JP2016120284A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine enabling a player to easily understand that a display mode is variable display corresponding to changed hold display.SOLUTION: A game machine variably displays a plurality of kinds of identification information being identifiable each, and performs control to a specific game state advantageous to a player when a specific, predetermined display result is displayed as a display result. The game machine includes: hold storage means capable of storing variable display of the identification information not started yet as holding memory; hold display means capable of displaying hold display corresponding to each of holding memory stored by the holding storage means in a first mode and a second mode differing from the first mode; performance execution means for executing a predetermined performance when the hold display in the second mode is displayed; and related performance execution means for executing a related performance in which the performance mode is common to at least one portion of the predetermined performance in the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold display in the second mode.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 36

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified, and controls a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined specific display result is displayed as a display result. .

  Conventionally, as a gaming machine, when a game ball wins a winning opening provided in the gaming area, a hold display indicating that there is a variable display (variable display) of identification information that has not yet started is displayed. There is one that has improved interest by notifying the possibility of a big hit by displaying in a second display mode (blue or yellow) different from one display mode (for example, white). In a gaming machine that makes such a notice, while producing a predetermined sound effect (predetermined effect) at the timing when the display of the hold display changes to the second display mode (blue or yellow) at the start of fluctuation, When a change start corresponding to a hold display displayed in a special display mode (blue or yellow) is started, a special sound effect different from a predetermined sound effect is output (for example, a patent) Reference 1).

JP 2014-33781 A

  However, in Patent Document 1, since the predetermined sound effect and the special sound effect are not related at all, the variable display corresponding to the hold display changed to a special display mode (blue or yellow) There is a problem that it is not easy for the player to understand that is started.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine in which a player can easily understand that the display is a variable display corresponding to a hold display whose display mode has changed. To do.

A player can perform variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols and effect symbols) that can identify each of them, and when a predetermined specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is displayed as a display result, the player can A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that controls to an advantageous specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state),
With respect to variable display of identification information that has not yet been started, a hold storage means (for example, a hold specific area, a save area or a winning determination result storage buffer) that can be stored as a hold storage;
A hold display corresponding to each hold storage stored in the hold storage means is displayed in a second mode (for example, the first special mode or the second mode) different from the first mode (for example, the normal mode) and the first mode. The hold display means that can be displayed in the special mode (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes S67114 and S67116 of the prefetch effect determination process and S1845e of the effect symbol changing process and displays the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Display part), and
An effect execution means (for example, for effect control) for executing a predetermined effect (for example, a display mode change notification effect in which the hold display is rotated horizontally in front view or vertically rotated in front view) when displaying the hold display of the second mode. CPU 120 is a part that executes S1709 to S1715 and S1734 to S1741 of notification effect processing),
In the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold display of the second aspect, the related effect of the effect mode that is at least partially in common with the effect mode of the predetermined effect (for example, the consumption hold display is a horizontal rotation or a front view in front view) Related effect execution means (for example, the portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes S1717 to S1724 and S1727 to S1733 of the notification effect process) that executes the display mode changed change start notification effect that vertically rotates at
It is characterized by having.
According to this feature, in the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold display in the second mode, the related effect that is at least partially in common with the predetermined effect executed when the second mode is displayed is displayed. Since it is executed, the player can easily understand that the display mode is a variable display corresponding to the hold display which is the second mode.

A gaming machine according to claim 2 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
A pre-determining means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes special symbol normal processing) for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information based on the hold storage is the specific display result;
Prior to the determination by the prior determination means, specific determination means for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information based on the hold storage becomes the specific display result (for example, the CPU 103 performs the start port switch passing process). The part that executes the determination process at the time of winning)
With
The hold display means can display the hold display in a specific mode (for example, a first special mode) and a special mode (for example, a second special mode) different from the specific mode as the second mode (for example, production) The control CPU 120 executes S67113b and S67114 of the pre-reading effect determining process and S1846d and S1846e of the effect symbol changing process).
The on-hold display means is configured to display in the specific mode and in the special mode based on the determination result by the specific determination unit (for example, any one of disappointment, normal big hit, probability change big hit, sudden probability change big hit, or small hit). A hold display corresponding to the hold storage subject to the determination is displayed so that the ratio of the specific display result differs depending on the display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 uses the prefetch effect determination process in S67106). (S67114 or S1846e is executed after determining the final display mode of the hold display using the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B)
The production execution means
As the predetermined effect, a first predetermined effect (for example, an effect of horizontally rotating a hold display as a display mode change notification effect) and a second predetermined effect different from the first predetermined effect (for example, a display mode change notification effect). As the hold display can be rotated vertically in front view)
When the hold display is displayed in the specific mode by the hold display means (for example, after the effect control CPU 120 executes S67106 of the prefetch effect determination process and determines the final display mode as the first special mode, S67113b and S67114 Is executed, or when S1856d and S1846e of the effect symbol changing process are executed), for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the prefetch effect determination process S67106 to execute the final process. After the display mode is determined as the second special mode, when S67113b and S67114 are executed, or when S1856d and S1846e of the production symbol variation process are executed, the rate is higher (for example, 100% or 90%). The first predetermined effect is executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 uses the notification effect. By executing steps S1734 to S1741 after executing step S1720, the hold display displayed in the first special mode is rotated horizontally in front view), and the hold display is displayed in the special mode by the hold display means. (For example, when the CPU 120 for effect control executes S67106 of the prefetch effect determination process and determines the final display mode to the second special mode, and then executes S67113b and S67114, or S1856d and In the case of executing S1846e), when the display is performed in the specific mode (for example, after the CPU 120 for effect control executes S67106 of the prefetch effect determining process and determines the final display mode as the first special mode, S67113b and When executing S67114, or S1856d and S1846 of the effect symbol changing process The second predetermined effect is executed at a higher rate (for example, 100% or 90%) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes S1734 to S1741 after executing S1721 of the notification effect process). By doing so, the hold display displayed in the second special mode is rotated vertically in front view)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is determined whether the display mode of the hold display is displayed in a specific mode or a special mode with different degrees of expectation as a specific display result by executing the first predetermined effect or the second predetermined effect. Easy to understand.

A gaming machine according to claim 3 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2,
There is provided a specific effect execution means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes S1847a to S1848b of the effect symbol changing process) capable of executing a specific effect (for example, reach effect) during variable display of the identification information,
During execution of the specific effect (for example, when a reach effect execution flag is set), the hold display means restricts display of the hold display in the second mode (for example, effect control). CPU 120 displays a new hold display in a normal manner by executing S67115a and S67116 when the reach effect execution flag is set in S67113a of the prefetch effect determination process)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the interest of the specific effect from deteriorating due to the fact that the hold display is displayed in the second mode during the execution of the specific effect, thereby reducing the interest in the specific effect.

A gaming machine according to claim 4 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
When performing variable display of the identification information, variable display compatible display means (for example, the production control CPU 120 can display the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information as the variable display compatible display (for example, consumption hold display). (S1800c to S1800d ′ are executed to display a consumption hold display in the consumption hold active display area 5F)
The variable display corresponding display means can display the display mode of the variable display compatible display in a third mode (for example, a first special mode) and a fourth mode (for example, a second special mode) different from the third mode. Yes, when the display result of the variable display of the identification information is the specific display result, the variable display corresponding display of the fourth aspect is displayed at a higher rate than the case where the specific display result is not obtained (for example, a modified example) 3, when the winning determination result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit”, as shown in FIG. 45 (C), the consumption hold display is displayed in the second special mode at a rate of 95%. While the consumption hold display is displayed in the first special mode at the rate of%, if the determination result at the time of winning is “out of”, the consumption hold display is displayed in the first special mode at the rate of 95%, Second special mode of consumption hold display at a rate of 5% To view Te)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, since the display mode of the variable display corresponding display is displayed in a different display mode, it is possible to improve game entertainment.

A gaming machine according to means 1 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 4,
When the variable display corresponding display is displayed in the fourth mode by the variable display corresponding display means, a special effect is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. After the consumption hold display displayed in the first special mode is changed to the second special mode, the hold display changed to the second special mode is rotated vertically in front view)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to make the player easily recognize that the display mode of the variable display corresponding display is displayed in the second mode by executing the special effect.

The gaming machine according to means 2 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to claim 4 or means 1,
When the display mode of the hold display is displayed in the second mode by the hold display unit and when the display mode of the variable display display is displayed in the fourth mode by the variable display display unit. The ratio of the specific display result is different (for example, in the case of displaying the hold display in the first special mode or the second special mode in the third modified example, as shown in FIG. 45A based on the winning determination result) When the display mode of the hold display is determined from the first special mode and the second special mode at the determined ratio and the consumption hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode, the figure is based on the determination result at the time of winning. (The display mode of the consumption hold display is determined from the first special mode and the second special mode at the determination ratio shown in 45 (B)).
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, the player can be focused on the hold display and the variable display compatible display, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

The gaming machine according to means 3 of the present invention is the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, means 1, and means 2,
The hold display means can display the hold display in a specific mode (for example, a first special mode) and a special mode (for example, a second special mode) as the second mode and display the specific mode. (For example, in the first modification, after the hold display is displayed in the first special mode as shown in FIG. 42 (B), the hold display is changed to FIG. 42 (F). Part to be changed to the second special mode as shown in FIG.
When the on-hold display displayed in the specific mode is changed in the special mode, the performance executing unit is different from the predetermined effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 42 (G) as Modification 1). Thus, the hold display that has been changed to the second special mode can be executed vertically)
In the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold display that is changed from the specific mode and displayed in the special mode, the related performance execution means is an effect mode that is at least partially in common with the special mode of the special mode. The second related effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 43 (J) as the first modification, the consumption hold display displayed in the second special mode is the same as when the hold display is displayed in the second special mode as the hold display) It is characterized by the fact that it is possible to perform an effect of vertical rotation in front view.
According to this feature, in the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the hold display in which the display mode is changed from the specific mode to the special mode, the special effect in the case of the special mode is used instead of the predetermined mode in the case of the specific mode. Since the second related effect having a common effect mode with at least a part of the game is executed, it is possible for the player to easily understand that the identification information is variably displayed corresponding to the hold display that has changed from the specific mode to the special mode.

  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 game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is 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. It is explanatory drawing which shows the prefetch effect execution determination table and the final display mode determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the prefetch effect pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the prefetch effect change timing determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a suggestion effect mode determination table. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a notification effect process. It is a flowchart which shows a notification effect process. It is a flowchart which shows a notification effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows a display mode change notification effect pattern and a display mode change variation start notification effect pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is 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 specific example of the prefetch effect based on a 1st prefetch effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on a 1st prefetch effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on a 1st prefetch effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on a 2nd prefetch effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on a 2nd prefetch effect pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on the 1st prefetch effect pattern when a start prize generate | occur | produces during reach production execution. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on the 1st prefetch effect pattern in the modification 1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on the 1st prefetch effect pattern in the modification 1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prefetch effect based on the 1st prefetch effect pattern in the modification 2. It is explanatory drawing which shows the change timing determination table in the modification 3, a hold display final display mode determination table, and a consumption hold display final display mode determination table.

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

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front. 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. The display screen of the effect display device 5 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbols synchronized with the variable 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. In the effect symbol display area, for example, there are symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R for variably displaying three ornamental (effect) effect symbols of “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 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 variable 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 variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

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

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball is placed in the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening). After the winning), a 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 a big hit When the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the 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 nails are arranged in close proximity, or it is difficult to guide the game balls to the first start winning opening through the nail arrangement around the first starting winning opening, and the winning rate of the second starting winning opening is the first start winning prize. It may be made higher than the winning rate of the mouth.

  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 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. Each time variable display on the second special symbol display device 4B 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.

  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 for “for” is variably displayed. The variable display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the effect symbol in the effect display device 5 are synchronized. The variable display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display of the effect symbol in the effect display device 5 are synchronized. Synchronous means that the start time and end time of variable display are substantially the same (may be exactly the same) and the variable display period is substantially the same (may be exactly the same). Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A, and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the effect display device 5 causes the jackpot to be recalled. 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. Variable display.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 41 and is detected by the gate switch 21, the variable 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 conditions for variable display in the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B and the effect display device 5 are easily established). Transition. Further, in this embodiment, even in the short time state (the gaming state in which the special symbol variable 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 (variable 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).

  Also, 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, so that 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 variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, the first The first special symbol display device 4A starts variable display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device 5 starts variable 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 the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning opening and is detected by the second start port switch 22B, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the special symbol variable display ends, the start condition The second special symbol display device 4B starts variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 5 starts variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening. 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 that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 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 displays a production | presentation symbol variably 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 Perform 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 variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. There may be a case where a predetermined combination of effects that does not reach reach is stopped and displayed without reaching reach. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “non-reach” (also referred to as “normally shift”) in a case where the variable display result is a loss symbol.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the effect display device 5, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach out”) when the variable display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the big 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 variable 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 effect display variable display mode is “suddenly probable big hit” on the effect display device 5. In the same manner as in the case where the effect symbol is variably displayed, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability variation big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 5 corresponding to the fact that “5” as a 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 variable display result is “out” and the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display mode of the effect design does not involve the reach state, the shortened non-reach and non-reach shifts occur. It is prepared. In addition, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out” and the variable display mode of the production symbol is accompanied by the reach state, normal deviation, pseudo-ream 1 normal deviation, super-relief, pseudo-ream 2 super-off 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. Note that the re-variation means that the variable display of the effect symbol is executed again after temporarily stopping the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. . Also, 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, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a normal big hit or a probable big hit, the normal pattern, the pseudo-unit 1, the super unit, the 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.

  As shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, a special hit is prepared as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol suddenly becomes 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 a situation in which the variable display operating rate decreases 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, prior to the variable display corresponding to the start winning prize, it can be notified that a specific effect (for example, super reach) is accompanied (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 a 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 determine that the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “ This table is referred to in order to determine one of “probability big hit” and “sudden probability big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 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 end of the big hit gaming state (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 variable display result is “out” in the normal gaming state (“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 variable display result of “out of”, “out of phase (short time)”, “normal big hit / probable big hit” or “sudden probability 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 variable 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. Further, for example, when it is determined that the variable 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 variable display result is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” (“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 effect, the expectation that the variable display result is a big hit is higher when the number of pseudo-reams is larger. 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). In addition, the variable display result is more easily 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 variable display result is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” than “pseudo continuous 1 normal, per normal and pseudo normal per 1”. Therefore, in this embodiment, the variation pattern with super reach has a higher expectation that the variable display result will be a big hit than the variation pattern with normal reach.

  Further, in the example shown in FIG. 6, when it is determined that the variable display result is “sudden probability change big hit” or “small hit” (the “sudden probability change 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 (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 5 in response to variable display of the special symbol. (Each corresponding to a variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 3, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect display device 5 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a big hit, and a big hit type. The effect control 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.

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

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the effect symbol is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the effect symbols 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 there is a start prize and variable display of the special symbol is started in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The variation pattern 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 variable pattern command and the display result designation command are used as the variable display (change) of the effect symbol corresponding to the change of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol. An effect display that can be used in common with variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display device 4B, and that produces an effect with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is possible to prevent the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 to the effect control CPU 120 from being increased when controlling the effect parts such as the device 5.

  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. When the game control microcomputer 100 is in a state where variable symbol special display can be started, the game control microcomputer 100 checks the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the pending storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total pending storage number counter. If the count value of the total pending storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to S301. The jackpot flag is reset 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 (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) is defined as the variation display variation time of the special symbol. Decide to do. Also, a variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value 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 notice 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 variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be a probable big hit or suddenly probable big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Reset at timing.

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in 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 shifting to the probability change state), and is reset when the time reduction state is ended. Specifically, it is usually determined to be a big hit, a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit, set in the process of ending the big hit game, and the timing of digesting the number of times or the special symbol changes when it is determined to be a big hit It is reset when the display is terminated and the stop symbol is stopped and displayed. If the time reduction flag is set (Y in 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 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 resets 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 resets 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 reset (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 command (S621), the effect control CPU 120 stores the variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (S622). Then, a variation pattern 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). In addition, the data set in the winning determination result buffer is deleted in order from the previously set data in an effect symbol variation start process (timing when the process of S801 is executed) described later.

  FIG. 21A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (winning determination result storage buffer) that stores a winning determination result as a pending storage. As shown in FIG. 21A, in this embodiment, eight save areas associated with the total number of pending storages are secured in the winning determination result storage buffer. In each of the storage areas, the determination result at the time of winning, the prefetch target flag indicating that the target storage of the prefetch effect is stored, the display mode flag indicating the display mode of the hold display, and the display mode change notification effect have been executed. Each of the display mode change notification flag indicating this can be stored.

  FIG. 21B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration of an area (active display storage buffer) that stores the reserved storage in which the variable display is executed as the consumption reserved storage. In the active display storage buffer, an area (storage area 0) corresponding to one consumption hold storage is secured. In this storage area 0, similarly to the winning determination result storage buffer, a winning determination result, a prefetch target flag indicating that the target is stored as a prefetch effect, and a display mode flag indicating the display mode of the hold display The display mode change notification flag indicating that the display mode change notification effect has been executed can be stored.

  When the prefetch target flag is set to “0”, this indicates that the reserved memory is not the target of the prefetch effect, and when “1” is set, the reserved memory is the target of the prefetch effect. Show that. Further, when “0” is set, the display mode flag indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the normal mode (“◯” in this embodiment), and “1”. Is set, it indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in a special manner (in this embodiment, six lines are drawn outside “◯”), and “ When “2” is set, it indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the first special mode (in this example, “X” is included), and “3” Is set, it indicates that the hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed in the second special mode (in this embodiment, “X” includes a double cross). Further, the display mode change notification flag indicates that the display mode change notification effect is not yet executed when “0” is set, and the display mode change notification is displayed when “1” is set. Indicates that the notification effect has been executed.

  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 included in the effect control CPU 120.

  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) ( The effect displayed in the special mode or the first special mode or the second 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 S67115a, 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 effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the extracted winning determination results are all determination results indicating “non-reach” (S67103). In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 determines in S67103 that the extracted winning determination result is a value indicating that all the variation patterns are “abbreviated non-reach” or “non-reach out” (specifically, "01 (H)" or "02 (H)" (refer to FIG. 9).

  If all the winning determination results extracted in S67103 are determination results indicating “non-reach”, the CPU 120 for effect control proceeds to S67104. On the other hand, if the extracted winning determination results are not all determination results indicating “non-reach”, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S67115a. In other words, the present embodiment is configured not to execute the pre-reading effect based on the newly received winning determination result designation command when there is a holding storage in which a variable display accompanied by a reach effect is performed. Note that, in addition to the example shown in FIG. 22, even if there is a holding storage in which a variable display with a reach effect is performed, the prefetch effect is executed based on the newly received winning determination result designation command. May be.

  In S67104, the effect 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. Based on the determination result, it is determined whether or not to execute the prefetch effect (S67104).

  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 prefetch effect execution determination table, determination values corresponding to the determination items (“execute prefetch effect” or “do not execute prefetch effect”) are assigned for each winning determination result. In the example shown, the ratio of the assigned determination value is shown to simplify the explanation. 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 (“execute the pre-reading effect” or a determination value assigned with the extracted random number is assigned). “Do not execute pre-reading effect”). Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 23A, the numerical values corresponding to “execute the prefetch effect” and “do not execute the prefetch effect” in the determination results at the time of winning each prize are “execute the prefetch effect” as the decision items. Or, the ratio (%) at which “Do not execute pre-reading effect” is selected is shown.

  In this embodiment, in addition to the pre-reading effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23A, the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B, the pre-reading effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24, and FIG. The pre-reading effect change timing determination table and the suggested effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26 are also actually assigned determination values, but the ratios of the assigned determination values are shown to simplify the description. . Also in S67106, S67107, S67108, S67110, and S67115, which will be described later, in which those tables are used, the effect control CPU 120, for example, the final display mode, the prefetch effect pattern, the change timing (number of shifts) or the like, for example, Random numbers for determining the effect mode of the suggestion effect are extracted, and the item to which the determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned is determined.

  In S67104, the effect control CPU 120 executes the pre-reading effect at a ratio 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, if the determination result at the time of winning indicates that “shortening non-reach is out”, the effect control CPU 120 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”, 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, it is expected that the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display of the notice target is increased and the big hit is expected compared with the case where the pre-reading effect is not executed. It is possible to increase the rate at which a high reach production 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” (“short non-reach” 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 S67115a.

  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 hold display, or when the consumption hold display is displayed in either the first special mode or the second special mode, Control is performed so that the pre-reading effect is not newly executed. Accordingly, since it is prevented that a plurality of hold displays or a hold display and a consumption hold display are simultaneously displayed in the first special mode, the second special mode, or the special mode, it is only necessary to pay attention to which hold display / consumption hold display. It is possible to prevent the player from being confused.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines in what display mode the summed hold storage display unit 5D will finally display the hold display corresponding to the fluctuating display (hold information) to be notified in the prefetch effect. S67106). In the present embodiment, a special mode, a first special mode, and a second special mode are provided in addition to the normal mode as the display mode of the hold display. However, as will be described later, the hold display displayed in the special mode changes from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode before the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display is started. Is displayed. Therefore, in S67106, the final display mode in the summation pending storage display unit 5D is determined as either the first special mode or the second special mode. Hereinafter, the first special mode and the second special mode may be collectively referred to as a special mode.

  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, the final display mode is determined at a ratio determined for each winning determination result (variable display display result) in the final display mode determination table based on the latest extracted winning determination result. 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 effect control CPU 120 The final display mode is determined as the first special mode at a rate of 80%. 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 this case, the effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode as the second special mode at a rate of 80%.

  What is characteristic in the final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 23B is that the display result is “out of” (corresponding to the designation of the winning judgment result 1 to the winning judgment result 7 designation). When the result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit” (equivalent to the determination result 8 when winning a prize to the determination result 12 when winning), the determination is made such that the ratio determined in the second special mode is higher The value is set. By having such a feature, when the hold display is displayed in the second special mode, the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the variable display of the notice target is higher than when the hold display is displayed in the first special mode. can do. Therefore, it is possible to increase the degree of expectation that a big hit is displayed in the second special mode rather than the first special mode, and in which display mode the hold display is displayed when the pre-reading effect is executed. Can be focused on.

  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 in 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 ratio of occurrence of jackpots in the variable display of the notice target, the ratio of the high-reach reach effect Can also be high.

  In this embodiment, two types of display modes, the first special mode and the second special mode, are provided as the final display mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and three or more types of display modes are provided. The degree may be different (the ratio selected according to the display result is different).

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines a prefetch effect effect pattern (hereinafter also referred to as a prefetch effect pattern) (S67107).

  In the present embodiment, a first prefetch effect pattern and a second prefetch effect pattern are provided as prefetch effect patterns. In the first look-ahead effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the change display (hold information) to be notified is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode without being displayed once in the special mode. Note that the first look-ahead effect pattern includes a display in which the hold display corresponding to the change display (hold information) for the advance notice is displayed in the first special mode or the second special form at the timing of the start winning prize, and the change display of the advance notice target. The hold display corresponding to the fluctuating display (hold information) to be notified is changed from the normal mode to the first special mode or the second special mode at any shift timing until the (hold information) starts. Including. On the other hand, in the second look-ahead effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the change display of the notice target is displayed in a special manner at the timing of the start winning prize, and at any shift timing until the start of change display of the notice target is started, The display is changed from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode.

  The shift timing of the hold display means reading the first hold memory in the winning determination result storage buffer and erasing the first hold memory from the winning determination result storage buffer in the effect symbol variation start process described later. This is the timing for shifting the remaining pending storage one by one (specifically, the timing when S1800 is executed). For example, when five hold memories are stored in the winning determination result storage buffer, the first hold memory is erased at the shift timing and the first hold memory stored as the second is stored. Is shifted to the second reserved storage area, and the reserved storage stored as the third is shifted to the second reserved storage table area, and the reserved storage stored as the fourth is stored in the third reserved storage area. The reserved storage stored as the fifth is shifted to the fourth reserved storage area.

  FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram of a prefetch effect pattern determination table. In S67107, the effect control CPU 120 determines a prefetch effect pattern based on the prefetch effect pattern determination table and the total number of reserved memories. 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 If it is “winning”) (that is, when the winning determination result 8 is designated to the winning determination result 13 is designated), the winning prefetch effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. Then, the effect control CPU 120 converts the look-ahead effect pattern into the first look-ahead effect pattern and the second look-ahead effect pattern at a ratio determined for each total stored memory number in the hit prefetch effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. And decide to either.

  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). FIG. 24 (B) uses the loss prefetch effect pattern determination table. Then, the effect control CPU 120 converts the look-ahead effect pattern to the first look-ahead effect pattern and the second look-ahead effect pattern at a ratio determined for each total reserved memory number in the loss-ahead look-ahead effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. And decide to either.

  For example, the display result of the variable display shown by the determination result at the time of winning is a win (for example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”), and the total number of reserved memories is 2. In some cases, the effect control CPU 120 determines the prefetch effect pattern as the first prefetch effect pattern at a rate of 35% and the second prefetch effect pattern at a rate of 65%. Further, for example, when the display result of the variable display indicated by the determination result at the time of winning is “out of” and the total number of reserved memories is 2, the effect control CPU 120 sets the prefetch effect pattern as a ratio of 65%. Thus, the first prefetch effect pattern is determined as the second prefetch effect pattern at a rate of 35%.

  What is characteristic in the prefetch effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24 is that the display result of the variable display is a hit (for example, “normal big hit”, “probability big hit” compared to the case where the display result of the variable display is “out of place”. ”,“ Suddenly probable big hit ”or“ Small hit ”), the determination value is set so that the ratio determined in the second look-ahead effect pattern is higher. By having such a feature, when a pre-reading effect is performed with the second pre-reading effect pattern (that is, when the hold display is displayed in a special mode at the time of start winning, and then changed to a special mode and displayed) ) In the variable display of the notice target compared to when the prefetch effect is performed in the first prefetch effect pattern (that is, when the hold display is displayed in the special mode without being displayed once in the special mode). The rate of occurrence of can be increased. In addition, when the display result of the variable display is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”, since the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, the pre-read effect is performed in the second pre-read effect pattern. (That is, when the hold display is displayed in a special mode at the time of winning the start, and then changed to a special mode and displayed), the hold display displayed in the special mode is a big hit than the first special mode. The rate of change to the second special mode having a high expectation level becomes high. Therefore, attention can be paid to which prefetch effect pattern is used for the prefetch effect. Further, when the pre-reading effect is performed in the second pre-reading effect pattern (that is, when the hold display is displayed in the special mode at the time of starting winning), the hold display displayed in the special mode is expected more than the first special mode. Since it is easy to change to the 2nd special mode with a high degree, a sense of expectation can be raised and game entertainment can be improved. Further, in the present embodiment, the hold display displayed in the special mode is changed to the first special mode or the second special mode before the variable display corresponding to the hold display (hold information) is started. Therefore, the expectation can be maintained from when the hold display is displayed in the special mode until it changes to the special mode.

  In addition, what is characteristic in the prefetch effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24 is that when the total pending storage number is 1, the determination value is set so as not to be determined as the second prefetch effect pattern. In this embodiment, in the second look-ahead effect pattern, the timing for displaying the hold display displayed in the special mode at the time of starting winning a prize is changed from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode. This is an arbitrary shift timing until display is started. However, if the total number of pending storage is 1 (that is, only the pending display corresponding to the variable display of the notice target is displayed), if the hold display is shifted once, the variable display of the notice target is supported. The hold display to be erased. For this reason, when the total number of pending storage is 1, the display mode of the pending display corresponding to the noticed change display cannot be changed at the shift timing. Therefore, when the total pending storage number is 1, the determination value is set so that the second prefetch effect pattern is not determined.

  In the present embodiment, in order to simplify the description, in the first prefetch effect pattern, the timing at which the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the first special mode or the second special mode and the second prefetch is displayed. In the effect pattern, the timing at which the hold display is changed from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode is set as an arbitrary shift timing until the display of the subject change notice is started. However, the timing is not limited to this. For example, the display mode may be changed at an arbitrary timing during the variation display (a period spanning one variation display or a plurality of variation displays) that is executed until the variation display of the notice target is started. In this case, for example, even when the total number of reserved memories is 1, the second look-ahead effect pattern can be determined, and the hold display is displayed in a special manner at the time of starting winning, corresponding to the hold display (hold information). The display may be changed from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode before the variable display is started.

  In the example shown in FIG. 24, when the display result indicated by the winning determination result is a win (for example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small win”) For example, even if the display result is a hit, the case of “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” and “suddenly probable big hit” or “ A prefetch effect pattern determination table for determining any one of the prefetch effect patterns at a different rate in the case of “small hit” may be provided. Further, for example, as with the prefetch effect execution determination table of FIG. 23A, a prefetch effect pattern determination table for determining any one of the prefetch effect patterns at a different ratio is provided for each variation pattern indicated by the winning determination result. You may do it. By doing so, when the pre-reading effect is executed with the first pre-reading effect pattern, a high-expectation reach effect is performed in addition to increasing the ratio of occurrence of big hits in the variable display of the notice target. The ratio can also be increased.

  When the prefetch effect pattern is determined, the effect control CPU 120 determines a change timing (in this example, the number of shifts of the hold display) for changing the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the fluctuating display (hold information) to be notified, The determined change timing (number of shifts) is set in a shift number counter for specifying the change timing (number of shifts) (S67108). In the present embodiment, the timing at which the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variable display (hold information) to be notified changes is an arbitrary hold display shift timing. Therefore, by determining the change timing (the number of shifts), it is determined at what timing the display mode is changed with respect to the hold display corresponding to the noticeable change display. For example, when the change timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 2, the display mode of the hold display is changed at the timing when the second shift is performed with respect to the hold display corresponding to the change display to be notified.

  FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram of a change timing determination table. In S67108, the effect control CPU 120 determines the change timing (the number of shifts) of the hold display corresponding to the change display to be notified based on the change timing determination table and the total hold storage number. 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 FIG. 25 (A) shows a case where the “pre-winning effect pattern” is determined (ie, when the winning determination result 8 is designated to the winning determination result 13 is designated) and the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is the first prefetch effect pattern. A first pre-reading effect change timing determination table is used at the time of a hit. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the notice target at a ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the first prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of hit shown in FIG. The timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  In the example shown in FIG. 25, the fact that the change timing (number of shifts) is 0 means that the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode at the start winning timing. When displaying the hold display in the first special mode or the second special mode at the timing of the start winning prize, for example, it is realized by displaying the new hold display from the beginning in the first special mode or the second special mode. Alternatively, it may be realized by displaying the new hold display once in the normal mode and immediately changing to the first special mode or the second special mode.

  The effect control CPU 120 indicates that the display result of the variable display indicated by the latest extracted winning time determination result is “out of” (that is, when the winning determination result 1 is designated to the winning determination result 7 is designated). When the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is the first prefetch effect pattern, the detachment first prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25B is used. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display corresponding to the change display of the notice target at the ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the first prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of failure shown in FIG. The timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  In addition, the effect control CPU 120 wins the display result of the variable display indicated by the latest extracted winning determination result (for example, “normal big hit”, “probability big hit”, “sudden probability big hit” or “small hit”). (That is, when the winning determination result 8 is designated to the winning determination result 13 is designated), and the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is the second prefetch effect pattern, the winning time shown in FIG. 2 A look-ahead effect change timing determination table is used. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display corresponding to the change display of the notice target at a ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the hit-time second prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. The timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  The effect control CPU 120 indicates that the display result of the variable display indicated by the latest extracted winning time determination result is “out of” (that is, when the winning determination result 1 is designated to the winning determination result 7 is designated). When the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is the second prefetch effect pattern, the detachment second prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25D is used. Then, the effect control CPU 120 changes the hold display corresponding to the change display of the notice target at a ratio determined for each total hold memory number in the second prefetch effect change timing determination table at the time of failure shown in FIG. The timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 0 (at the time of winning a prize) to 7.

  For example, when using the first pre-reading effect change timing determination table for winning, if the total number of reserved memories is 3, the effect control CPU 120 sets the change timing (number of shifts) to 0 (winning) at a rate of 50%. The change timing (number of shifts) is determined as 1 at a rate of 30%, and the change timing (number of shifts) is determined as 2 at a rate of 20%. Also, when using the first look-ahead effect change timing determination table at the time of loss, if the total number of reserved memories is 3, the effect control CPU 120 sets the change timing (number of shifts) to 0 (winning) at a rate of 20%. The change timing (number of shifts) is determined as 1 at a rate of 30%, and the change timing (number of shifts) is determined as 2 at a rate of 50%.

  Further, for example, when using the second pre-reading effect change timing determination table at the time of hitting, if the total number of reserved memories is 3, the effect control CPU 120 sets the change timing (number of shifts) to 1 at a rate of 30%. And the change timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 2 at a ratio of 70%. Further, when using the second pre-reading effect change timing determination table at the time of loss, if the total number of reserved memories is 3, the effect control CPU 120 determines the change timing (number of shifts) as 1 at a ratio of 70%. The change timing (number of shifts) is determined to be 2 at a rate of 30%.

  The prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25 is characterized in that, in the case of the first prefetch effect pattern, the display result of the variable display is more favorable than the case where the display result of the variable display is “out of place”. (For example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “sudden probability big hit” or “small hit”) It has been done. By having such a feature, when a prefetch effect is performed in the first prefetch effect pattern (that is, when the hold display is displayed in a special mode without being displayed once in a special mode), the hold display is performed. If the number of shifts is changed from the normal mode to the special mode with a smaller number of shifts, the percentage of occurrence of hits in the variable display of the notice target can be increased, and is displayed in a special mode at the time of start winning (shift number 0) Therefore, the rate of occurrence of hits can be increased. Therefore, interest can be given to the timing at which the hold display changes, and the gaming interest can be enhanced.

  The prefetch effect change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25 is characterized in that the display result of the variable display is more favorable in the case of the second prefetch effect pattern than in the case where the display result of the variable display is “out”. (For example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”) The judgment value is set so that the ratio determined at the change timing with a large number of shifts is higher. It has been done. By having such a feature, when a pre-reading effect is performed in the second pre-reading effect pattern (that is, when the hold display is displayed in a special mode at the time of winning a start and then changed to a special mode), When the special mode hold display is changed to the special mode with a larger number of shifts (that is, after many shifts are performed), the ratio of occurrence of hit in the variable display of the notice target can be increased. In other words, the longer the period from when the hold display is displayed in the special mode to when it changes to the special mode (that is, the slower the timing of the change), the higher the rate of occurrence of the hit in the variable display of the notice target. . Therefore, the hold display can be changed at a plurality of timings, and attention can be paid to the timing at which the hold display displayed in a special mode changes, so that the game entertainment can be enhanced.

  In this embodiment, in order to simplify the explanation, the timing for changing the display mode of the hold display is set as an arbitrary shift timing until the start of the change display of the advance notice target. When it is possible to change the display mode at any timing until the start of, for example, a plurality of types of change timing patterns that can specify the timing to change (such as during specific shift timing or during specific variation display) It is also possible to select one of them according to the winning determination result.

  In the example shown in FIG. 25, in the case of the first look-ahead effect pattern, it is advantageous that the number of shifts is small (that is, the change timing is earlier), and in the case of the second look-ahead effect pattern, the number of shifts is large. However, in order to make it easier for the player to understand, for example, in the case of the first look-ahead effect pattern, the number of shifts is greater (that is, the change is changed). It may be set such that the later the timing is, the more advantageous. Further, for example, in the case of the second look-ahead effect pattern, it may be set such that the smaller the number of shifts (that is, the earlier the change timing), the more advantageous.

  In the example shown in FIG. 25, the display result indicated by the winning determination result is a win (for example, “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”). For example, even if the display result is a hit, the case of “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” and “suddenly probable big hit” or “ A change timing determination table for determining any change timing (number of shifts) at a different rate in the case of “small hit” may be provided. Further, for example, as with the pre-reading effect execution determination table in FIG. 23A, a change timing determination table that determines any change timing (number of shifts) at a different rate for each variation pattern indicated by the winning determination result. May be provided. By doing so, according to the change timing of the hold display corresponding to the change display of the notice target, the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the change display of the notice target is different and the ratio that the reach effect with high expectation is performed Can also be different.

  In the present embodiment, in the second look-ahead effect pattern, a new hold display is displayed in a special manner at the timing of the start winning prize, but the present invention is not limited to this, The hold display is displayed in the normal mode at the timing of the start winning prize, the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode at an arbitrary timing thereafter, and the display mode of the hold display is displayed in a special mode at any later timing. You may make it change from a special mode. The hold display displayed in the normal mode may be changed to a special mode at the shift timing of the hold display, or may be changed to a special mode by the player operating the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B. good.

  When the change timing (number of shifts) is determined, the effect control CPU 120, when the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is the second prefetch effect pattern (Y in S67109), suggestion effect performed at the change timing of the hold display. Is determined (S67110). In the present embodiment, a suggestion effect that suggests that the display mode of the hold display changes can be executed at the shift timing. The suggestion effect is executed in either a first effect mode or a second effect mode, which will be described later. In S67110, the effect mode of the suggestion effect executed at the change timing of the hold display is determined as one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode to be described later.

  In a present Example, according to the production | presentation aspect of suggestion production | presentation, a hold display changes to a 1st special aspect or a 2nd special aspect in a different ratio. Specifically, when the suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode, the ratio of the hold display changing to the first special mode is high, and when the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode, the hold effect is held. The rate at which the display changes to the second special mode is high. Therefore, it is suggested that the display mode of the hold display changes by executing the suggestion effect, and depending on which effect mode the suggestion effect is executed, which special mode is likely to change? It is suggested. Although the details will be described later, the suggestion effect is also executed at a shift timing other than the change timing of the hold display. Therefore, in order to distinguish these, the suggestion effect executed at the change timing of the hold display is also referred to as the suggestion effect (success pattern), and the suggestion effect executed at the shift timing other than the change timing of the hold display is indicated as the suggestion effect (passing) It is also called a pattern. In the present embodiment, the first effect mode and the second effect mode are executed for both the suggestion effect (success pattern) and the suggestion effect (passing pattern). Therefore, the ratio at which the display mode of the hold display changes may vary depending on the presentation mode of the suggestion effect.

  FIG. 26A is an explanatory diagram illustrating a suggestion effect mode determination table. In S67110, the effect control CPU 120 uses the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26A as the first effect mode and the second effect mode of the suggestion effect (suggest effect type) performed at the change timing of the hold display. Deciding from the production mode

  In the present embodiment, the first effect mode is an effect in which display control in which a black arrow flies from the right side of the display area is performed in the effect display device 5, and the second effect mode is in the effect display device 5. This is an effect in which display control is performed in which white arrows fly from the right side of the display area.

  Further, in the first effect mode and the second effect mode performed at the change timing of the hold display, display control is performed in which an arrow is inserted into the hold display in which the display mode is finally changed.

  Specifically, in the case of determining the effect mode of the suggestion effect performed at the change timing of the hold display using the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26A, based on the latest winning determination result extracted The effect mode (suggested effect type) is determined as one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode at a ratio determined for each winning determination result (display result of the variable display). 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 effect control CPU 120 The suggested effect type is determined as the first effect mode at a rate of 80%, and the suggested effect type is determined as the second effect mode at the rate of 20%.

  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 other words, the effect control CPU 120 determines the suggested effect type as the first effect mode at a rate of 20%, and determines the suggested effect type as the second effect mode at a rate of 80%. Further, for example, when the winning determination result indicates that the display result of the variable display is “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit” (corresponding to designation of the winning determination result 13), for effect control. CPU 120 determines the suggested effect type as the first effect mode at a ratio of 50%, and determines the suggested effect type as the second effect mode at a rate of 50%.

  Paying attention to the first effect mode and the second effect mode shown in FIG. 26 (A), if 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), it is suggested. When the ratio determined for the second effect mode is set lower than the rate determined for the first effect mode, and the display result is “normal big hit” or “probability big hit” (the determination result at the time of winning) 8 designation to winning determination result 12 designation) is set such that the ratio determined for the second effect mode is higher than the ratio for the suggested effect type determined for the first effect mode.

  That is, in this embodiment, in the first effect mode and the second effect mode, white (second effect mode) is more than when the color of the arrow flying from the right side of the display area is black (first effect mode). ), The determination ratio is set so that the display result is likely to be “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”.

  Further, in the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26A, the first effect mode is determined when the display result is “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit” (corresponding to the determination result 13 when winning). The ratio to be determined is the same (50%) as the ratio determined for the second performance mode, and the display result is “out of place” (equivalent to the determination result 1 at the time of winning determination to the determination result 7 at the time of winning prize). When the ratio is set lower than the ratio determined for the first performance mode and the display result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit” (corresponding to 8 determination results when winning a prize to 12 determination results when winning) Is set higher than the ratio determined as the first effect mode.

  In addition, when the display result is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small win” (equivalent to the designation result 13 at the time of winning), the ratio determined as the second effect mode is when the display result is “out of place” ( When the winning judgment result 1 designation to the winning judgment result 7 designation) is set higher than the ratio determined for the second effect mode, and the display result is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” It is set lower than the ratio determined as the second effect mode (equivalent to designation of the winning determination result 8 to winning determination result 12).

  By providing such a feature, when the suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode, it is possible to notify that the suggestion effect is shifted at a higher rate than when the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode. it can. In addition, when the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode, it can be notified that the “normal big hit” or “probability big hit” will occur at a higher rate than when the suggestion effect is executed in the first effect mode. .

  Further, in this embodiment, when the display result of the variable display is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit”, as shown in FIG. 26A, it is determined so that the suggestive effect is easily executed in the second effect mode. The ratio is set, and as shown in FIG. 23B, the determination ratio is set so that the final display mode is easily determined as the second special mode. On the other hand, when the display result of the variable display is “out of”, as shown in FIG. 26A, the determination ratio is set so that the suggestive effect is easily executed in the first effect mode, and FIG. As shown in B), the determination ratio is set so that the final display mode is easily determined as the first special mode. That is, when the display result of the variable display is “normal big hit” or “probable big hit”, since the final display mode of the hold display is high in the second production mode, the suggestion production is executed in the second production mode. When the display mode of the hold display is higher than the first display mode, the rate of change to the second special mode with a high expectation that the display result is “normal big hit” or “probability big hit” becomes higher. Therefore, it is possible to give diversity to the suggestion effect, and it is possible to focus on which suggestion effect is executed and to improve the game entertainment.

  In the example shown in FIG. 26A, it is suggested for each display result (“out-going”, “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” or “suddenly probable big hit” or “small hit”) shown in the winning determination result. The ratio for determining the production mode of the production is determined, but for example, the production mode of the suggested production for each variation pattern indicated by the determination result at the time of winning, similarly to the pre-reading production execution determination table of FIG. A determination value (ratio) for determining the value may be set. By doing so, when the suggestion effect is executed in the second effect mode, in addition to increasing the ratio of occurrence of the big hit in the change display of the notice target, there is a fluctuation pattern having a high expectation level for the big hit. The rate at which it is performed can also be increased. In other words, when the variation pattern shown in the determination result at the time of winning is a specific variation pattern such as super reach, and the case where it is not a specific variation pattern, the mode of the suggested effect is determined at different ratios. Also good.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 26 (A), the number of game balls that can be acquired by the player is relatively “normal big hit” or “probability big hit”, and “normal big hit” or “probable big change”. Although the number of game balls that can be acquired by the player is smaller than the “big hit”, the mode of determining the suggestive effect at a different ratio is illustrated for the case of “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the mode of the suggested effect is determined at different ratios in the case of “probable big hit” that shifts to the probability variation state and in the case of “normal jackpot” that does not shift to the probability variation state. You may make it do.

  In the present embodiment, the suggestion effect is always executed at the shift timing at which the display mode of the hold display changes. However, the suggestion effect may not be executed. In this case, since the display mode of the hold display can be suddenly changed without being suggested by the suggestion effect, the unexpected feeling can be enhanced.

  Further, in this embodiment, two types of production modes of the first production mode and the second production mode are provided as the production mode of the suggestion production, but not limited to this, three or more types of production modes are provided, The degree of expectation may be different (the ratio selected according to the display result is different).

  When the effect mode of the suggestion effect is determined, the effect control CPU 120 indicates to display the hold display as a display mode flag in a special mode in the same storage area as the latest winning determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer. “1” is set (S67111).

  In this embodiment, when any one of the hold displays is displayed in a special form, the pre-reading effect is controlled not to be executed repeatedly. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pre-reading effect is executed repeatedly. This may be allowed at a fixed rate or completely. In other words, the processing of S67111 may be omitted at a constant rate or completely, thereby allowing a plurality of hold displays to be displayed in a special manner at a fixed rate or completely.

  In addition, for example, when any of the hold indications are displayed in a special mode or the first special mode or the second special mode, or it is determined to change to the first special mode or the second special mode, In the case where it is not yet displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode (an unchanged state), a new prefetch effect may be easily executed. In other words, the pre-reading effects may be easily executed repeatedly. Further, for example, in the case of a specific gaming state (for example, a probable change state or a short time state), the pre-reading effect may be easily executed repeatedly. For example, in a configuration that allows a pre-read effect to be executed repeatedly at a certain rate, it can be realized by increasing the allowed rate in a specific gaming state.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the total hold storage display unit 5D to display a new hold display in a special manner (S67112). In S67112, the effect control CPU 120 controls to display a new hold display in a special mode, and also shows information indicating the final display mode determined in S67106 and the effect mode of the suggested effect determined in S67110. Information is stored in a storage area formed in the RAM 122. By storing these pieces of information, it is possible to specify which final display mode and the production mode of the suggestive effect are determined in the effect symbol variation start process described later.

  If the prefetch effect pattern determined in S67107 is not the second prefetch effect pattern (N in S67109), that is, if it is determined to be the first prefetch effect pattern, the effect control CPU 120 determines the change determined in S67108. It is confirmed whether or not the timing is a 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 starting winning (Y in S67113), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a reach effect execution flag indicating that the reach effect is being executed is set (S67113a). ). When the reach effect execution flag is not set (S67113a; N), the hold display as the display mode flag is determined in S67107 in the same storage area as the latest winning determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer. “2” indicating display in one special mode or “3” indicating display in the second special mode determined in S67107 is set (S67113a), and a new hold is displayed in the total hold storage display unit 5D. The display is controlled to be displayed in the final display mode (second special mode or third special mode) determined in S67107 (S67114).

  If the reach effect execution flag is set (S67113a; Y), the display mode of the hold display is not changed regardless of the change timing, and the change of the display mode of the hold display is changed as follows. A hold display change carryover flag indicating execution in display is set, and the process proceeds to S67115a (S67113b).

  If the change timing is not a winning time in S67113 (N of S67113), the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode of the suggested effect performed at the change timing of the hold display, similarly to the above-described S67110 (S67115). Next, the production control CPU 120 indicates “0” indicating that the hold display is displayed in the normal mode determined in S67107 as the display mode flag in the same storage area as the latest winning time determination result in the winning determination result storage buffer. In step S67115a, “0” indicating that the new hold display is to be displayed is set in the total hold storage display unit 5D, and the new hold display is controlled to be displayed in the normal mode (S67116). In S67116 (for example, only when S67115 is executed), as in S67112, the effect control CPU 120 controls to display a new hold display, and information indicating the final display mode determined in S67106. And the information which shows the production | presentation aspect of the suggestion production determined by S67115 is stored in the preservation | save area | region formed in RAM122. By storing these pieces of information, it is possible to specify which final display mode and the production mode of the suggestive effect are determined in the effect symbol variation start process described later.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when a winning determination result designation command is received, a new hold display is displayed in any of the normal mode, special mode, first special mode, or second special mode in the pre-reading effect determination process. Processing to display 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 and second special symbols.

  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. 27 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 pending display number update process (S798). In the on-hold display number update process, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the on-hold storage number stored in the winning determination result storage buffer, and the specified on-hold storage number is displayed on the current total on-hold storage display unit 5D. It is determined whether or not the number of held display matches. If the specified number of reserved memories does not match the number of reserved displays currently displayed on the total pending storage display section 5D, the number of reserved displays on the total pending storage display section 5D is calculated based on the specified number of reserved memories. Update.

  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.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 executes notification effect processing (S799a). In the notification effect process, when the display mode of the hold display or the consumption hold table changes, the effect control CPU 120 notifies the player that the display mode of the hold display or the consumption hold display has changed. The notification effect is executed.

  After execution of S798, S799, and S799a, 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 variable display of the effect symbols is realized. However, control relating to variable display of the effect symbols synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command is received from the game control microcomputer 100. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation 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. 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 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, performs a process of resetting the prefetch effect limit flag. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern 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 command reception waiting process (S800).

  28, 29, and 30 are flowcharts showing the notification effect process (S799a) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the notification effect process, the effect control CPU 120 does not execute a display mode change notification effect and a display mode changed change start notification effect, which will be described later, a display mode change notification effect / display mode changed change start notification effect non-execution flag. It is determined whether or not is set (S1700). When the display mode change notification effect / display mode changed change start notification effect non-execution flag is set (S1700; Y), the notification effect process is terminated, and the display mode change notification effect / display mode changed change start notification is performed. When the production non-execution flag is not set (S1700; N), the process proceeds to S1701. In S <b> 1701, the display control CPU 120 notifies that the variable display of the hold memory corresponding to the consumption hold display corresponding to the consumption hold display whose display mode has changed to the first special mode or the second special mode at the time of the hold display is executed. It is determined whether or not a display mode changed change start notification effect executing flag indicating that the changed change start notification effect is being executed is set (S1701). When the display mode changed change start notification effect executing flag is set (S1701; Y), the process proceeds to S1727, and when the display mode changed change start notification effect executing flag is not set (S1701; N) It is determined whether or not a prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer (S1702).

  If the pre-reading target flag is set in the active display storage buffer (S1702; Y), the process proceeds to S1717. If the pre-reading target flag is not set in the active display storage buffer (S1702; N), it is for effect control. The CPU 120 further displays a display mode change notification effect executing flag indicating that a display mode change notification effect that notifies that the display mode of the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode is being executed. It is determined whether or not is set (S1703). When the display mode change notification effect executing flag is set (S1703; Y), the process proceeds to S1734, and when the display mode change notification effect executing flag is not set (S1703; N), determination at winning is made. It is determined whether there is a pending storage in which the prefetch target flag is set in the result storage buffer (S1704).

  When the prefetch target flag is not set in the winning determination result storage buffer (S1704; N), the effect control CPU 120 ends the notification effect processing, and the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer. If it is present (S1704; Y), it is determined whether or not the display mode change informed flag is set in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag gusset is set (S1705). When the display mode change notification flag is set in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set, that is, when the display mode change notification effect has already been executed (S1705; Y), the notification effect process is terminated. When the display mode change notification flag is not set in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set, that is, when the display mode change notification effect is not yet executed (S1705; N), for effect control The CPU 120 determines whether or not a reach effect execution flag is set (S1706).

  When the reach effect execution flag is set (S1706; N), the notification effect process is terminated, and when the reach effect execution flag is not set (S1706; Y), the effect control CPU 120 reads ahead. It is determined whether or not the value of the display mode flag set in the hold storage in which the target flag is set is 0 or 1 (S1707). When the value of the display mode flag set in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is 0 or 1 (S1707; Y), the notification effect process is terminated and the prefetch target flag is set. When the value of the display mode flag set in the memory is 2 or 3 (S1707; N), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the total pending storage number is 2 or more (S1708a). If the total pending storage number is 2 or more (S1708a; Y), the process proceeds to S1709, and if the total pending storage number is 1 or less (S1708a; N), the value of the effect control process flag is received by the variation pattern command. It is determined whether the value is a waiting process value (S1708b). When the value of the effect control process flag is not the value of the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S1708b; N), the process proceeds to S1709, and when the value of the effect control process flag is the value of the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S1708b; Y) The display mode change notification effect / display mode changed variation start notification effect non-execution flag indicating that the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect are not executed is set, and the notification effect process is terminated ( S1708c).

  Specifically, the CPU 120 for effect control sets a display mode change notification effect executing flag (S1709), and is the value of the display mode flag set in the hold memory set in the prefetch target flag gusset set to 2? It is determined whether or not (S1710). When the value of the display mode flag set in the hold memory set as the prefetch target flag gusset is 2 (S1710; Y), the display mode change notification effect pattern A is used as an effect pattern executed in the display mode change notification effect. The execution is determined, and the display mode change notification effect pattern A is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S1711). When the value of the display mode flag set in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is 3 (S1710; N), the display mode change notification is performed as an effect pattern executed in the display mode change notification effect. The execution of the effect pattern B is determined, and the display mode change notification effect pattern B is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S1712).

  As shown in FIG. 31 (A), the display mode change notification effect pattern A is a hold display that has been displayed in the first special mode, rotated clockwise around the axis oriented in the front-rear direction (front view). This is an effect pattern to be rotated horizontally). The display mode change notification effect pattern B is an effect pattern in which the hold display that has been displayed in the second special mode is rotated (vertically rotated in a front view) around an axis that faces in the vertical direction.

  In this embodiment, when the value of the display mode flag set in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is 2, that is, the hold display based on the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is the first. When the display is started in one special mode, an effect of univocally rotating the hold display whose display has been started in the first special mode in the front view is executed as a display mode change notification effect. When the value of the display mode flag set in the hold memory in which the flag is set is 3, that is, the hold display based on the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is displayed in the second special mode. In such a case, the display mode change notification effect is exemplified by a form in which the hold display whose display has been started in the second special mode is uniquely executed in a vertical direction in the front view. It is not limited to this, and when the value of the display mode flag set in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is 2, the hold display started in the first special mode is the front The hold display is horizontally rotated in front view at a higher rate than the effect of vertically rotating in view (for example, the hold display started in the first special mode is horizontally rotated in front view at a rate of 90%. On the other hand, when the value of the display mode flag set in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is 3, the display is performed in the second special mode. The hold display is vertically rotated in front view at a higher rate than the effect in which the hold display is rotated horizontally in front view (for example, 90% of the hold display started in the second special mode is displayed). Rotate vertically in front view, 10% In may be laterally rotated) as viewed from the front.

  After executing S1711 or S1712, the CPU 120 for effect control selects the display mode change notification effect process table corresponding to the stored display mode change notification effect pattern (S1713), and starts the selected display mode change notification effect process table. Thus, the control of the effect device (the effect display device 5 as the effect part, the various lamps as the effect part, and the speakers 8R and 8L as the effect parts) is executed according to the contents of the display mode change notification effect process data 1. Then, the notification effect process is terminated (S1714, S1715). For example, in order to display an image according to the display mode change notification effect 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 S1734, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the display mode change notification effect process timer by 1 (S1734), and determines whether or not the display mode change notification effect process timer has timed out (S1735). When the display mode change notification effect process timer has not timed out (S1735; N), the notification effect processing is terminated, and when the display mode change notification effect process timer has timed out (S1735; Y), It is determined whether or not the display mode change notification effect process timer that has timed out is the last display mode change notification effect process timer (S1736).

  If the timer-out display mode change notification effect process timer is not the last display mode change notification effect process timer (S1736; N), the effect control CPU 120 starts the next display mode change notification effect process process. In accordance with the content of the next display mode change notification effect process data, the control of the effect device (the effect display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component and the speakers 8R and 8L as the effect component) is executed and notified. The effect process ends (S1737, S1738). When the display mode change notification effect process timer that has timed out is the last display mode change notification effect process timer (S1736; Y), the effect control CPU 120 ends the display mode change notification effect (S1739). The display mode change notification effect executing flag is cleared (S1740), and the display mode change notification flag is set in the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set, and the notification effect process is ended (S1741).

  In S1717, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the display mode changed change start notification effect execution flag (S1717), and specifies the display mode change notification effect pattern stored in S1711 or S1712 (S1718). And it is determined whether the specified display mode change notification effect pattern is the display mode change notification effect pattern A (S1719). When the specified display mode change notification effect pattern is the display mode change notification effect pattern A (S1719; Y), the execution of the display mode change changed start notification effect pattern A is determined (S1720), and the specified display mode change is determined. When the notification effect pattern is the display mode change notification effect pattern B (S1719; N), the execution of the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern B is determined (S1721).

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 31 (B), the display mode changed variation start notification effect pattern A is a clockwise rotation around the axis oriented in the front-rear direction of the consumption hold display displayed in the first special mode. Is an effect pattern that is rotated (horizontal rotation in front view). Further, the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern B is an effect pattern for rotating the consumption hold display displayed in the second special mode around the axis oriented in the vertical direction (vertical rotation in front view). . That is, in this embodiment, the display mode change notification effect pattern A and the display mode change change start notification effect pattern A are the same in the display mode change notification effect pattern A and the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern A. At the same time, the display mode change notification effect pattern B and the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern B are the same.

  In the present embodiment, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect are exemplified by executing the same effect mode. However, in this embodiment, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode change are performed. It is sufficient that at least a part of the production mode is the same as the completed change start notification production. For example, in the display mode change notification production pattern A, the hold display started to be displayed in the first special mode is laterally viewed from the front. On the other hand, in the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern A, while rotating, the hold display displayed in the first special mode as the same display mode as the display mode change notification effect pattern A is rotated horizontally in front view. The size of the consumption hold display as an effect mode different from the display mode change notification effect pattern A is different from the size of the hold display when the display mode change notification effect pattern A is executed. At best, also, the light emitting of the LED in addition to the lateral rotation of the front view of the consumer hold display, speakers 8L, may be executed the output or the like of the notification sound from 8R. In other words, the “display mode changed change start notification effect common to at least a part of the display mode change notification effect” may be at least partially shared with the display mode change notification effect. It may be similar or similar to that of the display mode change notification effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, the normal mode in the hold display, the normal mode in the consumption hold display, the first special mode in the hold display and the first special mode in the consumption hold display, the second special mode in the hold display and the first in the consumption hold display. Each of the two special modes has the same display mode, and the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect are exemplified as the same effect mode, but the present invention is limited to this. Rather than the normal mode in the hold display and the normal mode in the consumption hold display, the first special mode in the hold display and the first special mode in the consumption hold display, the second special mode in the hold display and the second special mode in the consumption hold display While making each different display mode, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed variation start notification effect are the same effect mode, Others may be to the same part of the production aspects of the display mode change already change start notification effect with the display mode change notification effect.

  In the present embodiment, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect are illustrated as rotating the hold display / consumption hold display, but the present invention is not limited to this. As the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect, the display mode of the hold display / consumption hold display is temporarily changed to the same display mode, light emission of the same color by the LED, speaker 8L , 8R, etc., the same notification sound may be output. In addition, when light emission of the same color is performed by the LED in the display mode change notification effect and the display mode change change start notification effect, the light emission intensity is varied between the display mode change notification effect and the display mode change change start notification effect. In addition, when the same notification sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R with the display mode change notification effect and the display mode change change start notification effect, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode change have been completed. The volume of the notification sound may be varied depending on the change start notification effect.

  After execution of S1720 or S1721, the effect control CPU 120 selects a display mode changed change start notification effect process table corresponding to the display mode changed change start notification effect pattern determined to be executed in S1720 or S1721 (S1722). By starting the selected display mode changed change start notification effect process timer, the display device (the effect display device 5 as the effect component, the effect component as the effect component according to the contents of the display mode changed change start notification effect process data 1) The control of the various lamps and speakers 8R, 8L as effect parts is executed, and the notification effect process is terminated (S1723, S1724).

  In S1727, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the display mode changed change start notification effect process timer by 1 (S1727), and determines whether or not the display mode changed change start notification effect process timer has timed out (S1728). . When the display mode changed change start notification effect process timer has not timed out (S1728; N), the notification effect process is terminated, and when the display mode changed change start notification effect process timer has timed out ( S1728; Y), it is determined whether or not the timer-out display mode changed change start notification effect process timer is the last display mode changed change start notification effect process timer (S1729).

  When the timer-out display mode changed change start notification effect process timer is not the last display mode changed change start notification effect process timer (S1729; N), the effect control CPU 120 displays the next display mode changed change start notification effect timer. By starting the production process table, the production device (the production display device 5 as the production component, the various lamps as the production component, and the production component according to the contents of the next display mode changed change start production production process data The control of the speakers 8R, 8L) is executed, and the notification effect process is terminated (S1730, S1731). When the timer-out display mode changed change start notification effect process timer is the last display mode changed change start notification effect process timer (S1729; Y), the effect control CPU 120 displays the display mode changed change start. The notification effect is ended (S1732), the display mode changed variation start notification effect execution flag is cleared, and the notification effect process is ended (S1733).

  32 and 33 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 determines whether or not a reach effect executing flag is set (S1800a). When the reach effect execution flag is set (S1800a; Y), the reach effect execution flag is cleared (S1800b). If data such as data indicating the winning determination result, prefetch target flag, display mode flag, display mode change notification flag, etc. are set in the active display storage buffer, these data are deleted (S1800c). In the present embodiment, the form in which the processes of S1800b and S1800c are executed in the effect symbol variation start process is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the processes of S1800B and S1800c are effected. It may be executed in the symbol variation stop process.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect execution flag set during the already-displayed variation display is cleared in the effect symbol variation start process in the newly performed variation display. The invention is not limited to this, and the reach effect executing flag is cleared in the effect symbol changing process or the effect symbol change stop process during execution of the variable display in which the reach effect executing flag is set. Anyway.

  The winning determination result storage buffer No. The contents of the first storage area (first storage area) are shifted to the active display storage buffer (No. 0 storage area) as the consumption pending storage, and the contents of the remaining winning determination result storage buffer are shifted one by one ( S1800d). In addition, when it is comprised so that the fluctuation display of any one of a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol may be performed preferentially, CPU120 for presentation control is synchronized with the fluctuation display of a 1st 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 winning determination result is deleted, and the 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 winning determination result stored in the determination result storage buffer is deleted, and the contents of the second winning determination result storage buffer are shifted.

  Then, the production control CPU 120 displays the consumption suspension table in one of the normal mode, the first special mode, and the second special mode based on the value of the display mode flag in the active display storage buffer after the contents are shifted. Start (S1800d '). In this embodiment, the hold display after the shift is updated to the hold display after the shift by the effect control CPU 120 executing the above-described hold display number updating process of S798. The invention is not limited to this, and the consumption hold display and the hold display update may be executed simultaneously at the execution timing of S1800d ′ or the execution timing of S798 in the present embodiment.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the hold display change carryover flag indicating that the display mode of the hold display has not been changed at the change timing is set (S1800e). If the hold display change carryover flag is set (S1800e; Y), the process proceeds to S1817. If the hold display change carryover flag is not set (S1800e; N), the change timing (number of shifts) is specified. Therefore, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the shift counter is larger 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 (S1801; N), that is, it is determined that the value of the shift counter is 0 and the pre-reading effect is executed (the display mode of the hold display is changed). If not, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the process to S1804.

  On the other hand, when the value of the shift counter is larger than 0 (S1801; Y), that is, when it is determined to execute the pre-reading effect (change the display mode of the hold display), the effect control CPU 120. 1 decrements the value of the shift 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 pre-reading 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 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 shifts the process to S1804. On the other hand, when the value of the shift number 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 shifts the process to S1809.

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

  Next, the CPU 120 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in S1804 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). The symbol is determined (S1805). That is, when the CPU 120 for effect control executes the processing of S1805, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (the stop symbol of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. Display result determination means for determining () is realized. The effect control CPU 120 stores 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 odd symbols (probability variation) as a stop symbol. 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 effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

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

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer after the contents are shifted in 1800d (S1806a). If the prefetch target flag is set in the active display storage buffer after the content is shifted in S1800d (S1806a; Y), the process table is selected according to the variation pattern, and then the process proceeds to S1812 (S18016), and in S1800d When the prefetch target flag is not set in the active display storage buffer after the content is shifted (S1806a; N), the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer after the content is shifted in S1800d. It is determined whether or not there is a storage area (S1806b). When there is no storage area in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer whose contents are shifted in S1800d, that is, no prefetch effect is executed in any hold display, and the consumption hold display is the normal mode. Is displayed, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern (S1807b), and then proceeds to S1812. If 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 S1800d, the process proceeds to S1806c.

  In S1806c, the effect control CPU 120 refers to the storage area in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer, and wins the winning determination result in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set (big hit) Or it is determined whether it is a small hit (S1806c). If the winning determination result of the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is a win, the process proceeds to S1806d, and if the winning determination result of the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set is out of place, S1806e. Migrate to

  In this embodiment, in S1806c, an example of determining whether or not the winning determination result of the holding storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is a big win or a small win is shown. However, in S1806c, it may be determined only whether or not the winning determination result of the holding storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is a big hit. Further, in S1806c, it is determined whether or not the determination result at the time of winning in the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is a normal big hit or a probable big hit, and the determination result at the time of win is suddenly a probable big hit or small hit. If there is, the process may proceed to S1806e.

In S1806d, the effect control CPU 120 uses the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26B to indicate the suggestion effect effect mode that suggests that the display mode of the hold display changes (effect display). None), determined from the first effect mode and the second effect mode (S1806d).
Here, the processing of S1806d is not executed at the timing when the display mode of the hold display changes due to the pre-reading effect. Therefore, in S1806d, although it is suggested that the display mode of the hold display changes, as a result, the presentation mode of the suggestive effect that is executed when the display mode does not change is determined. In addition, in order to distinguish from the suggestion effect (success pattern) executed when the display mode of the hold display changes, the suggestion effect executed when the display mode does not change is also referred to as the suggestion effect (passing pattern).

  Further, in the first effect mode and the second effect mode performed at times other than the change timing of the hold display, display control is performed in which an arrow passes through the hold display without finally piercing the hold display.

  Specifically, in S1806d, when the winning determination result of the pre-read target (the pre-read target flag is set) reserved storage is win, the effect control CPU 120 sets the first suggested effect type at the rate of 30%. The effect mode is determined, the suggested effect type is determined to be the second effect mode at a rate of 40%, and the suggestion effect is not executed (there is no effect) at a rate of 30%.

  In S1806e, the CPU 120 for effect control uses the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 26C to indicate the effect mode of the suggestion effect that suggests that the display mode of the hold display changes, as in S1806d. The suggestion effect type of the suggestion effect (passing pattern) is determined from the suggestion effect non-execution (no effect), the first effect mode, and the second effect mode (S1806e).

  Specifically, in S1806e, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the first suggested effect type at a rate of 20% when the winning determination result of the pre-read target (pre-read target flag is set) hold memory is out of place. The production mode is determined, the suggested production type is determined to be the second production mode at a rate of 10%, and the non-execution of the suggested production (no production) is determined at the rate of 70%.

  In other words, in this example, when the winning determination result in the prefetch target hold memory is a win, the ratio of execution of the suggestion effect (execution of the first effect mode or the second effect mode) is determined as the prefetch target hold. The determination result at the time of winning the memory is higher than when it is out of place. In addition, when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is a win, the ratio at which the execution of the first rendering mode is determined is higher than when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is out of place. Yes. Similarly, when the winning determination result of the pre-read target hold memory is a win, the ratio at which execution of the second effect mode is determined is higher than when the determination result at the pre-read target hold memory is out of sync. ing.

  Furthermore, when the prefetch target hold memory is a win, the rate at which execution of the second effect mode is determined is higher than the ratio at which the first effect mode is determined, and the prefetch target hold memory is out of place. In this case, the rate at which the execution of the second effect mode is determined is lower than the rate at which the first effect mode is determined.

  That is, in this embodiment, when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is a win, the suggestion effect is easier to execute than when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is out of place, and the suggested effect type As for execution of the 2nd production mode, it is easier to determine than execution of the 1st production mode. On the other hand, when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is out of place, it is easier to determine the non-execution of the suggestion effect than when the winning determination result of the prefetch target hold memory is a win, and as the suggestion effect type The execution of the first effect mode is more easily determined than the execution of the second effect mode, and the second suggestion effect is executed as the suggestion effect (passing pattern) with respect to the hold display. When any of the display modes changes to the special mode, the player can be expected.

  After execution of S1806d or S1806e, the CPU 120 for effect control selects a process table according to the determined effect mode and variation pattern of the suggested effect (passing pattern), and proceeds to S1812. If execution of the suggestive effect (passage pattern) is not determined in S1806d or S1806e, a process table corresponding to the variation pattern may be selected as in S1807b.

  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 variable display time (the change time) of the variable display of the effect design and the form of the prefetch effect 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 command from the variation pattern command storage area (S1809). Then, according to the variation pattern 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) is the same as in S1805. Is selected (S1810), and the display mode change time process table (for suggestion effect execution time) corresponding to the effect mode and the variation pattern of the suggestion effect is selected (S1811). Then, the process proceeds to S1812.

In S1817, the effect control CPU 120 clears the hold display change carryover flag (S1817), and reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (S1818). Then, according to the variation pattern command read in S1818 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (ie, the received display result designation command), the display result of the effect symbol (stop symbol) as in S1805. Is selected (S1819), and a process table for changing the display mode corresponding to the variation pattern (for when the suggestive effect is not executed) is selected (S1820). Then, the process proceeds to S1812.
Then, after executing any of S1807a, S1807b, S1811, S1816, and S1820, the effect control CPU 120 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (S1812),

In accordance with the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), an effect device (the effect display device 5 as an effect part, various lamps as an effect part, and an effect part as Control of the speakers 8R and 8L 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 effect control CPU 120 performs control so that the effect symbols are variably displayed by the change pattern corresponding to the change pattern command on a one-to-one basis. A variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of corresponding variation patterns.

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

  FIG. 34 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 S1847a.

  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 S1847a, 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 for changing the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is being executed. Determination is made (S1846b). If the value of the shift counter is not 0, the process proceeds to S1847a. If the value of the shift counter is 0, is the change timing of the display mode of the hold display of the hold memory in which the prefetch target flag is set? It is determined whether or not (S1846c).

  When it is not the change timing of the display mode of the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set, the process proceeds to S1847a, and the display timing of the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is the change timing. The effect control CPU 120 sets the display mode flag of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer to a value corresponding to the final display mode (S1846d). Then, the hold display of the hold storage in which the prefetch target flag is set is displayed in the final display mode, and the process proceeds to S1847a (S1846e).

  In S1847a, the effect control CPU 120 refers to the process data being executed and determines whether it is the start timing of the reach effect (S1847a). If it is the start timing of the reach effect, the reach effect execution flag is set and the process proceeds to S1848a (S1847b). If it is not the start time of the reach effect, the process proceeds to S1848a without executing S1847b.

  In S1848a, the effect control CPU 120 refers to the process data being executed, and determines whether or not the reach effect is being executed (S1848a). If it is during the reach effect execution period (S1848a; Y), the reach effect effect control is executed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, the sound control execution data, the operation unit control data, etc., and S1849. (S1848b). If it is not during the execution period of the reach effect (S1848a; N), the process proceeds to S1849 without going through S1848b.

  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 symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  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. 35 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 reset. (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 command reception waiting process (S800). Update (S857).

  After execution of S856, S857, and S858, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not “1” indicating that the pre-reading target flag in the active display storage buffer is the pre-reading target during the hold display is set. S859). When “0” is set in the prefetch target flag of the active display storage buffer (S859; N), the effect symbol variation stop processing is terminated, and “1” is set in the prefetch target flag of the active display storage buffer. If the display mode change notification effect / display mode changed change start notification effect non-execution flag is set (S859; Y), the display mode change notification effect / display mode change change start notification effect non-execution flag is set. Is cleared and the effect symbol variation stop process is terminated (S860).

  In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 ends the change (variable display) of the effect symbols on the condition that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received (see S851 and S853). However, when the variation time timer based on the received variation pattern command times out, control may be performed 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 confirmation designation command for designating the end of variable display.

Next, a specific example of the prefetch effect in the present embodiment will be described. 36 and 37 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of prefetching effects based on the first prefetching effect pattern.
As shown in FIG. 36 (A), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, and the two on-hold displays are in the normal mode (“◯” in this example) on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. When the start winning is performed when the display of the total number of holdings displayed in the upper left portion of the effect display device 5 is “2”, the prefetch effect mode (prefetch effect pattern, final display mode) is displayed. , Change timing) and the 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. 36 and FIG. 37, the prefetch effect pattern is determined as the first prefetch effect pattern, the final display mode is determined as the first special mode or the second special mode, and the change timing is set at the time of starting winning (the number of shifts is 0). ). In addition, the production mode of the suggestion production (success pattern) is determined to be the first production mode or the second production mode.

  In the present embodiment, in the prefetching effect based on the first prefetching effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the change display (holding information) to be notified is not displayed once in the special form, but the first special in the final display form. It is displayed in the mode or the second special mode. Moreover, the timing at which the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode is a start winning timing or an arbitrary shift timing. Therefore, when the change timing is determined at the time of winning a start (the number of shifts is 0) and the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, as shown in FIG. 36 (B1) unless the reach effect is being executed. At the timing of the start winning prize, the third hold display is displayed on the total hold storage display unit 5D in the first special mode (in this example, “X” is included). Further, when the change timing is determined at the time of winning a start (the number of shifts is 0) and the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. At the timing of the start winning prize, the third hold display is displayed in the total hold storage display portion 5D in the second special mode (in this example, “X” includes two crosses).

  As shown in FIG. 36 (C1), when the third hold display is displayed in the first special mode in the total hold storage display unit 5D, the third hold display is displayed as a display mode change notification effect. Rotates horizontally.

  As shown in FIG. 36 (D1), when the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold display. To the consumption hold active display area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one. Similarly, when the variable display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the next hold display (second hold display shown in FIG. 36 (C1)) is started, the next hold is displayed. The display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, the hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D, and the hold total display is subtracted. Updated.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 36 (E1), when the variable display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special mode is started, the first special display is started. The hold display displayed in the mode is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is respectively displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. As it is shifted, the pending total display is subtracted and updated. At this time, the consumption hold display is rotated horizontally in front view as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 36 (C2), when the third hold display is displayed in the second special mode in the total hold storage display unit 5D, the third hold display is displayed as a display mode change notification effect. Rotate in the horizontal direction.

  As shown in FIG. 36 (D2), when the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold display. To the consumption hold active display area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one. Similarly, when the variable display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the next hold display (second hold display shown in FIG. 36 (C2)) is started, the next hold is displayed. The display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, the hold display after the hold display displayed in the second special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D, and the hold total display is subtracted. Updated.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 36 (E2), when the variation display of the production symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the suspension information corresponding to the suspension display displayed in the second special mode is started, the second special display is started. The hold display displayed in the mode is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the second special mode is respectively displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. As it is shifted, the pending total display is subtracted and updated. At this time, the consumption hold display rotates vertically as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  Even if the final display mode is the first special mode or the second special mode, the change timing is determined not at the start winning timing (number of shifts 0) but at an arbitrary shift timing (here, the number of shifts 1). In this case, as shown in FIG. 37 (A) and FIG. 37 (B), at the start winning timing, the third hold display is displayed in the normal hold mode (“◯” in this example) on the total hold storage display unit 5D. ) Is displayed. Then, the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped (FIG. 37C), and when the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display becomes the consumption hold display. The display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted, and the hold total display is updated by one subtraction.

  At this time, when the change timing is determined as the number of shifts 1 and the effect mode of the suggestion effect (success pattern) is determined as the first effect mode, the suggestion effect suggesting that the display mode of the hold display changes. In the effect display device 5, display control in which a black arrow flies from the right side of the display area is performed (FIG. 37 (D1)).

  When the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, as shown in FIG. 37 (E1), the second hold display (see FIG. 37) of the total hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the shift. (B) The effect that the black arrow is stabbed in the newly displayed hold display (equivalent effect (success pattern) of the first effect mode) is performed, and the hold display that is punctured by the black arrow is the first special mode. (In this example, a cross is included in “◯”) and displayed. When the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. 37 (E2), the second hold display (see FIG. 37) of the total hold storage display unit 5D at the shift timing. (B) A black arrow is inserted into the newly displayed hold display) (a suggestion effect (success pattern) of the first effect mode) and a hold display with a black arrow is displayed in the second special mode. (In this example, “X” includes two crosses) and is displayed.

  In addition, when the change timing is determined as the number of shifts 1 and the effect mode of the suggestion effect (success pattern) is determined as the second effect mode, the suggestion effect suggesting that the display mode of the hold display changes. In the effect display device 5, display control is performed in which a white arrow flies from the right side of the display area (FIG. 37 (D2)).

  Then, when the final display mode is determined to be the first special mode, as shown in FIG. 37 (E3), the second hold display (FIG. 37) of the total hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the shift. (B) A white arrow is stabbed in the newly displayed hold display) (a suggestion effect (success pattern) of the second effect mode), and a hold display with a white arrow is the first special mode (In this example, a cross is included in “◯”) and displayed. Further, when the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. 37 (E4), the second hold display (FIG. 37) of the total hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the shift. (B) A white arrow is stabbed in the newly displayed hold display) (a suggestion effect (success pattern) of the second appearance mode) and a hold display in which the white arrow is stabbed is the second special mode. (In this example, “X” includes two crosses) and is displayed.

  As already explained, in the present embodiment, when the suggestion effect mode of the suggestion effect (success pattern) is the second effect mode, the display mode of the hold display is compared to when the suggestion effect first effect mode. However, it is comprised so that the ratio which becomes a 2nd special aspect with a high expectation degree which becomes a big hit than a 1st special aspect may become high. Therefore, when the suggestion effect (success pattern) is the first effect mode, that is, when a black arrow is blown and stuck in the hold display, the rate at which the hold display changes to the first special mode with low expectation. high. That is, the ratio of shifting from FIG. 37 (D1) to FIG. 37 (E1) is high. On the other hand, when the suggestion effect (success pattern) is in the second effect mode, that is, when a white arrow is blown and stuck in the hold display, the ratio at which the hold display changes to the second special mode with high expectation is obtained. high. That is, the rate of transition from FIG. 37 (D2) to FIG. 37 (E4) is high. By being configured in this way, even if the suggestion effect (success pattern) that the arrow is flying and stuck in the hold display is made to feel that it is desired to be performed in the second effect mode, the suggestion effect is the first effect mode. When this is done, that is, when a black arrow flies, it is possible to feel that it is desired to pass without being stuck in the hold display (I want it to be a suggestion effect (passing pattern)).

  The hold display whose display mode is changed to the first special mode in FIG. 37 (E1) or FIG. 37 (E3) is a front view as a display mode change notification effect as shown in FIG. 38 (F1) and FIG. 38 (G1). Rotate horizontally. As shown in FIG. 38 (H1), when the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold display. To the consumption hold active display area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (I1), when the change display of the effect symbol is stopped and the change display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special form is started, the first special form is started. Is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as a consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. In addition, the pending total display is updated by subtraction. At this time, the consumption hold display is rotated horizontally in front view as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  Also, the hold display whose display mode has changed to the second special mode in FIGS. 37 (E2) and 37 (E4) is a display mode change notification effect as shown in FIGS. 38 (F2) and 38 (G2). Rotates vertically in front view. As shown in FIG. 38 (H2), when the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold display. To the consumption hold active display area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (I2), when the change display of the effect symbol is stopped and the change display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special form is started, the first special form is started. Is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as a consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. In addition, the pending total display is updated by subtraction. At this time, the consumption hold display rotates vertically as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  FIG. 39 and FIG. 40 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of prefetch effects based on the second prefetch effect pattern. As shown in FIG. 39 (A), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, and the two on-hold displays are in the normal mode (“◯” in this example) on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. If 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”, the prefetch effect (prefetch effect pattern, final display mode, change) The timing) and the mode of the suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. In the example shown in FIGS. 39 and 40, the prefetch effect pattern is determined as the second prefetch effect pattern, the final display mode is determined as the first special mode or the second special mode, and the change timing is the number of shifts 1 or the number of shifts 2 And decide. In addition, the suggestion effect mode is determined as the first effect mode or the second effect mode.

  In the present embodiment, in the pre-reading effect based on the second pre-reading effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the variable display (holding information) to be notified is displayed in a special manner at the timing of the start winning prize, and at any shift timing, The final display mode is changed to the first special mode or the second special mode. Therefore, when the pre-reading effect pattern is determined as the second pre-reading effect pattern, as shown in FIG. 39 (B), the third hold display is displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the start winning prize as a special mode ( In this example, six lines are drawn outside “◯”).

  Then, the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped (FIG. 39C), and when the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold active display. Shifting to area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted, and the hold total display is updated by one subtraction. At this time, when the effect mode of the suggestion effect is determined to be the second effect mode, a white arrow flies from the right side of the display area in the effect display device 5 as the suggestion effect suggesting that the hold display changes. (Second effect mode) Display control is performed (FIG. 39D).

  Here, when the change timing is determined as the number of shifts 1 and the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, as shown in FIG. 39 (E1), the total pending storage display unit at the shift timing. The 5D second hold display (corresponding to the special display hold display newly displayed in FIG. 39B) is struck by a white arrow (the 2nd effect mode suggestion effect (success pattern)). At the same time, the hold display with a white arrow is changed from the special mode to the first special mode (in this example, “X” is included) and displayed. At this time, as shown in FIG. 39 (E4), the consumption hold display rotates horizontally as a display form changed change start notification effect.

  When the change timing is determined to be the number of shifts 1 and the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. 39 (E2), the total pending storage display unit 5D at the shift timing. The second hold display (corresponding to the hold display of the special mode newly displayed in FIG. 39 (B)) is struck by a white arrow (the suggestion effect (success pattern) of the second effect mode). The hold display with a white arrow is changed from the special mode to the second special mode (in this example, “X” includes two crosses) and displayed. At this time, as shown in FIG. 39 (E5), the consumption hold display is rotated vertically as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  Further, when the change timing is determined to be the number of shifts 2, as shown in FIG. 39 (E3), the suggestion effect (second effect mode) in which the white arrow passes without sticking to any hold display at the shift timing. Suggestion production (passing pattern)). The suggestion effect shown in FIG. 39 (E3) is performed when it is determined in the effect symbol variation start process that the suggestion effect (passing pattern) is executed in the second effect mode. Thus, in the present embodiment, as the suggestion effect, the effect display device 5 performs display control in which a black arrow (first effect mode) or a white arrow (second effect mode) flies from the right side of the display area. Then, it is suggested that the display mode of the hold display changes, and when the arrow is stuck in the hold display (when the suggestion effect (success pattern) is performed), the display mode changes, and the arrow does not stick in any hold display. When it passes (when the suggestion effect (passing pattern) is performed), the display mode does not change.

  Thereafter, the variation display of the effect symbol stops (FIG. 40F), and when the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold active display. Shifted to the area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted. At this time, as the suggestion effect suggesting that the hold display changes, the effect display device 5 performs display control in which a black arrow flies from the right side of the display area (first effect mode) (FIG. 40G). ).

  Then, when the change timing is determined as the number of shifts 2 and the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, as shown in FIG. 40 (H1), the total pending storage display unit 5D at the shift timing. The first hold display (corresponding to the hold display of the special mode newly displayed in FIG. 39 (B)) is struck by a black arrow (the first effect mode suggestion effect (success pattern)). The hold display with a black arrow is changed from the special mode to the first special mode (in this example, “X” is included) and displayed. As shown in FIG. 40 (I1) and FIG. 40 (J1), the hold display whose display mode is changed from the special mode to the first special mode is horizontally rotated as a display mode change notification effect. When the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special mode is started, the hold display displayed in the first special mode is used as the consumption hold display. Shifted to 5F. At this time, the consumption hold display is rotated horizontally in front view as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  When the change timing is determined to be the number of shifts 2 and the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. 40 (H2), the total pending storage display unit 5D at the shift timing. The first hold display (corresponding to the hold display of the special mode newly displayed in FIG. 39 (B)) is struck by a black arrow (the first effect mode suggestion effect (success pattern)). The hold display with a black arrow is changed from the special mode to the second special mode (in this example, “X” includes two crosses) and displayed. As shown in FIGS. 40 (I2) and 40 (J2), the hold display whose display mode is changed from the special mode to the second special mode is vertically rotated as a display mode change notification effect. When the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the second special mode is started, the hold display displayed in the second special mode is used as the consumption hold display. Shifted to 5F. At this time, the consumption hold display rotates vertically as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  Next, a case where the start winning is generated during the execution of the reach effect while the effect design is changing will be described. As shown in FIG. 41 (A), in the effect display device 5, while the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner and the reach effect is being executed, two on-hold indications are displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D in the normal mode (this example). If the start winning is performed when the display of the total number of holdings displayed in the upper left portion of the effect display device 5 is “2”, the prefetch effect (prefetch effect pattern) is displayed. , Final display mode, change timing) and mode of suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. In the example shown in FIG. 41, the prefetch effect pattern is determined as the first prefetch effect pattern, the final display mode is determined as the first special mode or the second special mode, and the change timing is determined as the number of shifts 0. In addition, the suggestion effect mode is determined as the first effect mode or the second effect mode.

  When the start winning is generated during the execution of the reach effect, the change timing is determined at the start winning time (the number of shifts is 0), and the final display mode is determined to be the first special mode. As shown, the third hold display is displayed in the normal manner on the combined hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the start winning prize. Similarly, when the start prize is generated during the execution of the reach effect, the change timing is determined at the start prize (the number of shifts is 0), and the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, FIG. As shown in B), the third hold display is displayed in a normal manner on the combined hold storage display unit 5D at the timing of the start winning prize. In other words, in this embodiment, when a start prize is generated during the execution of the reach effect, even if the display mode of the hold display based on the start prize is determined to be the first special mode or the second special mode, The hold display based on the winning is displayed in a normal manner.

  When the change timing is determined at the time of starting winning (the number of shifts is 0) and the final display mode is determined to be the first special mode, the variation display of the effect symbols is stopped as shown in FIG. When the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F, and the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted respectively. The pending total display is updated by one subtraction. Then, by starting the variable display based on the upper part of the hold, as shown in FIGS. 41 (D) and 41 (E), the second hold display (newly displayed in FIG. 41 (B)). This corresponds to the hold display in the normal mode) changes to the first special mode. At this time, the hold display whose display mode is changed to the first special mode is rotated horizontally in front view as a display mode change notification effect.

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 41 (F) and 41 (G), when the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special mode is started, the first special mode is used. The displayed hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as a consumption hold display. At this time, the consumption hold display rotates vertically as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  FIG. 41 illustrates the case where the change timing is determined at the start winning time (the number of shifts is 0) due to the occurrence of the start winning during execution of the reach effect, and the final display mode is determined as the first special mode. However, when the start prize is generated during the execution of the reach effect, the change timing is determined at the start prize (the number of shifts is 0), and when the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, the hold display is displayed. When changing from the normal mode to the second special mode, the hold display is rotated vertically in front view, and when the hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, Rotate vertically by sight.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when the first special mode or the second special mode is displayed in the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the first special mode or the second special mode. Since the display mode changed variation start notification effect that is at least partially in common with the displayed display mode change notification effect is executed, the display mode corresponds to the hold display that is the first special mode or the second special mode. It is possible for the player to easily understand that the display is variable.

  In addition, the display mode of the hold display is different from the normal mode, the first special mode, and the second special mode in which the display mode of the hold display is a big hit by executing the effect that the hold display rotates horizontally in front view and the effect that rotates vertically in front view. The player can easily understand which mode is displayed.

  In addition, it is possible to prevent the interest of the reach effect from being reduced by reducing the attention to the reach effect by displaying the hold display in the first special mode or the second special mode during the execution of the reach effect. it can.

  Moreover, since the display mode of the consumption hold display is displayed in a different display mode, it is possible to improve game entertainment.

  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.

  For example, in the embodiment, when the reach effect is not being executed, the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode, so that the display mode change notification effect is executed, and the hold display is the first special mode. Although the form which alert | reports having changed into the aspect or the 2nd special aspect was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, When the hold display is displayed in a special aspect when the reach effect is not being executed Alternatively, a display mode change notification effect may be executed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which changes the display mode of the pending | holding display currently displayed on the summing pending | holding memory | storage display part 5D was illustrated only once, this invention is not limited to this, Summing pending | holding memory | storage You may make it change the display mode of the hold display currently displayed on display part 5D over multiple times. Specifically, it is shown in Modification 1.

  42 and 43 are explanatory diagrams showing a specific example of the prefetch effect based on the second prefetch effect pattern as the first modification. As shown in FIG. 42 (A), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, and the two on-hold displays are in the normal mode (“◯” in this example) on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. If 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”, the prefetch effect (prefetch effect pattern, final display mode, change) The timing) and the mode of the suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. In the example shown in FIG. 42, the prefetch effect pattern is determined as the first prefetch effect pattern, the final display mode is determined as the second special mode, and the change timing is determined as the number of shifts. Further, it is determined that the hold display is changed to the first special mode before the hold display is changed to the second special mode which is the final display mode, and the effect mode of the suggestion stage is changed to the first stage or the second stage. And decide.

  In the first modification, in the prefetching effect based on the first prefetching effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the variable display (holding information) to be notified is displayed in the first special mode at the timing of the start winning prize. At the shift timing, the display is changed to the second special mode. Therefore, when the prefetch effect pattern is determined to be the first prefetch effect pattern, as shown in FIG. 42B, the third hold display is displayed on the sum hold storage display unit 5D as the first special display at the start winning timing. It is displayed in a mode (in the present embodiment, “X” is included in “X”).

  Note that the hold display displayed in the first special mode horizontally rotates as a display mode change notification effect as shown in FIG. 42 (C).

  Then, when the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped (FIG. 42D) and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold active display. Shifting to area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted, and the hold total display is updated by one subtraction. At this time, when the effect mode of the suggestion effect is determined to be the second effect mode, a white arrow flies from the right side of the display area in the effect display device 5 as the suggestion effect suggesting that the hold display changes. (Second effect mode) Display control is performed (FIG. 42E).

  Here, when the change timing is determined to be the number of shifts 1 and the final display mode is determined to be the second special mode, as shown in FIG. The 5D second hold display (corresponding to the hold display of the first special mode newly displayed in FIG. 42 (B)) has an effect (a suggested effect (success pattern) of the second effect mode) with a white arrow. In addition, the hold display with a white arrow is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode (in this embodiment, “X” includes a double cross) and displayed.

  The hold display whose display mode has changed from the special mode to the first special mode is based on the fact that the display mode has changed from the first special mode to the second special mode, as shown in FIG. As a special effect in, unlike the horizontal rotation in the front view when the hold display is displayed in the first special mode, the vertical display is rotated in the front view.

  When the variation display of the production symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display. The second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one. Similarly, when the change display of the effect symbol is stopped and the change display based on the hold information corresponding to the next hold display is started, the next hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display. The hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D, and the hold total display is subtracted and updated.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 43 (H) and FIG. 43 (I), the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped, and the variation display based on the suspension information corresponding to the suspension display displayed in the second special mode is started. And the hold display displayed in the second special mode is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the second special mode is added together. While being shifted in the hold storage display unit 5D, the hold total display is subtracted and updated.

  At this time, as shown in FIG. 43 (J), the consumption hold display displayed in the second special mode in the consumption hold active display area 5F is changed from the first special mode to the display mode changed change start notification effect. The display mode is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode as a result of vertical rotation in front view as the display mode changed change start notification effect as in the case where the display mode of the hold display is changed to two special modes. The player is shown to be a variable display corresponding to the hold display. By doing in this way, in the variable display corresponding to the hold display in which the display mode is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode, the display mode change notifying effect at the time of changing to the first special mode is used. Since the display mode changed change start notification effect in which the effect mode is common with at least a part of the special effect at the time of becoming the special mode is executed, it corresponds to the hold display changed from the first special mode to the second special mode. The player can easily understand that the display is variable.

  In addition, in this modification, the form which performs the display mode changed variation start notification effect in the same effect mode as the effect performed when the display mode of the hold display is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the production mode of the display mode changed variation start notification effect is executed when the display mode of the hold display is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode. For example, in the display mode change notification effect, the hold display rotates vertically in front view, while in the display mode changed change start notification effect, As the same (common) effect mode, the consumption hold display displayed in the second special mode is rotated vertically in front view, and the size of the consumption hold display is set as an effect mode different from the display mode change notification effect. Special It may be different from the size of the hold display at the time of the performance execution, and in addition to the vertical vibration of the consumption hold display, LED emission, notification sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, etc. may be executed. .

  In the first modification, the display mode change change start notification effect is the same effect mode as the display mode change notification effect executed when the display mode of the hold display is changed from the first special mode to the second special mode. Although the form to perform was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, The display mode change alerting | reporting effect performed when the display mode of a hold display changes from a 1st special mode to a 2nd special mode, and a display mode The changed change start notification effect may be executed in the same effect mode as when the hold display is displayed in the first special mode.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which changes the display mode of the hold display currently displayed on the total hold memory display part 5D from a normal mode or a special mode to the 1st special mode or the 2nd special mode was illustrated, this invention However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display mode of the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F may be changed. Specifically, a second modification is shown.

  FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of changing the display mode of the consumption suspension display as the second modification. As shown in FIG. 44 (A), in the effect display device 5, the effect symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, and the two on-hold displays are in the normal mode (“◯” in this example) on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. If 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”, the prefetch effect (prefetch effect pattern, final display mode, change) The timing) and the mode of the suggestion effect are determined, and a new hold display is displayed according to the determination result. In the example shown in FIG. 44, the prefetch effect pattern is determined as the first prefetch effect pattern, the final display mode is determined as the first special mode, and the change timing is determined as 0 shift times.

  In the second modification, in the prefetch effect based on the first prefetch effect pattern, the hold display corresponding to the variable display (hold information) to be notified is displayed in the first special mode at the timing of the start winning prize. Therefore, when the prefetch effect pattern is determined to be the first prefetch effect pattern, as shown in FIG. 44 (B), the third hold display is displayed on the sum hold storage display unit 5D as the first special display at the start winning timing. It is displayed in a mode (in this example, a cross is included in “◯”).

  Note that the hold display displayed in the first special mode horizontally rotates as a display mode change notification effect as shown in FIG. 44 (C).

  Then, the variation display of the effect symbol is stopped (FIG. 44D), and when the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is the consumption hold active display. Shifting to area 5F, the second and subsequent hold displays are shifted, and the hold total display is updated by one subtraction.

  When the variation display of the production symbol is stopped and the variation display based on the hold information corresponding to the first hold display is started, the first hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display. The second and subsequent hold displays are shifted in the combined hold storage display section 5D, and the hold total display is updated by one. Similarly, when the change display of the effect symbol is stopped and the change display based on the hold information corresponding to the next hold display is started, the next hold display is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display. The hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is shifted in the combined hold storage display unit 5D, and the hold total display is subtracted and updated.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (F), when the variable display of the effect symbol is stopped and the variable display based on the hold information corresponding to the hold display displayed in the first special mode is started, the first special display is started. The hold display displayed in the mode is shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F as the consumption hold display, and the hold display after the hold display displayed in the first special mode is respectively displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. As it is shifted, the pending total display is subtracted and updated. At this time, the consumption hold display is rotated horizontally in front view as a display mode changed change start notification effect.

  Next, for example, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether to change the display mode of the consumption hold display from the first special mode which is the current final display mode to the second special mode based on the fluctuation display result or the like. At this time, when it is determined that the display mode of the consumption hold display is changed to the second special mode, as shown in FIG. 44 (G), the display is performed in the first special mode at a predetermined timing during the change of the production symbol. The displayed consumption hold display is changed to the second special mode. In addition, when changing the display mode of the consumption hold display in this way, the consumption changed to the second special mode as a special effect in order to notify the player that the display mode of the consumption hold display has changed. The hold display rotates vertically in front view.

  In addition, in this modification, as a production which is the same mode as the case where the hold display is changed to the second special mode by changing the display mode of the consumption hold display from the first special mode to the second special mode, Although the form which performs the special effect which carries out the vertical rotation of the hold display by front view was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, As a special effect, when the hold display changes to the 2nd special mode As different effects, for example, an effect in which a character is displayed on the effect display device 5, light emission of an LED, output of a notification sound from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the like may be executed.

  Moreover, although the said modification 2 illustrated the form which changes both the display modes of the hold display currently displayed on the sum total hold memory display part 5D, and the consumption hold display currently displayed on the consumption hold active display area 5F. The present invention is not limited to this, and the display mode of both the hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D and the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F is changed. In the case of changing the display mode of the hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D and when changing the display mode of the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F. You may make it vary the ratio which changes to 2 special aspects. Specifically, FIG. 45 shows a third modification.

  FIG. 45A shows a display mode of the hold display based on the hold memory determined to execute the prefetch effect when the prefetch effect is determined to be executed in the prefetch effect determination process as the modified example 3. FIG. 45B is a change timing determination table for determining whether to change when displayed as a hold display in 5D or to change when displayed as a consumption hold display in the consumption hold active display area 5F. Determines the final display mode to be changed when it is determined that the display mode of the hold display based on the hold storage determined to execute the pre-reading effect is changed when displayed as the hold display in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. FIG. 45C shows the hold display final display mode determination table to be executed. FIG. 45C is based on the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect. This is a consumption hold display final display mode determination table for determining a final display mode that changes when it is determined to change the display mode of the hold display when it is displayed as the consumption hold display in the consumption hold active display area 5F. .

  In the third modification, after executing S67105a of the prefetch effect determination process shown in FIG. 22, the effect control CPU 120 uses the change timing determination table shown in FIG. 45A to determine that the prefetch effect is to be executed. Whether the display mode of the hold display based on the memory is changed when being displayed as the hold display in the total hold storage display unit 5D ("pending display" shown in FIG. 45A) or not in the consumption hold active display area 5F It is determined whether to change when displayed as a consumption hold display ("consumption hold being displayed" shown in FIG. 45A). In the second modification, the change timing of the display mode of the hold display based on the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect is simply determined as “pending display” at a rate of 50%, and the rate of 50% However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the hold display is performed according to the winning determination result of the hold memory determined to execute the pre-reading effect. The change timing of the display mode may be determined at a different rate from “on hold display” and “consumption hold display”.

  When the change timing of the display mode of the hold display based on the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect in the change timing determination table shown in FIG. 45A is determined as “pending display”, the effect control CPU 120 The final display mode is determined as the first special mode and the second special mode according to the winning determination result of the hold memory determined to execute the pre-reading effect using the hold display final display mode determination table shown in FIG. And determined from. Specifically, when the determination result at the time of winning is “out of”, the effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode as the first special mode at a rate of 80% and the second special mode at the rate of 20%. To decide. In addition, when the winning determination result is “ordinary big hit” or “probability big hit”, the effect control CPU 120 determines the first special mode at a rate of 20% and changes to the second special mode at a rate of 80%. decide. Furthermore, when the winning determination result is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the first special mode at a rate of 50% and the second special mode at a rate of 50%. To decide.

  After determining the final display mode of the hold display using the hold display final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 45B, the effect control CPU 120 executes S67106 and S67108 in the pre-reading effect determination process of FIG. Then, the pre-reading effect pattern and the change timing (number of shifts) may be determined in the same manner as in the above embodiment.

  When the change timing of the display mode of the hold display based on the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect in the change timing determination table shown in FIG. 45A is determined as “consumption hold display”, the effect control CPU 120 Uses the consumption hold display final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 45C, the final display mode is set to the first special mode and the second mode according to the winning determination result of the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect. Determined from special aspects. Specifically, when the determination result at the time of winning is “out of”, the effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode as the first special mode at a rate of 95%, and the second special mode at the rate of 5%. To decide. In addition, when the winning determination result is “ordinary big hit” or “probable big hit”, the production control CPU 120 determines the first special mode at a rate of 5% and changes to the second special mode at a rate of 95%. decide. Furthermore, when the winning determination result is “suddenly promising big hit” or “small hit”, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the first special mode at a rate of 30% and the second special mode at a rate of 70%. To decide.

  Note that after determining the final display mode of the consumption hold display using the consumption hold display final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 45C, the effect control CPU 120 executes S67106 in the prefetch effect determination process of FIG. Then, in order to determine the pre-reading effect pattern, and to change the display mode when displayed as the consumption hold display in the consumption hold active display area 5F, the change timing (number of shifts) is added to the total hold storage number. (For example, 2 if the total pending storage number is 1, and 3 if the total pending storage number is 2). By doing so, the player can be focused on the hold display and the consumption hold display, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, in the third modification, in the prefetch effect determination process, the change timing of the display mode of the hold display based on the hold memory determined to execute the prefetch effect is determined from “pending display” and “consumption hold display”. The form is exemplified, and when the change timing of the display mode of the hold display is determined to be “pending display” and when it is determined to be “consumption hold display”, the final display mode is the first special based on the determination result at the time of winning The mode determined from the mode and the second special mode is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the display mode of the hold display based on the hold storage determined to execute the prefetch effect in the prefetch effect determination process When the change timing is determined as “consumption pending display”, the final display mode is determined from the first special mode and the second special mode based on the variable display result. It may be.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a start winning occurs during the reach production and it is determined that the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode (the final display mode is the first special mode or In the second special mode, when the change timing is determined to be at the time of winning a prize, the hold display is temporarily displayed in the normal mode, and after the start of the next variable display, the hold display is changed to the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the start prize is generated during the reach effect, and the hold display based on the start prize is displayed. When it is determined to display in the first special mode or the second special mode, the hold display is temporarily displayed in the normal mode, and the hold display is displayed at the timing when the reach effect ends. And displays in a manner, may be executed a display mode change notification effect.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a start winning occurs during the reach production and it is determined that the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode (the final display mode is the first special mode or In the second special mode, when the change timing is determined to be at the time of winning a prize, the hold display is temporarily displayed in the normal mode, and after the start of the next variable display, the hold display is displayed again in the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the start prize is generated during the reach effect, and the hold display based on the start prize is displayed. When it is determined to display in the first special mode or the second special mode, the hold display is displayed as it is in the first special mode or the second special mode, and the display mode change notification effect is executed. It may be.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a start winning occurs during the reach production and it is determined that the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode (the final display mode is the first special mode or In the second special mode, when the change timing is determined to be at the time of winning a prize, the hold display is temporarily displayed in the normal mode, and after the start of the next variable display, the hold display is displayed again in the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the start prize is generated during the reach effect, and the hold display based on the start prize is displayed. When it is determined to display in the first special mode or the second special mode, the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode, and the display mode change notification effect is displayed after the reach effect is finished or the next variation table. It may be executed after the start.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a start winning occurs during the reach production and it is determined that the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode (the final display mode is the first special mode or In the second special mode, when the change timing is determined to be at the time of winning a prize, the hold display is temporarily displayed in the normal mode, and after the start of the next variable display, the hold display is displayed again in the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the start prize is generated during the reach effect, and the hold display based on the start prize is displayed. When it is determined to display in the first special mode or the second special mode, the hold display is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode, but the display mode change notification effect is not executed. There.

  Further, in the embodiment, as shown in S67101 of the prefetch effect determination process, when the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer or the active display storage buffer, the prefetch effect is not newly executed. By doing so, a form in which the pre-reading effect is avoided from being executed simultaneously in the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F and the hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Although illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and a prefetch effect is newly executed even when the prefetch target flag is set in the winning determination result storage buffer or the active display storage buffer. good. When a new pre-reading effect is executed in a state where the pre-reading effect is already executed, the display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect which are executed or executed in the pre-reading effect already executed. The display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect are executed in different effect modes, and a plurality of prefetch effects are executed at the same time. The player may be prevented from being confused as to which pre-reading effect is the changed change start notification effect.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the prefetch effect is performed, the form which changes the display mode of this hold display from a normal mode or a special mode to a 1st special mode or a 2nd special mode at the shift timing of a hold display. Although illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, The timing which changes the display mode of a pending | holding display may be at the time of the end of a variable display during a variable display.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the prefetch effect is performed, the form which changes the display mode of this hold display from a normal mode or a special mode to a 1st special mode or a 2nd special mode at the shift timing of a hold display. Although illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, You may make it change the display mode of a hold display at arbitrary timings by operation of stick controller 31A or push button 31B by a player.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which regulates the change of the display mode of the hold display during reach production was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, In the pachinko game machine 1, the variable display result is a big hit. A character effect that displays a character on the effect display device 5 or a group effect that a plurality of characters pass through the display screen of the effect display device 5 is executed as a notice effect that suggests the possibility that The change of the display mode of the hold display may be restricted even during the execution of.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the reach effect is performed in the timing which changes the display mode of a hold display from a normal mode to a 1st special mode or a 2nd special mode, the next of the variable display which performed the reach effect is performed. In the variable display, the mode of executing the display mode change notification effect based on the change of the display mode of the hold display and the change of the display mode of the hold display is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, When the reach effect is executed at the timing of changing the display mode from the normal mode to the first special mode or the second special mode, either or both of the change of the display mode of the hold display and the display mode change notification effect May not be executed. Further, when the display mode change notification effect is not executed, the display mode changed change start notification effect may not be executed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when starting the variable display, the hold display corresponding to the said change display was illustrated as a consumption hold display, and the form displayed on the sum hold storage display area 5F in the same manner as the hold display, The present invention is not limited to this, and the consumption hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display area 5F is a display to be displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D as long as the display mode represents the variable display. Different display modes may be used. Note that the consumption hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display area 5F may be different from the hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D in size, shape, color scheme, and the like. Only a part of the shape, color scheme, etc. may be different.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which provides the summation pending | holding memory | storage display part 5D which displays a pending | holding display, and the consumption pending | holding active display area 5F which displays a consumption pending | holding display was illustrated, this invention is limited to this. Instead, the consumption hold active display area 5F may not be provided. In addition, when the consumption hold active display area 5F is not provided, the hold display in which the display mode change notification effect is executed immediately before the start of the change display corresponding to the hold display in which the display mode change notification effect is executed is displayed. As the start notification effect, it may be rotated vertically in front view or horizontally in front view.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the hold display was displayed in the special mode, the hold display exemplarily changed from the special mode to the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the hold display displayed in a special mode may be provided with a case where the display mode is not changed. In this case, when the variable display corresponding to the hold display (hold information) is started without the hold display being changed from the special form to the special form, compared to when the special display is changed to the special form. It is desirable to configure so that the ratio of winning big hits is low. By doing in this way, it can give more interest to the display mode of a hold display changing from a special mode to a special mode. In this case, the state in which the hold display is displayed in the special mode is configured so that the ratio of the display in the special mode is higher than the state in which the hold display is displayed in the normal state. It is desirable to do. By doing this, it is possible to give interest to the change in the display mode of the hold display from the normal mode to the special mode, and it is possible to increase the expectation when the display mode is displayed in the special mode. .

  In the above-described embodiments, “the ratio is different” is not limited to only the ratio that is different in the relationship such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 40%: 60%. B = 100%: It is a concept that includes those with different ratios in a relationship such as 0% (that is, one with 100% allocation and the other with 0% allocation).

  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.

  In the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 100 directly transmits a command to the effect control CPU 120. However, the game control microcomputer 100 may be connected to another board (for example, the voice control shown in FIG. 2). The production control command is transmitted to a sound / lamp board having a function of a circuit mounted on the board 13 and the lamp control board 14 or a circuit mounted on the sound control board 13 and a function of a circuit mounted on the lamp control board 14). However, it may be transmitted to the CPU 120 for effect control in the effect control board 12 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the control means such as a microcomputer is mounted on the sound control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the sound / lamp board, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to voice control and lamp control is executed, and further, the received command is directly or changed to a simplified command, for example, and transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 that controls the effect display device 5. You may make it do. Even in that case, the effect control CPU 120 performs the display control in response to the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 100 in the embodiment, and the sound control board 13, the lamp control board 14, or the sound. / Display control can be performed according to the command received from the lamp board.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control CPU 120 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., one change pattern command is used when starting change. In the example shown in FIG. 1, 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 gaming control microcomputer 100 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-continuity, whether there is a slip effect, etc. A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach does not reach, the so-called first You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 may perform the effect control in the change display based on the change time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the change time by each of two commands, and the effect control CPU 120 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. Also good. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  In addition, the configuration shown in the above embodiment is not limited to pachinko gaming machines but can be applied to various forms of gaming machines. For example, the configuration shown in each of the above embodiments may be applied to a sealed circulation pachinko machine. In the enclosed circulation type pachinko machine, a predetermined number (for example, 50) of game balls used in the pachinko machine are enclosed in an enclosed area (for example, in a pachinko machine), and the game area provided in the pachinko machine In order to fire game balls through the game area, collect the game balls via the collection unit (for example, each winning opening, out port, foul ball return opening), and fire the collected game balls again into the game area In the enclosed area. In addition, in such a sealed circulation pachinko machine, when there is a prize at each prize opening, points corresponding to the number of prize balls are added to the card inserted in the card unit instead of the prize balls. Processing is performed.

  In the above embodiment, a mode is illustrated in which a random R for determining whether or not to win a big win is extracted at the time of winning a start, and the extracted random R itself is stored as reserved storage. Is not limited to this. Instead of storing these random Rs themselves, data that can specify the determination result as to whether or not to make a big hit by the extracted random R is stored, and the start condition is When the change display is established and the variable display is started, the determination result stored at the time of starting winning may be specified and the variable display may be performed without determining whether or not to win again. That is, whether or not to win a big hit may be determined not at the time of starting the change but at a timing other than the time of starting the change such as at the time of starting winning a prize.

  Moreover, although the said Example has illustrated the form which displays the hold display displayed on the sum total hold memory display part 5D, and the consumption hold hold display displayed on the consumption hold active display area 5F in the same display mode, The present invention is not limited to this. At least a part of the hold display displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D and the consumption hold display displayed on the consumption hold active display area 5F are different. For example, any of different shapes, different sizes, and different color schemes may be used. In addition, when the shape is different between the hold display displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D and the consumption hold display displayed on the consumption hold active display area 5F, it is displayed in a special mode on the combined hold storage display unit 5D. Of the hold display that is displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 5D by making the color scheme the same, for example, part of the consumption hold display displayed in the hold hold active display area 5F. Further, it may be easy to determine which of the hold displays the change display corresponding to is being executed. Further, the hold display displayed in the combined hold storage display unit 5D and the consumption hold display displayed in the consumption hold active display area 5F may all be different in shape, size, color scheme, and the like.

  Moreover, in the said Example, the display mode of a consumption pending | holding display as a variable display corresponding | compatible display change means is made into the 1st special mode (in this example, x is contained in "(circle)") or the 2nd special mode (in this example). Although “double” is included in “○”, the display mode of the hold display is changed to the first special mode or the second special mode same as the consumption hold display as the hold display changing means. The present invention is not limited to this, and the special mode of consumption hold display that changes the display mode as the variable display corresponding display change unit and the special mode of hold display that changes the display mode as the hold display change unit include: It suffices that at least a part is different. For example, it may be any one having a different shape, a different size, or a different color scheme. Further, the special mode of consumption hold display that changes the display mode as the variable display corresponding display change unit and the special mode of hold display that changes the display mode as the hold display change unit are all different in shape, size, color scheme, and the like. May be.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the hold display is displayed in the first special mode (second special mode) from the beginning (when the number of shifts is determined to be 0) in the total hold storage display unit 5D, Although the case where the display mode is changed from the normal mode to the first special mode (second special mode) and the display mode change notification effect is shown as an example of executing the effect that the hold display rotates, the present invention However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the hold display is displayed in the first special mode from the beginning (when the number of shifts is determined to be 0), the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the first special mode. The display mode change notification effect may be executed in a different effect mode. Specifically, when the display mode of the hold display changes from the normal mode to the first special mode (second special mode), the display of the hold display is the first special mode (second special mode) from the beginning as the display mode change notification effect. The hold display changed to the first special mode (second special mode) is rotated at a high speed (high-speed rotation) as compared to the case displayed in the mode), or the hold display is displayed in the first special mode (second mode) from the beginning. The hold display changed to the first special mode may be rotated at a different rotational speed from that displayed in the special mode. In addition, when the hold display is displayed in the first special mode (second special mode) from the beginning (when the number of shifts is determined to be 0), the display mode of the hold display is first from the normal mode. When executing the display mode change notification effect in a different display mode than when changing to the special mode (second special mode), the display mode changed change start notification effect is performed according to the executed display mode change notification effect. What is necessary is just to perform in an aspect. Specifically, when the hold display rotates at a high speed (high-speed rotation) as the display mode change notification effect, the consumption hold display is rotated at a high speed (high-speed rotation) or displayed as the display mode change change start notification effect. The consumption hold display may be opened as the display form changed change start notification effect at the number of rotations obtained by rotating the hold display as the aspect change notification effect.

  In the embodiment, as the prefetching effect pattern, the first prefetching effect pattern in which the display mode of the hold display changes from the normal mode to the special mode, and the second prefetching effect in which the display mode of the hold display changes from the special mode to the special mode. Although the form which performs any one production pattern with a pattern was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, The 3rd prefetch production | presentation pattern from which the display mode of a hold display changes from a normal mode to a special mode is provided You may do it. When the third look-ahead effect pattern is provided in this way, the display mode change notification effect is executed when the display mode of the hold display changes from the normal mode to the special mode, and the variable display based on the hold storage of the hold display When the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the special mode, the display mode change notification effect executed when the display mode is changed from the normal mode and the display mode displayed on the effect display device 5, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R Of the light output from the game effect lamp 9, etc., at least a part of the display mode changed variation start notification effect which is the same effect mode may be executed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the display mode of a hold display changes from a normal mode to a 1st special mode (2nd special mode), the display mode of a hold display changes from a special mode to a 1st special mode (2nd special mode). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display mode of the hold display is the first from the normal mode. When the display mode changes to the special mode (second special mode) and when the display mode of the hold display changes from the special mode to the first special mode (second special mode), the display mode change notification effect is different. You may make it perform. Specifically, when the display mode of the hold display changes from the special mode to the first special mode (second special mode), the display mode of the hold display changes from the normal mode to the first special mode (second special mode). The hold display changed to the first special mode (second special mode) is rotated at a higher speed than the case of changing, or the display mode of the hold display is changed from the normal mode to the first special mode (second special mode). The hold display that has been changed to the first special mode (second special mode) may be rotated at a rotation speed different from that in the case of performing.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the display mode of a hold display changes from a normal mode to a special mode, and when the display mode of a hold display changes from a special mode to a special mode, the display of a hold display is the same ratio. Although the mode in which the mode is changed to the second special mode has been illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display mode of the hold display changes when the display mode of the hold display changes from the normal mode to the special mode. You may make it vary the ratio from which the display mode of a hold display changes to a 2nd special mode by the case where it changes from a special mode to a special mode.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the start prize generate | occur | produced during execution of reach production, the form which restrict | limits the hold display based on this start prize was displayed in the 1st special mode or the 2nd special mode was illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, a pseudo-continuous effect, a big hit game effect executed in the big hit game state, a small hit game effect executed in the small hit game state, and a fluctuation display of the fluctuation during execution Even when a start prize is generated during execution of a fluctuating notice effect that suggests that the result will be a big hit, a hold display based on the start prize is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode. You may make it restrict | limit.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a start winning occurs between the start of reach production and the execution of the next variable display, the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the present invention is not limited to this. From the start of the variable display for executing the reach effect to the end of the reach effect, or the reach effect. When a start winning is generated during the period from the start of the variable display to the end of the variable display, the hold display based on the start winning is displayed in the first special mode or the second special mode. You may make it restrict | limit.

  In addition, the change in the hold display and the consumption hold display in the embodiment is not limited to the display in the first special mode or the second special mode after the display is started in the normal mode. It is a concept including what starts a display in the 1st special mode and the 2nd special mode without going through a mode. That is, as a change of the hold display and the consumption hold display, after the hold display displayed in the normal mode is shifted and displayed in the normal mode as the consumption hold display, the display mode of the consumption hold display is It may change from the normal mode to the first special mode or the second special mode.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the display mode changed variation start alerting | reporting effect as a related effect is illustrated at the time of a fluctuation start, this invention is not limited to this, A display mode changed variation is illustrated. The start notification effect may be executed, for example, at a timing other than the start of the change such as the start of the reach effect during the change, the execution of the reach effect, or the stop of the change.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which rotates a hold display and consumption hold display was illustrated as a display mode change alerting | reporting presentation effect and a display mode changed variation start alerting | presenting effect, this invention is not limited to this, The display mode change notification effect and the display mode changed change start notification effect may be performed by displaying characters and the like on the effect display device 5, outputting sound by the speakers 8L and 8R, light emission by the game effect lamp 9, and the like. .

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the hold display corresponding to this change display was shifted to the consumption hold active display area 5F from the sum hold storage display part 5D in the start timing of the change display, this invention illustrated this. The present invention is not limited, and the hold display corresponding to the change display may be shifted from the combined hold storage display unit 5D to the consumption hold active display area 5F during the execution of the change display.

The specific game state (hit game state) is a big prize after a predetermined time (symbol confirmed stop time + jackpot start effect time) has elapsed after a specific symbol combination (both of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device. Although the example in which the mouth is opened and the specific gaming state starts is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and after the combination of specific symbols (both of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device, the game area is provided The specific gaming state may be started by passing the ball through a specific area (a specific pass gate sensor or a winning sensor). As a result, the player can control the time of occurrence of the big hit, and even if the possession is lost before the big hit starts, the player can have time to lend the ball and replenish the ball.
Further, a plurality of specific areas may be provided, and the number of big hit rounds may be varied depending on which specific area is passed. Alternatively, a lottery of lottery rounds may be performed by passing through a specific area. Further, in that case, if there are a plurality of specific areas, the lottery ratio of the number of rounds may be varied depending on which specific area is passed.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 4A 1st special symbol display apparatus 4B 2nd special symbol display apparatus 5 Production display apparatus 5D Sum total storage display part 5F Consumption reservation active display area 103 CPU
120 CPU for effect control
121 ROM
122 RAM

Claims (4)

A gaming machine that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each, and controls a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player when a predetermined specific display result is displayed as a display result,
With respect to variable display of identification information that has not yet been started, a hold storage means that can be stored as a hold storage;
On-hold display means capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to each of the hold storages stored in the hold storage means in a first mode and a second mode different from the first mode;
Effect execution means for executing a predetermined effect when displaying the hold display of the second mode;
In a variable display of identification information corresponding to the hold display of the second aspect, a related effect execution means for executing a related effect of an effect mode at least partially in common with the effect mode of the predetermined effect;
A gaming machine characterized by comprising: Pre-determining means for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information based on the hold storage is the specific display result;
Prior to the determination by the prior determination means, a specific determination means for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information based on the hold storage becomes the specific display result;
With
The on-hold display means can display on-hold display in a specific mode as the second mode and a special mode different from the specific mode,
Based on the determination result by the specific determination unit, the hold display unit is configured so that the ratio of the specific display result differs between the case of displaying in the specific mode and the case of displaying in the special mode. Display the hold display corresponding to the target hold memory,
The production execution means
A first predetermined effect and a second predetermined effect different from the first predetermined effect can be executed as the predetermined effect,
When the hold display is displayed in the specific mode by the hold display means, the first predetermined effect is executed at a higher rate than the case where the hold display is displayed in the special mode, and the hold display is displayed by the hold display means. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein, when displayed in a special mode, the second predetermined effect is executed at a higher rate than when displayed in the specific mode. Provided with a specific effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect during variable display of identification information,
3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein during the execution of the specific effect, the hold display unit restricts display of the hold display in the second mode. When performing variable display of identification information, the variable display corresponding display means capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information as a variable display corresponding display,
The variable display corresponding display means can display the display mode of the variable display compatible display in a third mode and a fourth mode different from the third mode, and the display result of the variable display of the identification information is the specific display result. 4. The game machine according to claim 1, wherein the variable display corresponding display of the fourth aspect is displayed at a higher rate than when the specific display result is not obtained.