JP2015019879A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve taste of a game.SOLUTION: The game machine comprises first control means that controls a performance by a first performance device, and second control means that controls a performance by a second performance device different from the first performance device. A variable display of first identification means and a variable display of second identification means have different advantageous degrees. The first control means controls the performance by the first performance device in a same mode during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information. However, the second control means controls the performance by the second performance means in different modes during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine. More specifically, the present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs variable display of first identification information and second identification information that can be distinguished from each other, and controls a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when a specific display result is derived and displayed.

  Conventionally, there has been a gaming machine capable of executing similar effects in a state disadvantageous to a player (for example, normal time) and an advantageous state (for example, a probability variation state, a time-short state) (for example, Patent Document 1).

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  However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, if an effect similar to an advantageous state is executed in a disadvantageous state for the player, the player may be illusioned that the current state is advantageous. . For this reason, there exists a problem that the interest of a game will be reduced.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the game.

(1) The first identification information and the second identification information (for example, the first special symbol and the second special symbol) that can be identified are variably displayed, and the specific display result (for example, the big hit symbol) is derived and displayed. A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, slot machine) that can be controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state) that is sometimes advantageous to the player,
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
The degree of advantage differs between the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol is more likely to be a big hit with a higher advantage than the first special symbol),
The first control means provides the same effect (for example, an effect mode of outputting the same music) by the first effect device during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information. ) (See, for example, step S820 in FIG. 24, step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33 and FIG. 30),
The second control means has different effects (for example, effects of different light emission patterns) by the second effect device during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information. Control is performed (for example, see step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 30).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
There are multiple types of effects (for example, music A to music C) that can be controlled in the first game device in the specific gaming state,
The first control means controls any one of the effects produced by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state during variable display (for example, step S819 and step S820 in FIG. 24). ),
The first control means determines the number of types that can be controlled during the variable display as an effect by the first effect device (for example, the number of songs that can be selected while changing) according to the degree of progress of the game (for example, the number of jackpot occurrences, the experience value) (For example, step S816 in FIG. 24, FIG. 25).

  According to such a structure, the kind of production | presentation by the 1st production | presentation apparatus which can be controlled during variable display can be increased according to the progress degree of a game. Therefore, the player's willingness to play can be effectively increased.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific game state is an effect by a specific sound, and the volume of the specific sound of the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is controlled in the specific game state. The volume of the specific sound produced by the first production device is smaller (for example, step S8007 in FIG. 27). Alternatively, the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state is an effect by a lamp in a specific pattern, and the brightness of the lamp in the effect by the first effect device by a specific pattern controlled during variable display is The brightness of the lamp in the performance by the first performance device controlled in the specific gaming state is lower.

  According to such a configuration, the variable display is also possible in the case of controlling the effect by the first effect device by the same specific sound or the effect by the first effect device by the lamp with the same specific pattern during the variable display and the specific game state. It is possible to let the player know whether the game is in progress or in a specific game state.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
The first control unit is configured to detect a specific action (for example, a non-public operation) by the detection unit in a state where variable display is not performed (for example, a state in which the production symbol is not changed) (see FIG. 24). When YES is determined in step S815, the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is controlled by the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state (for example, step of FIG. 24). S820, step S822, step S8007 in FIG. 27).

  According to such a configuration, whether or not the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display is controlled by the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state is not variablely displayed. It can be determined during the period (before the variable display is performed). Therefore, it is possible to suppress the effect control during variable display from becoming complicated as compared with the case where the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is determined during variable display.

(5) In the gaming machine of (4) above,
The gaming machine does not notify the player that the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display can be changed by the specific action (for example, a video or information that informs the player of the existence of a secret operation) No audio output).

  According to such a configuration, since the player is not notified that the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display can be changed by the specific operation, the specific operation and its effect are not disclosed. ). Therefore, an unexpectedness can be given to a player who does not know the specific action and its action. In addition, a player who already knows a specific action and its action can be given a sense of superiority that he knows a non-public specification.

(6) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (5),
The first control means is based on a period in which variable display is not performed after an effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is changed to an effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state. When the period (for example, 5 minutes) is exceeded (for example, when YES is determined in step S824 in FIG. 24), the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is restored (for example, in FIG. 24). Step S822, Step S8007 of FIG. 27).

  According to such a configuration, even after the player is switched, the state in which the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display is changed to the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific game state is taken over. Can be suppressed.

(7) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (6),
The first effect device is a speaker (for example, a speaker 27),
The first control means includes a channel (for example, channel B) assigned to a sound (for example, symbol confirmed BGM) output in a first state (for example, symbol fixed time shown in FIG. 35), and a second state. (For example, fanfare time shown in FIG. 35) Different sounds are output from the plurality of channels including the channel (eg, channel C) assigned to the sound (eg, fanfare BGM) to be output to the first effect device. Can be output,
The plurality of channels are further assigned to channels (for example, picin sounds) that can be continuously output (for example, step S863A in FIG. 34) in the first state and the second state (for example, a pikeen sound). Channel A).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the degree of freedom of sound production using the special sound without causing a problem in the output of the special sound.

It is a block diagram which shows the example of a whole structure of the game system by this invention. It is a block diagram which shows an example of a structure of the portable terminal in this Embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows an example of a structure of the management server in this Embodiment. 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 the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the presentation control command which the microcomputer for game control transmits. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the presentation control command which the microcomputer for game control transmits. 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 a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a figure for demonstrating the extraction method of the music which can be selected in the fluctuation | variation. It is a timing chart for explaining the sound production and the ramp production during and after the fluctuation. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the sound production and lamp production in a big hit state and fluctuation. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the sound production and lamp production in the fluctuation | variation of a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the sound production and lamp production in the case of 100 times of high bases, and 30 times. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the sound production and lamp production in an intro notice and song reach. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change in effect control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation | variation stop process in an effect control process process. It is a timing chart for demonstrating how the audio | voice channel which reproduces | regenerates the sound until the big hit is started from the end of the fluctuation. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot display process in an effect control process process. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the sound production and lamp production during 16 round big hit and 8 round big hit. It is a flowchart which shows the process in round in an effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during initial hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows a music selection table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a special music selection table. It is a flowchart which shows an ongoing process. It is a flowchart which shows the round post process in an effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows the round post process in an effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows a selection method switching process. It is a flowchart which shows a music switching process. It is the figure which illustrated the sound production pattern at the time of a game. It is the figure which illustrated other sound production patterns at the time of a game. It is a figure which shows the example of execution of the effect at the time of big hit. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end effect process. It is a figure which shows the experience value provision number according to a level and a fluctuation | variation display frequency | count. It is a figure which shows the transition of a main menu screen. It is a figure which shows the exchange of the portable terminal at the time of member registration and a management server. It is a figure which shows the exchange of the pachinko game machine, portable terminal, and management server when playing a game without registering as a member. It is a figure which shows the exchange of the pachinko game machine, portable terminal, and management server when inputting a password and playing a game.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of the gaming system 1000 according to the present invention will be described. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an example of the overall configuration of a gaming system 1000 according to the present invention. As shown in FIG. 1, a gaming system 1000 includes a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine installed in a gaming store, a management server 200 that manages a player's gaming history, and a portable terminal that the player has. 300. As shown in FIG. 1, the gaming system 1000 may include a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1. The plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 may be installed in the same game store or may be installed in different game stores.

  The management server 200 and the mobile terminal 300 can communicate via the Internet network 400. The portable terminal 300 has a function of reading a two-dimensional code that can specify a game history or the like output from the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Hereinafter, the configuration and operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the management server 200, which are components of the gaming system 1000, and the configuration and operation of the mobile terminal 300 will be individually described.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the mobile terminal 300 in the present embodiment. Referring to FIG. 2, mobile terminal 300 includes control unit 310, storage unit 320, operation unit 330, display unit 340, voice input / output unit 350, wireless communication unit 360, antenna 361, infrared light, and the like. A communication unit 380 and a camera unit 390 are included.

  The storage unit 320 includes a semiconductor memory such as a nonvolatile memory such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) or a flash memory, or a volatile memory such as a RAM (Random Access Memory). The storage unit 320 stores programs and data such as application programs for causing the control unit 310 to execute various functions of the mobile terminal 300.

  The operation unit 330 includes dial keys, cross operation keys, and other function keys for inputting numbers such as telephone numbers and various data, alphabets, and other characters. The operation unit 330 receives data input from the user and transfers the input data to the control unit 310.

  The display unit 340 includes a liquid crystal display (hereinafter referred to as “LCD”). The display unit 340 may be configured by other display devices such as an EL (Electro Luminescence) display. Display unit 340 displays character data and image data received from control unit 310.

  The voice input / output unit 350 includes a microphone and a speaker. The voice input / output unit 350 converts the voice input from the outside into the microphone into an electrical signal, passes it to the control unit 310, converts the electrical signal from the control unit 310 into a voice, and outputs it to the outside through a speaker.

  The wireless communication unit 360 passes a signal received by the antenna 361 from another portable terminal or server to the control unit 310 and causes the antenna 361 to output a signal to be transmitted from the control unit 310 to the other portable terminal or server.

  The infrared communication unit 380 delivers a signal received by infrared from another device to the control unit 310, receives a signal to be transmitted to another device from the control unit 310, and transmits the signal by infrared.

  The camera unit 390 captures an imaging target, converts the captured image into image data, and outputs the converted image data to the control unit 310. In the present embodiment, a two-dimensional code is imaged.

  The control unit 310 includes a microprocessor (Micro Processing Unit, hereinafter referred to as “MPU”). The control unit 310 is input from the storage unit 320, the operation unit 330, the voice input / output unit 350, the wireless communication unit 360, the infrared communication unit 380, or the camera unit 390 according to a program such as an application program stored in the storage unit 320. The processed data is processed and output to the storage unit 320, the display unit 340, the voice input / output unit 350, the wireless communication unit 360, or the infrared communication unit 380.

  In the present embodiment, portable terminal 300 may or may not include voice input / output unit 350.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of the management server 200 in the present embodiment. Referring to FIG. 3, management server 200 includes a control unit 210, a storage unit 220, an operation unit 230, a display unit 240, and a communication unit 260.

  The storage unit 220 includes a nonvolatile memory such as a ROM and a flash memory, a semiconductor memory such as a volatile memory such as a RAM, and an external storage device such as a hard disk. The storage unit 220 stores programs and data for causing the control unit 210 to execute various functions of the management server 200.

  The operation unit 230 includes input devices such as a keyboard and a mouse. The operation unit 230 receives data input from a user such as an administrator of the management server 200, and transfers the input data to the control unit 210.

  The display unit 240 is configured with an LCD. The display unit 240 may be configured by other display devices such as a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) display and an EL (Electro Luminescence) display. Display unit 240 displays character data and image data received from control unit 210.

  The communication unit 260 transfers data received from the mobile terminal 300 or another server via the Internet network 400 to the control unit 210, and transmits the data from the control unit 210 to the mobile terminal 300 or other server via the Internet network 400. Output data.

  The control unit 210 is configured with an MPU. The control unit 210 processes data input from the storage unit 220, the operation unit 230, or the communication unit 260 according to the program stored in the storage unit 220, and stores the storage unit 220, the display unit 240, or the communication unit. To 260.

  Next, the overall configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 which is an example of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 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. 6) that can perform an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 6) that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button 121 is provided inside an operation rod of the stick controller 122. 6). In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 6) 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. Further, the stick controller 122 incorporates a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 6) 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 chance button 120 is provided. The chance button 120 only needs to be configured to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 6) for detecting the player's operation action performed on the chance button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the chance button 120. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 4, the attachment positions of the chance button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical relationship in the center portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the chance button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either right or left in an upper plate and a lower plate, maintaining the vertical relationship. Alternatively, the attachment positions of the chance button 120 and the stick controller 122 are 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.

  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 display is being performed 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 controllable, the display color may be different according to the number of rounds that are continued in the jackpot game. The opening time of the grand prize winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long (for example, 30). Seconds), if there is a jackpot that can be expected to actually win a game ball to the big winning opening, the display color is changed according to whether or not the game ball can be expected to actually win the big winning opening. Also, for example, when there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening and a big hit that can not be expected due to different number of opening of the big winning opening per round The display color may be made different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to substantially win 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 controllable, the display color may be different according to the number of rounds that are continued in the jackpot game. The opening time of the grand prize winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long (for example, 30). Seconds), if there is a jackpot that can be expected to actually win a game ball to the big winning opening, the display color is changed according to whether or not the game ball can be expected to actually win the big winning opening. Also, for example, when there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big winning opening and a big hit that can not be expected due to different number of opening of the big winning opening per round The display color may be made different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to substantially win 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.

  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. 4, 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.

  As shown in FIG. 4, a special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening is provided below the variable winning ball device 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be open by the solenoid 21 in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when the symbol is derived and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23. 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 is 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 becomes 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. 5 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 5 also shows the payout control board 37, the effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  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 winning 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. An effect control command is received, and display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying effect symbols is 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. 6 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. 6, 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 based on the effect control command.

  Further, the production control CPU 101 executes a predetermined process based on time information from an RTC (Real Time Clock) 108 that measures the date and time.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the effect display device 9 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100, and maps a VRAM therein. 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 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 stores character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols (including effect symbols), and background image data in advance. ROM. 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 effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 6 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 with respect to the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106A. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the chance button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106B. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation stick of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 107. . 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 is provided with a plurality of audio channels as channels for reproducing audio, and independent audio can be simultaneously reproduced for each audio channel. 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).

  In the present embodiment, “special music” is output from the speaker 27 during the big hit (more precisely, the period from the second round of the big hit until the big hit state ends). The audio data for the special musical piece is stored as data different from the process data of the variation effect and the big hit effect. In the present embodiment, any one of six types of songs A to F is selected as the special song. At that time, one piece of music is selected from the options determined based on the number of continuations K. The number of continuations K is the number of times that a big hit has occurred without shifting to the normal state, and is the so-called number of consecutive resorts.

  In this example, as the value of the number of times of continuation K is larger, the number of options for special music increases so that music selection from more options becomes possible. For example, if the value of the continuation count K is 1 or more and less than 6 (from the first big hit to before the sixth big hit occurs), three types of music A to C can be selected, and the continuation count K is 6 or more and 11 If it is less than (from the sixth big hit to before the eleventh big hit), four types of music A to D can be selected, and the value of the continuation number K is 11 or more and less than 16 (from the 11th big hit to the 16th big hit) 5 types of music A to E can be selected if it is before the big hit), and 6 types of music A to F can be selected if the value of the continuation count K is 16 or more (after the 16th big hit). is there. That is, a special music that can be selected is added when a big hit occurs with the number of continuation times K being “6”, “11”, or “16”.

  In addition, the selection method of special music to be output (also called music selection method) includes player selection in which music is specified by the player and random selection in random lottery by the game machine. The player is allowed to specify whether to set the method. When the output of the special music by the player selection is finished, the special music by the player selection is output again. On the other hand, when the output of the special music by the random selection is finished, any special music again. Is selected and output by a random lottery by a gaming machine. In the present embodiment, the selection method is set by the player in the first round in the big hit gaming state, and the special music selected by the set selection method is output from the second round. Further, in the present embodiment, in the random music selection when a new option is added, the selection rate of the newly added option is higher than the selection rate other than the newly added option. Is set. In the next random music selection, the selection rate of the newly added option is not set to be higher than the selection rate other than the newly added option. Further, in the present embodiment, when the reach occurs, the volume of the special music is turned off so that the player can listen to the music in the reach effect.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 7 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 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 includes 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 through the input port, 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, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), 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 areas that may be initialized among the work areas 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 head 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 process is executed in steps S26 and S27 of the interrupt process), so as to avoid conflict with the process in the timer interrupt process. 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. 8 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 each determination random number 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 accordance with 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 the reach state. 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 variation big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is suddenly stopped without being reached.)

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

  Here, the small win is a small winning opening as compared to the big win, and the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 seconds is twice). When the small hit game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probability variation state to the normal state or from the normal state to the certain variation state. Suddenly probable big hit is the number of times of opening of the big prize opening in the big hit gaming state is small compared with other big wins, and the opening time per time is extremely short (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is 2 Times) and a big hit that shifts the gaming state after the big hit game to a probable change state (that is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a probable change state) ). In other words, in this embodiment, the sudden winning odds and the small wins have the same opening pattern of the big prize opening. By controlling in such a way, if the winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, it is impossible to recognize whether it is suddenly a big hit or a small hit, so a high probability state for the player (Probable change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In this embodiment, when sudden probability big hit or small hit suddenly, the opening time per time is shortened, and the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is less than the normal big hit or probability variable big hit. However, either one may be sufficient. For example, when suddenly a big hit or a small hit is probable, it may be controlled to open the big prize opening for 15 seconds only twice. Further, for example, in the case of suddenly winning big hit or small hit, it may be controlled to open the big prize opening for 0.1 seconds only 15 times. 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. 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 variations patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2 and Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-2 are prepared. 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. .

  Also, 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 special symbols 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 a pseudo-continuous effect, 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.

FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)
In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined by using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and then by using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-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. 8, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating (1) a big hit type determination random number and (4) a normal symbol determination random number. 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. 11A 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 jackpot determination table used in a normal state and a short time state (that is, a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 11 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. 11 (A) is set in the probability variation big hit determination table. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 11A is a jackpot determination value.

  FIGS. 11B and 11C 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. 11B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and in the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol), the values shown in FIG. Each numerical value listed is set. Moreover, the numerical values described in FIGS. 11B and 11C are the 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 uses the extracted value as the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (a normal big hit, a probability variation big hit, and a sudden probability variation big hit described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 11B and 11C, it is determined to make a small hit for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 11A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the “probability” shown in FIGS. 11B and 11C indicates the probability (ratio) of making a small hit. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state. 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. 11B and 11C, 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, a case where a small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 when the small hit determination table (second special symbol) is used 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. 11D and 11E are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Among these, FIG. 11 (D) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. Further, FIG. 11E 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 determine that the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “ This table is referred to in order to determine one of “probability big hit” and “sudden probability big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11D and 11E, in the big hit type determination table 131a, five determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” (40 minutes). Is determined to be a sudden probability change big hit at a rate of 5), whereas in the big hit type determination table 131b, one determination value is assigned to "sudden probability change big hit" (a ratio of 1/40) Will suddenly be determined to be a promising big hit). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first special symbol variation display is executed by starting the first start winning port 13 and the second special symbol of 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. 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. 11D and 11E, the types of jackpots include “normal jackpot”, “probability variation jackpot”, and “sudden probability variation jackpot”. In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is 8 rounds for normal jackpots, 15 rounds for probability variation jackpots, and 2 rounds for sudden probability variation jackpots. The number of rounds executed in is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, a 10R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a 10-round jackpot game, a 7R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a 7-round jackpot game, and a 5R probability variable jackpot that is controlled for a 5-round jackpot game may be provided. In this embodiment, there are three types of jackpot types, “normal jackpot”, “probability big hit”, and “sudden probability big hit”. However, the number is not limited to three, for example, four or more types. A big hit type may be provided. Conversely, the jackpot type may be less than three types, for example, only two types may be provided as the jackpot type.

  “Normal jackpot” is a jackpot that is controlled to the 8-round jackpot gaming state and is shifted to the short-time state only after the jackpot gaming state ends. Then, after shifting to the time reduction state, when the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, 30 times), the time reduction state ends. Even before the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times, the time saving state is also ended when the next big hit occurs.

  The “probable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to 15 rounds of the big hit gaming state and shifts to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state is finished (in this embodiment, it is changed to the probable change state and the short time state also. Will be migrated.) Then, after the transition to the probability variation state and the time reduction state, when the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the probability variation state and the time reduction state are terminated. Even before the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times, the probability variation state and the time reduction state are also terminated when the next big hit occurs.

  In addition, “suddenly promising big hit” means that the number of times of opening the big prize opening is smaller than in “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” (in this embodiment, opening for 0.1 seconds is allowed twice). Is a big hit. In other words, when “suddenly promising big hit”, the game is controlled to a two round big hit gaming state. In addition, in “normal big hit” and “probable big hit”, the opening time of the big winning opening per round is as long as 29 seconds, whereas in “sudden probable big hit”, the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long. It is extremely short, 0.1 seconds, and it is almost impossible to expect a game ball to win a big winning opening during a big hit game. And in this embodiment, after the sudden probability change big hit game state is finished, the state is changed to the probability change state (in this embodiment, the state is changed to the probability change state and also to the short time state). Then, after the transition to the probability variation state and the time reduction state, when the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the probability variation state and the time reduction state are terminated. Even before the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times, the probability variation state and the time reduction state are also terminated when the next big hit occurs.

  It should be noted that the mode of sudden probability change big hit is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening may be 15 times (15 rounds), which is the same as the normal big hit or suddenly probable big hit, and only the opening time of the big prize opening may be made extremely short as 0.1 seconds.

  As described above, in this embodiment, even in the case of “small hit”, the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, and the big hit gaming state by “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 twice, and the game state before “small hit” is maintained. 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. In addition, when it is configured so that all the big hit types are probable big hits, it is not necessary to provide the small hits. In addition, when all big hit types are probabilistic big hits, if you make a small hit, it will only shift to the probable change state (high probability state) and suddenly probable big hits without the short time state (high base state). (It is preferable that the opening pattern of the big prize opening is the same in the case of the sudden probability big hit and the small win).

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

  FIG. 12 and FIG. 13 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIGS. 12 and 13, 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 the 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 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), and the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

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

  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.

  Commands A001 and A002 (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). In this embodiment, a big hit start designation command or a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command is used according to the type of big hit. Specifically, the big hit start designation command (A001 (H)) is used for “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”, and the small hit for “suddenly promiscuous big hit” or “small hit”. / Sudden probability change big hit start designation command (A002 (H)) is used. It should be noted that the game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for suddenly probable big hit start designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a big winning opening) indicating a display during the opening of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round, and the command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted, a different command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted for each round. 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. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round and the designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted, a different designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted for each round.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game (a jackpot end designation command: an ending 1 designation command). The jackpot end designation command (A301 (H)) is used to end the jackpot game by the “normal jackpot” or the “probability big hit”. Command A 302 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 2 designation command) that designates the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 is configured to transmit an ending designation command for suddenly probable big hit end designation in the case of sudden probable big hit, but not to send an ending designation command in the case of small hit. Also 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. The command B001 (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 B002 (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.

  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.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command described above from the game control micro computer 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 FIGS. 12 and 13, the display state of the lamp is changed, or the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

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

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

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

  In the example shown in FIG. 12 and FIG. 13, 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. 14 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 a presentation control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the microcomputer 100 for the presentation control, a process for confirming that the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

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

  Small hit release pre-processing (step S308): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the pre-opening process for small hits, control is performed to open the big prize opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). 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. 15 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. 16) (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. 16 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing a random number or the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 16, 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. 16) (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).

  17 and 18 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 reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second reserved memory 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 saves the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Are stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, it is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Each random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1.

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

  Then, the CPU 56 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.

  In this embodiment, the background designation command is transmitted every time for each variation. For example, it is determined at the start of the variation whether or not the gaming state has changed since the previous variation. Only when the state changes, the 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 numbers extracted in steps S215 and S221 of the start port switch passage processing 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 a big hit determination value or a small hit determination value (see FIG. 11) determined in advance with a big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining 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 probability change jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 11A in the ROM 54 is set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance, and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 11A 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. 11A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined to be a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. But there is.

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

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 11B and 11C). 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. 11B and 11C, 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 random R value does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of place, the process proceeds to step S75 as it is.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 11D. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit", "Suddenly probable big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot type determination random numbers 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. 11D and 11E, 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 29 seconds and high euphoria) The ratio of normal jackpots and probable big hits is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “08” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, one of the big hit symbols is determined as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type. In other words, when “normal jackpot” is decided, “2” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “probable big hit” is decided, “7” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol. When “Suddenly probable big hit” is determined, “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. 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. 19 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). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 selects the small hit variation pattern type determination table as a table used to determine 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 number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S86), the CPU 56 uses a normal deviation variation pattern type determination table as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types. Is selected (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 table for use in determining one of the plurality of variation pattern types as the table used for declining the variation time. A variation pattern type determination table 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 processing of steps S84 to S88, the deviation variation pattern type determination table for variation time reduction is selected. In addition, when the gaming state is the short-time state (including the case where the probability variation state is included), the deviation variation pattern type determination table for probability variation / time-shortening 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 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 start winning timing, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). It is also possible to extract the value directly from and to determine the variation pattern based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, 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 having different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the presentation control commands (display result 1 designation to display result 5 designation) (see FIG. 12) in accordance with the determined big hit type, small hit, and loss. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If not set, the process proceeds to step S116. When the big hit flag is set, if the type of the big hit is “normal big hit”, control is performed to transmit a display result 2 designation command (steps S111 and S112). Whether or not it is “ordinary 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 “01”. . Further, when the big hit type is “probability big hit”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). Whether or not it is “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 “02”. . When neither “normal big hit” nor “probability big hit” (that is, “sudden probability big hit”), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 4 designation command (step S115).

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

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

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 21 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 determines whether or not the special music flag is set during the big hit (step S706). The special music flag is a flag indicating that the special music output during the big hit is selected. When the special music flag is reset during the big hit, the process proceeds to step S709. When the special music flag is set during the big hit, the CPU 101 for effect control performs a selection method switching process for switching the selection method of the special music according to the player's intention (step S707). Details of the selection method switching process will be described later with reference to FIG. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 executes a music switching process (step S708). The music switching process is a process for switching from the current special music to the next special music. Details of the music switching process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process (step S709). 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 S710). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 22 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 two bytes (one command) are read out.

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

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start 1 designation command or a jackpot start 2 designation command (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag or a jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag ( Step S622). Then, 1 is added to the continuation count K (step S1900). As a result, the number of occurrences of jackpots from the occurrence of jackpots in the normal state to the end of the time reduction state is measured as the number of continuations K.

  In this embodiment, the big hit start 1 designation command reception flag, the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag, and the small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command reception flag (not shown) set in step S622 are as follows. Also called fanfare flag.

  If the received effect control command is a normal state background designation command (step S651), the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 to a background screen corresponding to the normal state (for example, a blue display color). Background screen) (step S652). Further, if set, the effect control CPU 101 resets a probability change state flag indicating that the game state is a probability change state and a time reduction state flag indicating that the game state is a time reduction state (step S653). Then, the special music flag is reset (step S2100), and the continuation count K is set to 0 (step S2101). As a result, when the fluctuation starts in the normal state, the reproduction of the special music is finished and the number of continuations K is reset. That is, when the time-shortening state or the probability variation state ends and the transition to the normal state is made, the extended resort is ended.

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag according to the received effect control command or executes a process (step S664). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs any 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 symbols is realized. 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. 24 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  If the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (NO in step S811), that is, if the effect design is not variably displayed, the sound that was output during the variation (hereinafter also referred to as “variable output sound”). It is determined whether or not a period of continuous output (hereinafter referred to as “post-change sound output period”, for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed after the end of the fluctuation display (step S811A). If it is determined that the post-fluctuation sound output period has not elapsed (NO in step S811A), the effect control CPU 101 continuously outputs the changing output sound (step S811B). However, the lamp such as the frame LED 28, the effect display on the effect display device 9 and the like are controlled in a manner different from that during the fluctuation.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the post-fluctuation sound output period has elapsed (YES in step S811A), the effect control CPU 101 stops the changing output sound (step S811C). After step S811B and step S811C, effect control CPU 101 advances the process to be executed to step S814.

  FIG. 26 is a timing chart for explaining the sound effect and the lamp effect during and after the change. Referring to FIG. 26, during variation display, predetermined sound data is used to execute a sound effect, and ramp data A is used to execute a lamp effect based on process data corresponding to the variation pattern. Is done. And even after the end of the variable display, the same sound data is used and the sound effect is executed. On the other hand, after the variable display is finished, the lamp effect is executed using the lamp data B different from the lamp data A. Here, the lamp data B is data that does not cause the lamp to emit light, but is not limited thereto, and the lamp data B may be data that emits light with a light emission pattern different from the lamp data A.

  In addition, during the change, it is an advantageous state for the player in that the jackpot symbol may be derived and displayed. On the other hand, after the variable display is completed, the jackpot symbol cannot be derived and displayed, which is disadvantageous for the player.

  Thus, in the disadvantageous state, the sound effect is executed in the same effect manner as in the advantageous state. In addition, the lamp effect is executed in different effect modes in an advantageous state and an unfavorable state. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state or an unfavorable state while improving the effect in the unfavorable state for the player. As a result, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Returning to FIG. 24, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the changing music flag is set (step S814). The changing music flag is a flag indicating that the changing output sound is determined as the changing music. The fluctuating music is a music output during variable display selected from special music that can be output during a big hit.

  When the fluctuating music flag is not set (NO in S814), the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not there is a specific non-public operation (S815). Here, the non-disclosure operation is a specific operation that is not disclosed to the player, and is also referred to as a “kaku command” or “back command”. In the present embodiment, when a specific operation of the stick controller 122 (for example, an operation of tilting the stick controller 122 forward three times within 3 seconds) is detected, the presentation control CPU 101 It is determined that there was an undisclosed operation. Note that the method for determining the presence / absence of a specific private operation is not limited to this. For example, the presence / absence of a specific private operation may be determined by detecting a specific operation of the chance button 120. Further, for example, the presence / absence of a specific secret operation may be determined by detecting a player's specific operation in a non-contact manner using an infrared sensor or an imaging device (not shown).

  In the present embodiment, the private operation acceptance period is a period in which the variation pattern command reception flag is reset, that is, a period in which the effect symbol is not variably displayed (hereinafter also referred to as “non-variable period”). Therefore, the non-public operation can be detected immediately after the end of the variable display. When a predetermined time (for example, 1 minute) has elapsed since the end of variable display, a demonstration screen (not shown) is displayed on the effect display device 9. Therefore, the period during which the demonstration screen is displayed on the effect display device 9 is also included as a part of the period for accepting private operations. It should be noted that the period for accepting private operations may be the period during which the demo screen is displayed.

  When the non-disclosure operation is detected (YES in S815), the production control CPU 101 extracts the music that can be selected during the change in accordance with the above-mentioned number of continuations K (S816). The music that can be selected while changing is a special music that can be output during variable display.

  FIG. 25 is a diagram for explaining a method of extracting music that can be selected while changing. In FIG. 25, the music marked with “◯” is the music that can be selected while changing, and the music marked with “(Δ)” is the special music that can be selected during the big hit (see FIG. 40 described later). The music that can be selected during the fluctuation is extracted from special music that can be selected during the big hit.

  When the value of the continuation count K is any one of 1 to 5 (when 1 ≦ K ≦ 5), special songs that can be selected during the big hit are songs A to C (the first song in FIG. 40 described later). See selection table). Among these music pieces A to C, the music pieces A and B excluding the music piece C are extracted as selectable music items during variation when 1 ≦ K ≦ 5.

  When the value of the continuation count K is any of 6 to 10 (when 6 ≦ K ≦ 10), the music D is added to the music A to C in addition to the music A to C for the special music that can be selected during the big hit. (See the second music selection table in FIG. 40 described later). Among these music pieces A to D, the music pieces A to C excluding the music piece D are extracted as the selectable music pieces during variation when 6 ≦ K ≦ 10.

  When the value of the continuation count K is any one of 11 to 15 (when 11 ≦ K ≦ 15), the music E is added to the music that can be selected during the big hit in addition to the music A to D ( (See the third music selection table in FIG. 40 described later). Among the music pieces A to E, the music pieces A to D excluding the music piece E are extracted as the selectable music pieces during variation when 11 ≦ K ≦ 15.

  When the continuation count K is 16 or more (when K ≧ 16), the music F is added to the music that can be selected during the big hit in addition to the music A to E (the fourth music in FIG. 40 described later). See selection table). All of the songs A to F are extracted as selectable songs in variation when K ≧ 16.

  Thus, in the present embodiment, the changing selectable music is added according to the number of times of continuation K. It should be noted that the parameter used for adding the music that can be selected during the change is not necessarily limited to the number K of times of continuation. For example, depending on the game state, the production mode, whether or not a predetermined production has occurred, the number of game media paid out, the game time, the current time, the number of jackpots per day, etc. You may make it add. Moreover, you may make it add the music which can be selected in a change according to the level (after-mentioned) added according to an experience value.

  Further, regardless of the value of the number of continuations K, all of the special music that can be selected during the big hit may be extracted as the music that can be selected during the change. In the present embodiment, the number of special songs that can be selected during the big hit increases according to the number of times K continues (see FIG. 40 described later). Therefore, by extracting all of the special music that can be selected during the big hit as the music that can be selected during the fluctuation, the music that can be selected during the fluctuation also indirectly increases according to the number of times K continues.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the value of the number of continuations K when the changeable selectable music is added (1 ≦ K ≦ 5, 6 ≦ K ≦ 10, 11 ≦ K ≦ 15 shown in FIG. 25, K ≧ 16) is the value of the number of continuations K when a special song that can be selected during the jackpot is added (1 ≦ K ≦ 5, 6 ≦ K ≦ 10, 11 ≦ K ≦ 15 shown in FIG. 40, Although it is set to the same value as K ≧ 16), they may be different from each other. For example, 1 ≦ K ≦ 5, 6 ≦ K ≦ 10, 11 ≦ K ≦ 15, and K ≧ 16 shown in FIG. 25 are respectively 1 ≦ K ≦ 10, 11 ≦ K ≦ 20, 11 ≦ K ≦ 30, K It may be changed to ≧ 31. By doing this, the music that can be selected during the big hit is different from the music that can be selected during the fluctuation (for example, the music that can be selected during the fluctuation is made part of the music that can be selected during the big hit). Can improve the interest of the game.

  Returning to FIG. 24, the effect control CPU 101 displays the extracted changing selectable music on the effect display device 9 (step S817), and selects the changing music from the changing selectable music. A message prompting the user is displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S818). Note that the player can select one of the changing selectable songs displayed on the effect display device 9 as the changing song by operating the stick controller 122, for example.

  The effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the player has selected the changing music piece within a predetermined time after displaying the message prompting the selection of the changing music piece (step S819).

  If there is a selection of a changing music piece (YES in step S819), the production control CPU 101 determines the selected “fluctuating music piece” as the changing output sound (step S820). In response to determining that the changing music is the changing output sound, the effect control CPU 101 sets the changing music flag (step S821). The changing music flag is a flag indicating that the changing output sound is determined as the changing music.

  If a specific non-public operation is not detected (NO in step S815), or if no changing music is selected within a certain period of time (NO in step S819), the production control CPU 101 displays “normal sound”. The changing output sound is determined (step S822). Here, the normal sound is a sound set in advance so that the melody (melody) is different from any of the special songs A to F that can be output during the big hit. In response to the determination that the normal sound is the changing output sound, the effect control CPU 101 resets the changing music flag (step S823).

  On the other hand, when the fluctuating music flag is set (YES in step S814), that is, when the fluctuating output sound is determined to be fluctuating music, the effect control CPU 101 uses the non-fluctuating period as a reference period (for example, It is determined whether or not (5 minutes) has been exceeded (step S824). When the non-change period exceeds the reference period (YES in step S824, for example, when the reference period has elapsed since the player stopped the game), the production control CPU 101 normally changes the changing output sound from the changing song. The sound is returned (step S822), and the changing music flag is reset (step S823).

  When the non-variable period does not exceed the reference period (NO in step S824), effect control CPU 101 ends the process as it is. Therefore, the state where the changing music flag is set (that is, the state where the changing output sound is determined as the changing music) is maintained as it is.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first 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, the display control result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the design symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means by executing the processing of step S8002 by the CPU 101 for effect control. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. At this time, when the big hit is specified by the variation pattern command, the same symbol is determined as the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol. At this time, for example, an even number of symbols may be determined for a normal big hit, while an odd number of symbols may be determined for a probable big hit. Further, when the reach deviation is designated by the variation pattern command, the same symbol is determined for the left symbol and the right symbol, and the symbol different from the same symbol is determined for the middle symbol. In addition, when a variation without reach is specified by the variation pattern command, a symbol that does not match all symbols is determined. When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 does not reach the chance symbol 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 performs 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) in the effect display device 9 during the variation display of the second decorative symbol. The notice effect setting process for determining whether or not to execute 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 S8004). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8005).

  FIG. 28 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes, 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.

  The process table shown in FIG. 28 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 symbol, the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream and the sliding effect. May be.

  After that, the CPU 101 for effect control controls the effect device including the speaker 27 according to the contents of the process data 1 and the changing output sound (changed music or normal sound) determined in step S820 or step S822 in FIG. (Step S8007). Note that the content of the output sound during fluctuation has priority over the sound number data included in the process data. That is, the speaker 27 outputs a changing output sound (a changing music piece or a normal sound).

  If the player has not performed a specific non-public operation during the non-change period, a “normal sound” having a different melody from the special music that can be selected during the big hit is output during variable display.

  On the other hand, when a player performs a specific non-public operation during a non-variable period (more precisely, when a variable song is selected), among the special songs that can be selected during the big hit, The “moving music” selected from is output. That is, the player can listen to the special music that can be normally heard only during the big hit even during variable display by performing a specific non-public operation during the non-variable period. Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved effectively.

  Note that the changing music output during the change may be slightly different from the special music. That is, for example, when “special song A” is selected as the changing song, the changing song only needs to have at least the same melody as the special song A, and other than the melody such as volume, sound quality, tempo, presence / absence of lyrics, etc. May be different from the special music piece A. Further, the display mode of the lamp may be different between the big hit and the fluctuation.

  In the present embodiment, the volume of the changing music is controlled to be smaller than the volume of the special music output during the big hit. Specifically, the production control CPU 101 transmits to the audio output board 70 a control signal for making the volume of the changing music smaller than the volume of the special music output during the big hit.

  FIG. 29 is a timing chart for explaining the sound effect and the lamp effect during the big hit state and the fluctuation. Referring to FIG. 29, when the changing music (special music) is selected as the changing output sound, the same sound data as any of the special music output during the big hit is used during the fluctuation. The execution of the sound effect is started from step S8007 in FIG. On the other hand, for the lamp effect, during the change, the lamp data C different from the lamp data D used during the big hit is used based on the process data corresponding to the change pattern, and the effect is displayed from step S8007 of FIG. Execution starts. Here, the lamp data D is data of an effect mode that makes the lamp shine in rainbow colors (rainbow), and the lamp data C is data of an effect mode that makes the lamp shine in colors other than the rainbow color. However, the lamp data C may be any data that emits light with a light emission pattern different from that of the lamp data D.

  Note that, during the fluctuation, it is unfavorable for the player in that it is uncertain whether or not the big hit state is reached. On the other hand, the big hit state is an advantageous state for the player.

  In this way, the special music executed during the big hit state can be output by the speaker 27 even during variable display, and the effect by the lamp such as the frame LED 28 is output by the speaker 27 during the big hit state. And when the special music is output by the speaker 27 during the fluctuation. For this reason, it is possible to effectively improve the interest of the game during the fluctuation, and it is possible to prevent the player from misidentifying that the player is in the big hit state during the fluctuation.

  FIG. 30 is a timing chart for explaining the sound effects and the lamp effects during the fluctuation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Referring to FIG. 30, in the present embodiment, the sound effect may be executed using the same sound data during the variation of the first special symbol and during the variation of the second special symbol. Even in this case, for the lamp effect, the lamp data E and the lamp data F different from the lamp data E are based on the process data corresponding to the variation patterns of the variations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The execution of the effect is started from step S8007 of FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 11 (D) and 11 (E), the second special symbol is more advantageous to the player in that it has a higher probability of being a big hit with more balls than the first special symbol. It is a state. Note that it may be advantageous for the player in that the probability of a probable big hit is high.

  FIG. 31 is a timing chart for explaining the changing sound effects and lamp effects in the case of high base 100 times and 30 times. Referring to FIG. 31, in the present embodiment, the same sound data is used in the fluctuation in the case of high base 100 times and 30 times (as described above, the time-short state after probability variation big hit and normal big hit respectively). Sound production may be executed. Even in this case, for the lamp effect, the lamp data G and the lamp data H different from the lamp data G are based on the process data corresponding to the variation patterns of the variations in the high base 100 times and 30 times. The execution of the effect is started from step S8007 of FIG.

  It should be noted that the high base 100 times is more advantageous for the player in that the short time period is longer than 30 times.

  FIG. 32 is a timing chart for explaining sound effects and lamp effects in the intro notice and song reach. Referring to FIG. 32, the intro notice is an effect that is performed in the first period of change, and is an effect that outputs the intro part of the music (introduction, prelude part, introduction part). The intro notice is an effect for notifying that there is a possibility that the song reaches the song reach. Song Reach is an effect that is performed in the second period during the change after the first period, and is an effect that outputs a part after the intro of the music (for example, a song part), and the effect design is in the reach state It is a performance that is executed when it becomes, and notifies that there is a possibility that it will be a big hit.

  In this case, since the intro notice and the song reach are the same music piece, different portions of the same sound data are respectively used to execute a sound effect. Even in this case, for the lamp production, the lamp data I and the lamp data J of different light emission patterns included in the same process data for the variation pattern of the intro notice and song reach variation are used, and step S8007 in FIG. 27 is performed. The execution of the production is started.

  Note that the song reach is more advantageous to the player than the intro notice because the song reach is not necessarily executed even if the intro notice is executed. In addition, it will seamlessly transition from song introduction to song reach.

  Thus, in the disadvantageous state, the sound effect is executed in the same effect manner as in the advantageous state. In addition, the lamp effect is executed in different effect modes in an advantageous state and an unfavorable state. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state or an unfavorable state while improving the effect in the unfavorable state for the player. As a result, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Returning to FIG. 27, the effect control CPU 101 then sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8009). 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 S8010).

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation in-process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control CPU 101 first decrements the value of the process timer by 1 (step S8101) and decrements the value of the variation time timer by 1 (step S8102). When the process timer times out (step S8103), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer and started (step S8104).

  After that, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the reach is in progress (step S8106). If the reach is not in progress, the next process data and the fluctuation determined in step S820 or step S822 in FIG. The rendering device is controlled in accordance with the content of the output sound (music in change or normal sound) (step S8107). If the reach is in step S8106, the rendering device is controlled based on the content of the next process data (step S8108). As a result, when reach occurs, voice corresponding to reach can be output instead of output sound during fluctuation.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S8112), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S8113).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that a stop symbol of the effect symbol is being displayed is set (step S861). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S867. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when a jackpot symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S866. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S868. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S861 is a stage where the fanfare effect is not yet executed although the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, so the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S862 is not executed. The process proceeds to step S867 without repeatedly executing the process of displaying the.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the stored stop symbol (disconnected symbol, big hit symbol, or small hit symbol) (step S862). The production control CPU 101 may perform control to stop and display the production symbol in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command from the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, when neither the big winning symbol nor the small winning symbol is displayed in step S862 (that is, when the off symbol is displayed: N in step S863), the presentation control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S864). . For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets a command reception flag such as a display result designation command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process or the fourth symbol process (for example, immediately after confirming the variation pattern command reception flag, the variation pattern command The reception flag may be reset). Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S865).

  In the case where the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is displayed in step S862 (Y in step S863), the effect control CPU 101 has the effect of the length corresponding to the number of consecutive big hits (the so-called consecutive number of times). Output of a sound (pickey sound) on a specific channel is started (step S863A).

  FIG. 35 is a timing chart for explaining how to use the audio channel for reproducing the sound from the end of the fluctuation until the big hit is started. Referring to FIG. 35, as described above, the speech synthesis IC 703 of the speech output board 70 is provided with a plurality of speech channels for reproducing speech. To output the BGM (background music) during symbol determination during the symbol determination time from the time when the symbols are arranged in the jackpot symbol to the time when the fanfare time starts, over the fanfare time for notifying the occurrence of a jackpot from the symbol variation time Channel B is used for the channel B, and channel C is used to output the fanfare BGM during the fanfare time.

  Conventionally, when audio is output across control states as described above, audio is output using different audio channels in the previous control state and the subsequent control state. In this way, when straddling the control state, it is necessary to perform control so that sound is continuously output through two sound channels. For this reason, control becomes complicated and a problem may arise in the output of an audio | voice. In addition, since it is necessary to determine in advance which part of the continuous sound is output in which sound channel, the degree of freedom of sound output is limited.

  However, in the present embodiment, a peking sound having a length corresponding to the number of consecutive changes is output shortly before the control state changes. For example, when changing from a control state that is fluctuating to a control state that is a big hit, a sound such as “Pikkin” is output at the time of first hit, and a sound such as “Pikki Pikkien” is output at the time of three consecutive changes. For this reason, the situation where a peking sound straddles a control state may arise.

  In such a situation where the control state is straddled, a peking sound whose length is changed according to the number of consecutive chants is output using one audio channel (channel A). As a result, a finite number of audio channels can be saved, and audio channels can be used effectively. In addition, since the control becomes easy, it is difficult for a problem to occur in the sound output. Furthermore, it is possible to improve the degree of freedom of audio output.

  Returning to FIG. 34, after step S863A, the effect control CPU 101 sets a stop symbol display flag (step S866), and a fanfare flag (big hit start 1 designation command reception flag, big hit start 2 designation command reception flag, or small It is confirmed whether or not the hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start command reception flag) is set (step S867). When the fanfare flag is set (Y in step S867), the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S868) and selects process data corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S869). Then, the process timer is started (step S870).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the special music flag is set (step S872). As described above, the special music flag is a flag indicating that the special music output during the big hit is selected. If it is determined that it has not been set (NO in step S872), effect control CPU 101 advances the process to be executed to step S871.

  On the other hand, if the special music flag is already set (YES in step S872), that is, if the player has selected a special music during the previous big hit, the effect control CPU 101 re-outputs the special music. (Step S873). That is, when the special song flag remains set and the normal state background designation command is not received after the jackpot is finished, the previous state until the special song is newly selected in the current jackpot. The music selected during the big hit can be re-output. It should be noted that the processing of steps S872 and S873 may be omitted after the special music flag is reset at the end of the big hit.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S871). However, if it is a small hit, it is not a big hit, so the big hit display processing (step S804) to the big hit end effect processing (step S807) is not executed but set in step S869. It is preferable that an effect corresponding to the small hit game is executed over a predetermined effect period in accordance with the process data, and the process returns to the variation pattern command reception waiting process in step S800.

  When the effect symbol is stopped in the effect symbol variation stop process, the output of the changing output sound (the changing song or the normal sound) is stopped. In addition, when it is not a big hit or a small hit, the output of the changing output sound may be continued without being stopped. For example, when the changing output sound is determined to be a changing song, the changing song may continue to be output until the non-change period exceeds the reference period and the changing output sound is switched to the normal sound. . Further, after the production symbol is stopped, the determined output sound during fluctuation may be continuously output for a period shorter than the reference period (for example, 10 seconds).

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open display command has been received (that is, the big prize opening at the start of round 1). It is confirmed whether or not a display command during opening has been received (step S1901). When the big prize opening opening flag is not set (N in step S1901), the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1902), and if the special music flag is not set (step S1902). S2700), control of all effect devices (effect display device 9, speaker 27, frame LED 28, etc.) is executed according to the contents of process data n (step S1903). For example, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot symbol and performs an effect of displaying characters or characters indicating that a jackpot has occurred. If the special music flag is set in step S2700, control of the effect devices (effect display device 9, frame LED 28, etc.) other than the speaker 27 is executed according to the contents of the process data n (step S2701). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the special music and the sound of the big hit effect from being output in an overlapping manner.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1906).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S1901), that is, if the start timing of round 1 is reached, the effect control CPU 101 sets the unselected flag (step S2702). The unselected flag is a flag indicating that selection of special music is not executed in the big hit gaming state. Then, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S1907). Then, the effect control CPU 101 selects process data corresponding to the effect during the round (step S1908). Then, the effect control CPU 101 starts a process timer (step S1909), and if the special music flag is not set (step S2703), all effect devices (effect display device 9, speaker 27) according to the contents of the process data 1. , Frame LED 28, etc.) are executed (step S2704). If the special music flag is set in step S2703, control of the effect devices (effect display device 9, frame LED 28, etc.) other than the speaker 27 is executed according to the contents of the process data 1 (step S2705). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the special musical piece and the sound of the effect during the round from being overlapped and output. As long as the special music flag is set, the special music and the music corresponding to the effect during the round may be superimposed and output. In this case, the special music may be recognized by the player by reducing the volume of the music corresponding to the in-round production. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S1910).

  FIG. 37 is a timing chart for explaining sound effects and lamp effects during 16 rounds and 8 rounds. Referring to FIG. 37, in the present embodiment, sound production is executed by using the same sound data during 16 rounds and 8 rounds of big hits (as described above, during probable big hits and normal big hits, respectively). Is done. Even in this case, for the lamp effect, the lamp data K and the lamp data L different from the lamp data K are used based on the process data corresponding to the effect patterns of the big rounds of 16 rounds and 8 rounds, The execution of the effect is started from step S2704 or step S2705 in FIG.

  The 16-round big hit is more advantageous for the player in that the big hit number is larger than the 8-round big hit.

  Thus, in the disadvantageous state, the sound effect is executed in the same effect manner as in the advantageous state. In addition, the lamp effect is executed in different effect modes in an advantageous state and an unfavorable state. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state or an unfavorable state while improving the effect in the unfavorable state for the player. As a result, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Here, assuming that 16 rounds big hit and 8 round big hits are in an advantageous state and an unfavorable state, respectively, it has been described that production is performed using similar sound data and different lamp data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probable big hit and the normal big hit may be an advantageous state and a disadvantageous state, respectively.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing mid-round processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the in-round processing, the production control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a flag after opening the big prize opening indicating that the designation command after opening the special prize opening has been received is set (step S2801).

  If the flag after the big prize opening is not set (N in step S2801), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S2802), and if the special music flag is not set (step S2801). S2803), control of all effect devices (effect display device 9, speaker 27, frame LED 28, etc.) is executed according to the contents of process data n (step S2804). For example, when a normal round effect is executed, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol and an effect of displaying characters indicating the number of rounds and other characters. Further, for example, when an effect during a round for high speed is executed, the effect display device 9 displays an effect of displaying a jackpot display symbol and other characters, etc. The number of winnings is not displayed at the winning opening). Further, for example, in the case of executing a lighting effect during a round, there is an effect in which a red display or a blue display is lit in a ring shape for each predetermined number of winnings on the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is executed, and the number of rounds is not displayed and the number of winnings at the big winning opening is not displayed. In addition, for example, when performing an effect during a round for continuation, while performing an effect suggesting that there is a possibility that the big hit will continue by causing a character or the like to appear, If there is, a display indicating that the big hit continuation is successful is displayed, and if the continuous failure effect is executed, a display indicating that the big hit continuation is failed is displayed. If the special music flag is set in step S2803, control of the effect devices (effect display device 9, frame LED 28, etc.) other than the speaker 27 is executed according to the contents of the process data n (step S2805). When the special music flag is set, the special music and the music corresponding to the round may be superimposed and output. At that time, for example, the player may recognize the special song by reducing the volume of the corresponding song during the round and outputting it.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the type of jackpot being generated is suddenly probable big hit (step S2806), and if it is suddenly probable big hit, the process proceeds to step S2810. If it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit, it is determined whether or not the number of continuations K is “1” (step S2807), and if it is “1”, an initial hit process is executed (step S2808). The initial hit process is a process performed when a probable big hit or a normal big hit occurs in a normal state, and is a process for allowing the player to specify a music selection method for special music. Details thereof will be described later with reference to FIG. In step S2807, if the number of continuations K is not “1”, ongoing processing is executed (step S2809). The ongoing process is a process to be performed when a probable big hit or a normal big hit occurs in a probable change state or a short time state, and is a process for selecting a special music piece.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S2810), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S2811). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S2812).

  If the flag after opening the big prize opening is set in step S2801 (Y in step S2801), the effect control CPU 101 resets the flag after opening the big prize opening (step S2813). Then, process data corresponding to the interval effect is selected (step S2814).

  Then, the production control CPU 101 starts a process timer (step S2815), and sets the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S2816).

  Next, FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the initial hit processing. In the initial hit processing, first, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not an unselected flag is set (step S2901), and if it is not set, that is, if a special song has already been selected, The process during the initial hit is finished as it is. If it is set, it is determined whether or not the operation valid period has expired (step S2902). The operation valid period is provided at a predetermined timing, and designation of the music selection method can be received from the player. At that time, when player selection is designated, selection of music is also accepted during the operation valid period. Specifically, an operation from the player is accepted by detecting an operation on the operation button of the chance button 120, the trigger button 121, and the stick controller 122. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the operation valid period starts from the start time of the first round. At that time, for example, the screen is displayed so that the cursor can be set and designated as to whether it is any special music or a random effect. If the operation valid period has not expired (NO in step S2902), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the specific effect mode will be described later with reference to FIGS. 54 and 55 (step S2902A). If it is determined that the mode is the specific effect mode (YES in step S2902A), it is determined whether an operation has been accepted from the player (step S2903). If it has not been accepted (NO in step S2903), The hit processing ends.

  When an operation is received from the player (YES in step S2903), if a random music selection instruction is received (step S2904), a random flag is set (step S2905). The random flag is a flag indicating that random music selection is performed. Next, the first music selection table is selected from the plurality of music selection tables (step S2906), and the music lottery for selecting the music to be output is performed (step S2907). In that case, specifically, a music piece selection random number is acquired and a music piece is selected by comparing the acquired random number value with the selected music selection table. The music lottery random number is a random number for performing the music lottery, and in this embodiment, the music lottery random number is acquired at the timing of executing the music lottery. Any timing may be used. Moreover, in this Embodiment, the random number value of a music lottery random number is either 0-299.

  Here, the music selection table in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 40 and 41. Each music selection table includes a determination value associated with each music and information on a selection ratio thereof. Further, the music selection table in the present embodiment includes a music selection table with a uniform selection ratio for each music including music added according to the value of the number of continuations K shown in FIG. 40, and a continuation shown in FIG. There are special music selection tables in which the selection ratio of music added according to the value of the number of times K is different from the selection ratio of other music.

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram of a music selection table. In the present embodiment, four types of music selection tables are provided for each range of the number of continuations K. For example, a 1st music selection table is a music selection table used for music lottery when the value of the frequency | count K of continuation is either 1-5. Specifically, if the random number value of the acquired music lottery random number is 0 to 99, the music A is any of 100 to 199, and the music B is any of 200 to 299. C is selected. Thus, in the music lottery using the first music selection table, the music pieces A to C are selected at a ratio of 100/300.

  Further, for example, the second music selection table includes a music lottery when the value of the continuation number K is 7 to 10, and a music lottery after the second time when the value of the continuation number K is 6 (continuation). The music selection table used in the first special music selection table is used for the first music lottery when the value of the number of times K is 6. Specifically, if the random number of the acquired music lottery random number is 0 to 74, the music A is any of 75 to 149, and the music B is any of 150 to 224. If C is any of 225 to 299, the music D is selected. Thus, in the music lottery using the second music selection table, the music A to D are selected at a ratio of 75/300 each. In the present embodiment, when the value of the number of continuations K is 6, when selecting the first special song to be output in the first round of the big hit gaming state, the first special song selection table shown in FIG. 41 is used. When the music to be output next is selected when the output of the special music is finished before the next big hit occurs, the music lottery is performed using the second music selection table shown in FIG. I do. In the present embodiment, when the random lottery is set, the music lottery is performed every time the output of the special music is finished, but the determined special music may be repeatedly output, In that case, since the first special music selection table is used in the music lottery in which the value of the continuation number K is 6, the second music selection table is selected when the continuation number K is 7 or more and 10 or less. This is a music selection table.

  Similarly, the third music selection table includes a music lottery when the value of the continuation number K is any of 12 to 15 and a music lottery after the second time when the value of the continuation number K is 11 (the number of continuations). The music selection table used in the second special music selection table is used for the first music lottery when the value of K is 11. In the music lottery using the third music selection table, music A to E are selected at a rate of 60/300. In the present embodiment, when the value of the continuation count K is 11, when selecting a special song to be output first in the first round of the big hit gaming state, the second special song selection table shown in FIG. 41 is used. When the music to be output next is selected when the output of the special music is finished before the next big hit occurs, the music lottery is performed using the third music selection table shown in FIG. I do.

  In addition, the fourth music selection table includes a music lottery when the value of the continuation number K is 17 or more, and a music lottery for the second and subsequent times when the value of the continuation number K is 16 (of the continuation number K). The music selection table used in the third special music selection table is used for the first music lottery when the value is 16. In the music lottery using the fourth music selection table, the music pieces A to F are selected at a ratio of 50/300. In the present embodiment, when the value of the number of continuations K is 16, when selecting the first special song to be output in the first round of the big hit gaming state, the third special song selection table shown in FIG. 41 is used. When the music to be output next is selected when the output of the special music is finished before the next big hit occurs, the music lottery is performed using the fourth music selection table shown in FIG. I do. As described above, the continuation count K increases, and a selectable music piece is added.

  Note that the music that can be selected during variation shown in FIG. 25 is extracted from the music that can be selected in the first to fourth music selection tables shown in FIG. For example, the changing selectable music when the value of the continuation count K is any one of 1 to 5 is extracted from the music A to C that can be selected in the first music selection table shown in FIG. The same applies when the value of the continuation count K is 6 or more.

  FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram of a special music selection table. In the present embodiment, three types of special music selection tables are provided in the range of the number of continuations K. For example, the first special music selection table is a special music selection table used for the first music lottery when the value of the continuation count K is 6. Specifically, if the random number value of the obtained music lottery random number is 0 to 49, the music A is, if it is 50 to 99, the music B is any of 100 to 149, and the music is If C is any of 150 to 299, song D is selected. Thus, in the music lottery using the first special music selection table, the music A to C are selected at a ratio of 50/300 and the music D is selected at a ratio of 150/300.

  Further, for example, the second special music selection table is a special music selection table used for the first music lottery when the value of the continuation count K is 11. Specifically, if the random number value of the obtained music lottery random number is 0 to 49, the music A is, if it is 50 to 99, the music B is any of 100 to 149, and the music is If C is any of 150 to 199, song D is selected, and if E is 200 to 299, song E is selected. Thus, in the music lottery using the second special music selection table, the music A to D are selected at a ratio of 50/300, and the music E is selected at a ratio of 100/300.

  Further, for example, the third special music selection table is a special music selection table used for the first music lottery when the value of the continuation count K is 16. Specifically, if the random number value of the acquired music lottery random number is 0 to 39, the music A is any of 40 to 79, and the music B is any of 80 to 119. If C is any of 120 to 159, song D is selected, if any of 160 to 199, song E is selected, and if any of 200 to 299, song F is selected. Thus, in the music lottery using the third special music selection table, the music A to E are selected at a ratio of 40/300, and the music F is selected at a ratio of 100/300. Thus, the special music selection table is configured so that newly added music can be easily selected. Note that a music selection table (that is, a table in which newly added music is selected at a ratio of 300/300) configured so that newly added music is always selected may be used.

  If no random lottery instruction is accepted in step S2904, that is, if a player selection is designated and a song is designated, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the selected special song is to be output (step S2908). ). After step S2907 or S2908, the effect control CPU 101 stores the music determined in step S2907 or S2908 (step S2909). In this embodiment, in order to start outputting the music from the second round of the big hit gaming state, the music is temporarily stored in step S2909, and the stored music is output in the second round. If the output is made from the first round, the music determined in step S2907 or S2908 may be output at the timing of step S2909.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 resets the unselected flag (step S2910). In addition, when the operation valid period ends (in the case of YES in step S2902) and when it is determined that the operation mode is not the specific effect mode (in the case of NO in step S2902A), the effect control CPU 101 performs the process to be executed in step S2905. Proceed to processing. Thus, the random selection is forcibly determined when the operation is not accepted from the player until the operation valid period ends and when the specific effect mode is not set. Note that the special music may not be output when the operation is not accepted from the player during the operation valid period and when the specific effect mode is not set.

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing ongoing processing. In the ongoing process, the effect control CPU 101 first determines whether or not the unselected flag is set (step S3200). If the unselected flag is not set, the ongoing process is terminated. If it is set, it is determined whether the random flag is set (step S3201). If the random flag is set (YES in step S3201), that is, if random music selection has already been designated, the process proceeds to step S3206 to perform random music selection.

  If the random flag has not been set (NO in step S3201), it is determined whether the operation valid period has ended (step S3202). If the operation valid period has not expired, it is determined whether or not an operation has been accepted from the player (step S3203). If the operation has not been accepted, the ongoing process is terminated.

  When an operation is received from the player (NO in step S3202), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the specific effect mode is set (step S3202A). If it is determined that the mode is the specific performance mode (YES in step S3202A), if a random music selection instruction is accepted (step S3204), a random flag is set (step S3205). In this embodiment, when a big hit occurs in a state where player selection is set, switching to random selection is possible in the first round, but switching may be impossible. In addition, when a big hit occurs in a state where random selection is set, it is decided not to switch to player selection in the first round, but this is not restrictive. Switching may be possible.

  Next, when the number of continuations K is “6”, “11”, or “16” (YES in step S3206), the effect control CPU 101 displays a special music selection table corresponding to the number of continuations K. Select (step S3207). If the continuation count K is not “6”, “11”, or “16” (NO in step S3206), a music selection table corresponding to the continuation count K is selected (step S3208). Then, a music lottery is performed (step S3209). When the random lottery instruction is not accepted in step S3204, that is, when the player selection is designated and the music is designated, the effect control CPU 101 determines the selected music as the music to be output (step S3210). ). After step S3209 or S3210, the effect control CPU 101 stores the music determined in step S3209 or S3210 (step S3211) and resets the unselected flag (step S3212). In addition, when the operation valid period ends (in the case of YES in step S3202) and when it is determined that the operation mode is not the specific effect mode (in the case of NO in step S3202A), the effect control CPU 101 performs a process to be executed in step S3205. Proceed to processing. Thereby, when the operation is not accepted from the player until the operation valid period ends and when it is not the specific effect mode, the random selection is forcibly determined. The special music selected in (1) may be selected again, or the special music may not be output.

  Note that, since the operation valid period is provided during the first round, the unselected flag set in the jackpot display process is reset during the first round. That is, steps S2902 to S2910 in the initial hit process and steps S3201 to S3212 in the ongoing process are processes that can be executed only in the first round. Therefore, when the continuation count K is any one of “6”, “11”, and “16” in step S3206, the continuation count K is a big hit of any one of “6”, “11”, and “16”. This is the first round, that is, a music lottery when a special music option is added. Therefore, when the special music selection option is added by selecting the special music selection table corresponding to the number of continuations K and time in step S3207, the added special music is more than the special music added. It has a high configuration. As a result, it is easy to execute the music effect of the newly added music, and it is possible to prevent the option added at the corner from being easily selected and to improve the effect of the effect.

  43 and 44 are flowcharts showing the post-round processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control CPU 101 first specifies a big hit end designation command reception flag (specifically, a big hit end 1 designation command reception flag, a big hit end 2 designation command reception flag, or a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation. It is confirmed whether or not (command reception flag) is set (step S3901). When the big hit end designation command reception flag is not set (N of step S3901), the production control CPU 101 has set the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open designation command has been received. It is confirmed whether or not (step S3902). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in step S3902), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S3903).

  If the special music flag is set (step S3301), the control of the effect devices (effect display device 9, LEDs 25, 28, etc.) other than the speaker 27 is executed according to the contents of the process data n (step S3302). If the special music flag is set, the special music and the music corresponding to the interval may be superimposed and output. At that time, for example, the player may recognize the special music by reducing the volume of the music corresponding to the interval and outputting it. If the special music flag is not set in step S3301, control of all effect devices (effect display device 9, speaker 27, LEDs 25, 28, etc.) is executed according to the contents of process data n (step S3303). For example, when executing a normal interval effect, the effect display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol and an effect of displaying a predetermined character or the like. Further, for example, when executing an interval effect for high speed, the effect display device 9 displays an effect of displaying a jackpot display symbol and other characters (however, the number of rounds and a grand prize are displayed). The number of winnings in the mouth is not displayed.) Further, for example, when performing an interval effect for lighting, an effect is performed in which a red display or a blue display is lit in a ring shape for each predetermined number of winnings on the display screen of the effect display device 9. The number of rounds and the number of winnings at the big winning opening are not displayed. Also, for example, when executing an interval effect for continuation, an effect that suggests that there is a possibility that the big hit may continue by causing a character or the like to appear, and a case where a continuation success effect is executed. For example, a display indicating that the big hit continuation is successful is displayed, and if the continuous failure effect is executed, a display indicating that the big hit continuation is failed is displayed.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S3905), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S3906). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S3907).

  In step S3902, when the big winning opening open flag is set (Y in step S3902), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the big hit type is suddenly probable big hit (step S3304). Whether or not it is a sudden probability change big hit can be specifically determined by checking whether or not the display result 4 designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area.

  If it is not suddenly probable big hit, it is determined whether it is the second round (step S3305). Whether or not it is the second round can be specifically determined by confirming which command indicating the number of rounds is stored in the special command opening open designated command storage area. If it is the second round, the process table of the selected music (that is, the music stored in step S2909 or S3211) is read (step S3306), the music process timer is started (step S3307), and the audio data is converted to audio. It outputs to the output board 70 (step S3308), and sets a special music flag (step S3309). Thereby, in this Embodiment, it is supposed that the output of a special music will be started from the 2nd round in a big hit game state. If it is suddenly probable big hit in step S3304 (Y in step S3304), or if it is not the second round in step S3305 (N in step S3305), the process proceeds to step S3908.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 resets the special winning opening open flag (step S3908). Then, the CPU 101 for effect control selects process data corresponding to the effect during the round (the effect of displaying the number of rounds for each round or displaying the number of winnings in the big prize opening) (step S3909). Then, the production control CPU 101 starts a process timer (step S3910). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S3911).

  When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set in step S3901 (Y in step S3901), the effect control CPU 101 resets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step S3913). Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects process data corresponding to the ending effect (step S3914). In addition, the production control CPU 101 starts the production period measurement timer and also starts the process timer (step S3915). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (step S807) (step S3916).

  FIG. 45 is an explanatory diagram of selection method switching processing. The selection method switching process is a process executed in the next step S707 when it is determined in step S706 in FIG. 21 that the special song flag is set during the big hit (YES in step S706).

  In the selection method switching process, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the specific effect mode is set (step S3500). If it is determined that the mode is not the specific effect mode (NO in step S3500), the effect control CPU 101 ends the selection method switching process as it is. When it is determined that the mode is the specific effect mode (YES in step S3500), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not a music selection instruction has been received (step S3501). If a music selection instruction has been received, the selected music is determined as the music to be output (step S3502), and the random flag is reset (step S3503).

  In step S3501, if selection of music is not accepted (N in step S3501), it is determined whether an instruction to change to random selection is accepted (step S3504). If the instruction to change to the random selection is not received, the selection method switching process is terminated as it is. When an instruction to change to random selection is accepted, a random flag is set (step S3505), a music selection table corresponding to the number of continuations K is selected (step S3506), and music lottery is performed using the selected music selection table. (Step S3507).

  After step S3503 or S3507, the music process table is selected (step S3508), the music process timer is started (step S3509), and the audio data is output to the audio output board 70 (step S3510). Thereby, it is set as the structure which can receive the change of the music selection method from a player. In addition, in the state where the special music flag is set, the selection method switching process can always be executed, but the execution timing may be limited, for example, during execution of a predetermined effect or a demonstration of waiting for a customer It may be limited to a big hit during execution, during a predetermined round (for example, 10 rounds), or when the number of continuations K is a predetermined value (for example, when the value of the number of continuations K is 10). . Further, the selection method may not be switched.

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing the music switching process. In the music switching process, when it is determined in step S706 of FIG. 21 that the special music flag is set during the big hit (YES in step S706), the selection method switching process described in FIG. 45 is executed in step S707. This is the process executed in step S708.

  In the music switching process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the music process timer (step S3601), and determines whether or not the music process timer has timed out (step S3602). If not timed out, the music switching process is terminated as it is. When the time-out occurs, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether the process data is final process data (step S3603). If the process data is not final process data, the process control CPU 101 switches to the next process data (step S3604) and proceeds to step S3610. If it is the final process data, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the random flag is set (step S3605), and if it is set, the music selection table corresponding to the number of continuations K is displayed. Selection is made (step S3606), music lottery is performed using the selected music selection table (step S3607), and the music process table is read (step S3608).

  Thereafter, the production control CPU 101 starts a music process timer (step S3610), and outputs audio data to the audio output board 70 (step S3611). If the random flag is not set, that is, if player selection is designated, a process table for the same music is set (step S3609), and the process proceeds to step S3610. Thereby, when the reproduction of the music is finished, the reproduction of the next music is started. As described above, in this embodiment, when random music selection is set, music lottery is performed every time music playback ends, while when player selection is set, music specified by the player is selected. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the random music selection is set, the special music determined by the music lottery when the random music selection is set may be repeatedly played until the next jackpot is started.

  FIG. 47 is a diagram exemplifying a sound effect pattern during a game. FIG. 47 illustrates a case where the special song output during the big hit is selected as “Song A”.

  Pattern (a) is a case where the player has not performed a secret operation. In this pattern (a), “normal sound” is output during fluctuation (during variable display), and “music A” is output during a big hit. That is, during the change, “Song A” output during the big hit is not output.

  Pattern (b) exemplifies a case where the player performs a non-disclosure operation during a no-change period and selects “Song A” as the changing song. In this pattern (b), “normal sound” is output during the change before the non-public operation. When the player performs a non-disclosure operation during the non-change period and changes the output sound during change from “normal sound” to “music A”, “music A” is output during the subsequent change. That is, the player can listen to “Song A”, which can be usually heard only during a big hit, even during fluctuations by performing a specific non-public operation during the no-fluctuation period. Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved effectively.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the period for accepting private operations is set during a non-variable period. This makes it possible to determine whether the output sound during fluctuation is a normal sound or a specific sound before starting the fluctuation. Therefore, compared with the case where the output sound during change is determined during the change, the sound output control during the change can be suppressed from becoming complicated.

  In the pattern (b), the same “Song A” is output during the fluctuation and the big hit, but the volume of the music A during the fluctuation is smaller than the volume of the music A during the big hit. Therefore, even when the same “Song A” is output during the fluctuation and the big hit, the player can recognize whether the song A is changing or a big hit depending on the volume of the music A.

  Further, as shown in the pattern (b), when the non-change period continues for a reference period (for example, 5 minutes), the output sound during change is returned from “music A” to “normal sound”. Therefore, it can be suppressed that the state in which the changing output sound is changed to the music A (effect control for the previous player) is taken over even after the player is replaced.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment does not output a video or a sound for notifying the player that the changing output sound can be changed by a secret operation. In other words, the private operation acceptance period and its action are set as private specifications. Therefore, an unexpectedness can be given to a player who does not know the secret operation and its action. In addition, a player who already knows the secret operation and its action can be given a superior feeling that he knows the secret specification.

FIG. 48 is a diagram illustrating another sound effect pattern during a game.
Patterns (b1) to (b3) all illustrate the case where the player performs a secret operation during the non-change period.

  In the pattern (b1), the same “Song A” is output during the fluctuation and the big hit, but the volume of the music A during the fluctuation and the volume of the music A during the big hit are the same. Even with such an effect, the interest of the game can be improved effectively.

  In the pattern (b2), the same “Song A” is output during the fluctuation and the big hit, but the voice of the lyrics of the song A is not output during the change, and the voice of the lyrics of the song A is output during the big hit. Is done. Therefore, even when the same “Song A” is output during the fluctuation and the big hit, the player can recognize whether the song A is changing or a big hit depending on the presence or absence of the lyrics of the musical piece A.

  It should be noted that the production control CPU 101 automatically selects the pattern (b) in FIG. 47, the pattern (b1) in FIG. 48, or the pattern (b2) in FIG. 48 as appropriate depending on the gaming state. Alternatively, the player may be able to select.

  In the pattern (b3), “Song C” is output during the fluctuation, and “Song B” is output during the big hit. As described above, the music output during the change may be music that can be output during the big hit, and is not necessarily the music that is actually output during the big hit.

  FIG. 49 is a diagram illustrating an execution example of the effect at the time of the big hit. In this execution example, a display example of the effect display device 9 at each timing and an output example of music from the speaker 27 are shown. For example, when a big hit occurs at timing (A) and the value of the number of continuations K is any one of 1 to 5, to the songs A to C at the timing (B) in the first round of the big hit gaming state Either designation or random selection is accepted. Here, the choice of special music and the random selection are displayed on the effect display device 9. Then, the player operates the stick controller 122 to place the cursor on a desired option and press the chance button 120 (or the trigger button 121 or the like) to determine any special music or random selection. In addition, when the operation valid period ends with the cursor on any of the options, the option with the cursor may be determined. Note that the method for determining an option by the player is not limited to this. For example, the gaming machine moves the cursor at a predetermined timing (for example, every 2 seconds), and the player is positioned on the desired option. Sometimes, a special song or a random selection may be determined by pressing a determination button. Here, random selection is designated, music lottery using the first music selection table is performed, and music C is selected. And the music C is output from the timing (C) of the second round. When the big hit ends, the output of the music piece C is stopped.

  In addition, when a big hit occurs at the timing (A) and the value of the continuation count K is 6, a newly selectable music is added, and at the timing (E) in the first round of the big hit gaming state, Either designation to music A to D or random selection is accepted. Here, random selection is designated, and music lottery using the first special music selection table is performed, so that newly added music D is easily selected. And when the music D is selected, the music D is output from the timing (F) of the second round. When the big hit ends, the output of the music D is stopped.

  FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the jackpot end effect process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the jackpot end effect timer is set (step S880). The jackpot end effect timer is a timer for measuring the time for displaying the jackpot end screen for notifying the end of the jackpot game. When the big hit end effect timer is set (YES in step S880), effect control CPU 101 shifts the process to be executed to step S885.

  If the jackpot end effect timer is not set (NO in step S880), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the jackpot end designation command reception flag indicating that the jackpot end designation command has been received is set. Determine whether. If it is determined that it has not been set (NO in step S881), the effect control CPU 101 ends this process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the jackpot end designation command reception flag or the like is set (YES in step S881), the effect control CPU 101 resets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step S882).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the jackpot end display time (for example, a value corresponding to 2 seconds) in the jackpot end effect timer (step S883), and displays the jackpot end screen on the effect display device 9. Control to display (screen for notifying the end of the big hit game) is performed (step S884). Specifically, an instruction to display the big hit end screen is given to the VDP 109.

  In step S885, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the jackpot end effect timer. Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end effect timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end effect time has elapsed (step S886). If not, the process ends.

  When the big hit end effect time has elapsed (YES in step S886), the effect control CPU 101 controls to stop the output of the special music (step S893). Specifically, the production control CPU 101 outputs a control signal for stopping the output of the special music from the speaker 27 to the audio output board 70. When the audio output board 70 receives the control signal, the audio output board 70 changes the volume of the special song being output to a small predetermined value.

  Thereafter, the CPU 101 for effect control updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S894).

[Explanation of game history accumulation, etc.]
In the present embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 gives an experience value on the condition that a predetermined achievement condition is satisfied and obtains 10 experience values when a password to be described later is inputted at the start of the game. The level is incremented by 1 every time. Each time the level value exceeds a certain value, the number of types of effects that may be executed is increased. Specifically, it includes an effect table 1 used for levels 1 to 30, an effect table 2 used for levels 31 to 60, and an effect table 3 used for levels 61 to 99. In addition to the effect patterns registered in the table 1, an effect pattern that is not registered in the effect table 1 is defined, and the effect table 3 includes an effect pattern that is registered in the effect tables 1 and 2. When an effect pattern not registered in tables 1 and 2 is defined, and the effect pattern is selected using an effect table corresponding to the current level among effect tables 1 to 3, the level exceeds 30 When the number exceeds 60, the production pattern increases.

  Also, every time the level value exceeds a certain value, the items that can be selected as the effect setting are increased. Specifically, the frequency of the production (production setting 1), the main character (production setting 2), the costume of the character (production setting 3), the background design of the production (production setting 4), BGM (production) Setting 5) can be selected. In these production settings, three types can be selected until the level exceeds 30, and when the level exceeds 30, five types can be selected. Selectable from types.

  As an achievement condition to which an experience value is given, for example, as shown in FIG. 51, when a super-reach without pseudo-ream is executed and a big win is won, or when it is missed, a super reach with a pseudo-ream is executed and a big win is won In case of failure or failure, the case where the jackpot confirmation screen is displayed, etc. are determined, and the experience level given according to the difficulty level of each achievement condition, the current level, and the number of variable display since the game was started Is determined and an experience value corresponding to the situation at the time when the achievement condition is satisfied is given.

  The super-reach with pseudo-ream shown in FIG. 51 is an effect indicating that there is a higher possibility of winning a big hit than the super-reach without pseudo-ream, that is, the ratio selected at the time of winning the big win is the super reach without pseudo-ream It is a production that is higher than that and has a lower appearance rate than the pseudo-reamless super reach.

  Compared to the case where a super-reach without quasi-ream is executed and the jackpot is not won, and the case where the super-reach with a quasi-run is executed and the jackpot is not won, the latter is more experienced. If a big win is not won even though there is a performance that shows that there is a high possibility that a big win is won, more experience points will be given It is to be granted.

  Compared to the case where the pseudo-reamless super reach is executed and the big hit is not won, and the case where the pseudo-reamless super reach is executed and the big win is won, the latter is more experienced. If a big win is won even though there is a performance showing that the possibility of winning a big hit is low, more experience points will be given It is to be granted.

  Even when the same achievement condition is satisfied, the experience values given for the variable display counts of 0 to 499, 500 to 699, and 700 or more differ, and the more the variable display counts, the more experience A value is assigned.

  Further, every time the value of the level exceeds a certain value, the experience value to be given decreases, and the experience value to be given decreases. Specifically, when the level exceeds 30 and when the level exceeds 60, the experience value assigned is decreased, and the experience value is not assigned depending on the achievement condition. For this reason, every time the level exceeds a certain value, it becomes difficult to further increase the level.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, an experience value is given when an achievement condition corresponding to the result of playing a game is established, and the level increases according to the experience value, and the production pattern increases. And the setting items for production increase, and the player's willingness to play a game can be effectively enhanced.

  In addition, conditions other than the conditions shown in FIG. 51 are prepared in advance as the achievement conditions, and for example, include conditions under which a result of achievement of a specific mission is obtained.

  In addition, there are productions that are executed on condition that the level is above a certain level, the cumulative fluctuation display count, the cumulative jackpot count, etc. are above a certain number. A mission that is achieved by performing an effect that does not appear unless the level, cumulative fluctuation display count, cumulative jackpot count, etc. are above a certain number, that is, a certain number of levels, cumulative fluctuation display count, cumulative jackpot count, etc. Missions that can only be achieved by the above are defined, and the player's willingness to play and raise the level can be effectively increased.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 is configured such that a story consisting of a plurality of stages progresses sequentially on the production display device 9 according to the number of times of variable display when a password, which will be described later, is input at the start of the game. Specifically, when the story reaches a certain stage according to the number of times of change display, the next stage is developed.

  In addition, when the password described later is input at the start of the game, the production control microcomputer 100 is associated with the anniversary when the anniversary specified from the input password indicates a specific anniversary. Anniversary effect (for example, when a player's birthday is specified, an effect that congratulates the player by executing a certain condition, etc.) can be executed.

  Further, the value of the level can take over not only the value increased in one pachinko gaming machine 1 but also the value increased in other pachinko gaming machines 1. Further, not only the level value but also the stage of a story developed in another pachinko gaming machine 1 or when the player changes the production setting in another pachinko gaming machine 1, the setting contents can be taken over.

  Specifically, by selecting “password input” from the main menu screen shown in FIG. 52A and inputting the password issued by the management server 200, the level and effect setting according to the previous game history It is possible to play games by taking over (including the story stage).

  As will be described in detail later, the password is eight characters that can specify the anniversary, level, model information, latest information, and other presentation settings according to the individual player's game history managed by the management server 200 described later. Character data consisting of

  The main menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 9 when the chance button 120 is operated in a state where the variable display is not performed.

  When the main menu screen is displayed, as shown in FIGS. 52 (a) and 52 (b), when the stick controller 122 is operated to the left, the menu item on the left moves to the front, and the stick When the controller 122 is operated to the right side, the menu item on the right side moves forward. Then, when the chance button 120 is operated, the menu item displayed in front is selected. Further, when the chance button 120 is operated in a state where “End” is displayed in front of the menu item, an end confirmation screen in which “YES” and “NO” can be selected is displayed as shown in FIG. The basic screen (normal screen before shifting to the main menu screen) is displayed by operating the stick controller 122 and the chance button 120 on the completion confirmation screen and selecting “YES” from “YES” and “NO”. To come back. In addition, the screen returns to the basic screen when a time determined for each screen elapses without any operation.

  On the main menu screen before the password input or before the game start by the simple start described later, as shown in FIG. 52A, menu items of “easy start”, “password input”, “member registration”, “end” are displayed. The password input screen is displayed by selecting the password menu by operating the stick controller 122 and the chance button 120 on the main menu screen before the password input or before the game start by the simple start described later. The On the password input screen, the character can be selected by operating the stick controller 122 or the chance button 120.

  When the password entered by the player is authenticated as a legitimate password, the personal history storage area assigned to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100 (total variation display count, probability variation jackpot count, normal jackpot count, mission achieved) ) Is initialized, the anniversary analyzed from the password is stored in the anniversary storage area assigned to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100, and the level analyzed from the password is the level of the production control microcomputer 100. The latest game in which the model information for identifying the model analyzed from the password is analyzed in the level storage area allocated to the RAM is analyzed from the password in the model information storage area allocated in the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100. The latest information indicating the history is a microcomputer for production control. In the latest information storage area assigned to the RAM of the computer 100, other effect settings 1 to 3 analyzed from the password are set in the effect setting storage area assigned to the RAM of the effect control microcomputer 100. The level according to the previous game history and the effect setting will be taken over. At this time, the input password itself is stored in a password storage area assigned to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100.

  In addition, as described above, the personal history storage area is allocated to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100, and the game history (total number of times of change display, probability change) after the password is entered and the authentic password is authenticated. The number of big hits, usually the number of big hits) is accumulated. Further, when a mission (issue) set in advance for a pachinko gaming machine is achieved, a history of achievement missions indicating the types of missions achieved is also accumulated. In addition, as described above, every time 10 experience values are acquired, the level stored in the level storage area increases.

  When the player finishes the game, the player's game history, current level, experience value, production setting (model information and latest information are not included), and achievement mission history can be specified 2 The dimension code is acquired by the portable terminal 300, and the contents specified from the two-dimensional code can be reflected from the portable terminal 300 to the contents of a player database described later provided in the management server 200.

  As shown in FIG. 52 (b), on the main menu screen after the password is entered or after the game is started by the simple start described later, the menu items “DATA CLEAR”, “2D code creation”, “Today's result”, and “END” It is displayed. By selecting the menu item “Create 2D code” on this screen, a 2D code is generated, and the generated 2D code is displayed on the effect display device 9. The output two-dimensional code includes a URL indicating the location of the update page on the management server, a password input at the start of the game, and a game random number that is a random value acquired every time the two-dimensional code is created (this implementation In this form, a 32-bit random number) and a total variation display stored in the personal history storage area as game history update data which is data updated as the game progresses to update the game history Number of times, probability variation big hit number, normal big hit number, level value stored in the level storage area, experience value stored in the experience value storage area assigned to the RAM of the effect control microcomputer 100, and the effect setting storage area Stored production settings 1 to 3 and types of achievement missions are stored.

  In the present embodiment, the experience value stored in the experience value storage area is the remaining fractional experience value used for level up.

  Then, the two-dimensional code is read by the portable terminal 300 and accessed to the URL of the management server 200 specified from the two-dimensional code, so that the content specified from the two-dimensional code is the content of the player database provided in the management server 200 To be reflected.

  Also, until the two-dimensional code is displayed after the password is authenticated, the input of a new password is prohibited. When the two-dimensional code is displayed and the display is cleared, Password stored in the password storage area, total fluctuation display count stored in the personal history storage area, probability variation jackpot count, normal jackpot count, type of mission accomplished, level value stored in the level storage area, experience value All of the experience values stored in the storage area and the contents of the effect settings 1 to 3 stored in the effect setting storage area are cleared, and password input is permitted again.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, by entering a password when starting a game, an effect that reflects past game history, such as the level and effect setting when the previous game was executed, is executed. This makes it possible to produce effects that are continuous over a long period of time. In addition, since the password is included in the two-dimensional code output for specifying a new game history, the password is issued by authenticating the password included in the two-dimensional code in the management server 200 that issues the password. It is possible to determine whether the player has received the game, and even if a third party obtains another person's password and plays the game to obtain a two-dimensional code, or obtains another person's two-dimensional code. However, the game history specified from the two-dimensional code cannot be reflected in the player's own, and a new game history can be taken over by the player who has received the password, while the password is issued. It becomes impossible for a player other than the player to take over the game history. As a result, it is meaningless to divert or steal a password or a two-dimensional code. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the diversion or theft of a password and a two-dimensional code.

  Further, since the password changes according to a random value that changes every time the password is issued by the management server 200, even if a game history having the same content is specified, the password is not necessarily the same. It becomes difficult to guess.

  In the present embodiment, if the player has already been registered in the management server 200, the player can start the game that can store the game history by only operating the chance button 120 without entering the password. Is possible.

  Specifically, an individual assigned to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100 by starting the game, in this embodiment, operating the chance button 120 for a predetermined time or longer (hereinafter referred to as long pressing of the chance button 120). The values of the history storage area (total variation display count, probability variation jackpot count, normal jackpot count, achievement mission) are initialized. When the chance button 120 is pressed for a long time, the “two-dimensional code creation” has not been selected after the chance button 120 has been pressed for a long time or a game start operation associated with the password input has been performed. However, the value of the personal history storage area is initialized.

  In the personal history storage area, a game history (total variation display count, probability variation jackpot count, normal jackpot count) from a game start operation associated with a long press of the chance button 120 is accumulated. Further, when a mission (issue) set in advance in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is achieved in the same manner as when a password is input, a history of achievement missions indicating the types of missions achieved is also accumulated. . However, if a game start operation is performed with a long press of the chance button 120 without entering a password, unlike the case where a password is entered, no experience value is given, and the level does not increase. The setting cannot be changed from the default setting.

  When the player finishes the game and performs a game end operation (select “Create 2D code” on the main menu screen), the game start operation is performed in response to a long press of the chance button 120. A two-dimensional code is generated from the game history and displayed.

  Then, the player obtains the displayed two-dimensional code with the portable terminal 300 and accesses the management server 200, thereby allowing the player to carry the game history specified from the two-dimensional code. Corresponding to the terminal identification information of the terminal 300, it can be reflected in the game history registered in the player database.

  The two-dimensional code displayed when the game is ended after the game is started by the start operation of the game associated with the long press of the chance button 120 is updated on the management server 200, unlike when the game is started by inputting the password. The URL indicating the location of the page, the total variation display count stored in the personal history storage area, the probability variation jackpot count, the normal jackpot count, and the type of mission accomplished are stored.

  Then, the two-dimensional code is read by the portable terminal 300 and the URL of the management server 200 specified by the two-dimensional code is accessed, so that the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the accessed portable terminal 300 is already stored in the player database. It is determined whether or not the terminal is registered, and if the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the accessed mobile terminal 300 is already registered, the game history corresponding to the matching terminal identification information is updated. ing.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, if the player is already registered in the management server 200, the password is input without entering the password only by long pressing the chance button 120. The game can be performed in the same manner as in the case. Then, at the end of the game, a two-dimensional code that can specify the game history from the start operation of the game accompanying the long press of the chance button 120 to the end is displayed. Then, by accessing the management server 200 with the two-dimensional code displayed at the end of the game, on the management server 200 side, the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that transmitted the game history is stored in the player database of the management server 200. If it is already registered, the game history corresponding to the corresponding terminal identification information is updated to the game history specified from the two-dimensional code. For this reason, it is possible for a player whose terminal identification information has already been registered in the player database to use the game history storage function without receiving a password, and then to terminate the game. By simply accessing the management server 200 with the displayed two-dimensional code, it becomes possible to register and store the game history during that time in the management server 200.

  In the present embodiment, the configuration is such that the use of the function of accumulating the game history can be started by pressing and holding the chance button 120 once, but as a menu item on the main menu screen, apart from “easy start” It is good also as a structure which can start the utilization of the function which accumulate | stores a game history by providing the use start item of the function which accumulate | stores a game history, and designates the said item, and the item designation by the long press of the chance button 120 and a main menu screen It is good also as a structure which can start utilization of the function which accumulate | stores game history in both.

  In the present embodiment, in order to receive a password issuance from the management server 200, the management server 200 is accessed in advance by the mobile terminal 300 or the like, and the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the mobile terminal 300 is registered by member registration or the like. It is necessary to keep it. In this embodiment, the URL indicating the location of the member registration page of the management server 200 is specified by selecting “member registration” on the main menu screen before the password input shown in FIG. A two-dimensional code is generated and displayed, and the member registration page of the management server 200 can be easily accessed by reading the two-dimensional code with the mobile terminal 300.

  In the present embodiment, even a player who has not previously registered membership by accessing the management server 200 can start a game using the function of storing a game history.

  Specifically, by selecting “Easy Start” from the main menu screen shown in FIG. 52A, the production control microcomputer 100 acquires a starting random number from random numbers updated within a certain range, The starting random number is stored in the starting random number storage area assigned to the RAM of the effect control microcomputer 100, and a two-dimensional code for the initial start is generated and displayed. This two-dimensional code stores a URL indicating the location of the temporary registration page on the management server 200 and a starting random number. The two-dimensional code is read by the portable terminal 300 and specified from the two-dimensional code. By accessing the URL of the management server 200, the terminal identification information (SIM data) assigned to the accessed mobile terminal 300 and the starting random number specified from the two-dimensional code are temporarily registered in association with each other. It is like that.

  On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, when “Easy Start” is selected, the personal history storage area (total variation display count, probability variation hit count, normal hit count, achievement mission) assigned to the RAM of the production control microcomputer 100 is selected. The value is initialized.

  In the personal history storage area, the game history (the total variation display count, the probability variation big hit count, and the normal big hit count) since “easy start” is selected is accumulated. Further, when a mission (issue) set in advance in the pachinko gaming machine is achieved in the same manner as when a password is input, a history of achievement missions indicating the types of missions achieved is also accumulated. In addition, as described above, every time 10 experience values are acquired, the level stored in the level storage area increases.

  When the player finishes the game, the player obtains a two-dimensional code that can specify the player's game history, current level, production setting, and achievement mission history, and specifies the content specified from the two-dimensional code. This can be reflected in the contents of a player database described later included in the management server 200.

  The two-dimensional code displayed when the game is ended after selecting “Easy Start” and starting the game is different from the case where the game is started by entering the password, and indicates the location of the main registration page on the management server. The starting random number stored in the URL, the starting random number storage area, and the total variation display count stored in the personal history storage area as the game history update data described above, the probability variation hit count, the normal hit count The level value stored in the level storage area, the experience value (fractional) stored in the experience value storage area, the effect settings 1 to 3 stored in the effect setting storage area, and the types of achievement missions Stored.

  Whether or not the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the accessed portable terminal 300 is provisionally registered by reading the two-dimensional code with the portable terminal 300 and accessing the URL of the management server 200 specified from the two-dimensional code. If the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the accessed mobile terminal 300 is provisionally registered, the start random number corresponding to the provisionally registered terminal identification information and the two-dimensional code are specified. It is determined whether or not the starting random number matches, and on the condition that it matches, the game history specified by the two-dimensional code in association with the terminal identification information, the current level, and the (explanatory) experience value , Production settings and achievement mission histories are registered, and the player's data is now fully registered. It is possible to receive a row.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, by inputting “easy start”, a random number at the start is obtained, and only a two-dimensional code that can identify the random number at the start is displayed. It is possible to play a game in the same manner as when a password is entered without entering. Then, at the end of the game, a two-dimensional code that can specify the game history from the input of “easy start” to the end and the starting random number acquired when the “easy start” is input is displayed. Then, the player accesses the management server 200 with the two-dimensional code displayed at the start of the game, temporarily registers it, and accesses the management server 200 with the two-dimensional code displayed at the end of the game. On the management server 200 side, on the condition that the starting random number specified from the two-dimensional code transmitted at the end of the game matches the starting random number temporarily registered in the management server 200, the two-dimensional code Thus, it is possible to newly register the game history specified from the above, that is, the game history of the player. Therefore, a player who uses the game history storage function for the first time does not need to access the management server 200 in advance to register as a member before playing a game, and the two-dimensional code displayed by inputting “easy start”. By simply accessing the management server 200, it becomes possible to start a game similar to the case where the password is input. After that, only by accessing the management server 200 with the two-dimensional code displayed by the end operation of the game, It is possible to register / store the game history during that time in the management server 200.

  The production control microcomputer 100 according to the present embodiment displays the various menu screens that shift from the main menu screen as described above, and then switches to the basic screen after a predetermined time when no operation is performed. It is like that.

  The production control microcomputer 100 according to the present embodiment inputs a password when a password is input, when “easy start” is input, or when a game start operation is performed in response to a long press of the chance button 120. In addition, the “simple start” is not input, and the specific effect mode of the effect mode different from the effect mode (normal effect mode) when the game is played without the game start operation by the chance button 120 is controlled.

  Next, the management server 200 as an example of the management apparatus of the present invention will be described. The management server 200 is configured by a general server computer including a CPU, a RAM, and the like, and is portable via the Internet network 400. It is accessible from the terminal 300 and performs management of game history, issuance of passwords, provision of privileges, and the like. The management server 200 according to the present embodiment can be accessed only from a terminal to which terminal identification information (SIM data) is assigned, and a terminal to which terminal identification information is not assigned or terminal identification information is given. However, a terminal that refuses to transmit terminal identification information is denied access.

  The management server 200 includes a player database that manages a player's game history, a game history database that manages a game history for each game, a privilege database that stores privilege data given to the player, and an unregistered player A temporary registration database for managing the temporary registration data.

  In the player database, corresponding to terminal identification information (SIM data) that can identify the portable terminal 300 owned by the player, the current status (standby, playing), password (last issued) , Number of accesses (password issuance number), total variation display count to date, total probability variation jackpot count, total normal jackpot count, current level, experience value (of fraction), points, setting contents of production settings 1-3, The achievement status for each mission (1 for missions that have been achieved, 0 for missions that have not been completed) is stored.

  The game history update data for updating the game history includes the total variation display count up to now, the total probability variation jackpot count, the total normal jackpot count, the current level, the current experience value, the setting contents of the production settings 1 to 3, and , And other data such as achievement status by mission (1 mission completed and 0 mission not completed). The acquired data is data such as points.

  In the game history database, corresponding to the terminal identification information (SIM data) that can identify the mobile terminal 300 owned by the player who played the game and the game date and time, the pachinko gaming machine 1 randomly selects the game at the end of the game. The game random number acquired in the game, the number of times of variation display in the game, the number of probable change big hits in the game, the number of normal big hits in the game, the level value at the end of the game of the game, the ( (B) Stores experience values, setting contents of production settings 1 to 3 at the end of the game, and achievement status by mission in the game.

  In the privilege database, the privilege data storage location, the privilege data type, the condition type for granting the privilege, and the condition value of the corresponding type are stored in correspondence with the privilege ID that can identify the privilege. As the type of condition, a level, a mission achievement rate, the number of fluctuation displays, the number of probable big hits, the number of normal big hits, and the like can be set, and a condition value corresponding to the type can be set.

  In the temporary registration database, the terminal identification information (SIM data) of the mobile terminal 300 that transmitted the start registration request, the start random number specified from the start registration request, the registration date and time when the start registration request was received, Are registered in association with each other.

  Next, operations of the management server 200, the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the mobile terminal 300 when performing membership registration by accessing the management server from the mobile terminal 300 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 53 is a diagram showing exchanges between the mobile terminal 300 and the management server 200 at the time of member registration.

  When it is determined that “member registration” is selected in the main menu before password entry shown in FIG. 52A, the effect control microcomputer 100 can specify the URL of the member registration page of the management server 200 2 The display control circuit 92 is controlled to display the dimension code on the effect display device 9.

  The user operates the mobile terminal 300 to start application software for reading a two-dimensional code, and captures the two-dimensional code with the camera unit 190 of the mobile terminal 300. As a result of analyzing the read two-dimensional code by the application software, the URL of the member registration page is displayed on the display unit 140 of the portable terminal 300. When the user selects the URL, the browser is activated on the portable terminal 300 and connected to the member registration page specified by the URL.

  As shown in FIG. 53, the user inputs member information such as a name on the member registration page, and sends a member registration request including the input member information and terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 to the management server 200. To send.

  When a membership registration request is made from the mobile terminal 300, the management server 200 determines whether or not the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has made the membership registration request matches the terminal identification information already registered in the player database. If there is matching terminal identification information, update the registered member information or register only the terminal identification information as a simple start, and correspond to the corresponding terminal identification information in the player database. The member information is updated to the member information specified from the member registration request, and the registration result is notified to the mobile terminal 300 that has made the member registration request.

  If the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has requested the member registration does not match the terminal identification information already registered in the player database, the member registration request is issued as a member registration request by an unregistered player. The terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that made the registration and the member information specified from the member registration request are associated and newly registered in the player database, and the registration result is notified to the mobile terminal 300 that made the member registration request. .

  Upon receiving the registration result, the portable terminal 300 displays the registration result and notifies the player to that effect.

  Next, FIG. 54 shows operations of the management server 200, the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the portable terminal 300 when a player who plays a game for the first time inputs “easy start” and plays a game on the pachinko gaming machine 1. This will be explained based on. FIG. 54 is a diagram showing exchanges between the pachinko gaming machine 1, the mobile terminal 300, and the management server 200 when playing a game without registering a member.

  Referring to FIG. 54, when “simple start” is selected in pachinko gaming machine 1, a starting random number is acquired, and a URL indicating the location of the temporary registration page and a starting random number can be specified for the first time. A two-dimensional code for time is generated and displayed.

  The player reads the two-dimensional code displayed on the mobile terminal 300 and makes a start registration request including the start random number analyzed from the two-dimensional code and the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 to the management server 200. Thus, the terminal identification information can be registered in the temporary registration database of the management server 200.

  When a start registration request is made from the mobile terminal 300, the management server 200 determines whether the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal that has made the start registration request matches the terminal identification information already registered in the player database. If there is matching terminal identification information, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that registration is impossible.

  On the other hand, if the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has made the registration request at the start does not match the terminal identification information already registered in the player database, the terminal identification information identified from the registration request at the start, the start The random number and the registration date and time (the date and time when the start registration request is received) are associated with each other and registered in the temporary registration database, and a notification to that effect is sent to the mobile terminal 300.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, when “easy start” is input and a two-dimensional code is displayed, the starting random number is stored in the starting random number storage area and the game history is initialized to change from the normal effect mode to the specific effect mode. Migrate to Thereafter, the game is started by the player.

  When the player finishes the game and selects “Create 2-D Code” from the main menu screen, the starting random number stored in the starting random number storage area and the total variation stored in the personal history storage area Number of display, probability variation big hit number, normal big hit number, mission type, level value stored in level storage area, experience value stored in experience value storage area, and stored in effect setting storage area Acquired data consisting of game histories consisting of presentation settings 1 to 3, and a two-dimensional code is generated from these data and the URL indicating the location of the main registration page, and is associated with a password in a predetermined storage area. In addition to being stored and displayed on the effect display device 9, the personal history storage area, the level storage area, the experience value storage area, and the effect setting storage area are initialized, and a specific effect is obtained. The transition from over soil normal effect mode.

  The player reads the two-dimensional code displayed on the portable terminal 300 and sends an end-time registration request including the starting random number, game history, acquired data, and terminal identification information of the portable terminal 300 analyzed from the two-dimensional code. By performing the management server 200, the terminal identification information, the first game history, and the acquired data can be registered in the player database and the game history database of the management server 200.

  When a termination registration request is made from the mobile terminal 300, the management server 200 determines whether or not the terminal identification information of the portable terminal 300 that has made the termination registration request matches the terminal identification information registered in the temporary registration database. If there is no matching terminal identification information, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that registration is impossible.

  On the other hand, if the terminal identification information of the portable terminal 300 that has made the registration request at the end matches the terminal identification information registered in the temporary registration database, it is registered in the temporary registration database corresponding to the matching terminal identification information. It is determined whether or not the start random number matches the start random number specified from the end registration request. If both start random numbers do not match, the mobile terminal 300 indicates that registration is impossible. To notify.

  If both start random numbers match, the terminal identification information of the portable terminal 300 that has made the end registration request is newly registered in the player database, and registered at the end in association with the terminal identification information. The game history and acquisition data specified from the request are registered in the player database, and the game history specified from the end-time registration request in association with the terminal identification information and the game date and time (current date and time data) is stored in the game history database. In addition, the mobile terminal 300 that made the registration request upon completion is notified of the completion of the main registration.

  In addition, when both start random numbers match, the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that made the end registration request is newly registered in the player database, and at the same time, the terminal identification information in the temporary registration database and the correspondence The starting random number and registration date and time are deleted.

  In addition, the terminal identification information registered in the temporary registration database, the corresponding starting random number, and the registration date and time will be maintained until the day after the registration date if the registration is not performed in response to the registration request at the end. Even if the main registration is not performed due to the registration request at the end, it is deleted.

  Next, operations of the management server 200, the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the portable terminal 300 when issuing a password and playing a game on the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 55 is a diagram showing exchanges between the pachinko gaming machine 1, the mobile terminal 300, and the management server 200 when a password is entered to play a game.

  Referring to FIG. 55, when a new password issuance request is made from portable terminal 300, management server 200 is a terminal in which the terminal identification information of portable terminal 300 that has issued the request is registered in the player database. It is determined whether or not it matches the identification information, and if there is no matching terminal identification information, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that the issuance is impossible.

  On the other hand, when the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal that has issued the request matches the terminal identification information registered in the player database, the level corresponding to the terminal identification information and the effect setting are acquired from the player database. And issue a password.

  Next, it is determined whether or not it matches the password registered in the corresponding terminal identification information in the player database, that is, the previously issued password, and if it matches, it matches the previous password in the procedure described above. The password is generated again until it is determined not to do so.

  If the portion of the game history that affects password generation is not changed from the previous game history, the same password is read and issued.

  The management server 200 issues the password as described above, transmits the password to the mobile terminal 300 that has issued the request, and sets the password corresponding to the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has issued the issue request in the player database. Update to the issued password, and update the status of the corresponding terminal identification information during the game. When a password issuance request is accepted, password issuance is not prohibited even if the status of the corresponding terminal identification information is in game, and a new password issuance request is accepted in such a situation. Even if a password is issued, a new password is issued and the previous password becomes invalid.

  When the password is issued in response to the password issuance request, the issued password is displayed on the portable terminal 300, and the player inputs the displayed password to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in which the password has been input, the password input as described above is analyzed, and when the password is authenticated, the level and effect setting specified from the password are set on the pachinko gaming machine 1 side. As a result, it becomes possible to play a game by taking over the level and effect settings managed by the management server 200. At this time, the password is stored in the password storage area, and the normal effect mode is shifted to the specific effect mode. Thereafter, the game is started by the player.

  In addition, it is possible to set anniversary data for the password as described above. If a specific anniversary is set as the anniversary data, the password is specific to the anniversary in the specific performance mode. Can be performed.

  In addition, as described above, the model information and the latest information are set in the password, and it is possible to execute an effect corresponding to the model information and the latest information on the gaming machine.

  When the player finishes the game and selects “Create 2-D Code” from the main menu screen, the game random number from the password stored in the password storage area and the random number updated within a certain range, and the individual Total variation display count stored in the history storage area, probability variation jackpot count, normal jackpot count, type of mission accomplished, level value stored in the level storage area, experience value stored in the experience value storage area, production Acquired data consisting of a game history consisting of presentation settings 1 to 3 stored in the setting storage area, a two-dimensional code is generated from these data and a URL indicating the location of the update page, and a predetermined memory The area is stored in association with the password and displayed on the effect display device 9, and the personal history storage area is initialized so that it can be transmitted from the specific effect mode. To shift to production mode.

  The player reads the two-dimensional code displayed on the mobile terminal 300 and sends an update request including the game history, acquired data, password, game random number and terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 analyzed from the two-dimensional code to the management server By performing for 200, the game history and acquired data acquired by the two-dimensional code can be reflected in the player database of the management server 200.

  When an update request is made from the mobile terminal 300, the management server 200 determines whether or not the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has made the update request matches the terminal identification information registered in the player database. If there is no matching terminal identification information, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that the update is impossible.

  On the other hand, if the terminal identification information of the mobile terminal 300 that has made the update request matches the terminal identification information registered in the player database, the terminal identified from the update request is the password identified from the update request. The password is checked against the password registered in the player database in association with the identification information. If the password specified from the update request matches the password registered in the player database, the player is authenticated as the player who issued the password, and the password specified from the update request and The game random number is compared with the password and the game random number registered in association with the terminal identification information specified from the update request in the game history database, and it is determined whether or not they match. The corresponding item of the corresponding terminal identification information in the player database is updated based on the game history and acquired data specified from the update request, and is updated in association with the terminal identification information and the game date and time (current date and time data). The game history and game random number specified from the request are registered in the game history database, and the status of the corresponding terminal identification information is stored. To update the scan while waiting, to notify the update completion to the mobile terminal 300 that made the update request. On the other hand, if the password and game random number specified from the update request match the password and game random number registered in the game history database in association with the terminal identification information specified from the update request, Since there is an extremely high possibility that the update request is the same two-dimensional code used for the update request, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that the update is impossible.

  Further, as a result of checking the password specified from the update request with the password registered in the player database in association with the terminal identification information specified from the update request, when both passwords do not match, It is determined whether only one of the characters is a difference of one character before and after the password when the password is input. The difference of one character before and after the arrangement in the password input is one character before and after the password input screen. For example, the characters “Y”, “Z”, and “=” are displayed in this order on the password input screen. In this case, if the regular password is “Z”, “Y” and “=” correspond to the one character before and after that.

  And if only one of the characters is a difference other than the difference of one character before and after, that is, if two or more characters are different or the difference is one character, but not one character before and after, update The mobile terminal 300 is notified that it is impossible. On the other hand, if only one of the characters is different by one character before and after, the player who has issued the password is temporarily authenticated as satisfying the input error condition, and the password specified from the update request and The game random number is compared with the password and the game random number registered in association with the terminal identification information specified from the update request in the game history database, and it is determined whether or not they match. Based on the game history specified from the update request, the corresponding item of the corresponding terminal identification information in the player database is updated and specified from the update request in association with the terminal identification information and the game date and time (current date and time data). Game history and game random numbers are registered in the game history database, the status of the corresponding terminal identification information is updated during standby, and an update request is made. It was notifying the update completion to the mobile terminal 300.

  At this time, instead of updating all the corresponding items of the corresponding terminal identification information in the player database based on the game history specified from the update request, the total variation display count, the probability variation jackpot count, the normal jackpot count Only the items that do not affect the continuity of the game history, such as the types of achievement missions that can appear at the level value of the corresponding terminal identification information registered in the player database, are updated, the level, the effect setting, and the corresponding terminal identification Items that affect the continuity of the game history, such as the types of achievement missions that do not appear in the information level values, are not updated. In addition, in the notification of update completion, it is also notified that the passwords did not match completely but were in the range of input errors, so that only some items that did not affect continuity were updated. It is supposed to be.

  Also, if the password and game random number specified from the update request match the password and game random number registered in the game history database in association with the terminal identification information specified from the update request, the previous Since there is an extremely high possibility that the update request is the same two-dimensional code used for the update request, the mobile terminal 300 is notified that the update is impossible.

  In addition, if you forget to obtain a two-dimensional code at the end of the game, even if the status remains in game, issuance of a new password is permitted without making an update request as described above. It is like that.

[Effect of the embodiment]
(1) Conventionally, the player can select the effect mode during variable display during the demonstration screen display where the effect symbols are not variably displayed, and the sound and lamp executed during variable display according to the selected effect mode There has been a gaming machine that changes the production mode (for example, JP-A-2006-174955).

  However, the gaming machine disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2006-174958 is merely a change in the sound and lamp effects performed during variable display by the player's operation. Therefore, there is a possibility that the interest of the game cannot be improved effectively. Further, it has not been particularly considered to prevent the player from misidentifying that the player is in the specific gaming state during variable display.

  According to the present invention, a gaming machine that can effectively improve the interest of the game during the variable display and can prevent the player from misidentifying that it is in the specific gaming state during the variable display. Can be provided.

(1-1) That is, the present invention is configured as follows.
Variable display of identification information (for example, production symbol) that can identify each is performed, and when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed, a specific gaming state (for example, jackpot state) advantageous to the player is obtained. A gaming machine to be controlled (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1, a slot machine),
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects by the first effect device (for example, the speaker 27, the effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
Detection means (for example, a stick controller 122, a chance button 120, an infrared sensor) for detecting a player's operation (for example, non-public operation),
The first control means includes
First specific control means (for example, step S2704 in FIG. 36, step S2804 in FIG. 38, step S3308 in FIG. 37, step S873 in FIG. 34) for performing control to execute a specific effect in the specific game state;
Instead of the normal effect (for example, the sound effect by the normal sound determined in step S822 in FIG. 24) executed during variable display based on the detection by the detection means (for example, detection of a non-public operation), Specific effects (for example, changing music determined in step S820 in FIG. 24. The changing music has at least the same melody as the special music that can be output in the specific gaming state, such as volume, sound quality, tempo, presence of lyrics, etc. Elements other than the melody may be different from the special music). First normal control means (for example, see step S8007 in FIG. 26, see FIG. 29) for performing control during variable display,
The second control means has different aspects (for example, the former) according to the effect produced by the second effect device depending on whether the control by the first specific control means is performed or the control by the first normal control means is performed. 36 is an effect mode at the time of a big hit as shown in step S2704, step S2705 of FIG.36, step S2804 of FIG.38, and step S2805. The latter is an effect mode of change when shown in step S8007 of FIG. (See FIG. 29).

  According to such a configuration, the specific effect executed during the specific game state by the first effect device can be executed during variable display, and the effect by the second effect device is the second effect during the specific game state. It is executed in a different manner when the specific effect by the first effect device is executed and when the specific effect by the first effect device is executed during variable display. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can effectively improve the interest of a game during variable display and can prevent a player from misidentifying that it is in a specific game state during variable display. Can do.

(1-2) In the gaming machine of (1-1) above,
There are a plurality of types of specific effects (for example, music A to music C) that can be executed in the specific gaming state,
The first normal control means selects any one of a plurality of types of specific effects that can be executed in the specific gaming state as a specific effect to be executed during variable display (for example, step S819 in FIG. 24, Step S820),
The first normal control means determines the number of types that can be selected as a specific effect to be executed during variable display (for example, the number of songs that can be selected during variation) according to the degree of progress of the game (for example, the number of jackpot occurrences, experience value) (For example, step S816 in FIG. 24, FIG. 25).

  According to such a configuration, the types of specific effects that can be executed during variable display can be increased according to the degree of progress of the game. Therefore, the player's willingness to play can be effectively increased.

(1-3) In the gaming machine of (1-1) or (1-2) above,
The specific effect is an effect by a specific sound, and the volume of the specific sound of the specific effect that is executed during variable display is smaller than the volume of the specific sound of the specific effect that is executed in the specific gaming state (for example, Step S8007 in FIG. 26). Alternatively, the specific effect is an effect by a lamp in a specific pattern, and the luminance of the lamp in the specific effect in the specific pattern executed during variable display is the lamp brightness in the specific effect executed in the specific game state. Lower than brightness.

  According to such a configuration, even when a specific effect by the same specific sound or a specific effect by a lamp with the same specific pattern is executed during the variable display and the specific game state, whether the variable display is being performed or during the specific game state It is possible to let the player know if this is the case.

(1-4) In any one of the above gaming machines (1-1) to (1-3),
When the first normal control means detects a specific action (for example, a non-public operation) by the detection means in a state where variable display is not performed (for example, a state where the effect symbol is not changed) (FIG. 24). If it is determined YES in step S815, the effect to be executed during variable display is changed from the normal effect to the specific effect (for example, step S820 in FIG. 24, step S822, step S8007 in FIG. 26).

  According to such a configuration, whether to change the effect to be executed during variable display from the normal effect to the specific effect is determined during a period when variable display is not being performed (before variable display is performed). Can do. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the effect control during variable display from becoming complicated as compared with the case of determining during variable display whether or not to change the effect to be executed during variable display.

(1-5) In the gaming machine of (1-4) above,
The gaming machine does not notify the player that the effect executed during the variable display can be changed by the specific operation (for example, does not output a video or audio notifying the player of the existence of a secret operation). .

  According to such a configuration, since the player does not notify that the effect executed during the variable display can be changed by the specific operation, the specific operation and its action can be set as unpublished specifications. it can. Therefore, an unexpectedness can be given to a player who does not know the specific action and its action. In addition, a player who already knows a specific action and its action can be given a sense of superiority that he knows a non-public specification.

(1-6) In any one of the above gaming machines (1-1) to (1-5),
The first normal control unit is configured such that a period during which variable display is not performed exceeds a reference period (for example, 5 minutes) after an effect to be executed during variable display is changed from the normal effect to the specific effect. (For example, if YES is determined in step S824 in FIG. 24), the effect to be executed during variable display is returned to the normal effect (for example, step S822 in FIG. 24, step S8007 in FIG. 26).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the state in which the effect to be executed during variable display is changed from the normal effect to the specific effect even after the player is switched.

(1-7) In any one of the above gaming machines (1-1) to (1-6),
The first effect device is a speaker (for example, a speaker 27),
The first control means includes a channel (for example, channel B) assigned to a sound (for example, symbol confirmed BGM) output in a first state (for example, symbol fixed time shown in FIG. 35), and a second state. (For example, fanfare time shown in FIG. 35) Different sounds are output from the plurality of channels including the channel (eg, channel C) assigned to the sound (eg, fanfare BGM) to be output to the first effect device. Can be output,
The plurality of channels are further assigned to channels (for example, picin sounds) that can be continuously output (for example, step S863A in FIG. 34) in the first state and the second state (for example, a pikeen sound). Channel A).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the degree of freedom of sound production using the special sound without causing a problem in the output of the special sound.

  (2) Conventionally, there has been a gaming machine that can execute the same effects in a disadvantageous state (for example, normal time) and an advantageous state (for example, a probable variation state, a short-time state) for a player (for example, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2004-2004 -154347).

  However, in the gaming machine disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-154347, when an effect similar to the advantageous state is executed in a disadvantageous state for the player, the player is illusioned that the current state is advantageous. There is a risk of it. For this reason, there exists a problem that the interest of a game will be reduced.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game.

(2-1-1) That is, this invention is comprised as follows.
Variable display of identification information (for example, production symbol) that can identify each is performed, and when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed, a specific gaming state (for example, jackpot state) advantageous to the player is obtained. A controllable gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, slot machine),
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
The first control means controls the effect by the first effect device in a similar mode (for example, an effect mode in which the same music is output) during the variable display of the identification information and after the derivation display of the display result ( For example, step S820 in FIG. 24, step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, step S811B in FIG. 24, and FIG.
The second control means controls the effect by the second effect device in a different mode (for example, an effect mode of a different light emission pattern) during variable display of the identification information and after derivation display of the display result (for example, Step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 26. The lamp data B is data that does not execute the light emission effect, but may be data that executes the light emission effect.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2-1-2) Moreover, this invention is comprised as follows.
The first identification information and the second identification information (for example, the first special symbol and the second special symbol) that can be distinguished from each other are variably displayed, and a game is displayed when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1, a slot machine) that can be controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state) that is advantageous to the player,
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
The degree of advantage differs between the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol is more likely to be a big hit with a higher advantage than the first special symbol),
The first control means provides the same effect (for example, an effect mode of outputting the same music) by the first effect device during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information. ) (See, for example, step S820 in FIG. 24, step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33 and FIG. 30),
The second control means has different effects (for example, effects of different light emission patterns) by the second effect device during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information. Control is performed (for example, see step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 30).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2-1-3) Moreover, this invention is comprised as follows.
Variable display of identification information (for example, production symbol) that can identify each is performed, and when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed, a specific gaming state (for example, jackpot state) advantageous to the player is obtained. A controllable gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, slot machine),
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
Gaming state control means capable of controlling either the first specific gaming state (for example, 16R big hit, probability variation big hit) or the second specific gaming state (for example, 8R big hit, normal big hit) having different advantages as the specific gaming state; With
The first control means controls the effect by the first effect device in the same manner (for example, the effect mode in which the same music is output) in the first specific game state and the second specific game state (for example, 34, see step S873 in FIG. 34 and FIG. 37)
The second control means controls the effect by the second effect device in different modes (for example, effect modes of different light emission patterns) in the first specific game state and the second specific game state (for example, FIG. 36, step S2705, step S2805 in FIG. 38, step S3302 in FIG. 43, and FIG. 37).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2-1-4) Moreover, this invention is comprised as follows.
Based on the fact that the variable display execution condition is satisfied (for example, passing through the second start winning opening 14), the identification information (for example, production symbol) that can be identified is variably displayed, and the specific display result (for example, jackpot) A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, slot machine) that can be controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state) advantageous to the player when the symbol is derived and displayed,
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
The first high-frequency state and the second high-frequency state with different execution degrees that are easy to satisfy the execution condition (for example, the frequency of the open state of the variable winning ball apparatus at the second start winning opening 14 is 100 times or 30 times. High-frequency state control means that can be controlled to
The first control means controls the effect by the first effect device in the same mode (for example, the effect mode for outputting the same music) in the first high frequency state and the second high frequency state. (For example, see step S820 in FIG. 24, step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 31),
The second control means controls the effect by the second effect device in different modes (for example, effect modes of different light emission patterns) in the first high-frequency state and the second high-frequency state (for example, an effect mode of different light emission patterns) (for example, 27, see step S8007 in FIG. 27, step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 31).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2-1-5) Moreover, this invention is comprised as follows.
Variable display of identification information (for example, production symbol) that can identify each is performed, and when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed, a specific gaming state (for example, jackpot state) advantageous to the player is obtained. A controllable gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, slot machine),
First control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling effects (for example, sound effects and background effects) by a first effect device (for example, speaker 27, effect display device 9);
Second control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling an effect (for example, lamp effect) by a second effect device (for example, frame LED 28) different from the first effect device;
In variable display, a first notice effect (for example, intro notice) in a first period (for example, intro notice timing), and a second notice effect (for example, reach timing) different from the first period. For example, it is provided with a notice effect execution means capable of executing a song reach effect corresponding to an intro notice),
The first notice effect is an effect for notifying that the second notice effect is executed,
In the first period and the second period, the first control means controls the effects by the first effect device in the same manner (for example, the effect mode in which the same music is output) (for example, FIG. 24 Step S820, Step S8007 in FIG. 27, Step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 32)
The second control means controls the effects by the second effect device in different modes (for example, effect modes of different light emission patterns) in the first period and the second period (for example, in FIG. 27). (See Step S8007, Step S8107 in FIG. 33, and FIG. 32).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's illusion that the player is in an advantageous state while improving the presentation effect in a state that is disadvantageous to the player. As a result, a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game can be provided.

(2-2) In any of the gaming machines (2-1-1) to (2-1-5) above,
There are multiple types of effects (for example, music A to music C) that can be controlled in the first game device in the specific gaming state,
The first control means controls any one of the effects produced by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state during variable display (for example, step S819 and step S820 in FIG. 24). ),
The first control means determines the number of types that can be controlled during the variable display as an effect by the first effect device (for example, the number of songs that can be selected while changing) according to the degree of progress of the game (for example, the number of jackpot occurrences, the experience value) (For example, step S816 in FIG. 24, FIG. 25).

  According to such a structure, the kind of production | presentation by the 1st production | presentation apparatus which can be controlled during variable display can be increased according to the progress degree of a game. Therefore, the player's willingness to play can be effectively increased.

(2-3) In the game machine of any one of (2-1-1) to (2-1-5) or (2-2),
The effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific game state is an effect by a specific sound, and the volume of the specific sound of the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is controlled in the specific game state. The volume of the specific sound produced by the first production device is smaller (for example, step S8007 in FIG. 26). Alternatively, the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state is an effect by a lamp in a specific pattern, and the brightness of the lamp in the effect by the first effect device by a specific pattern controlled during variable display is The brightness of the lamp in the performance by the first performance device controlled in the specific gaming state is lower.

  According to such a configuration, the variable display is also possible in the case of controlling the effect by the first effect device by the same specific sound or the effect by the first effect device by the lamp with the same specific pattern during the variable display and the specific game state. It is possible to let the player know whether the game is in progress or in a specific game state.

(2-4) In any one of the above (2-1-1) to (2-1-5), or any of the gaming machines (2-2) or (2-3),
The first control unit is configured to detect a specific action (for example, a non-public operation) by the detection unit in a state where variable display is not performed (for example, a state in which the production symbol is not changed) (see FIG. 24). When YES is determined in step S815, the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is controlled by the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state (for example, step of FIG. 24). S820, step S822, step S8007 in FIG. 26).

  According to such a configuration, whether or not the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display is controlled by the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state is not variablely displayed. It can be determined during the period (before the variable display is performed). Therefore, it is possible to suppress the effect control during variable display from becoming complicated as compared with the case where the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is determined during variable display.

(2-5) In the gaming machine of (2-4) above,
The gaming machine does not notify the player that the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display can be changed by the specific action (for example, a video or information that informs the player of the existence of a secret operation) No audio output).

  According to such a configuration, since the player is not notified that the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display can be changed by the specific operation, the specific operation and its effect are not disclosed. ). Therefore, an unexpectedness can be given to a player who does not know the specific action and its action. In addition, a player who already knows a specific action and its action can be given a sense of superiority that he knows a non-public specification.

(2-6) In any one of the above gaming machines (2-1-1) to (2-1-5) or (2-2) to (2-5),
The first control means is based on a period in which variable display is not performed after an effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is changed to an effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific gaming state. When the period (for example, 5 minutes) is exceeded (for example, when YES is determined in step S824 in FIG. 24), the effect by the first effect device controlled during variable display is restored (for example, in FIG. 24). Step S822, step S8007 of FIG. 26).

  According to such a configuration, even after the player is switched, the state in which the effect by the first effect device controlled during the variable display is changed to the effect by the first effect device that can be controlled in the specific game state is taken over. Can be suppressed.

(2-7) In any one of the above gaming machines (2-1-1) to (2-1-5) or (2-2) to (2-6),
The first effect device is a speaker (for example, a speaker 27),
The first control means includes a channel (for example, channel B) assigned to a sound (for example, symbol confirmed BGM) output in a first state (for example, symbol fixed time shown in FIG. 35), and a second state. (For example, fanfare time shown in FIG. 35) Different sounds are output from the plurality of channels including the channel (eg, channel C) assigned to the sound (eg, fanfare BGM) to be output to the first effect device. Can be output,
The plurality of channels are further assigned to channels (for example, picin sounds) that can be continuously output (for example, step S863A in FIG. 34) in the first state and the second state (for example, a pikeen sound). Channel A).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the degree of freedom of sound production using the special sound without causing a problem in the output of the special sound.

[Modification]
(1) In this embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is applied as a gaming machine, but a slot machine may be used.

  (2) In this embodiment, a password is applied as information that can specify a game history to be input to a gaming machine, and it is preferable because a dedicated reading device or the like is not required for inputting information from the outside. May be data such as a barcode or a two-dimensional code that can be encoded by a code reader and input by a wired connection, a wireless connection, an infrared connection, or the like. By doing so, it is possible to easily input these data.

  (3) In this embodiment, a two-dimensional code is applied as information that can specify the game history output from the gaming machine, and it is preferable because the player can easily obtain data by simply holding the two-dimensional code reader. However, other code data that can be read by a code reader such as a barcode may be output, or data that can be output by wired connection, wireless connection, infrared connection, etc. A password may be applied in the same manner as information input to the gaming machine.

  (4) In the gaming system 1000 according to this embodiment, a privilege is given according to the player's game history stored in the player database of the management server 200, but at least input in the gaming machine As long as the configuration is such that the game history is specified from the password and the production reflecting the specified game history is performed, it is not always necessary to provide a privilege according to the game history. Even if a two-dimensional code is acquired, the game history specified from the two-dimensional code cannot be reflected in one's own game history, and a new game history by a player who has been issued a password is taken over. On the other hand, it becomes impossible for a player other than the player who has issued the password to take over the game history. As a result, it is meaningless to divert or steal a password or a two-dimensional code. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the diversion or theft of a password and a two-dimensional code. As a result, it is possible to prevent the value of the performance reflecting the game history from being significantly reduced, such as illegally manipulating the game history using another person's password or the like and reflecting the game history in the performance. .

  (5) In this embodiment, when a game is performed by performing temporary registration by “easy start”, a starting random number extracted from random numbers that fluctuate within a certain range as information that can identify the game is applied. However, any data that can identify the game on the management server 200 side at the end of the game may be used. For example, data that regularly changes such as a number to be added each time “easy start” is input is applied. May be.

  (6) In this embodiment, only the mobile terminal to which the terminal identification information is given and the transmission of the terminal identification information is permitted allows the management server 200 to access. The terminal identification information is given when the player can be identified by at least information (Cookie) that can identify the mobile terminal, or by the player ID assigned on the management server 200 side. The access may be permitted from a terminal that has not been permitted to transmit terminal identification information.

  (7) In this embodiment, information relating to the player (game history, etc.) is managed in association with the terminal identification information, but information relating to the player is associated with the player ID that can identify the player. It may be configured to be managed.

  (8) In the embodiment described above, a password indicating a game history is manually input to the gaming machine by the player. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other methods may be used as long as information indicating a game history is input to the gaming machine.

  For example, information indicating a game history may be input from the mobile terminal 300 to the gaming machine through wireless communication such as infrared communication and radio communication and wired communication. The game history may be recorded on a recording medium such as a member card, and information indicating the game history may be input from the member card to the gaming machine. In response to requesting the management server 200 to transmit information indicating the gaming history to the gaming machine, the management server 200 directly sends the gaming machine to the gaming machine via a public line network such as the Internet and a management computer of the gaming hall. Information indicating a history may be input.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, based on the total information (level and other performance settings) set based on the total of the game history and the previous game history in the password that is information indicating the game history. The latest information to be set was included.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the latest information may be information set based on the most recent predetermined number of times or a game history of a predetermined period. For example, it may be based on the most recent game history or based on the most recent one month game history.

  (10) In the above-described embodiment, the level is displayed as an effect corresponding to the cumulative information.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as an effect according to the accumulated information, a level meter display effect may be provided, or a customized effect that allows a game to be played with the selected background, music, and character may be provided. Good.

  (11) In the above-described embodiment, the start condition is set by the player by inputting the password to the gaming machine. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is assumed that the start condition is set by the player by inputting information indicating the game history by the method as described in (8) above. May be.

  (12) In the embodiment described above, the end condition is set by the player by outputting the two-dimensional code from the gaming machine.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the end condition set by the player may be that the game history is recorded on a recording medium such as a membership card in accordance with the operation by the player, Depending on the operation by the player, the game history may be transmitted directly to the management server 200 via the management computer of the game hall and the public line network such as the Internet, or directly from the gaming machine or a card unit. The game history may be transmitted to the mobile terminal 300 through wireless communication such as infrared communication and wired communication to the mobile terminal.

  (13) In the above-described embodiment, as described with reference to FIG. 51, when the level is low, there are more experience values that can be acquired than when the level is high.

  However, as long as the level is low, the method of easily increasing the level is not limited to this, and other methods may be used. In the above-described embodiment, the level is increased when the experience value reaches a predetermined value (for example, 10) regardless of the level. For example, while the level is low, the experience value necessary for the level increase is used. May be reduced.

  (14) In the above-described embodiment, the invention has been described as the gaming system 1000. However, the invention is not limited to this, and the invention can be regarded as a gaming machine such as the management server 200, the portable terminal 300, or the pachinko gaming machine 1 included in the gaming system 1000, and the invention can be performed as a method performed by each device. The invention can also be understood as a program executed by each device.

  (15) According to this embodiment, when performing random selection during a big hit, the ratio of selecting a newly added song among a plurality of songs selects a song other than the newly added song. It was set as the structure which becomes higher than the ratio to do. As a result, it is easy to execute the music effect of the newly added music, and it is possible to prevent the option added at the corner from being easily selected and to improve the effect of the effect.

  (16) In the present embodiment, the music selection is performed using the music selection table in the second or subsequent music selection after the music is added during the big hit. That is, in the second or subsequent music selection after the music is added, control is not performed to select the added music at a higher rate than the music other than the added music. Thereby, it can prevent that a presentation effect is reduced on the contrary by selecting the added music too much.

  (17) In this embodiment, when a reach occurs during the output of the changing music during the change, the output of the changing music is stopped. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the sound output in the reach effect from being disturbed, and the effect of the reach effect can be sufficiently exhibited.

  (18) In the present embodiment, the description has been given using the music effect that reproduces the special music as the effect selected by the random selection during the big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When selecting any effect such as a still image effect that displays a still image, the ratio of selecting a newly added effect is higher than the ratio of selecting an effect other than the newly added effect. It may be made to become.

  (19) In the present embodiment, a special music option is added based on the number of continuations K. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, special music options are added based on gaming state, production mode, presence / absence of predetermined production, number of game media payout, game time, current time, number of jackpots per day, etc. It may be a thing. At that time, one option may be added, or a plurality of options may be added. In addition, the number of options to be added may be determined in advance or may be determined by lottery. Further, points may be given according to the game, and options may be added when the total value of the points exceeds a threshold value.

  (20) In the present embodiment, from the next music lottery in which the selectable special music is added, the added music is not controlled to be selected and executed at a higher rate than the music other than the added music. However, the timing at which the control is not performed is not limited to this. For example, from the next music lottery in which the added music is selected, the added music may not be controlled to be selected and executed at a higher rate than the music other than the added music. In this case, since the control is performed until the added music is selected, the added music can be more easily selected.

  (21) In the present embodiment, the measurement period of the number of continuations K is the period from the occurrence of the normal big hit or the probable big hit to the end of the short-time state and the transition to the normal state. is not. For example, it may be a period from the occurrence of a probable big hit to the end of the probable change state and the transition to the short-time state (that is, until the normal big hit ends). In addition, the number of occurrences of big hits (for example, normal big hits and probable big hits) that can be expected to win game balls to the big prize opening is converted as the number of continuations K, but the game balls are expected to win the big prize opening The number of occurrences of big hits that cannot be made (for example, suddenly probable big hits) may be converted as the number of continuations K.

  (22) In the above-described embodiment, special music can be selected during a big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and special music may be selected during display of the demonstration screen or the screen shown in FIG.

  (23) In the above-described embodiment, the special music selected in the first round in the big hit state is output from the second round. In the state where the special music is output, that is, in the state where the special music flag is set during the big hit, as shown in steps S706 to S707 in FIG. The output of can be stopped. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the period in which the special music can be changed and the output of the special music can be stopped only for a specific period, for example, only in each round in the big hit state.

  (24) In the above-described embodiment, special music can be output in the game accumulation mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and special music may be output even if the game history is not accumulated.

  (25) You may enable it to select the production | presentation in a game machine including the selection of special music on the screen transmitted from the management server 200 and displayed on the portable terminal 300. Then, when the password is issued, when the password is input to the gaming machine so that the password includes the information that can specify the selected effect (selected special music), the gaming machine The effect indicated by the password may be selected and executed (special music is selected and output).

  (26) In the present embodiment, the acceptance period of the non-public operation (the operation for changing the changing output sound from the normal sound to the changing music) is set to the non-change period, but is not necessarily limited to the non-change period. For example, the period for accepting non-disclosure operations may be variable display or jackpot, instead of or in addition to the non-change period. In the case of accepting the private operation during the big hit, the selection of the changing music during the big hit is accepted according to the detection of the non-public operation during the big hit, and the changing music selected during the big hit is selected. You may make it output during a fluctuation | variation.

  (27) In the present embodiment, when the changing output sound is determined as the changing song, the changing output sound is returned to the normal sound when the non-change period exceeds the reference period. The conditions for returning the changing output sound to the normal sound are not limited to this. For example, the changing output sound may be returned to the normal sound when the period when the game ball is not being fired or the period when the player is not touching the hitting operation handle 5 exceeds the reference period.

  (28) In this embodiment, random selection is used as one of the methods for selecting a special song. However, a method similar to this random selection may be used as one of the methods for selecting a changing song.

  (29) During fluctuation, the voice channel used by the voice synthesis IC 703 may be different depending on whether the normal sound is output or the changing music is output. In this way, control at the time of switching between the normal sound and the changing music is facilitated.

  (30) The same production mode may be a mode in which the production data is the same but the production is executed in a different mode, and the production data is different but has a predetermined relevance. Also good. In the case of sound data, the predetermined relationship is, for example, that the music melody is the same, the music genre is the same, and the music performers are the same. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the sound effect of the similar effect mode is executed using the same sound data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the sound production of the same production mode is the same music (same melody) with different arrangements (for example, different modes other than the melody such as volume, sound quality, tempo, presence / absence of lyrics) It may be a production. In this case, different sound data is used.

  (31) Different presentation modes may be modes in which the presentation data is different but have a predetermined relevance, or the presentation data may be the same, but the presentation may be executed in different modes. Good. For example, in the above-described embodiment, lamp effects of different effect modes are executed using different lamp data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and lamps having the same lamp data are used to emit different lamps (for example, a plurality of lamps of a combination of rainbow colors and a plurality of lamps of the same color combination, red and white lamps). Thus, a lamp effect of a different effect mode may be executed. In addition, the lamp effects of different effect modes may be executed by changing the luminance although the lamp data has the same light emission pattern.

  (32) In the above-described embodiment, the first effect device is the speaker 27 and the second effect device different from the first effect device is the frame LED 28. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the first effect device and the second effect device may be interchanged so that the first effect device is the frame LED 28 and the second effect device different from the first effect device is the speaker 27. Good.

  In the case of a lamp effect, the above-mentioned predetermined relationship is that the light emission pattern has the same tempo (flashing speed) and rhythm (flashing pattern), and the light pattern has a different tempo but the same rhythm. And so on. For example, in this case, a lamp effect having a similar effect mode is executed using the same lamp data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and lamp effects of the same effect mode may be different lamps using the same lamp data (for example, a plurality of lamps of a combination of rainbow colors, a plurality of lamps of a combination of the same colors, a red lamp and a white lamp) ) May be executed by emitting light.

  In addition, the sound effects of different effect modes are executed using different sound data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the sound production of different production modes is the same music (same melody) and different arrangements (for example, different aspects other than the melody such as volume, sound quality, tempo, presence / absence of lyrics) It may be. In this case, different sound data is used.

  (33) In FIG. 29 of the above-described embodiment, the sound effect may not be interrupted during the period from the end of the variable display to the start of the big hit state. In addition, although the control of the sound effect is not interrupted during the period, the output sound may be interrupted by setting the volume to 0.

  Also during this period, the lamp effect may be executed with the ramp data C used during the fluctuation or the ramp data D used during the big hit state. Further, the lamp effect may be executed using lamp data different from the lamp data C and the lamp data D during the period.

  (34) In the above-described embodiment, while the effect by the first effect device is controlled in the same effect manner in the state advantageous to the player and in the disadvantageous state for the player, the second effect device is different in a different manner. As an example of controlling the production by, the sound production by the speaker 27 is executed using the same sound data, and the lamp production by the frame LED 28 is executed by using lamp data of different light emission patterns.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the same effect form may be an aspect in which the sound effect is executed at the same volume using the same sound data, or the sound effect is executed at a different volume using the same sound data. An aspect may be sufficient. Moreover, the aspect which performs a light emission effect with the same brightness | luminance using the lamp data of a different light emission pattern may be sufficient as a different effect aspect, and the aspect which performs a light emission effect with a different brightness | luminance using the lamp data of a different light emission pattern It may be.

  (35) In the above-described embodiment, it is determined whether or not to control the probability variation state based on the value of the jackpot type determination random number shown in FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when a ball enters a specific area of a special winning opening having a specific area, the probability variation state may be controlled. For example, the control is performed so that the big win state is fixed at 16 rounds, and the open / close plate of the special winning opening with no specific area is opened until the 15th round, and the open / close board of the special winning opening having the specific area is opened only at the 16th round. And it is made to control to a probability change state on condition that a ball enters into a specific field. In this case, it may be advantageous or disadvantageous for the player by changing the opening pattern of the opening / closing plate of the 16th round big winning opening (the opening time is long or short, the opening number is large or small). Both of these may be advantageous jackpots and unfavorable jackpots, respectively.

  (36) In the above-described embodiment, the first effect device is the speaker 27, and the second effect device different from the first effect device is the frame LED 28. However, the first effect device and the second effect device are not limited to the lamps such as the speaker and the frame LED 28, and may be a main display for variably displaying the symbols such as the effect display device 9, It may be a sub-display different from that which displays the symbols in a variable manner, may be a movable accessory, may be a blower that sends wind to the player, or is hot or cold to the player. It may be a heat source that makes the player feel, or a device that makes the player feel the vibration. In the case of the main display, the production mode of the part other than the fluctuating symbols such as the background may be the same production mode or different production mode.

  (37) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in step S8007 of FIG. 27, the volume of the special music that is output during variable display is made smaller than the volume of the special music that is output in the specific gaming state. To be controlled. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the lamp effect executed with the special music in the specific game state is also executed during variable display, the lamp brightness in the lamp effect executed during the variable display is executed in the specific game state. The lamp may be controlled so as to be smaller than the luminance of the lamp in the lamp effect.

  (38) In the above-described embodiment, as described in step S863A of FIG. 34 and FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a display effect may be executed (for example, a character is displayed) by the effect display device 9 in addition to the picin sound. In addition, the number of characters may be increased in addition to lengthening the peking sound according to the number of consecutive chants. Moreover, the output sound is not limited to the picine sound, and may be another sound effect.

  (39) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in step S815 of FIG. 24, when there is a non-public operation, the music output during the big hit can be selected as the music output during the fluctuation. It was made to become. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the selection can be made when there is a public operation instead of a non-public operation. That is, it may be notified that the music output during the big hit can be selected as the music output during the fluctuation.

  (40) In the above-described embodiment, when the music output during the big hit is determined as the music output during the fluctuation in step S820 of FIG. 24, the ramp data during the fluctuation is determined during the big hit. Ramp data that is changing is used instead of the ramp data that is used when the music is output. Therefore, in step S822 in FIG. 24, when the music output during the change is returned to the original music that is changing and not the music that is output during the big hit, the ramp data that is changing as it is is the lamp data. Was used.

  However, when the music output during the big hit is determined as the music output during the fluctuation in step S820 in FIG. 24, the ramp data during the fluctuation is used when the music is output during the big hit. Other ramp data that is neither ramp data nor ramp data used during fluctuations may be used. In this case, in step S822 in FIG. 24, when the music output during the fluctuation is returned to the original music that is not the music that is output during the big hit, Return to the ramp data.

  (41) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24, when the next variation pattern command has not been received after the variation display has been completed, the effect display device 9 particularly performs after the variation display ends. No display effect is performed, and after the post-fluctuation sound output period has elapsed, the sound effect on the speaker 27 is not performed.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the next variation pattern command is not received after the variation display is completed, the demonstration display effect is performed on the effect display device 9 after the variation display ends, After the output period has elapsed, the speaker 27 may perform a sound effect corresponding to the demonstration display effect.

  (42) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 31, in the high base state where the number of times is different, the sound effect by the speaker 27 is controlled in the same effect mode, and the lamp effect is controlled in a different mode. I made it. However, the high base state is not limited to the number of times, but may be different bases. For example, a high base (for example, 80% base) and a medium base (for example, 50% base) may be used.

  (43) In the above-described embodiment, when the number of continuations of jackpot is a predetermined number (K = 6, 11, 16), the added music (music D, E, F) is selected more than other music. In other words, the added music is selected with the same probability as other music in cases other than the predetermined number of times.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the number of continuations of jackpot is a predetermined number, the added music (music D, E, F) is more easily selected than other music, and after the music is added, You may make it reduce the probability that the music will be selected gradually. For example, when the jackpot continuation count K = 6, the song D is added as a selectable song, and the song D is selected with a probability of 150/300 as in the first special song selection table of FIG. As the number of continuations K = 7, 8, and 9 increases, the probability that the song D is selected decreases to 125/300, 100/300, and 85/300, and the number of continuation hits K = 10. Sometimes, the music D may be selected with the same 75/300 probability as the other music like the second music selection table of FIG.

  (44) In the above-described embodiment, as described with reference to FIGS. 11D and 11E, any one of the condition that the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times and the condition that the next big hit has occurred. The probability variation state and the time reduction state are ended when it is established. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be continued until the condition that the next big hit has occurred in either the probability variation state or the short-time state is satisfied. In addition, it is possible to make a lottery (so-called falling lottery) every time the variable display is finished whether or not to end either the probability variation state or the time-short state.

  (45) In the embodiment described above, the acceptance period of the non-public operation shown in step S815 of FIG. 24 is a period during which the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is reset, that is, a non-fluctuation period. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the reception period for the non-public operation may be started after the demonstration effect is started after a predetermined time has elapsed since the non-change period. Further, the demonstration effect may be terminated when the launch of the game ball is detected during the demonstration effect. Even in this case, if it is a non-variable period, it may be a period for accepting private operations.

  (46) In the embodiment described above, the volume of the song that is changing is controlled to be smaller than the volume of the song that is making a big hit when the song that is making a big hit is output even during the change. In addition to this, or in addition to this, when a lamp effect having the same light emission pattern as the lamp effect during the big hit is also executed during the change, the luminance of the lamp effect during the change is changed to the brightness of the lamp effect during the big hit. You may make it lower than.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the effect is executed using the same sound data during the variation display of the effect symbol and after the derivation display of the display result, the volume after the derivation display which is disadvantageous for the player is The volume may be controlled to be smaller than the volume during the variable display that is advantageous to the user. In addition to this, or in addition to this, when the presentation is executed using the same ramp data during the presentation symbol variation display and after the display result derivation display, the luminance after the derivation display is disadvantageous for the player. May be controlled to be lower than the luminance during the variable display, which is advantageous for the player.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first special symbol which is disadvantageous to the player is used when the presentation is performed using the same sound data during the variation display of the first special symbol and during the variation display of the second special symbol. The volume during the variable display may be controlled to be smaller than the volume during the variable display of the second special symbol that is advantageous to the player. In addition to this, or in addition to this, when the presentation is executed using the same ramp data during the variation display of the first special symbol and during the variation display of the second special symbol, the second disadvantageous for the player The luminance during the variable display of the one special symbol may be controlled to be lower than the luminance during the variable display of the second special symbol which is advantageous for the player.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the player performs an effect using the same sound data in the first specific game state such as during 16R probability variable big hit and the second specific game state such as during 8R normal big hit, the player can You may control so that the volume in an unfavorable 2nd specific gaming state may be made smaller than the volume in the 1st specific gaming state advantageous to a player. In addition to this, or in addition to this, the second specific gaming state, which is disadvantageous for the player, when the rendering is executed using the same ramp data in the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state The inside brightness may be controlled to be lower than the brightness during the first specific gaming state advantageous to the player.

  In the above-described embodiment, an effect is executed using the same sound data in the first high frequency state such as 100 high bass states and the second high frequency state such as 30 high base states. In this case, the volume during the second high-frequency state, which is disadvantageous for the player, may be controlled to be lower than the volume during the first high-frequency state, which is advantageous for the player. In addition to this, or in addition to this, a second disadvantageous disadvantage for the player when the presentation is executed using the same ramp data during the first high-frequency state and during the second high-frequency state The luminance during the high frequency state may be controlled to be lower than the luminance during the first high frequency state that is advantageous to the player.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first period in which the first notice effect such as the intro notice during the variable display is executed and the second period in which the second notice effect such as the song reach is executed. When an effect is executed using the same sound data, the volume of the first period that is disadvantageous for the player may be controlled to be smaller than the volume of the second period that is advantageous for the player. In addition to this, or separately from this, when the presentation is executed using the same ramp data in the first period and the second period, the luminance of the first period, which is disadvantageous for the player, The brightness may be controlled to be lower than the luminance in the second period that is advantageous to the user.

  (47) As the present embodiment, a gaming machine that pays out game media to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is You may employ | adopt the enclosure type game machine which adds a game point (score), without paying out at hand. The enclosed game machine has a circulation path for circulating a plurality of balls, which are examples of game media, in the game machine, and is provided with a storage unit for storing game points. The game points are added to the storage unit, the game points are subtracted from the storage unit in response to the ball launching operation, and the game points are added to the storage unit in response to the occurrence of a prize.

  Such a sealed game machine may be provided with a function of counting game points and transmitting the counting result to a card unit as an example of a recording medium processing device (game device). In this case, it is desirable to provide counting operation means (counting button) for instructing counting of game points in the enclosed game machine. For example, the counting result of the game points is converted into “score points” and directly recorded on “recording medium carried by the player” such as a member card inserted (accepted) in the card unit. Alternatively, the score management server connected to the card unit manages the card ID recorded on the recording medium, and transmits the counting result from the card unit to the score management server. You may make it memorize | store a player's score.

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

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine, 8a 1st special symbol display, 8b 2nd special symbol display, 9 production | presentation display device, 13 1st start winning opening, 14 2nd starting winning opening, 20 special variable winning ball apparatus, 20A big winning Mouth LED, 27 Speaker, 31 Game control board (main board), 56 CPU, 70 Audio output board, 560 Game control microcomputer, 80 effect control board, 100 effect control microcomputer, 101 effect control CPU, 109 VDP .

Claims (1)

A game machine capable of variable display of the first identification information and the second identification information capable of identifying each, and controlling to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed,
First control means for controlling an effect by the first effect device;
Second control means for controlling an effect produced by a second effect device different from the first effect device,
Advantages differ between the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information,
While the first control means controls the effect by the first effect device in the same manner during variable display of the first identification information and variable display of the second identification information,
The gaming machine, wherein the second control means controls the presentation by the second presentation device in a different manner during the variable display of the first identification information and during the variable display of the second identification information.

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