JP2014094149A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance amusement of a performance using a sub-performance display device.SOLUTION: A performance mode is changed based on operation from a player, and sub-performance display device 51 can execute a performance according to the changed performance mode. As a result, a performance using the sub-performance display device 51 can be diversified, thus preventing monotony, and hence enhancing interest.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium 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. Furthermore, a variable display device capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, which is advantageous to the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display device. Some are configured to be controllable to a specific gaming state.

  The specific game state means a state advantageous for a player who is given a predetermined game value. Specifically, the specific game state has a right to be in an advantageous state for a player who easily wins a game medium (a big hit game state), for example, a state of a special variable prize-winning device, or a state advantageous for a player. A state in which a predetermined game value such as a state or a state in which a condition for giving out premium game media is easily established is given.

  In such a gaming machine, the fact that the display result of the variable display device that displays the symbol as identification information is a combination of specific display modes (specific display result) determined in advance is generally referred to as “big hit”. When a big win occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game medium shifts to a specific gaming state (a big winning gaming state) where the game medium 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. An opening time (for example, 30 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses.

  In addition, such a gaming machine is provided with a sub display device different from the variable display device (main display device), and there is one that performs an effect using the sub display device (for example, Patent Document 1). reference).

JP2011-72649 A (paragraphs 0631-0636)

  However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is a problem that the entertainment using the secondary display device is poor and the player is bored.

  In view of the above, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that has improved the appeal of production using a sub display device.

  (Means 1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of performing a predetermined game, and a main display device (for example, an effect display device) in which a variable display effect is executed. 9), a sub-display device (for example, sub-effect display device 51) different from the main display device, operation means (for example, push button 120) operable by the player, and a first effect (for example, explanation effect) ) Including a first effect mode (for example, an explanation effect mode) that can be executed, and a second effect mode (for example, an effect that includes a second effect (for example, a specific effect) different from the first effect). Effect execution means (for example, step in the effect control microcomputer 100) that executes an effect corresponding to any one of the effect modes among the plurality of effect modes including the specific effect mode) in the sub display device. 3009, S3108, S3206), and the effect execution means can execute the effect by switching the effect mode based on an operation using the operation means (for example, steps S2801 to S2804). And According to such a configuration, the effect does not become monotonous by switching the effect mode, and the interest of the effect using the sub display device can be improved.

  (Means 2) In the means 1, the main display device effect executing means (for example, the step of executing steps S8005 and S8010 in the effect control microcomputer 100) that executes a predetermined effect (for example, three pseudo-continuations) on the main display device. ), And the effect execution means may be able to execute the effect by switching to the explanation effect mode in which the effect including the explanation effect for explaining the predetermined effect can be executed (for example, step S3206). According to such a configuration, an explanation can be given to the player, so that the interest can be improved.

  (Means 3) In the means 1 or 2, the effect execution means can execute an effect including a history accumulation effect indicating that accumulation of a game history (for example, the number of changes) is started in response to an operation from the player. It is possible to switch to the history accumulation effect mode and execute the effect (for example, step S3306). According to such a configuration, it is possible to start accumulation of game history without disturbing variable display on the display device.

  (Means 4) In any one of the means 1 to 3, the effect executing means can switch the effect mode regardless of whether or not the variable display is executed on the main display device (for example, step S2801). S2804). According to such a configuration, the effect mode can be switched at an arbitrary timing, and the convenience can be improved.

  (Means 5) In any one of means 1 to 4, when a specific effect (for example, a success suggestion effect) using the secondary display device is executed by the effect executing means, a special effect (for example, 3) Special effect execution means (for example, a part for executing steps S3003, S3004, S3009, S3108, and S8005 in the effect control microcomputer 100) that executes the quasi-continuous operation may be provided. According to such a configuration, attention can be paid to the effect executed by the sub display device.

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 the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table and a small hit determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. 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 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 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 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 production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows the sub effect control process in an effect control main process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the correspondence of a production mode flag and production mode. It is a flowchart which shows the specific effect mode start process in a sub effect control process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during the specific effect mode in a sub effect control process. It is a flowchart which shows the description effect mode process in a subeffect control process. It is a flowchart which shows the log | history accumulation effect mode process in a subeffect control process. It is a flowchart which shows the log | history accumulation effect mode process in a subeffect control process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the switching outline | summary of effect mode. It is a timing chart at the time of specific production execution in specific production mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display for every timing of the effect display apparatus in a specific effect mode, and a subeffect display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display apparatus in a description effect mode, and a subeffect display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display apparatus in a log | history accumulation effect mode, and a subeffect display apparatus. It is an example figure of the effect display apparatus and subeffect display apparatus in a modification. It is an example of one part structure of the pachinko game machine in a modification. In a modification, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the image displayed on an effect display apparatus and a subeffect display apparatus. In a modification, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the image displayed on an effect display apparatus and a subeffect display apparatus.

  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.

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray main body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). Is attached to the stick controller 122 that can be tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right). It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation, for example, by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. 3) is built-in. In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower plate main body and the like below the stick controller 122. The stick controller 122 includes a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation, for example, by a player pressing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 3) for detecting an operation action of the player performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either right or left in the upper plate and the lower plate, maintaining the vertical relationship. Alternatively, the mounting position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 is not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect 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. The effect symbol display area includes a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Three areas of the display area may be separated. 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 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have continued for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) Stops, swings, scales, or deforms in a state that matches the symbol combination), or multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously in the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol is switched Thus, an effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) before the final result is displayed 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. And when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes “out” and the variation display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the effect symbol display is performed as a liquid crystal display effect in the effect display device 9, but the effect performed in the effect display device 9 is the one shown in this embodiment. For example, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic may be executed, and an effect may be executed in which the result of the story is displayed based on the determination result of the jackpot determination or the variation pattern. For example, perform a battle effect where professional wrestling or soccer matches and enemy characters fight, perform an effect to win the game or battle if it is a big hit, and perform an effect to defeat the game or battle if it is off Also good. Further, for example, instead of displaying the result such as winning or losing, an effect may be executed in which a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order.

  Further, a sub-effect display device 51 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided at the lower right portion of the effect display device 9. On the display screen of the sub-effect display device 51, effects in a plurality of effect modes in which effects with different contents are displayed are displayed. The effect modes in the present embodiment include a specific effect mode, an explanation effect mode, and a history accumulation effect mode. The effect mode is configured to be switched by the player's operation on the push button 120 regardless of whether or not it is changing.

  The specific effect mode is an effect mode in which an effect including a specific effect suggesting the content of the special effect executed in the effect display device 9 can be executed. For example, in the specific effect mode, specifically, a success suggesting effect suggesting the occurrence of three pseudo-reams by succeeding in the game, and a suggestion that three pseudo-reams are not generated when the game fails. One of the failure suggestion effects is executed for each change. The pseudo-ream is an effect in which the effect symbol fluctuates a plurality of times during one special symbol change. After the effect symbol is displayed as if it has been temporarily stopped, re-change is performed a predetermined number of times to make it appear that the change has started again. Production. For example, the three-time pseudo-ream is an effect in which re-change occurs three times during one change of the special symbol. That is, if the success suggestion effect is executed by the sub-effect display device 51, three pseudo-continuations are executed by the effect display device 9, and if the failure suggestion effect is executed by the sub-effect display device 51, three times. The pseudo-ream is not executed on the effect display device 9.

  The explanation effect mode is an effect mode in which an effect including an explanation effect for explaining a predetermined effect executed by the effect display device 9 can be executed. The predetermined game is a game that suggests the expectation level of a big hit, an effect that suggests the expected level of probability change (short time), or the current game state if the game is configured to be controlled to the latent probability variation state. Any effect such as an effect suggesting whether or not the state is present may be used. The explanation effect may be an effect explaining the expected degree of the predetermined effect, an effect explaining the suggestion target of the predetermined effect, or an effect introducing characters and scenes appearing in the predetermined effect. For example, “predetermined effect A has a higher degree of expectation of jackpot than other effects”, “predetermined effect B is an effect that suggests whether or not it will be in a probable state”, “appears in predetermined effect C If the character's clothes are red, the expectation is higher than when the character is white. "

  The history storage effect mode is an effect mode in which an effect relating to a history storage service (hereinafter referred to as “history storage”) in which a game history is stored by an external server can be executed. In the history accumulation, the game history is accumulated in the server, and the player can browse the game history and acquire the privilege by connecting the communication terminal (for example, a mobile phone) to the server through the Internet communication or the like. It is a service. In this embodiment, the number of symbol variations is used as a game history. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the number of big hits, the number of small hits, the type of big hits, the type of small hits, the number of reaches, the number of simulated consecutive times, the game time, the total acquisition Information related to the game, such as playing balls and the number of mission achievements, may be used as the game history. The server may store a plurality of game histories.

  Here, a procedure for performing history accumulation will be described. First, the player acquires an authentication ID and a password by connecting a communication terminal to the server in advance before the game starts. Then, the player inputs the authentication ID and password to the gaming machine at an arbitrary timing and starts the game. The gaming machine measures the game history of the started game and temporarily accumulates it. Then, triggered by the fact that the game is terminated by the player, the address information for connecting the communication terminal to the server and the game history information are output by the gaming machine. In the present embodiment, the address information and the game history information are output from the gaming machine by being displayed in a two-dimensional code. The player acquires the two-dimensional code using the camera function of the communication terminal and connects the communication terminal to the server using the acquired address information. And a server accumulate | stores the game history acquired from the communication terminal, and provision of services, such as provision of a privilege and browsing of a game history, is attained. In this embodiment, the address information and game history information output by the gaming machine are displayed as a two-dimensional code. For example, the address information and the game history information are displayed as character information or output as voice information. It may be sent to the communication terminal by e-mail or infrared communication.

  In the present embodiment, when the history is accumulated, the game history accumulation is started by the player acquiring the authentication ID and password from the server in advance and inputting them into the gaming machine. It is not a thing. For example, it indicates that a player starts accumulating game history by acquiring only a password and inputting it into the gaming machine, or indicates that the player starts accumulating history without acquiring either an authentication ID or password The game history may be accumulated by performing an operation. Further, in the history accumulation, the game history is accumulated by the server, but the game history is accumulated in the gaming machine (that is, the history accumulation is completed only by the gaming machine without using the server). Also good. In this case, for example, even if the gaming machine can be viewed by the player by starting accumulation of the game history by an operation from the player and displaying the game history by an instruction from the player, Good.

  In the upper right part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying a fourth symbol after the effect symbol, a special symbol described later, and a normal symbol. In this embodiment, a fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol described later, There is provided a fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be precise, the variation display of the effect symbol is varied on the effect control microcomputer 100 side). This is done by measuring the variation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing an effect using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the change display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. There are a variety of effects such as effects being performed and effects in which movable objects shield all or part of the screen. For this reason, even if the display screen on the effect display device 9 is viewed, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the current variation display is in progress. Therefore, in this embodiment, whether or not the state of the present variation is being displayed by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further displaying the variation of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is possible to reliably recognize whether or not. Note that the 4th symbol is always variably displayed with a constant operation and does not disappear from the screen or is not shielded by a shielding object, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  The 4th symbol for the first special symbol and the 4th symbol for the 2nd special symbol may be collectively referred to as the 4th symbol, and the 4th symbol display area 9c for the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol The 4th symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as a 4th symbol display area.

  The variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state where the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined time interval in a predetermined display color (for example, blue). . The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 8a is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same.

  When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (a display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game, and the number of rounds per jackpot is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 0.1 seconds), and the big winnings per round that the gaming ball can not be expected to actually enter the big winning opening. If the opening time of the mouth is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening, the game ball can be expected to actually win the big prize opening. Depending on whether or not the display color may be different, for example, if the number of times of opening of the big winning opening per round is different, it is possible to substantially expect the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening. Even if there is a big hit that cannot be expected, the display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to be substantially won in the big winning opening.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the loss. Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit, and the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be different depending on whether or not it is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening (for example, a big hit other than a sudden probability change big hit). If it is controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the jackpot game, and the number of rounds per jackpot is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the big winning opening per round is short (for example, 0.1 seconds), and the big winnings per round that the gaming ball can not be expected to actually enter the big winning opening. If the opening time of the mouth is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening, the game ball can be expected to actually win the big prize opening. Depending on whether or not the display color may be different, for example, if the number of times of opening of the big winning opening per round is different, it is possible to substantially expect the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening. Even if there is a big hit that cannot be expected, the display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to be substantially won in the big winning opening.

  The display colors when the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are turned off are different from the background image (for example, black) in order to prevent the display colors from being assimilated with the background image when the lights are turned off. It is desirable to be.

  In this embodiment, the case where the 4th symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitter such as a lamp or LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. Thus, the fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. Whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed may be indicated depending on whether or not it is displayed. The variation of the fourth symbol may be displayed on the sub-effect display device 51. In that case, the fourth symbol can be displayed regardless of the effect content of the effect display device 9. In that case, it is desirable to always display the fourth symbol on the sub-effect display device 51 in any effect mode.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol, respectively, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbols may be provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Moreover, you may make it implement | achieve the 4th symbol display area common with respect to a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol using light-emitting bodies, such as a lamp | ramp and LED. In this case, when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, For example, the display of different display colors at certain time intervals may be performed by distinguishing and executing the variation display of the fourth symbol by performing display that repeatedly turns on and off. In addition, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, for example, The display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display that repeatedly turns on and off at different time intervals. In addition, for example, when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the second special symbol, the same big hit symbol is obtained. However, you may make it stop-display the stop symbol of a different aspect.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. 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. Further, on the right side of the effect display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second variable display unit) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information. Is also provided. 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.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. 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 are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one 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 after passing (including winning)), the 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) The state is started and the big hit game is not executed), and when the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  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. Therefore, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 13 than the second starting winning port 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.

  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.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. 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, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. 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.

  Also, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided 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. ing. 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.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. 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. 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.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball apparatus 20 that forms a big winning opening is provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 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. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is provided with a large winning opening LED 20A that is lit up and displayed when a game ball wins during a lighting effect described later.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Moreover, the small display is formed in, for example, a square shape. Note that the normal symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) of, for example, 00 to 99. In addition, the normal symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like, for example, a display capable of lighting a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decoration lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying “O” and “X”). It may be comprised.

  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. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball apparatus 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 a display unit with four 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 LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. In addition, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is high (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of fluctuation display of special symbols is increased compared to the normal state). Then, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. Even in the short state (the game state in which the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened) when the symbol variation time is shortened although it is not the probability variation state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right and lower left and right outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  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 variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. 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. 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.

  In this embodiment, when the probability variation is a big hit, the game state is shifted to a high probability state, and the game ball is easily started and won (that is, in the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9). It shifts to a high base state, which is a gaming state controlled so that a variable display execution condition is easily established. In addition, when the gaming state is shifted to the short time state, the state is shifted to the high base state. In the high base state, for example, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended compared to the case in which the high base state is not in the high base state. It becomes easier to win a start.

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

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

  In addition, the change time of special symbols and production symbols will be shortened by shifting to the short time state when the variation time (variable display period) of special symbols and production symbols is shortened. The frequency of being played (in other words, the digestion of the reserved memory becomes faster), and the situation where an invalid start prize is generated can be reduced. Therefore, an effective start winning is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility of a big hit game being 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). In addition, it is easier to win a start 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). You may make it move to a base state.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an 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).

  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 source created on the power supply substrate 910. 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 (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid prize 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.

  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.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides 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.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  An information output circuit 64 that outputs information output signals such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer via the terminal board 160 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. Upon receiving the effect control command, display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying the effect symbol and display control of the sub-effect display device 51 in any one effect mode among the plurality of effect modes are performed.

  Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side and the big prize opening LED 20A provided at the big prize opening via the lamp driver board 35. And the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the sound output board 70.

  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 includes an effect control CPU 101 and an effect control microcomputer 100 including a RAM for storing information related to effects such as effect symbol process flags. The RAM may be externally attached. In this embodiment, the RAM in the production control microcomputer 100 is not backed up. 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 and the sub-effect display device 51 based on the effect control command.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that controls display of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 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. VRAM is a buffer memory for developing image data. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 via the frame memory.

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading out necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM is character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols), and background image data. Is a ROM for storing in advance. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

  The effect control command and the NT signal of effect control I 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).

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  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 current to light emitters such as the frame LED 28 and the special prize opening LED 20A based on a signal for driving the LED.

  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 amplification 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 speaker 27. 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 main processing executed by the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the game machine and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes a high level, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid. The main processing 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, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set for the stack pointer (step S3). In step S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set to the mode indicating the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (step S5). By the processing in step S5, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits) are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also incorporates an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC) 504.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the RAM 55 in an accessible state (step S6), and proceeds to a clear signal check process.

  Note that a software delay process for delaying the start timing of the game device control process (game control process) for controlling the progress of the game by software may be executed. By such software delay processing, the start timing of the game control processing can be delayed as compared with the case where the software delay processing is not executed. When the delay process is executed, a situation occurs in which the microcomputer of the other control board cannot receive the command transmitted from the game control board (main board 31) to the other control board (for example, the payout control board 37). Can be prevented.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the clear switch is turned on (step S7). Note that the CPU 56 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once via the input port 0, but may confirm the state of the clear signal a plurality of times. For example, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is an off state, a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds) is set, and then the state of the clear signal is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the on state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the on state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is the off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time, the state of the clear signal may be confirmed again. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  If the clear switch is not turned on in step S7, whether or not data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) has been performed when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped Confirm (step S8). In this embodiment, when power supply is stopped, a process for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 determines that the power supply stop processing has been performed, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop is stored. . When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not performed, the CPU 56 executes an initialization process.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined by the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process corresponding to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in step S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the CPU 56 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (step S9). In this embodiment, clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checksum is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above processing is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the CPU 56 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as the checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In step S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. 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 may be 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, the initialization process (the process of steps S10 to S14) executed when the power is turned on, not when the power supply is stopped is stopped. Run.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs a game state restoration process 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. 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 parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, etc.), the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), This is a portion where data indicating the number of payout prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. 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 of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a special symbol process flag, a winning ball flag, a ball-out flag, and the like are selectively processed according to the control state. An initial value is set in a flag for performing the above.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the start address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S13), and transmits an initialization command for initializing the sub board according to the contents to the sub board. Processing is executed (step S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the effect display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuit 503 (step S15).

  Then, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt setting process for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms) ( Step S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms.

  When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the CPU 56 first disables the interrupt (step S17), executes the initial value random number update process (step S18a) and the display random number update process (step S18b), The interrupt is permitted again (step S19). That is, the CPU 56 sets the interrupt disabled state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are executed, and interrupts enable state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are finished. To.

  The initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. The initial value random number is a random number for determining the type of jackpot (for example, a jackpot symbol determining random number for determining a special symbol for generating a jackpot or whether to shift the gaming state to a probable state) Initial value of the count value such as a counter (determination random number generation counter) for generating a probability variation determining random number for generating, a normal random number for determining whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process described later (a process in which a game control microcomputer controls itself a game device such as an effect display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15, a ball payout device 97 provided in the gaming machine, or When the count value of the determination random number generation counter makes one round in a process of transmitting a command signal to cause another microcomputer to control, or a gaming apparatus control process), an initial value is set in the counter.

  The display random number is a random number for determining the display of the special symbol display 8. In this embodiment, as a display random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol, or a random number for determining a reach for determining whether or not to reach when a big hit is not generated, is used. Used. The display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number.

  In addition, when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed by the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process also in the timer interrupt process described later (that is, the timer This is because the same processing is also executed in steps S26 and S27 of the interrupt processing), so as to avoid competing with the processing in the timer interrupt processing. That is, if a timer interrupt is generated during the processing of steps S18a and S18b and the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, The continuity of values may be impaired. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the processing of steps S18a and S18b.

  Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When a timer interrupt occurs during execution of the main process, specifically, in a period during which interruption is permitted during execution of the loop process of steps S17 to S19, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 A timer interrupt process that is activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt is executed. In the timer interrupt process, the CPU 56 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether the power-on signal is turned on) (step S20). Then, the CPU 56 inputs detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 through the switch circuit 58, and detects the input of each switch. (Switch process: Step S21). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display is executed according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S36 and S37.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a winning notification process for detecting the occurrence of an abnormal winning at the big winning opening and performing an abnormal winning notification (step S24).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating a random number for determination such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control (determination random number update process: step S25). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number (initial value random number update process: step S26). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number (display random number update process: step S27).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S28). In the special symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S29). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command related to the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the special symbol to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect symbol command control process: step S30). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the effect symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variable display period) is the same.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as a start port signal supplied to the hall management computer, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol determination number 2 signal, a jackpot 1 to 3 signal, a time reduction signal, and the like. (Step S31).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing 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 S32). 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 response to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process for outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the gaming machine to be confirmed outside the gaming machine, is executed (step S33). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 outputs the contents related to the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port 0 to the output port. (Step S34: Output processing). And CPU56 performs the memory | storage process which checks the increase / decrease in a pending | holding memory | storage number (step S35).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S36). 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 S37).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a status display lamp display process for setting status display control data for displaying each status display lamp in an output buffer for setting the status display control data (step S38). In this case, when the gaming state is the short time state, the state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp indicating the short time state is set in the output buffer. When the gaming state is also controlled to a high probability state (for example, a probability variation state), state display control data for displaying a state indicator lamp indicating the high probability state is set in the output buffer. You may do it.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S39), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S39 (excluding steps S31 and 33) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

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

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is 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 big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Finally, the effect symbols are stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R in the effect display device 9 (provided that the probability sudden hit is sudden) (In some cases, the probability change big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is stopped and displayed without reaching reach.)

  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 the same as the big win, but the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is the same, but the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, the opening for 15 seconds is 0.1 times). It is. When the small hit game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probability variation state to the normal state or from the normal state to the certain variation state. In addition, the sudden probability change big hit is that the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is allowed to be the same as the number of other big wins in the big hit gaming state, but the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, it is 0.1 second) It is a big hit that is a big hit and the game state after the big hit game is shifted to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, whether the player suddenly changed the probable state) It looks like this). 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, when the winning opening for 0.1 seconds is made 15 times, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly big hit or 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.

  In this embodiment, in the case of sudden probability change big hit or small hit, only the opening time per time is shortened, and the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is usually the same as the big hit or probability change big hit. Although shown, the number of times the special winning opening is opened may be smaller than that of the big hit. For example, in the case of suddenly changing big hit or small hit, control may be made so that the big winning opening is opened only twice. Also, for example, in the case of sudden chance big hit or small hit, the opening time of the big winning opening is usually the same as the big hit or the probability changing big hit, but the number of times the big winning opening is opened is reduced (for example, twice). May be. In this way, when suddenly probable big hits or small wins, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is reduced or the opening time of the big prize opening per time is shortened as compared with the normal big hit or the probable big hit. By doing so, it is sufficient that the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening is smaller than at least the normal big win or the probable big hit.

FIG. 6 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 A to C described later, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

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

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-ream, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of one re-variation, It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of two variations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of three 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 step S25 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. Note that a software random number instead of a hardware random number may be used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 7A 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. 7 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each value described in the right column of FIG. 7 (A) is set in the probability change jackpot determination table. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 7A is a jackpot determination value.

  7B and 7C 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. 7B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) is set in FIG. Each numerical value listed is set. Moreover, the numerical values described in FIGS. 7B and 7C are small hit determination values.

  Note that it may be determined that a small hit is made only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probability changing state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Even if the game state is shifted to the probability change state, a small hit will be generated, and if it is configured to produce an effect asking whether or not the probability change will occur, even though the current game state is the probability change state On the contrary, it makes the player feel annoying. Therefore, if it is configured so that the small hit does not occur during the variation display of the second special symbol, if the gaming state is the probability variation state, it is difficult for the small hit to occur and the excessive effect is not given to the probability variation. This can prevent the player from feeling annoyed.

  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 one of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (ordinary big hits A to C described later, probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 7A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, “probabilities” shown in FIGS. 7B and 7C 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. 7B and 7C, 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. 8A and 8B are explanatory diagrams showing jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Among these, FIG. 8 (A) determines the jackpot type using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. FIG. 8B shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b indicate that the jackpot type is “normal jackpot A” based on a random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. This table is referred to in order to determine any one of “normal big hit B”, “normal big hit C”, “probability variation big hit”, and “sudden probability big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, a total of 20 determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (100). On the other hand, 10 decision values are assigned to the “sudden probability variation big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131b (10/100). Explain the case where the probability is suddenly determined to be a big hit. 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. Compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “suddenly probable big hit” is high. In other words, in this embodiment, when the start winning prize is given to the second starting prize opening 14 and the second special symbol variation display is executed, the first special symbol is given to the first starting prize opening 13 by starting. The game value is high compared to the case where the fluctuation display is executed (in this example, the opening time of the big prize opening per time is as long as 30 seconds and the gambling is high) The ratio determined as “A to C” is high. Note that “sudden probability variation big hit” is assigned only to the first special symbol jackpot type determination table 131a, and “sudden probability variation big hit” is not assigned to the second special symbol big hit type determination table 131b (ie, It may be determined that “suddenly probable big hit” may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B), the opening time of the big prize opening per time is 30 seconds as the first specific gaming state that gives a predetermined amount of gaming value. The big wins including long rounds (probable big hits or normal big hits A to C) and the second specific gaming state that gives a smaller amount of gaming value than the gaming value are all 0. The case of determining 1 second and a short sudden probability variation jackpot will be described, but the method of making the game value different for a specific game state is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is reduced as the game value is determined. Also good. In addition, for example, the second specific gaming state may be determined in which the number of times of opening of the big winning opening during the big hit is reduced as the gaming value compared to the first specific gaming state (for example, the first specific gaming state) In the case of (2), the grand prize opening is opened 15 times, and in the case of the second specific gaming state, the grand prize opening is opened only twice). Also, for example, even in the case of the same 15 round big hits, a first specific gaming state in which a big winning opening is opened several times per round, and a second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened only once per round. And the game value of the second specific gaming state may be lowered by substantially reducing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. As described above, the game balls are less likely to win the prize winning opening by reducing the number of times the opening of the prize winning opening or shortening the opening time compared to the first specific gaming state. It is sufficient that a specific gaming state is provided.

  In the present embodiment, the time-saving state is controlled after completion of the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state), and thereafter, the time-saving state is ended when the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times. For example, when the big hits A to C are generated, the time is controlled to be reduced after the big hit gaming state. Further, the number of executions of the variable display in which the short-time state is continued differs depending on the type of jackpot that has occurred. For example, if a normal big hit A occurs, the time reduction state is continued from the end of the big hit gaming state until the fluctuation display is finished 40 times, and if a normal big hit B occurs, the variable display is displayed after the big hit gaming state ends. The time-saving state is continued until 60 times are ended, and when the big hit C is normally generated, the time-saving state is continued after the big hit gaming state is ended until the variable display is ended 100 times.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, the types of big hits are “normal big hit A”, “normal big hit B”, “normal big hit C”, “probability big hit” and “sudden probability change”. There is a big hit. In this embodiment, “general big hit A”, “normal big hit B”, and “normal big hit C” are also simply referred to as “normal big hit”.

  The “probable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and is shifted to a probable change state (high probability state) after the big hit gaming state is finished (in this embodiment, the positive change big win state is entered). At the same time, the state is shifted to the time-saving state (see steps S167 and S168 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the big round gaming state of 15 rounds and is not shifted to the probabilistic state after the big hit gaming state is ended, but is shifted only to the short time state. Then, after shifting to the time-short state, the time-short state is maintained until the execution of the variable symbol display of special symbols and effect symbols is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 40 times, 60 times, 100 times) (steps S141 to S144 described later). reference). In this embodiment, even if a big hit occurs after the transition to the time reduction state and before the execution of the predetermined number of fluctuation displays is finished, the time reduction state ends (see step S132 described later).

  In addition, “suddenly promising big hit” means that the number of times the big winning opening is opened is the same at 15 times compared to “probable big hit” and “normal big hit”, but the opening time per time is 0.1 second. It is a short big hit, and after the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to the probability variation state (high probability state) and to the time reduction state (see steps S167 and S168 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  As described above, in this embodiment, even when “small hit” is reached, the big winning opening is opened 15 times for 0.1 seconds, and the big hit gaming state due to “suddenly probable big hit” Similar control is performed. In the case of “small hit”, the game state does not change after the opening of the big winning opening 15 times, and the game state before “small hit” is maintained (described later). Steps S145 to S149). By doing so, it is made impossible to recognize whether it is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, and the interest of the game is improved.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with random 1 values, and are “probable big hit”, “normal big hit A”, “normal big hit B”, “normal big hit C”, “sudden probable big hit” ”Is set corresponding to each of“ ”. 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.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, the non-reach PA 1-1 to the non-reach are used as the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol 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 shown as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 and super PB3-1 to super PB3-2 are prepared. In addition, as shown in FIG. 9, about the fluctuation pattern of non-reach PA1-4 which is used when not reaching and has a pseudo-continuous effect, re-change is performed once. Of the variation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-1 is used, re-variation is performed once. The non-reach PA1-2 variation pattern used when not reaching is a variation pattern for shortening variation, and the variation time of the effect design is shortened to a short time (1.5 seconds in this example). . Of the variation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed twice. 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 three times. Note that the re-variation means that the variable display of the effect symbol is executed again after temporarily stopping the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. . In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the effect symbol is temporarily stopped at a specific loss symbol (so-called chance chance) for performing re-variation. That is, by stopping the chance eye, the player is made aware of the execution of re-variation. Here, the left symbol and the middle symbol are the same numbers, and the effect symbol whose right symbol is a number larger by “1” than the symbol of the left symbol and the middle symbol is regarded as a chance.

  As shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2 are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol. -3 to Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 to SuperPA3-4, Super PB3-3 to Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 9, the fluctuation patterns of special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns used in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9, when the normal PB2-3 is used among the fluctuation patterns that are used when the sudden change is not suddenly big hit or small hit and the pseudo-continuous effects are used, re-change is performed once. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have the effect of pseudo-ream, re-variation is performed three times. In addition, for the variation pattern of the special PG 1-3 that is used in the case of sudden probability big hit or small hit and has a pseudo-continuous effect, re-variation is performed once.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time is 32 in the case of Super Reach A with pseudo-ream). In the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds). For example, even in the case of the same type of Super Reach Depending on the total number of pending storage, the variation time may be varied. For example, even with the same type of super reach, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When the variable display of the two special symbols is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4). For example, a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number, and the change time may be varied.

  10 and 11 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. FIG. In the example shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies 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 variation pattern that can be used, 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 8C07 (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 8C07 (H), so the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C07 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

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

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth 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 fourth 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 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 is configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for sudden probability change big hit start designation in the case of sudden probability change big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command in case of small hit. Also 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. Note that the value indicating the number of rounds in internal control (not the apparent number of rounds) is set in the EXT data and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the special winning opening opening designation command. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize how many rounds in the big hit game are to be started by confirming the EXT data of the special winning opening opening designation command. For example, if “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data, it can be recognized that round 1 of the jackpot game is started, and if “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data. It can be recognized that it is the start of Round 7 of the jackpot game.

  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. Note that the value indicating the number of rounds in internal control (not the apparent number of rounds) is set in the EXT data and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the designation command after the special winning opening is opened. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize how many rounds in the big hit game are to end by confirming the EXT data of the designation command after the big winning opening is opened. For example, if “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data, it can be recognized that the round 1 of the big hit game is completed, and if “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data. , It can be recognized that the end of round 7 of the jackpot game.

  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 a normal 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 background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the time-short state (not including the probability variation state). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the probability change state.

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has decreased by one. Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has decreased by one.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which an effect control command indicating that the number of reserved memories has increased or decreased is transmitted for each of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. You may make it transmit the production control command which designates itself. In this case, for example, an effect control command for designating which one of the first start prize opening 13 and the second start prize opening 14 has been won is transmitted, and the reserved memory number designation command for designating the reserved memory number is designated as the first. You may make it transmit a common production | presentation control command by 1 reserved memory number and 2nd reserved memory number.

  Further, for example, separate presentation control commands (holding memory number designation commands) may be transmitted when the first holding memory number is designated and when the second holding memory number is designated. In this case, for example, as a reserved memory number designation command, a value that can specify the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number as MODE data (for example, “C0 (H) when designating the first reserved memory number) ”And“ C1 (H) ”in the case of designating the second reserved memory number), an effect control command in which the value of the reserved memory number is set as EXT data may be transmitted.

  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 effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 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 presentation control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  In addition, as the transmission method of the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 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-like (rectangular wave) capture signal (NT signal of effect control I) 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. 10 and FIG. 11, 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 8a and the second special symbol. An effect display that can be used in common with the 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.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the first start port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 or that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 or a start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the start opening switch passing process is performed. Execute (Steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the pending storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total pending storage number counter. 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 design control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control to transmit the specified command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When 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). In this embodiment, as will be described later, a special symbol display control for stopping and displaying a special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol display control process based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data, and the special symbol stop symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting contents of the output buffer in the display control processing in step S22.

  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 winning 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). Note that the pre-opening process for small hits is executed every time the big winning opening during the small hit game is opened. It is also a process to start.

  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. When the closing condition of the big prize opening is satisfied and the number of opening of the big prize opening still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. Update. 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 is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (step S211). If the first start port switch 13a is not on, the process proceeds to step S217. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step S217.

  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 S213), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S214). 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. 14) (step S215). . In the process of step S215, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are not extracted and stored in advance in the storage area in the start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning). You may make it extract at the time of the change start of 1 special symbol. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts a value from a variation pattern type determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) in a variation pattern setting process to be described later, A value may be directly extracted from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a determination random number (random 3).

  FIG. 14 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. 14, 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.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S216).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (step S217). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If 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 reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S218). 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 S219), and the value of the aggregate reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S220). 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. 14) (step S221). . In the process of step S221, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S222).

  15 and 16 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, if the customer waiting demonstration designation command has not yet been transmitted, control is performed to send the customer waiting demonstration designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S51A), and the processing is performed. finish. For example, when the CPU 56 transmits a customer waiting demonstration designation command in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted. When the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interruption is executed after sending the customer waiting demo designation command, the customer waiting demonstration request command is repeatedly set based on the fact that the customer waiting demo designation command transmission completed flag is set. Control should be performed so that the demo designation command is not transmitted. In this case, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmission completion flag may be reset when the next special symbol variation display is started.

  If the total pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second pending storage number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second 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. In other words, control is performed so that the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is established in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable 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 stores the first reserved memory number = N (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Each random number value stored in the area is stored in a storage area corresponding to N-1 of the first reserved storage number =. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 stores the second reserved memory number in a storage area corresponding to N (n = 2, 3, 4). Each random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to N−1 of the second reserved storage number =.

  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 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.

  Moreover, CPU56 performs control which transmits a background designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for effect control according to the present game state (step S60). In this case, when the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability variation state background designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time reduction state background designation command when the time variation flag indicating that the time reduction state is not set and the time reduction state is set. Further, when neither the probability change flag nor the time reduction flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  Note that, in this embodiment, the background designation command is transmitted every time for each variation. Only when the state changes, a background designation command corresponding to the changed gaming state may be transmitted. With such a configuration, the number of transmissions of the background designation command can be reduced, and the processing burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) is given. Set to pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect symbol command control process (step S30). In this embodiment, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the effect control microcomputer in the order of the background designation command, the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the reserved memory number subtraction designation command for each timer interrupt. 100 will be transmitted. Specifically, when the change of the special symbol is started, first, the background designation command is transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms elapses, the display result designation command is transmitted after elapse of 4 ms, and further after 4 ms elapses. A pending storage count subtraction designation command is transmitted. In addition, the symbol variation designation command (the first symbol variation designation command, the second symbol variation designation command) is also transmitted when the special symbol variation starts, but the symbol variation designation command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

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

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random number extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs the jackpot determination. The big hit determination module compares the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (see FIG. 7) 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-probability change state (normal game state and short-time state). ing. Specifically, the jackpot determination table at the time of probability change in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance (the table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 7A in the ROM 54 is set) and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 7A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When in the gaming state or the short-time state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 7A, 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. There is also.

  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. 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. 7B and 7C). 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. 7B and 7C, 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. Further, when 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 value of the random R 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. 8A. 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. 8B.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select the type corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area (“probable big hit”, “normal "Big hit A", "Normal big hit B", "Normal big hit C", "Sudden probability change big hit") are determined as the types of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot type determination random number extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. . Also, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, 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. In other words, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the game value is higher than the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Is a long 30 seconds and high euphoria) The ratio of normal jackpot and probable jackpot 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 jackpot type is “normal jackpot A”, “01” is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot B”, “02” is set as the data indicating the jackpot type. When the big hit type is “normal big hit C”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “04” is set as the data indicating the big hit type. When the big hit type is “suddenly promising big hit”, “05” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, depending on the decision result of the big hit type, one of “1”, “2”, “4”, “6”, “7”, which becomes the big hit symbol, is set as a special symbol. Decide on a stop symbol. That is, when “normal big hit A” is determined, “2” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “normal big hit B” is determined, “4” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, If “normal jackpot C” is determined, “6” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. If “probable big hit” is determined, “7” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When it is determined that “suddenly promising big hit”, “1” 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.

  In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is shown, but the method for determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is as follows. It is not limited to what is shown in the embodiment. For example, a table in which a special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type are associated in advance is prepared, and when a special symbol stop symbol is first determined based on the random number for determining the big hit type, the corresponding jackpot is determined based on the determination result. You may comprise so that a classification may also be determined.

  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. 17 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 S80). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines which of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types according to the big hit type. Is selected (step S81). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S82). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 selects the small hit variation pattern type determination table as a table used for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types (step S83). ). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  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 S84). The time reduction flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the time reduction state (including the time of shifting to the probability change state), and is reset when the time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually determined to be a big hit, a probable big hit, or a sudden probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. The change display is reset when the stop display is stopped and the stop symbol is stopped. If the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S84), the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for deviation for probability variation / time reduction as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types. A table is selected (step S85). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  If the time flag is not set (N in step S84), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (step S86). If the total pending storage number is less than 3 (N in step S86), the CPU 56 selects the deviation variation pattern type determination table as a table to be used for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types. (Step S87). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S86), the CPU 56 uses the deviation variation pattern type determination table as a table used to determine one of the plurality of variation pattern types. Is selected (step S88). Then, control goes to a step S89.

  In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more by executing the processes of steps S84 to S88, the deviation variation pattern type determination table is selected. In addition, when the gaming state is a short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included), the variation pattern type determination table for detachment is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S89, which will be described later, and when the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the process changes in step S91. Short reach variation non-reach PA1-2 is determined as a pattern. 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, the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation used in the short time state and the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages are shown as different tables. A common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for variation.

  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), a variation display of the shortening variation is performed. It may not be possible. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S84, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is almost zero. A type determination table 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 it in the process of steps S81, S83, S85, S87 or S88. By referring to the table, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S89). In the case where the random number 2 (variation pattern type determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for generating the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2). A value may be directly extracted from the random number counter for use, and the variation pattern type may be determined based on the extracted random value.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses a hit variation pattern determination table and a deviation variation pattern determination table as tables used to determine one of a plurality of variation patterns based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S89. One of them is selected (step S90). 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 S90. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S91). When the random number 3 (variation pattern determination random number) is not extracted at the timing of the start winning prize, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). The value may be directly extracted from the data, and the variation pattern may be determined based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S92). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first symbol variation designation command. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second symbol variation designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S93).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S94). 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 S95).

  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 S84 to S88, S89 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, a variation pattern type determination table for non-reach and a variation pattern type determination table for reach are prepared in advance, 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.

  FIG. 18 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 an effect control command (see FIG. 10) of any one of the display result 1 designation to the display result 7 designation 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 S101). If not set, the process proceeds to step S107.

  When the big hit flag is set, when the big hit type is the normal big hit A to C, one of the display result 2 designation command to the display result 4 designation command is selected depending on which of the normal big hits A to C. Is transmitted (steps S102 and S103). Specifically, the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal process is confirmed. If “01” is set in the big hit type buffer, the normal big hit A is specified. A command is sent. If “02” is set in the jackpot type buffer, a display result 3 designation command for specifying the normal jackpot B is sent. If “03” is set in the jackpot type buffer, the normal jackpot C is set. The designated display result 4 designation command is transmitted.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 6 designation command when the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit (steps S104 and S105). Whether or not it is suddenly probable big hit can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “05”.

  When neither normal big hit A to C nor sudden probability variation big hit is obtained (that is, when probability variation big hit is true), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 5 designation command (step S106).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S101), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S107). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 7 designation command (step S108). When the small hit flag is not set (N in Step S107), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (Step S109).

  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 S110).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 19 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 for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) is performed (step S701). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs a sub effect control process (step S706). In the sub-effect control process, the effect mode is switched and the display control of the sub-effect display device 51 according to the effect mode is executed.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process (step S707). In the 4th symbol process, the process corresponding to the current control state (4th symbol process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the 4th symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9 are selected. The display control of the 4th symbol 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 S708). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 20 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 FIGS. 10 and 11) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example 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 received 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 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 10 designation command) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result designation command storage area (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command or executes a process (step S685). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  In step S685, for example, if the received production control command is a power-on designation command (initialization designation command), the production control CPU 101 displays an initial screen indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control to display on the screen. Also, if the received production control command is a power failure recovery designation command, a control for displaying a predetermined power failure recovery screen (screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is performed. Do. If the command is a reserved memory number addition / subtraction designation command, 1 is added / subtracted from the reserved memory number, and the hold display is updated. If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demonstration designation command, a customer waiting demonstration screen is displayed.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the effect control 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 is realized. However, control related to variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process. It should be noted that the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol may be executed by separate effect control process processing. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is being executed depending on which representation control process processing is performing the variation display of the representation symbol.

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

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

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

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): When the big hit is reached, after the variation time is over, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit. In the case of a small hit, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of the small hit after the end of the variation time. For example, when a fanfare designation command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, if a display command indicating that the special winning opening is open is received, the display control of the number of rounds is performed.

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a display command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the big prize opening is after being opened (closed), an interval display is performed.

  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. For example, when an ending designation command for designating the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed. 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. 23 is a flowchart showing an effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8001). Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8001 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S8002). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of step S8002, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. When the pseudo-ream is designated by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 does not reach the chance symbol (for example, “223” or “445”) as the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream. The combination of the big hit symbol of the object and the symbol in which one symbol is shifted) is also determined. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes a notice effect (for example, a step-up notice effect, a motif display notice effect, a group notice effect, a button notice effect, a mini character notice effect) on the effect display device 9 during the variation display of the effect symbol. The notice effect setting process for determining whether or not to perform or setting the effect aspect of the notice effect is executed (step S8003).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the notice effect when the change pattern or notice effect is executed (step S8005). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S8009.

  In step S8009, the effect control CPU 101 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step S8009). Here, the process table will be described.

  FIG. 24 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 in accordance with the process data set in the process table (step S8010). 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, for example, data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol (display of the effect display device 9 in addition to the display mode of the effect symbol) (Including other aspects of the screen) Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. Further, the production time in the production mode is set in the process timer set value. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table, displays the effect design in the form set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and displays the character image or background displayed on the display screen. Control to display. In addition, the flashing of the light emitter is controlled in a manner set in the lamp control execution data and the sound number data, and the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled. In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table for the sub-effect display device 51 and sets the effect control execution data for the sub-effect display device 51 when controlling the sub-effect display device 51. In this manner, the display control of the sub-effect display device 51 is performed. In addition, when performing the description effect for explaining the predetermined effect displayed on the effect display device 9 on the sub-effect display device 51, process data for controlling the effect on the effect display device 9, and the sub-effect display Process data for effect control in the device 51 is associated with each other, and the associated process data is selected and executed so that the predetermined display displayed on the effect display device 9 is performed. An explanatory effect for explaining the effect may be performed by the sub-effect display device 51.

  The process table shown in FIG. 24 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. The process table is prepared according to the contents of each variation pattern and notice effect. If it is determined in step S8003 to execute the notice effect, the data corresponding to the notice effect is set, the process table is selected, and it is not decided to execute the notice effect. The process table for which data corresponding to the notice effect is not set is selected.

  Also, 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 symbols, pseudo-stops, and temporary stop symbols in the sliding effect. May be.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8011). Then, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the history accumulation flag is set (step S8012). The history accumulation flag is a flag indicating that game history accumulation has started in the history accumulation effect mode.

  If the history accumulation flag is set, 1 is added to the variation counter indicating the number of variations (step S8013), and the process proceeds to step S8014. If the history accumulation flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S8014. Thereby, even if the production mode is not set to the history accumulation production mode, the number of fluctuations is measured during the history accumulation.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8014).

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the secondary effect control process (step S706) in the effect control main process. In the sub-effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not an effect mode switching operation has been received from the player (step S2801). Specifically, it is determined whether or not a switching operation has been received by determining whether or not an operation to the push button 120 has been received based on whether or not an operation detection signal is input from the push sensor 124.

  If it is determined that the switching operation has not been accepted, the process proceeds to step S2805. If it is determined that the switching operation has been accepted, that is, if it is determined that an operation from the player on the push button 120 has been accepted, “1” is added to the value of the effect mode flag (step S2802), and the process proceeds to step S2803. . The effect mode flag is a flag for indicating in which effect mode the user is staying. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the effect mode flag is set to “1” when the power is turned on. The effect mode flag is not limited to this as long as it is set to a predetermined value (any one of “1” to “3”) at a timing before the game is started.

  FIG. 26 is an explanatory diagram showing the correspondence between the effect mode flag and the effect mode. In the explanatory diagram shown in FIG. 26, the effect mode is associated with the value of the effect mode flag. For example, if the value of the effect mode flag is “1”, it indicates that the user is staying in the specific effect mode, and if the value of the effect mode flag is “2”, it indicates that the user is staying in the explanation effect mode. If the value of the effect mode flag is “3”, it indicates that the user is staying in the history accumulation effect mode.

  In step S2803, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “4” (step S2803). If it is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S2805. If it is “4”, the value of the effect mode flag is set to “1” (step S2804), and the process proceeds to step S2805. Thus, every time an operation to the push button 120 is received, the effect mode is continuously switched in the order of the specific effect mode, the explanation effect mode, the history accumulation effect mode, the specific effect mode, and so on. In addition, the effect mode is switched by accepting an operation from the player regardless of whether or not it is changing. In the present embodiment, the effect mode is switched every time an operation from the player is accepted. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the presentation mode may be switched when a predetermined number of operations are received, or whether to shift or not may be determined by lottery. Further, the transition destination production mode is not limited to this, and for example, the player may select one of the plurality of production modes and shift to the selected production mode. Then, the transition destination production mode may be determined randomly by a method such as lottery. The trigger for switching the effect mode is not limited to the player's operation on the push button 120, and may be an operation on any operation member such as another button or lever.

  In step S2805, the effect control CPU 101 executes a specific effect mode start process for starting the specific effect mode (step S2805). Then, a specific effect mode process for performing control in the specific effect mode, an explanation effect mode process for performing control in the explanation effect mode, and a history accumulation effect mode process for performing control in the history accumulation effect mode are executed (steps S2806 to S2806). S2808), the subsidiary effect control process is terminated.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the specific effect mode start process (step S2805) in the sub effect control process. In the specific effect mode start process, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the change has started (step S3001). At this time, for example, it is determined whether or not a new variation pattern command is stored in the variation pattern command storage area, or is the first symbol variation designation command reception flag or the second symbol variation designation command reception flag set? By judging whether or not, it is judged whether or not the fluctuation is started.

  If the change has not started (N in step S3001), the specific effect mode start process is terminated as it is. When there is no change in the specific effect mode, a moving image or a still image on which the character is displayed is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51, and the display is switched to the suggestion effect when the change starts. Also good. When the change is started, the change pattern command is read from the change pattern command storage area (step S3002), and it is determined whether the change pattern is one of the super PAs 3-1 to 3-4 (step S3003). If it is one of the super PAs 3-1 to 3-4, a process table for success suggesting effect is set (step S3004). A table is set (step S3005).

  Then, a process timer is started (step S3006), and a specific flag that is a flag indicating that the process table for the specific performance is set is set (step S3007). Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “1” (step S3008). If it is “1”, that is, if it is in the specific effect mode, it is set in step S3004 or step S3005. The effect device is controlled according to the contents of process data 1 in the process table (specific effect is executed) (step S3009). Specifically, display control of the sub-effect display device 51 is performed. If the value of the effect mode flag is not “1”, that is, if the user is staying in the explanation effect mode or the history accumulation effect mode (N in step S3008), the specific effect mode start process is ended as it is. In this way, when you switch to the specific effect mode at any time by setting the process table of the suggestion effect and starting the process timer even when you are in the explanation effect mode or the history accumulation effect mode However, it is possible to smoothly execute the effect in the specific effect mode without a sense of incongruity.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing processing during the specific effect mode (step S2806) in the sub-effect control process. In the process during the specific effect mode, the CPU 101 for effect control determines whether or not the specific flag is set (step S3101). If it is not set, that is, if the process table for the specific effect is not set, The process during the specific effect mode is terminated.

  If the specific flag is set, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation has ended (step S3102). At this time, for example, it is determined whether or not the variation has been completed by determining whether or not a confirmed command reception flag is set and whether or not a new symbol variation designation command has been received. If the change has not ended, the process timer is decremented by “1” (step S3103), and it is determined whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S3104). If not timed out, the process proceeds to step S3107.

  If timed out, the process is switched to the next process data (step S3105), and the next process timer is started (step S3106). In step S3107, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “1” (step S3107). If it is not “1”, that is, if the user does not stay in the specific effect mode, the specific effect mode is maintained. End the middle process. When it is “1”, that is, when staying in the specific effect mode, the effect device is controlled according to the contents of the process data n (specific effect is executed) (step S3108).

  If it is determined in step S3102 that the fluctuation has ended (Y in step S3102), the effect control CPU 101 resets the specific flag (step S3109) and ends the process in the specific effect mode. In this way, even when you are in the explanation effect mode or the history accumulation effect mode, even if you switch to the specific effect mode at any timing by operating the suggestion effect process timer, it is smooth without any sense of incongruity An effect in the specific effect mode can be executed.

  In the present embodiment, the success suggestion effect or the failure suggestion effect is always performed in all variations, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be determined by lottery whether or not the suggestion effect is executed for each change.

  In addition, when the success suggestion effect is executed, the configuration is made such that three pseudo-reams are always executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It is good also as a structure from which the selection ratio of a success suggestion production differs by the case where it does not develop. For example, the selection ratio of the success suggesting effect when it is developed into three pseudo-continuations may be 80%, and the selection ratio of the success suggestion effect when not developing into three pseudo-continuations may be 30%. . In addition, when the failure suggestion effect is executed, the three-time pseudo-continuous is not necessarily executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It may have a pattern. Thereby, the disappointment of the player due to the occurrence of the failure suggestion effect can be alleviated.

  In addition, although the suggestive effect is an effect that suggests that it will be developed into three pseudo-reams, it is not limited to this. For example, it may be an effect that suggests the development to reach, or an effect that suggests the development to the next re-variation. The effect suggesting that the next re-variation is developed may be such that a plurality of suggested effects are performed during one change. The generation timing of the suggestion effect is not limited to the fluctuation, and may be a big hit. For example, it suggests whether or not the big hit that occurred is a promising big hit, suggests a hint that suggests the number of short times in the short game state that shifts after the big hit, and suggests whether there is a big hit in the stored holding ball The suggestion effect or the like may be executed using the sub-effect display device 51 during the big hit. In that case, after performing any suggestion effect on the sub-effect display device 51, the effect display device 9 or the sub-effect display displays an effect (for example, a promotion effect) that further suggests the content of the suggestion target of the suggestion effect. It may be executed by the device 51. For example, after performing a failure suggestion effect that suggests that the generated big hit is not a probable big hit in the sub-effect display device 51, the effect display device 9 suggests or reports that the generated big hit is a probable big hit. It may be something that performs a probable promotion effect.

  In addition, the player is prompted to operate an operation member such as a trigger button 121 (an operation unit different from the operation unit that switches the effect mode), and the suggested effect is selected according to the operation from the player. It may be something like this. For example, a success suggestion effect is executed when an operation from a player is received a specified number of times, while a failure suggestion effect is executed when an operation is not received a specified number of times, and developed into three pseudo-continuations. The case where the prescribed number of times is smaller than the case where the number of times of doing is not developed into three pseudo-reams. By doing so, the success suggestion effect is more likely to occur in the case of developing to three pseudo-continuations than in the case of not developing to three pseudo-continuations. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation when the success suggestion effect is generated while improving the interest by operating the player.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an explanatory effect mode process (step S2807) in the sub effect control process. In addition, the process table including the process data of the explanatory effect is in advance at a predetermined timing (for example, at the time of turning on the power, at the start of the first fluctuation after turning on the power, at the time of launching the first game ball after turning on the power) Shall be set. In the explanation effect mode process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts “1” from the process timer (step S3201). Then, it is determined whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S3202). If the process timer has not timed out, the process proceeds to step S3205.

  When it is determined that time-out has occurred, the effect control CPU 101 starts the next process timer (step S3203) and switches the process data for explanation effect (step S3204). In step S3205, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “2” (step S3205). If it is “2”, that is, if the user is in the explanation effect mode, the process data m The effect device is controlled according to the contents of (the explanation effect is executed) (step S3206), and the explanation effect mode process is terminated. If the value of the effect mode flag is not “2”, that is, if the user does not stay in the explanation effect mode, the explanation effect mode process is terminated as it is.

  In the present embodiment, in the explanation effect mode, the explanation effect having contents that do not interfere with the fluctuation is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the effect displayed on the effect display device 9 It is good also as performing the description production for explaining. Specifically, the sub-effect display device 51 may execute an explanation effect that explains the expected degree of jackpot in the reach effect performed on the effect display device 9.

  30 and 31 are flowcharts showing the history accumulation effect mode process (step S2808) in the sub effect control process. In the history accumulation effect mode process, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the history accumulation flag is set (step S3301). If the history accumulation flag is not set, whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “3”. Is determined (step S3302). When the value of the effect mode flag is not “3”, that is, when the history accumulation effect mode is not being performed, the history accumulation effect mode process is ended as it is.

  When the value of the effect mode flag is “3”, that is, when in the history accumulation effect mode, the operation input image data for history accumulation is set (step S3303). The operation input image is an image in which the player can input an authentication ID and a password. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not an input operation has been accepted (step S3304). When the input operation is accepted, it is determined whether or not the user authentication is successful (step S3305). When the user operation is unsuccessful, the history accumulation effect mode process is terminated as it is. If successful, the screen data during history accumulation is set in the VRAM (step S3306), a history accumulation flag is set (step S3307), and the history accumulation effect mode processing is terminated. The history accumulating screen is a so-called menu screen that allows the player to select “game history display” for viewing the game history and “history accumulation end” for ending the history accumulation. Yes. When the input operation is not accepted, the history accumulation effect mode process is terminated as it is. In step S3306, in addition to the accumulation screen, the screen data indicating that the authentication is successful and the screen data indicating that the accumulation of the game history is started are displayed on the sub-effect display device 51. You may do. In that case, it may be displayed together with the accumulating screen, or any one of the screens may be displayed.

  If the history accumulation flag is set in step S3301, it is determined whether or not the ending flag is set (step S3401). The in-completion flag is a flag indicating that the history accumulation end screen is being displayed. If the ending flag is not set, that is, if the history is being accumulated, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “3” (step S3402). The accumulation effect mode process is terminated.

  If the effect mode flag is “3”, it is determined whether or not a history display instruction for displaying a game history has been received from the player (step S3403). Specifically, it is determined whether or not a history display instruction has been received from the player by determining whether or not the item “game history display” on the menu screen has been selected and determined. When the history display instruction is received, the effect control CPU 101 reads the game history (step S3404), and sets the read game history image data (step S3405). Here, the game history is the number of changes, and specifically, the value of the change counter is read. Note that the specific example of the game history is not limited to the number of fluctuations. For example, the number of big hits, the number of small hits, the type of jackpot that occurred, the number of reach, the number of pseudo-reams, the game time, the total number of balls played, Any information such as the type during the game played by the player may be used.

  If no history display instruction has been received in step S3403, it is determined whether a history storage end instruction has been received from the player (step S3406). Specifically, it is determined whether or not a history storage end instruction has been received from the player by determining whether or not the item “history storage end” on the menu screen has been selected and determined. If the history accumulation end instruction has not been received, the history accumulation effect mode process is terminated as it is. If accepted, the game history is read and reset (step S3407). Here, after reading the value of the variation counter, the value of the variation counter is set to “0”.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 generates a two-dimensional code image based on the read game history information (step S3408). Here, an example of a specific method for generating an image of a two-dimensional code will be described. The effect control CPU 101 encrypts the read game history with a common key. Then, the effect control CPU 101 adds the encrypted character string as a parameter to a predetermined URL of the server, and converts it into a two-dimensional code.

  The information contained in the two-dimensional code is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, but the current date (year / year / month / day / hour / minute / second / day of the week) and other game histories (usually big hits) Number of times / number of probable big hits / number of small wins / number of decorative symbols displayed between big hit and big win / number of winning balls), current gaming state (probable state, short time state, big hit gaming state) A two-dimensional code including a game shop ID, a machine ID, a model ID of the gaming machine, and a manufacturer ID that can identify the gaming machine manufacturer that manufactured the pachinko gaming machine may be generated.

  After step S3408, the effect control CPU 101 sets history accumulation end screen data including the generated two-dimensional code (step S3409). By setting the history accumulation end screen data, an effect screen indicating that the history accumulation is terminated is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51, and the created two-dimensional code image is displayed on the effect display device 9. it can. Thereafter, an ending flag is set (step S3410), and a predetermined value (for example, 20 seconds) is set to the timer (step S3411).

  If the end flag is set in step S3401, a timer subtraction process is performed (step S3412), and it is determined whether the timer has timed out (step S3413). If the timer has not timed out, the history accumulation effect mode process is terminated. If timed out, the history accumulation end screen data setting is terminated (step S3414), the in-completion flag and the history accumulation flag are reset (steps S3415 and S3416), and the history accumulation effect mode process is terminated as it is. In this embodiment, the history accumulation start / end can be executed at any timing, but the history accumulation start / end may not be executed for a predetermined period. For example, during the change (or during the change period (for example, during reach)), the history accumulation start / end may not be executed even if an operation from the player is accepted.

  FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram showing an outline of switching of effect modes. The explanatory diagram shown in FIG. 32 shows a display example of the sub-effect display device 51 for each effect mode and the value of the effect mode flag. When an operation to the push button 120 is accepted, the effect mode is switched. It is shown.

  For example, as shown in the drawing, when an operation on the push button 120 is detected in the specific effect mode with the value of the effect mode flag “1”, the value is switched to the explanation effect mode with the value of the effect mode flag “2”. At this time, the sub-effect display device 51 displays an image of an explanatory effect such as “a great chance if the pseudo-ream continues three times!”. Further, when an operation on the push button 120 is detected in the explanation effect mode in which the value of the effect mode flag is “2”, the operation mode is switched to the history accumulation effect mode in which the value of the effect mode flag is “3”. At this time, an operation input image for history accumulation is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51. Then, as shown in the figure, when an operation on the push button 120 is detected in the history accumulation effect mode in which the value of the effect mode flag is “3”, the value is switched to the specific effect mode in which the value of the effect mode flag is “1”. At this time, the sub-effect display device 51 displays a success suggestion image such as “success!”.

  FIG. 33 is a timing chart when executing a specific effect in the specific effect mode. The timing chart shown in FIG. 33 shows the effects of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 for each timing in one symbol variation.

  First, when Super PA 3-4 is selected as the variation pattern, the symbol is varied from timing a to timing b. Then, at the changing timing c, the chance is stopped and displayed on the effect display means 9, and the first re-variation is started. Then, the sub-effect display device 51 starts the mini-game effect at the predetermined timing d, and the success suggestion effect is generated at the timing f before the timing e at which the third chance is stopped and displayed on the effect display means 9. This is executed by the secondary effect display device 51. Accordingly, it is possible to suggest to the player that three pseudo-runs are generated in the specific effect mode. In addition, the generation timing of the success suggestion effect or the failure suggestion effect may be at least before the timing at which the third chance chance is stopped and displayed.

  Next, display examples of the subsidiary effect display device 51 in each effect mode will be described with reference to FIGS. 34 to 36. FIG. 34 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example for each timing of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 in the specific effect mode.

  First, an image indicating that the mini game is to be started is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51 at the timing t1 when the second pseudo-ream is executed on the effect display device 9. When the variation pattern is one of the super PAs 3-1 to 3-4, that is, when the three pseudo-reams are confirmed, the success suggestion effect is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51 as at timing t2. As it is executed, the effect symbol stops at the chance of the effect display device 9 and develops to the third pseudo-ream. Further, when the variation pattern is not one of the super PAs 3-1 to 3-4, that is, when it is determined that the three-time pseudo-continuation is not executed, the sub-effect display device is displayed at timing t3 after t1. At 51, the failure suggestion effect is executed, and the effect display device 9 stops the effect symbol at a symbol different from the chance, and the special symbol variation is also stopped as it is, and the process proceeds to the next variation. A mini game is an effect of arbitrary contents. For example, an effect that suggests the occurrence of a special effect depending on the character's movement (for example, success if you run through the screen, failure if you roll on the way), or the presence or absence of a special effect due to the victory or defeat of sports (For example, success if you score a goal in soccer, failure if you remove the shot), or an effect that suggests the presence or absence of special effects by winning or losing a battle between an ally character and an enemy character (for example, success if the ally character wins) Or failure if defeated). Further, it may be an effect that accepts an operation from a player. In that case, it may be one that performs either a successful production or a failure production regardless of whether or not an operation is accepted. If there is an operation, a successful production is performed at a predetermined rate. It may be something that makes a failure production.

  FIG. 35 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 in the explanation effect mode. As shown in FIG. 35, an explanation effect is provided to explain the pseudo-ream, “Chance if the pseudo-ream continues three times!”. Here, the explanation is given by taking the case of changing as an example, but it is not limited to the case of changing, and the explanation effect may be performed at any timing such as during big hit, during small hit or during demonstration.

  FIG. 36 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 in the history accumulation effect mode. The explanatory view shown in FIG. 36 shows a display example of the effect display device 9 and the sub-effect display device 51 for each timing in the history accumulation effect mode. First, at the timing T1 when the history accumulation is not started, an input operation image for starting the history accumulation is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51. The input operation image is, for example, an authentication ID or password input screen.

  Then, at the timing T2 when the input from the player is received and the history accumulation is executed, a menu screen on which the player can select the display of the game history and the end of the history accumulation is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51.

  Then, at the timing T3 when the operation for ending history accumulation from the player is received, the game is finished, and an image indicating that the game is finished is displayed on the sub-effect display device 51, and is created based on the game history. An image of the two-dimensional code is displayed on the effect display device 9.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, the effect mode is switched based on the operation from the player, and the effect according to the switched effect mode can be executed by the sub-effect display device 51. Thereby, since the production | presentation using the sub production | presentation display apparatus 51 can be diversified, it can prevent becoming monotonous and can aim at the improvement of interest. Also, by making the trigger for switching the production mode to be the detection of the operation by the player, the switching timing is left to the player, and the optimal timing for the player (for example, the timing when the player starts feeling bored in the current production mode) ) To switch the production mode.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, it was set as the structure which switches to the description effect mode which can perform the effect including the description effect for explaining the effect of the effect display device 9, and performs the effect using the sub effect display device 51. . Thereby, since the effect can be explained to the player without interfering with the effect displayed on the effect display device 9, it is possible to give the player without reducing the effect of the effect displayed on the effect display device 9. The understanding of the production can be deepened and the interest can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a configuration in which an effect using the sub-effect display device 51 is executed by switching to a history storage effect mode capable of executing an effect including an effect of displaying an image when starting history accumulation is performed. . Thereby, history accumulation can be started without interfering with the effect displayed on the effect display device 9. Accordingly, it is possible to improve the interest without reducing the effect of the effect performed using the effect display device 9.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, it was set as the structure which can perform switching of effect mode by receiving operation from a player regardless of whether it is changing. Thereby, the effect mode can be switched at any timing of the player, and the convenience can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the specific effect mode, the success suggestion effect is executed by the sub-effect display device 51 when the variation pattern of the pseudo-continuous three times. Thereby, a player can be made to pay attention to the production | presentation displayed on the subsidiary production | presentation display apparatus 51, and the improvement of an interest can be aimed at.

  In the present embodiment, when an operation to the push button 120 from the player is accepted, the effect mode is switched at any timing, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the effect mode may be switched with an operation from the player as a trigger only before a predetermined condition (reach effect, generation of pseudo-ream, jackpot confirmation) in the effect display device 9 is established. If the production mode is switched during the reach production, the player's attention is dispersed between the production display device 9 and the sub-production display device 51 even though the reach production occurs. By limiting to before the generation of the reach effect, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the effect of the reach effect. Similarly, the effect mode may not be switched during a big hit, or there may be a special effect mode that can be shifted only during a big hit. By doing so, it is possible to diversify the production during the big hit and to improve the interest.

  In the present embodiment, the trigger for switching the effect mode is the acceptance of the operation on the push button 120. The operation member for switching the effect mode (push button 120 in this example) and the operation member used for the effect of receiving an operation from the player may be provided individually or in combination. It may be a thing. When used together, for example, the presentation mode is normally switched when an operation on the push button 120 is detected, while the predetermined presentation is developed when an operation on the push button 120 is detected during the generation of the predetermined presentation. It may be a thing to do. Further, depending on the operation mode from the player, either switching of the effect mode or development of a predetermined effect may be determined. For example, when an operation to the push button 120 is received while a predetermined effect is generated, an operation mode switching is determined when an operation (a so-called long press) that the push button 120 continues for a certain time or longer is performed. When the operation is performed for less than a predetermined time, the development of a predetermined production may be determined. In addition, it may be such as to determine which process is performed according to the number of times operated within a specified time, and which process is performed depending on whether or not a plurality of operation members are operated simultaneously. It may be something that determines. When the operation from the player is accepted, the effect mode can always be switched. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the period during which the effect mode can be switched when the operation is accepted is invalidated. A period may be provided. For example, the effect mode may be switched only when an operation from the player is accepted during the change of the symbol. In addition, during the change, a period for invalidating the switching of the effect mode may be provided, and the effect mode may be switched only when an operation is received from the player during a period other than the period for invalidating. For example, before or during execution of an effect (operation effect) that accepts an operation from a player, or during reach, the period of invalidating the effect mode switching may be used.

  In the present embodiment, only the effects corresponding to each effect mode are displayed on the sub-effect display device 51. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a symbol corresponding to a special symbol is variably displayed. The information may be displayed or information such as the number of stored suspensions and the reliability of the jackpot may be displayed. Moreover, it is possible to perform an effect indicating the reliability with respect to the big hit of the changing symbol while performing an effect according to each effect mode. In that case, for example, when an effect with a certain degree of reliability with respect to the big hit occurs, an effect indicating the reliability with respect to the big hit of the changing symbol is given priority over the effect according to the effect mode. Also good.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the secondary effect display device 51 is arranged at the lower right of the effect display device 9, but the present invention is not limited to this, and may be arranged at any position on the game board. However, it may be movable. Further, the sub-effect display device 51 and the effect display device 9 may be such that a touch sensor is mounted. In that case, since it is possible to perform an effect that directly touches the player, it is possible to further enhance the interest.

  Although omitted in the present embodiment, the player may be notified that the effect mode is switched when the operation member (the push button 120 in this example) is operated. At that time, information for informing that effect may be displayed on the effect display device 9 or the sub-effect display device 51, or an operation is promoted by turning on an LED built in the operation member. Also good. Moreover, it is good also as alerting | reporting, without making it feel troublesome by performing alerting | reporting when switching of effect mode is not performed more than fixed time (for example, 30 minutes). Further, when the same player is playing a game (for example, when the history is being accumulated), the game may be notified only once until the game is finished. In addition, even if a notification is made when no game is being played, the player may not be watching, so a notification should be given during the game (for example, during a change, during a big hit, during the launch of a game ball) Is desirable.

  In addition, the trigger for switching the production mode is only the operation by the player. However, when a certain period of time has passed without accepting the switching operation from the player, the gaming machine is forcibly switched to the predetermined production mode. May be.

  In the present embodiment, the processing related to the rendering mode is always continuously executed regardless of the value of the rendering mode flag. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the production mode may be switched and the processing related to the production mode of the switching destination may be started.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, although it had three specific production modes, description production mode, and history accumulation production mode as production modes, it is not restricted to this. For example, it may have a plurality of presentation modes with different characters, themes, and colors that appear in the presentation, or it may have a presentation mode that can include presentations including presentations that display corporate advertisements, etc. There may be.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the display of the history accumulation end screen is ended when a predetermined time elapses from the start, but is not limited to this, for example, an operation from a player The display may be terminated when the screen is received, and the menu screen or the history accumulation input operation screen may be displayed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the specific effect mode, the suggestion effect mode is determined by the read variation pattern. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is determined which notice effect execution is determined. Then, it is possible to determine the mode of the suggestion effect. For example, when it is determined by lottery whether or not to execute a character notice effect that passes through different characters depending on the degree of reliability with respect to the jackpot, the lottery result of the lottery is temporarily stored, and the suggestion effect mode based on the stored lottery result It may be something that decides.

  In the present embodiment, in the specific effect mode, the suggestion effect is executed regardless of whether or not the special effect to be suggested is generated (success suggestion effect if the special effect occurs, and failure suggestion effect if it does not occur). However, the presence / absence of the special effect may be suggested by performing the suggestion effect only on one of the cases where it does not occur and the case where it does not occur. For example, in the case of developing to three pseudo-runs, an effect that the character runs through is performed by the sub-effect display device 51, and in the case of not developing to three pseudo-runs, the effect that the character runs through is not executed, so that It may indicate the presence or absence of development into a ream.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the specific effect mode, the effect mode that can execute the suggestion effect that suggests the presence or absence of the occurrence of the three times of the pseudo-ream, is not limited to this. For example, other effects Or the presence or absence of an event other than the special performance may be suggested. Specifically, it is good also as an effect mode which can perform the effect including the specific effect which suggests the presence or absence of occurrence of a big hit, and the suggestion of the game state during stay.

  In the present embodiment, one specific effect mode is provided, but a plurality of specific effect modes are provided, and each specific effect in the plurality of specific effect modes is, for example, an effect mode. At least one or more elements such as (for example, the type of effect), the occurrence frequency of the effect, and the indication target of the effect (for example, occurrence of reach, occurrence of jackpot, game state during stay) may be different. Specifically, for example, there are a specific effect mode A and a specific effect mode B that can execute an effect including a battle effect that suggests whether or not a big hit has occurred by fighting an ally character and an enemy character. The specific effect mode A may be higher than the specific effect mode B.

  In the present embodiment, in the specific effect mode, when it is determined that a special effect (three pseudo-reams in this example) is generated in the effect display device 9, the success suggesting effect is selected and executed. However, this is not a limitation. For example, after determining whether the suggestion effect of the success suggestion effect or the failure suggestion effect is to be performed, the effect display device 9 may perform an effect corresponding to the determined suggestion effect. For example, when the variation pattern type in this example is Super PA3, if either the success suggestion effect or the failure suggestion effect is selected and executed by lottery at a predetermined ratio, the success suggestion effect is executed three times. On the other hand, if a failure suggestion effect is executed, an effect other than the three times of the pseudo ream may be performed. In this case, an effect having the same time as that of the three times of pseudo-continuations is performed. Therefore, a plurality of variation effect patterns (for example, a variation effect pattern for three times of pseudo-interaction and two times) It is desirable to store a variable production pattern that develops into a super reach after the quasi-continuation.

  In the present embodiment, in the explanation presentation mode, the explanation presentation process table is set when the power is turned on or at the start of the first fluctuation. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and every time a predetermined time elapses. A new process table may be set. In this case, the contents of the explanation effect by the table in the first set process may be the same as or different from the contents of the explanation effect by the newly set process table.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the explanation effect mode, the explanation effect for explaining the predetermined effect executed by the effect display device 9 is performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Expectation explanation effect on the degree of expectation, type explanation effect explaining the type of notice effect, game explanation effect for explanation of game methods (for example, how to hit, rules, history accumulation, etc.) for beginners, It may be possible to execute a character explanation effect for explaining the character appearing in the effect. Moreover, it is good also as what is provided with the production | presentation mode in which several description production is performed among those explanatory productions. Also, each explanation effect mode in which each explanation effect can be executed may be provided, and a plurality of explanation effect modes may be executed simultaneously.

  In addition, when performing a variation effect that causes the player to operate the operation member on the effect display device 9, it is possible to further improve the interest by performing an effect using the sub-effect display device 51. Details will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a first display unit (for example, an effect display device 9) that performs variable display of identification information and a second display that displays an image related to variable display of identification information performed by the first display unit. Means (for example, sub-effect display device 51) and operation means (for example, push button 120, stick controller 122, etc.) that can be operated by the player may be provided.

  The operation means may be other operation means such as a push button 120, a stick controller 122, a simple push button, a lever switch, and a jog dial. As shown in FIG. 37, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is configured to include two different display devices such as an effect display device 9 and a sub-effect display device 51. These are controlled by the effect control CPU 101 of the effect control board 80 as shown in FIG.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is based on the fact that there has been an operation on the operation means within an operation effective period during which the operation on the operation means is valid (for example, an operation reception period in which an operation from the user is received in reach production). An operation-time effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 101 for executing a reach effect) that executes a predetermined operation-time effect (for example, a reach effect developed by an operation) on the first display means, and an operation effective period. Operation effective notification execution means for executing an operation effective notification (for example, see FIG. 39, FIG. 40, etc.) for notifying the player that there is something (for example, an effect control CPU 101 for executing an effect that notifies that an operation is possible) The operation validity notification execution means can execute the operation validity notification on the first display means or the second display means, and the operation validity notification is executed on the first display means. And when, it is possible to perform operations effectively informing different aspect between when performing a valid operation notification by the second display means (for example, FIG. 39, see, eg, FIG. 40), may be.

  For example, the effect control CPU 101 executes the reach effect on the effect display device 9, but when the reach effect is executed, in a predetermined period (operation valid period) (for example, if specified by process data or the like). Good) Accepts operations from push button 120, stick controller 122, etc. At the time of accepting the operation, an operation urgent notification for informing the player that the current operation is valid is displayed. For example, the effect control CPU 101 displays an image indicating that the operation is valid for the push button 120 on the sub-effect display device 51 (see FIG. 39) as the operation validity notification, and is the operation validity period for the stick controller 122. An image indicating this is displayed on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 40). Thus, it is good to display the operation effective alert | report of a different aspect with a different display apparatus. The data for displaying the operation valid notification may be included in the process data selected according to the variation pattern, for example. When an appropriate operation is performed during the operation effective period, the effect control CPU 101 executes an effect (operation effect) according to the operation (see FIGS. 39 and 40). Even if there is no appropriate operation, an operation-time effect may be executed after the operation effective period. If there is no appropriate operation, an effect different from the operation effect is executed after the operation effective period. You may do it. The operation validity notification in a different mode includes a case in which the mode of operation effectiveness notification for an operation on the same operation means is changed. For example, it is possible to prepare a plurality of operation validity notifications that have different aspects due to different screens that prompt the user to operate the push buttons 120, and display the operation validity notifications in different aspects on different display devices. For example, since the sub-effect display device 51 is smaller than the effect display device 9, even if it is an image indicating that the operation for the same operation means is effective, the image displayed on the sub-effect display device 51 is displayed in the effect display. You may make it the image simplified or made smaller than the image displayed on the apparatus 9. FIG. For example, in the effect display device 9, a message prompting an operation such as PUSH is displayed together with the image of the push button 120, but in the sub effect display device 51, only the image of the push button 120 (simplified one) is displayed. Also good. In addition, for example, an effect such as a reach effect is executed in the effect display device 9, so that even if the image is an operation valid notification for an operation on the same operation means, the image displayed on the effect display device 9 is another effect. A translucent image through which other images are transmitted so as not to get in the way, and an image displayed on the sub-effect display device 51 may be an image through which other images do not transmit because it is not necessary to consider other effects.

  According to such a configuration, since the operation effective notification is executed also in the second display unit, the opportunity for the operation effective notification to interfere with the variable display of the identification information can be reduced. Furthermore, since the operation effective notification in a different mode is executed between the first display means and the second display means, the effects are diversified and the fun of the game is improved.

  In addition, when the specific reach effect such as super reach is executed on the effect display device 9, the operation effect notification is not performed on the effect display device 9 but on the sub-effect display device 51. It may be. Further, when the effect display device 9 is executing an item with a lower probability of jackpot (an example of the possibility that the display result of variable display becomes the specific display result) than a specific reach effect such as normal reach, the effect display device 9 may notify the operation validity. As described above, the operation effective notification executing means executes the operation effective notification on the second display means when a specific effect (for example, a super reach effect) is executed on the first display means. May be. When it is assumed that super reach is executed as an operation time effect, in FIG. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the operation effective notification from interfering with the specific effect.

  For example, the jackpot expectation degree may be different depending on the mode of operation effective notification. This is realized by, for example, changing the big hit expectation degree according to the type of the operation time effect when different operation time effects are executed according to the mode of the operation effective notification. Alternatively, the operation-time effect may not vary depending on the mode of operation effectiveness notification, and in this case, the jackpot expectation may be varied by adjusting the determination ratio of the operation-time effect mode. good. In such a case, the effect display device 9 may perform operation effective notification with a high degree of expectation of jackpot. The operation-time effect is basically executed by the sub-effect display device 51 so as not to obstruct the specific effect executed by the effect display device 9, but the operation effectiveness notification with a high degree of big hit expectation is noticed by the player. Therefore, you may make it perform operation effective alerting | reporting with high expectation degree of big hits during a specific effect by the effect display apparatus 9. FIG. For example, when the expectation of jackpot for the operational validity notification of the stick controller 122 is higher than the operational validity period notification of the push button 120, the operational display notification of the stick controller 122 is performed by the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. Has been done. Thus, the operation effective notification execution means can execute the operation effective notification in a plurality of types with different ratios in which the specific display result is derived and displayed, and an operation in a mode in which the ratio is higher than other predetermined modes. Effective notification may be executed by the first display means (for example, in FIG. 39 and FIG. 40, the effect of FIG. 39 has a higher expectation degree of jackpot). In addition, all the other predetermined aspects may be sufficient as another predetermined aspect. According to such a configuration, the player pays attention to the mode of operation effective notification, and the interest of the game is improved.

  Further, for example, the display device that performs the operation validity notification of the stick controller 122 and the display device that performs the operation validity period notification of the push button 120 may be fixed differently. For example, as shown in FIGS. 39 and 40, the operation display notification of the stick controller 122 is performed by the effect display device 9 (FIG. 40), and the operation effect notification of the push button 120 is performed by the sub-effect display device 51. You may make it (FIG. 39). Conversely, even when the same operation valid period notification is given, it may be determined as appropriate whether to display on the effect display device 9 or on the sub-effect display device 51. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the operation means includes the first operation means (for example, the stick controller 122) and the second operation means (for example, the push button 120, etc.) different from the first operation means. In the operation validity notification, the first operation validity notification (for example, see FIG. 40) for notifying the player that the current operation is the first operation effective period in which the operation to the first operation means is effective. There is a second operation effective notification (for example, see FIG. 39) for notifying the player that the current operation is a second operation effective period in which the operation to the second operation means is effective, and the operation is effective The notification execution means executes the first operation validity notification by the first display means, and executes the second operation validity notification by the second display means (for example, see FIGS. 39 and 40). Also good. According to such a configuration, it is easy for the player to know which one of the first operation means or the second operation means should be operated depending on which display means the operation effective notification is performed, and the interest of the game is improved. To do.

  The operation validity notification may be terminated earlier than the actual operation validity period. This may be defined by, for example, data in a process table selected according to a variation pattern or the like. The time to be advanced is, for example, a period (for example, 0.1 second) required for the player to actually operate the push button 120 or the stick controller 122 after viewing the display image. Can be a long time. In this way, the operation validity notification execution means executes the operation validity notification in a period before the end of the operation validity period and before the predetermined period (for example, only during a period shorter than the actual operation reception period, FIG. 39 and FIG. For example, an effect control CPU 101 that executes an effect to accept the operation at 40). According to such a configuration, when the operation unit is operated at the timing just before the end of the operation validity notification, the operation effect is provided even though the operation unit is operated within the operation effective period. If it is not executed, the possibility of misunderstanding by the player can be eliminated or reduced.

  In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., 1 is used when the change is started. Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted has been shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slip effect, etc. before reaching (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach is not reach, so-called first) You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. It may be. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible.

  In the above embodiment, the game machine uses a game medium as an example. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media, and a game ball The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that encloses game media such as the above and gives a score when a prize granting condition is satisfied.

  The present invention is applicable to gaming machines such as pachinko gaming machines and slot machines.

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 20A Large winning port LED
31 Game control board (main board)
51 Sub-effect display device 56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game,
A main display device on which variable display effects are executed;
A sub display device different from the main display device;
Operation means that can be operated by the player;
One of a plurality of effect modes including a first effect mode capable of executing an effect including a first effect and a second effect mode capable of executing an effect including a second effect different from the first effect. Production execution means for executing the production corresponding to the production mode of the sub display device,
The effect execution means can execute the effect by switching the effect mode based on an operation using the operation means.

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