JP2013150898A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To eliminate a conflict between a bodily sensation of a player in a probability variable latent mode and actual control, and to improve entertainment of a game.SOLUTION: A performance mode is transited to a lateral mode with an effect that there arises an abrupt probability variable jackpot (without time-shortening) or small winning as a turning point. When the number of times of variations is not smaller than a prescribed number of times compared with the case that the number of times of variations after the performance mode is controlled to a latent mode is smaller than the prescribed number of times (for example, 30 times), each transition lottery performance (strong performance in which a background color at fade-out becomes white) which is high in a probability that a background is demoted (performance mode is demoted to a normal mode) is executed at a high probability. By this arrangement, a conflict between a bodily sensation of a player in which a probability that a game is controlled to a probability variable state is low and actual control is eliminated.

Description

  The present invention has variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified based on the establishment of the starting condition, and the game result is determined by deriving the display result to the variable display means. In addition, the present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a specific gaming result.

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

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

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

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

  In such a gaming machine, whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state (a high probability gaming state with an increased probability of jackpot) as an effect mode when the symbol variation display is performed after the jackpot game ends. There is what is configured to suggest that the gaming state is a probabilistic state by controlling to a concealing concealment mode (also referred to as a probability variation latent mode) and changing the appearance rate of a specific notice effect during the concealment mode ( For example, see Patent Document 1).

JP 2008-18020 A (FIG. 6 etc.)

  In the gaming machine described in the above-mentioned Patent Document 1, when a big hit does not occur for a long time after being controlled to the probability variation latent mode, most of the players consider that the probability variation state is not latent. In this case, if the appearance rate of the notice effect in the probability variation latency mode is not changed, the notice effect is executed at a certain appearance rate even though the player thinks that the probability variation state is not latent, There is a problem that a discrepancy occurs between a player's sensation (recognition) and actual control.

  In view of the above, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can eliminate the discrepancy between the player's sensation and actual control in the probability variation latent mode and improve the interest of the game.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention has a plurality of types of identification information (each of which can be identified based on the establishment of the start condition (for example, a game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14)). For example, a variable display means (for example, special symbol indicators 8a and 8b) for variably displaying special symbols is provided, and a game result (for example, for example, a stop symbol) is derived from the variable display means. A game machine that determines a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) advantageous to the player when the game result becomes a specific game result (for example, a big hit). The gaming state in which information is variably displayed is a predetermined gaming state (for example, a normal state), a gaming state in which the predetermined gaming state and the establishment condition of the starting condition are common, and is controlled to a specific gaming state rather than the predetermined gaming state. Gaming state control means (for example, steps S145, S171A, S171B, S172A in the gaming control microcomputer 560) for controlling to one gaming state among a plurality of gaming states including an advantageous gaming state (for example, a probability variation state) that is likely to be played As a production mode in which the identification information is variably displayed, a normal production mode that is easily controlled when the gaming state is a predetermined gaming state (for example, a normal mode), and a gaming state that is an advantageous gaming state A means for controlling to one of a plurality of effect modes including a specific effect mode that is easy to control (for example, a latent mode), and at least a specific transition condition is satisfied (for example, sudden probability change big hit ( Production mode control means for controlling to a specific production mode based on the fact that there is no shortage) Steps S618B, S636, and S828 in the production control microcomputer 100) and execution frequency counting means for counting the number of executions (for example, the number of fluctuations) of variable display of the identification information after being controlled to the specific performance mode. For example, when the production control microcomputer 100 is controlled to the specific production mode by the production mode control unit and the production mode control unit, the production mode control unit controls the normal production mode. Suggestion effect selection means (for example, a part for executing steps S826 and S827 in the effect control microcomputer 100) for selecting an suggestion effect (for example, each transition lottery effect) from among a plurality of types, and during variable display of identification information The suggestion effect selected by the suggestion effect selection means is executed. A suggestion effect execution means to be executed (for example, a portion for executing step S1845 in the effect control microcomputer 100), and a plurality of types of suggestion effects are executed by the effect mode control means after being executed by the suggestion effect execution means. A high-probability suggestion effect (for example, a strong effect in which the background color is white when fading out) has a high probability of controlling to the normal effect mode, and a low-probability suggestion effect (for example, the probability of controlling to the normal effect mode is lower than the high-probability effect effect) When the number of executions counted by the execution number counting means is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, 30 times), the suggestion effect selecting means is less than the predetermined number of times. A higher probability suggesting effect is selected at a higher rate (for example, 30 times or more than when the number of changes is less than 30 in step S827 When the ratio to perform the strong effect on the allocate determination value to the fade-out time of the background color selection table so as to be higher, see FIG. 43) that is characterized. According to such a configuration, if the number of executions of the variable display after being controlled to the specific effect mode is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the high-probability suggestion effect having a high probability of being controlled to the normal effect mode is executed at a high rate. Therefore, the discrepancy between the player's experience (recognition) that is unlikely to be controlled in the advantageous gaming state and the actual control (the content of the suggested performance executed with high probability) As a result, the interest of the game can be improved.

  The suggestion effect executing means changes the effect mode of the suggestion effect according to the number of executions counted by the execution number counting means (for example, when the number of fluctuations is less than 30 times, a sound effect sounds at the time of fade-out and the number of fluctuations is 30 times In the above case, the sound effect may not be generated at the time of fade-out). According to such a structure, the suggestion effect of the effect mode according to the player's sensation can be executed, and the interest of the game can be further improved.

  When the first transition condition is satisfied (for example, suddenly probable big hit is determined in step S73), it is controlled to a first specific gaming state (for example, two rounds of sudden probable big hit gaming state) that gives a predetermined amount of game value. When the second transition condition is satisfied (for example, the probability variation big hit is determined in step S73), the second specific gaming state (for example, the probability variation big hit of 15 rounds) that gives a larger amount of game value than the first specific gaming state. The gaming state control means controls to the advantageous gaming state (for example, the probability variation state) based on the establishment of the first transition condition, and the effect mode control means includes the first gaming state control means. Based on the fact that one of a plurality of specific transition conditions including the transition condition is satisfied (for example, the small hit is determined in step S62), the specific effect mode (for example, the latent mode) is controlled. (For example, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the production mode flag indicating the latent mode based on the fact that the display control designation command for designating the sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction) or the small hit is received in step S618B). It may be configured. According to such a configuration, expectation for occurrence of the first specific gaming state can be given, and expectation for being controlled to the advantageous gaming state even if the first specific gaming state has not occurred. Can be made.

  The background images (for example, backgrounds A to C) that can be displayed on the variable display means when controlled to the specific effect mode are background images (for example, normal) that can be displayed on the variable display means when controlled to the normal effect mode. A plurality of types (for example, three types) of background images that can be displayed on the variable display means when being controlled to the specific effect mode, and are controlled to the specific effect mode by the effect mode control means. Even if the suggestion effect is executed by the suggestion effect execution means, the background image switching means (for example, effect control) switches the background image based on the execution of the suggestion effect when the effect mode control means does not control the normal effect mode. The part which performs step S826 and S1845 in the microcomputer 100 for operation) may be provided. According to such a structure, the variation of the production during control of specific production mode can increase, and the interest of a game can be improved.

  Notice effect selecting means for selecting from among a plurality of kinds of notice effects for notifying that a game result may be a specific game result (for example, a part for executing step S1802 in the effect control microcomputer 100); A notice effect execution means for executing the notice effect selected by the notice effect selection means (for example, a part for executing step S1848 in the effect control microcomputer 100), and a specific transition condition is established as the normal effect mode. The first normal production mode (for example, the first normal mode) that can be controlled to the specific production mode by the production mode control means even if it is not, and if the specific transition condition is not established, the production mode control means switches to the specific production mode. A second normal performance mode that cannot be controlled (for example, the second normal mode) is provided, and a preview effect is provided. The selection means selects the notice effect at a different ratio between when it is controlled to the first normal effect mode and when it is controlled to the second normal effect mode (for example, in the continuous notice distribution table, the first normal effect mode is selected). The determination values may be distributed so that the notice effect is executed at a different rate in the mode and in the second normal mode). According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a sense of expectation that the game state is controlled to the advantageous gaming state by paying attention to the appearance ratio of the notice effect even when the normal effect mode is controlled.

  The effect mode control means is controlled in the specific effect mode by the effect mode control means, regardless of whether the gaming state when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped is a predetermined gaming state or an advantageous gaming state. Instead, it may be configured to control to the second normal effect mode (for example, execute step S636) when power supply to the gaming machine is started. According to such a configuration, it is difficult to recognize which production mode is controlled when power supply to the gaming machine is started, and it is possible to prevent excessive gambling.

  Based on the establishment of the first start condition (for example, winning in the first start winning opening 13), a plurality of types of first identification information (for example, first special symbols) that can be distinguished from each other are variably displayed. Based on variable display means (for example, the first special symbol display 8a) and establishment of the second starting condition (for example, winning to the second starting winning port 14), a plurality of types of second that can be distinguished from each other. 2nd display means (for example, 2nd special symbol display device 8b) which performs variable display of the identification information (for example, 2nd special symbol), and a display result on the 1st variable display means or the 2nd variable display means A game machine that determines a game result by deriving and transitioning to a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) advantageous to the player when the game result becomes a specific game result (for example, a big hit) Based on the establishment of the first start condition Based on the first hold storage means for storing the right to perform variable display of the first identification information (for example, the part executing step S212A in the game control microcomputer 560) and the second start condition is established, the second The second hold storage means for storing the right to perform variable display of the identification information (for example, the part for executing step S212B in the game control microcomputer 560) and the execution of variable display of the identification information based on the right are started. Sometimes, a pre-determining means for determining whether or not a game result is a specific game result (for example, a part for executing step S61 in the game control microcomputer 560), and at least a frequency of establishment of the second start condition and / or Or in a high-frequency state (for example, a high base state) in which the frequency of performing variable display of the second identification information is increased. When the right is stored in both the first hold storage unit and the second hold storage unit, the variable display of the second identification information is performed with priority over the variable display of the first identification information. Display control means (for example, a part for executing steps S52 to S54 in the game control microcomputer 560), and the predetermining means uses the first specific game result (for example, two rounds of sudden probability change as the specific game result). Big hit) or a second specific game result (for example, a probable big hit of 15 rounds) that is more advantageous than the first specific game state is determined. In a high-frequency state, the game result becomes the second specific game result. The game is controlled after the transition to the specific gaming state (for example, the 15-round probability variation big hit gaming state) is completed (for example, step S171 when Y in step S170). A, S171B are executed), and the predetermining means further determines the first specific game as the specific game result at a higher rate when the first start condition is satisfied than when the second start condition is satisfied. (For example, in the determination of the big hit type in step S73, the ratio of the big hit type determination table for the second special symbol suddenly becomes a probable change big hit than the big hit type determination table for the first special symbol) The determination value may be set to be lower). According to such a configuration, the player can be prevented from being discouraged in a high-frequency state, and the profit of the player can be increased.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in a main board | substrate performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the effect process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation | designated command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display in case it transfers to a latent mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the background image in latent mode, and a probability change expectation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the roaring effect (each transfer lottery effect) in a latent mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of an accessory fall effect. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation setting process in latent mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation selection table in latent mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the effect selection table in normal mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows a background selection table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a background color selection table at the time of fade-out. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous notice allocation table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a continuous notice allocation table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the handling when the fluctuation | variation display of a 2nd special symbol interrupts when performing the continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production | presentation aspect of a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production | presentation aspect of a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production | presentation aspect of a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production | presentation aspect of a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production | presentation aspect of a pseudo | simulation ream. It is explanatory drawing which shows the execution timing of a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the effect timing in the case of interrupting a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the effect timing in the case of interrupting a continuous notice effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the allocation state of the determination value in the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the other example of the allocation state of the determination value in the fluctuation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the further another example of the allocation state of the determination value in the variation pattern classification determination table for deviation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the allocation state of the judgment value in the fluctuation pattern classification judgment table for deviation when it sees paying attention also to the fluctuation pattern classification including the fluctuation pattern with a pseudo-continuity as a fluctuation pattern other than the fluctuation pattern with a super reach. is there. It is explanatory drawing which shows the allocation state of the determination value in the variation pattern classification judgment table for deviation | shift when it sees paying attention also to the variation pattern classification containing the variation pattern with a pseudo | simulation series. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of allocation in the range to which the variation pattern classification with super reach is allocated.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In the center of the upper portion of the effect display device 9 on the game board 6, a star shape is configured to be movable downward (on the screen of the effect display device 9, that is, before the screen of the effect display device 9 as viewed from the player). The accessory 200 is provided. The accessory 200 plays a role of notifying that the accessory fall effect is effective by moving downward when the accessory fall effect (see FIG. 30) described later is being executed. . Note that an LED or the like is incorporated in the accessory 200 and is configured to light up when the accessory 200 is moving (operating).

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, the display screen of the effect display device 9 is provided with a first reserved memory display unit 18c for displaying the first reserved memory number and a second reserved memory display unit 18d for displaying the second reserved memory number. . In addition, you may make it provide the area | region (sum total pending | holding memory display part) which displays the total number (sum total pending memory count) which is the sum total of the 1st pending memory count and the 2nd pending memory count. As described above, if the summation pending storage display section for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that are not satisfied with the variable display start condition.

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

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

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

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when the lamp is lit). . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having four indicators (for example, LEDs) for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of indicators that are lit is reduced by one.

  In this embodiment, in the short time state (time shortened state), which is a gaming state in which the variable symbol display time is shortened, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased and a variable prize is awarded. The opening time of the ball device 15 is lengthened and the number of times of opening is increased. That is, the game ball is controlled to be in a high base state that is controlled so as to make it easier for the game ball to start and win (that is, the variable display execution conditions in the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9 are easily established). Transition. In this embodiment, when a predetermined transition condition is established, a probability variation state (that is, a gaming state with a high probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state and the short time state) and a short time state ( In other words, the game is shifted to a short time state of probability change, which is a gaming state in which the variable symbol variable display time is shortened compared to the normal state and the probability change state. Even in the short time of probability change, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 is lengthened, and the number of times of opening is increased. In other words, the game ball shifts to a high base state, which is a game state that is controlled so as to make it easier to start and win.

  As described above, in the short-time state and the short-time state of the probability change, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 is lengthened and the number of times of opening is increased, but there is a probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol. By performing the shift control to the normal symbol probability changing state to be raised, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is further increased. Therefore, if the normal symbol probability changing state is entered, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are further increased, and a state in which a start winning is easily made (high base state) is achieved. It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

  It should be noted that, in the probability changing time-short state or the time-shorting state, the normal symbol display unit 10 may shift to the normal symbol time-short state in which the normal symbol change time (variable display period) is shortened. In the normal symbol short-time state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the variation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, when the frequency that the normal symbol is won increases, the frequency that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state increases, and the start winning state becomes easy (high base state).

  In addition, since the variation time of the special symbol and the production symbol is shortened in the short-time state and the short-time state of the probability change, an effective start winning is likely to occur and the possibility of playing a big hit game is increased.

  Furthermore, by making transitions to all the states shown above (open extended state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state), it will be easier to win a start (shift to a high base state). May be. In addition, it is easier to win a start (high base) by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). Transition to a state).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S33 (excluding step S29) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

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

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

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

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

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

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, the non-reach PA 1-1 to the non-reach are used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect design is “non-reach”. A variation pattern of reach PA1-4 is prepared. Further, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are variations patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 and super PB3-1 to super PB3-2 are prepared. As shown in FIG. 6, the re-variation is performed twice for the non-reach PA 1-4 variation pattern that is used when not reaching and has a pseudo-continuous effect. Of the variation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-1 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed three times. Furthermore, when using super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 among the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition effects, re-variation is performed four times.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2− are the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol (excluding the sudden probability variable big hit symbol). 4, fluctuation patterns of normal PB2-3 to normal PB2-4, super PA3-3 to super PA3-4, super PB3-3 to super PB3-4 are prepared. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, when using normal PB2-3 among the fluctuation patterns used when reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-continuous, re-change is performed twice. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed three times. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, re-variation is performed four times.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, special PG 1-1 to special PG 1-1 are used as a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol suddenly becomes a probable large hit symbol (crash symbol) or a small hit symbol. A variation pattern of PG1-3 is prepared. Also, as shown in FIG. 6, special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 variation patterns are prepared as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol suddenly becomes a probable big hit symbol (probability symbol). Yes. Note that the change pattern of the special PG 1-3 used in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects is re-changed twice.

  In this embodiment, a normal mode, a latent mode, and a probability change mode are provided as the effect modes in which the effect display device 9 changes (variably displays) the effect symbols. The normal mode is an effect mode when the game state is shifted to the normal state or the probability change state, and the latent mode is an effect mode when the game state is shifted to the normal state or the probability change state. This is an effect mode that indicates that there is a high possibility that the state is shifted to the probability variation state. The probability change mode is an effect mode (effect mode for determining the probability change) when the gaming state is shifted to the probability change time short state.

  Here, when the change is executed based on the change pattern of the special PG 1-1 to the special PG 1-3 shown in FIG. 6, the player cannot recognize whether the sudden change is a big hit or a small hit (or It is difficult to recognize), and the player recognizes whether the game state has changed to the normal state or the probability change state by suddenly changing to the latent mode as the production mode after the end of the probability change big hit game or the small hit game Cannot (or is difficult to recognize). On the other hand, when the variation is executed based on the variation pattern of the special PG 2-1 to the special PG 2-2 shown in FIG. 6, the player can recognize that the sudden probability variation big hit has occurred, By shifting to the probability change mode as the effect mode after the game is over, the player can recognize that the game state has been shifted to the probability change time short state.

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

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of a probable big hit, a normal CA3-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, and a variation pattern with normal reach and pseudo-continuity are included. It is classified into normal CA3-2 which is a variation pattern type, and super CA3-3 and super CA3-4 which are variation pattern types with super reach. Further, in the case of a normal big hit, a normal CA3-1 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach, a normal CA3-2 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and pseudo-continuity, It is classified into super CA 3-4 which is a variation pattern type with super reach. In addition, in the case of sudden probability variation big hit, it is classified into special CA4-1 that is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and special CA4-2 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with reach. ing. Further, in the case of small hits, it is classified into special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern. Further, in the case of a deviation, it is a non-reach CA 2-1 that is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with no reach and a specific effect, and a variation pattern type that includes a change pattern with a specific effect without a reach. Non-reach CA2-2, non-reach CA2-3 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of shortened variation without reach and specific effects, and normal CA2-4 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach Normal CA2-5 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and three re-variation pseudo-continuations and Normal CA2 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and two re-variation pseudo-continuations -6 and super CA2-7 which is a variation pattern type with super reach Are the type divided into.

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

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

  8B and 8C are explanatory diagrams showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The small hit determination table includes a small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) used when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and a small hit determination table used when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. (For the second special symbol). Each value described in FIG. 8B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol), the values shown in FIG. Each numerical value listed is set. Moreover, the numerical values described in FIGS. 8B and 8C are small hit determination values.

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

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/300. On the other hand, when using the small hit determination table (second special symbol), a case where the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the first start winning opening 13 and the first special symbol variation display is executed, the start winning prize is given to the second starting winning prize slot 14 and the second special symbol is displayed. The ratio determined as “small hit” is higher than when the variable display is executed.

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

  The jackpot type determination table 131a indicates that when the variable display result is determined to be a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type is determined based on a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type. ”,“ Sudden probability change big hit (with short time) ”,“ sudden probability change big hit (without short time) ”. Further, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type determination table 131b determines the jackpot type as “normal jackpot”, “based on the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type. This table is referred to in order to determine either “probable big hit” or “suddenly probable big hit (with short time)”.

  When “ordinary big hit” is determined, normal PA2-3, PA2-4, normal PB2-3, PB2-4, normal PA3-3, PA3-4, normal PB3-3, PB3- 4 is determined (see FIG. 9A), the game state is controlled to the time-short state after the normal big hit game is ended, and the effect mode is controlled to the normal mode. Further, when “probable big hit” is determined, normal PA2-3, PA2-4, normal PB2-3, PB2-4, normal PA3-3, PA3-4, normal PB3-3, PB3- 4 is determined (see FIG. 9B), the gaming state is controlled to the probability variation short state after the probability variation big hit game is ended, and the effect mode is controlled to the probability variation mode. If “sudden probability change big hit (with short time)” is determined, one of special PG2-1 to PG2-2 is determined as a variation pattern (see FIG. 9C), and the sudden probability change big hit game ends. Later, the gaming state is controlled to the short time state of the probability change, and the effect mode is controlled to the probability change mode. In addition, when “sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction)” is determined, one of special PG1-1 to PG1-3 is determined as a variation pattern (see FIG. 9D), and the sudden probability change big hit game ends. Later, the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state, and the effect mode is controlled to the latent mode. In addition, when “small hit” is determined, one of special PG1-1 to PG1-3 is determined as a variation pattern, similarly to the case where “suddenly probable big hit (no time reduction)” is determined (see FIG. 9 (D)), the game state does not change to the game state before the small hit game after the sudden probability change big hit game ends, and the effect mode is controlled to the latent mode.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, in the big hit type determination table 131a, “suddenly probable big hit (with short time)” and “sudden probable big hit (without short time)” are provided. On the other hand, in the big hit type determination table 131b, the decision value is assigned only to “suddenly probable big hit (with short time)”. Therefore, in this embodiment, “suddenly probable big hit (no time reduction)” is determined and the production mode is set only when the first special symbol variation display of the first special symbol is executed at the first start winning opening 13. It can shift to the latent mode. It should be noted that determination values are assigned to the big hit type determination table 131b for “sudden probability variation big hit (with time reduction)” and “sudden probability change big hit (without time shortage)”, and a second winning special is given by starting at the second start winning opening 14. Also in the case where the symbol variation display is executed, “suddenly probable big hit (no time reduction)” is determined, and the effect mode may be shifted to the latent mode.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, as the first specific gaming state to which a predetermined amount of gaming value is given, there are two rounds of sudden probabilistic big hits and more than the gaming value. The case where 15 rounds of big hit (probable big hit or normal big hit) is determined as the second specific gaming state to which the amount of gaming value is given will be explained. However, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, Although the case where it is determined to be one specific gaming state is shown, the gaming value to be given is not limited to the number of rounds as shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is increased as the gaming value is determined. Also good. Further, for example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the opening time of the big winning opening per game during the big hit may be determined as the gaming value. In addition, for example, even if the same 15 round big hits, the first specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening once per round and the second specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening multiple times per round It may be prepared to increase the gaming value of the second specific gaming state by substantially increasing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. In this case, for example, in any case of the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when the big winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, all 15 rounds in the case of the first specific gaming state) In the case of the second specified gaming state, there is an undigested round remaining), and an effect in a manner that encourages whether or not the big hit continues (so-called rank-up bonus effect) You may make it perform. And in the case of the first specific gaming state, all the 15 rounds have been finished internally, so the big hit game is finished, and in the case of the second specific gaming state, there remains an undigested round internally. For this reason, the jackpot game may be continued (the effect that the bonus winning opening is additionally started with a bonus after finishing the bonus hit of 15 times).

  The “probability change big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and shifts to a short time state during the probability change after the big hit gaming state. Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a big hit gaming state of 15 rounds and is shifted to a short-time state after the big hit gaming state ends.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with a random 1 value, and are “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit (with short time)”, “sudden probable big hit (without short time) ) "Is set for each of the determination values (big hit type determination value). When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

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

  Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132D includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination, and includes normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, A determination value corresponding to one of the variation pattern types of super CA3-3 to super CA3-4, special CA4-1, and special CA4-2 is set.

  For example, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 9A used when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, and FIG. 9B used when the big hit type is “probable big hit”. The allocation of determination values for the variation pattern types of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-4 is different from the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. The big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is assigned a decision value for the super CA 3-3, whereas the big hit variation pattern type decision table 132A has a decision value for the super CA 3-3. Is not assigned.

  In addition, in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132C shown in FIG. 9C used when the big hit type is “suddenly probable change big hit (with time)”, a determination value is assigned only to the special CA4-2. On the other hand, the big hit variation pattern type judgment table 132D shown in FIG. 9 (D) used when the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit (no time reduction)” is judged only for the special CA4-1. A value has been assigned.

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

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

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

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

  FIGS. 10A and 10B are explanatory diagrams showing the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B. Among these, FIG. 10 (A) shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is less than three. FIG. 10B shows a variation pattern type determination table 135B for loss that is used when the gaming state is the probability changing state or the time saving state, or the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. The deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B have a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a loss symbol. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine any of the above.

  In the example shown in FIG. 10, the case where the common variation pattern type determination table 135B is used for the case where the gaming state is the time-saving state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more is shown. A separate variation pattern type determination table for detachment may be used for the case of the state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. Furthermore, a plurality of deviation variation pattern determination tables (tables with different ratios of determination values) corresponding to the total number of pending storages may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for loss of time.

  In this embodiment, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the total number of pending storages is less than 3 and the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B used when the total number of pending storages is three or more. Although only two types of tables are used, the method of dividing the deviation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, a separate deviation variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total pending storage number (that is, for the total pending storage number 0, for the total pending storage number 1, for the total pending storage number 2) , The deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 3, for the total pending storage number 4... May be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values stored in the total number of pending storages may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 0 to 2, for the total pending storage number 3, for the total pending storage number 4, and so on may be used.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a plurality of deviation variation pattern type determination tables are provided according to the total number of reserved storages, but deviation variation pattern type determination is performed according to the first and second reserved memory numbers. A plurality of tables may be provided. For example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, a deviation variation pattern type determination table prepared separately for each value of the first reserved memory number may be used (that is, the first reserved memory number). The deviation variation pattern type determination table for 0, for the first reserved memory number, for the first reserved memory number for 2, for the first reserved memory number for three, for the first reserved memory number for four, etc. Each may be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the first reserved storage number may be used. For example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the first reserved memory number 0 to 2, the first reserved memory number 3, the first reserved memory number 4, and so on may be used. Even in this case, when the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are large (for example, 3 or more), it may be configured such that a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a short variation time is easily selected. .

  Each of the deviation variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random number (random 2) value for variation pattern type determination, which is non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-. 3, a determination value corresponding to one of the variation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7 is set.

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

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the case where the common variation pattern type determination table for detachment is used regardless of the current gaming state is shown, but is the current gaming state in the probable variation state? Depending on whether it is a short time state or a normal state, a big hit variation pattern type determination table or a deviation variation pattern type determination table prepared separately may be used. In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern for shortening variation is determined by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for shortening shown in FIG. 10B. Although the case where it is configured so that there is a case is shown, the total number of reserved memories (the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number may be used) when the variation pattern of the shortening variation can be selected according to the current gaming state ) May be different. For example, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the total number of reserved memory is 3 (or when the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is 2, for example), The variation pattern type determination table for loss is selected so that the variation pattern of the shortened variation may be determined. When the gaming state is a short-time state or a probable variation state, the total number of pending storages is smaller 1 or 2 (Or, for example, even when the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are smaller 0 or 1), the variation pattern type of shortening variation is selected by selecting the shortening variation pattern type determination table. It may be determined.

  FIGS. 11A and 11B are explanatory views showing hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the variation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit type or the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random 3). Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result that the variation pattern type is any one of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-3 to super CA3-4. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result that the variation pattern type is either special CA4-1 or special CA4-2. Each hit variation pattern determination table 137A to 137B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random pattern random number (random 3) value according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Data (determination value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case of “big hit” is included.

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

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

  FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. (Each corresponding to a variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C06 (H).

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

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

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

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (winning time determination result designation command) indicating the contents of the winning time determination result. In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing described later (see FIG. 19), the game control microcomputer 560 determines which variation pattern type is to be used when starting a winning. Then, a value for specifying the variation pattern type as the determination result is set in the EXT data of the determination result specifying result command at the time of winning, and control for transmission to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. For example, in this embodiment, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-1 (non-reach deviation) at the time of start winning at the first start winning opening 13, "00 ( H) "is set and a winning determination result 1 designation command is transmitted. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is super CA2-7 at the start winning prize to the first start winning opening 13 (superreach is lost), “01 (H)” is set in the EXT data. The winning determination result 2 designation command is transmitted. Also, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is super CA3-4 (super reach jackpot) at the time of starting winning at the first starting winning opening 13, “02 (H)” is set in the EXT data. A winning determination result 3 designation command is transmitted. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is non-reach CA 2-1 (non-reach deviation) at the time of start winning at the second start winning opening 14, “03 (H)” is set to EXT data. The set winning determination result 4 designation command is transmitted. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is super CA2-7 (superreach is off) at the time of starting winning the second starting winning opening 14, “04 (H)” is set in the EXT data. The winning determination result 5 designation command is transmitted. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type is super CA3-4 (super reach jackpot) at the time of starting winning at the second starting winning opening 14, “05 (H)” is set in the EXT data. The winning determination result 6 designation command is transmitted. In addition, the value of the EXT data is set according to the determined variation pattern type, and a winning determination result designation command is transmitted.

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

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

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

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

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is a normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state designation command) for designating that the gaming state is a time-short state (not including the probability variation state). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state designation command) for designating that the gaming state is a probability change state. Command B003 (H) is an effect control command (probability change time short state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is a short time state with a certain probability change. Commands B000 (H) to B003 (H) are referred to as background designation commands.

  The command B1XX (H) is an effect control command (time reduction number designation command) for designating the remaining number of time reduction states (how many times the time reduction state continues until the variable display is finished). “XX” in the command B1XX (H) indicates the remaining number of time-short states. In this embodiment, when the time-short state is controlled, the time-short state continues for a predetermined number of times after the end of the big hit game. The short-term or long-term probability change state continues until it occurs.

  Command C0XX (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number designation command) for designating the first reserved memory number. “XX” in the command C0XX (H) indicates the first reserved storage number. Command C1XX (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number designation command) that designates the second reserved memory number. “XX” in the command C1XX (H) indicates the second reserved storage number.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the image display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

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

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

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

  In the example shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the variable pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed as variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8 a and the second special symbol. Image display that can be used in common with variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and that produces an effect with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is possible to prevent an increase in the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 when controlling the effect parts such as the device 9.

  15 and 16 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of special symbol process (step S26) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 turns on the first start winning opening 13 when the first start opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 is turned on. If a winning has occurred, a first start port switch passage process is executed (steps S311 and S312). If the second start port switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14 is turned on, that is, the start winning to the second start winning port 14 has occurred. Then, the second start port switch passage process is executed (steps S313, S314). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the start-port switch passing process in steps S312 and S314. Among these, FIG. 17A is a flowchart showing the first start port switch passing process in step S312. FIG. 17B is a flowchart showing the second start port switch passing process in step S314.

  First, the first start port switch passing process will be described with reference to FIG. In the first start port switch passing process that is executed when the first start port switch 13a is in the on state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first hold port number). Whether or not the value of the first reserved memory number counter for counting the memory number is 4 is confirmed (step S211A). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S212A) and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S213A). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 18) (step S214A). . In the process of step S214A, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted in the first start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol. You may do it. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a time-short flag indicating that the gaming state is a time-short state (including a probability change state) is set (step S215A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S218A. If the time reduction flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (step S216A). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (that is, if it is a big hit gaming state or a small hit gaming state), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S218A as it is.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5, the CPU 56 executes a winning presentation process for preliminarily determining the variation display result when the variation based on the detected starting winning is executed at the time of starting winning (step S217A). ). Then, the CPU 56 performs control for transmitting the first reserved memory number designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the value of the first reserved memory number counter, and at the time of winning based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning. Control is performed to transmit the determination result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S218A).

  Note that if the winning effect processing in step S217A is not executed because it is determined as Y in step S215A or step S216A, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit only the first reserved memory number designation command in step S218A. Control is performed to transmit a winning determination result designation command. If the winning effect processing in step S217A is not executed, a winning determination result designation command in which a value indicating that the winning determination result cannot be specified is set as EXT data may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, when the process of step S215A is executed, and there is a start winning to the first start winning opening 13, when the gaming state is the normal state (even if the probability change state is short state) If not, the winning effect process in step S217A is executed. Further, in this embodiment, when the process of step S216A is executed, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13, step S217A is performed only when the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state is not established. The award winning directing process is executed. It should be noted that the process may not be shifted to step S217A only when the game state is a big hit game state, and the game process may be executed at step S217A when the game state is a small hit game state.

  Next, the second start port switch passing process will be described with reference to FIG. In the second start port switch passing process executed when the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold port number). Whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter for counting the memory number is 4 is confirmed (step S211B). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S212B) and the value of the aggregated reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S213B). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 18) (step S214B). . In the process of step S214B, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted in the second start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. You may do it. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning effect process (step S217B). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the value of the second reserved memory number counter, and at the time of winning based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning. Control is performed to transmit the determination result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S218B).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in steps S217A and S217B. In the winning effect process, the CPU 56 first compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S214A and S214B with the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. 8A. It is confirmed whether or not they match (step S220). In this embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, determining the type of big hit or changing the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting processing In addition to that, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, before the change display based on the start winning is started, By executing the winning time presentation process, it is confirmed in advance which of the variation pattern types. By doing so, the variation pattern type is predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed, and, as described later, based on the determination result at the time of winning, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs a big hit or Execute a continuous notice effect to announce that it will be super reach.

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the normal jackpot determination value (N in step S220), the CPU 56 determines whether or not a probability change flag indicating that the gaming state is a probability change state is set. Confirmation (step S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S214A and S214B with the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. Are matched (step S222).

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in step S222), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S214A and S214B and FIG. ) And (C) are compared with the small hit determination values to confirm whether or not they match (step S223). In this case, when there is a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 (when executing the winning effect processing (see step S217A) in the first start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17A). Is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. Further, when there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing (see step S217B) is executed in the second start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17B), FIG. It is determined whether or not the small hit determination value set in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in Step S223), the CPU 56 performs a process of determining the current gaming state (Step S224). In this embodiment, in step S224, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the gaming state is a certain change state or a short time state (specifically, whether or not a short time flag is set). Further, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the total pending storage number is 3 or more (specifically, whether or not the value of the total pending storage number counter is 3 or more).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a deviation variation pattern type determination table according to the determination result of step S224 (step S225). Specifically, when the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is a probable change state or a short-time state, or determines that the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation for loss shown in FIG. A pattern type determination table (for shortening) 135B is set. When it is determined that the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is less than 3, the deviation variation pattern type determination table (normal) 135A shown in FIG. 10A is set. It should be noted that, depending on the gaming state and the total number of pending storage, it is not discriminated which variation pattern type determination table 135A or 135B is to be used. The change pattern type determination tables 135A and 135B for use may be selected and set. Also, instead of using the deviation variation pattern type determination table, a threshold determination program for performing threshold determination is incorporated in advance, and it is determined whether or not the variation pattern type is larger than the threshold, thereby determining the variation pattern type in step S229 described later. You may make it do. For example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, determination values are assigned to a common range of 150 to 251 with respect to the variation pattern type of super CA 3-4 that is a super reach big hit. Therefore, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is greater than or equal to the threshold value 150, and if it is greater than or equal to 150, it is determined that the variation pattern type is super CA3-4. Also good. Further, for example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, the determination value is within a common range of 230 to 251 with respect to the variation pattern type of super CA2-7 that is out of super reach. Therefore, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) is greater than or equal to the threshold 230, and if it is greater than or equal to 230, it is determined that the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 is obtained. May be. Further, for example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, determination is made within a common range of 1 to 79 with respect to the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA 2-1 that is out of non-reach. Since the value is assigned, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is equal to or less than the threshold value 79. If the value is 79 or less, the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA 2-1 It may be determined that

  When the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y in Step S223), the CPU 56 sets the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D shown in FIG. 9D (Step S223). S226).

  When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in step S220 or step S222, the CPU 56 determines the type of jackpot based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in steps S214A and S214B. Is determined (step S227). In this case, when there is a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 (when executing the winning effect processing (see step S217A) in the first start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17A). Is determined using the jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a shown in FIG. 8D to determine whether the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “probability big hit” or “sudden probability big hit”. To do. Further, when there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning effect processing (see step S217B) is executed in the second start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17B), FIG. The big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b shown in FIG. 8E is used to determine whether the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “probable big hit” or “suddenly probable big hit”.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a big hit variation pattern type determination table according to the big hit type determined in step S227 (step S228). Specifically, when the CPU 56 determines that it is a normal big hit, it sets a big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. When it is determined that the probability variation big hit, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. 9B is set. If it is suddenly determined that the probability change big hit, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132C shown in FIG. 9C is set.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type using the variation pattern type determination table set in steps S225, S226, and S228 and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted in steps S214A and S214B ( Step S229).

  As described above, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, when the big hit of 15 rounds (probability big hit or normal big hit) is made, the big hit type is the normal big hit. Regardless of whether there is a probable big hit or not, a common range of judgment values (150 to 251) is assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA 3-4. Therefore, when the probability variation big hit or the normal big hit, the CPU 56 determines that the variation pattern type random number (random 2) is 150 to 251, the variation pattern type is at least super CA3-4 (that is, super reach). It will be a big hit).

  Further, for example, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, when it is out of place, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach CA 2-1 regardless of the gaming state and the total number of pending storages A common range of decision values (1 to 79) is assigned to the type. Therefore, in the case of detachment, if the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 79, the CPU 56 at least changes the variation pattern type to non-reach CA2-1 (that is, non-reach is out). ) Can be determined. Also, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, in the case of losing, the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7, regardless of the gaming state or the total number of pending storage, Common determination values (230 to 251) are assigned. Therefore, in the case of deviation, if the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is 230 to 251, the CPU 56 at least changes the variation pattern type to super CA2-7 (that is, super reach is deviated). Can be determined.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the determined variation pattern type in the winning determination result designation command (step S230). For example, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening 13 (when a winning effect process (see step S217A) is executed in the first start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17A), a step is performed. If it is determined in S229 that “non-reach” is set, “00 (H)” is set in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of MODE data “95 (H)”. If it is determined in step S229 that “super-reach is lost”, a process of setting “01 (H)” to the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of the MODE data “95 (H)” is performed. Do. Also, when it is determined in step S229 that “super reach big hit”, a process of setting “02 (H)” to the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of the MODE data “95 (H)”. Do. Further, when there is a start winning at the second start winning opening 14 (when the winning start effect process (see step S217B) is executed in the second start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 17B), a step is performed. If it is determined in S229 that “non-reach” is set, “03 (H)” is set in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of MODE data “95 (H)”. If it is determined in step S229 that “super-reach is lost”, a process of setting “04 (H)” to the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of MODE data “95 (H)” is performed. Do. Further, when it is determined in step S229 that “super reach big hit”, a process of setting “05 (H)” to the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of the MODE data “95 (H)”. Do. In addition, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting a value corresponding to the determined variation pattern type in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command.

  20 and 21 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the total reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first reserved memory number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the first reserved memory number counter is zero. If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 has a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to data indicating “second” (step S53). If the second reserved memory number is 0 (that is, only the first reserved memory number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variation display of the first special symbol.

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the reserved memory number designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer after the subtraction. (Step S59). In this case, when a value indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved storage number designation command. When a value indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second reserved memory number designation command.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot determination that is extracted in step S214A of the first start port switch passing process or step S214B of the second start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer. A random number is read and a big hit judgment is performed. The big hit determination module compares the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (see FIG. 8) determined in advance with the big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining that it is a big hit or a small hit if they match. It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes a big hit determination or a small hit determination process.

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

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

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 8B and 8C). Then, the small hit determination process is performed. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 confirms the data indicated by the special symbol pointer. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “first”, the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. ) To determine whether or not to make a small hit. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “second”, it is determined whether or not to make a small hit using the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. . If it is determined to be a small hit (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

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

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

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit" or "Suddenly probable big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type extracted in step S214A of the first start port switch passing process or step S214B of the second start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer. The random number is read and the jackpot type is determined. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the rate at which suddenly probable big hits are selected is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is "Suddenly probable big hit (with time reduction)", "03" is set as the data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is "Suddenly probable big hit (without time)", the data showing the big hit type Is set as “04”.

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

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

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132D (FIG. ) To (D)) is selected (step S92). Then, the process proceeds to step S102. As shown in FIGS. 9A to 9D, when the normal big hit is determined as the big hit type, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A is selected, and when the probable big hit is determined. When the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is selected and the sudden probability variation big hit (with time reduction) is determined, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132C is selected and the sudden probability variation big hit (without time reduction) is determined. The big hit variation pattern type determination table 132D is selected.

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

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

  If the time flag is not set (N in Step S95), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Step S96). If the total pending storage number is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern type determination table 135A for detachment as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. 10A) is selected (step S97). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  When the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S95) or the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S96), the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. As a table to be used for this purpose, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B (see FIG. 10B) is selected (step S98). Then, the process proceeds to step S102.

  In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S95 to S98 is executed, the gaming state is a short-time state (including a case where the probability variation state is included) or the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. The deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B shown in FIG. 10B is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S102, which will be described later. If the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the process changes in step S105. Short reach variation non-reach PA1-2 is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included) or when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortening variation may be performed. .

  In this embodiment, even if the gaming state is a short-time state, if the total number of pending storage is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0, or 1), the shortened The fluctuation display of fluctuation may not be performed. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S95, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is almost zero. The determination table 135A (see FIG. 10A) may be selected.

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

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

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

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

  In the case where it is determined to be out of place, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination. Then, based on the determination result as to whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S95 to S98 and S102 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, the variation pattern type determination table for non-reach (including the variation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-3 shown in FIG. 10) and the variation pattern type determination table for reach (FIG. 10). Normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6, including a variation pattern type of super CA2-7) are prepared, and one of the variation pattern type determination tables is selected based on the reach determination result. The variation pattern type may be determined.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number, depending on the total reserved memory number (which may be the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number), Reach determination tables with different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases. In this case, for example, whether the CPU 56 matches the determination value assigned to the common range of the reach determination table in determining whether “super-reach out” or “non-reach out” occurs in the winning effect processing. By determining whether or not, it may be determined in advance whether or not to reach. In addition, considering that the execution ratio of the notice effect is reduced, as shown in this embodiment, the “super-reach out” is performed depending on the variation pattern type without performing the lottery process using the random number for reach determination. It is preferable that a continuous notice effect is performed by determining whether or not “non-reach” will occur.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the presentation control commands (display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation) (see FIG. 13) according to the determined type of big hit, small hit, and loss. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If not set, the process proceeds to step S116. When the big hit flag is set, when the big hit type is a probable big hit, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S111 and S112). Specifically, whether or not it is a probable big hit can be determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is “02”. In addition, when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit (with a short time), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (steps S113, S114A, S114B). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit (with short time), specifically, confirm whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “03”. Can be determined. In addition, when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit (no time saving), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (steps S113, S114A, S114C). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit (no time saving), specifically, confirm whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “04”. Can be determined. Then, when neither the probability variation big hit nor the sudden probability variation big hit is obtained (that is, when it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 2 designation command (step S115).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 6 designation command (step S117). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S116), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S118).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S119).

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 decrements the variable time timer by 1 (step S125), and when the variable time timer times out (step S126), the value of the special symbol process flag corresponds to the special symbol stop process (step S304). The updated value is updated (step S127). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 sets an end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S32 to end the variation of the special symbol, and the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. Then, a control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol is performed (step S131). If data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a is terminated, and “second” is indicated in the special symbol pointer. When data is set, the variation of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is terminated. Moreover, control which transmits the symbol determination designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for production control is performed (step S132). If the big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S140 (step S133).

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

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S136).

  In addition, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (a time for which the effect display device 9 notifies that the jackpot has occurred, for example) is set in the jackpot display time timer (step S137). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 15 times in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, 2 times in the case of a sudden probable big hit) is set in the big prize opening number counter (step S138). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-winner opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S139).

  In step S140, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a probability variation flag indicating that the probability variation state is set. If the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set (step S141). When the time reduction flag is set (that is, when the time change state is not controlled and only the time reduction state is controlled), the value of the time reduction counter indicating the number of times that the special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state is- 1 (step S142). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction number designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the value of the time reduction number counter after the subtraction (step S143).

  Note that the CPU 56 may not transmit the time reduction number designation command. In this case, for example, after shifting to the time reduction state, the number of time reductions may be managed on the production control microcomputer 100 side. For example, when the time control state designation command is received, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a predetermined value (for example, 100) in the time reduction number counter, and subtracts 1 from the value of the time reduction number counter each time the effect symbol variation display is executed. Then, the remaining number of time reductions may be managed.

  Next, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S144), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S145). Further, the CPU 56 performs control for transmitting a normal state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S146).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S147). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S148). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (for example, the time when the effect display device 9 notifies that the small hit has occurred) is set in the small hit display time timer (step S149). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) is set in the special winning opening opening number counter (step S150). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S151).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S147), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S152).

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S160). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S164. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S161), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S162). Here, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted when it is a normal big hit, a big hit end 2 designation command is sent when it is a probable big hit, and a small hit / abrupt is sudden when it is a sudden probable big hit. Send a probable jackpot end designation command. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is being performed in the image display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the processing is ended.

  In step S164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 checks whether the big hit type is a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit (step S166). Specifically, whether or not the probability change big hit or sudden probability change big hit is, whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is "02" to "04". This can be determined by checking. If neither the probability change big hit nor the sudden probability change big hit is present (that is, if it is a normal big hit), the CPU 56 sets the time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the time reduction state (step S167). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in a time reduction number counter for counting the number of time reductions (step S168). In addition, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S169). Then, control goes to a step S173.

  If the probability change big hit or the sudden probability change big hit, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit type is a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit (with a short time) (step S170). Whether or not it is a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit (with time), specifically, the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “02” or “03”. It can be determined by checking whether or not. If the probability change big hit or sudden probability change big hit (with time reduction), the CPU 56 sets the probability change flag (step S171A) and sets the time reduction flag to shift the gaming state to the probability change time short state (step S171B). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability change time short state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S171C). Then, control goes to a step S173. On the other hand, if it is not sudden probability big hit (there is a short time), the CPU 56 sets a probability variation flag and shifts the gaming state to the probability variation state (step S172A). In addition, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability change state designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S172B). Then, control goes to a step S173.

  In this embodiment, the time reduction flag set in steps S167 and S171B is also used to determine whether or not to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 or increase the number of times of opening. In this case, specifically, in the normal symbol process (see step S27), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the time reduction flag is set when the normal symbol variation display result is a win. If so, control is performed to open the variable winning ball device 15 by extending the opening time or increasing the number of times of opening. The time reduction flag set in steps S167 and S171B is used to determine whether or not to shorten the special symbol variation time.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S173).

  Next, the transition to the latent mode and the production during the latent mode will be described.

  FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example when the mode is shifted to the latent mode. 27. As a premise for explaining the example of the effect display shown in FIG. 27, it is determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination at the start of fluctuation (step S61), and suddenly probable big hit (with a short time) in the big hit type determination process (step S73). ) Or suddenly sudden change big hit (no short time) is determined, or it is not determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination at the start of fluctuation (step S61), but a small hit in the small hit determination (step S62) Shall be determined.

  As shown in FIG. 27 (1), when the variation of the left middle right effect symbol is started on the display screen of the effect display device 9, as shown in FIG. A human character A appears. In this embodiment, the effect in which the character A of the person appears is an effect that is suddenly common to the big hit / small hit (specifically, in the fluctuation based on the fluctuation pattern of the special PG 1-1 or the special PG 2-1 shown in FIG. 6). Production).

  Thereafter, when a predetermined fluctuation time (for example, 5.75 seconds) elapses, as shown in FIG. 27 (3), the chance (“135”) is stopped and displayed (derived display). Then, when the chance is stopped and displayed, suddenly probable big hit or small hit occurs suddenly, and an effect during sudden probable big hit or small hit as shown in FIG. 27 (4) is executed. In the example shown in FIG. 27 (4), an effect in which the person character A and the person character B gradually overlap is executed as an effect during sudden probability big hit or small hit.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (5-1), if the character A and the character B remain the same when the character A and the character B overlap, the game state is suddenly changed after the sudden change big hit game is suddenly ended. , And enters the probability variation mode, which is an effect mode indicating that the probability variation time-short state has been transitioned to. In this embodiment, when suddenly probable big hit (with short time) is determined as the big hit type, special PG2-1 to 2-2 are decided as the variation pattern, and after the sudden probable big hit game is over, it shifts to the probable shortage state. Is configured to do. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 27, when sudden change probability big hit (with time) is determined as the big hit type, and fluctuations based on the fluctuation pattern of special PG 2-1 (FIGS. 27 (1) to (3)) are executed. Suddenly, after the probability variation big hit game (FIG. 27 (4)) ends, the character A is displayed (FIG. 27 (5)), and the probability variation mode is entered as the effect mode.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 27 (5-2), when the character A and the character B overlap, the character B changes to the character B. If there is no shortage), the gaming state shifts to a probable change state, and if it is a small hit, does it remain the same as the game state before the small hit game, does it change to a probable change state or normal state? Enter the latent mode, which is a production mode that you do not understand. In this embodiment, when sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction) or small hit is determined as the big hit type, special PG 1-1 to 1-3 are determined as a variation pattern, and sudden probability variable big hit game or small hit game is determined. It is configured to shift to a probability change state or a normal state after completion. Accordingly, in the example shown in FIG. 27, when sudden probability variation big hit (no time reduction) is determined as the big hit type, and fluctuations based on the fluctuation pattern of special PG 1-1 (FIGS. 27 (1) to (3)) are executed. Suddenly, the character B is displayed after the end of the probable big hit game (FIG. 27 (4)) (FIG. 27 (5)), and enters the latent mode as the effect mode.

  FIG. 28 is an explanatory diagram showing the relationship between the background image in the latent mode and the probability variation expectation. As shown in FIG. 28, in this embodiment, backgrounds A to C are prepared as backgrounds (background images) displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 when shifting to the latent mode. Here, among the backgrounds A to C, the background C indicates that the probability variation probability (possibility of being shifted to the probability variation state) is the highest, and the background B indicates that the probability variation expectation is medium ( The probability variation expectation is lower than that in the background C), and the probability variation expectation is lower in the background A (the probability variation expectation is lower than that in the background B). In addition, as shown in FIG. 28, there is a possibility that the gaming state is shifted to the probability change state even when the mode is shifted to the normal mode, but the probability change probability is the lowest (when the background A is in the latent mode) Is less likely than expected). When shifting to the normal mode, the background in the normal state (normal background) is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9. When shifting to the probability change mode, the background (probability change background) at the time of the probability change time short state is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 28, the background immediately after entering the latent mode is the background A. That is, the game starts from the background A when the game suddenly shifts to the latent mode after the end of the sudden change probability big hit (no time) game or the small hit game. Then, when a predetermined effect (each transition lottery effect shown in FIG. 29) is executed in the latent mode, the background A is promoted from the background A to the background B, and the background B is promoted to the background C. Further, when a predetermined effect is executed in the latent mode, the background B falls (downgrade) from the background B to the background A at a predetermined rate, and falls from the background A to the normal background (latent mode to normal mode). Further, when a predetermined effect is executed during the normal mode, the background is promoted from the normal background to the background A (from the normal mode to the latent mode) at a predetermined rate. In this embodiment, when it is promoted to the background C, it is configured not to fall to the background B after that. However, even when it is promoted to the background C, it is configured to fall to the background B after that. It may be.

  FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of a roaring effect (each transition lottery effect) in the latent mode. The roaring effect refers to an effect that suggests (whispering) whether or not the gaming state is likely to be shifted to the probability change state during the latent mode. And each transition lottery effect (refer to FIG. 29 (12) (22)) and an accessory fall effect (refer to FIG. 30) are provided as a spear effect. Each transition lottery effect is an effect to ask whether the background in the latent mode is promoted or falls, and by promoting the background, the player is likely to be in a probable state By causing the background to fall, the player is made aware that there is a low possibility of shifting to the probability change state. In addition, the accessory fall effect is an effect for allowing the player to recognize that the star-shaped accessory 200 provided above the effect display device 9 has been shifted to the probability change state by dropping.

  In FIG. 29 (11), the background A of the forest image is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 during the latent mode, and the left, middle and right effect symbols are fluctuating. When it is determined by the effect control CPU 101 to execute each transition lottery effect, as shown in FIG. 29 (12), the background A displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 is displayed as each transition lottery effect. After fading out, the background color is changed to red, and the text “Produce mode transition?” Is displayed in the display area at the bottom of the screen of the effect display device 9, and then the background after the promotion / fall or the current background An effect of displaying (background before execution of each lottery effect) is executed. Here, each transition lottery effect is provided with a pattern (effect mode) for changing the background color to red and a pattern (effect mode) for changing the background color to white, and the pattern for changing the background color to red is the background color. The background is more likely to be promoted than the pattern that changes the color to white. Since each transition lottery effect of the pattern that changes the background color to white has a high (strong) probability that the background will fall, each such transition lottery effect is called a strong effect, and the pattern that changes the background color to red Since each transition lottery effect has a low (weak) probability that the background falls, each such transition lottery effect may be referred to as a weak effect.

  After each transition lottery effect is executed, the background B of the sea image is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 in the example shown in FIG. As a result, the player recognizes that the possibility that the gaming state is in a probabilistic state is increased because the background in the latent mode has been promoted from the background A to the background B. Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (14), the left middle right effect design (in this example, “314”) is stopped.

  In FIG. 29 (21), the background B of the sea image is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 during the latent mode, and the effect symbols on the middle left and right change. When it is determined by the effect control CPU 101 to execute each transition lottery effect, the background B displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 is displayed as each transition lottery effect as shown in FIG. 29 (22). After fading out, the background color is changed to white, and after the character “shift to production mode?” Is displayed in the display area at the bottom of the production display device 9, the background after the promotion / fall or the current background An effect of displaying (background before execution of each lottery effect) is executed. Each transition lottery effect shown in FIG. 29 (22) is a pattern that changes the background color to white, and is therefore a strong effect with a high (strong) probability that the background will fall.

  After each transition lottery effect is executed, the background A of the forest image is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9 in the example shown in FIG. Thus, the player recognizes that the possibility that the gaming state is in a probabilistic state is low because the background in the latent mode has fallen from the background B to the background A. Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (24), the left middle right effect symbol (“314” in this example) is stopped.

  In this way, it is suggested whether the gaming state is likely to shift to the probabilistic state by changing the background (promotion, falling, maintaining) triggered by the execution of each transition lottery effect during the latent mode In addition, the player is made to recognize whether or not the background is likely to be promoted depending on whether the background color is changed to red or white in each transition lottery effect. As a result, the player can be interested in whether or not each transition lottery effect is executed during the latent mode, and in what color the background color changes when the background fades out in each transition lottery effect. The interest of will improve.

  FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example of an accessory fall effect. In FIG. 30 (31), the left, middle and right effect symbols fluctuate on the screen of the effect display device 9 during the latent mode. In this state, as shown in FIG. 30 (32), when a star-like effect 200 is performed in which the star-shaped accessory 200 falls on the screen of the effect display device 9 (before the player sees the screen). Then, it is determined that the gaming state in the latent mode is a certain change state. Then, as shown in FIG. 30 (33), the left middle right effect symbol (“341” in this example) is stopped. In this way, by performing the accessory fall effect during the latent mode, the player is made to recognize that the gaming state is a probable change state, and thus is interested in whether or not the accessory 200 falls. And the fun of the game is further improved.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, each transition lottery effect is executed (appears) when the number of fluctuations after the transition to the latent mode is less than a predetermined number (for example, 30 times). It is comprised so that a ratio may become low (refer FIG. 40). It should be noted that the accessory fall effect is configured to always execute (appear) at a constant rate regardless of whether or not the number of fluctuations after transition to the latent mode is less than a predetermined number (for example, 30 times) (see FIG. 40), the rate of execution (appearance) may be lower when the number of fluctuations after the transition to the latent mode is less than the predetermined number.

  Further, as will be described later, when each transition lottery effect is executed, when the gaming state is in the probable change state, the background promotion rate is higher than in the normal state (see FIG. 42). ). In addition, as will be described later, the ratio of the background falling due to each transition lottery effect is higher when the number of changes after the transition to the latent mode is less than a predetermined number (for example, 30 times). (See FIG. 42). Furthermore, as will be described later, when the number of fluctuations after the transition to the latent mode is less than a predetermined number (for example, 30 times), a strong effect (each transition where the background is likely to fall) is generated when the number of transitions is greater than a predetermined number. The lottery effect) is executed (appears) at a higher rate (see FIG. 43).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

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

  Next, a random number update process for updating a count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number is executed (step S706). Further, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display unit 18c is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIG. 13 and FIG. 14) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is.

  33 to 36 are flowcharts showing specific examples of command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

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

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

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 has the display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) formed in the RAM. Store in the display result designation command storage area (step S618A). Then, based on the received display result designation command, the production control CPU 101 confirms which production mode to shift to, and sets the production mode flag indicating the confirmed production mode (step S618B). Specifically, when a display result designation command for designating “displacement” is received as the display result, the number of fluctuations after transition to the normal mode is confirmed by a fluctuation number counter (see step S813 in FIG. 38). If it is less than the predetermined number of times (70 times), an effect mode flag indicating the first normal mode is set, and if the number of fluctuations is not less than the predetermined number, an effect mode flag indicating the second normal mode is set. Here, the first normal mode refers to a normal mode in which each transition lottery effect can be executed (can shift from the normal mode to the latent mode), and the second normal mode does not execute each transition lottery effect ( It means the normal mode that does not shift from the normal mode to the latent mode. When the display result designation command for designating “normal big hit” is received as the display result, the production mode shifts to the normal mode, so the production mode flag indicating the first normal mode is set. When the display result designation command for specifying “probable big hit” or “suddenly probable big hit (with short time)” is received as the display result, the production mode shifts to the certain variation mode, so the production mode flag indicating the certain variation mode is set. . When the display result designation command for designating “suddenly probable big hit (no time reduction)” or “small hit” is received as the display result, the production mode shifts to the latent mode, so the production mode flag indicating the latent mode is set. . Although not shown in FIG. 33, when the production mode flag is set in step S618B and the production mode is changed (except when changed from the first normal mode to the second normal mode), the number of changes Reset the counter value (to 0). Thereby, it is possible to count the number of fluctuations after the effect mode is shifted by the fluctuation number counter. The same applies to step S828.

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 executes control to change the effect mode such as background, sound effect, and lamp lighting pattern based on the effect mode indicated by the effect mode flag.

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

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

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

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

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

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (step S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is displayed. Display control is performed (step S634), and a power failure recovery flag is set (step S635). Further, an effect mode flag indicating the second normal mode is set (step S636).

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

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number designation command (step S651), the effect control CPU 101 stores the second byte data (EXT data) of the first reserved memory number designation command as the first reserved memory. The number is stored in the number storage area (step S652). Further, the production control CPU 101 performs the first hold storage in the first hold storage display unit 18c according to the first hold storage number (specifically, the value of the EXT data) indicated by the received first hold storage number designation command. The number display is updated (step S653).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number designation command (step S654), the effect control CPU 101 stores the second byte data (EXT data) of the second reserved memory number designation command as the second reserved memory. The number is stored in the number storage area (step S655). Further, the production control CPU 101 determines the second reserved memory in the second reserved memory display unit 18d according to the second reserved memory number (specifically, the value of the EXT data) indicated by the received second reserved memory number designation command. The number display is updated (step S656).

  If the received effect control command is the normal state designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101, if set, the probability change state flag indicating that the game state is the probability change state, or the game state is in the short time state. The time-short state flag indicating that is reset (step S658). If the received effect control command is a time reduction state designation command (step S659), the effect control CPU 101 sets a time reduction state flag (step S660). If the received effect control command is a probability change state designation command (step S661A), the effect control CPU 101 sets a probability change state flag (step S661B). If the received effect control command is a probability change time short state designation command (step S662A), the effect control CPU 101 sets a probability change time short state flag (step S662B).

  If the received effect control command is a time reduction number designation command (step S663), the effect control CPU 101 stores the second byte data (EXT data) of the time reduction number designation command in the time reduction number storage area (step S664). ). In other words, the effect control CPU 101 stores the remaining number of times in the time reduction state indicated by the time reduction number designation command.

  Next, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result designation command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received winning determination result designation command.

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 1 designation command (step S665), specifically, “00 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. In step S666, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 1 flag indicating that it has been determined that “non-reach is lost” at the time of starting winning the first starting winning opening 13 (step S666).

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 2 designation command (step S667), specifically, “01 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. If there is, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 2 flag indicating that it is determined that “super-reach is lost” at the time of starting winning at the first starting winning opening 13 (step S668).

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 3 designation command (step S669), specifically, “02 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. If there is, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 3 flag indicating that it has been determined that a “super reach big hit” will be made when the first starting winning opening 13 is won (step S670).

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 4 designation command (step S671), specifically, “03 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. If there is, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 4 flag indicating that it is determined that “non-reach is lost” at the time of starting winning at the second starting winning opening 14 (step S672).

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 5 designation command (step S673), specifically, “04 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. If there is, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 5 flag indicating that it is determined that “super-reach is lost” at the time of starting winning at the second starting winning opening 14 (step S674).

  For example, if the received effect control command is a winning determination result 6 designation command (step S675), specifically, “05 (H)” is designated in the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command. If there is, the effect control CPU 101 sets a winning determination result 6 flag indicating that it has been determined that a “super reach big hit” will be made when the second winning winning opening 14 is won (step S676).

  In addition, the effect control CPU 56 sets a winning determination result flag according to the received winning determination result designation command. In this embodiment, since the determination result at the time of winning is “non-reach out”, “super reach out”, “super reach big hit”, it is configured to execute the continuous notice effect. The flag may be set by checking whether or not only the winning determination result 1 designation command to the winning determination result 6 designation command shown above are received.

  If the received effect control command is another command, effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S677). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled and variable display of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) is realized. Control related to variable display and control related to variable display of effect symbols (decorative symbols) synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol are executed in one effect control process.

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

  Incubation mode effect setting processing effect (step S801): Set the effect to be executed during the latent mode (and in the normal mode). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802).

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

  Production symbol variation processing (step S803): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S804).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S804): Based on the reception of the effect control command (design determination designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop, the variation of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is stopped and the display result (stop symbol) Control to derive and display. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S805) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

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

  Big hit game processing (step S806): Control during the big hit game is performed. For example, when a special winning opening opening designation command or a special winning opening open designation command is received, display control of the number of rounds in the effect display device 9 is performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (step S807).

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Also, the value of the variation counter is incremented by 1 (step S813). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect setting process during the latent mode (step S801) (step S814).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the effect setting process during the latent mode. In the effect setting process during the latent mode, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the current effect mode is the latent mode (step S821A). Whether or not the effect mode is the latent mode can be confirmed by checking the effect mode flag. If the current effect mode is not the latent mode (N in Step S821A), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the current effect mode is the normal mode (Step S821B). Whether or not the effect mode is the normal mode can be confirmed by checking the effect mode flag.

  If the current effect mode is the normal mode (Y in step S821B), an effect selection process during the normal mode is executed (step S822). If the current effect mode is the latent mode (Y in step S821A), the effect selection process during the latent mode is executed (step S823). If the current effect mode is neither the latent mode nor the normal mode (N in Step S821B), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (Step S802) (Step S829).

  In the normal mode effect selection process (step S822), the effect control CPU 101 first confirms the value of the change counter to determine whether the number of changes after transition to the normal mode is less than 70 (first normal mode). To see if this is the case. If the number of fluctuations after the transition to the normal mode is less than 70, the effect control CPU 101 extracts effect selection random values (random values in the range of 1 to 10), and the extracted effect selection random values and FIG. It is determined whether or not to execute each transition lottery effect by comparing with a random value (determination value) set in the turn effect selection table in the normal mode shown in FIG. That is, if the extracted effect selection random value is “1”, it is determined that each transition lottery effect is executed. If the extracted effect selection random number value is “2” to “10”, each transition lottery effect is executed. Decide not to. In addition, when the frequency | count of fluctuation after transfer to normal mode is 70 times or more, the process which determines whether each transfer lottery effect is performed is not performed. Accordingly, when the number of changes after the transition to the normal mode is 70 times or more, each transition lottery effect is not executed.

  In the effect selection processing during the latent mode (step S823), the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not the number of changes after transition to the latent mode is less than 30 by checking the value of the change number counter. If the number of fluctuations after the transition to the normal mode is less than 30, the effect control CPU 101 extracts effect selection random values (random values in the range of 1 to 10), and the extracted effect selection random values and FIG. Whether or not to execute each transition lottery effect by comparing with a random value (determination value) set in the roaring effect selection table in the latent mode shown in FIG. To decide. That is, if the extracted effect selection random number value is “1” to “3”, it is determined that each transition lottery effect is executed. If the extracted effect selection random number value is “4”, the accessory drop effect is executed. Then, if the random number value for effect selection extracted is “5” to “10”, it is determined that the transition lottery effect and the accessory drop effect are not executed.

  If the number of fluctuations after the transition to the normal mode is 30 times or more, the effect control CPU 101 extracts effect selection random values (random values in the range of 1 to 10), the extracted effect selection random values and FIG. Whether or not to execute each transition lottery effect by comparing with a random value (determination value) set in the roaring effect selection table in the latent mode shown in (B), or whether to execute the accessory drop effect To decide. That is, if the extracted effect selection random number value is “1” to “2”, it is determined that each transition lottery effect is executed. If the extracted effect selection random number value is “3”, the accessory drop effect is executed. Then, if the random number value for effect selection extracted is “4” to “10”, it is determined that each transition lottery effect and effect drop effect are not executed.

  As described above, in the effect selection process during the latent mode, it is determined that each transition lottery effect is executed at a higher rate when the number of changes is 30 times or more than when the number of changes after the latent mode is changed is less than 30. .

  Next, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not each transition lottery effect is selected in step S822 or step S823 (step S824A), and when each transition lottery effect is not selected (N in step S824A). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the accessory fall effect has been selected (step S824B). When the combination drop effect is selected (Y in step S824B), it is checked whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state, and if it is the probable change state, it is determined that the combination drop effect is executed (step S825). In addition, when neither the transition lottery effect or the accessory drop effect is selected in step S822 or step S823 (when it is determined that neither the transition lottery effect or the accessory drop effect is executed, that is, FIG. 40 and 41 is selected), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) (step S829), and the process is terminated. In addition, although the accessory drop effect is selected in step S822 or step S823, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) even when the gaming state is not the probability change state. (Step S829), the process ends. As described above, since the accessory fall effect is an effect indicating that the gaming state is in a probable state (probability confirmed effect), if executed when the gaming state is not in a probable state, the gaming state and the content of the effect are obtained. It is because it contradicts.

  Next, when each transition lottery effect is selected in step S822 or step S823 (Y in step S824A), the effect control CPU 101 executes processing for determining whether the background is promoted, dropped, or not shifted. (Step S826). Specifically, the following processing is performed.

  The effect control CPU 101 confirms whether the current effect mode is the latent mode or the normal mode, and if it is the latent mode, confirms which of the backgrounds A to C is the current background. The backgrounds A to C are confirmed by, for example, confirming a background flag indicating the current background state (any one of the backgrounds A to C). Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the number of changes after the shift to the latent mode is less than 30. Then, the effect control CPU 101 selects the background selection table in the latent mode shown in FIG. 42 according to the number of changes and the current background. For example, if the number of changes is less than 30 and the current background is the background A, the background selection table for the latent mode (A) when the number of changes is 0 to 29 shown in FIG. If the number of changes is less than 30 and the current background is background B, the background selection table for the latent mode (B) when the number of changes is 0 to 29 shown in FIG. If the number of changes is 30 or more and the current background is the background A, the background selection table for the latent mode (A) when the number of changes is 30 or more shown in FIG. 42 is selected. If the number of changes is 30 or more and the current background is background B, the background selection table for the latent mode (B) when the number of changes is 30 or more shown in FIG. 42 is selected. Note that the numerical values shown in the background selection table shown in FIG. 42 indicate the number of determination values to be compared with the background selection random value for determining the background (that is, selecting whether the background is promoted, dropped, or not transferred). ing.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether the latent mode has entered due to the occurrence of a small hit or whether it has suddenly entered due to the occurrence of a sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction). That is, it is confirmed whether the current gaming state is the normal state or the probability variation state. The current gaming state can be confirmed by whether or not the probability change state flag is set. Next, the production control CPU 101 extracts the background selection random value, and compares the extracted background selection random value with the determination value set in the selected background selection table, thereby promoting or dropping the background. -Select one without migration. Specifically, one of “promotion”, “falling”, and “no transition” corresponding to the determination value that matches the extracted background selection random number value is selected. When the background is promoted or dropped, the value of the background flag is updated. In the background selection table shown in FIG. 42, the background promotion is more easily selected when the number of changes is 30 times or more than when the number of changes is less than 30 (a large number of judgment values are set for “promotion”). In addition, it is easier to select background fall when the number of fluctuations is less than 30 than when the number of fluctuations is 30 times or more (a lot of judgment values are assigned to “falling”). In addition, a determination value is assigned in the background selection table.

  If the current effect mode is not the latent mode but the normal mode, the effect control CPU 101 selects the background selection table in the normal mode shown in FIG. Then, the CPU 101 for effect control has a case where the normal mode shifts from the latent mode after occurrence of the small hit (in the case of small hit rush), or the case where the normal mode shifts from the latent mode after the occurrence of sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction) ( Check if there is a sudden entry). That is, it is confirmed whether the current gaming state is the normal state or the probability variation state. The current gaming state can be confirmed by whether or not the probability change state flag is set. In addition to the transition to the normal mode by falling from the latent mode to the normal mode (in the case of a small hit rush or in the case of a sudden hit), directly after the occurrence of the normal big hit without going through the latent mode, In some cases, the mode may be shifted to the normal mode. In this case as well, as in the case of small hit entry, the background (background “promotion” and “no transition”) is selected using the background selection table in the case of small hit entry. However, the processing for selecting the background may not be executed when the normal mode is entered based on the occurrence of the normal big hit.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts the background selection random value and compares the extracted background selection random value with the determination value set in the selected background selection table, thereby promoting the background. Select one of None. Specifically, one of “promotion” and “no transition” corresponding to the determination value that matches the extracted background selection random value is selected. When the background is promoted, the value of the background flag is updated. Note that the background selection table in the normal mode shown in FIG. 42 is not provided with a table in the case where the number of fluctuations is 70 times or more. As described above, in this embodiment, when the number of changes after the transition to the normal mode is 70 times or more, each transition lottery effect is not executed (see step S822).

  The effect control CPU 101 executes processing for selecting background promotion / falling / no transition (step S826), and then performs processing for selecting a background color at the time of fade-out in each transition lottery effect (step S827). Specifically, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the current production mode is the latent mode, and if it is the latent mode, confirms whether or not the number of fluctuations after the transition to the latent mode is less than 30. . If the number of changes is less than 30 times, the fade-out background color selection table shown in FIG. 43 is selected, and if the number of changes is 30 times or more, the number of changes shown in FIG. Select the background color selection table when fading out 30 times or more. Then, the effect control CPU 101 confirms which of “promotion”, “fall”, and “no shift” has been selected in step S826. Further, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a background color selection random value for fading out, and compares the extracted fading out background color selection random value with a determination value set in the selected fading out background color selection table. Accordingly, “red” or “white” is selected as the background color at the time of fading out. Specifically, “red” or “white” corresponding to the determination value that matches the extracted random value for fading out background color selection is selected.

  In the fade-out background color selection table shown in FIG. 43, more judgment values are assigned to “red” in the case of “promotion” than in the case of “fall”, and in the case of “fall” More judgment values are assigned to “white” than in the case of “promotion”. Therefore, when “red” appears in each transition lottery effect, it is easy to “promote”, and when “white” appears, it is easy to “fall”. Also, in the fade-out background color selection table shown in FIG. 43, the determination for “white” is performed so that “white” is more easily selected as a background color for a table with a variation count of 30 or more than for a table with a variation count of less than 30. Many values are allocated. That is, the determination place is assigned so that the background is more likely to fall more than 30 times than less than 30 times.

  If the current effect mode is the normal mode, the effect control CPU 101 selects a background color selection table at the time of fade-out in the normal mode (not shown), and selects “promotion” or “no transition” in step S826. Check if it is selected. Further, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a background color selection random value for fading out, and compares the extracted fading out background color selection random value with a determination value set in the selected fading out background color selection table. Accordingly, “red” or “white” is selected as the background color at the time of fading out.

  After execution of the processes of steps S825 and S827, the effect control CPU 101 performs the transitioned effect when the effect mode shifts from the latent mode to the normal mode (falls) or when the effect mode shifts from the normal mode to the latent mode (promotion). An effect mode flag corresponding to the mode is set (step S828). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) (step S829), and ends the process.

  44 and 45 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether any winning determination result flag (any one of the winning determination result 1 flag to the winning determination result 6 flag) is set. (Step S1801). If no winning determination result flag is set, the process proceeds to step S1806. If any winning determination result flag is set, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not to execute the continuous notice effect and the effect mode of the continuous notice effect based on the set winning determination result flag. The continuous notice determination process is executed (step S1802).

  Note that the continuous notice determination processing in step S1802 is executed when performing variable display when the continuous notice effect is first started. That is, when the continuous notice effect is first started, the process proceeds to step S1802 based on the fact that the winning determination result flag is set in step S1801, and the continuous notice determination process is executed. Further, the continuous notice execution flag is set based on the determination result flag at the time of winning (see steps S1818 and S1819 described later), and the execution of the continuous notice effect is started, and the determination result flag at the time of winning is determined. Is reset (see step S1820 described later). Then, after the continuous notice effect is started, when the second and subsequent fluctuation displays are executed, the winning-time determination result flag has already been reset, and therefore the continuous notice determination process is not executed again (step In step S1801, the determination is N) and the continuous notice effect is executed in the effect mode determined at the time of the first variation display.

  In addition, if a super-reach or a winning prize that is a big hit occurs while running a continuous notice effect based on the determination result at the time of winning a “non-reach”, the super-reach is switched from the continuous notice effect that is being executed. Or a jackpot effect (for example, a reach notice or a jackpot notice) may be executed.

  46 and 47 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of a continuous notice distribution table showing distribution of continuous notice effects. In the continuous notice determination process in step S1802, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the current gaming state. Specifically, the production control CPU 101 determines that the current gaming state is the shortest probability change time state if the probability change time short flag is set, and if the probability change state flag (see step S662) is set, It is determined that the gaming state is a probability change state, and if the time reduction state flag (see step S660) is set, it is determined that the current gaming state is a time reduction state, and both the probability change state flag and the time reduction state flag are set. If not, it is determined that the current gaming state is a normal state. In the following description of the continuous notice determination process, it is assumed that the probability variation state includes the probability variation short time state.

  When it is determined that the current gaming state is the normal state, the effect control CPU 101 uses the continuous notice allocation table for the normal state shown in FIG. Based on whether it is set, the presence / absence of execution of the continuous notice effect and the effect mode of the continuous notice effect are determined. For example, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13), as shown in FIG. It is decided to execute the continuous notice effect of the effect mode of either “change of variation form at the time of symbol change” or “mode shift”. For example, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute a continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute a continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. For example, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed.

  Note that the specific contents of the presentation modes of the respective continuous notice effects of “change in change mode at the time of symbol change”, “mode shift”, “countdown”, and “change in reserved ball” will be described later. Note that “mode transition” is a change of the background screen executed as a notice effect, and is a concept different from the transition of the effect mode in which the background screen is changed in accordance with the gaming state shown in FIGS. is there.

  When it is determined that the current gaming state is the probability changing state, the effect control CPU 101 uses the continuous notice allocation table in the probability changing state shown in FIG. 46B to determine which winning determination result flag. Based on whether it is set, the presence / absence of execution of the continuous notice effect and the effect mode of the continuous notice effect are determined. For example, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. It is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form and the continuous notice is not executed. For example, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13), as shown in FIG. 46 (B). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Also, for example, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute the continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol change”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach big hit is made when starting the winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute the continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol change”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”.

  When it is determined that the current gaming state is the short time state, the effect control CPU 101 determines the continuous notice allocation table for the short time state shown in FIG. 46 (C), FIG. 47 (D) or FIG. 47 (E). Is used to determine whether or not to execute the continuous notice effect and the effect mode of the continuous notice effect based on which winning determination result flag is set. In this case, the production control CPU 101 determines how many times the change to the time reduction state is to be executed based on the remaining number of times saved in the time reduction state storage area (see step S664). Identify. Then, the effect control CPU 101 selects the continuous notice allocation table shown in FIG. 46C when executing the first to 91st changes after shifting to the time-short state. Further, the effect control CPU 101 selects the continuous notice allocation table shown in FIG. 47 (D) when executing the 92nd to 100th changes after shifting to the time reduction state. Further, the effect control CPU 101 selects the continuous notice allocation table shown in FIG. 47 (E) when executing the 101st to 108th changes after shifting to the time reduction state.

  When it is determined that the first to 91st changes after the shift to the short time state are executed, the effect control CPU 101, for example, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set (that is, the first start winning opening 13). 46 (C), there is no allocation for any of the continuous notice effects of any effect mode, and no continuous notice is executed. decide. For example, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute the continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol change”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined to execute the continuous notice effect of any effect mode of “change in variation form at the time of symbol change”, “countdown”, or “change in reserved ball”.

  When it is determined that the 92nd to 100th changes after the shift to the short-time state are executed, the effect control CPU 101, for example, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set (that is, the first start winning opening 13). 47 (D), no allocation is made to the continuous notice effect of any effect mode, and no continuous notice is executed, as shown in FIG. 47 (D). decide. For example, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. 47 (D). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. 47 (D). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. For example, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is decided to execute the continuous notice effect of the effect mode of “reserved ball change”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. 47 (D). In addition, it is decided to execute the continuous notice effect of the effect mode of “reserved ball change”.

  When it is determined that the 92nd to 100th changes after the shift to the short-time state are executed, the effect control CPU 101, for example, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set (that is, the first start winning opening 13). 47 (E), there is no allocation for any of the continuous notice effects of any effect mode, and no continuous notice is executed, as shown in FIG. 47 (E). decide. For example, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. In addition, it is decided to execute the continuous notice effect of the effect mode of “reserved ball change”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning port 13), as shown in FIG. 47 (E). In addition, it is decided to execute the continuous notice effect of the effect mode of “reserved ball change”. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the non-reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. 47 (E). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that the super reach is lost at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. 47 (E). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed. Further, for example, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set (that is, when it is determined that a super reach big hit is made at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning port 14), as shown in FIG. 47 (E). In addition, it is determined that there is no allocation for the continuous notice effect of any effect form, and the continuous notice is not executed.

  Next, when it is determined in step S1802 that the continuous notice effect is to be executed (Y in step S1803), the effect control CPU 101 sets the current reserved storage number in the variation counter (step S1804). In this case, when any of the winning determination result 1 flag to the winning determination result 3 flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 stores the first reserved memory stored in the first reserved memory number storage area. The number (see step S652) is set in the variation counter. If any one of the winning determination result 4 flag to the winning determination result 6 flag is set, the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area (see step S655). Set to the fluctuation counter. The variation counter is a counter for counting the number of variation displays executed until the variation display that is the target of determination of the winning determination result specified by the winning determination result specifying command is started. .

  In steps S1802 and S1803, it may be determined whether or not to perform the continuous notice effect by executing a lottery process using random numbers. Then, when it is determined that the continuous notice effect is determined by the lottery process, the effect form to be executed may be determined from the effect forms distributed in the continuous notice distribution table. Also, in the continuous notice allocation table shown in FIG. 46 and FIG. 47, the allocation may be performed so that the selection ratio of each effect mode varies depending on the reliability that is a big hit. For example, each presentation mode may be allocated so that the reliability of the big hit becomes higher in the order of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, “mode transition”, “countdown”, and “change in reserved ball”. . In addition, the allocation method of each production mode that increases the reliability that is a big hit is not limited to such an order, for example, in the reverse order “change in reserved ball”, “countdown”, “mode transition”, “design variation” Allocation may be performed so that the reliability that becomes a big hit becomes higher in the order of “change in the fluctuation pattern of time”. Furthermore, not only in the order of these arrangements, for example, the “mode transition” and “countdown” effects are assigned in the order of arrangement in which the reliability with the biggest jackpot is high, or conversely, the reliability with the biggest jackpot is low. And various ways of allocating the production modes are possible.

  If a plurality of winning determination flags are set, the continuous notice determination process in step S1802 may be executed for all winning determination flags. In this case, for example, the process may proceed to step S1801 after executing step S1805, and the processes of steps S1802 to S1805 may be repeatedly executed until the determination for all winning determination flags is completed.

  If the effect control CPU 101 decides not to execute the continuous notice effect in step S1802 (N in step S1803), the winning determination result flag that is set (winning determination result 1 flag to winning) Any of the determination result 6 flags) is reset (step S1805).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the continuous notice interrupting flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being interrupted is set (step S1806). Note that the continuous notice interruption flag is set in step S1810 described later. If the continuous notice interruption flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 indicates that the continuous notice effect is being executed based on the determination result at the time of winning for the start winning to the second start winning opening 14. It is confirmed whether or not the second continuous notice execution flag is set (step S1807). The second continuous notice execution flag is set in step S1819 described later. If any of the second continuous notice execution flags is set (Y in step S1807), the process proceeds to step S1811.

  If any second continuous notice execution flag is not set (N in step S1807), the effect control CPU 101 performs the continuous notice effect based on the winning determination result for the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13. It is checked whether or not any of the first continuous notice execution flags indicating execution is set (step S1808). The first continuous notice execution flag is set in step S1819 described later. If any of the first continuous notice execution flags is set (Y in step S1808), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S1809). ). If the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1811. If the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 sets the continuous notice interruption flag (step S1810).

  As described above, in this embodiment, the processing of steps S1807 to S1810 is executed, so that the continuous notice effect is being executed based on the winning determination result for the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13. When the execution of the variable display of the second special symbol is interrupted, control is performed to interrupt the continuous notice effect.

  Next, if it is set, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the variation counter (step S1811). Further, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the variation counter after subtraction is 0 (step S1812). If the value of the variation counter is 0, the effect control CPU 101 resets the set continuous notice execution flag (first continuous notice execution flag or second continuous notice execution flag). (Step S1813). By executing such processing, in this embodiment, the continuous notice effect is executed until the display of the change one time before the start of the change subject to the determination at the time of winning, and the determination at the time of winning is determined. The continuous notice execution flag is reset at the start of the subject variable display (the continuous notice effect is not performed during the variable display subject to the winning determination). Note that the continuous notice effect may be executed even during the variable display that is the target of the determination at the time of winning.

  When the continuous notice interruption flag is set in step S1806, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S1814). If the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is not set (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is finished and the variation display of the first special symbol is returned), the continuous notice interruption flag is reset. (Step S1815). Next, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the set first continuous notice execution flag is the first off-line continuous notice execution flag of the first continuous notice execution flags (step S1816). ). The first off-running continuous notice execution flag indicates that a continuous notice effect is being executed based on the determination at the time of winning when the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 becomes “non-reach out”. And is set as one of the first continuous notice execution flags in step S1819 described later. When the first deviation continuous notice execution flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the first deviation continuous notice execution flag (step S1817).

  On the other hand, if the flag for executing the first missed continuous advance notice is not set in step S1816 (in this case, a “super reach miss” or “super reach big hit” is won for the start winning to the first start winning port 13). Based on the time determination, the first reach continuous notice execution flag or the first big hit continuous notice execution flag is set), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S1811.

  As described above, when the process of steps S1814 to S1817 is executed, the second special symbol variation display interrupts and the continuous notice effect is interrupted, and then the first special symbol variation display is restored. When the variation subject to time determination is “non-reach”, the continuous notice effect is ended without continuing the continuous notice effect. In addition, if the variation subject to determination at the time of winning is “Super reach out” or “Super reach jackpot”, after the display returns to the variation display of the first special symbol, the remaining continuous notice effect continues. Executed. With such a configuration, when returning to the continuous notice effect after the change display of the second special symbol has interrupted, at least super reach will be determined, and a big hit will be given to the player after super reach. Expectation can be raised.

  FIG. 48 is an explanatory diagram showing the handling when the change display of the second special symbol is interrupted when the continuous notice effect is executed based on the result of determination at the time of winning for the starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13. is there. Among these, FIG. 48 (A) shows the handling when the change display of the second special symbol is interrupted when the continuous notice effect of “change of the fluctuation pattern at the time of symbol change” or “mode shift” is executed. Show. FIG. 48 (B) shows the handling when the change display of the second special symbol is interrupted when the continuous notice effect of “countdown” or “holding ball change” is being executed.

  In this embodiment, when the change display of the second special symbol is interrupted when the continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination result at the time of winning with respect to the start winning to the first start winning opening 13, the continuous notice effect is given. Is interrupted (see step S1810). In this case, if the change in the first special symbol for which the reason for the execution of the interrupted continuous notice effect is determined is due to the determination at the time of winning as “non-reach”, the second special symbol Even if the change display is ended and the display is returned to the change display of the first special symbol, as shown in FIG. 48, the continuous notice effect is ended without restarting the interrupted continuous notice effect (Y in step S1816). , S1817). In addition, when the variation of the first special symbol is due to the determination of winning out of “super reach loss” or “super reach jackpot”, the variation display of the second special symbol is terminated and the first special symbol is terminated. 48, the remaining continuous notice effects are resumed and executed as shown in FIG. 48 (see N in step S1816). However, if the display result of the variable display of the second special symbol executed by interrupting the continuous notice effect is a big hit, as shown in FIG. 48, the interruption is performed regardless of the reason for executing the interrupted continuous notice effect. The continuous notice effect is ended as it is without restarting the continuous notice effect (see step S887 described later).

  As shown in FIGS. 46 and 47, when it is determined at the time of winning that the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 is “non-reach”, “countdown” and “change in reserved ball” There is no case where a continuous notice effect is executed. Therefore, in this case, as shown in FIG. 48 (B), the change in the first special symbol whose determination is based on the execution reason of the interrupted continuous notice effect is determined to be “non-reach out” at the time of winning. Since there is no case where the continuous notice effect is executed, there is no problem that the variable display of the second special symbol is interrupted and executed.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 48, when the variation display of the second special symbol interrupts during the execution of the continuous notice effect, the notice effect (the relevant Control is performed so as not to execute the effect of giving a notice to the variable display of the second special symbol (see Y of step S1823 described later).

  In this embodiment, the following prohibition processing is performed in addition to the prohibition processing of the continuous notice effect shown in FIG.

(1) If the game machine is a big hit when the power is turned on or the power is restored, the gaming state after the big hit game is indeterminate. Therefore, in such a case, control is performed so as to clear all the information on the current reserved memory number.

(2) When there is a new start winning at the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening 14 during the big hit game state, the game state after the big hit game is uncertain. Therefore, control is performed so as not to perform the process of executing the continuous notice effect for such a start-up prize (see step S216A). Also, control is performed so as not to stack the variation information of the number of reserved storage.

(3) In the case of a high probability state (probability variation state), a short time state, or a high probability state due to sudden probability variation big hit, a winning determination result designation command for determining a winning for the first winning winning opening 13 Is controlled so as not to be transmitted (see step S215A).

(4) When changing from the 92nd time to the 108th time after the transition to the short-time state, the remaining time is short until the end of the short-time state, and the gaming state and the actual state at the time of winning determination are determined according to the timing of transition from the short-time state to the normal state There is a possibility that the game state at the time of change may not match. Therefore, even in the same short time state, when changing from the 92nd time to the 108th time, using a continuous notice allocation table different from the case of changing from the 1st time to the 91st time, Control is performed so that only the continuous notice effect of “ball change” is executed (see FIG. 47).

(5) Further, even when the power saving state is in the time-saving state, the same as (4) can be said because the remaining number of time-saving states is uncertain. For this reason, by using a continuous notice allocation table similar to that used when changing from the 92nd to the 108th time, control is performed so that only the continuous notice effect of “holding ball change” is executed.

(6) Further, when a start prize is received within a very short predetermined period (for example, 30 ms) after starting the variable display, control is performed so that the continuous notice effect is not performed for the start prize.

(7) In addition, control is performed so that the continuous notice effect based on the non-reach losing and the determination at the time of winning is not continuously executed for a predetermined period. For example, when the continuous notice effect based on the determination at the time of winning the non-reach is ended, and then the next continuous notice effect based on the determination at the time of winning the non-reach is made until the variation display is finished 20 times or more. Control not to execute.

  If the first continuous notice execution flag is not set in step S1808 (that is, if any continuous notice execution flag is not set), the effect control CPU 101 sets any winning determination result flag. It is confirmed whether it has been done (step S1818). If set, the production control CPU 101 sets a continuous advance notice execution flag corresponding to the set winning determination result flag (step S1819). Then, the production control CPU 101 resets the set winning determination result flag (step S1820).

  In step S1819, when the winning determination result 1 flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 determines the winning determination when the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 becomes “non-reach”. Based on this, the first off-line continuous notice execution flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed is set. In addition, when the winning determination result 2 flag is set, the continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination at the winning when the “super reach is lost” with respect to the starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13. The first reach continuous advance notice execution flag indicating that it is in progress is set. In addition, when the winning determination result 3 flag is set, a continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination at the winning when the “super reach big hit” is made for the starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13. The first big hit continuous notice execution flag indicating that it is in the middle is set. In addition, when the winning determination result 4 flag is set, if the start winning to the second starting winning port 14 becomes “non-reach”, the continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination at the winning. The second off-running continuous notice execution flag indicating that it is in progress is set. Also, when the winning determination result 5 flag is set, a continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination at the winning when the “super reach is lost” with respect to the starting winning to the second starting winning opening 14. A second reach continuous advance notice execution flag indicating that it is in progress is set. In addition, when the winning determination result 6 flag is set, a continuous notice effect is executed based on the determination at the winning when the “super reach big hit” is made for the starting winning to the second starting winning opening 14. A second big hit continuous advance notice execution flag indicating that it is in the middle is set. Among these continuous notice execution flags, the first missed continuous notice execution flag, the first reach continuous notice execution flag, and the first big hit continuous notice execution flag are the first continuous notice execution flags. . Of these continuous advance notice execution flags, the second outlier continuous advance notice execution flag, the second reach continuous advance notice execution flag, and the second big hit continuous advance notice execution flag are second continuous advance notice execution flags. .

  In step S1819, the continuous notice execution flag is set, and information that can specify the effect mode determined in step S1802 is set. In this case, for example, a flag indicating that the effect mode is “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”, a flag indicating “mode shift”, a flag indicating “countdown”, “holding ball” A flag indicating “change” may be set. Also, for example, when the continuous notice execution flag is composed of a plurality of bits (for example, 1 byte), a value that specifies which effect mode is set in a predetermined bit of the continuous notice execution flag. By which, it may be possible to specify which production mode is determined.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S1821). Next, in the case where the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command) and the continuous notice effect are executed, the effect design (decorative pattern) according to the effect form of the continuous notice effect Display result (stop symbol) is determined (step S1822). In this case, when the effect control CPU 101 does not execute the continuous notice effect, or when executing the effect of the effect other than the “change in the variation pattern at the time of symbol change”, the display designated by the display result designation command. The stop symbol of the effect symbol according to the result is determined. In addition, when the production control CPU 101 executes the continuous production of the production mode of “change in variation pattern at the time of design fluctuation”, the so-called chance design symbol (for example, “223” or “ As shown in FIG. 445, a combination of symbols that are not reach and a symbol that is shifted by one symbol is determined. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  In this embodiment, when the first normal mode is controlled (when the number of fluctuations after the transition to the normal mode is less than 70 times) and when the second normal mode is controlled (after the transition to the normal mode) When the number of fluctuations is 70 times or more), the rate at which the continuous notice effect is executed is changed. That is, although not shown in FIGS. 46 and 47, the ratio of executing the continuous notice effect is low when the first normal mode is controlled, and the continuous notice effect is controlled when the second normal mode is controlled. In the continuous notice allocation table (that is, the first normal mode table and the second normal mode table having different determination value distributions). Is provided). As a result, the execution rate of the continuous notice effect changes between the first normal mode and the second normal mode.

  FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a stop symbol of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 49, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot (when the received display result designation command is a display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 uses the stop design as a stop symbol. A combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are even-numbered symbols (a stop symbol that usually reminds of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. When the received display result designation command indicates a probable big hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 3 designation command), the production control CPU 101 uses odd symbols (probability variation) as 3 symbols as stop symbols. The combination of effect symbols arranged in a stop symbol reminiscent of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. And in the case of detachment (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. When the received display result designation command suddenly shows a probable big hit or small hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command), the CPU 101 for effect control Determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as stop symbols. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol (decoration symbol).

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

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

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the continuous notice interruption flag is set (step S1823). If the continuous notice interruption flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 performs a notice effect (a notice effect other than the continuous notice effect. For example, a step-up notice effect or a mini character notice) on the effect display device 9 while the effect symbol is being displayed. The notice effect setting process for determining whether to execute the effect or setting the effect aspect of the notice effect is executed (step S1824). If the continuous notice interruption flag is set (Y in step S1823), the production control CPU 101 proceeds to step S1825 without executing step S1824.

  In this embodiment, the continuous notice interruption flag is set because the second special symbol is displayed during execution of the continuous notice effect based on the result of determination at the time of winning for the start winning to the first start winning opening 13. Is interrupted and the continuous notice effect is interrupted. Therefore, when the process of step S1823 is executed to interrupt the display of the second special symbol in the middle of the continuous notice effect, the effect display device 9 is displayed during the variable display of the second special symbol. Is controlled so that the notice effect is not executed.

  Next, when executing the variation pattern and the notice effect, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the notice effect (step S1825). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S1826).

  FIG. 50 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol). Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  The process table shown in FIG. 50 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

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

  In addition, the CPU 101 for effect control is based on the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, and sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 27R and 27L as effect parts is executed (step S1827). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio output board 70 in order to output audio from the speakers 27R and 27L.

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

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S1828), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation process (step S803). (Step S1829).

  FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation in-process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol changing process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1841) and subtracts 1 from the value of the change time timer (step S1842). When the process timer times out (step S1843), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S1844). Further, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S1845). If it is determined that a roll-off effect (each transition lottery effect or an accessory drop effect) is to be executed during the latent mode or the normal mode, at a predetermined timing (for example, during high-speed fluctuation of the effect symbol) in the process of step S1845. Execute the production.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether any of the continuous notice execution flags is set (step S1846). If any continuous notice execution flag is set, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the continuous notice interruption flag is set (step S1847). If the continuous notice interrupting flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 follows the effect form determined in the continuous notice determination process in step S1802 according to the “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change”, “mode shift”, “countdown”. ”Or“ change in reserved ball ”is executed to execute a continuous notice effect (step 1848). On the other hand, if the continuous notice interruption flag is set in step S1847 (that is, if the continuous notice effect is being interrupted), the process proceeds to step S1849 without executing step S1848.

  Next, if the change time timer has timed out (step S1849), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change stop process (step S804) (step S1851). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S1850), the process proceeds to step S1851. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 52 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set, the confirmed command reception flag is reset. In step S852, control is performed to derive and display the stop symbol in accordance with the data stored in the effect symbol display result storage area (data indicating the stop symbol) (step S853). Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit (step S855). Whether it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit is confirmed, for example, by a display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. In this embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit according to the determined stop symbol.

  If it is determined to be a big hit or a small hit, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display process (step S805) (step S856).

  When it is determined that neither the big hit nor the small hit is made, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S800). S857).

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

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S805) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 receives any jackpot start designation command reception flag (a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag indicating that a jackpot start 1 designation command has been received, or a jackpot start 2 designation command has been received). It is confirmed whether the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag shown or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag) indicating that the small hit / sudden probability big hit start designation command has been received is set (step S871). . If any one of the jackpot start designation command reception flags has been set, control is performed to display a game start screen corresponding to the set flag on the effect display device 9 (step S872). Also, the set flag (big hit start 1 designation command reception flag, big hit start 2 designation command reception flag, or small hit / sudden probability sudden hit big start start command reception flag) is reset (step S873). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S806) (step S874).

  In addition, a process process for displaying a small hit is provided separately from the process for displaying a big hit. Sufficient time (for example, 0.5 seconds) may be produced in the same manner as in the case of sudden big hit.

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

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

  FIG. 54 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the jackpot end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the jackpot end effect timer is set (step S880). If the big hit end effect timer is set, the process proceeds to step S885. When the jackpot end effect timer is not set, a jackpot end designation command reception flag (a jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag, a jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag, a small hit / sudden suddenly indicating that a jackpot end designation command has been received) It is confirmed whether or not the probability variation big hit end command reception flag) is set (step S881). When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set, the jackpot end designation command reception flag (the jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag, the jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag, or the small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot termination designation command reception flag) ) Is reset (step S882), a value corresponding to the jackpot end display time is set in the jackpot end effect timer (step S883), and the jackpot end screen (screen for informing the end of the jackpot game) is displayed on the effect display device 9 Is displayed (step S884). Specifically, an instruction to display the big hit end screen is given to the VDP 109.

  In step S885, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end effect timer. Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end effect timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end effect time has elapsed (step S886). If not, the process ends. When the jackpot end effect time has elapsed, the effect control CPU 101, if set, sets the continuous notice execution flag (in this embodiment, the first off-line continuous notice execution flag, the first reach continuous flag). The advance notice execution flag or the first big hit continuous advance notice execution flag) and the continuous advance notice interruption flag are reset (step S887). When the process of step S887 is executed and the change display of the second special symbol is executed in the middle of the continuous notice effect, and the change display result of the second special symbol is a big hit. Is controlled to end the continuous notice effect as it is without continuing the interrupted remaining continuous notice effect.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S892).

  Next, a specific example of the production mode of the continuous notice effect will be described. FIG. 55 to FIG. 58 are explanatory diagrams showing a specific example of the production mode of the continuous notice effect. Among these, FIG. 55 shows a specific example of the production mode of the continuous notice effect of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation”. FIG. 56 shows a specific example of the effect mode of the continuous notice effect of “mode shift”. FIG. 57 shows a specific example of the effect of the “countdown” continuous notice effect. FIG. 58 shows a specific example of the effect of the continuous notice effect of “reserved ball change”. In FIGS. 55 to 58, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), (3). Also, in the examples shown in FIGS. 55 to 58, the winning determination is made for the start winning to the first start winning opening 13, and the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol. In this case, a continuous notice effect is shown, but the determination at the time of winning is made for the start winning to the second start winning opening 14, and the change of the effect symbol is synchronized with the change display of the second special symbol. Even when the continuous notice effect is performed while the display is being executed, the continuous notice effect is executed in the same effect manner.

  First, with reference to FIG. 55, a specific example of the effect mode of the continuous notice effect “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 55, first, as shown in FIG. 55 (2), when the change display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the change display of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. 55 (1). It is assumed that there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a winning effect process based on the newly-started winning (see step S217A). Then, a winning determination result designation command corresponding to the winning determination result is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S218A). Further, the updated first reserved memory number designation command is transmitted (see step S218A), and the production control microcomputer 100 is based on the received first reserved memory number designation command as shown in FIG. 55 (2). Then, the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is increased by 1 (see step S653). Then, as shown in FIG. 55 (3), it is assumed that the variation time has ended, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of 1 stored memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that “the variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is the effect of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning. It is assumed that “change” is determined, and the chance symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S1822). Then, as shown in FIG. 55 (5), the variable time ends, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 determines the chance eye symbol as the stop symbol of the effect symbol based on the fact that “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is determined as the effect mode of the continuous notice effect. (Refer to step S1822). Further, as shown in FIG. 55 (6), a predetermined effect is performed, for example, a display in such a manner that a flash shines above the display screen of the effect display device 9 when the effect symbol starts to change (see step S1848). The predetermined effect performed at the start of the change of the effect symbol is not limited to the one shown in FIG. 55, and for example, a movable member (for example, a character or the like) provided above, below or on the side of the effect display device 9 is simulated. The movable object having the shape described above may be moved at the start of fluctuation, or a predetermined lamp may be turned on or blinked at the start of fluctuation. Further, for example, the way of starting the change of the design at the start of the change of the effect design may be made different from normal. For example, in the case where the left, middle, and right production symbols usually start to change at the same time, the left, middle, and right production symbols start to change at different timings, or once start to change upward (or downward) As shown in FIG. 5, the fluctuation may be started downward (or upward). Conversely, in FIG. 55 (5), the way of stopping the variation of the symbols may be different from the normal one. For example, the symbols may be stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, but the symbols may be stopped in the order of left, middle, and right.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 55 (7), the change display of the effect symbol is executed (see step S1845), and as shown in FIG. The chance symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 determines the chance eye symbol as the stop symbol of the effect symbol based on the fact that “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is determined as the effect mode of the continuous notice effect. (Refer to step S1822). Further, as shown in FIG. 55 (9), a predetermined effect is performed, for example, a display in such a manner that a flash shines above the display screen of the effect display device 9 when the effect symbol starts to change (see step S1848).

  Thereafter, the continuous notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the object of the determination at the time of winning is started. Furthermore, the notice effect in the same effect mode may be executed when the variable display based on the start winning that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is executed.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 56, a specific example of the effect mode of the continuous notice effect of “mode shift” will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 56, first, as shown in FIG. 56 (2), when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. 56 (1). It is assumed that there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a winning effect process based on the newly-started winning (see step S217A). Then, a winning determination result designation command corresponding to the winning determination result is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S218A). Also, the updated first reserved memory number designation command is transmitted (see step S218A), and the production control microcomputer 100 is based on the received first reserved memory number designation command as shown in FIG. 56 (2). Then, the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is increased by 1 (see step S653). Then, as shown in FIG. 56 (3), it is assumed that the variation time has ended, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 determines “mode shift” as the production mode of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning being set. And Then, based on the fact that “mode shift” is determined as the production mode, as shown in FIG. 56 (4), the background currently displayed on the display screen of the production display device 9 during the variation display of the production symbol. Another background screen is interrupted from the side of the screen, and the two background screens are brought together (for example, the ocean background screen and the mountain background screen are produced together) (See step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, as shown in FIG. 56 (5), an effect that is finally pushed back to the original background screen is executed (see step S1848). The final stop symbol (in FIG. 56 (5), the off symbol) is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that “mode transition” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the effect display device 9 during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 56 (6). In the display screen, another background screen is interrupted from the side of the currently displayed background screen, and the two background screens collide with each other (for example, the sea background screen and the mountain background screen meet each other) Such an effect) is executed (see step S1848). When the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, an effect that is finally pushed back to the original background screen is executed as shown in FIG. 56 (7) (see step S1848). The final stop symbol (the off symbol in FIG. 56 (7)) is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that “mode shift” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the effect display device 9 during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 56 (8). In the display screen, another background screen is interrupted from the side of the currently displayed background screen, and the two background screens collide with each other (for example, the sea background screen and the mountain background screen meet each other) Such an effect) is executed (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, as shown in FIG. 56 (9), an effect that is finally pushed back to the original background screen is executed (see step S1848). The final stop symbol (in FIG. 56 (9), the off symbol) is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  In the above-described manner, the continuous notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the object of the determination at the time of winning is started. Furthermore, the notice effect in the same effect mode may be executed when the variable display based on the start winning that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is executed. In this case, when the display result of the variable display based on the start winning that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is “big hit”, for example, after performing the effect in such a manner that the two background screens overlap each other, Alternatively, the background screen that has interrupted from the side wins and the background screen is switched, and the jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol. In addition, the mode of the continuous notice effect of “mode transition” is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, instead of being pushed back to the original background screen at the end of each change display, You may make it perform the effect of the aspect from which a background screen changes for every display.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 57, a specific example of the production mode of the “countdown” continuous notice effect will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 57, first, as shown in FIG. 57 (2), when the change display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the change display of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. 57 (1). It is assumed that there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a winning effect process based on the newly-started winning (see step S217A). Then, a winning determination result designation command corresponding to the winning determination result is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S218A). Further, the updated first reserved memory number designation command is transmitted (see step S218A), and the production control microcomputer 100 is based on the received first reserved memory number designation command as shown in FIG. 57 (2). Then, the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is increased by 1 (see step S653). Then, as shown in FIG. 57 (3), it is assumed that the variation time has ended, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 determines “countdown” as the production mode of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning being set. To do. Then, based on the fact that “countdown” has been determined as the effect mode, as shown in FIG. 57 (4), during the display of variation of the effect symbol, “Count 3!” Or the like is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. The effect is displayed as if the character string was displayed and the countdown was started (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, the final stop symbol (the symbol that is out of FIG. 57 (5)) is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 57 (5) (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that “countdown” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays the effect display device 9 during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 57 (6). A character string such as “Count 2!” Is displayed on the screen, and the effect is such that the countdown continues (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, as shown in FIG. 57 (7), the final stop symbol (the symbol that is out of FIG. 57 (7)) is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that “countdown” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays the effect display device 9 during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 57 (8). A character string such as “Count 1!” Is displayed on the screen, and an effect is produced in which the countdown continues (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time is over and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, the final stop symbol (the symbol that is off in FIG. 57 (9)) is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 57 (9) (see step S853).

  In the above-described manner, the continuous notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the object of the determination at the time of winning is started.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 58, a specific example of the effect mode of the continuous notice effect of “reserved ball change” will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 58, first, as shown in FIG. 58 (2), when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. 58 (1). It is assumed that there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a winning effect process based on the newly-started winning (see step S217A). Then, a winning determination result designation command corresponding to the winning determination result is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S218A). Further, the updated first reserved memory number designation command is transmitted (see step S218A), and the production control microcomputer 100 is based on the received first reserved memory number designation command as shown in FIG. 58 (2). Then, the display of the first reserved memory number in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is increased by 1 (see step S653). Then, as shown in FIG. 58 (3), it is assumed that the variation time has ended, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 determines “holding ball change” as the production mode of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning is set. Shall. Then, based on the fact that the “reserved ball change” is determined as the effect mode, as shown in FIG. 58 (4), during the variation display of the effect symbol, the first hold memory display unit 18c is subject to the determination at the time of winning. The display of the first reserved storage number that has become is changed to a display in a different form from normal (star display in the example shown in FIG. 58 (4)) (see step S1848). In the example shown in FIG. 58, after the winning determination is made, the continuous notice effect of the “pending ball change” effect mode is started from the time of the next start of variation display. When the determination result designation command is received, the display of the first reserved memory number that is the object of the determination at the time of winning may be changed to a display different from the normal display to start the continuous notice effect. Then, when the variation time is over and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, the final stop symbol (the symbol that is off in FIG. 58 (5)) is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 58 (5) (see step S853). As shown in FIG. 58 (5), the display of the first reserved memory number that is the target of the determination at the time of winning in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is continuously displayed in a different form (FIG. 58). 58 (5), star display).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of 1 stored memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that the “pending ball change” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the first hold storage during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 58 (6). In the display unit 18c, the display of the first reserved memory number that is the target of the determination at the time of winning is continued in a different form from the normal display (in the example shown in FIG. 58 (6), star display) (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time is over and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, the final stop symbol (the symbol that is off in FIG. 58 (7)) is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 58 (7) (see step S853). As shown in FIG. 58 (7), the display of the first reserved memory number that is the object of the determination at the time of winning in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is continuously displayed in a different form (FIG. 58). 58 (7), star display).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of 1 stored memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. Further, based on the fact that the “holding ball change” is determined as the effect mode, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the first hold storage during the effect symbol variation display as shown in FIG. 58 (8). In the display unit 18c, the display of the first reserved memory number that is the object of the determination at the time of winning is continuously displayed in a different form (star display in the example shown in FIG. 58 (8)) (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, as shown in FIG. 58 (9), the final stop symbol (disconnected symbol in FIG. 58 (9)) is stopped and displayed (see step S853). As shown in FIG. 58 (9), the display of the first reserved memory number that is the target of the determination at the time of winning in the first reserved memory display unit 18c is continuously displayed in a different form (FIG. 58). 58 (9), star display).

  In the above-described manner, the continuous notice effect is executed in the same effect manner until the variable display based on the start winning that is the object of the determination at the time of winning is started.

  Further, in this embodiment, a variation pattern with pseudo-continuations as the variation pattern (non-reach PA1-4, normal PB2-1, normal PB2-2, super PA3-1, super PA3-2, normal PB2 shown in FIG. 6). -3, normal PB2-4, super PA3-3, super PA3-4, and special PG1-3) are determined, a pseudo-series effect may be executed during the variation display of the effect symbol. FIG. 59 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of a pseudo-continuous rendering mode. In FIG. 59, the aspect of the effect screen changes in the order of (1) (2) (3). In addition, in the example shown in FIG. 59, a case is shown in which pseudo-continuation is performed when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, but the variation display of the second special symbol is performed. In the case where the pseudo-run is performed when the effect symbol variation display is executed in synchronization with the pseudo-run, the pseudo-run is executed in the same effect mode.

  In the example shown in FIG. 59, first, as shown in FIG. 59 (2), when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol as shown in FIG. 59 (1). It is assumed that there is a start prize at the first start prize opening 13. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits the updated first reserved memory number designation command based on the newly received start prize (see step S218A). Further, as shown in FIG. 59 (2), the production control microcomputer 100 displays 1 of the first reserved memory number on the first reserved memory display unit 18c based on the received first reserved memory number designation command. Increase (see step S653). Then, as shown in FIG. 59 (3), it is assumed that the variation time has ended, the symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the off symbol is stopped and displayed (see step S853).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the first reserved memory number designation command, and, as shown in FIG. The display of the number of one hold memory is reduced by 1 (see step S653), and the next effect design variable display is started. In this case, it is assumed that the production control microcomputer 100 has received a variation pattern command for designating a variation pattern with a pseudo-ream. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 determines a chance symbol as a temporary stop symbol of the production symbol based on the reception of the variation pattern command that designates the variation pattern accompanied by the pseudo-ream. Then, as shown in FIG. 59 (5), when the temporary stop timing of the temporary stop symbol comes, the chance symbol is temporarily stopped.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 starts re-variation of the production symbol as shown in FIG. 59 (6). In this case, as shown in FIG. 59 (6), a predetermined effect is performed, for example, a display in which a flash is emitted above the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the start of re-variation of the effect symbol. Note that the predetermined effect performed at the start of re-variation is not limited to the one shown in FIG. 59, and for example, a movable member (for example, a character or the like) provided above, below, or on the side of the effect display device 9 is imitated. A movable object having a shape) may be moved at the start of re-variation, or a predetermined lamp may be turned on or blinked at the start of re-variation. Further, for example, the way of starting the variation of the symbol at the start of re-variation may be different from the normal one. For example, in the case where the left, middle, and right production symbols usually start to change at the same time, the left, middle, and right production symbols start to change at different timings, or once start to change upward (or downward) As shown in FIG. 5, the fluctuation may be started downward (or upward). Conversely, in FIG. 59 (5), the method of temporarily stopping the fluctuation of the symbols may be different from the normal one. For example, the symbols may be temporarily stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, but the symbols may be temporarily stopped in the order of left, middle, and right. In addition, since it is not a case where a new fluctuation | variation is started, as shown in FIG. 59 (6), the display of the 1st reservation memory number in the 1st reservation memory display part 18c does not change.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 59 (7), the effect symbol variation display is executed (see step S1845), and when the temporary stop timing of the next temporary stop symbol is reached as shown in FIG. The symbol is displayed temporarily.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 starts re-variation of the production symbol as shown in FIG. 59 (9). In this case, as shown in FIG. 59 (9), a predetermined effect is performed, such as a display in which a flash is lit above the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the start of re-variation of the effect symbol.

  The pseudo-continuous effect is executed by repeatedly executing the temporary stop display of the chance symbol and the re-variation in the above manner. As described above, in this embodiment, the continuous notice effect of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change” shown in FIG. 55 and the pseudo-rendition effect shown in FIG. 59 are executed in a common effect mode. Therefore, even if the same aspect of the effect is executed, the player can be given a sense of expectation that it may be a continuous notice effect or may be a pseudo-ream, and the interest in the game can be improved. it can.

  Next, the execution timing of the continuous notice effect will be described. FIG. 60 is an explanatory diagram showing the execution timing of the continuous notice effect. In the example shown in FIG. 60, a case where a new start winning is generated during the variation display of the special symbol and the effect symbol is shown. In the example shown in FIG. 60, as an example, a case where a continuous notice effect of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change” is executed is shown, but execution when a continuous notice effect of another effect form is executed. The timing is the same.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 detects a new start winning to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 (see Steps S311 and S313), the winning effect processing (see Steps S217A and S217B) is performed. Execute and determine when winning. If a new start winning is detected in the first start winning opening 13, it is not in the high base state (probability change state or short time state) and is not in the big hit gaming state (see steps S215A and S216A). Then, the winning time effect process is executed to determine the winning time. Then, a winning determination result designation command is transmitted based on the determination result of winning determination (see steps S218A and S218B).

  Next, a variation pattern command, a display result designation command, and a reserved storage number designation command (a first reserved memory number designation command or a second reserved memory number designation command) are received, and the next variation display is started. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that “the variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is the effect of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning. It is assumed that “change” is determined, and the chance symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S1822). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the current reserved memory number (“3” in the example shown in FIG. 60) in the variation counter based on the received reserved memory number designation command (see step S1804). Then, the fluctuation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 60 (see step S853).

  When starting the next variation display, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the variation counter (see step S1811). Then, based on the fact that the value of the variation counter is 2, as shown in FIG. 60, display is performed in such a manner that the flash is lit above the display screen of the effect display device 9 when the effect symbol starts to change. By performing the predetermined effect (see step S1848), the continuous notice effect is continuously executed. Then, the fluctuation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 60 (see step S853).

  When starting the next variation display, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the variation counter (see step S1811). Then, based on the fact that the value of the variation counter is 1, as shown in FIG. 60, display is performed in such a manner that the flash is lit above the display screen of the effect display device 9 when the effect symbol starts to change. By performing the predetermined effect (see step S1848), the continuous notice effect is continuously executed. Then, the fluctuation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 60 (see step S853).

  When starting the next variation display (variation display subject to determination at the time of winning), the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the variation counter (see step S1811), and the variation counter Based on the fact that the value of becomes zero, the set continuous notice execution flag is reset (steps S1812 and S1813), and the continuous notice effect is ended.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 60, the case where the continuous notice effect is performed during the variation display until the variation display immediately before the variation display subjected to the determination at the time of winning is shown. However, the continuous notice effect may be executed even during the variable display that is the target of determination at the time of winning. In this embodiment, since the continuous notice effect is not executed in the variable display that is the target of determination at the time of winning, both the continuous notice effect and the super reach effect are displayed during one variable display. It is executed to prevent the production from becoming too unnatural (especially, the production is surely prevented from becoming too busy just before the end of the variable display). If a continuous notice effect is to be executed even during the fluctuation display subject to the determination at the time of winning, the continuous notice effect is executed before the super reach effect during the variable display is executed. It is only necessary that the production of super reach be executed after the completion of.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state (low base state), the frequency of the variable winning ball device 15 is extremely low, and the gaming state is the probability change state or the short time state (high base state). ), The frequency with which the variable winning ball apparatus is opened is increased. For this reason, when the gaming state is the normal state, it is rare for the game ball to start winning a prize at the second start winning opening 14, and the first special symbol variation display is mainly executed continuously. In addition, when the gaming state is a probable change state or a short time state, the frequency at which the game ball starts and wins at the second start winning opening 14 is increased, and the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed. Mainly, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed continuously. However, even if the game state is the normal state, the game ball may start and win at the second start winning port 14 at a low frequency, and the variation display of the second special symbol may be executed. In this case, if there is a start prize for the second start prize opening 14 during the execution of the continuous notice effect based on the determination result at the time of winning with respect to the start prize to the first start prize opening 13, the middle of the continuous notice effect is given. Then, the change display of the second special symbol is interrupted. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the change display of the second special symbol interrupts during the continuous notice effect, the continuous notice effect is controlled to be interrupted.

  Hereinafter, the production timing when the continuous notice production is interrupted will be described. 61 and 62 are explanatory diagrams showing the production timing when the continuous notice production is interrupted. Among these, FIG. 61 shows the continuous notice effect that is executed based on the determination of “super reach out” or “super reach big hit” in the determination at the time of winning with respect to the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13. The production timing in the case of interruption is shown. In addition, FIG. 62 shows the performance timing when the continuous notice effect that is executed based on the determination of “non-reach” is determined in the determination at the time of winning with respect to the start winning to the first start winning opening 13. Show.

  In the example shown in FIG. 61 and FIG. 62, as an example, a case where a continuous notice effect of “change in variation pattern at the time of symbol change” is executed is shown, but a continuous notice effect of another effect form is executed. The production timing in this case is also the same. In the example shown in FIGS. 61 and 62, it is assumed that the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 during the execution of the continuous notice effect is determined as non-reach or non-reach as a variable display result.

  First, referring to FIG. 61, the continuous advance notice that is executed based on the determination of “super reach out” or “super reach big hit” in the determination at the time of winning with respect to the start winning to the first starting winning opening 13. The production timing when the production is interrupted will be described.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 detects a new start prize to the first start prize opening 13 (see step S311), it executes a prize-time effect process (see step S217A) and performs a prize determination. When it is determined that “super reach loss” or “super reach jackpot” is reached, a winning determination result designation command is transmitted (see step S218A).

  Next, a fluctuation pattern command, a display result designation command, and a first reserved storage number designation command are received, and the next fluctuation display is started. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that “the variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is the effect of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning. It is assumed that “change” is determined, and the chance symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S1822). Then, when the variation time ends, a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 61 (see step S853).

  Further, when starting the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 61, the production control microcomputer 100 displays an aspect in which a flash shines above the display screen of the production display device 9 when the production symbol variation starts. By performing a predetermined effect such as performing (see step S1848), the continuous notice effect is continuously executed. Then, when the variation time ends, a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 61 (see step S853).

  Here, as shown in FIG. 61, it is assumed that the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs during the execution of the continuous notice effect. In such a case, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 61, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority. Therefore, if the second special symbol change display is executed even during execution of the continuous notice effect, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a continuous notice interruption flag as shown in FIG. Control is performed to interrupt the continuous notice effect (see steps S1809 and S1810). When the production control microcomputer 100 performs the change display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the change display of the second special symbol during the interruption of the continuous notice effect, the other announcement effect is displayed during the change display. (See Y of step S1823).

  When the variation display of the second special symbol is finished and the state is returned to the state where the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the continuous notice interruption flag is reset (see step S1815), as shown in FIG. , Resume the remaining continuous notice effect. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 61, when the display of the effect symbol is started in synchronization with the next variable display of the first special symbol, the flash appears above the display screen of the effect display device 9. The continuous notice effect is resumed by performing a predetermined effect such as displaying a certain aspect (see step S1848). Then, when the variation time ends, a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 61 (see step S853).

  Next, referring to FIG. 62, when the continuous notice effect that is executed based on the determination of “non-reach” is made in the determination at the time of winning with respect to the starting winning to the first starting winning opening 13 is interrupted. The production timing will be described.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 detects a new start prize to the first start prize opening 13 (see step S311), it executes a prize-time effect process (see step S217A) and performs a prize determination. When it is determined that “non-reach” is detected, a winning determination result designation command is transmitted (see step S218A).

  Next, a fluctuation pattern command, a display result designation command, and a first reserved storage number designation command are received, and the next fluctuation display is started. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that “the variation pattern at the time of symbol variation” is the effect of the continuous notice effect in the continuous notice determination process (see step S1802) based on the determination result flag at the time of winning. It is assumed that “change” is determined, and the chance symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the effect symbol (see step S1822). Then, the fluctuation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 62 (see step S853).

  Further, when starting the next variation display, as shown in FIG. 62, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays a mode in which a flash is emitted above the display screen of the effect display device 9 when the effect symbol variation starts. By performing a predetermined effect such as performing (see step S1848), the continuous notice effect is continuously executed. Then, the fluctuation time ends and a symbol confirmation designation command is received, and the chance symbol symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 62 (see step S853).

  Here, as shown in FIG. 62, it is assumed that the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs during the execution of the continuous notice effect. In such a case, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 62, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority. Therefore, if the second special symbol change display is executed even when the continuous notice effect is being executed, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the continuous notice interruption flag as shown in FIG. Control is performed to interrupt the continuous notice effect (see steps S1809 and S1810). When the production control microcomputer 100 performs the change display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the change display of the second special symbol during the interruption of the continuous notice effect, the other announcement effect is displayed during the change display. (See Y of step S1823).

  When the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is finished and the state returns to the state in which the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed, the continuous notice interruption flag is reset (see step S1815), and the first deviation continuous notice is given. The execution flag is reset (see steps S1816 and S1817), and control is performed so as to end the continuous notice effect. In other words, when the determination result that is the reason for executing the continuous notice effect is “non-reach”, as shown in FIG. 62, after the continuous notice effect is interrupted, the variable display of the second special symbol is displayed. Control is performed so that the continuous notice effect is ended as it is without resuming the continuous notice effect even if it is finished.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, if the number of fluctuations after being controlled in the latent mode is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, 30 times), the probability that the background falls (the effect mode falls) is increased. Since each of the high transition lottery effects (strong effect where the background color at the time of fading out becomes white) is executed at a high rate, the player feels that the possibility of being controlled to a probable state is low ( Recognition) and the actual control (the contents of each transition lottery effect, which is a kind of turn effect) can be eliminated, and as a result, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, in this embodiment, since control is made to shift to the latent mode in response to the occurrence of sudden probability change big hit (no time reduction) or small hit, the expectation for the occurrence of sudden probability change big hit (with time reduction) (ie It is possible to have a sense of expectation for the transition to the short state at the time of probability change), and it is possible to have a sense of expectation for the transition to the state of the probability variation even if there is no sudden probability big hit (with a short time).

  Further, in this embodiment, since a plurality of types of backgrounds in the latent mode are provided and the background is changed based on the execution of each transition lottery effect, variations in the effects in the latent mode Can increase the interest of the game.

  In this embodiment, the first normal mode in which each transition lottery effect can be executed (the normal mode when the number of changes after transition to the normal mode is less than a predetermined number (for example, 70 times)), and each transition lottery The second normal mode in which the effect is not executed (the normal mode in the case where the number of fluctuations after the transition to the normal mode is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, 70 times)) is provided, and when the first normal mode is controlled and 2 Since the execution rate (appearance rate) of the continuous notice effect changes depending on when it is controlled in the normal mode, even when the mode is shifted to the normal mode, the execution rate of the continuous notice effect is noticed. It is possible to give a sense of expectation that the state is controlled to a certain change state. In the above embodiment, the same background (normal background) is displayed in the first normal mode and in the second normal mode. However, different backgrounds may be displayed. .

  In addition, when the power failure recovery command is received, the effect mode is controlled to the second normal mode, so that any effect mode is controlled when power supply to the gaming machine is started. It is difficult to recognize whether or not the joyfulness is too much. That is, for example, when the power is turned on in the morning, the gaming control microcomputer 560 is backed up, so that the gaming state at the time of yesterday's power shutdown (when the power is stopped) may be reflected (recovered). . In this case, if the background of the screen of the effect display device 9 is changed in accordance with the game state, a gaming machine that is likely to make a big hit will be recognized, and the gambling ability of the player will be overwhelmed. Therefore, even in such a case, by controlling the effect mode to the second normal mode, it is difficult to recognize the gaming state when the power is turned on, and it is possible to prevent the gambling ability from being overwhelmed.

  Further, in this embodiment, two special symbols are provided, the start special prize of the second special symbol is digested preferentially, and the second special symbol is started in the short-time state or the short-time state (high base state). It is configured so that winnings are likely to occur, and the probability of occurrence for sudden probability variation jackpots of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (distribution of the jackpot type determination table) is different, so in the high base state The player can be discouraged and the player's profit can be increased.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning opening 13, does the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol performed for the first reserved memory become a big hit? It is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the second special symbol performed for the second reserved memory is a big hit when the game ball is won at the second start winning opening 14 To do. In addition, when one hold memory is stored as the first hold memory or the second hold memory, until the variable display performed on the one hold memory is started, when winning the prize for the one hold memory Based on the determination result of the determination, a pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) for the one hold storage is executed using predetermined effect means (for example, effect display device 9) provided in the gaming machine. In this case, in this embodiment, in the big hit gaming state, control is performed so as to limit the execution of the winning determination based on the start winning winning in the first starting winning opening 13. Further, even in the high base state (probability change state or short time state), control is performed so as to limit the execution of the determination at the time of winning based on starting winning at the first starting winning port 13. Therefore, by making it impossible to recognize the possibility that the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol will be a big hit during the big hit gaming state or the high base state, the big hit is continuously generated by the technical intervention of the player. Thus, it is possible to prevent deliberately aiming for more than the expected number of prize balls.

  For example, as shown in this embodiment, it is provided with a plurality of special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, and after the big hit game is finished, it shifts to a high base state (probability variation state or short time state), and priority is given to the variation display of the second special symbol. In the case of execution, if the pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) is configured to be executable, the pre-reading notice is executed based on the fact that the game ball has started and won the first start winning opening 13 during the big hit game or the high base state. Therefore, the player recognizes that there is a high possibility that the variation display result of the first special symbol executed after the end of the big hit game or during the advantageous game state will be a big hit. In this embodiment, when the game shifts to the high base state after the big hit game is finished, the start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 becomes easy and the change display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed. From the above, the variation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed so that the start winning to the second starting prize opening 14 is not interrupted, and the expected jackpot as the variation display result of the first special symbol is retained. It becomes possible to aim at the big hit based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol. Then, it is easy to be targeted by the technical intervention of the player, and the number of big hits based on the fluctuation display of the first special symbol and the big hit based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously generated. There is a risk that the prize ball will be deliberately targeted and the gambling will become too high. Therefore, in this embodiment, by making it impossible to recognize the possibility that the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol becomes a big hit during the big hit gaming state or the high base state, the big hit by the player's technical intervention Are generated in succession to prevent deliberately aiming for more than the expected number of prize balls.

  In the above-described embodiment, the appearance ratio of the roaring effect (each transition lottery effect, the accessory drop effect) is changed according to the number of changes. You may do it. For example, the transition lottery effect fades out with a sound effect up to 30 times of variation, and the transition lottery effect fades out without a sound effect in each transition lottery effect after 30 times. According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a turn-off effect in a production mode according to the player's experience (expectation), and to further improve the interest of the game.

  In the above embodiment, the normal mode is the effect mode having a lower probability of probability change than the latent mode (background A, B). However, the effect mode (normal state determination) that determines that the gaming state is the normal state. Production mode). In other words, there is a possibility that the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state even in the normal mode, but it may be configured to be able to shift to the normal mode only when the gaming state is the normal state.

  In this embodiment, the winning determination is not performed in the big hit gaming state or the high base state (in the case of the big hit gaming state or the high base state by steps S215A and S216A). In the example, the pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) is not performed so that the possibility of a big hit cannot be recognized. It is also possible to perform a time determination and transmit a winning determination result designation command, and determine whether or not the effect control microcomputer 100 is in a big hit gaming state or a high base state, When in a big hit game state or in a high base state, a pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) is not performed even if a winning judgment result designation command is received. It may be controlled so.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display of the second special symbol is started during execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is not in the reach state, The first reserved memory that is started before the variable display of the first special symbol that is the target of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) that is executed after the variable display of the second special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol. In the variable display of the first special symbol, execution of a continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is prohibited. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the continuity of the continuous production (continuous notice effect) is impaired due to the variable display of the other second special symbol being interrupted during the continuous effect (continuous notice effect). It is possible to prevent a situation in which the production mode of production is not suitable. Therefore, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, it is possible to prevent the contents of the effects from becoming unnatural without increasing the processing burden when performing the continuous effects (continuous notice effects). it can. In addition, when the variable display of the second special symbol is started during the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is not in the reach state, the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is continued as it is. By ending, it is possible to notify the player early that it will not reach the reach state.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the variable display of the second special symbol that does not become a big hit is started during the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is in the reach state. Sometimes, the variable display of the second special symbol prohibits the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect), while the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) executed after the variable display of the second special symbol ends. In addition, in the variable display of the first special symbol stored in the first reserved memory that is started before the variable display of the first special symbol, the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is resumed. Further, when the variable display of the second special symbol that is a big hit is started during the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is in the reach state, the second special symbol of the second special symbol is displayed. The first special symbol in the first reserved memory that is started before the variable display of the first special symbol that is the target of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) executed after the variable display and the variable display of the second special symbol are finished. In the variable display, continuous execution (continuous notice effect) is prohibited. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the continuity of the continuous production (continuous notice effect) is impaired due to the variable display of the other second special symbol being interrupted during the continuous effect (continuous notice effect). It is possible to prevent a situation in which the production mode of production is not suitable. Therefore, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, it is possible to prevent the contents of the effects from becoming unnatural without increasing the processing burden when performing the continuous effects (continuous notice effects). it can. Further, if the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is resumed after the variable display of the second special symbol is completed, it is determined that the reach state is reached, and the interest in the game can be improved. Further, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable due to the continuous performance (continuous notice performance) being continued unnecessarily after the big hit.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display of the second special symbol that does not become a big hit is started during the execution of the continuous presentation (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is a big hit. In the variable display of the second special symbol, the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is prohibited, while the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) executed after the variable display of the second special symbol is ended. In the variable display of the first special symbol stored in the first reserved memory that is started before the variable display of the first special symbol, the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is resumed. When the variable display of the second special symbol that is a big hit is started during the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol that is a big hit, the variable of the second special symbol is started. The first special symbol in the first reserved memory that is started before the variable display of the first special symbol that is the target of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) executed after the display and the variable display of the second special symbol is finished. In variable display, execution of a continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is prohibited. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the continuity of the continuous production (continuous notice effect) is impaired due to the variable display of the other second special symbol being interrupted during the continuous effect (continuous notice effect). It is possible to prevent a situation in which the production mode of production is not suitable. Therefore, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of special symbol indicators 8a and 8b, it is possible to prevent the contents of the effects from becoming unnatural without increasing the processing burden when performing the continuous effects (continuous notice effects). it can. Further, if the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) is resumed after the variable display of the second special symbol is ended, the expectation of a big hit is increased, so that the interest in the game can be improved. Further, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable due to the continuous performance (continuous notice performance) being continued unnecessarily after the big hit.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display of the second special symbol is started during the execution of the continuous effect (continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the first special symbol, the notice effect is executed. Ban. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which a continuous effect (continuous notice effect) and another notice effect are executed in a mixed manner and confuse the player.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed based on the start winning at the first start winning opening 13, the second winning based on the start winning at the second starting winning opening 14 is performed. Compared to the case where the special symbol variation display is executed, it is decided to make a small hit at a high rate. Therefore, by suppressing the occurrence frequency of the small hit game based on the start winning to the second start winning opening 14, it can be understood that it was a small hit game despite expecting a sudden probability change big hit game in the high base state. It is possible to suppress a situation in which a situation in which the player is discouraged more than necessary is prevented, and a situation in which the player is disadvantaged more than necessary can be prevented.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the variation pattern type determination table for detachment to change the variation pattern type of the effect symbol to the variation pattern type including the variation pattern with super reach, It is determined as one of a plurality of variation pattern types including a variation pattern type that does not include a variation pattern with super reach. Then, the variation pattern of the effect design is determined from the variation patterns included in the determined variation pattern type. In this case, in the deviation variation pattern type determination table, a common determination value (230 to 251) is assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach regardless of the total number of pending storages. . Further, in the variation pattern type determination table for loss, different determination values are assigned to the variation pattern types including variation patterns other than super reach (normal reach and non-reach) according to the total number of pending storage. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a variation pattern with super reach from being common among a plurality of variation pattern types. Therefore, in the case of executing a pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) based on the determination that the super reach is reached, it is possible to prevent inconsistency depending on the number of reserved memories. In addition, the distribution of the variation pattern with super reach and other variation patterns can be easily changed at the design stage.

  For example, in this embodiment, it is premised that the variation pattern is determined at the start of variation of the special symbol and the effect symbol, and the variation display is performed according to the determined variation pattern, but is read into the holding buffer at the timing when the start winning is detected. If the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) includes a random value corresponding to the super reach with high reliability for the big hit, the variation display for the super reach is performed before the variation display is executed. A continuous notice effect is executed. In this case, if the deviation variation pattern type determination table is designed as in this embodiment, when a continuous notice effect is executed, a change with a super reach corresponding to the noticed change pattern type is always performed. Since the display is executed, a notice effect corresponding to the variation pattern type can be executed in advance.

  For example, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-278663, it is described that a variation pattern type is first determined and then one of the variation patterns included in the variation pattern type is determined. There are variation patterns that are included between a plurality of variation pattern types. For this reason, even when the continuous notice effect is executed in advance, other effects such as normal reach may be executed, which may cause distrust to the player. If you try not to give distrust to the player, you can only perform a notice effect that the reach will occur at best (you can not give a more reliable notice such as super reach) ), The effect of the notice effect will be significantly reduced. On the other hand, according to this embodiment, a common determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach regardless of the total number of pending storages. Therefore, it is possible to reliably execute a continuous notice effect with higher reliability, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the notice effect without giving distrust to the player.

  In addition, the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2005-278663 includes a variation pattern that exists in common among the variation pattern types. For this reason, it is complicated to perform a distribution between a specific variation pattern such as a super reach variation pattern and other variation patterns at the design stage. That is, even if it is desired to change only the selection ratio of a specific fluctuation pattern without changing the selection ratio of each fluctuation pattern included in the fluctuation pattern type, the selection ratios within a plurality of fluctuation pattern types Therefore, the appearance rate of the variation pattern differs between the variation pattern types. On the other hand, according to this embodiment, a specific variation pattern such as a variation pattern of super reach and other variation patterns are configured not to exist in common among a plurality of variation pattern types. The appearance rate of the variation pattern can be easily changed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination table for detachment has different determination values depending on the total number of pending storages for variation pattern types including variation patterns (normal reach and non-reach) other than super reach. Assigned. For example, in this embodiment, only the fluctuation pattern type determination table for shortening (for shortening) 135B (see FIG. 10B) selected when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more is used as the fluctuation pattern for shortening fluctuation. A variation pattern type (non-reach CA2-3) including (non-reach PA1-2) is selected. Therefore, when the number of reserved memories (in this example, the total number of reserved memories) is large, the operating rate can be improved by shortening the fluctuation time by averaging. That is, if many variable displays with a long fluctuation time such as super reach are executed while the reserved memory is accumulated, the reserved memory is not easily digested, and there is a possibility that useless reserved memory is generated. When the number is large, the operating time is improved by shortening the fluctuation time on average. On the other hand, when there is a small amount of reserved memory, if the fluctuation time is short, the reserved memory is quickly consumed and the variable display is interrupted. For this reason, in this embodiment, when the number of reserved memories is large, the shortening variation is not performed, so that the variation time is averaged and lengthened so that the variation display is not easily interrupted. Therefore, in this embodiment, inconsistency does not occur depending on the number of reserved storages while making it difficult for the variable display to be interrupted.

  Further, according to this embodiment, after the display of the effect symbols is started and the display result is derived and displayed, the effect symbols that have been temporarily stopped are temporarily stopped, and then the effect symbols are variablely displayed again. A plurality of types of quasi-continuous variation patterns (non-reach PA1-4, normal PB2-1, normal PB2-2, super PA3-1, super PA3-2, normal PB2-3, which execute re-variation once or multiple times, Normal PB2-4, super PA3-3, super PA3-4, and special PG1-3). Then, the pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) is executed in the same manner as when the pseudo-continuous effect is executed. For this reason, even when an effect of the same effect mode is executed, it is possible to expect the possibility of both a case where a pseudo-ream effect is executed and a case where a pre-reading notice is executed. Can improve interest in

  Moreover, according to this embodiment, after one reserved memory is stored as the first reserved memory or the second reserved memory, a plurality of effect symbols until the variable display performed by the one reserved memory is started. The pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect) is executed over the variable display. Then, the chance effect symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result of the effect symbol until the variable display performed by the one hold memory is started, and the next effect until the variable display performed by the one hold memory is started. A predetermined effect (for example, display in such a manner that a flash shines above the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the start of effect symbol variation) is performed when symbol variation display is started. Therefore, it is necessary to make time adjustments such as stopping the chance eye symbol early when executing the pre-reading advance notice (continuous notice effect) of the effect mode using the derivation display of the chance eye symbol and the execution of the predetermined effect. It is possible to eliminate such a situation that the process of deriving and displaying the chance symbol and the process of executing the predetermined effect overlap to cause a lack of processing. For example, in order to perform an effect similar to the above, during a single variation display, first the chance symbol is stopped and displayed, and then a predetermined effect (for example, the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the start of the variation of the effect symbol) If the change display is terminated by executing the display of a mode in which the flash is shining above, the continuous notice effect in the effect mode similar to FIG. 55 can be executed. However, such control requires processing such as temporarily stopping the chance symbol display slightly earlier than the end time of the variable display, and requires time adjustment until the end time of the variable display. Therefore, in this embodiment, by performing the predetermined effect at the start of the next variable display during the continuous notice effect, the complicated notice process such as time adjustment is performed on the continuous notice effect in the effect mode shown in FIG. It is possible to execute without doing.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 variably displays the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern type is determined according to a common process when displaying. The game control microcomputer 560 is common when the first special symbol is variably displayed on the first special symbol indicator 8a and when the second special symbol is variably displayed on the second special symbol indicator 8b. According to the process, the variation pattern of the effect design is determined from the variation patterns included in the determined variation pattern type. Therefore, in a gaming machine equipped with a plurality of special symbol displays, the capacity of a storage area for storing a program and data for determining a variation pattern can be reduced.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether it is a big hit or not, a normal big hit that is a round 15 big hit or a probability big hit that is a big hit and a sudden probable big hit that is a round two big hit. Is determined before the derivation display of the display result. Then, when the first special symbol is variably displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the second special symbol is variably displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the big hits of 15 rounds and big hits of 2 rounds are different. And decide which of the transitions. Therefore, the game value of the game state to be transferred can be varied depending on which special symbol variable display is executed, and the progress of the game can be diversified.

  Further, according to this embodiment, at the time of the start winning prize before the start of the change, the game control microcomputer 560 determines in advance whether or not the change pattern of the effect pattern becomes a change pattern with super reach. . Then, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that it becomes super reach before the variable display of the production symbol determined to be super reach is started based on the determination at the time of winning when super reach is reached. An effect to be notified can be executed. For this reason, it is possible to notify that it will be super reach before the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the variation pattern by determining the variation pattern type using the variation pattern type determination table for detachment. In this case, in the deviation variation pattern type determination table, a common determination value (230 to 251) is assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach regardless of the total number of pending storages. . Further, in the variation pattern type determination table for loss, different determination values are assigned to the variation pattern types including variation patterns other than super reach (normal reach and non-reach) according to the total number of pending storage. Therefore, by assigning the ratio of the determination value to the variation pattern type including the variation pattern having a short variable display time as the total number of pending storage increases, the operating rate of the variable display decreases. It can be prevented as much as possible.

  FIG. 63 is an explanatory diagram showing an assignment state of determination values in the deviation variation pattern type determination table. In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern type determination table 135B for loss shown in FIG. 10B is used, and the total number of pending storages is 0 to 2 (3 or less). In this case, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A shown in FIG. 10A is used (see steps S96 to S98). As shown in FIG. 60, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the ratio is less (normal reach, super reach) than when the total number of pending storages is 0-2. When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, as shown in FIG. 10B, the non-reach CA 2-2 variation pattern type is selected and the non-reach PA 1-2 is a variation pattern of shortened variation. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the situation in which the operation rate of the variable display is reduced as much as possible by shortening the average fluctuation time as the total number of pending storage increases.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 63, regardless of the total number of pending storages, a common determination value (230˜) is used for the variation pattern type with super reach (super reach A, super reach B). 251). Therefore, at the time of starting winning, it is possible to easily determine in advance whether or not it will be super reach if only the value of the extracted random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) is confirmed. Accordingly, it is possible to notify that the super reach is reached before the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  In this embodiment, the case where the distribution of the determination values of the variation pattern type determination table for detachment is different for the two types of the total pending storage number being 0 to 2 or 3 or more is shown. The method of differentiating the determination values in the deviation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the distribution may be made more finely stepwise according to the total number of pending storage. In this case, for example, the deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 0, 1 and the offset for the total pending storage count 2, the total pending storage count 3 and the total pending storage count 4 A variation pattern type determination table may be prepared in advance, and the distribution of the variation pattern type with reach and the variation pattern type of the shortened variation may be further varied in stages. In addition to such an example, various combinations of the deviation variation pattern type determination table prepared in advance are conceivable. For example, a separate deviation variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total pending storage number (that is, for the total pending storage number 0, for the total pending storage number 1, for the total pending storage number 2) , The deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 3, for the total pending storage number 4... May be used separately). Further, for example, a deviation variation pattern type determination table for the total pending storage number 0 to 2, the total pending storage number 3, the total pending storage number 4... May be used.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, a completely common determination value (230 to 251) is assigned to the variation pattern type with super reach (super reach A, super reach B) regardless of the total number of pending storage. However, the determination value for super reach in one of the deviation variation pattern type determination table may include the determination value for super reach in the other variation pattern type determination table for deviation. . FIG. 64 is an explanatory diagram showing another example of the determination value assignment state in the deviation variation pattern type determination table.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 64, when the total reserved memory number is 3 or more, the determination values 230 to 251 are assigned to the variation pattern types with super reach, whereas the total reserved memory number 0 to In the case of 2, determination values 200 to 251 are assigned to the variation pattern types with super reach. However, even in such a case, if the value of the extracted variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) is in the range of at least 230 to 251 at the time of starting winning, it becomes easy to become super reach beforehand. Can be determined. Accordingly, it is possible to notify that the super reach is reached before the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 64, among the determination values 0 to 199 assigned to the non-reach variation pattern type when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the range of the determination values 100 to 199 Are not included in the range 0 to 99 of the determination value assigned to the non-reachable variation pattern type when the total pending storage number is 0 to 2. On the other hand, the range 230 to 251 of the determination value assigned to the variation pattern type with super reach when the total pending storage number is 3 or more indicates the super value when the total pending storage number is 0 to 2. All of the determination value ranges 200 to 251 assigned to the variation pattern types with reach are included. Therefore, when the value of the extracted variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) is in the range of at least 230 to 251 at the time of starting winning a prize, it can be easily determined in advance that it will be super reach.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 64, when the total pending storage number is 0 to 2, determination values 100 to 199 are assigned to the variation pattern types with normal reach, and when the total pending storage number is 3 or more. The determination values 200 to 229 are assigned to the variation pattern types with normal reach, and the ranges to which the determination values are assigned to the variation patterns with normal reach are not overlapped. The range of determination values assigned to the variation pattern types with normal reach may be overlapped between the case and three or more cases. For example, when the total pending storage number is 0 to 2, the determination values 100 to 199 are assigned to the variation pattern type with normal reach, and when the total pending storage number is 3 or more, the variation pattern type with normal reach is assigned. On the other hand, the determination values 180 to 229 may be assigned. Even in the case of such a configuration, some of the determination values 180 to 229 among the determination values 180 to 229 assigned to the variation pattern type with normal reach when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. Only the range of 199 is included in the range of determination values 100 to 199 assigned to the variation pattern type with normal reach when the combined pending storage number is 0 to 2.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case has been shown in which a variation pattern type with a super reach is used as a collective variation pattern type, and a variation pattern type determination table for deviation is configured. However, for each super reach type (for example, super reach A and The variation pattern type may be divided into super reach B). FIG. 65 is an explanatory diagram showing still another example of the determination value assignment state in the deviation variation pattern type determination table.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 65, determination values 230 to 237 are assigned to the variation pattern type with super reach A, and the variation pattern type with super reach B regardless of the total number of pending storages. Determination values 237 to 251 are assigned. However, even in such a case, if the value of the extracted variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) is in the range of 230 to 251 at the time of starting winning, it is easily determined in advance that it will be super reach. can do. Accordingly, it is possible to notify that the super reach is reached before the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Further, even when the deviation variation pattern type determination table is configured as shown in FIG. 65, the distribution of the determination values between the super reach A and the super reach B may be different for each table. As in the modification shown in FIG. 4, for example, the determination value for super reach A and B in one deviation variation pattern type determination table is the determination value for super reach A and B in the other variation pattern type determination table for deviation. It may be included. Moreover, you may comprise so that allocation of the judgment value with respect to the super reach A and the super reach B may partially overlap between tables. This can be similarly applied to both this embodiment and each modification shown in this embodiment.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach includes the variation pattern with pseudo-continuity. Therefore, even when the effect of notifying that it will be a super reach is not executed, the variable display with the pseudo-ream can be performed, so that the expectation for becoming a big hit gaming state can be increased, and the interest in the game can be enhanced. Can be improved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when determining a variation pattern with pseudo-continuations as a variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach, when the total number of pending storage is small, In comparison, a variation pattern having a large number of pseudo-variation re-variation execution times is determined. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which variable display accompanied by a pseudo-ream with a large number of re-variations is performed when the total number of reserved storage is large (when the stored storage is accumulated), and the variable display operating rate Can be further prevented.

  FIG. 66 shows the assignment state of the determination value in the variation pattern type determination table for deviation when the attention is paid to the variation pattern type including the variation pattern with pseudo-continuity as the variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach. It is explanatory drawing shown. In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, based on the determination value being in the range of 215 to 229 as the variation pattern type including the variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach. Then, the variation pattern type of normal CA2-6 is selected (see FIG. 10B). Then, as shown in FIG. 66, the fluctuation pattern of the normal PB2-1 with the pseudo-continuous with the number of re-variations of 2 is selected (see FIGS. 12 and 6). On the other hand, when the total pending storage number is 0 to 2, normal CA2 based on the determination value being in the range of 170 to 229 as the variation pattern type including the variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach. A variation pattern type of −5 is selected (see FIG. 10A). Then, as shown in FIG. 66, the fluctuation pattern of the normal PB2-2 accompanied by the pseudo-ream with the number of re-variations of 3 is selected (see FIGS. 12 and 6).

  As shown in FIG. 66, even when the effect of notifying that it will be super reach is not executed, there is a case where variable display with pseudo-ream may be performed, so that a sense of expectation for becoming a big hit gaming state is increased. Can improve the interest of the game. Also, as shown in FIG. 66, when variable display with pseudo-continuations is performed, when the total number of pending storages is as small as 0 to 2, variable display with three re-variation pseudo-continuations is executed, When the number of reserved memories is as large as 3 or more, variable display with pseudo-continuations with a small number of re-variations as 2 is executed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a situation in which variable display accompanied by a pseudo-ream with a large number of re-variation execution times is frequently performed when the total number of reserved storage is large (when the stored storage is accumulated), It is possible to prevent a situation in which the operation rate of variable display is lowered.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern type with super reach assigned to the range of determination values 230 to 251 includes a variation pattern with pseudo-continuity and a variation without pseudo-continuation as a specific variable display pattern. (See super CA2-7 in FIGS. 6 and 12), but the variation pattern type with super reach assigned to the range of determination values 230 to 251 is only accompanied by super reach. And a variation pattern that does not involve pseudo-continuations may be included. Further, even when a variation pattern with pseudo-ream is used together with super reach, the range of determination values 230 to 251 includes a variation pattern that has only super reach and does not involve pseudo ream as a specific variable display pattern. Variation pattern types that include only quasi-continuous and super-reach and quasi-continuous variation patterns, normal reach and quasi-continuous variation pattern types, and non-reach and variability pattern types that involve quasi-continuation. May be assigned to a range other than the determination values 230 to 251 as a variation pattern type including a variable display pattern other than a specific variable display pattern.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when a variation pattern with pseudo-continuity is determined as a variation pattern with super reach, the number of re-variation executions is a predetermined number or more (in this embodiment, four times). It is possible to determine a variation pattern with a pseudo-ream. In addition, when a variation pattern with a pseudo-continuity is determined as a variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach, the number of re-variation executions is less than a predetermined number (two or three in this embodiment). It is possible to determine the variation pattern with ream. Therefore, by executing a quasi-ream whose number of re-variations is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, 4 times), the player can have a sense of expectation that it may become super reach. Can be improved.

  FIG. 67 is an explanatory diagram showing an assignment state of determination values in the deviation variation pattern type determination table when attention is paid to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with pseudo-continuations. In this embodiment, the super CA 2-7 variation pattern type with super reach is selected based on the determination value being in the range of 230 to 251 regardless of the total number of pending storage (see FIG. 10). . Then, as shown in FIG. 66, super PA3-1 to super PA3-2, which are fluctuation patterns with pseudo-continuations of the number of re-variations four times, may be selected (see FIGS. 12 and 6). On the other hand, when the total pending storage number is 3 or more, the normal CA 2-6 variation pattern type that does not become super reach is selected based on the determination value being in the range of 215 to 229 (FIG. 10 ( B)). Then, as shown in FIG. 66, the normal PB2-1, which is a variation pattern with a pseudo-continuity with two revariations, may be selected (see FIGS. 12 and 6). When the total pending storage number is 0 to 2, the variation pattern type of normal CA 2-5 that does not become super reach is selected based on the determination value being in the range of 170 to 229 (FIG. 10). (See (A)). Then, as shown in FIG. 66, the normal PB2-2, which is a variation pattern with a pseudo-continuity with three revariations, may be selected (see FIGS. 12 and 6).

  As shown in FIG. 67, by executing the pseudo-ream with the number of re-variations of 4 or more, the player can have a sense of expectation that it may become super reach, and the interest in the game is increased. Can be improved.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 67, the variation pattern type with super reach assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251 includes four pseudo-variations as a specific variable display pattern. A variation pattern with reaming is included, and a variation pattern with re-variation two or three pseudo-reams is included as a variable display pattern other than a specific variable display pattern in a range other than that. This shows a case where the display pattern and a variable display pattern other than a specific variable display pattern include a variation pattern with a pseudo-series that does not overlap the number of re-variations. May be. For example, the variation pattern type with super reach assigned to the range of determination values 230 to 251 includes a variation pattern with re-variation 3 to 5 pseudo-continuations as a specific variable display pattern. A variable pattern other than the specific variable display pattern may be included in a range other than that including a variation pattern with re-variation 1 to 3 pseudo-continuations.

  It should be noted that any variation pattern with any type of super reach within the range to which the variation pattern type with super reach in the deviation variation pattern type determination table (the range to which the determination values 230 to 251 are allocated) is assigned. It is not limited to what is shown in this embodiment whether it is assigned or how much the fluctuation pattern with pseudo-continuous is assigned. FIG. 68 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of assignment in a range in which a variation pattern type with super reach is assigned.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 68 (A), not all types of reach are allocated, but among the reach that has high reliability for some jackpots (for example, super reach C in super reach A to C). Those with pseudo-continuations and having a large number of pseudo-continuations (for example, four times) may be collectively assigned to the range of determination values 230 to 251. For example, as shown in FIG. 68 (B), regardless of the type of reach, all the reach (for example, super reach A to super reach C) is accompanied by a pseudo run, and the number of pseudo runs. Those having a large number may be collectively assigned to a range of determination values 230 to 251. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 68 (C), apart from the fluctuation pattern of only super reach (for example, super reach A and not accompanied by pseudo-ream), the pseudo-ream is accompanied and the number of times of the pseudo-ream is determined. Many variation patterns may be assigned to a range of determination values 230 to 251 as specific variation patterns.

  In this embodiment, the case of using two types of reach, that is, super reach A and super reach B, is shown as the super reach. You may comprise so that a super reach may be performed. For example, when the super reach C is configured to be executed in addition to the super reach A and B as shown in FIG. 68, the game control microcomputer 560 follows the same processing as that of this embodiment, Super CA 3-3, which is a variation pattern type for super reach, from the variation pattern type determination table for jackpots shown in (A) and (B) and the variation pattern type determination table for loss shown in FIGS. 10 (A) and (B). And Super CA2-7 will be decided. Then, the super CA 3-3 and the super CA 2-7, which are the variation patterns for super reach, are each configured to include the variation patterns with super reach A to C, and the super reach is determined based on the determined variation pattern types. A variation pattern involving any one of A to C may be determined.

  Further, according to this embodiment, when it is determined to be a big hit, it is a fluctuation pattern with a super reach at a higher rate than when it is determined not to be a big hit. For example, as shown in FIG. 10, when it is determined to be out of place, the determination value is assigned only to a narrow range of 230 to 251 with respect to the super reach, whereas FIGS. As shown in (2), when it is determined to be a big hit, a determination value is assigned to a super reach over a wide range of 150 to 251 or 80 to 251. Therefore, the expectation to the big hit gaming state when variable display with super reach is performed can be enhanced, and the interest in gaming can be further improved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, it is determined that the variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach is a variation pattern with normal reach or a non-reach variation pattern. Therefore, even when variable display with super reach is not performed, variable display with normal reach can be executed, giving a sense of expectation that it may be a big hit gaming state. Further improvement can be achieved.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the variation pattern type to include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach or a variation pattern type not including a variation pattern with super reach. Decide on. Then, when it is determined that the variable display pattern type of the effect symbol is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach, it is determined that the variation pattern of the effect symbol is a variation pattern with super reach. Therefore, the distribution between the variation pattern with super reach and the variation pattern other than that can be easily changed at the design stage only by changing the distribution of the variation pattern type.

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

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

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

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

Based on the establishment of the start condition, it is provided with variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified, and by deriving the display result to the variable display means, the result of the game is determined, A gaming machine that controls a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when the result is a specific gaming result,
The gaming state in which the identification information is variably displayed is a predetermined gaming state and a gaming state in which the predetermined gaming state and the establishment condition are common, and is more easily controlled to the specific gaming state than the predetermined gaming state. A gaming state control means for controlling to one gaming state among a plurality of gaming states including an advantageous gaming state;
The effect modes for variably displaying the identification information include a normal effect mode that is easily controlled when the gaming state is the predetermined gaming state, and a specific effect mode that is easily controlled when the gaming state is the advantageous gaming state. Means for controlling to one of the plurality of effect modes, effect mode control means for controlling to the specific effect mode based on at least a specific transition condition being satisfied;
Execution number counting means for counting the number of executions of the variable display of the identification information after being controlled to the specific effect mode;
Suggestion effect selection means for selecting, from a plurality of types, a suggestion effect that suggests that the effect mode control means is controlled to the normal effect mode when the effect mode control means is controlled to the specific effect mode. When,
A suggestion effect executing means for executing the suggestion effect selected by the suggestion effect selection means during variable display of the identification information,
The plurality of types of suggestion effects are executed by the suggestion effect execution means, and the probability mode control means with a high probability that the effect mode control means controls to the normal effect mode, and the probability of controlling to the normal effect mode is the Including a low probability suggestion effect lower than a high probability suggestion effect,
The suggestion effect selection means selects the high probability suggestion effect at a higher rate when the number of executions counted by the execution number counting means is equal to or greater than a predetermined number of times. .

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