JP2011183102A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine for improving an operation rate by enhancing the savor of a game. <P>SOLUTION: One table between a normal variable pattern table to be normally used and a special variable pattern table different from the normal variable pattern table in variable time selection rate is acquired in the game machine 10. A variable pattern table acquiring means (a game controller 100) acquires the special variable pattern table during a period till the generation of a first win (a put-out ball presence jackpot) or a second win (a put-out ball absence jackpot), or a prescribed times of third wins (small wins) after a prescribed condition is established. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention includes a special figure display that performs a lottery with a game ball winning a prize at the starting port, and performs a variable game of a special symbol based on the result of the lottery, and a variable display effect corresponding to the variable game. A variable display device to perform, special game execution means for executing a special game state advantageous to the player when the execution result of the variable game is a special result, and winning of a game ball in the special game state is possible The present invention relates to a gaming machine including a special variable winning device that can be changed between a winning possible state and an impossible winning impossible state.

  Conventionally, there is a pachinko machine as a representative example of a gaming machine. In this pachinko machine, the fluctuation of the symbol (identification information) is normally stopped, but the launching device is driven by the player's operation, and the game ball launched by the launching device is provided in the game area If a prize is won in the mouth, the variation display device changes the symbol for a predetermined time on the basis of detection of a special figure operation switch provided at the start port, and then stops the symbol for a predetermined time, thereby allowing the player to change the game ( In addition to recognizing the success / failure determination result of the (variable display game), when a specific stop result (special result) is obtained, a special game state (big hit) advantageous to the player is generated and the winning ball is paid out. There is something.

  Further, in recent pachinko machines, with respect to the above-described fluctuation control of symbols, a plurality of symbol control pattern tables that determine how to change are stored, and when the power to the pachinko machine is turned on, the plurality of symbol control patterns are stored. A pachinko machine has been proposed that sets one symbol control pattern table among the tables (see Patent Document 1).

Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2003-024574

However, in the case of the pachinko machine disclosed in Patent Document 1 above, once one symbol control pattern table is set when the power is turned on, the power is not changed to another symbol control pattern table during the game. The game based on the same symbol control pattern table must be continued until it is cut, and there is a risk that the player will get bored as the game is repeatedly played.
Further, in the pachinko machine of Patent Document 1, the symbol control pattern is used only to enrich the types of effects, and the set symbol control pattern does not serve as a game state notification. .

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest of games and improve the operation rate.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
A special figure display that performs a lottery with the winning of a game ball at the start opening, and performs a variable game of a special symbol based on the result of the lottery, and a variable display device that performs a variable display effect corresponding to the variable game And a special game execution means for executing a special game state advantageous to a player when the execution result of the variable game is a special result, and a winning possible state in which a game ball can be won in the special game state, In a gaming machine comprising a special variable winning device that can be changed to an impossible winning impossible state,
A variation pattern table storage means for storing a plurality of variation pattern tables for determining a variation time in the variation game;
A fluctuation pattern table acquisition means for acquiring one fluctuation pattern table among a plurality of fluctuation pattern tables stored in the fluctuation pattern table storage means;
With
The special results include
A first hit in which the special game execution means selects the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device, with the special result accompanying the operation of the condition device;
A second operation mode that is the special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, wherein the special game execution means has less profits that the player can acquire than the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device. A second per selection,
The special result without the operation of the condition device, the special game execution means to select the second operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device, and a third win,
The plurality of variation pattern tables are:
The normal variation pattern table that is normally used, and a special variation pattern table in which the selection ratio of the variation time is different from the normal variation pattern table,
The variation pattern table acquisition means includes:
After the predetermined condition is satisfied, the special variation pattern table is acquired until the first hit, the second hit, or a predetermined number of the third hits occurs.

Here, the “condition device” is activated when a specific hit occurs in the floating game (special-figure variable display game) (stop display of the winning symbol). For example, it means that a specific flag is set. Further, “without the operation of the condition device” means that the above-described flag is not set as in the case of winning a small lottery. Note that the “condition device” may be software means such as a flag that is turned on and off in software, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is electrically turned on and off.
Here, when the operation probability of operating the special variable winning device by the condition device is changed to a high probability, it occurs only when the operation of the special variable winning device that is operated with the operation of the conditional device is completed.
Therefore, when a hit with the operation of the condition device (first hit, second hit) occurs, there is a possibility that the operation probability of the condition device may be changed to a high probability state, whereas the operation of the condition device In the case where a hit without the occurrence (third hit) occurs, the operation probability of the condition device does not change to the high probability state.
In addition, the “predetermined condition” means that the gaming machine is turned on, that a predetermined time is reached, that a game ball winning at the starting port is not detected for a predetermined time after the power is turned on, and that the predetermined time is It means that a big hit has not occurred until the predetermined time is reached.

According to the first aspect of the present invention, the special variation pattern table is acquired by the variation pattern table acquisition means after the predetermined condition is established, and is generated per first or second or predetermined number of thirds. After that, by acquiring the normal fluctuation pattern table, the type of hit that triggered the change of the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, especially the second and third hits that are difficult to distinguish. It becomes possible to discriminate, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.
In addition, after the predetermined condition is established as described above, the ability to attract customers during such a period is improved by increasing the interest of the game before the first hit or the second hit or until the predetermined number of the third hits occur. Thus, the operating rate of the gaming machine during such a period can be improved.
Further, as a condition for switching the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, after the predetermined condition is satisfied, the first hit or the second hit occurs, and the predetermined number of third hits occurs. As a result, it is possible to suppress the special variation pattern table from continuing for a long time and to adjust the duration appropriately.

The invention according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
An extraction means for randomly extracting a number greater than 2;
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the number extracted by the extraction unit is used as the predetermined number of times related to the acquisition condition of the special variation pattern table.

  Here, “a number greater than 2” refers to a number including two.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, even a skilled player can set the number of times per third as a condition for switching the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table at random. By making it impossible to easily identify the hit type, it is possible to achieve a profit balance between the game store side and the player side.

A third aspect of the present invention is the gaming machine according to the second aspect,
The variation time in the variation game according to the variation pattern selected based on the special variation pattern table is the same length in any variation game.

  According to the third aspect of the present invention, when the special variation pattern table is acquired, the variation game having the same variation time is always performed, so the set variation pattern table is the special variation pattern table. Or the normal variation pattern table can be easily discriminated.

The invention according to claim 4 is the gaming machine according to claim 3,
Start winning storage means capable of storing a start memory as a right to execute the variable game based on a winning of a game ball at the start opening up to a predetermined upper limit number;
Game result pre-determination means for determining game result information stored in the start winning storage means corresponding to the start memory before execution of the variable game based on the start memory;
When the special variation pattern table is acquired by the variation pattern table acquisition means, it is determined by the game result prior determination means that the game result information corresponding to the first is stored in the start winning storage means. In this case, a special video that displays a series of special video effects on the variable display device in the variable game corresponding to the first start memory from the variable game corresponding to the start memory stored earlier than that. Production display control means;
It is characterized by providing.

  Here, “a series of special video effects” means effects in which the contents of effects in the variable game corresponding to each start memory are related to each other.

According to the invention of claim 4, since the special animation effect can be displayed on the variable display device from the variable game corresponding to the start memory stored before the start memory that becomes the first hit, It is possible to secure a longer production time than a normal production and to increase the degree of expectation for a big hit.
In addition, since the special variation pattern table is set as the variation pattern table when the special animation effect display is performed, the variation pattern table varies even when any variation pattern is selected based on the special variation pattern table. The length of time is constant, and the effect display time for special video effects can be easily set.

The invention according to claim 5 is the gaming machine according to claim 4,
On the condition that the result of the lottery becomes the special result with the operation of the condition device, the winning probability that the result of the lottery becomes the special result with the operation of the condition device is defined as the first winning probability, A winning probability changing means for setting to any one of the second winning probability which is a winning probability higher than the winning probability;
Probability ambiguous mode display capable of displaying on the variable display device a probability ambiguous mode display that unambiguously informs whether the probability set by the winning probability changing means is the first winning probability or the second winning probability. Control means;
Production table storage means for storing a plurality of production tables for determining production contents in the variable display production,
Effect table acquisition means for acquiring one effect table among a plurality of effect tables stored in the effect table storage means;
With
For the first,
After the end of the special gaming state, a first normal winning in which the first winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means, and a first positive change in which the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means, Contains
The plurality of performance tables are:
A normal production table that is normally used, and a special production table having production contents different from the production contents in the normal production table,
The production table acquisition means includes
When the first probability variation is derived as the special result when the special variation pattern table is acquired by the variation pattern table acquisition means, after the special gaming state based on the first probability variation is completed, the next Until the first hit, the second hit or the third hit is derived, the special effect table is acquired,
When the special normal pattern is derived as the special result when the special variable pattern table is acquired by the variable pattern table acquisition means, after the special gaming state based on the first normal per unit is ended, the next The special effect table is acquired until the first hit, the second hit or the third hit is derived, or until an effect table transition condition for shifting to the normal effect table is satisfied. To do.

  Here, the “effect table transition condition” means, for example, that a predetermined number of variable games are executed after obtaining the special effect table.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, when the first hit is derived when the special variation pattern table is acquired, the contents of the effect based on the special effect table after the end of the special gaming state based on the first hit. Depending on when the production contents are switched to the production contents based on the normal production table, it becomes possible to determine whether the first hit is a positive hit or a normal hit, and after the special production table is acquired. It can be increased to the interest of games.

The invention according to claim 6 is the gaming machine according to claim 5,
The variation pattern table acquisition means includes:
The normal variation pattern table is acquired when a predetermined time elapses after the predetermined condition is satisfied and there is no game ball winning in the start port during the predetermined period.

  According to the sixth aspect of the present invention, the state in which the special variation pattern table is set is prevented from being left for a long time, the scarce value of the period in which the special variation pattern table is set is maintained, and the player You can make it harder to get bored.

According to the present invention, the special pattern table is acquired by the fluctuation pattern table acquisition means after the predetermined condition is satisfied, and the normal fluctuation is generated after the first hit or the second hit, or after a predetermined number of third hits. By acquiring the pattern table, it is possible to determine the type of hit that triggered the change of the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, especially the second hit and the third hit that are difficult to distinguish. As a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.
In addition, after the predetermined condition is established as described above, the ability to attract customers during such a period is improved by increasing the interest of the game before the first hit or the second hit or until the predetermined number of the third hits occur. Thus, the operating rate of the gaming machine during such a period can be improved.
Further, as a condition for switching the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, after the predetermined condition is satisfied, the first hit or the second hit occurs, and the predetermined number of third hits occurs. As a result, it is possible to suppress the special variation pattern table from continuing for a long time and to adjust the duration appropriately.

It is a front view which shows one Embodiment of the game machine which concerns on this invention. It is a front view which shows the structural example of the game board in the gaming machine of Embodiment 1. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system and game control apparatus which are provided in the back surface of the gaming machine of Embodiment 1. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the presentation control apparatus in the control system of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the first half part of the specific procedure of a main process among the game control performed by the game microcomputer of the game control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the latter half part of the specific procedure of a main process among the game controls performed by the game microcomputer of the game control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of a timer interruption process among the game controls performed by the game microcomputer of the game control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure game process performed during the timer interruption process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the start port switch monitoring process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure start port switch common process performed during the start port switch monitoring process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure holding | maintenance information determination process performed during the special figure start port switch common process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure normal process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special fluctuation pattern table selection process performed during the special figure normal process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure 1 fluctuation start process performed during the special figure normal process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure 2 fluctuation start process performed during the special figure normal process of FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of a specific procedure of a variation pattern setting process executed during the special figure 1 fluctuation start process of FIG. 14 or during the special figure fluctuation start process of FIG. 15. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure variation process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the special figure display process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the continuation of the special figure display process of FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a continuation of the special chart display process of FIGS. 18 and 19. FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the continuation of the special figure display process of FIGS. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the jackpot end process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the jackpot end setting process 1 performed during the jackpot end process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the jackpot end setting process 2 performed during the jackpot end process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific procedure of the small hit | ending process performed during the special figure game process of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the specific procedure of the main process performed by the presentation control apparatus of embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the specific procedure of the interruption process performed by the presentation control apparatus of embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a specific procedure of a game management process executed during the main process of FIG. 26. It is a figure explaining the change aspect of a fluctuation pattern table. It is a figure explaining the change aspect of a fluctuation pattern table. It is a figure explaining the change aspect of an effect table. (A) is a figure explaining the selection ratio of the variation time selected based on a variation pattern table, (B) is a figure which shows the production time of a special variation pattern and a special movie. It is a timing chart at the time of performing presentation display by a special movie. It is the figure which showed the example display effect of the special movie in the display device. 12 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a specific procedure of special variation pattern table selection processing according to Modification 1;

DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 11 via a hinge 13 so as to be openable and closable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (inner frame) 12.

  Further, an illuminating device (moving light) 16 having a built-in lamp and motor and a lamp (LED) 17 for paying out abnormality notification are provided in the upper part of the glass frame 15. Further, on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, there are provided a frame decoration device 18 with a built-in lamp and the like for emitting light for decoration and production, and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a for emitting sound (for example, sound effects). Yes. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19 b is also provided below the front frame 12.

  In addition, at the lower part of the front frame 12, an upper plate 21 for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launcher, and game balls paid out from a ball payout device provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 flow out. A lower tray 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the tray ball outlet 22 and the upper tray 21 are full, and an operation unit 24 of the hitting ball launching device are provided. Further, an effect button 25 having a built-in operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player is provided on the upper edge of the upper plate 21. Further, a key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.

  In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device directs the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. And fire. Further, when the player operates the effect button 25, an effect or the like in which the player's operation is intervened is performed in the variable display game (decoration special map variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2). Can do. Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card to be discharged from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A discharge button 28 for operating the balance, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided.

  Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.

  On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by the guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30. In the game area 32, a center case 40 provided with a display device 41 is disposed substantially at the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recessed portion provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41 and is formed to protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41.

The display device 41 is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or a CRT (CRT). A plurality of pieces of identification information (special symbols), a character that produces a special figure variation display game, a background image that enhances the effect, and the like are displayed in an area (display area) in which an image of the display screen can be displayed. On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special diagram variation display game is played.
Thus, the display device 41 functions as a variable display device that performs a variable display effect of a special figure variable display game executed based on the winning of a game ball to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable winning device 37.
In addition, an image for an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.

On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a normal symbol start gate (ordinary start gate) 34 is provided. Three general winning openings 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and one general winning opening 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40.
In each of the general winning ports 35,..., Winning port switches 35a to 35n (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered each of the general winning ports 35 are arranged.

  A start winning opening 36 is provided below the center case 40 for giving a start condition for the special figure variation display game, and a game ball easily flows into the upper portion by opening a reverse “C” shape at the top. An ordinary variable winning device (general power) 37 having a pair of movable members 37b and 37b for converting into a state and having a second start winning port is disposed therein.

The pair of movable members 37b, 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 always holds a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) with an interval of about the diameter of the game ball. However, since the start winning port 36 is provided above the normal variation winning device 37, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state.
When the result of the normal variation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, it is opened in a reverse “C” shape by a general electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) as a driving device, and a normal variation prize is awarded. The device 37 can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which a game ball easily flows.

  Further, a special variable winning device (large winning mouth) 38 that can be converted into a state where a game ball is not accepted and a state where it is easy to accept depending on the result of the special figure changing display game is arranged below the normal variable winning device 37. Yes.

The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type open / close door 38c that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the near side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state is converted from a closed state (closed state unfavorable for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player).
In other words, the special variable winning device 38 includes, for example, a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an open / close door 38c driven by a large winning port solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device. By converting the closed state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of game balls into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player.
In addition, a count switch 38a (see FIG. 3) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the special winning opening is disposed inside the special winning opening (winning area).
Below the special variable winning device 38, there is provided an out port 39 for collecting game balls that have not won a winning port or the like.

  In addition, on the outside of the game area 32 (for example, in the lower right of the game board 30), the first special figure fluctuation display game, the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the general figure start gate 34 that form the special figure fluctuation display game are displayed. There is provided a collective display device 50 for executing a common figure variable display game triggered by winning a prize at one place.

  The collective display device 50 includes a first special figure fluctuation display unit (special figure 1 display) 51 and a second special figure for a first special figure fluctuation display game configured by a 7-segment display (LED lamp) or the like. And a second special figure fluctuation display section (special figure 2 display) 52 for a fluctuation display game. Although not shown in the collective display device 50, the starting memory number of the special figure 1 variable display game composed of a variable display section (common figure display) for the normal figure variable display game and four LED lamps. Special figure 1 hold indicator for notification and special figure 2 hold indicator for special figure 2 variable display game notification, for start memory number notification of general figure variable display game composed of two LED lamps The first game status indicator that lights up when a big hit occurs and notifies the occurrence of a big hit, the second gaming state indicator that lights up when a short time state occurs and notifies the occurrence of a short time state, and the gaming machine 10 A high-probability alarm that displays that the probability status of the jackpot is a high-probability state when the power is turned on, and a number-of-rounds indicator that displays the number of rounds when the jackpot is hit (the number of times the special variable winning device 38 is opened and closed) are provided. Yes.

  The special figure fluctuation display game in the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 is, for example, during the execution of the fluctuation display game, that is, while the decoration special figure fluctuation display game is being performed on the display device 41, The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. When the result of the game is “out of”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result mode of out of game, and when the result of the game is “win”, the result of out of game (special result mode) is not. A game result is displayed with a result mode other than the result mode (for example, a number such as “3” or “7”) in a lit state.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from the hitting ball launcher toward the game area 32. The launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by means of direction changing members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various locations in the game area 32, and the normal start gate 34 and the general winning opening 35. The winning prize opening 36, the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the special variable prize winning device 38 is won, or it flows into the out port 39 provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area. Then, when a game ball wins the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37 or the special variable winning device 38, the number of winning balls corresponding to the type of the winning winning port is given by the payout control device 200. It is discharged from the controlled dispensing unit to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23 of the front frame 12.

On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When the game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played.
In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, When 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, if it is less than the upper limit of the normal figure start memory number, the general figure start memory number is added (+1) and the general figure start memory number is increased. One figure start memory is stored. The memorized number of the normal start prize is displayed on a general figure hold display (not shown) for notifying the start prize number of the collective display device 50.
In addition, in the normal chart start memory, a random number value for hit determination for determining a hit error of the normal figure fluctuation display game is stored, and when the random number value for hit determination coincides with the determination value In addition, a specific result mode (specific result) is derived by hitting the common map fluctuation display game.

The usual map change display game is executed by a change display unit (usual display device) (not shown) provided in the collective display device 50. The general-purpose indicator is composed of LEDs indicating normal identification information (general and normal symbols) in the lit state and indicating a shift in the unlit state, and the normal identification information is displayed by blinking this LED. The fluctuation display is performed, and after a predetermined fluctuation display time has elapsed, the LED is turned on or off to display the result.
Note that, for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, and the like may be used as the normal identification information, which is displayed by variably displaying for a predetermined time and then stopped. If the stop display of the usual figure change display game is a specific result, the pair of movable members 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds). It becomes a state. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times the second special figure changing display game is executed increases.

  When the random number value extracted at the time of detection of the passage to the general figure start gate 34 is a winning value, the normal symbol displayed on the universal figure display (not shown) stops in the hit state and enters a hit state. At this time, the normal variation winning device 37 is in a state in which the movable member 37b is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds) by driving the built-in general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3). It is converted and the winning of the game ball is allowed.

The winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are respectively detected by the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside. The game ball that has won the start winning opening 36 is detected as the start winning ball of the first special figure variable display game, is stored up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4), and is awarded to the normal variable winning device 37. The played game balls are detected as start winning balls for the second special figure variation display game, and stored with a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four) as a limit.
In addition, when the starting winning ball is detected, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted. Each area (a part of the RAM) is stored as a special figure start memory for a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of four times). The number stored in the special figure start memory is displayed on the special figure 1 and special figure 2 on-hold display (not shown) for notifying the start winning number of the collective display device 50 and the display device 41 of the center case 40. Is also displayed (see FIG. 34). As a result, the RAM 111C serves as a start winning storage means capable of storing up to a predetermined upper limit number of start memories that become the right to execute the special figure display game based on the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variation winning device 37. Function.

The game control device 100 uses the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 to display the first or second special figure on the basis of the winning entry to the starting prize opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the starting memory thereof. A variable display game (variable game) is played.
The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are performed by variably displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures, identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result form. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game for displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game on the display device 41 is executed. ing.
As a result of the special figure fluctuation display game, when the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes a special result mode, a special game state (so-called big hit state) ) Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 is also a special result mode.

  In the decorative special symbol variation display game on the display device 41, for example, the decorative special symbol (identification information) composed of the above-described numbers is left (first special symbol), right (second special symbol), middle (third special symbol). The variation display is started in the order of symbols), the symbols that have been varied after a predetermined time are sequentially stopped, and the result of the special symbol variation display game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 performs a variable display game with a decorative special symbol corresponding to the number of special figure starting memories, and various effect displays such as the appearance of a character are performed to improve interest.

The special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 may be separate displays or the same display, but each special figure variation display is performed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 may use different display devices and different display areas in the first special map variable display game and the second special map variable display game, or use the same display device and display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41.
Further, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, if there is a start memory of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game becomes possible, the second special figure fluctuation display game is It is supposed to be executed.

In addition, in the state where the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started and the number of start memories is zero, the start winning opening 36 (or the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37) is entered. When the game ball wins, the start memory is stored as the start right is generated, the start memory number is incremented by 1, and the first special figure variation display game (second special figure) is immediately added based on the start memory. (Variable display game) is started, and at this time, the start memory number is decremented by one.
On the other hand, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) cannot be started immediately, for example, the first or second special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed, and the special figure fluctuation display game has ended. If the game ball is won in the start winning opening 36 (or the normal variable prize winning device 37) in a state that is not in the special game state or in the special game state, the start memory number is 1 if the start memory number is less than the upper limit number. By adding, one start memory is stored. Then, in a state where the starting memory number becomes 1 or more, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started (the end of the previous special figure fluctuation display game or the special game state) (End), the start memory number is decremented by 1, and the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) is started based on the stored start memory.
In the following description, when the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure fluctuation display game.

  Although not particularly limited, the starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, the starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the general winning port switches 35a to 35n, the count The switch 38a is a non-contact type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter referred to as a proximity switch) that includes a magnetic detection coil and detects a game ball using a phenomenon in which a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil. Has been. A micro switch having a mechanical contact is used for the front frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 or the game frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 or the like. be able to.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) for comprehensively controlling games, and a gaming microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as a gaming microcomputer) 111 is provided. The CPU unit 110 includes an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, and the like, and a data bus 140 connecting the CPU unit 110, the input unit 120, and the output unit 130.

  The CPU section 110 receives signals (starting winning detection signals) from a gaming microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and a proximity switch interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 in the input section 120. An inversion circuit 112 composed of an inverter or the like that is logically inverted and input to the gaming microcomputer 111 and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator are provided to generate a clock for a CPU operation clock, a timer interrupt, and a random number generation circuit. An oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 is included. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 are supplied with a predetermined level of DC voltage such as DC32V, DC12V, and DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 so as to be operable. Is done.

  The power supply apparatus 400 includes a normal power supply including an AC-DC converter that generates the DC 32V DC voltage from a 24V AC power source, a DC-DC converter that generates a lower level DC voltage such as DC 12V and DC 5V from the DC 32V voltage, and the like. Unit 410, backup power supply unit 420 for supplying power supply voltage to the internal RAM of gaming microcomputer 111 in the event of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit and an initialization switch to inform gaming control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of power failure A control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs control signals such as a power failure monitoring signal, an initialization switch signal, and a reset signal is provided.

  In this embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or the game control device 100, that is, the main control device 100. You may comprise so that it may provide on a board | substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on a board different from the power supply apparatus 400 or the main board as in the embodiment. By providing, it can remove from the object of exchange and can aim at cost reduction.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be composed of one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is held even during a power failure or after the power is shut off. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops below 17V, for example, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the signal after a predetermined time. Is output. In addition, a reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from the time when the power is turned on or the power is restored.

  The initialization switch signal is a signal generated when the initialization switch is turned on, and forcibly initializes information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200. . Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of forced interrupt signal and resets the entire control system.

  The gaming microcomputer 111 constitutes a control means for comprehensively controlling the game. Specifically, the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written as needed.

  The ROM 111B stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, various random number judgment values, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area for the CPU 111A and various signals and random number values during game control. Used as As the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C, an electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used.

In addition, the ROM 111B, for example, a variation pattern table (a normal variation pattern table, a special variation pattern table, etc.) for determining a variation pattern that defines the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the contents of the effects, the presence or absence of the reach state, and the like. ), An effect table (a normal effect table or a special effect table) is stored.
The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the variation pattern by referring to the variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as the start memory. Further, the fluctuation pattern table includes a loss fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is lost, a big hit fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is per 15R or 2R, and the like.
Thus, the ROM 111B functions as a variation pattern table storage unit that stores a plurality of variation pattern tables for determining the variation time in the special figure variation display game. The ROM 111 </ b> B functions as an effect table storage unit that stores a plurality of effect tables for determining the effect contents in the variable display effect of the display device 41.

  Reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can change, and the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player (special gaming state) when the special result mode is entered, the game is already derived at the stage where some of the plurality of display results are not yet derived and displayed. This means a display state in which the displayed display result satisfies the condition for the special result mode. In other words, the reach state is deviated from the display condition that is the special result mode even when the display device's variable display control progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed. There is no display mode. For example, a state where so-called full-rotation reach is performed in a variable display region while maintaining a state in which special result modes are aligned (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. The reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device has progressed to reach a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. The display state in the case where at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfies the condition for the special result mode.

  Thus, for example, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game displayed on a display device corresponding to a special figure fluctuation display game fluctuates a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas on the display device. After displaying, when the display of the result mode is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, the condition that becomes the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas (for example, the same The state in which the identification information is obtained (except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state. This reach state includes a plurality of reach productions, and the possibility that a special result mode is derived (different reliability) includes normal reach, special 1 reach, special 2 reach, special 3 reach, Premier reach etc. are set.

  The reliability increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach <premier reach. In addition, this reach state is included in a variable display mode at least in a case where a special result mode is derived in a special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). That is, when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is out of date), it may be included in the variable display mode. Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state that is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.

The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for the solenoid and the display device, thereby playing the gaming machine. 10 overall control is performed.
Although not shown, the game microcomputer 111 is a jackpot determining random number for the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, a variation pattern in the special figure variation display game (various reach and reach). A random number generation circuit for generating a variation pattern random number for determining a variation display game in a variation display without a game), a random number for determining a hit of a normal variation display game, and the like from the oscillation circuit 113 Based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal), a clock generator is provided that generates a timer interrupt signal for a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A and a clock that gives the update timing of the random number generation circuit.

In addition, the CPU 111A selects one of a plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in a start port switch monitoring process (step A1) or a special figure routine process (step A9) in a special figure game process to be described later. One fluctuation pattern table is acquired. Specifically, the CPU 111A determines the game result (big hit or miss) of the special figure fluctuation display game, the probability state (normal probability state or high probability state) of the special figure fluctuation display game as the current game state, and the current game. Any one of a plurality of variation pattern tables is selected based on the operation state (normal operation state or short-time operation state) of the normal variation winning device 37 as a state, the number of start memories, a predetermined timing immediately after recovery from a power failure, etc. The fluctuation pattern table is selected and acquired.
Thereby, the game control apparatus 100 functions as a variation pattern table acquisition unit that acquires one variation pattern table among the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B.

  Although not shown, the payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and drives a payout motor of the payout unit in accordance with a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100. , Control for paying out a prize ball. In addition, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball rental request signal from the card unit, and performs control for paying out the ball.

  The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a start port 1 switch 36a in the start winning port 36, a start port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, a gate switch 34a in the usual start gate 34, and a general winning port. An interface which is connected to the switches 35a to 35n and the count switch 38a and receives a negative logic signal such as a high level of 11V and a low level of 7V supplied from these switches, and converts it into a positive logic signal of 0V-5V. A chip (proximity I / F) 121 is provided. Proximity I / F 121 seems to be floating because the input range is 7V-11V, the lead wire of the proximity switch is improperly shorted, the switch is disconnected from the connector, or the lead wire is disconnected. An abnormal state can be detected, and an abnormality detection signal is output.

  All the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are supplied to the second input port 122 and read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140, and also supplied from the main board 100 to the test firing test apparatus (not shown) via the relay board 70. It is like that. In addition, detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are input to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the inverting circuit 112 in addition to the second input port 122. It is configured. The inversion circuit 112 is provided because the signal input terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 detects that a signal from a micro switch or the like is input, and detects negative logic, that is, low level (0 V) as an effective level. Because it is designed to do.

  Therefore, when a micro switch is used as the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, the detection signal can be directly input to the gaming microcomputer 111 without providing the inverting circuit 112. That is, when it is desired to directly input negative logic signals from the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a to the gaming microcomputer 111, the proximity switch cannot be used. As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I / F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12 V from the power supply device 400 in addition to a voltage such as 5 V required for normal IC operation. It has become.

  Further, the input unit 120 includes a start winning opening 36 converted by signals from the fraud detection magnetic sensor switch 61 and the vibration sensor switch 62 provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the proximity I / F 121. The start port 1 switch 36a in the inside, the start port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the general winning port switches 35a to 35n, and the signals from the count switch 38a are taken in via the data bus 140. A second input port 122 for supplying to the microcomputer 111 is provided. The data held by the second input port 122 is read by asserting the enable signal CE1 (changing to an effective level) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 122. be able to. The same applies to other ports described later.

  Further, the input unit 120 receives signals and payouts from the front frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 and the like of the gaming machine 10 and the game frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 and the like. A status signal indicating a payout abnormality from the control device 200, a shot ball break switch signal indicating a shortage of game balls before payout, and an overflow switch signal indicating overflow are fetched and supplied to the game microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. One input port 123 is provided. The overflow switch signal is a signal that is output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (full).

  Further, the input unit 120 is provided with a Schmitt trigger circuit 124 for inputting signals such as a power failure monitoring signal, an initialization switch signal, and a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 and the like. The circuit 124 has a function of removing noise from these input signals. Of the signals from the power supply device 400, the power failure monitoring signal and the initialization switch signal are once inputted to the first input port 123 and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because the number of terminals receiving external signals provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 is limited.

  On the other hand, the reset signal RST from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt trigger circuit 124 is directly input to a reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RST is directly output to the relay board 70 without going through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test board. It is configured as follows. Further, the reset signal RST may be configured to be output to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70. The reset signal RST is not supplied to the ports 122 and 123 of the input unit 120. Data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RST is input needs to be reset to prevent malfunction of the system, but each data of the input unit 120 is input immediately before the reset signal RST is input. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded when the gaming microcomputer 111 is reset.

  The output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and outputs a 4-bit data signal output to the payout control device 200, a control signal (data strobe signal) indicating the validity / invalidity of the data, and a data strobe signal SSTB output to the effect control device 300. 1 and a second output port 132 for generating an 8-bit data signal to be output to the effect control device 300. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300 by parallel communication. In addition, the data strobe signal from the first output port 131 is input to the output unit 130 in order to prevent a signal from being input to the game control device 100 from the side of the effect control device 300, that is, to ensure one-way communication. A unidirectional buffer 133 that outputs an 8-bit data signal from the SSTB and the second output port 132 is provided. A buffer may be provided for a signal output from the first output port 131 to the payout control device 200.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 via a relay board 70 for data indicating special symbol information of the variable display game to a test firing test apparatus of an accredited organization (not shown) and a signal indicating the probability status of jackpot. The output buffer 134 is configured to be mountable. This buffer 134 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko gaming machine as an actual machine (mass production product) installed in the game store. A detection signal output from the proximity I / F 121, such as a start port switch, that is not required to be processed is supplied to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 134.

  On the other hand, detection signals such as the magnetic sensor switch 61 and the vibration sensor switch 62 that cannot be supplied to the test fire testing device as they are are once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information. An error signal indicating that the control is not possible is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 134 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 134 and supplies it to the test test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits a signal line of a switch detection signal that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selected and controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and is connected to the data bus 140 to open a special variation winning device 38 (a large winning opening solenoid) 38b and a solenoid (normal electric solenoid) 37c to open a movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37. The third output port 135 for outputting the opening / closing data of the LED and the ON / OFF data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED of the collective display device 50 is connected. A fourth output port 136 for outputting ON / OFF data of the segment line connected to the anode terminal, and a fifth output port 137 for outputting information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal 71 are provided. It has been. Information relating to the gaming machine 10 output from the external information terminal 71 is supplied to, for example, an information collection terminal installed in a game store or a game hall internal management device (not shown).

  Further, the output unit 130 receives the opening / closing data signal of the big prize opening solenoid 38b output from the third output port 135, and receives the solenoid driving signal and the opening / closing data signal of the power solenoid 37c to generate the solenoid driving signal. A first driver (drive circuit) 138a for outputting, a second driver 138b for outputting an on / off drive signal for a digit line on the current drawing side of the collective display device 50 outputted from the third output port 135, and a fourth output port 136 The external information signal supplied to the external device such as the management device from the third driver 138c and the fifth output port 137 for outputting the ON / OFF drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 output from the external information A fourth driver 138d for outputting to the terminal 71 is provided.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with DC32V from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so that a solenoid operating at 32V can be driven. Also, DC12V is supplied to the third driver 138c that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. Since the second driver 138b for driving the digit line is for extracting the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V. The third driver 138c that outputs 12V causes a current to flow to the anode terminal of the LED via the segment line, and the second driver 138b that outputs the ground potential extracts the current via the segment line from the cathode terminal. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs sequentially selected in step 1 so that the LEDs are lit. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal 71 is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. Note that the buffer 134, the third output port 135, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output board 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be capable of bi-directional communication so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 through serial communication. Note that such data transmission / reception is performed using a serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 as in the case of a general general-purpose microprocessor, and therefore, ports such as the input ports 122 and 123 are not provided.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG.
The effect control device 300 includes a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 formed of an amusement chip (IC), as with the game microcomputer 111, and a video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 that performs video control exclusively under the control of the 1st CPU 311. , VDP (Video Display Processor) 313 as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the 2nd CPU 312 and various melody and sound effects are reproduced from the speakers 19a and 19b. The sound source LSI 314 for controlling the sound output is provided.

  The main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are connected to program ROMs 321 and 322 each composed of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing a program executed by each CPU. Is connected to an image ROM 323 storing character images and video data, and an audio ROM 324 storing audio data is connected to the tone generator LSI 314. The main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, decides the contents of the presentation, instructs the video control microcomputer 312 about the contents of the output video, and instructs the sound source LSI 314 about the reproduced sound. Then, processing such as lighting of the decoration lamp, motor drive control, and production time management is executed. RAMs that provide work areas for the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are provided in the respective chips. Note that the RAM that provides the work area may be provided outside the chip.

  Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 and the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the sound source LSI 314 are serially connected. Data transmission / reception is performed, and data transmission / reception is performed in parallel with the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 and between the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the VDP 313. By transmitting and receiving data in parallel, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial. The VDP 313 includes an ultra-high speed VRAM (video RAM) 313a used for developing and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 323, and a scaler for enlarging and reducing images. 313b, a signal conversion circuit 313c that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by an LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method, and the like are provided.

  A vertical synchronization signal VSYNC is input from the VDP 313 to the main control microcomputer 311 in order to synchronize the image of the display device 41 and the lighting of the decorative lamps provided on the front frame 12 and the game board 30. In addition, the VDP 313 notifies the video control microcomputer 312 that it is waiting to receive an interrupt signal INT0-n and a command or data from the video control microcomputer 312 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing in the VRAM. A wait signal WAIT is input. Further, the video control microcomputer 312 receives from the main control microcomputer 311 a synchronization signal SYNC that informs that the video control microcomputer 312 is operating normally and gives command transmission timing. A call signal CTS and a response signal RTS are exchanged between the main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 in order to transmit and receive commands and data in the handshake method.

  Note that the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 uses a CPU that is faster or more expensive than the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311. By providing a video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 separately from the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and sharing the processing, it is possible to display a fast moving image on a large screen that is difficult to achieve with the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 alone. It is possible to display on the display device 41, and it is possible to suppress an increase in cost compared to the case where two CPUs having processing capabilities equivalent to the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are used. Also, by providing two CPUs, it becomes possible to separately develop the control programs for the two CPUs in parallel, thereby shortening the development period of the new model.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. Fluctuation start command, start opening winning effect command, starting opening winning effect design command, customer waiting demonstration command, fanfare command, probability information command transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 via the command I / F 331 A normal stop command, a special movie end command, a special movie continuation command, a small hit fanfare command, and the like are received as an effect control command signal. Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC 5 V and the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC 3.3 V, the command I / F 331 has a signal level conversion function. Is provided.

  The effect control device 300 includes a panel decoration LED control circuit 332 for driving and controlling a panel decoration device 42 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40), and the front frame 12. Frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 and the like) having LEDs (light emitting diodes) and board effects provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect motor / SOL control circuit 334 for driving and controlling a device (for example, an electric accessory that enhances effect effects in cooperation with effect display on the display device 41), and a motor (for example, the moving device) provided on the front frame 12 A frame effect motor control circuit 335 for driving and controlling the light 45 is provided. These control circuits 332 to 335 for driving and controlling lamps, motors and solenoids are connected to a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 via an address / data bus 340.

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes an on / off state of a switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the front frame 12 and an effect motor switch for detecting the initial position of the motor in the panel effect device 44. A switch input circuit 336 for detecting and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311; an amplifier circuit 337a including an audio power amplifier for driving an upper speaker 19a provided on the front frame 12; An amplifier circuit 337b for driving the lower speaker 19b is provided.

  The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply apparatus 400 drives a motor or a solenoid to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control apparatus 300 having the above-described configuration and electronic components controlled thereby. DC32V for driving the display device 41 composed of a liquid crystal panel, DC5V serving as the power supply voltage for the command I / F 331, DC18V for driving the LED and speaker, and a reference for these DC voltages It is configured to generate a voltage of NDC 24V used to turn on the monitor lamp. Further, when an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 or the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312, DC 3. The effect control device 300 is provided with a DC-DC converter for generating 3V or DC 1.2V. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal RST generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply apparatus 400 includes a main control microcomputer 311, a video control microcomputer 312, a VDP 313, a sound source LSI 314, control circuits 332 to 335 for driving and controlling lamps and motors, speakers, and the like. Are supplied to the amplifier circuits 337a and 337b, which are in a reset state. In this embodiment, a general-purpose port of the video control microcomputer 312 is used to generate and supply a reset signal to the VDP 313. Thereby, the cooperation of the operations of the video control microcomputer 312 and the VDP 313 can be improved.

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number value for hit determination of the normal figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided to the normal figure start gate 34, and the ROM 111B. Is compared with the determination value stored in the table, and a process of determining whether or not the normal variation display game is missed is performed. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on a general-purpose display (not shown), a process for displaying a general-variation display game to be stopped is performed. When the result of the normal map fluctuation display game is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the general map display, and the general electric solenoid 37c is operated to move the movable members 37b and 37b of the normal variable winning device 37 for a predetermined time. The opening control is performed as described above (for example, for 0.3 seconds).
In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of control, control is performed to display the result form of the shift on the general map display.

Further, a start winning (starting memory) is stored based on an input of a detection signal of a game ball from a starting port 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning port 36, and based on this start memory, the first special figure variation display game is stored. The big hit determination random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining whether or not the first special figure variation display game is missed is performed.
The start memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal variation winning device 37. A random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining whether or not the second special figure variation display game is missed is performed.

Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination results of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52, a process for displaying a special figure fluctuation display game to be stopped is performed.
In addition, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs a process of displaying a decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game.
Furthermore, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, the process of controlling the light emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed.

Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode on the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 and generates a special gaming state when the result of the special figure variation display game is a win. To perform the process.
For example, when the display form of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes a special result form (for example, “7”) as a result of the special figure fluctuation display game, the operation of the condition device is performed. It becomes a big hit with a special gaming state (so-called big hit state). Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 also becomes a special result mode (for example, any one of the numbers in the flat order such as “7, 7, 7”). Further, when the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes a special result mode (for example, “0”), it becomes a small hit without the operation of the condition device and the special game state. (So-called small hit state). Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 is also changed to a special result mode (for example, “7, ☆, 7”, for example, “7, −, 7”; middle symbols are changing). 7 "etc .; ☆ is a predetermined character design).

In the process of generating the special game state, the CPU 111A performs control for allowing the game ball to flow into the special winning opening by, for example, opening the open / close door 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b. . Thereby, the game control apparatus 100 functions as a special game execution means for executing a special game state advantageous to the player when the display result of the special figure variation display game becomes a special display result (big hit).
And the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit with the operation of the condition device (for example, a big hit with a ball as a first hit (eg 15R big hit) or a big hit without a ball as a second hit (eg 2R big hit)) In this case, either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening, or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 0.5 seconds) has elapsed since the opening of the big prize opening. Opening the grand prize opening until the above condition is achieved is defined as one round, and this is continued (repeated) for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times (first operation mode) or 2 times (second operation mode)). Perform control (cycle game). On the other hand, when the result of the special figure variation display game is the small hit as the third hit without the operation of the condition device, the operation of opening the big prize opening for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) is performed twice (first time). Two operation modes) Repeated control is performed, and apparently, the special variation winning device 38 is configured to perform the same operation as when a big hit without a ball has occurred.
Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 are controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a probability change state as a game state after the special game state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game.
This probability variation state is a state (high probability state) in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. In addition, the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game, regardless of which one of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game results in a certain variation state. Both display games are in a probable state.
Thereby, the game control device 100 is subject to the lottery of the lottery on the condition that the result of the lottery with the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37 becomes a big hit with the operation of the condition device. The winning probability that results in a big hit with the operation of the condition device is either the first winning probability (low probability) or the second winning probability (high probability) that is higher than the first winning probability. It functions as a winning probability changing means to be set.

In addition, the game control device 100, as a big hit for generating the probability change state, a probability change big hit (for example, 15R big hit or 2R big hit) for notifying the player that the player has shifted to the probability changed state after the big hit ends, and the probability change. It is possible to generate a latent probability variation big hit (for example, a 15R big hit or a 2R big hit) which is only displayed in an ambiguous display that there is a possibility that the state has been changed and is notified to the player.
Thereby, the game control device 100 functions as a probability ambiguous mode display control unit capable of displaying on the display device 41 a display of the probability ambiguous mode for vaguely informing whether the set probability is a low probability or a high probability. To do.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a short time state as a gaming state after the special gaming state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game.
In this time-short state, control is performed so that the normal-variation display game and the normal variation winning device 37 are in the time-short operation state. Specifically, in the short-time state, the execution time of the above-described usual-variable display game is controlled to be a second variable display time shorter than the first variable display time (for example, 10 seconds is 1 second). Thus, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 37 per unit time is controlled to be substantially increased. Further, in the short time state, when the normal variation winning device 37 is released as a result of the normal variation display game being won, the release time becomes a second release time longer than the first release time in the normal state. (For example, 0.3 seconds is 1.7 seconds). In the short-time state, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 37 is not the first opening number of one time but a plurality of times of two or more times (for example, (3 times) the second number of times of opening.
It should be noted that the execution time of the normal variation display game is set to the second variation display time (for example, 1 second), and the release mode of the normal variation winning device 37 is the second release time (for example, 1.7). Second), and the number of times of opening with respect to one hit result of the normal variation display game is the second number of times of opening (for example, 3 times), either one or both may be performed. May be. In the short-time operation state, control may be performed so that the probability of a hit result of the normal-variable display game is higher than that in the normal operation state.
Thereby, it becomes easy to win a game ball in the normal variation winning device 37, and the second special figure variation display game can be easily started.

  Note that the time variation operation state of the probability variation state, the normal variation display game, and the normal variation winning device 37 can be generated independently, and both can be generated simultaneously, or only one of them can be generated. Is possible.

Next, the control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control apparatus 100 will be described.
The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a main process (mainly see FIGS. 5 and 6) that is a main routine that is repeated as a loop process, and a timer that is performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 ms) as an interrupt routine for the main process. Interrupt processing (see FIG. 7).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described.
The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIG. 5, an interrupt vector setting process (step S1) for setting a jump destination vector address to be executed when an interrupt occurs is first performed after an interrupt prohibition process (step S1). S2), a stack pointer setting process (step S3) for setting a stack pointer that is the start address of an area in which a value of a register or the like is saved when an interrupt occurs, and an interrupt mode setting process (step S4) for setting an interrupt processing mode. )I do.

  Next, in order to wait for the program of the payout control apparatus (payout board) 200 to start up normally, for example, a time of 4 ms is waited (step S5). As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 rises first and sends the command to the payout control device 200 before the payout control device 200 starts up, thereby avoiding the payout control device 200 from losing the command. be able to. Thereafter, access is permitted to a readable / writable RWM (read / write memory) such as a RAM or EEPROM, and off data is set so that there is no output in all output ports (steps S6 and S7). Also, the serial port ((port previously installed in the gaming microcomputer 111) is not used in this embodiment because it is in parallel communication with the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300). Is performed (step S8).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the initialization switch in the power supply device 400 is turned on (step S9). Here, if it is determined that the initialization switch is off (step S9; No), in step S10, after checking the data of the power failure inspection area in the RWM, it is determined whether or not the power failure is restored (step S11). If it is determined in step S11 that the power failure has been restored (step S11; Yes), the process proceeds to step S12, and a process of calculating data called a checksum and whether the calculated checksum is normal or abnormal are determined (step S13).
If it is determined in step S9 that the initialization switch is on (step S9; Yes), if it is determined in step S11 that the power failure is not restored (step S11; No), and if the checksum is not normal in step S13 (step If it is determined as S13; No), the process jumps to step S20 in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S13 that the checksum is normal (step S13; Yes), the process proceeds to step S14 in FIG. 6 and a power failure occurs in the area to be initialized in the RWM (read / write memory: RAM in the embodiment). After the initial value at the time of recovery is saved (stored), the area related to error and fraud monitoring is reset (step S15). Next, an area for storing the gaming state in the RWM is examined to determine whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state (step S16). If it is determined that the probability is not high (step S16; No), steps S17 and S18 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S19.

  If it is determined in step S16 that the probability is high (step S16; Yes), the on-information is saved in the high-probability notification flag region in step S17, and then the high probability provided in the collective display device 50, for example. The ON data for turning on (illuminating) the alarm (not shown) is set in the area (port 136) corresponding to the segment (step S18), and the process proceeds to step S19.

  In step S19, a process for transmitting a power restoration command corresponding to a process number prepared for rationally executing a special figure game process described later is performed to the effect control device 300, and the process proceeds to step S23.

  On the other hand, when jumping from step S9, S11, S13 to step S20, the work area in the RAM used by the CPU is first reset, and then the initial value at power-on is saved in the area to be initialized (step S21). Then, in step S22, a process of transmitting a power-on command to the effect control device 300 is performed, and the process proceeds to step S23. In step S23, a process of starting a CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed.

  The CTC circuit is provided in a clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the crystal oscillator 113, and a timer interrupt signal having a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A based on the divided signal. And a CTC circuit for generating a signal CTC that gives a trigger for updating a random number to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.

  After the CTC activation process in step S23, a process for activating and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step S24). Specifically, the CPU 111A performs setting of a code (specified value) for starting the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Then, in step S25, the values of predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at power-on are changed to corresponding initial value random numbers (random numbers for determining the big hit symbol (big hit symbol random number 1, big hit) The design random number 2) is saved in a predetermined area of the RWM as an initial value (start value) of a random number (per random number) for determining the hit of the usual figure, and then an interrupt is permitted (step S26). In the random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in the present embodiment, since the initial value of the soft random number register is changed every time the power is turned on, this value is the initial value of various initial value random numbers generated on the CPU side. By setting (start value), it is possible to break the regularity of random numbers generated by software, making it difficult for a player to obtain illegal random numbers.

  Subsequently, initial value random number update processing (step S27) is performed to update the values of various initial value random numbers to break the regularity of the random numbers. In the present embodiment, although not particularly limited, the big hit random number is configured to be generated using a random number (big hit random number) generated in a random number generation circuit. That is, the big hit random number is a hard random number generated by hardware, and the big hit symbol random number is a soft random number generated by software.

  After the initial value random number update process in step S27, the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read through the port and data bus and checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S28). If no power failure has occurred (step S28; No), the process returns to step S27, and the initial value random number update processing and the power failure monitoring signal check (loop processing) are repeated. By permitting an interrupt before the initial value random number update process (step S27) (step S26), when a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number update process, the interrupt process is preferentially executed. Can be prevented from being interrupted by waiting for the initial value random number update process.

  Note that the initial value random number update process in step S27 includes a method of performing the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process in addition to the main process. In order to avoid execution of value random number update processing, when performing initial value random number update processing in the main processing, it is necessary to disable interrupt and then update to cancel the interrupt. In the timer interrupt process, the initial value random number update process is not performed. If it is only in the main process, there is no problem even if the interrupt is canceled before the initial value random number update process, thereby simplifying the main process. There is an advantage that

  If it is determined in step S28 that a power failure has occurred (step S28; Yes), processing for temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S29) and processing for outputting off data to all output ports (step S30) are performed. Do. After that, a process for saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power interruption recovery inspection area (step S31), a process for calculating a checksum when the RWM is turned off (step S32), and a process for saving the checksum (Step S33) is performed, a process for prohibiting access to the RWM (Step S34) is performed, and then it is waited for the power of the gaming machine to be cut off. In this way, the check data is saved in the power failure recovery inspection area, and the checksum at power-off is calculated to determine whether the information stored in the RWM is correctly backed up before power-off. This can be determined when the power is turned on again.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described.
As shown in FIG. 7, the timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111A, the timer interrupt process of FIG. 7 is started.

  When the timer interrupt process is started, a register saving process (step S41) is performed in which a value held in a predetermined register is first transferred to the RWM. In the Z80 microcomputer used as the gaming microcomputer in this embodiment, the processing can be replaced by saving the value held in the front register to the back register. Next, an input process (step S42) for taking in inputs from various sensors (start port 1 switch 36a, start port 2 switch 37a, gate switch 34a, count switch 38a, etc.), that is, reading the state of each input port. )I do. Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step S43) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening SOL38b, general electric power SOL37c) is performed.

  Next, a command transmission process (step S44), a random number update process 1 (step S45), and a random number update process 2 (steps) for outputting commands set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the effect control device 300, the payout control device 200, and the like. S46) is performed. Thereafter, it is monitored whether a normal signal is input from the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the usual gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a... 35n, and the count switch 38a. A prize opening switch / error monitoring process (step S47) is performed to determine whether the front frame and the glass frame are open. Also, a special figure game process (step S48) for performing a process related to the special figure variation display game and a general figure game process (step S49) for performing a process related to the common figure variation display game are performed.

  Next, a segment LED editing process (step S50) that is provided in the gaming machine 10 and drives a segment LED that displays special information variation game and various information related to the game to display desired contents, and a magnetic sensor switch 61. And a magnetic error monitoring process (step S51) for checking the detection signal from the vibration sensor switch 62 to determine whether there is an abnormality. Then, external information editing processing (step S52) for setting a signal to be output to various external devices in the output buffer is performed. Subsequently, a process of clearing the interrupt request and declaring the end of the interrupt (step S53), a process of restoring the register data saved in step S41 (step S54), and a process of permitting an interrupt (step S54) Step S55) is performed, and the timer interrupt process is terminated.

[Special Figure Game Processing]
Next, details of the special game process (step S48) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described.
In the special figure game process, the input of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is monitored, the entire process related to the special figure variation display game is controlled, and the special figure display is set.

As shown in FIG. 8, in the special figure game process, first, a start switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring winning of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is performed.
In the start port switch monitoring process, when a game ball is won in the normal variable winning device 37 that forms the start winning port 36 and the second starting winning port, various random numbers (such as jackpot random numbers) are extracted and Prior to the start of the figure variation display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which a game result based on a prize is determined in advance.
The details of the start port switch monitoring process (step A1) will be described later.

  Next, a count switch monitoring process (step A2) is performed. In this count switch monitoring process, a process of monitoring the count number of the count switch 38a provided in the special variation winning device 38 is performed.

Next, the special figure game process timer is updated (-1) to check whether or not the game process timer has expired (step A3), and the special figure game process timer has expired (step A4; If the determination is Yes), a special figure game sequence branch table to be referred to for branching to a process corresponding to the special figure game process number is set in the register (step A5), and the special figure game is used using the table. A process (step A6) of acquiring a branch destination address of the process corresponding to the process number is performed.
Then, after performing the process of saving the return address after the branch process to the stack area (step A7), the game branch process (step A8) is performed according to the game process number.

If the game process number is “0” in step A8, the fluctuation start of the special figure fluctuation display game is monitored, the fluctuation start setting of the special figure fluctuation display game, the setting of the effect, and the special figure fluctuation processing are performed. A special figure routine process (step A9) for setting information necessary for the execution is performed.
The details of the special figure routine process (step A9) will be described later.

If the game process number is “1” in step A8, the special figure changing process for setting the stop display time of the special figure and setting the information necessary for performing the special figure display process is performed. (Step A10) is performed.
The details of the special figure changing process (step A10) will be described later.

In step A8, if the game process number is “2”, if the game result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, the fanfare corresponding to the type of the big hit (no big hit or no big hit with a big ball) Command setting, fanfare time setting according to the big winning opening opening pattern of each big hit (no big hit or big hit with outgoing), information necessary for performing fanfare / interval processing, etc. A special figure display process (step A11) is performed.
Details of the special figure display processing (step A11) will be described later.

  In step A8, when the game process number is “3”, setting of the opening time of the big prize opening, updating of the number of times of opening, setting of information necessary for performing the processing during opening of the big prize opening, etc. are performed. Processing during fanfare / interval (step A12) is performed.

  In step A8, if the game process number is “4”, an interval command is set if the big hit round is not the final round, while a big hit end screen command is set if the big round is the final round, A large winning opening opening process (step A13) for setting information necessary for performing the winning opening remaining ball processing is performed.

  If the game process number is “5” in step A8, if the big hit round is the final round, a process for setting a time for discharging the remaining balls in the big prize opening and a big hit end process are performed. A big winning opening remaining ball process (step A14) for setting information necessary for the execution is performed.

If the game process number is “6” in step A8, a big hit end process (step A15) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure routine process (step A9) is performed.
The details of the jackpot end process (step A15) will be described later.

  In step A8, if the game process number is “7”, setting of the opening time / opening pattern of the big winning opening when the small hit occurs, and setting of information necessary for performing the process during the small hit The small hitting fanfare process (step A16) is performed.

  If the game process number is “8” in step A8, small hitting / medium processing (step A17) for setting information necessary for performing the small hit remaining ball processing is performed.

  In step A8, when the game process number is “9”, a process for setting a time for discharging the remaining balls won in the big winning opening during the small hitting process, The small hit remaining sphere process (step A18) for setting information necessary for performing the process is performed.

If the game process number is “10” in step A8, a small hit end process (step A19) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure routine process (step A9) is performed.
The details of the small hit end process (step A19) will be described later.

  Then, after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 1 indicator 51 (step A20), the symbol fluctuation | variation control process (step A21) which concerns on the special figure 1 indicator 51 is performed. Then, after preparing a table for controlling the fluctuation of the special figure 2 display 52 (step A22), the symbol fluctuation control process (step A23) related to the special figure 2 display 52 is performed, and the special figure game process is terminated. To do.

  If it is determined in step A4 that the special figure game process timer has not expired (step A4; No), the process proceeds to step A20, and the subsequent processes are performed.

[Starter switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port switch monitoring process in the above-described special figure game process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 9, in the start port switch monitoring process, first, a table for setting a start port winning effect command by the start winning port 36 (first start port) is prepared (step A111), and further, the first start port is set. After preparing the table for setting the hold information by (Step A112), the special start port switch common processing (Step A113) is performed.
The details of the special figure start port switch common process in step A113 will be described later together with the special figure start port switch common process in step A120.

Next, it is checked whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (ordinary variation winning device 37) is in operation, that is, whether or not the ordinary variation winning device 37 is activated and the game ball can be won. (Step A114) If it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory is in operation (Step A115; Yes), the process proceeds to Step A118, and the subsequent processes are performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A115 that the ordinary electric accessory is not operating (step A115; No), it is checked whether the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the fraud occurrence determination number (step A116), a process of determining whether or not the number of fraudulent winnings is equal to or greater than the fraud determination number (step A117).
The normal variation winning device 37 cannot win a game ball in the closed state, and can win a game ball only in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or fraud occurs, and when there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as an illegal winning number. Then, it is determined whether or not the number of illegal winnings thus counted is equal to or greater than a predetermined fraud occurrence determination number (upper limit value).

  If it is determined in step A117 that the number of fraudulent winnings is not greater than or equal to the number of fraud determinations (step A117; No), a table for setting a start opening prize effect command by the normal variation winning device 37 (starting opening 2) is prepared (step A118). ).

Thereafter, after preparing a table for setting information on hold by the start port 2 (step A119), the special start port switch common process (step A120) is performed, and the start port switch monitoring process is terminated.
If it is determined in step A117 that the number of illegal winnings is equal to or greater than the number of fraud determinations (step A117; Yes), the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. That is, the second start memory is not generated any more.

[Special figure start port switch common processing]
Next, details of the special start port switch common process (steps A113 and A120) in the start port switch monitoring process described above will be described.
The special figure start port switch common process is a process performed in common for each input when there is an input from the start port 1 switch 36a or the start port 2 switch 37a.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in the special drawing start port switch common process, first, of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, an input is made to the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a, etc.). Is checked (step A201), and if it is determined that there is no input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; No), the special-purpose start port switch common process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A202 that there is an input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; Yes), after saving the start port winning flag of the monitored start port switch (step A203), the big hit random number Is loaded (a big hit random number is extracted) (step A204).

  Subsequently, of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, information regarding the number of winnings to the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a) is sent to the management device outside the gaming machine 10. On the other hand, the number of times output (start port signal output number) is loaded (step A205). Then, the loaded value is updated (+1), it is checked whether or not the output count overflows (step A206), and if it is determined that the output count does not overflow (step A207; No), the updated value is set to RWM. Is saved in the start port signal output frequency area (step A208), and the process proceeds to step A209. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A207 that the number of outputs has overflowed (step A207; Yes), the process proceeds to step A209.

  Then, in step A209, among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, the update target special figure holding corresponding to the monitored start port switch (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a, etc.) is held (start memory). It is checked whether or not the number is less than the upper limit value (step A209), and processing for determining whether or not the special figure holding number is less than the upper limit value (step A210) is performed.

If it is determined in step A210 that the number of special figure hold is less than the upper limit (step A210; Yes), a process for updating (+1) the number of special figure hold to be updated (for example, the special figure 1 hold number) ( After performing step A211), processing for calculating the address of the random number save area corresponding to the special figure reservation number (step A212) is performed.
Subsequently, after preparing the decoration special figure reservation number command (MODE) of the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a) among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A213). ), Load the jackpot symbol random number of the start switch to be monitored (extract the jackpot symbol random number) (step A214), and prepare a decoration special symbol hold number command (ACTION) corresponding to the number of special symbol hold (step) A215), command setting processing (step A216) is performed.

  The jackpot random number is saved in the RWM random number save area (step A217), and the corresponding jackpot symbol random number is saved in the RWM random number save area, and the jackpot symbol random number is saved in the register (step A218). . Next, the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number 1 is loaded (the fluctuation pattern random number 1 is extracted), the loaded value is saved in the random number saving area of the RWM (step A219), and then the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number 2 is loaded ( (Variable pattern random number 2 is extracted), the loaded value is saved in the random number save area of the RWM (step A220), and then the corresponding variable pattern random number 3 is loaded (variable pattern random number 3 is extracted) and the loaded value Is saved in the random number saving area of the RWM (step A221).

  Subsequently, the jackpot symbol random number corresponding to the monitored start port switch saved in the register in step A218 is loaded, and the loaded value is prepared for use in the special figure hold information determination process (step A223) described later. (Step A222). Then, a special figure hold information determination process (step A223) is performed, and the special figure start port switch common process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A210 that the special figure hold number is not less than the upper limit (step A210; No), it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a. (Step A224), if it is determined that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is (Step A225; Yes), a decoration special figure hold number command (overflow command) is prepared (Step A226), and command setting processing (Step A227) ) To complete the special figure start port switch common process.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A225 that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is not input (step A225; No), the special-purpose start port switch common process is terminated.

[Special figure hold information judgment processing]
Next, the details of the special figure hold information determination process (step A223) in the above-described start port switch common process will be described.
The special figure hold information determination process is a look-ahead process for determining the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding start memory.

As shown in FIG. 11, first, it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common process is the input of the start port 2 switch 37a (step A231). If it is determined that the input of the two switches 37a is not input (step A232; No), it is determined whether or not the open extension function of the normal variation winning device 37 is operating, that is, the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported (during the short-time operation state) (Step A233) is performed.
Here, if it is determined that the normal variation winning device 37 is not being supported (step A233; No), a process of determining whether or not the gaming machine 10 is in a big hit (special game state) (step A234) is performed.

  If it is determined in step A234 that the jackpot is not being hit (step A234; No), the jackpot determination process for determining whether or not the acquired jackpot random number value matches the jackpot determination value is a jackpot determination process (step A235) is performed.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A233 that the normally variable winning device 37 is being supported (step A233; Yes), or if it is determined in step A234 that it is a big hit (step A234; Yes). ) Ends the special figure hold information determination process.
In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common processing is the start port 1 switch 36a, when the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or is a big hit, the start memory is stored in the start memory. The prefetch process for determining the corresponding result related information is not performed.
If it is determined in step A232 that the input is the start port 2 switch 37a (step A232; Yes), the process proceeds to step A235 without performing the processes in step A233 and step A234. The subsequent processing is performed.
In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special figure start port switch common processing is the start port 2 switch 37a, the start is performed regardless of whether the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or the big hit. A prefetching process for determining the result related information corresponding to the storage is performed.

And after performing the process (step A236) which sets a loss information table, if it determines with the determination result of the big hit determination process in step A235 not being a big hit (step A237; No), a process will transfer to step A245.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the determination result of the jackpot determination process in step A235 is a jackpot (step A237; Yes), the jackpot symbol random number check table 1 is prepared (step A238).

Next, it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special processing of the start port switch is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a (step A239), and it is not the input of the start port 1 switch 36a. If it determines with (step A240; No), it replaces with the jackpot symbol random number check table 1 prepared at step A238, and the jackpot symbol random number check table 2 is prepared (step A241).
Then, after performing a process of acquiring a winning information pointer corresponding to the jackpot symbol random number (step A242), a process of setting the address table of the jackpot information table (step A243) is performed, and the jackpot information corresponding to the winning information pointer A process of acquiring a table (step A244) is performed.
If it is determined in step A240 that the input is the start port 1 switch 36a (step A240; Yes), the process proceeds to step A242, and the big hit symbol random number check table 1 prepared in step A238 is displayed. Based on this, the subsequent processing is performed.

Next, a process of acquiring stop symbol pattern information from the information table set in step A236 or A244 (step A245) is performed, and the stop symbol pattern information is saved in the symbol information area for RWM work (step A246). .
Subsequently, a process for acquiring a start opening prize effect symbol command from the information table set in step A236 or A244 (step A247) is performed, and the start opening prize effect symbol command is saved in the winning effect symbol command area of the RWM ( Step A248).

  Next, after preparing the start port winning flag of the start port switch to be monitored among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A249), the special information set for the start port to be monitored Special figure information setting processing (step A250) is performed. Subsequently, a variation pattern setting process (step A251) for setting a variation mode of the special figure variation display game is performed.

Then, a start opening winning effect command corresponding to the variation pattern is prepared (step A252), and a command setting process (step A253) is performed. Subsequently, a start opening winning effect command command is loaded and prepared from the winning effect symbol command area (step A254), a command setting process (step A255) is performed, and the special figure hold information determination process is terminated.
In other words, the start opening prize command command is prepared in step A252, and the starting opening prize drawing command command is prepared in step A254. The effect control device 300 can be notified before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the starting memory to be performed, and in particular, by changing the number of special figure hold displayed on the display device 41, the special figure The result related information can be notified to the player before the start timing of the variable display game.
Thereby, the game control apparatus 100 functions as a game result prior determination means for determining the game result information stored in the RAM 111C corresponding to the start memory before executing the special figure variation display game based on the start memory.

[Special figure routine processing]
Next, the details of the special figure routine process (step A9) in the special figure game process described above will be described.
As shown in FIG. 12, in the special figure ordinary process, first, after performing the process (step A301) for determining whether or not to select the special fluctuation pattern table as the fluctuation pattern table, It is checked whether (2 start memory number) is 0 (step A302). Here, the fluctuation pattern table includes a normal fluctuation pattern table and a special fluctuation pattern table. The special fluctuation pattern table includes fluctuations of a plurality of fluctuation patterns constituting the table as shown in FIG. The time is set to be a certain length (for example, 10 seconds). On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 32A, the normal variation pattern table is composed of a plurality of variation patterns having a variation time of 10 seconds to 60 seconds, for example, and each variation pattern is selected at a predetermined rate. It has become.

When it is determined that the special figure 2 hold number is 0 (step A303; Yes), it is checked whether or not the special figure 1 hold number (first start memory number) is 0 (step A304).
Then, if it is determined that the special figure 1 hold number is 0 (step A305; Yes), it is checked whether or not the customer waiting demonstration has already started (step A306), and the customer waiting demonstration has not started. That is, if it is determined that the process has not been started (step A307; No), a process of saving the customer waiting demo flag in the customer waiting demo flag area (step A308) is performed.

Subsequently, a customer waiting demo command is prepared (step A309), and command setting processing (step A310) is performed.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A306 that the customer waiting demo has already started (step A307; Yes), the customer waiting demo flag is already set during the customer waiting demo (step A308), and the customer waiting demo command is also prepared ( Since step A309) and command setting processing (step A310) are also executed, the processing proceeds to step A311 without performing these processing.

  In step A311, a process for preparing a table for shifting to the special figure routine process is performed. Then, “0” is set as the process number related to the special figure routine process (step A312). Subsequently, the special figure game process timer is set to “0” (step A313), and the special figure routine process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A302 that the special figure 2 hold number is not 0 (step A303; No), special figure 2 fluctuation start processing (step A314) is performed. Details of the special figure 2 fluctuation start process in step A314 will be described later.
Thereafter, a process (step A315) for preparing a table (for special figure 2) for shifting to the special figure changing process of special figure 2 is performed (step A315), and "1" is set as the special figure game process number (step A316). . Subsequently, a process (step A317) of setting an initial value of the symbol variation control timer (timer of the blinking cycle of the special figure 2 display 52) is performed in the special figure game process timer area, and the special figure usual process is terminated. .

  If it is determined in step A304 that the special figure 1 hold number is not 0 (step A305; No), special figure 1 fluctuation start processing (step A318) is performed. Details of the special figure 1 fluctuation start process in step A318 will be described later.

Thereafter, a process (step A319) for preparing a table (for special figure 1) for shifting to the special figure changing process of special figure 1 is performed (step A319), and "1" is set as the special figure game process number (step A320). . Subsequently, a process (step A321) of setting an initial value of the symbol variation control timer (timer of the blinking cycle of the special figure 1 display 51) is performed in the special figure game process timer area, and the special figure usual process is terminated. .
In this way, when the special figure 2 hold number in step A302 and step A303 is checked before the special figure 1 hold number check in step A304 and step A305, the special figure 2 hold number is not zero. The special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step A314) will be executed. That is, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game.

[Special variation pattern table selection processing]
FIG. 13 shows an example of a specific procedure of the special variation pattern table selection process in step A301 of the special figure routine process of FIG.
As shown in FIG. 13, in the special variation pattern table selection process, first, it is determined whether or not a special variation pattern table is already selected (step A331).
Here, when the special variation pattern table is not selected (Step A331; No), it is determined whether or not the power failure is restored (Step A332). If it is determined in step A332 that the power failure has been recovered (step A332; Yes), whether or not there has been a game ball winning (starting winning) in the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable winning device 37 for a predetermined period after the power failure is recovered. Is determined (step A333). If there is no start prize for a predetermined period after restoration of the power failure (step A333; Yes), a process for setting the number of small hits counter that counts the number of occurrences of the small hits as an end condition for the special variation pattern table setting (steps) A335) is performed. Specifically, a number (integer) larger than 2 that is randomly extracted by the game control device 100 is set as the small hit counter number. Here, the game control device 100 functions as an extracting unit that randomly extracts a number greater than two.
Then, a process of selecting a special variation pattern table (step A336) is performed, and the special variation pattern table selection process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A332 that the power failure is not restored (step A332; No), it is determined whether or not the current time is a predetermined time (step A334).
Here, when the current time is a predetermined time (step A334; Yes), processing for setting the number of small hits counter (step A335) is performed, processing for selecting a special variation pattern table (step A336) is performed, and special processing is performed. The variation pattern table selection process is terminated.

  Further, when the special variation pattern table is already selected in Step A331 (Step A331; Yes), when a start prize is received within a predetermined period after the power failure is restored in Step A333 (Step A333; No), and Step If the current time is not a predetermined time in A334 (step A334; No), the special variation pattern table selection process is terminated.

[Special Figure 1 Change Start Processing]
Next, the special figure 1 fluctuation start process in the special figure usual process described above (the details of step A318 will be described).
The special figure 1 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the first special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 14, first, whether or not the first special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit. The big hit flag 1 for determining whether or not the big hit flag 1 is set (step A341). Subsequently, a small hit flag 1 setting process (step A342) for setting shift information and hit information to the small hit flag 1 for determining whether or not the first special figure variation display game is a small hit is performed.

Next, after performing the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A343) related to the setting of the first special figure stop symbol (special figure 1 stop symbol), the first special figure stop symbol number (special figure 1 stop symbol number) ) Is saved in the output data area of the test signal (step A344).
Subsequently, after the stop symbol pattern information set in the special symbol 1 stop symbol setting process is loaded (step A345), the stop symbol pattern information is saved in the symbol information area for work of the RWM (step A346).

Next, the special figure 1 fluctuation flag is set and prepared (step A347), and the special figure 1 fluctuation flag is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination flag area of the RWM (step A348).
Thereafter, a special figure information setting process (step A349) for setting special figure information is performed, and subsequently, a fluctuation pattern setting process (step A350) for setting a fluctuation mode of the first special figure fluctuation display game is performed. Thereafter, the fluctuation start information setting process (step A351) for setting the fluctuation start information of the first special figure is performed, and the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is ended.
Details of the variation pattern setting process in step A350 will be described later.

[Special Figure 2 Variation Start Processing]
Next, the special figure 2 variation start process in the special figure usual process described above (details of step A314 will be described).
The special figure 2 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the second special figure fluctuation display game, like the special figure 1 fluctuation start process described above. Specifically, as shown in FIG. A big hit flag 2 setting process (step A361) is performed for setting shift information and big hit information to the big hit flag 2 for determining whether or not the special figure variation display game is a big hit. Subsequently, a small hit flag 2 setting process (step A362) for setting shift information and hit information to the small hit flag 2 for determining whether or not the second special figure variation display game is a small hit is performed.

Next, after performing the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A363) related to the setting of the second special figure stop symbol (special figure 2 stop symbol), the second special figure stop symbol number (special figure 2 stop symbol number) ) Is saved in the output data area of the test signal (step A364).
Subsequently, after the stop symbol pattern information set in the special symbol 2 stop symbol setting process is loaded (step A365), the stop symbol pattern information is saved in the symbol information area for work of the RWM (step A366).

Next, the special figure 2 fluctuation flag is set and prepared (step A367), and the special figure 2 fluctuation flag is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination flag area of the RWM (step A368).
Thereafter, a special figure information setting process (step A369) for setting special figure information is performed, and then a fluctuation pattern setting process (step A370) for setting a fluctuation mode of the second special figure fluctuation display game is performed. Thereafter, the fluctuation start information setting process (step A371) for setting the fluctuation start information of the second special figure is performed, and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is ended.
Details of the variation pattern setting process in step A370 will be described later.

[Variation pattern setting process]
Next, the details of the variation pattern setting process (steps A350 and A370) in the above-described special figure 1 fluctuation start process and special figure 2 fluctuation start process will be described.
In this process, “hold 1 to hold 4” means special figure 1 hold memory (starting memory) 1 to special figure 1 hold memory 4 in the case of special figure 1 fluctuation start process, and special figure 2 fluctuation start process. Means special figure 2 reserved memory 1 to special figure 2 reserved memory 4.

As shown in FIG. 16, in the variation pattern setting process, first, it is determined whether or not a special variation pattern table is being selected (step A401).
Here, when the special variation pattern table is not selected (step A401; No), a process of setting the normal variation pattern table as the variation pattern table (step A402) is performed. Then, the fluctuation pattern is set with reference to the normal fluctuation pattern table, and the fluctuation pattern setting process is ended.

On the other hand, when the special variation pattern table is being selected (step A401; Yes), a special movie (special video effect) that can be displayed when a big hit with a ball is generated in the special diagram variation display game is being executed. It is determined whether or not there is (step A403).
Here, when the special movie is not executed (step A403; No), it is determined whether or not the result of the special figure variation display game corresponding to the hold 1 (starting memory 1) is a big hit with a ball exit ( Step A404). Then, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit with a ball out (step A404; Yes), a special movie 1 setting process for producing a special movie 1 in the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold 1 ( Step A405) is performed, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Here, the time (change time) during which the special movie 1 is produced corresponds to the change time h (= 10 seconds) of the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 1 (see FIG. 32B).

  Also, if the result of the special figure variation display game is not a big hit with a ball at step A404 (step A404; No), the result of the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold 2 (starting memory 2) is a big hit with a ball. It is determined whether or not there is (step A406). Then, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit with a ball (step A406; Yes), the special movie in the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold 2 from the hold 1 stored before the hold 2 is stored. The special movie 2 setting process (step A407) for performing the effect 2 is performed, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Here, the time (change time) during which the special movie 2 is produced is the time obtained by adding the change time h of the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 1 and the hold 2 and the interval time i between each special figure change display game. This corresponds to (2h + i) (see FIG. 32B).

  Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is not a big hit with a ball at step A406 or when there is no storage of the hold 2 (step A406; No), the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 3 (starting storage 3). It is determined whether or not the result is a big hit with a ball exit (step A408). Then, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit with a ball (step A408; Yes), the special movie in the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold 3 from the hold 1 stored before the hold 3 is stored. The special movie 3 setting process (step A409) for performing the effect 3 is performed, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Here, the time (change time) during which the special movie 3 is produced is the change time h of the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 1, hold 2 and hold 3, and the interval time i between each special figure change display game. This corresponds to the added time (3h + 2i) (see FIG. 32B).

In addition, if the result of the special figure variation display game is not a big hit with a ball at step A408, or if there is no storage of the hold 3 (step A408; No), the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 4 (starting storage 4). It is determined whether or not the result is a big hit with a ball exit (step A410). Then, if the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit with a ball out (step A410; Yes), the special movie in the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold 4 from the hold 1 stored before the hold 4 is stored. The special movie 4 setting process (step A411) for performing effect 4 is performed, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. Here, the time (change time) during which the special movie 4 is produced is the change time h of the special figure change display game corresponding to the hold 1, hold 2, hold 3 and hold 4 and the interval between each special figure change display game. This corresponds to the time (4h + 3i) obtained by adding the time i (see FIG. 32B).
Here, the game control device 100 determines that the game control device 100 determines that the game result information that is a big hit with a ball is stored in the RAM 111B when the special variation pattern table is acquired. A special video that displays a series of special movies on the display device 41 in the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the starting memory corresponding to the start-up memory from the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the previously stored starting memory. It functions as an effect display control means.

Also, if the result of the special figure variation display game is not a big hit with a ball at step A410 or if there is no storage of the hold 4 (step A410; No), the variation pattern (special variation pattern) is referred to the special variation pattern table. Is set, and the variation pattern setting process is terminated.
If a special movie is being executed in step A403 (step A403; Yes), the variation pattern setting process is terminated.

[Special figure changing process]
Next, the details of the special figure changing process (step A10) in the special figure game process described above will be described.
As shown in FIG. 17, in the special figure changing process, first, a special figure stop time pointer is set (step A521) when a special result mode is derived in the special figure change display game and a big hit is made. .

Next, it is checked whether the stop symbol pattern information is a jackpot symbol pattern (step A522), and if the stop symbol pattern is determined to be a jackpot symbol pattern (step A523; Yes), the jackpot set in step A521 is obtained. If the special figure stop time pointer is set, the process proceeds to step A525.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A523 that the stop symbol pattern is not a big hit symbol, that is, it is an outlier symbol (step A523; No), the special result mode is not derived in the special symbol variation display game, and the symbol pattern is lost. The special figure stop time pointer is set (step A524).

  Then, a process for setting the special figure stop time table (step A525) is performed, and the stop time corresponding to the special figure stop time pointer set in either step A521 or A524, that is, set in step A521. Obtained after performing processing (step A526) for obtaining a stop time corresponding to either the special figure stop time pointer at the time of big hit or the special figure stop time pointer at the time of loss set in step A524 The stop time is saved in the special game process timer area (step A527).

  Then, after setting the process number “2” related to the special figure display process (step A528), a process for preparing a table for shifting to the special figure display process (step A529) is performed.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not a special movie is being executed (step A530).
Here, when the special movie is not being executed (step A530; No), a normal stop command is prepared (step A531), a command setting process (step A535) is performed, and the special figure changing process is terminated.
On the other hand, when the special movie is being executed (step A530; Yes), it is determined whether or not the stop symbol pattern information in the changing special symbol variation display game is a big hit symbol pattern with a ball exit (step A532). . If the stop symbol pattern information is not a big hit symbol pattern with a ball (Step A532; No), a special movie continuation command is prepared (Step A533), command setting processing (Step A535) is performed, and the special symbol variation is performed. End the middle process. If the stop symbol pattern information is a big hit symbol pattern with a ball at step A532 (step A532; Yes), a special movie end command is prepared (step A534), command setting processing (step A535) is performed, The special figure changing process is terminated.

[Special figure display processing]
Next, details of the special figure display process (step A11) in the special figure game process described above will be described.
As shown in FIG. 18, in the special figure displaying process, first, the big hit flag 2 set in the big hit flag 2 setting process in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is loaded (step A541), and the RWM big hit flag 2 is loaded. Processing for clearing the area (step A542) is performed.

Next, the loaded jackpot flag 2 is checked (step A543), and if it is determined that the jackpot is hit (step A544; Yes), processing for clearing the RWM jackpot flag 1 area is performed (step A550), and the second A signal related to the big hit (special figure 2 big hit) of the special figure fluctuation display game is saved in the test signal output data area of the RWM (step A551), and the process proceeds to step A552 shown in FIG.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A544 that the big hit flag 2 is not big hit (step A544; No), the big hit flag 1 set in the big hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is loaded. (Step A545), a process of clearing the RWM big hit flag 1 area (Step A546) is performed.
Subsequently, the loaded jackpot flag 1 is checked (step A547), and if it is determined that the jackpot is a jackpot (step A548; Yes), a signal relating to the jackpot (special chart one jackpot) of the first special figure variation display game is sent to the RWM. Are saved in the test signal output data area (step A549), and the process proceeds to step A552.

Then, after the signal related to the big hit in FIG. 2 is saved in the test signal output data area of the RWM, processing for setting the round number upper limit value table (step A552) is performed.
Next, after obtaining the round number upper limit value corresponding to the round number upper limit determination flag (step A553), the round number upper limit value is saved in the round number upper limit area of the RWM (step A554). Subsequently, after obtaining the round LED pointer corresponding to the round number upper limit determination flag (step A555), the round LED pointer is saved in the round LED pointer area of the RWM (step A556).

Next, a probability information command related to information for setting the probability of a hit result in the normal map variation display game and the special map variation display game as a normal probability state (low probability state) is prepared (step A557), and command setting processing is performed. (Step A558) is performed.
Subsequently, a fanfare command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern information is prepared (step A559), and a command setting process (step A560) is performed.
After that, a decoration special figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern information related to the decoration special figure variation display game is loaded and prepared from the decoration special figure command area of the RWM (step A561), and a command setting process (step A562) is performed.

Next, a signal corresponding to the special winning opening opening information determination flag is saved in the external information output data area of the RWM (step A563).
Subsequently, after saving a signal corresponding to the probability state of the winning result in the normal figure fluctuation display game and the special figure fluctuation display game in the external information output data area of the RWM (step A564), the big opening opening information determination The fanfare time corresponding to the flag is set (step A565), the processing number “3” relating to the fanfare / interval processing is set (step A566), and the fanfare time is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A566). A567).

Thereafter, after resetting the number of illegal winnings to the special winning opening (step A568), the illegal winning period non-monitoring period flag is saved in the special winning opening illegal monitoring period flag area (step A569).
Then, a process for preparing a table for shifting to the fanfare / interval process (step A570) is performed, and the special figure display process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A548 that the big hit flag 1 is not a big hit (No in step A548) as a result of the check, as indicated by reference numeral 2, the process proceeds to step A571 in FIG.

  In step A571, the small hit flag 1 set in the small hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 variation start process is loaded (step A571), and the RWM small hit flag 1 area is cleared (step A572). I do.

Next, the loaded small hit flag 1 is checked (step A573), and if it is determined that the small hit flag (step A574; Yes), the process proceeds to step A579.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A574 that the small hit flag 1 is not a small hit (step A574; No) as a result of the check of the small hit flag 1, the small hit flag set in the small hit flag 2 setting process in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is determined. 2 is loaded (step A575), and the process of clearing the RWM small hitting flag 2 region (step A576) is performed.
Subsequently, the loaded small hit flag 2 is checked (step A577), and if it is determined that the small hit is made (step A578; Yes), the process proceeds to step A579.

In step A579, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a short time state in which the special figure fluctuation display game and the normal figure fluctuation display game are set to the short-time operation state and the opening time of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is extended.
Here, if it is determined that the gaming state is not the time-saving state (step A579; No), the special figure display processing is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A579 that the gaming state is the short-time state (step A579; Yes), the time-reduced variation number related to the number of times (for example, 100 times) the special figure variation display game is performed in the short-time operation state is calculated. After the update (−1) (step A580), a process (step A581) for determining whether or not the number of time-change fluctuations after the update is 0 is performed.

Here, if it is determined that the number of time reduction fluctuations is not 0 (step A581; No), the special figure display in-process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A581 that the number of time reduction fluctuations is 0 (step A581; Yes), that is, a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in which the special figure fluctuation display game is in the time-short operation state in the time-short state. When the execution of is completed, the probability information command for ending the short-time operation state of the special figure fluctuation display game and the normal figure fluctuation display game and the state of extending the opening time of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (short-time state) Preparation (step A582) and command setting processing (step A583) are performed.
Thereafter, a small hitting fanfare command is prepared (step A584), and command setting processing (step A585) is performed.

  Subsequently, a decoration special figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern information related to the decoration special figure variation display game is loaded and prepared from the decoration special figure command area of the RWM (step A586), and a command setting process (step A587) is performed. . Then, the processing number “7” related to the small hit fanfare process is set (step A588), the small hit fanfare time is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A589), and the process proceeds to the small hit fanfare process. A process for preparing a table to be executed (step A590) is performed, and the special figure display process is terminated.

  Further, in step A577, the loaded small hit flag 2 is checked, and if it is determined that there is no small hit (step A578; No), the process proceeds to step A591 shown in FIG.

In Step A591, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a time saving state.
Here, if it is determined that the gaming state is not the time saving state (step A591; No), the process proceeds to step A601, where “0” is set as the processing number related to the special figure normal processing, and the special figure game processing timer is set to “0”. ”Is set (step A602), and the special figure display process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A591 that the gaming state is the short-time state (step A591; Yes), whether or not the special effect table is being selected after the time shortening fluctuation count is updated (-1) (step A592). It is determined whether or not (step A593). Here, the special effect table is a table for determining the contents of the variable game effect in the special figure variable display game, and an effect different from the effect based on the normal effect table selected at the normal time can be executed. . In addition, the special performance table has a big hit with a ball during the selection of the special variation pattern table, and after the big hit with the ball is finished, until the next big hit occurs, or a predetermined number of times after the big hit is finished. It is a table selected only during a special figure change display game. Therefore, by using the special effect table, it is possible to execute a variable game effect that can be seen only during the period in which the special effect table is selected.

  If it is determined in step A593 that the special performance table is being selected (step A593; Yes), then, whether or not the gaming state in the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (high probability state). Is determined (step A594).

In step A594, when it is determined that the gaming state in the special figure variation display game is not the probability variation state (step A594; No), the production table transition condition from the special production table to the normal production table (for example, time shortening variation number = 50) is established (step A595), and if the production table transition condition is established (step A596; Yes), a process of selecting a normal production table (step A597) is performed, and step A598 is performed. Transition.
Here, when the game control apparatus 100 derives a normal big hit with a ball out (for example, 15R normal big hit) as a special result when the special variation pattern table is acquired, the game control device 100 is special based on the normal big hit with the ball out. Special effects until the next big hit with a ball, big jack without a ball or small hit is derived after the game state ends, or until a special number variation display game is executed a predetermined number of times (50 times) It functions as an effect table acquisition means for acquiring a table.

  Further, when it is determined in step A593 that the special effect table is not selected (step A593; No), in step A594, when it is determined that the gaming state in the special figure variation display game is a certain change state (step A594). Yes) and if the effect table transition condition is not satisfied in step A596 (step A596; No), the process proceeds to step A598 without performing the process of selecting the normal effect table (step A597).

In step A598, a process of determining whether or not the number of time reduction fluctuations after the process of step A592 is zero is performed.
Here, if it is determined that the number of time reduction fluctuations is not 0 (step A598; No), the process proceeds to step A601, "0" is set as the process number related to the special figure normal process, and the special figure game process timer is set. Is set to “0” (step A602), and the special figure display process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A598 that the number of time reduction fluctuations is 0 (step A598; Yes), that is, a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) when the special figure fluctuation display game is in the short-time operation state in the short-time state. When the execution of is completed, the probability information command for ending the short-time operation state of the special figure fluctuation display game and the normal figure fluctuation display game and the state of extending the opening time of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (short-time state) Preparation (step A599) and command setting processing (step A600) are performed.
Thereafter, “0” is set as the process number related to the special figure normal process (step A601), the special figure game process timer is set to “0” (step A602), and the special figure display process is terminated. .

[Big hits end processing]
Next, the details of the jackpot end process (step A15) in the above-described special figure game process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 22, in the jackpot end process, first, it is checked whether the probability variation determination flag is a flag indicating a high probability entry (step A641). If the probability variation determination flag is determined to be “high probability entry” (step A642: Yes), the jackpot end setting process 1 in step A643 is executed, and the probability variation determination flag is “not high probability entry” (step A642: No). ), The big hit end setting process 2 in step A644 is executed. Thereafter, a probability information command corresponding to the probability variation determination flag is prepared (step A645), and command setting processing (step A646) is performed.

  Next, the fluctuation distribution determination flag is loaded, and the loaded value is saved in the fluctuation pattern distribution information area (steps A647 and A648). Thereafter, “0” is set as the process number related to the special figure normal process (step A649), the special figure game process timer is set to “0” (step A650), and the process proceeds to the special figure normal process. Are prepared (step A651), and the jackpot end processing is terminated.

[Big jackpot end setting 1]
FIG. 23 shows the detailed procedure of the jackpot end setting process 1 in step A643 of the jackpot end process, and FIG. 24 shows the detailed procedure of the jackpot end setting process 2 in step A644 of the jackpot end process.

  As shown in FIG. 23, the big hit end setting process 1 in step A643 relates to a high probability start indicating that the probability of a big hit result in the special figure fluctuation display game after the big hit ends becomes a high probability state (probability change state). A process of saving the signal in the external information output data area (step A643a) and a process of saving the signal related to the high probability start in the test signal output data area (step A643b) are performed. Further, a process of saving the number at the time of high probability in the game state display number area (step A643c), and a process of checking whether the special variation pattern table has been selected until the jackpot end setting process 1 is performed (step A643d). )I do.

Here, when the special variation pattern table is selected (step A643e; Yes), it is determined whether or not the processing target is a big hit with a ball exit (step A643f). And when the said process target is a big hit with a ball-out (step A643f; Yes), the process (step A643g) which selects a special effect table is performed, and the process (step A643i) which selects a normal fluctuation pattern table is performed. On the other hand, in step A643f, if the processing target is not a big hit with a ball, that is, a big hit without a ball (step A643f; No), a process of selecting a normal performance table (step A643h) is performed, and a normal variation pattern table The process (step A643i) which selects is performed.
As a result, the game control apparatus 100 obtains a special variation pattern table for obtaining a special variation pattern table after a predetermined condition is satisfied and until a big hit with a given ball, a big hit without a given ball, or a predetermined number of small hits occur. Function as.

  Next, a process for saving the general figure high probability state / general power support flag indicating the general figure high probability state / general power support state in the general figure game mode flag area (step A643j), and the high probability state in the special figure game mode flag area In addition, processing for saving a high probability / time reduction flag indicating a time-short state (step A643k) and processing for saving a probability information command (high probability) in the transmission command area upon power failure recovery (step A6431) are performed. Thereafter, the time shortening variation number area for storing information indicating the time shortening variation number (for example, 100 times) is reset (step A643m), and the jackpot end setting process 1 is terminated.

If the special variation pattern table is not selected in step A643e (step A643e; No), it is checked whether the special effect table has been selected until the jackpot end setting process 1 is performed (step A643n). When the special effect table has been selected (step A643o; Yes), after performing the process of selecting the normal effect table (step A643p), the process after step A643i is performed, and the jackpot end setting process 1 is completed. .
Here, when the game control apparatus 100 derives a probability variation big hit with a given ball (for example, 15R probability big hit) as a special result when the special variation pattern table is acquired, a special control based on the probability variation big hit with the given ball is obtained. It functions as an effect table acquisition means for acquiring a special effect table until the next big hit or the small hit is derived after the game state ends.

  On the other hand, when the special effect table is not selected in step A643o (step A643o; No), step A643p is skipped, the process after step A643i is performed, and the big hit end setting process 1 is ended.

[Big hit end setting process 2]
As shown in FIG. 24, in the big hit end setting process 2 of step A644, a process for saving in the external information output data area a signal related to a short start indicating that the fluctuation time is shortened in the special figure fluctuation display game after the big hit ends. (Step A644a), a process (Step A644b) for saving a signal related to the start of time reduction in the test signal output data area is performed. Further, a process for saving the number of the short time in the game state display number area (step A644c) is performed, and a process for checking whether the special variation pattern table has been selected until the jackpot end setting process 2 is performed (step A644d). I do.

Here, when the special variation pattern table is selected (step A644e; Yes), it is determined whether or not the processing target is a big hit with a ball exit (step A644f). When the processing target is a big hit with a ball (step A644f; Yes), a process for selecting a special effect table (step A644g) is performed, and a process for selecting a normal variation pattern table (step A644i) is performed. On the other hand, in step A644f, when the processing target is not a big hit with a ball, that is, a big hit without a ball (step A644f; No), a process of selecting a normal performance table (step A644h) is performed, and a normal fluctuation pattern table The process (step A644i) which selects is performed.
As a result, the game control apparatus 100 obtains a special variation pattern table for obtaining a special variation pattern table after a predetermined condition is satisfied and until a big hit with a given ball, a big hit without a given ball, or a predetermined number of small hits occur. Function as.

  Next, a process for saving the ordinary high probability state / general power support flag in the ordinary game mode flag area (step A644j), and a low probability / shorter time flag indicating a low probability state and a short time state in the special figure game mode flag area. (Step A644k), and a process (step A644l) for saving the probability information command (short time) in the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery. Thereafter, the initial value is saved in the time shortening variation number area for storing information indicating the time shortening variation number (step A644m), and the jackpot end setting process 2 is terminated.

If the special variation pattern table is not selected in step A644e (step A644e; No), it is checked whether the special effect table has been selected until the jackpot end setting process 2 is performed (step A644n). When the special effect table has been selected (step A644o; Yes), after performing the process of selecting the normal effect table (step A644p), the process after step A644i is performed, and the jackpot end setting process 2 is completed. .
On the other hand, when the special performance table is not selected in step A644o (step A644o; No), step A644p is skipped, the processing after step A644i is performed, and the big hit end setting processing 2 is ended.

[Small hit end processing (special figure normal processing transition setting processing)]
Next, details of the small hit end process (step A19) in the above-described special figure game process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 25, in the small hit end process, first, “0” is set as the process number related to the special figure ordinary process (step A661), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A661). A662). Thereafter, processing for saving a signal related to the end of the small hit in the external information output data area (step A663) and processing for saving a signal related to the end of the small hit in the test signal output data area (step A664) are performed.

  Subsequently, processing for saving the flag during the fraud monitoring period in the prize winning fraud monitoring period flag area holding the prize winning fraud monitoring period flag (step A665), information on the pointer area of the round LED indicating the number of rounds of the big hit A reset process (step A666) is performed. Thereafter, it is checked whether the special variation pattern table has been selected until such a small hit end process is performed (step A667).

If the special variation pattern table has been selected (step A668; Yes), after updating (-1) the small hit counter that counts the number of occurrences of the small hit, which is the end condition of the special variation pattern table setting ( Step A669), a process of determining whether or not the value of the updated small hit counter is 0 (step A670). When the updated value of the small hit counter is 0 (step A670; Yes), a process of selecting the normal variation pattern table (step A671) is performed, and the small hit end process is terminated. On the other hand, if the updated small hit counter value is not 0 in step A670 (step A670; No), step A671 is skipped and the small hit end process is terminated.
Thereby, the game control apparatus 100 functions as a variation pattern table acquisition unit that acquires a special variation pattern table until a predetermined number of small hits occurs after a predetermined condition is satisfied.

On the other hand, if the special variation pattern table is not selected in step A668 (step A668; No), a process for checking whether the special effect table has been selected until such a small hit end process is performed (step A672). I do.
Here, when the special effect table is selected (step A673; Yes), the process of selecting the normal effect table (step A674) is performed, and the small hit end process is ended. On the other hand, when the special effect table is not selected in step A673 (step A673; No), step A674 is skipped and the small hit end processing is ended.
As a result, when the game control device 100 derives a probability variation big hit with a ball exit (for example, a 15R probability big hit) as a special result when the special variation pattern table is acquired, a special control based on the probability variation big hit with a ball departure is made. After the gaming state is finished, a special performance table is acquired until the next big hit or small hit is derived. When the special variation pattern table is acquired, a special big hit with a ball as a special result (for example, 15R normal) In the case of deriving the big hit), after the special game state based on the normal big hit with the ball is finished, until the next big hit or the small hit is derived, or for a predetermined number (50 times) of the special figure change display game Until it is executed, it functions as an effect table acquisition means for acquiring a special effect table.

  In the effect control device 300, as processing related to the game, main processing shown in FIG. 26 and interruption processing shown in FIG. 27 performed every predetermined time (for example, every 4 msec) are mainly performed. In the main process, the entire program is controlled. As shown in FIG. 26, in the main process, the process at the start of the program is first performed. As processing at the start of the program, first, initialization processing at power-on (step B10) is performed, and processing for starting a timer (step B11) is performed.

  Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop processing, first, main command analysis processing (step B12) is performed. In this main command analysis process (step B12), it is determined whether or not a command related to a game transmitted from the game control device 100 has been correctly received. If the command has been correctly received, a process of determining the command is performed.

  Thereafter, a pre-reading effect process (step B13) for setting an effect based on the result of the pre-reading process (special figure holding information determination process) performed at the occurrence of the start memory in the game control device 100 is performed, and it corresponds to the special figure variation display game. Then, a game management process (step B14) related to the control of the decorative special figure variation display game executed in this manner is performed. Then, a display control process (step B15) which is a process related to display on the display device 41, a sound control process (step B16) which is a process related to output of sound, a decoration device (board decoration device 42, frame decoration device 18, board effect device) 44, a frame effect device 45, etc.), which is a process related to the control, is performed (step B17). Further, an error monitoring process (step B18) for monitoring the occurrence of an error, a random number update process (step B19) for updating a random number for determining details of the variation mode of the decoration special figure variation display game, a main command analysis process (step B19) Return to step B12).

  As shown in FIG. 27, in the interrupt process, first, a timer update process (step B20) is performed, and an input process (step B21) for processing a signal input to the effect control device 300 is output from the effect control device 300. The output process (step B22) for processing the signal is performed. Thereafter, a main command reception process (step B23) for receiving a game-related command transmitted from the game control apparatus 100 is performed, and the interrupt process is terminated.

[Game management processing]
FIG. 28 shows a game management process (step B14) performed in the main process shown in FIG. In this game management process, a control process number is acquired, and a process to be executed is selected based on the acquired control process number.

  When the control process number is 0 (step B30; Yes), a change start process (step B31) is performed. In this variation start process, the variation start of the special figure variation display game is monitored, and information necessary for the decoration special map variation display game is set. In the setting of information necessary for playing this decoration special figure variation display game, for example, based on information transmitted from the game control device 100 (whether it is a big hit, mode information, variation pattern information, etc.) (Variable time, etc.)

  When the control process number is 1 (step B32; Yes), the setting of the stop display time of the result in the decorative special symbol variation display game is set as information necessary for performing the symbol stop process (step B35). The changing process to be performed (step B33) is performed. When the control process number is 2 (step B34; Yes), the symbol stop process (step B35) is performed. In the symbol stop process (step B35), if the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit or a small hit, information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval process (step B37) is set. If the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is out of place, information is set to shift to the fluctuation start process (step B31).

  If the control processing number is 3 (step B36; Yes), fanfare / interval processing (step B37) is performed in which processing such as updating the number of times the special winning opening is opened in the special game state. If the control process number is 4 (step B38; Yes), a special winning opening open process (step B39) is performed. In the special winning opening opening process (step B39), if the special game state is not the final round, information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval process (step B37) is set. Further, if the special game state is the final round, the display of the special game state end screen and the setting of information necessary for performing the winning prize remaining ball processing (step B41) are performed.

  When the control process number is 5 (step B40; Yes), the big winning opening remaining ball process (step B41) is performed. In this special winning opening remaining ball processing (step B41), when the special game state is the final round, all game balls remaining in the large winning opening after the special winning opening is closed are detected by the count switch 38a. Set the time. When the control process number is 6 (step B42; Yes), a big hit end process (step B43) is performed. In this jackpot end process (step B43), a process for ending the special gaming state is performed, and information necessary for performing the change start process (step B31) is set.

FIG. 29 is a diagram for explaining a change mode of the variation pattern table used for determining the variation time of the special figure variation display game in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment.
Specifically, FIGS. 29A to 29C show the variation pattern table selected when the first small hit or big hit occurs when the special variation pattern table is selected as the variation pattern table. It is shown.

  FIG. 29A shows a variation pattern table that is selected when the first small hit occurs when the special variation pattern table is selected. In this case, since the number of small hit counters set in the special variation pattern table selection process (see FIG. 13) has not reached 0 (see FIG. 25), the special variation pattern table is continuously selected. .

FIG. 29B shows a variation pattern table that is selected when a big hit without exit (for example, 2R big hit that is a latent probability change) occurs as the first big hit in the state where the special fluctuation pattern table is selected. ing. In this case, since the special variation pattern table is selected until the big hit, the normal variation pattern table is selected after the big hit (see FIGS. 23 and 24).
As a result, when a special hit in which the special variation winning device 38 repeats the opening / closing operation a predetermined number of times or a big hit similar to the opening / closing operation of the special variation winning device 38 occurs, the change of the fluctuation pattern before and after the occurrence of the winning Thus, it is possible to distinguish whether the hit is a small hit or a big hit.

  FIG. 29C shows a variation pattern table that is selected when a big hit with an outgoing ball (for example, 15R big hit) occurs as the first big hit in a state where the special fluctuation pattern table is selected. In this case, the special variation pattern table has been selected until the big hit, as in the case where the big hit without exiting has occurred, and thus the normal variation pattern table is selected after the big hit (FIGS. 23 and 24). reference).

  Next, a change mode of the variation pattern table corresponding to the hit that occurs after the first small hit occurs in the state where the special variation pattern table is selected will be described with reference to FIGS.

  FIG. 30A shows how the variation pattern table is changed in the case where a big hit with no exit is next generated after the first small hit. In this case, as described with reference to FIG. 29A, the first variation pattern table after the small hit is the special variation pattern table. Then, after the big hit with no ball, as described with reference to FIG. 29B, the special variation pattern table is switched to the normal variation pattern table.

  FIG. 30B shows how the variation pattern table is changed when the second small hit occurs after the first small hit. In this example, it is assumed that “3” is set as the initial value for the number of small hit counters. In this case, the variation pattern table after the first small hit is the special variation pattern table, and the number of small hit counters at this time is 1 and has not reached 0 even after the second small hit. (See FIG. 25), the special variation pattern table is continuously selected. Although illustration is omitted, when the third small hit occurs thereafter, the special variation pattern table is switched to the normal variation pattern table.

FIG. 30C shows how the variation pattern table is changed when the second small hit occurs after the first small hit, as in FIG. 30B. In this example, it is assumed that “2” is set as the initial value for the number of small hit counters. In this case, the first variation pattern table after the small hit is the special variation pattern table. After the second small hit, the number of small hit counters becomes 0 (see FIG. 25), so that the special variation pattern table is switched to the normal variation pattern table.
Thereby, when the number of small counters (number of 2 or more) set as the initial value can be selected at random, the variation pattern table is switched by the second and subsequent hits in a state where the special variation pattern table is selected. Therefore, it is difficult to easily determine whether it is caused by the occurrence of the small hit or the occurrence of the big hit without exiting.

  Next, FIG. 31 (A) and (A) and FIG. 31 (A) and FIG. 31 (A) and FIG. 31 (A) and FIG. A description will be given using B).

  FIG. 31A shows how the effect table is changed when a big hit with a ball is generated as the first big hit (probability big hit). In this case, the production table is switched from the normal production table to the special production table at the start timing t1 of the short-time state after the end of the big hit with the ball (see FIGS. 23 and 24). The special effect table is continuously selected until the next big hit or small hit occurs, and the special effect table is switched from the special effect table to the normal effect table after the end of the big hit or the small hit (see FIGS. 23 and 24).

On the other hand, FIG. 31 (B) shows a change mode of the effect table in the case where a big hit with exit (non-probable big hit) occurs as the first big hit. In this case, the effect table is switched from the normal effect table to the special effect table at the start timing t1 in the short-time state after the end of the big hit, similarly to the case where the big hit with a ball is generated (probability change big hit) (FIGS. 23 and FIG. 23). 24). Then, at time t2 when the conditions for transition of the effect table are satisfied (for example, timing of digesting 50 special figure change display games in the short time state) t2, the effect table is switched from the special effect table to the normal effect table (FIG. 21). reference). In addition, when the next big hit or small hit occurs before reaching the timing t2 when the transition condition of the production table is satisfied, the normal effect table is changed from the special effect table after the big hit or the small hit ends without waiting for the timing t2. It will be switched to.
As a result, by determining whether or not the effect table is switched from the special effect table to the normal effect table in the short-time state, the first big hit with a ball that occurred in the state where the special variation pattern table is selected is the probability variable big hit. It is possible to determine whether or not.

Next, an example of effect display by a special movie will be described with reference to FIGS. 33 and 34. FIG.
FIG. 33 is a timing chart when a special movie effect display is executed, and FIG. 34 is a diagram showing a special movie effect display example on the display device 41.
Note that the results of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start winning signals A to C shown in FIG. 33 are all out of place, and the result of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start winning signal D is a big hit with a ball. To do. The generation of the start winning signals A to D is based on the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening 36. In addition, the special variation pattern table is selected during the period from when the special variation pattern table selection condition is satisfied until the special figure variation display game based on the start winning signal D is finished. A special figure fluctuation display game of the fluctuation time h (= 10 seconds; see FIG. 32A) will be played.

  As shown in FIG. 33, when a start winning signal D is generated by winning a game ball in the start winning opening 36, special figure hold information determination processing (see FIG. 11) is performed. In this special figure hold information determination process, it is determined that the result of the special figure variation display game based on the start winning signal D is a big hit with a ball, and as shown in FIG. The start memory display corresponding to the start winning signal D (circle mark indicating that the digestion order is fourth) is blinked.

  Next, when the special symbol of the special figure 1 indicator 51 stops at the timing t2 (see FIG. 33), as shown in FIG. 34 (b), the variable game effect on the display device 41 is also stopped, and the decoration representing the deviation is displayed. Special symbols (for example, “2” “8” “5”) are displayed. Then, at the timing t3 when the predetermined interval time i has elapsed, the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start winning signal A is started, and as shown in FIG. 33, the special figure fluctuation of the special figure 1 display 51 is started. The Rukoto. At this time, the change pattern setting process (see FIG. 16) displays based on the fact that the result of the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the hold memory (starting memory) 4 in which the digestion order is fourth is a big hit with a ball. A setting process for executing the special movie 4 as a variable game effect of the device 41 is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (c), the display device 41 performs an effect display of a “special chance game” as a special movie, and the start memory display (four circles at the lower left of the display device 41) is regarded as a sphere. A game is performed in which such a ball is placed in the basket displayed at the lower right of the display device 41. At this time, the decorative special map is displayed in the upper right of the display device 41.

  When the special symbol of the special figure 1 indicator 51 stops at the timing t4 when the fluctuation time h has elapsed (see FIG. 33), the display device 41 is based on the start winning signal A as shown in FIG. The ball representing the on-hold memory 1 (starting memory display with the first digestion order) is broken without entering the basket and the characters “failure ...” are displayed together with the number “9”. At this time, the decorative special drawings (“7”, “9”, “7”) are displayed on the upper right of the display device 41. At this time, the special movie is being executed (step A530; Yes), and the result of the special figure change display game based on the start winning signal A is out of step (step A532; No), as shown in FIG. The special movie is continued (step A533).

  Subsequently, the special symbol variation display game based on the start winning signal B is started at the timing t5 when the predetermined interval time i has elapsed, and the variation of the special symbol of the special diagram 1 display 51 is started as shown in FIG. Will be. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (e), the special movie is continued on the display device 41, and a ball representing the reserved memory 2 based on the start winning signal B (starting memory display with the second digestion order) is put in the basket. I do. At this time, only the middle symbol is displayed in a variable manner in the state where the left and right symbols of the decorative special symbol are stopped at “7” at the upper right of the display device 41.

  When the special symbol of the special figure 1 display 51 stops at the timing t6 when the fluctuation time h has elapsed (see FIG. 33), the display device 41 is based on the start winning signal B as shown in FIG. The ball representing the on-hold memory 2 (starting memory display with the second digestion order) is broken without entering the basket and the letters “Oh!” Are displayed together with the number “2”. At this time, the decorative special drawings (“7”, “2”, “7”) are displayed on the upper right of the display device 41. At this time, a special movie is being executed (step A530; Yes), and the result of the special figure variation display game based on the start winning signal B is out of step (step A532; No). As shown in FIG. The special movie is continued (step A533).

  Subsequently, at a timing t7 when a predetermined interval time i has elapsed, a special figure fluctuation display game based on the start winning signal C is started, and as shown in FIG. 33, the special figure fluctuation of the special figure 1 display 51 starts. Will be. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (g), the special movie is continued on the display device 41, and a game in which a ball representing the reserved memory 3 based on the start winning signal C (starting memory display with the third digestion order) is placed in the cage. I do. At this time, only the middle symbol is displayed in a variable manner in the state where the left and right symbols of the decorative special symbol are stopped at “7” at the upper right of the display device 41.

  When the special symbol of the special figure 1 display 51 stops at the timing t8 when the fluctuation time h has elapsed (see FIG. 33), the display device 41 is based on the start winning signal C as shown in FIG. The ball representing the reserved memory 3 (starting memory display with the third digestion order) is broken without entering the basket, and the characters “More!” Are displayed together with the number “5”. At this time, the decorative special drawings (“7”, “5”, “7”) are displayed on the upper right of the display device 41. At this time, a special movie is being executed (step A530; Yes), and the result of the special figure change display game based on the start winning signal C is out of step (step A532; No). As shown in FIG. The special movie is continued (step A533).

  Subsequently, at a timing t9 when a predetermined interval time i has elapsed, a special figure variation display game based on the start winning signal D is started, and as shown in FIG. 33, the special symbol variation of the special figure 1 display 51 starts. Will be. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (i), the special movie is continued on the display device 41, and a ball representing the reserved memory 4 based on the start winning signal D (starting memory display with the fourth digestion order) is put in the basket. I do. At this time, only the middle symbol is displayed in a variable manner in the state where the left and right symbols of the decorative special symbol are stopped at “7” at the upper right of the display device 41.

  When the special symbol of the special figure 1 display 51 stops at the timing t10 when the fluctuation time h has elapsed (see FIG. 33), the display device 41 is based on the start winning signal D as shown in FIG. A ball representing the on-hold memory 4 (starting memory display with the fourth digestion order) enters the bag and the characters “success” are displayed together with the numbers “7”, “7”, and “7”. At this time, a special movie is being executed (step A530; Yes), and the result of the special figure change display game based on the start winning signal D is a big hit with a ball out (step A532; Yes), which is shown in FIG. In this way, the special movie ends (step A533).

From the above, according to the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when there is no start prize for a predetermined period after the power failure is restored (step A333; Yes), or when the current time is a predetermined time (step A334; Yes). ), The game control device 100 acquires a special variation pattern table, and after the occurrence of a big hit with a ball (for example, 15R big hit) or a big hit without a ball (for example, a 2R big hit), or a predetermined number of small hits, the normal fluctuation occurs. By acquiring the pattern table, it is possible to determine the type of hit that triggered the change of the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, in particular, the big hits and small hits that are difficult to distinguish. As a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.
In addition, after the predetermined condition is established as described above, the ability to attract customers during such a period is improved by increasing the interest of the game before the big hit with or without the ball or the big hit without the ball or the predetermined number of small hits occurs. Thus, the operating rate of the gaming machine during such a period can be improved.
Furthermore, as a condition for switching the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table, a predetermined number of small hits occur in addition to the case where a big hit with or without a ball occurs after the predetermined condition is satisfied. By adding the case, it is possible to suppress the special variation pattern table from continuing for a long time and to adjust the duration appropriately.

  In addition, even by skilled players, it is not possible to easily distinguish the hit type by randomly setting the number of small hits that is a condition for switching the fluctuation pattern table from the special fluctuation pattern table to the normal fluctuation pattern table. By doing so, it is possible to achieve a profit balance between the game store side and the player side.

In addition, since the variation time in the special figure variation display game according to the variation pattern selected based on the special variation pattern table is the same length in any special figure variation display game, the set variation pattern table has the special variation. It becomes possible to easily determine whether it is a pattern table or a normal variation pattern table.
Furthermore, since the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the special variation pattern table is 10 seconds, which is the shortest of the variation times (10 seconds to 60 seconds) of the variation pattern that can be selected in the normal time, While it is set, it is possible to efficiently execute the special figure variation display game.

In addition, when it is determined that there is a start memory for deriving a big hit with a ball as a result of the pre-reading process (special figure hold information determination process), the start stored before the start memory that becomes the big hit with a ball Since the special movie can be displayed on the display device 41 from the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the memory, it is possible to secure a longer production time than the normal production and to increase the expectation for the big hit. It becomes like this.
In addition, since the special variation pattern table is set as the variation pattern table when the special movie is displayed, the variation time is set regardless of which variation pattern is selected based on the special variation pattern table. The length of the movie is constant, and the effect display time of the special movie can be easily set.

  In addition, when a special jackpot with big ball is derived when the special variation pattern table is acquired, after the special gaming state based on the big jackpot with big ball is finished, when the normal content table is based on the content of the special performance table Depending on whether it changes to the production contents, it will be possible to determine whether the big hit with the ball is a promising big hit or a normal big hit, and to enhance the interest of the game after the special production table is acquired Can do.

<Modification 1>
Hereinafter, the gaming machine 10 of the first modification will be described with reference to FIG.
The gaming machine 10 of Modification 1 selects the special variation pattern table even when the special variation pattern table is selected as the variation pattern table, even if the special variation pattern table selection end condition is not satisfied. When it is determined that a predetermined period has elapsed since the start and no game is played during the predetermined period, control for switching the variation pattern table to the normal variation pattern table is enabled.
Note that in the gaming machine 10 of the first modification, the configuration other than the special variation pattern table selection process of the gaming control device 100 is substantially the same as the gaming machine 10 of the above-described embodiment, and detailed description thereof is omitted.

[Special variation pattern table selection processing]
The details of the special variation pattern table selection process in the gaming machine 10 of Modification 1 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 35, in the special variation pattern table selection process in the gaming machine 10 of the first modification, first, it is determined whether or not the special variation pattern table is already selected (step A331).

Here, when the special variation pattern table is not selected (step A331; No), the processing of step A332 to step A336 is performed as in the special variation pattern table selection processing in the above embodiment.
On the other hand, when the special variation pattern table is selected in step A331 (step A331; Yes), it is determined whether or not a predetermined period has elapsed since the special variation pattern table was selected (step A337).

Then, when a predetermined period has elapsed since the selection of the special variation pattern table (step A337; Yes), a game ball prize (start prize) is given to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37 during the predetermined period. It is determined whether or not there has been (step A338). If there is no start prize for the predetermined period (step A338; Yes), a process of selecting a normal fluctuation pattern table (step A339) is performed, and the special fluctuation pattern table selection process is terminated.
On the other hand, when the predetermined period has not elapsed since the selection of the special variation pattern table at step A337 (step A337; No), when there is a start prize for the predetermined period at step A338 (step A338; No). Ends the special variation pattern table selection process. Therefore, in such a case, the special variation pattern table is continuously selected.

  From the above, according to the gaming machine 10 of the first modification, the variation pattern table acquisition means (game control device 100) passes a predetermined time after the predetermined condition is established and starts the start winning opening 36 or When there is no game ball winning in the normal variation winning device 37, the normal variation pattern table is acquired, so that the state in which the special variation pattern table is set is prevented from being left for a long time, and the special variation pattern table is obtained. The scarce value of the period when the variation pattern table is set can be maintained, and the player can be made less tired.

  The embodiment disclosed this time should be considered as illustrative in all points and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

For example, in the above-described embodiment, the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the special variation pattern table is 10 seconds, which is the shortest of the variation times (10 seconds to 60 seconds) of the variation pattern that can be selected in the normal state. Not limited to this, the longest 60 seconds may be used.
In this case, while the special variation pattern table is set, it is possible to enjoy the effect display for a long time in the variation display game.
Further, the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the special variation pattern table may be set in advance (for example, when the power is turned on) on the game store side, or may be selected by the player.

In the above embodiment, the special variation pattern table is selected and acquired by satisfying the predetermined condition in the special variation pattern table selection processing (see FIG. 13). However, the special variation pattern table selection processing is executed. Whether or not to do so may be arbitrarily set on the game store side.
As a result, the amusement store, for example, performs special variation pattern table selection processing when the number of entrances is small, such as a weekday morning, and does not perform special variation pattern table selection processing on a holiday morning when the number of entrances is large. It can be set so that it is easy to use.

  In addition, if a big hit random number that is determined to derive a big hit with a ball is extracted by pre-reading processing when the special variation pattern table is acquired, the lottery is repeated again compared to the normal time during the performance of the big hit with a ball. You may make it raise the probability that the effect of (promotion effect) will be performed. In such a case, for example, during the execution of the special movie, when the reserved memory that is out of play is digested, the effect of whether or not to obtain the right to draw again according to the digest of the reserved memory is performed.

  In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above embodiment, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. Applicable to all used gaming machines.

10 gaming machine 36 start winning opening (start opening)
37 Ordinary variable prize winning device (starting port)
38 Special variation winning device 41 Display device (variable display device)
51 Special figure 1 display (Special figure display)
52 Special figure 2 indicator (Special figure indicator)
100 game control device 111A CPU (special game execution means, variation pattern table acquisition means, extraction means, game result prior determination means, special video effect display control means, effect table acquisition means)
111B ROM (variation pattern table storage means, effect table storage means)
111C RAM (start winning storage means)

Claims (6)

A special figure display that performs a lottery with the winning of a game ball at the start opening, and performs a variable game of a special symbol based on the result of the lottery, and a variable display device that performs a variable display effect corresponding to the variable game And a special game execution means for executing a special game state advantageous to a player when the execution result of the variable game is a special result, and a winning possible state in which a game ball can be won in the special game state, In a gaming machine comprising a special variable winning device that can be changed to an impossible winning impossible state,
A variation pattern table storage means for storing a plurality of variation pattern tables for determining a variation time in the variation game;
A fluctuation pattern table acquisition means for acquiring one fluctuation pattern table among a plurality of fluctuation pattern tables stored in the fluctuation pattern table storage means;
With
The special results include
A first hit in which the special game execution means selects the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device, with the special result accompanying the operation of the condition device;
A second operation mode that is the special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, wherein the special game execution means has less profits that the player can acquire than the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device. A second per selection,
The special result without the operation of the condition device, the special game execution means to select the second operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device, and a third win,
The plurality of variation pattern tables are:
The normal variation pattern table that is normally used, and a special variation pattern table in which the selection ratio of the variation time is different from the normal variation pattern table,
The variation pattern table acquisition means includes:
The gaming machine, wherein after the predetermined condition is established, the special variation pattern table is acquired until the first hit, the second hit, or a predetermined number of the third hits occurs. An extraction means for randomly extracting a number greater than 2;
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the number extracted by the extraction unit is used as the predetermined number of times related to the acquisition condition of the special variation pattern table.   The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the variation time in the variation game according to the variation pattern selected based on the special variation pattern table is the same for all the variation games. Start winning storage means capable of storing a start memory as a right to execute the variable game based on a winning of a game ball at the start opening up to a predetermined upper limit number;
Game result pre-determination means for determining game result information stored in the start winning storage means corresponding to the start memory before execution of the variable game based on the start memory;
When the special variation pattern table is acquired by the variation pattern table acquisition means, it is determined by the game result prior determination means that the game result information corresponding to the first is stored in the start winning storage means. In this case, a special video that displays a series of special video effects on the variable display device in the variable game corresponding to the first start memory from the variable game corresponding to the start memory stored earlier than that. Production display control means;
The game machine according to claim 3, further comprising: On the condition that the result of the lottery becomes the special result with the operation of the condition device, the winning probability that the result of the lottery becomes the special result with the operation of the condition device is defined as the first winning probability, A winning probability changing means for setting to any one of the second winning probability which is a winning probability higher than the winning probability;
Probability ambiguous mode display capable of displaying on the variable display device a probability ambiguous mode display that unambiguously informs whether the probability set by the winning probability changing means is the first winning probability or the second winning probability. Control means;
Production table storage means for storing a plurality of production tables for determining production contents in the variable display production,
Effect table acquisition means for acquiring one effect table among a plurality of effect tables stored in the effect table storage means;
With
For the first,
After the end of the special gaming state, a first normal winning in which the first winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means, and a first positive change in which the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means, Contains
The plurality of performance tables are:
A normal production table that is normally used, and a special production table having production contents different from the production contents in the normal production table,
The production table acquisition means includes
When the first probability variation is derived as the special result when the special variation pattern table is acquired by the variation pattern table acquisition means, after the special gaming state based on the first probability variation is completed, the next Until the first hit, the second hit or the third hit is derived, the special effect table is acquired,
When the special normal pattern is derived as the special result when the special variable pattern table is acquired by the variable pattern table acquisition means, after the special gaming state based on the first normal per unit is ended, the next The special effect table is acquired until the first hit, the second hit or the third hit is derived, or until an effect table transition condition for shifting to the normal effect table is satisfied. The gaming machine according to claim 4. The variation pattern table acquisition means includes:
6. The normal variation pattern table is acquired when a predetermined time elapses after the predetermined condition is satisfied and no game ball is won at the start port during the predetermined period. Gaming machine.

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