JP2013000147A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a performance related to a game with changes and to improve amusements of the game, in a game machine which includes a game control means for controlling the progress of the game and a performance control means for executing performance control of a variable display game of variably displaying two or more pieces of identification information on the basis of command information from the game control means, and is capable of generating a special game state advantageous for a player in association with the result form of the variable display game.SOLUTION: The game machine includes a group probability state reporting means for reporting, on the basis of probability state information received by a reception means, information related to a probability state of a group to which the game machine which has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs.

Description

  The present invention comprises a game control means for controlling the progress of the game, and an effect control means for effecting control of a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information based on command information from the game control means, The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state that is advantageous for a player in relation to a result mode of a variable display game.

  Conventionally, it has effect control means for performing effect control including a variable display game in relation to command information from the game control means, and can generate a special game state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game. Among gaming machines, gaming machines that can transmit and receive control information with other gaming machines are known. In such a gaming machine, the production control means controls the production related to the game of the gaming machine as the main production based on the command information from the game control means of the own gaming machine, and from other gaming machines. Based on the control information, the control of the effect related to the game content that becomes the subordinate effect with respect to the main effect is performed (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2004-81266 A

  In the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, an effect related to another gaming machine can be displayed or a display related to the own gaming machine can be displayed on the other gaming machine, but it is merely an effect.

  An object of the present invention is to provide game control means for controlling the progress of a game, and effect control means for effect control of a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information in a variable manner based on command information from the game control means. In the gaming machine capable of generating a special game state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game, the game-related effects are changed and the interest of the game is improved.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention according to claim 1 is a game control means for controlling the progress of a game, and a variable display game for variably displaying a plurality of identification information based on command information from the game control means. A game machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game.
Probability setting means for setting the state of the probability of occurrence of the special gaming state to at least one of a normal probability state and a high probability state higher than the normal probability state,
The production control means includes
A probability state storage means for storing the probability state;
A probability state notifying means for notifying the probability state;
Transmitting means capable of transmitting probability state information which is information on the probability of occurrence of the special gaming state set in the own gaming machine with respect to the effect control means of other gaming machines;
Receiving means capable of receiving the probability state information from other gaming machines,
The probability state notification means includes:
Based on the probability state information received by the receiving means, group probability state notifying means for notifying information on the probability state of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs is provided.

  Here, informing the information on the probability state of the group means, for example, suggesting and informing the number of gaming machines set with a high probability in the group.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, it is possible to perform an unprecedented notification of notifying information related to the probability state of a group, and to change the effects related to the game, thereby improving the interest of the game. Can do. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

Invention of Claim 2 is a gaming machine of Claim 1, Comprising: The said group probability state alerting | reporting means,
A notification mode determining means for determining a notification mode according to a ratio of the gaming machines in the group that are in the high probability state is provided.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, the player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group, instead of viewing only one gaming machine as in the past. spread. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

Invention of Claim 3 is a gaming machine of Claim 2, Comprising: The said alerting | reporting mode determination means is
When the gaming machines in the group start operation, the notification mode is determined according to the ratio of gaming machines in the high probability state in the remaining gaming machines.

  According to the third aspect of the present invention, it is possible to notify only the information about the vacant table, which is a reference for the player to select the game table. Moreover, since it can be estimated whether the game machine which started the game by the change of an alerting | reporting aspect is a high probability state, the operation rate of the vacant stand in a group can be improved.

Invention of Claim 4 is a gaming machine of Claim 2, Comprising: The said group probability state alerting | reporting means,
When other gaming machines in the group start operation, the notification in the own gaming machine is terminated.

  According to the fourth aspect of the present invention, it is possible to make it impossible to infer whether or not the gaming machine that has started the game is in a high probability state due to a change in the notification mode, and to increase the player's expectation.

Invention of Claim 5 is a gaming machine of Claim 3 or 4, Comprising: The said alerting | reporting mode determination means is
When the game machine is in the high probability state and in a non-operating state, and the adjacent game machine has executed the variable display game a predetermined number of times in the normal probability state, the game machine is The high-probability state is notified.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, an unprecedented notification of notifying that an adjacent vacant stand is in a high probability state can be performed, and a change in the game-related effects can be provided. Interest can be improved. In addition, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied, and to give a willingness to continue the game.

A sixth aspect of the present invention is the gaming machine according to the fifth aspect, wherein the probability setting means is provided after the end of the special gaming state based on a result mode that has triggered the generation of the special gaming state. Set the state of probability that the special gaming state will occur,
The group probability state notification means includes:
After the special gaming state ends, the notification is not performed until a predetermined period has elapsed.

  According to the invention described in claim 6, when the probability state after the end of the special gaming state is not clearly notified, whether the gaming machine is in a high probability state due to a change in the notification mode of information regarding the probability state of the group It is possible not to guess whether or not, and to expect the player's expectation.

A seventh aspect of the present invention is the gaming machine according to any one of the first to sixth aspects, wherein the probability setting means has a plurality of probability settings having different probability states in which the special gaming state occurs. Any one of the probability settings can be selected by an operation of a clerk at a game store.
The transmission means can transmit the probability setting selected by the game machine to the effect control means of another gaming machine as the probability state information.
The group probability state notification means includes:
Based on the probability state information received by the receiving means, information on the probability setting of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs is notified.

  According to the seventh aspect of the invention, not only a pachinko gaming machine but also a pachislot gaming machine can perform an unprecedented notification of notifying information on the probability state of the group, and can change the effects related to the game. It is possible to improve the interest of the game. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

The invention according to claim 8 is the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the display device displays information related to the game,
Production operation means that can be operated by the player,
The probability state notification means includes:
Based on the operation of the effect operation means, information on the probability state of the own gaming machine or other gaming machines belonging to the group that has transmitted and received the probability state information can be displayed on the display device.

  According to the eighth aspect of the present invention, it is possible to provide an unprecedented effect that information on the probability state of the own gaming machine and other gaming machines can be obtained based on the player's operation, and the effect is changed to an effect related to the game. Can improve the fun of the game.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an unprecedented notification of notifying information related to the probability state of a group, and to change the effects related to the game, thereby improving the interest of the game.

It is a front view which shows one Embodiment of the game machine which concerns on this invention. (A) The front view of a gaming machine, (b) It is a top view of a gaming machine. It is a front view which shows the structural example of the game board in the game machine of embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of IC for speech synthesis. It is a signal flow figure which shows the flow of the signal in IC for speech synthesis. It is a figure explaining the information communication path | route of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a main process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a main process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating command transmission processing. It is a flow chart for explaining production control command transmission processing. It is a flow chart for explaining production control command output processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating command data output processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure game processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a start port switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a special figure start port switch common process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure pending | holding information determination processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a special figure normal process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure 1 fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure 2 fluctuation | variation start processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a small hit flag 1 setting process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a small hit flag 2 setting process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating symbol variation control processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating 1st main processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a version setting process. It is a figure explaining the production version selected as a total connection number. It is a flowchart for demonstrating command reception interruption processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating 2nd main processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating V blank interruption processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a normal game process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the communication process between sub. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the data transmission / reception process between sub. It is a flowchart for demonstrating an external input sound setting process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating an external input sound output process. It is a figure explaining the priority of the sound in output and an external input sound. It is a figure explaining the priority of the sound in the case of using an AMM sound source as an external input sound, and an external input sound. It is a flowchart for demonstrating an external input sound setting process in the case of using an AMM sound source as an external input sound. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a state alerting | reporting process. It is a figure explaining the table for selecting an information mode. It is a flowchart for demonstrating adjacent high probability state alerting | reporting process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating another example of a status alerting | reporting process. It is a figure explaining the table for selecting the alerting | reporting aspect in the state alerting | reporting process of another example. It is a figure explaining the movement operation of the character of a frame display apparatus. It is a figure explaining exchange operation of production version. It is a figure explaining music provision operation. It is a figure explaining the confirmation operation of a probability. It is a figure explaining another example of confirmation operation of a probability. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a frame display apparatus effect process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a character movement process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating effect version exchange processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a music selection process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a probability confirmation process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating another example of a probability confirmation process. It is a front view of the state which installed two or more pachislot machines to which the present invention is applied. It is a figure explaining the table for selecting the alerting | reporting aspect in a pachislot machine.

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

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front structural frame 12, and the front structural frame 12 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 11 via a hinge 13 so as to be capable of opening and closing. The game board 30 (see FIG. 3) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front structural frame 12. A glass frame 15 provided with a cover glass (transparent member) 14 that covers the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front component frame (inner frame) 12.

  In addition, a speaker (upper speaker) 19 a that emits sound (for example, sound effects) is provided on the upper portion of the glass frame 15. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19 b is also provided at the lower part of the front structural frame 12. In addition, on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, there are provided frame decoration devices 18 (see FIG. 5) with built-in lamps and the like for emitting light for decoration and production.

  In addition, at the lower part of the front structural frame 12, game balls paid out from an upper plate 21 for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launching device and a ball payout device provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 flow out. An upper plate ball exit (not shown), a lower plate 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, and an operation unit 24 of a ball striking device are provided. Further, an effect button 25 having a built-in operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player is provided on the upper edge of the upper plate 21. Further, a right side of the front component frame 12 is provided with a front component frame protrusion 26 that protrudes to the front side of the front component frame 12, and the front component frame 12 is opened below the front component frame protrusion 26. A key 27 is provided for locking and locking.

  In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device directs the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. And fire. In addition, when the player operates the effect button 25, an effect or the like in which the player's operation is intervened is performed in the variable display game (decoration special map variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 3). Can do. Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, although not shown, a ball rental button operated when a player receives a ball rental from an adjacent ball rental machine, a prepaid from a card unit of the ball rental machine. A discharge button operated to discharge the card, a balance display unit for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided.

  Further, in the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, as shown in the front view of the gaming machine 10 in FIG. 2A and the plan view of the gaming machine 10 in FIG. A projection surface 26a substantially parallel to the plane of the glass 14, and a left side surface 26b inclined from the left end of the projection surface 26a toward the center of the gaming machine 10, and a contact operation by the player on the left side surface 26b. The frame display unit 28 includes a frame display device 28a that outputs a detection signal indicating the contact position when the contact operation is detected. Here, the front component frame 12 has one side protruding forward, and the frame display device 28a is provided on the inner side surface thereof. As a result, the frame display device 28a protrudes from one side of the front component frame 12 and is provided on the inner side surface thereof. Therefore, the frame display device 28a is angled from the position behind the player. It is possible to make it difficult to look into the display screen. In addition, the front component frame protruding portion 26 protruding from the gaming machine adjacent to one side provided with the frame display device 28a serves as a barrier, and the player himself serves as a barrier from the gaming machine adjacent to the other side. It is possible to make it difficult to look into the display screen of the frame display device 28a.

  Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.

  On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by the guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30. In the game area 32, a center case 40 provided with a display device 41 is disposed substantially at the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recessed portion provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41 and is formed to protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41. In addition, a decoration member T on which a title or the like of the gaming machine 10 (for example, a title of a comic or a movie) is treated is disposed on the center case 40.

  The display device 41 is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or a CRT (CRT). In an area (display area) where an image of the display screen can be displayed, information relating to a game such as a plurality of identification information (special symbols), a character that produces a special figure variation display game, and a background image that enhances the presentation effect is displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special diagram variation display game is played. In addition, an image for an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.

  On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a normal symbol start gate (ordinary start gate) 34 is provided. Three general winning openings 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and one general winning opening 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40. These general winning openings 35,... Are provided with general winning opening switches 35 a to 35 n (see FIG. 4) for detecting game balls that have entered the respective general winning openings 35.

  Also, below the center case 40 is provided a start winning opening 36 (first start winning opening) as a start winning area for giving a start condition for the special figure changing display game. A normal variation winning device (general power) 37 having a pair of movable members 37b and 37b that are opened in a letter shape and converted into a state in which a game ball can easily flow in and has a second start winning opening (start winning area) inside. It is arranged.

  The pair of opening / closing members 37b, 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 always holds a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) with an interval of about the diameter of the game ball. However, since the start winning port 36 is provided above the normal variation winning device 37, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state. Then, when the result of the normal variation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, it is opened in a reverse “C” shape by a general electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 4) as a drive device, and a normal variation prize is won. The device 37 can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which a game ball easily flows.

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

  The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type open / close door 38c that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the near side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state is converted from a closed state (closed state unfavorable for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player). In other words, the special variable winning device 38 includes, for example, a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an open / close door 38c that is driven by a large winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 4) as a driving device. By converting the closed state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of game balls into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. In addition, a count switch 38a (see FIG. 4) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening is disposed inside the big prize opening (winning area). Below the special variable winning device 38, there is provided an out port 39 for collecting game balls that have not won a winning port.

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

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

  The special figure fluctuation display game in the first special figure display 51 and the second special figure display 52 is, for example, during the execution of the fluctuation display game, that is, while the display device 41 is performing the decoration special figure fluctuation display game. The center segment blinks to indicate that it is changing. When the result of the game is “out of”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result mode of out of game. When the result of the game is “big hit”, the result of out of game (special result mode) is not. A game result is displayed with a result mode other than the result mode (for example, a number such as “3” or “7”) in a lit state.

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

  On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 4) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When a game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played. In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, When 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, if it is less than the upper limit of the normal figure start memory number, the general figure start memory number is added (+1) and the general figure start memory number is increased. One figure start memory is stored. The memorized number of the normal start prize is displayed on a general figure hold display (not shown) for notifying the start prize number of the collective display device 50. In addition, in the normal chart start memory, a random number value for hit determination for determining a hit error of the normal figure fluctuation display game is stored, and when the random number value for hit determination coincides with the determination value In addition, a specific result mode (a general map specifying result) is derived by winning the normal map change display game.

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

  When the random number value extracted at the time of detection of the passage to the universal figure start gate 34 is a winning value, the normal symbol displayed on the universal figure indicator stops in the hit state and enters the hit state. At this time, the normal variation winning device 37 is in a state in which the movable member 37b is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds) by driving the built-in general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 4). It is converted and the winning of the game ball is allowed.

  The winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are respectively detected by the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside. A game ball won in the start winning opening 36 is detected as a start winning ball of the first special figure variation display game, and is stored as a first start memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4), and normally fluctuates. The game ball that has won the winning device 37 is detected as a start winning ball of the second special figure variation display game, and is stored as a second start memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four). In addition, when the starting winning ball is detected, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted, and the extracted random number value is stored in a special figure memory in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 4). Each area (a part of the RAM) is stored as a special figure start memory for a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of four times). The number stored in the special figure start memory is displayed on the special figure 1 and special figure 2 on-hold display (not shown) for notifying the start winning number of the collective display device 50 and the display device 41 of the center case 40. Is also displayed as a decoration special figure start memory display.

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

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

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

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

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

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the control system of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment. The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that controls the game in an integrated manner, and is a gaming microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as a gaming microcomputer) 111. A CPU unit 110 having an input port, an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, and the like, a data bus 140 connecting the CPU unit 110, the input unit 120 and the output unit 130, and the like. .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In addition, the ROM 111B stores a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern that defines, for example, the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the production contents, and the presence or absence of the reach state. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the variation pattern by referring to the variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as the start memory. The variation pattern table includes a loss variation pattern table selected when the result is lost, a jackpot variation pattern table selected when the result is a big hit, and the like.

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

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

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

  The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for the solenoid and the display device. 10 overall control is performed. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 is a jackpot determination random number (big hit determination random number) of a special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining a big hit symbol, a fluctuation in the special figure variation display game. Generates variation pattern random numbers (variation mode determination random numbers) for determining patterns (including the execution time of variation display games in various reach and non-reach variation display), random numbers for determining hits of ordinary variable display games, etc. And a clock that gives a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A and the update timing of the random number generation circuit based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113 It has a clock generator.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  The output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and outputs a 4-bit data signal output to the payout control device 200, a control signal (data strobe signal) indicating validity / invalidity of the data, and a data strobe signal SSTB output to the effect control device 300. 1 and a second output port 132 for generating an 8-bit data signal to be output to the effect control device 300. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300 by parallel communication. In addition, the data strobe signal from the first output port 131 is provided to the output unit 130 so that a signal cannot be input from the production control device 300 side to the game control device 100, that is, to ensure one-way communication. A unidirectional buffer 133 that outputs an 8-bit data signal from the SSTB and the second output port 132 is provided. A buffer may be provided for a signal output from the first output port 131 to the payout control device 200.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. The production control device 300 includes a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 composed of an amusement chip (IC) as with the game microcomputer 111, and a video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 that performs video control exclusively under the control of the 1st CPU 311. , A VDP (Video Display Processor) as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 and the frame display device 28a in accordance with commands and data from the 2nd CPU 312 and various melody and sound effects such as speakers ( A voice synthesis IC 314 that controls the output of sound for playback from the voice output unit 19a, 19b is provided.

  Further, the ROM 330 stores a program ROM for the 1st CPU composed of a PROM (programmable read-only memory) storing a program executed by the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and a program executed by the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312. A stored program ROM for 2nd CPU and an image ROM storing character images and video data when the VDP performs image processing are included. The main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, decides the contents of the presentation, instructs the video control microcomputer 312 about the contents of the output video, and reproduces the reproduced sound to the voice synthesis IC 314. Are executed, decoration lamp lighting, motor drive control, production time management, and the like are executed. The RAM 320 includes a storage area for temporarily storing various data processed by the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) and the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU), and a work area for each CPU.

  Although not particularly limited, data is transmitted and received between the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 in a serial manner, and the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 Between the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and the VDP, data is transmitted and received in a parallel manner. By transmitting and receiving data in parallel, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial. The VDP includes an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used for developing and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM, a scaler for enlarging and reducing images, A signal conversion circuit for generating a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 and the frame display device 28a by the LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method is provided.

  A vertical synchronization signal VSYNC is input from the VDP to the main control microcomputer 311 in order to synchronize the images of the display device 41 and the frame display device 28a with the lighting of the decorative lamps provided on the front component frame 12 and the game board 30. . Further, in order to notify the video control microcomputer 312 from the VDP to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing in the VRAM, it is in a state of waiting for reception of an interrupt signal INT0-n and a command or data from the video control microcomputer. Wait signal WAIT is input. Further, the video control microcomputer 312 receives from the main control microcomputer 311 a synchronization signal SYNC that informs that the video control microcomputer 312 is operating normally and gives command transmission timing. A call signal CTS and a response signal RTS are exchanged between the main control microcomputer 311 and the voice synthesis IC 314 in order to transmit and receive commands and data by the handshake method.

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

  In addition, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. A variation start command, a customer waiting demo command, a fanfare command, a probability information command, an error designation command, and the like transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 via this command I / F are used as an effect control command signal. Receive. Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC 5V and the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC 3.3V, the command I / F has a signal level conversion function. Is provided.

  Further, the effect control device 300 drives and controls a board decoration device (for example, a lamp provided in the center case 40) 42 having an LED (light emitting diode) provided in the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board decoration LED control circuit (not shown), a frame decoration LED control circuit (not shown) for driving and controlling the frame decoration device 18 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided on the front structure frame 12, and a game board 30 (center) A board production motor / SOL for driving and controlling a board production device (for example, an electric accessory that enhances the production effect in cooperation with the production display on the display device 41 or the frame display device 28a) provided in the case 40). A control circuit (not shown) is provided. These control circuits that drive and control the lamp, motor, solenoid, and the like are connected to a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 via an input / output I / F 340.

  Although not shown, the effect control device 300 is provided with a control circuit for driving and controlling the frame display unit 28 having the frame display device 28a provided on the front component frame protrusion 26. The control circuit is also connected to the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 via the input / output I / F 340.

  The frame display unit 28 includes a frame display device 28a, a vibration mechanism unit 28b that can vibrate the frame display device 28a, a motor 28c as a drive source that rotates the frame display device 28a, and the frame display. The rotation (opening / closing) of the front structural frame 12 on which the device 28a is arranged, the triaxial acceleration sensor 28d for detecting vibrations of the gaming machine, and the contact position when the player performs a contact operation on the frame display device 28a, And a touch sensor 28e for detecting contact strength. Thereby, various operations are possible when the player touches the display of the frame display device 28a. That is, the frame display unit 28 serves as an effect operation means that can be operated by the player.

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes an on / off state of a switch built in the effect button 25 provided in the front structure frame 12 and an effect motor switch for detecting the initial position of the motor in the panel effect device 44. A switch input circuit (not shown) for detecting and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 is provided. In addition, the production control device 300 includes an adjacent stand output unit that transmits information on the own gaming machine as information communication means that enables information communication such as control information between the own gaming machine 10 and another gaming machine 10. 321 and an adjacent table input unit 322 for receiving information from other gaming machines are provided. Further, a master / slave SW 323 is provided for setting the own gaming machine as a general control gaming machine (master) or a subordinate controlling gaming machine (slave) in a group performing information communication. These control circuits and switches are also connected to the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 via the input / output I / F 340.

  A voice synthesis IC 314 that controls voice output acquires data from a voice data ROM 315 that stores control data corresponding to command data for sound control and a plurality of types of compressed voice data, and generates voice. Then, the signal is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 316. In addition, a volume adjustment unit 317 for adjusting the volume of the sound output via the amplifier circuit 316 is provided.

  Further, in order to supply a desired level of DC voltage from the normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 to the effect control device 300, DC 32V for driving a motor and a solenoid, a display device 41 made of a liquid crystal panel, and a frame display device In addition to DC12V for driving 28a and DC5V as the power supply voltage for the command I / F, it is used for the reference of DC18V for driving the LED and the speaker and these DC voltages, and for lighting the power supply monitor lamp. It is configured to generate a voltage of NDC 24V. Further, when an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 or the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312, DC 3. The effect control device 300 is provided with a DC-DC converter for generating 3V or DC 1.2V. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal RST generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply apparatus 400 includes a main control microcomputer 311, a video control microcomputer 312, a VDP, a voice synthesis IC 314, a control circuit for driving and controlling a lamp and a motor, a speaker, and the like. The signals are supplied to the amplifier circuit 316 to be driven, and these are reset. In this embodiment, the general purpose port of the video control microcomputer 312 is used to generate and supply a reset signal for the VDP. Thereby, the cooperation of the video control microcomputer 312 and the operation of the VDP can be improved.

  FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing the internal configuration of the speech synthesis IC 314. The voice synthesis IC 314 is an automatic performance LSI having both an SSG sound source and a high-performance compressed voice playback function. In the configuration shown in FIG. 6, the CPU interface 351 is an interface for connecting to the main control microcomputer 311 and inputs information and signals from the main control microcomputer 311. The CPU interface 351 includes / SEL (interface mode selection terminal), S6M (CPU interface mode selection terminal), / CS (chip select signal input terminal), / WR (write enable signal input terminal), ENA (enable signal or write enable). Signal input terminal), AD (address data selection signal input terminal) and CD0 to CD7 (command data input terminal from CPU: data bus) are connected. The mode is selected according to the signal levels of the terminals / SEL and S6M, and command data is written according to the mode according to the signal levels of the terminals / CS, / WR, ENA and AD.

  The timing generation circuit 352 is a circuit that generates a clock for determining processing timing, and includes XI (crystal oscillator connection terminal or external clock input terminal), XO (crystal oscillator connection terminal), and CLKO (clock output terminal). And the terminal of / RESET (reset input terminal) is connected. A crystal oscillation circuit is configured by connecting the terminals of XI and XO to a crystal oscillator. It is also possible to input an external clock from the XI terminal. A clock having a predetermined frequency is output from the CLKO terminal. When the / RESET terminal is at a low level, the internal register is initialized. The speech synthesis IC 314 needs to perform a system reset when the power is turned on.

  The external ROM interface 353 is an interface for connecting to the audio data ROM 315, and inputs and outputs information and signals to and from the audio data ROM 315. The external ROM interface 315 is connected to MA00 to MA23 (address bus), MD00 to MD15 (data bus), and MBMD (data bus width selection signal input terminal) terminals. The external ROM interface 353 outputs addresses from the terminals MA00 to MA23 to the audio data ROM 315 and reads data from the audio data ROM 315 from terminals MD00 to MD15. When the MBMD terminal is at a high level, it corresponds to a 16-bit data bus, and when it is at a low level, it corresponds to an 8-bit data bus.

  The AMM decoder 354 reads phrase data compressed in an AMM (AM Usage Music Compression) data format from the audio data ROM 315 via the external ROM interface 353 in accordance with an instruction (command) from the main control microcomputer 311, and the read phrase data Is decoded (decoded and expanded) into PCM data (Pulse Code Modulation). The AMM decoder 354 controls the volume, pan (a function for setting a position (direction) where sound can be heard in stereo reproduction), and bass boost (bass emphasis) according to a command from the main control microcomputer 311. It has. In this embodiment, the AMM decoder 354 is provided with eight channels as audio reproduction channels, and can independently reproduce eight phrases simultaneously. AMM is a high-efficiency encoding method for music signals, and achieves high sound quality and high compression of phrases suitable for amusement equipment. A dedicated encoder is used for encoding (encoding) AMM data.

  The SSG sound source 355 is composed of three series of pulse generators, one series of noise generators and envelope generators, and generates various complex sounds (three square waves + one noise) such as sound effects and alarms. Is possible.

  The digital output interface 356 is an interface for digitally outputting phrase data decoded into PCM data by the AMM decoder 354. The digital output interface 356 is connected to LRO (word clock digital output terminal), BCO (bit clock digital output terminal), and SDO (phrase data digital output terminal) terminals. The word clock is output from the LRO terminal, the bit clock is output from the BCO terminal, and the phrase data is output from the SDO terminal. When digital output is not performed, the terminals of LRO, BCO, and SDO are opened.

  The DA converter operational amplifier 357 is a circuit that converts the phrase data decoded into PCM data by the AMM decoder 354 into analog data, amplifies the converted analog data, and outputs the analog data. The DA converter operational amplifier 357 is connected to AOL (L channel analog output terminal) and AOR (R channel analog output terminal) terminals. Analog data is output from the AOL terminal to the left speaker 19a, and analog data is output from the AOR terminal to the right speaker 19a.

  To the OR circuit 358, an AMM decoder 354 and an SSG sound source 355 are connected to the input side, and a terminal of / PLAY is output. The terminal of / PLAY is at a low level when any one of the playback channels of the AMM decoder 354 and the SSG sound source 355 is playing back. High when all playback channels are stopped.

  FIG. 7 shows a signal flow diagram showing a signal flow in the speech synthesis IC 314. As described above, the speech synthesis IC 314 decodes the phrase data in the AMM data format stored in the speech data ROM 315 into PCM data and outputs it, and various complex sounds (three square waves + And an SSG sound source 355 that independently generates and outputs a single noise.

  The AMM decoder 354 is provided with 8 channels (ch0 to ch7) as playback channels capable of playing back phrases independently. The even playback channel can decode monaural and stereo phrases, and the odd playback channel can only decode mono phrases. When playback channel 0 is decoded with a stereo phrase, playback channel 1 cannot be decoded. Similarly, when the reproduction channels 2, 4, and 6 are decoded with the stereo phrase, the reproduction channels 3, 5, and 7 cannot be decoded. The identification of monaural and stereo phrases is automatically detected from the phrase data in the speech synthesis IC 314. The SSG sound source 355 is provided with two systems of sound sources that generate various sounds (three rectangular waves + one noise).

  The speech synthesis IC 314 has a built-in sequencer of 8 systems, and uses the phrase playback stop detection function and timer function to specify the output order of phrases, fade in / out, auto pan (sound image left / right, front / back) Effects that move periodically).

  The voice synthesis IC 314 executes control data (code data) registered in the voice data ROM 315 based on a command from the main control microcomputer 311 and stores data in the phrase reproduction control register, the SSG sound source control register, and the sequencer register. Set phrase to play phrase data, start sequencer, etc.

  The phrase playback control register for controlling phrase playback includes a control register for all channels and a control register for each channel. The all channel control registers are provided with a register for setting mute, a register for setting the volume of all playback channels, a register for setting bass boost, and the like. In addition, the control register for each channel is set with a register for setting the phrase number to be played, a register for setting the volume of each playback channel, and a pan pot (L / R localization) for each playback channel. There are provided a register for setting (PAN setting register), a register for setting repetition of reproduction, a register for setting reproduction start / stop, and the like.

  In the SSG sound source control register for controlling the SSG sound source 355, a register (musical frequency) for setting the frequency of the rectangular wave generated by the 6-channel (1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C) pulse generator Register for setting the frequency of the noise sound generated by the noise generator, and outputting the tone (tone) and noise sound for each channel (1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C) A register for setting whether or not to perform (register for mixer setting), a register for setting the volume of each channel (1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C), an envelope generator (in the tone generator section of the electronic musical instrument) The part (device) that changes the sound output level from the moment you play the keyboard until the sound disappears. And a register for setting a pan pot (L / R localization) of each channel (1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C) PAN setting register), a register for setting the total volume of all SSG sound channels, and the like.

  The sequencer register for controlling the sequencer includes a register for setting control data (code data) to be executed by each sequencer, a register for setting start / stop of each sequencer, and timer for each of the eight sequencers A register or the like is provided for setting.

  In the AMM decoder 354, phrase data in the AMM data format read from the audio data ROM 315 is decoded into PCM data in one or a plurality of reproduction channels in which data indicating the phrase number to be reproduced is set in the control register. In the volume (VOL), the volume of the decoded audio data is adjusted according to the data set in the control register. In pan, the pan pot (L / R localization) is adjusted in accordance with the data set in the control register. Then, audio data from each reproduction channel is synthesized, and in bass boost, audio data processing for emphasizing bass according to the data set in the control register is performed. Then, the audio data is output to the output I / F (digital output interface 356 and / or DA converter operational amplifier 357).

  In the SSG tone generator 355, the pulse generator and the noise generator output tone and noise source data of a predetermined frequency according to the data set in the control register. The musical sound and noise sound output from the pulse generator and noise generator are mixed (mixed) by the mixer. Then, according to the data set in the control register, the envelope generator adjusts the sharpness and attenuation of the sound rise and adjusts the pan pot (L / R localization). Then, the audio data from each channel is synthesized, and the synthesized audio data is output to the output I / F (digital output interface 356 and / or DA converter operational amplifier 357). The output I / Fs 356 and 357 output the audio data from the AMM decoder 354 and the SSG sound source 355 digitally or analogly.

  FIG. 8 shows an information communication path of the gaming machine. Each gaming machine 10 is connected to the external relay device 510 through the external information terminal 71 of the gaming control device 100, and further connected to the management device 520 of the game hall, and information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information is sent to the management device 520. It can be sent. Moreover, the adjacent gaming machines 10 are sequentially connected in a ring shape via the adjacent table output unit 321 and the adjacent table input unit 322 of the effect control device 300 so that information related to the game can be transmitted and received. In this way, a plurality of gaming machines connected via the adjacent table output unit 321 and the adjacent table input unit 322 form one group, and one of the groups is set as a master by setting by the master / slave SW 323. And set the rest to slave. The gaming machine 10 set as the master can transmit an instruction to the gaming machine 10 set as the slave based on the information transmitted and received in the group. Although each gaming machine is connected in a ring shape and communicates in one direction, it may be communicated in both directions. Moreover, you may make it connect by radio | wireless communication. That is, the adjacent platform output unit 321 and the effect control device 300 serve as transmission means capable of transmitting the control information of the own gaming machine to the effect control means of other gaming machines. In addition, the adjacent platform input unit 322 and the effect control device 300 serve as receiving means capable of receiving control information from other gaming machines.

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

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

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination results of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52, a process for displaying a special figure fluctuation display game to be stopped is performed. In addition, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs a process of displaying the decoration special figure change display game corresponding to the special figure change display game. Further, the production control device 300 performs processing for controlling sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, emission of various LEDs, display on the frame display device 28a, and the like based on the control signal from the game control device 100. That is, the production control device 300 serves as production control means for controlling production related to a game (such as a variable display game).

  Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 and generates a special gaming state when the result of the special figure variation display game is a win. To perform the process. In the process of generating the special game state, the CPU 111A performs control for allowing the game ball to flow into the special winning opening by, for example, opening the open / close door 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b. . Then, either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined openable time (for example, 25 seconds or 0.5 seconds) elapses from the opening of the big prize opening. Opening the grand prize opening until such a condition is achieved is defined as one round, and this is continued for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times (first special game state) or 2 times (second special game state)). (Repeat) control (cycle game) is performed. Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 are controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a high probability state as a gaming state after the special gaming state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. This high probability state is a state in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. Moreover, even if it becomes a high probability state based on the result aspect of any of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure Both of the variable display games are in a high probability state. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a probability setting means for setting the state of the probability that the special gaming state will occur to at least one of the normal probability state and the high probability state higher than the normal probability state. Note that the set probability state is also stored in the effect control device 300, and it is possible to suggest and notify the probability state based on this information. That is, the effect control device 300 serves as a probability state storage unit that stores the probability state.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a short time state as a game state after the special game state is ended based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. In this short time state, the normal variation display game and the normal variation winning device 37 are controlled to be in the short time operation state, and the normal variation winning device per unit time is compared to the case where the normal variation winning device 37 is in the normal operation state. The opening time of 37 is controlled so as to be substantially increased.

  For example, in the short-time state, it is possible to control the execution time of the above-described normal map change display game (the normal map change time) to be the second change display time shorter than the first change display time (for example, 10,000 ms is 600 ms). Further, in the short-time state, it is possible to control so that the normal map stop time for displaying the result of the normal map change display game becomes a second stop time (for example, 704 ms) shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 ms). It is. Further, in the short time state, when the normal variation winning game 37 is released as a result of the normal fluctuation display game being won, the first opening time (for example, 300 ms) in which the opening time (normal power release time) is the normal state. It is possible to control so that the second opening time is longer (for example, 1400 ms). In the short-time state, the number of times of opening of the normally variable winning device 37 (the number of times of opening of the ordinary electric power) is not two times the first number of times of opening for one hit result of the normal figure changing display game. It is possible to set the second number of times of opening a plurality of times (for example, 4 times). In the short time state, it is possible to set the probability of being a hit result of the normal-variable display game (normal probability) to a higher probability than the normal probability (low probability) in the normal operation state.

  In the short-time state, the normal variation winning device 37 is in an open state by changing any one or more of the normal time fluctuation time, the normal time stop time, the number of normal power releases, the normal power release time, and the normal figure probability. Make the conversion time longer than usual. Further, the high probability state and the short time state can be generated independently, and both can be generated simultaneously or only one can be generated. In the following description and drawings, the short time state may be referred to as support.

  Next, control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control apparatus 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a main process (mainly see FIGS. 9 and 10) that is a main routine that is repeated as a loop process, and a timer that is performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 ms) as an interrupt routine for the main process. And interrupt processing (see FIG. 11).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIG. 9, first, an interrupt prohibition process (step S1) is performed, and then an interrupt vector setting process (step S1) for setting a jump destination vector address to be executed when an interrupt occurs. S2), a stack pointer setting process (step S3) for setting a stack pointer that is the start address of an area in which a value of a register or the like is saved when an interrupt occurs, and an interrupt mode setting process (step S4) for setting an interrupt processing mode. )I do.

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

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

  If it is determined in step S13 that the checksum is normal (step S13; Yes), the process proceeds to step S14 in FIG. 10, and a power failure occurs in the area to be initialized in the RWM (read / write memory: RAM in the embodiment). After the initial value at the time of recovery is saved (stored), the area related to error and fraud monitoring is reset (step S15). Next, an area for storing the gaming state in the RWM is examined to determine whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state (step S16). If it is determined that the probability is not high (step S16; No), steps S17 and S18 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S19.

  If it is determined in step S16 that the probability is high (step S16; Yes), the ON information is saved in the high-probability notification flag area in step S17, and then the high-probability notification provided in the collective display device 50 is performed. The LED ON data is set in the segment area (step S18), and the process proceeds to step S19. In step S19, a process for transmitting a power restoration command corresponding to a process number prepared for rationally executing a special figure game process described later is performed to the effect control device 300, and the process proceeds to step S23.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  If it is determined in step S28 that a power failure has occurred (step S28; Yes), processing for temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S29) and processing for turning off all output ports (step S30) are performed. After that, a process for saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area (step S31), a process for calculating the checksum when the RWM is turned off (step S32), and then saving the checksum ( In step S33), after performing the process of prohibiting access to the RWM (step S34), it waits for the power supply of the gaming machine to be cut off. In this way, the check data is saved in the power failure recovery inspection area and the checksum at the time of power shutdown is calculated, so that whether or not the information stored in the RWM before the power shutdown is correctly backed up can be checked. This can be determined when the power is turned on again.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 11, the timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, the timer interrupt process of FIG. 11 is started.

  When the timer interrupt process is started, the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 first performs a register save process (step S51) for transferring a value held in a predetermined register to the RWM. In the Z80 microcomputer used as the gaming microcomputer in this embodiment, the processing can be replaced by saving the value held in the front register to the back register. Next, an input process (step S52) for taking in inputs from various sensors (start port 1 switch 36a, start port 2 switch 37a, usual gate switch 34a, count switch 38a, etc.), that is, reading the state of each input port. )I do. Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step S53) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening SOL38b, general electric power SOL37c) and the like is performed.

  Next, command transmission processing (step S54), random number update processing 1 (step S55), random number update processing 2 (step S56) is performed. Thereafter, it is monitored whether a normal signal is input from the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the usual gate switch 34a, the general winning port switch 35a... 35n, and the count switch 38a, and an error is monitored. A prize opening switch / error monitoring process (step S57) for performing (such as whether the front frame or the glass frame is open) is performed. Also, a special figure game process (step S58) for performing a process related to the special figure variable display game and a general figure game process (step S59) for performing a process related to the general map variable display game are performed.

  Next, a segment LED editing process (step S60) that is provided in the gaming machine 10 and that drives a segment LED that displays special information variation display game and various information related to the game to display desired contents, magnetic sensor switch A magnet fraud monitoring process (step S61) is performed in which detection signals from 61 and the vibration sensor switch 62 are checked to determine whether there is any abnormality. Then, external information editing processing (step S62) is performed in which signals to be output to various external devices are set in the output buffer. Subsequently, a process of clearing the interrupt request and declaring the end of the interrupt (step S63), a process of restoring the register data saved in step S51 (step S64), and a process of permitting the interrupt (step S64) Step S65) is performed, and the timer interrupt process is terminated.

[Command transmission processing]
Next, the details of the command transmission process (step S54) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 12, the command transmission process includes an effect control command transmission process for the effect control device 300 (step S71) and a payout command transmission process for the payout control device 200 (step S72).

[Direction control command transmission processing]
Next, details of the effect control command transmission process (step S71) in the above-described command transmission process will be described. As shown in FIG. 13, in the effect control command transmission process, first, the value of the light counter that is “+1” when the transmission command is set to RWM, and “+1” when the transmission command is read from the RWM. It is compared with the value of the read counter to check whether a command is set (step S81). Specifically, if the value of the write counter is the same as the value of the read counter, it is determined that the command is not set, and if the value of the write counter does not match the value of the read counter, It is determined that a transmission command is set (step S82).

  If it is determined in step S82 that no command is set (step S82; No), the effect control command transmission process is terminated, and if it is determined in step S82 that a command is set (step S82; In Yes), the read counter is updated (+1) (step S83). Next, the command is loaded from the command transmission area (MODE (upper byte)) corresponding to the value of the read counter (step S84). Then, the area containing the loaded command is reset (step S85). Further, the command is loaded from the command transmission area (ACTION (lower byte)) corresponding to the value of the read counter (step S86). Then, the area containing the loaded command is reset (step S87). Then, an effect control command output process (step S88) is performed, and the effect control command transmission process ends.

[Direction control command output processing]
Next, details of the effect control command output process (step S88) in the effect control command transmission process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 14, in the effect control command output process, first, an off time of the strobe signal indicating that the command (MODE) is being output is prepared (step S91), and the command data output process (step S92) is executed. . Thereafter, a command (ACTION) is output (step S93), and a strobe signal OFF time indicating that the command (ACTION) is being output is prepared (step S94), and then command data output processing (step S95) is executed.

[Command data output processing]
Next, details of the command data output process (steps S92 and S95) in the above-described effect control command output process will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, in the command data output process, first, in order to prevent the state immediately before the port from being lost, the port state holding data of the output port 131 including the strobe signal of the effect control command output is loaded. (Step S101). Then, an effect control command is output to the output port 132 (step S102), and a signal excluding the strobe signal is held in the previous state to the output port 131, and the strobe signal in the off state (for example, low level indicating invalidity of data reading). Is added and output (step S103). Then, in the next step S104, it is determined whether or not the time during which the strobe signal should be turned off (off time) has ended. If it is determined that the off time has not ended (step S104; No), the process returns to step S102 and the above process is repeated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S104 that the off-time has expired (step S104; Yes), the process proceeds to step S105, and the time for which the strobe signal is in an on state (for example, a high level indicating that data reading is valid) is set. Subsequently, the strobe signal is set to the on state while the signals excluding the strobe signal of the output port 131 are held in the immediately previous state on the register holding the data loaded in step S101 (step S106). Then, an effect control command is output (step S107), and an on-state (high level) strobe signal is output (step S108).

  Then, in the next step S109, it is determined whether or not the time for which the strobe signal should be turned on (on time) has ended. If it is determined that the on-time has not ended (step S109; No), the process returns to step S107 and the above process is repeated. If it is determined in step S109 that the on-time has expired (step S109; Yes), the process proceeds to step S110, the off-state strobe signal is set, and the off-state strobe signal is output (step S111). Then, the command data output process ends. The reason why the effect control command is output again in step S107 is to avoid that the effect control command being output is not output after the power failure is restored when a power failure occurs during the loop processing in steps S107 to S109. is there. It is also possible to avoid changing the command code due to noise. In addition, it is also possible to loop only each process in this step S104 and step S109.

[Special Figure Game Processing]
Next, details of the special game process (step S58) in the timer interrupt process described above will be described. In the special figure game process, the input of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is monitored, the entire process related to the special figure variation display game is controlled, and the special figure display is set.

  As shown in FIG. 16, in the special figure game process, first, a start port switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring a winning of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is performed. In the start port switch monitoring process, when a game ball is won in the normal variable winning device 37 that forms the start winning port 36 and the second starting winning port, various random numbers (such as jackpot random numbers) are extracted and Prior to the start of the figure variation display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which a game result based on a prize is determined in advance. The details of the start port switch monitoring process (step A1) will be described later.

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

  Next, it is checked whether the special figure game processing timer has already timed up, or the special figure game processing timer has been updated (-1) and then timed up (step A3). It is determined whether the time is up (step A4). If it is determined in step A4 that the special figure game process timer has expired (step A4; Yes), a special figure game sequence branch table to be referred to branch to the process corresponding to the special figure game process number is registered. (Step A5) is performed, and a process (step A6) of acquiring a branch destination address of the process corresponding to the special figure game process number is performed using the table. Then, after performing the process of saving the return address after the branch process to the stack area (step A7), the game branch process (step A8) is performed according to the special game process number.

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

  In step A8, when the special figure game process number is “1”, the special figure change for setting the special figure stop display time, setting the information necessary for performing the special figure display process, etc. Medium processing (step A10) is performed. In step A8, when the special figure game process number is “2”, if the game result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit or a small hit, the big hit type (2R big hit or 15R big hit) or the small hit Depending on the fanfare command setting, the fanfare time setting corresponding to each big hit (2R big hit or15R big hit) or the small winning big opening opening pattern, setting of information necessary for performing fanfare / interval processing, etc. A special figure display process (step A11) is performed.

  If the special figure game process number is “3” in step A8, setting of the opening time of the big prize opening, updating of the number of times of opening, setting of information necessary for performing the processing during opening of the big prize opening, etc. The fanfare / interval processing (step A12) is performed. In step A8, when the special figure game process number is “4”, if the big hit round is not the final round, an interval command is set, whereas if it is the final round, a process for setting a big hit end screen command is set. Then, a special winning opening opening process (step A13) for setting information necessary for the special winning opening remaining ball processing is performed.

  In step A8, if the special figure game process number is “5”, if the big hit round is the final round, a process for setting the time for discharging the remaining balls in the big prize opening, The big winning opening remaining ball processing (step A14) for setting information necessary for processing is performed. If the special figure game process number is “6” in step A8, a big hit end process (step A15) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure normal process (step A9) is performed.

  Then, after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 1 indicator 51 (step A16), the symbol fluctuation | variation control process (step A17) which concerns on the special figure 1 indicator 51 is performed. Then, after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 2 indicator 52 (step A18), the symbol fluctuation control process (step A19) which concerns on the special figure 2 indicator 52 is performed, and the said special figure game process is performed. finish. On the other hand, when it is determined in step A4 that the special figure game process timer has not expired (step A4; No), the process proceeds to step A16, and the subsequent processes are performed.

[Starter switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port switch monitoring process in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 17, in the start port switch monitoring process, the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 first prepares a table for setting a start port winning effect command by the start winning port 36 (start port 1). Then, after preparing a table for setting information on hold by the start port 1 (step A111), a special drawing start port switch common process (step A112) is performed. The details of the special figure start port switch common process in step A112 will be described later together with the special figure start port switch common process in step A117.

  Next, it is checked whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (ordinary variation winning device 37) is in operation, that is, whether or not the ordinary variation winning device 37 is activated and the game ball can be won. (Step A113) If it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory is operating (Step A113; Yes), the process proceeds to Step A116, and the subsequent processes are performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A113 that the ordinary electric accessory is not in operation (step A113; No), it is checked whether the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the fraud occurrence determination number (step A114), processing for determining whether or not the number of fraudulent winnings is equal to or greater than the number of fraud occurrence determination (step A115). The normal variation winning device 37 cannot win a game ball in the closed state, and can win a game ball only in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or fraud has occurred. When there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of illegal wins. Then, it is determined whether or not the number of illegal winnings thus counted is equal to or greater than a predetermined fraud occurrence determination number (upper limit value).

  If it is determined in step A115 that the number of fraudulent winnings is not equal to or greater than the number of fraud determinations (step A115; No), a table for setting a start opening winning effect command by the normal variation winning device 37 (starting opening 2) is prepared and started. After preparing a table for setting information on hold by the mouth 2 (step A116), a special-purpose starter switch common process (step A117) is performed, and the starter switch monitoring process is terminated. If it is determined in step A115 that the number of fraudulent winnings is equal to or greater than the number of fraud determinations (step A115; Yes), the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. That is, the second start memory is not generated any more.

[Special figure start port switch common processing]
Next, details of the special-purpose start-port switch common processing (steps A112 and A117) in the above-described start-port switch monitoring processing will be described. The special figure start port switch common process is a process performed in common for each input when there is an input from the start port 1 switch 36a or the start port 2 switch 37a.

  As shown in FIG. 18, in the special figure start port switch common process, the gaming microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 first starts the monitoring target start port switch (the start port switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a). For example, it is checked whether or not there is an input to the start port 1 switch 36a or the like (step A201), and if it is determined that there is no input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; No), the special view start port switch End common processing. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A202 that there is an input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; Yes), after the start port winning flag of the monitored start port switch is saved (step A203), the monitored target The big hit random number extracted in the hard random number latch register is loaded and prepared (step A204).

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

  Then, in step A208, among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, the update target special figure holding corresponding to the monitored start port switch (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a, etc.) is held (start memory). It is checked whether or not the number is less than the upper limit value (step A208), and processing for determining whether or not the special figure holding number is less than the upper limit value (step A209) is performed.

  If it is determined in step A209 that the number of special figure holds is less than the upper limit (step A209; Yes), a process of updating (+1) the number of special figure hold to be updated (for example, the number of special figure hold 1) Step A210) is performed. Then, after preparing the decoration special figure reservation number command (MODE) of the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a) of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A211). ), A special figure reservation number command (ACTION) corresponding to the special figure hold number is prepared (step A212), and a command setting process (step A213) is performed.

  Subsequently, after performing processing (step A214) for calculating the address of the random number save area corresponding to the special figure hold number (step A214), the big hit random number is saved in the big hit random number save area of the RWM (step A215). Then, the big hit symbol random number of the starter switch to be monitored is extracted and prepared, and the big hit symbol random number is saved in the big hit symbol random number saving area of the RWM (step A216). Next, the corresponding variation pattern random number 1 is extracted and saved in the RWM variation pattern random number 1 save area (step A217), and then the corresponding variation pattern random number 2 is extracted and the RWM variation pattern random number 2 save area. (Step A218), and the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number 3 is extracted and saved in the RWM fluctuation pattern random number 3 save area (Step A219). Then, the jackpot symbol random number of the starter switch to be monitored is loaded. Then, preparation (step A220) is performed, special figure hold information determination processing (step A221) is performed, and the special figure start port switch common processing is terminated. The details of the special figure hold information determination process will be described later.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A209 that the special figure hold number is not less than the upper limit (step A209; No), it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch related to step A202 is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a. (Step A222), if it is determined that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is (Step A223; Yes), a decoration special figure hold number command (overflow command) is prepared (Step A224), and command setting processing (Step A225) ) To complete the special figure start port switch common process. On the other hand, when it is determined in step A223 that the input is not the start port 1 switch 36a (step A223; No), the special-purpose start port switch common process is terminated.

[Special figure hold information judgment processing]
Next, the details of the special figure hold information determination process (step A221) in the special figure start port switch common process described above will be described. The special figure hold information determination process is a look-ahead process for determining the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding start memory.

  As shown in FIG. 19, first, it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common process is the input of the start port 2 switch 37a (step A231). If it is determined that the input of the two switches 37a is not input (step A232; No), it is determined whether or not the open extension function of the normal variation winning device 37 is operating, that is, the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported (during the short-time operation state). (Step A233) is performed. Here, if it is determined that the normal variation winning device 37 is not being supported (step A233; No), a process of determining whether or not the gaming machine 10 is in a big hit (special game state) (step A234) is performed.

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

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A233 that the normally variable winning device 37 is being supported (step A233; Yes), or if it is determined in step A234 that it is a big hit (step A234; Yes). ) Ends the special figure hold information determination process. In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common processing is the start port 1 switch 36a, when the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or is a big hit, the start memory is stored in the start memory. The prefetch process for determining the corresponding result related information is not performed.

  If it is determined in step A232 that the input is the start port 2 switch 37a (step A232; Yes), the process proceeds to step A235 without performing the processes in step A233 and step A234. The subsequent processing is performed. In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special figure start port switch common processing is the start port 2 switch 37a, the start is performed regardless of whether the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or the big hit. A prefetching process for determining the result related information corresponding to the storage is performed.

  If the determination result of the big hit determination process in step A235 is not a big hit (step A236; No), a loss information table is set (step A237), and the process proceeds to step A245. On the other hand, when the determination result of the big hit determination process in step A235 is a big hit (step A236; Yes), it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a (step A238). .

  If the result of the check in step A238 is that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is determined (step A239; Yes), the big hit symbol random number check table 1 is prepared (step A240), and the process proceeds to step A242. If it is determined that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is not input (step A239; No), the big hit symbol random number check table 2 is prepared (step A241), and the process proceeds to step A242.

  Next, in step A242, the jackpot symbol random number is checked and the corresponding winning information pointer is obtained (step A242). Then, after setting the jackpot information table address table (step A243), the jackpot information table corresponding to the winning information pointer is acquired and set (step A244), and the process proceeds to step A245.

  Subsequently, in step A245, symbol information is acquired from the set information table (big hit information table or outlier information table), and the acquired symbol information is saved in the symbol information (work) area (step A246). Next, the start opening winning effect symbol command is acquired from the set information table (step A247), and the acquired starting opening winning effect symbol command is saved in the winning effect symbol command area (step A248).

  Subsequently, a start opening winning flag of the start opening switch to be monitored is prepared (step A249), a table for setting a start opening winning effect command is prepared (step A250), and special figure information setting processing (step A251). Second half variation pattern setting processing (step A252) and variation pattern setting processing (step A253) are performed. Then, the start opening prize effect command (MODE) corresponding to the first half variation number is calculated and prepared (step A254), and the value of the second half variation number is prepared as the start opening prize effect command (ACTION) (step A255). Then, command setting processing (step A256) is performed. Subsequently, a start opening winning effect design command is loaded and prepared (step A257), a command setting process (step A258) is performed, and the special figure hold information determination process is terminated.

[Special figure routine processing]
Next, the details of the special figure routine process (step A9) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 20, in the special figure normal processing, first, it is checked whether or not the special figure 2 hold number (second start memory number) is 0 (step A271). When it is determined that the special figure 2 hold number is 0 (step A272; Yes), it is checked whether or not the special figure 1 hold number (first start memory number) is 0 (step A273). And if it is determined that the special figure 1 hold number is 0 (step A274; Yes), it is checked whether or not the customer waiting demo has already started (step A275), and the customer waiting demo has not started. That is, if it is determined that the process has not been started (step A276; No), a process of saving the customer waiting demo flag in the customer waiting demo flag area (step A277) is performed.

  Subsequently, a customer waiting demo command is prepared (step A278), and command setting processing (step A279) is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A275 that the customer waiting demo has already started (step A276; Yes), the customer waiting demo flag is already set during the customer waiting demo (step A277), and a customer waiting demo command is also prepared ( Step A278) and the command setting process (step A279) are also executed, so the process proceeds to step A280 without performing these processes. Then, the special figure normal process transition setting process 1 (step A280) is performed, and the special figure normal process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A272 that the special figure 2 holding number is not 0 (step A272; No), special figure 2 fluctuation start processing (step A281) is performed. Details of the special figure 2 fluctuation start process in step A281 will be described later. After that, the special-figure changing process transition setting process (step A282) of the special figure 2 is performed, and the special-figure ordinary process is terminated. If it is determined in step A274 that the special figure 1 hold count is not 0 (step A274; No), special figure 1 fluctuation start processing (step A283) is performed. Details of the special figure 1 fluctuation start process in step A283 will be described later. Thereafter, the special-figure changing process transition setting process (step A284) in FIG. 1 is performed, and the special-figure ordinary process ends. In this way, if the special figure 2 hold number in step A271 and step A272 is checked before the special figure 1 hold number check in step A273 and step A274, the special figure 2 hold number is not zero. The special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step A281) is executed. That is, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game.

[Special Figure 1 Change Start Processing]
Next, the details of the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (step A283) in the above-described special figure ordinary process will be described. The special figure 1 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the first special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 21, first, whether or not the first special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit. A big hit flag 1 setting process (step A301) is performed to determine whether or not the big hit flag 1 is set to shift information or big hit information. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the first special figure variation display game is a small hit, and a small hit flag 1 setting process (step A302) for setting shift information and small hit information to the small hit flag 1 is performed.

  Next, after performing the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A303) related to the setting of the first special figure stop symbol (special figure 1 stop symbol), the first special figure stop symbol number (special figure 1 stop symbol number) ) Is saved in the test signal output data area (step A304). Subsequently, the symbol information is loaded from the symbol information area (step A305), and the symbol information is saved in the symbol information area for RWM work (step A306).

  Next, the special figure 1 fluctuation flag is set and prepared (step A307), and the special figure 1 fluctuation flag is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination flag area of the RWM (step A308). Thereafter, a table (for special figure 1) for setting information regarding the variation pattern is prepared (step A309), and special figure information setting processing (step A310) for setting special figure information is performed. Subsequently, among the variation modes in the first special figure variation display game, after performing the latter half variation pattern setting process (step A311) for setting the latter half variation pattern, the variation for setting the variation aspect of the first special figure variation display game. Pattern setting processing (step A312) is performed. Then, the fluctuation start information setting process (step A313) for setting the fluctuation start information of the first special figure is performed, and the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is ended.

[Special Figure 2 Variation Start Processing]
Next, the details of the special figure 2 variation start process (step A281) in the above-described special figure ordinary process will be described. The special figure 2 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the second special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 22, first, whether or not the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit. Then, the big hit flag 2 setting process (step A321) for setting the shift information and the big hit information to the big hit flag 2 is performed. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the second special figure variation display game is a small hit, and a small hit flag 2 setting process (step A322) is performed to set shift information and small hit information in the small hit flag 2.

  Next, after performing the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A323) related to the setting of the second special figure stop symbol (special figure 2 stop symbol), the second special figure stop symbol number (special figure 2 stop symbol number) ) Is saved in the test signal output data area (step A324). Subsequently, the symbol information is loaded from the symbol information area (step A325), and the symbol information is saved in the symbol information area for work of the RWM (step A326).

  Next, the special figure 2 fluctuation flag is set and prepared (step A327), and the special figure 2 fluctuation flag is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination flag area of the RWM (step A328). After that, a table (for special figure 2) for setting information regarding the variation pattern is prepared (step A329), and special figure information setting processing (step A330) for setting special figure information is performed. Subsequently, among the variation modes in the second special figure variation display game, after performing the latter half variation pattern setting process (step A331) for setting the second half variation pattern, the variation for setting the variation aspect of the second special figure variation display game. Pattern setting processing (step A332) is performed. Thereafter, the fluctuation start information setting process (step A333) for setting the fluctuation start information of the second special figure is performed, and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is ended.

[Small hit flag 1 setting process]
FIG. 23 shows the small hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process shown in FIG. In this small hit flag 1 setting process, first, the shift information is saved in the small hit flag area 1 (step A341), and the process of checking whether the big hit flag 1 is a big hit (step A342), the first special figure is assigned to the big hit flag 1. It is checked whether or not jackpot information indicating that the variable display game is a jackpot is saved.

  When the jackpot information is saved (step A343; Yes), that is, when the jackpot information indicating that the first special figure variation display game is a jackpot is saved in the jackpot flag 1, the jackpot random number value is saved. The random number saving area is cleared to 0 (step A349), and the small hit flag 1 setting process is terminated. If the jackpot information is not saved (step A343; No), that is, if the jackpot information indicating that the first special figure variation display game is a jackpot is not saved in the jackpot flag 1, the jackpot random number is stored from the jackpot random number save area. Load and prepare (step A344) to prepare special figure 1 determination data (step A345).

  Next, a small hit determination process (step A346) is performed. When the small hit is not made (step A347), the random number saving area where the big hit random number value is saved is cleared to 0 (step A349), and the small hit flag 1 is set. The process ends. If it is a small hit (step A347; Yes), the small hit information is saved in the small hit flag area 1 (step A348), and the random number save area for saving the big hit random value is cleared to zero (step A348). A349), the small hit flag 1 setting process is terminated.

[Small hit flag 2 setting process]
FIG. 24 shows the small hit flag 2 setting process in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process shown in FIG. In this small hit flag 2 setting process, first, the shift information is saved in the small hit flag area 2 (step A351), and the process of checking whether the big hit flag 2 is a big hit (step A352), the second special figure is assigned to the big hit flag 2. It is checked whether or not jackpot information indicating that the variable display game is a jackpot is saved.

  If the jackpot information is saved (step A353; Yes), that is, if the jackpot information indicating that the second special figure variation display game is a jackpot is saved in the jackpot flag 2, the jackpot random number value is saved. The random number saving area is cleared to 0 (step A359), and the small hit flag 2 setting process is terminated. If the jackpot information is not saved (step A353; No), that is, if the jackpot information indicating that the second special figure variation display game is a jackpot is not saved in the jackpot flag 2, the jackpot random number is stored from the jackpot random number save area. Load and prepare (step A354) to prepare special figure 2 determination data (step A355).

  Next, a small hit determination process (step A356) is performed, and if it is not a small hit (step A357), the random number saving area where the big hit random number value is saved is cleared to 0 (step A359), and the small hit flag 2 is set. The process ends. If it is a small hit (step A357; Yes), the small hit information is saved in the small hit flag area 2 (step A358), and the random number save area for saving the big hit random value is cleared to zero (step A358). A359), the small hit flag 2 setting process is terminated.

[Design variation control processing]
Next, the details of the symbol variation control process (step A19) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 25, in the symbol variation control process, first, a target variation control flag is set, and it is checked whether or not the symbol is varying (step A361). If it is determined that the symbol is changing (step A362; Yes), a symbol display table (for display) corresponding to the target symbol is acquired (step A363), and the variation time of the target symbol is acquired. Is updated by -1 to check whether or not the time is up (step A364).

  If it is determined that the time is up (step A365; Yes), the initial value of the symbol variation control timer is saved in the subject variation timer area (step A366), and the variation symbol number of the subject symbol is updated ( Step A367) and step A368 are entered. On the other hand, when it is determined that the time is not up (step A365; No), step A366 and step A367 are skipped, and the process proceeds to step A368 to load the value of the target variable symbol number area as the display symbol pointer. (Step A368), the process proceeds to step A371.

  If it is determined in step A362 that the symbol is not changing (step A365; No), a symbol display table (for stoppage) corresponding to the target symbol is acquired (step A369), and the display symbol pointer Is loaded with the value of the target stop symbol number area (step A370), and the process proceeds to step A371. Next, in step A371, display data corresponding to the display symbol pointer is acquired (step A371), the acquired display data is saved in the target segment area (step A372), and the symbol variation control process is terminated.

  Next, a control process executed by the effect control device 300 will be described. As described above, the effect control device 300 includes the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 that performs video control under the control of the main control microcomputer 311. The 1st main process shown in FIG. 26 is mainly performed in the main control microcomputer, and the 2nd main process shown in FIG. 30 is mainly performed in the video control microcomputer.

[1st main processing]
First, the 1st main process will be described. As shown in FIG. 26, in this 1st main process, the process at the start of the program is first performed. As processing at the time of starting the program, first, interrupts are prohibited (step B11), the RAM is cleared to 0 (step B12), and a CPU initialization process (step B13) for initializing the CPU is performed. Next, an initial value of the RAM is set (step B14), a random number initialization process for initializing a random number (step B15) is performed, various interrupt timers are started (step B16), and an effect version is set. Version setting processing is performed (step B17), and interruption is permitted (step B18).

  Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop processing, first, WDT (Watchdog Timer) is cleared (step B19), and an effect button input process (step B20) for creating input information from an input signal (rising edge) based on the operation of the effect button 25 is performed. . Thereafter, a game control command analysis process (step B21) is performed. In this game control command analysis process (step B21), it is determined whether or not a command related to a game transmitted from the game control apparatus 100 has been correctly received. Processing to classify commands for processing.

  Next, a test mode process (step B22) that is a process related to a test mode for testing the display device 41, the decoration device, the rendering device, and the like is performed. When the test mode is set by the test mode process (step B22), the subsequent game-related processes are not performed. However, in the test mode, when performing display on the display device 41 or the frame display device 28a, outputting sound from the speaker, light emission of the LED of the decoration device, operation of the effect device, etc., control is performed in a process for controlling these. I do. Note that the test mode ends when the gaming machine is powered off.

  And the scene control process (step B23) regarding control of the effect of a game is performed. Next, based on an error notification command transmitted from the game control device 100 when an error occurs in the gaming machine, a gaming machine error monitoring process (step B24) for setting information for performing the corresponding notification is performed. In addition, the display on the display device 41 and the frame display device 28a for performing the corresponding notification, the sound output from the speaker, the light emission of the LED of the decoration device, the operation of the effect device, etc. are in the process for controlling these. Take control.

  Thereafter, an effect command editing process (step B25) for editing a command to be output to the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 is performed, and a sound control process for controlling the sound output from the speakers (upper speaker 19a and lower speaker 19b) ( Step B26) is performed. Next, a decoration control process (step B27) for controlling the LEDs of the panel decoration device 42 and the frame decoration device 18, a motor / SOL control process (step B28) for controlling the motor and solenoid of the panel effect device 44 and the frame effect device. )I do. Then, a frame display device effect process for performing a random number update process (step B29) for updating a random number for determining details of the variation mode of the decoration special figure variation display game and performing a process related to an effect based on an operation on the frame display device 28a. (Step B30) is performed, and the process returns to the process of clearing the WDT (Step B19).

[Version setting process]
FIG. 27 shows the version setting process in the first main process. By this version setting process, it is determined which of the plurality of effect versions stored in advance is to be set. In the version setting process, first, it is determined whether the own base is a master (step B31). Each gaming machine 10 is set to either the master or the slave by the attendant at the game hall using the master / slave SW 323.

  If the player is the master (step B31; Yes), a number confirmation command is transmitted to confirm the number of gaming machines in the group (step B32). Thereafter, it is determined whether a predetermined time has elapsed since the transmission of the number confirmation command (step B33). If the predetermined time has not elapsed (step B33; No), it is determined whether one-round data has been received (step B34). ). The round data is data received by the gaming machine set as the master via each gaming machine of the group connected in a ring shape. In this case, the round data includes information on the number of connected units. If this round data has not been received (step B34: No), the process returns to the determination (step B33) whether a predetermined time has elapsed since the transmission of the number confirmation command.

  If the predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the round data (step B33; Yes), the initial setting version is set (step B42), and the version setting process is terminated. In this case, it is assumed that the total number of connected devices is 1, and the production version of the own device is set. When one round data is received (step B34: Yes), version setting data for setting the version of each connection base is transmitted (step B35), and the version setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if the own base is not the master (step B31; No), that is, if it is a slave, it is determined whether a predetermined time has elapsed since the power was turned on (step B36), and if the predetermined time has not elapsed (step B36). No) determines whether the number confirmation command has been received (step B37). If not received (step B37), the process returns to the determination of whether a predetermined time has elapsed (step B36).

  If the predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the number confirmation command (step B36; Yes), the initial setting version is set (step B42), and the version setting process is terminated. In this case, it is assumed that the total number of connected devices is 1, and the production version of the own device is set. When the number confirmation command is received (step B37), the number confirmation command is converted into a command including its own and transmitted (step B38). As a result, the information regarding the number of gaming machines included in the number confirmation command is updated by one each time the game machines pass through the groups connected in a ring shape.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether a predetermined time has elapsed since the number confirmation command was transmitted (step B39). If the predetermined time has not elapsed (step B39; No), it is determined whether version setting data has been received. (Step B40). The version setting data is data transmitted to designate the effect version set in each gaming machine 10 set to slave according to the number of gaming machines in the group by the gaming machine set as the master. If this version setting data has not been received (step B40), the process returns to the determination of whether a predetermined time has elapsed (step B39).

  If the predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the version setting data (step B39; Yes), the initial setting version is set (step B42), and the version setting process is terminated. In this case, it is assumed that the total number of connected devices is 1, and the production version of the own device is set. When the version setting data is received (step B40), the version of the own base is set based on the version setting data (step B41), and the version setting process is terminated.

  FIG. 28 shows the total installed number (the number in the group) and the type of effect version set. There are five types of production versions A to E with different production modes, and model data which is data of each production version is stored in the ROM 330 of the production control device 300. That is, the effect control device 300 serves as effect version storage means for storing model data of a plurality of effect versions. When the total number of installed units is 1, the production version A is set. That is, this production version is the initial setting version. Further, when the total set number is 2 to 6, the set production version is sequentially added from A, B and C, and when the total number of connected units is 7 to 9, the production version D can be set. Become. Furthermore, when the total number of connected devices is 10 or more, the production version E can be set.

  In this way, by setting the production version of each gaming machine 10, even with the same model, different production modes can be achieved, and the production related to the game can be changed, and the entertainment of the game can be improved. it can. In addition, it is possible to display effects peculiar to the amusement hall, and it is possible to differentiate from other stores. Furthermore, since the number of selectable production versions increases as the total number of installed machines increases, it is possible to incentivize customers to purchase many gaming machines of the same model. When the total installed number is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, it is possible to set a production version of a group that is completely different from the group of production versions that can be set when the total installed number is equal to or less than the predetermined number.

  From the above, the game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the progress of the game, and the effect for effect control of the variable display game for variably displaying a plurality of identification information based on the command information from the game control means Control means (production control device 300), and in a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game, the production control means includes a plurality of types of production versions. Production version storage means (production control device 300) for storing data, and transmission means (adjacent stand output unit 321, production control device 300) capable of transmitting control information of the own gaming machine to the production control means of other gaming machines. ) And receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, presentation control device 300) capable of receiving control information from other gaming machines, and the control information received by the receiving means Based, so that the so that set from a plurality of presentation version stored in the presentation version storage means to select a predetermined effect version.

[Command reception interrupt processing]
Next, a command reception interrupt process for receiving a command transmitted from the game control apparatus 100 will be described. In this command reception interrupt process, as shown in FIG. 29, first, a process (step B51) for taking in the port value of the command transmitted from the game control device 100 is performed. Then, it is determined whether or not the MODE command is waiting (step B52). If the MODE command is waiting (step B52; Yes), it is further determined whether or not the data strobe signal SSTB is ON (step B53), and the data strobe signal SSTB is ON. In the case (step B53; Yes), it is determined whether the received command is a MODE command (step B54).

  If the received command is a MODE command (step B54; Yes), processing for calculating the address of the command buffer corresponding to the reception pointer (step B55) is performed, and the command is set as a MODE command at the calculated address. A process of saving (step B56) is performed. Subsequently, an initial value is set in the timeout monitoring timer, a process for starting the timer (step B57) is performed, a process for setting an ACTION command waiting state (step B58) is performed, and the command reception interrupt process is terminated. .

  In step B53, if the data strobe signal SSTB is not ON (step B53; No), or if the received command is not a MODE command in step B54 (step B54; No), the timeout monitoring timer is stopped. Processing (step B67) is performed, processing for setting a MODE command waiting state (step B68) is performed, and command reception interrupt processing is terminated.

  In step B52, when the MODE command is not waiting, that is, when the ACTION command is waiting (step B52; No), it is determined whether or not the timeout monitoring timer has timed out (step B59). If the time-out has not occurred (step B59; No), it is determined whether or not the data strobe signal SSTB is in an ON state (step B60). If the data strobe signal SSTB is in an ON state (step B60). In step B60 (Yes), it is determined whether or not the received command is a MODE command (step B61).

  If the received command is a MODE command (step B61; Yes), the process proceeds to step B55, and the subsequent processing is performed. If the received command is not a MODE command (step B61; No), processing for calculating the address of the command buffer corresponding to the reception pointer (step B62) is performed, and the command is saved as an ACTION command at the calculated address. The process (step B63) is performed. Subsequently, after performing the process of updating the value of the number of received commands by +1 (step B64), the process of stopping the timeout monitoring timer (step B67) is performed, and the process of setting the MODE command waiting state (step B68). To complete the command reception interrupt process.

  If a time-out occurs in step B59 (step B59; Yes), or if the data strobe signal SSTB is not ON (step B60; No) in step B60, the process proceeds to step B65, and the reception pointer is set. Processing for calculating the address of the corresponding command buffer (step B65) is performed, and processing for discarding the MODE command saved in the command buffer of the calculated address (step B66) is performed. Then, processing for stopping the timeout monitoring timer (step B67) is performed, processing for setting the MODE command waiting state (step B68) is performed, and the command reception interrupt processing is terminated.

[2nd main processing]
Next, 2nd main processing executed by the 2nd CPU 312 of the effect control device 300 will be described. As shown in FIG. 30, in the 2nd main process, first, the initialization process of the 2nd CPU (step B71) is performed, and then the process of clearing the RAM to 0 (step B72) is performed.

  Next, processing for setting an initial value in the RAM (step B73) is performed, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the 2nd CPU 312. Initialization processing (step B74) is performed. Thereafter, processing for permitting various interrupts (step B75) is performed, and initialization processing for various control processing (step B76) is performed.

  Next, processing for permitting image drawing by VDP (step B77) is performed, and then processing for clearing a system cycle waiting flag set in V blank interruption processing described later (step B78) is performed. If the system cycle wait flag is not “1” (step B79; No), the process of step B79 is repeated until the system cycle wait flag is set in the V blank interrupt process. On the other hand, when the system cycle wait flag is “1” (step B79; Yes), a process for clearing the watchdog timer (WDT) (step B80) is performed, a normal game process (step B81) is performed, and a step B78 is performed. Return to.

[V blank interrupt processing]
Next, the V blank interrupt process will be described. The V blank interrupt process is started by inputting a periodic V blank interrupt signal, for example, every 16 ms to the 2nd CPU. As shown in FIG. 31, when the V blank interrupt process is started, first, a process of updating the value of the frame counter by +1 is performed (step B91), and it is determined whether or not the value of the frame counter is greater than or equal to a specified value (step B92 ) Here, when the value of the frame counter is less than the specified value (step B92; No), the V blank interrupt process is terminated, and when the value of the frame counter is equal to or larger than the specified value (step B92; Yes), the process goes to step B93. Then, it is determined whether the system cycle wait flag is “0” (step B93).

  If the system cycle wait flag is not “0” (step B93; No), the V blank interrupt process is terminated. If the system cycle wait flag is “0” (step B93; Yes), step B94 is performed. Then, it is determined whether or not the drawing that the VDP displays on the display device 41 is completed (step B94). If the VDP has not finished drawing (Step B94; No), the V blank interrupt processing is terminated. If the VDP has finished drawing (Step B94; Yes), the process proceeds to Step B95 and the display frame buffer is stored. A process of switching is performed, and an instruction to start drawing in the display frame buffer switched to VDP is given (step B96).

  Next, after performing a process of setting a VDP drawing flag indicating that VDP has started drawing (stop B97), a process of clearing the frame counter to 0 (step B98), and setting the system cycle wait flag to "1" (Step B99) is performed, and the V blank interrupt process is terminated.

[Normal game processing]
Next, details of the normal game process (step B81) in the above-described 2nd main process will be described. As shown in FIG. 32, in the normal game process, first, a process of checking a command received from the game control apparatus 100 (step B101) is performed. In this process, it is determined whether or not the command transmitted from the 1st CPU 311 has been correctly received. If the command has been correctly received, the command is determined and the process of classifying the command for the subsequent control process is performed. Subsequently, background processing (step B102) is performed. In the background processing, processing for displaying a background corresponding to the gaming state (whether there is a probability state or a waiting state for customers), the gaming mode, the production mode, the reach scene, and the like is performed.

  After that, the display device is interlocked with the reel control / display process (step B103) which is a display control process related to the variation of the identification information in the decoration special figure fluctuation display game, and the special figure 1 hold display and the special figure 2 hold display. The hold display process (step B104) for setting the decoration special figure start memory display displayed on 41 is performed. Furthermore, the customer waiting demonstration process (step B105) relating to the display of the customer waiting demonstration, the setting of the notice character and the display priority are set, and the effect image corresponding to the progress of the special figure variation display game is displayed on the display device 41. Scene control / display processing (step B106) is performed. Then, inter-sub-communication processing (step B107) for performing processing related to transmission / reception of control information with adjacent gaming machines is performed, ROM data is transferred to a buffer set in the RAM, and processing for actual display is performed. System processing (step B108) is performed, and the normal game processing is terminated.

[Inter-subnet communication processing]
FIG. 33 shows the inter-sub communication process in the normal game process. In this inter-sub-communication process, first, it is determined whether or not the player is the master (step B111). If it is the master (step B111; Yes), a predetermined time has elapsed since the game state confirmation command was transmitted. Is determined (step B112). The gaming state confirmation command is a command for confirming the gaming state (in the reach state, in the special gaming state, in the high probability state, etc.) of each gaming machine set as the slave in the gaming machine set as the master. If the predetermined time has not elapsed since the game state confirmation command was transmitted (step B112; No), it is determined whether the transmission flag is ON (step B113). Note that even when the gaming state confirmation command has not yet been transmitted after the power is turned on, it is determined that the predetermined time has not elapsed since the gaming state confirmation command was transmitted (step B112; No).

  If the transmission flag is not ON (step B113; No), a gaming state confirmation command is transmitted (step B114), the transmission flag is turned ON (step B115), and it is determined whether or not the round data has been received (step B116). . If the transmission flag is ON (step B113; Yes), it is determined whether or not the round data has been received (step B116). The one-round data is data received by a gaming machine set as a master via each gaming machine of a group connected in a ring shape. In this case, the one-round data includes information on the gaming state.

  If this round data has not been received (step B116; No), the inter-sub-communication process is terminated. When the round data is received (step B116; Yes), each game information setting data is set based on the round data (step B117). Each game information setting data includes an instruction for each gaming machine set to slave. For example, sound data for the gaming machines adjacent to the gaming machine on which the notice effect is performed is included, and the corresponding gaming machine outputs a predetermined sound based on the sound data. Thereafter, the transmission flag is turned OFF (step B118), and the inter-sub-communication process is terminated. At this time, the set game information setting data is transmitted, and the timer for measuring the time from the transmission of the gaming state confirmation command is cleared.

  On the other hand, if a predetermined time has elapsed since the game state confirmation command was transmitted (step B112; Yes), it is determined whether the total number of installed units confirmed in the above version setting process is one (step B119). If there is one (step B119; Yes), the inter-sub communication process is terminated. If the number is not one (step B119; No), the inter-sub-connection abnormality notification process (step B120) is performed, and the inter-sub-communication process is terminated. In the inter-sub-connection abnormality notification process (step B120), a notification that communication with the gaming machine set to slave cannot be made is performed by voice, lamp, image display, or the like.

  If the player is not the master (step B111; No), that is, if it is a slave, it is determined whether a gaming state confirmation command has been received (step B121), and if not received (step B121; No). Then, the inter-sub communication process is terminated. If it is received (step B121; Yes), inter-sub data transmission / reception processing (step B122) is performed, and the inter-sub communication processing is terminated. In the inter-sub-data transmission / reception process (step B122), the game state confirmation command is converted into a command including the game state of the player and transmitted. As a result, the gaming state of each gaming machine is included every time it passes through each gaming machine of the group connected in a ring shape, and the gaming machine finally set as the master confirms the gaming state of each gaming machine Can do.

[Inter-subnet communication processing]
FIG. 34 shows inter-sub-transmission / reception processing in inter-sub-communication processing. In this inter-sub-transmission / reception process, it is first determined whether or not a predetermined variation pattern is present (step B131). The predetermined variation pattern is, for example, a specific reach or a big hit. If it is this predetermined variation pattern (step B131; Yes), volume down data is set (step B132), and it is determined whether it is the start timing of the notice effect (step B133). If it is not the predetermined variation pattern (step B131; No), it is determined whether it is the start timing of the notice effect (step B133).

  If it is the start timing of the notice effect (step B133; Yes), the notice effect data indicating the type of the notice effect to be executed is set (step B134), and it is determined whether it is the start timing of one notification. . If it is not the start timing of the notice effect (step B133; No), it is determined whether it is the start timing of one notification. The notice effect indicates an effect that suggests that the running special map fluctuation display game is likely to be a big hit, or a special figure fluctuation display game that is based on the start memory that occurred is likely to be a big hit This is an effect (prefetching effect). In the notice effect, a predetermined sound is output together with the effect by the image on the display device 41.

  When it is the start timing of one notification (step B135; Yes), one notification data is set (step B136), and the probability is data indicating the probability state (normal probability state or high probability state) of the game machine. State data is set (step B137). If it is not the start timing of one notification (step B135; No), probability state data is set (step B137). One-shot notification is an effect that clearly notifies that a big hit has been made, and a predetermined sound is output. Thereafter, a probability state confirmation command including the data set as described above is transmitted (step B138), and the inter-sub data transmission / reception process is terminated.

  The gaming machine set as the master receives the probability state confirmation command including the above-mentioned data as one-round data, and performs setting by transmitting each machine gaming information setting data to the target gaming machine. That is, based on the volume down data, the target game information setting data is set as the target game information setting data so as to reduce the volume of the sound output from the gaming machine adjacent to the gaming machine that executes the special figure variation display game with a predetermined variation pattern. Setting is made by sending volume down instruction data to the gaming machine. In addition, the announcement sound data is transmitted as the game information setting data to the target gaming machine so that a predetermined sound is output from the gaming machine adjacent to the gaming machine that performs the announcement effect based on the notice effect data. Set with. In addition, one notification sound data is sent to the target gaming machine as each game information setting data so that a predetermined sound is output from the gaming machine adjacent to the gaming machine that performs one notification based on the one notification data. Set by sending. As will be described later, based on the probability state data, the gaming machine set as the master performs the setting by transmitting a notification command so as to notify the information regarding the probability state of the group with the gaming machines in the group.

  Here, the SSG sound source is used as the notice effect sound output from the game machine, the one notification sound, the notice effect sound output as the external input sound, and the one notification sound. The notice effect sound and the one-shot notification sound are common sounds for a plurality of models. This makes it possible to output a common sound based on sound data even between different models. In addition, even if different models are associated with the occurrence of the same state (for example, the occurrence of a big hit), it is easy to be transmitted to players who play with other gaming machines. That is, the production control device 300 serves as a common sound output unit that can output a common sound that is commonly used in a plurality of types of gaming machines. In addition, the adjacent table output unit 321 and the effect control device 300 use the sound data (notice effect data, one notification data) as information related to the common sound output by the own game machine as control information to the effect control means of other game machines. ) And probability state information (probability state data). In addition, the adjacent base input unit 322 and the effect control device 300 receive sound data (volume down instruction data, notice effect sound data, one notice sound data, notice effect data, one notice information) as control information from other gaming machines. Data) and probability state information (probability state data, notification command).

  FIG. 35 to FIG. 37 show processing related to sound (external input sound) based on the game information setting data for each machine, which is executed in the sound control processing in the first main processing shown in FIG. 26 on the gaming machine set to slave. It was.

[External input sound setting processing]
FIG. 35 shows an external input sound setting process for performing a process related to the setting of the sound output from the gaming machine set as the master on the own gaming machine based on the respective game information setting data. In the external input sound setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the special game state is set (step B141). If the special game state is set (step B141; Yes), the external input sound setting process is ended. If it is not in the special game state (step B141; No), it is determined whether an error notification is being made (step B142).

  When the error is being notified (step B142; Yes), the external input sound setting process is terminated. Thereby, the error which has generate | occur | produced with the own game machine can be alert | reported reliably. If the error notification is not being performed (step B142; No), it is determined whether or not the volume down instruction data is received as each game information setting data (step B143). If this volume down instruction data has not been received (step B143; No), it is determined whether or not the notice effect sound data has been received as each game information setting data (step B145). When the volume down instruction data is received (step B143; Yes), the volume down is set (step B144), and it is determined whether the notice effect sound data is received as each game information setting data (step B145). . As a result, when a special figure variation display game with a predetermined variation pattern is executed on an adjacent gaming machine, the player of the gaming machine can concentrate on the game and appeal to the player of the adjacent gaming machine. Yes, it can improve the interest of both players.

  When the notice effect sound data is not received as each game information setting data (step B145; No), it is determined whether one notification sound data is received as each game information setting data (step B147). Further, when the notice effect sound data is received as each game information setting data (step B145; Yes), a sound based on the notice effect sound data received with a sound smaller than the current output sound is set (step B146). It is determined whether or not one notification sound data is received as table game information setting data (step B147). Thus, when a notice effect is executed on an adjacent gaming machine, a notice effect sound can be output from the gaming machine and the adjacent game machines on both sides, and a player who plays a game on the game machine on which the notice effect is executed It is possible to effectively provide a notice effect. That is, since the sound of the own game machine is also emitted from other game machines, the sound can be heard clearly even if the volume is not high, and a powerful sound can be enjoyed. In addition, it is possible to appeal to the players of the adjacent gaming machines, the interest of both players can be improved, and the interest of the game can be improved throughout the game hall.

  When one notification sound data is not received as each game information setting data (step B147; No), the external input sound setting process is terminated. If one notification sound data is received as each game information setting data (step B147; Yes), one notification sound data is set (step B148), and the external input sound setting process is terminated. As a result, when a single notification effect is executed on an adjacent gaming machine, a single notification sound can be output from the gaming machine and the adjacent gaming machine, and the gaming machine on which the single notification effect is executed It is possible to effectively notify the player who plays the game. Moreover, it can appeal to the player of an adjacent game machine and can improve the interest of both players. In other words, the adjacent platform input unit 322 and the effect control device 300 serving as receiving means receive sound data (notice effect data, one notification data) as control information from other gaming machines, and serve as common sound output means. Based on the sound data received by the effect control device 300, the output of the common sound is set. It should be noted that sound may be output simultaneously from a plurality of gaming machines, including data that synchronizes the output timing of the notice effect sound and the single notification sound.

[External input sound output processing]
FIG. 36 shows an external input sound output process that is a process of outputting the external input sound set in the external input sound setting process. In this external input sound output process, it is first determined whether or not an external input sound is set (step 151). If there is no setting (step B151; No), the external input sound output process is terminated. If there is a setting (step B151; Yes), the priority order of the sound being output and the external input sound is compared (step B152), the sound synthesis output process (step B153) is performed, and the external input sound output process is performed. finish.

  FIG. 37 shows the priorities of the sound being output and the external input sound. Note that the fluctuating sound A is a sound effect in the reach state, the fluctuating sound B is sound such as BGM, and the effect operation sound is sound output based on the operation of the effect button 25. In the process of comparing the priority order of the sound being output and the external input sound (step B152), the comparison is performed according to this priority order, and if the priority of the external input sound is higher than the sound being output, the sound synthesis is performed. An external input sound is output in the output process (step B153). Thereby, when the output sound of the game machine is not so important, it is possible to participate in the production of another game machine. At this time, the volume of sounds output from the game machine other than the external input sound is reduced so that other game machines performing important effects can be raised throughout the group.

  If the external input sound has a lower priority than the sound being output, the external input sound may not be output, or may be output with a volume lower than the sound being output. good. In addition, although the priority order of the sound being output and the external input sound is compared here, the sound output in the game of the game machine is also output according to this priority order. The low sound is output at a smaller volume than the high priority sound. That is, the production control device 300 serves as an output sound storage unit that stores the output priority order of common sounds. In addition, the production control device 300 serves as a sound comparison output unit that outputs the common sound if the output priority of the common sound is higher.

  From the above, the game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the progress of the game, and the effect for effect control of the variable display game for variably displaying a plurality of identification information based on the command information from the game control means Control means (effect control device 300), and a game machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game, wherein the effect control means is a plurality of types of gaming machines. Sound data that is information related to the common sound that is output from the own game machine to the effect control means of other gaming machines, provided with common sound output means (effect control device 300) that can output the common sound used in common Transmission means (adjacent stand output unit 321, effect control device 300) and receiving means (adjacent stand input unit 322, effect control device 300) capable of receiving sound data from other gaming machines , Based on the sound data received by said receiving means, and thus is capable of outputting a predetermined sound by the common sound output means.

  Further, the production control means (production control device 300) is divided into output sound storage means (production control device 300) storing the output priority order of common sounds, and reception means (adjacent base input unit 322, production control device 300). When the sound data is received from the other game machines, the common sound based on the received sound data is compared with the sound output by the own game machine other than the common sound based on the output priority stored in the output sound storage means. If the output priority of common sound is higher, sound comparison output means (production control device 300) for outputting the common sound is provided.

  Further, when the common control based on the sound data is output, the production control means (production control device 300) is configured to reduce the volume of the sound output from the game machine.

  Even if the effect control means (effect control device 300) receives sound data from another gaming machine by the receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, effect control device 300), an error occurs in the own gaming machine. In this case, the common sound based on the sound data received from other game machines is not output.

  Further, the common sound output means (production control device 300) uses the SSG sound source as the common sound.

  FIG. 38 shows an example in which an AMM sound source is used as an external input sound. The AMM decoder 354 is provided with 8 channels as audio playback channels, and the types of audio output to each channel are associated with each other. Among these, one channel (channel 0) is used as a channel for external input sound. When the priority of the external input sound is higher than the sound being output, the external input sound is output from channel 0, and when the priority of the external input sound is lower than the sound being output. The output from channel 0 is not performed, or the volume is smaller than the sound being output.

  FIG. 39 shows an example of the external input sound setting process when an AMM sound source is used as the external input sound. In this process, when an error is being notified (step B142; Yes), a process of setting the sound output volume (channel 0 volume) based on the received sound data to 0 is performed (step B161). Thereby, the same effect as not setting an external input sound can be acquired.

  In addition, although the case where the announcement effect is performed or the case where one notification is performed is performed when the external input sound is output, the external input sound may be output in other cases. For example, when a special event occurs, a specific reach occurs, a specific character appears, or a specific sound is output as a game event related to a game, an external input sound is output from a nearby gaming machine. good. As events related to security and errors, illegal winnings to the special variable winning device 38 and the normal variable winning device 37, overflow of the lower plate, shot chute, opening of the front frame (glass frame 15), inner frame (front configuration) When an opening of the frame 12), a fraudulent act by a magnet, a fraudulent act by vibration or the like occurs, an external input sound may be output from a nearby gaming machine.

  Next, notification of information related to the probability state of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted / received the probability state information belongs will be described. As shown in FIG. 34, each gaming machine set to slave transmits probability state data, which is the probability state information of its own gaming machine, to the gaming machine set as the master. Based on this information, the gaming machine set as the master sets a notification mode to suggest and inform about the number of gaming machines in a high probability state in the group to which the gaming machine including the own gaming machine has transmitted / received the probability state information, The setting is made so that the notification is performed in the gaming machines belonging to the group.

  The suggestion and notification about the probability state are performed by the emission color at a predetermined location on the display device 41. There are five types of luminescent colors: rainbow, red, yellow, green, and white, indicating that rainbow is most likely to have many high-probability units, with the highest probability units in the order of red, yellow, green, and white. It is shown that there is a low possibility that many exist. Instead of using the display device 41, the frame decoration device 18 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided in the front structure frame 12 may be used.

[Status notification processing]
FIG. 40 shows a state notification process for making settings related to the notification of the group probability state performed in the display system process in the normal game process shown in FIG. In this state notification, first, it is determined whether the own base is a master (step B171), and if it is a master (step B171; Yes), it is determined whether the notification prohibit timer has timed out (step B172). The notification prohibition timer is a timer for counting a period during which notification regarding the probability state is prohibited when there is a gaming machine that has started operation in the group, as will be described later. When this notification prohibition timer has not expired (step B172; No), the state notification process is terminated. If the notification prohibit timer has timed out (step B172; Yes), it is determined whether the number of operating units in the group has changed since the previous execution of the state notification process (step B173).

  Each gaming machine set to slave transmits information on whether or not the own gaming machine is in operation to the gaming machine set to the master, and the gaming machine set to the master Based on this information, grasp the number of units in operation. Whether or not the game machine is in operation is determined based on whether or not the operation unit 24 is operated and whether or not a special figure variation display game is being executed. In addition, you may make it provide the sensor which detects whether a player exists ahead of a game machine separately.

  When the number of operating units in the group detected in this way has changed (step B173; Yes), that is, when there is a gaming machine that has started operating, a notification prohibit timer is set (step B179). Thereafter, normal notification that does not notify the probability state is set (step B180), the normal notification information is transmitted as a notification command to the gaming machine set to slave (step B181), and the state notification process is terminated. As a result, the suggestion and notification about the probability state are completed, so that it is impossible to infer whether or not the gaming machine that started the game is in a high probability state due to the change of the notification mode, and the player's sense of expectation may be raised. it can. If the number of operating units in the group has not changed (step B173; No), it is determined whether there is a unit within a predetermined number of revolutions after hitting (big hit or small hit) (step B174).

  Each gaming machine set to slave has information on the number of executions (number of revolutions) of the special figure variation display game after the hitting of the own gaming machine (big hit or small hit) with respect to the gaming machine set as the master It is supposed to send. Based on this information, when there is a base within a predetermined number of rotations after hitting (step B174; Yes), normal notification that does not notify the probability state is set (step B180), and the normal notification information is set to the slave as a notification command. It transmits to the set gaming machine (step B181), and ends the state notification process. As a result, since the suggestion and notification about the probability state are completed, when the probability state after the end of the special gaming state is not clearly notified, the gaming machine has a high probability due to the change in the notification mode of the information regarding the probability state of the group. This makes it impossible to guess whether or not the player is in a state, and can give a player a sense of expectation. Note that the notification may not be performed for a predetermined period only when the special result that triggered the occurrence of the special gaming state is a special result that does not clearly notify the probability state after the special gaming state ends. In addition, the predetermined number of rotations is desirably a number of times (for example, 50 times) that allows the probability state to be estimated.

  If there is no table within the predetermined number of rotations after hitting (step B174; No), a table is selected from the total number of connected units and the number of high probabilities (step B175). Thereafter, the notification mode is selected based on the selected table (step B176), and the selected notification mode is set as the notification mode of the game machine (step B177). Then, the selected notification mode is transmitted as a notification command to the gaming machine set to slave (step B178), and the state notification process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is not the master itself (step B171; No), that is, if it is a slave, it is determined whether a notification command has been received (step B182). When the notification command has not been received (step B182; No), the normal notification that does not notify the probability state is set (step B185), and the state notification process ends. If a notification command is received (step B182; Yes), it is determined whether the notification information is normal notification information for setting normal notification (step B183).

  If it is normal notification information (step B183; Yes), normal notification that does not notify the probability state is set (step B185), and the state notification process is terminated. Further, when it is not normal notification (step B183; No), that is, when it is information regarding the selected notification mode, the selected notification mode is set (step B184), and the state notification process is terminated.

  FIG. 41 shows an example of a table for the gaming machine set as the master to select the notification mode. As shown in FIG. 41 (a), a light emission color table for selecting a light emission color to suggest and notify the probability state is set by the total number of connected units and the number of high probability units. For example, when the total number of connected units is 2 and the number of high-probability units is 0, TBL1 is selected as the emission color table, and the emission color is 0% for rainbow, 2% for red, 5% for yellow, and 10 for green. % And white are selected at a ratio of 83%. If the total number of connected units is 2 and the number of high-probability units is 2, TBL3 is selected as the emission color table, and the emission colors are 50% for rainbow, 30% for red, 10% for yellow, and green for 10%. 5% and white are selected at a rate of 5%. In particular, the rainbow emission color can be selected when there are a plurality of high-probability units.

  By such processing, it is possible to perform an unprecedented notification of notifying information related to the probability state of the group, it is possible to change the effects related to the game, and to improve the interest of the game. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

  That is, the effect control device 300 serves as a probability state notification means for notifying the probability state. Further, the adjacent platform input unit 322 and the production control device 300 that form the receiving means can receive the probability state information (probability information data, notification command) as control information from other gaming machines, and the production control device 300 Based on the received probability state information, group probability state notification means for notifying information on the probability state of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs is made. In addition, the production control device 300 serves as a notification mode determination unit that determines a notification mode according to the percentage of gaming machines that are in a high probability state in the group.

[Adjacent high probability status notification processing]
Each gaming machine performs the adjacent high probability state notification process shown in FIG. 42 as a setting relating to the notification of the group probability state performed in the display system process in the normal game process shown in FIG. In this adjacent high probability state notification process, first, it is determined whether the own base is in a non-operating state (step B191). If it is not in a non-operating state (step B191; No), the adjacent high probability state notification process is terminated. . If it is in a non-operating state (step B191; Yes), it is determined whether the own base is in a high probability state (step B192).

  When the own base is not in a high probability state (step B192; No), the adjacent high probability state notification process is terminated. When the own base is in a high probability state (step B192; Yes), it is determined whether the adjacent base has passed a predetermined number of revolutions after the end of hitting (step B193). Note that the data regarding the rotation speed of the adjacent gaming machine may be received directly from the adjacent gaming machine, or the gaming machine set as the master collects the data and is set to the slave. You may make it transmit to each game machine. Then, when a predetermined number of rotations has not elapsed after the hitting of the adjacent tables (step B193; No), the adjacent high probability state notification process is ended. In addition, when a predetermined number of revolutions have passed after the adjacent platform has ended (step B193; Yes), the own platform high probability state notification is performed (step B194), and the adjacent high probability state notification process is terminated.

  In the self-high probability state notification, for example, “Oh! This way!” Is output by outputting a voice for guiding the player, or by displaying on the display device 41 or the frame display device 28a. Information indicating that the player is in a high probability state is transmitted to an adjacent gaming machine that has passed a predetermined number of revolutions after the completion of hitting, and the gaming machine is informed so that the gaming machine plays a game. Notification may be made only to existing players.

  With this process, it is possible to provide an unprecedented notification of notifying that an adjacent vacant platform is in a high probability state, and it is possible to change the effects related to the game and improve the interest of the game. . For example, it is possible to notify a player who is playing on a table that has not been hit for a long period of time (for example, 1000 revolutions, a so-called Hamari table) that the adjacent empty table is in a high probability state. Can prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied and motivate to continue playing.

  From the above, the game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the progress of the game, and the effect for effect control of the variable display game for variably displaying a plurality of identification information based on the command information from the game control means Control means (production control device 300), and in a gaming machine capable of generating a special game state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game, the state of the probability that the special game state will occur, Probability setting means (game control device 100) for setting at least one of a normal probability state and a high probability state higher than the normal probability state is provided, and the effect control means is a probability state storage means (effect control) for storing the probability state. Device 300), a probability state notifying means (effect control device 300) for notifying the probability state, and a special gaming state set by the own game machine with respect to the effect control means of another gaming machine. Transmission means (adjacent stand output unit 321, production control device 300) capable of transmitting probability state information that is probability information, and receiving means (adjacent stand input unit 322, reception means capable of receiving probability state information from other gaming machines) And a probability probability notifying means for notifying information on a probability state of a group to which a gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs based on the probability state information received by the receiving means. State notification means (production control device 300) is provided.

  Further, the group probability state notification means (effect control device 300) includes notification mode determination means (effect control device 300) that determines the notification mode according to the percentage of gaming machines in the group that are in a high probability state. It becomes.

  In addition, the group probability state notification means (the effect control device 300) ends the notification on the own gaming machine when another gaming machine in the group starts operation.

  Further, the notification mode determining means (the effect control device 300) is a case where the own gaming machine is in a high probability state and is in a non-operating state, and the adjacent gaming machine is displayed in a predetermined number of times in a normal probability state. When the game is executed, the fact that the game machine is in a high probability state is notified.

  Further, the probability setting means (game control device 100) sets the state of the probability of occurrence of the special game state after the end of the special game state based on the result mode that triggered the occurrence of the special game state, and the group probability The state notification means (production control device 300) is configured not to perform notification until a predetermined period has elapsed after the special gaming state ends.

  43 and 44 show another example of the state notification process. In this example, a high probability number of non-operating bases is suggested and notified. In this state notification process, in the gaming machine set as the master, if there is no unit within the predetermined number of rotations after hitting (step B174; No), it is determined whether the number of non-operating units is less than the predetermined number (step B201). ). When the number of non-operating stands is less than or equal to the predetermined number (step B201; Yes), normal notification is set (step B180). When the number of non-operating stands is small, since the gaming machine in a high probability state can be easily recognized by the notification, the notification is not performed. Note that the predetermined number or less may be a fixed value (for example, 3 or less), or a value determined by the total number of installed units (for example, 1 if the total number of installed units is 3, 10 units for the total number of installed units). 5 units).

  If the number of non-operating bases is not less than or equal to the predetermined number (step B201; No), a table is selected from the number of non-operating bases and the number of high probabilities (step B202). FIG. 44 shows an example of a table for selecting a notification mode in this example. As shown in FIG. 44 (a), a light emission color table is set for selecting a light emission color to suggest and notify the probability state based on the non-operating number and the high probability number. In this case, it is usually notified. Note that TBL1 to TBL7 in FIGS. 44B and 44C are TBL1 to TBL7 shown in FIGS. 41B to 41H.

  In FIG. 43, after performing the process of transmitting the selected notification mode as a notification command (step B178), it is determined whether or not the own base is a non-operating base (step B203). When the own base is not a non-operating base (step B203; No), normal notification is set (step B180). Moreover, when the own base is a non-operating base (step B203; Yes), the set notification mode is set (step B177). That is, notification is performed only on the non-operating table.

  In the gaming machine set to slave, when it is not the normal notification information (step B183; No), it is determined whether the own machine is a non-operating machine (step B204), and when the own machine is not a non-operating machine (step B204). ; No) sets the normal notification, and if it is a non-operating base (step B204; Yes), sets the selected notification mode (step B184). In other words, even a gaming machine set to slave is notified only on a non-working machine.

  By doing in this way, the information only about a vacant stand can be alert | reported, and it becomes a reference with which a player selects a game stand. Note that the notification prohibit timer may not be set, and in this way, it is possible to infer whether or not the gaming machine that has started the game is in a high probability state due to a change in the notification mode. The operating rate can be improved.

  From the above, when the gaming machine in the group starts operation, the reporting mode determining means (the effect control device 300) determines the reporting mode according to the proportion of gaming machines that are in a high probability state in the remaining gaming machines. Will be.

  Next, effects based on the operation of the frame display device 28a will be described. Various effect images and information related to the game are displayed on the frame display device 28a. The effect images and information are transmitted to the transmission means (adjacent stand output unit 321 and the effect control device 300) and the receiving means (adjacent stand input). The unit 322 and the production control device 300) can transmit and receive with adjacent gaming machines and change production images and information.

  For example, when a predetermined character is displayed on the frame display device 28a, the character can be moved to an adjacent gaming machine. FIG. 45 shows an example of such an operation. When a predetermined character 80 is displayed on the frame display device 28a as shown in FIG. 45 (a), the player rubs the character 80 toward the right adjacent gaming machine as shown in FIG. 45 (b). By operating (flicking) in this manner, the character 80 moves to the display device 41 of the game machine on the right side as shown in FIG. 45 (c).

  Further, based on the operation of the frame display device 28a, the effect version set in the game machine and the effect version set in the adjacent game machine can be exchanged. FIG. 46 shows an example of such an operation. Here, in the game machine (left in the figure), the A mode effect version is set, and in the adjacent game machine (right in the figure), the B mode effect version is set.

  When the exchange of the effect version is selected in the frame display device 28a in each adjacent gaming machine, as shown in FIG. 46A, the display 81 indicating the current effect version on the frame display device 28a and the exchange of the effect version are performed. A display 82 indicating that it is possible is made. Then, as shown in FIG. 46 (b), the players of both gaming machines operate so as to rub the display 81 indicating the effect version toward each other's gaming machine, and the exchange condition is established. production version of the two game machine as shown in c) so that the interchange. As a result, an unprecedented effect that the effects can be exchanged between the gaming machines can be performed, and the effect related to the game can be changed, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, based on the operation of the frame display device 28a, the music that can be played during the game on the game machine can be provided as the music that can be played during the game on the adjacent game machine. The music that can be played during the game on the game machine is selected from several types of music stored in advance in the effect control device 300, and the player plays the game during the game. You can select the music you want. The types and number of music pieces that can be selected are changed when a predetermined condition such as the occurrence of hits is satisfied. That is, the production control device 300 serves as selectable music setting means for setting music that can be selected by the music selection means.

  FIG. 47 shows an example of such an operation. When a change of music is selected on the frame display device 28a by the game machine, as shown in FIG. 47A, a display 83 indicating the currently selectable music is displayed on the frame display device 28a. Here, if the player performs an operation (touch operation) so as to touch the display 83 of the music to be played, the music being played is changed to the music. In addition, as shown in FIG. 47 (b), when the player of the game machine operates to squeeze the display 83 of the music to be provided toward the adjacent game machine, as shown in FIG. The music can be selected on the gaming machine. As a result, music can be exchanged between acquaintances and the like, and the fun of the game can be improved.

  In addition, the probability state of adjacent gaming machines can be estimated based on the operation of the frame display device 28a. FIG. 48 shows an example of such an operation. When a predetermined condition is established in the game machine, a display 84 suggesting the probability state of the game machine is displayed on the frame display device 28a as shown in FIG. The predetermined condition is, for example, that a predetermined time is reached or that a predetermined period has elapsed since the end of the special gaming state. In this display 84, the probability state is suggested by the color of the school of fish, the rainbow is most likely to be in a high probability state, and there is a possibility that the probability state is in the order of red, yellow, green, and white. It shows to be low.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 47 (b), when the player operates the display 84 indicating the probability state toward the adjacent gaming machine, as shown in FIG. 47 (c), the adjacent gaming machine The display 84 suggesting the probability state is also displayed on the frame display device 28a, and the probability state of the gaming machine is suggested. In addition, it is preferable that the adjacent gaming machine is not in operation to display the probability state in the adjacent gaming machine based on the operation on the frame display device 28a, but it may be possible to display it even during operation.

  Further, based on the operation of the frame display device 28a, the probability states of neighboring game machines are displayed. FIG. 49 shows an example of such an operation. When a predetermined condition is established in the own game machine, as shown in FIG. 49 (a), a display 85 is displayed on the frame display device 28a so that the probability state of the neighboring game machine can be displayed. The predetermined condition is, for example, that a predetermined time is reached or that a predetermined period has elapsed since the end of the special gaming state. When the player operates to touch the display (touch operation), as shown in FIG. 49B, the position of the gaming machine in the high probability state from the own gaming machine is displayed.

  As a result, it is possible to provide an unprecedented effect that information on the probability state of the own gaming machine and other gaming machines can be obtained based on the player's operation, and it is possible to change the effect related to the game, Can improve the interests.

[Frame display device effect processing]
In order to perform the control as described above, the process shown in FIG. 50 is performed in the frame display device effect process (step B30) in the first main process. In this frame display device effect process, first, a character movement process (step B211) for performing a process related to the character movement operation as shown in FIG. 45 is performed, and a process for exchanging the effect version as shown in FIG. 46 is performed. An effect version exchange process (step B212) is performed. Thereafter, a music selection process (step B213) for performing processing related to selection and provision of music that can be reproduced during the game as shown in FIG. 47 is performed, and processing related to confirmation of the probability state as shown in FIG. 48 and FIG. Is performed (step B214), and the frame display device effect process is terminated.

[Character movement processing]
FIG. 51 shows the character movement process in the frame display device effect process. In this character movement process, it is first determined whether or not there is a character flick operation (step B221). The character flick operation is an operation in which the player rubs the character 80 toward an adjacent gaming machine as shown in FIG. If there is no character flick operation, it is determined whether a character movement request command has been received (step B223). If there is a character flick operation (step B221; Yes), a character movement request command is transmitted to the table to be moved (step B222), and it is determined whether the character movement request command has been received (step B223).

  If a character movement request command has not been received (step B223; No), it is determined whether a character movement completion command has been received (step B227). When a character movement request command is received (step B223; Yes), it is determined whether or not a character can be accepted (step B224). If the character cannot be accepted (step B224; No), it is determined whether a character movement completion command has been received (step B227). In this case, the character is not moved. If the character can be accepted (step B224; Yes), the character is displayed on the display device (step B225), a character movement completion command is transmitted to the movement base (step B226), and the character movement is completed. It is determined whether a command has been received (step B227). As a result, as shown in FIG. 45C, the character is displayed on the display device 41 at the movement destination.

  If the character movement completion command has not been received (step B227; No), the character movement process is terminated. If a character movement completion command is received (step B227; Yes), the character is deleted from the frame display device (step B228), and the character movement process is terminated. As a result, as shown in FIG. 45C, the character is erased from the frame display device 28a as the movement source.

[Direction exchange process]
FIG. 52 shows the effect version exchange process in the frame display device effect process. In this effect version exchange process, first, it is determined whether there is an effect version exchange operation (step B231). The effect version exchanging operation is an operation to rub the display 81 indicating the effect version toward the exchange-destination gaming machine as shown in FIG. If there is no effect version exchange operation (step B231; No), it is determined whether or not an effect version exchange request command has been received (step B233). When there is an effect version exchange operation (step B231; Yes), an effect version exchange request command is transmitted to the platform to be exchanged (step B232), and it is determined whether the effect version exchange request command has been received (step B233). ). The effect version exchange request command includes information on the effect version set in the game machine.

  If the effect version exchange request command has not been received (step B233; No), it is determined whether the exchange period timer has expired (step B236). When the effect version exchange request command is received (step B233; Yes), it is determined whether the effect version can be exchanged (step B234). If the production version is not exchangeable (step B234; No), it is determined whether the exchange period timer has expired (step B236). In this case, the production version is not exchanged. If the effect version can be exchanged (step B234; Yes), an exchange period timer is set (step B235), and it is determined whether the exchange period timer has expired (step B236).

  The exchange period timer is a timer that counts a period of time for waiting for the production version exchange operation to be performed in the other gaming machine when the production version exchange operation is performed in one game machine. If this exchange period timer has expired (step B236; Yes), it is determined whether or not an effect version exchange completion command has been received (step B240). In this case, the production version is not exchanged. If the replacement period timer has not expired (step B236; No), it is determined whether there is a production version replacement operation (step B238).

  When there is no production version exchange operation (step B238; No), it is determined whether or not a production version exchange completion command command has been received (step B240). If there is a production version exchange operation (step B238; Yes), a production version based on the production version exchange request command is set (step B238), and a production version exchange completion command is transmitted to the platform of the movement source ( Step B239), it is determined whether or not a production version exchange completion command command has been received (Step B240). The effect version exchange completion command includes information on the effect version set in the game machine.

  When the effect version exchange completion command has not been received (step B240; No), the effect version exchange process is terminated. When the effect version exchange completion command is received (step B240; Yes), the effect version based on the effect version exchange completion command is set (step B241), and the effect version exchange process is terminated. Thereby, the exchange of the effect version is completed as shown in FIG.

  In view of the above, the production operation means (frame display unit 28) that can be operated by the player is provided, and the production control means (production control device 300) is the production set by the game machine based on the operation of the production operation means. The version can be exchanged for a production version set on another gaming machine.

[Music selection process]
FIG. 53 shows a music selection process in the frame display device effect process. In this music selection process, first, it is determined whether there is a music selection operation (step B251). The music selection operation is an operation (touch operation) such that the player touches the music display 83 to be played out of the display 83 showing the currently selectable music displayed as shown in FIG. . If there is no music selection operation (step B251; No), it is determined whether there is a music provision operation (step B253). If there is a music selection operation (step B251; Yes), the selected music is set as a game ball music (step B252), and it is determined whether there is a music provision operation (step B253). In other words, the production control device 300 serves as a music selection means that allows a music that can be reproduced during a game to be selected from a plurality of music based on the operation of the production operation means (the frame display unit 28).

  As shown in FIG. 47 (b), the music providing operation is an operation for rubbing the display 83 of the music to be provided toward the game machine that is the offer destination. When there is no music provision operation (step B253; No), it is determined whether a music provision command is received (step B255). If there is a music provision operation (step B253; Yes), a music provision command is transmitted to the platform to be provided (step B253), and it is determined whether the music provision command has been received (step B255). The music providing command includes information on the music provided.

  If the music provision command has not been received (step B255; No), it is determined whether a music provision completion command has been received (step B259). When the music providing command is received (step B255; Yes), it is determined whether the music is already selectable by the game machine (step B256). If the music is already selectable by the game machine (step B256; Yes), it is determined whether a music provision completion command has been received (step B259). In this case, music is not provided. If the music is not already selectable by the game machine (step B256; No), the music is set as a selectable music based on the music provision command (step B257), and the music provision completion command is sent to the provider base. Is transmitted (step B258), and it is determined whether or not a music provision completion command is received (step B259).

  When the music provision completion command has not been received (step B259; No), the music selection process ends. When the music provision completion command is received (step B259; Yes), the music is deleted from the selectable music (step B260), and the music selection process is terminated. Thereby, the provision of the selectable music is completed as shown in FIG. In other words, the effect control device 300 serves as selectable music transfer means that allows other game machines to select music that can be selected by the own game machine based on the operation of the effect operation means.

  From the above, the player is provided with the production operation means (the frame display unit 28) that can be operated by the player, and the production control means (production control device 300) plays a plurality of music that can be reproduced during the game based on the operation of the production operation means. The music selection means (production control device 300) that can be selected from the music pieces, the selectable music setting means (production control device 300) that sets the music that can be selected by the music selection means, and the operation of the production operation means On the basis of this, a selectable music transfer means (production control device 300) that enables selection of the music that can be selected by the own game machine with another game machine is provided.

[Probability confirmation process]
FIG. 54 shows the probability confirmation process in the frame display device effect process. In this probability confirmation process, first, it is determined whether or not there is a probability confirmation operation (step B271). The probability confirmation operation is an operation to rub the display 84 suggesting the probability state toward the game machine to be confirmed as shown in FIG. If there is no probability confirmation operation (step B271; No), it is determined whether a probability confirmation command has been received (step B273). If there is a probability confirmation operation (step B271; Yes), a probability confirmation command is transmitted to the table to be confirmed (step B272), and it is determined whether the probability confirmation command has been received (step B273).

  When the probability confirmation command has not been received (step B273; No), the probability confirmation process is terminated. When a probability confirmation command is received (step B273; Yes), it is determined whether the probability confirmation is possible (step B274). When the probability confirmation is not possible (step B274; No), the probability confirmation process is terminated. When the probability confirmation is possible (step B274; Yes), the probability confirmation display is displayed on the frame display device (step B275), and the probability confirmation process is terminated. As a result, as shown in FIG. 48 (c), a display 84 indicating the probability state is displayed on the frame display device 28a of the game machine to be confirmed.

[Probability confirmation process]
FIG. 55 shows a probability confirmation process in the frame display device effect process when the probability state notification as shown in FIG. 49 is performed. In this probability confirmation process, it is first determined whether or not there is a probability confirmation operation (step B281). In this case, the probability confirmation operation is an operation (touch operation) so as to touch a display 85 that can display the probability state of a nearby gaming machine, as shown in FIG. If there is no probability confirmation operation (step B281; No), the probability confirmation process is terminated. When there is a probability confirmation operation (step B281; Yes), a probability confirmation display is displayed on the frame display device (step B282), and the probability confirmation process is terminated. As a result, as shown in FIG. 49 (b), the probability state of the neighboring gaming machine is displayed.

  From the above, the display device (display device 41, frame display device 28a) for displaying information related to the game, and the effect operation means (frame display unit 28) that can be operated by the player, the probability state notification means ( The effect control device 300) can display information on the probability state of the own gaming machine or other gaming machines belonging to the group that has transmitted / received the probability state information on the display device based on the operation of the effect operating means.

  In the above-described embodiment, various effects are performed by transmitting and receiving control information to and from adjacent game machines, but effects other than those listed here can also be performed. For example, the display mode on the display device 41 may be changed according to the number of operating units in the group. Changing the display mode of the display device 41 means, for example, that the viewpoint of the background image displayed on the display device 41 is higher (the view is better) as the number of operating devices is larger. Further, a display indicating a probability state may be performed as the number of operating units increases. By doing in this way, it is possible to perform an unprecedented effect that the effect changes depending on the number of players who are playing the game, it is possible to change the effect related to the game, and improve the interest of the game be able to.

  That is, a display device 41 for displaying information related to the game is provided, and the transmission means (adjacent base output unit 321 and effect control device 300) can transmit the operation information of the own game machine to the effect control means of other gaming machines. The receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, production control device 300) can receive operation information from other gaming machines, and the production control means (production control device 300) is based on the received operation information. The display mode of the display device 41 may be changed.

  Further, the result of the special figure hold information determination process (prefetch process) may be notified by an adjacent gaming machine. For example, in the case where there are four start memories and the start memory for executing the fourth special figure variation display game is a big hit, first, “3” is set at the start of the special figure variation display game based on the first start memory. The external input sound is output from the game machine three points ahead from the own game machine. After that, at the start of the special figure variation display game based on the second start memory, the external input sound of “2” is output from the game machine two ahead from the own game machine, and the special figure variation display based on the third start memory. At the start of the game, an external input sound of “1” is output from the gaming machine adjacent to the game machine. Then, by outputting a “0” sound from the game machine at the start of the special figure variation display game based on the fourth start memory that is a big hit, an effect is made so that the countdown sound approaches from a distant table. Anyway.

  Also, externally input sound and music that can be played during the game are output by a sound source stored in advance in the gaming machine, but when the game machine to be output does not store the corresponding sound source, Sound source data may be transmitted. That is, the production control means (production control device 300) receives the sound source data from the transmission means (adjacent base output unit 321 and production control device 300) that can transmit the sound source data to other game machines and the other game machines. Possible receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, effect control device 300), and sound may be output based on sound source data received by the receiving means.

  Further, although the SSG sound source and the AMM sound source are used as the sound source, other sound sources may be used, such as a PSG (Programmable Sound Generator) sound source, an ADPCM sound source, a PCM sound source, an AMM sound source, a DAC sound source, and an MP3 sound source. Other types of sound sources or methods can be used.

  In addition, as shown in FIGS. 56 and 57, the present invention can also be applied to a pachislot machine. As shown in FIG. 56, each pachislot machine 10 is provided with a setting ambiguity notification LED 90 so that information on the probability state of the group to which the pachislot machine that has transmitted / received the probability state information belongs is notified.

  FIG. 57 shows an example of a table for the pachislot machine 10 set as the master to select the notification mode. As shown in FIG. 57 (a), in this pachislot machine 10, a plurality of probability settings with different probability states of occurrence of a special game state are set, and one of six probability settings is operated by a clerk of a game store. Can be set. Then, the setting 1 to 3 is set to a low setting, and the setting 4 to 6 is set to a high setting, and information on the probability state of the group is notified. The notification mode is based on a light emission color table for selecting a light emission color of the setting ambiguous notification LED 90 that suggests and notifies the probability state based on the total number of connected units and the high set number, as shown in FIG. 57 (b). Selected. In addition, TBL1 to 7 in FIG.57 (b) are TBL1 to 7 shown in FIG.41 (b) to (h).

  As a result, not only pachinko machines, but also pachislot machines can provide information about the probability status of groups, making it possible to give an unprecedented notification, and can change the effects related to games, improving the fun of gaming. can do. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

  Note that the display device 91 that displays information related to a game provided in the pachislot machine shown in FIG. 56 may notify information related to the probability state of the group. Moreover, you may make it output the audio | voice based on the sound data transmitted / received within the group.

  From the above, the probability setting means (game control device 100) can select any one of the probability settings by operating the game store clerk out of a plurality of probability settings having different probability states of occurrence of the special gaming state. Yes, the transmission means (adjacent base output unit 321 and effect control device 300) can transmit the probability setting selected by the own game machine as the probability state information to the effect control means of other game machines, and the group probability Based on the probability state information received by the receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, effect control device 300), the state notification means (effect control device 300) relates to the probability setting of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs. Information is reported.

  The gaming machine 10 as described above has a game control means (game control device 100) for controlling the progress of the game, and an effect of a variable display game for variably displaying a plurality of identification information based on command information from the game control means. A game machine capable of generating a special game state that is advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of the variable display game. A probability setting means (game control device 100) for setting a probability state of at least one of a normal probability state and a high probability state higher than the normal probability state, and the effect control means is a probability of storing the probability state. State memory means (effect control device 300), probability state notification means (effect control device 300) for notifying the probability state, and special games set by the own game machine with respect to the effect control means of other gaming machines Transmission means (adjacent stand output unit 321, presentation control device 300) capable of transmitting probability state information that is information on the occurrence probability of a state, and receiving means (adjacent stand input) capable of receiving probability state information from other gaming machines And the probability state notification means, based on the probability state information received by the reception means, notifies information on the probability state of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs. Group probability state notification means (production control device 300).

  Therefore, an unprecedented notification of notifying information on the probability state of the group can be performed, and the effect relating to the game can be changed, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

  In addition, the group probability state notification means (effect control device 300) includes notification mode determination means (effect control device 300) that determines the notification mode according to the proportion of gaming machines in the group that are in a high probability state.

  Therefore, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

  In addition, when the gaming machine in the group starts operation, the reporting mode determining means (the effect control device 300) determines the reporting mode based on the proportion of gaming machines that are in a high probability state in the remaining gaming machines. .

  Therefore, since it can be estimated whether the gaming machine which started the game by the change of an alerting | reporting mode is a high probability state, the operation rate of the vacant stand in a group can be improved.

  Further, the group probability state notification means (production control device 300) ends the notification on the own gaming machine when another gaming machine in the group starts operation.

  Therefore, it is possible to make it impossible to guess whether or not the gaming machine that has started the game is in a high probability state due to a change in the notification mode, and to increase the player's expectation.

  Further, the notification mode determining means (the effect control device 300) is a case where the own gaming machine is in a high probability state and is in a non-operating state, and the adjacent gaming machine is displayed in a predetermined number of times in a normal probability state. When the game is executed, it is notified that the game machine is in a high probability state.

  Therefore, an unprecedented notification of notifying that an adjacent vacant stand is in a high-probability state can be performed, and the effects related to the game can be changed, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied, and to give a willingness to continue the game.

  Further, the probability setting means (game control device 100) sets the state of the probability of occurrence of the special game state after the end of the special game state based on the result mode that triggered the occurrence of the special game state, and the group probability The state notification means (production control device 300) does not perform notification until a predetermined period elapses after the special gaming state ends.

  Therefore, when the probability state after the end of the special gaming state is not clearly notified, it is impossible to infer whether or not the gaming machine is in a high probability state due to a change in the notification mode of the information regarding the probability state of the group. Can expect people's expectations.

  Further, the probability setting means (game control device 100) can select any one of probability settings by operation of a clerk of the game store from among a plurality of probability settings having different probability states that a special gaming state will occur. The means (adjacent base output unit 321 and effect control device 300) can transmit the probability setting selected by the own game machine as the probability state information to the effect control means of other gaming machines, and the group probability state notification means Based on the probability state information received by the receiving means (adjacent base input unit 322, effect control device 300), the (effect control device 300) notifies information related to the probability setting of the group to which the gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs. Like to do.

  Therefore, not only pachinko machines, but also pachislot machines can provide information about the probability status of a group, which can be reported in an unprecedented manner, and the effects related to games can be changed, thereby improving the interest of the game. be able to. In addition, a player can select a gaming machine by observing the entire group rather than viewing only one gaming machine as before, and the range of selection is widened. Furthermore, if you think there is a high-probability gaming machine, you can walk around the group and try it out.

  In addition, the apparatus includes a display device (display device 41, frame display device 28a) for displaying information related to the game, and an effect operation means (frame display unit 28) that can be operated by the player, and a probability state notification means (effect control device). 300) can display information on the probability state of the own gaming machine or other gaming machines belonging to the group that has transmitted / received the probability state information based on the operation of the effect operation means on the display device.

  Therefore, based on the player's operation, it is possible to produce an unprecedented effect that information on the probability state of the own game machine and other game machines can be obtained, and it is possible to change the effect related to the game, Interest can be improved.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above embodiment as a gaming machine, and for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use this game ball.

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

10 gaming machine 28 frame display unit (production operation means)
28a Frame display device (display device)
41 display device 100 game control device (game control means, probability setting means)
300 effect control device (effect control means, probability state storage means, probability state notification means, transmission means, reception means, group probability state notification means, notification mode determination means)
321 Adjacent stand output unit (transmission means)
322 Adjacent table input unit (reception means)

Claims (8)

Game control means for controlling the progress of a game, and effect control means for effect control of a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information based on command information from the game control means. In a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player in relation to the result mode of
Probability setting means for setting the state of the probability of occurrence of the special gaming state to at least one of a normal probability state and a high probability state higher than the normal probability state,
The production control means includes
A probability state storage means for storing the probability state;
A probability state notifying means for notifying the probability state;
Transmitting means capable of transmitting probability state information which is information on the probability of occurrence of the special gaming state set in the own gaming machine with respect to the effect control means of other gaming machines;
Receiving means capable of receiving the probability state information from other gaming machines,
The probability state notification means includes:
A gaming machine comprising group probability state notifying means for notifying information on a probability state of a group to which a gaming machine that has transmitted and received the probability state information belongs based on the probability state information received by the receiving means. The group probability state notification means includes:
The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising a notification mode determination unit that determines a notification mode based on a ratio of the gaming machines in the group that are in the high probability state. The notification mode determination means includes
The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein when a gaming machine in the group starts operation, a notification mode is determined according to a ratio of gaming machines in the high probability state in the remaining gaming machines. The group probability state notification means includes:
3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein when other gaming machines in the group start operation, the notification in the own gaming machine is terminated. The notification mode determination means includes
When the game machine is in the high probability state and in a non-operating state, and the adjacent game machine has executed the variable display game a predetermined number of times in the normal probability state, the game machine is The gaming machine according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that the high probability state is notified. The probability setting means sets the state of the probability that the special gaming state will occur after the end of the special gaming state, based on the result mode that triggered the occurrence of the special gaming state,
The group probability state notification means includes:
6. The gaming machine according to claim 5, wherein the notification is not performed until a predetermined period elapses after the special gaming state ends. The probability setting means is capable of selecting any one of the probability settings by an operation of a clerk of a game store from a plurality of probability settings having different probability states in which the special gaming state occurs,
The transmission means can transmit the probability setting selected by the game machine to the effect control means of another gaming machine as the probability state information.
The group probability state notification means includes:
6. Information on the probability setting of a group to which a gaming machine that has transmitted / received the probability state information belongs is notified based on the probability state information received by the receiving unit. Game machines. A display device for displaying information about the game;
Production operation means that can be operated by the player,
The probability state notification means includes:
2. The display device can display information related to a probability state of the own gaming machine or another gaming machine belonging to the group that has transmitted / received the probability state information based on an operation of the effect operation means. The gaming machine according to any one of 1 to 7.

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