JP2012125471A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine making a player expect performance executed every time of variable display, and increasing game excitement.SOLUTION: In the game machine, a part 1 (normal variation sound) being part of a music played during look-ahead previous notice performance, is repeatedly output in a normal variation display, when the look-ahead previous notice performance (continuous performance) is executed, the part 1 (normal variation sound) being part of the music played during the look-ahead previous notice performance, is output, a part 2 of the music is output in next variation display, a part 3 of the music is output in further next variation display, and a part 4 of the music is output in the last variation display (target variation of the look-ahead previous notice).

Description

  The present invention variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display after a game medium passes through a predetermined start area, and derives a display result. The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that includes a variable display device that displays, and controls a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device.

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

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

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode determined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of a special symbol (identification information) that is started in the variable display unit based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening. When it is made, “big hit (specific game state)” occurs. Note that the derivation display is to stop and display a symbol (excluding stop before so-called re-variation). When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round.

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

  This type of gaming machine usually determines immediately whether or not to make a big hit or reach based on the start winning when the game ball starts to win in the start winning opening provided in the game area. Instead, each random number value is read out at a timing when the variable display based on the start winning can be started, and it is determined whether or not to make a big hit or reach.

  On the other hand, in such a gaming machine, before executing the fluctuation display based on the start winning prize, it is determined in advance whether each random number value is prefetched to determine whether or not it will be a big hit, and based on the determination result, a notice for the big hit is given. In the variable display executed before the start of the variable display based on the passage of the game ball subject to the determination. There is one configured to execute a notice for (see, for example, Patent Document 1). And in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, when the notice effect is a continuous effect (continuous notice effect), the sound effect by one piece of music using the sound output device over a plurality of variable displays. The control is configured to be executed continuously.

Japanese Patent Application No. 2010-51413 (FIG. 35 etc.)

  However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 described above, when a normal effect that is performed each time variable display is performed without performing an effect at the time of a continuous effect (for example, at the time of a continuous effect) If a single piece of music that is continuously output over multiple variable displays is not output and normal fluctuation sound fluctuation is executed), the player immediately recognizes that there is no high probability of hitting the player. As a result, there is a risk that the interest of the game may be lowered without expectation.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can give a sense of expectation to an effect that is executed each time variable display is executed, and can improve the interest of the game.

(Means 1) The gaming machine according to the present invention has a start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium passes through a predetermined start area (for example, the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14). Based on the establishment (for example, the end of the previous variable display or the end of the jackpot game), the variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (for example, the first special symbol, the second special symbol, and the production symbol) that can be distinguished from each other is performed. And a variable display device for deriving and displaying the display result (for example, a first special symbol display 8a, a first special symbol display 8b, an effect display device 9), and a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) on the variable display device Is a gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when the game is derived and displayed, and numerical data (for example, a big hit judgment random number) when the game medium passes through the starting area. ,Big Numerical data extracting means (for example, a part for executing random number extraction processing in steps S215 and S225 in the game control microcomputer 560), and starting For variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the area, the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means is stored as reserved storage up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 8). The numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means before the variable display start condition based on the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means and the reserved storage means (for example, the reserved storage buffer in the RAM 55) is established. Use the variable display in a predetermined manner (for example, whether it is a big hit, whether it is a small hit, , State determination means for determining whether or not to be a change with super reach (for example, steps S216A, S216B, S216D, S216E, S216H, S216I, S216K and steps S226A, S226B, S226D, in the game control microcomputer 560) The portion that executes S226E, S226H, S226I, and S226K) and the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means when the variable display start condition based on the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means is satisfied. The start state determination means for determining whether or not the variable display is set to a predetermined mode (for example, the part for executing steps S61, S62, S73, and S102 in the game control microcomputer 560) and the state determination means Judgment Depending on the result, continuous effect execution means for executing a continuous effect (for example, a pre-reading notice effect) over a plurality of variable displays (for example, the part in which the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the pre-reading notice effect in step S845). ) And a partial effect (for example, part 1) during a predetermined effect (for example, a pre-reading notice effect) each time a variable display is executed, and a partial result is displayed when a display result of identification information is derived and displayed. A partial effect executing means (for example, the part in which the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the effect at the time of normal fluctuation in step S845), and the continuous effect executing means is a continuous effect in one variable display. A partial effect (for example, part 1 of a music piece) during a predetermined effect is executed, and a predetermined effect is being performed as a continuous effect in the next variable display. Partial portion directing piece by piece effect of the subsequent (e.g., part 2 of the portion of the song) and executes the. According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a sense of expectation to a partial effect executed each time variable display is executed, and to improve the interest of the game.

(Means 2) In the means 1, the continuous production execution means determines that the variable display of the predetermined mode is executed by the state determination unit (for example, Y in step S901), and from the variable display of the predetermined mode. On the condition that the variable display executed before is not reach and the display result is determined to be variable display of a non-specific display result mode that is not a specific display result (for example, non-reach loss variation) (for example, A continuous effect may be executed (for example, a music start flag is set in step S904, and a prefetch notice counter is set to 5 in step S905). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a partial effect that is continuously executed from being interrupted by reaching when the continuous effect is being executed.

(Means 3) In the means 2, the predetermined effect is divided into a plurality of partial effects (for example, the music is divided into four parts as shown in FIG. 32), and the continuous effect execution means is a non-specific display result mode. In each variable display, the partial effects of each stage are executed in order (for example, as shown in FIG. 33, parts of the music are executed from part 1 to part 4 in order), and the final stage of variable display of a predetermined mode is performed. A partial effect is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 33, part 4 which is the final part of the music is executed in the super reach fluctuation; the variable display in a predetermined mode is a big hit fluctuation, a small hit fluctuation, a specific In the case of the variation of the jackpot type (for example, the probability variation jackpot), the part 4 of the music is executed in the variation), and the partial effects (for example, part 1 to part 1) other than the final stage. 3) is common (for example, in the example shown in FIG. 33, the execution time of each of parts 1 to 3 is 5 seconds or 8 seconds), and the variable display time of the non-specific display result mode is It is the same as the execution time of the stage partial effects (for example, as shown in FIG. 6, the variation time of the non-reach loss variation pattern (non-reach PA 1-1, 1-2) is 5 seconds or 8 seconds). May be. According to such a configuration, it is possible to always execute the final stage partial effect when variable display of a predetermined mode is executed, and it is possible to further improve the interest of the game.

(Means 4) In the means 3, the game medium passes through the predetermined start area based on the establishment of a predetermined transition condition (for example, when the time reduction flag is set in steps S157 and S160 when the big hit ends). High-frequency state control means (for example, steps S139B, S140, S141, S142, S157, S158 in the game control microcomputer 560) that controls to a high-frequency state (for example, a high base state) in which the frequency at which it is likely to become easy The start state determination unit includes a holding storage unit when the high-frequency state control unit does not control the high-frequency state (for example, when the low-base state is controlled). It is possible to determine a non-specific display result mode with a variable display time depending on the number of pending storages stored in (for example, 44, when the low base state is controlled, the number of reserved memories is 0, and when it is 1, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-1 can be determined, and the number of reserved memories is 2 to 4. The non-reach PA1-2 fluctuation pattern can be determined when the number of the stored data is one, and the non-reach PA1-3 fluctuation pattern can be determined when the number of reserved storages is 5 to 8, by the high-frequency state control means. When the high-frequency state is controlled, the non-specific display result mode of the common variable display time is determined regardless of the number of the hold memories stored in the hold storage means (for example, as shown in FIG. 44, When the high base state is controlled, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4 is determined regardless of the number of reserved memories), and the continuous performance execution means is controlled to the high frequency state by the high frequency state control means Continuous production (For example, to set the continuous effect on the condition Y in step S900 of FIG. 47) may be configured so. According to such a configuration, the execution frequency of the continuous effect in the high frequency state is set by setting the variable display time of the non-specific display result mode when the hold storage is controlled to be stored in the high frequency state to be a fixed time. Can be increased.

(Means 5) Based on the establishment of a predetermined transition condition in the means 3 (for example, when the time reduction flag is set in steps S157 and S160 when the big hit ends), the game medium passes through the predetermined start area. High-frequency state control means (for example, steps S139B, S140, S141, S142, S157, S158 in the game control microcomputer 560) that controls to a high-frequency state (for example, a high base state) in which the frequency at which it is likely to become easy The start state determination unit includes a holding storage unit when the high-frequency state control unit does not control the high-frequency state (for example, when the low-base state is controlled). Regardless of the number of pending storages stored in the non-specific display result mode of the common first variable display time (for example, 5 seconds) ( For example, when the non-reach PA1-1) shown in FIG. 6 is determined and controlled to the high-frequency state by the high-frequency state control unit, the non-reach PA1-1) is common regardless of the number of the hold storages stored in the hold storage unit. The non-specific display result mode (for example, non-reach PA1-2 shown in FIG. 6) of the second variable display time (for example, 8 seconds) is determined, and the continuous performance executing means is controlled to the high-frequency state by the high-frequency state control means. When it is not performed, a partial effect of the first variable display time (for example, each part of the low-basis medium music shown in FIG. 32) is executed as a continuous effect, and the second variable is set as a continuous effect when controlled to a high frequency state. You may be comprised so that the partial effect (for example, each part of the high base medium music shown in FIG. 32) of display time may be performed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a continuous effect even when the variable display time is varied depending on whether or not the high-frequency state.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in a main board | substrate performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the effect designating command at the time of winning, and the effect designating command at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a holding | maintenance specific area | region and a holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a continuous production | presentation setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure of the music output at the time of prefetch notice. It is a timing chart which shows the timing of the fluctuation | variation at the time of a normal fluctuation | variation and a prefetch notice. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the music in prefetch notice effect. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared in advance in Embodiment 2. FIG. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern type determination table in the second embodiment. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table in the second embodiment. 10 is a flowchart showing a continuous effect setting process in the second embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared in advance in Embodiment 3. FIG.

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

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

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

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. In the effect display device 9, variable display (fluctuation) of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is performed. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that variably displays an effect symbol (decoration symbol) as identification information. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device in accordance with the variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

  A first special symbol display (first variable display means) 8 a that variably displays a first special symbol as identification information is provided on the left side of the top of the effect display device 9 in the game board 6. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. In other words, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. A second special symbol display (second variable display means) 8b that variably displays a second special symbol as identification information is provided on the right side of the upper portion of the effect display device 9 in the game board 6. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) of, for example, 00 to 99, for example.

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

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening) 14), a variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) When the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, a display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (effect) during the variable display time of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b. The display design (decorative design) is variably displayed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Synchronous means that the start time and end time of variable display are substantially the same (may be exactly the same) and the variable display period is substantially the same (may be exactly the same). Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

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

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize.

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

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

  Below the first special symbol display 8a, the number of valid winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first reserved memory number (the reserved memory is also referred to as the start memory or the start prize memory) is displayed 4. There is provided a first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a composed of two indicators (for example, LEDs). The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Below the second special symbol display 8b is a second special symbol hold comprising four indicators (for example, LEDs) for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. A storage indicator 18b is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  In addition, the display screen of the effect display device 9 displays an area (hereinafter referred to as a summed pending storage display unit 18c) that displays a total number (total number of pending pending memories) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. .) Is provided. Since the summation pending storage display unit 18c for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. It should be noted that only the first special symbol hold memory display 18a and the second special symbol hold memory display 18b are provided, and the total hold memory display unit 18c is not provided on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Good.

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

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

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

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when turned on). For example, if the lower lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having four indicators (for example, LEDs) for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of indicators that are lit is reduced by one. Further, in the probability variation state where the probability of being determined to be a big hit as compared to the normal state is high, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 The opening time becomes longer and the number of opening times is increased. That is, the game ball is controlled to be in a high base state that is controlled so as to make it easier for the game ball to start and win (that is, the variable display execution conditions in the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9 are easily established). Transition. Further, in this embodiment, even in the short time state (the game state in which the special symbol variable display time is shortened), the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 becomes long and the number of times of opening is increased.

  Instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), the normal symbol display unit 10 shifts to a normal symbol probability changing state in which the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display unit 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased. Depending on the situation, the high base state may be entered. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In this case, by performing the transition control to the normal symbol probability changing state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased. Therefore, if the normal symbol probability changing state is entered, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and a state where it is easy to start a winning (high base state) is achieved. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 can be increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is a probabilistic symbol. It changes to an advantageous state (a state where it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

  Moreover, you may transfer to a high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time short state where the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is shortened. In the normal symbol short-time state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the variation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, when the frequency that the normal symbol is won increases, the frequency that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased, and the start winning state is easily set (high base state).

  Also, by shifting to the short time state when the variation time (variable display period) of special symbols and production symbols is shortened, the variation time of special symbols and production symbols is shortened, so that effective start winnings are likely to occur. The possibility that a big hit game is played increases.

  Furthermore, by making transitions to all the states shown above (open extended state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state), it will be easier to win a start (shift to a high base state). May be. In addition, it is easier to win a start (high base) by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). Transition to a state). A normal gaming state that is not controlled to the high base state is referred to as a low base state.

  On the left and right sides of the game area 7 of the game board 6, there are provided decorative LEDs 25 that are displayed blinking during the game, and at the lower part there is an outlet 26 for taking in a hit ball that has not won. In addition, two speakers 27R and 27L that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. A top frame LED 28a, a left frame LED 28b, and a right frame LED 28c provided on the front frame are provided on the outer periphery upper portion, the outer periphery left portion, and the outer periphery right portion of the game area 7. Also, a prize ball LED 51 that is turned on when there is a remaining number of prize balls is provided in the vicinity of the left frame LED 28b, and a ball cut LED 52 that is turned on when the supply ball is cut is provided in the vicinity of the right frame LED 28c. . The top frame LED 28a, the left frame LED 28b, the right frame LED 28c, and the decoration LED 25 are examples of effects light emitters provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In addition to the above-described various LEDs for production (decoration), LEDs and lamps for production are installed.

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

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

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. 2 also shows the payout control board 37, the effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to a game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

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

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing Based on the fact that the winning time is the reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), numeric data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update rule selection. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random numbers can be improved.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The numerical data obtained by the execution is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved.

  The game control microcomputer 560 reads numerical data as random R from the random number circuit 503 when a start winning to the first start port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a occurs, and starts to change the special symbol and the effect symbol. Sometimes it is determined whether or not to make a big hit display result as a specific display result based on the random R, that is, whether or not to make a big hit. Then, when it is determined to be a big hit, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state advantageous to the player.

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

  A reset signal (not shown) from the power supply board is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. A reset circuit for generating a reset signal supplied to the game control microcomputer 560 and the like is mounted on the power supply board. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operable state, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operation stop state. Therefore, an allowable signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 or the like is output during a period when the reset signal is at a high level, and a game control microcomputer is output when the reset signal is at a low level. An operation stop signal for stopping the operation of 560 or the like is output. Note that the reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (a board on which a microcomputer for controlling the electric parts is mounted).

  Further, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board has dropped below a predetermined value is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the power supply board monitors the voltage value of a predetermined voltage (for example, DC30V or DC5V) used in the gaming machine, and when the voltage value decreases to a predetermined value (the power supply voltage is reduced). A power supply monitoring circuit that outputs a power-off signal indicating that). A clear signal (not shown) indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 for supplying detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31. Further, an information output circuit (not shown) for outputting an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received, and display control with the effect display device 9 that variably displays effect symbols is performed.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is for storing character image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols) in advance. The effect control CPU 101 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the data input from the effect control CPU 101.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a drive signal to each LED provided on the frame side such as the top frame LED 28a, the left frame LED 28b, and the right frame LED 28c. Further, a drive signal is supplied to the decoration LED 25 provided on the game board side. When a light emitter other than the LED is provided, a drive circuit (driver) for driving the light emitter is mounted on the lamp driver substrate 35.

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

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing a security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set to the stack pointer (step S3). After initialization of the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) is performed (step S4), the RAM is accessible (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is This mode indicates an interrupt address.

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

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

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S14. In this embodiment, the CPU 56 also transmits, to the effect control board 80, a total pending storage number designation command in which the value of the total pending storage number counter stored in the backup RAM is set in the process of step S43. .

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

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

  By the processing in steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol per-determining random number counter, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, and other flags for selectively performing processing according to the control state are initialized. Value is set.

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

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initial setting of the random number circuit 503 (step S14). For example, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program to cause the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R.

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms.

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

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed using an effect symbol (decorative symbol) variably displayed on the effect display device 9. Further, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed. When the display result of the special symbol is not a jackpot symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the reach effect by lottery using a random number. However, it is the production control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the reach production control.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when a power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a decrease in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their state is determined (switch processing: step S21). ).

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). About the 1st special symbol display 8a, the 2nd special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, a drive signal is output with respect to each display according to the content of the output buffer set by step S32, S33. Execute control.

  Also, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: step S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S24 and S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S26). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 8b, and the special winning award in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S27). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S28).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (step S30). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to winning detection based on any of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 being turned on. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output process).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S32). For example, if the change speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag set in the special symbol process is set, the CPU 56, for example, every 0.2 seconds passes. Then, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in step S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol display unit 8a and the second special symbol display unit 8b Variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S33). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S34), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S33 (excluding step S29) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. There may be a case where a predetermined combination of effects that does not reach reach is stopped and displayed without reaching reach. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “non-reach” (also referred to as “normally shift”) in a case where the variable display result is a loss symbol.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach out”) when the variable display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Eventually, the effect symbols are all stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R on the effect display device 9.

  When “5”, which is a small hit, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display variable display mode is “suddenly probable big hit” on the effect display device 9. In the same manner as in the case where the effect symbol is variably displayed, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the fact that “5”, which is the small hit symbol, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol indicator 8b is referred to as a “small hit” variable display mode. .

  Here, the small win is a hit that is allowed up to a small number of times that the big winning opening is opened compared to the big win (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). When the small hit game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probability variation state to the normal state or from the normal state to the certain variation state. In addition, the sudden probability change big hit is allowed up to a small number of times of opening of the big prize opening in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice), but the opening time of the big prize opening is extremely large. It is a big jackpot that is a short jackpot and the game state after the big jackpot game is shifted to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a probable state) Is). In other words, in this embodiment, the sudden winning odds and the small wins have the same opening pattern of the big prize opening. By controlling in such a way, if the winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly a big hit or a small hit, so a high probability state for the player (Probable change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, the non-reach PA 1-1 to the non-reach are used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect design is “non-reach”. A variation pattern of reach PA1-2 is prepared. Here, in the first embodiment, when the low base state is controlled, the fluctuation time of the non-reach fluctuation pattern (non-reach PA1-1) is always 8.00 seconds (regardless of the number of reserved memories). 1st variable display time) and when controlled to the high base state, the fluctuation time of the non-reach fluctuation pattern (non-reach PA1-2) is always 5.00 seconds (first 2 variable display time). In other words, the first embodiment is configured not to execute the hold shortening control that shortens the variation time according to the number of reserved memories in both the low base state and the high base state.

  Further, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are shown as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2 and Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-2 are prepared. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, when using normal PB2-1 among the fluctuation patterns used when reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-continuous, the re-change is performed twice. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed three times. Furthermore, when using super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 among the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition effects, re-variation is performed four times.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2 are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol. -3 to Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 to SuperPA3-4, Super PB3-3 to Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 6, the fluctuation patterns of special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns used when sudden probability change big hit or small hit. Further, as shown in FIG. 6, when the normal PB2-3 is used among the fluctuation patterns that are used in the case of sudden sudden change not big hit or small hit and have the effect of the pseudo-continuous, re-change is performed twice. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed three times. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, re-variation is performed four times. Further, the re-variation is performed twice for the variation pattern of the special PG 1-3 that is used in the case of a sudden probability big hit or small hit and has a pseudo-continuous effect.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time is 32 in the case of Super Reach A with pseudo-ream). In the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds). For example, even in the case of the same type of Super Reach Depending on the total number of pending storage, the variation time may be varied. For example, even with the same type of super reach, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When the variable display of the two special symbols is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4). For example, a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number, and the change time may be varied.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and then the variation pattern determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-reams, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of less than two re-variations, It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of three re-variations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of four re-variations. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo ream or a slip effect.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, normal CA3-1, which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with only normal reach, and fluctuation with normal reach and pseudo-continuity. It is classified into a normal CA 3-2 that is a variation pattern type including a pattern and a super CA 3-3 that is a variation pattern type with super reach. Further, in the case of a small hit or suddenly probable big hit, a special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type that includes a non-reach variation pattern and a special CA4-2 that is a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern with reach. It is classified. Further, in the case of deviation, non-reach CA 2-1 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern that does not involve reach or specific effect in the low base state, and reach or specific effect in the high base state is accompanied. Non-reach CA2-2, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of no shortened variation, Normal CA2-3, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and normal reach and re-variation three-time pseudo-relation Normal CA2-4, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern, Normal CA2-5, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and re-variation twice, and a variation pattern type with super reach It is classified into Super CA2-6.

  In step S23 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number (1) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (random 2, random 3) or initial value random numbers (random 5). In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may use random numbers other than said random number. In this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 8A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal-time jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each value described in the left column of FIG. 8 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each value described in the right column of FIG. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 8A is a jackpot determination value.

  FIG. 8B is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. Moreover, the numerical value described in FIG. 8B is a small hit determination value.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (a normal big hit, a probability variation big hit, and a sudden probability variation big hit described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches any one of the small hit determination values shown in FIG. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 8A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the “probability” shown in FIG. 8B indicates the probability (ratio) of being a small hit. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state, but stopping in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It also means determining whether or not the symbol is to be a small hit symbol.

  FIGS. 8C and 8D are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131 a and 131 b stored in the ROM 54. Among these, FIG. 8C determines the jackpot type using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. Further, FIG. 8D shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, based on the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type, the jackpot type is set to “normal jackpot”, “ This table is referred to in order to determine one of “probability big hit” and “sudden probability big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8C and 8D, in the big hit type determination table 131a, determination is made for all of “normal big hit”, “probable big hit” and “sudden probability big hit”. A case will be described in which determination values are assigned only to “normal big hit” and “probability big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131b while values are assigned.

  The “probability change big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and shifts to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state ends. Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and is not shifted to the probability change state after the big hit gaming state is finished (in this embodiment, only the short time state is transferred).

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with a random 1 value, and corresponding to the “normal big hit”, “probability variable big hit”, and “sudden probable big hit” (big hit type determination value) ) Is set. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  9A to 9C are explanatory diagrams showing the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C. The jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the variation pattern type is determined according to the determination result of the jackpot type, and the random number for determining the variation pattern type. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on (Random 2).

  Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C includes numerical values (determination values) to be compared with random value (random 2) values for variation pattern type determination, which are normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, A determination value corresponding to any one of the variation pattern types of super CA3-3, special CA4-1, and special CA4-2 is set.

  For example, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 9A used when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, and FIG. 9B used when the big hit type is “probable big hit”. The allocation of determination values for the variation pattern types of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-3 is different from the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B.

  As described above, when the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the big hit type are compared, the assignment of the determination value to each fluctuation pattern type is different according to the big hit type. Also, determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types depending on the jackpot type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the determination result of whether the big hit type is a plurality of types, and the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in the case of normal big hit or probable big hit, the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 150 to 251. If so, it can be seen that at least super-reach (super-reach A, super-reach B) is displayed.

  Further, in the big hit variation pattern type judgment table 132C used when the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, for example, when the big hit type such as special CA4-1 or special CA4-2 is other than “suddenly probable big hit”. A determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type to which no determination value is assigned. Therefore, when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, when the control is made to the two round big hit state, the variation pattern type is different from the case of controlling to the 15 round big hit state. Can be determined.

  FIG. 9D is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D. The small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D has a plurality of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9D, when it is determined to be a small hit, the case where the special CA4-1 is determined as the variation pattern type is shown. .

  FIGS. 10A and 10B are explanatory diagrams showing the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B. Among these, FIG. 10 (A) shows the variation pattern type determination table 135A for loss used when the gaming state is in the low base state. FIG. 10B shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135B used when the gaming state is the high base state. The deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B have a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a loss symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above.

  Each of the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination, which is non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-. 2, a determination value corresponding to any one of the variation pattern types of normal CA2-3 to normal CA2-5 and super CA2-6 is set.

  As shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, if the random pattern random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 230 to 251 in the case of deviation, It can be seen that at least super-reach (super-reach A, super-reach B) is displayed regardless of the gaming state and the total number of pending storages.

  Also, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, if the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 99 in the case of deviation, It can be seen that the non-reach loss variation display is always executed regardless of the gaming state and the total number of pending storage.

  FIGS. 11A and 11B are explanatory views showing hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the variation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit type or the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random 3). Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the usage table in accordance with the determination result that the variation pattern type is one of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 or super CA3-3, and the variation pattern type is specially selected. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result indicating that either CA4-1 or special CA4-2 is selected. Each hit variation pattern determination table 137A to 137B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random pattern random number (random 3) value according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Data (determination value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case of “big hit” is included.

  In the example shown in FIG. 11A, as the variation pattern types, normal CA3-1, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and pseudo-continuity are used. A case is shown in which a normal CA 3-2 is classified into a normal CA 3-2 and a super CA 3-3 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach (which may be accompanied by a pseudo-ream together with a super reach). In the example shown in FIG. 11B, as the variation pattern type, a special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and a special CA4- that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with reach are used. 2 shows a case of classification into two. In FIG. 11B, the variation pattern type may be divided according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect instead of being classified according to the presence / absence of reach. In this case, for example, the special CA 4-1 includes a special PG 1-1 and a special PG 2-1 that are fluctuation patterns not accompanied by a specific effect, and the special CA 4-2 includes a special PG 1-2, a special effect PG 1-2, and a special effect. You may comprise so that PG1-3 and special PG2-2 may be included.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. As shown in FIG. When it is determined that the variable display result is “out of”, the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is based on a random number (random 3) for variation pattern determination according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. It is a table referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. The deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 13, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. (Corresponding to the variation pattern XX, respectively). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), so the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

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

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

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

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command indicating the contents of the determination result of big hit / small hit at the time of winning and the determination result of big hit type in case of big win (disconnected, normal big hit, probability variable big hit, sudden probability variable big hit, small hit) (Winning effect designating command). The detailed contents of the winning design symbol designation command will be described with reference to FIG.

  The command 96XX (H) is the content of the determination result of the variation mode (variation pattern type) at the time of winning (the determination result as to whether or not the super reach is reached when the start condition is established and the variation display is executed). Is an effect control command indicating a winning effect designation command. In this embodiment, a determination result designation command that differs depending on whether or not the big hit is determined is transmitted based on the determination that the super reach is reached at the time of winning determination. However, regardless of whether or not it is a big hit, a common winning effect designation command may be transmitted. The detailed contents of the winning effect designation command will be described with reference to FIG.

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

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation command includes a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start designation 2 designation command, and a small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot start designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for suddenly probable big hit start designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

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

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that the jackpot game is normally a big jackpot (a jackpot end 1 designation command: an ending 1 designation command). is there. Command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that it is a probable big hit (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). is there. Command A 303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) that designates the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit an ending designation command for suddenly probable big hit end designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send an ending designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is the normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state designation command) for designating that the gaming state is a time-short state (including a probability variation state).

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

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

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the image display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIG. 13, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol whenever there is a start prize and variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

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

  In addition, as the transmission method of the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 on the eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7, In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-like (rectangular wave) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process.

  In the example shown in FIG. 13, the variable pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed as variable display (variation) of the design symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display. The image display device 9 that can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol in 8b, and that produces the effect according to the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When controlling the effect parts, it is possible to prevent an increase in the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the winning design symbol designating command and the winning designating command. As shown in FIG. 14, the winning design symbol 1 designation command 9501 (H) is determined to be out of place in the determination as to whether or not to make a big hit in the start opening switch passage process (step S312) at the start winning. Is an effect control command for designating. The winning design symbol 2 designation command 9502 (H) is determined to be a big hit in the determination of whether or not to make a big hit in the start opening switch passage process (step S312) at the time of a start winning, and is usually determined as a big hit type as a big hit type. This is an effect control command for designating that The winning design symbol 3 designation command 9503 (H) is determined to be a big hit in the determination of whether or not to make a big hit in the start opening switch passage process (step S312) at the time of a start winning, and is determined to be a promising big hit as a big hit type. This is an effect control command for designating that The winning design symbol 4 designation command 9504 (H) is determined to be a big hit in the determination of whether or not to make a big hit in the start opening switch passage process (step S312) at the time of a start winning, and is suddenly determined to be a probable big hit as a big hit type. This is an effect control command for designating that the action is performed. Effect control for designating that the winning design symbol 5 designation command 9505 (H) is determined to be a small hit in the determination of whether or not to make a small hit in the start opening switch passage process (step S312) at the time of starting winning. It is a command.

  Winning effect designation command 9601 (H) is an effect control command that always designates execution of the non-reach loss variation pattern type, and winning effect designation command 9602 (H) is accompanied by super-reach at the time of loss. This is an effect control command that specifies that the variation pattern type is not executed (execution of either the non-reach or normal reach variation pattern type at the time of loss), and the winning effect specification command 9603 (H) is always off. This is an effect control command that designates execution of a variation pattern type with super reach at the time of. Also, the prize direction designation command 9604 (H) does not necessarily execute the variation pattern type with super reach when the big hit (executes any one of the fluctuation pattern types of non-reach, normal reach, or super reach when the big hit. The winning effect designation command 9605 (H) is an effect control command that designates execution of a variation pattern type that always involves super reach at the time of a big win.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 10, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) belongs to the range of 1 to 99, the variation pattern type of non-reach loss is always determined. An effect control command for designating this is a winning effect designation command 9601 (H).

  Further, when the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) belongs to the range of 230 to 251, the variation pattern type accompanied by super reach at the time of detachment is always determined. The effect control command for designating this is a winning effect designation command 9603 (H). On the other hand, when the value of the random number for variation pattern type (random 2) belongs to the range of 229 or less, the variation pattern type with super-reach at the time of deviating always is not determined, and variation with non-reach / normal reach A pattern type is determined. An effect control command for designating this is a winning effect designation command 9602 (H).

  In this embodiment, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is 1 to 99 (for example, whether or not the threshold value is 99 or less) and whether it is 230 to 251. (For example, whether or not the threshold value is 230 or more) is shown. However, all threshold values that can be the boundary of the variation pattern type are determined in order, and different winnings are determined depending on which threshold value belongs. An hour effect designation command may be transmitted. For example, in the example shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, threshold values 80, 100, 170, 180, 200, 215, and 230 that can be the boundary of the variation pattern type are sequentially determined, and a random number for determining the variation pattern type (random) The value of 2) is determined to belong to 79 or less, 80 to 99, 100 to 169, 170 to 179, 180 to 199, 200 to 214, 215 to 229 or 230 to 251. A winning effect designation command corresponding to the numerical range may be transmitted.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, when the big hit type is a normal big hit or a probable big hit (that is, a big hit of 15 rounds), the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is 150 to When belonging to the range of 251, the variation pattern type accompanied by super reach at the time of 15 round big hit is always determined. The effect control command for designating this is a winning effect designating command 9605 (H). On the other hand, when the big hit type is a normal big hit or a probable big hit (that is, a big hit of 15 rounds), if the value of the random number for random pattern type (random 2) belongs to the range of 149 or less, the big hit type is always 15 round big hit The variation pattern type with super-reach is not determined, but the variation pattern type with either normal reach or super reach is determined. The effect control command for designating this is a winning effect designating command 9604 (H).

  In this embodiment, the case where it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is 150 to 251 (for example, whether or not the threshold value is 150 or more) is shown. It is also possible to sequentially determine all threshold values that can be the boundary of the variation pattern type, and to send different winning effect designation commands depending on which threshold value belongs to. For example, in the example shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, threshold values 39, 75, 80, and 150 that can be the boundary of the variation pattern type are sequentially determined, and the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is 38. Hereinafter, depending on whether it is determined to belong to 39 to 74, 75 to 79, 80 to 149, or 150 to 215, a winning effect designation command corresponding to the numerical range determined to belong may be transmitted. Good.

  In this embodiment, in the case of a sudden probability change big hit or small win, only the winning effect design 4 designation command or the winning effect design 5 designation command is transmitted, and the winning effect 1 designation command to winning prize is sent. Although the hour effect 5 designation command is not transmitted (see N in steps S216H and S226H described later), it is preferable to transmit the prize effect designation command even in the case of sudden probability change big hit or small hit. In this case, for example, an award winning designation command for suddenly probable big hits or small wins is also prepared in advance. In the examples shown in FIGS. It is determined whether or not the threshold value 101 or more that can be a boundary of the variation pattern type is determined, and an effect designating command for winning is determined depending on whether the value of the random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination is 100 or less or 101 or more May be transmitted. With such a configuration, in step S1003 of the notice effect setting process (see FIG. 31) described later, the effect control designating command and the effect designating command for winning a prize are displayed on the effect control microcomputer 100 side even in the case of sudden probability change big hit or small hit. It is possible to determine whether or not the contents of the prize-designating effect designation command match, and if they are inconsistent (for example, even if a prize-designating effect designating command is received that designates a sudden change or big hit Regardless of whether or not a winning effect designation command for a normal jackpot / probable big hit or a winning effect designation command for losing is received), the process proceeds to the processing of steps S1007 and S1008 to limit the execution of the notice effect. can do.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the game ball has won the first start port switch 13a or the second start port 14 for detecting that the game ball has won the first start game port 13. If the second start port switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning is generated, start port switch passing processing is executed (steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the pending storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total pending storage number counter. Further, if the count value of the total pending storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

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

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

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is stepped. Update to a value corresponding to S304 (4 in this example).

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The variable display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is stopped, and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. If the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (in this example, 0). The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the effect symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) corresponding to step S306. The pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. In addition, a process for setting a flag indicating a gaming state (for example, a probability change flag or a time reduction flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S308): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the pre-opening process for small hits, control is performed to open the big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). It should be noted that although the pre-opening process for small hits is executed for each round, the pre-opening process for small hits is also a process for starting a small hit game when starting the first round.

  Small hit release processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing to confirm the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening is performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S308 (8 in this example). When all the rounds are finished, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (10 in this example) corresponding to step S310.

  Small hit end process (step S310): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  16 and 17 are flowcharts showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. In the start port switch passing process executed when at least one of the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a is in the on state, the CPU 56 is turned on by the first start port switch 13a. Whether or not (step S211). If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the first reserved memory number counter for counting the first reserved memory number is 4 (step S212). If the value of the first reserved memory number counter is 4, the process proceeds to step S221.

  If the value of the first reserved memory number counter is not 4, the CPU 56 increments the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S213). Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicating “first” is set in the area (step S214).

  In this embodiment, when the first start opening switch 13a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening 13), data indicating “first” is set, When the second start port switch 14a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the second start winning port 14), data indicating “second” is set. For example, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 13 a is turned on in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area), and the first 2 When the start port switch 14a is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating “second”. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage, 00 (H) is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

  FIG. 18A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). As shown in FIG. 18A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 18A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 18A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the 2-start winning opening 14. Accordingly, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  FIG. 18B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing a random number or the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 18B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 extracts a value from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating a software random number, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (step S215). . In the process of step S215, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the first special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Next, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in step S215 with the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. 8A, and checks whether or not they match, The big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in S215 is compared with the small hit determination value shown in FIG. 8B, and a small hit determination process is performed to confirm whether or not they match (step S216A). ). If it is determined in step S216A that the game is a big hit, the big hit type determination random number (random 1) extracted in step S215 is compared with the determination value set in the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. 8C. Thus, the big hit type is determined (step S216B). In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, determining the type of big hit or changing the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting processing In addition, at the timing when the game ball starts to win the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, steps S216A to S216K and steps S226A to S226A By executing S226K, it is confirmed in advance whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and whether or not to become a super reach during the variation display of the big hit type and effect design. By doing so, it is predicted whether to make a big hit, whether to make a big hit, whether to make a big hit, a super hit type, or a super reach in advance before the change display of the production symbol is executed, As described above, a notice effect such as a big hit or a super reach by the effect control microcomputer 100 (because it is a notice effect executed based on a determination result such as a big hit at the start winning prize, Also, since it is continuously executed over a plurality of fluctuations, it is also referred to as a continuous effect).

  In the determination process of step S216A, for example, the CPU 56 always determines the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. 8A regardless of whether the gaming state is the probability variation state or the normal state. It may be determined whether or not a big hit is made. Also, for example, it is confirmed whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state (specifically, whether or not the probability variation flag is set). If the probability variation state is established, it is shown in the right column of FIG. It is determined whether or not it will be a big hit using the jackpot judgment value for probability change, and if it is a normal state, will it be a big hit using the normal jackpot judgment value shown in the left column of FIG. It may be determined whether or not.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a control for transmitting a winning design symbol designation command (see FIG. 14) according to the determination result of the big hit / small hit determination in step S216A and the determination result of the big hit type in S216B (step S216C). ).

  Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the determination result of steps S216A and S216B is a normal big hit or a probable variation big hit (step S216D). If it is a normal big hit or a probable variation big hit, the variation pattern type extracted in step S215. It is confirmed whether or not the value of the random number for determination (random 2) is in the range of 150 to 251 (step S216E). In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in the case of 15 rounds of big hit, regardless of whether the big hit type is a normal big hit or a probabilistic big hit, the variation pattern type If the value of the random number for determination (random 2) is in the range of 150 to 251, variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed. If the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is in the range of 150 to 251, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a winning effect 5 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S 216 F). . On the other hand, if the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is not in the range of 150 to 251 (if it is in the range of 149 or less), the CPU 56 designates the effect control 4 for the effect control microcomputer 100. Control to transmit a command is performed (step S216G).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the determination result in step S216A is “out of” (step S216H). If it is “out of”, the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S215. ) Is confirmed to be in the range of 1 to 99 (step S216I). In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in the case of losing, the value of the random number for random pattern type determination (random 2) regardless of the gaming state or the total number of pending storages Is within the range of 1 to 99, non-reach loss variation display is always executed. For example, the gaming state at the time of starting winning and the gaming state at the time when the variable display is actually started do not always coincide (from the high base state to the low base state, or from the low base state to the high base state). Therefore, it is not always the case that the selected variation pattern type determination table matches between the determination at the time of starting winning and the determination of the variation pattern type at the start of variation. It is difficult to predict by judging whether or not. However, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, non-reach CA 2-1 that is a non-reach loss variation pattern type in the loss variation pattern type determination table 135A used in the low base state. The non-reach CA2-2 that is the non-reach loss variation pattern type in the loss variation pattern type determination table 135B used in the high base state is the same (1-99). Since the range of assigned determination values is the same (1 to 199), in the range of (1 to 99) that is the overlapping range, it is always determined that no reach is lost regardless of which table is selected. Can do. If the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is in the range of 1 to 99, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the winning effect 1 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S216J). .

  Next, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted in step S215 is not in the range of 1 to 99 (N in step S216I), the CPU 56 determines a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2). It is checked whether or not the value is in the range of 230 to 251 (step S216K). In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in the case of losing, the value of the random number for random pattern type determination (random 2) regardless of the gaming state or the total number of pending storages Is in the range of 230 to 251, variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed. For example, the gaming state at the time of starting winning and the gaming state at the time when the fluctuation display is actually started are not necessarily the same, so it is selected by the determination at the starting winning and the determination of the variation pattern type at the start of variation. However, it is not always the case that the deviation variation pattern type determination tables match, and in general, it is difficult to determine and predict whether or not the super reach will be made in advance at the time of start winning. However, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A used in the low base state and the deviation variation pattern type determination used in the high base state. Since the range of determination values assigned to the super CA 2-6, which is the variation pattern type with super reach, is the same (230 to 251) in the table 135B, the variation pattern type is selected regardless of which table is selected. If the value of the random number for determination (random 2) is in the range of 230 to 251, it can be determined that at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B). If the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is in the range of 230 to 251, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an award effect 3 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S 216 L). . On the other hand, if the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is not in the range of 230 to 251 (if it is in the range of 229 or less), the CPU 56 designates the effect control 2 for the effect control microcomputer 100. Control to transmit the command is performed (step S216M).

  If it is not “out of step” in step S216H, that is, if there is a sudden probability big hit or small hit, the process proceeds to step S217 as it is, and the winning effect designation command is not transmitted.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first start winning designation command (step S217). Further, the CPU 56 increments the value of the total pending memory number counter indicating the total pending memory number, which is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (step S218). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a total pending storage number designation command indicating the total pending storage number based on the value of the total pending storage number counter (step S219). Note that the total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted before the first start winning designation command.

  The sending order of the winning effect designating command and the winning effect command may be reversed. For example, after sending the winning effect 1 designation command to the winning effect 5 designation command, the winning effect design 1 designation command is transmitted. ~ A winning design symbol 5 designation command may be transmitted. In addition, the order of sending the command indicating the result of winning such as the winning design symbol designating command or the winning design command and the command indicating the hold information such as the start winning designating command or the total pending memory number designating command are reversed. For example, after transmitting the start winning designation command (first start winning designation command or second start winning designation command) and the combined pending storage number designation command, the winning design symbol 1 designation command to the winning design symbol 5 may be used. You may make it transmit a designation | designated command and a prize presentation effect 1 designation command-a prize presentation effect 5 designation command.

  When transmitting an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets an address of a command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command as a pointer. . And the address of the command transmission table according to an effect control command is set to a pointer, and an effect control command is transmitted in an effect control command control process (step S29).

  As will be described later, the effect control microcomputer 100 has received the winning effect designating command transmitted in steps S216F, S216G, S216J, S216L, and S216M and the winning effect designating command transmitted in step S216C. Based on this, a notice effect (prefetching notice effect) for notifying the super reach is executed, but the notice effect for outputting the music continuously over a plurality of times (in this embodiment, four times). Execute. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 grasps the current total pending storage number based on the total pending storage number designation command transmitted in step S219.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is turned on (step S221). If the second start port switch 14a is on, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter for counting the second reserved memory number is 4 (step S222). If the value of the second reserved memory number counter is 4, the process is terminated. If the value of the second reserved memory number counter is 4, the CPU 56 may perform the process of confirming again whether the first start port switch 13a is on (see step S211).

  If the value of the second reserved memory number counter is not 4, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S223). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved memory number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (step S224).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (step S225). In the process of step S225, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  The processes in steps S226A to S226M below are the same as the processes in steps S216A to S216M. That is, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in step S225 with the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. 8A and checks whether or not they match, The big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in S225 is compared with the small hit determination value shown in FIG. 8B, and a small hit determination process for confirming whether or not they match is executed (step S226A). ). If it is determined in step S226A that the jackpot is to be won, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in step S225 is compared with the determination value set in the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8D. Thus, the big hit type is determined (step S226B).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes control for transmitting a winning effect designating command (see FIG. 14) according to the determination result of the big hit / small hit determination in step S226A and the determination result of the big hit type in S226B (step S226C). ).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the determination result of steps S226A and S226B is a normal big hit or a probable variation big hit (step S226D). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the random number for determination (random 2) is in the range of 150 to 251 (step S226E). If the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is in the range of 150 to 251, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a winning effect 5 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S 226 F). . On the other hand, if the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is not in the range of 150 to 251 (if it is in the range of 149 or less), the CPU 56 designates the effect control 4 for the effect control microcomputer 100. Control to transmit the command is performed (step S226G).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the determination result of step S226A is “out of” (step S226H). If it is “out of”, the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S225. ) Is confirmed to be in the range of 1 to 99 (step S226I). If the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is in the range of 1 to 99, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the winning effect 1 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S226J). . Next, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) extracted in step S225 is within a range of 230 to 251 (step S216K). If the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is in the range of 230 to 251, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the winning effect 3 designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S226L). . On the other hand, if the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is not in the range of 230 to 251 (if it is in the range of 229 or less), the CPU 56 designates the effect control 2 for the effect control microcomputer 100. Control to transmit a command is performed (step S226M).

  If it is not “out of step” in step S226H, that is, if there is a sudden probability big hit or small hit, the process proceeds to step S227 as it is, and the winning effect designation command is not transmitted.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second start winning designation command (step S227). Further, the CPU 56 increases the value of the total pending storage number counter by 1 (step S228). Then, the CPU 56 transmits a total pending storage number designation command based on the value of the total pending storage number counter (step S229). Note that the total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted before the second start winning designation command.

  As will be described later, the effect control microcomputer 100 has received the winning effect designating command transmitted in steps S226F, S226G, S226J, S226L, and S226M and the winning effect designating command transmitted in step S226C. Based on that, the notice effect is executed, but the notice effect that continuously outputs the music over a plurality of fluctuations is executed. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 grasps the current total pending storage number based on the total pending storage number designation command transmitted in step S229.

  In addition, you may implement | achieve the process of step S213-215, S216A-S216M, S217-S219, and the process of step S223-225, S226A-S226M, S227-S229 by one common routine. In that case, the CPU 56 first sets data indicating “first” when detecting that the first start port switch 13a is turned on, and indicates that the second start port switch 14a is turned on. When data is detected, the data indicating “second” is set, and the common storage routine selects the reserved memory number buffer (first reserved memory number buffer or second reserved memory number buffer) according to the set data. Or a start prize designation command (first start prize designation command or second start prize designation command) is selected. Even if the processes of steps S213 to 215, S216A to S216M, S217 to S219 and the processes of steps S223 to 225, S226A to S226M, and S227 to S229 are realized by one common routine, the first reserved memory A buffer and a second reserved storage buffer are prepared in separate areas of the RAM 55 with the same buffer structure.

  In this embodiment, the winning effect designating command (95XX (H)), the winning effect designating command (96XX (H)), the first starting winning designation command or the second starting winning designation command, and the summation pending storage The number designation command is transmitted within 4 ms (within one interrupt process).

  In this embodiment, instead of transmitting the winning effect designation command, a variation pattern command is transmitted so that the effect control microcomputer 100 side executes the pre-reading notice effect based on the varying pattern command at the time of starting winning. It may be. That is, in the start switch passing process, the variation pattern type is determined based on the random 2 value, the gaming state (high base state or low base state) is confirmed, and the gaming state is determined based on the random 3 value. The variation pattern command for specifying the determined variation pattern is transmitted at the time of starting winning, and the microcomputer 100 for effect control executes the pre-reading notice effect based on the contents of the variation pattern command transmitted at the time of starting winning. You may make it do. In this case, in this embodiment, even if the reserved memory number is changed between the start winning prize and the fluctuation start time, the change time is not changed according to the reserved memory number. There is no risk of a discrepancy between the fluctuation pattern determined at the time and the fluctuation pattern determined at the start of the fluctuation, but the game pattern (high base state or low base state) changes between the start winning prize and the fluctuation start, and the fluctuation pattern does not match There is a fear. Therefore, in the short-time number of times 93 to 100 (the number of fluctuations 93 to 100 after the end of the big hit game: the period during which the gaming state may change), the gaming state changes between the start winning prize and the start of fluctuation. As a result, there is a possibility that the variation pattern may differ, so that the pre-reading notice effect is not executed based on the variation pattern command transmitted at the start prize on the side of the production control microcomputer 100, so It is possible to allow the variation patterns to differ at the start.

  Further, in steps S216D and S226D in the above-described start-port switch passing processing, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit of 15 rounds (whether it is a normal big hit or a probable big hit). It may be configured such that a winning effect designation command is transmitted after it is determined whether or not it is a probable big hit. In this case, when the big hit is normal, it can be determined that the random 2 value belongs to the range of 150 to 251, and it is determined that the variation pattern type is accompanied by super reach. When belonging to the range of ˜251, it can be determined that the variation pattern type is accompanied by super reach.

  19 and 20 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the total pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the data set at the beginning of the pending specific area is data indicating “first” (step S52). If the data set at the beginning of the reserved specific area is data indicating “first”, the CPU 56 determines whether the special symbol pointer (special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the second special symbol is being processed). Data indicating “first” is set in a flag indicating whether the symbol process is being performed (step S53). If the data set at the beginning of the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “second”), the CPU 66 indicates “second” in the special symbol pointer. Data is set (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processes of steps S52 to S54, the corresponding special symbol variation display is executed in the order in which the first winning winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 are won. (That is, the change display of the first special symbol is executed in response to the start winning at the first start winning opening 13, and the change display of the second special symbol is executed in response to the start winning at the second start winning opening 14. Executed).

  In addition, instead of the start winning order, for example, the change display of the second special symbol may be performed with priority. In this case, in step S52, the CPU 56 checks whether there is even one piece of data indicating “second” in the reserved specific area. If there is even one piece of data indicating “second”, the process proceeds to step S54, and data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer. On the other hand, if there is no data indicating “second” (that is, if only data indicating “first” is set), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S53 and sets “first” in the special symbol pointer. Set the data indicating. Further, when priority is given to the variable display of the second special symbol, the reserved specific area may not be provided. In this case, first, it is confirmed whether or not there is a reserved memory in the second reserved memory buffer (whether values such as random R, random 1, random 2, etc. are stored). And the data indicating “second” may be set in the special symbol pointer. On the other hand, if there is no reserved memory in the second reserved memory buffer (in this case, there is a reserved memory only in the first reserved memory buffer), the process proceeds to step S53, and data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer Should be set.

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

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and saves each storage area in the first reserved memory number buffer. Shift the contents of. Further, data indicating “first” set at the beginning of the reserved specific area is deleted, and the contents of the subsequent reserved specific area are shifted. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory number buffer are shifted. Further, data indicating “second” set at the beginning of the reserved specific area is deleted, and the contents of the subsequent reserved specific area are shifted.

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

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

  Then, the CPU 56 stores the count value of the total pending storage number counter in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 (step S57), and then decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (step S58). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random number extracted in steps S215 and S225 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs the jackpot determination. The big hit determination module compares the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (see FIG. 8) determined in advance with the big hit determination random number, and if they match, executes the process of determining the big hit or the small hit It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes a big hit determination or a small hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of a big hit is higher than when the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state and short-time state). ing. Specifically, a jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 is set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and the number of jackpot determination values are changed There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When in the gaming state or the short-time state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 8A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined to be a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. But there is.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be a probable big hit or suddenly probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. When the big hit is decided, the special symbol variation display is terminated and the stop symbol is stopped and displayed. Reset at timing.

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIG. 8B) to calculate the small hit The determination process is performed. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches any of the small hit determination values shown in FIG. 8B, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. When it is determined to be a small hit (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

  If the random R value does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of place, the process proceeds to step S75 as it is.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8C. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects a big hit type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8D.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit" or "Suddenly probable big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot type determination random number extracted in steps S215 and S225 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. . Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8C and 8D, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Therefore, the probability that probability variation big hit is selected is high. Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8C and 8D, the sudden probability variation big hit may be selected only when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. For example, even when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the sudden probability variation big hit may be selected, and when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and the second The selection ratio of each jackpot type may be the same when the special symbol variation display is executed.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, one of “1”, “3”, and “7”, which is a big hit symbol, is determined as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type. That is, when the big hit type is determined to be “suddenly promising big hit”, “1” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “normal big hit” is decided, “3” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol. If “probable big hit” is determined, “7” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the small hit flag is set, “5” as the small hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S76).

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C (FIG. 9A) as tables used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. ) To (C)) is selected (step S92). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D (FIG. 9D) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. )) Is selected (step S94). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set (step S95). The time reduction flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the time reduction state (including the time of shifting to the probability change state), and is reset when the time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually determined to be a big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit, set in the process of ending the big hit game, and the timing of digesting the number of times or the special symbol changes when it is determined to be a big hit It is reset at the timing when the display is terminated and the stop symbol is stopped and displayed. If the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S95), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S98.

  If the time reduction flag is not set (N in Step S95), the gaming state is the low base state, so the CPU 56 is out of the table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. The change pattern type determination table for use 135A (see FIG. 10A) is selected (step S97). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S95), since the gaming state is the high base state, the CPU 56 uses the table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. The deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B (see FIG. 10B) is selected (step S98). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S95 to S98 is executed, and the gaming state is in the short-time state (including the case of the probability variation state), the variation pattern for loss shown in FIG. The type determination table 135B is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-2 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S102, which will be described later. If the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-2 is determined, the process changes in step S105. Non-reach PA1-2 of a shortening variation (shortening variation in the high base state) is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included), the variation display of the shortening variation may be performed.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads random 2 (random number for variation pattern type determination) from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and selects the table selected in the process of step S92, S94, S97 or S98. By referencing, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S102).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A and 137B (see FIG. 11) as tables used to determine the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S102. ), One of the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A (see FIG. 12) is selected (step S103). Further, the random pattern 3 (random number for variation pattern determination) is read from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and the variation pattern is determined by referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in step S103. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S105). When the random number 3 (variation pattern determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). It is also possible to extract the value directly from and to determine the variation pattern based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S106).

  Also, the special symbol change is started (step S107). For example, a start flag corresponding to the special symbol referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 is set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S108). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S109).

  In the case where it is determined to be out of place, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination. Then, based on the determination result as to whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S95 to S98 and S102 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, the variation pattern type determination table for non-reach (including the variation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-2 shown in FIG. 10) and the variation pattern type determination table for reach (FIG. 10). 1 including normal fluctuation pattern types of normal CA2-3 to normal CA2-5 and super CA2-6), and one of the fluctuation pattern type determination tables is selected based on the reach determination result. The variation pattern type may be determined.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number, depending on the total reserved memory number (which may be the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number), Reach determination tables having different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases. In this case, for example, in the determination at the time of starting winning in the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 may determine in advance whether or not the reach is achieved by using the reach determination table with the lower reach selection ratio. . In consideration of a decrease in the execution ratio of the notice effect, as shown in this embodiment, whether or not the super reach is achieved depending on the variation pattern type without performing the lottery process using the random number for reach determination. It is preferable to make a preliminary announcement effect by determining whether or not in advance.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the presentation control commands (display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation) (see FIG. 13) according to the determined type of big hit, small hit, and loss. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If not set, the process proceeds to step S116. When the big hit flag is set, when the big hit type is a probable big hit, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S111 and S112). Specifically, whether or not it is a probable big hit can be determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “02”. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit (steps S113 and S114). Whether or not it is a sudden probability variation big hit can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “03”. When neither the probability variation big hit nor the sudden probability variation big hit is obtained (that is, when it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 2 designation command (step S115).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (step S117). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S116), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S118).

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

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

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 decrements the variable time timer by 1 (step S125), and when the variable time timer times out (step S126), the value of the special symbol process flag corresponds to the special symbol stop process (step S304). The updated value is updated (step S127). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 sets an end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S32 to end the variation of the special symbol, and the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. Then, a control for deriving and displaying stop symbols is performed (step S131). If data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a is terminated, and “second” is indicated in the special symbol pointer. When data is set, the variation of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is terminated. Moreover, control which transmits the symbol determination designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for production control is performed (step S132). When the big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S139A (step S133).

  If the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability change flag indicating the probability change state and the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state if set (step S134). Control to transmit a big hit start designation command to the microcomputer 100 is performed (step S135). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is normally jackpot, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted. If the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. When the big hit type is sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command is transmitted. Whether the big hit type is the normal big hit, the probability variation big hit or the sudden probability variation big hit is determined based on the data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the big hit type buffer). .

  In addition, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (for example, the time when the effect display device 9 notifies that the big hit has occurred) is set in the big hit display time timer (step S136). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 15 times in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, and 2 times in the case of a sudden probable big hit) is set in the big prize opening number counter (step S137). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-winner opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S138).

  In step S139A, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a probability variation flag indicating that the probability variation state is set. If the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set (step S139B). When the time reduction flag is set (that is, when the time change state is not controlled and only the time reduction state is controlled), the value of the time reduction counter indicating the number of times that the special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state is- 1 (step S140). Further, when the value of the time reduction counter becomes 0 (step S141), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S142). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S142A).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S143). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / suddenly probable big hit start designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S144). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (for example, the time when the effect display device 9 notifies that the small hit has occurred) is set in the small hit display time timer (step S145). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) is set in the special winning opening opening number counter (step S146). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S147).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S143), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S148).

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S150). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S154. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S151), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S152). Here, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted when it is a normal big hit, a big hit end 2 designation command is sent when it is a probable big hit, and a small hit / abrupt is sudden when it is a sudden probable big hit. Send a probable jackpot end designation command. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed in the image display device 9 (the big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S153), and the processing is ended.

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

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S155), the CPU 56 checks whether the big hit type is a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit (step S156). Note that whether or not the probability change big hit or sudden probability change big hit is, specifically, whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “02” to “03”. This can be determined by checking. If neither the probability change big hit nor the sudden probability change big hit is present (that is, if it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 sets the time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the time reduction state (step S157). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in a time reduction counter for counting the number of time reductions (step S158). Then, the process proceeds to step S161.

  If the probability change big hit or the sudden probability change big hit, the CPU 56 sets the probability change flag and shifts the gaming state to the probability change state (step S159). Further, the CPU 56 sets a time reduction flag (step S160). Then, the process proceeds to step S161.

  In this embodiment, the time reduction flag set in steps S157 and S160 is also used to determine whether or not to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 or increase the number of times of opening. In this case, specifically, in the normal symbol process (see step S27), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the time reduction flag is set when the normal symbol variation display result is a win. If so, control is performed to open the variable winning ball device 15 by extending the opening time or increasing the number of times of opening. The time reduction flag set in steps S157 and S160 is used to determine whether or not to shorten the special symbol variation time.

  In step S <b> 161, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (Step S300) (Step S166).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) is performed (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, a random number update process for updating the count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number or a notice selection random number is executed (step S706). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIG. 13) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area.

  28 to 30 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

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

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

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 has the display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) formed in the RAM. Store in the display result designation command storage area (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S620).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start 1 designation command or a jackpot start 2 designation command (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag or a jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag ( Step S622).

  If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag (step S624).

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

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S631), the effect control CPU 101 displays an initial screen on the effect display device 9 indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control is performed (step S632). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols.

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (step S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is displayed. Display control is performed (step S634), and a power failure recovery flag is set (step S635).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 1 designation command (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag (step S642). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 2 designation command (step S643), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag (step S644). If the received effect control command is a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command (step S645), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command reception flag (step S646).

  If the received effect control command is a winning effect designating command (step S651A), the effect control CPU 101 uses the contents of the winning effect designating command (for example, 1st byte data and 2nd byte data). Store in the winning design symbol storage area (step S651B).

  The winning effect design symbol saving area is formed in the RAM, and for example, a saving area corresponding to the upper limit value (8 in this example) of the total reserved memory number is secured. When receiving the winning effect designating command, the contents of the winning effect designating command (for example, the first byte data and the second byte) are sequentially stored in the vacant storage area in the winning effect design storage area in accordance with the received order. Data) is stored. However, every time the variation display of the effect symbol is digested, the oldest one of the contents of the effect symbol designation command stored in the winning effect symbol storage area (that is, the effect at the time of winning corresponding to the digested variation display) The contents of the symbol designation command) are deleted, and the contents of each storage area in the winning effect design symbol storage area are shifted.

  If the received effect control command is a winning effect specifying command (step S652A), the effect control CPU 101 uses the contents of the winning effect specifying command (for example, the first byte data and the second byte data) when winning. Store in the effect storage area (step S652B). And the continuous production | presentation setting process (refer FIG. 31) mentioned later is performed (step S652C).

  The winning effect saving storage area is formed in the RAM, and, for example, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (8 in this example) of the total pending storage number is secured. Then, when receiving the winning effect designation command, the contents of the winning effect designation command (for example, the first byte data and the second byte data) are sequentially stored in the vacant storage area in the winning effect storage area in accordance with the received order. Is stored. However, every time the variation display of the production symbol is digested, the oldest one of the contents of the prize production designation command stored in the prize production storage area (that is, the prize production designation command corresponding to the digested variation display) Is deleted, and the contents of each storage area in the winning effect storage area are shifted.

  If the received production control command is a combined pending storage number designation command (step S653), the presentation control CPU 101 uses the second byte data (EXT data) of the combined pending storage number designation command as a combined pending storage number storage area. (Step S654).

  If the received effect control command is the first start winning designation command (step S655), the effect control CPU 101 sets the first start winning flag (step S656). If the received effect control command is the second start winning designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101 sets the second start winning flag (step S658). If the received effect control command is a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command (step S659), the effect control CPU 101 sets a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag (step S660). After executing the processes of steps S654, S656, S658, and S660, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display unit 18c is executed (step S661).

  If the received effect control command is a normal state designation command (step S662), the effect control CPU 101 resets a time-short state flag indicating that the gaming state is a time-short state (step S663). If the received effect control command is a time reduction state designation command (step S664), the effect control CPU 101 sets a time reduction state flag (step S665).

  If the received effect control command is another command, effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S666). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the continuous effect setting process (step S652C). In the continuous effect setting process shown in FIG. 31, first, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the winning effect designation command is a command for designating a specific variation pattern (specifically, a variation pattern with super reach). (Step S901). Here, whether or not the prize direction designation command designates a variation pattern with super reach is determined by whether or not the prize designation stage designation command is a prize presentation effect 3 designation command (9603 (H): Always execute a lost super reach. It is possible to determine whether or not it is an effect designating command at the time of winning) or an effect designating command at the time of winning 5 (9605 (H): an effect designating command at the time of winning designating that the jackpot super reach is always executed). . If the winning effect designation command is not a command that designates a specific variation pattern (variation pattern with super reach) (N in step S901), it is determined that the condition for executing the pre-reading notice effect is not satisfied, and processing Exit.

  When the winning effect designation command is a command for designating a specific variation pattern (variation pattern with super reach) (Y in step S901), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the total pending storage number is four. Is determined (step S902). If the total pending storage number is not 4 (N in step S902), it is determined that the condition for executing the pre-reading notice effect is not satisfied, and the process ends.

  When the total number of pending storages is 4 (Y in step S902), the effect control CPU 101 determines the three variation patterns before the specific variation pattern (the variation pattern of variation of the super reach based on the current start winning prize). Are determined to be non-reach loss variation patterns (step S903). Here, whether or not all the three variation patterns before the specific variation pattern are non-reach loss variation patterns is a storage area corresponding to the three start winnings before the current start winning in the winning effect storage region. The winning effect designation command stored in is read, and all of the read winning effect designation commands are the prize effect 1 designation commands (9601 (H): a prize effect designation command that designates that non-reach lose is always executed. ) Or not. If none of the three variation patterns before the specific variation pattern is a non-reach loss variation pattern (N in step S903), it is determined that the condition for executing the pre-reading notice effect is not satisfied, and the process is terminated. .

  When the three variation patterns before the specific variation pattern are all non-reach loss variation patterns (Y in step S903), it is determined that the conditions for executing the pre-reading notice effect are satisfied, and for effect control The CPU 101 sets a music start flag indicating that the music at the time of execution of the pre-reading notice effect is output (started) at the start of the next change (step S904). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets 5 in the prefetching notice number counter for counting the number of executions of the prefetching notice effect (four times in this embodiment) (step S905), and ends the process. In this embodiment, the prefetching notice effect is executed over four fluctuations. As will be described later, the value of the prefetching notice number counter is decremented by 1 in step S853A of the production symbol fluctuation stopping process (FIG. 41). Since the pre-reading notice effect is started from the next change after the change of the effect symbol being executed when the continuous effect setting process is executed, 5 is set in the pre-reading notice number counter in step S905. .

  In this embodiment, the pre-reading notice effect (continuous effect) is a total of four times of the change of the specific change pattern (the change pattern of super reach: regardless of whether it is a big hit or not) and the previous three changes. It is configured to notify that a super reach occurs (the possibility of a big hit) is high by continuously executing the music over the fluctuation. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and the specific variation pattern determined in step S901 may be a big hit variation pattern. In this case, it is determined whether or not the winning presentation designation command is a winning presentation 3 designation command or a winning four designation command, or the winning presentation design designation command is a winning presentation design 2 designation command to winning prize. By determining whether or not it is a time effect symbol 3 designation command (in the case of executing a pre-reading notice effect even in the case of a sudden probability change big hit, a prize effect symbol 2 designation command to a prize effect symbol 4 designation command), It can be determined whether or not the specific variation pattern is a big hit variation pattern. According to such a configuration, the pre-reading notice effect can be an effect of determining the big hit. Further, the specific fluctuation pattern may be a big hit super reach fluctuation pattern. In this case, it is possible to determine whether or not the specific variation pattern is a big hit super reach variation pattern by determining whether or not the winning presentation designation command is a winning four designation command. According to such a configuration, the pre-reading notice effect can be an effect in which the big hit is determined after the super reach is executed. Furthermore, the specific variation pattern may be a loss super reach variation pattern or a jackpot variation pattern. In this case, by determining whether or not the winning effect designation command is a winning effect 3 designation command to a winning effect 5 designation command, the specific variation pattern is the loss super reach variation pattern and the jackpot super reach variation pattern. It can be determined whether or not. According to such a configuration, the pre-reading notice effect can be an effect of notifying the change of the lost super reach or the change of the big hit.

  Further, in this embodiment, the case where the maximum value (upper limit value) of the number of fluctuations of the continuous performance is 4 times is shown, but the fluctuation display is not limited to 4 times but 2 times, 3 times or 5 times or more. You may comprise so that a continuous production may be performed over. For example, although it has been configured to determine whether or not the number of reserved memories is 4 in step S902, it is not limited to such a configuration, and the number of reserved memories is 2, 3 or 5 (however, the upper limit value) 8 or less), and a value of 3, 4 or 6 or more may be set in the prefetch notice count counter in step S905.

  FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram showing the composition of the music that is output at the time of prefetching notice. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 32, the low-bass medium that is output when the low-base state is controlled as the music (music) that is output (flowed) during the execution of the pre-reading notice effect (continuous effect). A music piece and a high-bass medium music piece that is output when the high-base state is controlled are provided.

  In both the low base medium music and the high base medium music, one continuous music (music / song) is divided into four parts (part 1 to part 4). In the low bass medium music, the time of each of the four parts is set to 8 seconds, and in the high bass medium music, the time of each of the four parts is set to 5 seconds. As described above, on the condition that the non-reach loss variation pattern is selected in the three variations before the variation of the specific variation pattern that is the target of the pre-reading notice (see step S903 in FIG. 31), the pre-reading notice effect ( The non-reach loss variation pattern (non-reach PA1-1) has a variation time of 8 seconds when controlled to the low base state, and is controlled to the high base state. The variation time of the non-reach loss variation pattern (non-reach PA1-2) is 5 seconds. The variation time of the non-reach loss variation pattern and the time (performance time) of each part of the music are combined. In addition, both the low-bass medium music and the high-basis medium music are to be the chorus part of the music (the music is the most exciting part) in the part 4 (the fluctuation in which the target specific fluctuation pattern is executed). If this is done, the player's expectation can be further enhanced.

  FIG. 33 is a timing chart showing timings of normal fluctuation and fluctuation at the time of the pre-reading notice. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 33A, in a normal variation (a normal variation in which a reach effect, a specific effect or the like is not executed), part 1 of a song (low-base medium music or high-base medium music) Only the part of is repeatedly output (played). On the other hand, in the change at the time of the pre-reading notice, the part 1 part of the music is output in the same way as the normal change in the first change of the pre-reading notice, but the part 2 part of the music is output in the second change, In the third change, the part 3 part of the music is output, and in the fourth change (the change in the target of the pre-reading notice), the part 4 part of the music is output. Then, after the part 4 part is output, the effect of super reach is executed. Conventionally, if the fluctuation of normal fluctuation sound (fluctuation sound at the time of normal fluctuation) is executed without outputting the music at the pre-reading notice effect, it is not likely that the player will immediately hit the player In this embodiment, the part 1 part of music (normal fluctuation sound) is output, and the part 2 part of music is output in the next fluctuation. Output the part 3 part of the music in the next fluctuation, and output the part 4 part of the music in the last fluctuation (target change of the look-ahead notice). Gives a feeling and can improve the interest of the game.

  In the example shown in FIG. 33 (A), the symbol change time (5 seconds or 8 seconds) specified by the change pattern (symbol stop time after the symbol change stops) Time to be included). Therefore, the music is continuously output even during the symbol stop time. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and as shown in FIG. 33 (B), the variation time specified by the variation pattern may be the time from the start of the symbol variation to the stop (in the variation time). May not include symbol stop time). Specifically, for example, when it is determined that the variation time has timed out in the special symbol variation process shown in FIG. 23 (Y in step S126), a stop time timer for measuring the symbol stop time is started, and the stop time The stop symbol may be stopped and displayed (derived display) until the timer times out (step S131). In this case, the music stops at the symbol stop time, and the next part of the music starts at the start of the next change (the music is interrupted at each change). However, in this configuration, the music may be continuously output even during the symbol stop time. In other words, if the stop time of a symbol is 1 second, the total time of 6 seconds or 9 seconds of fluctuation time (5 seconds or 8 seconds) + stop time (1 second) is set as the time of each part of the music. The music may be continuously output even during the stop time, so that the music is not interrupted for each change.

  Since the symbol stop time is extremely short, the final sound of each part may be extended by the symbol stop time and output so that the symbol variation timing and the music output timing match.

  In the example shown in FIG. 33, the execution time (output time) of part 4 executed in the fourth change of the prefetch notice is set to 5 seconds or 8 seconds as in the execution time of parts 1 to 3. Because the change of the fourth time of the prefetching notice (the change of the target of the prefetching notice) is different from the change time of the first to third notices of the prefetching notice, the execution time of part 4 is a time other than 5 seconds or 8 seconds (5 seconds) Alternatively, the time may be shorter than 8 seconds or longer.

  Further, in the fourth variation of the pre-reading notice, the super-reach effect (super-reach music (audio output)) is performed after the part 4 portion of the music is output. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and after outputting the part 4 part, the part 5 part of the music may be output as a super reach effect (music being produced by the super reach). Furthermore, when the part 5 part of the music is output during the production of super reach, the reliability of the jackpot is higher than when the part 5 part is not output (when the music for super reach is output). It may be made to become.

  FIG. 34 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the music during the pre-reading notice effect. In the example shown in FIG. 34, the song that is being pre-readed in advance is set to be a “corner roll” of a nursery rhyme. In FIG. 34 (A), the effect design of the left middle right is changing on the screen of the effect display device 9, and the total number of pending storage is three. At this time, the part 1 part of “Dongkorokoro” (“Dongkorokoro-Donburoko”) is output as the fluctuation sound of the normal fluctuation.

  FIG. 34 (B) shows a state in which a start winning is generated when the left middle right effect symbol is changing on the screen of the effect display device 9, and the total number of pending storage is four. At this time as well, the part 1 part of “Dongkorokoro” (“Dongkorokoro-Donburoko”) is output as the fluctuation sound of the normal fluctuation.

  The fourth start prize is a random value in the range of 150 to 251 in step S216E or S226E in the start port switch passing process (FIGS. 16 and 17), or a random 2 value is 230 in step S216K or S226K. When it is determined that it is in the range of ˜251 (that is, it is determined that the super reach is always executed), the production control CPU 101 receives the start winning 3 designation command or the starting winning 5 designation command in step S901. (Determined as a specific variation pattern in step S901), the current number of reserved memories is 4 (Y in step S902), and three variations before the variation based on the current start winning prize If the fluctuation pattern is a non-reach loss fluctuation pattern If it is determined (Y in step S903), the music start flag is set, and the prefetching notice counter is set to 5 (steps S904 and S905), so that the prefetching notice effect (continuous production) is started four times from the start of the next change. It is executed over the variation. Note that the fourth start winning memory in FIG. 34B is indicated by a black circle, which indicates that the start winning memory of the specific variation pattern (the start winning memory of the target for the pre-reading notice). It is not a black circle on the actual screen.

  One start winning memory is digested with the start of the production symbol variation (FIG. 34C). The pre-reading notice effect is started from this change, but in the first look-ahead notice effect, the part 1 part of “Acorn Roller” is output in the same way as the normal fluctuation sound. .

  At the start of the next effect symbol variation, one start winning memory is consumed (FIG. 34D), and the second pre-reading notice effect is executed. In the second look-ahead notice effect, the part 2 of “Donkuri Korokoro” (“Fuck in the pond”) is output. In addition, one start winning memory is consumed with the start of the next effect design change (FIG. 34E), and the third prefetch notice effect is executed. In the third read-ahead announcement attraction is part of Part 3 of "Donkuri claims about" ( "- came out soil Hello") is output. Furthermore, one start winning memory is consumed with the start of the next effect design change (FIG. 34 (F)), and the fourth prefetch notice effect is executed. In the fourth look-ahead preview, the part 4 of “Donkuri Koro” (“Let's play together”) is output. Then, it develops into super reach and super reach production is executed.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, if the music continuation flag indicating that not all the music output during the pre-reading notice effect is set is set, the effect control CPU 101 uses the sound used at that time. The music output is continuously executed according to the number data (steps S800A and S800B). In this embodiment, by executing steps S800A and S800B, the music is continuously output when all of the music output during the pre-reading notice effect has not ended. When all the music is completed, the music continuation flag is reset and the output of the music is completed (see steps S853A to S853C described later).

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 performs any one of steps S800 to S806 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled and variable display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is realized. However, the effect symbol (decoration symbol) synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol is realized. Control related to variable display and control related to variable display of effect symbols (decorative symbols) synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol are executed in one effect control process.

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

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

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

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Based on the reception of the effect control command (design determination designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop, the variation of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is stopped and the display result (stop symbol) Control to derive and display. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S805).

  Big hit game processing (step S805): Control during big hit game is performed. For example, when a special winning opening opening designation command or a special winning opening open designation command is received, display control of the number of rounds in the effect display device 9 is performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit end process (step S806).

  Big hit end processing (step S806): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the music start flag is set (step S820A). If the music start flag is set, the music start flag is reset. (Step S820B), a music continuation flag is set (Step S820C).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S820). Next, the display result (stop symbol) of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is determined according to the data stored in the display result specification command storage area (that is, the received display result specification command) (step S821). The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a stop symbol of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 38, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot (when the received display result designation command is a display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 uses the stop design as a stop symbol. A combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are even-numbered symbols (a stop symbol that usually reminds of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. When the received display result designation command indicates a probable big hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 3 designation command), the production control CPU 101 uses odd symbols (probability variation) as 3 symbols as stop symbols. The combination of effect symbols arranged in a stop symbol reminiscent of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. And in the case of detachment (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. When the received display result designation command suddenly shows a probable big hit or small hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command), the CPU 101 for effect control Determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as stop symbols. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol (decoration symbol).

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

  As for the effect symbols, a stop symbol that recalls a big hit is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol reminiscent of a probable big hit is called a probable big hit symbol, and a stop symbol reminiscent of a normal big hit is called a normal big hit symbol. And a stop symbol that reminds of a loss is called a loss symbol.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the gaming state is in the high base state (step S822A). When it is determined that the gaming state is not in the high base state (that is, in the low base state) (N in step S822A), the process table corresponding to the variation pattern for low base (music for low base) is selected. (Step S822B). Note that the background pattern on the screen of the effect display device 9, the image of the effect symbol, and the like, the lighting pattern of the lamp, etc. may be set for the low base. When it is determined that the gaming state is in the high base state (Y in step S822A), a process table corresponding to the high base variation pattern (high base music) is selected (step S822C). In addition, the lighting pattern of the lamp, such as a background image on the screen of the effect display device 9 or an effect symbol image, may be set for the high base. Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S823). If it is determined to execute the continuous notice effect in the notice effect setting process in step S707, process data corresponding to the determined continuous notice effect is selected in step S822.

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol). Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  The process table shown in FIG. 39 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  In addition, in the process table used when effect control is executed for a variation pattern with reach effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time further elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbols is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream and the sliding effect. May be.

  In addition, the CPU 101 for effect control, according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), effects device (effect display device 9 as an effect component, effect component as an effect component) Control of various lamps and speakers 27R, 27L as effect parts is executed (step S824). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio output board 70 in order to output audio from the speakers 27R and 27L.

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

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S825), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802). (Step S826).

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S841) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (step S842). When the process timer times out (step S843), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S844). Further, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S845). The sound output of the part 1 of the music executed for each change is executed in step S845. During the pre-reading notice effect, the music is continuously output in step S800B.

  Next, if the variation time timer has timed out (step S846), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S848). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S847), the process proceeds to step S848. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set, the confirmed command reception flag is reset. (Step S852). If a value is set in the prefetch notice count counter, 1 is subtracted from the counter value (step S853A). Then, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the prefetch notice counter is 0 (step S853B), and if the value is 0, the music continuation flag is reset (step S853C). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 performs control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol in accordance with the data (data indicating the stop symbol) stored in the effect symbol display result storage area (step S854). Then, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit (step S855). Whether it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit is confirmed, for example, by a display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. In this embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit according to the determined stop symbol.

  If it is determined to be a big hit, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display process (step S804) (step S856).

  If it is determined not to win, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S857).

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 ends the variation (variable display) of the production symbol (decoration symbol) on the condition that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received (see steps S851 and S853). . However, when the variation time timer based on the received variation pattern command times out, the variation of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) may be controlled without receiving the symbol determination designation command. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 may not transmit the symbol confirmation designation command for designating the end of variable display.

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 receives any jackpot start designation command reception flag (a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag indicating that a jackpot start 1 designation command has been received, or a jackpot start 2 designation command has been received). It is confirmed whether the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag shown or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag) indicating that the small hit / sudden probability big hit start designation command has been received is set (step S871). . If any one of the jackpot start designation command reception flags has been set, control is performed to display a game start screen corresponding to the set flag on the effect display device 9 (step S872). Also, the set flag (big hit start 1 designation command reception flag, big hit start 2 designation command reception flag, or small hit / sudden probability sudden hit big start start command reception flag) is reset (step S873). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S805) (step S874).

  It should be noted that, in addition to the process for displaying a big hit, a process for displaying a small hit is provided. In the case of a small hit, for example, a predetermined period (a big prize opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds) Sufficient time (for example, 0.5 seconds) may be produced in the same manner as in the case of sudden big hit.

  In addition, in the case of a small hit or sudden probability variation big hit, the production control CPU 101 does not execute the production based on reception of the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command. Based on the reception of the fluctuation pattern command, an effect that suggests a small hit or suddenly probable big hit may be executed for a predetermined period. In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control switches the process data for performing an effect that suggests a small hit or a sudden probability change big hit every process time, and performs the effect according to the switched process data.

  In step S872, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to display a screen for informing the start of the big hit game on the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S806) in the effect control process. In the jackpot end process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the jackpot end effect timer is set (step S880). If the big hit end effect timer is set, the process proceeds to step S885. When the jackpot end effect timer is not set, the jackpot end designation command reception flag (the jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag, the jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag, the small hit / suddenly) indicating that the jackpot end designation command has been received. It is confirmed whether or not the probability variation big hit end command reception flag) is set (step S881). When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set, the jackpot end designation command reception flag (the jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag, the jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag, or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot termination designation command reception flag) ) Is reset (step S882), a value corresponding to the jackpot end display time is set in the jackpot end effect timer (step S883), and the jackpot end screen (screen for informing the end of the jackpot game) is displayed on the effect display device 9 Is displayed (step S884). Specifically, an instruction to display the big hit end screen is given to the VDP 109.

  In step S885, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end effect timer. Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end effect timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end effect time has elapsed (step S886). If not, the process ends. When the big hit end effect time has elapsed, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S892).

  In this embodiment, the setting of the notice effect may be executed as a subroutine immediately before each process of steps S800 to S806 of the effect symbol process is executed, for example.

  In addition to the pre-reading notice effect (continuous effect), it is executed during the variable display based on whether or not the other notice effect (the display result of the variable display executed this time is a big hit) at the start of the fluctuation of the effect symbol. It is also possible to determine whether or not to execute the effect of the advance notice) and execute it. For example, at the start of variation of the production symbol, in the production symbol variation start process, it is determined whether or not to execute a step-up notice effect, a mini character notice effect, a button notice effect accompanied by a button operation, etc. Or you may make it perform all during the change display of an effect symbol.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect (continuous effect) is executed, the part 1 part (normal fluctuation sound) of the music is output, and the part 2 of the music in the next fluctuation is output. The part 3 of the music is output in the next fluctuation, and the part 4 of the music is output in the last fluctuation (the change in the target of the pre-reading notice), so that the fluctuation sound in the normal fluctuation is obtained. It is possible to have a sense of expectation and improve the interest of the game.

  Further, the production control CPU 101 determines that variable display of the specific variation pattern is executed (Y in step S901), and all the predetermined number of variable displays executed before the variable display of the specific variation pattern are all performed. It is configured to execute a continuous effect on the condition that it is determined that the display result is a variable display of a non-specific display result mode (non-reach loss) that is not a reach and the display result is not a specific display result (Y in steps S902 and S903). Therefore, it is possible to prevent a portion (part) of a piece of music that is continuously executed from being interrupted by reaching when the continuous production is being executed.

  In addition, the music is divided into a plurality of parts (part 1 to part 4), and each stage part is sequentially executed for each variable display of the non-specific display result mode, and the final stage part in the variable display of the specific variation pattern (Part 4) is executed, and the execution time of each stage part (part 1 to part 3) other than the final stage is common, and the variable display time of the non-specific display result mode is also the part of each stage (part 1 to part 1). Since the configuration is common to the execution time of Part 3), the last stage portion can always be executed when the variable display of the specific variation pattern is executed, and the fun of the game can be further improved.

  In addition, when controlled to the low base state, the variation pattern of the non-reach losing PA1-1 having the common first variable display time (variation time of 8 seconds) is determined regardless of the number of reserved memories, and the control is performed to the high base state. When it is, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach loss PA1-2 of the common second variable display time (fluctuation time 5 seconds) is determined regardless of the number of stored storage, and when the low base state is controlled, the continuous effect The first variable display time portion (each part of the low bass medium music) is executed as the second variable display time portion (each part of the high bass medium music) as a continuous effect when controlled to the high base state. Therefore, even if the variable display time is varied depending on whether or not the high base state is set, the continuous effect can be executed.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
In the first embodiment, when the low base state is controlled, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach lose PA 1-1 having the common first variable display time (fluctuation time of 8 seconds) is determined regardless of the number of reserved memories. When the high base state is controlled, the variation pattern of the non-reach loss PA1-2 of the common second variable display time (fluctuation time 5 seconds) is determined regardless of the number of stored storages. Not limited to such a configuration, when the low base state is controlled, the non-reach loss variation pattern of the variable display time is determined according to the number of reserved memories, while the high base state is controlled. In some cases, a non-reach loss variation pattern with a common variable display time (variation time 5 seconds) may be determined regardless of the number of reserved memories.

  FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram showing such a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance in the second embodiment. 44, the variation pattern of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 6 is different from the variation pattern of the non-reach PA1-1 when the number of pending storages is zero when the low base state is controlled. Can be determined, and when the number of pending storages is 2 to 4 when controlled to the low base state, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-2 can be determined and is controlled to the low base state When the number of reserved memories is 5 to 8, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-3 can be determined, and when controlled to the high base state, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4 regardless of the number of reserved memories Is a point that can be determined. Other fluctuation patterns are the same as those shown in FIG.

  FIG. 45 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern type determination table in the second embodiment. 45 differs from the loss variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. 10 in that the low-base loss variation pattern type determination table is a table with 0 or 1 stored memory (non-reach variation pattern type). CA2-1 is set), a table with 2 to 4 reserved memories (non-reach variation pattern type CA2-2 is set), and a table with 5 to 8 reserved memories (non-reach variation pattern type CA2-). 3 is a setting). Note that the non-reach fluctuation pattern type CA2-4 is set in the deviation pattern type determination table for high base deviation. Other configurations are the same as those shown in FIG.

  FIG. 46 is an explanatory diagram showing a deviation variation pattern determination table in the second embodiment. In correspondence with the provision of CA2-1 to CA2-4 as non-reach deviation variation pattern types in FIG. 45, non-reach deviation variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4 are also set in the deviation variation pattern determination table. It is what. Using these tables, the variation pattern type and the variation pattern are determined in the variation pattern setting process.

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing continuous effect setting processing in the second embodiment. In the configuration shown in FIG. 47, unlike the configuration shown in FIG. 31, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the gaming state is a high base state (step S900). The process ends. That is, in the second embodiment, the pre-reading notice is executed on the condition that the high base state is controlled. Other configurations are the same as those shown in FIG.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the execution frequency of the continuous production in the high base state by setting the variable display time of the non-reach loss when the control is set to the high base state in which the hold storage is easily stored. Can do.

Embodiment 3 FIG.
In the second embodiment, when the low base state is controlled, the variation pattern of the non-reach loss of the variable display time that differs depending on the number of reserved storage is determined, while when the high base state is controlled, The non-reach loss fluctuation pattern of the common variable display time (fluctuation time of 5 seconds) is determined regardless of the number of reserved memories. In the third embodiment, the low base state is controlled. Determines the non-reach loss variation pattern of the common variable display time regardless of the number of reserved memories, while the non-reach loss variation of the variable display time varies depending on the number of reserved memories when controlled to the high base state The pattern is determined.

  FIG. 48 is an explanatory view showing the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance in the third embodiment. In FIG. 48, the variation pattern of the first and second embodiments shown in FIGS. 6 and 44 is different from the variation pattern of the non-reach PA1-1 when controlled to the low base state regardless of the number of reserved memories. Can be determined, and when the high base state is controlled, the number of pending storages is 0, and when it is 1, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-2 can be determined, and when the high base state is controlled When the number of reserved memories is 2 to 5, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-3 can be determined, and when the number of reserved memories is 6 to 8 when controlled to the high base state, the non-reach PA1. -4 variation pattern can be determined. Other variation patterns are the same as those shown in FIGS.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the execution frequency of the continuous performance in the low base state by setting the non-reach loss variable display time when the low base state is controlled to a fixed time.

  In each of the above embodiments, the execution of the continuous effect is started from part 1, but may be started from part 2 or the like. Also, one piece of music was configured to be output continuously even during a period between four fluctuations (fluctuation stop period), but the music also stopped (so as to be interrupted) during the fluctuation stop period. May be. Moreover, you may make it perform the continuous effect of the frequency | count of less than 5 when the number of pending storage is 5 or more.

  Further, in each of the above-described embodiments, the time-short state (that is, the high base state) continues until 100 fluctuations are executed after the end of the big hit game, and the above-described second embodiment. Was controlled so that continuous advance notice can be executed on the condition that it is controlled to the high base state, but the short time state (that is, the high base state) continues until 100 fluctuations are executed after the end of the big hit game Regardless of this, the continuous notice may be controlled so that it can be executed on the condition that, for example, 20 fluctuations are executed after the end of the big hit game.

  In addition, in a gaming machine having a high probability of jackpot in the probability variation state (for example, a gaming machine having a probability of jackpot probability of 1/15 or the like in the probability variation state), the continuous performance is always executed for a predetermined number of times (for example, four times) after the big hit game is finished. It may be. Furthermore, after the big hit game, for example, the short time state (that is, the high base state) can be continued until 50 fluctuations are executed. In a possible gaming machine, a continuous effect may be executed in the 51st to 54th variations after the end of the big hit game.

  Furthermore, the number of music parts is divided according to the number of executions of the continuous performance, but the number of music parts may be four in the high base state, and the number of music parts may be three in the low base state (high The number of parts of the music may be different between the base state and the low base state). Alternatively, the music for the high bass may be an up-tempo music, and the music for the low bass may be a slow-tempo music.

  In addition, even if it is the structure which determines the fluctuation | variation pattern of the daily reach deviation of different fluctuation | variation time according to a pending | holding memory | storage number, you may comprise so that a continuous production may be performed. For example, when the number of reserved memories is 0 or 1, the non-reach shift fluctuation time is T1, and when the number of hold memories is 2 to 5, the non-reach shift fluctuation time is T2 and the hold storage count is 6 to 8. In some cases, assuming that the variation time of non-reach is T3, each part of the music has an execution time part that matches the variation times T1 to T3. Then, the variation pattern of the variation time T2 is determined for the part 1 of the music, the variation pattern of the variation time T3 is determined for the part 2, and the variation pattern of the variation time T2 is determined for the part 3. If the variation pattern of the variation time T2 is determined at 4, the part 1 executes the part 1 of the execution time T2, the part 2 executes the part 2 of the execution time T3, and the part 3 executes the execution time T2. Part 3 is executed, and part 4 may be executed as part 4 of execution time T2.

  In each of the above embodiments, priorities are provided for winning at the first start winning opening 13 (variation of the first special symbol) and winning at the second starting winning opening 14 (variation of the second special symbol). However, the change is started in the order in which the start winnings are generated. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the first start winning is determined based on the winning to the second starting winning port 14 without being limited to such a configuration. You may comprise so that it may prioritize the fluctuation | variation of the 1st special symbol based on the winning to the mouth 13, and may be performed. In this case, in the special symbol normal process (FIG. 19), after step S51, it is determined whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter is 0. If not, step S54 is executed. May be configured to execute step S53. In addition, when the change of the second special symbol based on the winning at the second start winning port 14 is executed in preference to the change of the first special symbol based on the winning at the first starting winning port 13, the game control micro The computer 560 replaces the first start winning designation command, the second start winning designation command, and the combined reserved memory number designation command with the first effect memory designation that designates the reserved memory for starting the variation of the first special symbol. A second effect storage designation command for designating that the command and the second special symbol are reserved storage for starting the change is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In each of the above embodiments, two special symbols are configured to be variable. However, only one special symbol may be configured to vary. In this case, it is not necessary to separate the effect control command for the first special symbol and the effect control command for the second special symbol. For example, it is not necessary to provide the first start winning designation command (C000 (H)) and the second start winning designation command (C100 (H)).

  The gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but is scored in response to detection of a winning ball by enclosing the gaming ball It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives

  Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to the computer device or the like included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in advance a computer It may take the form of being distributed by preinstalling in a recording device such as a device. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention may be distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. I do not care.

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

  In the above-described embodiment, the production control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the boards on which the circuit for controlling the production apparatus is mounted. You may mount on one board | substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27R, 27L, etc.) are mounted. Alternatively, two substrates, the second effect control substrate, may be provided.

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 3). The sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 5 or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to sound control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  Note that each embodiment and modification can be applied in appropriate combination.

  The present invention can be applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and is particularly suitable for a gaming machine having a plurality of variable display means, in which variable display is not executed simultaneously on these variable display means. Applied.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (1)

Variable display that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium passes through a predetermined start area, and displays the display result. A gaming machine that controls a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device,
Numerical data extraction means for extracting numerical data when a game medium passes through the starting area;
For the variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium has passed through the start area, the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means is stored as reserved storage up to a predetermined upper limit number. Holding storage means;
Before the start condition of the variable display based on the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means is satisfied, the variable display becomes a predetermined mode using the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means. State determination means for determining whether or not,
When the start condition for variable display based on the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means is satisfied, the variable display is changed to the predetermined mode using the numerical data extracted by the numerical data extraction means. Starting state determining means for determining whether or not to do;
In accordance with the determination result of the state determination means, continuous effect execution means for executing a continuous effect over a plurality of variable displays;
A partial effect executing means for executing a partial effect during a predetermined effect every time variable display is executed, and ending the partial effect when displaying a display result of identification information;
The continuous effect execution means executes a partial effect in the predetermined effect as the continuous effect in one variable display, and a part following the partial effect in the predetermined effect as the continuous effect in the next variable display. A game machine characterized by executing a partial production of.

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