starting region (for example, the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B) as the starting region. A plurality of second types that can be identified based on the establishment of a second start condition that permits the start of variable display after passing (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231). Second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 4B) that variably displays other information (for example, the second special figure) and displays the display result, and the first variable display means or the above-mentioned A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined display result predetermined on the second variable display means is derived and displayed as a display result of the first identification information or the second identification information The hold storage means is configured to hold the first hold within a predetermined upper limit range for the variable display in which the first start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium passes through the first start area. First hold storage means (for example, the first special figure hold storage unit 151A, etc.) that can be stored as a memory and a variable in which the second start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the second start area table And a second holding storage means (for example, the second special figure holding storage section 151B) that can be stored as the second holding storage within a predetermined upper limit number, and the variable display of the second variable display means Priority variable display means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the processing of steps S233 to S235) executed in preference to the variable display of the first variable display means, and after the specific gaming state, the second start area Special gaming state control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process of step S313) that controls to a special gaming state (for example, a state in which time control is executed (high base state), etc.) in which a game medium passes frequently The notice effect execution means is in control to the specific gaming state (for example, the CPU 103 determines Yes in step S350C). , For example, the CPU 103 prohibits the notice effect based on the first hold memory stored in the first hold storage means (for example, if the CPU 103 determines Yes in step S350C, the winning determination (steps S352, S353) , The process of S357, etc.) is not performed, and the process proceeds to step S362 and the fourth winning prize determination result command is transmitted to prohibit the notice effect).
According to such a configuration, the player recognizes the possibility that the variable display corresponding to the first start area stored on hold after the end of the specific gaming state becomes the specific display result (that is, the specific display result). It is possible to prevent the game that is won in the second starting area from being continued in a state in which it is ensured that

As the variable display means, a first start condition for allowing a variable display to start after a game medium passes through a first start area (for example, a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A) as the start area. Based on the establishment of (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231), a plurality of types of first identification information (for example, the first special figure) that can be identified can be variably displayed and a display result is derived. The game medium has a first variable display means for displaying (for example, the first special symbol display device 4A) and a second starting region (for example, the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B) as the starting region. A plurality of second types that can be identified based on the establishment of a second start condition that permits the start of variable display after passing (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231). Second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 4B) that variably displays other information (for example, the second special figure) and displays the display result, and the first variable display means or the above-mentioned A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined display result predetermined on the second variable display means is derived and displayed as a display result of the first identification information or the second identification information The hold storage means is configured to hold the first hold within a predetermined upper limit range for the variable display in which the first start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium passes through the first start area. First hold storage means (for example, the first special figure hold storage unit 151A, etc.) that can be stored as a memory and a variable in which the second start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the second start area table And a second holding storage means (for example, the second special figure holding storage section 151B) that can be stored as the second holding storage within a predetermined upper limit number, and the variable display of the second variable display means Prioritized variable display means (for example, the part where the CPU 103 executes the processes of steps S233 to S235) executed with priority over the variable display of the first variable display means and the second start area when a predetermined condition is satisfied Special game state control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the processing of step S313, etc.) for controlling to a special game state (for example, a state in which time control is executed (high base state), etc.) ), And the notice effect executing means is controlling to the special gaming state (for example, the CPU 103 determines Yes in step S350B). , For example, the CPU 103 prohibits the notice effect based on the first hold storage stored in the first hold storage means (for example, if the CPU 103 determines Yes in step S350B, the winning determination (steps S352, S353) , The process of S357, etc.) is not performed, and the process proceeds to step S362 and the fourth winning prize determination result command is transmitted to prohibit the notice effect).
According to such a configuration, the player recognizes the possibility that the variable display corresponding to the first start area stored on hold after the end of the specific gaming state becomes the specific display result (that is, the specific display result). It is possible to prevent the game that is won in the second starting area from being continued in a state in which it is ensured that

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a figure which shows the positional relationship of a player's hand in operation of an operation part, a ball | bend rental switch, and a return switch. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows various chance eyes. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the side of a main board | substrate. It is a figure which illustrates a change pattern and a change pattern classification. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a variation pattern classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the data holding area for game control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the side of an effect control board. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a continuous production | presentation determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a continuous production stop determination table and a continuous production stop timing determination table. It is a figure which shows a detailed continuous production pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of an effect control pattern. FIG. 38 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration example of an effect control data holding area. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interruption process for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific pattern determination process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific pattern determination process at the time of winning. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern common range. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command process at the time of a start winning prize. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of an effect control holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a continuous production start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a continuous production start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design fluctuation | variation setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a final stop symbol determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production setting process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during decoration design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process at the time of a decoration symbol change completion. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in a continuous production. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in a continuous production. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in a continuous production. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in a continuous production. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in a continuous production. It is a figure etc. which show the structural example of the continuous production determination table in a modification. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in the continuous production in a modification. It is a figure etc. which show the structural example of the continuous production determination table in a modification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification of a fluctuation pattern common range.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes). Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”), which are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be displayed, are variably displayed (variable display). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. There is no limitation, and for example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. A plurality of special symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  Both the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are formed, for example, in a square shape. Note that the type of the first special figure and the type of the second special figure may be the same (for example, a number indicating “0” to “9” and a symbol indicating “−”), and the type may be different. May be different. Further, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) indicating, for example, “00” to “99”. .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. In the display area of the image display device 5, the first special symbol variable display by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol variable display by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game respectively correspond to the variable display. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a variable display section divided into a plurality of parts such as three, decorative symbols which are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) each identifiable are variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. In response to the start of either the first special symbol change by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol change by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special game, ”,“ Middle ”, and“ right ”decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. The “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas are movable within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. May be. As described above, in the display area of the image display device 5, a special game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special special game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronization with the figure game, a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be identified is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is derived and displayed. Deriving and displaying the display result means that identification information such as a decorative symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as a complete stop display or a final stop display) and the variable display is ended.

  In the image display device 5, as the display areas to be the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, three areas may be provided so that they can be bonded or separated, or can be bonded and separated. . The display operation in the image display device 5 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. When the first special symbol display device 4A is executing variable display of the first special diagram, the effect control CPU 120 causes the image display device 5 to perform effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol is displayed. When the variable display of the second special figure is executed on the display device 4B, the effect display is executed on the image display device 5 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped.

  The decorative symbols variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R include, for example, eight types of symbols (alphanumeric characters “1” to “8” or Chinese characters). Numbers “1” to “8”, English letters “A” to “H”, eight character images related to a predetermined motif, a combination of numbers, characters or symbols and character images, etc. For example, it may be a decoration image showing a person, an animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or any other figure. In addition to these eight types of decorative symbols, a blank symbol (a symbol that does not constitute a jackpot combination) may be included. A corresponding symbol number is assigned to each of the decorative symbols. For example, symbol numbers “1” to “8” are assigned to alphanumeric characters indicating “1” to “8”, respectively. Note that the number of decorative symbols is not limited to eight, and may be any number as long as an appropriate number of combinations such as a jackpot combination or a combination that is lost can be configured (for example, seven types or nine types).

  During the change of the decorative symbol, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the “left”, “middle”, and “right”, for example, from the smallest to the largest symbol number, sequentially from the top to the bottom. When the scrolling display is performed and the decorative symbol having the largest symbol number (for example, “8”) is displayed, the decorative symbol having the smallest symbol number (for example, “1”) is subsequently displayed. Alternatively, in at least one of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L), the symbols are scrolled from the largest symbol number to the smallest symbol symbol. When the decorative design having the smallest number is displayed, the decorative design having the largest design number may be displayed.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, “left” and “right” color symbol display areas 5A and 5B are arranged. When the variation of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is started as the special symbol game, the variation of the color symbol (for example, update of the display color) is started in the “left” color symbol display area 5A. Is done. On the other hand, when the variation of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B is started as the special symbol game, the variation of the color symbol is started in the “right” color symbol display area 5B. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the variation of the color symbol is finished, and the fixed color symbol that becomes the variable display result of the color symbol is stopped and displayed. That is, the color symbol display area 5A changes in synchronization with the change of the first special figure, and the color symbol display area 5B changes in synchronization with the change of the second special figure.

  The color symbols variably displayed in the “left” and “right” color symbol display areas 5A and 5B include, for example, four types of symbols (for example, “yellow”, “green”, “red”, “blue”, etc.) As long as it is included. Each of the color symbols is assigned a corresponding symbol number. For example, symbol numbers “1” to “4” are assigned to the color symbols “yellow”, “green”, “red”, and “blue”, respectively. A predetermined color design may be stopped and displayed in accordance with whether the variable display result in the special figure game is “big hit” or “losing”.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, a start winning storage display area 5H is arranged. In the start winning memory display area 5H, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number (special figure hold memory number) in an identifiable manner is performed. Here, the holding of the variable display occurs when a game ball enters (starts winning) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B. To do. That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing a variable display game such as a special figure game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition for starting the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Done.

  As an example, the start winning storage display area 5H is provided with a plurality of display parts whose display colors are changed from left to right in order from the variable display game in which the start condition is established based on the occurrence of the start winning. Yes. When the start condition (first start condition) of the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is established based on the game ball entering the first start winning opening, the One of the display parts that are displayed (transparent color) (for example, the display part at the left end of the display part corresponding to the first start winning that is not displayed) is changed to white display. Thereafter, when the start condition (first start condition) of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, for example, the display at the leftmost display part among the display parts corresponding to the first start winning prize is removed, and the first The display in each display part corresponding to one start winning is moved to the left one by one. At this time, one of the display parts that have changed to white display (for example, the display part at the right end of the display part corresponding to the first start winning prize whose display color has changed) returns to non-display. When the start condition (second start condition) of the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is established based on the game ball entering the second start winning opening, normally not displayed ( One of the display parts that are in the transparent color (for example, the leftmost display part among the display parts corresponding to the second start winning that is not displayed) is changed to white display. Thereafter, when the start condition (second start condition) of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, for example, the display at the leftmost display part of the display part corresponding to the second start winning prize is removed, and the second The display in each display part corresponding to 2 start winnings is moved to the left one by one. At this time, one of the display parts that have changed to white display (for example, the rightmost display part of the display parts corresponding to the second start winning prize whose display color has changed) returns to non-display. In this embodiment, eight display portions are provided in the start winning memory display area 5H, of which four on the left are display portions corresponding to the first start winning, and four on the right are the second. It is a display part corresponding to the start winning, and it is possible to specify which start winning is corresponding to the reserved storage.

  In the start winning memory display area 5H, a number indicating the special figure reserved memory number may be displayed so that the player or the like can recognize the special figure reserved memory number. In addition to the start winning memory display area 5H or in place of the start winning memory display area 5H, a display for displaying the number of special figure reserved memories may be provided. In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the start winning memory display area 5H, the first hold for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A display 25A and a second hold display 25B are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the first start winning port formed by the normal winning ball device 6A so as to be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the second start winning port formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B in an identifiable manner. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has, for example, a number (for example, four) of LEDs corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. It is comprised including.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first start winning opening that is always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has an electric motor having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed into a normal open state that is a vertical position and an expanded open state that is a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. A tulip-shaped accessory (ordinary electric accessory) is provided to form a second start winning opening. As an example, in the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening. Normally open. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball enters the second start winning opening by tilt control in which the movable blade piece is tilted when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state. Easy to open and open. In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, although the game ball can enter the second start winning opening even in the normal open state, there is a possibility that the game ball may enter more than in the expanded open state. You may comprise so that it may become low. Alternatively, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be configured such that the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening in the normally open state, for example, by closing the second starting winning opening.

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, a first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, a second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the first reserved memory number is set to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). ) If the following, the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the second reserved memory number is set to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). ) If so, the second start condition is satisfied. The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door shown in FIG. 3, and changes into an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door. Forming a mouth. As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the off state, the special prize opening door closes the special prize opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the ON state, the big prize opening door opens the big winning opening. The game ball that has entered the special winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

  Thus, although the first start condition and the second start condition are satisfied, the special game started first is being executed, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. Due to this, when the start condition for starting the special figure game is not satisfied, the variable display is suspended. For example, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied when the first start condition is satisfied, the first hold memory The number is incremented by 1 (incremented), and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. If the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied when the second start condition is satisfied, the second holding memory is stored. The number is incremented by 1 and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the first reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started. When this is done, the second reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decremented). The added value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number may be the total reserved memory number or the special figure reserved memory number.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). The normal symbol display 20 variably displays, for example, a plurality of types of normal symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, and the like. A plurality of types of normal symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. The normal symbol display 20 is not limited to the one that variably displays the numbers indicating “0” to “9” or the symbols indicating “−” as normal symbols. For example, “O” and “X” are displayed. Ordinary symbols are variably displayed by alternately lighting the decorative lamps (or LEDs) to be displayed, or by lighting a plurality of decorative lamps (or LEDs) such as “left”, “middle”, and “right” in a predetermined order. It may be a thing. Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose hold indicator 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the general-purpose hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

  In addition to the above-described configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, one or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken. Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like. The hitting operation handle only needs to be provided with a single shot switch or a touch ring (touch sensor) for stopping the driving of a shooting motor included in the hitting ball shooting device.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. ) Is provided. An operation unit 30 that can be operated by a player is attached to a member forming the hitting ball supply tray. The operation unit 30 is a push button capable of depressing a direction selected from a plurality of predetermined directions (for example, four directions) such as back, front, left, and right (front and rear, left and right) as viewed from the player. A plurality of operation units, which are a circular operation button 32 in a plan view made up of switches and an annular operation dial 33 in a plan view made up of a dial (jog dial) provided around the operation buttons 32 and capable of being rotated. It is configured to include. The operation button 32 can be pressed down in the whole downward direction in addition to the four directions of front, rear, left and right. That is, the player operates the operation buttons 32 in addition to the pressing direction selection operation for selectively pressing one direction from the front, rear, left and right directions in the state of facing the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the direction selection operation. It is possible to perform an entire pressing determination operation for pressing the entire 32 downward. Further, the player can perform a rotation direction selection operation for selectively rotating the operation dial 33 in one rotation direction of clockwise (clockwise) or counterclockwise (counterclockwise). The player's operation action performed on the operation button 32 and the operation dial 33 is detected by the operation detection switch 31 shown in FIG.

  Note that the operation unit 30 is not limited to a unit that can perform a pressing operation or a rotation operation, and may be a unit that can perform a contact operation or a pressing operation such as a touch panel, or a tilting operation such as a lever-type switch. May be possible. Further, a sensor that can detect a predetermined operation action by the player, such as an infrared sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor, may be used. That is, the operation unit 30 only needs to be configured to detect a predetermined operation action by the player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically.

  In the operation button 32, a portion operated to select the front direction (back side) (the back side portion of the operation button 32 in a state where the player faces the pachinko gaming machine 1) is changed to the front direction portion (back direction portion). ). In the operation button 32, a portion operated to select a rear direction (front side) (a front side portion of the operation button 32 in a state where the player faces the pachinko gaming machine 1) is set to a rear direction portion (front direction portion). ). In the operation button 32, a portion operated to select the left direction (a left portion of the operation button 32 in a state where the player faces the pachinko gaming machine 1) is referred to as a left direction portion. A portion of the operation button 32 that is operated to select the right direction (a right portion of the operation button 32 when the player faces the pachinko gaming machine 1) is referred to as a right direction portion.

  In addition to the operation unit 30, a member that forms the ball supply tray in the gaming machine frame 3 includes a ball lending switch 91 that is operated when a game ball is lent through a predetermined card unit, a prepaid card, and the like. A return switch 92 or the like that is operated when receiving a return is attached. For example, the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92 may be arranged on the same surface as the surface on which the operation unit 30 is attached in the hitting ball supply tray, at a position recessed from the surface. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from pressing the ball lending switch 91 or the return switch 92 by mistake while the player is operating the operation unit 30.

  FIG. 2 shows the positional relationship between the player's hand and the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92 during the operation of the operation unit 30. 2A shows a state in which the operation dial 33 of the operation unit 30 is operated with the left hand, and FIGS. 2B and 2C show a state in which the operation dial 33 is operated with the right hand. Is shown. For example, as shown in FIG. 2 (C), when the operation dial 33 is operated with the right hand, the position of the right hand and the position of the ball rental switch 91 or the return switch 92 are unconsciously overlapped by the player. Sometimes. At this time, if the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92 are installed in a state of protruding on the mounting surface of the operation unit 30 in the hitting ball supply tray, the right hand presses the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92. There is a possibility that an operation unintended by the player may be performed. Therefore, the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92 are arranged in a recessed position on the mounting surface of the operation unit 30 in the hitting ball supply tray, so that the ball lending switch 91 and the return switch 92 are mistakenly operated during the operation of the operation unit 30. This prevents a situation where a hand touches and presses down.

  In the normal game by the normal symbol display 20, the normal symbol display 20 shows that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 provided in the game area is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. After the general chart start condition for executing variable display is established, based on the fact that the general chart start condition for starting variable display of normal symbols, such as the end of the previous general chart game, is established, Be started. In this normal game, after the normal symbol change is started, when a predetermined time as the normal symbol change time elapses, the fixed normal symbol that is a variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol), such as a number indicating “7”, is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbol per symbol such as a number or symbol other than the number indicating “7” is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “ordinary loss”. Become. Corresponding to the fact that the normal symbol variable display result is “per standard”, the expansion / release control (tilt control) is performed in which the movable tulip of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. The normal opening control is performed to return to the vertical position when a predetermined time has elapsed. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the expansion opening control (tilting control) is performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B does not execute the usual game and is tilted. It is possible to perform normal opening control that is performed and returns to the vertical position when a predetermined time has elapsed.

  The special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is based on the fact that a game ball that has entered the first start winning port formed in the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first start port switch 22A shown in FIG. After the first start condition is satisfied, the process is started on the basis that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit game state. In the special game by the second special symbol display device 4B, a game ball that has entered the second start winning port formed in the normal variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second start port switch 22B shown in FIG. After the second start condition is satisfied by the above, it is started based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the last special figure game or the big hit gaming state.

  In the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, after the special symbol variable display is started, the special symbol variable display result is obtained when a predetermined time as the special symbol variable time elapses. A definite special symbol (a special graph display result) is derived and displayed. At this time, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, “big hit” is obtained as a specific display result, and if a special symbol other than the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, “lost” is displayed. After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state in which a round game advantageous to the player (also simply referred to as “round”) is executed a predetermined number of times. . In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment, as an example, the numbers indicating “1”, “3”, and “7” are big hit symbols, the numbers indicating “2” are small hit symbols, and “−” is shown. The symbol is a lost pattern. It should be noted that each symbol such as a big win symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lose symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a big hit symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lost symbol.

  In this embodiment, among the special symbols indicating the numbers “1”, “3”, and “7” that are jackpot symbols, the special symbols indicating the numbers “3” and “7” are 15 round jackpot symbols, A special symbol indicating the number “1” is a two-round jackpot symbol. In the big hit gaming state (15 round big hit state) as a multi-round specific gaming state controlled after the 15 round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the open / close plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is played by opening the large winning opening in a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) which is the first period or until a predetermined number (for example, 9) of winning balls are generated. A round game for changing to the first state advantageous to the player is executed. In this way, the opening and closing plate that opened the grand prize opening during the execution of the round game receives the game ball falling on the surface of the game board 2 and then closed the grand prize opening, thereby providing a special variable prize ball device. 7 is changed to the second state which is disadvantageous to the player, and one round game is completed. In the 15 round big hit state, the number of executions of the round game, which is the open cycle of the big prize opening, becomes the first round number (for example, “15”). A game in the 15 round big hit state in which the number of executions of the round game is “15” is also referred to as a 15-time open game. In such a 15 round big hit state, 15 balls are obtained each time a game ball wins a big winning opening. The 15 round round big hit state is also referred to as a first specific gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state (two round big hit state) as a small round specific gaming state controlled after the two round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set in each round game. The period for changing to the first state advantageous to the player (the period in which the big winning opening is opened by the opening / closing plate) is shorter than the first period in the 15 round big hit state (for example, 0.5 second). Become. In the 2 round big hit state, the number of round games executed is the second round number (for example, “2”) smaller than the first round number in the 15 round big hit state. Note that in the 2 round big hit state, it is only necessary to control the number of executions of the round game to be the second round number, and other control may be performed in the same manner as the 15 round big hit state. A game in a two round big hit state in which the number of executions of the round game is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game. In a two-round big hit state, in a predetermined winning ball device provided separately from the special variable winning ball device 7 in each round game, by changing a predetermined winning port serving as a big winning port from a closed state to an open state, etc. Alternatively, the state may be changed from the second state that is disadvantageous to the player to the first state that is advantageous to the player, and then returned to the second state after a predetermined period (the first period or the second period) has elapsed.

  In such a two-round big win state, if a game ball wins a big winning opening, 15 balls will be obtained, but the opening period of the big winning opening is the second period (0.5 seconds) Short. Therefore, the two-round big hit state is a big hit gaming state in which a game is not substantially obtained. The 2 round big hit state is also referred to as a second specific gaming state. The big hit gaming state as the low round specific gaming state is not limited to the number of round games executed as compared to the big hit gaming state as the multiple round specific gaming state. While the specific gaming state and the multi-round specific gaming state are the same, in the small round specific gaming state, the upper limit period (for example, 2 seconds) for opening the big prize opening is the upper limit period (for example, the multi-round specific gaming state) 29 seconds). In other words, the big hit gaming state as the small round specific gaming state is that the period in which the big prize opening is changed to the open state in each round game is a second period shorter than the first period in the multi-round specific gaming state, It is sufficient that the number of game executions is at least one of the second round numbers smaller than the first round number in the multi-round specific gaming state.

  Further, among the special symbols indicating the numbers “3” and “7” which are the big hit symbols of 15 rounds, the special symbol indicating the number “3” is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special game 15 After the round big hit state is over, as one of the special game states, time reduction control is performed in which the variable symbol variable display time (special figure change time) in the special figure game is shortened compared to the normal state Controlled. Here, the normal state is a normal gaming state as a gaming state different from a specific gaming state such as a big hit gaming state, a probability variation state, and a short-time state, and an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a system reset is performed). In the same manner as in the case where the initialization process is executed after the power is turned on, the same control is performed. If the time-short state is terminated when any of the conditions of the special game is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) and the variable display result is “big hit” is satisfied first, Good. Like the special symbol indicating the number “3”, the 15-round jackpot symbol that is controlled to the short-time state after the jackpot gaming state based on the fact that it is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is not probable. It is called a jackpot symbol (also called “normal jackpot symbol”). Further, the fact that the non-probability variable big hit symbol out of the 15 round big hit symbols is stopped and displayed and the variable display result becomes “big hit” is called “15R non-probable big hit” (also referred to as “15R normal big hit”).

  Out of the special symbols that indicate the numbers of “3” and “7” that will be the big hit symbol of 15 rounds, the special symbol that shows the number of “7” is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game. After the status is over, or after the 2 round jackpot state has ended based on the special symbol showing the number “1” that will be the 2 round jackpot symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special game, As one of the special gaming states different from the normal state, for example, the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the probability variation control (probability variation control) is continuously performed together with the time shortening control in which the special figure variation time is shortened compared to the normal state. Controlled. In this probabilistic state, the variable display result of each special figure game and decorative design is improved so that the probability that the variable display result will be “big hit” and further controlled to the big hit gaming state will be higher than in the normal state and the short-time state. To do. Such a probability change state continues until the next variable display result is a “big hit”, regardless of the number of executions of the special game. Like the special symbol indicating the number “7”, the 15-round jackpot symbol that is controlled to be probable after the jackpot game state based on being stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is It is called a symbol. Like the special symbol indicating the number “1”, the two-round big hit symbol controlled to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state based on being stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game is a sudden big hit symbol. It is called. Further, the fact that the probability variable big hit symbol of the 15 round big hit symbols is stopped and displayed and the variable display result becomes “big hit” is called “15R probability big hit”. The fact that the sudden hit symbol is stopped and displayed and the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as “surprise big hit” (also referred to as “2R probability variable big hit”). The 15 round jackpot symbols “3” and “7” and the 2 round jackpot symbol “1” are examples, and each jackpot symbol is not limited to these. For example, in order to prevent the player from recognizing the jackpot symbol or the type of jackpot, the jackpot symbol may not be a number but may be a predetermined symbol (for example, “co”).

  After the special symbol indicating the number “2” as the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the small hit game state is controlled. In this small hit gaming state, a variable winning operation for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state advantageous to the player is performed as in the two round big hit state. That is, in the small hit gaming state, for example, the operation of setting the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state (open state) for the second period is repeatedly executed until the second number of times (the number of executions equal to the second round number) is reached. Is done. In the small hit gaming state, as in the two round big hit state, the period during which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the first state is the second period, and the number of executions of the operation in the first state is the second. Control may be performed so that at least one of the number of times is performed. After the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state is not changed, and the game state before the variable display result becomes “small hit” is continuously controlled. However, if the number of executions of the special figure game in the special gaming state has reached a predetermined number when the special figure game with the variable display result of “small hit” is executed, after the end of the small hit gaming state, The special gaming state may end and return to the normal state. A game in the small hit gaming state in which the number of times that the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set to the first state by the variable winning operation is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game, similar to the game in the two round big hit state. When the winning ball device provided separately from the special variable winning ball device 7 is changed to the first state in each round game in the two round big hit state, the same as in the two round big hit state even in the small hit game state In this manner, the winning ball apparatus may be changed to the first state.

  In the probabilistic state or the short time state, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol in the normal symbol game so that the variation time of the normal symbol (ordinary symbol variation time) is shorter than that in the normal state. Control for improving the probability that the display result is “per normal figure” than in the normal state, and tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal figure”. The second start condition is such that the game ball can easily enter the second start winning opening, such as a control to make the tilt control time for performing longer than that in the normal state and a control to increase the number of tilts than in the normal state. Control that is advantageous to the player is performed by increasing the possibility of establishment. It should be noted that any one of these controls may be performed in the probability variation state or the short time state, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. As described above, the control that facilitates the entry of the game ball into the second start winning opening in the probability changing state or the short-time state is also referred to as high opening control. By performing the high opening control, the frequency at which the second start winning opening becomes the expanded opening state is higher than when the high opening control is not performed. As a result, the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is easily established, and the special figure game can be executed frequently. In addition, the time until the variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. Therefore, in the probability variation state and the short time state, it becomes easier to enter the big hit gaming state than in the normal state. The period during which the high opening control can be executed is also referred to as a high opening control period, and this period may be the same as the period during which the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to either the certain change state or the short-time state. .

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R Then, the variable display state of the decorative pattern may be a predetermined reach state. Here, the reach state means a decorative symbol (“reach variation symbol” which has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 forms part of the jackpot combination. Is also a display state in which the variation continues, or a display state in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “medium”) that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) that constitutes the determined jackpot combination is stopped. In the symbol display area 5C, etc., the decorative pattern is changing, or in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. This is a display state that changes in synchronization while constituting all or part of the combination.

  Further, in response to the reach state, the decorative pattern fluctuation speed is reduced, or a character image (an effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image that is different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing a different rendering operation than before reaching the reach state May be. Such effect operations such as display of the character image, change of the display mode of the background image, reproduction display of the moving image, and change of the decorative pattern change mode are referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect). In the reach effect, not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are in the reach state. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included. As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (reach modes) may be prepared in advance. Each reach mode has a different possibility of “big hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “big hit reliability”). That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed. As an example, in this embodiment, reach modes such as normal reach, super reach α, and super reach β are preset. And, when the reach form of super reach such as super reach α and super reach β appears, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” compared to the case where the reach form of normal reach appears (big hit reliability) Becomes higher.

  During the variable display of decorative designs, unlike the reach production, the decorative display variable display state may become the reach state and the variable display result may be a “hit”. There may be a case where a variable display effect for notifying the player is given by a variable display mode of the symbol or the like. In this embodiment, variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip” can be executed, and each effect operation is executed in response to a change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side. Or not is determined.

  In the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being satisfied once. Before the final determined decorative symbol is derived and displayed, the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The effect display in which the decorative symbols are changed again (pseudo-variable) in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times). As an example, in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, a special combination pseudo as shown in FIG. 4A is displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. A decorative symbol that is one of a plurality of types of lost combinations predetermined as the consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 is temporarily stopped and displayed. Here, the “left symbol” shown in FIG. 4A or the like is a decorative symbol temporarily displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L, and the “middle symbol” is a “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C. The “right symbol” is a decorative symbol displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R. In the temporary stop display, while the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, it is stopped and displayed to the player by, for example, performing fluctuation display and changing the decorative symbol immediately after stopping for a short time. It is only necessary to notify that the decorative pattern is not fixed. Alternatively, in the temporary stop display, the decorative design may be re-fluctuated after the decorative design is stopped to the extent that the player recognizes that the decorative design that has been stopped is confirmed.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, the variable display result may be set so that the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” increases as the number of pseudo-continuous changes (re-changes) increases. Accordingly, the player can recognize that the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is performed by temporarily stopping display of any one of the pseudo-continuous chances GC1 to GC8, and the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations increases. Accordingly, the expectation that the variable display result becomes “big hit” is enhanced. In this embodiment, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by performing the pseudo-continuous change (re-change) once to three times. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative symbols has been started 2 to 4 times in succession.

  When the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed, a re-change effect such as a related display effect is executed along with a plurality of variable displays including the initial change (pseudo-continuous change). Also good. As an example, during the period of each variation display (including the first variation) by the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, one that is lit among a plurality of decoration LEDs provided inside or outside the game area is 1 It may be controlled to increase one by one. Further, during the period of each variation display (including the first variation), the display color of the decoration LED may be controlled to change, or the lighting LED among the plurality of decoration LEDs changes. May be controlled. As another example, the movable member provided inside or outside the game area may be controlled to operate during each fluctuation display (including the first fluctuation) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. . As yet another example, the image display device 5 is controlled to display a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image during the period of each change display (including the initial change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. May be. In addition to some or all of these re-variation effects, or instead of some or all of these re-variation effects, among the lighting and blinking of the decorative LED, the operation of the movable member, the display of the effect image, Control may be performed so as to execute a re-variation effect combining a part or all of them. At this time, a case where a re-variation effect combining a plurality of types of effect forms is included, or a case where a re-change effect is performed multiple times, compared to a case where a re-change effect is executed with only one type of effect form. When the production mode changes in, the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” or the “15R probability variable big hit” may be increased.

  The production operation executed as the re-variation production may include any production operation such as sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and lighting operation of other light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9. Also, for example, differences in the output of sound and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R, differences in the movement of the production target object (for example, a movable member, etc.) (difference in operating speed, difference in operating distance, difference in operating direction, etc.), image Depending on the movement of the character image displayed on the display device 5 (difference in movement speed, difference in movement distance, difference in movement direction, etc.) Instead of changing the character display or changing the display of the background image, the effect mode in the re-change effect may be made different. In addition to the re-variation effect executed during the variation of the decorative symbol, for example, when the decorative symbol that is one of the pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 is temporarily stopped, for example, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R, The player may be able to recognize that the chance eye has been temporarily stopped and displayed by an arbitrary production operation such as the lighting operation of the light emitter such as the effect lamp 9.

  In the variable display effect of “sliding”, two or more decorative symbol display areas are displayed after changing the decorative symbols in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R (for example, “left” and “right”), a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) decorative symbol display area (for example, one or both of the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R), and after changing the decorative symbol again, stop display. Thus, the effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  In addition to “pseudo-ream” and “slip”, variable display effects using the variable display operation of such decorative patterns include, for example, “Development chance eyes”, “Development chance eyes end”, “Slip after chance eyes stop” Various production operations such as these may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of “Development Opportunity”, “Left”, “Middle”, “Right” from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern to the display of the fixed decorative pattern resulting in the variable display result. In all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols constituting the development chances included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, and then the decorative symbol variable display state is reached. A predetermined reach production is started. As a result, when the decorative symbol constituting the development opportunity is temporarily stopped, the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and the variable display result becomes “big hit” after the reach state is reached. , The player's expectation is enhanced. Further, in the variable display effect of “end of development chance”, after the decorative display variable display is started, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are all displayed. Then, an effect display is performed in which a decorative pattern having a predetermined combination as an opportunity for development is derived and displayed as a confirmed decorative pattern. In the variable display effect of “slip after the chance stop”, as with the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, after the variable display of the decorative pattern is started, the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed. , “Left”, “Middle”, “Right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are temporarily stopped temporarily for the decorative combination (special combination) that is one of the pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8. After the display, unlike the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the effect display that changes the decorative symbol to be stopped by changing the decorative symbol again in a part of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Is done.

  During variable display of decorative designs, unlike reach display or variable display effects such as “pseudo-ream” and “slip”, for example, display of an effect image such as a predetermined character image or message image, etc. Notifying the player that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state and that the variable display result may be a “hit” due to a presentation operation different from the variable display operation of the symbol. A notice effect may be executed. The effect operation that becomes the notice effect is the variable display state of the decorative symbol after the decorative symbol variable display is started in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. May be executed (started) prior to the reach state (before the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). In addition, the notice effect that notifies that the variable display result may be a “big hit” may include one that is executed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state. In this embodiment, a plurality of types of notice effects such as “character notice” and “operation notice” are set to be executable. An effect operation that becomes a notice effect may be any action that does not cause a change in the variable symbol display time (special figure change time) depending on whether or not it is executed.

  In the notice effect of “Character notice”, an effect display is performed in which a character image prepared in advance at a predetermined position is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 during variable display of the decorative symbols. Here, as the display of the character image, a character image that is separate from the decorative design may be displayed statically or in motion (animation display), or a character image that is variably displayed integrally with the decorative design. The display may be an operation display (animation display) in a display form different from the variable display of the decorative pattern.

  In the notice effect of “notice at the time of operation”, for example, when the player performs a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation or a rotation operation) on the operation unit 30 while the decorative symbol is variably displayed, for example, the image display device 5 The effect operation is changed by changing the display of the effect image on the display screen or by changing the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R. As an example, in the notice effect of “notice at the time of operation”, a predetermined effect operation serving as a button operation promotion effect is performed during variable display of a decorative symbol. In the button operation promotion effect, for example, an effect image such as a character image or a message image prepared in advance is displayed at a predetermined position on the display screen of the image display device 5, thereby prompting the player to operate the operation unit 30. Any production operation may be used. The effect operation that prompts the player to perform an operation action on the operation unit 30 is not limited to an effect that causes the image display device 5 to display an effect image. The effect that the predetermined sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 Or lighting the LED for decoration in a predetermined lighting pattern, or operating a movable member provided in a rendering accessory provided inside or outside the game area in a predetermined operation mode, or any of these May be combined. When such a button operation promotion effect is performed, an operation effective period for effectively detecting the operation of the operation unit 30 by the player is set. And if operation of the operation part 30 by the player is detected by the operation detection switch 31 within the operation effective period, the execution of the button operation promotion effect is stopped at the timing when the operation is detected, for example, prepared in advance. One of the plurality of types of effect images is displayed on the image display device 5, and the sound effect corresponding to one of the plurality of types of sound patterns prepared in advance is displayed on the speaker 8L. Various effects such as output from 8R are executed.

  As the notice effect by the effect operation different from the variable display operation of such decorative symbols, various effect operations such as “step-up operation” can be executed in addition to “character notice” and “operation notice”. Good. Here, in the notice effect of “step-up operation”, as an example, a plurality of types of effect images prepared in advance are switched and displayed in a predetermined order on the display screen of the image display device 5 during the variable display of decorative symbols. An effect operation may be performed such that the effect mode changes (steps up) in a plurality of stages by the effect display. In the notice effect of “step-up operation”, after any one of a plurality of kinds of effect images prepared in advance (for example, an effect image that is displayed first in a predetermined order) is displayed, the effect image The effect display in the notice effect may be terminated without being switched. Further, as another example of the notice effect of the “step-up operation”, there are a plurality of types of movable members provided in the effect accessory provided inside or outside the game area during the variable display of the decorative design according to a predetermined order. An effect operation in which the effect mode changes (steps up) in a plurality of stages may be performed by the effect operation operated in the operation mode. In the notice effect of “step-up operation”, after the movable member performs the effect operation in one type of operation, the effect operation in the notice effect may be terminated without switching to the effect operation of the second stage. There may be. As described above, the notice effect of the “step-up operation” is executed in response to one start prize (that one game ball has entered the first start prize opening or the second start prize opening). This is a kind of notice effect that is executed during variable display of symbols and decorative designs, and is a step-up notice effect that changes the notice style (display, sound, lamp, movable object, etc.) in multiple stages (steps up). . In general, the greater the number of changes (number of steps), the higher the reliability (the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit”). Further, depending on the number of steps in the step-up notice effect or the effect mode at each step, it becomes “15R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”, a specific reach effect is executed, “15R non-probable variation” Of the promotion from “big hit” to “15R probable big hit”, at least one of them may be notified in advance. Further, the object to be notified may be changed according to the number of times of change (number of steps). For example, “reach determination” may be performed when going to the second step, “super reach confirmation” when going to the third step, and “big hit confirmation” going to the fourth step. As the change of the notice mode (step-up), different character images may be displayed in order, or the step-up may be performed by changing the shape or color of one character. May be. That is, it is only necessary to be able to recognize that the state of the notice means (display, sound, lamp, movable object, etc.) as viewed from the player changes stepwise.

  In addition, during the variable display of decorative symbols, a predetermined effect operation that is a continuous effect may be executed. In the continuous production, there is a possibility that the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes a reach state over the variable display of the decorative symbol multiple times, and the variable display of the decorative symbol in which the variable display result is “big hit” may be executed. An effect operation for notifying the player of this is performed. Here, in the production operation that is a continuous production, as an example, the display color of one of the circular display parts in the start winning memory display area 5H is changed from white as a normal display mode to red as a special display mode. . Thereafter, each time the start condition for starting the variable display game is satisfied, the red display part is returned to non-display, and the display color of the display part on the left is changed from white to red, thereby displaying red. Is displayed to move leftward. In this embodiment, when a continuous effect is executed, a plurality of timings are provided for changing the display mode of the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H from the normal display mode to the special display mode. As the timing, at least a first timing (for example, at the time of start winning = when a hold storage display is performed in the start winning storage display area 5H) and a second timing later than the first timing are prepared. Depending on the timing at which the display mode of the display area changes to the special display mode, the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and the variable symbol variable display is executed in which the variable display result is “big hit”. The possibilities are different.

  In other words, there are not multiple display modes of continuous effects, and the change in the display mode of the display part in the continuous effects is the same, but the variable display result may be a “big hit” by comparing the change timings. Are different.

  In addition, the normal display mode of the display part is a display mode displayed at the time of restoration after the power is turned off, a display mode displayed when it is not determined whether or not to perform the continuous effect, or The player can perform normal display without suggesting that it will be a “big hit”, such as the display mode that is most often displayed when the variable display result of the decorative design is not reach and the variable display result is “losing” A display mode to be understood as a mode.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, after changing the display mode of the display part to the special display mode, there is a case in which an effect of stopping the continuous effect by returning to the normal display mode may be executed. That is, there is a case where an effect of returning the red display part to white is executed. In this way, a plurality of timings for performing the effect of returning the special display mode to the normal display mode are prepared. Depending on the timing at which the display mode of the display part has returned to the normal display mode, the variable display state of the decorative design becomes the reach state, and the variable display of the decorative design in which the variable display result is “big hit” is executed. The possibilities are different.

  If a special symbol that will be a lost symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game, the decorative symbol variable display state will not reach the reach state after the variable symbol variable display starts. There are cases in which a fixed decorative symbol that is a non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. Such a decorative display variable display mode is referred to as “non-reach” (also referred to as “unreach 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 decorative symbol variable display state has reached the reach state after the decorative symbol variable display has started. Then, after the reach effect is executed, or when the reach effect is not executed, a fixed decorative pattern that becomes a predetermined reach combination (also referred to as a reach-losing combination) may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the decorative design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach lose”) when the variable display result is “losing”. It should be noted that the fixed decorative pattern that is a non-reach combination and the fixed decorative pattern that is a reach combination are collectively referred to as a fixed decorative pattern of a lost combination (non-specific combination).

  When the special symbol indicating the number “3”, which is a non-probable variable jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game as a 15-round jackpot symbol, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is changed. Corresponding to the reach state, after a predetermined reach effect is executed, a definite decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined non-probable variation big hit combination (also referred to as “normal big hit combination”) is stopped and displayed. Here, the confirmed decorative symbols that are non-probable big hit combinations are, for example, symbol numbers that are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. Among the decorative symbols “1” to “8”, any one of the decorative symbols whose symbol numbers are an even number “2”, “4”, “6”, “8” is “left”, “middle”, What is necessary is just to be able to be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line in the “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. In this way, the decorative symbols having the even number “2”, “4”, “6”, and “8” constituting the non-probable variation big hit combination are referred to as non-probable variation symbols (also referred to as “normal symbols”). . Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming an uncertain variable big hit symbol, after the predetermined reach effect is executed, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed. The variable display mode is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a jackpot type) of “non-probable change” (also referred to as “normal jackpot”) when the variable display result is “big hit”. Thus, after the variable display result is “big hit” by the variable display mode of “non-probability change”, it is controlled to the 15 round big hit gaming state, and when the 15 round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the short time state or the normal state. It will be.

  When the special symbol indicating the number “7”, which is the probability variable big hit symbol, is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special figure game as a 15-round big hit symbol, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is reached. Corresponding to the situation, after reaching the same reach effect as when the jackpot type is "non-probable change", or the reach effect different from when the jackpot type is "non-probable change" For example, after the process is executed, a fixed decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined probability variation jackpot combination may be stopped and displayed. Here, the confirmed decorative symbol that is a probable big hit combination has, for example, a symbol number variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. Among the decorative patterns of “1” to “8”, any one of the decorative patterns having the odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, “7” is “left”, “middle”, “ What is necessary is just to be able to be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line in the “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. In this way, the decorative symbols having odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, and “7” constituting the probability variation big hit combination are referred to as probability variation symbols. Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming a probable big hit symbol, after the reach effect is executed, the decorative display variable display mode in which the definite decorative combination of the probable big hit combination is stopped is displayed. This is referred to as a variable display mode of “probability change” (also referred to as a big hit type) when the variable display result is “big hit”.

  When the probability variable big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the fixed decorative symbol that is a non-probable variable big hit combination may be stopped and displayed as a variable display result of the decorative symbol. In this way, even when the fixed decorative symbol that is a non-probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed, if the probable big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, it is included in the variable display mode of “probable change”. . Thus, after the variable display result becomes “big hit” by the variable display mode of “probability change”, it is controlled to the 15 round big hit state, and when the 15 round big hit state ends, it is controlled to the positive change state. The confirmed decorative symbol that is a non-probable big hit combination and the definite decorative symbol that is a probable big hit combination are also collectively referred to as a definitive decorative symbol of a big winning combination (specific combination).

  A re-lottery effect may be executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols in which the confirmed decorative symbol is a non-probable variable big hit combination or a probable variable big hit combination. In the re-lottery effect, after the decorative symbols that are the non-probable big hit combinations are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5, for example, “ In the left, middle, and right decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the same decorative pattern is changed again, and the decorative pattern (probable variable pattern) that is a combination of the probabilistic big hit and non-variable is displayed. One of the decorative symbols (non-probable variable symbols) that is a probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed as a final decorative symbol (final stop display). Here, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “non-probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the confirmed decoration that becomes the non-probable big hit combination after re-changing the temporarily stopped display decorative pattern A change promotion promotion effect that derives and displays a symbol is performed. On the other hand, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the confirmed decoration that becomes a probable big hit combination after re-changing the temporarily stopped display of the decorative symbols A changing promotion success effect during stop display of the symbol may be executed, or a changing promotion failure effect during change may be executed.

  After the definitive decorative symbol that is a non-probable jackpot combination is derived and displayed, at the start of the jackpot gaming state or during execution of the round in the jackpot gaming state, the next round will start after any round ends in the jackpot gaming state During the big hit that becomes a notification effect as to whether or not to control to the probable change state in the period until the start, the period from the end of the last round in the big hit gaming state to the start of the next variable display game, etc. A promotion effect may be executed. Note that a notification effect similar to the jackpot promotion effect may be executed during the first variable display game after the end of the jackpot gaming state. The jackpot promotion effect that is executed after the final round in the jackpot game state is particularly called “ending promotion effect”.

  In the jackpot promotion effect, there is no jackpot promotion success effect informing that there is a promotion in which the game state becomes a probabilistic state even though the confirmed decoration pattern is a non-probable big hit combination, and there is no promotion in a promiscuous state There is a promotion promotion failure during jackpot. For example, in the jackpot promotion effect, the decorative symbol is variably displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 and either the non-probable variable symbol or the probable variable symbol is stopped and displayed as the effect display result, or the decorative symbol variable display What is necessary is just to alert | report so that a player can recognize the presence or absence of the promotion which will be in a probability change state by displaying the effect image different from.

  As a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, a special symbol indicating the number “1” which is a two-round big hit symbol is stopped or displayed, or a special symbol indicating the number “2” which is a small hit symbol is stopped and displayed. In such a case, the variable display state of the decorative symbols does not reach the reach state. For example, a combination of a plurality of types of fixed decorative symbols predetermined as the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 as shown in FIG. One of the above may be stopped. In addition, when the special symbol indicating the number “1”, which is a two-round jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach state. Then, after a predetermined reach effect is executed, a fixed decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined reach combination may be stopped and displayed. Corresponding to the fact that the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becomes a special symbol indicating the number of “1” which is a two-round jackpot symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbols in which various fixed ornament symbols are stopped and displayed is variable. This is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a jackpot type) of “surprise accuracy” (also referred to as “surprising accuracy hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”) when the display result is “big hit”. Thus, after the variable display result is “big hit” by the variable display mode of “surprise accuracy”, it is controlled to the two round big hit state, and when the two round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the probability changing state.

  When the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “accuracy”, the accuracy mode start effect may be executed during variable display of the decorative symbols. In the surprise mode start effect, a predetermined effect operation is performed in response to the big hit type being “Accuracy”. After the surprise mode start effect is performed, an effect mode different from the normal effect mode called the accuracy mode may be started. In addition, the random mode start effect is not limited to the effect operation that is executed during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and continues from the variable display even during part or all of the period of the two round big hit state. An effect operation may be performed. When the suddenness mode start effect is started, the decorative symbol that is variably displayed may be deleted, and after the suddenness mode start effect is executed, the confirmed decorative symbol may not be derived and displayed. In the sudden accuracy mode, for example, until the variable display result is “big hit” and the probability variation state ends, the effect in the sudden accuracy mode is performed. In the effect in the suddenness mode, the display mode of the background image on the display screen of the image display device 5 is different from the display mode in the normal performance mode, and is output from the speakers 8L and 8R along with the variable display of the decorative pattern. The sound to be different from the sound in the normal effect mode, the lighting pattern of the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED to be different from the lighting pattern in the normal effect mode, or a part of these Alternatively, by combining all of them, it may be informed so that the player can recognize that the mode is inaccuracy.

  In the probability variation state, for example, an effect image for informing that the probability variation state is “being probability variation” is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, and / or a background image or a decorative pattern on the display screen of the image display device 5. The display mode may be different from the display mode in the normal effect mode, so that the player may be in the effect mode during probability change in which the player can recognize that the probability change state.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a power supply board 16, and a payout control board 17 as shown in FIG. ing. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the power supply board 16 and the payout control board 17, the production control board 12, the sound control board 13 and the lamp control board 14. A drawer relay board 19 is also mounted for relaying various control signals transmitted between the speaker 8, the game effect lamp 9, and the operation detection switch 31. Further, a frame relay board 26 is provided between the drawer relay board 19 and the speaker 8, the game effect lamp 9, and the operation detection switch 31 for relaying various control signals. In addition, various boards such as an information terminal board, a launch control board, and an interface board are disposed on the back surface of the game board 2 and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. A function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like are provided. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and thereby the first special diagram and the second special diagram. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol display 20 or controlling the variable symbol display of the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinction / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control. The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110 that receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection and transmits the detection signals to the game control microcomputer 100, and the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 111 for transmitting a solenoid drive signal to the solenoids 81 and 82 is mounted.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the electrical parts for production such as the game effect lamp 9 are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 provides effects such as the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, and all or part of the on / off operation in the game effect lamp 9. A function of determining the control content for causing the electrical component to execute a predetermined performance operation is provided.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs sound from the speakers 8L and 8R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. For example, a processing circuit for executing audio signal processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and is turned on / off in the game effect lamp 9 and the like based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. A lamp driver circuit for driving is mounted.

  The power supply board 16 supplies power to various boards such as the main board 11 and the effect control board 12, and effect devices such as the image display device 5, the game effect lamp 9, and the speaker 8.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting detection signals from the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22 </ b> A, the second start port switch 22 </ b> B, and the count switch 23. The gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 have an arbitrary configuration that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a sensor. What is necessary is just to have. When the main board 11 receives the detection signals from the various switches, the main board 11 sends out a prize ball signal for executing a prize ball payout according to the various switches to the payout control board 17. The winning ball signal is transmitted via the power supply board 16. When the payout control board 17 receives the prize ball signal, it drives the ball payout device 18 to pay out the prize ball according to the prize ball signal. In addition, the main board 11 includes a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, a normal symbol display device 20, a first hold display device 25A, a second hold display device 25B, and a general drawing hold display device 25C. Wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control such as is connected.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The main board 11 is provided with a main board side connector corresponding to, for example, the relay board 15, and an output buffer circuit is connected between the main board side connector and the game control microcomputer 100. The output buffer circuit can pass a signal only in the direction from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15, and prevents the signal input from the relay board 15 to the main board 11. Therefore, there is no room for signals to be transmitted from the production control board 12 or the relay board 15 side to the main board 11 side.

  The relay board 15 only needs to be provided with a transmission direction regulation circuit for each wiring for transmitting a control signal from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example. Each transmission direction regulation circuit includes a diode having an anode connected to the main board connector corresponding to the main board 11 and a cathode connected to the presentation control board connector corresponding to the presentation control board 12, and one end connected to the cathode of the diode. And a resistor having the other end connected to the ground (GND). With this configuration, each transmission direction regulating circuit can prevent the signal from being input from the effect control board 12 to the relay board 15 and pass the signal only in the direction from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Therefore, there is no room for signals to be transmitted from the production control board 12 side to the main board 11 side. In this embodiment, a transmission direction regulating circuit is provided for each wiring for transmitting a control signal in the relay board 15, and an output buffer circuit is provided between the game control microcomputer 100 and the main board side connector on the main board 11. By providing this, it is possible to prevent an illegal signal from being input to the main board 11 from the outside.

  The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control command includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. And a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decoration LED and the like. FIG. 5A is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in this embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit of the EXT data is “0”. Note that the command form shown in FIG. 5A is an example, and other command forms may be used. In this example, the control command is composed of two control signals. However, the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

  In the example shown in FIG. 5A, the command 8001H is a first change start command for designating the start of change in the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The command 8002H is a second variation start command for designating the start of variation in the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the instruction content by the effect control command. In the variation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be designated.

  In this embodiment, the first and second variation start commands and the variation pattern designation command are prepared as separate production control commands. On the other hand, the designation content indicating which of the first special figure and the second special figure is to be changed and the designated content of the fluctuation pattern are configured to be specified by one effect control command. Also good. As an example, an effect control command in which EXT data is set corresponding to a combination of a special symbol (first special figure or second special figure) that starts change and a change pattern is prepared. You may enable it to specify the special symbol and fluctuation pattern which become a fluctuation start. Here, when the special symbol and the variation pattern that start the variation can be specified by one effect control command, the special symbol (the first special feature that starts the variation) for one variation pattern. There are cases where it is necessary to prepare two types of effect control commands according to the figure or the second special figure). On the other hand, if an effect control command for designating a special symbol for starting variation and an effect control command for designating a variation pattern are prepared separately, two types of effect control commands corresponding to the special symbol for starting variation are prepared. And the number of effect control commands corresponding to the number of types of variation patterns may be prepared, and the types of commands prepared in advance, the storage capacity of the command table, and the like can be reduced.

  Command 8CXXH is a variable display result notification command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 5 (B), the prior determination result of whether the variable display result is “lost”, “big hit”, or “small hit”, and the variable display result is Different EXT data is set according to the big hit type determination result of whether the variable symbol display mode (hit type) is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” Is done. More specifically, the command 8C00H is a first variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result indicating that the variable display result is “lost”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change”. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change”. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. The command 8C04H is a fifth variable display result notification command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “small hit”.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern designation command and the variable display result notification command are prepared as separate presentation control commands. On the other hand, the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command and the variable display result indicated in the variable display result notification command may be configured to be specified by one effect control command. As an example, an effect in which EXT data is set corresponding to a combination of a variation pattern and a variable display result (any one of “losing”, “big hit”, “small hit”, and a big hit type in the case of “big hit”). A control command may be prepared, and information that can specify the variation pattern and the variable display result may be transmitted by the effect control command. Alternatively, the variation pattern and the variable display result may be specified by three or more effect control commands. Here, when the variation pattern and the variable display result are configured to be specified by a single effect control command, a plurality of types of effects corresponding to a plurality of types of variable display results for one variation pattern. You may need to provide control commands. On the other hand, if the production control command for designating the variation pattern and the production control command for notifying the variable display result are prepared separately, the number of production control commands corresponding to the number of types of the variation pattern and the variable display result are provided. The number of effect control commands corresponding to the number of types may be prepared, and the types of commands prepared in advance, the storage capacity of the command table, and the like can be reduced.

  The command 8F00H is a decorative symbol stop command for designating stop of variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a gaming state designation command for designating the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the gaming state designation command, for example, different EXT data is set corresponding to whether the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state, the probability variation state, or the time-short state. As a specific example, the command 9500H is a first gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the normal state, and the command 9501H is a second gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the probability change state, The command 9502H may be a third gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the time saving state.

  In this embodiment, a decoration symbol stop command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as an effect control command for designating stop of variable display of the decoration symbol. On the other hand, the decorative symbol stop command may not be transmitted. In this case, on the side of the production control board 12, the special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command is specified, and the first variation start command and the second variation start command are received. When the elapsed time reaches the specified special figure variation time, a setting for ending the effect executed corresponding to the special game is performed without receiving an effect control command from the main board 11. You can make it.

  The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a “fanfare command”) that designates display of an effect image indicating the start of a big hit gaming state or a small hit gaming state. In the hit start designation command, for example, EXT data similar to that of the variable display result notification command is set, so that different EXT data is set according to the pre-determined result or the big hit type determined result. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command, the correspondence relationship between the pre-determined result and the big hit type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the corresponding relationship in the variable display result notification command.

  The command A1XXH is a big winning opening releasing notification command for notifying that the big winning opening is a period in the big winning gaming state or the small winning gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. With the notification command during the opening of the big winning opening or the notification command after the opening of the big winning opening, for example, the number of executions of rounds (for example, “1” to “15”) in the 15 round big hit state, or the big winning in the 2 round big hit state or the variable winning operation Different EXT data is set corresponding to the number of times the mouth is opened (for example, “1” or “2”). In the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, regardless of whether the big winning opening is in the open state or the big winning opening is changed from the open state to the closed state, Alternatively, a continuous performance operation may be executed from the start time of the small hit game state or from the start time of variable display of the decorative symbols to the end time of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Or, in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, depending on whether it is a period in which the big prize opening is in an open state or a period in which the big prize opening is changed from an open state to a closed state, different performance operations May be executed.

  The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating display of an effect image at the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. In the winning end designation command, for example, EXT data similar to that of the variable display result notification command or the winning start designation command is set, so that different EXT data is set according to the predetermined determination result or the big hit type determination result. Alternatively, in the hit end designation command, the correspondence relationship between the pre-determined result and the big hit type decision result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence relationship in the variable display result notification command or the hit start designation command. . In addition, when controlled to the two round big hit state and / or small hit game state, some or all of the hit start designation command, the big prize opening opening designation command, the big prize opening opening designation command, and the winning end designation command are all or part of Instead of being transmitted, an effect operation may be executed during the two round big hit state and / or during the small hit game state according to the fluctuation pattern indicated in the fluctuation pattern designation command.

  The command B1XXH is executed by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the fact that the game ball that has entered (started winning) the first starting winning port formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting port switch 22A. This is a first start opening prize designation command for notifying that a first start condition for executing a special figure game using one special figure has been established. In this embodiment, the first start opening winning designation command notifies the determination result using the predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the first start winning that is the time of detecting the game ball that has passed through the first start winning opening. Also used as a control command. For example, as shown in FIG. 5C, in the first start opening winning designation command, the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Whether or not it matches the determined value of “winning” and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is the variation pattern of the decorative pattern regardless of the reserved memory number of the special figure game (the special figure reserved memory number) Is a non-reach variation pattern common range (for example, a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach”). Depending on whether or not it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern to be used as the super reach variation pattern (for example, the variable display result is “lost” and the variation pattern is accompanied by super reach). EXT data is set that. More specifically, the command B100H is a first winning determination result notification command for notifying that it is within the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range. Command B101H is a second winning determination result notification command for notifying that the value is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern. The command B102H is a third winning determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is “win”. The command B103H is a fourth winning determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is not “winning” and is not within the non-reach variation pattern common range or the super reach variation pattern common range.

  The command B2XXH is generated by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the game ball that has entered (started winning) the second starting winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting port switch 22B. This is a second start opening prize designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure is established. In this embodiment, the second start opening winning designation command notifies the determination result using the predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the second start winning that is at the time of detecting the game ball that has passed the second start winning opening. Also used as a control command. For example, as shown in FIG. 5C, in the second start opening winning designation command, the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Whether or not it matches the determined value that is “winning” and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type) is the decorative symbol regardless of the reserved memory number of the special figure game (the special figure reserved memory number). Whether the variation pattern is a non-reach variation pattern common range that is a non-reach variation pattern (for example, a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach”) No, depending on whether or not it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern to be used as the super reach variation pattern (for example, the variable display result is “losing” and the variation pattern is accompanied by super reach) Different EXT data is set. More specifically, the command B200H is a fifth winning determination result notification command for notifying that it is within the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range. Command B201H is a sixth winning determination result notification command for notifying that the value is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern. The command B202H is a seventh winning determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is “win”. The command B203H is an eighth winning determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is not “winning” and is not within the non-reach variation pattern common range or the super reach variation pattern common range.

  The command C0XXH is used to display the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number in order to display the special figure reserved memory number in a start winning memory display area 5H provided in the display area of the image display device 5 or the like. This is a pending storage count notification command for notifying the total pending storage count that is the total value of. In response to the fact that either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, for example, either the first start opening prize designation command or the second start opening prize designation command is transmitted as the reserved storage number notification command. Following this, it is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In the reserved memory count notification command, for example, the total number of stored data (for example, “1” to “8”) of the hold data in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A and the second special figure hold storage unit 151B shown in FIG. Correspondingly, different EXT data is set. Thereby, on the side of the production control board 12, when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, the reserved memory number notification command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, and the first special drawing is received. The total number of stored hold data in the hold storage unit 151A and the second special figure hold storage unit 151B can be specified.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a control program by executing a game control program, and updates numeric data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 to perform and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided. As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by the CPU 103 executing a program read from the ROM 101. At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed. The one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 may include at least the RAM 103 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101 may be external or internal. Further, the I / O 105 may be externally attached.

  As described above, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the game control program stored in the ROM 101 to perform the game control. Specifically, this means that the CPU 103 executes control according to a program. The same applies to a microcomputer mounted on another board different from the main board 11.

  On the main board 11, for example, the random number circuit 104 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 3 counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. FIG. 6 is an explanatory view illustrating random numbers counted on the main board 11 side. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, on the side of the main board 11, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern type, Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for determining the variation pattern and the random value MR5 for determining the normal display result are controlled to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, random numbers other than these may be used.

  Such random numbers used to control the progress of the game are also referred to as game random numbers. The random number circuit 104 only needs to count numerical data indicating all or part of these random number values MR1 to MR5. The CPU 103 uses the random counter different from the random number circuit 104 such as a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of MR5 may be counted. As an example, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is updated independently of the CPU 103 by the random number circuit 104, and the numerical data indicating the other random number values MR2 to MR5 is updated by the CPU 103 using the random counter. It may be updated by software using Also, by executing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and arithmetic processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104, numerical data indicating all or part of the random number values MR1 to MR5 is obtained. It may be updated. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100 or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100.

  The game control microcomputer 100 may have a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 100 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 101 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 100). The numerical data obtained by the setting is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 104 can be further improved.

  The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random value used for determining whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state with the variable display result of a special symbol or the like in the special figure game as “big hit”. It takes a value in the range of “1” to “65535”. The random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines the jackpot type, which is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol when the variable display result is “big hit”, as one of “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. For example, a value in the range of “1” to “100”.

  The random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is a random number value used to determine the variation pattern type of the decorative design as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, the random value MR3 is in the range of “1” to “251”. Takes the value of The random number value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used for determining the variation pattern of the decorative design as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, the random value MR4 is a value in the range of “1” to “997”. Take. The random value MR5 for determining the general-purpose display result is used for determining whether the variable display result in the general-purpose game by the normal symbol display 20 is “per-normal” or “unusual for general-purpose”. For example, it takes a value in the range of “3” to “13”. That is, the random number value MR5 for determining the normal game display result is a state where the game ball is difficult to enter the normal start-up winning port formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B based on the variable display result in the normal game (normally open state). ) Is used to determine whether or not to change to a state in which a game ball is likely to enter (expanded open state).

  FIG. 7A shows a variation pattern of the decorative design in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative design is “non-reach” and “reach”, respectively. When the display result is “big hit”, when the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” or “surprise change”, or when the variable display result is “small hit” Correspondingly, a plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as “non-reach loss variation pattern”) and is variable. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as “reach loss variation pattern”). Further, the non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost”. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit” is referred to as a hit variation pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 7A, in this embodiment, fluctuation patterns PA1-1 to PA1-4 are prepared in advance as non-reach fluctuation patterns. Further, as the reach variation pattern, variation pattern PA2-1, variation pattern PA2-2, variation pattern PB2-1, variation pattern PB2-2, variation pattern PA3-1, variation pattern PA3-2, variation pattern PB3-1, variation A pattern PB3-2 is prepared in advance. The hit fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probable change” include the change pattern PA4-1, change pattern PA4-2, change pattern PB4-1, change A pattern PB4-2, a fluctuation pattern PA5-1, a fluctuation pattern PA5-2, a fluctuation pattern PB5-1, and a fluctuation pattern PB5-2 are prepared in advance. As variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or the variable display result is “small hit”, the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 are the variation patterns. Are prepared in advance. Further, a fluctuation pattern PC1-4 and a fluctuation pattern PC1-5 are prepared in advance as hit fluctuation patterns corresponding only to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”.

  FIG. 7B shows the variation pattern type of the decorative symbol in this embodiment. Each variation pattern shown in FIG. 7A is included in at least one variation pattern type among the plurality of variation pattern types shown in FIG. That is, each variation pattern type may be configured to include one or a plurality of variation patterns classified (grouped) based on, for example, an effect operation performed during variable display of decorative symbols. As an example, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which a variable display state of a decorative design does not become a reach state by classifying (grouping) a plurality of variation patterns according to the type of reach effect (effect mode), and a variation with normal reach What is necessary is just to divide into the fluctuation pattern classification in which the pattern is included, and the fluctuation pattern classification in which the fluctuation pattern with a super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is included. As another example, categorizing (grouping) multiple variation patterns according to the presence or absence of “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects and the number of executions of pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) to execute “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects A variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern that is not included, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which the number of executions of the pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) is 1 in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, and “pseudo-continuous” What is necessary is just to divide into the variation pattern classification in which the variation pattern which makes the frequency | count of execution of a pseudo | simulation continuous variation (revariation) 2 or more is included in the variable display effect of this. As yet another example, a plurality of variation patterns may be classified (grouped) according to the presence or absence of variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip”, or the variable display time of decorative symbols. Among the plurality of variation pattern types, there may be one configured to include a common variation pattern.

  In the example shown in FIG. 7B, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-3 are stored in advance corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. It is prepared. Corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and “variable” variable display mode, variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4 are prepared in advance. Corresponding to the variable display result (big hit type) of “big hit” when the variable display result is “big hit”, the variable pattern type CA 3-1 to the variable pattern type CA 3-3 are prepared in advance. Corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the variable display mode (big hit type) of “surprise” or the variable display result is “small hit”, the variation pattern type CA4-1 is prepared in advance. ing. Furthermore, the variation pattern type CA4-2 is prepared in advance only in the case where the variable display result is the “big hit” and “variable display type” (big hit type).

  The variation pattern type CA1-1 is a variation pattern type of “no shortening” in which the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is not shortened and variable display effects such as “pseudo-ream” and “slip” are not executed. , A variation pattern previously associated with “no shortening” is included. The variation pattern type CA1-2 is, for example, a variable display of a special symbol or a decorative symbol in response to the total reserved memory number being “3” or more, or the time shortening control being performed in the probability variation state or the short time state. It is a variation pattern type of “with shortening” in which the time is shortened and variable display effects such as “pseudo-ream” and “slip” are not executed, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “with shortening”. The variation pattern type CA1-3 is a variation pattern type of “sliding, pseudo-continuous” in which a variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” or “sliding” is executed when the variable display mode is “non-reach”. It includes a variation pattern previously associated with “slip, pseudo-ream”.

  The variation pattern type CA2-1 is when the reach effect is ended with the normal reach that becomes the normal reach effect after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state without executing the variable display effect of the “pseudo-ream”. Is a variation pattern type of “no normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous” for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol of the reach combination, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “no normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous”. In the variation pattern type CA2-2, the number of executions of the pseudo continuous variation (revariation) in the variable display effect of “pseudo ream” is two times. This is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation twice” for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol of reach combination when the production is finished, and is associated with “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation twice” in advance. Variation patterns are included.

  In the variation pattern type CA2-3, the number of executions of the pseudo continuous variation (revariation) in the variable display effect of “pseudo ream” is one, and the normal display is performed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state. This is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation once” that derives and displays a determined decorative symbol of reach combination when the production is finished, and is associated with “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation once” in advance. Variation patterns are included. Fluctuation pattern types CA2-4 are accompanied by super reach (super reach α or super reach β) after the decorative symbol variable display state is set to the reach state, and when the reach production ends, the definite decorative symbols of the reach combination are derived and displayed. The variation pattern type of “Super Reach (Lose)” is included, and includes a variation pattern associated with “Super Reach (Lose)” in advance.

  In the variation pattern type CA3-1, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is not executed, but the normal display is performed after the variable symbol display state of the decorative pattern is set to the reach state, and when the reach effect ends, the definite decoration of the jackpot combination is determined. It is a variation pattern type of “no normal reach (big hit) quasi-continuous” for deriving and displaying a symbol, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “no normal reach (big hit) quasi-continuous”. In the variation pattern type CA3-2, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is executed, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state, and then the normal reach is involved. Is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (big hit) pseudo-relation” and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “normal reach (big hit) pseudo-ream”. Fluctuation pattern type CA3-3 is a “super reach (big hit)” that displays a definite decorative symbol of a big hit combination when super reach is included after the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state, and the reach effect is finished. It is a variation pattern type, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “super reach (big hit)”.

  The variation pattern type CA4-1 is a variation pattern type of “2nd release chance stop” that derives and displays a definite decorative symbol that is one of the 2nd release chances TC1 to TC4, and “2nd release chance stop”. Are included in advance. In the example of the variation pattern shown in FIG. 7A, the variation pattern PC1-1 to variation pattern PC1-3 is a variation pattern in which the definite decorative symbol is one of the two chances of opening TC1 to TC4. It is included in the pattern type CA4-1. The variation pattern type CA4-2 is a method of deriving and displaying a definite decorative pattern of reach combination after setting the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. It is a variation pattern type of “open reach reach loss”, and includes a variation pattern that is associated in advance with “2 times open reach loss”. In the example of the variation pattern shown in FIG. 7A, the variation pattern PC1-4 and the variation pattern PC1-5 are variation patterns in which the determined decorative design is a reach combination, and are included in the variation pattern type CA4-2. It will be.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 3 stores various selection data and table data used for controlling the progress of the game. . For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. The ROM 101 also has table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and decorative symbols as shown in FIG. Table data constituting a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns is stored.

  FIG. 8 shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table 130 stored in the ROM 101. The special symbol display result determination table 130 is determined to be a variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) of the special symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Before the special symbol is derived and displayed, whether or not the variable display result is controlled to the big hit gaming state with "big hit", and whether or not the variable display result is controlled to the small hit gaming state with "small hit" FIG. 11 is a table referred to for determination based on a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result.

  In the special figure display result determination table 130, a numerical value (to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short-time state, or a probabilistic state. (Determined value) is assigned to one of the special chart display results of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing”. In this embodiment, whether the game is a special game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. Regardless, the special figure display result is determined with reference to the same special figure display result determination table 130.

  On the other hand, determination values are assigned to the special graphic display results corresponding to the special graphic game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special graphic game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Different decision tables may be prepared. In this case, in the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the case of the special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the determined value is assigned to the special symbol display result of “small hit”. May be different. As an example, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the ratio determined as the special figure display result of “small hit” as compared to the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A As a result, a determination value may be assigned to each special figure display result.

  With such a setting, in the special figure game using the second special figure, the probability that the variable display result will be “small hit” is reduced compared to the special figure game using the first special figure. When the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening due to the high opening control in the short time state, the special figure display result is “small hit” and the little hit game state in which almost no prize ball is obtained. It is possible to prevent the game from being controlled, and to suppress the decline of the game entertainment due to the occurrence of a delay in the game in the probability variation state or the short time state. In particular, when the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B in the probability change state or the short time state. Since the frequency of the special game in the game will be increased, the time from the probability change state or short-time state (particularly the probability change state) to the 15th round big hit state will be shortened by such setting, and the game entertainment will be reduced. The effect that can be suppressed is great. Further, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, a determined value may be assigned so that the special figure display result of “small hit” is not determined.

  FIG. 9 shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table 131 stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination table 131 is variably displayed based on the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the special figure display result is “big jackpot” and control is made to the jackpot game state. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types of jackpot types such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. In the jackpot type determination table 131, whether the value of the variation special figure designation buffer (fluctuation special figure designation buffer value) provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 shown in FIG. 12 is “1” or “2”. Accordingly, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type is assigned to the big hit type such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. Here, the variable special symbol designation buffer value becomes “1” when the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is executed, and the second special symbol display device 4B sets the second special symbol display device 4B. It becomes “2” when the special figure game using the special figure is executed.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131, the table data indicating the decision values assigned to a plurality of types of jackpot types is the result of determining whether to control the 15 round big hit state or the two round big hit state, and the end of the big hit gaming state Later, it becomes data for determination corresponding to the determination result of whether or not to control to the probability variation state. For example, the table data indicating the decision value assigned to the “non-probable change” or “probability change” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result of controlling to the 15th round jackpot state, while being assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type. The table data indicating the determined value corresponds to the determination result of controlling to the big round hit state. The table data indicating the decision value assigned to the “non-probable” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result that the control is not controlled to the probability change state, while being assigned to the jackpot type of “probability” or “surprise”. The table data indicating the determined value indicates the determination result that the control is performed in the probability variation state. The jackpot type determination table 131 is a value corresponding to the determined jackpot type (for example, any one of “0” to “2”). Table data (setting data) may be included.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131 shown in FIG. 9, the allocation of the determined value for each jackpot type differs depending on whether the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1” or “2”. For example, for the jackpot type of “probability change”, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a determined value in the range of “37” to “72” is assigned, while the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value When “2” is “2”, a determined value in the range of “37” to “100” is assigned. When the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a decision value in the range of “73” to “100” is assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type, while the variation special figure designation buffer value is “ In the case of “2”, the decision value is not assigned.

  In the setting example shown in FIG. 9, the special figure display result is “big hit” based on the fact that the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is satisfied. When it is determined to control to the big hit gaming state, it is not determined to control to the two round big hit state with the big hit type as “surprise”. With such a setting, when the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening in the high opening control in the probability variation state or the short time state, the big hit type becomes “surprise” and almost no prize ball is obtained. It is possible to prevent the game from being controlled to a two-round big hit state, and to suppress a decrease in gaming interest due to a delay in the game in the probability variation state or the short time state. In particular, when the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B in the probability change state or the short time state. Since the frequency at which the special game is executed is increased, such a setting has a great effect of suppressing the decline of the game entertainment. In addition to this setting, the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, so that 15 rounds from the probability variation state and the short time state can be obtained. The ratio of hitting big hits can be increased to improve the gaming fun.

  Even when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, for example, a smaller decision value than that when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1” is assigned to the special figure display result of “surprise”. You may be made to do. Further, when the gaming state is the short-time state, if the big hit type is “surprise” and the game shifts to the probable change state after the end of the two round big hit state, the degree of advantage for the player increases. Thus, when the gaming state is the short-time state, even if the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the big hit type determination table 131 is assigned so that the determination value is assigned to the special figure display result of “surprise”. The table data may be configured.

  FIG. 10 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In this embodiment, as the variation pattern type determination table, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 10A, the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. 10B, and FIG. The loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C shown in FIG. 10 and the loss change pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG.

  The jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, when it is determined (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the variation pattern type is changed according to the determination result of the jackpot type. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the numerical value MR3. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, a numerical value to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type depending on whether the determination result of the jackpot type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprising change”. (Determined value) is assigned to any one of the variation pattern type CA3-1 to variation pattern type CA3-3, variation pattern type CA4-1, and variation pattern type CA4-2. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, the determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type differs depending on which of the plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. There is a part. For example, depending on whether the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, the assignment of the decision value to the variation pattern type CA3-1 to variation pattern type CA3-3 differs. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same variation pattern type can be varied according to the determination result as to which of the multiple types of jackpot types.

  Further, in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, there is a portion in which a determined value is assigned to a different variation pattern type depending on which of a plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. For example, when the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, the decision value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA3-1 to the variation pattern type CA3-3, while the variation pattern type CA4- No decision value is assigned to 1 and the variation pattern type CA4-2. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “surprise”, the decision value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1 and the variation pattern type CA4-2, while the variation pattern type CA3-1 to CA4-2. No determined value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA3-3. As a result, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is controlled to the 2 round big hit state according to “surprise”, the variation pattern type different from the case of being controlled to the 15 round big hit state is determined. can do.

  When the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the assignment of the decision value to each variation pattern type may be made different. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same fluctuation | variation pattern classification can be varied according to which of a plurality of types of gaming states. Also, when the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the determined values may be assigned to different variation pattern types. Thereby, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types depending on which of the plurality of types of gaming states.

  The small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is a table that is referred to in order to determine the variation pattern type when it is determined (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “small hit”. In the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B, all numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1. Here, a part of the determined value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1 in accordance with the case where the jackpot type is “surprise” in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. . As described above, the variation pattern type CA4-1 is a common variation pattern type in the case where the big hit type is “surprise” and in the case where the special figure display result is “small hit”. That is, the table data corresponding to the big hit type “surprise” in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A and the table data constituting the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B include a common variation pattern type. Is set to

  When the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D are determined (predetermined) as the special figure display result to be “lost”, the variation pattern type is determined. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. Here, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is used when the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is not shortened, for example, when the gaming state is normal and the total number of reserved memories is less than “3”. Selected as the table used. On the other hand, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D is special, for example, when the gaming state is a probability change state or a short time state, or when the total number of reserved memories is “3” or more even in the normal state. It is selected as a use table when the variable display time of symbols and decorative symbols is shortened.

  Note that the variation pattern type is determined by referring to different determination tables when the gaming state is a probability change state or a short-time state and when the gaming state is a normal state and the total number of reserved memories is “3” or more. You may be made to be. Further, the variation pattern type may be determined by referring to a different determination table depending on whether or not the total reserved storage number is a predetermined number other than “3” or not. Furthermore, when the total number of reserved memories is “0”, when the total number of reserved memories is “1”, when the total number of reserved memories is “2”, the total number of reserved memories is “3”. The change pattern type may be determined with reference to different determination tables when there is a certain number and when the total number of reserved memories is “4”. In addition, when the total number of reserved memories is less than “3”, the variation pattern type is determined with reference to the common determination table, while the total number of reserved memories is “3”. The change pattern type may be determined with reference to a different determination table when the total number of reserved memories is “4”. Alternatively, instead of the total number of reserved memories, the variation pattern type is determined by referring to a different determination table depending on whether the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are equal to or greater than a predetermined number. You may do it. In this case, when the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, “3” or the like), the variation pattern type includes a variation pattern that has a shorter variable display time than when it is less than the predetermined number. It suffices that the determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined to be higher. Alternatively, even when the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a short time state, it is determined whether or not the total number of reserved memories is a predetermined number (for example, “1” or the like), and different determination tables are set according to the determination result. The change pattern type may be determined with reference to the reference. For example, if the total number of stored storages is less than a predetermined number in the probability variation state or the time reduction state, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is selected as the use table, while the probability variation state or the time reduction state exists. Sometimes, if the total number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D may be selected as the use table.

  In the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, the numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is the variation pattern type CA1-. 1 to a variation pattern type CA1-3 and a variation pattern type CA2-1 to a variation pattern type CA2-4. In the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type is different. There is a part. For example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, assignment of determination values to the variation pattern type CA1-3 and the variation pattern type CA2-1 is different. . Thereby, the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied depending on whether or not the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened.

  Further, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, there are portions where determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types. For example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, determination values are not assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-2 and the variation pattern type CA2-3, while the variation pattern type CA1-1 and the variation pattern A decision value is assigned to the type CA2-2. On the other hand, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, no determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern type CA2-2, while the variation pattern type CA1-2. Further, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-3. Thereby, depending on whether or not the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types.

  In this embodiment, when the special figure display result is “losing” and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “251”, the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories Regardless, the variation pattern type CA2-4 including a variation pattern with super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is determined. That is, when the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like is any one of “230” to “251”, at least super reach is involved regardless of the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. The variable display of the decorative design is executed.

  When the special figure display result is determined to be “losing”, the determined value for each variation pattern type depends on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probable variation state, or a short-time state. The assignment may be different. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same fluctuation | variation pattern classification can be varied according to which of a plurality of types of gaming states. In addition, when the special figure display result is determined to be “losing”, the determined value is set to a different variation pattern type depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability variation state, or a short-time state. It may be assigned. Thereby, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types depending on which of the plurality of types of gaming states.

  In this embodiment, by referring to the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to the variation pattern type CA1-3 and the variation The pattern type can be determined as any one of the pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4. Here, the variation pattern types CA1-1 to CA1-3 correspond to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach” as shown in FIG. 7B. It is a variation pattern type. The variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4 are variation pattern types corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “reach”. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern type based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type with reference to the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, It is possible to determine whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state.

  The determination values assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-2 and the variation pattern type CA1-3 in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D are the variation patterns in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C. More than the determined value assigned to the type CA1-1 and the variation pattern type CA1-3. By such setting, when the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is shortened, it is determined that the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is not set to the reach state at a higher rate than the case where the special symbol or the decorative symbol is not shortened. If the average variable display time in the non-reach fluctuation pattern is set to be shorter than the average variable display time in the reach fluctuation pattern, the total reserved storage number is a predetermined number (specifically, “ 3 ") or more, the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when it is less than the predetermined number, and when it is in the probabilistic state or the short time state, the total number of stored storages in the normal state As compared with a case where is less than a predetermined number (specifically, “3”), the average variable display time can be shortened.

  FIG. 11 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 101. In this embodiment, a loss variation pattern determination table 133A shown in FIG. 11A and a hit variation pattern determination table 133B shown in FIG. 11B are prepared in advance as variation pattern determination tables.

  The loss variation pattern determination table 133A is based on the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the determination result of the variation pattern type, etc., when it is determined (preliminary determination) that the special figure display result is “loss”. It is a table referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, the numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type is one corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “lost”. Or, it is assigned to a plurality of variation patterns (loss variation patterns).

  In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern PA1-3 corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is CA1-3. As shown in FIG. 7A, the variation pattern PA1-3 is a variation pattern that executes a variable display effect of “slip” when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. is there. With such a setting, even when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the variable pattern effect such as “slip” is executed by determining the variation pattern PA1-3. Can do. In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern PA1-4 corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is CA1-3. As shown in FIG. 7A, the fluctuation patterns PA1-4 have pseudo continuous fluctuations with a variable display effect of “pseudo continuous” when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. This is a variation pattern in which (revariation) is executed once. With such a setting, even when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is executed by being determined as the variation pattern PA1-4. Can do.

  Note that the ratio determined for the variation pattern for executing the variable display effect may be different depending on whether the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is shortened. As an example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. 10D, a smaller determination value is changed than in the loss variation pattern type determination table (normal) 132C shown in FIG. It may be assigned to the pattern types CA1-3. In the example of setting the variation pattern shown in FIG. 7A, the special pattern variation time (variable display time of the special symbol) in the variation pattern PA1-1 where variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip” are not executed is 12000. The special figure variation time in the variation pattern PA1-2 is set to 3000 milliseconds [ms] in milliseconds [ms]. On the other hand, the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 for executing the variable display effect of “pseudo” is 16000 milliseconds [ms] in the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 for executing the variable display effect of “slip”. The special figure fluctuation time at is set to 24000 [ms]. That is, when the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the special pattern change time in the change pattern PA1-3 for executing the “slip” variable display effect, or the change pattern for executing the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect. The special figure fluctuation time in PA1-4 is longer than the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern in which these variable display effects are not executed.

  For example, when the total number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (eg, “3”), there is a variation pattern that executes variable display effects such as “sliding” and “pseudo-continuous” compared to a case where the total number is less than the predetermined number. A determination value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for the included variation pattern types CA1-3 is low. As a result, when the total number of reserved memories is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when the total number is less than the predetermined number. Further, for example, in the case of the probability change state or the short time state, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type CA1-3 is larger than that in the normal state when the total number of reserved memories is less than a predetermined number (eg, “3”). A determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so as to be lower. As a result, the average variable display time can be shortened when the probability change state or the time reduction state is set, compared to when the total number of reserved storage is less than the predetermined number in the normal state.

  The hit variation pattern determination table 133B has a variation pattern determination disturbance according to the determination result of the variation pattern type when the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” (predetermined). It is a table referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on the numerical value MR4. In the winning variation pattern determination table 133B, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type indicates that the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Are assigned to one or a plurality of variation patterns (per variation pattern).

  The RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 3 may be a backup RAM that is partially or entirely backed up by a backup power supply created on a predetermined power supply board 16. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 is stored for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply cannot be supplied because the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged). The In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as a special figure process flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game.

  The RAM 102 is provided with a game control data holding area 150 as shown in FIG. 12, for example, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Yes. The game control data holding area 150 shown in FIG. 12 includes a first special figure hold storage unit 151A, a second special figure hold storage unit 151B, a game control flag setting unit 152, a game control timer setting unit 153, and a game. A control counter setting unit 154 and a game control buffer setting unit 155 are provided.

  The first special figure holding storage unit 151A is a special game in which a game ball wins a first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the first starting condition is satisfied but the first starting condition is not satisfied. The hold data of (a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A associates with a holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening and sets the first start condition by the winning (game ball detection). Based on the establishment, numerical data indicating various random values extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is set as pending data, and stored until the stored number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). In this embodiment, numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, Is stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A as the hold data.

  The second special figure holding storage unit 151B receives the game ball at the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second start condition is satisfied, but the second start condition is not satisfied. Hold data of a game (a special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B associates the holding number with the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, and sets the second start condition by the winning (game ball detection). Based on the establishment, numerical data indicating various random values extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is set as pending data, and stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). In this embodiment, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, Is stored in the second special figure holding storage unit 151B as holding data.

  The game control flag setting unit 152 is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can be updated in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control flag setting unit 152 stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags. In this embodiment, the game control flag setting unit 152 is provided with a special figure process flag, a common figure process flag, a big hit flag, a small hit flag, a probability change flag, a short time flag, a big hit medium flag, and the like.

  The special figure process flag indicates the progress of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A, the progress of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, and the like. In the step S15 of FIG. 19 executed for control and the special symbol process shown in FIG. 20, which process is to be selected and executed is instructed. The ordinary symbol process flag indicates which process should be selected / executed in the ordinary symbol process shown in step S16 of FIG. 19 in order to control the progress of the ordinary symbol game using the ordinary symbol by the ordinary symbol display 20. Instruct.

  The big hit flag is set to an on state in response to a determination (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “big hit” when the special figure game is started. On the other hand, the jackpot flag is cleared and turned off in response to the jackpot symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special game. The small hit flag is set to an on state in response to a determination (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “small hit” when the special figure game is started. On the other hand, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off in response to the small hit symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game.

  The probability change flag is set to the on state in response to the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 being controlled to the probability change state, and is cleared to the off state in response to the end of the probability change state. . The time reduction flag is set to the on state in response to the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 being in the probability change state or the time reduction state and the time reduction control is started, while the probability change state or the time reduction state is ended. It is cleared and turned off in response to. The big hit flag is set to the on state in response to the start of the big hit gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, while being cleared in response to the end of the big hit gaming state and the off state. Become.

  The game control timer setting unit 153 is provided with various timers used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit 153 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers. In this embodiment, the game control timer setting unit 153 is provided with a game control process timer, a special figure variation timer, a common figure variation timer, and the like.

  The game control process timer is for measuring, for example, a time for controlling the progress of the big hit gaming state on the main board 11 side. As a specific example, the game control process timer stores, as a game control process timer value, data indicating a timer value corresponding to a time measured to control the progress of the big hit gaming state, and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the game control process timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to an elapsed time from a predetermined time, such as a start time of a big hit gaming state, and counts up periodically.

  The special figure variation timer is for measuring, on the main board 11 side, a time for controlling the progress of the special figure game such as a variable symbol display time (special figure variation time) in the special figure game. . As a specific example, the special figure variation timer stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the time measured in order to control the progress of the special figure game as a special figure fluctuation timer value and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the special figure variation timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the elapsed time from the start time of the special figure game and periodically counts up.

  The normal variation timer is for measuring the time for controlling the progress of the general diagram game such as the variable display time (normal variation time) of the normal symbol in the normal game on the main board 11 side. . As a specific example, the normal fluctuation timer stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the time measured to control the progress of the normal figure game as a normal fluctuation timer value and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the normal time variation timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the elapsed time from the start time of the normal time game and periodically counts up.

  The game control counter setting unit 154 is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting a count value used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit 154 stores data indicating the count value in each of a plurality of types of counters. In this embodiment, the game control counter setting unit 154 is provided with a random counter, a first reserved memory number counter, a second reserved memory number counter, a total reserved memory number counter, a short time counter, a round number counter, and the like. .

  The random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154 is a numerical value extracted from the random number circuit 104 or a part of numerical data indicating a random number value used for controlling the progress of the game, separately from the random number circuit 104. This is for the CPU 103 to count the data so that it can be updated by software. For example, in the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154, numerical data indicating the random number values MR2 to MR5 is stored as a random count value. The numerical data indicating the numerical value is updated. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the numerical data update operation in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. The random count value may be updated by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or part of the numerical data.

  The first reserved memory number counter is for counting the first reserved memory number that is the number of reserved data in the first special figure reserved memory unit 151A. For example, in the first reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the first reserved memory number is stored as the first reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1) Addition or 1 subtraction). The second reserved memory number counter is for counting the second reserved memory number that is the number of reserved data in the second special figure reserved memory unit 151B. For example, in the second reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the second reserved memory number is stored as the second reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1) Addition or 1 subtraction). The total reserved memory number counter is for counting the total reserved memory number obtained by adding up the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. For example, count value data corresponding to the total reserved memory number is stored in the total reserved memory number counter as a total reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1 addition or 1 subtraction) in accordance with the increase or decrease in the total reserved memory number )

  The time reduction counter is used to count the number of remaining special-purpose games that can be executed until the time reduction control is ended when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the time reduction state. For example, when the jackpot gaming state is ended, data indicating the count initial value “100” corresponding to the jackpot type buffer value being “0” is set as the hourly count count value in the hourly number counter. . Thereafter, until the variable display result becomes “big hit”, the time count count value is decremented by 1 every time the special figure game ends. Then, when the time reduction count value reaches “0”, the time reduction flag is cleared and turned off, for example, to control to end the time reduction state and shift to the normal state.

  The round number counter is for counting the number of round games executed in the big hit gaming state. For example, in the round number counter, data indicating a count initial value “1” at the start of the big hit gaming state is set as the round number count value. When one round game is finished and the next round game is started, the round count value is incremented by 1 and updated.

  The game control buffer setting unit 155 is provided with various buffers that temporarily store data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control buffer setting unit 155 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers. In this embodiment, the game control buffer setting unit 155 is provided with a transmission command buffer, a start port buffer, a variation special figure designation buffer, a big hit type buffer, and the like.

  The transmission command buffer is used to temporarily store setting data for transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to the sub-side control board. For example, the transmission command buffer includes a plurality of buffer areas (for example, “12”), and setting data indicating storage addresses in the ROM 101 of the command table corresponding to the control command to be transmitted is stored in each buffer area. The In addition, a buffer area where setting data is written and read in the transmission command buffer may be specified by a transmission command pointer or the like, and a plurality of buffer areas may be used as a ring buffer.

  The starting port buffer stores a buffer value indicating whether a game ball that has entered the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port is detected. As an example, “1” is set in the start port buffer value in response to the normal detection of a game ball that has entered the first start winning port by the first start port switch 22A. Further, “2” is set to the start port buffer value in response to the normal detection of the game ball that has entered the second start winning port by the second start port switch 22B.

  The variable special symbol designation buffer includes a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and a special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. A buffer value indicating whether the special figure game is executed is stored. As an example, “1” is set in the variable special figure designation buffer value in response to the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. Further, “2” is set in the variable special figure designation buffer value in response to the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Then, in response to the end of the special figure game, the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “0”.

  The big hit type buffer stores a buffer value corresponding to a determination result in which the big hit type is one of a plurality of types when the variable display result is “big hit”. As an example, based on the setting in the big hit type determination table 131 as shown in FIG. 9, if the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the big hit type buffer value is set to “0”, and the big hit type is “probable change”. If there is, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “1”, and if the jackpot type is “surprise”, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “2”.

  The I / O 105 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 3 has an input port for receiving various signals transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100, and various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. And an output port for transmission.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the effect control board 12 is provided with an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, and a work area for the effect control CPU 120. Random number for updating numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the RAM 122, the display control unit 123 for executing processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, and the effect control CPU 120 A circuit 124 and an I / O 125 are mounted. As an example, in the effect control board 12, when the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect control program read from the ROM 121, a process for controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores them, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. Alternatively, while the production control CPU 120 is built in the production control microcomputer, at least one of the ROM 121 and the RAM 122 may be externally attached to the production control microcomputer. The random number circuit 124 may be any one that is built in or externally attached to the production control microcomputer. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, A wiring for transmitting an electric decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, the effect control board 12 is also connected to wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the operation unit 30 has been detected from the operation detection switch 31.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the effect control board 12. As shown in FIG. 13, in this embodiment, on the side of the effect control board 12, a random value SR1 for determining the continuous effect, a random value SR2 for determining the continuous effect stop, and a random value SR3 for determining the stop timing of the continuous effect. The numerical data indicating each of these is controlled so as to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a production effect, random numbers other than these may be used. For example, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the final stop symbol used for determining a final decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that becomes a variable display result of the decorative symbol may be controlled to be countable.

  The effect control CPU 120 uses various random counters different from the random number circuit 124 such as a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of the numerical values SR1, SR2, SR3 may be counted. Alternatively, by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and calculation processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 124, the numerical data indicating all or part of the rendering random number is updated. You may make it do. When the random number circuit 124 is not mounted on the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 may count numerical data indicating all the effect random numbers using a random counter.

  The random number SR1 for determining the continuous effect is a random value used to determine whether or not to execute the continuous effect and to determine one of the plurality of continuous effect patterns, and ranges from “1” to “100”. Takes the value of In this embodiment, whether or not the continuous effect is executed by the effect control CPU 120 or the like on the effect control board 12 side differs depending on the value of the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer (continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value). Determined by percentage.

  The random value SR2 for determining the stop of the continuous effect is a random value used for determining whether or not to stop the continuous effect in the middle of the effect when the continuous effect is executed. Takes a value in the range.

  The random number SR3 for determining the stop timing of the continuous effect is a random value used for determining the stop timing when stopping the continuous effect, and takes a value in the range of “1” to “100”.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 3 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, and control pattern tables prepared for the production control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and controls.

  14A and 14B show configuration examples of the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161 stored in the ROM 121. FIG. The continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161 are tables that are referred to in order to determine whether or not to start the continuous effect and the continuous effect pattern based on the random value SR1 for determining the continuous effect. In the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161, the value of the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer (continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value) provided in the effect control buffer setting unit 194 shown in FIG. 18 is “0” or “3”. Depending on whether it is “1” or “4” or “2” or “5”, the numerical value (decision value) compared with the random value SR1 for determining the start of the continuous effect is a plurality of types of continuous effects It is assigned to a determination result corresponding to a pattern or no continuous production. Here, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer is a storage area in which a value corresponding to the variable display result determined at the time of winning a prize is set. Alternatively, “3” is set, and “1” or “4” is set when it is determined that the variation pattern of the super reach loss is set at the time of winning, and when it is determined that the variable display result is “winning” at the time of winning, “ “2” or “5” is set. That is, the presence / absence of the continuous effect and the continuous effect pattern are determined based on whether the variable display result determined at the time of winning is “non-reach lose”, “super reach lose”, or “win”. The continuous effect determination table 160 is selected as a use table when the total number of reserved memories is 4 or more, and the continuous effect determination table 161 is selected as a use table when the total number of reserved memories is 3. In this embodiment, when the total number of reserved memories is 2 or less, the continuous effect is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a continuous effect determination table may be prepared when the total reserved memory number is 2 or less, and the continuous effect may be executed even when the total reserved memory number is 2 or less.

  Here, the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer is the variation pattern type extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like on the main board 11 side at the time of starting winning when the game ball that has entered the first starting winning opening (start winning prize) is detected. Based on the determination that the random number value MR3 for determination is within the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range (“non-reach loss”) that is determined to be at least a non-reach fluctuation pattern regardless of the total number of reserved memories, The value is updated to “0”. Further, the value is “1” based on the determination that it is within the super-reach fluctuation pattern common range (“super-reach lose”) that is determined to be at least a super-reach fluctuation pattern regardless of the total number of stored storages. Is updated. In addition, the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer is a special figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like on the main board 11 side at the time of starting winning when a game ball entering (starting winning) is detected in the first start winning opening. The random number value MR1 for determination is updated to “2” when it is determined that the variable display result matches the determination value that is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit”. The Further, the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer determines the variation pattern type extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like on the main board 11 side at the time of starting winning when a game ball that has entered (starting winning) is detected in the second start winning opening. The random value MR3 for use is determined to be within a non-reach variation pattern common range (“non-reach loss”) that is determined to be at least a non-reach variation pattern regardless of the total number of reserved memories. Is updated to “3”. In addition, the value is set to “4” based on the determination that it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern (“super reach lose”) that is determined to be at least the super reach variation pattern regardless of the total number of stored storage. Updated. The continuous effect start condition establishment buffer is a special figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like on the main board 11 side at the time of starting winning when the game ball that has entered (starting winning) is detected in the second start winning opening. The random number value MR1 for determination is updated to “5” when it is determined that the variable display result matches the determined value that is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit”. The

  In the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161, the continuous effect patterns RP1 to RP4 can be determined. The continuous effect pattern RP1 is a continuous effect pattern that changes the reserved memory display (display color of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H) to be red when the total number of reserved memories is four. When the total number of reserved memories is 4, when the continuous effect pattern RP1 is determined, the white display is not performed but the red display is performed from the beginning. The continuous effect pattern RP2 is a continuous effect pattern that changes the hold memory display that is the object of determination to red when the total number of hold memories is 3. When the total number of reserved memories is 3, when the continuous effect pattern RP2 is determined, the white display is not performed and the red display is performed from the beginning. The continuous effect pattern RP3 is a continuous effect pattern that changes the hold memory display that is the object of determination to red when the total hold memory number is two. The continuous effect pattern RP4 is a continuous effect pattern that changes the hold memory display to be determined to red when the total number of hold memories is 1. In the setting examples of the continuous performance determination tables 160 and 161, the ratio of the red display from the beginning is higher when the total number of reserved storage is smaller. That is, the ratio determined for the continuous effect pattern RP2 in the continuous effect determination table 161 is higher than the ratio determined for the continuous effect pattern RP1 in the continuous effect determination table 160. Since the change from white display to red display may be difficult to understand when the total number of reserved memories is small, the ratio of the red display from the beginning is increased when the total number of reserved memories is small.

  In the setting example of the continuous production determination tables 160 and 161, whether the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, “1” or “4”, or “2” or “5”. Accordingly, whether or not to execute the continuous effect and the assignment of the determination value to the determination result as to which of the continuous effect patterns to execute is different. With such a setting, whether the random value MR3 extracted at the start winning is within the range of the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range, whether it is within the super reach fluctuation pattern common range, A ratio of determining whether or not to start a continuous effect depending on whether or not the extracted random value MR1 matches the determined value that the variable display result is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit” Can be different.

  Further, in the setting example of the continuous production determination table 160, the determination ratio of each continuous production pattern when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5” is the continuous production pattern RP2 (40%)> RP1. (30%)> RP3 (10%) = RP4 (10%). Further, when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “1” or “4”, the determination ratio of each continuous effect pattern is continuous effect pattern RP1 (40%)> RP2 (20%)> RP3 (15%). > RP4 (1%). Further, when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, the determination ratio of each continuous effect pattern is continuous effect pattern RP1 (10%)> RP2 (5%)> RP3 (4%). > RP4 (1%). With such settings, the reliability of the continuous performance can be varied depending on which continuous performance pattern is executed. The reliability of the continuous performance is a ratio between a ratio selected when the variable display result is “winning” and a ratio selected when the result is “lost”. In this embodiment, the reliability of the continuous performance increases in the order of the continuous performance pattern RP2> RP1> RP3. With such a setting, the player can pay attention to at which timing the display color of the hold storage display changes, and the interest of the game is improved. Note that the reliability of each continuous performance pattern may be varied according to the total number of reserved memories at the start of the continuous performance. For example, in the continuous effect determination table 160 and the continuous effect determination table 161, the reliability of the continuous effect patterns RP2 to RP4 may be different. For example, in the continuous performance determination table 161, the reliability of RP3 may be higher than RP2.

  In addition, in the setting examples of the continuous production determination tables 160 and 161, when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5”, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, More determination values than those in the case of “1” or “4” are assigned to the determination result for executing the continuous effect. With such a setting, when the random display value MR1 extracted at the time of winning a start matches the determined value for which the variable display result is “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit”, it does not match It is possible to make a decision to start the continuous production at a higher rate than that. Therefore, when the continuous production is executed, the expectation that the variable display result will be “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit” is improved and the interest of the game is improved than when the continuous production is not executed. Can be made.

  Further, in the setting examples of the continuous production determination tables 160 and 161, when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “1” or “4”, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”. More decision values are assigned to the decision result for executing the continuous performance than in some cases. With such a setting, when the random value MR3 extracted at the time of winning the start is within the range of the super reach variation pattern common range, the continuous effect is at a higher rate than when it is within the range of the non reach variation pattern common range. The decision to start can be made. Therefore, when the continuous production is executed, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by increasing the sense of expectation to become super reach than when the continuous production is not executed.

  FIG. 15A shows a configuration example of the continuous effect stop determination table 162 stored in the ROM 121. The continuous production stop determination table 162 is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to stop the continuous production based on the random number SR2 for determining the continuous production stop when the continuous production is executed. In the setting example of the continuous production stop determination table 162, whether the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0”, “3”, “1”, “4”, “2”, or “5”. Accordingly, the assignment of the decision value to the decision result of whether or not to stop the execution of the continuous effect is different. With such a setting, whether the random value MR3 extracted at the start winning is within the range of the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range, whether it is within the super reach fluctuation pattern common range, A ratio of determining whether or not to start a continuous effect depending on whether or not the extracted random value MR1 matches the determined value that the variable display result is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit” Can be different.

  In the setting example of the continuous production stop determination table 162, the continuous production start condition is established when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5” (the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”). More determination values are assigned to the determination result for stopping the continuous performance than when the buffer value is “0” or “3”, “1” or “4” (the variable display result is “losing”). ing. With such a setting, when the random display value MR1 extracted at the time of winning a start matches the determined value for which the variable display result is “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit”, it does not match It is possible to make a decision to stop the continuous performance at a higher rate than the above. Therefore, when the continuous production is stopped, the expectation that the variable display result will be “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit” is improved and the interest of the game is improved than when the continuous production is not stopped. Can be made. When the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5” (the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”), a decision value is assigned to the decision result for stopping the continuous production. In such a case, when the variable display result is “winning”, the continuous performance may not be stopped. Further, when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, “1” or “4” (the variable display result is “losing”), the determination value is set as the determination result that does not stop the continuous effect. May not be assigned, and if the variable display result is “losing”, the continuous effect may always be stopped.

  Further, in the setting example of the continuous production stop determination table 162, when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “1” or “4”, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”. More decision values than the case are assigned to the decision result for stopping the continuous performance. With such a setting, when the random value MR3 extracted at the time of winning the start is within the range of the super reach variation pattern common range, the continuous effect is at a higher rate than when it is within the range of the non reach variation pattern common range. Can be decided to cancel. Therefore, when the continuous performance is canceled, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by increasing the sense of expectation to become super reach than when the continuous performance is not canceled.

  FIG. 15B shows a configuration example of the continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 stored in the ROM 121. The continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 is a table that is referred to in order to determine the timing to stop when stopping the continuous effect. In the setting example of the continuous production stop timing determination table 163, is the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value “0” or “3” or “1” or “4” or “2” or “5”? Accordingly, the assignment of the decision value to the decision result of the timing for stopping the continuous performance is different. In this embodiment, the timing for stopping the continuous performance can be determined when the total number of reserved memories becomes 2 or when the total number of reserved memories becomes 1. With such a setting, whether the random value MR3 extracted at the start winning is within the range of the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range, whether it is within the super reach fluctuation pattern common range, Depending on whether or not the extracted random value MR1 matches the determination value that the variable display result is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit”, the determination ratio of the timing for stopping the continuous performance is different. Can be made.

  In the setting example of the continuous production stop timing determination table 163, when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5”, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, “1”. ”Or“ 4 ”, more decision values are assigned to the decision result for stopping the continuous effect when the total number of reserved memories is 1. With such a setting, when the random display value MR1 extracted at the time of winning a start matches the determined value for which the variable display result is “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit”, it does not match It is possible to make a decision to stop the continuous performance when the total number of reserved memories is 1, at a higher rate. Therefore, when the continuous production is canceled when the total number of stored storages is 1, the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, compared to when the continuous production is stopped when the total number of stored storages is 2. It is possible to raise the sense of expectation to become a “winning” and improve the interest of the game.

  Further, in the setting example of the continuous production stop timing determination table 163, when the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “1” or “4”, the continuous production start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”. More determination values than those in a certain case are assigned to a determination result for stopping the continuous performance when the total number of reserved memories is 1. With such a setting, when the random number MR3 extracted at the time of winning a start is within the range of the super reach variation pattern common range, the total suspension is at a higher rate than when it is within the range of the non reach variation pattern common range. When the number of memories is 1, it is possible to make a determination to stop the continuous performance. Therefore, when the continuous production is canceled when the total reserved memory number is 1, the sense of expectation to become super reach is higher than when the continuous production is canceled when the total reserved memory number is 1, The interest of the game can be improved.

  In this embodiment, when the continuous effect pattern is RP1 or RP2 (when the hold memory display is changed to red when the total hold memory number is 4 or 3, the continuous effect may be stopped). It has become. As shown in FIG. 16, according to the timing of stopping the continuous effect, the detailed continuous effect pattern RP1-1 (changes to red when the total reserved memory number is 4, and white when the total reserved memory number is 2). RP1-2 (changes red when the total reserved memory count is 4, and returns white when the total reserved memory count is 1), RP2-1 (red when the total reserved memory count is 3) RP2-2 (changes red when the total reserved memory count is 3 and returns to white when the total reserved memory count is 1) Prepared. Other continuous effects such as a continuous effect pattern that changes to red when the total reserved memory number is 2 and returns to white when the total reserved memory number is 1 may be executed.

  In this embodiment, the presence / absence of execution of a continuous effect and the continuous effect pattern are determined by the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161 shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B. Whether or not to stop the continuous effect is determined by the illustrated continuous effect stop determination table 162, and the timing to stop the continuous effect is determined by the continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 shown in FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a continuous effect determination table in which determination values are assigned to all continuous effect patterns corresponding to whether or not to stop the continuous effect is prepared, and these are determined in one table. You may do it. By determining with one table, it becomes easy to adjust the ratio of stopping the continuous performance. In addition, it is easy to make a setting that does not stop the continuous production when the number is below a predetermined hold number (for example, a setting that prevents red display when the hold number is 2 does not return to white display). .

  The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes a light emitting body such as the image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, game effect lamps 9 and decoration LEDs, operation buttons 32, and movable members included in the effect item. In order to control the production operation using the production device (production electrical component) including a plurality of types, pattern data constituting the production control pattern is stored in advance. Such an effect control pattern may include, for example, a symbol variation control pattern, a notice effect control pattern, a continuous effect control pattern, a hit effect control pattern, and the like.

  The symbol variation control pattern relates to a variable display operation of the decorative symbol in the display area of the image display device 5 in a period from when the decorative symbol variable display is started to when the final decorative symbol which is the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. What is necessary is just to be comprised in advance by the pattern data etc. which show the content of control, and for every variation pattern of a decoration design. Further, different symbol variation control patterns may be prepared corresponding to a plurality of types of effect modes in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Each of the plurality of symbol variation control patterns includes a decorative symbol display position and a decorative symbol display position in a variable symbol display performed using a final symbol that is a final stop symbol, a temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped during variable display, and the like. It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as the size, the direction of variation of the decorative pattern, and the variation speed. Here, the final stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol, etc. are determined at the start of variable display based on the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. If it is.

  The notice effect control pattern is composed of pattern data indicating the control content of the effect operation in the notice effect, and may be prepared in advance for each of the notice effect patterns according to the contents of the effect operation in the notice effect. For example, each of the plurality of notice effect control patterns is prepared in advance to execute a plurality of notice patterns prepared in advance for executing a notice effect of “character notice” or a notice effect of “notice during operation”. Corresponding to one of the plurality of notice patterns, the display position and size of the effect image, the update display procedure, the setting of the operation valid period for effectively detecting the operation action on the operation button 32, and the switching of the effect operation at the time of detecting the operation It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as setting.

  The continuous effect control pattern may be composed of pattern data indicating the control content of the effect operation in the continuous effect, and may be prepared in advance in accordance with the content (notification content) of the effect operation in the continuous effect. For example, each of the plurality of continuous production control patterns is displayed depending on which of the continuous production patterns RP1 to RP4 or the detailed continuous production patterns RP1-1, PR1-2, RP2-1, and RP2-2. What is necessary is just to prescribe | regulate the timing etc. which change the display color of a site | part.

  The win-time effect control pattern indicates the control contents of the effect operation in the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state after the special figure display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit” or “small hit”. The special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, whether the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” or “surprise change”, May be prepared in advance according to the presence / absence of promotion effect during the big hit.

  FIG. 17A shows a configuration example of such various effect control patterns. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 17A, the effect control pattern includes various effect operations such as an effect control process timer determination value, display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, and an end code. It is composed of process data serving as control data for control, and it is only necessary to set the contents of various effects control, timing control switching timing, and the like in time series.

  The effect control process timer determination value is a value (determination value) to be compared with an effect control process timer value that is a stored value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 shown in FIG. A determination value corresponding to the execution time (production time) of the production operation is set in advance. In place of the effect control process timer determination value, for example, a predetermined effect control command is received from the main board 11, or a predetermined process is executed as a process for controlling the effect operation in the effect control CPU 120. The data indicating the switching timing of effect control or the like may be set corresponding to predetermined control content or processing content.

  The display control data includes data indicating the display mode of the effect image on the display screen of the image display device 5, for example, data indicating the variation mode of each decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the display control data is data that designates the display operation of the effect image on the display screen of the image display device 5. The voice control data includes data indicating the voice output mode from the speakers 8L and 8R, such as data indicating the output mode of sound effects in conjunction with the variable display operation of the decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol, for example. Yes. That is, the audio control data is data that designates an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R. The lamp control data includes data indicating the lighting operation mode of the light emitter, such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decoration LED. That is, the lamp control data is data for designating the lighting operation of the light emitter. In the operation detection control data, for example, an operation operation period using the operation buttons 32, such as an operation effective period for effectively detecting an operation on the operation buttons 32, data for designating the control content of the effect operation when the operation buttons are detected effectively, and the like. Is included. Note that these control data do not have to be included in all the effect control patterns, but an effect control pattern configured to include a part of the control data according to the contents of the effect operation by each effect control pattern. There may be. Further, in the plural types of process data included in the effect control pattern, the types of control data constituting each process data may be different according to the contents of the effect operation executed at each timing. That is, there may be process data configured to include all of the display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, and operation detection control data, or process data configured to include a part of these. Further, for example, various other control data such as movable member control data indicating an operation mode of the movable member included in the effect accessory may be included.

  FIG. 17B shows various rendering operations that are executed according to the contents of the rendering control pattern. The production control CPU 120 determines the control content of the production operation according to various control data included in the production control pattern. For example, when the production control process timer value matches one of the production control process timer determination values, the decorative design is displayed in a manner specified by the display control data associated with the production control process timer determination value, and the character Control is performed to display effect images such as images and background images on the display screen of the image display device 5. In addition, control is performed to output sound from the speakers 8L and 8R in a manner specified by the sound control data, and control is performed to flash a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 in a manner specified by the lamp control data. Control is performed to accept the operation on the operation button 32 during the operation effective period specified by the detection control data and determine the content of the effect. Note that dummy data (data not specifying control) may be set as data corresponding to a production component that does not become a control target even though it corresponds to the production control process timer determination value.

  The effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control pattern based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, for example, when starting variable display of decorative symbols. Here, when setting the effect control pattern, the pattern data constituting the corresponding effect control pattern may be read from the ROM 121 and temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or the corresponding effect control pattern is configured. The storage address of the pattern data in the ROM 121 may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the reading position of the storage data in the ROM 121 may be designated. After that, every time the production control process timer value is updated, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the production control process timer judgment values. If they match, the production operation according to the corresponding various control data Control. Thus, the effect control CPU 120 performs the effect devices (image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, game effect lamps) according to the contents of process data # 1 to process data #n (n is an arbitrary integer) included in the effect control pattern. The control of the light emitter such as 9) is advanced. In each process data # 1 to process data #n, display control data # 1 to display control data #n and voice control data # 1 to voice control associated with production control process timer determination values # 1 to #n are provided. Data #n, lamp control data # 1 to lamp control data #n, and operation detection control data # 1 to operation detection control data #n indicate the control content of the rendering operation in the rendering device and specify the execution of the rendering control. Control execution data # 1 to production control execution data #n are configured.

  A command according to the effect control pattern set in this way is output from the effect control CPU 120 to the display control unit 123, the sound control board 13, and the like. In the display control unit 123 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, a predetermined VDP or the like is developed by reading out image data indicated by the command from an image data memory such as CGROM and temporarily storing it in the VRAM. On the voice control board 13 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, the voice synthesis IC reads out the voice data indicated by the command from the voice data ROM and temporarily stores it in the voice RAM or the like. .

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 3 is provided with an effect control data holding area 190 as shown in FIG. 18, for example, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. ing. The effect control data holding area 190 shown in FIG. 18 includes an effect control flag setting unit 191, an effect control timer setting unit 192, an effect control counter setting unit 193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 194.

  In the effect control flag setting unit 191, for example, a plurality of types of states whose states can be updated according to the effect operation state such as the effect image display state on the display screen of the image display device 5, the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11, and the like. A flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 stores data indicating the value of the flag and data indicating the on state or the off state for each of the plurality of types of flags.

  The effect control timer setting unit 192 is provided with a plurality of types of timers used for controlling the progress of various effect operations such as an effect image display operation on the display screen of the image display device 5, for example. For example, the production control timer setting unit 192 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers.

  The effect control counter setting unit 193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the production control counter setting unit 193 stores data indicating the count value in each of a plurality of types of counters.

  The effect control buffer setting unit 194 is provided with various buffers that temporarily store data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 194 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. For example, the display control unit 123 executes various types of effect display such as variable display of decorative symbols and effect display in reach effects by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Control. The display control unit 123 may be configured to include a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing various signals such as an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the operation detection signal transmitted from the operation detection switch 31, and the effect. And an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the control board 12. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a command (sound effect signal) transmitted to the sound control board 13, and a command transmitted to the lamp control board 14 (Lighting signal) etc. are output.

  On the voice control board 13, for example, an input / output driver, a voice synthesis IC, a voice data ROM, an amplifier circuit, a volume, and the like are mounted. As an example, in the voice control board 13, the sound number data indicated in the sound effect signal transmitted from the effect control board 12 is input to the voice synthesis IC via the input / output driver. The voice synthesis IC generates voice and sound effects corresponding to the sound number data and outputs them to the amplifier circuit. The amplifier circuit outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume to the speakers 8L and 8R. The voice data ROM stores control data corresponding to the sound number data, and the voice synthesis IC reads out the control data corresponding to the sound number data to generate voice and sound effects. The data stored in the audio data ROM may be composed of data indicating the output mode of audio and sound effects in a predetermined period in time series.

  For example, an input / output driver and a lamp driver are mounted on the lamp control board 14. As an example, in the lamp control board 14, the electrical decoration signal transmitted from the effect control board 12 is input to the lamp driver via the input / output driver. The lamp driver amplifies the electric decoration signal and supplies it to the game effect lamp 9 and the like.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from the power supply board 16 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process. When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

  When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 19 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, whereby the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port are set via the switch circuit 110. The state of detection signals input from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 is determined (step S11). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S12). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 is output (steps). S13).

  Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers such as random number values MR1 to MR5 used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S14). Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes special symbol process processing (step S15). In the special symbol process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol is processed. Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of display operation in the display device 4B and setting of opening / closing operation of the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a predetermined procedure.

  Following the special symbol process, a normal symbol process is executed (step S16). The CPU 103 controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) on the normal symbol display 20 by executing the normal symbol process, thereby moving the normal symbol variable display and the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Enables setting of the tilting movement of the blade. After executing the normal symbol process, the CPU 103 transmits a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process (step S17). As an example, in the command control process, in response to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155, among the output ports included in the I / O 105, effect control After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command to the board 12, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time. By changing the state to the off state, the presentation control command can be transmitted based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S15 shown in FIG. 19 as special symbol process processing. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  In the start winning determination process shown in FIG. 21, the CPU 103 first corresponds to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A among the first start opening switch 22A and the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not the detection signal from the first start port switch 22A provided in the ON state is on (step S201). At this time, if the detection signal from the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (step S201; Yes), the start port buffer value that is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is “1” is set (step S202).

  When the detection signal from the first start opening switch 22A is in the OFF state in step S201 (step S201; No), it is provided corresponding to the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B. It is determined whether or not the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B is on (step S203). At this time, if the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B is in the OFF state (step S203; No), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (step S203; Yes), the start port buffer value is set to “2” (step S204).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S202 and S204, the CPU 103 reads the reserved storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S205). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number count value which is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is read, and the starting port buffer value is When it is “2”, the second reserved memory number count value that is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is read. Then, it is determined whether or not the read value in step S205 has reached a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) (step S206). At this time, if the read value in step S205 does not reach the upper limit value, the starting condition for starting the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is effectively established. For example, when it is determined in step S201 that the detection signal from the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state, and in step S206, it is determined that the read value has not reached the upper limit value, the first special symbol. A first start condition for executing a special figure game using the first special figure by the display device 4A and variable display of decorative symbols is established. If it is determined in step S203 that the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state, and if it is determined in step S206 that the read value has not reached the upper limit value, the second special symbol. A second start condition is established for executing a special game using the second special figure by the display device 4B and a variable display of decorative symbols.

  Thus, when the read value has not reached the upper limit value in step S206 (step S206; No), 1 is added to the reserved storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, 1 is added to the first reserved memory number count value, and when the starting port buffer value is “2”, 1 is added to the second reserved memory number count value. Then, the CPU 103 adds 1 to the total pending storage number count value that is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter that indicates the total pending storage number that is the total value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number ( Step S208).

  Subsequent to the processing of step S208, the CPU 103, among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random counter, the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the variation pattern Numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for type determination is extracted (step S209). Numerical value data indicating each random value extracted in this way is set as reserved data at the head of the empty entry in the special figure reservation storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value, whereby each random number value is stored (step S210). . For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 is set in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A, while when the start port buffer value is “2”, Numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 are set in the second special figure storage unit 151B.

  After the random value is stored in step S210, a winning specific pattern determination process is executed (step S211). Subsequently, for example, by storing the storage address of the reserved storage number notification command table in the ROM 101 in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer, the reserved storage number notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Is set (step S212). The reserved memory number notification command set in this way is performed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. Is transmitted.

  When the read value has reached the upper limit value in step S206 (step S206; Yes), after executing the process of step S212, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2”. Determination is made (step S213). At this time, if the start port buffer value is “1” (step S213; Yes), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (step S214), and then shown in FIG. The process proceeds to step S203. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2” (step S213; No), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (step S215), and then the start winning prize is obtained. The determination process ends.

  22 and 23 are flowcharts showing an example of the winning specific pattern determination process executed in step S211 of FIG. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, the special symbol display result is displayed as “big hit” or “small hit” in special symbol normal processing (step S110 in FIG. 20, FIG. 25) described later. "Or whether or not the jackpot type is determined, and in the variation pattern setting process (step S111 in FIG. 20, FIG. 26) described later, the variation pattern type and the variation pattern are determined. . On the other hand, separately from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes the winning specific pattern determination process in step S211 at the timing at which the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). Thus, it is specified in advance whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit”, and whether or not the decorative pattern variation pattern is a variation pattern with at least super reach. Thus, it is predicted that the reach effect of the super reach will be executed before the variable display of the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started, and based on this prediction result, On the control board 12 side, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the continuous effect.

  In the winning specific pattern determination process shown in FIGS. 22 and 23, the CPU 103 first determines whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S350A in FIG. 22). Here, if the start port buffer value is “1” in step S364 (step S350A; “1”), the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction control in the probability variation state or the time reduction state is being executed is set. It is determined whether or not (step S350B). The time reduction flag is set to the on state when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the probability change state or the time reduction state, and is cleared to the off state when the probability change state or the time reduction state ends. More specifically, after the hour / hour flag is set to ON in the process of ending the big hit gaming state, the hour / hour count count value has reached “0”, or the special figure display result is “big hit”. Corresponding to the end of the figure game, the time reduction flag is cleared and the game is turned off.

  If the hourly flag is OFF in step S350B (step S350B; No), it is determined whether or not a big hit flag indicating that the big hit gaming state is set is set (step S350C). The big hit flag is set to the on state when the big hit gaming state is controlled, and is cleared to the off state when the big hit gaming state ends. Here, if the big hit flag is off (step S350C; No), or if it is determined in step S350A that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S350A; “2”), A special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S209 of FIG. 21 is specified (step S351). For example, in the process of step S351, the special figure display result determination table 130 shown in FIG. 8 is selected and set in the use table. Here, when setting to the use table, for example, the storage address (head address) of the table data in the ROM 101 may be set to a table pointer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. Subsequently, by referring to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in the use table, the special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 extracted in step S209 is specified. More specifically, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 is compared with the determined value stored in the special figure display result determination table 130, and the special figure display to which the determined value matching the random value MR1 is assigned. Specify whether the result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. Here, regardless of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is specified by referring to the table data corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the normal state or the short time state in the special figure display result determination table 130. That's fine.

  Then, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result specified in step S351 is “lost” (step S352). At this time, if the identified special figure display result is “losing” (step S352; Yes), the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S209 in FIG. 21 is the non-reach variation pattern common range. It is determined whether it is within the range (step S353).

  Here, in the setting examples of the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C shown in FIG. 10C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. Regardless of the number of memories, if the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “1” to “99”, at least a variation pattern type including a variation pattern (non-reach variation pattern) with no reach effect. It will be determined as one of CA1-1 to CA1-3. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIG. 24, if the random value MR3 is in the range of “1” to “99”, it is determined that it is within the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range. In step S353, this non-reach fluctuation pattern common It may be determined whether or not it is within the range.

  When it is determined in step S353 that it is within the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range (step S353; Yes), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S354). If the start port buffer value is “1” (step S354; “1”), the first start port winning designation command is used to notify that the first reach winning pattern is within the non-reach variation pattern common range. After setting for transmitting the 1st prize determination result notification command B100H (see FIG. 5C) from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S355), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. To do.

  When it is determined in step S354 that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S354; “2”), the second notification that the non-reach variation pattern is within the common range at the time of the second start winning is made. After setting for transmitting the fifth prize determination result notification command B200H (see FIG. 5C), which is a start opening prize designation command, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S356), The specific pattern determination process at the time of winning is completed.

  When it is determined in step S353 that it is not within the non-reach variation pattern common range (step S353; No), the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S209 in FIG. 21 is common to the super reach variation pattern. It is determined whether it is within the range (step S357).

  Here, in the setting examples of the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C shown in FIG. 10C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. Regardless of the number of memories, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “251”, at least super reach (super reach α or super reach) regardless of the gaming state or the total number of reserved memories. The variation pattern type CA2-4 including a variation pattern (super reach variation pattern) with reach β) is determined. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIG. 24, if the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “251”, it is determined that the random number value MR3 is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern. It may be determined whether or not it is within the range.

  When it is determined in step S357 that it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern (step S357; Yes), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S358). If the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S358; “1”), the second starting port winning designation command is used to notify that it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern at the time of the first starting winning. After setting for transmitting the 1st prize determination result notification command B101H (see FIG. 5C) from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S359), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. To do. If it is determined in step S358 that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S358; “2”), the second notification that the super-reach variation pattern is within the common range at the time of the second starting winning is made. After setting for transmitting a sixth winning determination result notification command B201H (see FIG. 5C), which is a start opening winning designation command, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S360), The specific pattern determination process at the time of winning is completed.

  When it is determined in step S357 that it is not within the common range of the super reach variation pattern (step S357; No), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S361). If the start port buffer value is “1” (step S361; “1”), the first start notification is made that it is not within the non-reach variation pattern common range or the super reach variation pattern common range at the first start winning. After setting for transmitting a fourth prize determination result notification command B103H (see FIG. 5C), which is a start opening prize designation command, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S362), The specific pattern determination process at the time of winning is completed. If it is determined in step S350A that the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S350A; “1”), and the time-short flag or big hit flag is on (step S350B or S350C; Yes), The process of specifying the special figure display result and the process of determining whether or not the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the non-reach variation pattern common range (steps S351 to S353) are skipped, and the process proceeds to step S361. The process proceeds to a setting for transmitting the fourth winning determination result notification command B103H from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Thus, in this embodiment, the determination for the first start winning is not performed during execution of the time reduction control (during high base) or during the big hit gaming state.

  If it is determined in step S361 that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S361; “2”), even within the non-reach variation pattern common range at the time of the second start winning, it is within the super reach variation pattern common range. However, a setting for transmitting an eighth winning determination result notification command B203H (see FIG. 5C), which is a second start opening winning designation command for notifying that, is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. After performing (step S363), the winning specific pattern determining process is terminated.

  Even when it is determined in step S352 that the special figure display result is not “lost” (step S352; No), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (FIG. 23 step S364). Here, if the starting port buffer value is “1” in step S364 (step S364; “1”), the variable display result at the first start winning is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit”. A setting for transmitting a third prize determination result notification command B102H (see FIG. 5C), which is a first start opening prize designation command for notifying this, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed. From (Step S365), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. If it is determined in step S364 that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S364; “2”), the variable display result at the second start winning is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit”. Is a setting for transmitting the seventh winning determination result notification command B202H (see FIG. 5C), which is a second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the main board 11 is transmitted to the effect control board 12. (Step S366), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated.

  By executing the specific pattern determination process at the time of winning, when a game ball that has passed through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening is detected, the game state or special figure game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is suspended. Regardless of the total number of stored storage as the number of memory, at least whether or not the variable display result will be a “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit”, at least whether it will be a fluctuation pattern without a reach effect, It is determined whether or not at least a super reach variation pattern with super reach is obtained, and a first start port winning designation command and a second starting port winning designation command that differ depending on the identification result are sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Can be transmitted.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. 20, the CPU 103 performs each of the following steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. Execute the process.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are based on the presence / absence of reserved data stored in the first special symbol reservation storage unit 151A and the second special diagram reservation storage unit 151B. It is determined whether or not to start the special game using the display device 4B. In the special symbol normal process, whether or not the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” or “small hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. It is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) Either a small hit symbol or a lost symbol) is set.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types based on the result of determining whether the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Corresponding to the determination result of the pattern type, a process of determining the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types is included.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for setting the special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure For example, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed, the special diagram variation timer value, which is the stored value in the special diagram variation timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, is subtracted or incremented by one. Regardless of whether the game is a special game using the first special graphic by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special game using the second special graphic by the second special symbol display device 4B, a common timer is used. The elapsed time is measured. It is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached a special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. As described above, the special symbol variation process in step S112 is performed by the first special symbol display device 4A using the first special symbol in the special symbol game or the second special symbol display device 4B. It suffices if it is a process for controlling the variation of the special symbol in the special figure game using the game by a common processing routine. When the elapsed time since the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In the special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B stops the change of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol which is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed. A process for setting is included. Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag or the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is on. When the big hit flag is on, the special process flag value is set to “ Update to 4 ". When the small hit flag is on, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”. Further, when both the big hit flag and the small hit flag are OFF, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The pre-opening process for the special winning opening in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This pre-opening process for the big winning opening is a process for starting the execution of the round in the big winning gaming state and setting the opening for the big winning opening based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” Etc. are included. At this time, for example, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened may be set according to whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As an example, when the big hit type is controlled to 15 rounds big hit state corresponding to “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the upper limit of the period in which the big winning opening is opened is set to “29 seconds”. In addition to the setting, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening, which is the number of round games executed, is set to “15 times”. On the other hand, when the big hit type is controlled to be “surprise” and is controlled to the two round big hit state, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”. At the same time, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening, which is the number of round games executed, is set to “2”.

  The special winning opening releasing process in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. This processing during opening of the big winning opening is based on processing for measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is in the open state, the elapsed time measured, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. Processing for determining whether or not it is time to return the winning opening from the open state to the closed state is included. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, a process for stopping the supply of the solenoid driving signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door may be executed.

  The post-opening processing for the special winning opening in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. The post-opening process for the big prize opening includes a process for determining whether or not the number of executions of the round in which the big prize opening is in an open state has reached the maximum number of open big prize openings, This includes a process for making a setting for transmitting an end designation command when hit.

  The big hit end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the jackpot end process, a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed by an effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. Processing that waits until time elapses and processing that performs various settings for controlling to a probable change state and a short time state corresponding to the jackpot type are included.

  The small hit pre-release process in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This pre-opening process for small hits is a setting for starting the execution of variable winning action in the small hit game state and opening the big winning opening based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”, etc. The processing to perform is included. At this time, for example, in response to the variable display result being “small hit”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”, and the big winning opening in the variable winning operation is set. The number of times of opening may be set to “twice”.

  The small hit releasing process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In the small hit opening process, the process for measuring the elapsed time since the big prize opening is in the open state, and the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time, etc. The process etc. which determine whether or not were included are included. When returning the big prize opening to the closed state, a process for stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door may be executed.

  The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. In this small hit end process, there is a waiting time corresponding to a period during which the presentation operation for informing the end of the small hit gaming state is executed by the presentation device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. Processing that waits until the time has passed is included. Here, when the small hit gaming state is finished, the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued without changing the state of the probability change flag and the short time flag.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol normal process executed in step S110 of FIG. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 25, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the total reserved memory count value stored in the game control counter setting unit 154 is “0”, that is, the first reserved memory count. It is determined whether or not the total reserved memory number that is the total value of the second reserved memory numbers is “0” (step S231). At this time, if the total pending storage count value is other than “0” (step S231; No), the total pending storage count is updated by 1 by subtracting 1 from the total pending storage count count, for example. (Step S232).

  Following the processing of step S232, for example, whether or not the second reserved memory number count value stored in the game control counter setting unit 154 is “0”, that is, the second reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not (step S233). When it is determined in step S233 that the second reserved memory number count value is “0” (step S233; Yes), a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is executed. In response to the establishment of the first start condition to be started, the variable special figure designation buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is set to “1” (step S234). On the other hand, when it is determined in step S233 that the second reserved memory number count value is other than “0” (step S233; No), the special symbol using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B is used. In response to the establishment of the second start condition for starting the figure game, the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “2” (step S235).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S235, the hold data is read from the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the variable special figure designation buffer value (step S236). For example, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the special figure display result determination result is used as the hold data stored in association with the hold number “1” in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A. The numerical data indicating the random number MR1, the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are respectively read out. On the other hand, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the special figure display is performed as the hold data stored in association with the hold number “1” in the second special figure hold storage unit 151B. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the result, numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are read out. The numerical data indicating each of the random number values MR1 to MR3 read out in this way is temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, for example, by storing it in a special figure changing random value buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155. It only has to be done.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, the reserved memory number count value corresponding to the variable special figure designation buffer value is decremented by 1, and the special figure reservation storage unit corresponding to the variable special figure designation buffer value is used from the holding number “1”. The storage contents of the hold data stored in the lower entries (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) are shifted up by one entry (step S237). For example, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1 and the storage contents of the reserved data in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A are stored one entry at a time. Shift to the top. On the other hand, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the second reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1, and the storage content of the reserved data in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B is Shift one entry up.

  Following the processing of step S237, a special figure display is used as a use table for determining whether the special figure display result, which is a variable symbol display result, is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. The result determination table 130 is selected and set (step S238). The CPU 103 refers to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in this way, so that the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read in step S237 is “big hit” or “small Whether to display the special figure display result as "big hit", "small hit", or "lose" depending on which of the decision values assigned to each special figure display result of "Bon" or "Lose" Is determined (step S239). Then, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result determined in step S239 is “big hit” (step S240).

  If it is determined in step S240 that the game is a “hit” (step S240; Yes), the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S241). At this time, the big hit type determination table 131 is selected and set as a use table for determining the big hit type as one of a plurality of types (step S242). By referring to the big hit type determination table 131 set in this way, based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type read in step S236, such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change” in advance. A plurality of jackpot types prepared are determined (step S243). If the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “2” in the process of step S235, the decision value is not assigned to the big hit type of “surprise” in the big hit type decision table 131. The jackpot type is not determined to be “accurate”. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, the determined jackpot type is stored, for example, by updating the jackpot type buffer value that is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 ( Step S244). As an example, if the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the big hit type buffer value may be “0”, “probable change” may be “1”, and “surprise” may be “2”.

  When it is determined in step S240 that it is not “big hit” (step S240; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S245). When it is determined that the game is “small hit” (step S245; Yes), the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S246).

  If it is determined in step S245 that it is not “small hit” (step S245; No), or after performing any of the processes in steps S244 and S246, is it controlled to the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state? A determined special symbol is set in accordance with the result of the prior determination as to whether or not, and further according to the determination result of the jackpot type in the case of the jackpot game state (step S247). As an example, when it is determined in step S245 that the special figure display result is not “small hit”, the figure is a lost pattern corresponding to the pre-determined result indicating that the special figure display result is “lost”. The special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is set as the confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S245 that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the small figure corresponding to the pre-determined result indicating that the special figure display result is “small hit”. The special symbol indicating the number “2” as the winning symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. If it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the big hit symbols “1”, “3”, “7” are determined according to the big hit type determination result in step S243. Any of the special symbols indicating the numbers "" is set as the confirmed special symbol. That is, according to the determination result that the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the special symbol indicating the number “3” that becomes the non-probable big hit symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. Further, according to the determination result that the jackpot type is “probability change”, the special symbol indicating the number “7” that becomes the probability change big hit symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. In accordance with the determination result that the big hit type is “accuracy”, the special symbol indicating the number of the big hit symbol “1” is set as the confirmed special symbol.

  After the confirmed special symbol is set in step S247, the special symbol process flag value is updated to “1” corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S248), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. . If the total number of reserved memories is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), a predetermined demo display setting is performed (step S249), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. In the demonstration display setting in step S250, a customer waiting demonstration designation command for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5, for example, is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In contrast, it is determined whether or not the transmission has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if not yet transmitted, the transmission setting of the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed by setting the storage address of the customer waiting demonstration designation command table in the ROM 101 in the transmission command buffer. The customer waiting demonstration designation command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the command control process in step S17 shown in FIG. 19 after the special symbol process is completed. Is done.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 of FIG. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 26, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). At this time, if the big hit flag is ON (step S261; Yes), the big hit fluctuation pattern type determination table 132A is selected and set as a use table for determining any of the plurality of fluctuation pattern types (step S261). S262). Further, for example, by reading the jackpot type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155, it is specified whether the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” (step S263). ).

  When the big hit flag is off in step S261 (step S261; No), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S264). If the small hit flag is on (step S264; Yes), the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of types of variation pattern types ( Step S265).

  When the small hit flag is OFF in step S264 (step S264; No), it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction control in the probability variation state or the time reduction state is being executed is set (step S264). S266).

  When the time reduction flag is OFF in step S266 (step S266; No), it is determined whether or not the total reserved storage number count value is “3” or more (step S267). If the total reserved storage number is less than “3” (step S267; No), the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is used as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types. Is selected and set (step S268). On the other hand, when the time reduction flag is on in step S266 (step S266; Yes), or when the total reserved storage number count value is “3” or more in step S267 (step S267; Yes), the fluctuation occurs. The loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of pattern types (step S269). Even when the time reduction flag is on in step S266, it is determined whether or not the total number of reserved storage is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, “1” or the like), and different determination tables are set according to the determination result. You may choose. For example, when the hourly flag is on, if the total reserved memory number is “0”, the process proceeds to step S268 to select and set the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, while the total reserved memory number If the value is “1” or more, the process may proceed to step S269 to select and set the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S263, S265, S268, and S269, for example, based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type stored in the special figure variation random value buffer or the like. By referring to the use table set in any one of S263, S265, S268, and S269, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S270). Here, in the process of step S270, the variation pattern type determination extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like when detecting the start winning and stored as the hold data in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A or the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B is performed. The variation pattern type is determined based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3. Therefore, it is possible to match the determination result of whether or not it is within the range of the specific pattern common range when the start winning is detected and the determination result of the variation pattern type by the process of step S270, and specify when the start winning is detected. It can be prevented that a variation pattern type different from a variation pattern type including a specific variation pattern with super reach is determined despite being determined to be within the pattern common range. Also, based on the establishment of the first start condition, the first special symbol display device 4A determines the variation pattern type of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol, or the second start Regardless of whether the variation pattern type of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the second special symbol is determined by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the condition is satisfied, a common random counter, etc. Using the numerical data indicating the common random number value MR3 used for determining the variation pattern type updated by the above, the common processing module can determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types.

  After the variation pattern type is determined in step S270, the loss variation pattern determination table 133A and the hit variation pattern determination are performed according to whether the special figure display result is “lost”, “big hit”, or “small hit”. One of the tables 133B is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of types of variation patterns (step S271). Subsequently, the variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types by referring to the variation pattern determination table set in step S271 based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern (step S272). The numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern may be extracted from the random number circuit 104, the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154, or the like when the process of step S272 is executed, or may be the first start prize. The first special figure reservation storage unit 151A and the second special figure reservation memory together with the random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted when a game ball that has entered the mouth or the second start winning opening (start winning prize) is detected. You may memorize | store as pending data in the part 151B.

  In the process of step S272, whether or not the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol is determined by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the establishment of the first start condition, Regardless of whether the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed by using the second special symbol is determined by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the establishment of the second starting condition, a common random Using the numerical data indicating the common random number MR4 that is used for determining the variation pattern updated by a counter or the like, the variation pattern can be determined as one of a plurality of types by a common processing module. In the process of step S272, regardless of the result of determination of the variation pattern type in step S270, a plurality of types of variation patterns are generated by a common processing module using numerical data indicating a common random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern. Either can be determined.

  After the change pattern is determined in step S272, a special figure change time which is a variable symbol display time corresponding to the change pattern determination result is set (step S273). Thereafter, according to the variable special symbol designation buffer value, the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start any of the above (step S274). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B.

  Subsequent to the process of step S274, settings for transmitting various commands for starting the special symbol change are performed (step S275). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a first variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the pending storage number notification command, setting data indicating a storage address (first address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155. In the designated transmission command buffer, the data is stored in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a second variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the pending storage number notification command, the setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is a buffer designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. Store in the area. When the setting in step S275 is performed, every time the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. 19 is executed after the variation pattern setting process is completed, the main board 11 applies to the effect control board 12. A gaming state designation command, a first variation start command or a second variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a pending storage number notification command are sequentially transmitted. The order in which these effect control commands are transmitted can be arbitrarily changed. For example, after the variable display result notification command is transmitted first, the first variation start command, the second variation start command, or the variation pattern designation command is transmitted. The game state designation command and the pending storage number notification command may be transmitted in this order. Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the special symbol fluctuation process (step S276), and then the fluctuation pattern setting process is terminated.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol stop process executed in step S113 of FIG. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 27, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S291). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S291; Yes), the big hit start production waiting time is set (step S292). For example, in the process of step S 292, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the jackpot start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S292, setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S293). For example, in the process of step S293, the setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the hit start designation command table prepared in advance for transmitting the hit start designation command corresponding to the big hit type buffer value is transmitted in the transmission command buffer. What is necessary is just to store in the buffer area | region designated with the pointer. Thereby, when the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. 19 is executed after the special symbol stop process is completed, the hit start designation command corresponding to the big hit type from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is executed. Is sent. After the setting in step S293, the big hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S294). In addition, a setting for ending the probability variation state and the time reduction state is performed (step S295). For example, in the process of step S295, the CPU 103 performs a process of clearing the probability variation flag and the short time flag to turn off, a process of clearing the short time counter for counting the number of remaining special game games in the short time state, and the like. Just do it. Subsequently, the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S304). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S296), and then the special symbol stop process is ended.

  If the big hit flag is off in step S291 (step S291; No), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S297). At this time, if the small hit flag is ON (step S297; Yes), a small hit start start waiting time is set (step S298). For example, in the process of step S298, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the small hitting start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer. Subsequently, as in the process of step S293, a setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 is performed (step S299). Thereafter, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S300). Further, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for small hits (step 301).

  If the small hit flag is off in step S297 (step S297; No), the special figure process flag is cleared and its value is initialized to “0” (step S302). After executing one of the processes in steps S301 and S302, it is determined whether or not to end the time-saving state (step S303), and the special symbol stop process is terminated. For example, in the process of step S303, when the time reduction flag is on, the time reduction count value which is the stored value of the time reduction counter is updated by, for example, subtracting one. Then, it is determined whether or not the updated short time count value matches a predetermined short time end determination value (for example, “0” or the like). At this time, if it coincides with the time reduction end determination value, the time reduction control in the time reduction state may be ended by clearing the time reduction flag and turning it off. On the other hand, if it does not coincide with the time reduction end determination value, the state of the time reduction flag may be maintained and the process of step S303 may be ended. It should be noted that for the probability variation state in which the time reduction flag is on and the probability variation flag is on, the time reduction control may be continuously performed until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”. Alternatively, it may be determined whether or not to end the time reduction control even in the probability variation state, and the time reduction control may be ended based on the determination result that the time reduction control ends. In this way, when the time reduction control is ended, the probability variation control may be terminated at the same time, so that the normal state may be obtained. For the probability variation control, until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”, or further It may be continued until a predetermined number of special figure games are executed.

  In the process of step S303, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for probability variation control termination determination is extracted from a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, and probability variation control termination determination stored in the ROM 101 or the like in advance is performed. It may be determined whether or not the probability variation control is ended by referring to the table or when the number of executions of the special figure game during the probability variation control reaches a predetermined probability variation end determination value. On the other hand, in the process of step S303, the process for ending the probability variation control may not be executed, and the probability variation control may be continued until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”. Alternatively, the process for determining whether or not the probability variation control is to be terminated based on the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the probability variation control end is, for example, in step S231 illustrated in FIG. May be executed before determining (predetermined) the special figure display result in step S240.

  FIG. 28A is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit end process executed in step S117 of FIG. In the jackpot end process shown in FIG. 28 (A), the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the jackpot end presentation waiting time has elapsed (step S311). As an example, in the post-opening process for the big prize opening in step S116 shown in FIG. 20, when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7”, the timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the effect waiting time at the end of the big hit A value is set in the game control process timer. In this case, in the process of step S311, for example, the game control process timer value is updated by subtracting 1 and the updated game control process timer value matches a predetermined waiting time elapsed determination value (for example, “0”, etc.). Whether or not the big hit end production waiting time has elapsed may be determined according to whether or not the game has been done. If the big hit end presentation waiting time has not elapsed in step S311 (step S311; No), the big hit end processing is ended as it is.

  On the other hand, when the big hit end stage waiting time has elapsed in step S311 (step S311; Yes), the big hit type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is read (step S312). Then, the setting for starting control of the gaming state according to the read value in step S312 is performed (step S313). FIG. 28B shows a setting example in step S313. As shown in FIG. 28 (B), when the big hit type buffer read value is “0”, the setting for starting the control for changing the gaming state to the time-saving state is performed. At this time, for example, the CPU 103 sets the time reduction flag to the ON state, and sets a predetermined count initial value (for example, “100”) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special figure game that can be executed in the time reduction state. Set to the counter. When the big hit type buffer read value is “1” or “2”, a setting for starting control for changing the gaming state to the probable change state is performed. At this time, for example, the CPU 103 sets both the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag to the on state.

  After the setting in step S313, the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is cleared to the off state (step S315), the special figure process flag is cleared, and the value is initialized to “0”. (Step S314), the big hit end processing is ended.

  Next, the operation in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the supply of power supply voltage is received from the power supply board 16 or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and executes the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 29 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S401), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and displays the effect control board 12. Performs register settings for the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). Thereafter, the effect random number update process is executed (step S402), and among the effect random numbers used for effect control, numerical data indicating a random number value counted by a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is displayed as software. Update with Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S403). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interruption due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal occurs, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state is used, the interrupt is interrupted. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the effect control buffer setting unit 194, for example. As an example, when the production control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte (MODE) and the second byte (EXT) are sequentially received and stored in the production control command reception buffer. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is off in step S403 (step S403; No), the process returns to step S402. On the other hand, if the timer interrupt flag is on in step S403 (step S403; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S404), and command analysis processing is executed (step S405). . In the command analysis process executed in step S405, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the reading is performed. Settings and control corresponding to the issued effect control command are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process in step S405, the effect control process process is executed (step S406), and the process returns to step S402. In the effect control process in step S406, for example, an effect image display operation on the display screen of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and an effect object Regarding the control content of the rendering operation using various rendering devices, such as the driving operation of the movable member provided, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed.

  In the command analysis process in step S405, for example, a start winning command process as shown in FIG. 30 may be executed. In the start winning command processing, when the first start opening winning designation command and the second starting opening winning designation command transmitted from the main board 11 are received, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is accompanied by a reach effect. It is determined whether or not it is within a common range determined for a non-reach variation pattern and whether or not it is within a common range determined for a super reach variation pattern with super reach. In the start winning command process shown in FIG. 30, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S501). The received effect control command is stored in the effect control command reception buffer, and the effect control CPU 120 reads the command stored in the effect control command reception buffer and confirms the contents, thereby receiving the received effect control command. A control command can be specified.

  When it is determined in step S501 that the first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S501; Yes), “ The “first” hold data is stored (step S502). As shown in FIG. 31A, the production control hold storage unit 195 is associated with a hold number that is the order in which the hold data is digested, and corresponds to any start port (“first” or “second”). The data indicating whether the hold data is to be stored, and the continuous effect pattern when executing the continuous effect on the hold data are stored.

Subsequently, for example, by reading the EXT data in the first start opening winning designation command, the first starting opening winning designation command indicates that the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the non-reach variation pattern common range. It is determined whether or not it is a first winning determination result notification command to notify (step S503). At this time, if it is the first winning determination result notification command (step S503; Yes),
For example, “0” is set to the value of the continuous production start condition establishment buffer (continuous production start condition establishment buffer value) provided in the production control buffer setting unit 194 (step S504).

  When it is determined in step S503 that the first start opening winning designation command is not the first winning determination result notification command (step S503; No), the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is common to the super variation pattern. It is determined whether or not it is a second winning determination result notification command for notifying that it is within the range (step S505).

  If it is determined in step S505 that it is the second winning determination result notification command (step S505; Yes), “1” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S506).

  When it is determined in step S505 that it is not the second winning determination result notification command (step S505; No), the random display value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small”. It is determined whether or not it is a third winning determination result notification command for notifying that it matches a determined value such as “win”, which is “win” (step S507).

  If it is determined in step S507 that it is the third winning determination result notification command (step S507; Yes), “2” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S508).

  After executing the process of step S504, S506, or S508, a continuous effect start setting process for determining whether or not to execute a continuous effect is executed (step S509).

  If it is determined in step S507 that it is not the third winning determination result notification command (step S507; No), that is, if it is the fourth winning determination result notification command, the process of step S509 is executed. Instead, the process proceeds to step S510 described later. Thus, when the fourth winning determination result notification command is received, the continuous effect is not executed.

  If it is determined in step S501 that the first start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S501; No), it is determined whether or not the second starting opening winning designation command has been received (step S511). At this time, if the second start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S511; No), the start winning command processing is terminated.

  When it is determined in step S511 that the second start opening winning designation command has been received (step S511; Yes), the second hold number excluding “second” among the entries in the effect control hold storage unit 195 is set to “second”. ”Is inserted (step S512). In this embodiment, the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed with priority over the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A. Accordingly, the “second” pending data is digested before the “first” pending data. Therefore, in the process of step S511, if there is no “second” hold data in the effect control hold storage unit 195, the “second” hold data is stored in the hold number 1. When there is “second” hold data in the production control hold storage unit 195, the “second” hold data is stored in the next hold number of the hold data. When the “second” hold data is stored, if there is “first” hold data, the hold data is moved up to an entry to which the hold number is added one by one.

Subsequently, for example, by reading the EXT data in the second start opening prize designation command, the second start opening prize designation command indicates that the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the non-reach variation pattern common range. It is determined whether or not it is a fifth winning determination result notification command to notify (step S513). At this time, if it is the fifth winning determination result notification command (step S513; Yes),
For example, “3” is set to the value of the continuous production start condition establishment buffer (continuous production start condition establishment buffer value) provided in the production control buffer setting unit 194 (step S514).

  If it is determined in step S513 that the second start opening winning designation command is not the fifth winning determination result notification command (step S513; No), the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is common to the super variation pattern. It is determined whether or not it is a sixth winning determination result notification command for notifying that it is within the range (step S515).

  If it is determined in step S515 that it is the sixth winning determination result notification command (step S515; Yes), “4” is set as the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S516).

  If it is determined in step S515 that it is not the sixth winning determination result notification command (step S515; No), the random display value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small”. It is determined whether or not it is a seventh winning determination result notification command for notifying that the value matches a determined value such as “win” (step S517).

  If it is determined in step S517 that it is the seventh winning determination result notification command (step S517; Yes), “5” is set as the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S518).

  After executing the process of step S514, S516, or S518, a continuous effect start setting process for determining whether or not to execute a continuous effect is executed (step S519).

  If it is determined in step S517 that it is not the seventh winning determination result notification command (step S517; No), that is, if it is the eighth winning determination result notification command, the process of step S519 is executed. Instead, the process proceeds to step S510 described later. Thus, when the eighth winning determination result notification command is received, the continuous effect is not executed.

  Here, the continuous effect start setting process executed in steps S509 and S519 will be described. 32 and 33 are flowcharts showing an example of the continuous effect start setting process executed in steps S509 and S519 of FIG. In the continuous production start setting process shown in FIGS. 32 and 33, the production control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first continuous production flag provided in the production control flag setting unit 191 is turned on ( Step S701 in FIG. The first continuous effect flag is shown in FIG. 33 when the continuous effect is executed based on the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value being “0”, “1”, or “2”. When it is set to the on state by the process of step S719 or the like and the execution of the continuous effect ends, it is cleared and turned off by the process of step S559 shown in FIG. 35, for example.

  When the first continuous effect flag is off in step S701 (step S701; No), it is determined whether or not the second continuous effect flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is turned on ( Step S702). Note that the second continuous effect flag is shown, for example, in FIG. 33 when the continuous effect is executed based on the fact that the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “3”, “4”, or “5”. When it is set to the on state by the process of step S720 or the like and the execution of the continuous effect ends, it is cleared and turned off by the process of step S559 shown in FIG. 35, for example.

  When the second continuous rendering flag is OFF in step S702 (step S702; No), it is determined whether or not the total number of reserved memories is 3 or more (step S703). In the process of step S703, it is determined in the production control hold storage unit 195 whether or not the total hold storage number is 3 or more by checking whether hold data is stored in the entry of the hold number 3 or the like. do it.

  When the first continuous effect flag is on in step S701 (step S701; Yes), when the second continuous effect flag is on in step S702 (step S702; Yes), or in step S703 When the total number of reserved memories is less than 3 (step S703; No), it is determined that the continuous effect is not executed (step S704). That is, in this embodiment, when a continuous effect is being executed, the continuous effect is not executed repeatedly. When the total number of reserved memories is less than 3, since the continuous effect is executed in the start winning memory display area 5H, the continuous effect is not executed because the period for executing the continuous effect is short. Even at these times, the process may proceed to step S705 so that a continuous effect can be executed.

  When the total number of reserved memories is 3 or more in step S703 (step S703; Yes), the continuous effect determination table 160 or 161 is used as a use table for determining whether or not to execute the continuous effect and the continuous effect pattern. Is selected and set (step S705). If the total reserved memory number is 4 or more, the continuous effect determination table 160 is selected. If the total reserved memory number is 3, the continuous effect determination table 161 is selected.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S705, for example, numerical data indicating the random number SR1 for determining the continuous effect is extracted from the random number circuit 124 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193 (step S706). Then, based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR1 extracted in step S706, by referring to the continuous effect determination table 160 or 161 set in step S705, whether or not to execute the continuous effect, and the continuous effect pattern Is determined (step S707).

  When it is determined in step S707 that the continuous effect is to be executed, the continuous effect pattern is stored in the corresponding entry in the effect control hold storage unit 195 (step S708).

  Subsequently, in step S707, it is determined whether or not a decision to execute the continuous effect has been made (step S709). When it is determined in step S709 that the continuous effect is not executed (step S709; No), the continuous effect start setting process is ended.

  When it is determined in step S709 that the continuous effect is to be executed (step S709; Yes), it is determined whether or not the continuous effect pattern determined in step S707 is RP1 or RP2 (step S710).

  If the continuous effect pattern is RP1 or RP2 (step S710; Yes), the continuous effect stop determination table 162 is set (step S711). Subsequent to the processing of step S711, numerical data indicating the random number SR2 for determining the continuous effect cancellation is extracted from, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193 (step S712). Then, based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR2 extracted in step S712, by referring to the continuous effect cancellation determination table 162 set in step S711, whether or not to cancel the intermediate effect after starting the continuous effect. Is determined (step S713).

  If it is determined in step S713 that the continuous effect is started and then canceled halfway (step S714; Yes), the continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 is set (step S715). Subsequent to the processing in step S715, numerical data indicating the random value SR3 for determining the continuous effect stop timing is extracted from the random number circuit 124 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193, for example (step S716). Then, based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR3 extracted in step S716, by referring to the continuous effect stop timing determination table 163 set in step S715, the timing to stop after starting the continuous effect is determined. The detailed continuous production pattern corresponding to the determined content is stored in the production control hold storage unit 195 (step S717).

  If the continuous effect pattern is not RP1 or RP2 in step S710 (step S710; No), if it is determined not to stop the continuous effect in step S713 (step S714; No), or after the process of step S717 Then, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or less (step S718 in FIG. 33). At this time, if the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is equal to or less than “2” (step S718; Yes), the first continuous effect in-progress flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is set to the on state (step S719). ). Thereafter, the continuous effect start setting process ends.

  If it is determined in step S718 that the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is larger than “2” (step S718; No), the second continuous effect flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is turned on. The state is set (step S720). Thereafter, the continuous effect start setting process ends.

  In this embodiment, when the variable display result determined at the time of winning is “big hit” and “small hit”, the main board 11 notifies that it is “winning”. The time determination result notification command and the seventh winning time determination result notification command are transmitted, and “2” or “5” is set in the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value, and it is “big hit” or “small win”. Regardless of whether or not the continuous production is executed, whether or not to perform the continuous production, the continuous production pattern, whether or not to stop the continuous production, and the timing to stop the continuous production are determined. The present invention is not limited to this, and a winning determination result notification command for notifying that it is a “big hit” and a command for notifying a winning determination result that it is “small win” are transmitted from the main board 11 and continuous production is started. A different value is set as the condition satisfaction buffer value depending on which command is used, and whether or not the continuous performance is executed at different ratios depending on whether it is “big hit” or “small hit” Whether to stop the pattern or the continuous effect, or the timing to stop the continuous effect may be determined.

  After the continuous production start setting process as described above is completed, the process returns to FIG. 30 and the on-hold storage display corresponding to the storage content of the production control unit is performed in the start winning memory display area 5H (step S510). For example, one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H is changed to white display. Moreover, when the continuous production pattern is stored in the hold data of the production control hold storage unit 195, the continuous production pattern and the hold number are compared with, for example, the continuous production execution table 196 shown in FIG. Display in the corresponding display color.

  In addition, when the second start opening prize designation command is received while the continuous presentation (first continuous presentation) corresponding to the reception of the first start opening prize designation command is being executed, the production control hold storage is performed. Since the hold data corresponding to the first start port is shifted one by one in the unit 195, the display portion that is displayed in red, for example, in the start winning storage display area 5H is returned to white and the right Control is performed to change the adjacent display region to red. That is, control for shifting the red display to the right in the start winning memory display area 5H is performed. After such a process of step S510, the start winning command process is terminated.

  The second start opening prize designation command is received when the first continuous effect is being executed, and the hold data corresponding to the first start opening is shifted in the effect control hold storage unit 195. If the hold number is a continuous effect pattern that returns the display color to white, it may be returned to white display or red as it is. For example, when the hold data of the continuous production pattern RP2 is stored in the hold number 3, the second start opening winning designation command is received, and the hold number of the hold data of the continuous production pattern RP2 becomes 4. In this case, the continuous effect pattern RP2 is set to white display in the hold number 4, but may be returned to white display or may be displayed in red as it is.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect control process executed in step S406 of FIG. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 34, the effect control CPU 120 performs one of the following processes in steps S160 to S166, for example, according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191. Select and execute.

  The decorative symbol variation start waiting process in step S160 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. In the decorative symbol variation start waiting process, the image display device 5 depends on whether one of the first variation start command and the second variation start command is received as the variation start command transmitted from the main board 11. Includes a process for determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. . At this time, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1” in response to the determination to start variable display.

  The decorative symbol variation setting process in step S161 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In this decorative symbol variation setting process, the start of the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or the start of the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform various production operations including variable display of decorative symbols, the final decorative symbol, temporary stop symbol, warning pattern, etc., depending on the variation pattern and variable display result, etc. The process to determine is included. In addition, in the decorative symbol variation setting process, there is a variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the processing of updating the effect image in the continuous effect and the special symbol game using the second special symbol in which the variable display result is “losing”. A process for performing a setting for interrupting the continuous effect based on the start, and a variable display of decorative symbols corresponding to the special game using the first special figure during the interruption of the continuous effect. Decorative design corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in which the process for performing the setting for resuming the continuous production based on the game, and the variable display result is “hit” such as “big hit” or “small hit” In addition, a process for making a setting for ending the continuous production based on the start of the variable display is included. In the decorative symbol variation setting process, various effect control patterns such as a symbol variation control pattern and a notice effect control pattern are set based on these determination results. After such determination and setting are performed, the value of the production process flag is updated to “2”.

  The decorative symbol variation process in step S162 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the decorative symbol variation processing, various types of symbol variation control patterns, warning effect control patterns, and the like corresponding to the value of the effect control process timer (effect control process timer value) provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 are used. Processing for reading out the control data and performing various effects control during variable display of the decorative design is included. After performing such effect control, for example, when an end code indicating the end of variable display of decorative symbols is read from the symbol variation control pattern, or when a decorative symbol stop command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. Correspondingly, the finalized decorative symbol as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is displayed in a completely stopped manner. When the final decorative design is displayed in response to the end code being read from the design variation control pattern, the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command has elapsed. In addition, even if the production control command from the main board 11 is not used, it is possible to determine and display the variable display result by autonomously deriving and displaying the determined decorative pattern on the production control board 12 side. When the finalized decorative symbol is displayed as a complete stop, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The decorative symbol variation end process in step S163 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. This decoration symbol variation end process includes a process of determining whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. At this time, if it is determined that the hit start designation command has been received, when the special figure display result specified from the hit start designation command is “big hit”, the value of the effect process flag is set to “4”. On the other hand, when the special figure display result is “small hit”, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”. Further, when a predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the hit start designation command, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” in response to the variable display result being “lost”.

  The big hit control effect process in step S164 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In the big hit control effect processing, for example, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the variable display result being “big hit” or the like is set, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Display the sound, sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and game effect is output by outputting the command (electric signal) to the lamp control board 14 Processing for controlling various performance operations in the big hit gaming state such as lighting / extinguishing / flashing the lamp 9 and the decoration LED is included. Then, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” in response to receiving a hit end designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

  The effect process during small hit control in step S165 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this small hitting control effect process, for example, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the fact that the variable display result is “small hit” or the like is set, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the image display device 5. By displaying on the display screen, outputting sound and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound output board 13, and outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 Processing for controlling various effect operations in the small hit gaming state, such as turning on / off / flashing the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, is included. Then, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” in response to receiving a hit end designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

  The ending effect process in step S166 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this ending effect process, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is set, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. The sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 is output by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14. And a process for controlling various effect operations corresponding to the end of the big hit game state and the small hit game state, such as turning on / off / flashing the decoration LED. Then, the value of the production process flag is updated to “0” in response to the completion of the production operation.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation setting process executed in step S161 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation setting process shown in FIG. 35, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a final stop symbol determination process (step S552). FIG. 36 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the final stop symbol determination process executed in step S552. In the final stop symbol determination process shown in FIG. 36, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the EXT data in the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, for example, and the special figure display result is “lost”. It is determined whether or not (step S751). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “lost” (step S751; Yes), it is designated by reading the EXT data in the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. It is determined whether or not the variation pattern is a non-reach variation pattern corresponding to a case where the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” (step S752).

  If it is determined in step S752 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (step S752; Yes), after determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination (step S753), The final stop symbol determination process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S753, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the left determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. Further, by referring to a predetermined left determined symbol determination table, the left determined symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the determined decorative symbols. Next, a predetermined right determined symbol determination table preliminarily stored in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted by extracting numerical data indicating random values for determining the right determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. , Etc., the right confirmed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the confirmed decorative symbols. At this time, the symbol number of the right determined decorative symbol may be determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol by setting in the right determined symbol determining table or the like. Subsequently, numerical data indicating a random number for determining a medium fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined medium fixed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. , Etc., the middle fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the fixed decorative symbols.

  If it is determined in step S752 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S752; No), a final decorative symbol combination that is a final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined (step S754), and the final The stop symbol determination process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S754, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a left / right determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to the predetermined left / right determined symbol determination table, the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 among the determined decorative symbols are stopped and displayed together. The decorative symbol with the same symbol number is determined. Further, numerical data indicating a random number for determining a medium fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined medium fixed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted. By referring to this, among the determined decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, for example, when the confirmed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, such as when the symbol number of the middle confirmed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol, an arbitrary value (For example, “1”) may be added to or subtracted from the symbol number of the medium-decorated decorative symbol so that the finalized decorative symbol is not the jackpot combination but the reach combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-decorated decorative symbol, a difference (design difference) between the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-decorated decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. .

  When it is determined in step S751 that the special figure display result is not “lost” (step S751; No), the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or the special figure display It is determined whether the result is “small hit” or other cases (step S755). At this time, if it is determined that the big hit type is “surprise” or the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S755; Yes), the big hit type such as one of the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 is “ After determining the combination of the determined decorative symbols that will be the variable display result of the decorative symbol corresponding to the case of “Accuracy” or the special symbol display result of “Small hit” (step S756), the final stop symbol determining process is terminated. . As an example, corresponding to the case where any one of the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 is designated by the variation pattern designation command, the final stop symbols constituting any of the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 and The combination of the determined decorative design is determined. In this case, a predetermined chance index determination table preliminarily stored in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted by extracting numerical data indicating random numbers for chance index determination updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. It is sufficient to determine a combination of definite decorative symbols constituting any one of the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 by referring to the above. Further, when any one of the fluctuation pattern PC1-4 and the fluctuation pattern PC1-5 is designated by the fluctuation pattern designation command, for example, by executing the same processing as in step S754, the final stop symbols constituting the reach combination are performed. What is necessary is just to determine the combination of the definite design which becomes.

  When it is determined in step S755 that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” other than “probability” (step S755; No), the final stop constituting the big hit combination After determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the symbols (step S757), the final stop symbol determining process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S757, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the big hit fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the production control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and subsequently stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. Stop by aligning with the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 by referring to the stored predetermined jackpot fixed symbol determination table. A decorative symbol having the same symbol number is determined.

  After executing the final stop symbol determination process as described above in step S552 of FIG. 35, the variable display effect setting process is executed (step S553). FIG. 37 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variable display effect setting process executed in step S514. In the variable display effect setting process shown in FIG. 37, the effect control CPU 120 first determines “slip according to the change pattern specified by reading the EXT data in the change pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. It is determined whether or not it is “with slip” that executes the variable display effect of “” (step S771).

  If it is determined in step S771 that there is “slip” (step S771; Yes), a decorative symbol that is a pre-slip temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped in the “slip” variable display effect is determined (step S772). As an example, in the process of step S772, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a pre-slip temporary stop symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. The decorative symbol that becomes the temporary stop symbol before slip may be determined by referring to a predetermined pre-slip temporary stop symbol determination table.

  When it is determined in step S771 that there is no “slip” (step S771; No), after executing the process of step S772, for example, the EXT data in the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is read. In accordance with the variation pattern specified in the above, it is determined whether or not the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect is executed (step S773). At this time, if it is determined that there is “pseudo-continuous” (step S773; Yes), the decoration that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” and constitutes one of the pseudo-continuous chance items GC1 to GC8. A symbol is determined (step S774). As an example, in the process of step S774, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a pseudo-continuous chance updated by a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to a predetermined pseudo-continuous chance determination table, etc., every time a pseudo-continuous change (re-variation) is executed, a temporary stop display is performed and a decorative pattern constituting any of the pseudo-continuous chances GC1 to GC8 is determined. do it.

  When it is determined in step S773 that it is not “there is pseudo-continuity” (step S773; No), the variable display effect setting processing is ended as it is.

  After performing the variable display effect setting process as described above in step S553 of FIG. 35, the notice effect setting process is executed (step S554). For example, in the notice effect setting process, it is determined whether or not the notice effect is to be executed, and when it is executed, which one of the plural kinds of notice effects is to be executed, such as “character notice” or “operation notice”. Is done. In addition, processing for determining a notice pattern as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance is performed in accordance with the kind of notice effect (notice effect type).

  Following the notice effect setting process in step S554, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (step S555). At this time, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared symbol variation control patterns corresponding to the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, for example, and sets it as a usage pattern. In addition, in response to the continuous production pattern or the continuous production count value determined in the continuous production start setting process of FIG. 32 and FIG. set. If the production interruption flag is on, the set of continuous production control patterns only needs to be skipped, and the continuous production control pattern set is skipped in this way, thereby reducing processing by the program. be able to. Further, in response to the notice pattern determined in the notice effect setting process in step S554, one of a plurality of prepared notice effect control patterns is selected and set as a use pattern.

  Following the processing of step S555, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 is set corresponding to the change pattern indicated in the change pattern designation command (step S556). And the setting for starting the fluctuation | variation of the decoration design in the image display apparatus 5 is performed (step S557). At this time, for example, the display control command designated by the display control data included in the symbol variation control pattern determined as the use pattern in step S555 is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the display screen 5. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the decorative symbol changing process (step S558).

  Subsequently, a start winning memory display update process is executed (step S558). In this start winning memory display update process, in response to the setting for starting the change of the decorative design in the image display device 5 in step S556, the hold data of the hold number 1 in the effect control hold storage unit 195 is deleted. At the same time, the hold data after the hold number 2 is moved one by one. Here, when the continuous production pattern is stored in association with the deleted hold data, the continuous production is finished. Therefore, if the hold data corresponds to the first start port, the first continuous production flag is turned off. If the hold data corresponds to the second start port, the second continuous effect flag is turned off. Further, if the continuous production pattern is associated with the hold data after the hold data has been moved, the continuous production pattern and the hold number are compared with the continuous production execution table 196, and the start winning storage display area The display portion of 5H is displayed in the corresponding display color. After the process of step S559, the decorative symbol variation setting process ends.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation process executed in step S162 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation process shown in FIG. 38, the effect control CPU 120 first updates the effect control process timer value (for example, 1 subtraction) (step S562), and then performs the effect control on the updated effect control process timer value. Compared with the effect control process timer determination value indicated by the pattern, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the timer determination values (step S563). And if it does not correspond to any timer determination value (step S563; No), the decorative symbol changing process is terminated.

  If the timer determination value matches with the timer determination value in step S563 (step S563; Yes), the effect control execution data (for example, display control data, voice control data, etc.) stored in the effect control pattern in association with the timer determination value. The lamp control data, a part or all of the operation detection control data) or the end code is read (step S564). Here, when the plurality of timer determination values indicated by the effect control pattern in the process of step S563 match the effect control process timer value, the plurality of stored timer determination values are associated with each other and stored. The effect control execution data may be read out in the process of step S564. In step S564, it is determined whether an end code has been read (step S565). At this time, if it is determined that it is not an end code (step S565; No), after performing the effect operation control according to the effect control execution data read in step S564 (step S566), the decorative symbol variation End the middle process.

  For example, in the rendering operation control by the process of step S566, a display control command designated by the display control data is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, and a command corresponding to the sound number data designated by the voice control data is issued. Of the transmission to the audio control board 13 and the output of the signal specified by the lamp control data to the lamp control board 14, a part or all of them may be performed sequentially or in parallel (if only one operation is performed). If done alone). In addition, in the effect operation control by the process of step S566, whether or not it is an operation effective period in which the operation action of the player or the like on the operation unit 30 is effectively detected based on the operation detection control data read out in step S564. Determine. At this time, if the operation is valid, it is determined based on the detection signal transmitted from the operation detection switch 31 whether or not the player's operation on the operation unit 30 has been detected. And when operation with respect to the operation part 30 is not detected but an operation valid period is complete | finished, presentation operation control according to operation detection control data is complete | finished. On the other hand, when an operation on the operation unit 30 is detected within the operation effective period, the operation on the operation unit 30 is performed, for example, by changing to an effect control pattern specified by the operation detection control data. It is only necessary to perform control or setting for changing the rendering operation in response to the above.

  If it is determined in step S565 that it is an end code (step S565; Yes), for example, by setting a predetermined timer initial value in the production control process timer, the hit start designation command reception waiting time is set. This is performed (step S567). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” that is a value corresponding to the process at the end of the decorative symbol variation (step S568), and then the process during the decorative symbol variation is terminated.

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation end process executed in step S163 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation end process shown in FIG. 39, the effect control CPU 120 first displays the final decorative symbol, which is the final stop symbol, as a complete stop display and displays it (step S571). If a decorative symbol stop command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, the decorative symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right” are displayed until the decorative symbol stop command is received. The temporary stop display may be performed so that, for example, the decorative pattern fluctuation display is performed at 5L, 5C, and 5R.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S571, for example, by determining whether or not a hit start designation command has been received, or by reading the EXT data of the hit start designation command when received, the special figure display result is “big hit”. It is determined whether or not (step S578). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S578; Yes), the value of the production process flag is updated to “4”, which is a value corresponding to the big hit control production processing. (Step S579), the decorative symbol variation end process is terminated.

  When it is determined in step S578 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S578; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S580). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S580; Yes), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5” which is a value corresponding to the effect process during the small hit control. (Step S581), the decorative symbol variation end processing is terminated. When it is determined in step S580 that the special figure display result is not “small hit” (step S580; No), the value of the effect process flag is initialized to “0” (step S582), and the decoration symbol variation ends. End time processing.

  Next, specific examples of various effects performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. As an example, as shown in FIG. 40 (A), decorations of “left”, “middle”, and “right” provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 when the first reserved storage number is “3”. When the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the game balls that have been won in the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first starting port switch 22A are detected, It is assumed that a third prize determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is “win” is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and the third winning determination result notification command is determined in step S507. Based on the determination (step S507; Yes), “2” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S508), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, it is assumed that the continuous effect pattern RP1 is determined as the usage pattern in the continuous effect start setting process.

  In step S510, based on the continuous performance pattern RP1 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 40 (B), one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H. Is controlled to display red. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  Thereafter, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 40C, variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of red display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to red display (step S559).

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 40D to 40F, the variable display of the decorative symbols and the display control of the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H are executed according to the number of reserved memories. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 40G, variable display corresponding to the continuous effect pattern RP1 is started. For example, when the variable display result is “big hit”, as shown in FIG. 40 (H), the decorative symbol variable display state becomes the reach state, and as shown in FIG. 40 (I), the reach mode is super. Reach production is executed. After that, the image display device 5 displays and displays the confirmed decorative symbol combination that is the final stop symbol constituting the jackpot combination, for example, as shown in FIG. To do.

  As described above, in the continuous production of the continuous production pattern RP1, when the holding number is 4, the display mode in the start winning memory display area 5H becomes the special display mode (red display), and the variable display stored and stored is digested. Each time, the special display mode moves to the left. Thereby, it can be suggested to the player that the display result of the variable display of the hold display which is the special display mode becomes “big hit”.

  As another example, as shown in FIG. 41A, the first reserved storage number is “3”, and “left”, “middle”, “right” provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 are provided. When the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a game ball that has won the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first starting switch 22A is detected. Then, it is assumed that a third winning determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is “winning” is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and the third winning determination result notification command is determined in step S507. Based on the determination (step S507; Yes), “2” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S508), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, it is assumed that the continuous effect pattern RP2 is determined as the usage pattern in the continuous effect start setting process.

  In step S510, based on the continuous performance pattern RP2 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 41B, one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning memory display area 5H. Is controlled to display white. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  Thereafter, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 41C, variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of white display in the start winning storage display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to red display (step S559).

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 41D to 41F, variable display of decorative symbols and display control of display parts in the start winning memory display area 5H are executed according to the number of reserved memories. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 41G, variable display corresponding to the continuous effect pattern RP2 is started. For example, when the variable display result is “big hit”, as shown in FIG. 41 (H), the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and as shown in FIG. 41 (I), the reach mode is super. Reach production is executed. After that, the image display device 5 derives and displays the final decorative symbol combination that is the final stop symbol constituting the jackpot combination, for example, as shown in FIG. To do.

  As described above, in the continuous production of the continuous production pattern RP2, when the holding number is 3, the display mode in the start winning memory display area 5H becomes the special display mode (red display), and the variable display stored and stored is digested. Each time, the special display mode moves to the left. Thereby, it can be suggested to the player that the display result of the variable display of the hold display which is the special display mode becomes “big hit”. 40 is more likely to be a “big hit” when the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP2 is executed than when the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP1 shown in FIG. 40 is executed ( (See FIG. 14). Thereby, the player comes to pay attention to which timing the display mode of the hold display changes to the special display mode, the effect of producing the continuous effect is improved, and the interest of the game is also improved.

  As another example, as shown in FIG. 42A, the first reserved storage number is “3”, and “left”, “middle”, “right” provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 are provided. When the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a game ball that has won a prize in the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first starting switch 22A is displayed. It is assumed that a first winning determination result notification command that is detected and is in the non-reach variation pattern common range is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and the first winning determination result notification command is determined in step S503. Based on the determination (step S503; Yes), “0” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S504), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, in the continuous effect start setting process, it is determined that the continuous effect is stopped halfway (step S713), and the continuous effect pattern RP1-1 is determined as the usage pattern.

  In step S510, based on the continuous effect pattern RP1-1 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 42B, of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H. Display control is performed so that one is displayed in red. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  Thereafter, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 42C, variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of red display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to red display (step S559).

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 42 (D) to (F), variable display of decorative symbols and display control of display parts in the start winning memory display area 5H are executed according to the number of reserved memories. Corresponding to the effect pattern being RP1-1, as shown in FIG. 42E, when the hold number is 2, control for returning the red display to the white display is executed (step S559). Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 42 (G), variable display corresponding to the continuous effect pattern RP1-1 is started. After that, the image display device 5 displays and displays the final decorative symbol combination that is the final stop symbol constituting the non-reach combination, for example, as shown in FIG. finish.

  As described above, in the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP1-1, when the hold number is 4, the display mode in the start winning memory display area 5H becomes the special display mode (red display), and the variable display stored in the hold mode is displayed. Each time it is digested, the special display mode moves to the left, but when the reservation number is 2, the effect is returned to the normal display mode (white). As shown in FIG. 15A, in the setting example of the continuous effect cancellation determination table 162, when the variable display result is “lost” (particularly when “non-reach lose”), the variable display result is “big hit”. It is easier to decide to stop the continuous performance than the case where “ As a result, the frequency of execution of the continuous performance can be improved, and when the “big hit” is not achieved, the ratio of the special display mode returning to the normal display mode is high, so that the player's expectation can be prevented from being impaired. .

  As another example, as shown in FIG. 43A, the first reserved memory number is “3”, and “left”, “middle”, “right” provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 are provided. When the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a game ball that has won a prize in the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first starting switch 22A is displayed. It is assumed that a second winning determination result notification command that is detected and is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and it is the second winning determination result notification command in step S503. Based on the determination (step S505; Yes), “1” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S506), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, in the continuous effect start setting process, it is determined that the continuous effect is canceled halfway (step S713), and the continuous effect pattern RP1-2 is determined as the usage pattern.

  In step S510, based on the continuous performance pattern RP1-2 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 43B, of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H. Display control is performed so that one is displayed in red. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  Thereafter, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 43C, variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of red display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to red display (step S559).

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 43 (D) to (F), variable display of decorative symbols and display control of the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H are executed according to the number of reserved memories. Corresponding to the effect pattern being RP1-2, as shown in FIG. 43 (F), when the hold number is 1, control for returning the red display to the white display is executed (step S559). Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 43 (G), variable display corresponding to the continuous effect pattern RP1-1 is started. Corresponding to the variation pattern with super reach, as shown in FIG. 43 (H), the decorative symbol variable display state becomes the reach state, and as shown in FIG. Reach production is performed as super reach. After that, the image display device 5 displays the final decorative symbol combination that is the final stop symbol constituting the reach-losing combination, for example, as shown in FIG. To do.

  As described above, in the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP1-2, when the hold number is 4, the display mode in the start winning memory display area 5H becomes the special display mode (red display), and the variable display stored and stored is Each time it is digested, the special display mode moves to the left, but when the reservation number is 1, the effect is returned to the normal display mode (white). As shown in FIG. 15A, in the setting example of the continuous effect cancellation determination table 162, when the variable display result is “lost” (particularly when “non-reach lose”), the variable display result is “big hit”. It is easier to decide to stop the continuous performance than the case where “ As a result, the frequency of execution of the continuous performance can be improved, and when the “big hit” is not achieved, the ratio of the special display mode returning to the normal display mode is high, so that the player's expectation can be prevented from being impaired. . Further, as shown in FIG. 15B, in the setting example of the continuous production stop timing determination table 163, the hold number is 1 when the “big hit” is obtained rather than the variable display result “losing”. At this time, it is easy to decide to return from the special display mode to the normal display mode. In addition, when it is “super-reach lose” and when the holding number is 1, it is easier to decide to return from the special display mode to the normal display mode rather than “non-reach loss”. Thereby, the possibility of becoming super reach can be notified by the timing when the special display mode returns to the normal display mode, so that the player pays attention to the continuous performance, and the interest of the game is improved.

  In this embodiment, the variable display of the second special figure is executed with priority over the first special figure. Accordingly, when a continuous effect is being executed on the hold data corresponding to the first special figure, if the game ball wins the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the hold data is interrupted. It will be. A specific example of the rendering operation in this case will be described.

  As an example, as shown in FIG. 44 (A), the first reserved memory number is “3”, and “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorations provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 are displayed. When the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the game ball that has won the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first start switch 22A is detected. It is assumed that a third prize determination result notification command for notifying that the variable display result is “win” is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and the third winning determination result notification command is determined in step S507. Based on the determination (step S507; Yes), “2” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S508), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, it is assumed that the continuous effect pattern RP1 is determined as the usage pattern in the continuous effect start setting process.

  In step S510, based on the continuous performance pattern RP1 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 44 (B), one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H. Is controlled to display red. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  After that, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 44 (C), the variable symbol display in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of red display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to red display (step S559).

  At this time, when a game ball wins the normal variable winning ball device 6B and a game ball that has been started and won by the second start port switch 22B is detected, the hold data is the hold data corresponding to the first special figure. Stored before (step S512). Then, as shown in FIG. 44D, one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning memory display area 5H is displayed in red, and the display that has been displayed in red is white. Display control to return to is performed (step S510). Then, when the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is ended.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIGS. 44 (E) and 44 (F), the variable display of the decorative symbols is started, the display portion of red display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display returned to non-display is also displayed. Display control similar to that shown in FIGS. 40C to 40J is performed such that the display part on the left side of the part is changed to red display.

  In this embodiment, since the hold data is stored in the effect control hold storage unit 195 in association with the continuous effect pattern on the effect control board 12 side, the continuous effect is applied to the hold data corresponding to the first special figure. Is executed, even if the game ball wins the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the holding data corresponding to the second special drawing is interrupted, the effect control holding storage unit 195 is referred to. By doing so, appropriate display control can be executed.

  In this embodiment, when a continuous effect is being executed on the hold data corresponding to the first special figure, the game ball wins the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B. When the hold data corresponding to the second special figure is interrupted, the continuous control for the hold data corresponding to the first special figure is continued by executing the display control as shown in FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the continuous production for the hold data corresponding to the first special drawing may be terminated. In addition, when a continuous effect is being executed on the hold data corresponding to the first special figure, the game ball wins the second starting prize opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the second special figure is obtained. When the corresponding hold data interrupts, when the variable data display result of the hold data corresponding to the second special figure is “winning”, or when the fluctuation pattern of the hold data is a fluctuation pattern with super reach, You may make it complete | finish the continuous production with respect to the pending | holding data corresponding to a 1st special figure. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the target of continuous production from becoming unclear or the production from becoming complicated due to super reach or big hit during execution of the continuous production.

  As described above, in the above embodiment, the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP2 shown in FIG. 41 is executed more than the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP1 shown in FIG. The possibility of being a “big hit” is higher (see FIG. 14). Thereby, the player comes to pay attention to which timing the display mode of the hold display changes to the special display mode, the effect of producing the continuous effect is improved, and the interest of the game is also improved.

  Further, in the setting example of the continuous effect determination table 160 shown in FIG. 14A, the determination ratio of each continuous effect pattern when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “2” or “5” is the continuous effect. Pattern RP2 (40%)> RP1 (30%)> RP3 (10%) = RP4 (10%). Further, when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “1” or “4”, the determination ratio of each continuous effect pattern is continuous effect pattern RP1 (40%)> RP2 (20%)> RP3 (15%). > RP4 (1%). Further, when the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3”, the determination ratio of each continuous effect pattern is continuous effect pattern RP1 (10%)> RP2 (5%)> RP3 (4%). > RP4 (1%). With such settings, the reliability of the continuous performance can be varied depending on which continuous performance pattern is executed. The reliability of the continuous performance is a ratio between a ratio selected when the variable display result is “winning” and a ratio selected when the result is “lost”. In this embodiment, the reliability of the continuous performance increases in the order of the continuous performance pattern RP2> RP1> RP3. With such a setting, the player can pay attention to at which timing the display color of the hold storage display changes, and the interest of the game is improved.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the continuous effect is executed only when the total number of reserved memories is 3 or more (step S703). By doing in this way, when there are few timing choices for changing the display mode of the hold storage, the effect of the presentation is small, and the control burden can be reduced by not performing the notice effect.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the variable display result is “losing”, as shown in FIGS. 42 and 43, the execution of the continuous effect can be stopped. As a result, the frequency of execution of the continuous performance can be improved, and when the “big hit” is not achieved, the ratio of the special display mode returning to the normal display mode is high, so that the player's expectation can be prevented from being impaired. .

  Further, as shown in FIG. 15A, in the setting example of the continuous production stop determination table 162, the continuous production may be stopped even when the variable display result is “big hit”. Thereby, even if the continuous performance is stopped, the possibility of becoming a “big hit” can be left and the player's expectation can be maintained, so that the interest of the game is improved. Also, when the variable display result is “losing” (particularly when “non-reach loss”), it is easier to decide to stop the continuous performance than when the variable display result is “big hit”. . As a result, the frequency of execution of the continuous performance can be improved, and when the “big hit” is not achieved, the ratio of the special display mode returning to the normal display mode is high, so that the player's expectation can be prevented from being impaired. .

  In this embodiment, only the fourth winning determination result notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 during the big hit gaming state or during the execution of the short time control (high base state). The continuous production is not executed for the first start prize. As a result, while executing the continuous production as much as possible, the second display is performed during the execution of the continuous production started based on the determination that the variable display result of the special figure game using the first special figure is “big hit”. By using the fact that the special figure is preferentially digested, the player intentionally establishes the second start condition and executes the special figure game using the second special figure, so that a big hit stock-like effect is executed. Can be reliably prevented.

  The prize ball signal from the main board 11 is transmitted to the payout control board 17 via the drawer relay board 19 and the power supply board 16. Based on the prize ball signal, the payout control board 17 drives the ball payout device 18 to pay out the prize ball. As described above, since the prize ball signal is transmitted to the payout control board 17 via the power supply board 16, there is no need to provide a connector for connecting from the game board 2 to the payout control board 17, so the number of connectors is reduced. be able to.

  Also, the lost variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the lost variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D have different assignments of determination values to the variation pattern types CA1-3 and CA2-1. . Further, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, the determination value is not assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-2 or the variation pattern type CA2-3, while the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern is determined. A decision value is assigned to the type CA2-2. On the other hand, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, no determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern type CA2-2, while the variation pattern type CA1-2. Further, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-3. By setting the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, the variation pattern types CA1- other than the variation pattern types CA2-4 including the variation pattern with super reach are included. The allocation of determined values to 1 to variation pattern types CA1-3 and variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-3 differs depending on the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. This makes it possible to adjust the variable display time of the special symbols and decorative symbols by varying the rate of determination of the variation pattern according to the total number of reserved memory that is the number of reserved memory of the special figure game. The situation where the operating rate is reduced can be prevented as much as possible. On the other hand, in the winning specific pattern determination process in step S211, it is determined whether or not the random value MR3 is within the range of the common reach reach pattern regardless of the total number of reserved memories. For example, the total number of reserved memories, which was “2” at the start of the continuous production, has increased to “4” at the time of the variable display of the last decorative symbol in the continuous production. Thus, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the reach mode does not become super reach.

  In addition, this invention is not limited to the said embodiment, A various change and application are possible. In the above-described embodiment, it has been described that a continuous effect is executed in which the display color of the display portion in the start winning storage display area 5H is changed from white, which is a normal display mode, to red, which is a special display mode. However, the color to be changed may be arbitrary. Further, the method of changing from the normal display mode to the special display mode is not limited to this, and the shape of the start winning memory display area 5H may be changed from the normal display mode to the special display mode.

  Furthermore, the continuous effect may further change the aspect of the display part in the start winning storage display area 5H in a plurality of stages. For example, when the normal display mode is white, a continuous effect that changes stepwise from white to yellow to red may be executed at predetermined timings. In this case, for example, instead of the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161 shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B, continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165 shown in FIGS. 45A and 45B are used. In the continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165, the continuous effect pattern RP5 changes the hold memory display to be determined to yellow when the total reserved memory number is 4, and when the total reserved memory number is 3, It is a continuous performance pattern that changes to red. The continuous performance pattern RP6 changes the reserved memory display that is the object of determination to yellow when the total reserved memory number is 4, and the reserved memory display that is the object of determination when the total reserved memory number is 2 This is a continuous production pattern that changes the color to yellow. The continuous performance pattern RP7 changes the reserved memory display that is the object of determination to yellow when the total reserved memory number is 3, and the reserved memory display that is the object of determination when the total reserved memory number is 2. It is a continuous production pattern that changes the color to red. The continuous performance pattern RP8 changes the hold storage display that is the object of determination to yellow when the total hold memory number is 3, and the hold memory display that is the object of determination when the total hold memory number is 1. It is a continuous production pattern that changes the color to red.

  In the setting example of the continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165, as in the setting example of the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161, the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value is “0” or “3” or “1” or “4”. ”,“ 2 ”, or“ 5 ”, and whether or not to execute the continuous effect, and assigning a decision value to the determination result as to which of the continuous effect patterns to execute is determined. Is different. With such a setting, whether the random value MR3 extracted at the start winning is within the range of the non-reach fluctuation pattern common range, whether it is within the super reach fluctuation pattern common range, A ratio of determining whether or not to start a continuous effect depending on whether or not the extracted random value MR1 matches the determined value that the variable display result is “winning” such as “big hit” or “small hit” Can be different. In particular, in this modification, even when the timing of the first step when the display color changes from white to yellow is the same, the reliability of the continuous performance differs when the timing of the second step when the display color changes from yellow to red is different. The player will pay more attention to continuous production, and the interest of the game will be improved. In the setting example of the continuous effect determination table 164 in FIG. 45A and the continuous effect determination table 165 in FIG. 45B, when the timing of the first step is the same, the timing of the second effect is late. In contrast, the reliability is higher, but conversely, the reliability of the continuous performance pattern with the later second step timing may be lower. Further, the reliability may be varied depending on the combination of the timing of the first step and the second step.

  Further, in the case of executing a continuous effect that changes the mode of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of stages, the execution timing of each step is determined not for each process but for each step. It may be. For example, it is possible to first determine up to which step, and then determine the execution timing of each step.

  In the case of executing a continuous effect that changes the aspect of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of stages, the continuous effect may not be stopped when it changes to a predetermined level. For example, instead of step S710 shown in FIG. 32, as shown in FIG. 45C, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect pattern is RP8 (step S721), and if it is RP8 (step S721; Yes). ), It is only necessary not to stop the continuous performance. The continuous performance patterns other than the continuous performance pattern RP8 change from yellow to red when the holding number is 2. By doing in this way, when the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H changes to red, which is the second stage, it is possible to prevent the continuous effect from being canceled, and the player when changing to red is displayed. The expectation can be raised and the interest of the game is improved. Note that in the case of executing a continuous effect that changes the mode of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of stages, the cancellation of the continuous effect is a special display mode (yellow display, red display) is changed from a normal display mode (white display). To return to (display).

  FIG. 46 is a diagram illustrating an example of an effect operation in the case of executing a continuous effect that changes the aspect of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of stages. As shown in FIG. 46A, the first reserved storage number is “3”, and the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas provided on the display screen of the image display device 5 When the decorative symbols are variably displayed on 5L, 5C, and 5R, the game ball that has won the normal winning ball device 6A and started and won by the first start switch 22A is detected, and the variable display result It is assumed that a third prize determination result notification command for notifying that “is a win” is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, it is determined that the first start opening winning designation command is received in step S501 of FIG. 30 (step S501; Yes), and the third winning determination result notification command is determined in step S507. Based on the determination (step S507; Yes), “2” is set to the continuous effect start condition establishment buffer value (step S508), and the continuous effect start setting process (step S509) is executed. Here, it is assumed that the continuous effect pattern RP6 is determined as the usage pattern in the continuous effect start setting process.

  In step S510, based on the continuous performance pattern RP6 determined in step S509, as shown in FIG. 46B, one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H. Is controlled to display yellow. At this time, since the special symbol change time corresponding to the variable display pattern is ended, the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is completed. To do.

  Thereafter, when the first start condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 46C, variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is started. (Step S557). At this time, the display part of yellow display in the start winning memory display area 5H is returned to non-display, and the display part adjacent to the left of the display part returned to non-display is changed to yellow display (step S559).

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 46D to 46F, the variable display of the decorative symbols and the display control of the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H are executed according to the number of reserved memories. Corresponding to the effect pattern being RP6, as shown in FIG. 46E, when the hold number is 2, control for changing the yellow display to the red display is executed (step S559). Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 46 (G), variable display corresponding to the continuous effect pattern RP6 is started. For example, when the variable display result is “big hit”, as shown in FIG. 46 (H), the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and as shown in FIG. 46 (I), the reach mode is super. Reach production is executed. Thereafter, the fixed display design combination that is the final stop design constituting the jackpot combination is derived and displayed on the image display device 5 as shown in, for example, FIG. To do.

  As described above, when the reservation number is 4, the continuous effect of the continuous effect pattern RP6 is yellow when the display mode in the start winning memory display area 5H is displayed in yellow, and the variable display stored on hold is digested. When the display moves to the left and the hold number is 2, the effect is displayed in red. Thereby, it is possible to suggest to the player that the display result of the variable display of the hold display that is displayed in red becomes “big hit”.

  In addition, when executing a continuous effect that changes the mode of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of stages, it is determined to which stage to change, and when it is determined to change to a specific stage The continuous production may not be stopped.

  For example, the case where the continuous effect determination tables 166 and 167 shown in FIGS. 47A and 47B are used instead of the continuous effect determination tables 160 and 161 shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B will be described. In the continuous effect determination tables 164 and 165, the continuous effect pattern RP9 indicates the hold memory display that is the object of determination when the total reserved memory number is 4 → 3 → 2 → 1, and the yellow → red → blue → rainbow color. It is a continuous production pattern. The continuous effect pattern RP10 is a continuous effect pattern in which the hold storage display that is the object of determination is changed from yellow → red → blue → blue. The continuous performance pattern RP11 is a continuous performance pattern in which the hold storage display that is the object of determination is yellow → yellow → red → red. The continuous performance pattern RP12 is a continuous performance pattern in which the on-hold storage display subject to determination is yellow → yellow → yellow → yellow. The continuous effect pattern RP13 is a continuous effect pattern in which, when the total number of reserved memories is 3 → 2 → 1, the reserved memory display that is the object of determination is yellow → red → blue. The continuous effect pattern RP14 is a continuous effect pattern in which the hold storage display that is the object of determination is changed from yellow to red to red.

  That is, in this modified example, it is possible to execute a continuous effect that changes the aspect of the display portion in the start winning storage display area 5H up to four stages. And when it determines to the continuous production | presentation pattern changed to blue (specific stage arrival display mode) which is the 3rd step, it controls not to stop a continuous production. For example, instead of step S710 shown in FIG. 32, as shown in FIG. 47C, it is determined whether or not the continuous effect pattern is RP9, RP10, or RP13 (step S722), and RP9, RP10. Or if it is RP13 (step S722; Yes), what is necessary is just not to stop a continuous production. In this case, the cancellation of the continuous effect means returning the special display mode (yellow display, red display) to the normal display mode (white display). In this way, in the case of executing a continuous effect that changes the mode of the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H in a plurality of levels, the special display mode is changed when the level of the continuous effect reaches a specific level. Since there is no return to the normal display mode, the player's expectation can be enhanced, and the interest of the game is improved.

  In this modification, the continuous production pattern is determined first, and when the determined continuous production pattern changes the display mode until a specific stage, the continuous production pattern is controlled so as not to be stopped. First, it is determined whether or not to stop the continuous performance, and if it is determined to stop the continuous performance, the display mode is changed until a specific stage (blue display in the examples of FIGS. 47A and 47B). The continuous production pattern (RP9, RP10, RP13) may not be determined. Even with such control, when the stage of the continuous performance reaches the specific stage, the special display mode can be prevented from returning to the normal display mode.

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, although the timing which starts a continuous production was set as the time when the reservation number of the holding data used as the object of judgment of whether to perform a continuous production was either 1-4. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A continuous production pattern that starts a continuous production when the holding number becomes 5 or more may be prepared so that the continuous production can be started when the holding number becomes 5 or more. Moreover, you may make it start a continuous production | presentation at the timing at which hold data was memorize | stored. In the above embodiment, if the continuous production pattern RP1 is determined when the total number of reserved memories becomes 4, the continuous production starts substantially at the timing at which the pending data is stored.

  In the above embodiment, the reliability of the continuous effect corresponds to the timing at which the continuous effect is started, and the continuous effect pattern RP2 (start of the continuous effect when the hold number is 3)> RP1 (when the hold number is 4) In the order of continuous production start)> RP3 (continuous production start when the holding number is 2), the correspondence between the timing of starting the continuous production and the reliability is arbitrary. For example, (1) (continuous production start when the hold number is 4)> (continuous production start when the hold number is 3)> (continuous production start when the hold number is 2), (2) (hold number) Continuous production starts when 2 is >> (Continuous production starts when holding number is 3)> (Continuous production starts when holding number is 4), (3) (Continuous production starts when holding number is 3) )> (Continuous production start when holding number is 2)> (Continuous production start when holding number is 4)> The reliability may be increased.

  In addition, in the start winning memory display area 5H, a display part (for example, the third display part from the left) corresponding to the reserved number that is likely to be a big hit when the continuous production starts is displayed with an arrow, text, It may be clearly indicated by a character image or the like. Similarly, a display part (for example, the second display part from the left) corresponding to the reserved number that is less likely to be a big hit may be clearly indicated. In addition, a display part (for example, the second display part or the first display part from the left) corresponding to the hold number where the continuous effect is likely to be canceled may be clearly indicated.

  In the above embodiment, whether or not to execute the continuous effect and the continuous effect pattern are determined by one process (step S707). This determination may be made by a separate process. In addition, the process for determining whether or not to stop the continuous effect (step S713) and the process for determining the timing for stopping the continuous effect (step S717) are separate processes. Also good. It should be noted that it is only necessary to be able to determine whether or not to execute a continuous effect, whether or not a continuous effect pattern (timing to start execution of a continuous effect), whether or not to stop a continuous effect, and the timing to stop a continuous effect. The method may be arbitrary. For example, whether or not to stop the continuous effect may be determined every time the variable display starts or ends when the continuous effect is being executed. For example, when a continuous effect is being executed, if there is a new start prize and the determination result at the time of winning is “winning”, the continuous effect being executed may be stopped. By doing in this way, it becomes possible to execute a continuous effect for the new winning.

  In the above embodiment, whether or not to start the continuous production is determined on the side of the production control board 12 based on the first start opening prize designation command or the second start opening prize designation command from the main board 11. As explained. However, the present invention is not limited to this. On the main board 11 side, it is determined whether or not to start a continuous effect, and an effect control command for notifying the determination result is sent from the main board 11. It may be transmitted to the effect control board 12. Specifically, in the winning specific pattern determination process of FIG. 22, whether or not to start the continuous effect is determined by executing a process corresponding to the continuous effect start setting process of FIGS. 32 and 33. That's fine.

  In the above embodiment, when the start port buffer value is “1” in the winning specific pattern determining process of FIG. 22 and is controlled to the time-saving state, the probability variation state, or the big hit gaming state, the winning determination result Regardless of whether or not the fourth winning determination result notification command is transmitted in step S355 so that the continuous performance is not executed, the first start winning opening in the short-time state, the probability variation state, and the big hit gaming state The control for prohibiting the continuous performance based on the winning is not limited to this. For example, on the game control board 11 side, regardless of the gaming state, a winning determination result notification command of any of the first winning determination result notification command to the fourth winning determination result notification command is transmitted ( If the game state is specified on the side of the effect control board 12 and the game is controlled to the short-time state, the probability variation state, or the big hit game state (without performing the processing of steps S350A to S350C), the first start winning prize You may make it not perform the continuous production | presentation based on the winning to a mouth. For example, a command that can specify the game state is transmitted from the game control board 11 to the effect control board 12, and the game state can be specified on the effect control board 12 side. Then, when the gaming state is a short-time state, a probability variation state, or a big hit gaming state, the continuous effect start setting process in step S509 of FIG. 30 may be skipped.

  In addition, when the starting opening buffer value is “1” in the winning specific pattern determining process of FIG. 22 and the time-short state, the probability changing state, or the big hit gaming state is controlled, the winning specific pattern determining process is terminated. In this way, the winning determination result notification command may not be transmitted. In this case, a command that can specify the game state is transmitted from the game control board 11 to the effect control board 12, and the game state can be specified on the effect control board 12 side. On the side of the production control board 12, when the gaming state is a short-time state, a probability variation state, or a big hit gaming state, the display is suspended in the normal display mode based on the reception of the first start opening winning designation command. When the memory is displayed and the gaming state is not the short-time state, the probability variation state, or the big hit gaming state, the command process at the time of start winning in FIG. 30 may be executed. Note that the determination of the end of the time reduction state may be performed by executing the same processing as step S303 in FIG.

  In this embodiment, only the fourth winning determination result notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 during the big hit gaming state or during the execution of the short time control (high base state). Thus, the continuous production is not executed for the first start prize, but the prize determination result notification command other than the fourth prize determination result notification command is also transmitted so that the first start prize is received. On the other hand, it is possible not to execute the continuous performance.

  In the above embodiment, when the variable display result notified from the first start opening winning designation command or the second start opening winning designation command is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, the variable display result is “ In the case of “small hit”, it has been described that continuous production is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or when the variable display result is “small hit”, the continuous effect is provided. It may not be executed. Specifically, when it is determined in step S352 of FIG. 22 that the special figure display result is not “losing” (step S352; No), the special figure display result extracted in step S209 of FIG. 21 is determined. It is determined whether or not the random value MR1 matches the determined value for “small hit”, and if not, the determined random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type extracted in step S209 becomes “surprise”. What is necessary is just to determine whether it corresponds with a value. Then, if the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type does not match the determined value for “surprising”, the same processing as in steps S364 to S366 in FIG. 23 is executed to determine the special figure display result. When the random number value MR1 of the match matches the determined value that becomes “small hit”, or when the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type matches the determined value that becomes “surprise”, the steps of FIG. What is necessary is just to make it perform the process similar to S361-S363.

  In the setting example of the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 10A, when the jackpot type is “non-probable variation”, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is “100” to “251”. If the random hit value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “50” to “251” when the jackpot type is “probable variation”, the variation is accompanied by at least super reach. The variation pattern type CA3-3 including the pattern is determined. Therefore, in the process of step S357 in FIG. 22, as shown in FIG. 48A, if the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “251”, is the variable display result “lost”? Regardless of whether the big hit type is “big hit” other than “surprise”, it may be determined that it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern. Alternatively, the common reach range of the super reach variation pattern may be different between the case where it is determined that the big hit type is other than “surprise” and the case where the special figure display result is determined to be “lost”. . For example, when it is determined that the special figure display result is “losing”, if the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “251”, it is determined that it is within the common range of the super reach variation pattern. If it is determined that the big hit type is other than “surprise”, as shown in FIG. 48B, if the random value MR3 is within the range of “100” to “251”, the super reach variation pattern You may determine with it being in the range of a common range. Further, in the above embodiment, when the special figure display result is “lost”, whether the total number of reserved memories is “3” or more or less than “3” (variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols) Depending on whether or not the time is shortened, the variation pattern type is determined using the variation pattern type determination table for shortening and normal. If the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “251”, super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is involved regardless of the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. The variation pattern type CA2-4 including the variation pattern is determined. Similarly, even when the special figure display result is “big hit”, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is set to a predetermined value by using a different variation pattern type determination table according to the total number of reserved memories. If it is within the range, the variation pattern type including the variation pattern with super reach (super reach α or super reach β) may be determined regardless of the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. By doing this, even when the special figure display result is “big hit”, the specified value of the specific variable display pattern (variation pattern with super reach) is made common regardless of the number of reserved memories. The determined value of the variable display pattern other than the variable display pattern can be varied according to the number of reserved memories, the variable display time can be adjusted according to the number of reserved memories, and the operating rate of variable display is reduced. It can be prevented as much as possible. In addition, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying that the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach.

  In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S352 shown in FIG. 22 that the special figure display result is not “losing” (step S352; No), the special figure display results are “big hit” and “small hit”. Regardless of whether the starting port buffer value is “1”, the third winning determination result notification command is the seventh winning determination result notification command if the starting buffer value is “2”. Was described as being sent. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and there are different winning determination result notification commands depending on whether the special figure display result is “big hit” or the special figure display result is “small hit”. It may be transmitted. In this case, on the side of the effect control board 12, when the effect control CPU 120 receives a winning determination result notification command indicating that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the special figure display result is “small hit”. The specific effect may be executed at a higher rate than when a winning determination result notification command indicating that

  In the above embodiment, regardless of the total number of reserved memories, for example, by determining whether or not the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is “230” or more by the program, the range of the super reach variation pattern common range It was described as determining whether or not it is within. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, either the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C or the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D corresponding to the total number of reserved memories. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is compared with the determination values assigned to the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D. You may make it determine with it being in the range of a super reach fluctuation pattern common range in the case of the predetermined common determination value.

  In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 provided with the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B has been described. However, the pachinko gaming machine 1 provided with one special symbol display device is also described. The invention can be applied.

  In the above embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 performs the continuous effect start setting process shown in FIGS. 32 and 33, the final stop symbol determination process in step S552 in FIG. 35, and the variable in step S553. It has been described that the contents of control of various effects operations are determined by executing a display effect setting process during display, a notice effect setting process in step S554, and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the control contents of various rendering operations are shared and determined by a plurality of CPUs mounted on a plurality of control boards provided to control the rendering operations. It may be.

  As an example, a display control board is provided between the effect control board 12 and the image display device 5. The display control board only needs to be equipped with a display control CPU, a ROM, a RAM, a random number circuit, and an I / O. In this case, since the display control CPU mounted on the display control board executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, it is mounted on the effect control board 12 in the above embodiment. The display control unit 123 may be mounted on the display control board. In the display control board, for example, the display control CPU executes a program read from the ROM, thereby executing a process for controlling the effect operation by displaying the effect image in the image display device 5. At this time, the display control CPU reads fixed data from the ROM, the display control CPU writes various variation data to the RAM and temporarily stores them, and the display control CPU stores the various data in the RAM. Fluctuating data reading operation for reading various temporarily stored data, receiving operation for receiving input of various signals from the outside of the display control board via the I / O display control CPU, I / O for the display controlling CPU A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the display control board via the display is also performed.

  In this case, the display control CPU performs steps S552 to S554 shown in FIG. 35 based on, for example, a display control command from the effect control board 12 or an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 via the effect control board 12. Any of the processes may be executed. The display control CPU only needs to execute any part of the processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the above embodiment. Further, the sound control board 13 and the lamp control board 14 may be connected to the effect control board 12 by wiring for transmitting a control command from the effect control board 12. In this case, in the effect control board 12, for example, a process for comprehensively controlling the effect operation may be executed by the effect control CPU 120.

  Alternatively, the functions of the voice control board 13 and the lamp control board 14 are provided in the voice control circuit and the lamp control circuit mounted on the effect control board 12, and independent control to become the voice control board 13 and the lamp control board 14. The substrate may not be provided. In this case, a display control board as described above is provided between the effect control board 12 and the image display device 5, and the effect control pattern determined by the effect control CPU 120 in step S555 of FIG. The display control command may be transmitted from the effect control board 12 to the display control board. In the configuration shown in FIG. 3, any one of the processes executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the above embodiment by the microcomputer mounted on the sound control board 13 and the microcomputer mounted on the lamp control board 14 is selected. May be executed. Thus, when a plurality of control boards are provided to control the rendering operation, the process for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 and the control of the audio output operation in the speakers 8L and 8R. The process for determining the control content of various effect operations, such as the process for determining the content and the process for determining the control content of the lighting operation in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 is performed on any control board. The combination to be executed may be any combination.

  In the above-described embodiment, the small hit game state is controlled based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”, and the game state is not changed after the small hit game state ends. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, it is controlled to the two round big hit state based on the fact that the big hit type becomes “surprise”, and after the two round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the positive change state. Explained as being. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and instead of or in addition to the case where the big hit type is “accurate” or the variable display result is “small hit”, A case of “suddenly normal” may be provided. As an example, “suddenly short time” and “suddenly normal” are included in the jackpot type when the variable display result is “big jackpot”. In this case, the jackpot type determination table 131 sets the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type in accordance with the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, as a “suddenly short” or “sudden normal” jackpot. What is necessary is just to be comprised so that the table data allocated to a classification may be included. When the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “suddenly short”, the two round big hit state is controlled in the same way as the big hit type is “surprise”, and the two round big hit state ends. After that, unlike the case where the big hit type is “accuracy”, it is controlled to the short time state. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, when the big hit type is “suddenly normal”, the two round big hit state is controlled in the same way as when the big hit type is “surprise”, and the two round big hit state ends. After that, unlike the case where the jackpot type is “surprise”, the normal state is controlled. Thereby, a player's expectation with respect to the gaming state controlled after the end of the two round big hit state can be enhanced, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  When such “sudden shortening” and “sudden normal” are provided, a variation pattern type and variation pattern different from those other than “sudden shortening” and “sudden normal” may be determined. As a result, although the big hit type is “suddenly short” or “suddenly normal”, the same effect operation as in the case of being controlled to the 15 round big hit state is performed despite being controlled to the 2 round big hit state. It can prevent the player from feeling distrust. In addition, when the big hit type is "Suddenly short" or "Suddenly normal", when the variable display result is "Small hit", or when the big hit type is "Sudden", the common variation pattern type It may be possible to make a decision. As a result, when determining the fluctuation pattern, the big hit type is “Suddenly short” or “Suddenly normal”, or the variable display result is “Small hit” or the big hit type is “Abrupt”. Regardless of whether this is the case, a common variation pattern determination table can be used, and the data capacity can be reduced.

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, the various display operations including the display operation of the display image in the display area of the image display device 5, etc. depart from the spirit of the present invention. Changes and modifications can be made arbitrarily without departing from the scope. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing the gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points.

  Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to the computer device or the like included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in advance a computer It is possible to adopt a form distributed by pre-installing in a storage device such as a device. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Ordinary winning ball device 6B ... Ordinary variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Audio control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A, 22B ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... operation unit 31 ... operation detection switch 100 ... game control microcomputers 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit

Claims (8)

After the game medium passes through the start area provided in the game area, based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display, variable display of multiple types of identification information that can identify each is performed, and the display result is derived. A gaming machine comprising variable display means for displaying and controlling a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed as a display result of the identification information,
Reservation storage means capable of storing as variable storage within a predetermined upper limit range for variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the start area;
A hold display means for displaying the hold storage stored in the hold storage means in a predetermined hold display mode so as to be specified;
Hold determination means for determining whether or not the variable display display result stored as the hold storage is the specific display result;
Based on the determination by the hold determination means, a notice effect determination means for determining whether or not to execute a notice effect that changes the hold display mode of the hold storage that is the object of determination;
A notice effect execution means for executing the notice effect based on the determination result of the notice effect determination means;
With
The notice effect determining means is:
The hold display mode of the hold storage that has been determined is changed from the normal display mode to a predetermined special display mode, and the special display mode is maintained until the variable display that has been determined is executed. A first notice effect, and a second notice effect for returning to the normal display mode at a predetermined timing after changing the hold display mode of the hold storage to be determined from the normal display mode to the special display mode. Can decide to do and
First determination means for determining that the first notice effect is to be executed when it is determined by the hold determination means that the specific display result is obtained;
And a second deciding means for deciding to execute the second notice effect when it is judged by the hold judging means that the specific display result is not obtained. The said advance notice determination means contains the 3rd determination means which determines performing the said 2nd announcement effect, when it determines with the said specific display result becoming the said hold determination means. The gaming machine described in 1. The notice effect determining means is:
The predetermined timing in the second notice effect can be determined as a first timing and a second timing different from the first timing,
When the display result of the variable display of the hold storage that is the determination target is the specific display result, the second timing is determined at a rate higher than the first timing. 2. The gaming machine according to 2. Among a plurality of types of display modes including a specific stage arrival display mode that changes a display mode to a specific level according to a predetermined order when it is determined to execute the preliminary notification effect by the notification effect determination unit, A display mode determining means for determining the special display mode to be changed in the notice effect to be executed;
The display mode determining means determines the special display mode from among the display modes including the specific stage arrival display mode when the preliminary announcement determining unit determines to execute the first notification, and the second display mode determination unit determines the special display mode. The special display mode is determined from display modes that do not include the specific stage arrival display mode when it is determined to execute a notice effect. 4. Gaming machine. 5. The notice announcement effect determining means determines to execute the notice effect only when a predetermined number or more of variable displays are stored as the reserved memory in the reserved storage means. The gaming machine according to claim 1. Pre-decision means for deciding whether to control to the specific gaming state before derivation display of the display result;
Variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern of the identification information from a plurality of types of variable display patterns including a specific variable display pattern based on the determination result of the prior determination means;
Variable display executing means for executing variable display of the identification information based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determining means;
Further comprising
The hold determination means further determines whether or not the variable display pattern of the identification information is the specific variable display pattern for the variable display stored as the hold storage,
The second determining means of the notice effect determining means determines whether or not to execute the second notice effect based on the determination that the specific variable display pattern is obtained,
The variable display pattern determination means includes a variable display determination numerical value extracted when a game medium passes through the start area, a determination table in which determination values are assigned to the plurality of types of variable display patterns, Determine the variable display pattern of the identification information using
In the determination table, different determination values are assigned to variable display patterns other than the specific variable display pattern according to the number of reserved memories when the start condition is satisfied. For the variable display pattern, at least a part is assigned a common decision value regardless of the number of the reserved memories in the reserved storage means,
The holding determination means determines whether or not the variable display pattern of the identification information becomes the specific variable display pattern based on the variable display determination numerical value and the common determination value. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5. As the variable display means, a plurality of types of first identifications that can be identified based on the establishment of a first start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium has passed through the first start area as the start area. First variable display means for performing variable display of information and deriving and displaying a display result, and the establishment of a second start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium passes through the second start area as the start area A second variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of second identification information that can identify each of them and deriving and displaying a display result, and the first variable display means or the second variable display means in advance. A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed as a display result of the first identification information or the second identification information,
The holding storage means
First holding storage means capable of storing as a first holding storage for a variable display in which the first start condition is not satisfied even though a game medium has passed through the first starting area. When,
Second hold storage means capable of storing as a second hold memory within a predetermined upper limit number of variable displays in which the second start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the second start area And including
Priority variable display means for performing variable display of the second variable display means in preference to variable display of the first variable display means;
Special game state control means for controlling to a special game state in which the frequency with which the game medium passes through the second start area after the specific game state ends;
7. The notice effect execution means forbids the notice effect based on the first reserved memory stored in the first reserved memory means during the control to the specific gaming state. The gaming machine according to claim 1. As the variable display means, a plurality of types of first identifications that can be identified based on the establishment of a first start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium has passed through the first start area as the start area. First variable display means for performing variable display of information and deriving and displaying a display result, and the establishment of a second start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium passes through the second start area as the start area A second variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of second identification information that can identify each of them and deriving and displaying a display result, and the first variable display means or the second variable display means in advance. A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed as a display result of the first identification information or the second identification information,
The holding storage means
First holding storage means capable of storing as a first holding storage for a variable display in which the first start condition is not satisfied even though a game medium has passed through the first starting area. When,
Second hold storage means capable of storing as a second hold memory within a predetermined upper limit number of variable displays in which the second start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the second start area And including
Priority variable display means for performing variable display of the second variable display means in preference to variable display of the first variable display means;
Special game state control means for controlling to a special game state in which the frequency with which the game medium passes through the second starting area is increased when a predetermined condition is satisfied,
The said notice effect production | generation means prohibits the said notice effect based on the said 1st reservation memory memorize | stored in the said 1st reservation memory means during control to the said special game state. Any one of Claim 1 to 7 characterized by the above-mentioned. The gaming machine according to claim 1.

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