JP2016220799A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance an interest in a game during a predetermined period after completion of a special game state.SOLUTION: When a game results in a predetermined special result, a game machine can generate a special game state advantageous to a player. The game machine includes performance control means for controlling a performance. The performance control means can execute notification display for reporting the number of times of execution of a predetermined game event during a predetermined period after completion of the special game state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 61

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state that is advantageous for a player when a game result is a predetermined special result.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a gaming machine that can generate a certain number of times of change (special time) or the like in a predetermined period after the end of a special gaming state is known (for example, see Patent Document 1).

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However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the interest of the game during a predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state cannot be increased.
Therefore, the present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest of a game during a predetermined period after the end of a special gaming state.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
In a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the game result is a predetermined special result,
Providing production control means for controlling production,
The production control means includes
A notification display for notifying the number of times a predetermined game event has been executed in a predetermined period after the end of the special game state can be executed.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the game event can be executed in a predetermined period after the end of the special game state, and the number of times the game event is executed can be notified by the notification display. It is possible to enhance the interest of the game during a predetermined period after the end of the game.

The invention according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The production control means includes
In the predetermined period, after the predetermined game event is executed an upper limit number of times, the predetermined game event is executed only when the result of the game is the special result.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, it is possible to give a sense of expectation to the game event, so that the interest of the game can be enhanced.

The invention according to claim 3 is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The production control means includes
Corresponding to the game, a variable display effect that displays a plurality of identification symbols in a variable manner can be displayed on the display device, and when the result of the game is the special result, a special display mode of the variable display effect is provided. A result mode can be derived,
The predetermined game event is a reach effect in which a reach state in which the result mode can be the special result mode is displayed as an effect depending on the identification information to be stopped and displayed last in the variable display effect.
In the predetermined period, after the reach effect of the reach effect in which the result mode is not the special result mode is executed an upper limit number of times, the reach effect is performed only when the result of the game is the special result. It is characterized by performing.

  According to the third aspect of the present invention, a sense of expectation can be given to reach production, so that it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

The invention according to claim 4 is the gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3,
The production control means includes
Set the number of times selected from multiple times as the upper limit,
The player can recognize the upper limit number of times by changing the notification display according to the set upper limit number during the occurrence of the special gaming state or at the start of the predetermined period. .

  According to the fourth aspect of the present invention, it is possible to have interest in the upper limit number of times itself, so that it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to enhance the interest of a game during a predetermined period after the end of the special game state.

It is the perspective view which looked at the gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a perspective view of a game board. It is a figure explaining the detail of an effect operation part. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart explaining a main process. It is a flowchart explaining a main process. It is a flowchart explaining a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart explaining special figure game processing. It is a flowchart explaining a start port switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart explaining a hard random number acquisition process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure start port switch common process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure pending | holding information determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a big winning opening switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure usual process. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure usual process transfer setting process 1. FIG. It is a flowchart explaining special figure 1 fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure 2 fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit flag 1 setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit flag 2 setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a small hit determination process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure 1 stop symbol setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure 2 stop symbol setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure information setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a change start information setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure change process transition setting process (special figure 1). It is a flowchart explaining a special figure change process transition setting process (special figure 2). It is a flowchart explaining the special figure variation process. It is a flowchart explaining a special figure display process transition setting process. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure display process. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure display process. It is a flowchart explaining the high probability variation frequency update process. It is a flowchart explaining a production mode information check process. 10 is a flowchart for explaining fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1; It is a flowchart explaining the process transition setting process 1 in a small hit fanfare. It is a flowchart explaining a fanfare / interval process. It is a flowchart explaining a process shift setting process during a special winning opening. It is a flowchart explaining the big winning opening open process. It is a flowchart explaining a big winning opening residual ball process transfer setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a big winning opening remaining ball process. It is a flowchart explaining the process transition setting process 2 during a fanfare / interval. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit end process transfer setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a big hit end process. It is a flowchart explaining jackpot end setting processing 1. It is a flowchart explaining jackpot end setting processing 2. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure usual process transfer setting process 2. FIG. (A) is a flowchart for explaining the process for small hitting fanfare, and (b) is a flowchart for explaining the process for setting transition for small hitting process. It is a flowchart explaining a middle hit process. It is a flowchart explaining a small hit operation | movement transfer setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a small hit remaining ball process transfer setting process. (A) is a flowchart for explaining the small hit remaining ball process, (b) is a flowchart for explaining the small hit end process shift setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a small hit end process. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure usual process transfer setting process 3. FIG. It is a flowchart explaining a production command setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a design fluctuation control process. It is a flowchart explaining a distribution process. It is a flowchart explaining a 2 byte distribution process. It is a figure explaining an example of "the reach effect control during ST". It is a figure explaining an example of "the reach effect control during ST". It is a figure explaining an example of "the reach effect control during ST". It is a figure explaining an example of "the reach effect control during ST". It is a figure explaining an example of "production point control." It is a flowchart explaining the main process in an effect control apparatus. It is a flowchart explaining an effect point control process. It is a flowchart explaining a received command check process. It is a flowchart explaining a received command analysis process. It is a flowchart explaining a symbol type command process. It is a flowchart explaining a variable system command process. It is a flowchart explaining a change production setting process. It is a flowchart explaining a variation production content determination process. It is a figure explaining the modification of "reach effect control during ST".

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to an outer frame (support frame) 11 through a hinge 13 so as to be capable of opening and closing. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. In addition, a glass frame 15 (transparent plate holding frame) provided with a cover glass (transparent member) 14 that covers the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (main body frame) 12.

  Further, an illuminating device (moving light) 16 having a built-in lamp and motor and a lamp (LED) 17 for paying out abnormality notification are provided in the upper part of the glass frame 15. Further, on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, there are provided a frame decoration device 18 with a built-in lamp and the like for emitting light for decoration and production, and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a for emitting sound (for example, sound effects). Yes. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19 b is also provided below the front frame 12.

Further, at the lower part of the front frame 12, there is an upper plate 21 (storage tray) for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launcher, and game balls paid out from a payout unit provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10. There are provided an upper tray ball outlet 22 that flows out, a lower tray (receiving tray) 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper tray 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of the hitting ball launcher, and the like. Further, an effect operation unit 550 that receives an operation input from the player is provided at the upper edge of the upper plate 21. The effect operation unit 550 is an effect button 25 having a built-in effect button switch 25a for receiving a pressing operation input from the player, and the upper surface (press surface) of the effect button 25 is contacted by the player. A touch panel 29 for receiving an operation input is provided. Further, a key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.
In the present embodiment, the touch panel 29 is provided integrally with the effect button 25, but the touch panel 29 may be separate from the effect button 25. For example, a sub display device is provided in the vicinity of the effect button 25, A touch panel 29 may be provided on the display surface of the sub display device.

  Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card is discharged from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A discharge button 28 for operating the balance, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided. In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, the player turns the operation unit 24 so that the ball-striking device feeds the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. Fire. In addition, when the player operates the effect operation unit 550, in the variable display game (decoration special map variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2), an effect in which the player's operation is performed is performed. Can do.

  Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3 are front views of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.

  On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by the guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30. In the game area 32, a center case (game production component) 40 provided with a display device 41 is arranged substantially at the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recessed portion provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41, protrudes forward from the display surface of the display device 41, and is formed so as to make it difficult for a game ball to jump from the surrounding game area 32.

The display device 41 (variable display device) is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or a CRT (CRT). In an area (display area) where an image of the display screen can be displayed, information relating to a game such as a plurality of identification information (special symbols), a character that produces a special figure variation display game, and a background image that enhances the presentation effect is displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special diagram variation display game is played. In addition, an image for an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.
In addition, a board effect device (movable effect member) 44 is provided on the upper part of the center case 40 to produce a game effect by operating. The board effect device 44 is capable of a slide movement operation (dropping operation) from the state shown in FIG. 2 toward the center of the display device 41 and a rotation operation.

On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is provided a normal symbol start gate (common symbol start gate) 34 for giving a start condition of the normal variation display game. The game ball that has won the normal start gate 34 is detected by the gate switch 34a (see FIG. 5).
In the game area 32, two general winning ports 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and one general winning port 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40. The game balls that have won the general prize opening 35 are detected by a prize opening switch 35a (see FIG. 5).

  In addition, below the center case 40 in the game area 32, a start winning opening 36 (first start winning opening, start winning area) for providing a start condition for the special figure variation display game is provided. A game ball won in the start winning opening 36 is detected by the start opening 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 5).

Also, on the left side of the start winning opening 36, an ordinary variable winning device 37 (second start winning opening, start winning area) for providing a start condition of the special figure variation display game is provided.
The normal variation winning device 37 includes an open / close door 37b that can be converted into a state in which a game ball can easily flow in by opening in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted to the near side. A closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) in which a game ball cannot flow is maintained. When the result of the normal variation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, a game ball is likely to flow into the normal variation winning device 37 by a general electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 5) as a drive device. It can be changed to a state (a state advantageous to the player). A game ball won in the normal variation winning device 37 is detected by the start port 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 5).
Further, below the start winning port 36, an out port 30a for collecting game balls that have not won the winning port or the like is provided.

Further, a special variable winning device (large winning opening) 38 that can be converted into a state in which a game ball is not accepted or a state in which it is easy to accept depending on the result of the special figure variation display game is disposed below the usual figure starting gate 34. Yes.
The special variation winning device 38 has a movable member (not shown) that can be opened by turning in the direction in which the upper end side is tilted to the left side, and it depends on the result of the special variation display game as an auxiliary game. The winning opening is closed (blocked state unfavorable for the player) to the open state (state advantageous to the player). That is, the special variable winning device 38 includes, for example, a large winning opening that is opened and closed by a movable member that is driven by a large winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 5) as a driving device, and is in a special gaming state or a small hit gaming state. During the game, by converting the closed prize opening from the closed state to the opened state, it is possible to facilitate the inflow of gaming balls into the winning prize opening and to give a predetermined game value (prize ball) to the player. ing. Note that a large winning opening switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 5) is provided inside the large winning opening (winning area) as detection means for detecting a game ball that has entered the large winning opening. . In the gaming machine of this embodiment, two big prize opening switches 38a are provided, and a game ball that has flowed into the big prize opening is detected by any of the big prize opening switches 38a. In this way, by providing a plurality of special winning opening switches 38a, it is possible to quickly detect a game ball that has flowed into the special winning opening.

  Here, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a warp device 42 is provided on the left side of the center case 40. The warp device 42 has an inflow port 42a that opens to the left for receiving a game ball flowing down the game area 32 outside the center case 40, and a cylindrical shape that guides the game ball that has flowed into the inflow port 42a to the stage 42b. The game ball having a warp channel and flowing down the warp channel is guided to the left end of the stage 42b.

  In addition, on the outside of the game area 32 (here, in the lower right part of the game board 30), the first special figure fluctuation display game, the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the general figure start gate 34 which form the special figure fluctuation display game are displayed. There is provided a collective display device 50 for displaying a game of variable display with a win as a trigger and displaying various information.

  The collective display device 50 includes a special figure 1 display (first special figure fluctuation display unit) 51a and a second special figure for a first special figure fluctuation display game configured by a 7-segment type indicator (LED lamp) or the like. A special figure 2 display (second special figure fluctuation display part) 51b for a fluctuation display game, a fluctuation display part (general figure display) 52 for a common figure fluctuation display game composed of LED lamps, and an LED lamp Storage display units 53, 54, and 55 for informing the start memory number of each variable display game.

  In addition, the collective display device 50 is turned on when a short-time state occurs and is turned on to turn on the second gaming state display unit (second gaming state indicator, short-time state notification unit) 57 that notifies the occurrence of the short-time state. Sometimes a third gaming state display unit (third gaming state indicator, probability state display unit) 58 that displays that the probability state of jackpot is a high probability state, the number of rounds of jackpot (special variation winning device 38 A round display unit 59 for displaying the number of times of opening and closing is provided. The collective display device 50 may be further provided with a display unit (display) that lights up when a big hit occurs and notifies the occurrence of the big hit.

  The special figure fluctuation display game in the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b is, for example, during the execution of the fluctuation display game, that is, while the decoration special figure fluctuation display game is being performed on the display device 41, The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. When the result of the game is “out of place”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result form of out of play. A game result is displayed with a result form (for example, a number or a symbol) other than the result form turned on.

  The normal display 52 displays the game result as a lighting mode and a lighting color according to the game result after a predetermined time by blinking the lamp during the change and displaying the change.

  Further, the general figure hold display 55 displays the start memory number (= holding number) of the general figure start gate 34 which is the variation start condition of the general figure display 52 by turning off, blinking, and turning on a plurality of LEDs.

  The special figure 1 hold indicator 53 indicates the number of first start memories (special figure 1 hold) that is the right to execute the first special figure variable display game displayed on the special figure 1 display 51a, and turns off the plurality of LEDs. Displayed by blinking and lighting.

  The special figure 2 hold indicator 54 indicates the number of the second start memory (special figure 2 hold) that is the right to execute the second special figure variable display game displayed on the special figure 2 display 51b, and turns off the plurality of LEDs. Display by blinking and lighting.

  The second game state display unit (short time state notifying unit) 57 is configured by an LED lamp or the like, and in a normal game state where the short time state does not occur (when the variable time shortening function is not activated), the lamp is turned off. When the time-short state occurs (when the variable time shortening function is activated), the lamp is turned on.

  The third gaming state display unit (probability state display unit) 58 is configured by an LED lamp or the like, and when the jackpot probability state is a low probability state (normal probability state) when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, the lamp is turned off. In the case where the big hit probability state is a high probability state (probability variation state) when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, the lamp is turned on.

  The round display unit 59 is configured by an LED lamp or the like, for example, when the special game state based on the big hit is not in effect, the lamp is turned off, and during the special game state, it corresponds to the number of rounds selected according to the special result Set the lamp to light up.

  FIG. 4 shows details of the effect operation unit 550. FIG. 4A is a plan view of the effect operation unit 550. As shown in FIG. 4A, the effect operation unit 550 of the present embodiment includes an effect button (push button) 25 and a touch panel 29 provided on the upper surface of the effect button (push button) 25. Has been. That is, the rendering operation unit 550 has a touch sensor function (touch panel function) in addition to a physical push button function.

  Sensitivity setting data, LED luminance data, and the like are transmitted from the production control board (production control device) 300 to the production operation unit 550, and a production button is provided from the production operation unit 550 to the production control board (production control device) 300. A push button signal (press detection signal) from the effect button switch (push sensor) 25a provided in the (push button) 25 and a touch ON / OFF signal (contact / non-contact detection signal) from the touch sensor 29a provided in the touch panel 29 are output. It is configured to be.

  In the case of the present embodiment, a push operation on the top surface of the production operation unit 550 (an operation to push down the production operation unit 550 and depress the production operation unit 550 with the production button switch (push sensor) 25a included in the production button (push button) 25. ) Is detected. In addition, a plurality of points are provided on the top surface of the rendering operation unit 550, and a touch operation with respect to the points provided on the top surface of the rendering operation unit 550 is detected by a touch sensor included in the touch panel 29.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4B, nine points of “TSW1” to “TSW8” and “Pa” points are provided as a plurality of points. More specifically, the “TSW4” point provided at the center of the top surface of the production operation unit 550, the “TSW1” point provided on the left side of the “TSW4” point, and the back side from the “TSW4” point (game "TSW3" point provided on the board 30 side), "TSW6" point provided on the right side of the "TSW4" point, and "TSW8" provided on the near side (player side) from the "TSW4" point Point, “TSW2” point provided between “TSW1” point and “TSW3” point, “TSW5” point provided between “TSW3” point and “TSW6” point, and “TSW6” Between the “TSW7” point and the “TSW8” point and the “TSW1” point provided between the “TSW8” point and the “TSW8” point And "Pa" point, which is provided, is provided. The number of points is not limited to nine and can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. Further, in FIG. 4B, for convenience, the points “TSW1” to “TSW8” are indicated as “TSW1” to “TSW8”, respectively. As shown in (a), there is no such notation.

  There are eight points from “TSW1” to “TSW8” that can be detected by the touch sensor of the touch panel 29, and no contact operation is detected at the “Pa” point. Of course, the contact operation may be detected also at the “Pa” point. In addition, each of nine points of the “TSW1” to “TSW8” points and the “Pa” points has LEDs of independent systems (full color LEDs in the case of the present embodiment).

  The “Pa” point is, for example, that the LED of the “Pa” point is used as a notification lamp for one-shot notification, or that the LED of each point on the top surface of the production operation unit 550 is turned on sequentially like a roulette. Can be used for deterministic effects, such as using the LED at the “accurate (or probability change confirmation)” point, or using the LED at the “Pa” point for a certain effect of prefetching.

  Here, the lighting brightness of the LEDs for illuminating the upper surface of the effect operation unit 550 (specifically, the LEDs arranged at the “TSW1” to “TSW8” points, the “Pa” points, etc.) is adjusted by brightness adjustment (hole setting). , And player adjustments) are excluded. That is, the lighting brightness of the LED is constant without being affected by the brightness adjustment. In addition, the touch sensor forcibly turns off the touch when the touch-on state (contact state) continues for a predetermined time (for example, about 35 seconds (basic setting)) (stops the output of the touch-on signal and turns off the touch. Signal output function). That is, the touch sensor (touch detection IC) is configured not to be able to detect a continuous contact operation for a predetermined time or longer.

  Examples of the player's operation detected by the effect operation unit 550 include an operation shown in FIG. “Single stroke” is an operation in which the production operation unit 550 is pressed once, and “continuous stroke” is an operation in which the production operation unit 550 is pressed several times at intervals within a predetermined time. “Long press” is an operation in which the effect operation unit 550 is kept pressed for a predetermined time or more, and “touch” is an operation to touch the touch panel 29. “Pa” operation (TSW1or8) + long press ”is long in a state in which one (or both) of the“ Pa ”point or two adjacent points“ TSW1 ”and“ TSW8 ”is touched. “Flick” is an operation of sliding to touch the touch panel 29 and play it. Of course, the operation to detect is not limited to these operations.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from a launcher (not shown) toward the game area 32. The launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by means of direction change members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various locations in the game area 32, and the normal start gate 34 and the general winning opening 35 The winning prize opening 36, the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the special variable prize winning device 38 is won, or it flows into the out port 30a provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area 32. When a game ball wins the general winning opening 35, the starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37 or the special variable winning device 38, the number of winning balls corresponding to the type of the winning winning port is changed to the payout control device 200 ( From the dispensing unit controlled by FIG. 5), the glass frame 15 is discharged to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23.

  On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 5) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When a game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played. In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, If 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, the general figure start memory number is added if the number is less than the upper limit number (for example, four) of the normal figure start memory number (for example, 4). +1), and one ordinary start memory is stored. The number of memorized universal start prizes is displayed on the universal figure hold display 55 of the collective display device 50. In addition, a random number value for hit determination (win random number value) for determining the result of the normal map fluctuation display game is stored in the normal chart start memory, and this random number value for hit determination is determined as a determination value. To determine the result of the normal map display game. When the hit determination random number value matches the determination value, the normal variation display game is won and a specific result mode (normal map specific result) is derived.

  The usual map variation display game is provided in the collective display device 50 and is displayed on a variation display unit (general map display) 52 constituted by LEDs. Makes identification information (general, normal). The general map display 52 is constituted by a display device, and for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc. are used as normal identification information. After this is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined time, the result is displayed in a stopped state. You may do it. If the stop display of the usual figure change display game is a usual figure specifying result, it becomes a hit of the usual figure, and the open / close door 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times the second special figure changing display game is executed increases.

  The winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are respectively detected by the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside. A game ball won in the start winning opening 36 is detected as a start winning ball of the first special figure variation display game, and is stored as a first start memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4), and normally fluctuates. The game ball that has won the winning device 37 is detected as a start winning ball of the second special figure variation display game, and is stored as a second start memory up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, four). Further, when detecting the starting winning ball, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted as starting storage information, and the extracted random number value is stored in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 5). Are stored in the special figure storage area (a part of the RAM) as a special figure start memory for a predetermined number of times (for example, up to four times). The number stored in the special chart start memory is displayed on the memory display section for notifying the start winning number of the collective display device 50 (the special figure 1 hold display 53, the special figure 2 hold display 54), and the center. Also on the display device 41 of the case 40, it is displayed as a decorative special figure start memory display.

  The game control device 100 is configured to display the special figure 1 indicator 51a (variable display device) or the special figure 2 indicator 51b (variable display) on the basis of winning at the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37, or their start memory. The first or second special figure variation display game is played on the device. The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are performed by variably displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures, identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result form. In addition, a decorative special figure variation display game is displayed in which a display device (image display device) 41 displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) in a variable manner. As a result of the special figure variation display game, when the display form of the special figure 1 display 51a or the special figure 2 display 51b becomes a special result form (special result), a special game state ( So-called big hit state). Correspondingly, the result mode of the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device 41 is also a special result mode. Further, as a result of the special figure variation display game, when the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51a or the special figure 2 display 51b is the small hit result mode, the small hit game state (so-called so-called game state) , A small hit state). Correspondingly, the result mode of the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device 41 is also the small hit result mode.

  For example, in the decorative special symbol variation display game on the display device 41, the decorative special symbol (identification information) composed of the numbers and the like described above on the display device 41 is changed to the left variation display region (first special symbol), the right variation display region ( In each of the second special symbol) and the middle fluctuation display area (third special symbol), each symbol is displayed in a variable manner (high-speed fluctuation) at a speed that is difficult to identify. Then, the symbols that have changed after a predetermined time are sequentially stopped in the order of the left variation display region, the right variation display region, and the middle variation display region, and stopped in each of the left variation display region, the right variation display region, and the middle variation display region. This is done by displaying the result of the special figure variation display game according to the result form constituted by the displayed identification information. In addition, the display device 41 performs a variable display game with a decorative special symbol corresponding to the number of special figure starting memories, and various effect displays such as the appearance of a character are performed to improve interest.

  Note that the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b may be separate displays or the same display, but each special figure change display is not performed independently or simultaneously. The game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 may use different display devices and different display areas in the first special map variable display game and the second special map variable display game, or use the same display device and display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41. Further, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, when there is a start memory of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the special figure fluctuation display game can be executed, the second special figure fluctuation display game is It is to be executed (executed with priority).

  In addition, in the state where the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started and the number of start memories is zero, the start winning opening 36 (or the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37) is entered. When the game ball wins, the start memory is stored as the start right is generated, the start memory number is incremented by 1, and the first special figure variation display game (second special figure) is immediately added based on the start memory. (Variable display game) is started, and at this time, the start memory number is subtracted by one. On the other hand, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) cannot be started immediately, for example, the first or second special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed, and the special figure fluctuation display game has ended. If the game ball is won in the start winning opening 36 (or the normal variable winning device 37) in the state of not being played, in the special game state or in the small hit game state, if the start memory number is less than the upper limit number, The start memory number is incremented by 1, and one start memory is stored. Then, in a state where the starting memory number is 1 or more, the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started (the end of the previous special figure fluctuation display game or the special game state, At the end of the small hit gaming state), the start memory number is decremented by 1, and the first special figure variation display game (second special figure variation display game) is started based on the stored start memory. In the following description, when the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure fluctuation display game.

  Although not limited in particular, the starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, the starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, the big winning port switch 38a is a non-contact type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter referred to as a proximity switch) that includes a coil for magnetic detection and detects a game ball using a phenomenon in which a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil. ing. In addition, the glass frame open detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 and the like of the gaming machine 10 and the body frame open detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main body frame) 12 and the like include a micro switch having a mechanical contact. Can be used.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) for comprehensively controlling games, and a gaming microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as a gaming microcomputer) 111 is provided. CPU section 110, input section 120 having an input port, output section 130 having an output port, a driver, etc., CPU section 110, data bus 140 connecting between input section 120 and output section 130, etc. .

  The CPU section 110 includes a game microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator, and receives a clock that serves as a reference for the CPU operation clock, timer interrupt, and random number generation circuit. An oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 to be generated is included. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 are supplied with a predetermined level of DC voltage such as DC32V, DC12V, and DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 so as to be operable. Is done.

  The power supply apparatus 400 includes a normal power supply including an AC-DC converter that generates the DC 32V DC voltage from a 24V AC power source, a DC-DC converter that generates a lower level DC voltage such as DC 12V and DC 5V from the DC 32V voltage, and the like. Unit 410, a backup power supply unit 420 for supplying power supply voltage to the RAM inside the gaming microcomputer 111 in the event of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit, and a power failure monitoring signal for notifying the game control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of a power failure And a control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs a control signal such as a reset signal.

  In this embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or the game control device 100, that is, the main control device 100. You may comprise so that it may provide on a board | substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on a board different from the power supply apparatus 400 or the main board as in the present embodiment. By providing this, it is possible to reduce the cost by removing it from the object of replacement.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be composed of one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is held even during a power failure or after the power is shut off. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops below 17V, for example, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the signal after a predetermined time. Is output. In addition, a reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from the time when the power is turned on or the power is restored.

  Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a RAM initialization switch 112. When this RAM initialization switch 112 is operated, an initialization switch signal is generated, and based on this, information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200 is forcibly initialized. Processing is performed. Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of forced interrupt signal and resets the entire control system.

  The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written as needed.

  The ROM 111B stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, various random number judgment values, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area for the CPU 111A and various signals and random number values during game control. Used as As the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C, an electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used.

  In addition, the ROM 111B stores a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines, for example, the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the production contents, and the presence or absence of the reach state. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the variation pattern by referring to the variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as the start memory. The variation pattern table includes a loss variation pattern table selected when the result is lost, a jackpot variation pattern table selected when the result is a big hit, and the like. Furthermore, these pattern tables include a table for determining the second half fluctuation pattern that is the fluctuation pattern after reaching the reach state (such as the second half fluctuation group table and the second half fluctuation pattern selection table), and the fluctuation before reaching the reach state. A table for determining a first-half variation pattern as a pattern (first-half variation group table, first-half variation pattern selection table, etc.) is included.

  Here, the reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can be changed, the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player (special gaming state) when the special result mode is entered, the game is already derived at the stage where some of the plurality of display results are not yet derived and displayed. This means a display state in which the displayed display result satisfies the condition for the special result mode. In other words, the reach state is deviated from the display condition that is the special result mode even when the display device's variable display control progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed. There is no display mode. And, for example, a state in which a variable display by a plurality of variable display areas is maintained (so-called full rotation reach) while maintaining a state in which special result forms are aligned. The reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device has progressed to reach a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. The display state in the case where at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfies the condition for the special result mode.

  Thus, for example, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game displayed on a display device corresponding to a special figure fluctuation display game fluctuates a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas on the display device. After displaying, when the display of the result mode is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, the condition that becomes the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas (for example, the same The state in which the identification information is obtained (except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state.

  The reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and the possibility of special results is different (expected values are different) as reach effects: normal reach (N reach), special 1 reach (SP1 reach) Special 2 reach (SP2 reach) and special 3 reach (SP3 reach) are set. The expected value increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach. In addition, this reach state is included in a variable display mode at least in a case where a special result mode is derived in a special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). That is, it may be included in the variable display mode in the case where it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is out of date). Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state that is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.

  The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for the solenoid and the display device, thereby playing the gaming machine. 10 overall control is performed. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 is a jackpot random number for determining the hit of the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, a variation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game (various patterns Random number generation circuit for generating fluctuation pattern random numbers for determining the fluctuation pattern game execution time in the variable display of reach and non-reach fluctuation display, and hit random numbers for determining the hit of the usual variable display game And a clock generator for generating a clock that gives a timer interrupt signal with a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A and an update timing of the random number generation circuit based on an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113. Yes.

  Further, the CPU 111A acquires any one variation pattern table from among a plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in the process related to the special figure variation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111A determines the game result (winning (big hit or small hit) or off) or the probability state (normal probability state or high probability) of the special figure changing display game as the current gaming state. State), the operation state (short-time operation state) of the normal variation winning device 37 as the current gaming state, the starting memory number, etc., and selects one variation pattern table from among a plurality of variation pattern tables. Get. Here, when executing the special figure variation display game, the CPU 111A serves as variation distribution information acquisition means for acquiring any one variation pattern table among the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B.

  The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and drives a payout motor of the payout unit in accordance with a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100, thereby Control to make it pay out. In addition, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball rental request signal from the card unit, and performs control for paying out the ball.

  The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a panel radio wave sensor 62 that detects the emission of radio waves to the gaming machine, a starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, a starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, It is connected to the gate switch 34a in the usual start gate 34, the winning opening switch 35a, and the large winning opening switch 38a of the special variable winning apparatus 38, and the high level supplied from these switches is 11V and the low level is 7V. An interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 that receives a logic signal and converts it into a positive logic signal of 0V-5V is provided. The proximity I / F 121 has an input range of 7V-11V, so that the lead wire of the sensor or proximity switch is improperly shorted, the sensor or switch is disconnected from the connector, or the lead wire is disconnected to float. It is possible to detect an abnormal state such as, and output an abnormality detection signal.

  The output of the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123 or the third input port 124 and read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, and the big winning port switch 38a are input to the second input port 123. . Of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signal of the panel radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when the abnormality of the sensor or the switch is detected are input to the third input port 124. In addition, the third input port 124 has a detection signal of the fraud detection magnetic sensor 61 provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 or a glass frame open detection provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10. The detection signal of the switch 63 and the detection signal of the main body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main body frame) 12 of the gaming machine 10 are also input. Note that a vibration sensor switch for detecting vibration may be provided in the gaming machine, and the detection signal may be input to the third input port 124.

  Of the outputs from the proximity I / F 121, the output to the second input port 123 is also supplied from the main board 100 to the test test apparatus (not shown) via the relay board 70. Furthermore, the detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36 a and the start port 2 switch 37 a among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are configured to be input to the gaming microcomputer 111 in addition to the second input port 123.

  As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I / F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12 V from the power supply device 400 in addition to a voltage such as 5 V required for normal IC operation. It has become.

  The data held in the second input port 123 is read out by asserting the enable signal CE2 (changing to an effective level) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 123. be able to. The same applies to the third input port 124 and the first input port 122 described later.

  The input unit 120 also includes a fraud radio signal from the payout control device 200 (a signal output when the frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12 detects radio waves), a payout busy signal (payout control device). 200 is a signal indicating whether or not a command can be received), a payout abnormality status signal (status signal indicating a payout abnormality), a shot ball cut switch signal (a signal indicating a lack of game balls before payout), an overflow switch signal (A signal output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (full), a touch switch signal (input to a touch switch provided on the operation unit 24) A first input port 122 is provided which takes in a signal based on the data bus 140 and supplies the signal to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140.

  Further, the input unit 120 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 125 for inputting a signal such as a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 or the like. The Schmitt buffer 125 receives these input signals. It has a function to remove noise from. The power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 and the initialization switch signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 are once input to the first input port 122 and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because the number of terminals receiving external signals provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 is limited.

  On the other hand, the reset signal RESET from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is directly input to a reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and also supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RESET is directly output to the relay board 70 without going through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test board. It is configured as follows. Further, the reset signal RESET may be configured to be output to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70. The reset signal RESET is not supplied to each port 122, 123, 124 of the input unit 120. The data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input needs to be reset to prevent malfunction of the system. However, immediately before the reset signal RESET is input, each data of the input unit 120 is reset. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded when the gaming microcomputer 111 is reset.

  The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 132 disposed on a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the effect control apparatus 300 and a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the payout control apparatus 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. The one-way communication is such that no signal can be input to the game control device 100 from the side of the effect control device 300.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 via a relay board 70 for data indicating special symbol information of the variable display game to a test firing test apparatus of an accredited organization (not shown) and a signal indicating the probability status of jackpot. The output buffer 133 is configured to be mountable. The buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko gaming machine as an actual machine (a mass-produced product) installed in the game shop. A detection signal output from the proximity I / F 121, such as a start port switch, that is not required to be processed is supplied to the test test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

  On the other hand, detection signals that cannot be supplied to the test firing test apparatus as they are, such as the magnetic sensor 61 and the panel radio wave sensor 62, are once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information, for example, the gaming machine controls the game. An error signal indicating that the state is not possible is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplies it to the test test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits the signal line of the detection signal of the switch that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selected and controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

  Further, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 to be connected to the data bus 140, a solenoid (large winning port solenoid) 38b for opening the special variable winning device 38 and a solenoid (general power solenoid) 37c for opening the opening / closing door 37b of the normal variable winning device 37. A second output port 134 is provided for outputting the opening / closing data. Further, the output unit 130 has a third output port 135 for outputting on / off data of the segment line connected to the anode terminal of the LED according to the contents displayed on the collective display device 50, and the collective display device 50. A fourth output port 136 is provided for outputting on / off data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED is connected.

  The output unit 130 is provided with a fifth output port 137 for outputting information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal board 71. The external information terminal board 71 is provided with a photo relay, which can be connected to, for example, an external device (such as an information collection terminal or a game hall internal management device (hall computer)) installed in a game store, and stores information about the gaming machine 10. It can be supplied to an external device. Further, a launch permission signal is also output from the fifth output port 137 to the payout control device 200 via the Schmitt buffer 132.

  Further, the output unit 130 receives a switching data signal of the special prize opening solenoid 38b and the general power solenoid 37c output from the second output port 134, and generates and outputs a solenoid driving signal 138a. The second driver 138b for outputting the ON / OFF drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 output from the third output port 135, and the current of the collective display device 50 output from the fourth output port 136 A third driver 138c that outputs an on / off drive signal for the lead-in digit line, and a fourth driver 138d that outputs an external information signal supplied from the fifth output port 137 to an external device such as a management device to the external information terminal board 71 Is provided.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with DC32V from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so that a solenoid operating at 32V can be driven. Also, DC12V is supplied to the second driver 138b that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. Since the third driver 138c for driving the digit line is for drawing out the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V.

  A dynamic drive method is achieved by flowing a current to the anode terminal of the LED through the segment line by the second driver 138b that outputs 12V, and drawing the current through the segment line from the cathode terminal by the third driver 138c that outputs the ground potential. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs sequentially selected in step 1 so that the LEDs are lit. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71 is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. Note that the buffer 133, the second output port 134, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output board 130 of the game control apparatus 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be capable of two-way communication so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 through serial communication. Note that such data transmission / reception is performed using a serial communication terminal included in the gaming microcomputer 111 in the same manner as a normal general-purpose microprocessor, and thus ports such as the input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG.
The effect control device 300 is for displaying video on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 and the main control microcomputer 311, similarly to the game microcomputer 111. A VDP (Video Display Processor) 312 as a graphic processor for performing the image processing, and a sound source LSI 314 for controlling output of sound for reproducing various melody and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.

  The main control microcomputer 311 stores a program ROM 321 composed of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing a program executed by the CPU and various data, a RAM 322 providing a work area, and stored contents even when power is not supplied in the event of a power failure. An FeRAM 323 that can be held is connected to an RTC (real-time clock) 338 that serves as a clock means for generating information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day of the week, time, etc.). A RAM for providing a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, decides the contents of the presentation and instructs the contents of the output video to the VDP 312, instructs the sound source LSI 314 to reproduce the sound, lights the decoration lamp, motors And control of solenoid drive control and production time management.

  The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a for providing a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging and reducing images. The VDP 312 has an image ROM 325 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used to develop and process image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325. ) 326 is connected.

  Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 are configured to transmit and receive data in a parallel manner. By transmitting and receiving data in parallel, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial.

  From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC for synchronizing the video of the display device 41 and lighting of the decoration lamps provided on the glass frame 15 and the game board 30, and a synchronization signal for giving data transmission timing STS is input. The VDP 312 informs the main control microcomputer 311 that it is waiting to receive commands and data from the interrupt control signals INT0 to n and the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing in the VRAM. A wait signal WAIT and the like are also input.

  The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by an LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method. Video data, a horizontal synchronization signal HSYNC, and a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313, and the video generated by the VDP 312 is input to the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313. Is displayed.

  A sound ROM 327 storing sound data is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 are connected via an address / data bus 340. An interrupt signal INT is input from the tone generator LSI 314 to the main control microcomputer 311. The effect control device 300 is provided with an amplifier circuit 337 including an audio power amplifier that drives an upper speaker 19 a provided on the glass frame 15 and a lower speaker 19 b provided on the front frame 12. The generated sound is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 337.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. An ornamental special figure holding number command, a decorative special figure command, a variation command, a stop information command, etc. transmitted from the game control device 100 to the production control device 300 via this command I / F 331 are produced as a production control command signal (production command ). Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC 5V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC 3.3V, the command I / F 331 is provided with a signal level conversion function. Yes.

  The effect control device 300 includes a board decoration LED control circuit 332 for driving and controlling a board decoration device 46 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40), and a glass frame 15. Frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 and the like) having LEDs (light emitting diodes) and board effects provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). There is provided a board effect movable body control circuit 334 that drives and controls the device 44 (for example, a movable accessory that enhances the effect of the effect in cooperation with the effect display on the display device 41). These control circuits 332 to 334 that drive and control lamps, motors, solenoids, and the like are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via an address / data bus 340. Note that a frame effect device having a drive source such as a motor (for example, a motor that operates an effect device) is provided on the glass frame 15, and a frame effect movable body control circuit that drives and controls the frame effect device is provided. good.

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes an effect button switch 25 a built in the effect button 25 provided on the glass frame 15, a touch panel 29 provided on the glass frame 15, an initial position of a motor in the board effect device 44, and the like. The function of detecting the on / off state of the effect actor switch 47 (effect motor switch) for detecting the sound and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 and the state of the volume control switch 335 provided in the effect control device 300 And a switch input circuit 336 for inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 is provided.

  The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply apparatus 400 drives a motor or a solenoid to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control apparatus 300 having the above-described configuration and electronic components controlled thereby. In addition to DC32V, display device 41 consisting of a liquid crystal panel, DC12V for driving motors and LEDs, and DC5V as the power supply voltage for command I / F 331, a voltage of DC15V for driving motors, LEDs, and speakers is generated. Is configured to do. Further, when an LSI operating at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, a DC − for generating DC 3.3 V or DC 1.2 V based on DC 5 V is used. A DC converter is provided in the effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply apparatus 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to put the device into a reset state. In addition, VDP 312 (VDRESET signal), tone generator LSI 314, amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRESET signal) for driving speakers, and control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET) for driving and controlling lamps, motors, and the like in a form output from the main control microcomputer 311. Signal) to reset them. In addition, a cooling FAN 45 that cools various parts of the gaming machine 10 is connected to the effect control device 300, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven in a state in which the power of the effect control device 300 is turned on.

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number value for hit determination of the normal figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the normal start gate 34, and reads the ROM 111B. Is compared with the determination value stored in the table, and a process of determining a missed hit of the normal game display game is performed. Then, after the identification symbol (identification information) is fluctuated and displayed for a predetermined time on the general symbol display 52, a processing for displaying a general symbol variation display game to be stopped is performed. When the result of this normal map change display game is a win, a special result mode corresponding to each of the first stop symbol to the third stop symbol is displayed on the general symbol display 52, and the general electric solenoid 37c is displayed. Control is performed to open and close the open / close door 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 as described above for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds). That is, the game control device 100 serves as conversion control execution means for performing conversion control of the conversion member (opening / closing door 37b). In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of order, control is performed to display the result form of the shift on the general map display 52.

  Further, a start winning (starting memory) is stored based on an input of a detection signal of a game ball from a starting port 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning port 36, and based on this start memory, the first special figure variation display game is stored. The big hit determination random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining a miss of the first special figure variation display game is performed. The start memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal variation winning device 37. A random number value is extracted and compared with a determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining a miss of the second special figure variation display game is performed.

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination results of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, after the identification symbol (identification information) is variably displayed on the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b for a predetermined time, a special figure variation display game to be stopped is displayed. In other words, the game control unit 100 controls the progress of the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball flowing down the game area 32 to the start winning area (the first start winning opening 36, the normal variable winning apparatus 37). Make.

  In addition, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs a process of displaying the decoration special figure change display game corresponding to the special figure change display game. Furthermore, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the production state setting, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, the process of controlling the light emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed. That is, the production control device 300 serves as production control means for controlling production related to a game (such as a variable display game).

  Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode and the small hit result mode on the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit or a small hit. In addition, processing for generating a special gaming state or a small hit gaming state is performed. In the process of generating the special game state or the small hit game state, for example, the CPU 111A can open the movable member of the special variable prize device 38 by the special prize opening solenoid 38b, and allow the game ball to flow into the special prize opening. Control. Then, until the condition that either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined openable time elapses from the opening of the big prize opening is achieved. A control (cycle game) is performed in which the release is set as one round, and this is continued (repeated) a predetermined number of rounds. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a special winning opening / closing control means for performing control for opening / closing the special winning opening when the stop result mode becomes the special result mode. Further, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is out of order, the special figure 1 display 51a and the special figure 2 display 51b are controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a high probability state as a gaming state after the special gaming state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. This high probability state is a state in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. Moreover, even if it becomes a high probability state based on the result aspect of any of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure Both of the variable display games are in a high probability state.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a short-time state (ordinary high probability state) as a gaming state after the special gaming state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. At this time, in the short state, the probability (probability per ordinary figure) that is the hit result of the ordinary map change display game is set to a high probability (ordinary figure high probability state) higher than 0 that is the normal probability (ordinary figure low probability state). It is possible. As a result, control is performed so that the opening time of the normal variation winning device 37 per unit time is longer than when the normal variation winning device 37 is in the normal low probability state. Here, in the normal variation winning device 37 in the present embodiment, in the normal gaming state, the probability per ordinary figure is set to 0 so as not to open the door 37b.

  Also, in the short time state, the execution time of the normal map change display game (the normal map change time) is, for example, 500 milliseconds, and the normal map stop time for displaying the result of the normal map change display game is, for example, 600 milliseconds. When the normal variation winning game 37 is released as a result of the normal variation display game being won, the first stop symbol opening time (general power release time) and the number of releases (for example, 500 msec × 1), Opening time (general power opening time) of the second per stop symbol and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 msec × 2 times), opening time of the third per stop symbol (general power opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 ms ×) 3 times).

  In addition, the execution time of the general map variable display game, the general map stop time, the number of general power releases, and the general power open time are appropriately set so as to control the normal map variable display game and the normal variable winning device 37 to be in the short-time operation state. For example, in the short-time state, it is possible to control the execution time of the above-described normal variation display game (ordinary variation time) to be the second variation display time shorter than the first variation display time. (For example, 10,000 milliseconds is 1000 milliseconds). Further, in the short time state, it is possible to control the normal map stop time for displaying the result of the normal map change display game to be the second stop time shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 milliseconds). 704 ms). Also, in the short-time state, when the normal variation winning game 37 is released as a result of the normal-variation display game being won, the opening time (general power open time) is set to the normal state (low-probability state) It is possible to control so that the second opening time is longer than one opening time (for example, 100 msec is 1352 msec). In the short-time state, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 37 (the number of times of normal power release) is greater than the number of times of opening the first time (for example, 2 times) with respect to the result of one hit of the normal fluctuation display game. It is possible to set the number of times of opening (for example, 4 times) to the second opening number. Further, in the short-time state, the probability that the hit result of the normal map variation display game (probability per normal map) is higher than the normal probability (normal low probability state, for example, 0/251) in the normal operation state. High probability (usually high probability state, eg 250/251) is possible.

  In the short-time state, the normal variation winning device 37 is set to the open state by changing any one or more of the normal time fluctuation time, the normal time stop time, the number of normal power releases, the normal power release time, and the probability per normal time. Extend the time to change state more than usual. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of time-short states that are different from each other. Moreover, when it is a hit, either the first opening mode or the second opening mode may be selected. In this case, the selection probabilities of the first release mode and the second release mode may be different. Further, the high probability state and the short time state can be generated independently, and both can be generated simultaneously or only one can be generated.

  Hereinafter, control of the gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, the control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control device 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 9 performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 milliseconds).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, first, the process of prohibiting the interrupt (step S1) is performed, and then the start address of the area where the value of the register or the like is saved when the interrupt occurs. A stack pointer setting process (step S2) for setting a certain stack pointer is performed. Next, register bank 0 is designated (step S3), and the upper address of the RAM head address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S4). In the case of the present embodiment, the RAM address range is 0000h to 01FFh, the upper order is 00h or 01h, and the top 00h is set in step S4. Next, a firing stop signal is output to set the firing permission signal to a prohibited state (step S5). The launch permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a firing stop signal, and the launch of the game ball is prohibited.

  Thereafter, the state of the input port 1 (first input port 122) is read (step S6), and processing for setting a power-on delay timer is performed (step S7). In this process, by setting a predetermined initial value, a program of slave control means (for example, payout control apparatus 200 or effect control apparatus 300) that performs various controls in accordance with instructions from the game control apparatus 100 serving as the main control means. A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for normal startup is set. As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 is first started up, and the command is sent to the slave control device before the slave control device (for example, the payout control device 200 or the production control device 300) is started up. Can avoid missing commands. That is, the game control device 100 delays the start of the main control means (game control device 100) and waits for the start of the slave control devices (the payout control device 200, the effect control device 300, etc.) when the power is turned on. A standby means for setting the standby time is provided.

  In addition, the power-on delay timer is counted using a storage area (a RAM area or a register that is not subject to validity determination) that is not subject to RAM validity determination (checksum calculation). Thereby, when calculating check data such as the checksum of the RAM area, it is not necessary to exclude a part of the RAM area, so that it is possible to prevent the control at power-on from becoming complicated.

  Note that an initialization switch signal is input to the first input port 122, and the operation of the initialization switch 112 is reliably performed by reading the state of the first input port 122 before the start of the standby time. It can be detected. In other words, if the state of the initialization switch 112 is read after the standby time has elapsed, the initialization switch 112 is operated after waiting for the standby time to elapse, or the initialization switch 112 is operated from when the power is turned on until the standby time elapses. It is necessary to continue doing. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, it can be detected by operating immediately after turning on the power without performing such troublesome operations. Can be prevented from being accepted.

  After performing the process of setting the power-on delay timer (step S7), the process of measuring the standby time and monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the standby time (steps S8 to S12) is performed. First, the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read via the port and the data bus and the number of times (for example, twice) to be checked is set (step S8) to determine whether the power failure monitoring signal is on. Perform (step S9).

  If the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S9; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is on for the number of checks set in step S8 (step S10). If the power failure monitoring signal is not on for the number of checks (step S10; N), the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S9). If the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the number of checks (step S10; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, the power supply of the gaming machine is waited to be cut off. In this way, it is possible to prevent a power outage from being erroneously detected due to noise, etc., by determining that a power outage has occurred when the power outage monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period of time, and appropriately deal with problems at power-on. can do.

  That is, the game control device 100 serves as a power failure monitoring means for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during a predetermined standby time. As a result, it is possible to cope with a power failure that occurs during the period in which the activation of the game control device 100 that constitutes the main control means is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately deal with a problem at the time of power-on. Note that access to the RAM is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the stored contents at the time of the previous power shut-off are retained, so backup processing is performed when a power failure occurs here There is no need. For this reason, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, it is not necessary to back up the RAM, and the control burden can be reduced.

  On the other hand, when the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S9; N), that is, when a power failure has not occurred, the power-on delay timer is updated by -1 (step S11), and the timer value is 0? Is determined (step S12). If the value of the timer is not 0 (step S12; N), that is, if the standby time has not ended, the process returns to the process of setting the number of checks of the power failure monitoring signal (step S8). If the value of the timer is 0 (step S12; Y), that is, if the standby time has expired, access to a readable / writable RWM (read / write memory) such as a RAM or EEPROM is permitted (step S13). ), Off-data is output to all output ports (set to a state in which there is no output) (step S14).

  Next, a serial port (a port pre-installed in the gaming microcomputer 111 and used in this embodiment for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200) is set (step S15) and read first. Whether the initialization switch has been turned on is determined from the state of the first input port 122 (step S16).

  When the initialization switch is OFF (step S16; N), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is normal power interruption inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5Ah) (step S17). If so (step S17; Y), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 2 in the RWM is normal power interruption inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (step S18). If the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (step S18; Y), a checksum calculation process for calculating a checksum of a predetermined area in the RWM is performed (step S19). It is determined whether or not the checksums match (step S20). If the checksums match (step S20; Y), the process proceeds to step S21 in FIG.

  Further, when it is determined that the initialization switch is on (step S16; Y), or when it is determined that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (step S17; N or step S18; N). If it is determined that the checksum is not normal (step S20; N), the process proceeds to step S26 in FIG. 8 to perform initialization processing. That is, the initialization switch constitutes an initialization operation unit that can be operated from the outside, and the game control device 100 initializes the data stored in the RAM based on the operation of the initialization operation unit. Make.

  In step S21 of FIG. 8, the initial value at the time of power failure recovery is saved in the area to be initialized (step S21). The areas to be initialized here are a power failure inspection area, a checksum area, and an area related to error fraud monitoring. The busy signal status area for storing the state of the payout busy signal, which is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can accept the command, is also cleared, indicating that the state of the payout busy signal has not been determined. Undefined state. Similarly, the touch switch signal state monitoring area for storing the state of the touch switch signal is also cleared, and an undefined state indicating that the state of the touch switch signal has not been determined. Thereafter, an area for storing the game state in the RWM is examined to determine whether or not the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a high probability state (step S22). Here, when the special figure is not in high probability (step S22; N), steps S23 and S24 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S25. On the other hand, when the special figure is in a high probability (step S22; Y), the on-information is saved in the high probability notification flag area (step S23), for example, a high probability notification LED (error display) provided in the collective display device 50, for example. Data) is saved in the segment area (step S24). And the command at the time of the power failure restoration corresponding to the process number prepared in order to perform the special figure game process mentioned later reasonably is transmitted to an effect control board (effect control apparatus 300) (step S25), and step S31 Proceed to In the case of the present embodiment, in step S25, a model designation command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, a screen designation command (a customer waiting demonstration screen command if waiting for a customer, otherwise) If so, send multiple commands such as recovery screen commands). Depending on the model, in addition to these commands, an effect count information command and a high probability count information command are also transmitted.

  On the other hand, when jumping from step S16, S17, S18, S20 to step S26, the RAM access prohibited area is set to access permitted (step S26), and all the areas including the busy signal status area and the touch switch signal state monitoring area are set. The RAM area is cleared to 0 (step S27), and the RAM access prohibition area is set to access prohibition (step S28). Then, the initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in the area to be initialized (step S29). The area to be initialized here is an area relating to the setting of the customer waiting demonstration area and the production mode. And the command at the time of RAM initialization is transmitted to an effect control board (effect control apparatus 300) (step S30), and it progresses to step S31. In this embodiment, in step S30, a model designation command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, a RAM initialization command (a customer waiting demonstration screen is displayed and a predetermined time ( A plurality of commands such as a command for informing the RAM initialization with light and sound (for example, for 30 seconds) are transmitted. Depending on the model, in addition to these commands, an effect count information command and a high probability count information command are also transmitted.

  In step S31, a process of starting a CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed. The CTC circuit is provided in a clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113, and a timer interrupt signal having a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A based on the divided signal. And a CTC circuit for generating a signal CTC for giving a trigger for updating a random number supplied to the random number generation circuit.

  After the CTC activation process in step S31, a process for activating and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step S32). Specifically, the CPU 111A performs setting of a code (specified value) for starting the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Also, a bit transposition pattern of a hard random number (here, a big hit random number) generated by the hardware of the random number generation circuit is set. Bit transposition pattern is a method of permutation when the extracted random bit arrangement (the arrangement before the upper bit transposition) is replaced in a predetermined order and stored as a different bit arrangement (the arrangement after the lower bit transposition). It is a pattern that defines By replacing the bits of the random number according to this bit transposition pattern, the regularity of the random number can be broken and the confidentiality of the random number can be improved. The bit transposition pattern may be a fixed single pattern or may be selected from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. Further, the user may arbitrarily set it.

  Thereafter, the value of a predetermined register (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at the time of power-on is extracted, and various corresponding initial value random numbers (in the case of this embodiment, random numbers that determine the hit pattern of the special figure) RWM as the initial value (start value) of (big hit symbol random number, small hit symbol random number), random number that determines the hit of the normal figure (per random number), random number that determines the hit symbol of the normal figure (per hit random number) After saving to the area (step S33), the interruption is permitted (step S34). The random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in this embodiment is configured so that the initial value of the soft random number register changes every time the power is turned on. Therefore, this value is used as the initial value (start value) of various initial value random numbers. By doing so, it is possible to break the regularity of random numbers generated by software, making it difficult for a player to obtain illegal random numbers.

  Subsequently, an initial value random number update process (step S35) is performed for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers. Although not particularly limited, in the present embodiment, the big hit random number, the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the winning symbol random number are generated using random numbers generated in the random number generation circuit. It is configured as follows. However, the big hit random number is a so-called “high-speed counter” that is updated based on a clock having a speed equal to or higher than the operation clock of the CPU. The big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number are processed by the program. This is a “low-speed counter” that is updated on the basis of a CTC output (CTC (CTC2) different from CTC (CTC0) of timer interrupt processing) having the same cycle as the timer interrupt processing as a unit. In addition, in the big hit design random number, the small hit design random number, the hit random number, and the hit design random number, each time the random number makes a round, the initial value random number (generated by software) is used to change the start value. Is adopted. Each random number may be a counter update by +1 or −1, or may be a random update in which all values within the range appear without overlapping until one round is reached. That is, the big hit random number is a random number updated only by hardware, and the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number are random numbers updated by hardware and software.

  After the initial value random number update process in step S35, the number of times (for example, twice) for reading and checking the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 via the port and the data bus is set (step S36), It is determined whether the monitoring signal is on (step S37). If the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S37; N), the process returns to the initial value random number update process (step S35). That is, when no power failure has occurred, the initial value random number update processing and the power failure monitoring signal check (loop processing) are repeated. By permitting an interrupt before the initial value random number update process (step S35) (step S34), if a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number update process, the interrupt process is executed preferentially. Can be prevented from being interrupted by waiting for the initial value random number update process.

  The initial value random number update process in step S35 includes a method of performing the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process in addition to the main process. In order to avoid execution of the value random number update process, when performing the initial value random number update process in the main process, it is necessary to disable the interrupt and then update to cancel the interrupt. If the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process is not performed in the main process and only the main process is performed, there is no problem even if the interrupt is canceled before the initial value random number update process. There is an advantage that it is simplified.

  If the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S37; Y), it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is on for the number of checks set in step S36 (step S38). If the power failure monitoring signal is not on for the number of checks (step S38; N), the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S37). Further, when the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the number of checks (step S38; Y), that is, when it is determined that a power failure has occurred, processing for temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S39), all A process of outputting off data to the output port (step S40) is performed.

  Thereafter, the power failure inspection region check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection region 1 (step S41), and the power failure inspection region check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection region 2 (step S42). Further, after performing a checksum calculation process (step S43) for calculating a checksum when the RWM is powered off, and a process for saving the calculated checksum (step S44), a process for prohibiting access to the RWM (step S45). ) And wait for the gaming machine to be turned off. In this way, the check data is saved in the power failure inspection area and the checksum at the time of power shutoff is calculated to determine whether the information stored in the RWM before the power shut down is properly backed up. It can be judged at the time of re-input.

  From the above, the main control means (game control apparatus 100) for overall control of the game, and the slave control means (payout control apparatus 200, effect control apparatus 300, etc.) for performing various controls in accordance with instructions from the main control means. ), The main control means is a standby means (game control apparatus) for setting a predetermined standby time for delaying the start of the main control means and waiting for the start of the slave control device when the power is turned on. 100) and a power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the predetermined waiting time.

  The power supply device 400 includes a power supply device 400 that supplies power to various devices. The power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when the occurrence of a power failure is detected, and the power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) When a power failure monitoring signal is continuously received over a predetermined period, it is determined that a power failure has occurred.

  Further, the main control means (game control device 100) is based on the RAM 111C capable of storing data, the initialization operation unit (initialization switch) capable of being operated from the outside, and the operation of the initialization operation unit. An initialization means (game control device 100) for initializing data stored in the RAM 111C, and the operation state of the initialization means is read before the start of the waiting time.

  Further, the main control means (game control apparatus 100) permits access to the RAM 111C after the standby time has elapsed.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 9, the timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and the timer interrupt process of FIG. 9 is started.

  When timer interrupt processing is started, first, register bank 1 is designated (step S101). Switching to the register bank 1 is equivalent to performing a register saving process in which a value held in a predetermined register (for example, a register used in the main process) is transferred to the RWM. Next, the upper address of the RAM head address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S102). In step S102, the same processing as step S4 in the main processing is performed, but the register bank is different. Next, input processing (step S103) is performed to input from various sensors and switches and to acquire signals, that is, to read the state of each input port. Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step S104) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening solenoid 38b, general electric solenoid 37c) or the like is performed. Note that when a signal for stopping the firing is output in step S5 in the main process, a signal for permitting the firing is output by performing this output process, and the launch permitting signal can be set to the permitted state. This launch permission signal is output to the launch control device via the payout control device. At that time, no signal processing or the like is performed. In addition, the launch permission signal is a first signal indicating a launch permission state viewed from the game control device, and a second signal (launch permission signal) indicating the launch permission state viewed from the payout control device is also a payout control. Generated in the device and output to the launch controller. That is, when two launch permission signals are output to the launch control device and both are permitted to launch, the game ball can be launched.

  Next, a payout command transmission process (step S105), a random number update process 1 (step S106), and a random number update process 2 (step S107) for outputting commands set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control apparatus 200 are performed. After that, it is monitored whether there is a normal signal input from the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the usual gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, and the big winning port switch 38a, and error monitoring ( A prize opening switch / state monitoring process (step S108) is performed to determine whether the front frame or the glass frame is open. Also, a special figure game process (step S109) for performing a process related to the special figure variation display game and a general figure game process (step S110) for performing a process related to the common figure variation display game are performed.

Next, a segment LED editing process (step S111), which is provided in the gaming machine 10 and drives a segment LED that displays special information variation display game and various information related to the game to display desired contents, magnetic sensor 61 Magnet fraud monitoring process (step S112) that performs a process of checking the detection signal from the panel to determine whether there is an abnormality, and a panel radio wave fraud that performs a process of checking the detection signal from the panel radio wave sensor 62 to determine whether there is an abnormality A monitoring process (step S113) is performed. Then, external information editing processing (step S114) for setting signals to be output to various external devices in the output buffer is performed, and the timer interrupt processing is terminated.
Here, in the present embodiment, the process for restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process for allowing the interrupt) and the process for restoring the designation of the register bank (that is, the process for designating the register bank 0) Automatically at the time of the timer interrupt processing. Depending on the CPU used, there is a gaming machine that needs to instruct execution of processing for restoring the interrupt disabled state and processing for restoring the designation of the register bank.

[Special Figure Game Processing]
Next, the details of the special game process (step S109) in the timer interrupt process described above will be described. In the special figure game process, the input of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is monitored, the entire process related to the special figure variation display game is controlled, and the special figure display is set.

  As shown in FIG. 10, in the special figure game process, first, a start port switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring a winning of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is performed. In the start port switch monitoring process, when a game ball is won in the normal variable winning device 37 that forms the start winning port 36 and the second starting winning port, various random numbers (such as big hit random numbers) are extracted, and a special feature based on the winning is obtained. Prior to the start of the figure variation display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which a game result based on a prize is determined in advance.

  Next, a special winning opening switch monitoring process (step A2) is performed. In the special winning prize switch monitoring process, a process for monitoring the detection of a game ball at the special winning prize switch 38a provided in the special variable winning device 38 is performed.

  Next, if the special figure game processing timer is not "0", -1 is updated (step A3). The minimum value of the special figure game processing timer is set to “0”. Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure game process timer is “0” (step A4). When the value of the special figure game process timer is “0” (step A4; Y), that is, when the time has expired or has already expired, reference is made to branch to the process corresponding to the special figure game process number. The special figure game sequence branch table to be set is set in the register (step A5), and the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the special figure game process number is acquired using the table (step A6). Then, a subroutine call is made according to the special figure game process number (step A7).

In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “0”, the fluctuation start of the special figure fluctuation display game is monitored, the fluctuation start setting of the special figure fluctuation display game, the setting of the production, A special figure routine process (step A8) for setting information necessary for the process is performed.
In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “1”, special figure changing process for setting a special figure stop display time, setting information necessary for performing the special figure display process, etc. (Step A9) is performed.

  In step A7, if the special figure game process number is “2”, if the game result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, the fanfare command is set according to the type of the big hit, and the big winning opening for each big hit A special chart display process (step A10) is performed for setting the fanfare time according to the release pattern and setting information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval process.

In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “3”, setting of the opening time of the big prize opening, updating of the number of times of opening, setting of information necessary for performing the process during opening of the big prize opening, etc. are performed. Processing during fanfare / interval (step A11) is performed.
In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “4”, if the big hit round is not the final round, the interval command is set, while if it is the final round, the ending command is set, A special winning opening opening process (step A12) for setting information necessary for performing the ball process is performed.

In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “5”, if the big hit round is the final round, a process for setting a time for discharging the remaining balls in the big winning opening and a big hit end process are performed. A big winning opening remaining ball process (step A13) for setting information necessary for the execution is performed.
In step A7, if the special figure game process number is “6”, a big hit end process (step A14) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure routine process is performed.

In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “7”, in order to perform the process of setting the opening time / opening pattern of the big prize opening, the setting of the fanfare command, and the small hitting process when the small hit occurs A small hitting fanfare process (step A15) for setting necessary information and the like is performed.
In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “8”, a small hitting process (step A16) for setting an ending command and setting information necessary for performing the small hit remaining ball process is performed. .
In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “9”, a process for setting a time for discharging the remaining balls won in the big winning opening during the small hitting process, The small hit remaining ball processing (step A17) for setting information necessary for performing the above is performed.
In step A7, when the special figure game process number is “10”, a small hit end process (step A18) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure routine process is performed.

  Then, after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 1 indicator 51a (step A19), the symbol fluctuation | variation control process (step A20) which concerns on the special figure 1 indicator 51a is performed. And after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 2 indicator 51b (step A21), the symbol fluctuation control process (step A22) which concerns on the special figure 2 indicator 51b is performed, and a special figure game process is complete | finished. To do. On the other hand, if the value of the special figure game process timer is not “0” in step A4 (step A4; N), that is, if the time is not up, the process proceeds to step A19 and the subsequent processes are performed. Do.

  Note that the small hit is a result mode that does not involve the operation of the condition device, and the big hit is a special result that involves the operation of the condition device. The condition device is activated when a big hit occurs in the special figure fluctuation display game (stop display of the big hit symbol). It means that a specific flag for continuously operating the variable winning device 38 is set (actual accessory continuous operation device is operated). The fact that the condition device does not operate means that the aforementioned flag is not set as in the case of winning a small lottery. The “condition device” may be software means such as a flag that is turned on / off in software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is electrically turned on / off. In addition, the “condition device” is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies to this specification. It is used as a term having a meaning.

[Starter switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port switch monitoring process (step A1) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 11, in the start port switch monitoring process, first, a first start port (start winning port 36) winning monitoring table is prepared (step A101), and a hard random number acquisition process (step A102) is performed. It is determined whether or not there is a winning at one start opening (step A103).
If it is determined in step A103 that there is no winning at the first start opening (step A103; N), the process proceeds to step A106 and the subsequent processes are performed.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A103 that there is a winning at the first starting port (step A103; Y), a table for setting information on hold by the first starting port (starting winning port 36) is prepared. After (step A104), special figure start port switch common processing (step A105) is performed.

Next, a winning start monitoring table is prepared for the second starting opening (ordinary variable winning device 37) (step A106), and a hard random number acquisition process (step A107) is performed to determine whether or not there is a winning at the second starting opening. Determination is made (step A108).
If it is determined in step A108 that there is no winning at the second starting port (step A108; N), the starting port switch monitoring process is terminated.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A108 that there is a winning at the second starting port (step A108; Y), the ordinary electric accessory (ordinary variable winning device 37) is operating, that is, normal variation. It is determined whether or not the winning device 37 is in an open state in which a game ball can be won (step A109), and if it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory is operating (step A109; Y), a step is performed. The process proceeds to A111, and the subsequent processes are performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A109 that the ordinary electric accessory is not in operation (step A109; N), it is determined whether or not a normal electric power fraud has occurred (step A110).

  In determining whether the electric power fraud is occurring, it is determined that the fraud is occurring when the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the number of fraud determination (for example, 5). The normal variation winning device 37 cannot win a game ball in the closed state, and can win a game ball only in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or fraud has occurred. When there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of illegal wins. Then, when the number of illegal winnings counted in this way is equal to or larger than a predetermined fraud occurrence determination number (upper limit value), it is determined that fraud has occurred.

  If it is determined in step A110 that there is no fraudulent power transmission (step A110; N), a table for setting information on hold by the second starting port (ordinary variable winning device 37) is prepared (step A111). The start port switch common process (step A112) is performed, and the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. Further, when it is determined in step A110 that the power transmission fraud has occurred (step A110; Y), the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. That is, the second start memory is not generated any more.

[Hard random number acquisition processing]
Next, details of the hard random number acquisition processing (steps A102 and A107) in the above-described start port switch monitoring processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 12, in the hard random number acquisition process, first, information on no winning of the start target to be monitored among the first start port (start winning port 36) and the second start port (ordinary variable winning device 37) is obtained. It is set (step A121), and it is determined whether or not there is an input to the monitored start port switch among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A122). Then, when there is no input to the monitoring target start port switch (step A122; N), the hard random number acquisition process is terminated. On the other hand, if there is an input to the monitored start port switch (step A122; Y), the random number latch register status is read (step A123), and it is determined whether there is latch data in the target random number latch register (step A124). .

  If there is no latch data in the target random number latch register (step A124; N), that is, if no random number has been extracted, the hard random number acquisition process is terminated. If there is latch data in the target random number latch register (step A124; Y), the big hit random number extracted to the monitored hard random number latch register is loaded and prepared (step A125). Then, among the first start opening (start winning opening 36) and the second start opening (ordinary variable winning apparatus 37), the winning information of the monitoring start opening is set (step A126), and the hard random number acquisition process is performed. finish.

[Special figure start port switch common processing]
Next, the details of the special-purpose start port switch common process (steps A105 and A112) in the above-described start port switch monitoring process will be described. The special figure start port switch common process is a process performed in common for each input when there is an input from the start port 1 switch 36a or the start port 2 switch 37a.

  As shown in FIG. 13, in the special drawing start port switch common process, first, information on the number of winnings to the monitored start port switch among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is obtained from the gaming machine 10. The start port signal output count that is the output count to the external management device is loaded (step A131), the loaded value is updated by +1 (step A132), and it is determined whether the output count overflows (step A133). ). If the number of outputs does not overflow (step A133; N), the updated value is saved in the starter signal output number area of the RWM (step A134), and the process proceeds to step A135. On the other hand, if the number of outputs overflows (step A133; Y), the process proceeds to step A135. In the present embodiment, values from “0” to “255” can be stored in the start port signal output frequency area. When the loaded value is “255”, the updated value becomes “0” by +1 update, and it is determined that the output count overflows.

  Next, it is determined whether the number of special figure reservation (starting memory) to be updated corresponding to the monitoring target starter switch among the starter 1 switch 36a and the starter 2 switch 37a is less than the upper limit (step A135). When the number of special figure reservations to be updated is not less than the upper limit value (step A135; N), the special figure start port switch common process is terminated. If the number of special figure hold to be updated is less than the upper limit (step A135; Y), update the number of special figure hold to be updated (number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold) by +1 ( Step A136), the target start opening winning flag is saved (Step A137). Subsequently, the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the start port switch to be monitored and the special figure hold number is calculated (step A138), and the big hit random number prepared in step A125 is saved in the big hit random number storage area of the RWM ( Step A139). Next, the jackpot symbol random number of the starter switch to be monitored is extracted, prepared (step A140), and saved in the jackpot symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step A141).

Next, it is determined whether or not the first start opening (start winning opening 36) is won (step A142).
If it is determined in step A142 that the winning is not for the first start opening (step A142; N), the process proceeds to step A145.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A142 that the winning is to the first start opening (step A142; Y), a small hit symbol random number is extracted and prepared (step A143), and the RWM small hit symbol is selected. Save in the random number storage area (step A144).

Next, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are saved in the corresponding RWM fluctuation pattern random number storage area (step A145), and special figure hold information determination processing (step A146) is performed.
Next, a decoration special figure hold number command corresponding to the monitoring target start opening switch and the special figure hold number is prepared (step A147), and an effect command setting process (step A148) is performed to perform a special figure start opening switch common process. finish.

  Here, the game control device 100 (RAM 111C) extracts a predetermined random number based on the inflow of game balls to the start winning area of the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable winning device 37, and becomes the right to execute the variable display game. A start winning storage means for storing a predetermined number as an upper limit as a start memory is provided. In addition, the start winning storage means (game control device 100) stores various random numbers extracted based on the winning of the game balls to the first start winning opening (start winning opening 36) with a predetermined number as an upper limit. And various random number values extracted based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening (ordinary variable winning device 37) are stored as the second starting storage up to a predetermined number.

[Special figure hold information judgment processing]
Next, the details of the special figure hold information determination process (step A146) in the above-described start port switch common process will be described. The special figure hold information determination process is a look-ahead process for determining the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding start memory.

As shown in FIG. 14, first, the start opening prize flag saved in step A137 is checked to determine whether or not the first start opening (start winning opening 36) is won (step A151).
If it is determined in step A151 that the winning is not for the first start opening (step A151; N), the process proceeds to step A154.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A151 that the winning is to the first start opening (step A151; Y), it is determined whether or not the special drawing time is short (step A152).

If it is determined in step A152 that the special figure time is short (step A152; Y), the special figure hold information determination process is terminated.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A152 that the special drawing time is not short (step A152; N), it is determined whether the big hit or the small hit is being made (step A153).
In step A153, when it is determined that the big hit or the small hit is being made (step A153; Y), the special figure holding information determination processing is ended.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step A153 that no big hit or small hit is being made (step A153; N), it is determined whether or not the big hit is a big hit depending on whether or not the big hit random value matches the big hit determination value. A big hit determination process (step A154) is performed. If the determination result is a big hit (step A155; Y), a big hit symbol random number check table corresponding to the target starter switch is set (step A156), and the big hit symbol random number prepared in step A140 is corresponded. Stop symbol information is acquired (step A157), and the process proceeds to step A164.

On the other hand, if the determination result is not a big hit (step A155; N), it is determined whether or not the first start opening (start winning opening 36) is a win (step A158).
If it is determined in step A158 that the winning is not to the first start opening (step A158; N), the stop symbol information of the deviation is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A158 that the first start opening is won (step A158; Y), whether or not the big hit random number value matches the small hit determination value or not is a small hit. A small hit determination process (step A159) for determining whether or not. If the determination result is not a small hit (step A160; N), the stop symbol information for the outage is set (step A163), and the process proceeds to step A164.
On the other hand, if the determination result is a small hit (step A160; Y), a small hit symbol random number check table is set (step A161), and stop symbol information corresponding to the small hit symbol random number prepared in step A143 is obtained. (Step A162), and the process proceeds to step A164.

  Then, a pre-read stop symbol command corresponding to the target start opening switch and stop symbol information is prepared (step A164), and an effect command setting process is performed (step A165). Next, a special figure information setting process (step A166) for setting special figure information which is a parameter for setting a fluctuation pattern is performed, and a fluctuation pattern setting process for setting the fluctuation mode of the special figure fluctuation display game is performed (step S166). A167).

  After that, a pre-reading variation pattern command corresponding to the first half variation number indicating the first half variation pattern and the second half variation number representing the second half variation pattern in the variation mode of the special figure variation display game is prepared (step A168), and an effect command setting process is performed. (Step A169), the special figure hold information determination process is terminated. The special figure information setting process in step A166 and the fluctuation pattern setting process in step A167 are the same as the processes executed at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game in the special figure ordinary process.

  Through the above processing, a prefetch symbol command including the result of the special figure variation display game based on the start memory to be prefetched and a prefetch variation pattern command including information on the variation pattern in the special figure variation display game based on the start memory are prepared. And transmitted to the production control device 300. As a result, the determination result (prefetch result) of the result related information corresponding to the start memory (whether it is a big hit or the type of the fluctuation pattern) is controlled before the start timing of the special figure change display game based on the corresponding start memory. The device 300 can be notified, and in particular, by changing the decoration special figure start memory display displayed on the display device 41, the result related information is given to the player before the start timing of the special figure variable display game. It is possible to notify.

  That is, the game control device 100 determines the random number stored as the start memory in the start winning storage means (game control device 100) before the execution of the variable display game based on the start memory (for example, whether or not a special result is obtained). It is a pre-determination means. Note that the time when the random number value stored in correspondence with the start memory is determined in advance is not only at the start winning time when the start memory is generated, but any time before the variable display game based on the start memory is performed. Good.

[Big prize opening switch monitoring process]
Next, the details of the special winning opening switch monitoring process (step A2) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, in the special winning opening switch monitoring process, first, it is determined whether the value of the special game process number is “4”, that is, whether the special winning opening is being opened (step A201). . When the special winning opening is being opened (step A201; Y), the process proceeds to step A205. If the special winning opening is not being opened (step A201; N), it is determined whether the value of the special figure game process number is “5”, that is, whether the special winning opening remaining ball is being processed (step S201). A202).
If the winning prize remaining ball processing is in progress (step A202; Y), the process proceeds to step A205. If the winning ball remaining ball processing is not being performed (step A205; N), it is determined whether the value of the special figure game processing number is “8”, that is, whether the small hitting middle processing is being performed (step A203). ).
When the small hitting process is being performed (step A204; Y), the process proceeds to step A205. If the small hitting process is not in progress (step A203; N), it is determined whether the value of the special figure game process number is “9”, that is, whether the small hit remaining ball process is in progress (step A204).
Since the special figure game process number does not move to the next until the special figure game process timer becomes “0”, the progress of the game can be checked by the special figure game process number.

When the small hit remaining ball processing is not in progress (step A204; N), the big winning opening switch monitoring processing is terminated. If the small hit remaining sphere processing is in progress (step A204; Y), the processing proceeds to step A205.
Then, “0” is set to the winning counter (step A205), and it is determined whether or not there is an input to the big winning opening switch 1 (one big winning opening switch 38a) (step A206).

  If there is no input to the big prize opening switch 1 (step A206; N), it is determined whether there is an input to the big prize opening switch 2 (the other big prize opening switch 38a) (step A210). If there is an input to the special winning opening switch 1 (step A206; Y), a special winning opening count command is prepared (step A207) and an effect command setting process (step A208) is performed. Then, the winning counter is updated by +1 (step A209), and it is determined whether or not there is an input to the big prize opening switch 2 (the other big prize opening switch 38a) (step A210).

  If there is no input to the big winning opening switch 2 (step A210; N), it is determined whether the value of the winning counter is 0 (step A214). When there is an input to the special winning opening switch 2 (step A210; Y), a special winning opening count command is prepared (step A211), and an effect command setting process (step A212) is performed. Then, the winning counter is updated by +1 (step A213), and it is determined whether the value of the winning counter is 0 (step A214).

In the determination of whether the value of the winning counter is “0” (step A268), when the value of the winning counter is “0” (step A214; Y), the big winning opening switch monitoring process is terminated.
On the other hand, if the value of the winning counter is not “0” (step A214; N), it is determined whether or not the big winning opening remaining ball processing is being performed (step A215).
If the winning ball remaining ball processing is in progress (step A215; Y), the big winning mouth switch monitoring process is terminated. It is determined whether it is in the middle (step A216).
When the small hit remaining ball processing is being performed (step A216; Y), the big winning opening switch monitoring process is terminated, and when the small hit remaining ball processing is not being performed (step A216; N), the value of the winning counter (1 or 2) is added to the number of winning prizes (step A217), and it is determined whether or not the number of winning prizes exceeds an upper limit (the number of game balls that can be won in one round, for example, “9”) (step). A218).

  When the number of the big prize winning count is not equal to or greater than the upper limit (step A218; N), the special winning prize mouth switch monitoring process is terminated. Further, when the number of the big winning mouth count becomes equal to or larger than the upper limit (step A218; Y), the special winning mouth count number is kept at the upper limit (step A219), and the special game processing timer area is cleared to 0 ( Step A220), it is determined whether the small hitting is being processed (Step A221). When it is not under mid-hit processing (step A221; N), the big winning opening switch monitoring process is terminated, and when under middle hit processing (step A221; Y), the big win mouth control pointer area is small hit. The value of the end of the opening operation is saved (step A222), and the big prize opening switch monitoring process is ended. This closes the grand prize opening and ends one round.

[Special figure routine processing]
Next, the details of the special figure routine process (step A8) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 16, in the special figure normal processing, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 hold number (second start memory number) is “0” (step A301). If it is determined that the special figure 2 hold number is “0” (step A301; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 hold number (first start memory number) is “0” (step A306). Then, if it is determined that the special figure 1 holding number is “0” (step A306; Y), it is determined whether or not the customer waiting demonstration has been started (step A311). A311; N) sets a customer waiting demo flag in the customer waiting demo flag area (step A312).

  Subsequently, a customer waiting demonstration command is prepared (step A313), an effect command setting process (step A314) is performed, a special figure normal process transition setting process 1 (step A315) is performed, and the special figure normal process is terminated. . On the other hand, when the customer waiting demonstration has been started in step A311, (step A311; Y), the special figure normal process transition setting process 1 (step A315) is performed, and the special figure normal process is terminated.

In step A301, if the special figure 2 hold number is not “0” (step A301; N), a special figure 2 change start process (step A302) is performed, and the decorative special figure corresponding to the special figure 2 hold number is executed. A reservation number command is prepared (step A303), and an effect command setting process (step A304) is performed. Then, the special figure changing process transition setting process (step A305) of special figure 2 is performed, and the special figure usual process is terminated.
In step A306, when the special figure 1 hold number is not “0” (step A306; N), a special figure 1 fluctuation start process (step A307) is performed, and the decorative special figure corresponding to the special figure 1 hold number is executed. A reserve number command is prepared (step A308), and an effect command setting process (step A309) is performed. Then, the special figure changing process transition setting process (step A310) of special figure 1 is performed, and the special figure usual process is terminated.

  As described above, the special figure 2 hold count is checked before the special figure 1 hold count check. If the special figure 2 hold count is not “0”, the special figure 2 change start process (step A302). Will be executed. That is, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, when the game control device 100 has the second start memory in the second start memory means (game control device 100), the variable display game based on the second start memory is displayed as the variable display based on the first start memory. Priority control means for executing with priority over the game.

[Special figure transition setting process 1]
Next, the details of the special figure ordinary process transition setting process 1 (step A315) in the above-described special figure ordinary process and the special figure ordinary process transition setting process 1 (step A741) in the later-described special figure display process will be described. As shown in FIG. 17, in the special figure normal process transition setting process 1, first, “0” related to the special figure normal process is set as the process number (step A321), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area. (Step A322), and the variable symbol discrimination flag area is cleared (Step A323). Then, a fraud monitoring period flag is saved in the special prize opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A324), and the special figure normal process transition setting process 1 is terminated.

[Special Figure 1 Change Start Processing]
Next, the details of the special figure 1 variation start process (step A307) in the above-described special figure ordinary process will be described. The special figure 1 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the first special figure fluctuation display game. As shown in FIG. 18, first, a special figure 1 fluctuation flag indicating the type of special figure fluctuation display game to be executed (here, special figure 1) is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination area (step A331), and the first special figure fluctuation is performed. A jackpot flag 1 setting process (step A332) is performed to set the shift information and the jackpot information to the jackpot flag 1 for determining whether or not the display game is a jackpot.

  Next, after performing the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A333) related to the setting of the special figure 1 stop symbol (symbol information), the special figure which sets the special symbol information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern An information setting process (step A334) is performed to prepare a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern setting information table, which is a table in which information for referring to various information related to the setting of the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure fluctuation display game is set. (Step A335). Thereafter, a variation pattern setting process (step A336) for setting a variation pattern which is a variation mode in the first special figure variation display game is performed, and a variation start information setting process for setting variation start information of the first special figure variation display game. (Step A337) is performed, and the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is terminated.

[Special Figure 2 Variation Start Processing]
Next, details of the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step A302) in the above-described special figure ordinary process will be described. The special figure 2 fluctuation start process is a process performed at the start of the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the same process as the special figure 1 fluctuation start process shown in FIG. Is what you do.

  As shown in FIG. 19, first, a special figure 2 fluctuation flag indicating the type of special figure fluctuation display game to be executed (here, special figure 2) is saved in the fluctuation symbol discrimination area (step A341), and the second special figure fluctuation is performed. A jackpot flag 2 setting process (step A342) is performed for setting the shift information and jackpot information to the jackpot flag 2 for determining whether or not the display game is a jackpot.

  Next, after performing the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A343) relating to the setting of the special figure 2 stop symbol (symbol information), the special symbol for setting the special symbol information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern An information setting process (step A344) is performed to prepare a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern setting information table, which is a table in which information for referring to various information related to the setting of the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure fluctuation display game is set. (Step A345). Thereafter, a variation pattern setting process (step A346) for setting a variation pattern which is a variation mode in the second special figure variation display game is performed, and a variation start information setting process for setting variation start information of the second special figure variation display game. (Step A347) is performed, and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is terminated.

[Big hit flag 1 setting process]
FIG. 20 shows the big hit flag 1 setting process (step A332) in the above-described special figure 1 fluctuation start process. In the big hit flag 1 setting process, first, deviation information is saved in the small hit flag area (step A351), and deviation information is saved in the big hit flag 1 area (step A352). Next, a big hit random number is loaded from the RWM special figure 1 big hit random number storage area (for holding number 1), prepared (step A353), and the special figure big hit random number storage area (for holding number 1) is cleared to 0 (Step A354). Note that for the number of holdings 1 is an area for storing information (random numbers or the like) about the special figure starting storage whose digestion order is the earliest (here, the earliest in the special figure 1). Thereafter, a jackpot determination process (step A355) is performed for determining whether the prepared jackpot random number value matches the jackpot determination value or not.

  If the determination result of the big hit determination process (step A355) is a big hit (step A356; Y), the big hit information is overwritten and saved in the big hit flag 1 area where the loss information was saved in step A352 (step A357). ), The big hit flag 1 setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if the determination result of the big hit determination process (step A355) is not a big hit (step A356; N), whether the prepared big hit random number value matches the small hit determination value or not is a big hit. A small hit determination process (step A358) is performed to determine.

  If the determination result of the small hit determination process (step A358) is a small hit (step A359; Y), the small hit information is overwritten and saved in the small hit flag area in which the loss information is saved in step A351. (Step A360), the big hit flag 1 setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when the determination result of the small hit determination process (step A358) is not a small hit (step A359; N), the big hit flag 1 setting process is performed while saving the deviation information in both the big hit flag 1 area and the small hit flag area. finish. Thus, in the present embodiment, the result of the first special figure variation display game is any one of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “out of game”.

[Big hit flag 2 setting process]
FIG. 21 shows the big hit flag 2 setting process (step A342) in the above-described special figure 2 fluctuation start process. In the big hit flag 2 setting process, first, shift information is saved in the big hit flag 2 area (step A371). Next, a big hit random number is loaded from the RWM special figure 2 big hit random number storage area (for hold number 1), prepared (step A372), and the special figure 2 big hit random number storage area (for hold number 1) is cleared to 0 (Step A372). Note that for the number of reservations 1 is an area for storing information (random number or the like) about the special figure starting storage whose digestion order is the earliest (here, the earliest in the special figure 2). Thereafter, a jackpot determination process (step A374) is performed for determining whether the prepared jackpot random number value matches the jackpot determination value or not.

  If the determination result of the big hit determination process (step A374) is a big hit (step A375; Y), the big hit information is overwritten and saved in the big hit flag 2 area where the loss information is saved in step A371 (step A375). ), The big hit flag 2 setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if the determination result of the big hit determination process (step A374) is not a big hit (step A375; N), the big hit flag 2 setting process is terminated while the deviation information is saved in the big hit flag 2. As described above, in the present embodiment, the result of the second special figure fluctuation display game is either “big hit” or “out of game”.

[Big hit judgment processing]
FIG. 22 shows the big hit determination process (steps A154, A355, and A374) in the special figure hold information determination process, the big hit flag 1 setting process, and the big hit flag 2 setting process described above. In this jackpot determination process, first, a lower limit determination value of the jackpot determination value is set (step A381), and it is determined whether the value of the target jackpot random number is less than the lower limit determination value (step A382). The big hit means that the big hit random number matches the big hit determination value. The big hit judgment value is a plurality of consecutive values, and the big hit random number is greater than or equal to the lower limit judgment value that is the lower limit value of the big hit judgment value and less than or equal to the upper limit judgment value that is the upper limit value of the big hit judgment value It is determined that it is a big hit.

When the value of the big hit random number is less than the lower limit determination value (step A382; Y), the difference is set as the determination result (step A387), and the big hit determination process ends. Specifically, when the jackpot determination process is a jackpot determination process (step A355) in the jackpot flag 1 setting process, if the value of the jackpot random number is less than the lower limit determination value (step A382; Y), Since it is a small hit or miss, “other than big hit (small hit or miss)” is set as the determination result (step A387). On the other hand, when the jackpot determination process is the jackpot determination process (step A374) in the jackpot flag 2 setting process, the case where the value of the jackpot random number is less than the lower limit determination value (step A382; Y) is out of place. Therefore, “other than big hit (out of line)” is set as the determination result (step A387).
On the other hand, when the value of the big hit random number is not less than the lower limit determination value (step A382; N), it is determined whether or not the state is a high probability state (step A383).

  If it is in a high probability state (step A383; Y), an upper limit determination value with a high probability is set (step A384), and it is determined whether the value of the target big hit random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386). ). If not in the high probability state (step A383; N), an upper limit determination value with a low probability is set (step A385), and it is determined whether the value of the target big hit random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386). .

When the value of the big hit random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386; Y), the difference is set as the determination result (step A357), and the big hit determination process is terminated. Specifically, when the big hit determination process is the big hit determination process (step A355) in the big hit flag 1 setting process, when the value of the big hit random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386; Y), Since it is a hit or miss, “other than big hit (small hit or miss)” is set as the determination result (step A387). On the other hand, when the big hit determination process is the big hit determination process (step A374) in the big hit flag 2 setting process, the case where the value of the big hit random number is larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386; Y) is out of place. Then, “other than big hit (out of)” is set as the determination result (step A387).
If the value of the big hit random number is not larger than the upper limit determination value (step A386; N), that is, if it is a big hit, the big hit is set as the determination result (step A388), and the big hit determination process is terminated.

[Small hit judgment processing]
FIG. 23 shows the small hit determination process (steps A159 and A358) in the above-described special figure hold information determination process and the big hit flag 1 setting process. In this small hit determination process, first, a small hit lower limit determination value is set, and it is determined whether the value of the target big hit random number is less than the small hit lower limit determination value (step A391). Note that the small hit determination is performed using the same random number (big hit random number) as the big hit determination. In other words, “small hit” means that the big hit random number matches the small hit determination value. The small hit judgment value is a plurality of consecutive values, and the big hit random number is greater than or equal to the small hit judgment lower limit judgment value that is the lower limit value of the small hit judgment value, and the small hit judgment upper limit that is the upper limit value of the small hit judgment value. When it is less than or equal to the determination value, it is determined to be a small hit. Of course, the range of the big hit judgment value and the range of the small hit judgment value are set so as not to suffer.

When the value of the big hit random number is less than the small hit lower limit determination value (step A391; Y), that is, when it is out of place, a determination is made as a determination result (step A393), and the small hit determination processing is terminated.
If the value of the big hit random number is not less than the small hit lower limit determination value (step A391; N), a small hit upper limit determination value is set, and it is determined whether the value of the target big hit random number is larger than the small hit upper limit determination value. (Step A392).

When the value of the big hit random number is larger than the small hit upper limit determination value (step A392; Y), that is, when it is out of place, the determination result is set as out (step A393), and the small hit determination process is terminated.
If the value of the big hit random number is not larger than the small hit upper limit determination value (step A392; N), that is, if it is a small hit, a small hit is set as the determination result (step A394), and the small hit determination processing is terminated. To do.

[Special figure 1 stop symbol setting process]
FIG. 24 shows the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step A333) in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process described above. In the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process, first, it is determined whether the big hit flag 1 is a big hit (step A401). If it is a big hit (step A401; Y), the special figure 1 big hit symbol random number storage area (holding number 1) The jackpot symbol random number is loaded from (for step A402). Next, the special figure 1 big hit symbol table is set (step A403), the stop symbol number corresponding to the loaded big hit symbol random number is acquired, and saved in the special figure 1 stop symbol number area (step A404). By this process, the type of special result is selected.

  After that, the special symbol 1 big hit stop symbol information table is set (step A405), a stop symbol pattern corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, and saved in the stop symbol pattern area (step A406). The stop symbol pattern is for setting a stop symbol on the special symbol display (here, the special symbol 1 indicator 51a) or a stop symbol on the display device 41. Next, the round number upper limit value information corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired and saved in the round number upper limit information area (step A407), the time reduction determination data corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, and the time reduction determination is acquired. The data area is saved (step A408), and the production mode transition information corresponding to the stop symbol pattern and the probability state is saved (step A409). These pieces of information are for setting the execution mode of the special game state and the effect mode after the special game state ends. In the case of the present embodiment, the effect mode shifts in response to the hit, and the transition destination of the effect mode that shifts after the hit ends changes according to the type of winning symbol (type of big hit symbol or small hit). Also, when a special big hit symbol (for example, 6R probability variation symbol) in the special figure 1 becomes a special big winning symbol (for example, a 6R probability variation symbol), the transition destination effect mode becomes a certain probability variation depending on whether or not the gaming state is in certain probability variation. It is determined whether to shift to the production mode, which is difficult to distinguish whether it is the production mode or the probability variation. Then, a special decoration figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is prepared (step A418).

On the other hand, if the big hit flag 1 is not a big hit (step A401; N), it is determined whether the small hit flag is a small hit (step A410), and if it is a small hit (step A411; Y), the special figure 1 small hit is determined. The small hit design random number is loaded from the design random number storage area (for the number of holdings 1) (step A411). Next, the special figure 1 small hit symbol table is set (step A412), the stop symbol number corresponding to the loaded small hit symbol random number is acquired, and saved in the special figure 1 stop symbol number area (step A413).
Thereafter, a stop symbol pattern corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, saved in the stop symbol pattern area (step A414), and effect mode transition information corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is saved (step A415). Then, a special decoration figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is prepared (step A418).

  If the small hit flag is not a small hit (step A410; N), the stop symbol number at the time of loss is saved in the special symbol 1 stop symbol number region (step A416), and the loss stop symbol pattern is stored in the stop symbol pattern region. Save (step A417), and prepare a decorative special figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern (step A418). Through the above processing, a stop symbol corresponding to the result of the special figure variation display game is set.

  Thereafter, the decoration special figure command is saved in the decoration special figure command area (step A419), and an effect command setting process (step A420) is performed. This decoration special drawing command is transmitted to the effect control device 300 later. Then, the symbol data corresponding to the stop symbol number is saved in the test signal output data area (step A421), and the special figure 1 big hit symbol random number storage area (for holding number 1) is cleared to 0 (step A422). The small hit symbol random number storage area (for holding number 1) is cleared to 0 (step A423), and the special symbol 1 stop symbol setting process is terminated.

[Special figure 2 stop symbol setting process]
FIG. 25 shows the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step A343) in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process described above. In the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process, it is first determined whether the big hit flag 2 is a big hit (step A431). If the big hit flag 2 is a big hit (step A431; Y), the special figure 2 big hit symbol random number storage area (holding number 1) ) Is loaded with the jackpot symbol random number (step A432). Next, the special figure 2 big hit symbol table is set (step A433), the stop symbol number corresponding to the loaded big hit symbol random number is acquired, and saved in the special figure 2 stop symbol number area (step A434). By this process, the type of special result is selected.

  Thereafter, the special symbol 2 big hit stop symbol information table is set (step A435), a stop symbol pattern corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, and saved in the stop symbol pattern area (step A436). The stop symbol pattern is used for setting a stop symbol on the special symbol display (here, special symbol 2 indicator 51b) or a stop symbol on the display device 41. Next, the round number upper limit information corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, saved in the round number upper limit information area (step A437), the time reduction determination data corresponding to the stop symbol number is acquired, and the time reduction determination is acquired. The data area is saved (step A438), and the presentation mode transition information corresponding to the stop symbol pattern and the probability state is saved (step A439). These pieces of information are for setting the execution mode of the special game state and the effect mode after the special game state ends. Further, in the case of this embodiment, in the big hit in the special figure 2, regardless of the big hit symbol, the destination production mode becomes a dedicated production mode in which the probability change is confirmed. Then, a special decoration figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is prepared (step A442).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag 2 is not big hit (step A431; N), the stop symbol number at the time of loss is saved in the special symbol 2 stop symbol number region (step A440), and the loss stop symbol pattern is saved in the stop symbol pattern region. (Step A441), a special decoration command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is prepared (Step A442). Through the above processing, a stop symbol corresponding to the result of the special figure variation display game is set.

  Thereafter, the decoration special figure command is saved in the decoration special figure command area (step A443), and an effect command setting process (step A444) is performed. This decoration special drawing command is transmitted to the effect control device 300 later. Then, the symbol data corresponding to the stop symbol number is saved in the test signal output data area (step A445), and the special figure 2 big hit symbol random number storage area (for holding number 1) is cleared to 0 (step A446). 2. The stop symbol setting process is terminated.

  In other words, the game control device 100 executes the first variation display game as the variation display game based on the detection of the game ball at the first start prize opening (start prize winning hole 36), and the second start prize opening (ordinary variable prize winning). Based on the detection of the game ball by the device 37), a variation display game executing means for executing the second variation display game as the variation display game is provided. In addition, the game control device 100 serves as a variable display game execution control unit that controls the execution of the variable display game based on the determination result by the determination unit (game control device 100).

[Special figure information setting process]
Next, details of the special figure information setting process (steps A166, A334, and A344) in the special figure hold information determination process, the special figure 1 fluctuation start process, and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process described above will be described. In the case of this embodiment, the probability state (low / high probability, with / without time) does not affect the distribution of changes, and the effect mode managed by the game control device 100 affects the distribution of changes. In the effect mode, one effect mode is set from a plurality of effect modes in accordance with the probability state, the presence / absence of the short time state, the progress of the special figure variation display game, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 26, in the special figure information setting process, first, the first half variation group selection pointer table is set (step A451), and the first half variation group selection pointer corresponding to the effect mode information is acquired (step A452).
Next, the first-half variation group selection offset table is set (step A453), and offset data corresponding to the target special figure holding number and the stop symbol pattern is acquired (step A454).
Next, the first-half variation group selection pointer and offset data are added (step A455), and the value obtained by the addition is saved in the variation distribution information 1 area (step A456). As a result, the variable distribution information 1 generated based on the stop symbol type, the number of holds, and the effect mode is saved in the variable distribution information 1 area. The fluctuation distribution information 1 is a table pointer for distributing the first half fluctuation (fluctuation mode until the start of reach), and is used to select a fluctuation group later. However, depending on the specifications of the model, since the fluctuation time is shortened only when there is a large number when the number of holdings is large, the number of holdings does not affect the distribution of the first half fluctuation as a result. A variation group includes a plurality of variation patterns. When determining a variation pattern, the variation group is first selected, and then one variation pattern is selected from the variation group. ing.

Next, the latter half variation group selection pointer table is set (step A457), and the latter half variation group selection pointer corresponding to the effect mode information is acquired (step A458).
Next, the second half variation group selection offset table is set (step A459), and offset data corresponding to the target special figure holding number and the stop symbol pattern is acquired (step A460).
Next, the latter half variation group selection pointer and the offset data are added (step A461), the value obtained by the addition is saved in the variation distribution information 2 area (step A462), and the special figure information setting process is terminated. As a result, the variable distribution information 2 generated based on the type of stop symbol, the number of holds, and the effect mode is saved in the variable distribution information 2 area. This fluctuation distribution information 2 is a table pointer for distributing the latter half fluctuation (reach type (including no reach)), and is used later to select a fluctuation group. However, the reach rate changes according to the number of holds only in the case of a loss (the reach rate becomes low when the number of holds is large). Does not affect.

[Variation pattern setting process]
Next, details of the above-described special figure hold information determination process, special figure 1 fluctuation start process, and fluctuation pattern setting process (steps A167, A336, A346) in the special figure 2 fluctuation start will be described. Note that the fluctuation patterns are the first half fluctuation pattern that is a fluctuation mode from the start of the special figure fluctuation display game to the reach state, and the second half fluctuation that is a fluctuation aspect from the reach state to the end of the special figure fluctuation display game. First, the second half variation pattern is set first, and then the first half variation pattern is set.

  As shown in FIG. 27, in the variation pattern setting process, first, a variation group selection address table is set (step A471), and the address of the latter half variation group table corresponding to the variation distribution information 2 is acquired and prepared (step A472), the fluctuation pattern random number 1 is loaded from the target fluctuation pattern random number 1 storage area (for holding number 1) and prepared (step A473). In the present embodiment, the structure of the latter-half variation group table differs depending on whether it is a hit or not. Specifically, the hit use has a 1-byte size and the out-use use has a 2-byte size. The hit occurrence rate is lower than the occurrence rate of loss, and even 1 byte is sufficient. Therefore, from the viewpoint of saving the data capacity, the use is 1 byte size. Therefore, only the lower value of the 2-byte variation pattern random number 1 is used for the hit. In addition, the occurrence rate of deviation is higher than the occurrence rate of hits, and in order to make more various effects appear, the size for removal is a 2-byte size.

  Then, it is determined whether or not the result of the special figure variation display game is out of place (step A474). If it is out of place (step A474; Y), a 2-byte distribution process (step A475) is performed, and step A477 is executed. Transition to processing. On the other hand, if it is not out of step (step A474; N), a sorting process (step A476) is performed, and the process proceeds to step A477.

  Then, the address of the latter half fluctuation selection table obtained as a result of the distribution is acquired and prepared (step A477), and the fluctuation pattern random number 2 is loaded from the target fluctuation pattern random number 2 storage area (for the number of holdings 1), Prepare (Step A478). Then, a sorting process (step A479) is performed, the latter half variation number obtained as a result of the sorting is acquired and saved in the latter half variation number area (step A480). By this process, the latter half fluctuation pattern is set.

  Next, the first half variation group table is set (step A481), and a table selection pointer is calculated based on the variation distribution information 1 and the second half variation number (step A482). Then, the address of the first half variation selection table corresponding to the calculated pointer is acquired and prepared (step A483), and the variation pattern random number 3 is loaded from the target variation pattern random number 3 storage area (for the number of holdings 1). (Step A484). Thereafter, a sorting process (step A485) is performed, the first half variation number obtained as a result of the sorting is acquired, saved in the first half variation number area (step A486), and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. By this processing, the first half variation pattern is set, and the variation pattern of the special figure variation display game is set. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a variation pattern setting means for setting a variation pattern that is a game execution mode from among a plurality of variations.

[Variation start information setting process]
Next, details of the change start information setting process (steps A337 and A347) in the above-described special figure 1 fluctuation start process and special figure 2 fluctuation start process will be described. As shown in FIG. 28, in the change start information setting process, first, the random number storage areas of the target change pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are cleared (step A491). Next, the first half variation time value table is set (step A492), and the first half variation time value corresponding to the first half variation number is acquired (step A493). Further, the latter half variation time value table is set (step A494), and the latter half variation time value corresponding to the latter half variation number is acquired (step A495).

  Then, the first half variation time value and the second half variation time value are added (step A496), and the added value is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A497). Thereafter, a variation command (MODE) corresponding to the first variation number is prepared (step A498), a variation command (ACTION) corresponding to the second variation number is prepared (step A499), and an effect command setting process is performed (step A500). ). Next, the special symbol hold number corresponding to the variation symbol discrimination flag is updated by -1 (step A501), and the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the variation symbol discrimination flag is set (step A502). Next, the random number storage area is shifted (step A503), the empty area after the shift is cleared (step A504), and the variation start information setting process is terminated.

  Through the above processing, information related to the start of the special figure variation display game is set. That is, the game control device 100 serves as a determination unit that determines various random values stored in the start storage unit (game control device 100). Further, the game control device 100 serves as a variation pattern determining means capable of determining a variation pattern of identification information executed in the variation display game based on the determination information of the start memory.

  Information regarding the start of the special figure variation display game is transmitted to the effect control device 300 later, and the effect control device 300 responds to the determined variation pattern based on the reception of the information regarding the start of the special figure variation display game. To set the detailed contents of the decoration special map change display game. The information related to the start of the special figure variation display game includes a decoration special figure hold number command including information related to the start memory number (holding number), a decoration special figure command including information related to the stop symbol, and a fluctuation of the special figure variation display game. A variation command including information related to the pattern and a stop information command including information related to extension of the stop time are listed, and the commands are transmitted to the effect control device 300 in this order. In particular, by transmitting the decoration special figure command before the variation command, the processing in the effect control device 300 can be efficiently advanced.

[Special figure changing process transition setting process (Special figure 1)]
FIG. 29 shows a special-figure changing process transition setting process (special figure 1) (step A310) in the special-figure normal process. In this special figure changing process transition setting process (special figure 1), first, “1” is set as the process number (step A511), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A512).

  Then, the customer waiting demo flag area is cleared (step A513), and a signal related to the start of fluctuation in FIG. 1 (for example, the special symbol 1 fluctuation signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A514). Thereafter, the changing flag is saved in the special figure 1 fluctuation control flag area (step A515), and the initial value of the blinking control timer (timer of the blinking period of the special figure 1 display 51a) is saved in the special figure 1 blink control timer area. Here, 52 ms) is set (step A516), and the special figure changing process transition setting process (special figure 1) is terminated.

[Special figure changing process transition setting process (Special figure 2)]
FIG. 30 shows the special-fluctuation changing process transition setting process (special figure 2) (step A305) in the special-figure normal process. In this special figure changing process transition setting process (special figure 2), first, “1” is set as the process number (step A521), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A522).

  Then, the customer waiting demonstration flag area is cleared (step A523), and a signal related to the start of fluctuation in the special figure 2 (for example, the special symbol 2 fluctuation signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A524). Thereafter, the changing flag is saved in the special figure 2 fluctuation control flag area (step A525), and the initial value of the blinking control timer (timer of the blinking period of the special figure 2 display 51b) is saved in the special figure 2 blinking control timer area. Here, 104 ms) is set (step A526), and the special figure changing process transition setting process (special figure 2) is terminated.

[Special figure changing process]
Next, the details of the special figure changing process (step A9) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 31, in the special figure changing process, first, the display time corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is set (step A601), and the set display time is saved in the special figure game process timer area (step A602). ). In the case of the present embodiment, when the stop symbol pattern is an outlier symbol pattern, the display time is set to 600 ms, and when the stop symbol pattern is a jackpot symbol pattern, the display time is set to 600 ms. When the pattern is a small hit symbol pattern, 600 ms is set as the display time.
Subsequently, the special figure display process transition setting process (step A603) is performed, and the special figure display process is terminated. That is, the game control device 100 serves as stop time setting means for setting a stop time for displaying the stop result mode of the variable display game.

[Special map display process transition setting process]
FIG. 32 shows the special figure display mid-process transition setting process (step A603) in the special figure changing process described above. In this special figure display process transition setting process, first, the process number “2” related to the special figure display process is set (step A611), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A612).

  Next, a signal related to the end of change in Special Figure 1 (for example, special signal 1 changing signal OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (Step A613), and a signal related to the end of change in Special Figure 2 (for example, special design) (2 in-flight signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A614), and the control timer is initially set in the symbol determination number signal control timer area related to the number of times of execution of the special figure variable display game for output to the external information terminal. A value (for example, 256 milliseconds) is saved (step A615). After that, as information for controlling the special figure 1 fluctuation display game in the special figure 1 display 51a, a stop flag related to the variable stop in the special figure 1 display 51a is saved in the special figure 1 fluctuation control flag area (step A616). ) As the information for controlling the special figure 2 fluctuation display game in the special figure 2 display 51b, the stop flag related to the fluctuation stop in the special figure 2 display 51b is saved in the special figure 2 fluctuation control flag area (step). A617), the special figure changing process transition setting process is terminated.

[Special figure display processing]
Next, the details of the special figure display process (step A10) in the special figure game process described above will be described. As shown in FIGS. 33 and 34, in the special figure display process, first, the small hit flag set in the big hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is loaded (step A701), and the RWM Processing for clearing the small hit flag area (step A702) is performed.
Next, the big hit flag 1 set in the big hit flag 1 setting process in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process and the big hit flag 2 set in the big hit flag 2 setting process in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process are loaded. (Step A703), a process of clearing the RWM big hit flag 1 area and the big hit flag 2 area (step A704) is performed. Then, it is determined whether or not the loaded big hit flag 2 is a big hit (step A705), and if it is determined that the big hit is a big hit (step A705; Y), the big hit (special figure 2 big hit) of the second special figure variation display game is started. (For example, the condition device operating signal ON, the accessory continuous operating device operating signal ON, and the special symbol 2 signal ON) are saved in the test signal output data area of the RWM (step A708), A round number upper limit value table is set (step A709).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A705 that the big hit flag 2 is not a big hit (step A705; N) as a result of the check of the big hit flag 2, it is determined whether the loaded big hit flag 1 is a big hit (step A706), and the big hit (step A705). If A706; Y) is determined, a test signal related to the start of the big hit (special figure 1 big hit) of the first special figure variation display game (for example, the condition device operating signal ON, the accessory continuous operating device active signal ON, The special symbol 1 signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area of the RWM (step A707), and processing for setting the round number upper limit value table (step A709) is performed.

  After performing the process of setting the round number upper limit table (step A709), the round number upper limit value corresponding to the round number upper limit information (in the present embodiment, “16” or “6”) is acquired, and the RWM Is saved in the round number upper limit area (step A710). Subsequently, a round LED pointer corresponding to the round number upper limit value information is acquired and saved in the round LED pointer area of the RWM (step A711).

  Next, a decoration special figure command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern is loaded from the decoration special figure command area of the RWM, prepared (step A712), and an effect command setting process (step A713) is performed. Thereafter, a probability information command related to information for setting the probability of the hit result in the normal map variation display game and the special map variation display game to be a normal probability state (low probability state) is prepared (step A714), and an effect command setting process is performed. (Step A715) is performed. Subsequently, a fanfare command corresponding to the round number upper limit value is prepared (step A716), and an effect command setting process (step A717) is performed.

  Next, the prize winning opening release information and the signal corresponding to the probability state of the winning result in the normal figure fluctuation display game and the special figure fluctuation display game are saved in the external information output data area of the RWM (step A718). In the case of the present embodiment, in step A718, two jackpot signals and three jackpot signals are saved as signals corresponding to the winning prize opening information and the probability state. Each ON / OFF is determined by the special winning opening information and the probability state. For example, the jackpot 2 signal is ON when the jackpot is a jackpot with a ball (the jackpot opening information is other than the jackpot opening information 1), and the jackpot without a ball (the so-called sudden hit jackpot. When the information is the big prize opening information 1), it is ON if it is a big hit in the short time state, and is OFF otherwise. The big hit 3 signal is ON when the big hit has a ball and is OFF when the big hit has no ball.

  After that, the winning prize opening information and the jackpot fanfare time (for example, 5000 msec, 4700 msec, 7700 msec, or 300 msec) corresponding to the state of the probability of being a hit result in the ordinary map variation display game and the special map variation display game. It is set (step A719), and the set big hit fanfare time is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A720). Then, the special game mode flag is loaded, and the loaded flag is saved in the special game mode flag save area (step A721). As a result, information on the probability state and the short time state of the special figure when the special result occurs is stored. Then, the effect mode after the end of the special gaming state is determined based on the information stored later.

  Then, the large winning mouth illegal prize number area of the big winning mouth (special variable winning device 38) corresponding to the big winning opening information is cleared (Step A722), and the big winning opening corresponding to the big winning opening information is cleared. The fraud monitoring period outside flag is saved in the mouth fraud monitoring period flag area (step A723). Thereafter, fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1 (step A724) is performed, and the special figure display process is terminated. In other words, the special game in which the game control device 100 converts the special variable winning device 38 to the open state based on the result being a special result in either the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game. Special gaming state generating means for generating a state is provided.

On the other hand, if the big hit flag 1 is not big hit in step A706 (step A706; N), it is determined whether the loaded small hit flag is a small hit (step A725).
If it is determined in step A725 that the small hit flag is a small hit (step A725; Y), the high probability variation frequency update process (step A726), the production mode information check process related to the production mode setting (step A727). ) To determine whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a high probability state (step A728).

When it is determined in step A728 that the special figure is not in high probability (step A728; N), the special decoration command is loaded from the special decoration command area, prepared (step A729), and the production command is set. Processing (step A730) is performed. Next, a small hitting fanfare command is prepared (step A731), an effect command setting process (step A732) is performed, and the process proceeds to step A733.
If it is determined in step A728 that the special figure has a high probability (step A728; Y), the process proceeds to step A733. As described above, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a high probability state, the big winning opening is opened by occurrence of a small hit, but the occurrence of the small hit is a game. The screen displayed on the display device 41 is not changed in order to prevent the person from being aware of it.
Then, the special figure game mode flag is loaded, and the loaded flag is saved in the special figure game mode flag saving area (step A733). Thereafter, the small hitting fanfare mid-process transition setting process 1 (step A734) is performed, and the special figure display mid-process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step A725 that the small hit flag is not a small hit (step A725; N), the high probability variation frequency update process (step A735), the production mode information check process related to the production mode setting (step A735). A736) is performed, a remaining switching preparation rotation speed corresponding to the effect mode number is set (step A737), and it is determined whether or not the remaining effect rotation speed matches the remaining switching preparation rotation speed (step A738). The remaining number of rotations for preparation for switching may be a different value (number of rotations) in all the effect modes of the plurality of effect modes, or the same value in any effect mode of the plurality of effect modes. (Number of rotations) may be used, or the same value (number of rotations) may be used in all the effect modes of the plurality of effect modes.
If it is determined in step A738 that the remaining rotation speed for production and the remaining rotation speed for switching preparation do not match (step A738; N), special figure normal process transition setting process 1 (step A741) is performed to display the special figure. End the middle process.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step A738 that the remaining production rotation speed matches the remaining switching preparation rotation speed (step A738; Y), a production mode switching preparation command is prepared (step A739), and production command setting is performed. After performing the process (step A740), the special figure normal process transition setting process 1 (step A741) is performed, and the special figure display process is terminated. The production mode switching preparation command is a command for preventing the pre-reading production from being performed several rotations before the production mode is switched, and the production mode switching preparation command is transmitted to the production control device 300, thereby producing the production across modes. It is possible to prevent contradiction from occurring.

[High probability change count update processing]
Next, the details of the high-probability fluctuation number update process (steps A726 and A735) in the above-described special figure display process will be described. As shown in FIG. 35, in the high probability variation number update process, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure has a high probability (during a high probability state) (step A751). If the special figure is not in high probability (step A751; N), the high probability variation frequency update process is terminated. If the special figure has a high probability (step A751; Y), the high probability change count is updated by -1 (step A752), and it is determined whether the high probability change count is "0" (step A753). ).

If the high probability variation number is not “0” (step A753; N), the high probability variation number update process is terminated. When the number of high-probability fluctuations is “0” (step A753; Y), the high-probability notification flag area is cleared (step A754), and a signal related to high-probability end (for example, two jackpot signals are turned off) ) Is saved in the external information output data area.
Next, signals related to the end of the high probability state and the short time state (for example, the special symbol 1 high probability state signal is OFF, the special symbol 2 high probability state signal is OFF, the special symbol 1 variation time reduction state signal is OFF, and the special symbol 2 variation is Save the time shortening state signal OFF and the normal symbol 1 high probability state signal OFF) in the test signal output data area. In addition, there is a state of “high probability & short time” and a state of “high probability & short time”, and even in the special figure high probability, only the probability state changes, so the normal symbol 1 fluctuation time shortened state signal and The normal electric accessory 1 open extension state signal is always OFF.

Next, a timeless number is saved in the game state display number area (step A757), and the ordinary low probability flag is saved in the ordinary game mode flag area (step A758).
Next, a special figure low probability & no short time flag is saved in the special figure game mode flag area (step A759), and the high probability variation number update process is terminated.

[Direction mode information check processing]
Next, the details of the effect mode information check process (steps A727 and A736) in the above special figure display process will be described. As shown in FIG. 36, in the effect mode information check process, first, it is determined whether the next mode transition information is a no-update code (step A771). If the next mode transition information is a no-update code (step A771; Y), the effect mode information check process is terminated. In this case, the effect mode is not changed according to the number of executed special figure variation display games, and for example, the effect mode that continues until the next big hit in the high probability state is selected. .

  If the next mode transition information is not a no-update code (step A771; N), the effect remaining number of revolutions, which is the number of executions of the special figure variable display game until the change of the effect mode, is updated by -1 (step A772). Then, it is determined whether or not the remaining rotational speed of the effect has become “0” (step A773). If the effect remaining rotational speed is not “0” (step A773; N), the effect mode information check process is terminated. In addition, when the remaining rotation number of the effect becomes “0” (step A773; Y), that is, when the effect mode is changed from the next special figure variation display game, an effect mode information address table is set (step A774). Then, the address of the table corresponding to the next mode transition information is acquired (step A775).

  Then, the effect mode number of the effect mode to be transferred is acquired, saved in the effect mode number area in the RWM (step A776), the remaining effect rotation speed of the effect mode to be transferred is acquired, and the remaining effect rotation speed in the RWM is acquired. Save to the area (step A677), acquire the next mode transition information of the effect mode to be transferred, and save in the next mode transition information area in the RWM (step A678). Thereafter, a probability information command corresponding to the newly set effect mode number is prepared (step A779), and it is determined whether the prepared probability information command matches the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A780). When the prepared probability information command matches the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A780; Y), that is, when the state of the probability has not changed, the effect mode information check process is terminated.

If the prepared probability information command does not match the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A780; N), the prepared probability information command is saved in the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A782). An effect command setting process (step A782) is performed.
Next, an effect rotation speed command corresponding to the newly set effect remaining speed is prepared (step A783), and an effect command setting process (step A784) is performed.
Next, a high probability variation number command corresponding to the high probability variation number is prepared (step A785), an effect command setting process (step A786) is performed, and the effect mode information check process is terminated. As a result, it is possible to perform an effect of notifying the switching before the specified rotational speed for switching the effect mode. Since the game control device 100 manages the production mode in this way, for example, control such as generation of a specific reach only in a specific production mode can be performed, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1]
Next, the details of the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1 (step A724) in the above special figure display process will be described. As shown in FIG. 37, in the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1, first, “3”, which is the process number related to the fanfare / interval process, is set (step A791) and processed in the special figure game process number area. The number is saved (step A792).

  Next, a signal related to the start of the big hit (special gaming state) (for example, one big hit signal is ON (output with big hit + small hit), and four big hits are ON (output with big hit)) is saved in the external information output data area. (Step A793), a signal related to the end of the high probability state and the short time state (for example, the special symbol 1 high probability state signal is OFF, the special symbol 2 high probability state signal is OFF, the special symbol 1 variable time shortening state signal is OFF, special The symbol 2 variation time shortening state signal is OFF and the normal symbol 1 high probability state signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A794). In addition, even during the special figure high probability, since only the probability state changes, the normal symbol 1 variation time shortening state signal and the normal electric accessory 1 open extension state signal are always OFF. Thereafter, the number of rounds area for managing the number of rounds executed in the special game state is cleared (step A795), the number without time is saved in the game state display number area (step A796), and the normal game mode flag Save the ordinary low probability flag in the area (step A797).

  Then, the variable symbol determination flag area is cleared (step A798), and the high probability notification flag is used to turn off the gaming state display LED (third gaming state display unit 58) provided on the gaming board 30 related to the display of the high probability state. The area is cleared (step A799), and the special figure low probability & short time flag is saved in the special figure game mode flag area (step A800). Next, a probability information command (low probability) is saved in the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery to save the command output to the production control device 300 at the time of power failure recovery (step A801), and the special figure change that can be executed in a high probability state The high probability variation frequency area for managing the number of times of the display game is cleared (step A802). As a result, the high-probability state and the short-time state are terminated, and the normal probability state and the normal state are obtained.

  Thereafter, the number of effect mode 1 is saved in the effect mode number area (step A803), and the effect remaining rotation speed area is cleared (step A804). Then, the no-update code is saved in the next mode transition information area (step A805), and the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 1 is terminated. As a result, the information on the effect mode is once cleared with the occurrence of the special game state.

[Small hit fanfare mid-process transition setting process 1]
Next, details of the small hit fanfare mid-process transition setting process 1 (step A734) in the above-described special figure display mid-process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 38, in the small hitting fanfare process transition setting process 1, first, “7” relating to the small hitting fanfare process is set as the process number (step A811), and the process number is designated as the special game process. Save in the number area (step A812).

  Next, the small hit fanfare time (for example, 0.3 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A813), and a signal related to the start of the small hit game (for example, one big hit signal is turned ON (large hit + small hit is output) )) Is saved in the external information output data area (step A814), and a signal related to the start of the small hit game (for example, the special symbol 1 small hit signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A815).

  Next, the winning prize mouth illegal winning number area is cleared (step A816), the fraud monitoring non-period monitoring flag is saved in the big winning opening illegal monitoring period flag area (step A817), and the small hit fanfare mid-process transition setting process 1 is executed. finish.

[Fanfare / In-interval processing]
Next, the details of the fanfare / interval process (step A11) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 39, in the fanfare / interval processing, first, the number of rounds in the special gaming state is updated by +1 (step A901), and a round command corresponding to the number of rounds in the special gaming state is prepared (step A902). Then, an effect command setting process (step A903) is performed.

After that, a special winning opening operation determination table is set (step A904), an opening switching determination value corresponding to the big winning opening information is acquired (step A905), and the number of rounds in the special game state is acquired opening switching determination. It is determined whether it is larger than the value (step A906).
When the number of rounds is larger than the opening switching determination value (step A906; Y), the large winning opening opening time for short opening (for example, 0.2 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A907). The process for setting the transition to the special winning opening opening process (step A909) is performed, and the fanfare / interval process is terminated.
If the number of rounds is not larger than the open switching determination value (step A906; N), the long open big opening opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A908). Then, a process transition setting process (step A909) during the special winning opening is performed, and the fanfare / interval process is terminated.

Here, in this embodiment, as the big hit pattern, (1) 6R, special winning opening release information 1 (all short opening), (2) 16R, special winning opening release information 2 (all long opening), (3) 16R, special prize opening information 3 (1-6R is long open, 7-16R is short open), (4) 6R, special prize opening information 4 (all long open), (5) 16R, special prize opening Information 5 (all open long), (6) 16R, large winning opening information 6 (1-8R is long opening, 9-16R is short opening), (7) 16R, large winning opening information 7 (1-6R) Is long open, and 7-16R is short open).
Therefore, in the big prize opening operation determination table, the big prize opening information 1 data and the opening switching determination value “0”, the big winning opening information 2 data and the opening switching determination value “16” are the big winning opening. The opening information 3 data and the opening switching determination value “6” are the big winning opening opening information 4 data and the opening switching determination value “6”, and the big winning opening opening information 5 data and the opening switching determination value “16” are. The special winning opening opening information 6 data and the opening switching determination value “8” are stored in association with the large winning opening opening information 7 data and the opening switching determination value “6” in association with each other. Then, an opening operation is performed so that long opening is performed while the number of rounds is equal to or less than the opening switching determination value, and short opening is performed when the number of rounds exceeds the opening switching determination value.

[Large winning opening open process transition setting process]
FIG. 40 shows a process transition setting process (step A909) during the big prize opening opening in the above-described fanfare / interval process. In the process for setting a process for opening a special prize opening, first, the process number is set to “4” relating to the process for opening a special prize opening (step A911), and the process number is saved in the special game process number area (step A911). Step A912). After that, a signal related to the start of opening of the big winning opening (for example, the special electric accessory 1 operating signal is ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A913), and the number of winning prizes to the big winning opening is stored. The information in the winning mouth count area is cleared (step A914). Then, the on-data is saved in the special winning opening solenoid output data area (step A915), and the special winning opening open process transition setting process is terminated.

[Processing during the grand prize opening]
Next, details of the special winning opening opening process (step A12) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 41, in the special prize opening opening process, first, the current round is determined by comparing the current round number in the special gaming state being executed with the round number upper limit value in the round number upper limit area of the RWM. It is determined whether it is the final round (step A1001). If it is not the final round (step A1001; N), a special winning opening operation determination table is set (step A1002), and an open switching determination value corresponding to the special winning opening information is acquired (step A1003). It is determined whether the number of rounds in the gaming state is greater than the acquired opening switching determination value (step A1004).
If the number of rounds is larger than the open switching determination value (step A1004; Y), the remaining ball processing time for short closing (for example, 1.4 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A1005). An interval command related to the interval between rounds is prepared (step A1007), an effect command setting process (step A1010) is performed, a big winning opening remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1011) is performed, and the big winning opening is being opened. The process ends.

  If the number of rounds is not larger than the open switching determination value (step A1004; N), the remaining ball processing time for long closing (for example, 1.9 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step S1004). A1006), an interval command is prepared (step A1007), an effect command setting process (step A1010) is performed, a big prize opening remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1011) is executed, and the big prize opening opening process is completed. To do.

  On the other hand, if it is the final round (step A1001; Y), the final remaining ball processing time (for example, 1.9 seconds) is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A1008), and the end of the special gaming state is completed. An ending command relating to display control of the ending display screen at the time of preparation (step A1009), performing an effect command setting process (step A1010), performing a winning prize remaining ball processing transition setting process (step A1011), The process during opening of the big prize opening ends.

[Large winning ball remaining ball processing transition setting processing]
FIG. 42 shows the special winning opening remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1011) in the above-described special winning opening open process. In the special winning opening remaining ball process transition setting process, first, the processing number is set to “5” related to the winning prize remaining ball process (step A1021), and the processing number is saved in the special figure game processing number area. (Step A1022). Then, in order to close the movable member of the special variable prize winning device 38, off data for turning off the big prize opening solenoid 38b is saved in the big prize opening solenoid output data area (step A1023), and the big prize opening remaining ball is stored. The process migration setting process ends.

[Large winning ball remaining ball processing]
Next, details of the big winning opening remaining ball process (step A13) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 43, in the winning ball remaining ball processing, first, the current round is determined by comparing the current round number in the special game state being executed with the round number upper limit value in the round number upper limit area of the RWM. It is determined whether it is the final round (step A1101).

If the current round in the special gaming state is not the final round (step A1101; N), a special winning opening operation determination table is set (step A1102), and an opening switching determination value corresponding to the special winning opening information is acquired. Then, a normal interval time (for example, 0.1 second) is set (step A1104).
Next, it is determined whether the number of rounds in the special game state is larger than the acquired opening switching determination value (step A1105). If the number of rounds is larger than the opening switching determination value (step A1105; Y), step A1109 Move on to processing. If the number of rounds is not larger than the opening switching determination value (step A1105; N), it is determined whether the special winning opening information is a rank-down effect system value (step A1106).

  Here, the rank-down effect corresponds to an effect in which a round continuation notification effect for notifying whether or not the big hit round continues is executed, and that the big hit round is not continued in the round continuation notification effect. Specifically, as the big hit pattern, “16R, big prize opening information 2 (all long open)” and “16R, big prize opening information 3 (1-6R is long open, 7-16R short open)” Is selected, a predetermined big hit round effect is displayed on the display screen of the display device 41 from 1R to 5R of the big hit round, and the round continuation notification effect is executed at the 6Rth. If the selected big hit pattern is “16R, big prize opening release information 2 (all long open)”, the round continuation notification effect is notified of the round continuation effect, and the big prize opening is long open also in the seventh and subsequent rounds. If it is opened and the selected jackpot pattern is “16R, big prize opening information 3 (1-6R is long open, 7-16R is short open)”, the round non-continuation is notified in the round continuous notification effect, In the rounds after the 7th round, the big winning opening will be opened with a short opening.

When the big prize opening information is not a rank-down effect system value (step A1106; N), the process proceeds to step A1109. If the special winning opening information is a rank-down effect value (step A1106; Y), it is determined whether the number of rounds is a special effect round value (for example, 6R) (step A1107).
When the number of rounds is not the value of the special effect round (step A1107; N), the process proceeds to step A1109. When the number of rounds is the value of the special effect round (step A1107; Y), for example, when the number of rounds is 6R, an interval time (for example, 3.6 seconds) for rank-down effect is set (step A1108), the process proceeds to step A1109. Note that the number of special rounds is not limited to one, and a plurality of types such as 6R and 8R may be provided.

  Then, the interval time set in step A1104 or A1108 is saved in the special figure game process timer area (step A1109), and the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 2 (step A1110) is performed to process the winning ball remaining ball process. Exit.

  On the other hand, if the current round in the special gaming state is the final round (step A1101; Y), a flag is loaded from the special-purpose game mode flag save area that stores the effect mode when the special result is derived (step A1101). A1111), setting the ending time corresponding to the loaded flag, the winning prize opening information and the stop symbol pattern (step A1112), and the set ending time (for example, 1.9 seconds) in the special figure game processing timer area Save (step A1113). Thereafter, a big hit end process transition setting process (step A1114) is performed, and the big winning opening remaining ball process is ended.

[Fanfare / interval process transition setting process 2]
FIG. 44 shows the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 2 (step A1110) in the above-described winning prize remaining ball process. In the fanfare / interval process transition setting process 2, first, “3”, which is the process number related to the fanfare / interval process, is set (step A1121), and the process number is saved in the special game process number area (step A1121). A1122).
Next, a signal related to the end of opening of the special winning opening (special variable winning device 38) (for example, the special electric accessory 1 operating signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1123), and the fanfare / interval The middle process transition setting process 2 is terminated.

[Big jackpot end process transition setting process]
FIG. 45 shows the jackpot end process transition setting process (step A1114) in the above-described winning prize remaining ball process. In the jackpot end process transition setting process, first, “6” is set as the process number related to the jackpot end process (step A1131), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A1132). Thereafter, a signal related to the end of opening of the special winning opening (special variable winning device 38) (for example, the special electric accessory 1 operating signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1133).

  Next, the information on the number-of-winner count area for storing the number of wins to the prize-winning mouth is cleared (step A1134), and the information on the round-number area for storing the number of rounds in the special gaming state is cleared (step A1135). ), Information on the round number upper limit area storing the upper limit value of the round number in the special gaming state is cleared (step A1136). Then, the information in the round number upper limit information area for storing the flag for determining the upper limit value for the number of rounds is cleared (step A1137), and the big winning opening opening information area for storing the flag for determining the opening information for the big winning opening is stored. The information is cleared (step A1138), and the jackpot end process transition setting process ends.

[Big hits end processing]
Next, the details of the jackpot end process (step A14) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 46, in this jackpot end process, first, it is determined whether the time reduction determination data is the time reduction operation data (step A1201).
If it is not the short-time operation data (step A1201; N), jackpot end setting process 1 is performed (step A902), and if it is the short-time operation data (step A1201; Y), jackpot end setting process 2 is performed (step A903). . Then, the production mode information address table is set (step A1204), and the address of the table corresponding to the production mode transition information set at the start of variation (when the stop symbol is set) is acquired (step A1205).

  Next, as processing for saving the information necessary for managing the production mode in the game control device 100, first, the production mode number of the production mode set after the end of the special game state is acquired and saved in the production mode number area. (Step A1206). Further, the effect remaining speed of the effect mode set after the end of the special gaming state is acquired, saved in the effect remaining speed region (step A1207), and the next mode of the effect mode set after the end of the special game state. Transition information is acquired and saved in the next mode transition information area (step A1208).

  Thereafter, a probability information command corresponding to the effect mode number is prepared (step A1209), the command is saved in the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A1210), and an effect command setting process (step A1211) is performed. Here, as the probability information command, there are a plurality of commands that include information on the production mode in any of “high probability / with time reduction” and “high probability / without time reduction”. In the case of the present embodiment, the probabilistic state is always obtained when the big hit ends (so-called ST state), and therefore, as the probability information command, “high probability / short time / direction mode A”, “high probability / short time / direction mode B”. , “High probability / short time / direction mode C” and “High probability / no time / direction mode A” are not used in this process, but “low probability / no time / direction mode A”, “ There are “low probability / no time reduction / direction mode B” and “low probability / no time reduction / direction mode C”.

Next, an effect rotation speed command corresponding to the remaining effect rotation speed is prepared (step A1212), and an effect command setting process (step A1213) is performed.
Next, a high probability variation number command corresponding to the high probability variation number is prepared (step A1214), an effect command setting process (step A1215) is performed, and a special figure normal process transition setting process 2 is performed (step A1216). End the termination process.

[Big jackpot end setting 1]
FIG. 47 shows the jackpot end setting process 1 (step A1202) in the jackpot end process described above. In this jackpot end setting process 1, first, a signal related to the absence of the time-saving state (for example, 2 signals of the big hit) are saved in the external information output data area (step A1221), and a signal related to the start of the high-probability state and the absence of the time-shortening state. (For example, the special symbol 1 high probability state signal is ON, the special symbol 2 high probability state signal is ON, the special symbol 1 variation time reduction state signal is OFF, the special symbol 2 variation time reduction state signal is OFF, and the normal symbol 1 high probability state signal is OFF. The status signal is OFF) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1222).

  Next, a number without a short time state is saved in the game state display number area (step A1223), a common low probability flag is saved in the normal game mode flag area (step A1224), and the special game mode flag area is saved. The special figure high probability & no short time flag is saved (step A1225). Thereafter, an initial value (for example, 100 times) is saved in the high probability variation number area (step A1226), and the jackpot end setting process 1 is ended.

[Big hit end setting process 2]
FIG. 48 shows the jackpot end setting process 2 (step A1203) in the jackpot end process described above. In the jackpot end setting process 2, first, a signal related to the start of the time-saving state (for example, the jackpot 2 signal is ON) is saved in the external information output data area (step A1231). Since the signal related to the start of the short-time state is output from the big hit, it is saved in the external information output data area in a continuous manner. Next, signals related to the start of the high probability state and the short time state (for example, the special symbol 1 high probability state signal is ON, the special symbol 2 high probability state signal is ON, the special symbol 1 variation time reduction state signal is ON, the special symbol 2 variation The time shortening state signal is turned on and the normal symbol 1 high probability state signal is turned on) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1232).

  Next, the number with the short time state is saved in the game state display number area (step A1233), the common figure high probability flag is saved in the ordinary figure game mode flag area (step A1234), and the special figure game mode flag area is saved. The special figure high probability & short time flag is saved (step A1235). Thereafter, an initial value (for example, 100 times) is saved in the high probability variation frequency area (step A1256), and the jackpot end setting process 2 is ended.

  In other words, the game control device 100 serves as a time-short state generating means capable of generating a time-short state over a predetermined period after the special game state ends. In the short-time state, the operation of the normal variation winning device 37 is controlled so that it is easier to win the normal variation winning device 37 than in the case of not being in the short-time state. This means that the fluctuation time of the figure fluctuation display game, the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the normal figure fluctuation display game is shortened.

[Special figure transition setting process 2]
FIG. 49 shows the special figure normal process transition setting process 2 (step A1216) in the above jackpot end process. In the special figure normal process transition setting process 2, first, “0” is set as the process number related to the special figure normal process (step A1241), and the process number is saved in the special figure game process number area (step A1242). .

  Thereafter, a signal related to the end of the big hit (for example, 1 signal for the big hit is OFF, 3 signals for the big hit is OFF, and 4 signals for the big hit is OFF) is saved in the external information output data area (step A1243). The condition device operating signal OFF, the accessory continuous operating device operating signal OFF, the special symbol 1 signal OFF, and the special symbol 2 signal OFF are saved in the test signal output data area (step A1244). Subsequently, the information in the time reduction determination flag area is cleared (step A1245), the information in the pointer area of the round LED indicating the number of rounds of the big hit is cleared (step A1246), and the information in the effect mode transition information area is cleared. (Step A1247). Then, the information of the special figure game mode flag saving area is cleared (step A1248), the fraud monitoring period flag is saved in the special prize opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A1249), and the special figure normal process transition setting process 2 is performed. Exit.

[Small fanfare during processing]
Next, the details of the small hit fanfare process (step A15) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 50 (a), in the small hitting fanfare mid-process, the small hitting mid-process transition setting process (step A1301) is performed.

[Small hit middle processing transition setting processing]
Next, details of the small hitting process transition setting process (step A1301) in the small hitting fanfare medium process described above will be described. As shown in FIG. 50B, in the small hit / medium process transition setting process, first, “8” related to the small hit / medium process is set as the process number (step A1311), and the process number is designated as the special figure game process. Save in the number area (step A1312).

Next, the opening time (for example, 0.2 seconds) of the big winning opening in the small hit game is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A1313), and a signal related to the start of the small hit operation (for example, the special electric accessory 1 The operating signal is turned ON) is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1314).
Next, in order to open the movable member of the special variable winning device 38, on data for turning on the special winning opening solenoid 38b is saved in the large winning opening solenoid output data area (step A1315).
Next, the information of the big winning mouth count number area storing the number of winning prizes is cleared (step A1316), and the small hitting operation initial value (for example, “0”) is saved in the small hitting middle control pointer area. (Step A1317), the small hit middle process transition setting process is terminated.

[Processing during small hits]
Next, the details of the middle hit process (step A16) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 51, in the small hit middle processing, first, the value of the small hit middle control pointer is loaded (step A1401), and whether the loaded value is equal to or larger than the small hit operation end value (for example, “6”). Is determined (step A1402).
If the loaded value is not equal to or smaller than the small hitting operation end value (step A1402; N), the small hitting control pointer is updated by +1 (step A1403), and the small hitting operation transition setting process (step A1404) is performed. The hit processing ends.

On the other hand, if the loaded value is equal to or greater than the small hitting action end value (step A1402; Y), the flag is loaded from the special figure game mode flag saving area (step A1405), and the loaded flag has a high special figure probability. It is determined whether it is a flag relating to (Step A1406). Thereby, it is determined whether it is a small hit in the special figure high probability. In this case, it does not matter whether or not the time-short state is in effect.
If the loaded flag is a flag related to the special figure high probability (step A1406; Y), the small hit remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1409) is performed, and the small hit medium process is terminated. When the loaded flag is not a flag related to the high probability of special figure (step A1406; N), a command for a small hit end screen is prepared (step A1407), and an effect command setting process (step A1408) is performed. A small hit remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1409) is performed, and the small hit medium process ends.

[Small hit operation transition setting process]
Next, the details of the small hit motion transition setting process (step A1404) in the small hit middle process will be described. As shown in FIG. 52, in the small hit operation transition setting process, a branch process (step A1411) is performed in accordance with the control pointer (the small hit medium control pointer).

If the control pointer is “0”, “2”, or “4” in step A1411, the wait time (for example, 1500 milliseconds) corresponding to the control pointer is saved in the special-purpose game processing timer area (step A1412). The off data is saved in the big prize opening solenoid output data area (step A1413), and the small hitting action transition setting process is terminated.
If the control pointer is “1”, “3”, or “5” in step A1411, the special winning opening opening time (for example, 200 milliseconds) corresponding to the control pointer is saved in the special-purpose game processing timer area. (Step A1414), the ON data is saved in the large winning opening solenoid output data area (Step A1415), and the small hitting action transition setting process is terminated.

Here, in the case of the present embodiment, after the small hit fanfare time of 300 msec, the 200 msec opening and the 1500 msec closing are alternately performed, and the small hitting control pointer is sequentially set at the end of the opening and at the end of the closing. Updated.
Specifically, at the end of the first 200 msec opening (that is, when switching from the first 200 msec opening to the first 1500 msec closing), the small hitting control pointer is updated to “0”. At the end of the first 1500 msec closure (ie, when switching from the first 1500 msec closure to the second 200 msec release), the small hit middle control pointer is updated to “1” and the second 200 msec release is released. The small hitting control pointer is updated to “2” at the end, the small hitting control pointer is updated to “3” at the end of the second 1500 msec closing, and the small hitting control at the end of the third 200 msec release. The pointer is updated to “4”, and the small hitting control pointer is updated to “5” at the end of the third 1500 msec closure. Then, at the end of the fourth 200 msec release, the small hitting control pointer is updated to “6”, and after the elapse of the 1900 msec small hitting remaining ball time and the subsequent 100 msec small hitting ending time, the small hitting The state ends. Therefore, after the fourth 200 msec opening, it is closed for 2000 msec, so the apparent ending time is 2000 msec.

[Small hit remaining ball processing transition setting processing]
Next, the details of the small hit remaining ball process transition setting process (step A1409) in the small hit medium process will be described. As shown in FIG. 53, in the small hit remaining ball process transition setting process, first, “9” related to the small hit remaining ball process is set as the process number (step A1421), and the process number is set as the special figure game process number. Save in the area (step A1422).
Next, the small hit remaining ball processing time (for example, 1.9 seconds) is saved in the special game processing timer area (step A1423), and the off data is saved in the big prize opening solenoid output data area (step A1424). The hit remaining ball process transition setting process is terminated.

[Small ball remaining treatment]
Next, the details of the small hit remaining ball process (step A17) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 54A, in the small hit remaining sphere process, a small hit end process shift setting process (step A1501) is performed.

[Small hit end process transition setting process]
Next, details of the small hit end process transition setting process (step A1501) in the small hit remaining ball process will be described. As shown in FIG. 54 (b), in the small hit end process transition setting process, first, “10” relating to the small hit end process is set as the process number (step A1511), and the process number is designated as the special figure game process. Save in the number area (step A1512).

Next, the small hitting ending time (for example, 0.1 second) is saved in the special figure game processing timer area (step A1513), and a signal relating to the end of the small hitting operation (for example, the special electric accessory 1 operating signal is OFF) Is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1514).
Next, the information on the winning prize count area is cleared (step A1515), the information on the small hitting middle control pointer area is cleared (for example, 0 cleared) (step A1516), and the small hitting end process transition setting process is ended. .

[Small hit end processing]
Next, details of the small hit end process (step A18) in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 55, in the small hit end process, first, a flag is loaded from the special figure game mode flag saving area (step A1601), and it is determined whether the loaded flag is a flag related to the special figure high probability (step A1601). Step A1602).
When the loaded flag is not a flag related to the high probability of special figure (step A1602; N), an effect mode information address table is set (step A1603), and the effect mode set at the start of variation (when the stop symbol is set) The address of the table corresponding to the migration information is acquired (step A1604).

  Then, the effect mode number of the effect mode to be transferred is acquired, saved in the effect mode number area in the RWM (step A776), the effect remaining speed of the effect mode to be transferred is acquired, and the effect remaining speed in the RAM is acquired. Save to the area (step A1606), acquire the next mode transition information of the effect mode to be transferred, and save in the next mode transition information area in the RWM (step A1607). Thereafter, a probability information command corresponding to the effect mode number is prepared (step A1608), and it is determined whether the prepared probability information command matches the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A1609). When the prepared probability information command matches the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A1609; Y), the process proceeds to step A1616.

If the prepared probability information command does not match the value of the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A1609; N), the prepared probability information command is saved in the transmission command area at the time of power failure recovery (step A1610). An effect command setting process (step A1611) is performed.
Next, an effect rotation speed command corresponding to the remaining effect rotation speed is prepared (step A1612), and an effect command setting process (step A1613) is performed.
Next, a high probability variation number command corresponding to the high probability variation number is prepared (step A1614), and an effect command setting process (step A1615) is performed.
Next, special figure normal process transition setting process 3 (step A1616) is performed, and the small hit end process is terminated.

[Special figure transition setting process 3]
Next, the details of the special figure normal process transition setting process 3 (step A1616) in the above-described small hit end process will be described. As shown in FIG. 56, in the special figure normal process transition setting process, first, “0” related to the special figure normal process is set as the process number (step A1631), and the process number is set in the special figure game process number area. Save (step A1632).

Next, a signal relating to the end of the small hit (for example, one signal for the big hit is OFF) is saved in the external information output data area (step A1633), and a signal relating to the end of the small hit (for example, the special symbol 1 small hit signal is OFF) Is saved in the test signal output data area (step A1634).
Next, the information of the variation symbol determination flag area is cleared (step A1635), the information of the effect mode transition information area is cleared (step A1636), and the information of the special figure game mode flag saving area is cleared (step A1637).
Next, the fraud monitoring period flag is saved in the special prize opening fraud monitoring period flag area (step A1638), and the special figure normal process transition setting process 3 ends.

[Direction command setting processing]
Next, details of the effect command setting process in each process executed during the timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 57, in the effect command setting process, first, the status of the effect serial transmission buffer is read (step A2001), and it is determined whether the effect serial transmission buffer is full (step A2002).
If the effect serial transmission buffer is full (step A2002; Y), the process returns to the process of reading the effect serial transmission buffer status (step A2001).
If the effect serial transmission buffer is not full (step A2002; N), command data (MODE) is written to the effect serial transmission buffer (step A2003).

Next, the status serial transmission buffer status is read (step A2004), and it is determined whether the production serial transmission buffer is full (step A2005).
When the effect serial transmission buffer is full (step A2005; Y), the process returns to the process of reading the effect serial transmission buffer status (step A2004).
If the effect serial transmission buffer is not full (step A2005; N), command data (ACTION) is written in the effect serial transmission buffer (step A2006), and the effect command setting process is terminated.
The effect command setting process may be simply referred to as “command setting process”.

[Design variation control processing]
FIG. 58 shows a symbol variation control process (steps A20 and A22) in the above-described special-figure game process, and a symbol variation control process (step B15) in a normal game process described later. The symbol variation control process is a process for controlling the variation of a special symbol (first special symbol, second special symbol, etc.) or a normal symbol (ordinary symbol) and setting display data of the special symbol or the normal symbol.

  In this symbol variation control process, first, it is checked whether or not the variation control flag relating to the symbol to be controlled (for example, any of the first special diagram, the second special diagram, and the ordinary diagram) is changing (step A2101). . In the case of this embodiment, on the variation control table prepared in step A19, step A21, and step B14, the lower address of the variation control flag area, the initial value of the blinking control timer, the variation symbol number upper limit determination value, the display table 2 ( A stop address and a display table 1 (variation) address are defined.

When the changing flag relating to the control target symbol is changing (step A2102; Y), a symbol display table (for variation) corresponding to the control target symbol is acquired (step A2103). In the case of the present embodiment, the address of the symbol display table (for variation) is defined on the variation control table prepared in step A19, step A21, and step B14.
Next, the flashing control timer to be controlled is updated by −1 (step A2104), it is determined whether the flashing control timer after update is “0” (step A2105), and the flashing control timer after update is “0”. If not (step A2105; N), display data corresponding to the value of the variable symbol number area to be controlled is acquired (step A2108). Then, the acquired display data is saved in the target segment area (step A2111), and the symbol variation control process is terminated.

  If the updated flashing control timer is “0” (step A2105; Y), the flashing control timer initial value corresponding to the target flashing timer area is saved (step A2106), and the variation symbol number of the control target is set. Is updated by +1 within the corresponding range (step A2107), and display data corresponding to the value of the variable symbol number area to be controlled is acquired (step A2108). Then, the acquired display data is saved in the target segment area (step A2111), and the symbol variation control process is terminated.

On the other hand, when the changing flag relating to the control target symbol is not changing (step A2102; N), a symbol display table (for stopping) corresponding to the control target symbol is acquired (step A2109). In the case of the present embodiment, the address of the symbol display table (for stopping) is defined on the variation control table prepared in step A19, step A21, and step B14.
Next, display data corresponding to the value of the stop symbol number area to be controlled is acquired (step A2110), the acquired display data is saved in the target segment area (step A2111), and the symbol variation control process is terminated.

  As the initial value of the blinking control timer saved in step A2106, the value defined in the variation control table prepared according to the game to be processed is saved. Here, in the fluctuation control table of the first special figure (first special figure fluctuation display game), a value corresponding to 52 ms is defined as the initial value of the blinking control timer, and the second special figure (second special figure fluctuation display game) is defined. ) Is defined as a flashing control timer initial value corresponding to 104 ms, and a flash control timer initial value defined as a flashing control timer initial value is defined as a flashing control timer initial value. Has been. This initial value of the blinking control timer is an interval at which the lighting pattern is updated during the fluctuation time in the collective display device 50.

  Further, the corresponding range in step A2107 is defined by the variation symbol number upper limit determination value defined in the variation control table prepared in accordance with the game to be processed. When the variable symbol number upper limit value is reached by updating the variable symbol number by +1 in step A2107, the variable symbol number is set to 0, and the variable symbol number is set to 0 (variable symbol number upper limit determination value-1). ) Is sequentially updated in the range of In steps A2108 and A2111, the display data (lighting pattern) corresponding to the variable symbol number is acquired and displayed, and the lighting pattern is updated (changed) the number of times equal to the variable symbol number upper limit determination value. As a result of this, a round of display is repeated.

  Here, 8 is defined as the variation symbol number upper limit determination value in the variation control table of the first special diagram (first special diagram variation display game), and the variation symbol number can be updated in the range of 0-7. Therefore, the special figure 1 during-change display that is repeatedly displayed during the change display of the first special figure change-display game is completed by updating the lighting pattern eight times. Further, 2 is defined as the variation symbol number upper limit determination value in the variation control table of the second special diagram (second special diagram variation display game), and the variation symbol number can be updated alternately between 0 and 1. Therefore, the special figure 2 during-change display that is repeatedly displayed during the fluctuation display of the second special figure fluctuation display game is completed by updating the lighting pattern twice. In addition, 4 is defined as the variation symbol number upper limit determination value in the variation control table of the ordinary diagram (ordinary variation display game), and the variation symbol number can be updated in the range of 0 to 3. Therefore, the display during normal map display repeatedly displayed during the variable display of the normal map change display game is completed by updating the lighting pattern four times.

  Thus, by defining the flashing control timer initial value and the fluctuation symbol number upper limit value in the fluctuation control table prepared according to the game to be processed, the interval and display for updating the lighting pattern in the batch display device 50 are completed. The number of updates to be performed can be set for each game.

[Distribution processing]
FIG. 59 shows the sorting process (steps A476, A479, A485) in the above-described variation pattern setting process. Based on the fluctuation pattern random number 1, the distribution process selects the latter half fluctuation selection table of the special figure fluctuation display game from the latter half fluctuation group table, or the special figure fluctuation display game from the latter half fluctuation selection table based on the fluctuation pattern random number 2. For selecting the first half variation pattern (first half variation number) of the special figure variation display game from the first half variation selection table based on the variation pattern random number 3. is there.

  In this distribution process, first, the first data of the target selection table (the latter half variation group table prepared in step A472, the latter half variation selection table prepared in step A477, or the first half variation selection table prepared in step A483). Is a code without distribution (ie, “0”) (step A2201). Here, the latter half fluctuation group table, the latter half fluctuation selection table, and the first half fluctuation selection table are associated with at least one latter half fluctuation selection table, the second half fluctuation pattern (second half fluctuation number), and the first half fluctuation pattern (first half fluctuation number). In the case of a selection table that does not require distribution, a distribution value “0”, that is, a code without distribution is defined at the top.

If the first data of the target selection table (second-half variation group table, second-half variation selection table, or first-half variation selection table) is a code without distribution (step A2202; Y), the data corresponding to the distribution result is stored. The address is updated (step A2207), and the distribution process is terminated.
On the other hand, if the first data of the target selection table (second-half fluctuation group table, second-half fluctuation selection table, or first-half fluctuation selection table) is not an unsorted code (step A2202; N), the target selection table (second-half fluctuation group table) The first distribution value specified in the second half variation selection table or the first half variation selection table is acquired (step A2203).

  Subsequently, a new random value is obtained by subtracting the distribution value obtained in step A2203 from the random value prepared in steps A473, A478, and A484 (the value of fluctuation pattern random number 1, fluctuation pattern random number 2, and fluctuation pattern random number 3). Is calculated (step A2204), and it is determined whether the calculated new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2205). If the new random value is not smaller than “0” (step A2205; N), after updating to the address of the next distribution value (step A2206), the process proceeds to step A2203, and thereafter Process.

In other words, the distribution value specified next in the target selection table (second-half variation group table, second-half variation selection table, or first-half variation selection table) is acquired (step A2203), and then determined in the previous step A2205. A new random value is calculated by subtracting the distribution value from the random value (step A2204), and it is determined whether the calculated new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2205).
The above processing is executed until it is determined in step A2205 that the new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2205; Y). As a result, at least one second-half fluctuation selection table, second-half fluctuation pattern (second-half fluctuation number) or first-half fluctuation pattern (first-half fluctuation pattern) specified in the target selection table (second-half fluctuation group table, second-half fluctuation selection table, or first-half fluctuation selection table). Any one of the latter half variation selection table, the latter half variation pattern (the latter half variation number), or the first half variation pattern (the first half variation number) is selected from among the (variation numbers).
If it is determined in step A2205 that the new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2205; Y), the address is updated to the data address corresponding to the result of the distribution (step A2207), and the distribution process ends. To do.

[2-byte sort processing]
FIG. 60 shows the 2-byte sorting process (step A475) in the above-described variation pattern setting process. The 2-byte distribution process is a process for selecting the latter half variation selection table of the special figure variation display game from the latter half variation group table based on the variation pattern random number 1.

  In this 2-byte distribution process, first, it is checked whether or not the top data of the selection table (second-half fluctuation group table prepared in step A472) is a code without distribution (ie, “0”) (step A2301). Here, the latter half fluctuation group table stores a predetermined distribution value in association with at least one latter half fluctuation selection table, but only the latter half fluctuation selection table in which the latter half fluctuation pattern is “no reach” is defined. In the variation group table (for example, a part of the variation group table when the result is out of order), since there is no need for distribution, a distribution value “0”, that is, a code without distribution is defined at the top. .

If the first data of the selection table (second-half variation group table) is a code without distribution (step A2302; Y), the data is updated to the address of the data corresponding to the distribution result (step A2307), 2 bytes The distribution process ends.
On the other hand, if the first data of the selection table (second-half variation group table) is not a code without distribution (step A2302; N), the first distribution value specified in the selection table (second-half variation group table) is acquired. (Step A2303).

Subsequently, a new random value is calculated by subtracting the distribution value acquired in step A2303 from the random value prepared in step A473 (the value of the fluctuation pattern random number 1) (step A2304), and the calculated new random value is calculated. It is determined whether the numerical value is smaller than “0” (step A2305). If the new random value is not smaller than “0” (step A2305; N), after updating to the address of the next distribution value (step A2306), the process proceeds to step A2303, and thereafter Process.
That is, the distribution value specified next in the selection table (second half variation group table) is acquired (step A2303), and then the distribution value is subtracted from the random number value determined in the previous step A2305 to obtain a new value. A random number value is calculated (step A2304), and it is determined whether or not the calculated new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2305).

The above processing is executed until it is determined in step A2305 that the new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2305; Y). As a result, any one of the latter half variation selection tables is selected from at least one latter half variation selection table defined in the selection table (the latter half variation group table).
If it is determined in step A2305 that the new random value is smaller than “0” (step A2305; Y), the address is updated to the data address corresponding to the result of the distribution (step A2307), and a 2-byte distribution process is performed. Exit.
The configuration of the distribution process shown in FIG. 59 and the configuration of the 2-byte distribution process shown in FIG. 60 are basically the same. Therefore, the program instructions for calculation are different.

[Reach production control during ST]
Next, “ST reach effect control” which is characteristic of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the game control device 100 can generate a special time (ST) in which a high probability state is set only for a certain number of revolutions as a specific game state after the special game state ends. Yes. Then, the effect control device 300 displays the special figure fluctuation display after executing the reach effect (hereinafter referred to as “hasle reach effect”) of the reach effect that is out of the reach effect during the special time. The reach effect is executed only when the game result is a big hit. That is, at the special time, when the lose reach effect is executed for the upper limit number of times, the reach effect that is subsequently executed is always the reach effect (hereinafter referred to as “atari reach effect”) in which the result is a big hit.

An example of “reach effect control during ST” in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Specifically, FIG. 61 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display when the upper limit number of losing reach effects is three.
The production control device 300 displays the meter display M on a predetermined part of the display area of the display device 41 (in the example shown in FIG. 61, at the bottom of the display area) at least from the start to the end of the special time, and the meter display M is configured to notify the number of times that the reach effect has been executed during the special time (hereinafter referred to as “the number of times the reach has been performed during ST”).
When the upper limit number of losing reach effects is three, during the special time, when the losing reach effects are executed three times, the reach effects that are executed after that are always atari reach effects.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 61 (a) to 61 (c), the production control device 300 first performs a battle production in which the main character (own character) loses by fighting against an enemy character as a first lose reach production. Execute. When the first lose reach production is completed, the number of reach executions during ST becomes 1 (the remaining number of times until the upper limit of the lose reach production is 2). To “level 1”.
Next, as shown in FIGS. 61 (d) and 61 (e), a battle effect that the main character loses is executed as the second loss reach effect. When the second lose reach production is completed, the number of times the reach has been performed during ST becomes 2 (the remaining number of the lose reach production is 1), so the meter level of the meter display M is changed from “level 1” to “level 2 ”.
Next, as shown in FIGS. 61 (f) and 61 (g), a battle effect that the main character loses is executed as the third loss reach effect. When the third loss reach effect is completed, the number of reach executions during ST is 3 times (the remaining number of the lose reach effect is 0), so the meter level of the meter display M is changed from “level 2” to “level Change to 3 ”.
Then, as shown in FIGS. 61 (h) and (i), a battle effect in which the hero character wins is executed as an atari reach effect. As shown in FIG. 61 (j), a winning result mode (special result mode) ) Is stopped.

In the present embodiment, a plurality of effect modes are provided as the effect modes of the reach effect executed during the special time, and the order in which the plurality of effect modes appear is determined in advance.
Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 61, as the production mode of the lost reach production, “production mode A” in which the first character (the main character having one punch) appears, There is provided an “effect mode B” in which a character (a hero character with two punches) appears and an “effect mode C” in which a third character (a hero character with three punches) appears. As a production mode of production, “production mode D” in which the fourth character (the main character shining with 3 punches) appears is provided. Then, these effect modes appear in the order of “effect mode A” → “effect mode B” → “effect mode C” → “effect mode D”.

In the present embodiment, the remaining number of times up to the upper limit number of losing reach effects is associated with the effect mode of reach effects. That is, the meter level of the meter display M is associated with the character that appears in the reach effect executed during the special time.
Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 61, when the number of remaining lost reach effects is 3, the reach effect of “effect mode A” (first lost reach effect) is performed. Running. Since the meter level of the meter display M during execution of the first lose reach effect is “level 0”, “level 0” is associated with the first character appearing in the reach effect of “effect mode A”. ing.
If the remaining number of lost reach effects is two, the reach effect of “effect mode B” (second lost reach effect) is executed. Since the meter level of the meter display M during execution of the second lose reach production is “level 1”, “level 1” is associated with the second character appearing in the reach production of “production mode B”. ing.

In addition, when the remaining number of lost reach effects is one, the reach effect of “effect mode C” (third lost reach effect) is executed. Since the meter level of the meter display M during the execution of the third loss reach effect is “level 2”, “level 2” is associated with the third character appearing in the reach effect of “effect mode C”. ing.
Further, when the remaining number of lost reach effects is 0, the reach effect (attain reach effect) of “effect mode D” is executed. Since the meter level of the meter display M during execution of the atari reach effect is “level 3”, “level 3” is associated with the fourth character appearing in the reach effect of “effect mode D”.
In this way, as the hero character loses, the meter level rises, and as the meter level rises (the number of times that the reach has been performed during ST increases), the number of punches is increased or flashed to strengthen the hero character. It looks like it goes. As a result, it is possible to improve the player's expectation for the big hit with an increase in the number of times the reach has been performed during ST (decrease in the remaining number of lost reach effects).

Further, in the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 62, the number of times corresponding to the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed when the special game state occurs is set as the upper limit number of reach reach (reach count ceiling). It is configured.
Here, as described above, the remaining number of times up to the upper limit number of lost reach effects and the effect mode of reach effects are associated with each other.

Therefore, when the upper limit number of losing reach effects is 3 (for example, the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed when the special gaming state immediately before the special time occurs is “2”, “4”, “6”, or “ 8 ”(see FIG. 62)), the remaining number of lost reach effects at the start of the special time is 3, so the reach effect of“ effect mode A ”(first lost reach effect) ). Then, the reach effect is executed in the order of the first lose reach production → the second lose reach production → the third lose reach production → the attri reach production.
On the other hand, when the upper limit number of lost reach production is 2 (for example, when the special game state immediately before the special time occurs, the jackpot symbols that are stopped and displayed are “1”, “3”, “5”, Or, if it is “9” (see FIG. 62), the remaining number of lost reach effects at the start of the special time is 2, so the first lost reach effect is skipped and B ”reach production (second lose reach production). Then, the reach effect is executed in the order of the second lose reach production → the third lose reach production → atari reach production.
In addition, when the upper limit number of lose reach production is one time (for example, when the special game state immediately before the special time occurs, the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed is “7” or “special design (for example, premier production etc. If the production has a high degree of expectation, the symbols are aligned, and the symbols are aligned when it is suggested that there is a special diagram start memory as a special result in the special diagram start memory) (see FIG. 62). ), Since the remaining number of lost reach productions at the start of the special time is one, the first and second lost reach productions are skipped, and the “production mode C” reach production (third lost time). Start with reach production). Then, the reach production is executed in the order of the third loss reach production → atari reach production.

Further, as described above, the meter level of the meter display M is associated with the character appearing in the reach effect executed during the special time.
Therefore, when the upper limit number of losing reach effects is three, the meter level of the meter display M is “effect mode A,” since the start of the “effect mode A” reach effect (first lose reach effect). "Level 0" corresponding to the first character appearing in the reach production of "."
In addition, when the upper limit number of losing reach productions is two, the meter level of the meter display M is “production mode B” because it starts from the reach production of “production mode B” (second haze reach production). "Level 1" corresponding to the second character appearing in the reach production of "."
In addition, when the upper limit number of lose reach production is one, since the start of the “production mode C” reach production (the third lost reach production), the meter level of the meter display M is “production mode C”. "Level 2" corresponding to the third character appearing in the reach production of "."

That is, when the upper limit number of losing reach effects is 1 or 2 times, the meter level of the meter display M is raised to a desired level (“level 2” or “level 1”), and at the special time. Start the first reach production.
The timing at which the meter level is raised to a desired level can be appropriately selected as long as it is before the start of the first reach production at the special time. For example, the meter level may be at the start of the special time or immediately before the special time. It may be in the special game state. In addition, a plurality of timings are provided as timings for raising the meter level to a desired level, and a lottery or the like is used to determine which of the plurality of timings is adopted at the start of the special gaming state immediately before the special time. It is also possible to configure so as to be determined by:

  When the meter level is raised to a desired level during the special game state, for example, as shown in FIGS. 63 (a) and 63 (b), it may be raised when the next round is entered, or may be raised during the final round. For example, as shown in FIG. 63C, it may be raised while the special game state end screen is displayed. Further, the area around the meter display M may be illuminated during the special game state. In the example shown in FIG. 63, the jackpot symbol is “7”, and the upper limit number of lost reach production is 1 (see FIG. 62), that is, the desired level is “level 2”. The meter level of the display M is raised to “level 2”.

  When the effect control device 300 receives from the game control device 100 a command indicating “result: disappointment, reach: yes” as information related to the start of the special figure variation display game, the lose control effect (disappearance with the occurrence of reach). When a command indicating “Result: Win, Reach: Present” is received, an Attach Reach effect (a hit effect with the occurrence of reach) is performed. On the other hand, when a command indicating “Result: Out of reach, Reach: None” is received, an off-line production is performed without the occurrence of reach, and when a command indicating “Result: Win, reach: None” is received. , Make a hit effect without the occurrence of reach. However, at the special time, if the reach effect is performed in accordance with the command from the game control device 100, the reach (after executing the upper limit number of times of the lose reach effect is reached only when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit. May violate the rule of execution).

An example of “reach effect control during ST” in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Specifically, FIG. 64 is a diagram illustrating an example in which the upper limit number of losing reach effects is two.
When the upper limit number of losing reach effects is two, the reach effect starts from the reach effect of the “effect mode B” (the second missed reach effect) in the special time, and the meter level of the meter display M is “level 1”. To start with. In addition, when the upper limit number of losing reach effects is two, in the special time, if the reach effects after executing the losing reach effects are always set to the achal reach effects, the rules are not violated.

  As shown in FIG. 64A, when a command indicating “result: hit, reach: yes” is received after receiving a command indicating “result: off, reach: yes” from the game control device 100 twice. On the other hand, the reach production after the lose reach production is executed twice is the achal reach production. Therefore, in this case, even if the reach effect is performed according to the command from the game control device 100, the rule is not violated.

On the other hand, if the command indicating “result: hit, reach: yes” is received after receiving the command “result: off, reach: yes” from the game control device 100 three times, Reach production after the first execution is lost reach production. Therefore, in this case, if the reach effect is performed according to the command from the game control device 100, the rule is violated.
Therefore, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 64 (b), after executing the lose reach effect the upper limit number of times (in this example, twice), the game control device 100 displays “result: out of reach, reach: yes”. Even if the command shown is received, the off-line effect is executed without following the command and without the occurrence of reach. As a result, the reach effect after the upper limit number of lost reach effects is executed becomes an achal reach effect, and therefore it is possible to avoid rule violation.
The production control device 300, for example, gives a player's expectation for the occurrence of reach as a failure production without the occurrence of reach, for example, a variable display effect (specifically, for example, start of fluctuation). After that, first, a special decoration pattern (for example, “5”) is stopped and displayed in the left variation display area, and then the same special decoration pattern that is stopped and displayed in the left variation display area is temporarily displayed in the right fluctuation display area. Stop display, and then perform a special effect such that the decoration special symbol stopped and displayed in the right variation display area slides (for example, slides from “5” to “6”). The meter level of M is not changed. That is, at the special time, the meter level changes only when the battle effect (reach effect) is executed.

  Here, when executing the off-stage effect without the occurrence of reach without following the command from the game control device 100, the effect time of the effect is represented by the variation time specified by the game control device 100 (the special figure variation display game). To match the execution time). Therefore, the production control device 300 displays the production time during the production by, for example, causing a predetermined display (for example, a display that fluctuates so as not to generate reach after giving a player's expectation for the occurrence of reach) to appear. By earning, the production time of the production is configured to match the variation time. That is, when the production control device 300 executes the off-state production without the occurrence of reach without following the command from the game control device 100, the presence / absence of the reach state designated by the command from the game control device 100 is determined. Is not followed, but is configured to follow the variation time specified by the command from the game control device 100.

In addition, if a command indicating “result: hit, reach: yes” is received from the game control device 100 before executing the lose reach production, the reach production is performed according to the command from the game control device 100. , Before executing an atari reach effect, it is not possible to execute the lose reach effect for the upper limit number of times.
Therefore, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 64 (c), before executing the lose reach effect the upper limit number of times (in this example, twice), the game control device 100 sets “result: hit, reach: yes”. When the command shown is received, the pseudo-ream effect (in the middle of the special-figure variable display game, temporary stop in a result mode other than the special result mode in the special-figure variable display game before executing the atari reach production according to the command After that, the re-variable display for starting the variable display is performed once more), and the lost reach effect is executed for the remaining number of times in this pseudo-continuous effect. As a result, before the atari reach effect is executed, the upper limit number of lose reach effects can be executed.

Even if it is not possible to execute the upper limit number of lost reach effects before executing the atari reach effect, the rule (the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit after executing the upper limit number of lose reach effects). The rule of executing the reach production only when it becomes is not violated. Further, even if the upper limit number of lost reach effects cannot be executed before the atari reach effect is executed, the interest of the game is not reduced. Therefore, if a command indicating “Result: Winning, Reach: Yes” is received from the game control device 100 before executing the upper limit number of times, the atreach effect is executed without performing the pseudo-continuous effect. May be. At that time, for example, during the execution of the achal reach effect, an effect of raising the meter level of the meter display M to “level 3” may be performed.
In addition, if a command indicating “Result: Win, Reach: Yes” is received from the game control device 100 before the losing reach effect is executed the upper limit number of times, a pseudo-continuous effect is performed when the command is received. Or after performing the reasure effect for the upper limit number of times, or without performing the pseudo-ream effect (that is, without executing the reaper effect for the upper limit number of times). It can also be configured to determine whether to execute the atari reach effect by lottery or the like.

  According to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “reach effect control during ST” described above, a special result (in the case of the present embodiment) in which the result of the game (in the case of the present embodiment, the special figure variation display game) is determined in advance. In the gaming machine capable of generating a special game state advantageous to the player in the case of a big hit result), it is provided with effect control means (effect control device 300) for controlling the effect. Notification display (meter display M in the case of this embodiment) that notifies the number of times that a predetermined game event (reach effect in the case of this embodiment) has been executed in a predetermined period after the end (in the case of this embodiment, a special time) Can be executed.

Therefore, a game event (reach effect) can be executed in a predetermined period (special time) after the end of the special game state, and the number of times the game event has been executed can be notified by a notification display (meter display M). It is possible to enhance the interest of the game during a predetermined period after the end of the special game state.
In the present embodiment, the “special result” is the “hit result” and the “special game state” is the “hit state (hit game state)”, but the “special result” is not only the “hit result”, "Small hit result" and "latency probability change result" may be included. For example, when the “special result” is “big hit result or small hit result”, the “special game state” is “big hit state (big hit game state) or small hit state (small hit game state)”. In addition, when the special gaming state is a big hit state, the number of times corresponding to the big hit symbol is set as the upper limit number of the lose reach production, and when the special gaming state is the small hit state, the upper limit of the lose reach production is set. The number of times is set according to the small hit symbol.
The notification display is not limited to the meter display M displayed on the display device 41 and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the segment display displayed on the display device 41 may be used.

  Further, according to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “reach effect control during ST” described above, the predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state is a period during which a certain number of games are executed, It is possible to configure such that a high probability state in which the probability of occurrence of the special gaming state is higher than that in the predetermined period is set. In other words, the predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state can be configured to be a period in which the special time occurs.

By configuring in this way, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game during the so-called special time.
Note that the predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state is not limited to the period during which the special time occurs, and can be changed as appropriate. Specifically, the predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state is, for example, a specific mode (a big hit probability is a probability of a big hit probability). Such as a mode that suggests a high probability state) and a dedicated mode that occurs when the jackpot probability is a low probability state (a mode in which the same effect is executed as when the jackpot probability is a high probability state) It may be a period in which a predetermined mode occurs.

  In addition, according to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “reach effect control during ST” described above, the effect control means (the effect control device 300) can execute a predetermined game event in a predetermined period after the special game state ends. After executing the upper limit number of times, a predetermined game event can be executed only when the game result is a special result.

  By configuring in this way, it is possible to give a sense of expectation to the game event, so that it is possible to enhance the interest of the game. By setting the upper limit number of times, it is possible to give an impression that the derivation of the special result is gradually approached every time the gaming event is executed until the number of times the gaming event is executed reaches the upper limit number. Since the derivation of the special result can be notified by the game event to be executed next after the number of times that the game event has been executed reaches the upper limit number, the game event can have a sense of expectation.

  Further, according to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “reach effect control during ST” described above, the effect control means (the effect control device 300) displays a variable display that displays a plurality of identification symbols in a variable manner corresponding to the game. An effect (in the case of this embodiment, a decorative special figure variation display game) can be displayed on the display device 41, and a special result aspect can be derived as a result aspect of the variable display effect when the game result is a special result. The predetermined game event is a reach effect in which a reach state in which the result mode can be a special result mode is displayed as a production depending on the identification information to be stopped and displayed last in the variable display production, and after the special game state ends During the predetermined period, after the reach effect (hasle reach effect) in which the result mode is not the special result mode among the reach effects is executed the upper limit number of times, the result of the game is Only if the another result, it is possible to configure to perform the reach demonstration.

By configuring in this way, it is possible to give a sense of expectation to reach production, so that it is possible to enhance the interest of the game. By setting the upper limit number of times, until reaching the upper limit number of times that the reach effect has been executed, every time the reach effect (hasle reach effect) is executed, the impression of gradually approaching the derivation of the special result is given. In addition, after reaching the upper limit of the number of times that the reach effect has been executed, the derivation of the special result can be notified by the next game event to be executed (Atari reach effect). You can have it. That is, it is possible to give a sense of expectation not only to the hate reach production but also to the lose reach production.
Note that the game event is not limited to reach production, and can be changed as appropriate. Specifically, the game event is, for example, a mission effect (effect that imposes a certain condition on a player for a certain period) or a mini game effect (display content of the display device 41 based on the player's operation on the effect button 25). For example, an effect that does not involve the execution of a game). When the game event is a mission effect, for example, the meter level increases when the mission is achieved by satisfying a certain condition. Further, two-stage or three-stage mission effects may be performed according to the upper limit number of times. Further, when the game event is a mini game production, the meter level increases according to the result of the mini game.

  Further, according to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “reach effect control during ST” described above, the effect control means (effect control device 300) sets the number of times selected from a plurality of times as the upper limit number of times, The notification display is changed according to the set upper limit number during the occurrence of the special game state or at the start of a predetermined period after the end of the special game state, so that the player can recognize the upper limit number. It is possible to configure.

By configuring in this way, it is possible to have interest in the upper limit number of times itself, so that the interest of the game can be enhanced. By changing the upper limit count instead of making it uniform, the upper limit count is made recognizable to the player, giving the impression that the length of time until the special result is derived by the upper limit count is suggested. (For example, the smaller the upper limit number, the more the impression that a special result is derived immediately can be given). Therefore, the upper limit number itself (that is, the upper limit number) can also be interested.
The upper limit number (in the case of the present embodiment, the upper limit number of lose reach production) is changed according to the jackpot symbol, but is not limited to this, and the upper limit number is, for example, the jackpot symbol Regardless, it may be uniform, or may be changed according to factors other than the jackpot symbol.

[Direction point control]
Next, “effect point control” which is characteristic of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, a point gate 60 is provided between the general winning opening 35 arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40 and the starting winning opening 36. In addition to the arrangement, an acquired point number indicator 61 is arranged below the point gate 60. The game ball that has passed through the point gate 60 is detected by a point gate switch (not shown) provided in the effect control device 300. Then, when the point gate switch detects a game ball, the effect control device 300 is configured to add a predetermined point to the number of points and update the display of the acquired point number indicator 61. In addition, each time the point gate switch detects a game ball, the production control device 300 outputs a specific sound effect from the speakers 19a and 19b or turns on a predetermined decorative lamp, thereby causing the game ball to be pointed. It is configured to notify the player that the gate 60 has been passed.

As shown in FIG. 65 (a), when the gaming machine 10 is in a normal state (a state other than the special state), the effect control device 300 passes when the game ball passes the point gate 60. 1 point is awarded for each played game ball. Further, when the gaming machine 10 is in a special state and the game ball passes through the point gate 60, 3 points are given to each passing game ball.
Here, the special state is, for example, a small hit gaming state, a state in which a state of a probability that a special result mode is derived is not notified (so-called latent gaming state), a state in which the starting memory number reaches the upper limit number, or the like. .
Note that the points to be awarded per passed game ball are not limited to those shown in FIG. 65 (a), and can be changed as appropriate.

And the production | presentation control apparatus 300 is comprised so that a production | presentation aspect may be changed, when the number of acquisition points reaches a regulation number.
Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (b), when the number of acquired points reaches “10” of the prescribed number, the production mode is changed from “production mode (default production mode)”. When the production mode is changed to “production mode a” and the number of acquired points reaches “30” of the prescribed number, the production mode is changed from “production mode a” to “production mode c”, and the number of acquired points is When “100” of the prescribed number is reached, the production mode is changed from “production mode C” to “production mode D”. The BGM output from the speakers 19a and 19b changes, the background image displayed on the display device 41 changes, or the clothes, accessories, and hairstyle of the character displayed on the display device 41 due to the change in the production mode. Etc. or the character itself changes, or the decorative special design changes. In this way, the player can customize the effect mode by accumulating the number of acquired points.
Note that the value and number of the specified number are not limited to those shown in FIG. 65B, and can be changed as appropriate.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a method of applying a linked service with a mobile phone is known as a method for customizing a production mode. However, in the case of this method, the player has to register for the linked service with the mobile phone. On the other hand, in the case of the present embodiment, the presentation mode can be customized without performing such registration, so that it is possible to deal with a wide range of players.

  In the case of the present embodiment, the point gate 60 is installed in the vicinity of the start winning opening 36, specifically, at a position where most of the spilled balls that have not won the starting winning opening 36 pass through the point gate 60. Yes. Therefore, since the points can be accumulated by the game balls that have not won the start winning opening 36, it is difficult to give the player a sense of loss or discomfort that the game balls do not easily win the start winning opening 36, and without getting bored. It is possible to continue playing games.

In addition, the installation location of the point gate 60 and the acquired point number indicator 61 can be changed as appropriate.
For example, the point gate 60 and the earned point number indicator 61 may be installed in the vicinity of the warp device 42. In this case, although it becomes difficult to accumulate points, since the value of one point is increased by that amount, the player's interest in the point gate 60 can be increased.

  Further, for example, the point gate 60 may be installed in the warp flow path of the warp device 40, and the acquired point number indicator 61 may be installed at a position away from the point gate 60. In this case, although it becomes difficult to accumulate points, the value of one point is increased accordingly, so that the player's interest in the point gate 60 can be increased. In addition, by arranging the acquired point number indicator 61 at a position away from the point gate 60, the number of points displayed on the acquired point number indicator 61 can be confirmed without being interrupted by the point gate 60. . Further, by arranging the earned point number indicator 61 and the point gate 60 apart from each other, the player's line of sight moves greatly, so that the game area 32 is overlooked and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

In addition, the point gate 60 and the earned point number indicator 61 may be installed in the vicinity of the special winning opening (special variable winning device 38). In this case, the point gate 60 is installed at a position where a spilled ball that has not won the big prize opening flows into the point gate 60 so that points can be accumulated by the game balls that have not won the big prize opening. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the disappointment and discomfort for not having won the grand prize opening.
Further, the point gate 60 and the earned point number indicator 61 may be installed in the vicinity of the usual start gate 34. In this case, since many game balls pass through the point gate 60, the player can acquire many points and can enjoy other than the variable display game.

According to the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the “production point control” described above, the production is controlled in the gaming machine capable of giving a game value to the player when the game result is a predetermined special result. Based on the production control means (production control device 300) and the establishment of a predetermined point grant condition (in the case of this embodiment, the inflow of the game ball into the point gate 60), the point grant means that can give the player points ( The effect control means can change the effect aspect of the effect based on the fact that the points given by the point giving means reach a specified number.
Therefore, since the presentation mode is changed by accumulating points, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

  The control executed by the main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 will be described including the processing for enabling the effect as described above. Control processing by the main control microcomputer 311 mainly includes main processing shown in FIG. 66 and timer interrupt processing (not shown).

[Main processing]
In the main processing, as shown in FIG. 66, processing at the start of the program is first performed. In the processing at the start of the program, first, interrupts are prohibited (step C1), and the CPU is initialized (step C2). Next, the VDP 312 is initialized (step C3), and an interrupt is permitted (step C4). Next, the generation of display data is permitted (step C5), a random number seed is set (step C6), and the initial value at power-on is saved in the area to be initialized (step C7). As a result, the power failure occurrence detected flag or the like is cleared.

  After the processing at the start of the program from steps C1 to C7, the loop processing is performed as the main loop processing. In this loop processing, first, a WDT (watchdog timer) is cleared (step C8). Next, an effect button input process (step C9) for creating input information from an input signal (rising edge) based on the operation of the effect operation unit 550 (the effect button 25 and the touch panel 29) is performed. The input from the effect operation unit 550 is read in the timer interrupt process. In the effect button input process, when there is an input from the effect operation unit 550, a process of changing the effect content is performed.

Next, hall / player setting mode processing that accepts operations such as setting of changeable range such as brightness and volume of LED and liquid crystal, setting of brightness and volume of LED and liquid crystal by player, and setting to enable production (Step C10).
Next, a production point control process (step C11) is performed, and a random number update process (step C12) is performed to update a random number that determines details of the variation mode of the decorative special figure variation display game.

  Next, a reception command check process (step C13) for analyzing and responding to a command from the game control device 100 is performed, and an effect display editing process (step C14) for editing settings for controlling the progress of the effect and drawing commands. ) To set the end of drawing command preparation (step C15). In these processes, various data are updated in accordance with the contents to be drawn, and so on until the drawing data is finally set in the frame buffer. If drawing data of a screen to be drawn within 1/30 seconds (about 33.3 milliseconds) is prepared, the image can be updated without any problem.

  Then, it is determined whether it is frame switching timing (step C16). In this embodiment, in order to create a system cycle (1 frame 1/30 seconds), it is determined that it is the frame switching timing when the V blank interrupt (1/60 seconds) is entered twice. Note that the frame switching timing can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, image updating (frame switching) may be performed at 1/60 seconds, or image updating (frames) at a timing later than 1/60 seconds. Switching). If it is determined in step C16 that it is not the frame switching timing (step C16; N), the process of step C16 is repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step C16 that it is the frame switching timing (step C16; Y), screen drawing is instructed (step C17).

  Thereafter, a sound control process (step C18) for performing control relating to the output of sound from the speakers (upper speaker 19a, lower speaker 19b), and a decoration control process (step C18) for controlling LEDs of the panel decoration device 46, the frame decoration device 18, and the like. C19), a movable body control process (step C20) for controlling the motor and solenoid of the board effect device 44 is performed, and the process returns to the process of clearing the WDT (step C8).

[Direction point control processing]
Next, the details of the effect point control process (step C11) in the main process described above will be described. In this effect point control process, the above-mentioned “effect point control” is performed.

As shown in FIG. 67, in the effect point control process, first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the point gate 60 (step C101).
When it is determined in step C101 that the game ball has not passed through the point gate 60 (step C101; N), the effect point control process is terminated.
On the other hand, when it is determined in step C101 that the game ball has passed the point gate 60 (step C101; Y), that is, when the point gate switch detects the game ball, the point corresponding to the state of the gaming machine is pointed Add to the number (step C102) and finish the effect point control process. Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 65 (a), when the state of the gaming machine 10 is the normal state, one point is awarded for each gaming ball that has passed the point gate 60. When the gaming machine 10 is in a special state, 3 points are added to the number of points for each gaming ball that has passed through the point gate 60.

[Received command check processing]
Next, details of the received command check process (step C13) in the above-described main process will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 68, in the received command check process, first, a command reception counter value that counts how many commands are received during one frame (1/30 second) is loaded as the command reception number ( Step C301), it is determined whether the number of received commands is not 0 (Step C302). If it is determined that the number of received commands is 0 (step C302; N), the received command check process ends. If it is determined that the command reception number is not 0 (step C302; Y), the command reception counter area is subtracted by the command reception number (step C303).

  Next, the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (step C304), the command read index is updated by +1 in the range of 0 to 31 (step C305), and the command copy for the number of received commands is completed. Is determined (step C306). As described above, in this embodiment, the command is not directly analyzed in the reception command buffer, the contents of the reception command buffer are copied to the command area (analysis RAM area), and the command analysis is performed in the command area. It is configured as follows. Thereby, in preparation for the case where a command is transmitted from the game control device 100 during the analysis of the command, it is possible to move the command (data) and create a space. In addition, command analysis can be performed collectively in a round of main processing.

  If it is determined in step C306 that the command copy for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C306; N), the process returns to step C304. If it is determined that the command copy for the number of received commands has been completed (step C306; Y), the contents of the command area are loaded (step C307), and the received command analysis process (step C308) is performed.

  Next, the address of the command area is updated (step C309), and it is determined whether or not the analysis of the command for the number of received commands is completed (step C310). If it is determined that command analysis for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C310; N), the process returns to step C307. If it is determined that the command analysis for the number of received commands has been completed (step C310; Y), the received command check process is terminated. As described above, in the received command check process, commands received during one frame (1/30 second) are collectively analyzed. In the present embodiment, up to 32 commands can be stored.

[Received command analysis processing]
Next, details of the received command analysis process (step C308) in the received command check process described above will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 69, in the received command analysis process, first, the command upper byte is separated as MODE and the lower byte as ACT (ACTION) (step C321), and it is determined whether MODE and ACT are in the normal range. (Step C322, Step C323). When it is determined that MODE and ACT are in the normal range (step C322; Y, step C323; Y), it is determined whether or not the ACT for MODE is a correct combination (step C324).

  If it is determined in step C322 or step C323 that MODE or ACT is not in the normal range (step C322; N, step C323; N), or if it is determined in step C324 that ACT for MODE is not a correct combination (step In C324; N), the received command analysis process is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C324 that the ACT for the MODE is the correct combination (step C324; Y), it is determined whether the MODE is within the range of the variable command (step C325). The fluctuation system command is a command for instructing a fluctuation pattern of a special figure. If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the variable command (step C325; Y), the variable command process (step C326) is performed, and the received command analysis process is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C325 that MODE is not in the range of the variable command (step C325; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of the big hit command (step C327). The jackpot command is a command for instructing an operation related to a big hit effect (display of a fanfare screen or a round screen) or a command for an operation related to a small hit effect (display of a fanfare screen or an end screen). If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the jackpot command (step C327; Y), the jackpot command processing (step C328) is performed, and the received command analysis processing is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C327 that MODE is not in the range of the jackpot command (step C327; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the design command range (step C329). The symbol-related command is a command for instructing information related to the symbol of the special symbol (for example, what is to be the stop symbol of the special symbol). If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the symbol-related command (step C329; Y), symbol-related command processing (step C330) is performed, and the received command analysis processing is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C329 that MODE is not in the range of symbol-related commands (step C329; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of single-shot commands such as a pending number command or an error command. (Step C331). A single command is a command that is established independently, unlike a command that makes sense in combination, such as a symbol command and a variable command. This single-shot command includes a customer waiting demo command, a hold number command, a symbol stop command, a probability information command, an error / illegal command, a model designation command, and the like. If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the single command (step C331; Y), the single command processing (step C332) is performed, and the received command analysis processing is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C331 that MODE is not in the range of the single-shot command (step C331; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of the pre-read symbol command (step C333). When it is determined that MODE is within the range of the pre-read symbol system command (step C333; Y), the pre-read symbol system command process (step C334) is performed, and the received command analysis process is terminated.

  If it is determined in step C333 that MODE is not within the range of the pre-read symbol command (step C333; N), it is determined whether or not MODE is within the range of the pre-read variation command (step C335). If it is determined that MODE is within the range of the prefetch fluctuation command (step C335; Y), the prefetch fluctuation command processing (step C336) is performed, and the received command analysis process is terminated. If it is determined in step C335 that MODE is not within the range of the prefetch fluctuation command (step C335; N), the received command analysis process is terminated.

  In the single-shot command processing (step C332), a special figure that performs processing related to the special figure 1 hold generated when the special figure hold number command corresponding to the special figure 1 hold (first start memory) is received. A special figure 2 hold information setting process for performing a process related to the special figure 2 hold generated when a special figure hold number command corresponding to the 1 hold information setting process or the special figure 2 hold (second start memory) is received. included. In the special figure 1 hold information setting process and the special figure 2 hold information setting process, a process of displaying a decorative special figure start storage display corresponding to the generated hold on the display device 41 is performed. That is, the production control device 300 serves as a start memory notification means for performing a start memory notification display for displaying information related to the start memory by a start memory display corresponding to each start memory.

  Also, the pre-reading effect (also referred to as pre-reading notice or pre-reading notice effect) is a big hit when the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the start memory (hold) in which the special figure fluctuation display game is not executed is subsequently executed In order to notify the player in advance of whether or not (or what variation pattern will be the change pattern) with a predetermined reliability, the decorative special figure start memory display displayed on the display device 41 is performed in a different manner from the normal display, For example, an effect is displayed on the device 41. The prefetch command (prefetch variation command and prefetch symbol command) is a command for informing a change pattern or a stop symbol corresponding to the start memory to be prefetched in advance. To the effect control device 300. Note that normal variation commands and symbol commands that are not prefetched are transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the start of variation display.

[Design command processing]
Next, details of the symbol-based command process (step C330) in the received command analysis process described above will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 70, in the symbol system command processing, first, a special figure type (either special figure 1 or special figure 2) corresponding to MODE is set (step C701), and it corresponds to a combination of MODE and ACT. The symbol type is set and saved (step C702), and the symbol command processing is terminated.

  The symbol type is a symbol category such as an off symbol, a 16R probability variable big hit symbol, a 16R normal big hit symbol, a 6R probability variable big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, and the like, and is associated with ACT data. Since the ratio of symbols varies between Special Figure 1 and Special Figure 2 (the probability variation ratio is the same), this symbol type setting table is provided separately for each MODE, and it corresponds to MODE data from a plurality of symbol type setting tables. And the symbol type corresponding to ACT is set with reference to the table.

[Variable command processing]
Next, details of the variable command process (step C326) in the received command analysis process described above will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 71, in the variable command processing, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure type is unconfirmed (step C801). The special figure type is information indicating whether the special figure type is special figure 1 or special figure 2, and is information set in step C701 of the above-described symbol system command processing.

  If this special figure type is unconfirmed (step C801; Y), the variable command processing is terminated. When the special figure type is not yet determined (step C801; N), that is, when the special figure type is set, the combination of the variation command and the symbol command is checked (step C802), and the variation command and the symbol type are determined. It is determined whether they are inconsistent (step C803).

  If the variation command and the symbol type are inconsistent (step C803; Y), the variation command processing is terminated. If the variation command and the symbol type are not inconsistent (step C803; N), the variation pattern type is determined from the variation command (step C804). The symbol type means a category of symbols. Examples of the symbol type include an off symbol, a 16R probability variable big hit symbol, a 16R normal big hit symbol, a 6R probability variable big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, and the like. In the case where the variation command and the symbol type are inconsistent, an effect such as when the symbol command of the 16R probability variation big hit symbol is received although the deviation variation command (variation pattern command) is received. This means that the combination is inconsistent (a combination of a variation command and a symbol type).

  In the process of determining the variation pattern type from the variation command (step C804), the variation pattern type, which is a rough classification of the variation display effect of the special figure, is determined according to the received command. Then, a variation effect setting process for setting information for performing an effect according to the variation command is performed (step C805).

  Next, the special figure changing state is set as the P machine state (pachinko machine state) (step C806). Here, during the special map change, the special map is changing (not during a customer waiting demonstration, during a big hit or during a fanfare, etc.). Further, if the number of pre-reading effects (the number of pre-reading executions) is not zero, the number of pre-reading effects is updated by −1 (a process for reducing the number of pre-reading effects by 1) (step C807), and the variable command process is terminated.

[Variation production setting processing]
Next, the details of the changing effect setting process (step C805) in the above-described changing command process will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 72, in the variation effect setting process, first, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern type is a variation without reach (step C811). If the variation pattern type is unreachable variation (step C811; Y), the first half notice allocation group address table corresponding to the current number of acquired points, model code, special figure type, and production mode is set (step C812). ). In addition, since it is a fluctuation without reach, the symbol type is always an outlier symbol, and there is no need to particularly refer to the symbol type here. The effect mode corresponds to a game mode managed by the effect control device 300 and naturally varies depending on the model, but here, there are a normal mode, a probability change mode, a time reduction mode, a latent mode, and the like. Furthermore, in each mode, a plurality of modes in which the distribution ratio of the notice effect and the effect mode of the decoration special figure variation display game in the display device 41 are different are provided.

  Next, with reference to the first half notice allocation group address table, the address of the first half notice distribution group table corresponding to the number of MODE and special figure type holds is acquired (step C813). As a result, in the case of fluctuation without reach, it is possible to change the lottery contents of the notice effects that appear during each change (specifically, the appearance rate of each notice effect mode) according to the number of holds. Thereafter, a lottery for a notice appearing during the first half fluctuation is performed using the first half notice allocation group table (step C816).

  On the other hand, if the variation pattern type is not reachless variation (step C811; N), the first half notice allocation group address table corresponding to the current number of acquired points, model code, special figure type, production mode, and symbol type is set. (Step C814). Then, referring to the first half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first half notice distribution group table corresponding to the MODE and the variation pattern type is acquired (step C815), and the first half notice distribution group table is used to change the first half. A lottery for a notice to appear at (step C816) is performed.

  Next, in step C817 to step C819, the notice effect of the latter half change is drawn by lottery. Note that the latter half of the special figure fluctuation display game is a so-called reach action (for example, a special result mode (a special combination of symbols) in which a display area excluding a specific area out of a plurality of display areas of the special figure is a big hit) Is a variable display in a state in which the variable is displayed only in a specific area. On the other hand, the first half fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game is a fluctuation display before the start of the reach action.

  First, a second half notice allocation group address table corresponding to the current number of acquired points, model code, special figure type, effect mode, and symbol type is set (step C817). The second half notice distribution group address table is a table for selecting an address of the second half notice distribution group table. Then, the second half notice allocation group table address corresponding to the ACT is obtained by referring to the second half notice distribution group address table (step C818), and the second half notice distribution group table is used to change the second half (during reach). A lottery for notice of appearance is performed (step C819).

Next, a variation effect content determination process for determining the content of the variation effect is performed (step C820).
Next, the contents of the effect corresponding to the result of the notice lottery performed in step C819 are determined (step C821), and a stop symbol setting process for setting a stop symbol constituting the result aspect of the decorative special symbol variation display game is performed ( Step C822).
Next, display setting of the variation effect is performed based on the content of the variation effect determined in step C820 (step C823), and display setting of the notice effect is performed based on the content of the effect determined in step C821 (step C824). .
Subsequently, the display setting of the hold reduction corresponding to the special figure type is performed (step C825). As a result, an animation (moving image) in which the decoration special figure start memory display corresponding to the decoration special figure variation display game executed this time is set is set.

Next, a voice number indicating the type of BGM output from the speakers 19a and 19b and a decoration number indicating the type of effect by a decoration lamp or the like are set (step C826).
Subsequently, the display setting of the decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the special figure type is performed (step C827), and the fluctuation effect setting process is ended.

[Variation production content determination process]
Next, details of the variation effect content determination process (step C820) in the above-described variation effect setting process will be described. In this variation effect content determination process, the above-described “during ST effect control” is performed.

As shown in FIG. 73, in the variable effect content determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the ST flag is set (step C831).
When it is determined that the ST flag is set (step C831; Y), that is, during the special time, it is determined whether or not the special time is over in the decoration special figure variation display game executed this time ( Step C835).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the ST flag is not set (step C831; N), it is determined whether or not the special time starts from the decorative special figure variation display game executed this time (step C832).

If it is determined that the special time will not start from this time (step C832; N), the contents of the variation effect corresponding to MODE and ACT are determined (step C845), and the variation effect content determination process is terminated. From the change command (MODE, ACT), the change time, game result, presence / absence of reach, main reach contents in the presence of reach, etc. can be known. To do.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the special time starts from this time (step C832; Y), the remaining number counter that counts the remaining number of times up to the upper limit number of lost reach production is added to the upper limit number (reach count ceiling) corresponding to the big hit symbol. ) Is set (step C833), an ST flag is set (step C834), and it is determined whether or not the special time is over in the decorative special figure variation display game to be executed this time (step C835).

If it is determined that the special time does not end this time (step C835; N), it is determined whether MODE and ACT are commands indicating “result: hit, reach: yes” (step C837).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the special time has ended (step C835; Y), the ST flag is cleared (step C836), and MODE and ACT are commands indicating “result: hit, reach: yes”. It is determined whether or not there is (step C837).

When it is determined that MODE and ACT are commands indicating “result: hit, reach: present” (step C837; Y), the variable effect corresponding to MODE, ACT, and the remaining number of times (remaining number counter value) Is determined (step C838), the remaining number counter is set to “0” (step C839), and the variation effect content determination process is terminated. When the value of the remaining number counter is “0” at the time of step C838, the content of the variation effect for executing the atta reach reach effect is determined in step C838. Further, when the value of the remaining number counter is other than “0” at the time of step C838, for example, in step C838, for example, a pseudo-ream effect for executing the losing reach effect for the remaining number of times and a subsequent ate reach reach effect are executed. The content of the variation effect for performing is determined (see FIG. 64C).
On the other hand, when it is determined that MODE and ACT are not commands indicating “result: hit, reach: present” (step C837; N), MODE and ACT are commands indicating “result: out of reach, reach: present”. Whether or not (step C840).

When MODE or ACT is determined not to be a command indicating “result: off, reach: yes” (step C840; N), that is, MODE, ACT indicates a command indicating “result: off, reach: none” or “result: hit. In the case of a command indicating “reach: none”, the contents of the variation effect corresponding to MODE and ACT are determined (step C845), and the variation effect content determination process is terminated.
On the other hand, if it is determined that MODE and ACT are commands indicating “result: out of place, reach: present” (step C840; Y), it is determined whether the value of the remaining number counter is “0” (step C840; Y). Step C841).

  When it is determined that the value of the remaining number counter is not “0” (step C841; N), the contents of the variation effect corresponding to MODE, ACT, and the remaining number of times (value of the remaining number counter) are determined (step C842). ), The remaining number counter is updated by -1 (step C843), and the variation effect content determination process is terminated. In Step C842, when the value of the remaining number counter is “3”, the content of the variable effect for executing the first lose reach effect is determined, and when the value of the remaining number counter is “2”, 2 If the content of the variation effect for executing the third loss reach effect is determined and the value of the remaining number counter is “1”, the content of the variable effect for executing the third loss reach effect is determined. .

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the remaining number counter is “0” (step C841; Y), that is, when the reach reach effect for the upper limit number has been executed, “reach: present” is set to “reach: The contents of the variation effect corresponding to the MODE and ACT changed to “No” are determined (step C844), and the variation effect content determination process is terminated. When it is determined in step C841 that the value of the remaining number counter is “0”, if an effect is performed according to a command from the game control device 100 (that is, a command indicating “result: disapproved, reach: yes”), Reach production after the maximum number of performances has been executed becomes the lost reach production, and after the rule (after the maximum number of lost production productions, the special effect variation display game results in a big hit, the reach production is executed. Violation of this rule). Therefore, in step C844, the content of the variation effect for executing the outlier effect without the occurrence of reach is determined in place of the content of the change effect for performing the outage effect (losing reach effect) with the occurrence of reach. (See FIG. 64B).

<Modification 1>
It is also possible to perform “reach effect control during ST” based on the look-ahead result from the game control device 100.
Specifically, the effect control device 300 receives the command indicating “result: winning, reach: present” from the game control device 100 as information related to the start of the special diagram variation display game. Is received from the game control device 100, it is configured to forcibly execute the lose reach effect in order to reduce the remaining number of the lose reach effect as much as possible before the start of the special figure variation display game. It is also possible.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 74, the effect control device 300 plays a game during the execution of the decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the first special figure fluctuation display game (first special figure fluctuation display game) at the special time. It is assumed that a command indicating “result: hit, reach: yes” is received from the control device 100 as the prefetch result of the fourth special figure variation display game. In this case, in order to reduce the remaining number of lost reach productions as much as possible before the start of the fourth special-figure display game, information regarding the start of the second or third special-figure display game is “Result: Missing, Reach: When a command indicating “no” is received, a lose reach effect is performed without following the command.

It should be noted that the period from the reception of the prefetch result of the target special figure fluctuation display game (fourth special figure fluctuation display game in the example shown in FIG. 74) to the start of the target special figure fluctuation display game. If the number of times of change (the number of times the special figure change display game is executed) is greater than the number of remaining lost effects (the number of times remaining when the prefetch result is received), or as shown in FIG. If the number of effects is the same as the remaining number of times (remaining number of times when the prefetching result is received), the foreseeing effect is forcibly executed, so that The remaining number of reach effects can be set to “0”.
On the other hand, if the number of fluctuations between receiving the prefetch result of the target special figure fluctuation display game and starting the target special figure fluctuation display game is less than the remaining number of losing reach production, By executing the losing reach effect, the remaining number of the losing reach effect can be reduced by the start of the target special figure change display game, but cannot be “0”. That is, before executing the atari reach effect, the upper limit number of lose reach effects cannot be executed. In this manner, when the upper limit number of lost reach effects cannot be executed before executing the ate reach reach effect, as shown in FIG. An effect may be performed, and the lost reach effect may be executed for the remaining number of times in this pseudo-continuous effect.

<Modification 2>
The closer to the end of the special time, the higher the occurrence rate of lost reach production.
Specifically, the production control device 300 divides the period from the start to the end of the special time into a plurality of periods (for example, three periods of “early stage”, “middle stage”, and “end stage”), and ends the special time. It is also possible to configure so that the occurrence rate of losing reach production (that is, the probability of following a command indicating “result: out of place, reach: yes”) becomes higher as the time approaches.

In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 64 (b), even after receiving the command indicating “result: out of reach, reach: yes” after executing the lose reach effect the upper limit number of times, the command is not followed. The system is configured to execute the off-line production without the occurrence of reach. However, in this case, if the period from when the losing reach effect is executed to the upper limit number of times to when the atari reach effect is executed is long, the expectation for the improved jackpot may be reduced.
Therefore, for example, when a command indicating “result: disappointment, reach: present” is received, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to follow the command, and when the lottery is won, a lose reach effect is performed according to the command. Run. And, by setting the winning probability of this lottery to be higher at the time near the end of the special time, the chance of expectation is increased by increasing the incidence of the lost reach production closer to the end of the special time. It is possible to suppress the decrease.
In addition, by increasing the occurrence rate of the hunt reach effect as the end of the special time is approached, the haze reach effect equivalent to the upper limit number of times cannot be executed before the atreach effect is executed. As shown in (c), a pseudo-continuous effect may be performed before executing the atari reach effect, and the lost reach effect may be executed for the remaining number of times in this pseudo-continuous effect.

<Modification 3>
During the special game state, it is also possible to display on the display device 41 characters (for example, first to fourth characters) that appear in a reach effect executed during the special time.

Specifically, the production control device 300 performs the special figure variation display game at the special time (hereinafter referred to as “ST number”) and the character (hero character) that appears in the reach production executed during the special time. And a character corresponding to the ST number of special times that occur after the end of the special game state can be displayed during the special game state.
For example, the first character is associated with the ST count “20”, the second character is associated with the ST count “40”, and the third character is associated with the ST count “60”. The fourth character is associated with the ST count “80 times”. If the number of STs of the special time that occurs after the special game state ends is, for example, “60 times”, the third character is displayed during the special game state. As a result, during the special game state, it is possible to suggest the ST number of special times that occur after the special game state ends. Further, when the ST number of special times generated after the special game state is ended is, for example, “60 times”, the main character is displayed in the order of the first character → the second character → the third character during the special game state. Since the number of STs can be shown to increase, not only can the number of STs be suggested, but also the expectation can be enhanced.

In addition, during the special gaming state, the production control device 300 performs a battle production in which a character (hero character) appearing in a reach production executed during the special time battles with an enemy character, and results of the battle (winning or losing the main character). The meter level of the meter display M can be increased or decreased according to the draw.
For example, a battle effect is performed every predetermined round (for example, every 4 rounds), and when the main character wins, the meter level is raised, when the tie is drawn, the meter level is not changed, and when losing, the meter level is lowered to lower the final (ie, At the end of the special gaming state, the meter level is raised to the desired level. Thereby, it is possible to perform an effect related to the effect during the special time (in the case of this embodiment, a battle effect) during the special game state.
The battle effect executed during the special game state can be executed even when the upper limit number of the lose reach effect is three. In this case, the meter level of the meter display M is final (that is, the special game). At the end of the state, the main character wins, loses, and draws to appear at “level 0”.

<Modification 4>
The notification display for notifying the number of times the ST reach has been performed is not limited to the notification display using the display device 41 such as the meter display M or the segment display, and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the number of times the reach has been performed during ST may be notified by an LED lamp provided in the frame decoration device 18 or the center case 40. In addition, it is also possible to notify the number of times the reach has been performed during ST, for example, both by a notification display using the display device 41 and a notification display using an LED lamp.

<Modification 5>
It is also possible for the game control device 100 to perform “reach effect control during ST” instead of the effect control device 300 performing “reach effect control during ST”.
Specifically, the game control device 100 manages the number of times the ST reach has been executed, and changes the variation pattern table according to the number of times the ST reach has been executed and the upper limit number of lost reach effects, thereby changing the rule ( After executing the lose reach production, the command is sent to the production control device 300 so as not to violate the rule that the reach production is executed only when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit. It is also possible to configure.

<Modification 6>
As a lost reach effect, it is possible to perform not only a battle effect of a pattern that the hero character loses but also a battle effect of a pattern that the hero character draws.
For example, if the meter level of the meter display M is raised to a level higher than a desired level before the first reach production in the special time is started, and the battle production of the losing pattern is executed as the loss reach production. Although the meter level is raised, it is also possible to configure so that the meter level is not changed when a battle effect of a drawing pattern is executed. Specifically, for example, when the desired level is “level 1” (that is, when the upper limit number of losing reach production is 2), the meter level is raised to “level 2” and the ach Before performing the production, if the battle production of the draw pattern and the battle production of the losing pattern are performed once each as the lost reach production, it means that the upper limit number of hasle production production has been executed. The meter level can be raised to “level 3” before execution.

<Modification 7>
The game event is not limited to reach production, and can be changed as appropriate. For example, an effect other than the reach effect can be a gaming event.
For example, during the special time, the production control device 300 performs a battle production of a pattern in which the main character wins, a battle production of a pattern drawn by the main character, and a battle production of a pattern in which the main character loses as a loss reach production. . Of these battle effects, when only the battle effect of the pattern in which the hero character wins is regarded as a game event and the battle effect of the pattern in which the hero character wins is executed, the meter level of the meter display M is raised, and the hero character It is also possible to configure so that the meter level is not changed when a battle effect of a drawing pattern or a losing pattern is executed.
In this case, for example, the production control device 300 performs a hustle reach production in accordance with a command indicating “result: out of reach, reach: yes” from the game control device 100, and a game event (a pattern in which the main character wins) in the hustle reach production. (Battle production) is selected according to the number of executed game events and the upper limit number of times.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above-described embodiment as a gaming machine, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use this game ball. The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine. The slot machine is not limited to a slot machine that uses medals, and includes, for example, all slot machines such as a slot machine that uses game balls. In addition, the configurations of the above-described modifications can be applied in appropriate combination.

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

10 gaming machine 41 display device 300 effect control means M meter display (notification display)

Claims (4)

In a gaming machine capable of generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the game result is a predetermined special result,
Providing production control means for controlling production,
The production control means includes
A gaming machine capable of executing notification display for notifying the number of times a predetermined gaming event has been executed in a predetermined period after the end of the special gaming state. The production control means includes
The predetermined game event is executed only when the result of the game is the special result after the predetermined game event has been executed an upper limit number of times in the predetermined period. The gaming machine described. The production control means includes
Corresponding to the game, a variable display effect that displays a plurality of identification symbols in a variable manner can be displayed on the display device, and when the result of the game is the special result, a special display mode of the variable display effect is provided. A result mode can be derived,
The predetermined game event is a reach effect in which a reach state in which the result mode can be the special result mode is displayed as an effect depending on the identification information to be stopped and displayed last in the variable display effect.
In the predetermined period, after the reach effect of the reach effect in which the result mode is not the special result mode is executed an upper limit number of times, the reach effect is performed only when the result of the game is the special result. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein: The production control means includes
Set the number of times selected from multiple times as the upper limit,
The player can recognize the upper limit number of times by changing the notification display according to the set upper limit number during the occurrence of the special gaming state or at the start of the predetermined period. The gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3.

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