JP2016083304A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of attracting the attention of players on a display mode of a reservation display even after the display mode of the reservation display was changed.SOLUTION: Read-ahead notice presentation performance means can change, during one variable display, a display mode of a reservation display in reservation storage to a different display mode for a plurality of number of times. Action presentation performance means can perform an action presentation in a plurality of presentation modes, and during one variable display can perform a plurality of the action presentations. A rate in which a display mode of a reservation display in reservation storage changes to a different display mode for a plurality of number of times during one variable display is different corresponding to a combination of presentation modes in the plurality of the action presentations.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 25

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous state that is advantageous for a player when a specific display result predetermined as a display result is derived and displayed by performing variable display.

  As a conventional gaming machine, a variable display is performed when a game ball wins a winning area such as a winning opening provided in the gaming area, and a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display. Is a gaming machine that controls the gaming state to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and stores a variable display that has not yet been started as a hold memory, and displays each of the hold memories as a hold display. There is something. As such a gaming machine, the display result of the variable display that has not been started yet stored as the hold memory is determined, and the display mode of the hold display is set to 1 every time the variable display is executed according to the determination result. There is one that changes each time (for example, see Patent Document 1).

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  However, in Patent Document 1, once the display mode of the hold display changes, the display mode of the hold display does not change until the next variable display is executed. There is a problem that can not be paid attention again.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of causing a player to pay attention to the display mode of the hold display even after the display mode of the hold display has changed. And

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, a gaming machine according to claim 1 of the present invention provides:
A gaming machine (for example, controllable to an advantageous state (for example, jackpot gaming state) advantageous to the player when a predetermined display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed as a display result by performing variable display A pachinko machine 1),
A determination means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes special symbol normal processing) for determining whether or not to enter the advantageous state before the display result is derived and displayed;
With respect to the variable display that has not yet been started, a hold storage means (for example, a hold storage specifying information storage area, a first hold storage buffer, a second hold storage buffer) that can be stored as a hold storage,
A hold display means for displaying each hold storage stored in the hold storage means as a hold display (for example, executing the hold display update process after the effect control CPU 120 executes S67113a or S67115 in the prefetch effect determination process) And the portion displaying the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 5D),
About the hold memory memorize | stored in the said hold memory means, before the variable display based on this hold memory is started, the said specific display result is derived | led-out by the variable display based on this hold memory, and is controlled to the said advantageous state. Pre-start determination means for determining whether or not (for example, a portion in which the CPU 103 determines whether or not the random R is a jackpot determination value in S220 of the winning determination process);
Based on the determination result of the pre-start determination means, the holding display of the holding storage is different from a normal mode (for example, a circular display mode) in a special mode (for example, a first special mode triangle, a second special mode square, 3 special mode star shape and 4th special mode heart shape), the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the reserved memory, and is controlled to the advantageous state. The pre-reading notice effect execution means that can be executed before the variable display based on the hold memory is started (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the pre-reading effect determination process S67104 to S67114h for the hold display). Update part), and
Action effect executing means capable of executing an action effect acting on the hold display when the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory is displayed in the special mode (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs prefetch effect determination processing S67114e) After executing S1811c to S1815 of the effect symbol variation start process and S1845 of the effect symbol variation process),
With
The pre-reading notice effect executing means can change the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory to a different display mode a plurality of times during one variable display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs pre-read effect determination processing). A portion in which the number of changes in the hold display mode to be prefetched in S67114b is determined from once and twice),
The action effect executing means includes a plurality of effect modes (for example, a first effect mode in which a black arrow flies from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 and a white arrow from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. The effect effect can be executed in two effect modes, and a plurality of the effect effects can be executed during one variable display (for example, in the step S67114e or S67114h of the effect control CPU 120 for the prefetch effect determination process, (The part which determines the suggestion production pattern including the 1st production mode and the 2nd production mode from pattern 11-pattern 14 or pattern 21-pattern 23),
The rate at which the display mode of the hold display in the hold storage changes to a different display mode a plurality of times during one variable display varies depending on the combination of the plurality of effect modes. When both are in the first effect mode (pattern 11 and pattern 21), the ratio of the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changing twice is the lowest, and the effect mode effect mode is both in the second effect mode. (Pattern 14) has the highest rate of change in the display mode of the pre-read target hold display twice)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, even if the display mode of the hold display changes once during one change, the display mode of the hold display may change further during the change, so the display mode of the hold display changes multiple times. The player's expectation can be maintained, and the ratio of the display mode of the pending display changes a plurality of times depending on the combination of the effect mode effect modes. In addition, it is possible to draw attention to the player and to improve the gaming interest.

A gaming machine according to claim 2 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
When the variable display is started, the variable display corresponding display means capable of displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display as the variable display corresponding display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 determines the winning determination result in S1800b of the effect symbol variation start process) A portion that displays the consumption pending display in the consumption pending active display area 5F by executing the consumption pending display update process after shifting the contents of the entry (No1) of the storage buffer to the active display storage buffer;
Based on the start of the variable display, display mode determining means for determining whether or not to change the display mode of the variable display corresponding display (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control executes S1806e of the effect symbol change start process). Part) and
It is characterized by having.
According to this feature, the variable display corresponding display can be displayed in an appropriate display mode based on the determination result of the variable display mode determining means.

A gaming machine according to means 1 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein
The prefetching notice effect executing means changes the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory to a different display mode a plurality of times (for example, the display mode change of the prefetch target hold display in S67114b of the prefetch effect determining process by the effect control CPU 120) When the number of times is determined to be two), the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory is changed to different display modes a plurality of times between the start of the change display and the end of the change display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 generates the effect) The part which performs S1846c-S1848 of the process during symbol variation)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, the display mode of the hold display may change a plurality of times during the change display except the start of the change display and the end of the change display, so that the player is focused on the hold display during the change display. be able to.

The gaming machine of means 2 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 1, claim 2 or means 1,
The pre-reading notice effect executing means can execute a plurality of changes during one variable display of the display mode of the hold display in the hold storage at any one of a plurality of timings (for example, a modified example) As shown as 3, a part that determines the timing of 2 for changing the display mode of the prefetch target from the timing of 3 or more from the start of the variable display),
The ratio at which the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage and is controlled to the advantageous state varies depending on the timing at which the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage changes a plurality of times ( For example, as shown as Modification 3, the determination ratio for determining the timing 2 from three or more timings depends on whether the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage of the hold display of the prefetch target is a big hit or not. Different part)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the timing at which the hold display changes a plurality of times, so that it is possible to improve the gaming interest.

The gaming machine of means 3 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to any one of claim 1, claim 2, means 1, and means 2,
The ratio at which the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage and is controlled to the advantageous state is changed a plurality of times while the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage is 1 variable display. Depending on the number of times (for example, when the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes twice during one variable display (when multiple display is performed during one variable display), the pre-read target during one variable display Compared with the case where the display mode of the hold display changes only once (when the change display does not change more than once during one change display), the display result of the change display is a big hit)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the number of times of variable display in which the hold display changes a plurality of times, so that it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

  In addition, this invention may have only the invention specific matter described in the claim of this invention, and has a structure other than this invention specific matter with the invention specific matter described in the claim of this invention. It may be a thing.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko gaming machine in the example from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). 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 a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the determination result designation command at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a winning time determination 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 special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch effect determination processing. (A) is explanatory drawing which shows a prefetch effect execution determination table, (B) is explanatory drawing which shows a final display mode determination table. (A) is explanatory drawing which shows the prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of a hit, (B) is explanatory drawing which shows the prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of a loss. (A) is explanatory drawing which shows a change timing display mode change frequency determination table, (B) is explanatory drawing which shows a route destination display mode determination table, (C) determined the display mode change frequency to 2 times. It is explanatory drawing which shows the change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table used in the case, (D) is explanatory drawing which shows the change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table used when the display mode change frequency is determined once. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. (A) is explanatory drawing which shows a non-change timing suggestion effect execution determination table, (B) is explanatory drawing which shows a non-change timing suggestion effect mode determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a re-lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of prefetching production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of prefetching production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of prefetching production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of prefetching production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of prefetching production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the change of the display mode of a consumption pending | holding display. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of the prefetch effect in the modification 1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production | presentation aspect of the prefetch effect in the modification 2.

  A mode for carrying out a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described below based on examples.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front. In addition, the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment is an opposing surface that faces the player when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is viewed from the player side. In the description of each step in the flowchart according to the present embodiment, for example, a portion indicated as “step S1” may be abbreviated as “S1”.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame 3 attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame 3 includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanical parts and the like are attached, and various parts (to be described later) attached to them. And the game board 2).

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

  A stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by the player is attached to a member forming the surplus ball tray, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the surplus ball tray (for example, the central portion of the lower plate). ing. The stick controller 31A includes an operation stick that the player holds, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation stick (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator is hooked when the player holds the operation stick). Yes. The trigger button can be operated in a predetermined direction by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) in a state where the player holds the operation stick of the stick controller 31A with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). What is necessary is just to be comprised. A trigger sensor that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push / pull operation on the trigger button may be built in the operation rod.

  A controller sensor unit 35 </ b> A for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the body of the surplus ball tray at the lower part of the stick controller 31 </ b> A. For example, the controller sensor unit includes two transmission type photosensors (parallel sensor pairs) arranged in parallel to the board surface of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation bowl when viewed from the player side facing the pachinko gaming machine 1. ) And two transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pairs) that are arranged on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player side and perpendicular to the surface of the game board 2. What is necessary is just to be comprised including the sensor.

  The member that forms the upper plate includes, for example, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 31A). Is provided. The push button 31B only needs to be configured to be able to detect the pressing operation from the player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 35B that detects a pressing operation performed by the player on the push button 31B may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 31B is installed.

  An effect display device 5 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area. On the display screen of the effect display device 5, there is an effect symbol display area for performing a change display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the change display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 5 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect symbol display area includes, for example, symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R for variably displaying three decorative (effect) effect symbols “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, but the position of the symbol display area is not fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 5. Alternatively, the three areas of the symbol display area may be separated. The effect display device 5 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12. When the first special symbol display device 4A is executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control CPU 120 causes the effect display device 5 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol is displayed. When the display of the second special symbol is executed on the display device 4B, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 5 along with the change display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped.

  On the right side of the effect display device 5 in the game board 2, a first special symbol display device (first variation display means) 4A for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. In the present embodiment, the first special symbol display device 4A is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of displaying numbers 0 to 9 in a variable manner. That is, the first special symbol display device 4A is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9. A second special symbol display device (second variation display means) 4B for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is provided on the right side of the upper portion of the effect display device 5 in the game board 2. The second special symbol display device 4B is realized by a simple and small display device (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display device 4B is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9.

  In the present 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 device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be configured to variably display, for example, a number (or a two-digit symbol) of 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 display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be collectively referred to as a special symbol display device.

  In this embodiment, a case where two special symbol display devices 4A and 4B are provided is shown, but the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol display device.

  In the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition which is the execution condition of the variation display is satisfied (for example, the game ball is placed in the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening). After the winning), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0, the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed, and the big hit The game is started on the basis that the game has not been executed), and when the variable display time (variable time) has elapsed, a display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  Below the effect display device 5, a winning device 6A having a first start winning port is provided. The game ball won in the first start winning opening is led to the back of the game board 2 and detected by the first start opening switch 22A.

  Further, below the winning device 6A having the first starting winning opening (first starting opening), a variable winning ball device 6B having a second starting winning opening capable of winning a game ball is provided. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) is guided to the back of the game board 2 and detected by the second start opening switch 22B. The variable winning ball apparatus 6B is opened by a solenoid 81. When the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning opening (easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In a state where the variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening than the first starting winning opening. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 6B is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening. In the state where the variable winning ball device 6B is in the closed state, the winning ball may be difficult (that is, the gaming ball is difficult to win) although it is difficult to win.

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

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball device 6B that opens and closes only the second starting prize opening is provided, but the first starting prize opening and the second starting prize opening are provided. Any of these may be provided with a variable winning ball apparatus that performs an opening and closing operation.

  When the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading toward the variable winning ball device 6B is extremely easy to win the second start winning port. The first start winning opening is provided immediately below the effect display device 5, but the interval between the lower end of the effect display device 5 and the first start winning port is further narrowed, or around the first start winning port. The nail is arranged densely or the nail arrangement around the first start winning opening makes it difficult to guide the game ball to the first starting winning opening, and the winning rate of the second starting winning opening is the first start. You may make it make it higher than the winning rate of a winning opening.

  In the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A, four effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening, that is, the first reserved memory number (the reserved memory is also referred to as the start memory or the start prize memory) are displayed. A first hold display section 25A made of a display (for example, LED) is provided. The first hold display unit 25A increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, every time the variable display on the first special symbol display device 4A is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one. For example, this is realized by executing a display control process in a display control process (S22) of a timer interrupt process to be described later.

  At the bottom of the second special symbol display device 4B, a second hold display section 25B comprising four indicators (for example, LEDs) for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second hold display unit 25B increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. And whenever the fluctuation | variation display in the 2nd special symbol display apparatus 4B is started, the number of the indicators to light is reduced by one. For example, this is realized by executing a display control process in a display control process (S22) of a timer interrupt process to be described later.

  In addition, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 5, a total pending storage display unit 5 </ b> D that displays the total number (total pending memory count) that is the sum of the first reserved memory count and the second reserved memory count is provided. ing. In the present embodiment, on the total hold storage display unit 5D, the hold displays corresponding to the first hold memory and the second hold memory are displayed side by side in the order of winning in the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening. In addition, it may be made to display in the aspect which can recognize whether it is the 1st reservation memory or the 2nd reservation memory in sum total storage memory display part 5D (for example, the 1st reservation memory is displayed in red) The second reserved memory may be displayed in blue). In addition, instead of the total reserved memory display unit 5D, a first reserved memory display unit that displays the first reserved memory number and a second reserved memory display unit that displays the second reserved memory number may be provided. Good.

  Further, on the left side of the summed hold storage display unit 5D on the display screen of the effect display device 5, there is provided a display area of a consumption hold active display area 5F for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display being executed as a consumption hold display. It has been.

  The effect display device 5 is for decoration (effect) during the variable display time of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A and during the variable display time of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B. The display of the effect symbol as a symbol is displayed. The variation display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the variation display of the effect symbol in the effect display device 5 are synchronized. In addition, the change display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B and the change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 5 are synchronized. Synchronous means that the start point and end point of variable display are substantially the same (may be exactly the same) and the period of variable display is substantially the same (may be exactly the same). Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A, and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the effect display device 5 reminds the player of the jackpot symbol. The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes an opening / closing plate, and when a specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A, and on the second special symbol display device 4B, a specific display result (big hit symbol) When the open / close plate is controlled to be opened by the solenoid 82 in a specific game state (a 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.

  An ordinary symbol display device 20 is provided on the left side of the effect display device 5 in the game board 2. The normal symbol display device 20 includes, for example, a 7-segment display similar to the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, a dot matrix LED, and the like, and includes a plurality of types of identification information called normal symbols. Display fluctuating.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 41 and is detected by the gate switch 21, the display variation display of the normal symbol display device 20 is started. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined number of times. That is, the state of the variable winning ball device 6B is changed from a disadvantageous state to a player to a state where the game ball can be won at the second starting winning opening when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. Change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display device 20, a normal hold display section 25 </ b> C having four indicators (for example, LEDs) for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 41 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 41, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 21, the normal holding display unit 25C increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display device 20 is started, the number of indicators that are lit is reduced by one. Further, in the probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as compared to the normal state is high, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variable winning ball apparatus 6B The opening time becomes longer and the number of opening times is increased. That is, the game ball is controlled to be in a high base state that is controlled so as to make it easier for the game ball to start and win (that is, the execution condition of the variable display in the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B and the effect display device 5 is easily established). Transition. Further, in this embodiment, even in the short time state (the gaming state in which the special symbol variation display time is shortened), the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B becomes longer and the number of times of opening is increased.

  The variable winning ball apparatus 6B does not extend the time for which the variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), but shifts to the normal symbol probability changing state in which the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 becomes a winning symbol is increased. Depending on the situation, the high base state may be entered. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 becomes a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined number of times. In this case, by controlling the transition to the normal symbol probability changing state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 6B 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 6B are increased, and a state in which a start winning is easily made (high base state) is obtained. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 6B are increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol or when 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 (variation display period) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display device 20 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 6B is opened increases, and the start winning state becomes easy (high base state).

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

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

  Around the game area of the game board 2, there is provided a game effect lamp 9 blinking and displayed during the game, and at the lower part there is an outlet for taking in a hit ball that has not won. In addition, two speakers 8R and 8L that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a drive motor in response to a player operating a ball striking operation handle, and uses the rotational force of the drive motor to launch a game ball into the game area. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area, and then descends the game area. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening and is detected by the first start opening switch 22A, if the variation display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, the first The first special symbol display device 4A starts the variation display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device 5 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  If the game ball enters the second start winning opening and is detected by the second start opening switch 22B, if the variation display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, the start condition Is established), the second special symbol display device 4B starts the variation display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 5 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the change display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 11. FIG. 2 also shows the effect control board 12 and the like. A game control microcomputer 100 (corresponding to game control means) 100 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 11. The game control microcomputer 100 includes a ROM 101 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 102 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 103 for performing control operations according to the program, and an I / O port 105. Including. In this embodiment, the ROM 101 and the RAM 102 are built in the game control microcomputer 100. That is, the game control microcomputer 100 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer may include at least the RAM 103 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101 may be external or internal. The I / O port 105 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 100 further incorporates a random number circuit 104 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 101. Therefore, hereinafter, the game control microcomputer 100 (or CPU 103) executes (or performs processing). Specifically, the CPU 103 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 11.

  The random number circuit 104 is a hardware circuit used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a big hit based on the display result of the special symbol variation display. The random number circuit 104 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 104 selects and sets a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit selection selection 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 100 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 100 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 101 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 100). The numerical data obtained in this way is set as the initial value of the numerical data that the random number circuit 104 updates. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 104 can be further improved.

  The game control microcomputer 100 reads numerical data as random R from the random number circuit 104 when a start winning to the first start port switch 22A or the second start port switch 22B occurs, and starts to change the special symbol and the effect symbol Sometimes it is determined whether or not to make a big hit display result as a specific display result based on the random R, that is, whether or not to make a big hit. Then, when it is determined to be a big hit, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state advantageous to the player.

  The RAM 102 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 board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 is saved for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply cannot be supplied because the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged). In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (the value of the special symbol process flag or the total pending storage number counter) and the data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 102 is backed up.

  A reset signal (not shown) from the power supply board is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 100. A reset circuit for generating a reset signal supplied to the game control microcomputer 100 or the like is mounted on the power supply board. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 100 or the like becomes operable, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 100 or the like becomes inoperative. Therefore, an allowable signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 100 or the like is output during a period when the reset signal is at a high level, and a game control microcomputer is output when the reset signal is at a low level. An operation stop signal for stopping the operation of 100 or the like is output. Note that the reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (a board on which a microcomputer for controlling the electric parts is mounted).

  Furthermore, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board has dropped below a predetermined value is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 100. That is, the power supply board monitors the voltage value of a predetermined voltage (for example, DC30V or DC5V) used in the gaming machine, and when the voltage value decreases to a predetermined value (the power supply voltage is reduced). A power supply monitoring circuit that outputs a power-off signal indicating that). Further, a clear signal (not shown) indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 100.

  In addition, a switch circuit 110 for providing detection signals from the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, the count switch 23, and the out ball switch 24 to the game control microcomputer 100 is also mounted on the main board 11. Has been. Also, a solenoid circuit 111 for driving a solenoid 81 for opening / closing the variable winning ball apparatus 6B and a solenoid 82 for opening / closing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 for forming a special winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 100 is also provided. 11 is mounted. Further, an information output circuit (not shown) for outputting an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 11.

  In the present embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control CPU 120) mounted on the effect control board 12 directs the contents of the effect from the game control microcomputer 100 via the relay board 15. A command is received and display control with the production | presentation display apparatus 5 which carries out the variable display of the production | presentation symbol is performed.

  The effect control board 12 is equipped with an effect control CPU 120 and a RAM 122. The RAM 122 may be externally attached. In the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 operates in accordance with a program stored in the internal or external ROM 121, and an acquisition signal (effect control INT signal) from the main board 11 input via the relay board 15. The production control command is received according to In addition, the effect control CPU 120 causes the display control unit 123 to perform display control of the effect display device 5 based on the effect control command.

  In addition, the RAM 122 included in the effect control CPU 120 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage unit, part of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part of the content of the RAM included in the effect control CPU 120 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). Is done. In particular, at least data indicating the game state (probability change state flag and time reduction state flag described later) is stored in the backup RAM. However, in the present embodiment, the value of the time-short time counter for counting the number of fluctuations after the shift to the time-short state described later is not stored in the backup RAM.

  In the present embodiment, a display control unit 123 that performs display control of the effect display device 5 in cooperation with the effect control CPU 120 is mounted on the effect control board 12. The display control unit 123 has an address space independent of the effect control CPU 120, and maps the VRAM there. The VRAM is a buffer memory for expanding image data generated by the display control unit 123. Then, the display control unit 123 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the effect display device 5.

  The effect control CPU 120 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is for storing character image data displayed on the effect display device 5, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols) in advance. The effect control CPU 120 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the display control unit 123. The display control unit 123 performs display control based on the data input from the effect control CPU 120.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal input from the relay board 15 are first input to an input driver (not shown) on the effect control board 12. As a signal direction regulating means, the signal input from the main board 11 is allowed to pass through the relay board 15 only in the direction toward the effect control board 12 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 12 to the relay board 15). The unidirectional circuit is installed.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 outputs a signal for driving the LED to the lamp control board 14 via an output port (not shown). Further, the effect control CPU 120 outputs the sound number data to the sound control board 13 via the output port.

  In the lamp control board 14, a signal for driving the LED is input to an LED driver (not shown). The LED driver supplies a drive signal to the game effect lamp 9 provided on the game board side. When a light emitter other than the LED is provided, a drive circuit (driver) for driving the light emitter is mounted on the lamp control board 14.

  In the voice control board 13, the sound number data is input to a voice synthesis IC (not shown) via an input driver. The voice synthesis IC generates voice and sound effects according to the sound number data and outputs them to the amplifier circuit. The amplifier circuit outputs to the speakers 8R and 8L audio signals obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume. Control data corresponding to the sound number data is stored in the sound data ROM connected to the speech synthesis IC. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data showing the output form of the sound effect or sound in a time series in a predetermined period (for example, the changing period of the effect design).

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 102 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, the process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  CPU103 which performed such game control main processing will perform the timer interruption process of S20-S34 shown in FIG. 10, if the interruption request signal from CTC is received and an interruption request | requirement is received. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal has been output (whether or not an on-state has been turned on) is executed (S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when a power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a decrease in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when the CPU 103 detects that the power-off signal is output, the CPU 103 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals of the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 are input via the switch circuit 110, and the state determination thereof is performed (switch processing: S21).

  Next, the CPU 103 performs display control of the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the normal symbol display device 20, the first hold display unit 25A, the second hold display unit 25B, and the normal hold display unit 25C. A display control process is performed (S22). For the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20, a control for outputting a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in S32 and S33. Execute.

  Further, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each random number for determination such as a random number for normal symbol determination used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: S23). The CPU 103 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: S24, S25).

  Further, the CPU 103 performs special symbol process processing (S26). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, the normal symbol process is performed (S27). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 103 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display device 20 in a predetermined order. The CPU 103 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 103 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control CPU 120 (effect control command control process: S28).

  Further, the CPU 103 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S29).

  Further, the CPU 103 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 (S30). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to winning detection based on any one of the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B 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 a ball payout device (not shown) in response to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 103 is responsible for the solenoid on / off in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. Is output to the output port (S31: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 103 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in an output buffer for setting special symbol display control data in accordance with the value of the special symbol process flag ( S32). For example, if the variation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag set in the special symbol process is set, the CPU 103, for example, every 0.2 seconds passes. Then, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one. Further, the CPU 103 outputs a drive signal in S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol and the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. 2 Executes the variable display of special symbols.

  Further, the CPU 103 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 ( S33). For example, if the normal symbol change speed is such that the display state is switched every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag related to the normal symbol change is set, the CPU 103 sets the value to 0. Every time 2 seconds elapse, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is switched. In addition, the CPU 103 executes a normal symbol effect display on the normal symbol display device 20 by outputting a drive signal in S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S34), and the process ends. With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes of S21 to S33 (excluding S29) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed in the main process. It may be executed.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the effect display device 5, the variation display state of the effect symbol is changed after the effect symbol variation display 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 variation display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a “non-reach” (also referred to as “normal shift”) variation display mode in a case where the variation display result is a loss symbol.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the effect display device 5, the variation display state of the effect symbol is changed after the effect symbol variation display 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 variation display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variation display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach disengagement”) when the variation display result is “out of”.

  In the present embodiment, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, the reach effect is executed after the change display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Finally, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are all stopped and displayed.

  When “5”, which is a small hit, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, the variation display mode of the effect symbol is “suddenly probable big hit” on the effect display device 5. In the same manner as in the case where the effect symbol is displayed, a predetermined small hit symbol (same as the sudden probability variable big hit symbol, for example, “135”) may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 5 corresponding to the fact that “5”, which is the small hit symbol, is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B is referred to as a “small hit” variable display mode. .

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

  FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, the variation display result is “out of” and the variation display mode of the effect symbol does not involve the reach state. It is prepared. In addition, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result is “out of” and the variation display mode of the effect symbol is accompanied by the reach state, normal variation, pseudo-ream 1 normal failure, super failure, pseudo-ream 2 super failure and pseudo-ream Three supermarkets are prepared. Note that, as shown in FIG. 3, in the variation pattern accompanied with the effect of the pseudo-continuous, when the pseudo-continuous 1 normal deviation is used, the re-variation is performed once. In addition, in the variation pattern accompanied with the effect of the pseudo-continuous, when the deviation from the super-continuous 2 super is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, in the case of using the deviation from the pseudo-continuation 3 supermarket among the variation patterns accompanied with the effect of the pseudo-continuation, the re-variation is performed three times. Here, re-variation means that the effect symbol variation display is executed again after temporarily halting the effect symbol that is temporarily off from the start of the effect symbol variation display until the display result is derived and displayed. . Also, among the variation patterns shown in FIG. 3, the shortened non-reach deviation is a variation pattern for shortening that has a shorter variation time than the non-reach deviation provided corresponding to the non-reach deviation.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result of the special symbol is a normal big hit or a probable big hit is given as a normal pattern, a pseudo-unit per unit, a super unit, a pseudo-unit 2 Per supermarket and per 3 super-ream supermarkets are prepared. In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, in the case of using one normal per pseudo-continuation among the variation patterns accompanied with the effect of the pseudo-continuous, the re-variation is performed once. In addition, among the variation patterns accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the per-ream 2 supermarket is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Further, among the variation patterns accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when using the per-ream 3 supermarket, the re-variation is performed three times.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, special hits are prepared as fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the fluctuation display result of special symbols suddenly changes to a big hit or a small hit.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time in the case of super reach with pseudo-ream (three times)). Is fixed at 40 seconds, and in the case of super reach without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 25 seconds). The variation time may be varied according to the number of memories. 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, separate tables are prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4 are used. A variation pattern determination table may be prepared), and a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number to vary the variation time.

  Further, in this embodiment, the variation time is different between the case where the gaming state is the normal state and the case where the game state is the short time state (in the example shown in FIG. The determination value is set so that the ratio of “shortening non-reach out of shortening”, which has a short variation time compared to other variation patterns, is set as shown in FIG. Even in the normal state (or in the short time state), the variation time may be different (that is, the rate of selection of a variation pattern with a short variation time is different) according to the total number of pending storages. For example, the variation time may be shortened (that is, the rate at which a variation pattern having a short variation time is selected increases) as the total number of pending storage increases. Further, for example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time is varied according to the number of the first reserved memory (that is, the ratio at which the variable pattern with the short variable time is selected is varied). Alternatively, in the case of performing the variation display of the second special symbol, the variation time is varied according to the second reserved memory number (that is, the proportion of variation patterns having a short variation time is selected). You may do it. In this case, separate tables are prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4 are used. A variation pattern determination table may be prepared), and a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number to vary the variation time.

  When configured to use a different variation pattern determination table depending on the number of reserved storage, for example, the variation pattern determination table used when the display result is out of order and the total number of reserved storage is 3 or more is Compared to the variation pattern determination table used when the number of memories is 0 to 2, determination values are assigned so that the ratio of reach (normal reach, super reach) is reduced. In addition, the variation pattern determination table used when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more has a determination value that increases the rate at which “shortened non-reach out” is selected that has a shorter variation time than other variation patterns. Is set. As a result, the average fluctuation time can be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases, and the situation in which the fluctuation display operating rate is reduced can be prevented as much as possible.

  In addition, there are specific effects (for example, super reach) in the variation pattern determination table used when the total number of reserved storage is 3 or more and the variation pattern determination table used when the total number of stored storage is 0-2. ) Is assigned a common determination value (for example, 950 to 997). Therefore, regardless of the total number of pending storages (that is, even if the variation pattern determination table to be used is different), if the value of the extracted random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) is confirmed at the time of start winning, a specific effect (for example, It can be easily determined in advance whether or not it is accompanied by (super reach). Therefore, it is possible to notify that a specific effect (for example, super reach) accompanies the change display corresponding to the start winning prize (for example, an effect control command indicating that is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120). It is realized by executing an effect such as a pre-reading effect in the effect control CPU 120 that has received the effect control command), and the interest in the game can be improved.

  In addition, although the case where the allocation of the determination value is different is shown for two types of the total pending storage number being 0 to 2 or 3 or more, for example, according to the total pending storage number Further, the assignment may be changed in a stepwise manner. In this case, for example, the fluctuation pattern determination table for the total pending storage number 0, 1 and the fluctuation pattern determination table for the total pending storage number 2, the total pending storage number 3 and the total pending storage number 4 May be prepared in advance, and determination values may be assigned to fluctuation patterns with reach and fluctuation patterns of shortening fluctuations, and may be varied in stages.

FIG. 4 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 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(3) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(4) 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 determined to be any variation pattern included in the variation pattern determination table using a variation pattern determination random number (random 3).

  In S23 in the game control process shown in FIG. 10, the game control microcomputer 100 counts the counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number (1) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (4). Up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (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 built in the game control microcomputer 100 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 100) is used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 5A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal-time jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 5 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. 5 (A) is set in the probability variation big hit determination table. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 5A is a jackpot determination value.

  5B and 5C are explanatory diagrams showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101 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 shown in FIG. 5B 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. In addition, the numerical values described in FIGS. 5B and 5C are small hit determination values.

  The CPU 103 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 104 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, the special symbol is decided to be a big hit (a normal big hit, a probability variation big hit, and a sudden probability variation big hit described later). Further, when the big hit determination random number value matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 5B and 5C, it is determined to make a small hit for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 5A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the “probability” shown in FIGS. 5B and 5C 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, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state, but stopping in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. It also means determining whether or not the symbol is to be a small hit symbol.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 5B and 5C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/300. On the other hand, when the small hit determination table (second special symbol) is used, a case where the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning is made at the first start winning opening and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the start winning is made at the second starting winning opening and the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where it is executed, the ratio determined as “small hit” is high.

  FIGS. 5D and 5E are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131 a and 131 b stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 5 (D) 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 first start winning opening (that is, when the first special symbol is changed). Jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. FIG. 5 (E) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the stored memory based on the game ball having won the second start winning opening (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). It is a big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b, when it is determined that the variation display result is a jackpot symbol, based on the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type, 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. 5D and 5E, 10 determination values are assigned to the “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (40 minutes). 10 is determined to be a sudden probability variation big hit), whereas the big hit type determination table 131b is assigned three determination values for “sudden probability variation big hit” (at a ratio of 3/40). (Suddenly determined to be a promising big hit) Therefore, in this embodiment, when the start winning is made at the first start winning opening and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the start winning is made at the second starting winning opening and the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where it 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. Note that the determination values set in the table are different from each other and are not assigned redundantly.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 5D and 5E, as the first specific gaming state to which a predetermined amount of game value is given, two rounds of sudden probability change big hit and an amount larger than the game value The case where 15 round big hits (probability big hit or normal big hit) are determined as the second specific gaming state to which the game value is given will be described. However, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the first rate is high. Although the case where it is determined to be in the specific gaming state is shown, the gaming value to be given is not limited to the number of rounds as shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the allowable amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the big winning opening per round is increased as the gaming value is determined. Also good. Further, for example, as compared with the first specific gaming state, the second specific gaming state in which the opening time of the big winning opening per game during the big hit may be determined as the gaming value. In addition, for example, even if the same 15 round big hits, the first specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening once per round and the second specific gaming state that opens the big winning opening multiple times per round It may be prepared to increase the gaming value of the second specific gaming state by substantially increasing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. In this case, for example, in any case of the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when the big winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, all 15 rounds in the case of the first specific gaming state) In the case of the second specific gaming state, there is an undigested round remaining), and it is possible to execute an effect in such a manner as to inquire whether or not the jackpot continues further. And in the case of the first specific gaming state, all the 15 rounds have been finished internally, so the big hit game is finished, and in the case of the second specific gaming state, there remains an undigested round internally. For this reason, the jackpot game may be continued (the effect that the bonus winning opening is additionally started with a bonus after finishing the bonus hit of 15 times).

  In the present embodiment, a mode in which the jackpot gaming state to which a transition is made by deriving and displaying the jackpot symbol is illustrated as a specific gaming state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the specific gaming state For example, a small hit game state that shifts when a small hit symbol is derived and displayed, a probability change state that shifts after the big hit game ends, a short time state, or the like may be used.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 5D and 5E, there are “normal big hit”, “probable big hit” and “suddenly probable big hit” as the big hit types.

  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 also shifts to the short time state). (See S170 and S171 described later). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see S134 described later).

  Further, the “ordinary big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a 15-round big hit gaming state and is not shifted to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state is ended (see S167 described later). Then, after shifting to the time reduction state, the time reduction state is maintained until the execution of the variable symbol special display and the effect symbol display is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) (see S142 to S145 described later). In this embodiment, after the shift to the time reduction state, the time reduction state also ends when a big hit occurs before the execution of the predetermined number of variable displays is ended (see S134 described later).

  In addition, “suddenly promising big hit” is allowed up to a small number of times that the big winning opening is opened compared to “probable big hit” or “normal big hit” (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). It 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 this embodiment, after the two-round jackpot gaming state is completed, the state is shifted to the probability changing state (in this embodiment, the state is shifted to the probability changing state and also to the short time state. See S170 and S171 described later. ). After the transition to the probability variation state, the probability variation state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see S134 described later).

  As described above, in this embodiment, even when “small hit” is reached, the big prize opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds each time, as in the big hit gaming state by “suddenly probable big hit”. Is controlled. 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 (described later). S147 to S151). By doing so, it is made impossible to recognize whether it is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, and the interest of the game is improved.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with 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 103 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 101. The variation pattern determination table is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a random number for random pattern determination (random 3) according to the type of jackpot or gaming state. is there. When the extracted random 3 (1 to 997) value matches the data (determination value) assigned to each variation pattern, the CPU 103 changes the variation pattern to a pattern corresponding to the matching determination value of the variation pattern. decide. In the example shown in FIG. 6, the ratio of determination values assigned to each variation pattern is shown. For example, when it is determined that the variation display result is “out” in the normal gaming state (the “out” field in FIG. 6), the determination value corresponding to the random value 3 (1 to 997) is set. 50% of them are set to the fluctuation pattern “non-reach”. That is, in the example shown in FIG. 6, each value set in the variation pattern determination table has a variation display result of “out of”, “out of phase (short time)”, “normal big hit / probable big hit” or “sudden probable big hit / In the case of “small hit”, the ratio determined to the associated variation pattern is shown.

  As shown in FIG. 6, for example, when it is determined that the variation display result is “out” in the normal gaming state (“out” field in FIG. 6), among a plurality of types of variation patterns, The ratio determined as “non-reach out” is the highest, and the ratio determined as “pseudo-continuous 3 super out” is the lowest. Also, for example, when it is determined that the fluctuation display result is “out” in the time reduction state (the “out (time reduction)” field in FIG. 6), unlike the “out” field, The determination value is assigned such that the ratio of “reach out of shortened non-reach” is high without being determined as “reach out of reach”. By setting in this way, a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time can be easily selected in the short time state.

  In addition, when it is determined that the fluctuation display result is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” (the “normal big hit / probable big hit” field in FIG. 6), The determination values are assigned such that the ratio determined to be “per pseudo-series 3 super” is the highest and the ratio determined to be “per pseudo-normal 1 normal” is the lowest. That is, in the “ordinary big hit / probable big hit” field, the fluctuation pattern having the larger number of pseudo-continuations among the fluctuation patterns accompanied by the pseudo-continuous effects is easily selected. Therefore, in the pseudo-continuous production, the higher the number of pseudo-continuous times, the higher the expectation that the variation display result will be a big hit. In the example shown in FIG. 6, the fluctuation pattern with normal reach (normal deviation, quasi-ream 1 normal deviation, per normal and quasi-ream 1 normal) is a fluctuation pattern with super reach (super detachment, pseudo-ream 2 super deviation). The variation display result is more likely to be selected as “out of” than in the case of quasi-continuous 3 super detachment, per super, quasi-continuous 2 super, and quasi-continuous 3 super). On the other hand, the fluctuation pattern with super reach (super off, quasi-continuous 2 super out, quasi-continuous 3 super out, per super, quasi-continuous 2 super, and quasi-continuous 3 super per) fluctuation pattern with normal reach (normal off) This is more likely to be selected when the fluctuation display result is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” than “pseudo continuous 1 normal deviation, per normal and pseudo continuous 1 normal”. Therefore, in this embodiment, the variation pattern with super reach has a higher expectation that the variation display result will be a big hit than the variation pattern with normal reach.

  In the example shown in FIG. 6, when it is determined that the fluctuation display result is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit” (the “suddenly promising big hit / small hit” field in FIG. 6), The fluctuation pattern is determined as “special hit”.

  FIG. 7 and FIG. 8 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 100. In the example shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (change pattern designation) for designating a change pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 5 in response to the change display of the special symbol. Command) (corresponding to the variation pattern XX, respectively). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 3, there is a variation pattern designation 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 the effect control CPU 120 receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device 5 controls the effect display device 5 to start the effect symbol variation display.

  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 CPU 120 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), so the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

  The command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that the variation display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that the variation 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 the variable display of the first special symbol or the variable display of the second special symbol may be included in the variable pattern designation command.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the effect symbol change display (change) is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control CPU 120 ends the effect symbol variation display (variation) 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 100 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (winning time determination result designation command) indicating the contents of the winning time determination result. In the present embodiment, in the winning determination process (see FIG. 14), which will be described later, the game control microcomputer 100 determines which variation pattern is to be used when starting winning. Then, a value for specifying the variation pattern as the determination result is set in the EXT data of the determination result specifying result command at the time of winning, and control (transmission setting) for transmission to the effect control CPU 120 is performed.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the winning determination result designation command. As shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, a value is set in the EXT data and a winning determination result designation command is transmitted depending on which variation pattern is determined at the time of starting winning. For example, when it is determined that the variation pattern is “out of shortened non-reach” at the time of starting winning at the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port, determination at winning when the EXT data is set to “01 (H)” A result specification command is sent. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variation pattern becomes “special hit” at the time of starting winning at the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, determination at winning is performed by setting “13 (H)” in the EXT data. A result specification command is sent.

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

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation command includes a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start designation 2 designation command, and a small hit / sudden probability sudden change jackpot start designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot. The game control microcomputer 100 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 special winning opening) indicating a display of the number of times (round) indicated by XX while the special winning opening is open. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that the jackpot game is normally a big jackpot (a jackpot end 1 designation command: an ending 1 designation command). is there. Command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that it is a probable big hit (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). is there. Command A 303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) that designates the end of the small hit game or the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 100 may be configured to send an ending designation command for suddenly changing probability big hit end when a sudden big hit is made, but not to send an ending designation command when it is a small hit. Good.

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is a normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state designation command) for designating that the gaming state is a time-short state (not including the probability variation state). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state designation command) for designating that the gaming state is a probability change state.

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

  When the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11, the contents shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 are obtained. Accordingly, the display state of the effect display device 5 is changed, the display state of the lamp is changed, or the sound number data is output to the sound control board 13.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 100 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol every time the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B starts the variation display of the special symbol when there is a start prize. The variation pattern designation command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the effect control CPU 120.

  In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration, 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 production control command, production control command data is output from the main board 11 to the production control board 12 via the relay board 15 by 1 byte by 8 parallel signal lines of the production control signals CD0 to CD7. In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-shaped (rectangular wave-shaped) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 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. 7 and FIG. 8, the variation pattern designation command and the display result designation command are displayed as the variation display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second. An effect that can be used in common with the change display (change) of the effect symbol corresponding to the change of the second special symbol on the special symbol display device 4B, and that produces an effect with the change display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When controlling the effect parts such as the display device 5, the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 to the effect control CPU 120 can be prevented from increasing.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) mounted on the main board 11. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start port switch passing process (S312). Then, any one of S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start port switch 22A or the second start port switch 22B is not turned on, any one of S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes of S300 to S310 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. The game control microcomputer 100 confirms the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved memories) when the special symbol variation display can be started. 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) corresponding to S301. The jackpot flag is cleared when the jackpot game ends.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (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 (variation display time: the time from the start of the variation display until the display result is derived and displayed (stopped display)) is the variation time of the variation display 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 corresponding to S302 (2 in this example).

  Display result designation command transmission process (S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control (transmission setting) for transmitting a display result designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S303 (3 in this example).

  Special symbol changing process (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 S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to S304. Update to the corresponding value (4 in this example).

  Special symbol stop process (S304): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The variable display in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B is stopped and the stopped symbol is derived and displayed. Further, control (transmission setting) for transmitting the symbol confirmation designation command to the CPU 120 for effect control is performed. 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 S305. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S308 (8 in this example). When 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 S300 (in this example, 0). The effect control CPU 120 controls the effect display device 5 to stop the effect symbols when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 100.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (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 82 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S306 (6 in this example). Note that the pre-opening process for the big prize opening is executed for each round, but when starting the first round, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening open process (S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control (transmission setting) for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control CPU 120, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to S305. When all rounds are finished, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (S307): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control for causing the CPU 120 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. 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 S300.

  Small hit release pre-processing (S308): 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 82 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 S309 (9 in this example). Note that the pre-hit release pre-processing is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the small-hit release pre-processing is also a process for starting a small hit game.

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

  Small hit end process (S310): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the CPU 120 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 S300.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in S312. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 103 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 22A is in an ON state (S1211). If the first start port switch 22A is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to S1222. If the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 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). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process proceeds to S1222.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1213) and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1214). In addition, the CPU 103 sets an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second start winning opening. , Data indicating “first” is set (S1215).

  In the present embodiment, when the first start port switch 22A is turned on (that is, when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning port), data indicating “first” is set and the second When the start port switch 22B is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins at the second start winning port), data indicating “second” is set. For example, the CPU 103 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 22A is turned on in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area), 2 When the start port switch 22B is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating “second”. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage, 00 (H) is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

  FIG. 13A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). As shown in FIG. 13A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 13A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 13 (A), an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the starting winning opening. Accordingly, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening is stored. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 102.

  Next, the CPU 103 executes processing for extracting values from the random number circuit 104 and a counter for generating software random numbers and storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 13B) (see FIG. 13B). S1216). In the processing of S1216, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, or a big hit type determination random number (random 1 and a variation pattern determination random number (random 3)) that is a software random number is extracted and stored. Note that the fluctuation pattern determination random number (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start opening switch passage process (at the time of start winning), but the first special symbol fluctuation starts. For example, the game control microcomputer 100 obtains 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. You may make it extract directly.

  FIG. 13B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 13B, 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 the present 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, and a variation pattern. A random number for determination (random 3) is stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 102.

  Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process for determining in advance when starting a winning a change display result and a changing pattern when a change based on the detected starting winning is executed (S1217). Then, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the first reserved memory number designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the value of the first reserved memory number counter, and then the determination result of the winning determination process Based on this, control (transmission setting) for transmitting the winning determination result designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed (S1218).

  Note that by executing the processing of S1218, in this embodiment, the CPU 103, regardless of the gaming state (whether it is a high probability state, a high base state, or a big hit gaming state) Every time a start winning is made at the start winning opening, both the first reserved memory number designation command and the winning determination result designation command are always transmitted to the effect control CPU 120.

  In the present embodiment, the variation display of the first special symbol or the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening. The variable display of either one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be executed with priority. For example, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it is easy to start winning at the second starting winning opening provided with the variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second reserved memory is easily accumulated. The display may be executed with priority. In this case, the process of S1215 can be omitted, and the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) shown in FIG. Further, in this case, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the winning is based on the start winning prize at the first starting winning opening on the condition that it is not in the high base state (when the hourly flag is not set) and is not in the big hit game. Processing (S1217) may be performed. In other words, if the condition is not satisfied, the execution of the winning determination process (S1217) is limited, and a pre-reading effect for notifying that the display result of the specific variable display becomes a big hit or super reach (details will be described later) Yes) may not be executed. In a configuration in which the display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, in a game state in which it is easy to start winning at the second start winning opening, the first special symbol changing display based on the start winning at the first starting winning opening is displayed. Since it may continue to be postponed, even if the pre-reading effect is executed, there is a possibility that a state in which the change display of the pre-reading effect target is not executed easily occurs. However, by limiting the execution of the winning determination process (S1217), it is possible to prevent the pre-reading effect from being executed based on the start winning at the first start winning opening, and avoid such a state. it can. In addition, by limiting the winning determination process during a high base state or a big win game, it is possible to prevent a game from being played in a state where it can be recognized that a stored memory that is a big win is stored. Whether or not a big hit game is being played is confirmed, for example, by the value of a special symbol process flag. In this case, the CPU 103 determines that the big hit game is being played when the value of the special symbol process flag is any one of 5-7. Further, for example, the game control microcomputer 100 side always performs a determination process at the time of winning a prize, and the effect control CPU 120 side determines whether or not it is in a high base state or a big hit game, May be restricted.

  Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second start port switch 22B is on (S1222). If the second start port switch 22B is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 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). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (S1223). 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 103 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1224) and sets the value of the aggregate reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1225). In addition, the CPU 103 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (S1226).

  Next, the CPU 103 executes processing for extracting values from the random number circuit 104 and a counter for generating software random numbers and storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 13B) (see FIG. 13B). S1227). In the processing of S1227, random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, big hit type determination random number (random 1) and variation pattern determination random number (random 3) that are software random numbers are extracted and stored. Stored in the 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 100 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process (S1228). Then, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the second reserved memory number designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the value of the second reserved memory number counter, and then the determination result of the winning determination process Based on this, control (transmission setting) for transmitting the winning determination result designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed (S1229).

  By executing the processing of S1229, in this embodiment, the CPU 103 can execute the second operation regardless of the gaming state (whether it is a high probability state, a high base state, or a big hit gaming state). Every time a start winning is made at the start winning opening, both the second reserved memory number designation command and the winning determination result designation command are always transmitted to the effect control CPU 120.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the winning determination process in S1217 and S1218. In the winning determination process, the CPU 103 first compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in S1216 and S1227 with the normal jackpot determination value shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not to perform (S220). In the present embodiment, at the timing of starting the variation of the special symbol and the production symbol, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, determining the big hit type, or changing the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting processing Separately, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins at the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, before the variable display based on the start winning is started, it is determined at the time of winning. By executing the process, it is confirmed in advance whether any variation pattern is obtained. By doing so, the variation pattern is predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed, and, as will be described later, based on the determination result at the time of winning, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether it is a big hit or super reach. A pre-reading effect is announced to foresee what will happen.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the normal big hit determination value (N in S220), the CPU 103 checks whether or not the probability change flag indicating that the gaming state is the probability change state is set. (S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 103 compares the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227 with the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (S222). It should be noted that there is a possibility that a plurality of variation displays may be executed after confirming whether or not the state is surely changed in S221 at the time of the start winning, until the start of the variation display based on the start winning actually. is there. For this reason, the game state has changed between the time when the winning prize is confirmed in S221 and the time when the fluctuation display based on the starting prize is actually started (for example, before the start of fluctuation). When a probable big hit occurs, the normal state changes to the probable state.) Therefore, the gaming state determined in S221 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation (see S61 to be described later) do not necessarily match.

  If the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change (N in S222), the CPU 103 determines the jackpot determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1216 and S1227, and FIG. The small hit determination value shown in (C) is compared and it is confirmed whether or not they match (S223). In this case, when there is a start winning to the first start winning opening (when the winning determination process (see S1217) is executed in the start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 12), the CPU 103 performs FIG. It is determined whether or not the small hit determination value set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. Further, when there is a start winning at the second start winning opening (when the winning determination process (see S1228) is executed in the start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 12), the small winning shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in the hit determination table (for the second special symbol).

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in S223), the CPU 103 performs a process of determining the current gaming state (S224). In this embodiment, the CPU 103 determines in S224 whether or not the gaming state is a certain change state or a short time state (specifically, whether or not the short time flag is set). It should be noted that a plurality of variable displays are executed after confirming whether or not the state of probability change or short-time state is in S224 at the time of starting winning, until the start of changing display based on the starting winning actually. there is a possibility. For this reason, the game state has changed between the time when the start winning is confirmed in S224 whether or not the state is a probable change state or the time-shortening state and the time when the variable display based on the start winning is actually started (for example, If a probable big hit occurs before the start of fluctuation, the normal state changes to the probable state.) Therefore, the gaming state determined in S224 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of variation (see S61 to be described later) are not necessarily the same.

  Then, the CPU 103 selects a field of the variation pattern determination table according to the determination result of S224 (S225). Specifically, when the CPU 103 determines that the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state, the CPU 103 selects the “displaced (time saving)” field of the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. When it is determined that the gaming state is the normal state, the “missing” field of the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 6 is selected.

  When the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y in S223), the CPU 103 selects the “suddenly probable big hit / small hit” field of the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. (S226).

  When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in S220 or S222, the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in S1216 and S1227. (S227). In this case, when there is a start winning to the first start winning opening (when the winning determination process (see S1217) is executed in the start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 12), the CPU 103 performs FIG. ) Is used to determine whether the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “probable big hit” or “suddenly promiscuous big hit”. When there is a start winning at the second start winning opening (when the winning determination process (see S1228) is executed in the start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 12), the big hit shown in FIG. Using the type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b, it is determined whether the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “probable variation jackpot”, or “sudden probability variation jackpot”.

  Then, the CPU 103 selects a field of the variation pattern determination table according to the jackpot type determined in S227. (S228). Specifically, when the CPU 103 determines “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”, the CPU 103 selects the “normal big hit / probable big hit” field of the variation pattern determination table. If it is determined that “sudden probability change big hit”, the “sudden probability change big hit / small hit” field of the variation pattern determination table is selected.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines a variation pattern using the variation pattern determination table field set in S225, S226, and S228 and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) extracted in S1216 and S1227 (S229).

  Then, the CPU 103 performs processing for setting the determined variation pattern in the winning determination result designation command (S230). Specifically, the CPU 103 assigns any value from “00 (H)” to “51 (H)” as shown in FIG. 9 according to which variation pattern is determined in S229 when winning. Processing for setting the EXT data of the determination result designation command is performed.

  For example, when there is a start winning at the first start winning opening (when the winning determination process (see S1217A) is executed in the start opening switch passing process shown in FIG. 12), “Non-reach” is determined in S229. If it is determined that the variation pattern is to be obtained, a process of setting “02 (H)” to the EXT data of the winning determination result specifying command composed of the MODE data “95 (H)” is performed. If it is determined in S229 that the variation pattern type is “per 3 pseudo-supermarkets”, the EXT data of the winning determination result designation command composed of MODE data “95 (H)” is set to “12 (H)”. ”Is set.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined using the same variation pattern determination table even if the number of reserved storage is different. However, a different variation pattern determination table may be used depending on the number of reserved storage. In this case, for example, it is determined from the random number for determining the variation pattern (or random number for determining the variation pattern type) whether the variation pattern is accompanied by normal reach, super reach, etc. The winning determination result designation command may be transmitted based on a specific variation pattern (for example, a variation pattern for performing a specific reach effect or a variation pattern for a specific number of simulated consecutive times). Sometimes, a winning determination result specifying command indicating the determination result may be transmitted. Further, for example, it may be determined whether the display result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit”, and a winning determination result designation command indicating the determination result may be transmitted.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the total pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the first data among the data set in the pending specific area (see FIG. 13A) is data indicating “first”. (S52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “second”) (N in S52), the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol pointer (first Data indicating “second” is set in a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is performed for the special symbol or the special symbol process is performed for the second special symbol (S54). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first” (Y in S52), the CPU 103 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (S53).

  By executing the processing of S52 to S54, in the present embodiment, according to the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, A special symbol variable display is executed. In this embodiment, when the first special symbol variation display or the second special symbol variation display is executed in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening. However, it may be configured to preferentially execute the variable display of either the first special symbol or the second special symbol. For example, when priority is given to the variable display of the second special symbol, whether or not the second reserved memory number in the second reserved memory number buffer is 1 or more is checked in S52. The process proceeds to S54, and if it is 0, the process proceeds to S53.

  Next, the CPU 103 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 102 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102 (S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 103 determines each random number 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 102. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 103 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 102.

  Then, the CPU 103 decrements the count value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer and shifts the contents of each storage area (S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 103 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1, and in the reserved specific area and the first reserved memory buffer. Shift the contents of each storage area. In addition, 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 reserved specific area and the second reserved memory buffer are shifted. To do.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 103 sets the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 102. Each stored random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory buffer of the RAM 102. The random value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1. In addition, the CPU 103 adds the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total reserved memory number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Store in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = m−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. Further, the order in which the values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the total number of pending storages are extracted always matches the order of the total number of pending storages = 1-8.

  In S56, when 1 is subtracted from the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer in S56, the CPU 103 determines whether the first hold display unit 25A or the second hold is based on the subtracted stored count counter value. Control for changing the display of the display unit 25B is also performed.

  Then, the CPU 103 saves the count value of the total pending storage number counter in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (S57), and then decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (S58). The CPU 103 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 102.

  Further, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission) for transmitting the reserved memory number designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control CPU 120 based on the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer after subtraction. Setting) is performed (S59). In this case, when a value indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the first reserved storage number designation command. When a value indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the second reserved memory number designation command.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. Or data indicating “second” indicating that the process is executed for the second start winning opening, that is, data indicating “second” indicating that the process is executed for the second special symbol. The special symbol pointer is set. 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 S300-S310 can be made common by the case where the 1st special symbol is made object and the case where the 2nd special symbol is made object.

  Next, the CPU 103 reads a random R (random number for jackpot determination) from the random number buffer area and executes the jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 103 uses the jackpot determination random number extracted in S214A of the first starting port switch passing process and S214B of the second starting port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer. Read and jackpot judgment. The big hit determination module compares the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (see FIG. 5) determined in advance with the big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining the big hit or the 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, a jackpot determination table at the time of probability change in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance (a table in which the value on the right side of FIG. 5A in the ROM 101 is set), and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 5A in the ROM 101 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state, and when 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. 5A, the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined to be a big hit (S61), the process proceeds to S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big win gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display device 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 change flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability change state, and is cleared when the probability change 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. Cleared 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 S61), the CPU 103 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 5B and 5C). The small hit judgment 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. 5B and 5C, the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 103 confirms the data indicated by the special symbol pointer. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “first”, the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. ) To determine whether or not to make a small hit. If the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “second”, it is determined whether or not to make a small hit using the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. . If it is determined to be a small hit (S62), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating a small hit (S63), and proceeds to S75.

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

  In S71, the CPU 103 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 (S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 103 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 5D. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 103 selects the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG.

  Next, the CPU 103 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select a type (“normal jackpot”, “probability change”) corresponding to the value of the random number for random determination (random 1) stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit" or "Suddenly probable big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (S73). In this case, the CPU 103 is a jackpot type determination random number extracted in S214A of the first start port switch passing process or S214B of the second start port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer. To determine the type of jackpot. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 5D and 5E, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the rate at which suddenly probable big hits are selected is high.

  Further, the CPU 103 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 102 (S74). For example, when the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type, When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines a stop symbol of the special symbol (S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, “−” which is a loss symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit flag is set, one of “1”, “3”, and “7”, which is a big hit symbol, is determined as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type. That is, when the big hit type is determined to be “suddenly promising big hit”, “1” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “normal big hit” is decided, “3” is decided as a special symbol stop symbol. If “probable big hit” is determined, “7” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the small hit flag is set, “5” as the small hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol.

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

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit flag is set (S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 103 selects the “normal big hit / probable big hit” field of the variation pattern determination table when the big hit type is the normal big hit or the probability variable big hit (Y in S92) ( If the big hit type is not the normal big hit or the probability variation big hit (N in S92), the “suddenly probable big hit / small hit” field of the variation pattern determination table is selected (S94). Then, the process proceeds to S101.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 103 selects the “suddenly probable big hit / small hit” field of the variation pattern determination table (S96). Then, the process proceeds to S101.

  When the small hit flag is not set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the short time flag indicating that the short time state is set (S97). The time reduction flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the time reduction state (including the time of transition to the probability change state), and is cleared when the time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually determined to be a big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit, set in the process of ending the big hit game, and the timing of digesting the number of times or the special symbol changes when it is determined to be a big hit Cleared when the display is finished and the stop symbol is stopped and displayed. If the time reduction flag is set (Y in S97), the CPU 103 selects the “out of phase (time reduction)” field of the variation pattern determination table (S98). Then, the process proceeds to S101.

  If the time reduction flag is not set (N in S97), the CPU 103 selects the “out” field of the variation pattern determination table (S99). Then, the process proceeds to S101.

  Next, the CPU 103 reads the random number 3 (random number for variation pattern determination) from the random number buffer area (the first reserved storage buffer or the second reserved storage buffer) (S101), and selects it in the process of S93, S94, S96, S98 or S99. The variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types by referring to the field of the variation pattern determination table (S102).

  Next, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control CPU 120 (S103). Further, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control CPU 120 (S104).

  Also, the special symbol change is started (S105). For example, the start flag corresponding to the special symbol referred to in the special symbol display control process of S33 is set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 102 (S106). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (S302) (S107).

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 sets the end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process of S32 to end the variation of the special symbol, and the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B Control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol is performed (S131). When data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is ended, and “second” is indicated in the special symbol pointer. When data is set, the variation of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is terminated. Further, control (transmission setting) for transmitting the symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed (S132). If the big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to S140 (S133).

  If the big hit flag is set, the CPU 103 clears the probability change flag indicating the probability change state and the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state if set (S134). Control (transmission setting) for transmitting a jackpot start designation command to the CPU 120 is performed (S135). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is normally jackpot, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted. If the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. When the big hit type is sudden probability change big hit, a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command is transmitted. Whether the big hit type is a normal big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit is determined based on data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 102 (data stored in the big hit type buffer). .

  Further, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting a normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (S136).

  In addition, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (a time for which the effect display device 5 notifies that the jackpot has occurred, for example) is set in the jackpot display time timer (S137). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 15 times in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, and 2 times in the case of a sudden probable big hit) is set in the big prize opening number counter (S138). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (S305) (S139).

  In S140, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not a probability variation flag indicating that the probability variation state is set. If the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set (S141). When the time reduction flag is set (that is, when the time change state is not controlled and only the time reduction state is controlled), the value of the time reduction counter indicating the number of times that the special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state is- 1 (S142).

  Next, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (S144), the CPU 103 clears the time reduction flag (S145). Further, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting a normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (S146).

  Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (S147). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting a small hit / sudden probability sudden change big hit start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (S148). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (for example, the time when the effect display device 5 notifies that the small hit has occurred) is set in the small hit display time timer (S149). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) is set in the special winning opening opening number counter (S150). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (S308) (S151).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in S147), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (S300) (S152).

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (S160). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to S164. When the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is cleared (S161), and control (transmission setting) for transmitting the jackpot end designation command is performed (S162). Here, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted when it is a normal big hit, a big hit end 2 designation command is sent when it is a probable big hit, and a small hit / abrupt is sudden when it is a sudden probable big hit. Send a probable jackpot end designation command. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed in the effect display device 5 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (S163), and the processing is ended.

  In S164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in S165), the CPU 103 checks whether the big hit type is a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit (S166). Whether or not it is a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit is specifically confirmed whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “02” to “03”. It can be determined by doing. If neither the probability change big hit nor the sudden probability change big hit is present (that is, if it is a normal big hit), the CPU 103 sets the time reduction flag and shifts the gaming state to the time reduction state (S167). Further, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in a time reduction counter for counting the number of time reductions (S168). In addition, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the time reduction state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (S169). Then, the process proceeds to S173.

  If the probability change big hit or the sudden probability big hit is true, the CPU 103 sets the probability change flag and shifts the gaming state to the probability change state (S170). Further, the CPU 103 sets a time reduction flag (S171). Further, the CPU 103 performs control (transmission setting) for transmitting the probability change state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (S172). Then, the process proceeds to S173.

  In the present embodiment, the short time flag set in S167 and S171 is also used to determine whether or not to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B or increase the number of times of opening. In this case, specifically, in the normal symbol process (see S27), the CPU 103 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set when the normal symbol variation display result is a hit. If so, control is performed to open the variable winning ball apparatus 6B by extending the opening time or increasing the number of times of opening. The time reduction flag set in S167 and S171 is used to determine whether or not to shorten the variation time of the special symbol.

  Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (S300) (S173).

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control CPU 120 as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 12. The effect control CPU 120 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (S701). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (S702). When the timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 120 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 120 clears the flag (S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 120 first analyzes the received effect control command, and performs processing such as setting a flag and storing data according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: S704). Next, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect control process processing (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 5 is executed.

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

  20 to 21 are flowcharts showing specific examples of the command analysis processing (S704). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 checks the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  As the command receiving buffer, a ring buffer type command receiving buffer capable of storing six 2-byte effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required. The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal and stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first checks whether or not a received command is stored in the command reception buffer (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 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (S612). Note that when read, the value of the read pointer is incremented by 2 (S613). The reason for +2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read at a time.

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern designation command (S621), the effect control CPU 120 stores the variation pattern designation command in a variation pattern designation command storage area formed in the RAM (S622). Then, a variation pattern designation command reception flag is set (S623).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (S625), the effect control CPU 120 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) in the RAM. Store in the display result designation command storage area (S626).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (S627), the effect control CPU 120 sets a confirmation command reception flag (S628).

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved memory number designation command (S651), the effect control CPU 120 uses the second byte data (EXT data) of the first reserved memory number designation command as the first reserved memory number. Is stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (S652).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved memory number designation command (S654), the effect control CPU 120 uses the second reserved memory number as the second byte data (EXT data) of the second reserved memory number designation command. Is stored in the second reserved memory number storage area (S655).

  Next, if the received effect control command is any winning determination result designation command (S664), the effect control CPU 120 uses the winning determination result corresponding to the received winning determination result designation command as the winning determination result. In the storage buffer, it is stored in an area associated with the total number of pending storage (S665), and a prefetch effect determination process is performed (S671).

  In this embodiment, the total number of reserved memories is the first reserved memory number stored in the first reserved memory number storage area and the second reserved memory number stored in the second reserved memory number storage area. It is calculated by adding together. The first reserved memory number is updated in S652 after receiving the first reserved memory number designation command, and the second reserved memory number is updated in S655 after receiving the second reserved memory number designation command. The total pending storage number is also updated at the same timing. The winning determination result designation command is transmitted after the first reserved memory number designation command is transmitted in S1218 of the start port switch passing process, and is transmitted after the second reserved memory number designation command is transmitted in S1228. Is done. For this reason, the effect control CPU 120 receives the winning determination result designation command after updating the total pending storage number. In step S665, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, the second byte data of the winning determination result designation command in the storage area associated with the total number of pending storages in the winning determination result buffer. This is because the winning determination result is specified by the second byte data (EXT data) of the winning determination result designation command (see FIG. 9). Further, the data set in the winning determination result buffer is deleted in order from the previously set data in the effect symbol variation start process (timing at which the process of S1800 is executed) described later.

  FIG. 21A and FIG. 21B are explanatory diagrams showing a configuration example of a region (a winning determination result storage buffer and an active display storage buffer) for storing a winning determination result. As shown in FIG. 21 (A), in this embodiment, eight storage areas associated with each hold display (hold storage) of the total hold storage number are secured in the winning determination result storage buffer. Further, as shown in FIG. 21B, one storage area associated with the consumption hold display is secured in the active display storage buffer. In each storage area, a determination result at the time of winning, a prefetch target flag indicating that the target storage is a prefetch effect, and a display mode flag indicating a display mode of the hold display or the consumption hold display can be stored. ing.

  In the winning determination result storage buffer and the active display storage buffer, when the prefetch target flag is set to “0”, this indicates that the reserved storage is not the target of the prefetch effect, and “1” is set. Indicates that the reserved storage is a target of a prefetch effect. When the display mode flag is set to “0”, it indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the normal mode (circular in this embodiment), and “1” is set. If it is set, it indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the first special mode (triangle in this embodiment), and when “2” is set, the hold storage is displayed. It shows that the corresponding hold display is displayed in the second special mode (rectangle in this embodiment), and when “3” is set, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is the third special mode ( In this embodiment, it is displayed as a star), and when “4” is set, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the fourth special mode (heart shape in this embodiment). Indicates that

  In addition, in order to distinguish which winning determination result when it is configured to preferentially execute either one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, A first winning determination result storage buffer for storing a winning determination result at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening, and a second winning save for storing a winning determination result at the time of starting winning to the second start winning opening A determination result storage buffer may be prepared. In this case, it is sufficient that a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first winning determination result storage buffer, and the second winning determination is performed. The result storage buffer only needs to have a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the second reserved storage number. In this case, the EXT data of the received winning determination result designation command is stored in the first winning determination result storage buffer and the second winning determination result storage buffer. The winning determination result storage buffer (the first winning determination result storage buffer and the second winning determination result storage buffer) may be formed in the RAM 122.

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (S683). Then, the process proceeds to S611.

  Next, the prefetching effect will be described. The pre-reading effect is executed before the start of the variable display that is the target of the effect, and the variable display that is the target of the effect is a big hit or a specific change (for example, a reach effect is included). It is a notice effect that warns you. In the present embodiment, as a pre-reading effect, in the total hold storage display unit 5D, the hold display corresponding to the fluctuating display (hold storage) to be notified is different from the normal display mode (hereinafter, normal mode) ( An effect displayed in any one of the first special mode, the second special mode, the third special mode, and the fourth special mode is performed.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a prefetch effect determination process. In the prefetch effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer or the active display storage buffer, that is, whether the prefetch effect has already been executed. Determination is made (S67101). Note that the prefetch target flag is set in S67105a described later. If the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer or the active display storage buffer, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S67115, and the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer and the active display storage buffer. If not set, the effect control CPU 120 extracts all past winning determination results stored in the winning determination result storage buffer (excluding the winning determination result indicated in the received winning determination result designation command). (S67102).

  Next, the production control CPU 120 extracts the latest winning determination result (the winning determination result indicated in the received winning determination result designation command) stored in the winning determination result storage buffer and from the random number circuit 124. A pre-reading effect execution determination random number is extracted, and based on the extracted determination value and the pre-reading effect execution determination random number, it is determined whether to execute the pre-reading effect (S67104). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as the effect execution determination random numbers that the effect control CPU 120 can take.

  In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the prefetch effect using the prefetch effect execution determination table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 23A is an explanatory diagram showing a prefetch effect execution determination table. In the pre-reading effect execution determination table, a determination value corresponding to a determination item (“pre-reading effect execution” or “pre-reading effect non-execution”) is assigned for each determination result at the time of winning, but the example shown in FIG. In order to simplify the explanation, the number of assigned determination values is shown. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and a decision item (“execution of pre-reading effect” or “pre-reading effect” to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned. The production is not executed ").

  In this embodiment, in addition to the prefetch effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23A, the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B and the hit prefetch effect change timing determination shown in FIG. 24B, the pre-reading effect change timing determination table at the time of loss shown in FIG. 24B, the display mode change count determination table at the time of change shown in FIG. 25A, the via destination display mode determination table shown in FIG. 25 (C) and FIG. 25 (D), a change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table, a non-change timing suggestion effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 29 (A), and a non-change timing suggestion effect pattern determination shown in FIG. 29 (B). In the table, the re-lottery table shown in FIG. 30 (A), a decision value is actually assigned, but is assigned to simplify the explanation. Decision value number is shown that.

  In S67104, the effect control CPU 120 executes the pre-reading effect at the rate determined for each winning determination result in the pre-reading effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23A based on the latest extracted winning determination result. Decide whether or not to do. For example, when the winning determination result indicates “shortened non-reach”, 0 is assigned to “execution of pre-reading effect” and 100 determination values are assigned to “not execute pre-reading effect”. The CPU 120 for effect control determines not to execute the prefetch effect at a rate of 100%. Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates “per quasi-continuous 3 supermarkets”, 99 determination values are assigned to “execution of pre-reading effect” and 1 determination value is assigned to “non-execution of pre-reading effect”. Therefore, the effect control CPU 120 determines to execute the prefetch effect at a rate of 99%.

  What is characteristic in the pre-reading effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23A is that the display result is “out of” (equivalent to the determination result 1 at the time of winning determination to the determination result 7 at the time of winning determination). When the result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit” (corresponding to the determination result 8 when winning a prize to the determination result 12 when winning), the determination value is set so that the pre-reading effect is executed at a higher rate. It is set. In addition, what is characteristic in the pre-reading effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23A is that a reach effect with a high expectation level is performed even if the display result is the same (for example, super reach is performed rather than normal reach). The determination value is set so that the rate at which the pre-reading effect is executed increases. By having such a feature, when the pre-reading effect is executed, the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target is increased or the big hit is made, compared with the case where the pre-reading effect is not executed. It is possible to increase the rate at which reach production with high expectation is performed. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the pre-reading effect is executed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 23A, it is determined that the pre-reading effect is executed at a rate of 1% even when the determination result at the time of winning is “non-reach”, but “non-reach” (“shortened non-reach”) is determined. In the case of “reach out” or “non-reach out”), it may not be determined to execute the pre-reading effect. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 23A, a determination value (ratio) for determining whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect is set for each variation pattern indicated by the winning determination result. Judgment value (ratio) for determining whether to perform the pre-reading effect for each display result (for example, “out of”, “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”) May be set.

  Next, when the CPU 120 for effect control determines to execute the prefetch effect (Y in S67105), the process proceeds to S67105a. On the other hand, when it is determined not to execute the prefetch effect (N in S67105), the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S67115.

  In S67105a, the effect control CPU 120 sets a prefetch target flag for specifying the hold display that is the target of the prefetch effect in the same storage area as the latest winning determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer (S67105a). ).

  When the prefetch target flag is set, the process of S67101 controls the prefetch effects not to be executed repeatedly. That is, in this embodiment, when execution of the prefetch effect is determined in any of the hold display or the consumption hold display, control is performed so that the prefetch effect is not newly executed. Therefore, since a plurality of hold displays or hold displays and consumption hold displays are prevented from being displayed in a special manner at the same time, the player may be confused about which hold display / consumption hold display should be noted. Can be prevented.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the final display mode determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and in the pre-reading effect, displays the hold display corresponding to the variable display (hold information) to be notified in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Finally, the display mode to be displayed is determined, and the determined display mode (final display mode) is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S67106). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as the final display mode determination random numbers that can be taken by the CPU 120 for effect control. In the present embodiment, as a display mode of the hold display, a first special mode to a fourth special mode are provided in addition to the normal mode. Hereinafter, the first to fourth special aspects may be collectively referred to as special aspects.

  FIG. 23B is an explanatory diagram showing a final display mode determination table. In S67106, the effect control CPU 120 uses the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B to determine which display mode is finally displayed on the summed hold storage display unit 5D (hereinafter also referred to as the final display mode). ). Specifically, based on the extracted latest winning determination result and the final display mode determination random number, the final display mode determination table determines the final rate at the rate determined for each winning determination result (variable display display result). The display mode is determined. For example, if the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “out of” (corresponding to the winning determination result 1 designation to the winning determination result 7 designation), the first special mode is set. Since 40 determination values are set for the second special mode, 30 for the second special mode, 20 for the third special mode, and 10 for the fourth special mode, the effect control CPU 120 performs final display at a rate of 40%. The mode is determined to be the first special state, the final display mode is determined to be the second special state at a rate of 30%, the final display mode is determined to be the third special state at the rate of 20%, and the final is set at the rate of 10%. The display mode is determined to be the fourth special state. Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit” (corresponding to the winning determination result 8 designation to the winning determination result 12 designation). In the first special mode, 10 judgment values are set, 20 are set in the second special mode, 30 are set in the third special mode, and 40 are set in the fourth special mode. The final display mode is determined as the first special state at a rate of 10%, the final display mode is determined as the second special state at a rate of 20%, and the final display mode is determined as the third special state at a rate of 30%. The final display mode is determined to be the fourth special state at a rate of 40%.

  When the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small big hit” (corresponding to the winning determination result 13 designation), the first special mode to Since 25 determination values are set for all of the fourth special modes, the production control CPU 120 determines the final display mode as the first special state at a rate of 25%, and the final display mode at a rate of 25%. Is determined as the second special state, the final display mode is determined as the third special state at a rate of 25%, and the final display mode is determined as the fourth special state at the rate of 25%.

  A characteristic of the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B is that when the display result is “out of” (equivalent to the determination result 1 at the time of winning determination to the determination result 7 at the time of winning prize), the pre-reading effect is given. While the final display mode when executed is easily determined in the order of the first special mode, the second special mode, the third special mode, and the fourth special mode, the display result is “normal big hit” or “probability big hit”. (Equivalent to the determination result 8 at the time of winning determination to the determination result 12 at the time of winning prize), the final display mode when the pre-reading effect is executed is the fourth special mode, the third special mode, the second special mode, the first It is easy to determine the order of the special modes. By having such a feature, when the final display mode of the hold display is displayed in the fourth special mode, the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display of the pre-reading production target becomes the highest, and the final display of the hold display When the display mode is displayed in the third special mode, when the final display mode of the hold display is displayed in the second special mode, when the final display mode of the hold display is displayed in the first special mode, In this order, the ratio of occurrence of jackpots in the variable display of the prefetch effect is reduced. Therefore, the expectation that the display of the hold display in the second special mode rather than the first special mode, the third special mode than the second special mode, and the fourth special mode than the third special mode is a big hit. It can be made high, and when the pre-reading effect is executed, the player can pay attention to which display mode the hold display is displayed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 23 (B), the final display results (“out”, “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”) are displayed for each display result shown in the winning determination result. Although the determination value (ratio) for determining the display mode is set, for example, as in the prefetch effect execution determination table of FIG. A determination value (ratio) for determining the value may be set. By doing so, when the hold display is displayed in the second special mode, in addition to increasing the rate at which the big hit is generated in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target, the reach effect with high expectation is performed. The ratio can also be increased.

  Further, in this embodiment, four types of display modes of the first special mode to the fourth special mode are provided as the final display mode at the time of performing the pre-reading effect, but the present invention is not limited to this, As the final display mode at the time of execution of the pre-reading effect, five or more types of display modes and three or less types of display modes are provided, and the expectation level is different (the ratio selected according to the display result is different). Good.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the change timing determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and changes the display timing of the hold display corresponding to the change display (hold storage) of the prefetch effect target (in this example, hold) The display shift number) is determined, and the determined change timing (shift number) is set in a shift number counter for specifying the change timing (shift number) (S67108). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as change timing determination random numbers that can be taken by the effect control CPU 120. In the present embodiment, the timing at which the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the change display (hold storage) of the prefetch effect is changed is a change display executed immediately after shifting the determined number of shifts. Therefore, by determining the change timing (number of shifts), it is determined how many times the display mode is changed during the variable display in which the shift display is performed with respect to the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the pre-reading effect target. . For example, when the change timing (number of shifts) is determined as 2, the display mode of the hold display is displayed during the change display immediately after the second shift is performed on the hold display corresponding to the change display of the pre-reading effect target. Change.

  FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram of a change timing determination table. In S67108, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the change timing (number of shifts) of the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the pre-read effect target based on the change timing determination table, the total number of reserved memories, and the extracted random number for change timing determination. To do. Specifically, the CPU 120 for effect control wins the display result of the variable display indicated by the latest extracted winning determination result (for example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small 24 (A), the winning prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 24A is used. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display change timing corresponding to the change display of the prefetch effect target at a ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the hit prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. The (number of shifts) is determined as one of 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  In the example shown in FIG. 24, the fact that the change timing (number of shifts) is 0 means that the hold display is displayed in any one of the first special mode to the fourth special mode at the start winning timing. . When displaying the hold display in any of the first special mode to the fourth special mode at the timing of the start winning prize, for example, a new hold display is displayed in the first special mode to the fourth special mode from the beginning. It may be realized by doing, or it may be realized by displaying a new hold display once in the normal mode and immediately changing to one of the first special mode to the fourth special mode.

  Further, when the display result of the variable display indicated by the latest extracted winning determination result is “out of” (ie, when the winning determination result 1 is specified to the winning determination result 7 is specified). In addition, the failure prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display change timing corresponding to the change display of the prefetch effect target at the ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the loss prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. The (number of shifts) is determined as one of 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  For example, when the hit prefetch effect change timing determination table is used and the total number of reserved memories is 3, 20 at the change timing 0, 30 at the change timing 1 and 50 at the change timing 2 Therefore, the effect control CPU 120 determines that the change timing (number of shifts) is 0 (at the time of winning) at a rate of 20%, and sets the change timing (number of shifts) at a rate of 30%. 1 is determined, and the change timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 2 at a rate of 50%. Also, when using the prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of loss, if the total number of reserved memories is 3, 50 at change timing 0, 30 at change timing 1 and 20 at change timing 2. Therefore, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the change timing (number of shifts) as 0 (at the time of winning) at a rate of 50% and sets the change timing (number of shifts) at a rate of 30%. 1 is determined, and the change timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 2 at a rate of 20%.

  What is characteristic in the look-ahead effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 24 is that the display result of the fluctuation display is a hit (for example, “normal big hit”, “probability change”, as compared with the case where the display result of the fluctuation display is “out”. In the case of “big hit”, “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”), the determination value is set so that the rate of determination for the change timing with a large number of shifts is higher. By providing such a feature, when pre-reading effects are performed, the percentage that the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode with a larger number of shifts is more likely to be hit in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target. Further, when the start-up prize (the number of shifts is 0) is not displayed in a special manner, the percentage of occurrence of winning can be further increased. Therefore, even if the display mode of the hold display does not change from the start winning prize, the hold display may further change once or twice as described later by further shifting the hold display. Since the player can be reminded, it is possible to make the player interested in the timing at which the hold display changes, and to enhance the gaming interest.

  In this embodiment, when the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode in the variable display with a large number of shifts, the display mode of the hold display is special from the normal mode in the variable display with a small number of shifts. The ratio of occurrence of winning in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target is exemplified as compared to the case of changing to the aspect, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the display is variable with a small number of shifts. When the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode, the change of the pre-reading effect target is changed in comparison with the case where the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode in the variable display with a large number of shifts You may make it the ratio which the hit generate | occur | produces in a display high.

  When the change timing (number of shifts) is determined, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the change timing determined in S67108 is the start winning prize (S67113). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the shift counter is 0. If the change timing is at the time of start winning (Y in S67113), the effect control CPU 120 displays a hold display as a display mode flag in the same storage area as the latest winning determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer. A value corresponding to the final display mode determined in S67107, for example, “1” indicating display in the first special mode, “2” indicating display in the second special mode, and display in the third special mode Either “3” indicating “4” or “4” indicating display in the fourth special mode is set, and the prefetching effect determining process is ended (S67113a). In addition, after execution of S67113a, the display mode of the hold display is updated to the display mode according to the display mode flag by the CPU 120 for effect control executing a hold display update process described later.

  If the change timing is not a winning time in S67113 (N in S67113), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the final display mode determined in S67106 is the first special mode (S67114a). If the final display mode determined in S67106 is not the first special mode (S67114a; N), that is, if it is one of the second special mode, the third special mode, or the fourth special mode, the production control CPU 120 A random number for determining the display mode change number is extracted from the random number circuit 124, and the display mode change number of the target hold display of the pre-reading effect at the change timing (during the variable display immediately after the value of the shift number counter becomes 0) is determined. The determined number of display mode changes is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S67114b). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as display mode change frequency determination random numbers that can be taken by the effect control CPU 120.

  FIG. 25A is an explanatory diagram showing a display mode change count determination table at the change timing. In S67114b, the effect control CPU 120 determines the display mode change count of the pre-reading effect target hold display at the change timing using the change timing display mode change count determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, it is determined for each winning determination result (variable display display result) in the display timing change count determination table at the change timing based on the latest extracted winning determination result and the display mode change count determination random number. The number of display mode changes is determined at the ratio. For example, when the determination result at the time of winning indicates that the display result of the variable display is “out of” (corresponding to designation of the winning determination result 1 to the winning determination result 7), the display mode change count 1 Since 80 determination values are set for each time and 20 determination values are set for two display mode changes, the effect control CPU 120 determines the number of display mode changes once at a rate of 80%. The display mode change count is determined to be twice by the ratio. In addition, when the display result of the fluctuation display is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” in the determination result at the time of winning (equivalent to the determination of winning determination result 8 designation to the determination result 12 of winning prize). Since 20 determination values are set for each display mode change count and 80 for each display mode change count, the effect control CPU 120 sets the display mode change count to 20% at a rate of 20%. The display mode change count is determined to be twice at a rate of 80%.

  If the display result of the variable display is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit” (corresponding to the designation result 13 when winning), the display mode change count is 1 Since 50 judgment values are set for each time and 50 display values are changed twice, the production control CPU 120 determines the number of display mode changes once at a rate of 50%, and 50% The display mode change count is determined to be twice by the ratio. By providing such a feature, when the display mode of the hold display changes twice during the variable display of 1, the look-ahead is compared with the case where the display mode of the hold display changes once during the variable display of 1. The ratio of occurrence of big hits in the variation display of the production target is increased. For this reason, in this embodiment, when the display mode of the hold display is changed, the player can be focused on the number of changes in the display mode of the hold display.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the display mode change count of the target hold display of the prefetch effect at the change timing is determined to be two in S67114b (S67114c). Whether or not the display mode change count of the target hold display of the pre-reading effect is determined to be two may be referred to the display mode change count stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. When the display mode change count of the target hold display of the prefetch effect at the change timing is determined twice in S67114b (S67114c; Y), the process proceeds to S67114d, and the display mode change count of the target hold display of the prefetch effect at the change timing is determined. Is determined once (S67114c; N), it is further determined whether or not the final display mode determined in S67106 is the fourth special mode (S67114f). When the final display mode determined in S67106 is the fourth special mode (S67114f; Y), the display mode change count is re-determined to 2 and the process proceeds to S67114d (S67114g), and the final display mode determined in S67106 is If it is not the fourth special mode (S67114f; N), the process proceeds to S67114h. Note that the display mode change count is determined to be 1 in S67114b, and the display mode change count is re-determined to be 2 when the final display mode determined in S67106 is the fourth special mode. When executed in any one of patterns 21 to 23 (a pattern in which the display mode of the hold display changes during execution of the first suggestion effect and the display mode of the hold display does not change during the execution of the second suggestion effect), Although the display mode of the hold display at the time of execution of the first suggestion effect has changed to the fourth special mode having the highest percentage in the present embodiment, the fourth special mode is further executed at the time of execution of the second suggestion effect. This is to prevent suggesting that the display mode of the hold display displayed at may change further.

  Then, in S67114d, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the via destination display mode determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and determines the via destination display mode in which the display mode of the target hold display of the prefetch effect changes at the first change. The determined destination display mode is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S67114d). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as the destination display mode determination random numbers that can be taken by the effect control CPU 120.

  FIG. 25B is an explanatory diagram showing a route display mode determination table. In S67114d, the effect control CPU 120 uses the route destination display mode determination table shown in FIG. 25B to determine the route destination display mode in which the display mode of the target hold display of the prefetch effect changes at the first change. More specifically, based on the final display mode determined in S67106 and the extracted via-destination display mode determination random number, the via-destination display mode is set for each final hold display mode in the via-destination display mode determination table. To decide. For example, when the final display mode is the second special mode, since 100 determination values are set in the first special mode, the effect control CPU 120 sets the destination display mode at the rate of 100%. One special aspect is determined. For example, when the final display mode is the third special mode, 80 determination values are set for the first special mode and 20 determination values are set for the second special mode. The route destination display mode is determined as the first special mode at the rate of%, and the route destination display mode is determined as the second special mode at the rate of 20%. For example, when the final display mode is the fourth special mode, 50 determination values are set for the first special mode, 30 for the second special mode, and 20 for the third special mode. The CPU 120 for effect control determines the route display mode as the first special mode at a rate of 50%, determines the route display mode as the second special mode at the rate of 30%, and passes through at the rate of 20%. The display mode is determined as the third special mode.

  That is, in this embodiment, when the final display mode is the third special mode, the first special mode is more easily determined as the route display mode than the second special mode, and the final display mode is the fourth special mode. In the case of the mode, the first special mode is most easily determined as the route display mode, and the third special mode is most difficult to be determined.

  By having such a feature, the player has changed the display mode of the hold display to a display mode in which the ratio of the big hit in the variable display of the prefetch effect target such as the first special mode or the second special mode is low. However, it is expected that the display mode of the hold display is changed to the third special mode or the fourth special mode in which the ratio of the big hit in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target is changed by further executing the second change. Can be done.

  In the present embodiment, when the final display mode is the third special mode, the first special mode is more easily determined as the route display mode than the second special mode, and the final display mode is the fourth special mode. In the case of the mode, the first special mode is most easily determined as the route display mode and the third special mode is most difficult to be determined. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Instead, when the final display mode is the third special mode, the second special mode is more easily determined than the first special mode as the destination display mode, and when the final display mode is the fourth special mode, The third special mode may be determined most easily as the first display mode, and the first special mode may be determined most difficult. By doing in this way, when the display mode of the hold display is changed to a display mode with a high percentage of big hits in the variable display of the prefetch effect target such as the third special mode as the via destination display mode, the display mode of the hold display However, since it becomes easy to change to a display mode (for example, the fourth special mode) having a high percentage of big wins in the variable display of the pre-reading effect target, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the change of the display mode of the hold display. .

  Next, the CPU 120 for effect control extracts the random number for suggestion effect pattern determination from the random number circuit 124, and determines the suggestion effect pattern at the first change and the second change in the display mode of the hold display in the variable display of the prefetch effect target. Then, the determined suggestive effect pattern is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S67114e). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as random numbers for suggestion effect pattern determination that the effect control CPU 120 can take.

  FIG. 25C is an explanatory diagram showing a change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table used when the display mode change count is determined to be two in S67114b. In S67114e, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the suggested effect pattern using the change timing suggested effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, the suggestion effect pattern is determined at a ratio determined in the change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table based on the extracted via destination display mode determination random number. For example, 10 judgment values are set for pattern 11, 30 for pattern 12, 50 for pattern 13, and 10 for pattern 14, respectively. The suggested effect pattern is determined to be pattern 11 at a rate, the suggested effect pattern is determined to be pattern 12 at a rate of 30%, the suggested effect pattern is determined to be pattern 13 at a rate of 50%, and the suggested effect pattern is determined at a rate of 10%. Is determined as a pattern 14.

  In addition, among the patterns 11 to 14 of the suggestive effects, the pattern 11 is a black arrow (first effect) from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 when the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect is changed for the first time. The display area of the effect display device 5 is displayed when the display control is executed so that the black arrow sticks to the hold display of the notice effect form and the display form of the hold display of the notice effect object changes for the second time. This is a pattern in which a black arrow (first effect mode) comes from the right side of the screen, and the black arrow pierces the hold display of the notice effect mode. In addition, when the display mode of the hold display for the notice effect is changed for the first time, the pattern 12 has a white arrow (second effect mode) flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the white arrow When the display control to stab the hold display of the notice effect mode is executed and the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect target changes for the second time, a black arrow (first effect mode) from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 ) Is flying, and the display control is executed in which the black arrow sticks to the hold display of the notice effect mode. Further, in the pattern 13, when the display mode of the hold display for the notice effect is changed for the first time, a black arrow (first effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the black arrow When the display control to stab the hold display of the notice effect mode is executed and the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect target changes for the second time, a white arrow (second effect mode) is displayed from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. ) Is flying, and the display control is executed in which the white arrow sticks to the hold display of the notice effect mode. Further, in the pattern 14, when the display mode of the hold display for the notice effect is changed for the first time, a white arrow (second effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the black arrow When the display control to stab the hold display of the notice effect mode is executed and the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect target changes for the second time, a white arrow (second effect mode) is displayed from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. ) Is flying, and the display control is executed in which the white arrow sticks to the hold display of the notice effect mode.

  In the patterns 11 to 14 in the present embodiment, the first arrow from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 pierces the pre-read target hold display 3 seconds after the variable display starts (acts). In addition, display control is performed such that the second arrow flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 pierces (acts) the pre-read target hold display 6 seconds after the variable display starts. That is, when it is determined that the display mode of the prefetch target hold display in this embodiment is changed twice, the display mode of the prefetch target hold display is changed 3 seconds and 6 seconds after the start of the change. ing.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of display mode changes is one, in S67114h, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the suggested effect pattern determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and displays the display mode of the hold display in the pre-read effect target variation display. The suggested effect pattern is determined, and the determined suggested effect pattern is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S67114h).

  FIG. 25D is an explanatory diagram illustrating a change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table used when the display mode change count is determined to be 1 in S67114b. In S67114h, the effect control CPU 120 determines the suggested effect pattern using the change timing suggested effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, the suggestion effect pattern is determined at a ratio determined in the change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table based on the extracted via destination display mode determination random number. For example, 30 decision values are set for pattern 21, 60 decision values for pattern 22, and 10 decision values for pattern 23. Therefore, CPU 120 for effect control patterns suggested effect patterns at a rate of 30%. The suggested effect pattern is determined to be pattern 22 at a rate of 60%, and the suggested effect pattern is determined to be pattern 13 at a rate of 10%.

  In addition, among the patterns 21 to 23 of the suggestion effects, the pattern 21 has a black arrow (first effect mode) from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 when the display mode of the reserved display of the notification effect changes. After the flight control is executed and the black arrow is inserted into the hold display of the notice effect mode, the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect target is changed, and then the black arrow (the second arrow is displayed from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. 1 effect mode) is a pattern in which display control is executed in which the black arrow passes through the reserved display of the notice effect mode without being stuck. The pattern 22 has a white arrow (second effect mode) flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 when the display mode of the on-hold display of the target effect is changed. After the display control to stab the hold display of the mode is executed and the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect is changed, a black arrow (first effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, This is a pattern in which display control is performed in which a black arrow passes without piercing the hold display in the notice effect mode. Further, the pattern 23 has a black arrow (first effect mode) flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 when the display mode of the on-hold display of the target effect is changed. After the display control to stab the hold display of the mode is executed and the display mode of the hold display of the notice effect is changed, a white arrow (second effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, This is a pattern in which display control is performed in which a white arrow passes without sticking to the hold display of the notice effect mode.

  In the patterns 21 to 23 in the present embodiment, the arrow flying first from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 pierces the pre-read target hold display 3 seconds after the variable display starts (acts). ) Display control is performed. That is, when it is determined that the display mode of the prefetch target hold display in this embodiment is changed once, the display mode of the prefetch target hold display is changed 3 seconds after the start of the change.

  That is, in the present embodiment, when the display mode of the hold display of the pre-reading effect target is changed, the suggestion effect is further executed in the first effect mode after the suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode. Is set so that the rate at which the display mode of the hold display changes twice is the lowest, and the suggestion effect is further executed in the first effect mode after the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode. When executed, after the suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode, the ratio that the display mode of the hold display changes twice is increased in the order in which the suggestion effect is further executed in the second effect mode. A judgment value is set for. In particular, when the display mode of the hold display for the pre-reading effect changes only once, the suggestion effect is not further executed in the second effect mode after the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode. That is, in the present embodiment, when the suggestion effect is executed twice in the second effect mode, the display mode of the hold display of the prefetch effect target is always changed twice.

  After execution of S67114e or S67114h, the effect control CPU 120 indicates that the hold display is displayed as the display mode flag in the normal mode in the same storage area as the latest winning determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer “0”. "Is set, and the pre-reading effect determination process is terminated (S67115). In addition, after execution of S67115, the display mode of the hold display is updated to the normal mode by the CPU 120 for effect control executing a hold display update process described later.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when a winning determination result designation command is received, a new hold display is displayed in the normal mode, the first special mode, the second special mode, the third special mode, the first in the pre-reading effect determination process. Processing to display in any of the four special modes is performed.

  In this embodiment, the variable display is executed in the order of winning one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, but priority is given to the variable display of either the first special symbol or the second special symbol. (1) It is configured to perform a pre-reading effect only for the display of fluctuation of the first special symbol, and (2) Only the display of variation of the second special symbol is performed. Three types of configurations are conceivable: a configuration in which a pre-reading effect is performed as an object, and (3) a configuration in which a pre-reading effect is performed with respect to a variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

  When the configuration of (1) above is added to the configuration in which the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, the shift number counter according to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved memory count Is set to a maximum of 4. However, with the configuration of (1) above, even if a pre-reading effect that changes the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, Since the special symbol variation display is executed with priority (not in the winning order), for example, when the second special symbol variation display is performed, the effect symbol variation described later is performed even at the shift timing. It is desirable to configure so that the value of the shift counter is not subtracted in S1802 of the start process. Similarly, in the configuration of (3) above, when the pre-reading effect that changes the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the variation display of the second special symbol is similarly performed. Is preferably configured so as not to subtract the value of the number-of-shifts counter in S1802 of the effect symbol variation start process described later.

  Further, when the configuration of (2) above is added to the configuration in which the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, the shift is performed according to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example). A maximum of 4 is set in the number counter. In this case, unlike the configuration of (1) above, the value of the shift counter is subtracted when the shift timing is reached, regardless of whether the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed. Similarly, in the configuration of (3) above, when a pre-reading effect that changes the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, either the first special symbol or the second special symbol is similarly executed. Even when the variable display is performed, the value of the shift counter is subtracted at the shift timing.

  In addition, when it is configured to preferentially execute the variation display of the second special symbol, the pre-reading effect is not performed for the variation display of the first special symbol during the high base. May be. In addition, when it is configured to preferentially execute the change display of the second special symbol, it may be configured not to perform the pre-reading effect based on the winning at the first starting winning opening during the big hit game. Good. In such a configuration, for example, during a high base game or a big hit game, even if a winning is made at the first start winning opening in the game control microcomputer 100, the winning determination process of S1217 is not executed. Even if it is determined that the winning determination result designation command received by the effect control CPU 120 is to be discarded, or the pre-reading effect is determined to be executed, it can be realized by performing control so that it is not executed. In addition, when the configuration of (3) is added to the configuration that preferentially executes the variation display of the second special symbol, the pre-reading effect based on the winning at the first starting winning opening during the high base or big hit game However, the pre-reading effect based on the winning at the second start winning opening may be performed. In such a configuration, for example, during a high base game or a big hit game, even if a winning is made at the first start winning opening in the game control microcomputer 100, the winning determination process of S1217 is not executed. If the determination result designation command at the time of winning based on the winning at the first start winning opening received by the effect control CPU 120 is discarded or the pre-reading effect is decided to be executed, control is performed so as not to be executed. Can be realized.

  In addition, in the case where the configuration of (1) is added to the configuration in which the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, in a state where there is a reserved memory based on winning in the second starting winning opening, When a winning at the first start winning opening occurs, the pre-reading effect for the reserved storage based on the winning at the first starting winning opening may not be executed. In addition, when the configuration of (1) above is added to the configuration that preferentially executes the variation display of the second special symbol, the pre-reading effect is executed for the reserved memory based on the winning at the first start winning opening. When a winning at the second start winning opening occurs in a state in which is determined, the execution of the pre-reading effect that has already been determined may be canceled.

  In this embodiment, the variable display is executed in the order of winning one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. However, the pre-reading effect is performed only for the variable display of the first special symbol (the above (1 )), Or a configuration for performing a pre-reading effect only on the variable display of the second special symbol (the above (2)) may be added. In the present embodiment, the variable display is executed in the order of winning one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. For example, during the high base game or the big hit game, the winning to the first start winning port is made. The prefetching effect based on the above may not be performed.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a consumption hold display update process (S797). In the consumption hold display update process, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the value of the display mode flag stored in the active display storage buffer, and sets the display mode of the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F. The display mode is updated according to the value of the display mode flag.

  In addition, the effect control CPU 120 executes a hold display update process (S798). In the hold display update process, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the number of hold memories stored in the winning determination result storage buffer, and the specified hold memory number is displayed on the current combined hold memory display unit 5D. It is determined whether or not it matches the number of pending display. If the specified number of reserved memories does not match the number of reserved displays currently displayed on the total pending storage display unit 5D, the pending display on the total pending storage display unit 5D is updated based on the specified number of reserved memories displayed. To do. Further, in the hold display update process of the present embodiment, the value of each display mode flag stored in the winning determination result storage buffer is specified, and the display mode of each hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D Is updated to a display mode corresponding to the value of each display mode flag.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the number-of-holds update process (S799). In the hold number update process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the hold memory number specified in S798 matches the hold memory number (the hold total number) displayed on the upper left portion of the effect display device 5. judge. If the specified number of reserved memories does not match the number of reserved memories displayed in the upper left part of the effect display device 5, it is displayed in the upper left part of the effect display device 5 based on the specified number of reserved memories. Update the number of pending storage.

  After execution of S797 to S799, the effect control CPU 120 performs any one of S800 to S809 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 5 is controlled, and the effect symbol change display is realized. Control related to the change display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process.

  Fluctuation pattern designation command reception waiting process (S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 100. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern designation command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the change pattern designation 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 (S801).

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

  Production symbol variation processing (S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. Then, 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 (S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (S803): Control that stops the variation of the effect symbol and derives and displays the display result (stop symbol) based on the reception of the effect control command (design determination designation command) for instructing the stop of all symbols. I do. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display process (S804), the small hit display process (S807), or the variation pattern designation command reception waiting process (S800).

  Big hit display process (S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 5 of the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (S805).

  Big hit game processing (S805): Control during the big hit game is performed. For example, when receiving a special command during opening of the special prize opening or a designation command after opening the special prize opening, display control of the number of rounds in the effect display device 5 is performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (S806).

  Big hit end effect process (S806): The effect display device 5 performs display control for notifying the player that the big hit game state has ended, and if it is set, clears the prefetch effect limit flag. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern designation command reception waiting process (S800).

  Small hit display process (S807): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 5 of the occurrence of the small hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit game processing (S808).

  Small hit game processing (S808): Control during the small hit game is performed. For example, when a special command during opening of a special prize opening or a designation command after opening a special prize opening is received, display control or the like corresponding to a small hit in the effect display device 5 is performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect process (S809).

  Small hit end effect processing (S809): In the effect display device 5, display control is performed to notify the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern designation command reception waiting process (S800).

  27 and 28 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol variation start process (S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 120 first deletes the winning determination result, the prefetch target flag, the display mode flag, and the like stored in the active display storage buffer (S1800a). The winning determination result storage buffer No. The contents of one entry (storage area) (winning determination result, prefetch target flag, display mode flag) are shifted to the active display storage buffer, and the contents of the other winning determination result storage buffers are shifted (S1800b). In the case where the variable display of either the first special symbol or the second special symbol is preferentially executed, the effect control CPU 120 is synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol. When the effect symbol variation display is executed (specifically, when the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set), the first winning determination result storage buffer stores the first one. The contents are shifted to the active display storage buffer, and the other contents of the first winning determination result storage buffer are shifted. In addition, when the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol (specifically, when the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set), at the time of the second winning The first contents stored in the determination result storage buffer are shifted to the active display storage buffer, and the other contents of the second winning determination result storage buffer are shifted. The consumption hold display based on the contents of the active display storage buffer whose contents have been shifted in S1800b and the hold display based on the winning determination result storage buffer are the consumption hold display update process and the hold display of the effect control process next. It is displayed when the update process is executed.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the value of the shift number counter for specifying the change timing (number of shifts) is greater than 0 (S1801). The fact that the value of the shift counter is greater than 0 means that it has been decided to execute a pre-reading effect that changes the display mode for any of the hold displays displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Is shown. Therefore, in S1801, it is confirmed whether or not it is determined to execute the pre-reading effect (change the display mode of the hold display).

  If the value of the shift counter is not greater than 0 (N in S1801), that is, it is determined that the value of the shift counter is 0 and the prefetch effect is executed (the display mode of the hold display is changed). If not, the process proceeds to S1804.

  On the other hand, when the value of the shift counter is larger than 0 (Y in S1801), that is, when it is determined to execute the prefetch effect (change the display mode of the hold display), the effect control CPU 120. 1 is subtracted from the value of the effect total storage number counter (S1802). Next, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the value of the shift counter is 0 (S1803). If the value of the shift counter is 0 as a result of subtracting 1 from the value of the shift counter in S1802, the display mode of any of the hold displays displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D is changed. This indicates that it is time to execute the prefetching effect (starting variable display for executing the prefetching effect). Therefore, in S1803, it is confirmed whether or not it is the change timing of the prefetch effect that changes the display mode of the hold display.

  In S1803, if the value of the shift number counter is not 0, that is, if it is not the change timing of the prefetch effect that changes the display mode of the hold display, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S1804. On the other hand, when the value of the shift counter is 0, that is, when it is the change timing of the prefetch effect that changes the display mode of the hold display, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S1809.

  In S1804, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern designation command from the variation pattern designation command storage area (S1804).

  Next, the CPU 120 for effect control displays the display result of the effect symbol (ie, the received display result specifying command) according to the variation pattern specifying command read in S1804 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Stop symbol) is determined (S1805). That is, when the CPU 120 for effect control executes the processing of S1805, the display result of the variation display of the identification information (the stop symbol of the effect symbol) according to the variation display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variation display pattern determination means. Display result determination means for determining () is realized. The effect control CPU 120 stores the data indicating the determined effect stop symbol in the effect symbol display result storage area.

  An example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 5 will be described below. In this example, when the received display result designation command indicates a normal jackpot (when the received display result designation command is a display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 120 has three symbols as stop symbols. A combination of effect symbols arranged in an even number of symbols (a stop symbol reminiscent of occurrence of a normal jackpot) is determined. When the received display result designation command indicates a probable big hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 3 designation command), the effect control CPU 120 uses 3 symbols as stop symbols as odd symbols (probability variation). The combination of effect symbols arranged in a stop symbol reminiscent of the occurrence of a big hit) is determined. When the received display result designation command suddenly shows a probable big hit or small hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command), the effect control CPU 120 For example, as the stop symbols, the combination of effect symbols aligned with chance symbols arranged in a staircase pattern such as “1”, “2”, “3”, “4”, “5”, and “6” as three symbols is determined. And in the case of detachment (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. When the received display result designation command suddenly shows a probable big hit or small hit (when the received display result designation command is a display result 4 designation command or a display result 5 designation command), the effect control CPU 120. Determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as stop symbols. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 5 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol.

  The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of the effect symbols and the numerical value are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

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

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a storage area in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b (S1806a). If there is no save area in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b (S1806a; N), the process proceeds to S1806b, and the winning determination result storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b. If there is a storage area in which the prefetch target flag is set (S1806a; Y), it is determined whether or not the value of the shift counter is greater than 0 (S1806c). When the value of the shift counter is greater than 0 (S1806c; Y), the process proceeds to S1821, and when the value of the shift counter is not greater than 0 (S1806c; N), the process proceeds to S1806g.

  In S1806b, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b (S1806b). When the prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b (S1806b; Y), the process proceeds to S1806g, and the prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800b. If not (S1806b; N), the process proceeds to S1806d.

  In S1806d, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is a super-reach variation pattern, that is, the variation pattern of the variation display to be started is the super-reach variation pattern. It is determined whether or not (S1806d). When the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is not a super reach variation pattern (S1806d; N), the process proceeds to S1806g, and the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is the super reach variation pattern. (S1806d; Y), that is, it is determined not to execute the prefetching effect in S67104 of the prefetching effect determination process in spite of the super reach, and the summed hold storage display unit 5D has a special mode. If there is no hold display displayed, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the display mode re-lottery determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and redraws the display mode of the consumption hold display using the re-lottery table. (Re-determine) (S1806e . In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as display mode re-lottery determination random numbers that can be taken by the effect control CPU 120.

  In the present embodiment, the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined by re-drawing and determining on the condition that there is no hold display displayed in the special mode. The display mode of the consumption hold display may be determined again by lottery regardless of whether there is a hold display displayed in a special mode. In addition, in this embodiment, a mode in which the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined again by lottery on the condition that the consumption hold display is not a prefetch target, that is, the display mode of the consumption hold display is the normal mode is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the consumption hold display is a prefetch target, that is, even if the display mode of the consumption hold display is a special mode, the display mode of the consumption hold display is redrawn. And may be determined. In this case, whether or not to change the display mode of the consumption hold display to a special mode with a high expectation level that is a big hit may be determined by redrawing, or the display mode of the consumption hold display may be a big hit. Whether or not to change to a special mode with low expectation may be determined by redrawing. In addition, as described above, when the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined again by drawing regardless of whether or not the hold display displayed in the special mode exists, or when the consumption hold display is a prefetch target If the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined again by lottery, the display mode of the consumption hold display may be determined again by lottery every time the variable display is executed.

  FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram of a re-lottery table. In S1806e, the effect control CPU 120 uses the re-lottery table shown in FIG. 30 to re-lot the display mode of the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F. Specifically, based on the winning determination result stored in the active display storage buffer and the extracted display mode re-lot determination random number, the consumption is suspended at a rate determined for each winning determination result in the re-lottery table. The display mode of the display is drawn again. For example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “out of” (corresponding to the winning determination result 1 designation to the winning determination result 7 designation), 30 pieces without change. Since the judgment value is set to 35 for the first special mode, 20 for the second special mode, 10 for the third special mode, and 5 for the fourth special mode, the CPU 120 for effect control has 30 The display mode of the consumption hold display is unchanged at the rate of%, that is, the normal mode is determined, the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined as the first special mode at the rate of 35%, and the consumption hold display is set at the rate of 20%. Is determined as the second special mode, the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined as the third special mode at a rate of 10%, and the display mode of the consumption hold display is determined as the fourth special mode at the rate of 5% To do.

  Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit” (corresponding to the winning determination result 8 designation to the winning determination result 12 designation). Because there are 5 judgment values without change, 10 for the first special mode, 20 for the second special mode, 30 for the third special mode, and 35 for the fourth special mode. The production control CPU 120 does not change the display mode of the consumption hold display at a rate of 5%, that is, determines the normal mode, determines the display mode of the consumption hold display at the rate of 10% as the first special mode, The display mode of consumption hold display is determined as the second special mode at a rate of 20%, the display mode of consumption hold display is determined as the third special mode at the rate of 30%, and the display of the consumption hold display is set at a rate of 35% The mode is determined as the fourth special mode.

  That is, in this embodiment, the display mode of the consumption hold display is re-drawn (when re-determined), and the determination result at the time of winning is “normal big hit or“ probability big hit ”than when the winning determination result is“ out of place ”. In such a case, the display mode of the consumption hold display is redetermined as a special mode at a higher rate. In addition, when the display mode of the consumption hold display is re-determined to the special mode, when the winning determination result is “out”, it is determined at the highest rate in the first special mode. The second special mode is determined at a lower rate than the first special mode, the third special mode is determined at a lower rate than the second special mode, and the fourth special mode is determined. It is determined at the lowest rate. On the contrary, when the determination result at the time of winning is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit”, the fourth special mode is determined at the highest rate, and the third special mode is more than the fourth special mode. Is determined at a lower rate, the second special mode is determined at a lower rate than the third special mode, and the first special mode is determined at the lowest rate. It has become.

  For this reason, when the display mode of the consumption hold display changes to the special mode, when the display mode of the consumption hold display changes to the fourth special mode, the variation display result is “normal big hit” or “probability big hit”. When the ratio is high and then the display mode of the consumption hold display changes to the third special mode, the display mode of the consumption hold display changes to the second special mode, the display mode of the consumption hold display changes to the first special mode In the order of change, the rate at which the fluctuation display result becomes “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit” decreases. In addition, when the display mode of the consumption hold display does not change from the normal mode, the ratio that the fluctuation display result becomes “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” is the lowest. Therefore, expectation that the display mode of the consumption suspension display changes to the second special mode than the first special mode, the third special mode than the second special mode, and the fourth special mode than the third special mode becomes a big hit The degree can be increased, and even in a state where the pre-reading effect is not executed, the player can be noted about the change in the display mode of the consumption hold display.

  After executing S1806e, the effect control CPU 120 sets the display mode flag in the active display storage buffer to the value determined in S1806e and reported to the display mode, and proceeds to S1806g (S1806f). The display mode of the consumption hold display is updated when the effect control CPU 120 executes the process of S797 (consumption hold display update process).

  In S1806g, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern and proceeds to S1812 (S1806g).

  The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 5 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. In the display control execution data, the display of the hold display including the form of each change constituting the change form during the change display time (the change time) of the change display of the effect symbol and the prefetch effect form in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Data indicating the mode, data indicating the display mode of the consumption hold display in the consumption hold active display area 5F, data indicating the mode of the suggestive effect, and the like are described. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 5 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table, and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. In addition, even if it corresponds to the production control process timer determination value, the data corresponding to the production parts that are not to be controlled (for example, the prefetch production described in the display control execution data of the process table used when the prefetch production is not executed) Dummy data (data for which no control is specified) may be set in (data indicating the mode).

  These process tables are stored in the ROM of the effect control board 12. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

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

  In S1809, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern designation command from the variation pattern designation command storage area (S1809). Then, according to the variation pattern designation command read in S1809 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command), the display result of the effect symbol (stop symbol) as in S1805. ) Is determined (S1810), and whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1809 is a shortened non-reach or special hit variation pattern, that is, a variation pattern having a sufficient period for performing the suggested effect It is determined whether or not (S1811a). When the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1809 is a shortened non-reach or special variation variation pattern (S1811a; Y), the suggested effect at the time of changing the display mode of the hold display is re-determined to be non-executed ( The execution of the suggestion effect is canceled), and the fact that the suggestion effect has been determined to be non-executed is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the process proceeds to S1811c (S1811b). If the fluctuation pattern indicated by the fluctuation pattern designation command read in S1809 is not a shortened non-reach or special hit fluctuation pattern (S1811a; N), the process proceeds to S1811c without going through S1811b.

  In S1811c, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the presence / absence of execution of the suggestion effect, the suggestion effect pattern, and the variation pattern, and proceeds to S1812 (S1811c).

  In S1821, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is a shortened non-reach or special variation pattern, that is, a sufficient period for executing the suggestion effect. It is determined whether or not the variation pattern has (S1821). When the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is a shortened non-reach or special hit variation pattern (S1821; Y), the flow proceeds to S1826, and the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command read in S1804 is the variation pattern. When it is not a shortened non-reach or special fluctuation pattern (S1821; N), the effect control CPU 120 extracts the suggested effect execution determination random number from the random number circuit 124, and stores the pre-read target flag in the reserved memory. Based on the winning determination result, it is determined whether or not the suggestion effect is executed in the variable display in which the display mode of the hold display does not change (S1822). In the present embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as the suggestion effect execution determination random numbers that the effect control CPU 120 can take.

  FIG. 29A is an explanatory diagram of a non-change timing suggestion effect execution determination table. In S1822, the effect control CPU 120 uses the non-change timing suggestion effect execution determination determination table shown in FIG. 29A to execute the suggestion effect in the variable display (non-change timing) in which the display mode of the hold display does not change. Determine whether or not. Specifically, it is determined for each winning determination result in the non-change timing suggesting effect execution determination determination table based on the winning determination result of the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set and the extracted random number for determining the suggestion effect execution. It is determined whether or not the suggestion effect is executed at the ratio obtained. For example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “out of” (corresponding to the winning determination result 1 designation to the winning determination result 7 designation), the suggestion effect is executed. Since 20 determination values are set for the non-execution of the suggestion effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines the execution of the suggestion effect at a rate of 20%, and the non-impact effect non-execution at a rate of 80%. Decide on execution. Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit” (corresponding to the winning determination result 8 designation to the winning determination result 12 designation). Since the determination value of 80 is set for execution of the suggestion effect and 20 determination values are set for the non-execution of the suggestion effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines the execution of the suggestion effect at a rate of 80%. The non-execution of the suggestion effect is decided at a rate of%. Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit” (corresponding to the winning determination result 13 designation), the suggested effect is displayed. Since 50 judgment values are set for execution and 50 for non-execution of the suggestion effect, the CPU 120 for effect control determines execution of the suggestion effect at a rate of 50% and suggests the effect at a rate of 50%. Determine non-execution.

  By providing such a feature, if the determination result at the time of winning the reserved memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is “normal big hit” or “probability big hit”, the prestore target flag in which the prefetch target flag is set is stored. Compared with the case where the determination result at the time of winning is “out of”, the ratio of executing the suggestion effect is higher. For this reason, in this embodiment, even if the display mode of the hold display does not change, it is possible to suggest that a big hit occurs in the variable display of the prefetch effect target depending on whether or not the suggestion effect is executed. ing. For this reason, in this embodiment, even if the display mode of the hold display does not change, the player can be focused on whether or not the suggestion effect is executed.

  After execution of S1822, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not execution of the suggestion effect has been determined in S1822 (S1823). When the non-execution of the suggestion effect is determined in S1822 (S1823; N), the process proceeds to S1826, and when the execution of the suggestion effect is determined in S1822 (S1823; Y), the effect control CPU 120 starts from the random number circuit 124. The random number for suggestion effect pattern determination is extracted, and the suggestion effect pattern in the variable display (non-change timing) in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is determined (S1824). In this embodiment, 100 numerical values from 1 to 100 are set as random numbers for suggestion effect pattern determination that the effect control CPU 120 can take.

  FIG. 29B is an explanatory diagram showing a non-change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table used when determining the suggestion effect pattern in variable display (non-change timing) in which the display mode of the hold display does not change in S1824. In S1824, the effect control CPU 120 determines the suggested effect pattern using the non-change timing suggested effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, based on the extracted random number for suggestion effect pattern determination, the suggestion effect pattern is determined at a ratio determined in the non-change timing suggestion effect pattern determination table. For example, since 90 determination values are set for the pattern 31 and 10 determination values are set for the pattern 32, the effect control CPU 120 determines the suggested effect pattern as the pattern 31 at a rate of 90%, and 10% The suggestive effect pattern is determined as the pattern 32 at the ratio of

  Of the effect patterns 31 and 32 of the suggestion effect at the non-change timing, the pattern 31 has a black arrow (first effect mode) flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the black arrow is a notice effect. It is a pattern in which the display control which passes without sticking to the hold display of an aspect is performed. In the pattern 32, display control is executed in which a white arrow (second effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the white arrow passes through the reserved display in the notice effect mode. Pattern.

  That is, in the present embodiment, when the suggestion effect is executed in the variable display in which the display mode of the hold display is changed, the ratio in which the first suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode (FIG. 25C and FIG. Compared with the pattern 11, pattern 13, pattern 21, and pattern 23) shown in 25 (D), the suggestion effect is the first effect mode when the suggestion effect is executed in the variable display in which the display mode of the hold display does not change. The execution ratio (pattern 31 shown in FIG. 29B) is set high. For this reason, in this example, since the display mode of the hold display changes at a higher rate when the presentation mode of the suggestion stage is the second stage of production than when the first stage of production is the first stage of production, the player is suggested. It is possible to pay attention to the effect mode of the effect.

  In this embodiment, when determining the effect pattern of the suggestion effect at the non-change timing, the suggestion effect pattern is always determined as the pattern 31 at a rate of 90%, and the suggestion effect pattern is changed into the pattern 32 at a rate of 10%. Although the form to determine is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, When determining these suggestion effect patterns from the pattern 31 and the pattern 32, the determination result at the time of winning of the reservation memory for prefetching is The suggestive effect pattern may be determined at a different ratio depending on whether it is “big hit” or “out of game”. In particular, when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is “big hit”, the suggested effect pattern is changed to the pattern 32 at a higher rate than when the prefetch target hold memory determination result of the prefetch target is “out”. By determining, it may be possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the change display result of the prefetch target will be “big hit”.

  Further, in this embodiment, when determining the effect pattern of the suggestion effect at the non-change timing, the suggestion effect pattern is always determined to be the pattern 31 at a rate of 90%, and the suggestion effect pattern is changed to the pattern 32 at a rate of 10%. Although the form to determine is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, When determining these suggestion production patterns from the pattern 31 and the pattern 32, the display aspect of the hold display of the hold memory of a prefetch object The suggestive effect pattern may be determined at a different rate depending on whether or not the value changes twice. In particular, when the display mode of the hold display of the hold memory to be prefetched changes twice, the suggestion effect pattern is changed to the pattern 32 at a higher rate than when the display mode of the hold display of the hold memory to be prefetched changes once. By determining, it may be possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the display mode of the hold display of the hold memory to be prefetched changes twice.

  After executing S1824, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the suggested effect pattern and the variation pattern, and proceeds to S1812 (S1825). In S1826, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern and proceeds to S1812 (S1806g).

  Next, in S1812, the effect control CPU 120 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (S1812).

  In addition, the CPU 120 for effect control is based on the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, and sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8R, 8L as effect parts is executed (S1813). For example, in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 5, a command is output to the display control unit 123. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. Further, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound control board 13 in order to perform sound output from the speakers 8R, 8L.

  In the present embodiment, the production control CPU 120 controls the production pattern to be displayed in a variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern designation command in a one-to-one manner. However, the production control CPU 120 performs the variation pattern designation. The variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the command.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the change time specified by the change pattern designation command in the change time timer (S1814), and sets the value of the effect control process flag to the effect symbol changing process (S802). The corresponding value is set to a corresponding value, and the effect symbol variation start process is terminated (S1815).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation in-process (S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (S1841) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (S1842). When the process timer times out (S1843; Y), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (S1844). Further, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (S1845). If the process timer has not timed out (S1843; N), the process proceeds to S1849.

  After execution of S1845, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a pending storage in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer (S1846a). If there is no hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer, the process proceeds to S1849, and if there is a hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer, The control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the shift number counter is 0, that is, whether or not the variable display that changes the display mode of the hold display in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is being executed. Determination is made (S1846b). When the value of the shift number counter is not 0, the process proceeds to S1849. When the value of the shift number counter is 0, the first change timing of the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set. It is determined whether or not (S1846c).

  When it is the first change timing of the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set (S1846c; Y), the display mode change count stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is further referred to. It is determined whether or not the number of display mode changes is 2 (S1846d). When the number of display mode changes is 1 (S1846d; N), the CPU 120 for effect control responds to the display mode flag of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination determination storage buffer according to the final display mode. The value is set and the process proceeds to S1849 (S1846e). When the number of display mode changes is two (S1846d; Y), the effect control CPU 120 uses the display destination flag in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination storage buffer. A value corresponding to is set, and the flow proceeds to S1849 (S1846f).

  In S1846c, if it is not the first display mode change timing (S1846c; N), the effect control CPU 120 is the second change timing of the display mode of the hold display in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set. It is determined whether or not there is (S1847). When it is the second change timing of the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set (S1847; Y), the effect control CPU 120 sets the prefetch target flag in the winning determination determination storage buffer. A value corresponding to the final display mode is set in the display mode flag of the held storage, and the process proceeds to S1849 (S1848). If not (S1847; N), the process proceeds to S1849 without going through S1848.

  In addition, after execution of S1846e, S1846f, or S1848, the display mode of the hold display for the pre-reading notice is updated when the effect control CPU 120 executes the hold display update process.

  Next, if the variation time timer has timed out (S1849), the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (S803) (S1851). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (S1850), the process proceeds to S1851. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the design confirmation designation command is received, the control shifts to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern designation command indicating a long variation time due to noise between boards is received Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  In the present embodiment, the determination process including whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect based on the reception of the winning determination result designation command is executed in the pre-reading effect determining process. You may make it perform in the process during a fluctuation | variation. For example, it is possible to execute a determination process including whether to perform a pre-reading effect by including a process of monitoring the winning determination result storage buffer in the effect symbol variation process.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set, the confirmed command reception flag is cleared. (S852), control for deriving and displaying a stop symbol is performed according to the data (data indicating the stop symbol) stored in the effect symbol display result storage area (S853). Next, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not it is determined to be a big hit (S855a). Whether or not it is determined to be a big hit can be confirmed by, for example, a display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. In the present embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit based on the determined stop symbol. If it is determined to be a big hit, the process proceeds to S858, and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display process (S804).

  On the other hand, if it is not determined to be a big hit, it is further confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit (S855b). Whether or not it is determined to be a small hit can be confirmed by, for example, a display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. In the present embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a small hit based on the determined stop symbol. If it is determined to be a small hit, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit display process (S807) (S856).

  When it is determined that neither big hit nor small hit is made (N in S855b), the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern designation command reception waiting process (S800). (S857).

  In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 ends the change (change display) of the effect symbols on the condition that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received (see S851 and S853). However, if the variation time timer based on the received variation pattern designation command times out, control may be performed so as to end the variation of the effect symbol without receiving the symbol determination designation command. In that case, the game control microcomputer 100 may not transmit the symbol determination designation command for designating the end of the variable display.

  Next, a specific example of the pre-reading effect will be described with reference to FIGS. As shown in FIG. 33 (A), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, and two reserved displays are displayed in a normal manner (circular in this example) on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. In addition, when the start winning is performed when the display of the total number of pending displayed in the upper left portion of the effect display device 5 is “2”, a prefetch effect mode (effect pattern, final display mode, route destination) (Display mode, change timing) and mode of suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. Further, the display of the total number of pending displayed in the upper left part of the effect display device 5 is updated to “3”. In the example shown in FIG. 33, the final display mode is determined to be any of the first special mode to the fourth special mode, and the change timing is determined to be 0 (at the time of starting winning).

  In this case, as shown in FIGS. 33 (B) to 33 (E), the hold display corresponding to the fluctuating display (hold storage) to be notified is the third hold display at the start winning prize timing. It is displayed in any one of the first special mode to the fourth special mode.

  In the example shown in FIG. 34, the final display mode is determined as one of the first special mode to the fourth special mode, and the change timing is determined to be 2 (the number of shifts is 2). 34 (A) and 34 (B), as in FIGS. 33 (A) and 33 (B), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable state, and the summation pending storage display unit 5D The two winning indications are displayed in a normal manner (in this example, circular), and the start winning is performed when the indication of the total number of holdings displayed on the upper left portion of the effect display device 5 is “2”. Then, the mode of the pre-reading effect (effect pattern, final display mode, route destination display mode, change timing) and the mode of the suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. Further, the display of the total number of pending displayed in the upper left part of the effect display device 5 is updated to “3”.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (C), when the production symbol is stopped at the combination indicating the deviation and the variable display is ended, the first hold display of the combined hold storage display unit 5D is displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F. While shifting, the second and subsequent hold displays in the combined hold storage display section 5D are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the next variable display is started.

  If execution of the suggestion effect is determined in the first effect mode (pattern 31) at the start of the variable display, the effect display device 5 is used as shown in FIGS. 34 (D) and 34 (E). The display control of the suggestion effect is started in the first effect mode. Note that the variation display is not a variation display in which the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes, and therefore, the black arrow flying as the first effect mode passes through the pre-read target hold display without being stuck.

  If the execution of the suggestion effect is determined in the second effect mode (pattern 32) at the start of the variable display, the effect display device 5 is used as shown in FIGS. 34 (F) and 34 (G). The display control of the suggestion effect is started in the second effect mode. Note that the variable display is not a variable display in which the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes, so that the white arrow flying as the second effect mode passes through the pre-read target hold display without being stabbed.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 35 (A), when the effect display is stopped at a combination that shows a loss and the variable display is finished, the first hold display of the combined hold storage display portion 5D is again the consumption hold active display area 5F. , The second and subsequent hold displays in the combined hold storage display section 5D are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the variable display in which the display mode of the hold display to be prefetched is started.

  When the variable display that changes the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is started, the suggestion effect is started with the pattern determined at the time of starting winning in the effect display device 5. In the example shown in FIG. 35B, the suggestive effect pattern is any one of pattern 11, pattern 13, pattern 21, and pattern 23.

  Since the variation display is a variation display in which the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes, as shown in FIGS. 35 (B) and 35 (C), the effect display device 5 has a first suggestion effect. When the black arrow flying from the right side of the display area pierces the hold display of the prefetch target, the display mode of the prefetch target hold display changes to a special mode (the first special mode in the example shown in FIG. 35C). .

  If the suggestion effect pattern is determined to be the pattern 11, as shown in FIGS. 35D and 35E, after a predetermined time has elapsed since the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is changed. (In this embodiment, 2 seconds after the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes) As a second suggestion effect, a black arrow flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 becomes the pre-read target hold display. By sticking, the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is further changed (changed to the fourth special mode in the example shown in FIG. 35E). On the other hand, when the effect pattern of the suggestion effect is determined to be the pattern 21, as shown in FIG. 35D and FIG. 35F, the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 as the second suggestion effect. The black arrow that flew from the lane passes without sticking to the hold display to be read ahead.

  Similarly, when the suggestion effect pattern is determined to be pattern 13, as shown in FIGS. 35 (G) and 35 (H), a predetermined time has elapsed since the display mode of the hold-read display subject to prefetching has changed. After (in this embodiment, 2 seconds after the display mode of the hold display for the prefetch target is changed), as a second suggestion effect, the white arrow flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 is the hold display of the prefetch target The display mode of the hold display of the prefetch target is further changed (in the example shown in FIG. 35H, the fourth special mode is changed). On the other hand, if the effect pattern of the suggestive effect is determined as the pattern 23, as shown in FIGS. 35 (G) and 35 (I), the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 as the second suggestive effect. The white arrow that flew from the point passes without being stuck in the pre-read hold display.

  If the pattern 14 is determined as the suggestion effect pattern, after the FIG. 34 (E) or FIG. 34 (G), as shown in FIG. When the variable display is finished, the first hold display of the combined hold storage display unit 5D is shifted again to the consumption hold active display area 5F, and the second and subsequent hold displays of the combined hold storage display unit 5D are added together. The display is shifted in the hold storage display unit 5D, and the variable display in which the display mode of the hold display to be read ahead is changed is started.

  Then, when the variable display that changes the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is started, as shown in FIGS. 36 (B) and 36 (C), the effect display device 5 produces an effect display as the first suggestion effect. When the white arrow flying from the right side of the display area of the apparatus 5 is stuck in the hold display of the prefetch target, the display mode of the prefetch target hold display changes (in the example shown in FIG. 36C, the first special mode changes). ) Furthermore, as shown in FIGS. 36 (D) and 36 (E), after a predetermined time elapses after the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes (in this embodiment, the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes). 2 seconds later) As a second suggestion effect, a white arrow flying from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 pierces the hold display of the prefetch target, so that the display mode of the prefetch target hold display is further increased It changes (in the example shown in FIG. 36E, it changes to the fourth special mode). In the pattern in which white arrows fly in the first suggestion effect and the second suggestion effect, there is no pattern in which the white arrow passes without sticking to the pre-read target hold display when the second suggestion effect is executed. That is, the pattern 14 in which the white arrows fly in the first suggestion effect and the second suggestion effect is a pattern in which the display mode of the hold display to be prefetched always changes twice.

  Note that, as shown in FIGS. 37 (A) and 37 (B), the variable display in which the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes is shortened non-reach (variable time 2 seconds) or the special hit variable display (variable time). 5 seconds), as shown in FIGS. 37 (C) and 37 (D), the suggestion effect is redetermined to be non-executed, and only the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is changed. When the variable display in which the display mode of the pre-read target hold display changes is shortened non-reach or special hit, for example, the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is 0.5 seconds after the start of the variable display and 1 Change it in seconds.

  FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram for redetermining the display mode of the consumption hold display by re-lotting. In FIGS. 38 (A) and 38 (B), similar to FIGS. 34 (A) and 34 (B), the effect display device 5 is displaying the variation of the effect symbols, and the summation pending storage display unit 5D. Are displayed in the normal mode (circular in this example), and when the display of the total number of holds displayed in the upper left portion of the effect display device 5 is “2”, a start winning is performed. As a result, a pre-reading effect mode (effect pattern, final display mode, via-destination display mode, change timing) and a suggestion effect mode are determined. At this time, in the example shown in FIG. 38B, the winning determination result is super reach (super reach out or per super reach), and the pre-reading effect is determined to be non-executed.

  In such a case, as shown in FIG. 38 (C) and FIG. 38 (D), the determination result at the time of winning is determined to be super reach (super reach out or per super reach) after the display of three fluctuations is completed. When the hold display based on the held storage is shifted from the combined hold storage display unit 5D to the consumption hold active display area 5F, it is re-lottered to which special mode the display mode of the consumption hold display is changed. When it is determined that the display mode of the consumption hold display is changed to any special mode in the re-lottery, the display mode of the consumption hold display is shown in the special mode (see FIG. 38D) determined in the re-lottery. The example changes to the fourth special mode).

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, even if the display mode of the hold display changes once during the fluctuation of 1, the display mode of the hold display may further change during the change. The player's expectation can be maintained when the display mode of the hold display changes a plurality of times, and the rate at which the display mode of the hold display changes a plurality of times varies depending on the combination of the effect modes of the effect effect. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the combination of the effect modes of the action effect, and to improve the gaming interest.

  In addition, the variable display corresponding display can be displayed in an appropriate display mode based on the determination result in the re-lottery table.

  In addition, since the display mode of the hold display may change a plurality of times during the variable display except at the start of the variable display or at the end of the variable display, the player can be focused on the hold display during the variable display.

  In addition, since the player can be focused on the number of times of variable display in which the hold display changes a plurality of times, the gaming interest can be improved.

  Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to these embodiments, and modifications and additions within the scope of the present invention are included in the present invention. It is.

  Further, in the embodiment, when the value of the shift counter is not 0, that is, in the variable display that is not the change timing of the display mode of the pre-read target hold display (the change display of the non-change timing), the suggested effect is the pattern 31 or the pattern. Although the black arrow or the white arrow flew only once from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 by executing with 32 suggestive effect patterns, the present invention is not limited to this. As shown in FIG. 39 as modified example 1, in the variable display that is not the change timing of the display mode of the pre-read target hold display, as in the case of the variable display that is the change timing of the display mode of the pre-read target hold display, An arrow may fly twice from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. In the embodiment, when the white arrow jumps twice from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 (pattern 14), the prefetch target hold display always changes twice, so the prefetch target hold display. When the arrow flies twice from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 in the variable display which is not the change timing of the display mode, FIG. 39 (B), FIG. 39 (C) or FIG. 39 (D), FIG. As shown in (E), after the display of the first flying arrow is controlled with a black arrow (first effect mode) or a white arrow (second effect mode), FIG. 39 (F) and FIG. 39 (G ), The second flying arrow may be displayed with a black arrow (first effect mode).

  Moreover, in the said Example, in the variable display which is a change timing of the display mode of the hold display of a prefetch object, the arrow which jumped 1st time from the right side of the display area of the production | presentation display apparatus 5 necessarily acts on the hold display of a prefetch object. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as shown in FIG. 40 as a second modification, the change in the display mode of the hold display to be prefetched is shown. In the variable display, which is the timing, the arrow flying the first time from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 passes without acting on the pre-read target hold display, and the second time from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5. There may be provided a form (a suggestive effect pattern) in which the flying arrow acts on the hold display to be prefetched to change the display form of the hold display. In the embodiment, when the white arrow jumps twice from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 (pattern 14), the prefetch target hold display always changes twice, so the prefetch target hold display. When the arrow that flies for the first time from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 does not act on the pre-read target hold display in the variable display that is the change timing of the display mode of FIG. ) Or as shown in FIG. 40 (D), FIG. 40 (E), after the display control of the arrow flying first time with the black arrow (first effect mode) or the white arrow (second effect mode), As shown in FIGS. 40 (F) and 40 (G), it is only necessary to display-control the arrow that has come the second time and acts on the pre-read target hold display with a black arrow (first effect mode).

  In addition, as described above, in the case of providing a form in which the first flying arrow passes without acting on the pre-read target hold display, the type of the second flying arrow is the first flying arrow. If it is of the same type, it always acts on the hold display, or conversely, if the type of the arrow flying the second time is different from the arrow flying the first time, it always works on the hold display. As described above, a definite pattern that always acts on the hold display may be provided for the second time depending on the combination of the type of the arrow that is flying the first time and the type of the arrow that is flying the second time.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when it determines with changing the display mode of the hold display of a prefetch object twice, in the fluctuation display of the change timing of the display mode of a prefetch object, it is 3 seconds and 6 seconds after a change display start. Although the form which changes the display mode of the hold display of a prefetch object is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, As a modification 3, when the display mode of the hold display of a prefetch object is changed twice. When it is determined, in the variation display of the change timing of the display mode of the prefetch target, the timing of changing the display mode of the prefetch target may be determined from three or more timings from the start of the variation display. When the second timing for changing the display mode of the prefetch target is determined from three or more timings after the start of the variable display in this way, the display result of the variable display based on the hold storage of the prefetch target hold display is a big hit. Depending on whether or not, the determination ratio for determining 2 timings from 3 or more timings may be different. By doing in this way, the player can be focused on the timing at which the hold display changes a plurality of times, so that it is possible to improve the gaming interest.

  In other words, in the case described above, the effect that the flying arrow acts on the pre-read target hold display is executed at the timing of 2 determined to change the display mode of the pre-read target hold display. Since a plurality of generation timings of action effects (suggest effects) are provided, and the rate at which the pre-read target hold display changes according to the occurrence timings of these action effects (suggest effects), these effect effects (suggest effects) You can also improve the entertainment interests of. In this case, not only the rate of change differs depending on the generation timing of the action effect (suggested effect), but also the rate of change of the display mode twice may be different.

  Moreover, in the said Example, as a production | presentation aspect of a suggestion production | presentation, the 1st production aspect from which the black arrow flies from the right side of the display area of the production | presentation display apparatus 5, and the white arrow flies from the right side of the display area of the production | presentation display apparatus 5. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and three or more types of suggestive effects may be provided. In addition, when providing three or more types of effect forms of the suggestion effect, suggestion effect patterns other than the patterns 11 to 14, the patterns 21 to 23, the pattern 31, and the pattern 32 are provided by a combination of these three or more effect modes. May be.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which makes the display aspect of the consumption pending | holding display corresponding to the variable display in process the same aspect as the display aspect of a pending | holding display was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this. The display mode of the consumption hold display may be a display mode in which at least one of the elements such as the size, shape, and color scheme is different from the display mode of the hold display.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the variation pattern of the started variation display was a super reach variation pattern, the form which determines the display mode of a consumption suspension display by re-lottery was illustrated, but this invention is limited to this. However, the redrawing of the display mode of the consumption hold display may not be executed. Further, when the redrawing of the display mode of the consumption hold display is not executed, the consumption hold display itself may not be displayed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which changes the pending | holding display of prefetching object during the variable display was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, When changing the display mode of the pending | holding display of prefetching object The display mode may be changed at the start of the variable display, at the end of the variable display, or when the hold display is shifted. If it is determined that the display mode of the hold display for the prefetch target is changed twice, the prefetch target is held at any one of the start of the variable display, the end of the variable display, and the shift of the hold display. The display mode of the display may be changed once, and the display mode of the hold display to be prefetched may be further changed during the variable display. Also, at the start of the variable display, at the end of the variable display, the shift of the hold display You may make it change the display mode of the hold display of prefetching object at any 2 timing of time.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which changes the display mode of a prefetch hold | maintenance display to 2 times during 1 fluctuation display was shown, this invention is not limited to this, The display mode of a prefetch hold | pause display is shown. You may make it change 3 times or more during 1 fluctuation display.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when performing the prefetching production | presentation, although the form which changes the display mode of the hold display of prefetching object to the last display mode during the 1 fluctuation display was illustrated, this invention is limited to this. Instead, when the pre-reading effect is executed, the display mode of the pre-read target hold display may be changed stepwise toward the final display mode over a plurality of variable displays. In addition, when the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is gradually changed to the final display mode over a plurality of variable displays in this manner, the pre-read target hold display in each variable display is further changed. It is possible to determine whether or not to change the display mode twice, and the variable display result based on the hold storage of the pre-read target hold display according to the number of variable display times the pre-read target hold display display mode has changed twice is a big hit The ratio may be different. That is, in this way, the final display mode is the same by changing the rate at which the variable display result based on the hold storage of the hold display to be prefetched differs according to the number of times the display mode has changed twice. Even so, the degree of expectation that the fluctuation display result based on the hold storage of the hold display to be prefetched differs depending on the number of times of change display whose display mode has changed twice. Furthermore, the timing at which these two changes in the display mode occurred, for example, at the timing displayed near the consumption pending active display area 5F as in the above embodiment, By making the ratio of the variable display result a big hit, even if the final display mode and the number of variable displays that have been changed twice are the same, depending on when these two changes have occurred The expectation that the variable display result based on the hold storage of the hold display of the prefetch target may be different.

  Moreover, in the said Example, only one of a black arrow (1st effect mode) and a white arrow (2nd effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display apparatus 5 as an effect mode of a suggestion effect. Although the present invention is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and as an effect mode of the suggestion effect, an effect mode in which both a black arrow and a white arrow fly from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5 It may be provided. By doing in this way, a player can be made to pay attention to which of a black arrow and a white arrow stabs (acts) on a pre-read target hold display.

  Moreover, in the said Example, only one of a black arrow (1st effect mode) and a white arrow (2nd effect mode) comes from the right side of the display area of the effect display apparatus 5 as an effect mode of a suggestion effect. Although the form to do was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, As a production | presentation aspect of a suggestion production | presentation, after a black arrow (1st production | presentation aspect) flies from the right side of the display area of the production | presentation display apparatus 5, Furthermore, a white arrow (second effect mode) may fly from the right side of the display area of the effect display device 5, and the white arrow may overtake the black arrow and stab (act) on a pre-read target hold display. . By doing this, after the player recognizes that the display mode of the pre-read target hold display is unlikely to change due to the black arrow flying first, the white arrow will actually fly so that the pre-read target hold display Since the player can be re-recognized that the display mode is easily changed, the gaming interest can be improved.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is illustrated as an example of the gaming machine, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a predetermined number of gaming balls are inside the gaming machine. The number of loaned balls that are encapsulated in a circulating manner and lent out in response to a loan request from a player, and the number of prize balls awarded in response to a prize are added, while the number of game balls used in the game is subtracted. The present invention can also be applied to so-called enclosed game machines that are stored in the memory. In these enclosed game machines, not the game ball but points and points are given to the player, so these points and points assigned correspond to the game value.

  Further, in this embodiment, in order to notify the effect control CPU 120 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time and the type of reach effect, an example of transmitting one change pattern designation command when starting change. Although shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control CPU 120 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the CPU 103 uses the first command to indicate, for example, the variation time and variation mode before reaching reach (when not reaching, before the so-called second stop). The second command indicates the variation time and variation mode after reaching the reach (after the so-called second stop if the reach is not reached), such as the type of reach and the presence / absence of the re-lottery effect. A command may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands.

  The CPU 103 may notify the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control CPU 120 may select a specific change mode executed at each timing. When two commands are sent, the two commands may be transmitted within the same timer interrupt. After the first command is transmitted, a predetermined period elapses (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. Thus, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern designation command can be reduced.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which launches a game ball from the downward direction rather than a game area | region with the hitting ball launcher was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, For example, the said hitting ball launcher is set to the pachinko gaming machine 1 The game ball may be launched from a position above the game area by providing it at a position above the game area.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which only a big hit that can acquire a large number of game balls is generated by opening a big winning opening in the big hit game, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the probability variation jackpot B is suddenly shortened due to the occurrence of the probability variation jackpot B by making the opening time of the big prize opening in the round game extremely short so that the player does not recognize that the big prize opening has been opened. It is good also as a sudden big hit that makes it appear as if it is in a probable state. In addition, when these probability variation big hits B are used as sudden big hits, a small hit that opens the big prize opening with the same opening pattern as the opening pattern of the big prize opening in the big hit game of the probability variation big hit B is provided. A state (so-called latent state) in which it is unknown whether the gaming state after the occurrence of the probable big hit B or the small hit is a high probability state or a low probability state may occur.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which made the start prize opening two into the 1st start prize opening and the 2nd start prize opening is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, A start prize opening It is good also as one, and it is good also as a start winning opening 3 or more.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which made the special symbol two types, the 1st special figure and the 2nd special figure, is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, Only one special symbol is included. The special symbol may be 3 or more.

  Further, in the embodiment, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B each variably display a plurality of types of special symbols including the final stop symbol resulting in the variable display result, and then stop the final stop symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and after a variable display of multiple types of special symbols without including the final stop symbol that results in a variable display, the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. It may be what you do. That is, the final stop symbol that is the variation display result may be a symbol different from the special symbol used for variation display.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the fluctuation | variation display which changes the display mode of a hold display is the shortening non-reach and special hit with a short fluctuation time, the suggestion effect is re-determined to non-execution, and the hold display mode changes twice. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the variable display that changes the display mode of the hold display is a shortened non-reach or special hit with a short change time, the hold display mode These two changes may be redetermined as a single change, and the final display mode may be changed in the single change.

  Moreover, although the said Example has illustrated the form which performs the process (S67102) which extracts all the past winning determination results which a winning determination determination memory buffer memorize | stores in a prefetch effect determination process, this invention is shown. The present invention is not limited to this, and the processing of S67102 may not be executed. As shown in FIG. 22, when the process of extracting all past winning determination results stored in the winning determination result storage buffer (S67102) is executed, the extracted past winning determination results are used. When it is specified that there is already a hold memory that is a big hit or a hold memory for which a pre-reading effect is being executed, pre-reading is performed with respect to the hold memory (start prize) corresponding to the latest winning determination result. It is possible not to determine the execution of the effect, or a ratio lower than the determination ratio (normal ratio) for determining the execution of the pre-reading effect when there is no holding memory that is a big hit or the holding memory in which the pre-reading effect is executed You may make it determine execution of a prefetch effect in (limit ratio).

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the display mode of the same holding | maintenance display is changed twice during 1 fluctuation display determined as change timing, this invention is not limited to this. These two changes in the display mode during the variable display need not be the same hold display, and the display modes of different hold displays may be changed once each.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 5 Production display device 5D Total reservation memory display part 5F Consumption reservation active display area 103 CPU
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Claims (2)

A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player when a predetermined display result is derived and displayed as a display result by performing variable display,
Determining means for determining whether or not to enter the advantageous state before the display result is derived and displayed;
With respect to a variable display that has not yet been started, a hold storage means that can be stored as a hold storage;
A hold display means for displaying each hold storage stored in the hold storage means as a hold display;
About the hold memory memorize | stored in the said hold memory means, before the variable display based on this hold memory is started, the said specific display result is derived | led-out by the variable display based on this hold memory, and is controlled to the said advantageous state. Pre-start determination means for determining whether or not
The specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display based on the hold memory by displaying the hold display of the hold memory in a special mode different from the normal mode based on the determination result of the pre-start determination unit. Pre-reading notice effect execution means that can be executed before the start of the variable display based on the hold storage, the pre-reading notice effect suggesting that the advantageous state is controlled,
An action effect execution means capable of executing an action effect acting on the hold display when the display mode of the hold display of the hold memory is displayed in the special mode;
With
The pre-reading notice effect executing means can change the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage to a different display mode a plurality of times during one variable display,
The action effect execution means can execute the action effect in a plurality of effect modes, and can execute the plurality of action effects during one variation display.
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a ratio of the display mode of the hold display in the hold storage changing to a different display mode a plurality of times during one variable display varies depending on a combination of a plurality of effect modes of the effect presentation. A variable display corresponding display means capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display as a variable display compatible display when starting the variable display;
Display mode determining means for determining whether to change the display mode of the variable display corresponding display based on the start of the variable display;
The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising:

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