JP2016140730A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine facilitating a proper confirmation of reduced identification information.SOLUTION: A pachinko game machine includes: decorative variable display performance means for performing a variable display of decorative identification information (decorative symbols); and reduced variable display performance means for performing a variable display of reduced identification information (small symbols) smaller than the decorative identification information, corresponding to a variable display of the decorative identification information. Also, the reduced variable display performance means can display the reduced identification information either in a normal display mode (normal display mode) or in a special display mode (intensified display mode) that is more easy to visually recognize than the normal display mode.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 25

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs a game.

  For example, Patent Literature 1 discloses decoration variable display execution means for performing variable display of decoration identification information (second identification information 750 in Patent Document 1), and decoration identification information corresponding to variable display of decoration identification information. There is disclosed a gaming machine including reduced variable display execution means for performing variable display of smaller reduced identification information (first identification information 710 in Patent Document 1).

JP 2010-220981 A

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, it is necessary to make it easy to confirm the reduced identification information depending on the display mode of the decoration identification information (for example, when the decoration identification information moves and overlaps with the reduced identification information). There were no specific measures.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that makes it easy to properly confirm the reduced identification information.

(1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is
A gaming machine that performs a game (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like)
Decoration variable display execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes variable display of decoration symbols in step S172) that executes variable display of decoration identification information (for example, decoration symbols);
Corresponding to the variable display of decoration identification information, reduced variable display execution means for executing variable display of reduced identification information (for example, small symbols) smaller than the decoration identification information (for example, variable display of small symbols by step S172). A CPU 120 for effect control to be executed),
The reduced variable display execution means displays the reduced identification information in either a normal display mode (for example, a normal display mode) or a special display mode (for example, a highlighted display mode) that is easier to visually recognize than the normal display mode. It can be displayed (see, for example, FIGS. 25 to 26).
It is characterized by that.

  According to this configuration, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
Specific suggestion effect execution means for executing a specific suggestion effect (for example, a super reach effect or the like) that suggests whether or not the player is controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, the super reach effect is executed in step S172). A CPU 120 for effect control)
The reduction variable display execution means displays reduction identification information in the normal display mode during execution of the specific suggestion effect (see, for example, FIG. 26).
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  According to this configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect of the specific suggestion effect from being prevented by the reduced identification information.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The decoration variable display execution means can change the display mode of the decoration identification information (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the decoration symbol display mode change effect in step S172).
The reduction variable display execution means maintains the display mode of the reduced identification information even if the display mode of the decoration identification information changes (see, for example, FIG. 26).
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  According to this configuration, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately.

(4) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (3),
The reduced variable display executing means displays the reduced identification information in the special display mode when the decoration identification information and the reduced identification information are superimposed and displayed (for example, see FIG. 25).
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  According to this configuration, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately.

(5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4),
The decoration variable display execution means can stop and display special identification information (for example, a special symbol) (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for deriving and displaying a chance item including a special symbol as a confirmed decorative symbol in step S172). ,
The reduced variable display execution means stops displaying the reduced identification information that is stopped when the special identification information is not stopped, corresponding to the special identification information when the special identification information is stopped. For example, see FIG.
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  According to this configuration, it is possible to reduce an increase in the processing load for displaying the reduced identification information.

(6) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (5),
The decoration variable display executing means can stop and display special identification information (for example, a special symbol) (for example, in step S172, the CPU 120 for effect control that derives and displays a chance item including the special identification information as a confirmed decorative symbol). Such),
The reduced variable display executing means, when the special identification information is stopped and displayed, special identification information corresponding to the special identification information and having a lower degree of decoration than the special identification information (for example, special symbols for small symbols) Etc.) (for example, see FIG. 31),
You may do it.

  According to this structure, it can suppress that it becomes difficult to see special identification information.

(7) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (6),
There is further provided a predetermined effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing a battle effect in step S172) for executing a predetermined effect (for example, a battle effect),
The decoration variable display execution means executes variable display of decoration identification information at each of a plurality of locations (for example, in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in step S172). Effect control CPU 120 for variably displaying decorative designs, etc.)
The predetermined effect executing means is configured to display the predetermined combination when decoration identification information of a specific combination (for example, a confirmed decorative pattern that becomes a jackpot combination) is stopped and displayed as a display result of variable display of the decoration identification information at each of a plurality of locations. An effect (for example, a battle effect or the like) is executed (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the battle effect in step S174),
The decoration variable display executing means displays a combination of decoration identification information different from the specific combination at the start of variable display of decoration identification information at each of the plurality of locations executed after the predetermined effect (for example, FIG. 29),
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  According to this configuration, a decrease in appearance can be suppressed.

(8) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (7) above,
Based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (for example, occurrence of “probability big hit”), the first gaming state (for example, non-time-saving state) and a second gaming state (for example, time-saving state) different from the first gaming state. ) Gaming state control means (for example, the CPU 103 that turns on / off the time-short flag depending on the type of jackpot in step S117),
Based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, a predetermined effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the battle effect in step S172) for executing a predetermined effect (for example, a battle effect) is further provided,
The decoration variable display execution means executes variable display of decoration identification information at each of a plurality of locations, depending on whether the gaming state after the predetermined effect is the first gaming state or the second gaming state. The combination of the decoration identification information at the start of variable display of the decoration identification information at each of the plurality of locations executed after the predetermined effect is changed (for example, see FIG. 29).
You may do it.

  According to this configuration, a decrease in appearance can be suppressed.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the example of the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine of FIG. It is a figure showing an example of main production control commands. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a jackpot classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern determination table for big hits. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern determination table for loss. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the processing content performed in command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a figure showing an example of a chance eye at the time of sudden hit. It is a figure which shows the example of determination of the presence or absence of use of a special symbol. It is a figure which shows the example of replacement | exchange to a special symbol. It is a figure which shows the example of determination of the execution presence or absence of a decoration symbol display mode change effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an ending process. It is a figure which shows the example of a relationship between the kind of probability change, and the initial appearance after big hit. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows the example of execution timing of various effects. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of a decoration design and a small design. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes) and the like, and is identified as a special symbol game as an example of a variable display game. A special symbol (also referred to as “special drawing”), which is a plurality of types of special identification information that can be displayed, is variably displayed (variable display) (that is, variable display of the special drawing is executed).

For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. Then, at the end of the variable display, the fixed special symbol (such as “big hit” or “losing” symbol) is stopped and displayed as the variable display result, so that the variable display result is derived and displayed (also simply referred to as derivation).

  The variable display includes the derivation display of the variable display result, that is, the variable display ends when the variable display result is derivation-displayed (the same applies to the variable display of the decorative symbols and small symbols described later).

  Note that the variable display results derived and displayed in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B and the special symbols that are variably displayed indicate numbers "0" to "9" and "-". It is not limited to what consists of symbols etc. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. The lighting pattern during variable display may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off as appropriate.

  In the following, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is "second special symbol". Also called. Further, the special figure game of the first special figure is referred to as “first special figure game”, and the special figure game of the second special figure is also referred to as “second special figure game”.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, identification information different from the special symbol is displayed in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three corresponding to the first special game or the second special game. A decorative design that is (a plurality of types of decorative identification information that can identify each) is variably displayed.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 (note that these display areas are variable display areas). You can move on the screen as you progress.) Then, in response to the start of either the first special game or the second special game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, In 5R, the decorative pattern variation (variable display) (for example, vertical scroll display or update display) is started. Thereafter, when the variable display result (determined special symbol) in the special symbol game is derived and displayed, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Thus, a fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) (such as a “big hit” symbol or a “losing symbol” symbol) that is a decorative symbol variable display result (decorative symbol variable display display result) is stopped and displayed.

  Thus, on the screen of the image display device 5, each is identified in synchronization with the first special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B. A variable display of a plurality of possible decorative symbols is performed, and a variable display result (definite decorative symbol) is derived and displayed at the end of the variable display.

  In addition, on the screen of the image display device 5, for example, in the small symbol display area 5K, the special symbol and the decorative symbol correspond to the first special symbol game, the second special symbol game, and the variable display of the decorative symbol. Variable display of small symbols, which are different identification information (a plurality of types of reduced identification information that can identify each), is executed.

  The variably displayed small symbols are obtained by reducing the variably displayed decorative symbols and are variably displayed in synchronization with the decorative symbols. In this embodiment, variable display of small symbols is executed at the same number of places (left, middle (center), right) as decorative symbols in the symbol display area 5K. The small symbol variably displayed at the “left” position of the small symbol display area 5K is variably displayed in synchronization with the variable display of the decorative symbol in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L. The small symbols variably displayed in the “medium” area of 5K are variably displayed in synchronization with the variable display of the decorative symbols in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C. The small symbol variably displayed at the “right” position in the small symbol display area 5K is variably displayed in synchronization with the variable symbol display in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R.

  The variable display result (determined small symbol) is also derived and displayed at the end of the variable symbol variable display. Basically, the small display and the decorative design have the same variable display result. Only when a later-described special symbol is used, the variable display result differs between the decorative symbol and the small symbol. When the small symbol variable display and the decorative symbol variable display are fluctuating (before stopping), the same symbol is variably displayed.

  In addition, for example, when various display symbols such as special symbols, decorative symbols, and small symbols are derived and displayed, identification information such as decorative symbols, small symbols, etc. is stopped and displayed (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display). Is to end.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area 5H is arranged. In the display area 5H, a display that allows the number of special figure games pending execution to be specified is performed. The special figure game whose execution has been suspended is a special figure game that has not yet been started, and is stored as a reserved memory. In this embodiment, by storing information for executing the special figure game (such as hold data described later), the special figure game corresponding to the information is stored as the hold memory. For this reason, the number of reserved special figure games is also called the number of special figure reserved storage. In addition, the display that can specify the number of reserved special games displayed in the display area 5H is also referred to as a stored storage display.

  In order to hold the special figure game, for example, a game ball enters (for example, passes through) a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A or a second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. This is generated based on the starting prize (the starting prize at the first starting prize opening is referred to as the first starting prize and the starting prize at the second starting prize opening is sometimes referred to as the second starting prize). That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing the special figure game (variable display game) has been established, but the special figure game based on the previously established start condition is being executed and the pachinko game When the start condition for allowing the start of the special figure game is not satisfied because the machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the special figure game corresponding to the established start condition is held.

  For example, when the start condition (first start condition) of the first special figure game is established due to the occurrence of the first start prize, the first special figure game for starting the first special figure game based on the establishment of the first start condition is established. If the 1 start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding memory number is incremented by 1 and the execution of the first special figure game is put on hold. In addition, when the start condition (second start condition) of the second special figure game is established due to the occurrence of the second start prize, the second special figure game for starting the second special figure game based on the establishment of the second start condition is established. If the 2 start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure holding memory number is incremented by 1 (incremented), and the execution of the second special figure game is put on hold.

  When the execution of the first special figure game is started, the first special figure hold memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and when the second special figure game is started, the second special figure hold memory number is 1. Subtracted (decremented).

  The variable special display reserved memory number obtained by adding the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number is also referred to as a total reserved memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  In this embodiment, the above-mentioned hold storage display is displayed as many images (in this embodiment, such as circles, and hereinafter also referred to as a hold display image) as the reserved special game. Do by. One hold display image corresponds to one special figure game that is being held, and indicates the special figure game that is being held.

  A hold display image (also referred to as a first hold display image) corresponding to the first special figure game is displayed in a region 5Ha on the left side of the display area 5H. In the area 5Ha, a plurality of display positions of the first hold display image are set, and the first hold display image is displayed left-justified in order from the leftmost display position.

  A hold display image (also referred to as a second hold display image) corresponding to the second special figure game is displayed left-justified in the right area 5Hb of the display area 5H. In the area 5Hb, a plurality of display positions of the second hold display image are set, and the second hold display image is displayed left-justified in order from the leftmost display position.

  When the first special figure game is executed, the leftmost first hold display image is erased. At this time, if there is another first hold display image, each of the other first hold display images is shifted to the display position on the left side. When the second special figure game is executed, the leftmost second hold display image is erased. At this time, if there is another second hold display image, each of the other second hold display images is shifted to the display position on the left side.

  You may make it provide the indicator which displays the number of special figure holding | maintenance memory with the display area 5H instead of the display area 5H. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the first hold indicator 25A for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B together with the display area 5H. And a second hold indicator 25B. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. LED). Here, the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number are displayed according to the number of lighted LEDs.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

  The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example.

  The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip type hand having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilted position by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2) for a normal electric accessory. The object (ordinary electric accessory) is provided, and the second start winning opening is formed.

  For example, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second start winning opening by moving the movable wing piece in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state. (It is also said that the second start winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an opening that allows the game ball to enter the second start winning opening when the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state. (The second start winning opening is also said to be open). The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in an off state, and the game ball is more easily opened when the solenoid 81 is on than in the normally opened state. The configuration may be in a state. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B only needs to be able to change between, for example, a first variable state and a second variable state in which a game ball can easily enter the second start winning opening as compared with the first variable state.

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, the first start opening switch 22A (see FIG. 2). The game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, the second start opening switch 22B (see FIG. 2).

  Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first special figure holding memory number is predetermined. If it is less than the upper limit (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the second special figure holding memory number is less than a predetermined upper limit value. In this case, the second start condition is satisfied.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2) that is used for the large winning opening door. Form a big prize opening as an area.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the off state, the big winning opening door closes the big winning opening and the game ball enters the big winning opening (for example, Cannot pass). On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the ON state, the special prize opening door opens the big prize opening, so that the game ball can easily enter the special prize opening. Become. In this way, the special winning opening as the specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball can easily enter and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter and is disadvantageous for the player. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot enter the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball is difficult to enter the big prize opening may be provided.

  The game ball that has entered the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 (see FIG. 2). Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Thus, when a game ball enters the large winning opening that has been opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, for example, when a gaming ball enters another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. More prize balls are paid out. Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult to obtain the winning ball by making the gaming ball enter the special prize winning port, and the game is more than the first state. The second state is disadvantageous to the person.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. An ordinary symbol (also called “ordinary figure” or “ordinary figure”) as identification information is displayed variably (variable display), and a display result is derived and displayed at the end of variable display (here, it is performed by stop display). To do. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”).

  Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose holding indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and is formed in a game gate through a passage gate 41 (a game ball can be passed by a predetermined member. Is detected by the number 21.), the number of the usual pending storage as the number of effective passing spheres that have passed is displayed.

  In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, a single or plural general winning openings that are always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 for game effects is provided at the periphery of the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 includes an LED.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. )) Is provided. Below the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, a touch sensor board, and a power supply board are disposed on the back of the game board or the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1. .

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12 and the like. It has a function of outputting and transmitting a control command (such as an effect control command described later) as an example of information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to perform the first special symbol game and the second special symbol game. A function for controlling the variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling a graphic game, or controlling a normal graphic game by the normal symbol display device 20 by turning on / off / coloring the normal symbol display device 20, etc. It also has. The main board 11 also has a function of controlling the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the universal hold indicator 25C, etc., and displaying various reserved memory numbers.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted.

  The switch circuit 110 is configured to detect detection signals (passage of game media and the game switch detection) from various switches (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). A detection signal indicating that an entry has been detected (a switch has been turned on) is received and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example.

  The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100, a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory, or a solenoid for a grand prize opening door. 82.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. Various circuits for controlling the production operation by the electrical parts for production such as the game effect lamp 9 are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 has a function for performing a display operation in the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a turn-on / off operation in the game effect lamp 9, that is, an electric component for the effect. A function of controlling and executing a predetermined performance operation is provided.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (sound effect signal) from the effect control board 12, the sound (effect) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. A processing circuit for executing sound signal processing for outputting sound (sound designated by a sound signal) is mounted.

  The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (electric decoration signal) from the effect control board 12, lighting / A lamp driver circuit or the like for performing a light-off drive (lighting / light-off depending on the drive content indicated by the electrical signal) is mounted.

  A control signal (control command) transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted as an electric signal (details will be described later). Each of the effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a control program by executing a game control program, and updates numerical data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 is provided, and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 is provided.

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, thereby realizing a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, the function of the main board 11 is realized). For the processing etc.). At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

  It should be noted that a one-chip microcomputer serving as the game control microcomputer 100 is only required to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 104 or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. May be. For example, numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is stored in a random counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100 or a random counter provided in an internal register different from the RAM 102. The random number value may be updated by updating the stored value periodically or irregularly.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 has table data constituting a plurality of command transmission tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data etc. which comprise are memorize | stored.

  In the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100, various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored. .

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals are input from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. The

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. 5, a display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in FIG. 5, a random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component (predetermined to the effect electric component). A process for realizing a function for executing the rendering operation) is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores them, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. The effect random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 124 like the game random number used on the main board 11, or the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program. Thus, it may be updated by software.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination tables, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered.

  The effect control pattern is a collection of data for executing various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols and reach effects, for example, effect control execution data (display control) associated with a determination value such as a process timer determination value. Data, voice control data, lighting data, etc.) and process data including an end code, etc., which are configured by combining the pattern data and set as a usage pattern described later. In addition, pattern data that directly becomes an effect control pattern is also stored, and the pattern data may be set as an effect control pattern that becomes a use pattern as it is.

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the effect operation.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 (for example, based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120), and the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed. The video signal is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), or the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  For example, the effect control CPU 120 transmits a display control command for designating an effect image to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 to the display control unit 123 according to display control data included in the effect control pattern. The display control unit 123 uses the data stored in the CGROM or the like (storage unit) according to the display control command from the effect control CPU 120 to display a video signal specified by the display control command. Is output. As a result, the video signal of the effect image according to the control (control based on the effect control pattern) of the effect control CPU 120 is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. Become.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including. For example, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a control signal (sound effect signal) transmitted to the audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 are transmitted from the output port of the I / O 125. A control signal (lighting signal) or the like is output.

  The image display device 5 includes a display panel composed of a liquid crystal panel and the like, a driver circuit that drives the display panel, and the like. The video signal supplied to the image display device 5 from the display control unit 123 via the I / O 125 based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 is input to the driver circuit. The driver circuit drives the display panel based on the input video signal, and displays an image represented by the video signal on the display panel. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5.

  With the configuration as described above, the effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the sound control board 13 to output sound, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 via the lamp control board 14. Or, an effect image is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123, and various effects are executed.

  As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is emitted based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1 A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the apparatus.

  When a game ball that has flowed down the game area passes through the passage gate 41 and is detected by the gate switch 21 (when the gate switch 21 is turned on), the normal symbol display 20 uses this detection. A general chart start condition for executing the general chart game is established. After that, based on the fact that the general symbol start condition for starting the variable symbol normal display, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is established, the normal symbol display by the normal symbol display device 20 (normal symbol variable). Display) is started.

  In the normal game, after the start of the change (variable display) of the normal symbol, when the predetermined time has elapsed, the fixed normal symbol that becomes the variable display result of the normal symbol (display result of the normal game) is stopped and displayed (derived display) ) At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per universal symbol, for example, “7”, etc.) is stopped and displayed as a fixed normal symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per universal symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbol per regular symbol (ordinary symbol losing symbol, for example, “-”) is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “common symbol losing”.

  Corresponding to the fact that the normal symbol variable display result is “per normal figure”, the opening control (the second starting prize opening is the second starting prize opening) where the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When the predetermined time elapses, the closing control (returning the second start winning opening) is performed.

  Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is to be “per normal symbol” as a predetermined specific display result is determined when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol indicator 20 or the like. Is determined (predetermined) before derivation display. The variable symbol variable display period (variable time) is also determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed, such as when a general game is started.

  When the game ball that has flowed down the game area enters the first starting winning opening (first starting area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the first starting port switch 22A detects the gaming ball (first The first start condition is satisfied by the fact that the start port switch 22A is turned on). After that, for example, based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state, the special figure game (first figure) using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A 1 special figure game) is started.

  Further, when the game ball enters the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B (second start opening switch). 22B is turned on), and so on, the second start condition is satisfied. After that, for example, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state, the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (first 2 special figure game) is started. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the closed state, the game ball cannot enter the second starting winning hole (in this embodiment, the second starting winning hole is opened in the high base state). Easy to be).

  When the first special figure game is started or when the second special figure game is started, the variable symbol display result of the special symbol (the display result of the special figure game) is set as a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result. Is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, a variation pattern (specifying the execution time of variable display of a special figure or a decorative design, a variable display pattern of a decorative design, or the like) is determined.

  After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Is displayed.

  When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result for a special symbol (when the confirmed special symbol is a jackpot symbol), the variable symbol display result is a “big jackpot” (specific display result) for the player. It is controlled to the big hit gaming state as an advantageous specific state. Whether or not the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol and the loss symbol is derived and displayed (when the confirmed special symbol is a symbol loss), the variable display result is “lost”.

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “3”, “4”, and “7” is a jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating a symbol “−” is a lost symbol. It should be noted that each symbol such as a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A may be different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. However, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. A round game (also simply referred to as “round”) in which the prize winning opening is continuously opened for a predetermined period or until a predetermined number of game balls enter the prize winning opening and a winning ball is generated. Is executed. During periods other than the execution period of such round games, the big prize opening is closed, and it is difficult or impossible to generate a winning ball. When a game ball enters the big prize opening, a winning ball (game ball that has entered the big prize opening) is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection. It is. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit is reached.

  When the special symbol variable display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is “probability variation A”, “probability variation B”, or “surprising variation” (sudden probability variation) is included. For example, as a result of variable display of a special symbol, when a jackpot symbol indicating the number “3” is derived and displayed, the jackpot type is “probability change A”, and when a jackpot symbol indicating the number “7” is derived and displayed When the type is “probability variation B” and a jackpot symbol indicating the number “4” is derived and displayed, the jackpot type becomes “surprise”.

  When the jackpot type is “probability change A” or “probability change B”, as a round game in the big hit game state, the upper limit time for the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to be in the first state (the big winning opening is in an open state) advantageous to the player The normal open round in which the first time is relatively long (for example, 29 seconds) is executed a predetermined number of times such as 15 rounds (15 times).

  When the big hit type is “surprise”, as the round game in the big hit game state, the second time (the upper limit time in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player (open state of the big prize opening) is short ( Short-term open rounds such as 0.5 seconds are executed a predetermined number of times such as 2 rounds (2 times).

  A jackpot gaming state based on “big hit” when the jackpot type is “probability variation A” or “probability variation B” is referred to as “probability variation big hit gaming state”. Also, the probability variation big hit gaming state when the big hit type is “probability variation A” is also called “probability variation big hit gaming state”, and the probability variation big hit gaming state when the big hit type is “probability variation B” is also referred to as “probability variation big hit gaming state”. is there.

  When the jackpot type is "Probability variation A" or "Probability variation B", "Big hit" is "Probability variation big hit", when the big hit type is "Probability variation A", "Big hit" is "Probability variation A big hit", and the big hit type is "Probability variation B" The “big hit” when “” is “probable variation B big hit”, and the “big hit” when the big hit type is “surprise” may be called “surprise big hit”.

  After the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) may be controlled to a probability change state where the probability is higher than the normal state. The probability change state is controlled so as to continue until a predetermined probability change end condition such as the start of the next big hit gaming state is satisfied.

  In addition, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the average variable display time (variable display period) may be controlled to be short when the normal state is shorter. In the short-time state, one of the short-time end conditions is the first among the fact that a predetermined number of special game (100 times in this embodiment) has been executed and the next big hit game state has been started. It is controlled to continue until it is established. In addition, the remaining number of executions of the special figure game until the time-shutdown condition is satisfied may be referred to as a time-shortest number of times.

  The short-time state and the probable change state are game states advantageous to the player.

  In this embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation A big hit gaming state ends becomes a probability variation state, but does not become a time-short state. In this embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation B big hit gaming state is finished is a time reduction state and a probability variation state. In this embodiment, the gaming state after the sudden hit big hit gaming state is a short-time state and a probability change state.

  In this embodiment, the period of the round game in the critical hit game state is set extremely short, such as 0.5 seconds, and the number of rounds in the critical hit game state is small. For this reason, the award-winning game state is ended immediately without substantially obtaining a prize ball. However, since the probability change state is entered after the sudden hit game state, the player feels that the sudden change state has suddenly come when the player is controlled to the sudden hit game state.

  In the short-time state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in an open state and a closed state in an advantageous change mode in which a game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening as compared to a non-short-time state that is not in a short time state such as a normal state. Change.

  For example, the control for reducing the normal symbol change time in the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 (which is a variable variable display period, also referred to as a normal symbol change time) than in the normal state, Control that increases the probability that the variable symbol display result of a normal game (the display result of a general game) will be “per normal” in the normal game, and the variable display result is “per normal”. In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the above, the normal variable winning is achieved by controlling the tilt control time for performing the tilt control of the movable blade piece to be longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts compared to the normal state. The ball device 6B may be changed between an open state and a closed state in an advantageous change mode. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination.

Like the above control, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the open state and the closed state in an advantageous change mode is called high open control (also referred to as “time-short control” or “high base control”). . By controlling in such a short time state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state is achieved.

  Note that the normal state is a game state other than a specific state such as a big hit game state, a state where the time is shortened, a probability variation state, etc., which is advantageous to the player. The probability of “winning” and the probability that the variable display result in the special game is “big hit” is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed, a predetermined return process after power-on) Is controlled in the same manner as when (1) is not executed.

  The time-short state is also referred to as “high base state”, “high base”, etc., and the gaming state that is not the time-short state is also referred to as “low base state”, “low base”, “non-time-short state”, “non-time-short state”, and the like. The probability variation state in which probability variation control is performed is also referred to as “high probability state”, “high probability”, and the gaming state that is not the probability variation state is “low probability state”, “low probability”, “non-probability variation state”, “non-probability variation”. Is also said. The gaming state when in the probable change state and the short time state is also referred to as “high-accuracy high base state”, “high-accuracy high base”, or the like. The gaming state when the state is in the short-time state without being in the probable change state is also referred to as “low-accuracy base state”, “low-accuracy base”, or the like. The game state when the state is in the probabilistic state without being in the short-time state is also referred to as “highly accurate low base state”, “highly accurate low base”, or the like. The state that does not become either the short-time state or the probability variation state, that is, the normal state is also referred to as “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy low base”, or the like.

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, the first special game and the second special game in the first special symbol display device 4A are provided. Corresponding to the start of one of the second special symbol games in the symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display and the small symbol variable display are started. In the first special figure game or the second special figure game, when a fixed special symbol that is a variable symbol display result (a special symbol game display result) is derived and displayed, the image is synchronized with the timing of the derivation display. In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the display device 5, the decorative symbol variable display ends, and a fixed decorative symbol (three decorative symbols of the three decorative symbols) is obtained. Combination) is derived and displayed (stop display). In addition, when the fixed special symbol is derived and displayed, variable display of the small symbols at the three locations in the small symbol display area 5K is ended, and a fixed small symbol (combination of three small symbols) that is a variable display result is derived. Displayed (stopped display).

  In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol and the variable display of the small symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol and the small symbol may become a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative pattern that is not yet stopped and displayed when the decorative symbols and small symbols that are stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitute a part of the jackpot combination described later. (Also referred to as “reach variation symbol”), or a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination That is.

  Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, the “medium” decorative symbol display area) that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating “6”) constituting the determined jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. 5C, etc.) or a display pattern in which the decorative symbols are fluctuating, or all or some of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are all of the big hit combinations. Or it is the display mode which is changing synchronously while constituting a part.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed in response to the reach mode during the variable display. In the reach production, the display mode and the variation mode of the decorative design and the small design are changed, or a character image (production image imitating a person) is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 separately from the decorative design and the small design. Or by changing the display mode of the background image, or reproducing and displaying a moving image separately from the decorative pattern and the small pattern, thereby performing an effect operation different from that before reaching the reach mode.

  In this embodiment, normal reach, super reach A (development from normal reach), and super reach B (development from normal reach) are prepared as reach productions. In this embodiment, the expectation degree of jackpot when each reach effect is executed is higher in the order of super reach B, super reach A, and normal reach (normal reach that does not develop into super reach). The reach effect may include an effect by a sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation by the game effect lamp 9 or the like (the same applies to other effects).

  The jackpot expectation is, for example, the ratio at which the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is “big hit” (here, “probable big hit”). Here, the variable symbol display result of the decorative symbol is “big hit” (“probable big hit”). ) Is also the ratio. In the following, in the case of the big hit expectation degree of a special figure game, the big hit expectation degree means a ratio at which the variable display result of the decorative symbol is “big hit” (“big hit” that is a big hit combination at the time of probable big hit).

  In addition, during the variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols, various effects are performed in addition to the reach effects. For example, a special symbol display effect, a decorative symbol display mode change effect, a movement of a decorative symbol during variable display, or the like is executed at a chance of a chance to be described later (details will be described later). Note that variable display of decorative symbols and variable display of small symbols are also types of effects.

  When the special symbol variable display result is “probable variation big hit”, a definite decorative symbol that is a predetermined jackpot combination is derived and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 as a variable symbol display result. As an example, a combination of big hits is determined by stopping and displaying the same decorative symbols all together on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is only necessary that the decorative design is derived and displayed. Depending on whether the big hit type is “probability change A” or “probability change B”, the decorative pattern to be stopped may be different. Note that the variable display result of the small symbol variable display coincides with the variable symbol variable display result.

  If the special symbol variable display result is “surprise big hit”, the decorative symbol variable display mode is not the reach mode, and the decorative symbol variable display result is a non-reach chance decorative pattern. When the display is stopped, a definite decorative symbol that becomes a non-reach opportunity may be derived and displayed. Also, when the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is “big hit big hit”, the variable symbol display result of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode after the variable symbol display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode. When the decorative symbols that make up are stopped and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a reach chance may be derived and displayed. Note that the chance symbol may include a special symbol described later (the special symbol is not used for the chance symbol of the small symbol). The variable display result of the small symbol variable display may be the case where the decorative symbol variable display result matches or does not match (when a special symbol described later is used for the chance of the decoration symbol).

  In this embodiment, various effects are appropriately performed even during the sudden hit game state or the probable big hit game state. For example, during a sudden hit game state, an effect that informs that the subsequent game state will be in a probable change state (however, the effect time will be shortened, so that the player will be informed that the probable change will occur suddenly. Feels like.) During the probabilistic jackpot game state, the effect of notifying that the jackpot game state has arrived, and whether or not a short-time state is attached in the subsequent game state (whether it becomes a high-accuracy high base or a high-probability low base) Execute the battle effect.

  If the special symbol variable display result is “losing”, the decorative display or small symbol variable display mode does not become the reach mode, but the decorative pattern variable display result is a decoration that constitutes a predetermined non-reach combination. When the symbol is stopped and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a non-reach combination (a combination different from the non-reach chance eye) may be derived and displayed. In addition, when the special symbol variable display result is “losing”, a predetermined reach combination that is not a big hit combination after the decorative symbol or small symbol variable display mode becomes the reach mode as the decorative symbol variable display mode. When the decorative symbols constituting the “reach lose combination” are stopped and displayed, a definite decorative symbol that is a reach lose combination (a combination different from the reach chance eye) may be derived and displayed. Note that the variable display result of the small symbol variable display coincides with the variable symbol variable display result.

  Next, an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 will be described. The main board 11 controls the progress of the game. Then, the main board 11 transmits an effect control command to the effect control board 12 as the game progresses. The effect control board 12 performs various effects by executing effect control for controlling the image display device 5 and the like based on the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. As a result, the game executed by the main board 11 and the various effects executed by the effect control board 12 are synchronized. FIG. 3 shows examples of main effect control commands. The following “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  Command 8001 (H) is an effect control command (first variation start designation command) for designating (notifying) the start of the first special figure game, that is, the start of variable display (fluctuation) of the first special figure. Command 8002 (H) is an effect control command (second variation start designation command) for designating (notifying) the start of the second special figure game, that is, the start of variable display (fluctuation) of the second special figure. The first variation start designation command and the second variation start designation command may be collectively referred to as a variation start designation command. Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special figure or variable display of the second special figure may be included in a later-described variation pattern designation command. The change start designation command is transmitted at the start of the special figure game.

  The command 81XX (H) is a variable pattern display for special symbols (special game), variable patterns for variable symbols and small symbols (execution time for special symbols, decorative symbols and small symbols, This is an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) for designating (notifying) a variable design pattern for designating small symbols. In the “XX” of the command, a numerical value corresponding to each variation pattern (described in detail later) is set (for example, “01” for the variation pattern PA1-1). Further, the variation pattern designation command may be a command for designating the variation start of the decorative symbol. The variation pattern designation command is transmitted at the start of the special figure game.

  Command 8CXX (H) is an effect control command (display result designation command) for designating (notifying) whether or not to make a big hit and a big hit type (that is, a variable display result). In this embodiment, a display result designation command corresponding to each variable display result is set. For example, “XX” in the command is set to a numerical value corresponding to the display result (for example, “00” for “losing”, “01” for “probability A big hit”, etc.). The display result designation command is transmitted at the start of the special figure game.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design determination designation command) for designating (notifying) the end of the special figure game (that is, deriving and displaying the variable display result). The symbol confirmation designation command is for designating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbol or the small symbol is terminated and the display result is derived and displayed. The symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted at the end of the special game.

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (game state designation command) for designating the current game state. In this embodiment, the effect mode during variable display is changed according to the gaming state (for example, the background of the effect image is different in each effect mode). For this reason, the gaming state designation command also designates a gaming state. In “XX” in the command, a numerical value corresponding to the gaming state (effect mode) is set (for example, “00” in the normal state, “01” in the high-accuracy base state). The gaming state designation command is transmitted at a timing when the gaming state can be changed (at the end of jackpot, when a variable display result is derived, etc.), at the start of a special figure game, or the like.

  Command A000 (H) is an effect control command (hit start designation command) for designating (notifying) the start of the big hit gaming state (also the start of fanfare). The fanfare is an effect that is executed at the start of the big hit gaming state, such as an effect for notifying that the big hit gaming state has been reached. This command is transmitted at the start of the jackpot gaming state.

  Command A300 (H) is an effect control command (hit end designation command) for designating (notifying) the end of the big hit gaming state (which is also the start of ending). The ending is an effect executed at the end of the jackpot gaming state, such as an effect for notifying that the jackpot gaming state is ended. This command is sent at the end of the last round game.

  In addition, since the winning game state is ended immediately without substantially winning the winning ball, the performance in the sudden winning game state including the fanfare and the ending will be changed to a promising state. It is set as the effect which alert | reports this. The fanfare and ending in the sudden hit game state may also be an effect of notifying that the big hit game state has been reached or that the big hit game state has ended, as in the case of the probable big hit game state.

  Command B100 (H) is an effect control command (first start prize designation command) for designating (notifying) that a first start prize has been generated due to the entry of a game medium into the first start prize opening. Command B200 (H) is an effect control command (second start prize designation command) for designating (notifying) that a second start prize has occurred due to the entry of a game medium into the second start prize opening. The first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start prize designation command. The start winning designation command is transmitted when a start winning is generated (at the start winning).

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command) that designates (notifies) that the first start winning is generated and the first special figure reserved memory number increases by one. is there. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command) for designating (notifying) that the second start winning is generated and the second special figure reserved memory number is increased by one. is there. These commands may be collectively referred to as a special figure reserved memory number addition designation command. The special figure reserved memory number addition designation command is transmitted when a start prize is generated (at the start prize).

  Command C200 (H) is an effect control command for specifying (notifying) that the first special figure reserved memory number is decreased by one when the first special figure game is executed (first special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation) Command). Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation that designates (notifies) that the second special figure reserved memory number is decreased by one when the second special figure game is executed. Command). These commands may be collectively referred to as special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation commands. The special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is transmitted when the special figure game is started.

  Next, main operations (actions) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the following, the operation will be described with reference to a flowchart and the like, but in each operation (each process), a process that does not appear in the flowchart may be appropriately performed.

  In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started (including resumption after power interruption), the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 performs, for example, a predetermined game control main process. Processing is executed. In the game control main process, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt prohibited.

  When the CPU 103 executing the game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC supplied every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds) and accepts the interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state, for example, a game Executes control timer interrupt processing.

  In the game control timer interrupt process, the CPU 103 performs a game process in the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as a switch process, a main side error process, an information output process, a game random number update process, a special symbol process, a normal symbol process, and a command control process. A process for controlling the progress is executed. At the end of the game control timer interrupt process, the interrupt enabled state is set. As a result, the game control timer interrupt process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, that is, every predetermined time (2 ms) which is the supply interval of the interrupt request signal.

  The switch process is performed by determining whether a detection signal is input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. This is a process of determining for each switch whether or not it is turned on (that is, whether or not a game ball has entered or passed) and storing the determination result in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. The determination result stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 is used in special symbol process processing and normal symbol process processing described later.

  The main-side error process is a process of performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result.

  The information output process is a process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start-up information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example.

  The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software. As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result (variable display result of a special symbol), a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, and a variation pattern determination. And the random number MR3 for use may be included.

  The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state with “1”. Any of the values of “65535” can be taken.

  The random value MR2 for determining the big hit type is a random value used for determining the big hit type as one of “probability variation A”, “probability variation B”, or “surprising probability” when the variable display result is “big hit”. And can take any value from “1” to “100”.

  The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance. It can take any value of “100”.

  In the special symbol process, as will be described in detail later, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a variable display result such as a special symbol in the special symbol game Deciding whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state as “big hit”, determining the big hit type and variation pattern, controlling the display operation in the special symbol display device 4 based on the determination result (execution of special figure game), Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform setting of opening / closing operation (execution of round game) of the big winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the big hit game state in a predetermined procedure. A special symbol process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, so that a variable display result and a variation pattern are determined, a special game is executed based on the determination, and a big hit gaming state is realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when a game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, a determination result determined that the gate switch 21 is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the number of holds has not reached the upper limit, the reserved game is stored (for example, a random number is extracted and stored in the RAM 102), or the reserved memory (the random value stored in the RAM 102) is used. To determine a variable display result and a variation pattern (a pattern for designating a variation time, etc.) of the normal game, and to control a display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display 20 according to the variation pattern. The normal display variable display is executed and the variable display result of the general game is derived and displayed. Or performs the processing of the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B in an open state when per FIG. " The normal symbol process is executed every time the timer interrupt is generated, so that the normal game is executed and the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is released for a predetermined period when the normal game is hit.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, and the like, transmission setting of a control command (production control command or the like) (for example, storing a storage address value of a control command to be transmitted is stored in the RAM 102) is performed. In the process, a process of actually transmitting the transmission-set control command to the effect control board 12 is performed. In this transmission process, an effect control INT signal or the like is used, and a control command is transmitted.

  Next, the special symbol process will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is turned on ( Step S201). For example, when the first start port switch 22A is turned on when the determination result determined that the first start port switch 22A is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. What is necessary is just to judge. When the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the first special figure reserved memory number that is the reserved memory number of the first special figure game is a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”). ) Is determined (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 obtains a first special figure reserved memory count value that is a stored value of a first special figure reserved memory number counter (counter that counts the first special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It suffices if the first special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading. When the first special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), the start port buffer value, which is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is set to “1”. Setting is performed (step S203).

  When the first start-up switch 22A is OFF in step S201 (step S201; No), or when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), it is normal. It is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is turned on (step S204). For example, when the second start port switch 22B is turned on when the determination result determined that the second start port switch 22B is turned on in the switch process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. What is necessary is just to judge. When it is determined that the second start port switch 22B is turned on (step S204; Yes), the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the second special figure game is a predetermined upper limit value (here, It is determined whether or not “4”) (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 obtains a second special figure reserved memory number count value which is a stored value of a second special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the second special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It suffices if the second special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading. When the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; No), the start port buffer value is set to “2” (step S206). If the second start port switch 22B is not turned on (step S204; No), or if the second special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the start winning determination process is terminated.

  After either of the processes of steps S203 and S206 is executed, the special figure reservation storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated by 1 (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is increased. Add one. Thus, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is updated so as to increase (increment) by 1 when the first start condition for allowing the game ball to enter the first start winning opening is satisfied. Further, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is updated so as to increase (increment) by 1 when the second start condition for allowing the game ball to enter the second start winning opening is satisfied. At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is updated to add 1 (step S208).

  After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, a random number MR1 for determining a special figure display result or a jackpot type determination is determined from numerical data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102. Numerical data indicating the random value MR2 and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. Numeric data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as reserved data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in a special figure storage unit (provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102) corresponding to the start port buffer value. (Step S210).

  For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. When the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the first hold indicator 25A to display a display that can specify the first special figure hold memory number added by one. You may make it make 1st holding | maintenance indicator 25A perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  When the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display that can specify the number of the second special figure hold memory added by one. You may make it make the 2nd holding | maintenance display device 25B perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  The first special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 6 (A) has not yet started, although a game ball has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first start winning has occurred. The hold data of the first special figure game is stored. As an example, the first special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the entry of the game ball The CPU 103 stores the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the like as the reserved data. Is stored until it reaches a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”). In this embodiment, in this way, the first special figure game that has not yet been started (here, numerical data for executing this first special figure game) is stored as a pending storage.

  The second special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 6 (B) has not yet started, although the game ball has entered the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second start winning has occurred. There is no second special figure game hold data stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball The number data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. extracted by the CPU 103 from the random number circuit 104 or the like is used as the reserved data. The data is stored until a predetermined upper limit value (here, “4”) is reached. In this embodiment, in this way, the second special figure game that has not yet been started (here, numerical data for executing this second special figure game) is stored as a pending storage.

  Thereafter, the start winning command transmission setting is performed (step S211). In step S211, if the start port buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 performs transmission setting of the first start winning designation command and the first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command as the start winning time command. If the buffer value is “2”, transmission setting of the second start winning designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command is performed as the start winning command.

  After the winning random number determination process in step S211, the CPU 103 determines whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S212). At this time, if the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S212; “2”), the starting port buffer is cleared and its stored value (starting port buffer value) is initialized to “0” ( Step S213), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S212; “1”), the starting port buffer is cleared and the stored value (starting port buffer value) is initialized to “0”. (Step S214), the process proceeds to step S204. Thereby, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of the game balls that are effective at the same time, the processing based on the detection of both effective start winnings can be completed reliably.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 selects one of the processes in steps S110 to S117 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102. And execute.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 as the special symbol normal process.

  In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special symbol holding storage number is “0” (step S231). The CPU 103 may determine whether or not the second special figure reserved memory number count value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; No), for example, the first area of the second special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating the predetermined random number value, which is the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is read (step S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting and updating the second special figure reserved memory number count value by one, the second special figure reserved memory number is updated to be subtracted by one, and the second special figure reserved memory number is also subtracted. The stored contents in the holding storage unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the reservation data stored in the storage area lower than the holding number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “2” to “4”) in the second special figure holding storage unit is higher by one entry ( Shift to storage areas corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated so as to be decremented by one. Then, the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, which is the stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S235). The CPU 103 may determine whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number count value is “0”. Thus, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, and the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the second special figure game is started with priority over the first special figure game.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S235 (step S235; No), for example, the first area of the first special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating the predetermined random number value, which is the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102, is read (step S236). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) at the first start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, for example, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1 and updated to update the first special figure reserved memory number to 1 and the first special figure reserved memory number is updated. The stored contents in the holding storage unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the first special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time ( Shift to storage areas corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, is determined as either “big hit” or “losing” (step S239). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the special figure display result. For example, when the current state is the non-probability change state (when the probability change flag is off), the CPU 103 sets the first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. When the probability variation flag is on, the second special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8B is set as a use table. In each special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 8, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a “big hit” or “lost” as a determination result. As long as it is assigned to.

  The CPU 103 reads numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result included in the game random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation, and reads the read random number value MR1. Based on the numerical data shown, the first or second special figure display result determination table set as the use table is referred to, and in the first or second special figure display result determination table to be referred to, the decision value that matches the random value MR1 is obtained. The assigned “big hit” or “losing” may be determined as the current special figure display result (variable display result of the special symbol). When the random value MR1 is “9000”, the CPU 103 sets the second value when the probability variation flag (a flag provided in the RAM 102 and turned on when the probability variation state is on) is on (when the probability variation state is present). When the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” with reference to the special figure display result determination table, and the probability variation flag is in the off state (in the non-probability variation state), the first special figure display result determination table is determined. It is determined that the special figure display result is “lost” by referring to it.

  As shown in FIG. 8, in the probability variation state, the special figure display result is determined as “big hit” at a higher decision ratio than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, for example, by the jackpot end process in step S117 shown in FIG. 4 (details will be described later), the probability variation flag is set to the ON state corresponding to the case where the jackpot type is “probability variation A” or “probability variation B”. Based on this, when the current state is a probable change state, the special figure display result is likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be a big hit game state than in the non-probability change state. That is, it is advantageous for the player when the current state is in a probabilistic state.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is “big hit” (step S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (step S240; Yes), a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is set to an on state (step S241).

  Thereafter, the jackpot type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, a jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the jackpot type. For example, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1” (when the special figure game to be executed is the first special figure game), the CPU 103 uses the first jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. Set as a table. For example, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2” (when the special figure game to be executed is the second special figure game), the CPU 103 uses the second jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 9B. Set as a table.

  In each jackpot type determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 9, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is “probability variation A”, “probability variation B”, “ It is only necessary to be assigned to “Accuracy”. However, in the second big hit type determination table, there is no “surprise” as the determination result. That is, in the case of the second special figure game, the “surprise big hit” does not occur.

  The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type included in the game random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation, and the jackpot read from the random number buffer for variation Based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the type, the jackpot type determination table set in the use table is referred to, and the “probability change” assigned to the determined value that matches the random value MR2 in the referenced jackpot type determination table is referred to. Any one of “A”, “probability change B”, and “surprise accuracy” may be determined as the current big hit type.

  After executing the process of step S242, the jackpot type determined in advance is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 stores in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 a jackpot type buffer setting value indicating the determination result of the jackpot type (for example, “0” for “probability variation A”, “probability variation B”). Can be stored by storing “1” and “2” in the case of “probability”.

  When the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S240; No), after step S243, a fixed special symbol that is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game is determined (step S246). As an example, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (when the big hit flag is in an off state), a special symbol (for example, “−”) predetermined as a lost symbol is used. Is determined as a special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit” (when the big hit flag is on), according to the big hit type determination result in step S242 (big hit type buffer setting value) ) One of the special symbols predetermined as multiple types of jackpot symbols (for example, “3” for “probability A big hit”, “7” for “probability B big hit”, “surprise big hit” "4") may be determined as the confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the process of step S246, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” (step S247), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in step S247, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed.

  If the number of reserved memories of the first special figure game is “0” in step S235 (step S235; Yes), after a predetermined demonstration display setting is made (step S248), the special symbol normal process is terminated. . In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (demonstration display start designation command) for designating the start of demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is sent from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the effect control board 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if not transmitted, the demonstration display start designation command is set to be transmitted, and then the demonstration display setting is ended. The effect control board 12 displays a demonstration screen when a demonstration display start designation command is transmitted.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S111 as the variation pattern setting process.

  In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). If the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the big hit hour fluctuation pattern is determined with reference to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table (stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance) (step S262). ). If the big hit flag is off (step S261; No), the loss variation pattern is determined with reference to the loss variation pattern determination table (previously stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101) (step S263).

  FIG. 12 shows a specific example of the variation pattern in the present embodiment. In this embodiment, variation patterns PA1-1, PA2-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4 are prepared as variation patterns during loss (variation patterns selected when the variable display result is “lost”). ing. Further, fluctuation patterns PB3-2 to PB3-4 are prepared as fluctuation patterns at the probability variation big hit (variation patterns selected when the variable display result is “probable big hit”). In addition, variation patterns PC1-1 and PC3-2 are prepared as variation patterns at the time of sudden hit (the variation pattern selected when the variable display result is “surprise big hit”).

  The variation patterns PA1-1 and PA2-1 of the loss variation patterns are non-reach variation patterns that specify non-reach (a variable display mode is not a reach mode and a variable display result is a non-reach combination). is there. The fluctuation pattern PA2-1 is a non-reach fluctuation pattern for a short time (with shortening) in which the special figure fluctuation time is shorter than normal (PA1-1). The variation patterns PA3-2 to PA3-4 of the variation patterns at the time of loss are reach variation patterns that specify reach (the variable display mode becomes the reach mode and the variable display result becomes the reach-miss combination). The fluctuation pattern PA3-2 is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of normal reach. The variation pattern PA3-3 is a reach variation pattern that designates development from normal reach execution to super reach A. The variation pattern PA3-4 is a reach variation pattern that designates development from normal reach execution to super reach B.

  The variation pattern PB3-2 of the probability variation big hit variation pattern is a reach variation pattern that specifies execution of normal reach. The fluctuation pattern PB3-3 is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates development from normal reach execution to super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates development from normal reach execution to super reach B.

  The variation pattern PC1-1 among the variation patterns at the time of sudden hit is a non-reach chance variation pattern that designates a non-reach chance (a variable display mode does not become a reach mode, but a variable display result becomes a chance). is there. The fluctuation pattern PC3-2 is a reach chance eye fluctuation pattern for designating normal execution and reach chance (the variable display mode becomes the reach mode and the variable display result becomes the chance).

  In this embodiment, among the above variation patterns, the variation pattern PA1-1 and the variation pattern PC1-1 are the corresponding variation patterns, and the middle of the variable display (for example, the variable display result) Until the derivation), the same production can be executed. Thus, until the middle timing, it is not possible to know whether the variable display result is “lost” or “surprise big hit”. Similarly, the variation pattern PA 3-2, the variation pattern PB 3-2, and the variation pattern PC 3-2 are corresponding variation patterns, from the start of variable display to midway (for example, immediately before derivation of the variable display result). The same production is feasible. Thus, until the intermediate timing, it is not possible to know whether the variable display result is “lost”, “surprise big hit”, or “probable big hit”. Similarly, the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 are corresponding fluctuation patterns, and the fluctuation pattern PA3-4 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 are corresponding fluctuation patterns. From the start of variable display to the middle (for example, immediately before derivation of the variable display result), the same effect can be executed. Thus, until the middle timing, it is not possible to know whether the variable display result will be “lost” or “probability big hit”.

  In step S262, for example, the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 12 is referred to. Specifically, when the jackpot type recorded in step S243 (which may be specified by the jackpot type buffer setting value) is “probability variation A” or “probability variation B” (when non-surprising variation), FIG. ) Of the first big hit variation pattern determination table is referred to, and in the case of “surprise”, the second big hit variation pattern determination table of FIG. 12B is referred to.

  As shown in FIG. 12, in each big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with a random value MR3 for variation pattern determination is one of the probability variation big hit variation patterns (variation patterns) as a determination result. Any one of PB 3-2 to PB 3-4) or a variation pattern at the time of sudden hit is sufficient (any one of fluctuation patterns PC 1-2 and PC 3-2).

  In step S262, the CPU 103 refers to the first jackpot variation pattern determination table or the second jackpot variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern random number MR3 read from the variation random number buffer. Any one of the variation patterns assigned to the decision value that matches the random number MR3 in the referenced big hit variation pattern determination table may be determined (selected) as the current big hit variation pattern.

  In FIG. 12, the determination ratio is described instead of the range of the determination value. In the actual table, it suffices if a determined value in a range corresponding to the determined ratio in FIG. 12 is assigned to each variation pattern. For example, in FIG. 12A, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-2 is 10/100, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 is 20/100, and the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is 70/100. Since it is 100, the decision values 1 to 10 (range of 10%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-2, and the decision values 11 to 11 to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-3. 30 (range of 20%) is assigned, and determined values 31 to 100 (range of 70%) to be compared with the random number value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB3-4. The same applies to other tables in which the determination ratios are described and determination examples described later.

  In step S263, when the current gaming state is a non-time saving state (when the time reduction flag is OFF), for example, the first loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A is referred to. When the current gaming state is the short-time state (when the short-time flag is on), for example, the second loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13B is set as the usage pattern. The time reduction flag is a flag that is turned on in the time reduction state, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  As shown in FIG. 13, in the first to second loss variation pattern determination tables, for example, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a random value MR3 for variation pattern determination is a variation pattern at the time of loss that is a determination result. It may be assigned to any one (any one of the fluctuation patterns PA1-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4, or any one of the fluctuation patterns PA1-1, PA2-1, PA3-2 to PA3-4). .

  In step S263, the CPU 103 selects one of the first and second loss variation pattern determination tables set as the use pattern based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 read from the variation random number buffer. , And any one of the variation patterns assigned to the decision value matching the random value MR3 in the first or second variation pattern determination table for reference to be referred to may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern at the time of the current loss. .

  In the variation pattern determination table for loss shown in FIG. 13, the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 having a short special figure fluctuation time is easily selected in the short-time state, and in the short-time state, it is more average than in the non-short-time state. Thus, it is possible to shorten the variable display time, to suppress the occurrence of invalid start winnings, and to reduce the stop of the game ball fired by the player (so-called “stop hit”). Moreover, the execution frequency of variable display can be increased.

  Referring to FIG. 12 and FIG. 13, at the probability of a big hit, the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 for executing super reach B, the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 for executing super reach A, and the fluctuation pattern for executing normal reach (development from normal reach to super reach). Not determined) The determination ratio is higher in the order of PB3-2 (see FIG. 12). The determination rate of each variation pattern at the time of losing is reversed. For this reason, when the super reach B is executed, the variable display result is “big hit” (here, “probability big hit”) at the highest rate. Then, in the order of super reach A and normal reach, the rate at which the variable display result is “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) decreases.

  After executing step S262 or S263, a special figure variable time (also referred to as a variable time) that is a variable symbol display time is set (step S266). The special symbol change time, which is the special symbol variable display time, is derived from the fixed special symbol that will be the variable display result (special symbol display result) after starting the special symbol change in the special symbol game (variable display end) Time). The special figure fluctuation time is specified by each fluctuation pattern (see FIG. 11), and the CPU 103 sets the special figure fluctuation time designated by the fluctuation pattern selected in the process of step S262 or S263, thereby allowing the special symbol and the decorative symbol to be set. And the timing at which the variable display result of variable display of small symbols is derived can be set. The special figure change time is set by, for example, setting a timer value corresponding to the special figure change time in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  Following the process of step S266, any one of the first special symbol games in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B that satisfies the start condition. Settings for starting the variation of the special symbol are performed so as to start the game (step S267).

  As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B.

  When starting the first special figure game, the CPU 103 controls the first hold indicator 25A to display a display capable of specifying the first special figure hold memory number obtained by subtracting one from the first hold indicator 25A. (For example, the number of LEDs to be turned on is reduced by one). In addition, when starting the second special figure game, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display capable of specifying the second special figure hold memory number subtracted by one second hold indicator 25B. (For example, the number of LEDs to be turned on is reduced by one).

  Thereafter, in order to notify the effect control board 12 side of the special figure display result, the variation pattern determination result, and the like, transmission setting of a command (variation start command) at the start of variation of the special symbol is performed (step S271).

  For example, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a first fluctuation start designation command, a fluctuation pattern designation command (a command for designating the current fluctuation pattern is used as a fluctuation start command corresponding to the first special figure game. ), A display result designation command (designation command indicating the current variable display result), a gaming state designation command (a command according to the current gaming state (which can be specified by the time reduction flag and the probability variation flag)), the first special figure hold memory Performs transmission settings for sequentially transmitting the number subtraction designation command.

  On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the second fluctuation start designation command, fluctuation pattern designation command (command for designating the current fluctuation pattern) is used as a fluctuation start command corresponding to the second special figure game. ), Display result designation command (designation command indicating the current variable display result), gaming state designation command (command corresponding to the current gaming state), second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command for sequentially transmitting Configure transmission settings.

  The above commands are sequentially transmitted by one timer interruption in the subsequent command control processing.

  After executing the process of step S271, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” (step S272), and then the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in step S272, when the next timer interruption occurs, the special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 of FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”.

  In the special symbol variation process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the special symbol variation time set in step S111 has elapsed (whether or not it is time to derive a special diagram display result). For example, by subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer for which the initial value was set in step S111 and determining whether or not the subtracted timer value has become “0”, whether or not the special figure variation time has elapsed What is necessary is just to determine.

  When the timer value of the game control process timer (timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the special figure variation time has not elapsed, so control for executing the variable display of the special figure in the special figure game (for example, The first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed (control for transmitting a driving signal to update the display to maintain the special symbol display for a predetermined period of time. The same applies hereinafter) and the like. In the display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, a process for changing the special symbol is performed, and the special symbol changing process is ended.

  On the other hand, when the timer value of the game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display The device 4B performs control to stop the variation of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol (the confirmed special symbol set in step S110) which is the variable display result of the special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display) (the confirmed special symbol is It may be controlled so as to continue to display for a predetermined time)), the transmission setting of the symbol confirmation designation command is performed, and the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”.

  By repeatedly executing step S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, special symbol variable display, fixed special symbol derivation display, and the like are realized.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”.

  In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit flag is on.

  When the big hit flag is on, the time reduction flag and the probability variation flag are reset (turned off), and the remaining number of variable displays executed in the time reduction state provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (time reduction remaining number) ) Is reset. The count value of the short-time counter is reset to “0”. Then, a timer value corresponding to the fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, which is a predetermined time) is set as an initial value in the game control process timer. The initial value of the round counter for counting round games provided in the RAM 102 is “15” when the jackpot type is “probability change A” or “probability change B”, and the jackpot type is “surprise”. Sets “2”. The jackpot type may be specified by the jackpot type buffer setting value. Thereafter, a setting for transmitting a hit start designation command is performed, and the special symbol process flag is updated to “4”, and the special symbol stop process is terminated. Here, since the gaming state may be changed, a gaming state designation command may be transmitted and set.

  When the big hit flag is in the off state (when the variable display result is “losing”), it is determined whether or not the hour / short flag is in the on state. 1 ”is subtracted. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the count value after subtracting “1” is “0”. If the count value is “0”, the time-short end condition for ending the time-short state is satisfied (that is, Since a predetermined number of variable displays that can be executed in the state has been executed), the time reduction flag is turned off to end the time reduction state. Thereafter, transmission setting for transmitting a game state designation command is performed based on the state of the probability change flag. When the time flag is off, the count value after subtracting “1” is not “0”, or after the game state designation command transmission setting, the special process flag value is updated to “0”, etc. Then, the special symbol stop process is finished.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”.

  In this big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the game control process timer.

  If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the big hit release pre-processing ends.

  When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the fanfare waiting time has elapsed and the round game start timing has come. In this case, the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and opening the grand prize opening (for example, the process of transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door), the big prize opening A process of setting a timer initial value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds or 0.5 seconds in this case) of the period for opening the game control process timer is executed. The upper limit is “29 seconds” when the big hit type is “probability variation A” or “probability variation B”, and becomes “0.5” when the big hit type is “probability”. The jackpot type may be specified by the jackpot type buffer setting value. When the process of setting the special winning opening to the open state is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  By repeating step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, waiting until the start timing of the round game (waiting until the end of the fanfare), opening of the big prize opening, and the like are realized.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "5".

  This big hit release process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer, a timer value after 1 subtraction, and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch Based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the determination result determined that the count switch 23 is turned on in the process is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, etc. This includes a process for determining whether or not it is time to return the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state (or may be partially open).

  When it is determined that the timer value after decrementing by 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the big prize opening is closed. Therefore, the process of returning the special winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of turning off the solenoid 82 by stopping the transmission of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door) The timer value corresponding to the closing period of the winning opening (the interval period of the round game, the period set in advance, and the closing period may be varied depending on the jackpot type (the jackpot type buffer setting value)). Is set in the game control process timer, and the count value of the round number counter is decreased by one. When the big prize opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”, and the big hit release process is terminated.

  If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, a process for maintaining the open state of the big prize opening (for example, the solenoid drive signal Etc.), and the process during the big hit release is completed.

  By repeating step S115 each time a timer interrupt occurs, the open state of the big prize opening is maintained until the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state, and finally the big prize opening is closed.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”.

  In the processing after the big hit release, there are processing for determining whether or not the count value of the round number counter has become “0”, processing for decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 when it is not “0”, and the like. Done.

  When it is determined that the count value of the round number counter is “0”, it means that the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, so the ending waiting time (from the start of ending in the big hit game state) to the game control process timer The timer value corresponding to the waiting time until the end is a predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command is performed, and processing for updating the special figure process flag to “7” is also performed.

  When the process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is 0. If not, it is not the start timing of the round game, so the closed state Is maintained, and the processing after the big hit release ends. If it is 0, it is the start timing of the round game, so the process for making the big prize opening state open, the upper limit of the period for making the big prize opening state open (here 29 seconds ("probability change A" or A process of setting a timer value corresponding to “probability change B” or 0.5 seconds (“probability”) in the game control process timer is executed. When the process of setting the special winning opening to the open state is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  Each round game is realized by repeatedly executing S115 and S116 every time a timer interrupt occurs after the big winning opening is opened in step S114.

  The big hit end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the big hit end process, a process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed.

  If the timer value decremented by 1 is not 0, the ending has not ended, and the jackpot end processing is ended as it is.

  When the timer value decremented by 1 reaches 0, the ending is completed. Therefore, depending on the big hit type (big hit type buffer setting value) stored in the big hit type buffer, the short time flag, short time counter, probability change flag, etc. Set the state.

  For example, the CPU 103 specifies “probability change A”, “probability change B”, and “surprise change” as the big hit type of this “big hit” based on the big hit type buffer setting value. (The count value of the time reduction counter remains “0”, and the time reduction flag also remains off).

  If the big hit type of this “big hit” is “probability variation B” or “surprise accuracy”, the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are turned on, and “100” is set as the count initial value in the time reduction counter. As a result, the gaming state after the “probability variation A big hit gaming state” when the big hit type is “probability variation A” becomes a high probability low base state, and when the big hit type is “probability variation B”, the “probability variation B big hit gaming state”. The gaming state after “is a highly accurate and high base state, and the gaming state after the“ surprising and big hit gaming state ”when the big hit type is“ surprise and accurate ”is a highly accurate and high base state (see FIG. 9).

  After setting the state such as the hour / hour flag, hour / hour count counter, probability change flag, etc., the special figure process flag value is updated to “0”.

  In the above series of processing, when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”, one variable display or the like has ended, so the game control process timer, the jackpot type buffer setting value, Various data such as the state of various flags (those that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) may be reset as appropriate.

  Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described.

  In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and executes, for example, a predetermined effect control main process. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process, clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer mounted on the production control board 12). Circuit) register setting, etc.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a timer interrupt flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 is on. The timer interrupt flag is a timer interrupt process that is executed separately from the effect control main process, and is based on a CTC register setting, for example, for a predetermined time (for example, 33 ms corresponding to the image display cycle of the image display device 5). Set to ON every time elapses. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits. For this reason, a command analysis process, an effect control process process, and the like, which will be described later, are executed every time a timer interrupt occurs (every 33 ms).

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on.

  When an interruption occurs due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disabled state is used, It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction).

  The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example.

Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, for example, an effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer is read and analyzed, and settings and control corresponding to the analysis result are performed. Do.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process is executed. In the effect control process, determination, determination, and setting according to an effect control command (command analyzed in the command analysis process) transmitted from the main board 11 and the like is performed on the control contents of the effect operation using various effect devices. Etc. are performed. Following the effect control process, an effect random number update process is executed. In the effect random number update process, numerical data indicating the effect random number counted by the random counter in the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control. Thereafter, it is determined again whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on.

  Next, command analysis processing will be described. In the command analysis process, the reception command (the effect control command received by the effect control board 12) stored in the effect control command reception buffer is analyzed (for example, the MODE data is confirmed), and which effect control the received command is. Whether the command is specified or not is processed according to the specified effect control command. When a plurality of reception commands are stored in the effect control command reception buffer, analysis is performed on each reception command.

  FIG. 14 shows the relationship between the effect control command (effect control command name) specified by the analysis and the processing content corresponding to the effect control command. Note that each command reception flag and each command storage area in FIG. 14 are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Setting each command reception flag means turning the flag on. The state of each command reception flag and the command stored in each command storage area may be reset or deleted at an appropriate timing (at the timing when it is no longer necessary to check the flag state or command). It only has to be reset or erased.)

  Also, as shown in FIG. 14, in the command analysis process, when a gaming state designation command is received, a high-accuracy flag (a flag that is turned on at the high-probability, depending on the gaming state designated by the gaming state designation command, The state of the high base flag (the flag that is turned on at the time of high base and provided in the predetermined region of the RAM 122) is switched. When the gaming state designation command designates the probability changing state, the high probability flag is turned on (if it is already on, the state is maintained). When the gaming state designation command designates the short time state, the high base flag is turned on (if the state is already on, the state is maintained).

  Further, when the command analyzed in the command analysis processing is the first special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, the display control unit 123 displays the display by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like. Processing for newly displaying the first hold display image in the area 5Ha of the area 5H is performed. When the command analyzed in the command analysis process is the second special figure reserved memory number addition designation command, the display area 5H is transmitted by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The second hold display image is newly displayed in the area 5Hb. As a result, the first hold display image is incremented by one in response to the first special figure game being newly held based on the occurrence of the first start winning. Also, the second hold display image is incremented by one in response to the second special figure game being newly held based on the occurrence of the second start winning.

  Next, the production control process will be described. FIG. 15 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 15, any of the processes in steps S171 to S175 described below is performed according to the value of the effect process flag (initially “0”) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Select and execute.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”.

  In this variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a change start designation command from the main board 11 has been received. Note that this determination may be made based on whether or not the change start designation command reception flag controlled in the command analysis process is in an ON state. For example, the reception confirmation of other commands may be performed based on the state of the reception flag corresponding to the command to be received. After each reception confirmation, each reception flag (including a change start designation command reception flag) may be turned off at an appropriate timing.

  When a variation start designation command is received (when the first or second variation start designation command reception flag is on), to start variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols in synchronization with the start of the special figure game Then, after the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1” which is a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process, the variable display start waiting process ends.

  If the variable start designation command has not been received, the variable display start waiting process is terminated as it is.

  The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the variable display start setting process.

  In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display result of the current variable display is “surprise big hit” (step S311). The variable display result may be specified based on the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and stored in the display result designation command storage area (the same applies hereinafter).

  In the case of “surprise big hit” (step S311; Yes), the final stop symbol is determined according to the current variable display fluctuation pattern (current fluctuation pattern) (step S312). The variation pattern may be specified based on the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area (the same applies hereinafter).

  In step S312, as shown in FIG. 17, when the current variation pattern is PC1-1 (in the case of non-reach), the non-reach chance number “1 2 3” is variably displayed for the decoration pattern to be executed this time. And the final stop symbol (definite small symbol, definite ornament symbol) of small symbol variable display. When the current variation pattern is PC3-2 (in the case of reach), the reach chance of “6 4 6” is determined as the final stop symbol (decision small) for the variable display of the decorative symbol and the variable symbol variable display to be executed this time. Design, fixed decoration design).

  After step S312, it is determined whether or not to use a special symbol as a confirmed decorative pattern composed of chances (whether or not the chance is a chance having a special symbol) (step S313). In step S313, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random value SR1 for determining whether or not to use the special symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random number SR1, the presence / absence of use of the special symbol is determined with reference to a special symbol usage determination table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121.

  In the special symbol usage decision table, for example, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value SR1 may be assigned to “with special symbol used” or “no special symbol used” as a decision result (each decision). Here, the range of the decision value assigned to the result is a range that realizes the decision ratio as shown in FIG.

  In the special symbol usage decision table, the effect control CPU 120 decides to use the special symbol when the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR3 extracted this time is “with special symbol used”. When the determined result is “no special symbol used”, it is determined that the special symbol is not used. As shown in FIG. 18, special symbols are often used in this embodiment.

  After step S313, the production control CPU 120 determines whether or not to use a special symbol in step S313 (step S314). If used (step S314; Yes), the chance of the decorative symbol determined in step S312 is determined. Among them, the process of replacing the “medium” decorative symbol with the special symbol is performed (step S315). This replacement is not performed for small symbols.

  When the confirmed decorative pattern is the reach chance, as shown in FIG. 19, among the determined decorative patterns (“6 4 6”) of the reach chance, the “medium” decorative pattern (here, “4”) is set to “ The process of replacing the “protrusion” character with a special symbolized logo is performed. When the confirmed decorative pattern is a non-reach chance eye, although not shown, among the final decorative symbols (“1 2 3”) made up of non-reach chance eyes, a “medium” decorative symbol (here, “2”) Is replaced with a special symbol (for example, the same symbol as FIG. 19B) in which the character of “protrusion” is converted into a logo. Here, the special symbol is also one of the decorative symbols, and the confirmed decorative symbol (the combination of decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed) after the replacement is also one of the chances at the time of suddenness.

  When the current variable display result is not “probable big hit” (step S311; No), the production control CPU 120 determines the final stop symbol according to the current variation pattern and the variable display result (step S316).

  For example, the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA2-1) corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the variation pattern is “non-reach” in which the decorative display variable display mode is not the reach mode. In some cases, the final stop symbol to be a non-reach combination is determined as a confirmed decorative symbol and a confirmed small symbol (the combination of symbols is common to small symbols and decorative symbols). The non-reach combination is different from the non-reach opportunity. When the variable display result is “losing” and the variation pattern is a reach variation pattern (PA3-2 to PA3-4) designating “reach”, the combination of the final stop symbol to be the reach-losing combination is determined and Determined as a confirmed small symbol (the combination of symbols is the same for small symbols and decorative symbols). The reach lose combination is different from the reach chance. When the variable display result is “probable big hit” and the fluctuation pattern is a reach fluctuation pattern (PB3-2 to PB3-4) designating “reach”, the final stop symbol that becomes the big hit combination is confirmed and confirmed. Decide as a small symbol (the combination of symbols is the same for small symbols and decorative symbols). In this embodiment, the big hit combination is “6 6 6”. Since the stop order of decorative symbols and small symbols is “Left” → “Right” → “Medium”, the “Left” and “Right” decorative symbols that are stopped in the reach state before reaching the reach-miss combination or reach chance are displayed. And the small symbol is “6” (see FIG. 28).

  The combination of each confirmed decorative symbol and the confirmed small symbol (especially the non-reach combination and the reach-losing combination) may be fixed, but is updated by a random counter for performance provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122. Using a random number value and a determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121, it may be determined at random from a predetermined decorative symbol and a predetermined small symbol (combination of stop symbols) prepared in advance.

  If no special symbol is used after step S315 or S316 (step S314; No), the production control CPU 120 specifies that the current variation pattern specifies the execution of reach (the variation pattern is PA3-2 to PA3-3). -4, PB3-2 to PB3-4, or PC3-2) is determined (step S323). If the current variation pattern designates the execution of reach (step S323; Yes), the presence / absence of execution of the decorative symbol display mode change effect is determined (step S324). The decorative symbol display mode change effect is an effect of changing the decorative symbol display mode. In this embodiment, the decorative symbol display mode change effect is an effect of changing the display mode by rotating the decorative symbol that is stopped (see FIG. 26). The decorative symbol display mode change effect is executed after the reach is established.

  In step S324, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating the random value SR2 for determining whether or not to execute the decorative symbol display mode change effect updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, based on the random value SR2, the presence / absence of execution of the decorative symbol display mode change effect is determined with reference to the decorative symbol display mode change effect execution determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121.

  In the decorative symbol display mode change effect execution determination table, for example, a numerical value (decision value) compared with the random value SR2 varies depending on whether the current variable display result is “big hit” or “lost”. It is only necessary to assign “executed” or “not executed” as the determination result in (here, a numerical range that realizes the determination ratio in FIG. 20).

  In the decorative design display mode change effect execution determination table, the effect control CPU 120 determines that the determination result assigned to the random value SR2 extracted this time according to the current variable display result is “executed”. Sometimes, it is determined that the decorative symbol display mode change effect is executed, and when the determination result assigned according to the current variable display result is “no execution”, it is determined that the decorative symbol display mode change effect is not executed.

  As shown in FIG. 20, the decorative symbol display mode change effect is easier to execute when the variable display result is “big hit” than the “losing”, and the decorative symbol display mode change effect is executed. When the performance is performed, the big hit expectation degree (expected degree of probability variation big hit) is higher than when the production is not executed.

  After step S324, or when the current variation pattern does not specify the execution of reach (step S323; No), setting of the effect control pattern reflecting the variation pattern, the gaming state, the determination result, the initial appearance, etc. Is performed (step S325). The gaming state may be specified by a high probability flag and a high base flag. The effect control pattern set here is, for example, a variable display or various effects (including reach effects) specified by the current variation pattern, executed in an effect mode (background, etc.) according to the game state, When the symbol display mode change effect is executed, this is a pattern that realizes the execution of the decorative symbol display mode change effect. The variable display designated by the current variation pattern is, for example, the currently set initial output (set in the processing described later, but immediately after turning on the power, the preset initial output is used. Variable display is started, and finally the final stop symbol determined above (if there is a replacement for a special symbol, the chance after the replacement) is derived. is there.

  After step S325, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, a timer value corresponding to the special figure change time corresponding to the current change pattern as an initial value in the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. (Step S326).

  Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative design and the small design in the image display device 5 (starting setting of effect operation control) is performed (step S327). At this time, for example, by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 based on the display control data included in the effect control pattern set as the use pattern in step S538, the image The variation of the decorative symbols is started from the initial appearance currently set in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the display device 5. Or start a small symbol variation (variation in each of “left”, “middle”, and “right”) from the initial appearance currently set in the small symbol display area 5K (at this time, Various effects and background display may also be started.)

  Thereafter, the display update setting for the hold display image is set (step S328). For example, when the first special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is received, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, so that the left area 5Ha of the display area 5H is transmitted. The leftmost first reserved display image is erased, and each of the other first reserved display images is shifted to the display position adjacent to the left (when there is one first reserved display image, only the first reserved display image is deleted) Is done.) For example, when the second special figure reserved memory number subtraction designation command is received, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, so that the right area 5Hb of the display area 5H is transmitted. The leftmost second reserved display image is erased, and each of the other second reserved display images is shifted to the display position adjacent to the left (when there is one second reserved display image, only the second reserved display image is erased) Is done.)

  Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the variable display in-process (step S329), and the variable display start setting process is ended.

  The variable display in-process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing during variable display.

  In the variable display processing, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time (special drawing change time) corresponding to the current change pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the effect control process timer, for example. (Step S551). As an example, in the process of step S551, the timer value of the effect control process timer is decremented by 1, and the data included in the effect control pattern associated with the process timer determination value that is the same value as the timer value decremented by 1 is the end code. It is determined whether or not the special figure fluctuation time has elapsed.

  If it is not the end code, that is, if the special figure fluctuation time has not elapsed (step S551; No), it is determined whether the current time is the small symbol emphasis display period (step S552). The period may be defined by an effect control pattern or the like. In this embodiment, there are a normal display mode and a highlighted display mode that makes a small symbol stand out as a display mode of a small symbol when it is fluctuating or stopped (see FIG. 25, etc.). ), The period is a period in which the display mode of the small symbols is displayed in the highlighted display mode. The small symbol emphasis display period is a period when it is difficult to confirm the decorative symbol or when it is difficult to confirm the small symbol, and specifically, the execution period of the decorative symbol display mode change effect (see FIG. 27. In this case, The decorative pattern display mode has changed and it is difficult to confirm the decorative pattern.), And the display area of the small or changing pattern and the display area of the decorative or changing pattern overlap. There is a period (see FIG. 27) in which a decorative design and a small design overlap. By highlighting the small symbols during these periods, the progress of variable display can be confirmed with the small symbols. Note that the small symbol emphasis display period is excluded from the super reach period (to make the super reach stand out, as will be described later) (see FIG. 27).

  When the present time is the small symbol emphasis display period (step S553; Yes), the presentation control CPU 120 displays a small symbol by, for example, transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Production operation control is performed to make the mode highlighted. In addition, during the period other than the small symbol emphasis display period, the effect control CPU 120 operates so as to display a small symbol that is changing or stopped in a normal display mode.

  After step S553, if the current time is not the small symbol emphasis display period (step S553; No), the CPU 120 for effect control changes the decorative symbol display mode for executing the decorative symbol display mode change effect (see FIG. 26). It is determined whether it is an effect execution period (step S554). The execution period may be defined by an effect control pattern or the like. When it is the execution period (step S554; Yes), the effect control CPU 120, for example, effect control execution data (display) for executing the decorative symbol display mode change effect included in the currently set effect control pattern. Control data, etc.) based on the presentation control execution data associated with the process timer determination value that is the same as the timer value of the presentation control process timer. An effect operation control for causing the image display device 5 to display an effect image (effect image that changes the display mode of the decorative pattern) by transmitting a control command or the like is performed (step S555). At this time, according to the production control execution data, a sound or sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a predetermined control signal (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and predetermined control to the lamp control board 14 is performed. It is also possible to perform effect operation control such that the game effect lamp 9 is turned on / off by the output of a signal (lighting signal). By repeating step S555 for each timer interruption, execution of the decorative symbol display mode change effect is realized.

  After step S555, when the present is not the decorative symbol display mode change effect execution period (step S554; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the present is the reach effect execution period (step S556). The execution period may be defined by an effect control pattern or the like. When it is the execution period (step S556; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 includes, for example, effect control execution data (display control data, audio) included in the currently set effect control pattern for executing the reach effect. Control data, lighting data, etc.) based on the presentation control execution data associated with the process timer determination value that is the same as the timer value of the presentation control process timer, for the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 An effect image (reach effect image) is displayed on the image display device 5 by transmitting a predetermined display control command or the like, or by outputting a predetermined control signal (sound effect signal) to the audio control board 13, the speaker 8L, Outputting sound and sound effects from 8R, outputting a predetermined control signal (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 Went and possible to perform the on / off driving such as more game effect lamp 9, performs the effect operation control for executing reach demonstration (step S557). By executing step S557 repeatedly for each timer interruption, execution of reach effect is realized.

After step S557, or when it is not the reach production execution period (step S556; No), the production control CPU 120 performs other production operation control (for example, decorative design or small design according to the production control pattern currently set). (Such as production control for performing variable display) is performed (step S558). After step S558, the variable display in-process is terminated.

  When the data corresponding to the timer value decremented by 1 in the process of step S551 is an end code, and the special figure variation time has elapsed from the start of the variable display of decorative symbols (also a special figure game) (step S551; Yes) ), It is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation designation command has been received (such as whether or not the corresponding reception flag is ON) (step S571). At this time, if the command is not received (step S571; No), the variable display in-process is terminated and waits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation designation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is performed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation designation command normally. It may be executed.

  When a symbol confirmation designation command is received in step S561 (when the corresponding reception flag is on) (step S571; Yes), for example, a predetermined display control command is issued to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display a final stop symbol that is a variable display result in variable display of decorative symbols and variable display of small symbols, such as transmitting the symbol (step S572). The final stop symbols are the finalized symbols determined in step S171 (the finalized symbols that are chances including special symbols when the special symbol replacement process is performed) and the finalized small symbols determined in step S171 (to special symbols). Is not replaced.) It should be noted that the control content of the derivation display only needs to be defined by, for example, the production control pattern. Also good. After step S572, a timer value corresponding to the hit start designation command reception waiting time is set in the effect control process timer or the like (step S573). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S574), and the variable display process is ended.

  Step S172 is repeatedly executed for each timer interruption, thereby realizing execution of various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols, variable display of small symbols, and reach effects (such as effects of FIGS. 26 to 29).

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a special figure waiting process.

  In the special figure waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command has been received (such as whether or not the corresponding reception flag is ON) (step S602). If it is determined that a hit start designation command has been received (such as when the corresponding reception flag is ON) (step S602; Yes), whether or not the current variable display result is “probable big hit”. Is determined (step S603).

  If the current variable display result is “probability big hit” (step S603; Yes), the execution setting for the big hit during stage according to the type of probability change is made (step S604). The big hit effect is an effect from the start of the fanfare to before the ending among the effects executed during the probable big hit game state. The hit effect during the big hit is an effect (fanfare) for notifying that the big hit game state has arrived, and whether or not a short time state is added in the subsequent game state (becoming a high-precision high-base or high-precision low-base) The battle production (see FIG. 29). In step S604, when the type of probability change in the current variable display result is “probability change A” (after that, when the high accuracy low base is reached), the teammate character eventually loses in the battle effect, and the time-saving state is set. If the execution setting of the big hit effect that informs that it is not attached is made and the probability variation type is “probability variation B” (when it becomes a high-accuracy base thereafter), the teammate character will eventually win in the battle performance. The execution setting of the big hit effect for notifying that the time-short state is attached is made.

  If the current variable display result is not “probable big hit” (step S603; No), the execution setting of the sudden hit big hit effect is set (step S605). The big hit effect is an effect from the start of the fanfare to before the ending among the effects executed during the big hit game state, and is an effect for notifying that the game state after this will be in a probable state.

  In the execution setting of the big hit effect in steps S604 and S605, for example, an effect control pattern for executing the big hit effect is set as a use pattern, and a timer according to the execution time of the effect control pattern set as the use pattern The initial value is set in the production control process timer.

  After steps S604 and S605, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”, and the waiting process per special figure is terminated.

  When it is determined that the winning start designation command has not yet been received (step S602; No), it is determined whether or not the waiting start designation command reception waiting time has elapsed (step S607). For example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the effect control process timer, and it is determined whether the timer value obtained by subtracting 1 is “0”, thereby determining the elapse of the waiting time.

  If the timer value after subtraction of 1 is not “0”, it means that the hit start designation command reception waiting time has not elapsed (step S607; No), and this process is terminated as it is.

  When the timer value after subtraction of 1 is “0”, the hit waiting designation command reception waiting time has elapsed (step S607; Yes), and the special figure display result in the special figure game is “lost”. The final stop symbol derived and displayed in step S572 (for example, the final stop symbol information is retained in the RAM 122 when the final stop symbol is determined or derived and displayed, and the final stop symbol is specified based on the retained information. Is set as the initial appearance of the variable display to be executed next time (used in step S325) (step S608), and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value (step S609), the process is terminated.

  Note that, in step S608, for example, the initial outcome is set by holding information on the final stop symbol in the RAM 122. In step S325, the initial outcome can be identified by referring to the stored information. The same applies to the setting of the initial appearance at other timings.

  The hitting process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”.

  In the hit process, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the timer value of the effect control process timer by 1, and among the data included in the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern, the same value as the timer value after decrementing by 1. Based on the production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, lighting data, etc.) associated with the process timer determination value, the production operation control (predetermined display control for the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123) Displaying the effect image on the image display device 5 by transmitting a command or the like, and outputting sound or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a predetermined control signal (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13. The game effect lamp 9 is turned on / off by the output of a predetermined control signal (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 Be made like. Performs hereinafter the same).

  In the hit process, it is further determined whether or not a hit end designation command has been received. If no hit end designation command has been received, the round process has not been completed, so the value of the production process flag is not updated. The process is terminated during the hit. Further, when the winning end designation command is received, all the round games are ended, and therefore the value of the effect process flag is “5” corresponding to step S175 in order to start execution of the ending effect. The process is updated to "" and the hit processing is terminated.

  At the time of the update, an effect control pattern for executing the ending is set as a use pattern, and a timer initial value corresponding to the execution time of the effect control pattern selected as the use pattern is set in the effect control process timer. The ending effect control pattern may be set in advance.

  For example, as an effect control pattern for ending at a big hit, an effect that performs an ending that results in a series of effects (an effect that informs that the game state will change into a promising state) after the big hit and the ending. Prepare a control pattern. For example, an effect control pattern for executing an ending for notifying that the jackpot gaming state is completed is prepared as an effect control pattern for the ending at the time of a probable big hit. It should be noted that the battle effect may continue until the ending period, and the result of the battle effect (whether or not the teammate character wins or loses (whether or not the short time state is attached)) may be notified (in this case, For example, the production control pattern of the probable big hit production may be one regardless of the type of probability change, and a plurality of ending production control patterns may be prepared and selected according to the type of probability change).

  By repeatedly executing step S174 (especially the above-described effect operation control) for each timer interruption, the execution of the big hit effect set to be executed in step S173 is realized.

  The ending process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the ending process.

  In the ending process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the ending execution period has elapsed (step S601). For example, the timer value of the production control process timer is decremented by 1, and it is determined whether or not the data included in the production control pattern that is associated with the process timer judgment value that is the same value as the 1 subtracted timer value is an end code. To determine whether the ending period has elapsed.

  If the data included in the effect control pattern is not an end code and the ending execution period has not elapsed (step S701; No), 1 of the data included in the effect control pattern set as the usage pattern is 1 Based on the production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, lighting data, etc.) associated with the process timer judgment value that is the same as the timer value after subtraction, the ending production operation control is performed ( Step S707), the process is terminated.

  When the data included in the effect control pattern is an end code and the ending execution period has elapsed (step S701; Yes), it is determined whether the current variable display result is “probable big hit” (step S702).

  When the variable display result is “probable big hit” (step S702; Yes), the output corresponding to the type of probability change of the variable display result is set as the initial output of variable display to be executed next (step S703). In step S703, when the big display type of the variable display result is “probability variation A” (when “probability variation A big success”), the CPU 120 for effect control sets “3 4 5” as the initial appearance and is variable. When the big hit type of the display result is “probability variation B” (when “probability variation B big hit”), “5 4 3” is set as the initial outcome (see FIG. 24).

  When the variable display result is not “probable big hit” (step S702; No), the final stop symbol derived and displayed in step S572 (for example, the final stop symbol information is stored in the RAM 122 when the final stop symbol is determined or displayed. The final stop symbol may be specified based on the stored information.) Is set as the initial appearance (used in step S325) of variable display to be executed next time (step S704).

  After step S703 or S704, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value (step S605), and this process is terminated.

  By repeatedly executing step S175 for each timer interruption, it is possible to execute the ending effect set to be executed in the hit process.

  In the above series of processing, when the value of the production process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value, one variable display or the like has been completed, so the production control process timer and various flag states Various data such as counters and counter values (those that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) may be reset as appropriate.

  It should be noted that the production in the game state of the big hit game (including the fanfare and the ending, and a series of productions informing that the game state after that becomes a probable change state) is short because the period of the game state itself is short. The production will end. This effect is executed when a “probable big hit” occurs in the non-probable change state, so that the player recognizes that the sudden change has occurred suddenly. As a result, the player recognizes that the change has continued. It should be noted that the performance in the case of the sudden hit big hit game state may be different depending on whether the game state at the time of occurrence of the “probable big hit” is a non-probable change state or a probable change state (for example, a high probability flag and a high base Specified by flag). When the game state at the time of occurrence of “probable big hit” is a non-probable change state, the effect at the sudden big hit game state is an effect that informs that the probability change state suddenly starts, and the game state at the time of occurrence of “probable big hit” When is in the probability change state, the effect in the sudden hit game state may be an effect for notifying that the probability change state continues.

  Next, an effect screen during variable display realized in this embodiment, an execution timing of the effect, and the like will be described with reference to FIGS. In addition, a downward bold line arrow in the display area of the image display device 5 in the figure indicates that the symbol is fluctuating (hereinafter, the same applies to other figures).

  With the start of the special figure game (the first special figure game in FIG. 25), variable display of decorative symbols and variable display of small symbols are started (FIG. 25A). Note that the decorative symbol and the small symbol that are changing (before stopping) may not be visually recognized because the change is fast, but basically the same symbol is used for each of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. Thereafter, the variable display of the decorative symbol and the variable display of the small symbol are executed in synchronization with each other (the speed of change and the stop timing are the same). Thereafter, when reach is established (FIG. 25B, here, reach of “6” is established for “left” and “right”), execution of normal reach is started (FIG. 27).

  After the start of normal reach, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L moves downward and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R moves upward as part of the reach production of normal reach. The left “decorative” pattern “6” moves downward, and the stopped “right” decorative symbol “6” moves upward (FIG. 25C). At this time, the small symbol does not move. At this time, since the stopped “right” decorative symbol “6” overlaps with the stopped “left” small symbol “6”, the small symbol is displayed in a highlighted manner and highlighted. (In FIG. 25C, the small symbols are highlighted in white in the figure). This overlapping period (superimposition period) is a small symbol emphasis display period, and at this time, the small symbols are highlighted (FIG. 27). After that, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R return to their original positions, and the stopped decorative symbols “6” also return to their original positions (FIG. 25D). At this time, the stopped “right” decorative symbol “6” does not overlap with the stopped “left” small symbol “6”, and the small symbol highlighting period ends, and the small symbol is It is displayed in the normal display mode (FIG. 27).

  Thereafter, the decorative symbol display mode changing effect is executed as part of the reach effect of the normal reach, and the stopped “left” and “right” decorative symbols “6” are rotated (FIG. 26E). At this time, the display mode of the small symbols does not change (remains non-rotated). When the decorative symbol display mode change effect starts, the small symbol highlighting period also starts, and at this time, the small symbols are highlighted (FIGS. 26E and 27). Thereafter, the normal reach evolves into the super reach, but the decorative symbol display mode change effect is continued until a predetermined timing (FIG. 26 (E), FIG. 27). However, with the development of super reach, the small symbol emphasis display period ends, and the small symbols are displayed in the normal display mode (FIGS. 26E and 27).

  If there is no development from normal reach to super reach, the decorative symbol display mode change effect ends during the execution period of normal reach.

  Next, the final stop symbol will be described with reference to FIG. After reaching reach at “6” (FIG. 28 (A)), the “medium” decorative symbols and small symbols stop. If the “medium” stopped symbol is “1”, the variable display result is “Lose” (FIG. 28B). If the “medium” stop symbol is “6”, the variable display result is “big hit” (FIG. 28C). If the “medium” stop symbol is “special” or “4”, the variable display result is “probable” (FIG. 28D or E). For example, the special symbol “cushion” may be displayed just before the decorative symbol “medium” stops and may be stopped and displayed. Or, the special symbol of “Push” changes to a special symbol of “Push” after “4” stops once or after the symbols that make up the loss such as “1” stop. May be displayed. Note that the special symbol of “push” is not used for small symbols. In the case of a big hit, a non-reach chance (“1 2 3”) may be derived.

  Next, battle effects, initial appearance, and the like will be described with reference to FIG. When “6” is arranged for “left”, “middle”, and “right” for the decorative symbol and the small symbol, “probable big hit” is obtained (FIG. 29A). At this time, it shifts to a probable big hit game state, and a battle effect is executed after the fanfare (FIG. 29B). In the battle effect, the teammate character C1 and the appropriate character C2 fight. When the “probability big hit” is “probability big hit”, the teammate C1 loses, and the production mode when the production mode from the next variable display is the high accuracy low base (for example, the background is for high accuracy low base) “3 4 5” for the low base is displayed as the initial appearance of the variable display that is executed first after the probable big hit gaming state (FIG. 29C), the decorative design and the small design Common). When the “probability big hit” is “probability big hit”, the teammate character C1 loses, and the production mode when the production mode from the next variable display is the high accuracy high base (for example, the background is for the high accuracy high base). )), “5 4 3” for high base is displayed as the initial appearance of the variable display that is executed first after the probable big hit gaming state (FIG. 29 (D), common to decorative symbols and small symbols) ). In other cases, the last stop symbol of the previous variable display is set as the initial appearance for each of the decorative symbol and the small symbol. When a special symbol is used, the final stop symbol before replacement with the special symbol may be used as the initial appearance.

  Next, the effect of this embodiment will be described.

  In this embodiment, by highlighting a small symbol in some cases, the visibility of the small symbol can be improved, and it is possible to easily confirm the small symbol appropriately. In particular, when a decorative symbol and a small symbol overlap, it may be difficult to see the small symbol (in this case, it is necessary to make it easy to confirm the small symbol), but by highlighting, the small symbol can be easily seen. (Easy to check small designs). In addition, if the display mode is changed by rotating the decorative symbol by the decorative symbol display mode changing effect, it is difficult to confirm what the stopped decorative symbol or the fluctuating decorative symbol is. However, in this case, in order to check the progress of variable display (which symbol is stopped, what is the stopped symbol, etc.), in this case, it is necessary to make it easy to check the small symbol.) By highlighting, it is easy to draw attention to small symbols and make it easier to see small symbols (easy to check small symbols). In this case, the progress of the variable display (here, the progress of the variable display of the decorative design and the progress of the variable display of the small design) can be easily confirmed by the variable display of the small design. In this way, it is easy to confirm small symbols appropriately when it is necessary to make it easier to confirm small symbols (when it is difficult to see small symbols or when it is difficult to confirm variable display with decorative symbols). can do. In addition, even if the decorative symbol display mode change effect is executed, the small symbol display mode is not changed, so the variable display progresses by the variable display of the small symbols (in this case, the variable symbol variable display and the small symbol variable display) Progress). Also, during super reach, even if the decorative symbol display mode change effect is being executed, the player concentrates on super reach and does not highlight small symbols. As a result, it is possible to prevent the effect of super reach from being reduced by the highlighting of small symbols.

  In this embodiment, when the chance of accuracy is the final stop symbol, a special symbol is used only for the final stop symbol (decorative symbol) of the decorative symbol, and a special symbol is used for the final stop symbol (definite small symbol) of the small symbol. Since the symbol is not used, the processing for displaying the special symbol is not necessary for the chance of the small symbol, so the processing load is reduced. In particular, in the above embodiment, the chance is decided once, and then the decoration symbol is replaced with a special symbol, but the special symbol is not used for the final stop symbol (determined small symbol) of the small symbol. Thus, since it is not necessary to execute the process of replacing the small symbols with special symbols, the processing load is reduced.

  In this embodiment, the final stop symbol (definite decoration symbol or definite small symbol) at the time of “probable big hit” and the first after the effect (such as battle production) executed in the probable big hit gaming state by the “probable big hit” A variable display (that is, a variable display to be executed next after the occurrence of “probable big hit” time) and an initial appearance at the start (the initial appearance of each of the decorative design and the small design) are combined with different designs (“6 6 “3 4 5” or “5 4 3” for “6”, so that the final stop pattern “6 6 6” (ie, 1 If the initial appearance is more appropriate than when the final decorative display or the finalized small symbol is displayed in the previous variable display ("6 6 6" is the initial output, for example, the previous variable display Is not appropriate because it drags Viewing the appearance is improved. In particular, starting with “6 6 6”, the player may find that the subsequent gaming state is more advantageous for the player. In such a case, there is no problem if the subsequent gaming state is a highly accurate and high base, but if the subsequent gaming state is a highly accurate and low base and a short time state is not applied, the player may be discouraged. However, this discouragement can be suppressed by using a different combination of the final stop symbol at the time of “probable big hit” and the initial appearance of the next variable display (the initial appearance is appropriate) , You can get a good look that can suppress discouragement, and the appearance of variable display will improve.) This is particularly true when the confirmed decorative symbol or the confirmed small symbol in the previous variable display becomes “7 7 7”, which is generally recognized as a good symbol combination.

  In this embodiment, the initial output at the start of the first variable display (ie, the variable display to be executed next after the occurrence of “probability big hit”) after the production executed in the probability variation big hit gaming state (such as battle production). The eye (the initial appearance of each of the decorative design and small design) is a combination of different designs depending on whether it is a high base or a low base (“3 4 5” for low base, “5 4 3” for high base) Therefore, the initial appearance is appropriate and the variable display looks better than when the initial appearance is common. In particular, if the initial outcome is common, the player misunderstands that the subsequent gaming state is a highly accurate and low base and the short state is not attached, but the subsequent gaming state is a highly accurate and low base. However, as described above, by using a combination of different symbols depending on whether the initial appearance is high base or low base, the occurrence of such misperception can be suppressed (the initial appearance becomes appropriate). And the appearance that can suppress the occurrence of misidentification can be obtained, and the appearance of variable display is improved.)

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In the above-described embodiment, with the above configuration, a game machine that performs a game (for example, pachinko game machine 1 or the like), and a decoration variable display execution unit that performs variable display of decoration identification information (for example, a decorative symbol or the like) ( For example, the CPU 120 for effect control that executes variable display of decorative symbols in step S172) and the variable of reduced identification information (for example, small symbols) smaller than the decorative identification information corresponding to the variable display of decorative identification information. A gaming machine is provided that includes reduced variable display execution means for executing display (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control that executes variable display of small symbols in step S172).

  In the above-described embodiment, the decoration identification information is a digitized figure (decorative pattern), but may be an alphabet, symbol, character, or the like. Each decoration identification information may be an image or the like that can distinguish (identify) itself from other decoration identification information. The decoration identification information is, for example, information indicating information such as numbers, alphabets, symbols, characters, subsequent game progress, and effects executed thereafter. The decoration identification information indicating the progress of the subsequent game includes, for example, a special symbol indicating that the game is to be reached, and the special symbol indicating the “surprise”. The decoration identification information indicating the effect executed thereafter includes, for example, a special symbol indicating that re-variation is performed by a pseudo-ream (an effect in which the symbol is temporarily stopped and varied again).

  In the variable display of the decoration identification information, the plurality of decoration identification information basically varies, and the display result is derived and displayed. The decoration identification information derived as the display result may be the decoration identification information displayed during the change (for example, symbols “1” to “9”). It may be decoration identification information that newly appears at the timing of derivation of the result or the stop (including temporary stop) of the decoration identification information before derivation of the final display result (the special symbol corresponds to this).

  In the above-described embodiment, the reduced identification information is obtained by reducing the decoration identification information (decorative design) (small design), but the reduced identification information may not be completely reduced. For example, one piece of reduced identification information indicates the same information as the information indicated by one piece of decoration identification information (numerals, alphabets, symbols, characters, subsequent game progress, and subsequent effects), but the reduced identification information. May be designed in a manner different from the design of the decoration identification information. As described above, one piece of reduced identification information may correspond to one piece of decoration identification information. When there are a plurality of displayable pieces of reduced identification information and decoration identification information, each of the reduced identification information and each piece of decoration identification information may not correspond one-to-one. For example, at least some of the reduced identification information and at least some of the decoration identification information only need to correspond one-to-one. Note that the variable reduction identification information and the decoration identification information may correspond one to one.

  The variable display of the reduced identification information only needs to be executed in response to the variable display of the decoration identification information. For example, both are executed so as to correspond on the production control side (production control board 12 side). I just need it. For example, both variable displays only need to be executed correspondingly on the effect screen, and need only correspond visually. In the above description, both variable display is executed on the image display device 5, but both variable display may be executed on a plurality of screens displayed on a plurality of image display devices (for example, variable display of decoration identification information). Is performed on the main screen, and variable display of the reduced identification information is performed on the sub screen). Both variable displays are, for example, variable display and decoration of reduced identification information so that the progress of variable display (in particular, at least start of variable display, establishment of reach, end of variable display) can be confirmed in addition to the variable display of the special figure. The variable display of the identification information may be executed. For example, both variable displays may be executed at the same time and start and end may be at the same timing. In addition, variable display of reduced identification information is executed at a plurality of locations (in the above-mentioned areas “left”, “middle”, and “right”), and variable display of decoration identification information is also performed at a plurality of locations (variable display of reduced identification information). When executed in the same number of locations as the display locations (“Left”, “Middle”, and “Right” areas in the above), each variable location corresponds to each location, and the stop timing of the identification information is the same. It is good that it is time. For example, when there is a temporary stop in the variable display of the decoration identification information, the change may be continued as it is without the temporary stop in the variable display of the reduced identification information. The variable display of the reduced identification information may be, for example, as long as a plurality of reduced identification information fluctuates and a display result is derived and displayed, but one reduced identification information may be changed (decorative identification). The information is the same.) The reduced identification information derived as the display result may be reduced identification information (for example, symbols “1” to “9”) displayed during the change, or not displayed during the change. Reduced identification information that newly appears at the timing of derivation of the result and the stop (including provisional stop) of the reduced identification information before the final display result is derived (this is a special symbol for small symbols described later). There may be.

  In the above embodiment, during the execution of the special figure game, the variable display of the small symbols (reduction identification information) and the variable display of the decoration symbols (decoration identification information) are always displayed (FIG. 30A). )), Variable display of small symbols (reduced identification information) is displayed as necessary (FIG. 30B), or small symbols are variablely displayed when variable display of decorative symbols (reduced identification information) is not displayed. Or may be displayed (FIG. 30C). As an example of FIG. 30C, for example, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed in a reduced manner in accordance with execution of super reach or the like, the variable display of the decorative symbol displayed in a reduced size corresponds to the variable display of the small symbol. To do. It should be noted that at least one of the variable display of the decorative design (reduction identification information) and the variable display of the small design (reduction identification information) is preferably displayed.

  In the above-described embodiment, the reduced variable display executing means, according to the above configuration, displays the reduced identification information in a normal display mode (for example, a normal display mode) and a special display mode that is easier to visually recognize than the normal display mode ( For example, it can be displayed in any one of the highlighted display modes (for example, see FIGS. 25 to 26).

  The special display mode is, for example, a mode in which the reduced identification information blinks, a mode in which the reduced identification information shines, or a color of the reduced identification information that stands out from the normal display mode (for example, red) in addition to the above white A mode, a mode different from the normal display mode, a mode in which the reduced identification information is not surrounded by a frame in the normal display mode, a mode in which the reduced identification information is surrounded by a frame, a mode in which the reduced identification information is underlined, a reduced size Any mode may be used as long as it is more easily noticeable by the player than the normal mode such as a mode in which the identification information is enlarged (however, it is smaller than the decoration identification information). The special display mode only needs to be such that the reduced identification information is easier to visually recognize than the normal display mode during the period of the special display mode. For example, when the reduced identification information and the decoration identification information are usually the same color, and when the reduced identification information is made to stand out by making the reduced identification information in another color when overlapping (when superimposed), the reduced identification information and the decoration identification Even if the other color is less conspicuous than the normal color when the identification information is not superimposed, the other color becomes a special display mode. The reduced identification information may be displayed in a highlighted manner, for example, when the reduced identification information is difficult to see due to other effects or when it is difficult to confirm the progress of variable display using the decoration identification information.

  Note that the reduced identification information displayed in the normal mode or the special display mode may be either reduced (including temporarily stopped) reduced identification information or changing reduced identification information. Note that there may be a case where the reduced identification information being changed cannot be visually recognized. At this time, for example, at least the reduced identification information that can be visually recognized may be displayed in the normal display mode or the special display mode. The reduced variable display execution means may variably display the reduced identification information in a display mode different from the normal mode and the special display mode.

  According to the configuration, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately. The reduced symbol may be in a special display mode during a period other than the small symbol emphasis display period as in the above embodiment. In the above embodiment, when it is necessary to make it easy to confirm the small symbol by the highlighted display mode (when it is difficult to see the small symbol or when it is difficult to confirm the progress of the variable display with the decorative symbol), the small symbol is appropriately displayed. It can be made easier to check.

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, the specific suggestion production | presentation means (for example, super reach production etc.) which suggests whether it is controlled by the said structure to the advantageous state advantageous to a player according to the said structure (for example, the effect of a super reach). For example, the reduction control display execution means displays the reduction identification information in the normal display mode during the execution of the specific suggestion effect. (For example, see FIG. 26).

  The specific suggestion effect may be a notice effect, a look-ahead effect, a step-up notice, etc. in addition to a super reach effect.

  According to the above configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect of the specific suggestion effect from being prevented by the reduced identification information. In particular, a plurality of types of specific suggestion effects having different jackpot expectations (possibly in a specific state advantageous to the player) are prepared, and reduced identification information is normally displayed during execution of a specific suggestion effect with a high jackpot expectation level. During the execution of the specific suggestion effect that is displayed in a mode and the expectation degree of jackpot is low, the reduced identification information may be displayed in the special display mode. Since the specific suggestion effect with a high degree of big hit expectation is to be particularly noticed by the player, such a configuration can effectively prevent the effect of the specific suggestion effect from being hindered.

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, the said decoration variable display execution means can change the display mode of decoration identification information with the said structure (for example, the effect which performs a decoration design display mode change effect by step S172). The reduction variable display executing means maintains the reduced identification information display mode even if the decoration identification information display mode changes (for example, see FIG. 26).

  As a mode of changing the display mode of the decoration identification information, the decoration identification information is displayed three-dimensionally, changed to a deep image, rotated, translucent, illuminated, or an image of the decoration identification information There is a mode in which effect processing is applied.

  According to the above configuration, since the display mode of the reduced identification information is not changed with the change of the display mode of the decoration identification information, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately. In the above embodiment, when the display mode of the decoration identification information is changed (during the execution of the decoration symbol display mode change effect), the reduced identification information is displayed in a special display mode so that the variable display of the reduced identification information is performed. Make it easy to check. Note that the effects described above are particularly difficult to visually recognize the decoration identification information as compared with the normal display mode due to a change in the display mode of the decoration identification information (for example, confirming the information indicated by the decoration identification information). It is effective when it becomes difficult.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, with the above configuration, the decoration identification information, the reduced variable display execution unit displays the reduced identification information in the special display mode when the decoration identification information and the reduced identification information are displayed superimposed on each other. (For example, see FIG. 25).

  According to the configuration, it is possible to easily confirm the reduced identification information appropriately. The superimposition includes both superimposing a part of the decoration identification information and a part of the reduced identification information and superimposing all the reduced identification information on the decoration identification information.

  In the above-described embodiment, the decoration variable display executing means can stop display of special identification information (for example, a special symbol) by the above configuration (for example, include a special symbol as a definite decorative symbol in step S172). When the special identification information is not stopped and displayed in correspondence with the special identification information when the special identification information is stopped and displayed. The reduced identification information that is stopped and displayed is stopped and displayed (see, for example, FIG. 28) (see also step S315 and the like).

  The special identification information is stopped and displayed as in the above-described embodiment, so that some result (big hit occurrence, sudden occurrence, sudden (short time) occurrence), mode transition, reach occurrence, pseudo continuous Execution, etc.), or by displaying multiple stops, some result (big hit occurrence, sudden occurrence, sudden occurrence (short sudden time) occurrence, mode transition, reach occurrence, pseudo continuous Or the like, the progress of the subsequent game, such as the execution of the game, the information of the effect executed thereafter, etc.). The special identification information may or may not be included in the decorative identification information being changed. As described above, the special identification information is not displayed during the change, but is displayed at the display result derivation timing or at the stop timing (including temporary stop) of the reduced identification information before derivation of the final display result. It may be. The special identification information may be a kind of decoration identification information or a kind of reduced identification information.

  The stop display includes a temporary stop. Temporary stop is, for example, the change of decorative symbols and small symbols during variable display from the start of variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols to the display of fixed decorative symbols and fixed small symbols that result in variable display. The speed is “0”, the decorative symbol or small symbol is stopped and displayed, and for example, a display state in which slight shaking or expansion / contraction occurs is obtained. For example, a temporary stop (also referred to as a temporary stop display) is a game in which the display result in variable display is not displayed deterministically, but the variation of decorative symbols and small symbols due to scroll display and update display is not progressing. It is to make a person recognize. Note that the temporary stop may include displaying a decorative symbol or a small symbol completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

  According to the said structure, the burden of the process regarding the display of reduction | decrease identification information can be reduced. For example, the special symbol replacement process for small symbols can be eliminated, and the data for special symbols for small symbols can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, the special symbol is replaced after determining the chance eye, but the chance including the special symbol may be determined as the final stop symbol from the beginning (in this case, Separately, the chances of small symbols are determined.The symbols other than special symbols should correspond to small symbols and decorative symbols.)

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, the said structure WHEREIN: Replacement means which replaces the decoration identification information stopped displayed in the variable display of decoration identification information with the said special identification information (For example, CPU120 for effect control which performs the process of step S315) And the reduced variable display execution means stops displaying the reduced identification information corresponding to the decoration identification information before replacement when the special identification information is stopped and displayed (for example, see FIG. 28). It will be. Note that the timing for replacing the special identification information may be the timing for deriving and displaying the variable display result.

  According to this configuration, even when the special identification information is stopped, the reduced identification information can be displayed by the same processing as usual.

  The decoration variable display executing means can stop and display special identification information (for example, a special symbol) (for example, effect control for deriving and displaying a chance eye including the special identification information as a confirmed decorative symbol in step S172). CPU 120), the reduced variable display executing means, when the special identification information is stopped and displayed, special identification information corresponding to the special identification information and having a lower degree of decoration than the special identification information (for example, small identification information). A special symbol for symbols, etc.) may be stopped and displayed (for example, see FIG. 31).

  For example, special symbols for small symbols (those with a low degree of decoration) are prepared, and the small symbols may be replaced in step S315. When using a special symbol, the chance to use the special symbol may be determined as the final stop symbol from the beginning for the small symbol and the decorative symbol. For example, at the time of displaying a special symbol, a special symbol for a decorative symbol (a symbol decorated with a “protrusion”) and a special symbol for a small symbol (a symbol for “protrusion”) (both “ In the middle position), they are displayed in correspondence with each other (see FIG. 30).

  For example, the special identification information and the special identification information indicate the same information. For example, both of them may indicate information such as numbers, alphabets, symbols, characters, progress of subsequent games, and effects executed thereafter.

  The degree of decoration may be the complexity of the image of the identification information (the number of colors, the complexity of the lines constituting the pattern, the fineness of the pattern constituting the pattern, etc.) (for example, the special identification information is The degree of decoration may be lower than that of the special identification information due to the simpler configuration than the special identification information. In particular, the special identification information has only to be able to reduce the difficulty of grasping the contents of the image when the degree of decoration is low, for example, when the image is small (for example, the image is too fine to be crushed).

  According to the said structure, since the decoration degree of special identification information was made low, it can suppress that special identification information becomes difficult to see. In particular, if the special identification information is reduced as it is, the processing burden (the burden of the reduction process) increases, or the image is too fine and collapses, making it difficult to grasp the contents of the image (special identification information is difficult to see). Although inconvenience arises, such inconvenience can be prevented by using special identification information.

  In addition, a specific effect executing means for executing a specific effect (for example, a special symbol display effect or the like) targeted for the special identification information is further provided, and the specific effect for the special identification information is not performed (for example, FIG. 32). See)). According to this configuration, it is possible to prevent execution of useless effects.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 32, immediately before displaying the special symbol for the decorative symbol (after temporarily stopping the chance eye, FIG. 32 (A)), the frame portion E of the special symbol (FIG. 32 (B)). May be displayed and a special symbol display effect may be executed to indicate whether or not a special symbol is displayed. If the special symbol display effect is successful, the special symbol is finally displayed (FIG. 32C), and if it is unsuccessful, a normal decorative symbol is displayed (FIG. 32D). When the special symbol display effect is successful, a special symbol for a small symbol is also displayed, but the special symbol display effect does not ask whether or not a special symbol for a small symbol is displayed. Since the small symbols are small, the degree of attention is low even if a special symbol display effect for small symbols is executed. For this reason, it is possible to prevent useless effects from being executed by not executing the special symbol display effects for small symbols as in the above configuration.

  The specific effect may be an effect that suggests whether or not special identification information is displayed.

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, it is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.) which plays a game with the said structure, Comprising: Variable display of decoration identification information (for example, decoration design etc.) is performed in each of several places. Decoration variable display execution means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for variably displaying decoration symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in step S172) and a predetermined effect A gaming machine is configured to include predetermined effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes a battle effect in step S172) that executes (for example, a battle effect) (explanation of each configuration). , See above).

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, with the above-described configuration, the predetermined effect execution means causes the specific combination of decoration identification information (for example, a definite decoration to be a jackpot combination) as a display result of variable display of the decoration identification information at each of a plurality of locations. The predetermined effect is executed when the symbol or the like is stopped and displayed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the battle effect in step S174), and the decoration variable display execution means is different from the specific combination. The combination of identification information is displayed at the start of variable display of decoration identification information at each of the plurality of locations executed after the predetermined effect (see, for example, FIG. 29).

  The specific combination includes a combination of jackpot combinations, a special symbol such as the special symbol described above, various chances (opportunities at the time of chance, chances to be stopped by pre-reading effects, pseudo It may be a chance at the time of re-variation of the train). The stop display includes a temporary stop.

  The predetermined effect may be an effect that is executed when the decoration identification information of a specific combination is stopped and displayed, and may be various effects according to the specific combination. For example, in the case of a chance that includes a special image with a specific combination of “clash”, the predetermined effect is an effect in a game state with a sudden hit. If the specific combination is an opportunity to be stopped by the pre-reading effect, the predetermined effect is an effect executed after the chance stop and before the next variable display. If the specific combination is the chance at the time of re-variation of the pseudo-ream, the predetermined effect is an effect that is executed after the chance is stopped and before the start of re-change.

  According to this configuration, since the combination of the decoration identification information at the start of variable display is different from the combination that is stopped and displayed in the variable display before the predetermined effect, the initial appearance at the start of variable display can be made appropriate (for example, It is possible to make the player recognize that the variable display for starting execution is separated from the variable display before the predetermined effect), and the appearance of the variable display can be improved.

  The above can also be said for small symbols (the decoration identification information may be applied to small symbols).

  Moreover, in the said embodiment, it is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.) which plays a game with the said structure, Comprising: Variable display of decoration identification information (for example, decoration design etc.) is performed in each of several places. Decoration variable display execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that variably displays decoration symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in step S172) and predetermined conditions Based on the establishment of (for example, occurrence of “probability big hit”), a first gaming state (for example, a non-time-short state) and a second gaming state (for example, a time-short state) different from the first gaming state A game state control means that can be controlled to any one of the above (for example, the CPU 103 that turns on / off the time flag depending on the type of jackpot in step S117), On the basis of this, a gaming machine is provided that includes predetermined effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes a battle effect in step S172) for executing a predetermined effect (for example, a battle effect) (each component) See above for a description).

  Further, in the above embodiment, according to the above configuration, the decoration variable display executing means can determine whether the gaming state after the predetermined effect is the first gaming state or the second gaming state. The combination of the decoration identification information at the start of variable display of the decoration identification information at each of the plurality of locations executed after the predetermined effect is varied (for example, see FIG. 29).

  One of the first gaming state and the second gaming state may be a probability variation state and the other may be a non-probability variation state (in this case, a big hit that is a probability variation state and a big hit that is not a probability variation state may be prepared). Each of the first gaming state and the second gaming state is, for example, a combination of one or more states of a high probability state, a low probability state, a low base state, and a high base state (in the case of a plurality of states) Can be any combination of states that can be combined, high accuracy high base, low accuracy high base, high accuracy low base, low accuracy low base, etc., and any gaming state different from each other (for example, If necessary, you can prepare a jackpot type that will be in the gaming state.) Further, for example, the difference between the first gaming state and the second gaming state may be that the period (maximum number of executable variable displays that can be executed) in which the probability change and / or the time reduction continues is different (the duration period is different). You only need to prepare different types of big hits.) The predetermined effects may be various effects depending on what conditions the predetermined condition is in addition to the effects at the time of the big hit. For example, the predetermined effect may be a falling lottery effect that asks whether or not the probability variation state or the short time state ends.

  FIG. 33 shows an effect example when the establishment of the predetermined condition is the occurrence of “surprise big hit” and the predetermined effect is an effect executed when the game is in the big hit game state. In the example of FIG. 33, as the accuracy, accuracy A with no time reduction and accuracy B with time reduction are prepared. After the chances of surprise are stopped and displayed (FIG. 33 (A)), as the effects that are executed in the case of the sudden hit game state, the effect mode in the high base state and the effect mode in the low base state A mode transition effect for notifying which of the modes is to be shifted is executed (FIG. 33B). Then, different outcomes are displayed as initial outcomes of the next variable display depending on whether the big hit type is the accuracy A or the accuracy B (that is, whether the subsequent gaming state is the high accuracy high base or the high accuracy low base) (FIG. 33 ( C), (D))

  According to this configuration, since the combination of decoration identification information at the start of variable display is changed according to the gaming state, the initial appearance at the start of variable display can be made appropriate, and misidentification of the gaming state due to the initial appearance can be suppressed. Thus, the appearance of the variable display of the decoration identification information can be improved.

  The above can also be said for small symbols (the decoration identification information may be applied to small symbols).

  Note that, as shown in FIG. 33, the reduced variable display executing means executes variable display of reduced identification information at each of a plurality of locations, and a combination of reduced identification information that is stopped when the special identification information is stopped and displayed. A combination of different reduced identification information is displayed at the start of variable display of reduced identification information at each of the plurality of locations that is executed after the special identification information is stopped and displayed (see, for example, FIG. 33). Thus, as in the case of the decoration identification information, a decrease in appearance can be suppressed.

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The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not have all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment and the like, and the one described in the above-described embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. The structure of the part may be provided. Below, the modification of the said embodiment is shown. You may combine at least one part about each of the following modification.

(Modification 1)
The variable display (simply variable display) of the identification information (special drawing, decorative design, small design, general drawing, etc.) includes that the identification information blinks. For example, in special drawings and ordinary drawings, a pattern in which all segments are turned off and one pattern in which at least some segments are turned on (for example, a lost pattern) are alternately included in the variable display of identification information ( In this case, the one pattern (for example, a lost symbol) appears to blink). In addition, variable display may be performed by blinking decorative symbols and ordinary symbols. Further, the identification information variably displayed in the variable display and the identification information as the variable display result may be different. For example, the display of one horizontal bar (“−”) blinks as a variable display of a special figure or an ordinary figure, and the other display (“7” if “big hit”, Deriving and displaying “1” or the like if “lost” is included in the variable display of the identification information. For example, a decorative pattern other than the scrolled decorative pattern may be a confirmed decorative pattern. Note that, in one variable display, an aspect in which identification information that was not displayed in the initial predetermined period is displayed after the predetermined period has been included in the variable information variable display. The gaming machine only needs to perform variable display, for example.

(Modification 2)
Multiple jackpot combinations and various chances may be prepared. When determining the final stop symbol, in addition to determining the combination in a lump, each stop symbol such as when losing may be determined randomly.

(Modification 3)
In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the change pattern indicating the change mode, such as the change time, the type of reach effect, and the presence or absence of pseudo-continuous, one change pattern command is used when starting change. Although an example of transmission is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control board 12 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. before reaching reach (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach 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 board 12 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 the two commands, and the effect control board 12 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.

(Modification 4)
In addition, the image display operation in the image display device for executing the device configuration and data configuration of the gaming machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the sound output operation in the speaker, and the lighting operation in the game effect lamp and the decoration LED Various production operations including the above can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the gist of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings, and is scored based on the occurrence of winnings by enclosing gaming media It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives

  The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to a computer device included in the gaming machine such as the pachinko gaming machine 1. Alternatively, it may be distributed in a pre-installed manner in a storage device such as a computer device. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Ordinary winning ball device 6B ... Ordinary variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Audio control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A, 22B ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 100... Game control microcomputer 101, 121... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine for playing games,
Decoration variable display executing means for executing variable display of decoration identification information;
Corresponding to variable display of decoration identification information, reduced variable display execution means for executing variable display of reduced identification information smaller than the decoration identification information,
The reduced variable display executing means can display reduced identification information in either a normal display mode or a special display mode that is easier to visually recognize than the normal display mode.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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