JP2016168082A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of improving the expectation of a player properly.SOLUTION: A game machine capable of being controlled into an advantageous state advantageous for a player, comprises: first display means and second display means; specific performance executing means capable of executing a specific performance, in which an image displayed by the second display means moves to the first display means; reservation memory means for storing a variable display not started yet, as reservation information; decision means for deciding whether or not control is made into an advantageous state; and notice performance executing means for executing a notice performance over a plurality of times of variable display before the variable display to be decided is executed, in response to the decision by the decision means. The specific performance executing means executes the specific performance when the notice performance is executed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 34

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area and a start condition is satisfied, a plurality of types of identification are made. Information is variably displayed on the variable display device (hereinafter also referred to as “variable” or “variable display”), and whether or not a predetermined game value is given is determined according to the display result. There is a pachinko machine that has improved In such a pachinko gaming machine, when the stop symbol form when the variable display of the display symbol in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes the specific display aspect, the player is in an advantageous state (big hit game state). For example, a pachinko gaming machine that has been in a big hit gaming state has a special electric accessory called a big prize opening or an attacker opened, and a state in which it is extremely easy for a player to win a game ball continuously for a certain period of time. provide.

  As such a gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that performs a notice effect for moving an image displayed on the sub liquid crystal to the main liquid crystal in a state where the sub liquid crystal is moved near the front center of the main liquid crystal (for example, Patent Documents). 1).

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  However, the notice effect disclosed in Patent Document 1 is used when the variable display is in a reach state as an effect that merely tells whether or not it will be a big hit, and there is a possibility that the player's expectation cannot be improved suitably. .

  The present invention has been made in view of the above situation, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine capable of suitably improving a player's expectation.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention provides:
A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) that can be controlled in an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to a player,
First display means (for example, image display device 5) and second display means (for example, sub image display device 5S);
Specific effect execution means (for example, step S854 of the specific effect control process shown in FIG. 33) capable of executing the specific effect executed in such a manner that the image displayed on the second display means moves to the first display means. CPU 120 for effect control to execute
Hold storage means for storing variable display that has not yet been started as hold information (for example, a first start winning command buffer or a second start winning command buffer);
Determining means for determining whether or not to be controlled to the advantageous state (for example, the CPU 103 or the like for executing the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 8);
In accordance with the determination by the determination means, the notice effect execution means for executing the notice effect over a plurality of variable displays before the variable display subjected to the determination is executed (for example, the pre-reading notice effect setting shown in FIG. 25) Production control CPU 120 for executing the process),
The specific effect execution means executes the specific effect when the notice effect is executed (for example, the specific effect is executed when the pre-read notice effect is executed),
It is characterized by that.

  According to such a structure, the expectation with respect to a specific effect can be improved.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
The notice effect is executed after the variable display is temporarily stopped in a temporary stop mode (for example, prefetch chance eyes).
The specific effect execution means executes the specific effect using at least a part of the images constituting the temporary stop mode (for example, one of the decorative symbols constituting the look-ahead chance eye).
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  According to such a structure, since the image which comprises a temporary stop aspect moves, a production effect can be improved.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The second display means includes
It is provided so as to be operable (for example, as shown in FIGS. 33D and 34E to 34G, the sub image display device 5S is movable in the vertical direction).
When the specific effect is executed, the identification information image (for example, a decorative design or the like) displayed on the second display unit operates in a direction to move to the first display unit (for example, FIG. 33D). As shown in FIGS. 34E to 34F, the sub image display device 5S moves in accordance with the direction in which the decorative symbols displayed on the sub image display device 5S move to the image display device 5). ,
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  According to such a configuration, since the operation of the second display unit is executed in accordance with the movement of the image, it is possible to improve the effect.

(4) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (3),
The identification information image can be variably displayed in a plurality of display areas in the first display means (for example, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5). Variable display of decorative designs)
After the stop identification information image based on the combination of the identification information images is displayed in the plurality of display areas, the specific effect executing means displays at least a part of the identification information image constituting the stop identification information image as the second display means. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 33 (D) and 34 (E) to 34 (G)), the decorative pattern displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed as a sub-image display. Such as being replaced with a decorative pattern moved from the device 5S),
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  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the expectation after the stop identification information image is displayed.

(5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4),
Special effect execution means for executing a special effect that suggests that it is controlled in the advantageous state (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing a continuous specific effect);
Reliability notification means (for example, continuous specific effect control means shown in FIG. 39) that performs reliability notification that allows the player to recognize the possibility of being controlled to the advantageous state based on the execution of the special effect. For effect control CPU 120 that executes step S964), and
The special effect execution means executes the special effect at least in the first display means,
The reliability notification means executes the reliability notification in the first display means, restricts the reliability notification in the first display means after a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of execution of the reliability notification, and 2 The notification of reliability is executed in the display means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for executing step S967 of the continuous specific effect control means shown in FIG. 39).
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  According to such a configuration, the reliability display can be executed in a recognizable manner without interfering with the special effect.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the present embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows examples, such as various control boards mounted in the pachinko gaming machine. 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 random number values MR1-3. 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 random value determination process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table and 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 fluctuation pattern determination table according to a variable display result. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a figure which shows the example of a structure, such as a command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the effect control command received by the effect control board side, and the processing content performed in a command analysis process according to the received effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a pending | holding display setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a prefetch notice effect execution decision table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the prefetch notice effect aspect determination pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a prefetch chance eye corresponding | compatible table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the prefetch chance eye determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the prefetch chance eye determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prefetch notice effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production setting process during variable display. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the pseudo | simulation continuous production | presentation aspect pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the pseudo | simulation consecutive chance correspondence table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the pseudo | simulation continuous chance eye determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific production | presentation setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of specific production control processing. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a prefetch notice effect and a specific effect are performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a prefetch notice effect and a specific effect are performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a pseudo | simulation continuous effect and a specific effect are performed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a continuous specific production | presentation setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural examples, such as a button repeated impact effect result mode determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a continuous specific production | presentation control process. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a continuous specific effect is performed during a reach effect. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a continuous specific effect is performed in a reach state. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a continuous specific effect is performed in a reach state.

  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). Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”) that are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be identified are displayed variably (variably displayed). 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. Thereafter, the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special figure game. The confirmed special symbol may be different from the special symbol displayed during variable display.

  The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are limited to those composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns (a pattern in which all LEDs are appropriately turned off may be included as a lighting pattern) in which a combination of an LED to be turned on and a light to be turned off in a 7-segment LED are different from each other What is necessary is just to be preset as a special symbol. Hereinafter, 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 also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2, and a sub-image display device 5S having a display area smaller than that of the image display device 5 is provided below the image display device 5. The image display device 5 and the sub image display device 5S are composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and form a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified are variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  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. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. Note that the confirmed decorative design may be different from the decorative design displayed during variable display. For example, a decorative pattern other than the scrolled decorative pattern may be a confirmed decorative pattern. In addition, each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas can be moved within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. Also good.

  As described above, on the screen of the image display device 5, the special symbol game (also referred to as the first special symbol game) using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronism with the special figure game using the second special figure (also referred to as the second special figure game), a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be distinguished from each other is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is displayed. Derived display (or simply referred to as “derivation”). Note that, for example, various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols are derived and displayed by stopping display of identification information such as decorative symbols (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display) and terminating variable display. is there. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern until the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, the variation speed of the decorative pattern becomes “0”, The symbol may be stopped and displayed, and for example, a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction may occur. Such a display state is also called a temporary stop display, and although the display result in the variable display is not displayed deterministically, the player can recognize that the variation of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display is not progressing. It becomes. The temporary stop display may include displaying the decorative symbols completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a first hold display unit 5HL, a second hold display unit 5HR, and an active display unit AHA are arranged. The 1st reservation display part 5HL displays the 1st special figure reservation memory number so that identification is possible. The number of first special figure hold memory is the number of variable display hold corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The 2nd reservation display part 5HR displays the 2nd special figure reservation memory number so that identification is possible. The second special figure holding memory number is the variable display holding number corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The variable display suspension corresponding to the special game is such that the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. It occurs based on the start winning by doing. That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing a variable display game such as a special figure game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition that allows the start of the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Done.

  For example, when a first start prize that causes a game ball to pass (enter) the first start prize opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A (first start condition) ) Is satisfied, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding storage number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, when the second start winning that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition) ) Is established, if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not established, the second special figure holding memory number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the hold data (holding memory) is digested, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the second When the execution of the special figure game using the special figure is started, the hold data (hold memory) is digested, and the second special figure hold memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement). If the first special figure holding storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”) when the first start winning is generated, the first starting condition is not satisfied, and the start winning is determined. The special figure game based on it may be invalidated and only the payout of prize balls may be performed. Also, if the second special figure holding storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”) when the second start winning is generated, the second starting condition is not satisfied, and the start winning is determined. The special figure game based on it may be invalidated and only the payout of prize balls may be performed.

  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. , A concept including the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number while excluding the total reserved memory number).

  In the first hold display section 5HL, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. The first hold display unit 5HL only needs to be configured so that the first hold display is performed right-justified, for example. The first hold display section 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to “4” which is the upper limit value of the first special figure hold memory number, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the right end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holds of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display part 5HL, the hold on the first hold display part 5HL At the rightmost display portion corresponding to the number “1”, a new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented first special figure hold memory number. If there is another first hold display in the first hold display portion 5HL, a new first hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other first hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display section 5HL, and when a special figure game using the first special figure is started due to establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display section 5HL While deleting (digesting) the first hold display in the rightmost display portion corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the first hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display area.

  In the second hold display section 5HR, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. The second hold display unit 5HR may be configured to perform the second hold display with left justification, for example. The second hold display portion 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit value “4” of the second special figure hold memory number, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the left end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holdings of the special figure game using the second special figure increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second holding display in the second holding display part 5HR, the holding in the second holding display part 5HR At the leftmost display portion corresponding to the number “1”, a new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented second special figure hold memory number. If there is another second hold display in the second hold display portion 5HR, a new second hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of second hold indications in the second hold display portion 5HR, when a special game using the second special drawing is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display portion 5HR While deleting (digesting) the second hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the second hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display area.

  The active display unit AHA displays the same effect image as the hold display or a different effect image corresponding to the variable display being executed. The display in the active display section AHA is referred to as active display (also referred to as variable display compatible display, digestion display, or current display). In the active display unit AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special game using the first special figure when the first start condition is established, the first display unit 5HL erased (digested) the first special game. 1 Active display corresponding to the hold display is performed. Further, in the active display area AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special figure game using the second special figure by the establishment of the second start condition, the active display part AHA is erased (digested) in the second hold display part 5HR. The active display corresponding to the second hold display is performed. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display only need to have colors and patterns in common. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display or the second hold display. It may be. Further, the display mode of the active display may be changed to a display mode different from the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect.

  In the display area of the sub-image display device 5S shown in FIG. 1, an active display unit AHA is arranged between the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR. On the other hand, the active display unit AHA is not limited to the one arranged between the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, and is arranged at an arbitrary position in the display area of the image display device 5. It only has to be. Further, the arrangement of the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR can be arbitrarily changed. For example, the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR may be replaced with each other.

  In addition to the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR, or instead of the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR, a display device for displaying the number of special figure hold memories may be provided. Good. In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, the number of special figure hold memories can be specified at the top of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B for displaying are provided. 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, for example, 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, four LEDs are included. 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, for example, a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. (Ordinary electric accessory) is provided and a second start winning opening is formed.

  As an example, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. ) Make it open. Note that the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter the second start winning opening, while the expanded opening state when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. Alternatively, the game ball may be configured to be difficult to pass (enter). Thus, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has the first variable state (passing (entry) easy state) such as an open state or an enlarged open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second start winning port, and the game ball. Can be changed to a second variable state (a state in which passage (entry) is difficult (including impossibility of passage (entry))) such as a closed state in which passage (entry) is impossible or a normal open state in which passage (entry) is difficult Has been. The first variable state may be a state in which the game ball is easier to pass (enter) the second start winning opening than the second variable state.

  The 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 shown in FIG. 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 shown in FIG. 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. 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. If so, the second start condition is satisfied.

  The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that directly pays out game balls that are prize balls, or may be one that gives a score corresponding to the number of game balls that are prize balls.

  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 special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  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. In addition, 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 passed (entered) into the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball 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, the gaming ball passes through another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening ( More prize balls are paid out than when entering. Therefore, if the special prize winning device 7 is opened, the game ball can pass (enter) into the special prize opening, which is an advantageous first state for 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 a prize ball by passing (entering) the game ball to the special prize winning port. The second state is more disadvantageous to the player.

  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 diagram” or “ordinary diagram”) that is identification information is displayed variably (variably displayed). 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. For example, the reserved display 25C is configured to include four LEDs, and is formed in a game area such that a pass gate 41 (a game ball can be passed by a predetermined member). 2 shows the number of ordinary reserved memories as the number of effective passing balls that have passed (detected by two gate switches 21).

  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, there is a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member. It may be provided. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls 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 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. . 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.

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

  A controller sensor unit 35A including a tilt direction sensor unit that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the lower pan body or the like below the stick controller 31A. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit includes two transmissive photosensors (parallel sensors) arranged in parallel to the board surface of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation pole when viewed from the player side facing the pachinko gaming machine 1. And a pair of transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pairs) arranged perpendicularly to the surface of the game board 2 on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player side. What is necessary is just to be comprised including the photo sensor.

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

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with 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. 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, and a touch sensor board are arranged 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 lighting / extinguishing 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 and the second special symbol. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as control of variable display of the figure, or control of normal symbol variable display by the normal symbol display 20 by turning on / off / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20 It also has a function to control. 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 takes in detection signals (detection signals indicating that the passage or entry of game media has been detected (the switch is turned on)) from various switches for detecting game balls, and the game control microcomputer 100. Transmit to. 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. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the electrical parts for production such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 performs all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and all or one of the on / off operations in the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED. A function of causing the electrical component for production to execute a predetermined production operation.

  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, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED A lamp driver circuit or the like that performs lighting / extinguishing driving (lighting / extinguishing according to the drive content indicated by the electrical signal) is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. 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. Also, the main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control, such as the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20. The main board 11 is connected to a wiring for transmitting a solenoid drive signal for driving the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door.

  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 electrical signal. All the presentation control commands have, for example, a 2-byte structure, 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 microcomputer. Random Access Memory (RAM) 102 that provides a work area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a game control program to perform control operations, and updates numeric data that represents random numbers independently of the CPU 103 And a random number circuit 104 that performs an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

  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 example). 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.

  Note that the one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs 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 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.

  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 in the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 so as to be rewritable. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply board. That is, for example, even if there is a power failure or the like, the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (even if there is a so-called power interruption), the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply supplies the power. Until it is disabled, some or all of the contents of RAM 102 are preserved. In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as a special symbol process flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data stored in the backup RAM and backed up in this way is appropriately referred to as backup data.

  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. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting from the push sensor 35B an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the user's operation action has been detected is also connected.

  In the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, it is possible to count numerical data indicating random values for determining various effects such as a random number for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of decorative symbols, and a random value for determining a notice effect. Controlled.

  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) associated with a determination value such as a process timer determination value. Control data, sound control data, lamp control data, etc.) and process data including an end code.

  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. Since the RAM 122 is not a backup RAM, the stored data is lost when power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (that is, when there is a power interruption).

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on a display control command or the like from the effect control CPU 120 (for example, the display control unit 123 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 by this command), and the image The control content of the display operation in the display device 5 is determined and executed. For example, the display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to perform variable display of decorative symbols and various types of effect display by determining the switching timing of the effect image to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Control. 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), an LCD drive circuit, and 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.

  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 for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. Port. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a sound effect signal transmitted to the audio control board 13, an electric decoration signal transmitted to the lamp control board 14, etc. Is output.

  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, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED via the lamp control board 14 and the like. Various effects are executed by performing lighting / extinguishing driving at, or displaying effect images in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. The game value given in the gaming machine is directly payout of a game ball to be a prize ball or a score equivalent to this. The record information of the game balls and the score corresponding to the number of the game balls may be any value that can be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes according to the quantity. Alternatively, these game balls and score recording information may not be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes, but may have valuable value that can be used for a second game on a gaming machine.

  In addition, the gaming value that can be given in the gaming machine is not limited to paying out a gaming ball as a winning ball or giving a score. For example, it is controlled to a big hit gaming state or a special gaming state such as a probability change state. The maximum number of rounds that can be executed in the big hit gaming state becomes the first round number (for example, “15”) that is larger than the second round number (for example, “2”), and is executed in the short-time state. The upper limit number of possible variable displays is a first number (for example, “100”) larger than the second number (for example, “50”), and the big hit probability in the probability variation state is the second probability (for example, 1/50). Higher than the first probability (for example, 1/20), and the number of consecutive chunks, which is the number of times of repeated control to the big hit gaming state without being controlled to the normal state, is the second consecutive number of chunks (for example, “5 More than First communication Chang number (e.g., "10"), such as part or all of it to be, it may include be a more favorable game situation for the player.

  As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hit ball is 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 launch device. When the game ball that has flowed down the game area enters the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is detected by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. (The first start port switch 22A is turned on) or the like is satisfied. Thereafter, for example, a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state has ended. Be started.

  Further, when the game ball passes (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 shown in FIG. (The second start port switch 22B is turned on) or the like 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 game or the big hit game state, the special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is performed. Be started. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the normally open state or closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to pass (enter) the second starting winning opening.

  Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2 (the gate switch 21 is turned on), the normal symbol display 20 performs variable display of the normal symbol. The usual starting condition for this is established. After that, for example, based on the fact that the general symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is satisfied, the general symbol game on the normal symbol display device 20 is started. . In this ordinary game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When a predetermined time elapses, closing control or normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed. Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is set as “predetermined per symbol” as the predetermined specific display result is determined when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol display 20 or the like. Is determined (predetermined) before derivation display.

  When a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is started or when a special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B is started, a special game is started. It is determined (predetermined) whether or not the variable display result of the symbol is to be a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, the variation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result and the variation pattern is the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 shown in FIG. To the effect control board 12.

  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 has elapsed, a fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result is displayed. Derived and displayed. Corresponding to the variable display of special symbols by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, decorations of “left”, “middle”, and “right” arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is variably displayed. In the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, a fixed special that results in variable display of the special symbol When the symbol is derived and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on the image display device 5.

  When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) becomes “big jackpot” (specific display result), and the specific gaming state is advantageous for the player. It is controlled to the big hit gaming 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, the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) is “lost” (non-specific display result).

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “3” and “7” is a jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating the 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. And, in the period until a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a winning ball is generated, the grand prize opening is continuously opened. A round game (simply called “round”) 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 grand 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 awarded as the prize ball for each detection. To be paid out. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, “15”) is reached.

  When the variable display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change” 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 becomes “non-probable”, and when a jackpot symbol indicating the number “7” is derived and displayed The type is “probable change”. When the jackpot type is “probability change” or “non-probability change”, as a round game in the big hit game state, the special variable winning ball device 7 is in a first state (a big prize opening is in an open state) advantageous to the player. The normal opening round in which the upper limit time to be a predetermined time (for example, a first period such as 29 seconds) is executed a predetermined number of times such as 15 rounds (15 times). Note that the big hit gaming state based on “big hit” when the big hit type is “non-probable change” is referred to as “non-probable big hit game state”. Also, the big hit gaming state based on “big hit” when the big hit type is “probable change” is referred to as “probability big hit game state”.

  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 may be controlled to a short state when it becomes shorter than the normal state. The short-time state is a short-time end of either one of a predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, 100 times) variable display (special game) being executed and the next big hit game state being started. It is controlled to continue until the condition is satisfied first. Note that the remaining number of executions of variable display (such as a special figure game) until the time-shutdown condition is satisfied may be referred to as a time-save remaining number. The short-time state and the probability variation state are also advantageous for the player.

  In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the non-probability big hit gaming state is ended becomes a short-time state but does not become a probable variation state. In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation big hit gaming state is a short time state and a probability variation state.

  The normal state is a game state other than a state advantageous to the player, such as a specific game state such as a big hit game state, a short-time state, or a probability change state. The probability of “per figure” and the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game will be “big hit” is a predetermined state after the power is turned on (for example, when a system reset is performed as in the case of a system reset). This is the same control as when the return process is not executed.

  In the short time state, the normally variable winning ball device 6B is placed in the first variable state (open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening than in the non-short time state that is not in the short time state such as the normal state. Alternatively, the state is changed between an enlarged open state and a second variable state (closed state or normal open state). For example, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol change time (normal diagram change time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is “general”. Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the probability of “per figure” is higher than that in the normal state, and the variable display result is “per figure”. By making the control longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts more than in the normal state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is changed to the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode. Just do it. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. Thus, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high opening control (also referred to as “time-short control” or “high base control”). Is done. 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.

  Time-short states are also referred to as “high base state”, “high base”, etc., and game states that are not time-short states are also referred to as “low base state”, “low base”, “non-time-short state”, “non-time-short state”, etc. Is called. 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 probability high base state”, “low probability high base”, or the like. The gaming state when the probability change state is not the short-time state is also referred to as “highly accurate low base state”, “highly accurate low base”, or the like. The state that cannot be in 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, a special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of any one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R In (variable display period), the decorative symbol variable display mode may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established).

  Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative design that has not yet been stopped when the decorative design that is stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination ("reach variation design"). Is also 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. 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). The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “middle”) that has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) constituting the predetermined jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. In the decorative pattern display area 5C, etc.), or in all or part of the display pattern in which the decorative pattern fluctuates, or in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right” This is a display mode in which symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination.

  During the variable display of the decorative design, a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a background image is displayed, An effect of reproducing and displaying different moving images is executed. These effects are called effects during variable display together with variable display of decorative symbols. That is, the variable display effect is an effect by an image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in accordance with the variable display of the special symbol, and is a concept including the variable symbol display itself. Making the variable display mode a reach mode is one of the effects during variable display. In the variable display effect, in addition to the effect by the image (including the variable display of the decorative pattern itself) displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 along with the variable display of the special symbol, the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition, effects such as lighting operation (flashing operation) in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 may be included.

  In the variable display effect, a reach effect may be executed. The reach effect is executed in response to the reach mode. Reach effects can be achieved by reducing the fluctuating speed of the decorative pattern, displaying a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern on the screen of the image display device 5, or changing the display mode of the background image. It is an effect that performs an effect operation different from that before reaching the reach mode, by playing a video that is different from the decorative pattern, or by changing the change mode of the decorative pattern. The reach effect includes not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included. In the present embodiment, normal reach, super reach A, super reach B, and full rotation reach that have different production modes are prepared as reach effects.

  In addition, during the variable display of decorative symbols, unlike the reach effect, the variable display of decorative symbols can indicate the possibility that the variable display status of decorative symbols will reach the reach state and the variable display result may be a “hit”. There may be a case where a variable display effect for notifying the player is executed depending on the mode or the like. As an example, it is only necessary that the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect can be executed during decorative display of the decorative design. It is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect in response to the change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side.

  In the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being satisfied once. Before the final determined decorative symbol is derived and displayed, the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The effect display in which the decorative symbols are changed again (pseudo continuous change) in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times). The number of quasi-continuous fluctuations is displayed for the left, middle, and right decorative symbols, excluding the first variation after all decorative symbols are temporarily suspended after the decorative symbol variable display starts. This is the number of times that the decorative symbols re-variate in all of the areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As an example, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, a plurality of predetermined pseudo-ream chances of special combinations are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. A decorative symbol that is one of the various types of lost combinations is displayed temporarily. In the temporary stop display, while the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol is displayed to the player by, for example, performing a fluctuation display or changing the decorative symbol again immediately after stopping for a short time. What is necessary is just to alert | report that the decoration design which is not decided. Alternatively, even in the temporary stop display, the decorative symbol may be re-fluctuated after the decorative symbol is stopped to such an extent that the player recognizes that the decorative symbol once displayed is confirmed.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, for example, as the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations) increases, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” increases. Thus, the player can recognize that the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is performed by displaying the pseudo-continuous chance temporarily stopped, and the variable display result is increased as the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations increases. The expectation of becoming a “big hit” is enhanced. In the present embodiment, the first start condition or the second start condition is established once by performing the pseudo continuous change (re-change) once or twice in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative design has been started 2 to 3 times in succession. Note that the number of pseudo continuous fluctuations (revariations) in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect may be, for example, four times or five times.

  When the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed, a re-change effect such as a related display effect is executed along with a plurality of variable displays including the initial change (pseudo-continuous change). Also good. As an example, a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image may be displayed on the image display device 5 during the period of each variable display (including the initial change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. Further, for example, the most variable effect may be executed by performing an arbitrary effect operation such as sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  In addition to “pseudo ream”, variable display effects using variable display operation of decorative symbols include, for example, “slip”, “development chance eyes”, “end of development chance eyes”, “after chance eye stop” Various presentation operations such as “slip” may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of “sliding”, “variable” of “left”, “middle”, “right” from the start of variable display of the decorative symbol to the display of the definite decorative symbol that is the variable display result is displayed. After changing the decorative symbols in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a single or a plurality of decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) are displayed. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols, a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) of the decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” decorative symbols are displayed). By changing the decorative design again after changing the decorative design again in one or both of the area 5L and the “right” decorative design display area 5R), an effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  In the variable display effect of “Development Opportunity”, the decoration of “Left”, “Middle”, and “Right” from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern to the display of the fixed decorative pattern that results in the variable display. In all of the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols constituting the development chances included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, and then the decorative symbol variable display state is set as the reach state. Reach production begins. On the other hand, in the variable display effect of “end of development opportunity”, after variable display of decorative symbols is started, all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed. Then, an effect display is performed in which a decorative pattern having a predetermined combination as an opportunity for development is derived and displayed as a confirmed decorative pattern. In the variable display effect of “slip after the chance stop”, as with the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, after the variable display of the decorative pattern is started, the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols of the lost combinations (special combinations) that are the pseudo-continuous chances in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, Unlike the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect that changes the decorative symbols again in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols are changed again in some of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. By doing so, an effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  During variable display of decorative patterns, unlike variable display effects such as reach effects or “pseudo-continuous”, for example, a predetermined effect image is displayed, a message image or voice output is displayed. There is a possibility that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state due to an effect operation different from the symbol variable display operation, that a reach effect by super reach may be executed, and the variable display result is `` A notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that there is a possibility of being a “hit”.

  The effect operation as the notice effect is the variable display mode of the decorative symbols after the decorative symbol variable display is started in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is only necessary to be executed (started) prior to the reach mode (before the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). In addition, the notice effect that notifies that there is a possibility that the variable display result may be a “hit” may include one that is executed after the decorative symbol variable display mode becomes the reach mode. In this way, the notice effect can be a big hit gaming state at a predetermined timing from the start of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols until the fixed special symbols and fixed decorative symbols that result in variable display are derived. Anything that can give notice of sex is acceptable. A plurality of notice patterns are prepared in advance corresponding to the contents of the effect operation (effect mode) when such a notice effect is executed.

  The notice effect includes a pre-read notice effect (also referred to as a pre-read effect). The pre-reading notice effect indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” according to the production mode before the variable display that is subject to notice (the notice target) is the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit”. It is a notice effect that can be announced in advance. In particular, a pre-reading notice effect that continuously gives notice over a variable display of decorative symbols that is executed a plurality of times in response to a plurality of special drawing games is also referred to as a continuous notice effect. In the pre-reading notice effect, before the variable display subject to the notice is started, for example, the possibility that the variable display result may be a “hit” based on the reserved memory of the special figure game due to the occurrence of the start winning prize, etc. A production operation is started. In contrast to the pre-reading notice effect, the notice effect that is executed after the variable display to be noticed is started is referred to as a single notice effect (also referred to as a single notice, a variable notice, or a variable indication notice effect). Is done.

  As an example of the single notice effect, the display of the effect image on the active display section AHA may be changed to a display mode different from the display mode in the normal state, thereby causing a “big hit” in the variable display satisfying the start condition, etc. A notice effect of “active display change” is announced. More specifically, the display color in the active display unit AHA is changed to a specific color (for example, any one of yellow, blue, red, etc.) different from a predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state, thereby enabling variable display. What is necessary is just to be able to alert | report that a possibility that a result will be a "hit" is higher than usual. In addition, by making the icon displayed on the active display section AHA a specific icon different from the round solid plain at the normal time, for example, a message such as “?”, “Chance”, “hot” is notified. It suffices if it is possible to suggest the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit”. In addition, the icon displayed on the active display section AHA includes an icon for notifying that a message such as “NEXT” is notified and that the pseudo continuous variation in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect is executed. Also good. The notice effect of “active display change” is also referred to as an active display change effect.

  In addition, when the display mode of the hold display is changed, an effect that suggests that the display mode changes may be executed. When the action effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display changes as a result of the action effect. The action effect may include an arbitrary effect operation such as a sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  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, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 executing such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt process includes, for example, a switch process, a main side error process, an information output process, a game random number update process, a special symbol process process, a normal symbol process process, and a command control process. A process for controlling the progress of the game is included. 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 (for example, 2 milliseconds) 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 for determining for each switch whether or not it is in an ON state (that is, whether or not a game ball has entered or passed).

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

  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 the special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern. It only has to be included (see FIG. 6). 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 number MR2 for determining the big hit type is a random value used to determine the big hit type as “probable change” or “non-probable change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. It can take any value from “100” 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 “900”.

  In the special symbol process, 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 the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special symbol game is set as a big hit. Determination of whether or not to control the game state, determination of variation pattern, control of display operation in the special symbol display device 4 based on the determination result (execution of special game), special variable winning ball device 7 in the big hit gaming state In order to perform the opening / closing operation setting (execution of round game or short-term opening control) of the special prize opening in the predetermined procedure, various processes are selected and executed. Although the details of the special symbol process will be described later, by executing the special symbol process every time a timer interrupt occurs, the variable display result and the variation pattern are determined, the special symbol game is executed based on the determination, and the jackpot gaming state Etc. are realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, when it is determined in the switch process that the gate switch 21 is turned on), the number of holds reaches the upper limit. If there is not, hold storage of the usual game (for example, extract a random value and store it in the RAM 102), or use the hold memory (random number stored in the RAM 102) to determine the variable display result of the usual game. Or, the variation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the normal game is determined, or the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display device 20 is controlled according to the variation pattern, thereby variably displaying the normal symbol. When the variable display result is executed to display and display the variable display result of the usual game, or the variable display result is per universal figure, the first variable variable winning ball device 6B is opened. Or performs the process to change state. By executing the normal symbol process process every time the timer interrupt occurs, the execution of the normal game, the first variable state of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B at the time of the normal game, etc. are realized.

  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.

  After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  Here, main effect control commands transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by the command control process will be described with reference to FIG. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) for designating a variation pattern of a decorative symbol variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to variable display of a special symbol. In the present embodiment, a variation pattern designation command corresponding to each variation pattern is set. For example, a unique number (variation pattern number) is assigned to each variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “01” in the case of the variation pattern PA1-1). . The variation pattern designation command is also a command for designating the start of variation of decorative symbols.

  The command 8A01 (H) is an effect control command (first start opening winning designation command) for designating that the first starting winning is generated due to the game medium entering the first starting winning opening. The command 8A02 (H) is an effect control command (second start opening winning designation command) for designating that the second starting winning is generated due to the game medium entering the second start winning opening. The first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start opening prize designation command.

  Command 8CXX (H) is an effect control command (display result designation command) for designating whether or not to make a big hit and a big hit type (that is, a variable display result). In the present embodiment, a display result designation command corresponding to each display result is set. For example, a unique number is assigned to each display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “00” in the case of “losing”, “ In the case of “big hit”, “01”).

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first variation start designation command) that designates the start of variable display (variation) of the first special symbol. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second variation start designation command) for designating the start of variable display (variation) of the second special symbol. 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 symbol or to start variable display of the second special symbol may be included in a later-described variation pattern determination result designation command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design confirmation designation command) for designating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbols is terminated and the display result (stopped symbols) is derived and displayed.

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (game state designation command) for designating a game state. In the present embodiment, a game state designation command corresponding to each game state is set. For example, when the gaming state is a normal state (low probability low base), “XX” is set to “00”. For example, when the gaming state is a high probability low base state, “XX” is set to “01”. For example, when the gaming state is a high-accuracy high-base state, “XX” is set to “02”.

  The command A000 (H) is an effect control command (a jackpot start designation command) that designates the start of a jackpot gaming state (start of fanfare). The fanfare is an effect that is executed at the start of the big hit gaming state and notifies that the big hit gaming state has been entered.

  Command A300 (H) is an effect control command (hit end designation command) for designating the end of the big hit gaming state (start of ending). Note that the ending is an effect for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state, which is executed at the end of the big hit gaming state.

  Command C1XX (H) is an effect control command (first special figure reserved memory number designation command) for designating the first special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the first special figure reservation storage number. Command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number designation command) for designating the second special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the second special figure reservation storage number. The first special figure reserved memory number designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number designation command may be collectively referred to as a special figure pending memory number designation command.

  Command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (design determination result designation command) for designating a display result among the determination results at the time of starting winning. Command C5XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern determination result designation command) for designating a variation pattern among the determination results at the time of starting winning. In the present embodiment, random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted when the first start winning or the second starting winning occurs in the process of step S101 described later. The variable display corresponding to the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 can be changed based on the random values MR1 and MR3 of the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 before the variable display start condition is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the display result is “big hit” and the variable display variation pattern (see FIG. 12). The determination at the time of starting winning means these determinations, and is executed in the winning random number determination process in step S213. Note that this determination may not be performed in a predetermined case. A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) about the display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the symbol designation command (for example, in the case of “no determination”) “01” for “00”, “losing”, “02” for “big hit”, etc.). A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) regarding the variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command (for example, “no determination”). "00" in the case, "11" in the case of "PA1-1", "12" in the case of "PA1-2", etc.).

  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). When it is determined in the switch process that the first start port switch 22A is on, for example, because the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the CPU 103 displays the first special drawing. It is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number, which is the reserved memory number of the used special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 stores the first 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 (such as a game control counter setting unit). It suffices if the first special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading the special figure reserved memory number count value. When it is determined in step S202 that the first special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value (step S202; No), the CPU 103 stores a start-up buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102. The starting port buffer value, which is a value, is set to “1” (step S203).

  When it is determined in step S201 that the first start-up switch 22A is off (step S201; No), or when it is determined in step S202 that the first special figure reserved memory number has reached the upper limit. In (Step S202; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is on ( Step S204). If it is determined in the switch process that the second start port switch 22B is on, for example, because the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; Yes), the CPU 103 displays the second special drawing. It is determined whether or not the second special figure reserved memory number, which is the reserved memory number of the used special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 stores the second stored value of the second special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the second special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102. It suffices if the second special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading the special figure reserved memory number count value. When it is determined in step S205 that the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value (step S205; No), the CPU 103 sets the start port buffer value to “2” (step S206). When it is determined that the second start port switch 22B is not on (step S204; No), or when it is determined that the second special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the CPU 103 The start winning determination process is terminated.

  After executing either of the processes of step S203 or S206, the CPU 103 updates the special figure reserved memory number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value to be incremented 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 count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). Also, the second special figure reserved memory count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), 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). The CPU 103, for example, from among the numerical data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a big hit Numerical data (see FIG. 6) indicating the random number MR2 for determining the type and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. The CPU 103 stores the numerical data indicating the random number values extracted in this way as reserved data by setting it at the beginning of the empty entry in the special figure storage unit corresponding to the starting 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. At this time, when the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 can control the first hold indicator 25A and specify the first special figure hold memory number added by one. May be displayed on the first hold indicator 25A (for example, the number of lighted LEDs is increased by one). 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. 7A is not started yet, 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. On-hold data of a special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. For 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. Is stored as random data MR1 for determining the special figure display result, random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc., as reserved data. The data is stored until a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) is reached. Thus, the hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the first special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes stored information.

  Note that the hold number in the first special figure hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled on the effect control board 12 side) basically correspond to each other. For this reason, when the hold data is stored in the first special figure hold storage unit, the hold display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the hold number associated with the hold data. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “1”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the leftmost first display position of the first hold display portion 5HL. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “2”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the second display position on the right side of the first display position of the first hold display portion 5HL. To do.

  The second special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 7B is 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. The reserved data of the special game (not shown special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. The second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, for example, based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball. Is stored as random data MR1 for determining the special figure display result, random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the like, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 and the like. Until the upper limit value (for example, “4”) is reached. Thus, the hold data stored in the second special figure holding storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the second special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes stored information.

  Note that the hold number in the second special figure hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled on the effect control board 12 side) basically correspond to each other. For this reason, when the hold data is stored in the second special figure hold storage unit, the hold display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the hold number associated with the hold data. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “1”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the leftmost first display position of the second hold display portion 5HR. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “2”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the second display position on the right side of the first display position of the second hold display portion 5HR. To do.

  After executing the process of step S210, the CPU 103 performs a setting for transmitting a start opening prize designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S211). Thereafter, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting a reserved memory number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S212).

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 executes a winning random number determination process (step S213). As described above, the winning random number determination process is a process for determining the start winning prize, and based on the random values MR1 and MR3 among the random values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209, This is a process of determining whether or not the variable display result of the variable display to be executed is “big hit” and the variation pattern of the variable display (see FIG. 12). Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S214). At this time, if it is determined that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S214; “2”), the CPU 103 clears the starting port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0” ( Step S215), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the start port buffer value is “1” (step S214; “1”), the CPU 103 clears the start port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0”. (Step S216), the process proceeds to step S204. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect an effective winning of a game ball at the same time, it is possible to reliably complete the processing based on the detection of both effective starting winnings.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the winning random number determination process executed in step S213 shown in FIG. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, the special symbol display result is controlled as a “hit” in the special symbol normal process (step S110 shown in FIG. 4), which will be described later. A decision is made whether to do so. In addition, in a variation pattern setting process (step S111 shown in FIG. 4) to be described later, a variation pattern corresponding to the decorative symbol variable display mode is determined. In the winning random number determination process, apart from these determinations, the game ball is extracted at the start winning timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). What is the variation pattern of the variable display of the random display (determination of whether or not the variable display result of the variable display to be executed of the random number (the random value extracted in the process of step S209) is “big hit”) and the decorative pattern variable display Such as so-called “look ahead”. As a result, the special figure display result is “big hit” before the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started (before the special game start condition is established). And a rough variable display mode (fluctuation pattern) of the decorative design is predicted, and based on the prediction result, the display mode of the hold display symbol is determined by the CPU 120 for effect control on the effect control board 12 side. can do.

  In the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 8, first, the CPU 103, for example, a time reduction flag (a flag that is turned on in the time reduction state) provided in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102, The current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified by confirming the state of the probability variation flag (the flag that is turned on when the probability variation state) (step S301). The CPU 103 checks whether or not the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state by checking the value of a special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a gaming control flag control unit) of the RAM 102. Is identified. For example, when the value of the special figure process flag is “4” to “7”, the CPU 103 may specify that the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the big hit gaming state.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S301, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state specified in this way is a big hit in which a big hit gaming state is set (step S302). When it is determined that it is not a big hit (step S302; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the high base state in which the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is performed in the probability changing state or the time reduction state (step S303). ). When it is determined that the high base state is set (step S303; Yes), or when it is determined that a big hit is made in the process of step S302 (step S302; Yes), the CPU 103 sets the start port buffer value to “2”. It is determined whether or not there is (step S304).

  When it is determined in the process of step S303 that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S304; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a big hit determination range (step S305). For example, a special figure display result corresponding to the current game state specified in step S301 in a special figure display result determination table (see FIG. 10), which will be described later, prepared in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, for example. Is set as the jackpot determination range. For example, if the current gaming state is a probability variation state (if the probability variation flag is on), the CPU 103 sets “8000” to “9899” as the big hit determination range, and the current gaming state is a non-probability variation state ( If the probability variation state is not established) (if the probability variation flag is off), “8000” to “8189” are set as the big hit determination range (see FIG. 10).

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 compares the numerical data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 extracted in step S209 with the jackpot determination range set by the process of step S305 (step S306). Subsequently, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the random value MR1 is within the jackpot determination range based on the comparison result (step S307). For example, the CPU 103 compares the individual determination values included in the jackpot determination range with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted by the process of step S209 shown in FIG. The presence or absence of a decision value that matches MR1 may be determined. Or CPU103 sets the numerical value which shows the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the decision value included in the jackpot decision range, and sets the random value MR1 and the minimum value and the maximum value of the jackpot decision range. By comparing, it may be determined whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range.

  In the process of step S306, for example, the CPU 103 may read the random value MR1 stored in the special figure reservation storage unit in step S210 and perform the above determination using the read random value MR1. In addition to the step S210, the CPU 103 holds the random value MR1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (an area other than the special figure reservation storage unit), a storage area of the CPU 103, and the like. A determination may be made. The same applies to a random value MR3 described later. As described above, the random number value used in the winning random number determination process may not be the random value stored in the special figure storage unit.

  When it is determined in the processing of step S307 that it is within the jackpot determination range (step S307; Yes), the CPU 103 stores a jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table (described later in FIG. 13) prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. A) Reference) is selected and set in the usage table (step S309). The big hit variation pattern determination table is a table for determining a variable display variation pattern in which the variable display result is “big hit”, and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern.

  In the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A, a determination value 1 to 27 (range of 3%) to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to the variation pattern PB1-1, and a variation pattern PB1-2 is irregular. Determination values 28 to 72 (range of 5%) to be compared with the numerical value MR3 are assigned, and determination values 73 to 135 (range of 7%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-3. Determination values 136 to 216 (9% range) to be compared with the random number value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-4, and determination values 217 to 315 (11 to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-5. % Range) is assigned, and the decision values 316 to 432 (13% range) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern PB1-6, and the fluctuation pattern PB1-7 is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PB1-7. Determination values 433 to 567 (range of 15%) to be compared with the numerical value MR3 are assigned, and determination values 568 to 720 (range of 17%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-8. Determination values 721 to 900 (range of 20%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-9. The same applies to other tables in which the determined values are described.

  When it is determined in step S307 that it is not within the big hit determination range (step S307; No), the CPU 103 stores a loss variation pattern determination table (FIG. 13B) prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. , (C)) is selected and set in the use table (step S308). Specifically, when the current gaming state identified in step S301 is a non-short-time state (low base state) (when the short-time flag is off), the loss variation pattern determination table of FIG. When the current gaming state specified in step S301 is the short-time state (high base state) (when the short-time flag is on), the loss variation pattern determination table in FIG. Set in the usage table. The loss variation pattern determination table is a table for determining a variable display variation pattern in which the variable display result is “lost”, and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern.

  Thereafter, after executing step S308 or S309, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit variation pattern determination table or loss set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for variation pattern extraction extracted in step S209. With reference to the variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern assigned to the determination value that matches the random number MR3 is determined (step S310). The CPU 103 can determine the variation pattern by, for example, comparing each determination value assigned to each variation pattern with the random value MR3 to determine whether there is a determination value that matches the random value MR3. That's fine. Alternatively, the CPU 103 sets numerical values indicating the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the determined value assigned to each variation pattern, and the CPU 103 sets the random value MR3 and the minimum value or maximum value. The variation pattern may be determined by comparing.

  After executing step S310, or when it is determined in the process of step S304 that the start port buffer value is not “2” (step S304; No), the CPU 103 sets the content according to the determination result of step S307 or step S310. The start winning command transmission is set (step S311), and the winning random number determination process is terminated. The start winning time command includes a start opening winning designation command, a special figure reserved memory number designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command. When the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first starting port winning designation command, the first special figure reserved memory number designation command, the symbol judgment result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation are designated as the command for starting prize. Command and send settings. When the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second starting port winning designation command, the second special figure reserved memory number designation command, the symbol judgment result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation are designated as the starting prize command. Command and send settings. The command set for transmission is transmitted in the command control process. If it is determined in step S304 that the starting port buffer value is not “2” (step S304; No), the CPU 103 does not set the determination result designation command transmission setting in step S311 and the random number value at the time of winning. The determination process may be terminated.

  The first special figure reserved memory number designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number designation command to be set for transmission are commands for specifying the current first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number (for each memory number). The special figure reserved memory number to be specified may be specified by the count value of the first special figure reserved memory number counter or the second special figure reserved memory number counter. When the determination result of step S306 is within the jackpot determination range (step S306; Yes), the symbol designation command to be set for transmission is a command that specifies that the determination result of the variable display result is “big hit” (“big hit” ”And a command including EXT data), and if the determination result in step S306 is outside the jackpot determination range (step S306; No), it is designated that the determination result of the variable display result is“ lost ”. When a command (a command including EXT data corresponding to “losing”) is set and the determination result in step S303 is the starting port buffer value = 1 (step S303; No), the determination at the start winning prize is not performed. A command designating that “no determination” is specified (a command including EXT data corresponding to “no determination”).The variation pattern determination result designation command to be transmitted is a command (command including EXT data corresponding to the variation pattern that is the determination result) that specifies the variation pattern that is the determination result when the variation pattern is determined in step S309. When the determination result of step S303 is that the starting port buffer value = 1 (step S303; No), a command (“No determination” is specified to indicate “no determination” in which the determination at the start winning is not performed. A command including corresponding EXT data).

  In the winning random number determination process, as described above, for the variable display corresponding to the random values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209 this time, the variable display result of the variable display (special game) becomes “big hit”. And whether or not the variable display variation pattern (see FIG. 13) is determined. That is, so-called prefetching is performed. In this process, the determination is made based on the current gaming state and not based on the gaming state when the variable display is actually executed, so the determination is not necessarily accurate, but to some extent Variable display results and fluctuation patterns can be predicted with accuracy. In the winning random number determination process, the process is started by the process of step S303 when it is determined that the big win is determined in the process of step S302, or when the time reduction control is determined in the process of step S303. It is determined whether or not the mouth buffer value is “2”. At this time, if the start port buffer value is “1” and not “2”, the process proceeds to the process of step S310 without executing the process of step S304 and the like, and the determination at the time of starting winning is not performed. Thus, when the high opening control associated with the short-time control is performed or when the game is in the big hit game state, each of the above-mentioned each is based on the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) due to the game ball entering the first start winning opening. Limit the decision not to be made. Thus, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start winning prize is given during the time-saving control or the big hit gaming state. The soundness of the game can be ensured by restricting the prefetch based on the game from being executed.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the special symbol process shown in FIG. 4, after executing the start winning determination process in step S101, the CPU 103 sets the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Depending on the value of, one of the processes of steps S110 to S117 is selected and executed.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In the special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4A and second It is determined whether or not to start the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result is determined by the variable display result. Make a decision (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probable change” or “probable change”. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in a jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) Lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol normal process executed in step S110 shown in FIG. When the special symbol normal process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special symbol holding storage number is “0” (step S231). The second special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 only has to read the second special figure reserved memory number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure hold storage number is other than “0” (step S231; No), the CPU 103 stores, for example, the second special figure stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 as the hold data. Numeric data indicating a predetermined random number value is read from the head area (for example, the storage area corresponding to the hold number “1”) of the hold storage unit (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 stored in a random number buffer for variation, for example, and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S232, the CPU 103 updates the second special figure reserved memory number to be decremented by 1, for example, by subtracting and updating the second special figure reserved memory number count value by one, and the like. The contents stored in the second special figure storage unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the CPU 103 stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” in the second special figure hold storage unit (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. Shift to higher rank (storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”). Further, the CPU 103 may update the total pending storage number so as to subtract one. Next, the CPU 103 updates the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, which is the stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, to “2” (step S234). ).

  When it is determined in the process of step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S231; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. (Step S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 only has to read the first special figure reserved memory number count value and determine whether or not the read 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 special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  If the special game is executed in the order in which the game balls enter the start winning opening regardless of whether it is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, the first starting winning opening And the starting opening data indicating which game ball has entered into the second starting winning opening is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in association with the holding number together with the holding data or separately from the holding data, What is necessary is just to make it possible to specify the order in which the start conditions are established for the special game corresponding to each hold data.

  When it is determined in the process of step S235 that the first special figure hold storage number is other than “0” (step S235; No), the CPU 103 stores, for example, the first data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 as the hold data. Numeric data indicating a predetermined random number value is read from the head area (for example, the storage area corresponding to the hold number “1”) of the special figure hold storage unit (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 stored in a random number buffer for variation, for example, and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, the CPU 103 updates the first special figure reserved memory number to be decremented by 1, for example by subtracting and updating the first special figure reserved memory number count value by one, and the like. The contents stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the CPU 103 stores one entry of 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”) in the first special figure hold storage unit. One by one (the storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”) is shifted. Further, the CPU 103 may update the total pending storage number so as to subtract one. Next, the CPU 103 updates the variable special figure designation buffer value to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the CPU 103 determines the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, as either “big hit” or “losing” (step S239). For example, the CPU 103 selects the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10 prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, and sets it as a use table for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates the special figure display result as “big hit” and “lost”. As long as the gaming state is a probable change state.

  The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the variation random number buffer in step S232 or S236 from the variation random number buffer, and the gaming state is in the probabilistic state. Whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state to the determined value that matches the random value MR1 by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on whether or not there is numerical data indicating the random value MR1 Accordingly, the assigned determination result of “big hit” or “lost” may be determined as the special figure display result. The CPU 103 may determine that it is in the probability variation state when the probability variation flag is in the on state. For example, when the random value MR1 is “9000”, the CPU 103 determines that the special figure display result is “big hit” when the probability variation flag is in an on state (in the probability variation state), and the probability variation flag is turned off. In the case of a state (in the case of an uncertain change state), it is determined that the special figure display result is “lost”.

  As shown in FIG. 10A, in the probability variation state, the special figure display result is determined as “big hit” at a higher determination ratio than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, for example, the current gaming state is determined based on the fact that the probability change flag is set to the ON state corresponding to the case where the jackpot type is “probability change” by the big hit end process in step S117 shown in FIG. When in the probable change state, the special figure display result is more likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be in the big win game state than in the non-probability change state. That is, it is advantageous for the player.

  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 it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S240; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 to an on state (step S241). In addition, the CPU 103 determines the big hit type as one of a plurality of types (step S242). For example, the CPU 103 selects a jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10B prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 and sets it as a use table for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10B, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type indicates that the jackpot type is “non-probability change” and “probability change”. As long as it is assigned to the determination result.

  The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type included in the gaming 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 Select one of the jackpot types assigned to the decision value that matches the random value MR2 by referring to the jackpot type determination table set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the type do it.

  After executing the process of step S242, the CPU 103 stores the jackpot type (step S243). The CPU 103 stores a jackpot type buffer setting value indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in a jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102 (for example, “0” in the case of “non-probable change”). ”And“ 1 ”in the case of“ probability change ”), the jackpot type may be stored.

  When it is determined that the special symbol display result is not “big hit” (step S240; No), the CPU 103 determines a confirmed special symbol that becomes a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game (step S244). For example, when it is determined in step S240 that the special symbol display result is not “big hit”, the CPU 103 determines a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol as a confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the CPU 103 determines a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S242 (according to the big hit type buffer setting value). Any of the predetermined special symbols may be determined as the confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the process of step S244, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “1” (step S245), and then ends the special symbol normal process. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in step S245, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process in step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed.

  In the process of step S235, if it is determined that the number of reserved memories of the special figure game using the first special figure is “0” (step S235; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a predetermined demonstration display setting ( Step S246), the special symbol normal process is terminated. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is produced from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the 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 it has not been transmitted, after setting the transmission of the customer waiting demonstration designation command, the demonstration display setting is terminated. The effect control board 12 displays a demonstration screen when a customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted.

  The variation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of prior determination as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”. Since the variation pattern designates the content (variable display mode) of the variable display of the decorative design, the content of the variable display of the decorative design is determined by this determination. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is set in advance corresponding to the variation pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time (special diagram variation time) from the start of variable symbol special display until the finalized special symbol resulting in variable display is derived is determined. Is done. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of performing setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 shown in FIG. When the variation pattern setting process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). When it is determined that the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the CPU 103 determines a variation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S262). On the other hand, when it is determined in step S261 that the big hit flag is in the off state (step S261; No), the CPU 103 determines a variation pattern corresponding to the time when the special figure display result is “lost” (step S263). ).

  FIG. 12 shows a specific example of the variation pattern in the present embodiment.

  The variation pattern PA1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, specifies non-reach (the variable display mode does not become the reach mode), and the special figure variation time is normal. This is a non-reach variation pattern of length.

  The variation pattern PA1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, designates non-reach (the variable display mode does not become the reach mode), and the special figure variation time than usual. This is a non-reach fluctuation pattern for short time.

  The variation pattern PA2-1 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of normal reach.

  The fluctuation pattern PA2-2 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that normal reach is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed once. The fluctuation pattern PA2-3 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and after executing the pseudo continuous fluctuation twice, executing the normal reach and the super reach A for specifying that the normal reach is executed. Reach variation pattern to be specified.

  The variation pattern PA2-4 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of super reach A. The variation pattern PA2-5 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of super reach B.

  The fluctuation pattern PA2-6 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that super reach A is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed three times. The fluctuation pattern PA2-7 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that super reach B is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed three times.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of normal reach.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that normal reach is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed once. The fluctuation pattern PB1-3 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that normal reach is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed twice.

  The variation patterns PB1-4 are selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and are reach variation patterns that specify the execution of super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PB1-5 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern designating execution of super reach B.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-6 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates that super reach A is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed three times. The fluctuation pattern PB1-7 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that specifies that super reach B is executed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed three times.

  In the process of step S262 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the big hit fluctuation pattern is determined using the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. As an example, in the jackpot variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the variation pattern determination result. The CPU 103 refers to the jackpot variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random number value MR3 read from the variation random number buffer, so that the variation allocated to the determination value that matches the random number value MR3. The pattern may be determined (selected) as the current variation pattern.

  In the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the variation pattern at the time of the loss is determined using the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 13B and 13C that is stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. Is done. When the gaming state is a non-short-time state (the short-time flag is off), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. When the gaming state is the short-time state (the short-time flag is on), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. As an example, in each loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 read from the variation random number buffer, and thereby the variation assigned to the determination value that matches the random value MR3. The pattern may be determined (selected) as the current variation pattern.

  In the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 13B and 13C, the variation pattern PA1-1 having a short special diagram variation time is easily selected in the short-time state, and the average is larger than in the non-short-time state. The variable display time can be shortened, and the occurrence of invalid start winnings can be suppressed, and the stoppage of the game ball by the player (so-called “stopping”) can be reduced. Moreover, the execution frequency of variable display can be increased.

  As shown in FIG. 13 (A), when it is determined (predetermined) that the variable display result is “big hit”, the variation pattern PB1-9 that executes super reach C after performing the pseudo continuous variation three times is the largest. Are determined, and the fluctuation pattern PB1-8 for executing super reach B after executing the pseudo continuous fluctuation three times, the fluctuation pattern PB1-7 for executing super reach A after executing the pseudo continuous fluctuation three times, Reach C fluctuation pattern PB1-6, super reach B fluctuation pattern PB1-5, super reach A fluctuation pattern PB1-4, fluctuation pattern PB1-3 for executing normal reach after executing pseudo continuous fluctuation twice, pseudo continuous fluctuation Is executed in the order of the fluctuation pattern PB1-2 for executing normal reach and the normal reach fluctuation pattern PB1-1. Against which determined value is low.

  As shown in FIGS. 13B and 13C, when it is determined (predetermined) that the variable display result is “lost”, the most determined values in the non-reach fluctuation pattern PA1-1 or PA1-2. Are assigned, the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 for normal reach, the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 for executing the normal reach after executing the pseudo continuous fluctuation once, the fluctuation pattern PA2-4 for the super reach A, and the fluctuation pattern PA2- for the super reach B. 5, fluctuation pattern PA2-6 for super reach C, fluctuation pattern PB2-7 for executing super reach A after three executions of pseudo continuous fluctuation, fluctuation pattern PB2 for executing super reach B after three executions of pseudo continuous fluctuation 8. Assigned in order of fluctuation pattern PB2-9 in which super reach C is executed after execution of pseudo continuous fluctuation three times. Value is low.

  In this way, by assigning the determined values in the variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 13A to 13C, the variable display result is derived after the super reach effect is performed after the pseudo continuous variation is performed three times. In some cases, it is possible to increase the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” (expected degree of big hit).

  After executing the process of step S262 or S263, the CPU 103 sets a special figure variation time (also referred to as a variation time) that is a variable symbol display time (step S264). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. As shown in FIG. 12, the special figure fluctuation time is determined in advance corresponding to a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. The CPU 103 can set the timing at which the special symbol or decorative symbol variable display result is derived by setting the special symbol variation time corresponding to the variation pattern selected in step S262 or S263. 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.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S264, the CPU 103 performs a special game using the first special game on the first special symbol display device 4A and a special game using the second special game on the second special symbol display device 4B. Among these, setting for starting the change of the special symbol is performed so as to start one of the special game where the start condition is satisfied (step S265). For example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 performs setting 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. Thereby, a special figure game is started.

  After executing the processing of step S265, the CPU 103 sends a special symbol change start command (change start command) to notify the effect control board 12 of the special figure display result and the change pattern determination result. Transmission setting is performed (step S266). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends the first variation start designation command, the variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S244), a first special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The first special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S237, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the first special figure reserved memory number when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Perform transmission settings for sequential transmission. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a second variation start designation command, a variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S244), a second special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The second special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S233, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the second special figure reserved memory count when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Perform transmission settings for sequential transmission.

  After executing the process of step S266, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “2” (step S267), and then ends the variation pattern setting process. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in step S267, the special symbol variation process in step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the next timer interrupt occurs.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer. Then, when the timer value of the game control process timer (the timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the special figure variation time has not elapsed, so control for executing variable display of the special figure game (for example, the first 1st special symbol display device by performing a control to transmit a display signal of 1 special figure or 2nd special figure (including an update for maintaining the display of special symbols for a predetermined time as appropriate). In 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 terminated. 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 In the device 4B, the variation of the special symbol is stopped, and the fixed special symbol (the fixed special symbol set in step S110) that is the variable symbol display result is stopped (derived display) (the fixed special symbol is displayed for a predetermined time). In addition, when the display is stopped, the symbol confirmation designation command is set to be transmitted, 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 (remaining time reduction number) ) Is counted. The count value of the short time counter is counted as “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. Then, “15” is set as an initial value in a round number counter provided in the RAM 102 for counting round games. After that, it is set to send a hit start designation command and a gaming state designation command for designating the current gaming state (in this case, a command for designating the normal state), and the special figure process flag is updated to “4”. The symbol stop process is terminated. Since the gaming state is changed after the big hit gaming state, it is not necessary to transmit the gaming state designation command here.

  When the big hit flag is in the off state, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is in the on state. If it is in the on state, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the time reduction number counter. 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, a transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command (here, a command for designating a high-accuracy low-base state) is performed based on the current gaming state. If the time flag is off, the count value after subtracting “1” is not “0”, or after the game state designation command transmission is set, 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 the 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 For example, processing for setting a timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the period for setting the game control process timer to the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening 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”. In the big hit release process, the timer value of the game control process timer is decremented by 1, the timer value after decrementing by 1, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch process) In this case, the prize winning opening is changed from the open state to the closed state (or partially) based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be on. For example, a process for determining whether or not it is time to return to an open state.

  When it is determined that the timer value after subtraction of 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), Since it is time to close, the process of returning the prize winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of stopping transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the prize winning door and turning off the solenoid 82), Processing to set the timer value corresponding to the closing period of the big prize opening (a round game interval period, a preset period) in the game control process timer, processing to subtract the count value of the round number counter, etc. Executed. 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. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”. By repeating step S115 every 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.

  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, 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 are performed. Is called.

  If 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. Is a waiting time until the end of the game, and a timer value corresponding to 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 timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the process for opening the big winning opening and the period for opening the big winning opening. A process for setting the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening 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 after the big winning opening is opened in step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs.

  The jackpot 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, if the big hit type is “probability change”, the time reduction flag and the probability change flag are turned on, and “100” is set as a count initial value in the time reduction counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the big hit type is “non-probable change”, only the hour / hour flag is turned on, and “100” is set as the initial count value in the hour / hour counter. In the jackpot end processing, after such setting, a transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command for designating a gaming state corresponding to the setting is performed, and various data such as a gaming control process timer and a jackpot type buffer setting value (next value) The display of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  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 to execute 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, it is determined whether or not a timer interrupt flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is turned on. The timer interrupt flag is set to the on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, for example, based on the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits.

  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, for example, an interruption that occurs when 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 caused 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 processing, for example, after the various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer are read, the read effect control commands are read out. Settings and control corresponding to are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process is executed. In the effect control process, for example, various operations such as an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, and the like. With respect to the control content of the rendering operation using the rendering device, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed. Subsequent to the effect control process, an effect random number update process is executed, and numerical data indicating the effect random numbers 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.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating an example of command analysis processing. In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 receives a start winning command (start opening winning designation command, special figure reserved memory number designation command, symbol judgment result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) from the main board 11. It is determined whether there has been (step S401).

  When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S401; Yes), the received command is stored in the starting winning command buffer (step S402). When a first start opening winning designation command or a first special figure reserved memory number designation command is received as a start winning command, a start winning command (first starting opening prize designation command, first special figure reserved memory number designation command) , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) are stored in a first start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. When a second start port winning designation command or a second special figure reserved memory number designation command is received as a start winning command, a start winning command (second start opening prize designation command, second special figure reserved memory number designation command) , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) is stored in a second start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  FIG. 15A is a configuration example of the first start winning command buffer. In the first start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the first start winning is stored. In the first start winning command buffer, storage areas (corresponding to each of the hold display numbers 1 to 4) that can store various data corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the first special figure hold storage number (for example, 4) Area) is provided.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize opening, four commands of a first start opening prize designation command, a first special figure hold storage designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command are set to 1 The set effect control command (start winning prize command) is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition to the first start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold memory designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command, other information is held in the first start prize command buffer. A storage area is secured so that the information can be stored in association with the stored information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data for specifying the start winning command from the top of the empty area of the first start winning command buffer in accordance with the receiving order. The empty area of the first start winning command buffer, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the smallest hold display number in which the start winning command storage area is all “0000 (H)” in the first start winning command buffer. The effect control command data is stored in the storage area in the order of the first start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold storage designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command.

  Here, FIG. 15C is a configuration example of the variation pattern determination result designation command data correspondence table in which the variation pattern determination result designation command data for identifying the variation pattern determination result designation command is associated with the variation pattern determination result. . As shown in FIG. 15C, a unique number corresponding to the variation pattern is assigned to the variation pattern determination result, and that number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command, and the variation pattern is determined. Judgment result designation command data is configured. In the case of “no determination” in which no determination is made at the time of starting winning, “00” is assigned to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command, and the variation pattern determination result designation command data is C500 (H). It is.

  FIG. 15B is a configuration example of the second start winning command buffer. In the second start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the second start winning is stored. The second start winning command buffer has a storage area (corresponding to each of the hold display numbers 1 to 4) in which various data corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the second special figure hold memory number can be stored. Area) is provided.

  When there is a start prize at the second start prize opening, four commands of a second start opening prize designation command, a second special figure hold storage designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command are set to 1 The set effect control command (start winning prize command) is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition to the second start opening prize designation command, the second special figure hold memory designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, the variation pattern judgment result designation command, other information is held in the second start prize command buffer. A storage area is secured so that the information can be stored in association with the stored information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data for specifying the start winning command from the top of the empty area of the second start winning command buffer in accordance with the receiving order. The empty area of the second start winning command buffer, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the smallest hold display number in which the start winning command storage area is all “0000 (H)” in the second start winning command buffer. The effect control command data is stored in the storage area in the order of the second start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold storage designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command.

  Start winning command stored in the start winning reception command buffer shown in FIGS. 15A and 15B (start opening winning designation command, reserved memory number designation command, symbol judgment designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) Based on the above, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is to be executed, and the pre-reading notice effect pattern in the case of execution is determined. At this time, if the command at the time of starting winning is missed or inconsistent, the pre-reading notice effect setting is not performed until the variable information of the hold information corresponding to those commands is executed (digested). Limited to If a start winning command is received during a period when the setting of the pre-reading notice effect is restricted (during pre-reading notice restriction), the pre-reading notice effect is not set at the reception timing, and it is not determined. The information is set to “1” (or ON state), and a prefetch notice restriction flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is set. In the case of restricting the execution of the pre-reading notice effect, the pre-reading notice effect of all aspects may not be executed for the pre-reading notice effect that targets the variable display corresponding to the start winning that occurred within a predetermined period. Alternatively, the pre-reading notice effect of some aspects may not be executed.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the command analysis processing shown in FIG. 14, after executing step S402 or when determining that the start winning command is not received (step S401; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the game It is determined whether or not a state designation command has been received (step S403). When it is determined that the gaming state designation command has been received (step S403; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 switches the on / off state of the high-accuracy flag and the high base flag based on the contents of the received gaming state designation command. (Step S404).

  The high-accuracy flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the probability-changing state. Corresponding to the switching of the on state / off state, the on state / off state is switched. The high base flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the short time state. Corresponding to the switching of the on state / off state, the on state / off state is switched. For example, when the game state designation command designates the high-accuracy high-base state (for example, designates that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are on), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the high-probability flag and the high Both base flags are turned on (if the flag is already on, the on state is maintained. The same applies to the on / off states for both flags). When the gaming state designation command specifies the high probability low base state (for example, when the probability variation flag is on and the time reduction flag is off), the high probability flag is turned on and high base Turn off the flag. When the gaming state designation command specifies the low probability low base state (normal state) (for example, when specifying that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are off), both the high probability flag and the high base flag are used. Turn off.

  After executing step S404, or when determining that the start winning command has not been received (step S403; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes other analysis processing (step S405), and the command analysis processing Exit.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 16, the process performed in response to the reception of each effect control command in the command analysis process will be described. The content shown in the item “processing content” shown in FIG. 16 is, for example, the processing executed in step S405. Further, the step number indicated in the item “processing content” indicates the step number in the flowchart shown in FIG. 14 and means that the corresponding step processing is executed. In addition, each reception flag and each storage area indicated in the item “processing content” are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Setting the reception flag means turning on.

  For example, if the received effect control command is a variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122. Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets a variation pattern command reception flag.

  Further, for example, when the received effect control command is a display result designation command, the effect control CPU 120 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 3 designation command) in the RAM 122. Is stored in the display result specification command storage area.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 17, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a hold display setting process (step S161).

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the hold display setting process. In the present embodiment, as the pre-reading notice effect, the chance for the continuous notice effect (hereinafter referred to as “variable display of the target”) is executed over a plurality of variable displays until the notice target variable display (hereinafter also referred to as “target variable display”) is executed. The display of the variable display subject to notice may become a “hit” by stopping decorative patterns (for example, odd-numbered or even-numbered decorative patterns) that make up the look-ahead chance) For example, a notice effect is announced. Further, in the present embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, a lost pattern different from the pre-reading chance eye is displayed in any of a plurality of variable displays until the target variable display is executed. After the temporary stop, a specific effect is displayed in which a part of the temporarily stopped lost symbol (middle symbol) is replaced with a symbol stopped and displayed after variable display on the sub-image display device 5S, thereby displaying a pre-read chance. . Further, a hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not yet been started is displayed at the start winning timing, and when the variable display is started, a hold notice effect that displays the hold display as an active display is executed.

  When the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 18 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a start winning command has been received (step S501). When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S501; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (step S502). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being executed by referring to the on / off state of the prefetching notice execution flag indicating that the prefetching notice is being executed / not executed.

  In the process of step S502, when it is determined that the prefetching notice effect is not being executed (step S502; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being restricted (step S503). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being restricted by referring to the on / off state of the prefetching notice restriction flag indicating whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being restricted. .

  In the process of step S503, when it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect is not restricted (step S503; No), the effect control CPU 120 has the reserved storage number “3” or “4” and the previous hold. It is determined whether or not the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to storage is only one that designates a variation pattern corresponding to non-reach loss (variation pattern determination result designation command C501 (H) or C501 (H)) (step) S504). The effect control CPU 120 is either the first start winning command buffer or the second starting winning command buffer shown in FIGS. 15A and 15B in accordance with the start winning command received in the process of step S501. , The number of pending storage is “3” or “4”, and the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the previous pending storage only designates the variation pattern corresponding to the non-reach loss. Or not.

  In the process of step S504, the number of pending storages is “3” or “4”, and the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the previous pending storage only designates the variation pattern corresponding to the non-reach loss. (Step S504; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 stops display in a plurality of variable displays until the pre-reading notice effect pattern, and the variable display of the target are executed. The prefetch chance eye pattern to be determined is determined (step S505). The effect control CPU 120, for example, in accordance with the variable display result and variable pattern of variable display, the pre-reading notice effect execution determination table shown in FIG. With reference to the pattern determination table, the prefetch chance eye correspondence table shown in FIG. 21, and the prefetch chance eye determination table shown in FIGS. 22 and 23, the presence / absence of execution of the read notice, the prefetch notice effect pattern, and the prefetch chance eye pattern are determined. Just decide.

  The prefetching notice effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 19 is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to execute the prefetching notice effect. According to the variable display result and variable pattern of the variable display, the pre-reading notice effect execution determination table includes “execution” indicating execution of the pre-reading notice and “no execution” indicating that the pre-reading notice effect is not executed. Different decision percentages are assigned. As shown in FIG. 19, the highest determination ratio is assigned to “executed” in the variation patterns (PB1-7 to PB1-9) in which the variable display result is “big hit” and the super reach C is executed. ing. On the other hand, the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2) in which the variable display result is “losing” and the reach effect is not executed is assigned the highest determination ratio to “no execution”. Due to some or all of the settings related to the determination ratio, when the pre-reading notice effect is “executed”, the variable display result can be “big hit” than when the pre-reading notice effect is “no execution”. It can be suggested that the performance (big hit reliability) is high.

  20 is a table that is referred to in order to determine the effect mode when the pre-read notification effect mode is executed. FIG. 20A is a pre-reading notice effect pattern determination table that is referred to when the number of reserved memories when it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect is 3, and FIG. It is a prefetch notice effect mode pattern determination table that is referred to when the number of reserved storage when it is determined to be executed is four.

  In the prefetch advance notice effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20A, two prefetch notice effect patterns are set according to the execution timing of the specific effect. In the pre-reading notice effect pattern STP1-1, the first change among the first change and the second change before the third change, which is a variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-read notice, A lost pattern different from the pre-reading chance eye is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the pre-reading chance eye is displayed. In the second variation, the prefetch chance is directly stopped. Furthermore, in the third variation, a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed. In the pre-reading notice effect pattern STP1-2, of the first change and the second change before the third change, which is the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-reading notice, The prefetch chance eye is directly stopped, and in the second variation, the losing symbol different from the prefetch chance eye is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the prefetch chance eye is displayed. Furthermore, in the third variation, a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed.

  In the prefetch advance notice effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20B, three prefetch notice effect patterns are set according to the execution timing of the specific effect. In the pre-reading notice effect pattern STP2-1, among the first to third changes before the fourth change, which is the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-reading notice, A lost pattern different from the pre-reading chance eye is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the pre-reading chance eye is displayed. In addition, in the second variation and the third variation, the prefetch chance eyes are directly stopped. In the prefetching notice effect pattern STP2-2, the first and third fluctuations before the third fluctuation, which is the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the prefetching notice, is executed. In the third variation, the prefetch chance eyes are directly stopped, and in the second variation, a lost pattern different from the prefetch chance eyes is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the prefetch chance eyes are displayed. In the pre-reading notice effect pattern STP2-3, the first change and the third change among the first change to the third change before the third change that is the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-read notice is executed. In the second variation, the prefetch chance eye is directly stopped, and in the third variation, the lost pattern different from the prefetch chance eye is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the prefetch chance eye is displayed. Note that, in any of the pre-reading notice effect pattern patterns STP2-1 to STP2-3, in the fourth variation, a fixed decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed.

  As shown in the pre-reading notice effect pattern pattern determination table in FIG. 20B, when the variable display result is “losing”, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the pre-reading notice effect pattern pattern STP2-1, and the pre-reading notice. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the production pattern STP2-3. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetching notice effect pattern pattern STP2-3, and the lowest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetching notice effect pattern pattern STP2-1. .

  When the prefetching notice effect is executed by the prefetching notice effect pattern STP2-3 by a part or all of the setting regarding the determination ratio, that is, the variable immediately before the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the prefetch notice. When a specific effect is executed in the display, there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability), that is, when the prefetching notice effect is executed by the prefetching notice effect pattern STP2-1. In the case where the specific effect is executed in the variable display immediately after the pre-reading notice effect is started, it can be suggested that the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability) is low.

  The pre-reading chance correspondence table shown in FIG. 21 includes pre-reading chance eyes that are stopped and displayed in a plurality of variable displays until the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-reading notice is executed. FIG. 11 is a table showing an example of correspondence with a temporary stop symbol for a specific effect that is temporarily stopped when a specific effect is executed in a variable display until a variable display (target variable display) that is a target of a pre-reading notice is executed. . Here, when a specific effect is executed, temporarily stopping a specific effect temporary stop symbol is different from temporarily stopping a decorative symbol in a “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect. The temporary stop symbols for specific effects are temporarily stopped on the assumption that they are replaced. As shown in FIG. 21, nine types of pre-reading chance codes of pre-reading chance eye codes SC01 to SC09 are prepared, and each pre-reading chance eye is odd-numbered or even-numbered. Here, it is assumed that the prefetch chance code SC01 has the highest expectation degree of jackpot and the expectation degree of jackpot becomes lower toward the prefetch chance eye code SC09. In other words, the prefetch chance composed of odd symbols has a higher jackpot reliability than the prefetch chance composed of even symbols, and furthermore, a three-digit pattern in which the symbols of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol are arranged in order. The smaller the number, the higher the reliability of the jackpot.

  Further, the prefetch chance eye correspondence table shown in FIG. 21 is specified as a temporary stop symbol for specific effect (losing symbol) to be temporarily stopped when a specific effect corresponding to each of the prefetch chance eye codes SC01 to SC09 is executed. Production temporary stop symbol codes SC01d to SC09d are set. For example, when it is decided to stop the prefetch chance eye code SC01 “1-5-3” in the first change of the prefetch notice effect pattern STP1-1 shown in FIG. The temporary stop symbol code SC01d “1-8-3” for specific effect that differs only in the middle symbol is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the pre-reading chance eye code SC01 “1-5-3” is displayed. The

  The pre-reading chance determination table shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23 is variably displayed in the variable display executed before the variable display (target variable display) that is the target of the pre-reading notice when the pre-reading notice effect is executed. It is a table referred to in order to determine a combination pattern of prefetch chances to be stopped as a result. The look-ahead chance determination table shown in FIG. 22 is referred to when the number of reserved memories at the time of determination is 3, and the look-ahead chance eye determination table shown in FIG. .

  In the prefetching chance determination table shown in FIG. 22, the prefetching chance items that are stopped and displayed in the first variation and the second variation in each prefetching preview effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. Nine patterns of pre-read chance eye patterns SCP1-01 to SCP1-09 are set as combinations. Further, different pre-decision ratios are assigned to each prefetch chance eye pattern in accordance with the variable display result and the variation pattern. Here, “losing (non-R)” in the look-ahead chance determination table shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23 indicates the fluctuation patterns PA1-1 and PA1-2, and “losing (NR)” indicates the fluctuation pattern PA2-1. “Lose (pseudo NR)” indicates the fluctuation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3, “Lose (SR)” indicates the change patterns PA2-4 to PA2-6, and “Lose (pseudo SR)” indicates the change patterns PA2-7. -PA2-9 shall be shown respectively. In the look-ahead chance determination table, “big hit (NR)” indicates the fluctuation pattern PB1-1, “big hit (pseudo NR)” indicates the fluctuation patterns PB1-2 and PB1-3, and “big hit (SR)” indicates the fluctuation. The patterns PB1-4 to PB1-6 and the “big hit (pseudo SR)” indicate the fluctuation patterns PB1-7 to PB1-9, respectively.

  As shown in the look-ahead chance determination table of FIG. 22, when the variable display result is “losing”, the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 are not related to the variation pattern. As a “left symbol-middle symbol-right symbol”, “1-5-3” (prefetch chance eye code SC01) is stopped and displayed continuously at the time of the first variation and the second variation. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to 01, and “8-6-4” (prefetch chance eye code SC09) is stopped and displayed continuously at the time of the first change and the second change. A high decision percentage is assigned. Further, the determination rate gradually increases from the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP1-01 toward SCP1-09, and the maximum value of the determination rate increases from “losing (non-R)” to “losing (pseudo-SR)”. The difference between the minimum values is small.

  On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the “left symbol—middle symbol—right symbol” is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 regardless of the variation pattern. As a result, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP1-01 in which “1-5-3” (prefetch chance eye code SC01) is stopped and displayed continuously during the first and second fluctuations. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP1-09 in which “8-6-4” (prefetch chance eye code SC09) is stopped and displayed continuously at the time of the first change and the second change. In addition, the determination rate gradually decreases from the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP1-01 toward SCP1-09, and the maximum and minimum determination rates increase from “big hit (pseudo SR)” to “big hit (NR)”. The difference in values is small.

  When the pre-reading notice effect is executed by the pre-reading chance eye pattern SCP1-01 with a part or all of the setting relating to such a determination ratio, the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” (high hit reliability) is the highest. When the prefetching notice effect is executed by the prefetching chance eye pattern SCP1-09, it is possible to suggest that the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” (hit big reliability) is the lowest.

  In the prefetch chance eye determination table shown in FIG. 23, the prefetch chance eyes that are stopped and displayed in the first change to the third change in each prefetch notice effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20B. Twelve patterns of prefetch chance eye patterns SCP2-01 to SCP2-12 are set as combinations. Further, different pre-decision ratios are assigned to each prefetch chance eye pattern in accordance with the variable display result and the variation pattern.

  As shown in the look-ahead chance determination table in FIG. 23, when the variable display result is “losing”, the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 are displayed regardless of the variation pattern. , As a “left symbol-middle symbol-right symbol”, “1-5-3” (prefetch chance eye code SC01) is continuously displayed from the time of the first change to the time of the third change. Prefetch chance eye pattern SCP2-12 in which the lowest determination ratio is assigned to −01 and “8-6-4” (prefetch chance eye code SC09) is stopped and displayed continuously from the first change time to the third change time. Is assigned the highest percentage of decisions. Further, the determination rate gradually increases from the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP2-01 toward SCP1-12, and the maximum value of the determination rate increases from “losing (non-R)” to “losing (pseudo SR)”. The difference between the minimum values is small.

  On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the “left symbol—middle symbol—right symbol” is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 regardless of the variation pattern. As described above, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP2-01 in which “1-5-3” (prefetch chance eye code SC01) is stopped and displayed continuously from the first change time to the third change time. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP2-12 in which “8-6-4” (prefetch chance eye code SC09) is stopped and displayed continuously from the first change time to the third change time. In addition, the determination rate gradually decreases from the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP2-01 toward SCP1-12, and the maximum and minimum determination rates increase from “big hit (pseudo SR)” to “big hit (NR)”. The difference in values is small.

  When the pre-reading notice effect is executed by the pre-reading chance eye pattern SCP2-01 with a part or all of the setting relating to such a determination ratio, the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” (high hit reliability) is the highest. When the pre-reading notice effect is executed by the pre-reading chance eye pattern SCP2-12, it can be suggested that the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” (hit big reliability) is the lowest.

  In the pre-reading chance determination table shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23, the pre-reading composed of even symbols is performed as the variable display is executed a plurality of times until the variable display subject to the pre-reading notice effect is executed. A large number of pre-reading chance eye patterns that shift from a chance eye to a pre-reading chance eye composed of an odd number of symbols with high jackpot reliability may be incorporated.

  Returning to the description of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 18, after performing the process of step S505, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a prefetch notice effect is executed (step S506). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is executed based on the determination result of step S505. When it is determined that the pre-reading notice is to be executed (step S506; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets the pre-reading notice execution flag to the on state and sets the count value to the pre-reading notice execution counter according to the number of reserved memories. For example, a setting for starting the pre-reading notice effect is performed (step S507). The pre-reading notice execution counter is a counter for counting the number of variable displays that are executed before the start of variable display to be noticed in the pre-reading notice effect.

  After performing the process of step S507, or when it is determined Yes in the process of step S502, when it is determined No in the process of step S504, or when it is determined No in the process of step S506, effect control The CPU 120 additionally displays the first hold display or the second hold display on the first hold display section 5HL or the second hold display section 5HR in accordance with the received start winning command (step S508).

  After performing the process of step S508, or when it is determined in the process of step S501 that the start winning command is not received (step S501; No), has the production control CPU 120 received the variation start designation command? It is determined whether or not (step S509). Whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the variation start designation command by referring to whether or not either the first variation start designation command reception flag or the second variation start designation command reception flag is set, for example. What is necessary is just to determine. When it is determined that the change start designation command has not been received (step S509; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the hold display setting process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the change start designation command has been received (step S509; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 displays the hold on the first hold display section 5HL or the second hold display section 5HR according to the received change designation command. The hold display corresponding to the number “1” is erased and displayed as an active display on the variable display corresponding display unit AHA (step S510).

  After executing step S5510, the effect control CPU 120 in the first hold display section 5HL or the second hold display section 5HR corresponds to the hold display numbers “2” to “4” other than the hold display number “1”. The hold display is moved (shifted) to the right or left one by one, and the first start winning command buffer shown in FIG. 15A or the second starting winning command buffer shown in FIG. 15B. The stored contents corresponding to the hold display number “1” are erased, and the stored contents corresponding to the hold display numbers “2” to “4” are shifted one by one (step S511). After executing the process of step S511, the effect control CPU 120 ends the hold display setting process.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the effect control process shown in FIG. 17, after executing the hold display setting process in step S <b> 161, the effect control CPU 120 provides an effect provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122. Depending on the value of the process flag, one of the following processes in steps S170 to S175 is selected and executed.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. Whether the variable display start waiting process starts variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 based on whether the first variation start designation command or the second variation start designation command from the main board 11 is received. It includes processing for determining whether or not.

  The variable display start setting process of step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process corresponds to the start of variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the decorative symbols in the image display device 5 In order to perform various display operations and other various presentation operations, it includes a process of determining a definite decorative pattern and various presentation control patterns according to the variation pattern of the special symbol, the type of display result, and the like.

  The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 performs various control data from the effect control pattern corresponding to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control timer setting unit). Are read out, and various effect controls are performed during variable display of the decorative symbols. After performing such effect control, for example, the end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the special symbol variation effect control pattern, or the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. In response to this, the final decorative symbol as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is displayed in a completely stopped manner. When the definitive decorative symbol is completely stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when the hit start designation command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during the big hit. On the other hand, when the production control process timer times out without receiving the hit start designation command, it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is “lost”, and the value of the production process flag is initialized. The value is updated to “0”.

  The special winning opening opening process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In the special winning opening opening process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit gaming state, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Displaying or outputting sound or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and game effect lamps by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 9 and various effect controls in the big hit gaming state, such as lighting / extinguishing / flashing the decoration LED. Further, in the process when the big prize opening is opened, for example, in response to receiving the jackpot end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the effect control process flag is set to “5” corresponding to the ending effect process. Update.

  The ending effect process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this ending effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state, and displays an effect image based on the set content on the screen of the image display device 5. In addition, a sound or sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and a game effect lamp 9 or a decoration is output by outputting a command (electric signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect control is executed at the end of the big hit gaming state, such as turning on / off / flashing the LED for the game. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. When the variable display start setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first performs special processing based on, for example, a display result designation command (command stored in the display result designation command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the figure display result is “lost” (step S551). When it is determined that the special figure display result is “losing” (step S551; Yes), the effect control CPU 120, for example, the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 (stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area). Whether the variation pattern specified by the command) is a non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2) corresponding to the case of “non-reach” in which the decorative display variable display mode is not the reach mode. Determination is made (step S552).

  When it is determined in the process of step S552 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (step S552; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbol constituting the non-reach combination (step S553). ). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a decorative design of a non-reach combination that is updated by an effect random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122 and stores it in the ROM 121. The determined decorative pattern (decorative decorative pattern of non-reach combination) is determined by referring to a decorative design determining table of non-reach combination prepared and stored in advance.

  When it is determined in the process of step S552 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S552; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of fixed decorative symbols that will be a final stop symbol constituting the reach combination (step S554). . The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the decorative symbol of the reach combination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and the reach combination prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121. The determined decorative design (decorative decorative design) is determined by referring to the decorative design determination table.

  When it is determined in the process of step S551 that the special figure display result is not “losing” (step S551; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbol constituting the jackpot combination. (Step S555). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the jackpot determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot determination symbol determination table prepared and stored in advance in the ROM 121 according to the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the image display device 5 The decorative symbols having the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area are determined.

  After executing any one of steps S553, S554, and S555, the effect control CPU 120 executes a prefetch notice setting process (step S557). In the present embodiment, before the variable display to be noticed is started, the prefetch chance is continuously performed over the variable display of the decorative symbols executed a plurality of times based on the reserved memory of the special figure game due to the start winning. By displaying the eyes in a stopped state, a pre-reading notice effect is executed for notifying the possibility that the variable display result of the variable display subject to the notice will be a “hit”. In addition, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, a specific effect is executed to change the temporarily stopped lose pattern to the pre-reading chance in any of the variable displays before the variable display to be noticed is started. Is done.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an example of the prefetch notice setting process executed in step S557 of FIG. When the prefetch notice setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the prefetch notice execution flag is on (step S601). When it is determined that the pre-reading notice execution flag is off, that is, the pre-reading notice effect is not being executed (step S601; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the prefetching notice setting process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the pre-reading notice execution flag is on, that is, the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (step S601; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the prefetching notice execution counter value and the prefetching notice effect mode. An effect execution setting for executing a prefetch notice effect is performed based on the pattern and the prefetch chance eye pattern (step 602). The effect control CPU 120 specifies the prefetch chance eye to be stopped in the current variable display based on the prefetch notice execution counter value, the prefetch notice performance pattern and the prefetch chance eye pattern. In addition, in the case of variable display for executing the specific effect, the pre-reading notice specific effect execution flag indicating that the specific effect is executed in the pre-reading notice effect is set to the on state, and the temporary stop symbol for the specific effect is specified. .

  After executing the processing of step 602, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the prefetching notice execution counter value (step S603), and determines whether or not the prefetching notice execution counter value is 0 (step S604). When it is determined that the prefetching notice execution counter value is 0 (step S604; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 clears the prefetching notice execution flag (step S605).

  After performing the process of step S605 or when it is determined in the process of step S604 that the prefetching notice execution counter value is not 0 (step S604; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the prefetching notice effect setting process. .

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 24, after executing the process of step S557, the effect control CPU 120 executes the variable display effect setting process (step S558). In the present embodiment, when the pseudo-variable variable display effect is executed, the pseudo-continuous chance eyes are temporarily stopped and displayed in a plurality of fluctuation displays including the initial fluctuation (pseudo-continuous fluctuation). Further, when the pseudo-continuous variable display effect is executed, the specific effect is executed to change the temporarily stopped display of the lost symbol to the pseudo-continuous chance as in the case of the pre-reading notice effect.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S558 of FIG. When the variable display start setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the current variable display is a variation pattern with pseudo continuous variation (step S701). The effect control CPU 120 may determine, for example, whether or not the variation pattern is accompanied by pseudo-continuous variation based on the variation pattern determination result designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

  When it is determined that the current variable display is a variation pattern with pseudo continuous variation (step SS701; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets the pseudo continuous execution flag to an on state (step S702). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 determines a pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern and a pseudo-continuous chance pattern according to the number of times of execution of the pseudo-continuous change (step S703). The effect control CPU 120 is prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 121, for example, the pseudo continuous effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 27, the pseudo continuous chance correspondence table shown in FIG. 28, and the pseudo continuous chance shown in FIG. By referring to the eye determination table, the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern and the pseudo continuous chance pattern may be determined.

  The pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. 27 is a table that is referred to in order to determine the effect mode when the pseudo-continuous effect is executed. FIG. 27A is a pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table that is referred to when the pseudo continuous variation is once, and FIG. 27B is referred to when the pseudo continuous variation is two times. FIG. 27C is a pseudo continuous effect mode pattern determination table, and FIG. 27C is a pseudo continuous effect mode pattern determination table that is referred to when the pseudo continuous variation is three times.

  In the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. 27 (A), in the first pseudo-variation (initial variation), a lost pattern different from the pseudo-continuous chance is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed. A pseudo-continuous effect pattern GTP1-1 in which a series of chances is displayed is set. In the pseudo continuous effect pattern GTP1-1, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed in the pseudo continuous second variation following the pseudo continuous first variation. A determination ratio of 100% is assigned to both “losing (NR)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 and “big hit (NR)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-2, and the fluctuation pattern PA2-2. , PB1-2 executes a specific effect in the first pseudo variation.

  In the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. 27B, two pseudo-continuous effect mode patterns are set according to the execution timing of the specific effect. In the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-1, after the first variation of the quasi-continuous first variation and the quasi-continuous second variation, the losing symbol different from the quasi-continuous chance eyes is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed. The pseudo-ream chance is displayed. Further, in the second variation, the pseudo consecutive chance is directly stopped. In the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2, among the first quasi-continuous variation and the second quasi-continuous variation, the first continuation chance is directly stopped in the first variation, and the second variation is different from the quasi-continuous chance. After the losing symbol is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed, a pseudo-continuous chance is displayed. Note that in both the pseudo-continuous effect mode patterns GTP2-1 and GTP2-2, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed in the pseudo-continuous third variation.

  As shown in the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table of FIG. 27B, the “losing (NR)” indicating the variation pattern PA2-3 includes the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-1 and the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-. A decision rate higher than 2 is assigned. On the other hand, the “big hit (NR)” indicating the variation pattern PB1-3 is assigned a higher determination ratio to the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2 than to the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-1.

  When the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2 by a part or all of the setting relating to the determination ratio, that is, the pseudo continuous number immediately before the pseudo continuous third variation which is the last pseudo continuous variation. When a specific effect is executed in two variations, there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability), and when the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-1, In other words, when the specific effect is executed in the first variation (initial variation) immediately after the start of the pseudo-continuous production, the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability) is low. Can be suggested.

  In the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. 27C, three pseudo continuous effect mode patterns are set according to the execution timing of the specific effect. In the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern GTP3-1, after the first variation of the quasi-continuous first variation to the quasi-continuous third variation, the losing symbol different from the quasi-continuous chance eye is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed. The pseudo-ream chance is displayed. In addition, in the pseudo continuous second variation and the pseudo continuous third variation, the pseudo continuous chance is directly stopped. In the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern STP3-2, the pre-read chance is directly stopped in the quasi-continuous first variation and the quasi-continuous third variation among the quasi-continuous first variation to the quasi-continuous third variation, and the pseudo-continuous second variation. Then, after the losing symbol different from the false consecutive chance eyes is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed, the false consecutive chance eyes are displayed. In the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern GTP3-3, the pre-read chance is directly stopped in the quasi-continuous first variation and the quasi-continuous second variation among the quasi-continuous first variation to the quasi-continuous third variation, and the pseudo-continuous third variation. Then, after the losing symbol different from the false consecutive chance eyes is temporarily stopped and the specific effect is executed, the false consecutive chance eyes are displayed. In any of the pseudo continuous effect mode patterns STP3-1 to STP3-3, the final stop symbol is derived and displayed in the pseudo continuous fourth variation.

  As shown in the quasi-continuous effect mode pattern determination table of FIG. 27 (C), “losing (SRA)” indicating the variation pattern PA2-7, “losing (SRB)” indicating the variation pattern PA2-8, and variation pattern PA2−. In any of “losing (SRC)” indicating 9, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP 3-1, and the lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP 3-3. On the other hand, any of the “big hit (SRA)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-7, the “big hit (SRB)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-8, and the “big hit (SRC)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-8 is simulated. The highest determination ratio is assigned to the production pattern GTP3-3, and the lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo-continuous production pattern GTP3-1.

  When the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern GTP3-3 by a part or all of the setting regarding the determination ratio, that is, the specific effect is executed in the pseudo continuous change immediately before the last pseudo continuous change. In such a case, there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability), and the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern STP3-1, that is, the pseudo continuous effect is started. When a specific effect is executed in the immediately following pseudo-continuous variation (initial variation), it is possible to suggest that the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability) is low.

  In the pseudo-continuous chance correspondence table shown in FIG. 28, in the pseudo-continuous effect, the pseudo-continuous chance that is stopped and displayed in the pseudo-continuous variation until the last pseudo-continuous variation is executed, and the last pseudo-continuous variation are executed. It is a table which shows the example of a correspondence with the temporary stop symbol temporarily stopped when a specific production | presentation is performed in the pseudo | simulation continuous fluctuation until. As shown in FIG. 28, seven types of pseudo consecutive chances, pseudo consecutive chance codes GC01 to SC07, are prepared, and each pseudo consecutive chance is arranged in ascending order (so-called sequential order) in order from a small numerical design to a large numerical design. ). Here, it is assumed that the pseudo-hit chance code GC01 has the highest jackpot expectation, and the jackpot expectation becomes lower toward the pseudo-chance chance code GC07. That is, the smaller the 3-digit number in which the left symbol, middle symbol, and right symbol are arranged in order, the higher the jackpot reliability.

  In the pseudo-continuous chance correspondence table shown in FIG. 28, a temporary stop for specific effects is provided as a temporary stop symbol (losing pattern) when a specific effect corresponding to each of the pseudo-continuous chance codes GC01 to GC07 is executed. Symbol codes GC01d to GC07d are set. For example, when it is determined to stop the pseudo continuous chance eye code GC03 “3-4-5” in the pseudo continuous second variation of the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2 shown in FIG. The temporary stop symbol code GC03d “3-2-5” for the specific effect, which is different from the chance eye only in the middle symbol, is temporarily stopped, and after the specific effect is executed, the pseudo consecutive chance eye code GC03 “3-4” -5 "is displayed.

  29 (A) to 29 (C), the pseudo continuous chance determination table shown in FIGS. 29 (A) to 29 (C) is a pseudo-temporarily stopped in the pseudo continuous fluctuation executed before the last pseudo continuous fluctuation when the pre-reading notice effect is executed. It is a table referred to in order to determine the combination pattern of consecutive chances. The pseudo continuous chance determination table shown in FIG. 29A is referred to when the pseudo continuous variation is one, and the pseudo continuous chance determination table shown in FIG. 29B is when the pseudo continuous variation is two. 29C is referred to when the pseudo continuous variation is three times.

  In the pseudo-continuous chance order determination table shown in FIG. 29A, the pseudo-stopped display at the first pseudo-variation in the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP1-1 of the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. Seven patterns of pseudo consecutive chance patterns GCP1-01 to GCP1-07 are set as consecutive chances. Also, different determination ratios are assigned to each pseudo-continuous eye pattern depending on the variable display result and the variation pattern.

  As shown in the pseudo-continuous chance determination table of FIG. 29A, the “losing (NR)” indicating the variation pattern PA2-2 includes a decorative pattern in the display area of the image display device 5 in the pseudo-simultaneous first variation. In the display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, “1-2-3” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC01) is stopped and displayed as “left symbol—middle symbol—right symbol”. The lowest determination ratio is assigned, and the highest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-07 in which “7-8-9” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC07) is stopped and displayed. Further, the determination rate gradually increases from the quasi-continuous chance pattern GCP1-01 toward GCP1-07.

  On the other hand, the “big hit (NR)” indicating the variation pattern PB1-2 includes “left symbol-middle symbol” in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 in the first pseudo variation. As the “right symbol”, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-01 in which “1-2-3” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC01) is stopped and displayed, and “7-8-9”. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-07 in which (pseudo consecutive chance code GC07) is stopped and displayed. Further, the determination rate gradually decreases from the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-01 toward GCP1-07.

  When the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-01 by a part or all of the setting regarding the determination ratio, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the highest. In the case where the pre-reading notice effect is executed according to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-07, it is possible to suggest that the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the lowest.

  In the pseudo continuous chance order determination table shown in FIG. 29B, the pseudo continuous first variation and pseudo in the pseudo continuous effect mode patterns GTP2-1 and GTP2-2 in the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. Seven patterns of pseudo consecutive chance patterns GCP2-01 to GCP2-07 are set as pseudo consecutive chances to be stopped and displayed in the second variation. Also, different determination ratios are assigned to each pseudo-continuous eye pattern depending on the variable display result and the variation pattern.

  As shown in the pseudo-continuous chance determination table in FIG. 29B, the “lost” (NR) indicating the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 includes the image display device 5 in the pseudo-simultaneous first variation and the pseudo-continuous second variation. "1-2-3" (pseudo consecutive chance code GC01) is continuously stopped and displayed as "left symbol-middle symbol-right symbol" in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R in the display area The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP2-01, and “7-8-9” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC07) is continuously stopped and displayed in the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP2-07. A high decision percentage is assigned. Further, the determination rate gradually increases from the quasi-continuous chance pattern GCP2-01 toward GCP2-07.

  On the other hand, the “big hit (NR)” indicating the variation pattern PB1-3 includes the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 in the first pseudo continuous variation and the second pseudo continuous variation. As the “left symbol—middle symbol—right symbol”, “1-2-3” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC01) is continuously stopped and displayed, and the highest determination ratio is in the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP2-01. In the pseudo continuous first variation and the pseudo continuous second variation, the lowest determination ratio is found in the pseudo continuous chance pattern GCP1-07 in which “7-8-9” (pseudo continuous chance code GC07) is stopped and displayed. Assigned. Further, the determination rate gradually decreases from the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-01 toward GCP1-07.

  When the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP1-01 by a part or all of the setting regarding the determination ratio, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the highest. In the case where the pseudo continuous effect is executed with the high pseudo chance chance pattern GCP1-07, it is possible to suggest that the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the lowest.

  In the pseudo-continuous chance order determination table shown in FIG. 29C, the pseudo-continuous first variation to the pseudo-continuous third variation in each pseudo-continuous rendering mode pattern of the pseudo-continuous rendering mode pattern determination table shown in FIG. Twelve patterns of pseudo consecutive chance patterns GCP3-01 to GCP3-12 are set as combinations of pseudo consecutive chances to be stopped and displayed. Also, different determination ratios are assigned to each pseudo-continuous eye pattern depending on the variable display result and the variation pattern.

  As shown in the pseudo consecutive chance determination table of FIG. 29C, “losing (SRA)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PA2-7, “losing (SRB)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PA2-8, and fluctuation pattern PA2-9. In any of the “losings (SRC)” indicating “symbols” as the “left symbol-middle symbol-right symbol” in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R in the display area of the image display device 5, The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP3-01 in which “1-2-3” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC01) is stopped and displayed continuously over the pseudo continuous third variation, and the pseudo continuous first 1 Pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP3-12 in which “7-8-9” (pseudo consecutive chance code GC07) is stopped and displayed continuously from the variation to the pseudo variation third variation The highest decision ratio is assigned. Further, the determination rate gradually increases from the prefetch chance eye pattern GCP3-01 to GCP3-12.

  On the other hand, the image display is performed in any of “big hit (SRA)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-7, “big hit (SRB)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-8, and “big hit (SRC)” indicating the fluctuation pattern PB1-9. In the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the device 5, "1-2-3" is continuously displayed as "left symbol-middle symbol-right symbol" from the first pseudo variation to the third pseudo variation. "(Pseudo continuous chance code GC01) is stopped and displayed, the highest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo continuous chance pattern GCP3-01, and" 7-8 "continuously from the pseudo continuous first change to the pseudo continuous third change. The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the pseudo consecutive chance pattern GCP3-12 in which "-9" (pseudo consecutive chance code GC07) is stopped. Further, the determination rate gradually decreases from the quasi-continuous chance pattern GCP3-01 toward GCP3-12.

  When the pseudo continuous effect is executed by the pseudo continuous chance eye pattern GCP3-01 by a part or all of the setting relating to the determination ratio, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the highest. In the case where the pseudo-continuous effect is executed by using the pseudo-continuous chance pattern GCP3-12, it is possible to suggest that the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit reliability) is the lowest.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display effect setting process shown in FIG. 26, after performing the process of step S703, the effect control CPU 120 executes the pseudo-continuous effect based on the determination result in the process of step S703. The production execution setting is performed (step S704). The effect control CPU 120 specifies the pseudo-continuous chance to be stopped in each pseudo-continuous change based on the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern and the pseudo-continuous chance pattern. Further, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the temporary stop symbol for specific effect in the pseudo-continuous variation in which the specific effect is executed.

  After executing the process of step S704, or when it is determined in the process of step S701 that the current variable display is not a variation pattern with pseudo-continuous variation (step SS701; No), the effect control CPU 120 changes variable. The in-display effect setting process is terminated.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 24, after performing the process of step S558, the effect control CPU 120 executes the specific effect setting process (step S559).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of the specific effect setting process executed in step S559 of FIG. When the specific effect setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the pseudo-continuous execution flag is on (step S651). When it is determined that the pseudo continuous execution flag is not in the on state, that is, the current variable display is not a variation pattern with pseudo continuous (step S651; No), the effect control CPU 120 sets the specific effect execution flag for prefetching advance notice. It is determined whether or not it is in an on state (step S652).

  When it is determined in the process of step S651 that the pseudo-continuous execution flag is on (step S651; Yes), or when it is determined in the process of step S652 that the specific effect execution flag for pre-reading notice is on (step) In S652; Yes, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode of the specific effect based on each effect mode pattern (step S653). For example, when the pseudo continuous execution flag is in the on state, the effect control CPU 120 determines the specific effect mode based on the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern and the pseudo continuous chance pattern determined in the process of step S703. That's fine. Further, when the pre-reading notice specific effect execution flag is in the ON state, the specific effect mode may be determined based on the prefetching notice effect pattern and the prefetch chance eye pattern determined in the process of step S505.

  If it is determined in step S652 that the specific effect execution flag for pre-reading notice is not in the on state (step S652; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the variation pattern is PA1-1 or PA1-2. It is determined whether or not (step S654). Both PA1-1 and PA1-2 are fluctuation patterns in which the variable display result is “losing” and no reach effect is involved. The effect control CPU 120 may determine, for example, whether the variation pattern is PA1-1 or PA1-2 based on the variation pattern determination result designation command transmitted from the main board 11. If it is determined that the variation pattern is either PA1-1 or PA1-2 (step S654; Yes), does the production control CPU 120 execute a so-called gusset specific production (hereinafter also referred to as a gusset specific production)? It is determined whether or not (step S655). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not to execute the gaze specific effect at a predetermined determination ratio (for example, 20% with execution, 80% without execution, etc.). Note that the processes in steps S654 and S655 are performed only when the specific effect associated with the pseudo-ream and the pre-reading notice effect is not executed, and only when the non-reach loss variation pattern is executed. Is to determine. In addition, when the gaze specific effect is executed, the original specific effect of changing from the lost symbol to the chance symbol is not executed. When the so-called “gase specific effect” is executed, a symbol that does not constitute a chance eye even if it is replaced with a part of the lost symbol that is stopped and displayed on the image display device 5 is stopped and displayed after the variable display on the sub-image device 5C. For this reason, the effect which replaces the symbol stopped and displayed on the sub image display device 5C with a part of the lost symbol displayed on the image display device 5 is not executed.

  After executing the process of step S655, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the specific effect is executed (step S656). When it determines with a specific production | generation being performed (step S656; Yes), CPU120 for production control determines the production | generation aspect of a gaze specific production | generation (step S657). The effect control CPU 120 may select, for example, either the pre-reading chance corresponding table shown in FIG. 21 or the specific effect temporary stop symbol set in the pseudo consecutive chance corresponding table shown in FIG. On the image display device 5, the selected temporary stop symbol for specific effect is displayed as the final stop symbol. Further, the sub-image device 5C may select and display a symbol that does not constitute either the pre-reading chance eye or the pseudo-continuous chance eye even if the middle symbol for the specific effect temporary stop symbol is replaced.

  It should be noted that, as the temporary stop symbol for specific effect selected in the process of step S657, the temporary stop symbol for specific effect corresponding to the prefetch chance eye and the pseudo-continuous chance item with high jackpot reliability, for example, the pre-read chance item “1-5” -3 ”(SC01), the specific effect temporary stop symbol“ 1-8-3 ”(SC01d) and the pseudo-continuous chance“ 1-2-3 ”(GC01) The determination ratio of “1-8-3” (GC01d) may be set low. On the contrary, the determination ratio of the temporary stop symbols for specific effects corresponding to the pre-reading chance and the pseudo-continuous chance having a high jackpot reliability may be set high.

  After executing the process of step S657, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the gase specific effect execution flag to the on state (step S658). The gase specific effect execution flag is a flag indicating whether or not the gase specific effect is executed. After executing either step S653 or S658, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern according to the determination result (step S658). After executing the process of step S659 or when determining No in the process of step S654, the CPU 120 for effect control ends the specific effect setting process.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 24, after performing the process of step S559, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect control pattern to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step S560). ). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects and uses one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special-fluctuation effect control patterns) corresponding to the change pattern indicated by the change pattern determination result designation command. Set as a pattern.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S560, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, an effect provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control timer setting unit) of the RAM 122 corresponding to the change pattern specified by the change pattern determination result specifying command. An initial value of the control process timer is set (step S561). Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative design or the like on the display screen of the image display device 5 is performed (step S562). At this time, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, outputs the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (the effect control pattern at the time of special figure fluctuation) determined in the process of step S559 to the VDP of the display control unit 123. , Etc., to start the variation of the decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5. Just do it.

  After executing the process of step S562, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S563), and then starts the variable display start setting process. Exit.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the variable display effect processing executed in step S172 of FIG. When the production process during variable display is started, the production control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the production control process timer (step S801). . The effect control CPU 120 updates (for example, subtracts 1) the timer value of the effect control process timer, and when an end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value, for example. In addition, it may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

  If it is determined in step S801 that the variable display time has not elapsed (step S801; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is a specific effect execution period for executing the specific effect ( Step S802). The specific effect execution period may be determined in advance, for example, in the effect control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. The specific effect execution period is set after the temporary stop symbol for the specific effect is temporarily stopped and displayed on the image display device 5. When it determines with it being a specific production execution period (step S802; Yes), CPU120 for production control performs a specific production control process (step S803).

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing an example of the specific effect control process executed in step S803 of FIG. When the specific effect control process is started, the effect control CPU 120 performs variable display of decorative symbols on the sub-image display device 5S (step S851). Next, the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display being executed in the image display device 5 and displays a temporary stop symbol (step S852). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may cause the image display device 5 to display the lost symbol identified in step 602 or step S704 as a temporary stop symbol. Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display of the sub-image display device 5S started in step S851, and stops the decorative design (step S853).

  After executing the processing of step S853, the effect control CPU 120 performs display control in such a manner that the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the sub-image display device 5S move to the image display device 5, and the decorative symbols move. The sub image display device 5S is controlled in operation in accordance with the timing and direction (step S854).

  After executing the process of step S854, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the gasse specific effect execution flag is in the ON state (step S855). The Gase specific effect execution flag is turned on when it is determined that the specific effect is to be executed when a variation pattern with pseudo-continuous variation is not executed and when it is not variable display for executing the specific effect in the pre-reading notice effect. Set to state. When it is determined that the gase specific effect execution flag is not in the on state (step S855; No), the effect control CPU 120 displays the middle symbol constituting the lost symbol temporarily stopped and displayed on the image display device 5 as the sub image display device 5S. Is replaced with the symbol that has been moved (step S856). By replacing the symbol that has moved from the sub-image display device 5S with the middle symbol that constitutes the lost symbol displayed on the image display device 5, the temporary stop symbol displayed on the image display device 5 is replaced with the pseudo consecutive chance from the lost symbol. Either eye or look-ahead chance.

  In the process of step S855, when it is determined that the gase specific effect execution flag is in the on state (step S855; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 displays the symbol moved from the sub image display device 5S on the image display device 5. The symbols moved from the sub-image display device 5S are erased without replacing the middle symbols constituting the lost pattern. That is, on the image display device 5, the losing symbol temporarily stopped in the process of step S852 is displayed as a confirmed decorative symbol.

  After executing the process of either step S856 or S857, the effect control CPU 120 ends the specific effect control process.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display effect process shown in FIG. 31, after executing the specific effect control process in step S803, or when determining that it is not the specific effect execution period in the process of step S802 (step S802; No) ), It is determined whether or not it is a reach production period for executing the reach production (step S806). The reach production period may be determined in advance, for example, in the production control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. When it determines with it being a reach production period (step S806; Yes), CPU120 for production control performs control for performing a reach production (step S807).

  After performing the process of step S807, or when determining that it is not the reach effect period in the process of step S806 (step S806; No), the effect control CPU 120, for example, the effect determined corresponding to the variation pattern Based on the setting in the control pattern and the like, other control is performed to execute effects during variable display including variable display operation of decorative symbols (step 808).

  When it is determined in step S801 that the variable display time has elapsed (step S801; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S809). ). When it is determined that the symbol confirmation command has not been received (step S809; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display effect processing and stands by. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation command normally. You may make it do.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of step S809 that the symbol confirmation command has been received (step S809; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP of the display control unit 123, for example. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (determined ornament symbol), which is a display result in the variable symbol variable display, such as causing the symbol to be displayed (step S810). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets a predetermined time as a jackpot start designation command reception waiting time (step S811). Next, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S812), and ends the effect process during variable display.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 33 and FIG. 34, an example of an effect operation in a case where a specific effect is executed in the prefetch notice effect will be described. Here, as an example of the effect operation, a case will be described in which the prefetching notice effect and the specific effect are executed based on the prefetching notice effect pattern STP1-2 and the prefetch chance eye pattern SCP1-02. Further, a case where a so-called “gase specific effect” is executed will also be described.

  As shown in FIG. 33A, on the display screen of the image display device 5, the “second variation” in the pre-reading notice effect pattern STP1-2 is being executed, and the decoration is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R. Symbol variable display is in progress. In the sub-image display device 5S, the active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA as the variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display being executed. The hold display number “1” is displayed in the first hold display portion 5HL. First hold indications H1 to H3 corresponding to “3” are displayed. It is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0” and the second reserved display is not displayed on the second reserved display portion 5HR.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 33 (B), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the variable display of the decorative symbols being executed in FIG. 33 (A) is finished, and the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, In 5R, the lost symbol “3-2-5” is displayed. This is based on the prefetching notice effect pattern STP1-2 and the prefetching chance eye pattern SCP1-02, and the temporary stop symbol code SC02d for specific effects corresponding to the prefetching chance eye code SC02 (“3-7-5”). 3-2-5 ") is temporarily stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 33 (C), the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S holds on the display screen as shown in FIG. 33 (C) as the specific effect temporary stop symbol is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 in FIG. The display is erased, and the variable display of decorative symbols is started.

  After the predetermined time has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 33 (D), the variable display of the decorative design in the sub-image display device 5S ends, and the decorative design is stopped and displayed. As shown in FIG. 33D, the number symbol “7”, which is the middle symbol of the prefetch chance item “3-7-5”, is stopped and displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S.

  34 (E) to (H) following FIG. 33 (D) show the effect screens when the specific effect is executed in the pre-reading notice effect. On the other hand, FIGS. 34 (I) to (L) subsequent to FIG. 33 (D) show the effect screens when a so-called specific effect of gusset is executed.

  First, with reference to FIGS. 34 (E) to (H), an example of an effect operation in the case where a specific effect is executed in a prefetch notice effect will be described. As shown in FIG. 34E, the numerical symbol “7” displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S moves upward and is displayed in such a manner that it moves to the image display device 5. Further, the sub image display device 5S performs an operation of jumping upward from the predetermined position in accordance with the movement of the numeric symbol “7”. Further, the numerical symbol “2” displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 is displayed so as to be gradually reduced in size.

  As shown in FIG. 34 (F), the numerical symbol “7” displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S moves further upward, and similarly, the sub image display device 5S moves further upward. Further, the numerical symbol “2” in the decorative symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 is moved upward so as to be pushed up by the numerical symbol “7” moved from the sub image display device 5S.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 34 (G), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the number symbol “2” is erased, and the number symbol “7” displayed on the sub image display device 5S is displayed as a decorative symbol display. It is displayed in area 5C. As a result, the prefetch chance item “3-7-5” is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Further, the sub image display device 5S moves (lowers) to a predetermined position, and a hold display and an active display are displayed on the display screen.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 34 (H), variable display of the decorative symbols corresponding to the hold display H1 is started in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5, and accordingly, the active display area is displayed. An active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is newly displayed on the AHA. The started variable display is a variable display (target variable display) to be notified, and a variable display result is derived and displayed after elapse of the special figure change time.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 34 (I) to (L), an example of an effect operation in the case where a so-called gasse specific effect is executed will be described. Note that the description with reference to FIGS. 33 (A) to 33 (D) described above is performed on the premise that the specific effect is executed in the pre-reading notice effect, but for the effect operation, a so-called special effect of the gusset is executed. The same is true for the case where

  As shown in FIG. 34 (I), the numeric symbol “7” displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S is displayed in such a manner that it moves upward and moves to the image display device 5. Further, the sub image display device 5S performs an operation of jumping upward from a predetermined position in accordance with the movement of the numerical symbol “7”. In addition, the numerical symbol “2” in the decorative symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 is displayed so that the size thereof is gradually reduced.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 34J, the numerical symbol “7” displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S moves further upward toward the display image of the image display device 5. Compared to 34 (I), it has not risen much. Similarly, the sub image display device 5S does not change much in operation. In this way, when the so-called “gase specific effect” is executed, the image displayed on the sub-image display device 5S and the sub-image display device 5S itself are compared with the case where the specific effect is executed in the pre-reading notice effect. Movement (operation) is small. On the other hand, the numerical symbol “2” in the decorative symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 is once displayed small in FIG. 34 (I), but its size is gradually returning to the original size.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 34 (K), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the number symbol “7” is deleted, and the number symbol “2” displayed in the symbol display area 5C is the original size. Is displayed. Thereby, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the lost symbol “3-2-5” is displayed as a variable display result. Further, the sub image display device 5S moves (lowers) to a predetermined position, and a hold display and an active display are displayed on the display screen.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 34 (L), variable display of the decorative symbols corresponding to the hold display H1 is started in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5, and accordingly, the active display area is displayed. An active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is newly displayed on the AHA.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 35, an example of an effect operation in the case where a specific effect is executed when a change pattern with pseudo-continuous change is executed will be described. Here, the case where a pseudo | simulation continuous effect and a specific effect are performed based on the pseudo | simulation continuous production | presentation pattern GTP2-2 and the prefetch chance eye pattern GCP2-04 is demonstrated as an effect operation example.

  As shown in FIG. 35A, on the display screen of the image display device 5, the “pseudo continuous second variation” in the pseudo continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2 is being executed, and the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R are being executed. The variable display of the decorative pattern is being executed. In the sub-image display device 5S, the active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA as the variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display being executed. The hold display number “1” is displayed in the first hold display portion 5HL. First hold indications H1 to H3 corresponding to “3” are displayed. It is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0” and the second reserved display is not displayed on the second reserved display portion 5HR.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 35 (B), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the variable display of the decorative symbols being executed in FIG. 35 (A) is finished, and the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, In 5R, the lost symbol “4-3-6” is displayed. This is based on the pseudo-continuous effect mode pattern GTP2-2 and the pseudo-continuous chance pattern GCP2-04, and the temporary stop symbol code GC04d for specific effects corresponding to the pseudo-continuous chance code GC04 ("4-5-6"). ("4-3-6") is temporarily stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 35 (C), with the display of the specific effect temporary stop symbol displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 in FIG. The display is erased and variable display of decorative symbols is started.

  After the predetermined time has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 35D, the variable display of the decorative design in the sub-image display device 5S ends, and the decorative design is stopped and displayed. As shown in FIG. 35D, the numerical symbol “5”, which is the middle symbol of the prefetch chance item “4-5-6”, is stopped and displayed on the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 35 (E), the numerical symbol “5” displayed on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S is displayed in such a manner that it moves upward and moves to the image display device 5. . Further, the sub image display device 5S performs an operation of jumping upward from the predetermined position in accordance with the movement of the numerical symbol “5”. Further, the numerical symbol “3” displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 is displayed so that the size thereof is gradually reduced.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 35 (F), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the numeric symbol “3” is deleted, and the numeric symbol “5” displayed on the sub-image display device 5S is displayed as a decorative symbol. It is displayed in area 5C. As a result, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the pseudo consecutive chance “4-5-6” is displayed. Further, the sub image display device 5S moves (lowers) to a predetermined position, and a hold display and an active display are displayed on the display screen.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 35 (G), the last pseudo continuous variation is started in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5. After the last pseudo continuous fluctuation time elapses, the variable display result is finally derived and displayed.

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The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment and the like, and various modifications and applications are possible. In the above-described embodiment, when the variable display by the change pattern with the pre-reading notice effect or the pseudo-ream is executed, the image displayed on the sub image display device 5S is displayed in such a manner as to be moved to the image display device 5. A specific performance was performed. However, it is not limited to the case where variable display with a pre-reading notice effect or a variation pattern with a pseudo-ream is executed, for example, even when a continuous specific effect that continuously executes a specific effect when a reach effect is executed is executed. Good. Hereinafter, the continuous specific effect executed during the execution of the reach effect will be described.

  In the above embodiment, when a continuous specific effect is executed during the execution of the reach effect, for example, in the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 24, the continuous specific effect is set before the process of step S560. Add and execute the setting process. In the continuous specific effect setting process, a specific effect is displayed a plurality of times, in which an image indicating an acquired point obtained by continuous hitting operation of the push button 31B of the player is displayed in such a manner as to move from the sub image display device 5S to the image display device 5. And a button one-shot effect that predicts whether or not a big hit will be made according to whether or not the actor operates in response to one push of the push button 31B of the player. An effect mode of continuous specific effects is set. In addition, during the execution of the continuous specific effect, the reliability notification for notifying the jackpot expectation is executed. The reliability notification notifies the big hit reliability by displaying a star image imitating a different number of stars according to the type of super reach. It is assumed that the greater the number of star images displayed, the higher the big hit reliability. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the continuous specific effect is executed when the variation pattern includes the super reach C.

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing an example of the continuous specific effect setting process executed in addition to the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. When the continuous specific setting effect is executed, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variation pattern includes the super reach C (step S901). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the variation pattern includes the super reach C based on the variation pattern determination result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. When it is determined that the variation pattern does not include the super reach C (step S902; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display start setting process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variation pattern includes the super reach C (step S902; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets the continuous specific effect execution flag to the on state (step S902). The continuous specific effect execution flag is a flag indicating whether or not the continuous specific effect is executed.

  After executing the processing of step S902, the CPU 120 for effect control determines the effect mode of the continuous specific effect (step S903). For example, the CPU 120 for effect control refers to the button repeated effects included in the continuous specific effects, with reference to the button repeated result determination table shown in FIG. 37A prepared in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 121, and the like. What is necessary is just to determine each production | presentation aspect of a button single press production.

  37A is a table that is referred to in order to determine the result mode of the button hitting effect result mode. The result mode of the button consecutive hit effect is classified into a success mode and a failure mode depending on whether or not the earned points obtained when the player operates the push button 31B repeatedly reaches the target value. As shown in FIG. 37A, in the variation pattern (PB1-6, PB1-9, PA2-6, PA2-9) including the super reach C, the variable display result is “big hit” or “lost”. Different determination ratios are assigned to a “success mode” indicating that the acquired point reaches the target value and a “failure mode” indicating that the acquired point does not reach the target value. In the button continuous striking effect, the push operation of the push button 31B by the player is detected by the push sensor 35B, and it is specified when the effective number of hits determined to be valid among the push operations detected by the push sensor 35B becomes 10. An effect is executed, and this specific effect can be executed up to three times. Further, when the total of the acquired points (total acquired points) obtained each time the specific effect is executed reaches the target value of 120 points (success mode), the big hit is confirmed. Therefore, when the variable display result is “lost”, the determination ratio is assigned only to “failure mode”. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, a higher determination ratio is assigned to “success mode” than “failure mode”.

  37B and 37C is a table that is referred to in order to determine the effect mode of the button repeated striking effect. The button repeated striking effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 37B is a table that is referred to when the button repeated striking effect is a successful mode. Moreover, the button repeated impact production | presentation determination table shown in FIG.37 (C) is a table referred when the button repeated impact production | generation is a failure aspect.

  In the button repeated effect mode determination table of FIG. 37 (B), button repeated effect mode patterns BP1-01 to BP1-06 are set according to the acquired points each time a specific effect is executed, and determined for each pattern. A percentage is assigned. The numerical value of the “total acquired points” in each button repeated effect mode pattern is 120, which is the target value. In the “big hit (SRC)” in which the variable display result is “big hit” and the super reach C is executed, the value of the “first acquisition point” obtained when the first specific effect is executed is high. A high determination ratio is assigned to the button repeated striking effect pattern BP1-06, BP1-05. On the other hand, the value of the “first acquisition point” obtained when the first specific effect is executed is low, and the value of the “third acquisition point” obtained when the third specific effect is executed is A low determination ratio is assigned to the high button repeated effect mode patterns BP1-01 and BP1-02. In addition, since the variable display result is “losing” and the “losing (SRC)” in which the super reach C is executed, the button repetition effect is not executed in a successful manner, and therefore no determination ratio is assigned. .

  In the button repeated effect mode determination table of FIG. 37 (C), button repeated effect mode patterns BP2-01 to BP2-07 are set according to the acquired points and the total acquired points each time a specific effect is executed. A decision rate is assigned to each pattern. In the case of “big hit (SRC)”, a high determination ratio is assigned to the button repeated striking effect pattern patterns BP2-07 and BP1-06 with high values of “total acquisition points” and “first acquisition points”, and “total acquisition points” ”And“ first acquisition points ”are assigned to the button repetition effect mode patterns BP2-01 and BP2-02 having a low numerical value. On the other hand, in the case of “losing (SRC)”, a low determination ratio is assigned to the button continuous striking effect mode patterns BP2-07 and BP1-06 with high values of “total acquisition points” and “first acquisition points”. A high determination ratio is assigned to the button consecutive hit effect mode patterns BP2-01 and BP2-02 having low numerical values of “acquired points” and “first acquired points”.

  Depending on some or all of the settings related to the decision ratio, the big hit effect is confirmed when the button striking effect is executed in a successful manner, and the total earned points are close to the target value even when executed in a failed manner. It can be suggested that the higher the numerical value, the higher the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (big hit reliability).

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the continuous specific effect setting process shown in FIG. 36, after performing the process of step S903, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode of the button one-shot effect (step S904). Since the one-button push effect is an effect for notifying the result of the lottery, the effect control CPU 120 executes the button one-shot effect according to the success mode when the variable display result is “big hit”, and variably displays it. When the result is “losing”, it is determined to execute a one-button press effect according to the failure mode, and when the variable display result is “big hit”, it is determined to execute the one-button press effect according to the successful mode.

  Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect execution setting for executing the continuous specific effect based on the determination result in the processing of steps S903 and 904 (step S905), and ends the continuous specific effect setting process.

  Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, when the continuous specific effect is executed during the execution of the super reach C, for example, in the variable display effect processing shown in FIG. 31, the continuous specific effect is controlled after the process of step S807. A continuous specific effect control process is added and executed. The continuous specific effect control process controls a continuous specific effect including a button repeated effect and a single button press effect.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the continuous specific effect control process executed in addition to the variable display effect process shown in FIG. When the variable display effect process is started, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the button repeated effect execution flag is on (step S951). The button repeated hitting effect execution flag is a flag indicating whether or not the button hitting effect is being executed. When it is determined that the button striking effect execution flag is on (step S951; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 advances the process to step S955. On the other hand, when it is determined that the button striking effect execution flag is not in the on state (step S951; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the button one-shot effect execution flag is in the on state ( Step S951). The one-button push effect execution flag is a flag indicating whether or not the one-button press effect is being executed. When it is determined that the one-button push effect execution flag is on (step S952; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 advances the process to step S972.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the one-button push effect execution flag is not in the on state (step S952; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the effective press counter value m, the specific effect execution counter value n, and the total acquisition point P. Are initialized (step S953). Thereby, initial setting of a counter etc. which are needed in order to start a button continuous striking effect is performed. Here, the effective hit counter value m indicates the count value of the effective hit counter that counts the number of effective hits in the continuous hit operation of the player's push button 31B. The specific effect execution counter value n indicates the count value of the specific effect execution counter that counts the number of executions of the specific effect. The total acquired points P indicate the total of acquired points (total acquired points) acquired for each specific effect executed in the continuous specific effect.

  After executing the processing of step S953, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the button striking effect executing flag to the ON state (step S954) and sets the button striking effect execution period timer (step S955). The button hitting effect execution period timer is a timer that times the button hitting effect execution period.

  After performing the process of step S954, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the button striking effect execution period has elapsed (step S956). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the button hitting effect execution period has elapsed by referring to the button hitting effect execution period timer. When it is determined that the button hitting effect execution period has elapsed (step S956; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 advances the process to step S970. On the other hand, when it is determined that the button hitting effect execution period has not elapsed (step S956; No), the effect control CPU 120 displays an image of a button hitting instruction image for instructing the player to repeatedly press the push button 31B. The information is displayed on the display screen of the device 5 (step S957).

  After executing the process of step S957, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the player has pressed the push button 31B (step S958). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the player has pressed the push button 31B based on the detection result of the push sensor 35B. When it is determined that the player has not pressed the push button 31B (step S958; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process. On the other hand, if it is determined that the player has pressed the push button 31B (step S958; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the push of the push button 31B is an effective hit ( Step S959). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the push of the push button 31B detected by the push sensor 35B is valid with a predetermined probability (for example, probability 1/5).

  Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the pressing of the push button 31B detected by the push sensor 35B is an effective pressing (step S960). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the effective hitting is based on the determination result in step S959. When it is determined that the push of the push button 31B detected by the push sensor 35B is not an effective push (step S960; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the pressing of the push button 31B detected by the push sensor 35B is an effective pressing (Step S960; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the effective pressing counter value m (Step S960). S961), it is determined whether or not the effective pressing counter value m is 10 (step S962). In this embodiment, the specific effect is executed on the condition that the effective pressing counter value m = 10, that is, the effective pressing reaches 10 times among the consecutive hits of the push button 31B by the player. The When it is determined that the valid hit counter value m is not 10 (step S962; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the effective hitting counter value m is 10 (step S962; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the start condition for the specific effect is satisfied, and sets the counter value n of the specific effect execution counter to 1. Addition is performed (step S963), and the n-th specific effect is executed (step S964). Here, in the above-described embodiment, the stop symbol that is stopped and displayed on the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S after the variable display is finished is displayed in such a manner as to move to the image display device 5, and the display of the image display device 5 is performed. A specific effect that replaces a part of the temporarily stopped symbol that was temporarily stopped on the screen was executed. On the other hand, in this embodiment, the acquired point image indicating the acquired points stopped and displayed after the end of variable display on the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S is displayed in such a manner as to move to the display device 5, and the image display device 5 A specific effect in which a total acquired point image indicating the total acquired points is displayed on the display screen is executed. Thus, the specific effect in the above embodiment and the specific effect in this embodiment are displayed in such a manner that the image displayed on the sub image display device 5S moves to the image display device 5. It is executed in a common production mode.

  After executing the process of step S964, the CPU 120 for effect control adds the acquired points in the n-th specific effect to the total acquired points P and displays them on the display screen of the image display device 5 (step S965). Thereafter, the CPU 120 for effect control initializes the effective strike counter value m (step S966), and determines whether or not the specific effect execution counter value n is 3 (step S967). When it is determined that the specific effect execution counter value n is not 3 (step S967; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of step S967 that the specific effect execution counter value n is 3 (step S967; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 clears the button striking effect execution flag and sets it to the off state (step S967). S968). Thereafter, the CPU 120 for effect control erases the total acquired points P displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 and each image indicating the reliability notification, and displays the total acquired points P and the reliability on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S. Each image indicating the degree notification is displayed (step S969). Note that these images may be continuously displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 by reducing the display area of each image indicating the total acquired points P and the reliability notification.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the button one-shot effect execution flag to the ON state (step S970) and sets the button one-shot effect execution period timer (step S971). Here, the one-button push effect execution flag is a flag indicating whether or not the one-button press effect is executed. The button one-shot effect execution period timer is a timer for measuring the execution period of the button one-shot effect.

  Subsequent to the process of step S971, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the execution period of the one-button press effect has elapsed (step S972). When it is determined that the execution period of the button one-shot effect has elapsed (step S972; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution period of the button one-shot effect has not elapsed (step S972; No), the effect control CPU 120 issues one button for instructing the player to push the push button 31B once. The push instruction image is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 (step S973).

  In step S973, after the button one-shot instruction image is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the player has pressed the push button 31B (step S974). ). When it is determined that the player has not pressed the push button 31B (step S974; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the continuous specific effect control process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the player has pressed the push button 31B (step S974; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 controls the operation of the accessory based on the effect mode of the button one-shot effect (step S974). S975) After clearing the button one-shot effect execution flag to turn it off (step S976), the continuous specific effect control process is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 39 to FIG. 41, an example of an effect operation when a continuous specific effect is executed while super reach C is being executed will be described. Here, as an example of the effect operation, a case will be described in which a continuous specific effect including a button repeated impact effect based on the button repeated impact effect pattern BP1-05 and a button one-shot effect based on a successful aspect is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 39A, on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display by the variation pattern PB1-6 is being executed, and variable display of decorative symbols is executed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R. It is in. In the sub-image display device 5S, the active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA as the variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display being executed. The hold display number “1” is displayed in the first hold display portion 5HL. First hold indications H1 to H3 corresponding to “3” are displayed. It is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0” and the second reserved display is not displayed on the second reserved display portion 5HR.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39B, “7” is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R in the image display device 5 in accordance with the start of the reach effect period for executing the super reach C effect. The decorative symbol indicating the number is stopped and displayed, and the decorative symbol display area 5C is in a reach state in which the decorative symbol continuously fluctuates. In addition, an effect image (phrase image) indicating a phrase such as “Leach!” Is displayed on the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S to notify that the reach state has been reached.

  After the start of the Super Reach C effect, as shown in FIG. 39C, an effect image (phrase image) indicating a phrase such as “Obtain 120 pt is a big hit!” Is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. A specific performance is executed. In addition, a total earned point display 5P is displayed at the upper left of the display screen of the image display device 5. Further, a reliability notification 5T for notifying the jackpot reliability is displayed below the total earned point display 5P. In the reliability notification 5T, three star images are displayed as the super reach C is executed. 39C, the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are desirably reduced and moved to the upper right portion of the display screen of the image display device 5. Thereby, a player can be made to pay attention to continuous specific production, and the interest of a game can be improved.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 39D, an effect image (phrase image) such as “button repeated hitting!” For instructing the player to hit the push button 31B repeatedly is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. A button image 5BT simulating the push button 31B is displayed. In addition, an effect image (phrase image) such as “3 more times” indicating the number of remaining executions of the specific effect in the button repeated effect is displayed. In addition, on the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S, variable display of point symbols indicating points is started. In this way, when the button continuous strike effect is started, a continuous hit operation of the push button 31B by the player is detected, and an effective press is counted.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39 (E), the variable display of the point symbol is terminated in response to the player having reached 10 effective hits, and the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S displays “+50 pt. ”Point symbol is stopped and displayed.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 39 (F), the point symbol “+50 pt” stopped and displayed on the sub-image display device 5S moves upward and is displayed in such a manner as to move to the image display device 5. Further, the sub image display device 5S performs an operation of jumping upward from the predetermined position in accordance with the movement of the point symbol.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 39G, the point symbol of “+50 pt” is moved from the display screen of the sub image display device 5S to the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 and displayed. Further, the sub image display device 5S moves (lowers) to a predetermined position. As a result, the first specific effect ends, and 50 points are added to the total acquired points.

  As shown in FIG. 39 (H), an effect image (phrase image) such as “button repeated hitting!” For instructing the player to repeatedly hit the push button 31B is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 again. At the same time, a button image 5BT simulating the push button 31B is displayed. In addition, an effect image (phrase image) such as “2 more times” indicating the number of remaining executions of the specific effect in the button repeated effect is displayed. The total acquired point display 5P displays 50 points acquired in the first specific effect. In addition, on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S, the variable display of the point symbol is started.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 40 (I), the variable display of the point symbol is terminated in response to the player having reached 10 effective hits, and the display screen of the sub image display device 5S displays “+30 pt. ”Point symbol is stopped and displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 40J, the “+30 pt” point symbol stopped and displayed on the sub-image display device 5S moves upward and is displayed in such a manner as to move to the image display device 5. Further, the sub image display device 5S performs an operation of jumping upward from the predetermined position in accordance with the movement of the point symbol. Next, as shown in FIG. 40 (K), the point symbol of “+30 pt” is displayed by moving from the display screen of the sub image display device 5S to the center of the display screen of the image display device 5 to display the sub image display device 5S. Move (descent) to a predetermined position. As a result, the second specific effect ends, and 30 points are added to the total acquired points.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 40 (L), the button image 5BT is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 together with the effect image (phrase image) such as “button repeated striking!”. In addition, an effect image (phrase image) such as “one more time” indicating the remaining number of executions of the specific effect in the button stroke effect is displayed. The total acquired point display 5P displays a total of 80 points including 50 points acquired in the first specific effect and 30 points acquired in the second specific effect. In addition, on the display screen of the sub image display device 5S, the variable display of the point symbol is started.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 40 (M), the variable display of the point symbol is finished in response to the player having reached 10 effective hits, and the display screen of the sub-image display device 5S displays “+40 pt. ”Point symbol is stopped and displayed. Subsequently, FIGS. 40N to 40O show the same effects as those shown in FIGS. 39F to 39G and 40J to 40K.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 40 (P), an effect image (phrase image) such as “120 pt acquired !!” is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. In addition, 120 points are displayed on the total acquired points display 5P. Since the total acquired points have reached the target value, an effect image (phrase image) for notifying that the big hit has been decided is displayed on the sub-image display device 5S, such as “big hit confirmed!”. Thereby, the button hitting effect ends.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 41 (Q), the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R that have been reduced and displayed in the upper right part of the display screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the button repeated striking effect are again displayed. It is displayed at the center of the display screen of the image display device 5. In response to this, the display of the total acquired point display 5P and the reliability notification 5T is deleted, and 120 points are displayed on the sub-image display device 5S. As a result, the player can be reminded again that the variable display is in the reach state.

  Subsequently, a single button press effect is started, and as shown in FIG. 41 (R), the display screen of the image display device 5 displays a “button single button for instructing the player to press the push button 31B. An effect image (phrase image) such as “Press!” Is displayed, and a button image 5BT simulating the push button 31B is displayed. The decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are reduced and displayed on the upper right portion of the display screen of the image display device 5. As described above, when the one-button push effect is executed and a push operation of the push button 31B by the player is detected, the success mode or the failure mode is determined based on the predetermined one-button press effect production mode. The production by is executed. In this effect operation example, a one-button push effect is executed according to the success mode, and an effect in which the accessory operates is executed although illustration is omitted.

  Finally, as shown in FIG. 41 (S), the decorative symbol indicating the number “7” is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5C, and the numeral “7” is displayed in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The jackpot symbol indicating is derived and displayed as a variable display result. Thereafter, the gaming state shifts to the big hit gaming state, and the big hit gaming is started.

  As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, when variable display using a variation pattern with a pseudo-ream is performed, an image displayed on the sub-image device 5S is an image. A specific effect that is displayed in such a manner as to move to the device 5 can be executed. According to such a structure, the expectation with respect to a specific effect can be improved.

  In addition, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, at least a part of the symbols constituting the pseudo-continuous chance eye that is temporarily stopped in the pseudo-variable display effect is displayed from the sub-image display device 5S. The image can be displayed in such a manner as to move to the image display device 5. According to such a structure, since the image which comprises a temporary stop aspect moves, a production effect can be improved.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, when displaying an image displayed on the sub image display device in such a manner that the image is moved to the image display device 5, the sub image display device is imaged. Can be operated in accordance with the direction of movement. According to such a configuration, since the operation of the sub image display device is executed in accordance with the movement of the image, it is possible to improve the effect.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, after the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5, they are displayed on the sub image display device 5S. It is possible to execute a specific effect in which the displayed decorative symbol is displayed on the image display device 5 so as to be moved and replaced with the decorative symbol displayed on the decorative symbol display 5C. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the expectation after the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed.

  In addition, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, after the execution of the Super Reach C effect, an image indicating the acquired points obtained by the player's push operation of the push button 31B is displayed on the sub-image display device 5S. When executing a button striking effect in which a specific effect displayed in such a manner as to move to the image display device 5 is continuously executed multiple times, a total earned point display indicating the big hit reliability is displayed on the image display device 5 Display on 5P. In addition, after the button striking effect is completed, the total acquired points displayed on the total acquired point display 5P are displayed on the sub image display device 5S. According to such a configuration, the reliability display can be executed in a recognizable manner without interfering with the super reach C effect.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, when the pre-reading continuous notice effect is executed, the image displayed on the sub image device 5S moves to the image device 5 It is possible to execute a specific effect to be displayed. According to such a structure, the expectation with respect to a specific effect can be improved.

  In addition, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, after executing the Super Reach C effect, an image indicating the acquired points obtained by the continuous hitting operation of the push button 31B of the player is displayed as a sub image. A button striking effect is executed in which a specific effect that is displayed in such a manner as to move from the device 5S to the image display device 5 is continuously executed. According to such a structure, the expectation with respect to a specific effect can be improved.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, the push operation of the push button 31B by the player is detected by the push sensor 35B, and the acquired points obtained by the detected push operation are indicated. It is possible to execute a button striking effect that continuously executes a specific effect for displaying an image in such a manner as to move the image from the sub image display device 5S to the image display device 5. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the effect.

  As described above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings. However, specific configurations are not limited to these embodiments, and modifications and additions without departing from the gist of the present invention are included in the present invention. It is.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the pre-reading notice effect, the specific effect is executed when the pre-reading chance eye is stopped and displayed over a plurality of variable displays until the variable display to be noticed is executed. However, the specific effect may be executed even in the variable display to be notified.

  In the embodiment described above, for example, the specific effect of replacing the middle symbol temporarily displayed on the image display device 5 with the symbol displayed on the sub image display device 5S is executed, but the symbol to be replaced is temporarily displayed on the image display device 5. The left symbol or the right symbol is not limited to the middle symbol that is stopped and displayed. Further, the number of symbols to be replaced by a specific effect is not limited to one, and two symbols or all symbols may be replaced.

  Further, an image moved from the sub-image display device 5S to the image display device 5 by a specific effect may be subjected to a hold change effect that changes the hold display during, for example, variable display of a decorative design. It may be a reserved change symbol to be notified or suggested or a development symbol to be notified or suggested that there is a possibility of development to super reach.

  In the above embodiment, for example, when a specific effect is executed in the pre-reading notice effect, as shown in FIG. 20, among the variable displays of a plurality of times until the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading notice effect is executed. In any of the cases, the specific effect was set to be executed once. However, the execution frequency of the specific effect may be increased, and the specific effect may be executed a plurality of times in the variable display a plurality of times until the variable display to be notified is executed. Further, the specific effect may be executed in all variable displays until the variable display to be notified is executed. In this case, the pre-reading chance effect is stopped and displayed after the specific effect is executed in all variable displays until the variable display subject to the notice of the pre-reading notice effect is executed. The specific effect can be regarded as synonymous with the pre-reading notice effect.

  In the above embodiment, for example, when the specific effect is executed when the variable display with the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the pseudo-continuous is executed, as shown in FIG. 27, it is executed before the last pseudo-continuous fluctuation. The specific effect is set to be executed once in any of the pseudo continuous fluctuations. However, the execution frequency of the specific effect may be increased, and the specific effect may be executed in a plurality of pseudo continuous fluctuations or all pseudo continuous fluctuations that are executed before the last pseudo continuous fluctuation.

  In the above embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 20, by assigning a determination ratio to all the variation patterns prepared in the present embodiment, the variable display to be notified is any variation pattern. Even so, the pre-reading effect was set to be executed. However, for example, the pre-reading notice effect may not be executed without assigning a determination ratio to “losing (non-R)”, “losing (NR)”, and “big hit (NR)”. In this way, when the pre-reading notice is executed, that is, when the pre-reading chance eye is stopped and displayed, it may be determined that variable display beyond super reach will be executed in the future. .

  In the above embodiment, for example, when a pre-reading notice effect is executed, a plurality of variable displays that are executed before the variable display to be a notice target with reference to the pre-reading chance determination table shown in FIG. 22 or FIG. The pre-reading chances to stop display are determined at once. However, it is also possible to determine the pre-reading chance to be stopped and displayed for each variable display executed until the variable display to be notified. In this case, it is desirable to restrict the prefetch chance eye composed of the odd symbol having a low jackpot reliability after the prefetch chance eye composed of the odd symbol from being selected. Separately, a pre-reading chance determination table composed of pre-reading chances having a high jackpot reliability is prepared, and for the variable display in which a specific effect is executed, the pre-reading chances are determined with reference to this table. May be. Similarly, when variable display with a variation pattern involving pseudo-continuations is executed, it is not likely to fail without making a batch determination with reference to the pseudo-sequence chance determination tables shown in FIGS. 29 (B) and 29 (C). In addition, a pseudo continuous chance to be temporarily stopped for each pseudo continuous change may be determined. In addition, a pre-reading chance determination table composed of pseudo consecutive chances having a high jackpot reliability is prepared, and the pseudo consecutive chances are determined with reference to this table for pseudo continuous fluctuations in which specific effects are executed. You may make it do.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, even when a so-called gasse specific effect is executed, as shown in FIGS. 34 (I) and (J), the image (stop symbol) displayed on the sub image display device 5S is displayed. The display control is performed in such a manner that the image display device 5 moves, and the sub image display device 5S is operated in accordance with the moving direction of the image. However, when a so-called “gase specific effect” is executed, the image displayed on the sub-image display device 5S is not replaced with the image displayed on the sub-image display device 5S. The display control for moving to the image display device 5 may not be performed, and the sub image display device 5S may be left stationary.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, the pre-reading chance eyes and the pseudo-continuous chance eyes are described as being constituted by numerical symbols. However, the look-ahead chance and the pseudo-continuous chance may be made up of special symbols. For example, if the middle symbol is an alphabetic symbol indicating “S”, the left symbol and the right symbol may be any chance symbol.

  In the above embodiment, for example, data may be exchanged with the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the management server via a portable terminal having a two-dimensional code reading function and an internet network connection function. The player connects to the management server using a portable terminal or the like, receives the player's own ID in advance, receives a notification regarding his / her own performance during the game, or past game history It is possible to play a game in a game mode reflecting the above.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is determined whether or not the variable display result of the variable display becomes “big hit” by executing the winning random number determination process in the start winning determination process executed on the main board 11. . The main board 11 transmits a determination result designation command for designating the determination result to the effect control board 12. The effect control board 12 determines the contents of the prefetch notice based on the determination result designation command received from the main board 11. However, the determination is not limited to whether or not the main board 11 is “big hit”. For example, the main board 11 transmits a command indicating the random value extracted at the time of winning a prize to the effect control board 12, and the effect control board 12 determines “big hit” based on the command indicating the random value received from the main board 11. It is also possible to determine whether or not to determine, and based on the determination result, the content of the prefetch notice may be determined. That is, the determination process such as whether or not the “big hit” necessary for determining the content of the pre-reading notice may be executed by either the main board 11 or the effect control board 12.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, or lighting patterns of segments not limited to numbers and symbols, etc. An example of variable display is shown. However, the variable display result displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B and the special symbol variably displayed are a number indicating "0" to "9" and a symbol indicating "-". It is not limited to what consists of etc. For example, a lighting pattern during variable display of a special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off, and a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off and one pattern in which at least some LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol) Are also included in the special symbol variable display (in this case, the one pattern (eg, the lost symbol) appears to blink). Further, the special symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the special symbol displayed as the variable display result. As a special symbol variable display, for example, “−” blinks, and as a variable display result, other special symbols (“7” for “big hit”, “1” for “lost”, etc.) Is also included in the special symbol variable display. In addition, the variable display of the decorative design includes a blinking display or scroll display of one type of decorative design. The lighting pattern during the variable display of the normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished, and a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished and one pattern in which at least some of the LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol). It is also included in the variable display of normal symbols to repeat alternately. Also, the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed as a variable display result.

  In the above-described embodiment, the ratio (including the determination ratio, etc., the same applies to the probability) may include 0%. In other words, the ratio and probability may be between 0 and 100%. For example, to make one ratio different from the other ratio means that one ratio is, for example, 30%, the other ratio is 70%, and one ratio is, for example, 0%, and the other ratio is Including. Further, the sum of one ratio and the other ratio may not be 100% (there may be a part that is not included in either one or the other and may have a predetermined ratio). In addition, when the ratio of the other is higher than the ratio of one, the ratio of one is set to 0% and the ratio of the other is set to 100%. For example, in the above, the variable display pattern determination ratio in a specific period after a specific gaming state and the variable display pattern determination ratio in a period other than the specific period are different from each other. And the case where the variable display pattern selected on one side and the variable display pattern selected on the other side partially overlap or do not completely overlap. These may be defined by the contents of a table that defines the ratio.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 performs probability variation control in which the jackpot type is “probability variation” when a jackpot symbol indicating a predetermined number is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol. For example, a probability variation determination device type pachinko gaming machine in which probability variation control is performed based on a game ball passing through a specific region in an attacker provided in the game region may be used.

  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, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., one change pattern command is given when starting the change. Although an example of transmission is shown, a 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. 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.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible. For example, when applied to a slot machine, the total number of winning combinations such as a small combination or replaying combination (replay) is counted, and the winning rate is calculated based on the total number of winning combinations generated and a specific effect May be configured to execute.

  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 5HL ... 1st reservation display part 5HR ... 2nd reservation display part 5P ... Total acquisition point display 5T ... Reliability notification 5S ... Sub-image display device 5BT ... Button image 6A ... Normal winning ball device 6B ... Normal 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 ... Microcomputer 101, 121 for game control ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit AH ... Active display AHA ... Active display area AHW ... Active display frames H1 to H3 ... Hold display

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
First display means and second display means;
A specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect executed in such a manner that the image displayed on the second display means moves to the first display means;
Hold storage means for storing variable display that has not yet been started as hold information;
Determining means for determining whether or not to be controlled to the advantageous state;
In accordance with the determination by the determination means, a notice effect execution means for executing a notice effect over a plurality of variable displays before the variable display subjected to the determination is executed,
The specific effect executing means executes the specific effect when the notice effect is executed,
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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