JP2017012514A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of reducing botheration of a player, for example, in a designation of a performance mode.SOLUTION: The game machine includes: state control means for controlling a game into a plurality of game states including a first state, and a second state to be transferred from the first state; performance execution means for executing a first performance in the first state by any of a plurality of performance modes; and selection performance execution means that, when transferring from the first state to the second state, presents a plurality of choices, receives a player's operation of designating and determining any of the plurality of presented choices, and executes a selection performance for selecting a mode of the second performance to be executed in the second state, according to the operation. In the selection performance, the selection performance execution means sets an initially-designated choice out of the plurality of choices on the basis of the mode of the first performance having executed in the first state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 34

Description

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

  As a gaming machine, a predetermined number of bets are set, and a slot machine in which a plurality of types of identification information are variably displayed based on a start operation, and a gaming medium such as a gaming ball is played by a launching device. And a pachinko gaming machine in which a plurality of types of identification information are variably displayed when a game medium is won in a starting area such as a prize opening provided in the gaming area.

  In addition, when the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state, when the flag of the consecutive resort is off, the story selection effect is executed, and the image display device displays “to next story”, “from the beginning”, “character introduction”. There is known a gaming machine in which a selection item such as, etc., and an effect image such as a cursor for specifying these selection items are displayed. In addition, if the cursor specifies the selection item “To the next story” at the end timing of the story selection effect, the next story effect of the story effect executed during the last 15 rounds of big hit is executed. Is determined, and when the selection item “from the beginning” is specified, it is determined to execute the story production in the first episode, and when the selection item “character introduction” is specified, A gaming machine that is determined to execute a character introduction effect is known (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2009-165724 A

  However, in the content described in Patent Document 1, in the default state, the cursor is set so as to designate a selection item “go to next story”. Therefore, for example, even in the case where the effect mode can be selected in the normal gaming state, the cursor designates the selection item “go to next story” in the default state regardless of the effect state in the normal game state. . Therefore, when the effect corresponding to the effect state in the normal gaming state is desired to be the effect state in the big hit, the operation of the operation button 30 or the rotation operation of the rotary selector 31 is performed, and the effect corresponding to the effect state in the normal game state. It is necessary to specify the selection item. As a result, some players feel that the operation for specifying the effect mode during the big hit is troublesome.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such a situation, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine capable of reducing a player's troublesomeness in designating an effect mode.

(1) A gaming machine capable of playing games (slot machine 1, pachinko),
State control means (main control unit 41) for controlling a plurality of gaming states including a first state (for example, a normal state) and a second state (for example, a big bonus) shifted from the first state;
In the first state, effect execution means (sub control unit 91) for executing the first effect (normal effect) by any of a plurality of types of effect modes (normal effects A to C);
When transitioning from the first state to the second state, a plurality of options (for example, a choice of the character CA, a choice of the character CB, and a choice of the character CC) are presented, and any of the presented plurality of options (E.g., specified by operating the stop switches 8L and 8R and determined by operating the MAXBET switch 6). A selection effect execution means for executing a selection effect for selecting a mode of a big bonus effect) according to the operation;
With
The selection effect execution means is initially specified among the plurality of options based on the aspect of the first effect that was executed in the first state in the selection effect (for example, specified at the start of the selection effect) The game machine is characterized in that the option is set.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the annoyance of the player in specifying the production mode.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
When the player does not perform an operation for specifying the option (for example, specified by an operation of the stop switches 8L and 8R), the selection effect executing means is initially specified as the second effect mode. You may make it select the aspect according to the said choice.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the annoyance of the player in specifying the production mode.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above,
The effect execution means executes the first effect by any one of a plurality of types of effect motifs,
The selection effect execution means may set the option corresponding to the second effect that the effect motif is common to the first effect as the option that is initially specified.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to give priority to the player's will to continue to produce the same motif.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
The effect execution means executes the first effect according to any of a plurality of effect modes in which the reliability of the notification effect is different,
The selection effect execution means may set the option corresponding to the second effect having the reliability of the notification effect in common with the first effect as the initially specified option.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to give priority to the player's will to continue the effect with the same reliability of the notification effect.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The effect execution means is configured to execute the first effect mode executed in the first state when the game state shifts from the second state to the first state, in the second state. Regardless of the aspect of the effect, the first effect may have been selected in the first state when the gaming state has shifted from the first state to the second state.

  According to such a configuration, according to such a configuration, priority can be given to a player's will who wants to temporarily change the aspect of the effect.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
Movable means (movable means 901-903);
Movable means control means (sub-control unit 91) for controlling the operation of the movable means;
An accepting means (player side setting switch 70) for accepting the player's operation;
Specific control execution means (sub control unit 91) for performing specific control (display of a setting screen) in response to reception of the reception means;
With
The movable means control means controls the confirmation operation of the movable means (moves the movable means 901 to 903 to the movable positions 921 to 923 and then moves to the initial positions 911 to 913). Part 91),
The specific control execution means does not execute the specific control even if the accepting means accepts a player's operation during the confirming action execution period in which the confirming action control means controls the confirming action of the movable means. You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent specific control from being performed while the movable member is operating.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
Movable means;
Movable means control means (sub-control unit 91) for controlling the operation of the movable means;
An accepting means (player side setting switch 70) for accepting the player's operation;
Specific control execution means (sub control unit 91) for performing specific control (display of a setting screen) in response to reception of the reception means;
Reception notification means for notifying that the player's operation can be received (player side setting switch 70 is lit);
With
The movable means control means controls the confirmation operation of the movable means (moves the movable means 901 to 903 to the movable positions 921 to 923 and then moves to the initial positions 911 to 913). Part 91),
The acceptance notification means does not notify that the player's operation can be accepted during the confirmation operation execution period in which the confirmation operation control means controls the confirmation operation of the movable means (player side) The setting switch 70 may be turned off.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from performing a specific control operation during the confirmation operation of the movable member.

It is a front view showing the whole structure of the slot machine according to the present embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. It is a figure which shows a shop side setting switch. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a main control part. It is a figure which shows the memory map of RAM which a main control part mounts. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the initial setting process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the setting change process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the main process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the timer interruption process (main) which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the timer interruption process (main) which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the power interruption process (main) which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content at the time of a main control part determining the value of a timer counter in a main process. It is a figure which shows the storage area of the timer counter in RAM. It is a flowchart in which a main control part shows the control content of a time counter update process. It is a figure for demonstrating operation | movement of a movable means. Confirmation operation execution period of movable means, period for prohibiting input acceptance of player side setting switch, period for turning off player side setting switch, period for allowing input acceptance of player side setting switch, and player side setting It is the figure which showed the period when a switch is lighted. When the confirmation operation execution period is longer than normal, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch is prohibited, the period during which the player side setting switch is turned off, and the player side setting It is the figure which showed the period which permits the input reception of a switch, and the period which makes a player side setting switch light. Confirmation operation execution period of movable means, period for prohibiting input acceptance of player side setting switch, period for turning off player side setting switch, period for allowing input acceptance of player side setting switch, and player side setting It is the figure which showed the period when a switch is lighted. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the shop side payout rate setting process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the shop side production | presentation setting process which a sub-control part performs. It is a figure which shows the setting screen for adjusting a volume and a light quantity. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the state of a shop side setting switch, a volume, and a light quantity. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of lighting and extinction of the player side setting switch which a sub-control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the player side production | presentation setting process which a sub-control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the volume change operation process which a sub-control part performs. It is the figure which showed the production | generation aspect of the normal state. It is the figure which showed the production | presentation aspect in a big bonus. It is the figure which showed the production | generation aspect of the selection production. It is the timing chart which showed the relationship between the production | presentation aspect of a normal state, and the option initially designated when starting execution of a selection production. It is the timing chart which showed the relationship between the production | presentation aspect of a normal state, and the option initially designated when starting execution of a selection production. It is the timing chart which showed the relationship between the production | presentation aspect of a normal state, and the option initially designated when starting execution of a selection production. It is the flowchart which showed the process sequence of the background effect determination process which a sub-control part performs.

  An embodiment for implementing the slot machine according to the present invention will be described below. As shown in FIG. 1, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface and a front door 1b pivotally supported on a side end of the housing 1a. Yes.

  Inside the casing 1a of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, reels 2L, 2C, 2R (hereinafter, left reel, middle reel, right) having a plurality of symbols arranged on the outer periphery are arranged. As shown in FIG. 1, a see-through window in which three consecutive symbols out of symbols arranged on these reels 2L, 2C, 2R are provided on the front door 1b. It is arranged so that it can be seen from 3.

  As shown in FIG. 3, “red 7”, “blue 7”, “white 7”, “BAR”, “watermelon”, “cherry a”, “cherry” are respectively provided on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R. A plurality of types of mutually distinguishable symbols such as “b”, “bell”, “replay”, and “plum” are drawn in a predetermined order. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are displayed in upper, middle, and lower three stages in the see-through window 3 provided at the approximate center of the front door 1b. In the following, “red 7”, “blue 7”, and “white 7” may be collectively referred to as “7”, and “cherry a” and “cherry b” may be simply referred to as “cherry”. is there.

  The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated by reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 5) provided in correspondence with each other, so that the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are continuous with the see-through window 3. On the other hand, when the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped from rotating, three consecutive symbols are derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3 as display results.

  Inside the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R that detect a reference position for each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and a reel LED 55 that irradiates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the back side , Is provided. The reel LED 55 includes 12 LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and can irradiate each symbol independently. An indicator lamp 51c is displayed on the right side of the reel 2R. The indicator lamp 51c is an area for displaying an image that can specify control to the ART.

  As shown in FIG. 1, on the front door 1b, there are a medal insertion portion 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 from which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player's own game value). The MAXBET switch 6 that is operated when setting the maximum bet number among the prescribed number of bets determined according to the gaming state within the range, setting of medals and bets stored as credits Settlement switch 10 that is operated when the medals used in the game are settled (the medals used for setting credits and bets are returned), start switch 7 that is operated when the game is started, and reels 2L and 2C. , 2R, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, which are operated when stopping the rotation, and an effect switch 56, which is operated when the effect is advanced, are provided by the player. It is provided operably respectively.

  In the present embodiment, among the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R that have started to rotate, the reel that stops first is referred to as a first stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a first stop. Similarly, the second stop reel is referred to as a second stop reel, the stop is referred to as a second stop, the third stop reel is referred to as a third stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a third stop or final stop. Called. The first stop of the left reel 2L is also referred to as a first left stop, the second stop of the left reel 2L is referred to as a second left stop, and the third stop of the left reel 2L is also referred to as a third left stop. Stopping the middle reel 2C for the first time is also called middle first stop, stopping the middle reel 2C for the second time is called middle second stop, and stopping the middle reel 2C for the third time is also called middle third stop. The first stop of the right reel 2R is also referred to as a first right stop, the second stop of the right reel 2R is referred to as a second right stop, and the third stop of the right reel 2R is also referred to as a third right stop.

  In the present embodiment, the stop order in which the player operates the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R (also referred to as pressing order) is forward pressing, forward sandwiching push, middle left pushing, middle right pushing, reverse pinching pushing, and Includes reverse push. The forward pressing means a stop order in which the middle reel 2C is stopped second after the left reel 2L is stopped first. The forward pinching push means a stop order in which the left reel 2L is stopped for the first time and then the right reel 2R is stopped for the second time. The middle left push refers to a stop order in which the left reel 2L is second stopped after the middle reel 2C is first stopped. The middle right push means a stop order in which the right reel 2R is stopped second after the middle reel 2C is stopped first. The reverse pinching push means a stop order in which the left reel 2L is stopped second after the right reel 2R is stopped first. The reverse push means a stop order in which the middle reel 2C is stopped second after the right reel 2R is stopped first.

  The front door 1b is provided with a player side setting switch 70 for setting an effect mode during the game. Since the player side setting switch 70 is provided on the front side of the front door 1b (that is, outside the front door 1b), the player side setting switch 70 is located on the front side of the slot machine 1 when the front door 1b is closed. . For this reason, an operation from the outside, such as being operated by a player who plays in the slot machine 1, is possible. The player can set the volume and light amount in the effect during the game by operating the player side setting switch 70. Note that the player-side setting switch 70 includes an LED inside, and can notify whether or not an operation is accepted by turning on and off. For example, by turning on the player side setting switch 70, the player side setting switch 70 notifies that the operation is accepted. Further, for example, by turning off the player side setting switch 70, it is notified that the player side setting switch 70 does not accept the operation.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the front door 1b shows a credit indicator 11 for displaying the number of medals stored as credits, the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a winning, and the contents when an error occurs. A game auxiliary indicator 12 that displays information that can identify the stop order of the reels by error code and navigation notification, 1 BETLED 14 that notifies that the betting amount is set to 1, and that the betting amount is set to 2 2BETLED 15 for notifying by lighting, 3BETLED 16 for notifying that the number of bets is set to 3, 3BETLED 16 for notifying that a medal can be inserted is indicated, and a game start operation by operating the start switch 7 Start valid LED 18 to notify that it is valid by lighting, wait (from the previous game start) A waiting LED 19 for informing that the reel is being rotated because the fixed period has not elapsed and a replaying LED 20 for informing that the replay game is in progress are provided. A game display unit 13 is provided. A replay game refers to a game that is started after the number of bets is automatically set.

  Inside the MAXBET switch 6, there is provided a BET switch valid LED 21 (see FIG. 5) for notifying that the setting operation of the betting number by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 is valid, and the stop switches 8L, 8C, The left, middle, and right stop effective LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R (see FIG. 5) are provided inside the 8R to notify that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is effective by lighting. It has been.

  On the inner side of the front door 1b, as shown in FIG. 2, a reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation for canceling the error state and the stop state by a predetermined key operation, while changing the set value or confirming the set value A set value display 24 that displays the set value at that time, and controls to a stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) at a predetermined trigger (for example, at the end of BB). A stop switch 36a for selecting whether the stop function is valid / invalid, automatic settlement processing (returning medals stored as credits regardless of the player's operation) at a predetermined opportunity (for example, at the end of BB) The automatic settlement switch 36b for selecting validity / invalidity of the automatic settlement function to be controlled), and the flow path of medals inserted from the medal insertion section 4 are provided in the housing 1a. A flow path switching solenoid 30 for selectively switching to either the par tank 34a (see FIG. 2) side or the medal payout exit 9 side, and a medal that has flowed into the hopper tank 34a side are detected. A medal selector 29 having an inserted medal sensor 31 and a door open detection switch 25 (see FIG. 5) for detecting the open state of the front door 1b are provided.

  In addition, a store side setting switch 60 is provided inside the front door 1b for making a setting that is a reference for the effect mode during the game. Since the store clerk owns the key for opening the front door 1b, the store side setting switch 60 can be operated from the outside by opening the front door 1b. On the other hand, a person other than the store clerk such as a player cannot open the front door 1b and cannot operate the store side setting switch 60. That is, the store side setting switch 60 is an operation means for a game store where the slot machine 1 is installed. The store clerk can set the reference for the volume and light amount in the effect during the game by operating the store side setting switch 60.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the store side setting switch 60 is a switch for switching a total of 16 channels from “0” to “F”. The store clerk can switch these channels by rotating the knob 61. For each of the channels “0” to “F”, the volume and the amount of light in the production are divided into stages. The volume level corresponding to the channels “0” to “F” is referred to as a first volume level, and the light intensity level corresponding to the channels “0” to “F” is also referred to as a first light intensity level. For example, if the channel is “0”, the first volume level is set to the minimum volume level and the first light level level is set to the minimum volume level. If the channel is “F”, the first volume level set to the maximum volume level and the first light level level set to the maximum volume level are set.

  The steps for the volume and light intensity set by the store clerk based on the operation of the store-side setting switch 60 are referred to as the first volume level and the first light level step, whereas the player-side setting switch 70 is operated. Therefore, the steps for the volume and the amount of light that can be set by the player are also referred to as a second volume step and a second light amount step.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 5), and the reel reference positions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are respectively provided inside the housing 1a. A reel unit 2 including detectable reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R (see FIG. 5), an external output board 1000 (see FIG. 5) for outputting an external output signal, and a medal inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are stored. Hopper tank 34a, a hopper motor 34b for paying out medals stored in the hopper tank 34a from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 5), and a payout sensor 34c for detecting the medals paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b (see FIG. 5). A hopper unit 34 and a power supply box 100 are provided.

  On the side of the hopper unit 34, an overflow tank 35 is provided for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a. Inside the overflow tank 35, a full tank sensor 35a (see FIG. 5) is provided for detecting that the number of stored medals exceeds a predetermined amount, that is, the overflow tank 35 is full. The full tank sensor 35a detects that the amount of stored medal stored inside when the conductive member is brought into contact with the medal stored in the overflow tank 35 through the medal stored in the overflow tank 35 exceeds the predetermined amount, that is, the overflow tank is full. Detects that it is in a tan state.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a function key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state is provided on the front surface of the power supply box 100, and functions as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in normal times. In the setting change state, the reset / setting switch 38 functioning as a setting switch for changing the set value of the winning probability (outtake rate) of the internal lottery, and the power switch 39 operated when the power is turned on / off. Is provided.

  The power supply box 100 is provided inside the housing 1a, and the front door 1b can be opened by a predetermined key operation held by a store clerk or the like. The set key switch 37, the reset / setting switch 38, and the power switch 39 are operated only by a store clerk or the like who owns the key, and cannot be operated by the player. The same applies to the reset switch 23 detected by a predetermined key operation. In particular, since the setting key switch 37 requires further key operation after the front door 1b is opened by key operation, only the store clerk possessing the key for operating the setting key switch 37 among the game store clerk. Operation is possible.

  When a game is played in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, first, a medal is inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 or a bet number is set using a credit. To use the credit, the MAXBET switch 6 may be operated. When a predetermined number of bets determined according to the gaming state are set, the winning line LN (see FIG. 1) becomes valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the state where the game can be started. Become. In addition, when a medal is inserted exceeding the maximum number out of the prescribed number corresponding to the gaming state, the amount is added to the credit.

  The winning line is a line that is set to determine whether the combination of symbols displayed on the see-through window 3 of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R is a winning symbol combination. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, only the winning line LN set across the symbols arranged in the horizontal direction in the middle stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the middle stage of the reel 2R, that is, the middle stage, is the winning line. It is defined as. In the present embodiment, only one pay line is applied, but a plurality of pay lines may be applied.

  In the present embodiment, invalid lines LM1 to LM1-4 are set separately from the winning line LN in order to make it easy to recognize that the winning line LN has a combination of symbols constituting the winning line. The invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are not determined based on the combination of symbols arranged in the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. When the combination of symbols constituting a specific prize is arranged on the winning line LN, the invalid line is displayed. When a combination of symbols (for example, bell-bell-bell) that is awarded when the winning line LN is aligned with any of the LM1 to LM4 is arranged, the symbols that make up a particular winning in the winning line LN It is easy to recognize that the combination is complete. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the invalid lines LM1 and 2L of the reel 2L, the upper stage of the reel 2C, the upper stage of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM1 and the reel 2L set across the symbols arranged in the horizontal direction on the upper stage. The lower stage, the lower stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM2 set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the lower stage, the upper stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, lower right There are four types of invalid lines LM3 set across straddling symbols: invalid line LM3, lower stage of reel 2L, middle stage of reel 2C, upper stage of reel 2R, that is, invalid line LM4 set across straddling symbols. It is defined as LM.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as a winning combination, a winning combination is achieved when a combination of predetermined symbols determined as a winning combination on the winning line LN is achieved, and when the predetermined symbol combination is aligned, the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are Including any combination that can be shown as winning by a combination of symbols arranged in any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 by combining a combination of symbols as an index that is easier to recognize than a predetermined symbol combination. . Hereinafter, a combination of symbols that is aligned with any of the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 when a predetermined symbol combination is aligned with the winning line LN is referred to as a symbol combination serving as an index, and constitutes a symbol combination serving as an index. The symbol is called an index symbol.

  When the start switch 7 is operated in a state where the game can be started, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotate, and the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R continuously vary. When any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated in this state, the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is stopped, and the display result is derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3.

  Then, when all the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, one game is completed, and a predetermined symbol combination (hereinafter also referred to as a role) is displayed on each reel 2L, 2C, 2R on the winning line LN. If the game stops as a result, a winning occurs, and a predetermined number of medals are given to the player and added to the credit. Further, when the credit reaches the upper limit number (50 in the present embodiment), medals are paid out directly from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 1).

  The type of winning combination is determined according to the gaming state. In addition to the normal state, the gaming state includes a big bonus and a regular bonus as a special gaming state, and an ART having a higher replay winning probability than the normal state. The main control unit 41 executes control of the gaming state. In addition, unless a regular bonus is provided in the big bonus, it is not controlled to multiple types of gaming state at the same time, if a new gaming state is started, the gaming state that has been controlled until now is End.

  In addition, the types of winning combinations are roughly divided into special roles (big bonus, regular bonus) with transition to special gaming state, and small roles (watermelon, bell, cherry, plum) with payout of medals. And a re-gamer (replay) that allows the next game to be started without the need to set the number of bets.

  The big bonus is “red 7-red 7-red 7”, “blue 7-blue 7-blue 7” in any of the winning line LM or the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 in a gaming state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus. , A prize is awarded when any combination of “White 7-White 7-White 7” is prepared. When winning the big bonus, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to the big bonus.

  The regular bonus is awarded when a combination of “BAR-BAR-BAR” is arranged in either the winning line LM or the invalid lines LM1 to LM4 in a gaming state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus. When winning the regular bonus, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to the regular bonus. In the regular bonus, the winning probability of a small role (especially bell) is higher than in other gaming states.

  The regular bonus ends when 12 games are consumed or when 8 games are won (any kind of combination is possible), whichever comes first. In the big bonus, the regular bonus is repeatedly provided until the number of paid-out medals exceeds 465.

  In addition, even if the big bonus or regular bonus is won in the internal lottery to be described later, “red 7”, “blue 7”, “white 7”, and “BAR” are not necessarily within 5 frames for the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. Since they are not arranged at intervals, there are cases where these winning combinations are not won depending on the operating procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R. However, the big bonus or regular bonus winnings will be carried over until winning.

  In the present embodiment, the game starts when the operation of the start switch 7 is detected while the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, and the game ends when all the reels are stopped. Further, one unit of control (game control) for executing a game starts when all the controls associated with the end of the previous game are completed, and when all the controls associated with the end of the game are completed. finish.

  In this embodiment, a configuration using three reels is illustrated, but a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, a configuration using four or more reels may be used. In a configuration using two or more reels, a winning determination may be made based on a combination of display results derived for all two or more reels. In this embodiment, the variable display device is configured by physical reels. However, the variable display device may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

  Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, after the game is started and the reels 2L, 2C, 2R rotate and the symbols start to change, any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R When operated, the reels corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R stop rotating, and the symbols are stopped and displayed. The maximum stop delay time from the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R to the stop of the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is 190 ms (milliseconds).

  The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated 80 times per minute, and 80 × 21 (the number of symbols per reel) = 1680 frames is fluctuated, so a maximum of four symbols are drawn in 190 ms. Will be able to. In other words, the symbols that can be selected as the stop symbols are the symbols that are displayed when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, and the symbols that are four frames ahead of them, for a total of five symbols.

  For this reason, for example, when any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated and the symbol displayed on the lower stage of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is used as a reference, from the symbol to four frames ahead Since the symbols can be displayed in the lower row, in either of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, when any one of the stop switches 8L, 8R is operated, the symbol displayed in the middle row of the reel corresponding to the stop switch. The symbols arranged within 5 frames including can be displayed on the winning line.

  Hereinafter, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be simply referred to as reels unless it is necessary to distinguish between them. Further, the reel 2L may be referred to as a left reel, the reel 2C as a middle reel, and the reel 2R as a right reel. Further, an operation for stopping the reels 2L, 2C, 2R by an operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R may be referred to as a stop operation.

  FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the slot machine 1. As shown in FIG. 5, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40, an effect control board 90, and a power supply board 101. The game state is controlled by the game control board 40, and the game state is controlled by the effect control board 90. The production according to the control is controlled, and the power supply board 101 generates the drive power for the electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 and supplies them to each part.

  The power supply board 101 is supplied with AC100V power from the outside, and from this AC100V power supply, a DC voltage necessary for driving electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated, and the game control board 40 and the effect control board 90 are generated. To be supplied. Further, the above-described hopper motor 34b, payout sensor 34c, full sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, reset / setting switch 38, and power switch 39 are connected to the power supply board 101.

  On the game control board 40, the above-described MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, settlement switch 10, reset switch 23, stop switch 36a, automatic settlement switch 36b, insertion medal sensor 31, door open The detection switch 25 and reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the above-described payout sensor 34c, full sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, and reset / setting switch 38 are connected via the power supply board 101. Detection signals from these connected switches are input. Further, the game control board 40 includes the credit indicator 11, the game auxiliary indicator 12, 1-3 BET LEDs 14-16, the insertion request LED 17, the start valid LED 18, the waiting LED 19, the replaying LED 20, the BET switch valid LED 21, the left The middle and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R, the set value display 24, the flow path switching solenoid 30, the reel motors 32L, 32C and 32R are connected, and the hopper motor 34b described above is connected via the power supply board 101. These electrical components are connected and driven based on the control of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40.

  The game control board 40 includes a main control unit 41 that performs processing related to the progress of the game, a control clock generation circuit 42 that generates a control clock CCLK, a random number clock generation circuit 43 that generates a random number clock RCLK, and switches. A switch detection circuit 44 that captures the input detection signal and transmits it to the main control unit 41, a motor drive circuit 45 that transmits a motor drive signal (phase signal of the stepping motor) to the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R, and a solenoid drive signal A solenoid drive circuit 46 that transmits to the flow path switching solenoid 30, an LED drive circuit 47 that transmits LED drive signals to various displays and LEDs, and a voltage drop signal indicating that when a voltage drop is detected, the main control unit 41 The power interruption detection circuit 48 that outputs to the Source reset circuit 49 to provide the system reset signal to the main control unit 41 is mounted in an unstable state.

  FIG. 6 shows a configuration example of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 6 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes an external bus interface 501, a clock circuit 502, a verification block 503, a specific information storage circuit 504, an arithmetic circuit 505, and a reset / interrupt. A controller 506, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 41a, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 41b, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 41c, a free-run counter circuit 507, random number circuits 508a and 508b, a timer circuit 509, The interrupt controller 510 includes a parallel input port 511, a serial communication circuit 512, a parallel output port 513, and an address decoding circuit 514. The reset / interrupt controller 506 includes an out-of-designated area prohibition (IAT) circuit 506a and a watchdog timer (WDT) 506b.

  The reset / interrupt controller 506 is for controlling various resets and interrupt requests generated inside or outside the main control unit 41. The reset / interrupt controller 506 includes an out-of-designated area prohibition (IAT) circuit 506a and a watchdog timer (WDT) 506b. The IAT circuit 506a is a circuit that monitors whether the user program is correctly executed in the designated area, and has a function of outputting an IAT generation signal when it is detected that the user program is executed outside the designated area. The watchdog timer 506b has a function of generating a timeout signal for each set period.

  The external bus interface 501 is a bus interface having an interface function between an external bus and an internal bus of a chip constituting the main control unit 41, an address bus, a data bus, and a direction control function of each control signal. The clock circuit 502 is a circuit that generates the internal system clock SCLK by, for example, dividing the control clock CCLK by two. The verification block 503 is connected to an external verification machine and has a function of performing chip verification. The unique information storage circuit 504 is a circuit that stores a plurality of types of unique information that is internal information of the main control unit 41. The arithmetic circuit 505 is a circuit that performs multiplication and division.

  The CPU 41a is a control CPU that executes game control in the slot machine 1 by executing a user program (game control processing program for game control) based on the control code read from the ROM 41b. When such game control is executed, the CPU 41a reads fixed data from the ROM 41b, the variable data writing operation in which the CPU 41a writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 41c and temporarily stores them, and the CPU 41a is temporarily stored in the RAM 41c. A variable data reading operation for reading out various variable data being received, a receiving operation in which the CPU 41a receives input of various signals from the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the parallel input port 511, the serial communication circuit 512, etc. However, a transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the serial communication circuit 512, the parallel output port 513, and the like is also performed.

  The ROM 41b stores a control code indicating a user program (game control processing program for game control), fixed data, and the like. The RAM 41c provides a work area for game control. Here, at least a part of the RAM 41c may be a backup RAM backed up by a backup power source. That is, even if the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, at least a part of the contents of the RAM 41c is stored for a predetermined period.

  As the free-run counter circuit 507, an 8-bit free-run counter is mounted. The random number circuits 508a and 508b are circuits that generate numerical data that is a random value having a predetermined update range, such as an 8-bit random number or a 16-bit random number. In this embodiment, the hardware random number generated by the 16-bit random number circuit 508b among the random number circuits 508a and 508b is used as a random number for internal lottery. The timer circuit 509 is a 16-bit programmable timer, counts down the set timer value based on the input of the control clock CCLK, and outputs an interrupt request signal to the interrupt controller when reaching 0000h. In this embodiment, it is possible to perform periodic interrupt requests and time measurement using the timer circuit 509.

  The interrupt controller 510 is a circuit that controls external interrupt requests from interrupt terminals and interrupt requests from built-in peripheral circuits (for example, serial communication circuit 512, random number circuits 508a and 508b, timer circuit 509). . The parallel input port 511 incorporates an 8-bit wide input-only port. Further, the parallel output port 513 provided in the main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 6 incorporates an 11-bit width dedicated output port. The serial communication circuit 512 is a circuit that performs asynchronous serial communication in input / output with respect to the outside.

  The address decoding circuit 514 is a circuit for decoding each functional block in the main control unit 41 and a chip select signal that is a decoding signal for an external device. In response to the chip select signal, the internal circuit of the main control unit 41 or the external device serving as a peripheral device is selectively operated effectively and can be accessed from the CPU 41a.

  FIG. 7 is an address map of the memory area used by the main control unit 41. As shown in FIG. 7, the memory area used by the main control unit 41 includes a memory area (0000h to 7FFFh) allocated to the RAM 41c and a memory area (8000h to FFFFh) allocated to the ROM 41b.

  The memory area of the RAM 41c includes an available area (0000h to 01FFh) that can be used as a work, and an internal function register area (1000h to 1000h) in which a register group for controlling each function installed in the main control unit 41 is stored. 1080h) and unused areas (0200h to 0FFFh, A800h to FFFFh) where access is prohibited.

  The memory area of the ROM 41b includes a program / data area (8000h to A6FFh) in which programs and fixed data are stored, a ROM comment area (A700h to A7FFh) in which arbitrary data such as a program title and version can be set, and CALLV. Vector table area (A780h to A7A7h) in which the start address of the instruction subroutine and the start address of the interrupt process are set, and the HW parameter in which parameters for setting the internal functions of the main control unit 41 are set in hardware It includes an area (addresses A7A8h to A7FFh) and an unused area (A800h to FFFFh) where access is prohibited.

  The parameters set in the HW parameter area include the final address (HPRGEND) of the ROM area used in the program / data area, the start address (HRAMSTAT) and the final address (HRAMEND) of the RAM area for which access is prohibited.

  When the main control unit 41 accesses an area between the address set in HPRGEND and A6FFh, that is, an area where no program or the like is stored in the program / data area, the main control unit 41 sets the address set in HRAMSTAT. To an area between addresses set in HRAMEND, that is, an area where access is prohibited among usable areas, an access to the ROM comment area, an access to the HW parameter area When there is an illegal access, an illegal access is determined and an illegal access reset is generated. When an illegal access reset occurs, the state is controlled to a special error state, the progress of the game is disabled, the state is changed to a setting change state, and is not released until a new set value is set.

  As described above, when the main control unit 41 accesses an area of the program / data area where no program or the like is stored, the main control unit 41 accesses an area of the usable area where access is prohibited. That is, when an access is made to a memory area that is not accessed in normal operation, an illegal access reset is generated to disable the progress of the game, so it is not related to an unused area or operation of the ROM 41b. Even if an unauthorized program is stored in the area, an unused area of the RAM 41c, etc., it is possible to prevent the unauthorized program from being executed.

  Further, the main control unit 41 is activated by the occurrence of a system reset by inputting a system reset signal, a WDT reset by the WDT 506b, or the aforementioned illegal access reset. At this time, the value set in the vector table area Is 0000h (value set in an unused vector table area) or an address area set in 8000h to HPRGEND, that is, a value indicating an area where a program or the like is actually stored in the program area. If the value set in the vector table area is neither 0000h nor the value indicating the address area set in 8000h to HPRGEND, the activation is not performed.

  As described above, the main control unit 41 is activated when the value set in the vector table area, that is, the start address of the subroutine of the CALLV instruction and the start address of the interrupt process are values indicating the outside of the area where the program is set. By not doing so, it is possible to prevent in advance processing that was not originally intended due to the occurrence of an interrupt or the like.

  The main control unit 41 transmits various commands to the sub control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513. A command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 is sent in only one direction, and no command is sent from the sub control unit 91 toward the main control unit 41. In the present embodiment, the command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513, that is, the command is transmitted as a parallel signal, but the command is transmitted via the serial communication circuit 512. The command may be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, that is, the command may be transmitted as a serial signal.

  The main control unit 41 also receives detection states of various switches connected to the game control board 40 from the parallel input port 511. The main control unit 41 executes basic processing that shifts in stages according to the detection states of various switches input from the parallel input port 511. Further, the main control unit 41 can execute an interrupt process by interrupting the basic process when an interrupt occurs. In the present embodiment, a timer interrupt process (main) is executed every time a time-out occurs in the timer circuit 509, that is, every fixed time interval (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment). The main control unit 41 is set to prohibit other interrupts during the execution of the interrupt process, and when a plurality of interrupts occur at the same time, the main control unit 41 prioritizes according to a predetermined order. An interrupt to be executed is set. If another interrupt factor occurs during the execution of the interrupt process and the interrupt factor continues even after the interrupt process is completed, a new interrupt will occur at that point. It will be.

  The main control unit 41 repeatedly loops the process according to the control state until the detection state of the various switches connected to the game control board 40 changes as a basic process, and changes the detection state of the various switches. Execute a process that moves in stages. Further, the main control unit 41 executes a timer interrupt process (main) at regular time intervals (in the present embodiment, about 0.56 ms). In addition, the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (main) is set to a time longer than the sum of the time required to complete the repeated process according to the control state in the basic process and the execution time of the timer interrupt process (main) Therefore, the process that is repeated according to the control state between the current and next timer interrupt processes (main) is completed at least once.

  The production control board 90 includes a liquid crystal display 51, production effect LEDs 52, speakers 53 and 54, reel LEDs 55, production switches 56, player side setting switches 70, movable means 901 to 903, light emission notification means 951 to 953, and the like. Production devices are connected, and these production devices are driven based on the control by the sub-control unit 91 mounted on the production control board 90.

  For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is switched to “0”, the sub-control unit 91 outputs the sound at the minimum volume in accordance with the first volume level of “0”. 54, and the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, and the like are controlled so as to output light with the minimum light amount in accordance with the first light amount step of “0”.

  In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, the effect switch 56, and the player side setting switch 70 are performed by the sub control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90. The output control of the effect devices such as the movable means 901 to 903 and the light emission notification means 951 to 953 is performed, but the output control unit that directly controls the output of the effect device is provided separately from the sub control unit 91. Mounted on the control board 90 or another board, the sub control unit 91 determines the output pattern of the rendering device based on the command from the main control unit 41, and the output control unit based on the output pattern determined by the sub control unit 91 However, in such a configuration, the output control of the rendering device is performed by both the sub-control unit 91 and the output control unit. It is the thing. In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, the effect switch 56, the player side setting switch 70, the movable means 901 to 903, and the light emission notifying means 951 are provided as effect devices. ˜953 are illustrated, but the production device is not limited to these.

  The effect control board 90 is composed of a microcomputer having a sub CPU 91a, ROM 91b, RAM 91c, and I / O port 91d, and a liquid crystal display connected to the effect control board 90, a sub control unit 91 for effect control. 51, a display control circuit 92 for performing display control, an LED driving circuit 93 for controlling driving of the effect LED 52 and the reel LED 55, an audio output circuit 94 for controlling audio output from the speakers 53, 54, when the power is turned on or from the sub CPU 91a The reset circuit 95 that gives a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a when the initialization command is not input for a certain period of time, the switch detection circuit 96 that detects the detection signal input from the switches connected to the effect control board 90, date information and time Clock device 97 for outputting time information including information, slot machine 1 When the supplied power supply voltage is monitored and a voltage drop is detected, a power interruption detection circuit 98 that outputs a voltage drop signal to that effect to the sub CPU 91a, and movable means 901 to 901 connected to the effect control board 90 A movable means drive circuit 99 for performing drive control 903, other circuits, and the like are mounted, and the sub CPU 91a receives various commands transmitted from the game control board 40 and performs various controls for performing effects. At the same time, each part of the control circuit mounted on the effect control board 90 is controlled directly or indirectly.

  The reset circuit 95 has a lower voltage for releasing the reset signal than the reset circuit 49 that gives the system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. When the power is turned on, the sub control unit 91 It starts at an earlier stage than the unit 41. On the other hand, the power interruption detection circuit 98 has a voltage that outputs a voltage drop signal lower than the power interruption detection circuit 48 that outputs a voltage drop signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. The sub-control unit 91 detects a power failure at a later stage than the main control unit 41 and performs a power-off process (sub).

  Similar to the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 has an interrupt function, generates an interrupt when receiving a command from the main control unit 41, and acquires a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. Execute command reception interrupt processing to be stored in the buffer. Further, the sub control unit 91 executes the timer interrupt process (sub) by generating an interrupt every time the input number of system clocks reaches a certain number, that is, at a certain time interval (about 2 ms). Also, unlike the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 interrupts the process even when the timer interrupt process (sub) is being executed when an interrupt is generated based on the reception of the command. The command reception interrupt process is executed at the same time, and the command reception interrupt process is executed with the highest priority even if interrupts that trigger the timer interrupt process (sub) occur at the same time. The sub-control unit 91 is also supplied with backup power at the time of a power failure, and the data stored in the RAM 91c is held while the backup power is supplied.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the medal payout rate changes according to the set value. Specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using the winning probability according to the set value in the lottery that affects the advantage to the player such as the internal lottery, the navigation stock lottery, and the extra lottery. The set value is composed of 6 levels of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest payout rate and the payout rate being lower as the value is decreased in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and as the value decreases in order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the advantage decreases stepwise.

  In order to change the setting value, it is necessary to turn on the power of the slot machine 1 after the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the setting value read from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24 as a display value, and the setting value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38. Transition to the setting change state. When the reset / setting switch 38 is operated in the setting change state, the display value displayed on the set value display 24 is updated one by one (when the set value 6 is further operated, the set value 1 is set. Return). When the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is determined as the set value. Then, when the setting key switch 37 is turned OFF, the determined display value (setting value) is stored in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41, and the state shifts to a state in which the game can proceed.

  In addition, when the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the door opening detection switch 25 may detect that the front door 1b is opened, and shift to the setting change state. Well, by adopting such a configuration, it is possible to prevent unauthorized setting changes in a state where the front door 1b is not opened. Further, in the configuration that shifts to the setting change state on the condition that the detection corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b is performed, the door opening detection switch 25 supports the opening of the front door 1b after shifting to the setting change state. Even if the detection is not detected, it is preferable to maintain the setting change state. Thus, even if the front door 1b is temporarily closed during the setting change, an operation for shifting to the setting change state is performed again. This is not necessary, and the setting change operation is not complicated. Further, after the transition to the setting change state, when the setting value is determined by operating the start switch 7 and then the setting key switch 37 is turned OFF, the door opening detection switch 25 detects that the front door 1b is opened. On the condition that the setting change state is terminated, it may be configured to shift to a state in which the game can proceed. Even in such a configuration, the front door 1b is not opened in an unauthorized manner. It is possible to prevent the setting from being changed.

  In order to confirm the set value, after the game is over, the setting key switch 37 may be turned on with no bet amount set. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on in such a situation, the setting value read out from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24, thereby shifting to a setting confirmation state in which the setting value can be confirmed. In the setting confirmation state, the game cannot be progressed, and by turning the setting key switch 37 to the OFF state, the setting confirmation state is ended and the state in which the game can proceed is returned.

  It should be noted that, after the game is over, when the setting key switch 37 is turned on with no bet amount set, the door opening detection switch 25 detects that the front door 1b is opened. In addition, a configuration for shifting to the setting confirmation state may be adopted. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the setting value from being illegally confirmed without the front door 1b being opened. In addition, in the configuration that shifts to the setting confirmation state on the condition that the detection corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b is performed, the door opening detection switch 25 supports the opening of the front door 1b after the transition to the setting confirmation state. It is preferable to maintain the setting confirmation state even if the detection to be performed is not performed. Thus, even if the front door 1b is temporarily closed during the setting confirmation, an operation for shifting to the setting confirmation state again is performed. This is not necessary and the setting confirmation operation is not complicated. Further, after shifting to the setting confirmation state, when the set key switch 37 is turned off after the set value is confirmed by operating the start switch 7, the detection corresponding to the opening of the front door 1b is performed by the door opening detection switch 25. On the condition that the setting confirmation state is terminated, it may be configured to return to a state in which the game can proceed, and even in such a configuration, the front door 1b is not opened in an unauthorized manner. It is possible to prevent the setting value from being confirmed.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not a voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 48 is detected every time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed. Power failure determination processing is performed, and when it is determined that a voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination processing, power interruption processing for setting data for determining whether or not the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the time of the next recovery (main) Execute.

  Then, the main control unit 41 returns the processing state of the main control unit 41 to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 41c on the condition that the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the time of activation. However, if the RAM 41c data is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM abnormal error code is set in the register to control the RAM abnormal error state, thereby disabling the progress of the game.

  The error state shifts to a normal error state that is canceled by a reset operation (operation of the reset / setting switch 38 or the reset switch 23) and the setting change state described above, and is canceled until a new setting value is set. Special error status with no error, the RAM abnormal error status is a special error status, and once it is controlled to the RAM abnormal error status, it shifts to the setting change status and is released until a new set value is set. It will not be done.

  Further, the sub control unit 91 also determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 98 is detected in the timer interruption process (sub), and when it is determined that the voltage drop signal is detected, A power interruption process (sub) for setting data for determining whether or not the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the next return is executed.

  Then, the sub-control unit 91 returns the processing state of the sub-control unit 91 to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 91c on the condition that the data of the RAM 91c is normal at the time of activation. However, if the data in the RAM 91c is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM 91c is initialized. In this case, unlike the main control unit 41, only the RAM 91c is initialized, and the performance is not disabled.

  Even if it is determined that the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the time of activation, the sub control unit 91 receives a setting command indicating that the setting change state has been entered from the main control unit 41, and is constant after activation. The RAM 91c is also initialized when neither a return command nor a setting command indicating that the control state of the main control unit 41 has returned is received even after a lapse of time. In this case, the execution of the performance is not disabled only by initializing the RAM 91c.

  Next, initialization of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 will be described. The usable area in the storage area of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 is divided into an important work, a special work, a general work, an unused area, and a stack area, and an important work, a special work, a general work, and an unused area. Are arranged in the stack area order.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 detects the data in the RAM 41c when the setting key switch 37 is turned on when the setting key switch 37 is turned on. Is not destroyed, when the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed, at the end of setting change, at the end of a specific gaming state, and at the end of one game When the initialization condition consisting of is established, four types of initializations with different areas initialized according to each initialization condition are performed.

  Initialization 0 is when the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is turned off and when the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is turned on. In the initialization 0, all the usable areas are initialized. Initialization 1 is initialization that is performed when data in the RAM 41c is not destroyed at the time of start-up with the setting key switch 37 being ON. In the initialization 1, other than important work and special work in the usable area. This area is initialized. Initialization 2 is initialization performed at the end of a specific gaming state. In initialization 2, a general work, an unused area, and an unused stack area are initialized among available areas. Initialization 3 is initialization performed at the end of one game. In initialization 3, an unused area and an unused stack area are initialized among the available areas. The storage area for the data indicating the set value and the game state is allocated to the special work, and when the data in the RAM 41c is not destroyed at the time of startup with the setting key switch 37 being ON, that is, the data in the RAM 41c. When the game is normal and the setting is changed, data indicating the setting value and the gaming state is held. Further, the storage area of the timer counter is assigned to a special work and is held without being initialized at the end of the game or at the end of a specific gaming state.

  In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, a prescribed number of bets that can be set is determined according to the gaming state, and on condition that the prescribed number of bets determined according to the gaming state is set. The game can be started. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN is activated when a specified number of bets according to the gaming state are set.

  In this embodiment, when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, the activated pay line is activated (in the present embodiment, all the pay lines are always activated. When a combination of symbols called “combinations” is arranged on the activated winning line (simply called the winning line), a winning is achieved. The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols.

  The type of winning combination is determined according to the game state, but it can be roughly divided into a small role with payout of medals and a replay that can start the next game without the need to set the number of bets. There are a game combination and a special combination with a transition to a game state advantageous to the player. Below, a small role and a re-playing role are collectively called a general role. In order to win each winning combination determined according to the gaming state, it is necessary to win the internal lottery and set the winning flag of the winning combination in the RAM 41c. Of these winning flags, the winning flags for the small role and the replaying role are valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and are invalid in the next game. It is valid until a combination of combinations permitted by the flag is completed, and is invalid in a game having a combination of combinations permitted. In other words, once the special combination winning flag is won, even if the combination of the combination permitted by the flag cannot be made, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It becomes.

  Hereinafter, the internal lottery of the present embodiment will be described. In the internal lottery, whether or not the main control unit 41 allows the winning of each combination described above before the display results of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are derived (specifically, the start switch 7 At the time of detection). In the internal lottery, first, a random value for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is acquired when the start switch 7 is detected. Specifically, the value generated by the random number circuit 508b and stored in the random number value register of the random number circuit 508b is set as the lottery work assigned to the RAM 41c. And, for each combination determined according to the gaming state, according to the numerical data stored in the lottery work and the number of determination values of each combination determined according to the current gaming state, the number of bets and the set value A determination is made as to whether or not winning is permitted.

  In the internal lottery, the number of judgment values determined in accordance with the internal lottery target, the current gaming state, and the set value are sequentially assigned to the random number for internal lottery (numerical data stored in the lottery work). When the result of addition overflows, it is determined that the winning combination is won. For this reason, a winning combination will be won with a probability (number of determination values / 65536) according to the number of determination values.

  If a winning combination of any combination is determined, a winning flag corresponding to the combination determined to be winning is set in the internal winning flag storing work assigned to the RAM 41c. The internal winning flag storage work consists of a 2-byte storage area, of which the upper byte is assigned as the special role storing work in which the winning flag for the special role is set, and the lower byte is the winning of the general role It is assigned as a general role storage work for which a flag is set. Specifically, when a special combination is won, a special combination winning flag indicating that the special combination is won is set in the special combination storing work, and the winning flag set in the general combination storing work is cleared. When a general combination is won, a winning flag for the general combination indicating that the general combination is won is set in the general combination storing work. If no winning combination is selected, only the general winning combination work is cleared.

  Next, stop control of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R will be described. The main control unit 41 refers to the table index and table creation data stored in the ROM 41b when the reel starts to rotate and when the reel stops and the reel that is still rotating still remains. A stop control table is created for each reel that is rotating. The stop control table is data that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing when the stop operation is performed. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel is effectively detected, the stop control table of the corresponding reel is referred to and the slip of the referred stop control table is referred to. Based on the number of frames, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R corresponding to the operated stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R.

  In the present embodiment, a value of 0 to 4 is determined as the number of sliding frames, and it is possible to stop the reel by drawing in a maximum of 4 symbols after detecting a stop operation. In other words, the stop position of the symbol can be designated from a range of a maximum of 5 frames including the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected. In addition, since it is necessary to move one frame to move the reel for one symbol, it is possible to stop the reel by pulling in a maximum of four symbols after detecting the stop operation. The symbol stop position can be designated from a range of up to five symbols including the operation position.

  In the present embodiment, when any of the winning combinations is won, when the stopping operation is performed, the winning combination is stopped on the winning line in the drawing range of up to 4 frames. If it is possible, control is performed to align and stop, and the winning combination that has not been won is controlled to be stopped without being aligned in the drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames. When a special role and a small role are elected at the same time, such as when a special role is elected while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, the maximum on the winning line when the stop operation is performed If it is possible to align and stop the winning roles in the 4-frame pull-in range, control will be performed to align them and stop them, and the winning roles will be selected on the winning line within the maximum 4-frame pull-in range. If it is not possible to withdraw, if a special role that has been elected within the draw range of up to 4 frames can be aligned and stopped on the winning line, it will be controlled and stopped. Control to stop without aligning in the drawing range of 4 frames will be performed. That is, in such a case, priority is given to the control for aligning the small combination on the winning line over the special combination, and the special combination can be won only when the small combination cannot be drawn. In the case where a special combination and a small combination can be withdrawn at the same time, only the small combination is drawn, and the small combination is not aligned on the winning line at the same time as the special combination. Also, when a special role and a small role are elected at the same time, priority is given to the control of aligning the special role on the winning line over the small role, and only when the special role cannot be drawn, the small role is placed on the winning line. You may perform control to align.

  Also, in this embodiment, when the special role and the replaying role are won at the same time, such as when the replaying role is won while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, the stop operation is performed. At the time of quitting, control is performed so that the symbols of the re-gamer are aligned and stopped on the winning line with a drawing range of up to 4 frames. In this case, the symbols constituting the re-gamer or the symbols constituting the re-gamer to be simultaneously elected are arranged at intervals of 5 symbols or less, that is, within 4 frames, for any of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R. Since it can always be stopped at any position within the 4-frame pull-in range, if the special combination and the re-playing combination are elected at the same time, the timing of the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R by the player Without fail, the re-playing role will always be won. That is, in such a case, the control for aligning the re-games on the winning line has priority over the special game, and the re-games will always win. In the case where the special combination and the re-playing combination can be withdrawn at the same time, only the re-playing combination is drawn in and the special combination is not arranged on the winning line at the same time as the re-playing combination.

  In this embodiment, the reel stop control is performed by using a stop control table that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing at which the stop operation is performed. A configuration that performs stop control by specifying a stop position from the position table and stopping the reel at the specified stop position, and searching for a stop position that can be stopped at a stop operation timing without using the stop control table or the stop position table・ Specifically configured to perform stop control to stop the reel at the specified stop position, stop control using the stop control table, stop control using the stop position table, and stop without using the stop control table or stop position table Configuration that uses stop control by searching and specifying the correct stop position, and configuration that performs stop control by partially changing the stop control table and stop position table It may be.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 counts the game time, which is the time that has elapsed since the start of reel rotation, every time the reel starts rotating after the game starts. After a game is over, when a specified number of bets are set by inserting medals, etc., and the game start operation is enabled, the reel rotation of the previous game is performed. If the game time that started timing from the start time is longer than the specified time (4.1 seconds in this embodiment), that is, if the specified time has elapsed since the start of reel rotation of the previous game, a wait is generated. At that time, the rotation of the reel for the game in the game is started. On the other hand, after the end of one game, when a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, etc., and when the game start operation is enabled, the reel rotation of the previous game is started. If the game time that started timing from the time is less than the specified time, that is, if the specified time has not elapsed since the start of reel rotation of the previous game, a wait is generated and the reel starts rotating at that time. First, it waits until the game time that has started timing from the reel rotation start time of the previous game reaches the specified time, and starts rotating the reel when it reaches the specified time.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs control to output an external output signal indicating a gaming state, an error occurrence state, and the like. These external output signals are output to a hall device such as a hall computer via the information output terminal board of the game shop (hall) where the external output board 1000 and the slot machine 1 are installed.

  The main control unit 41 has a medal IN signal indicating the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, a medal OUT signal indicating the number of medals awarded to the player due to the occurrence of winning, and the gaming state is RB (regular bonus). RB signal indicating that the game state is BB (big bonus), ART signal indicating that the game state is ART, and door opening signal indicating that the front door 1b is open Then, a setting change signal indicating that the mode is changed to the setting change mode, an insertion error signal indicating an abnormality of the medal selector, and a payout error signal indicating an abnormality of the hopper unit 34 are output.

  The external output board 1000 is provided with a relay circuit, a parallel / serial conversion circuit, a terminal for each output signal, and a connector to be electrically connected to the circuit of the information providing terminal board. Of the signals output from the game control board 40, the medal IN signal, the medal OUT signal, the RB signal, the BB signal, and the ART signal are directly output as pulse signals to the information providing terminal board via the relay circuit. The On the other hand, the door opening signal, setting change signal, input error signal, and payout error signal are converted into security signals, which are serial signals that can be individually identified by the parallel-serial conversion circuit, and information is provided. Output to the terminal board.

  Next, commands that the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sends, to the sub control unit 91, a throw-in number command, a credit command, a gaming state command, an internal winning command, a reel acceleration information command, a stop operation time command, a sliding frame number command, Multiple types including stop command, game end command, winning number command, payout start command, payout end command, standby command, stop command, error command, return command, setting command, setting confirmation command, door command, operation detection command Send a command.

  The inserted number command is a command that can specify the number of inserted medals, that is, the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, and is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. Or, when a prescribed number of bets is not set, a medal is inserted, or when the bet number is set by operating the MAXBET switch 6. The inserted number command is transmitted when the betting number setting operation is performed, so that it is possible to specify that the betting number setting operation has been performed by receiving the inserted number command. The credit command is a command that can specify the number of medals stored as credits, and is a state from the end of the game (after setting change) to the start of the game, and in a state where a predetermined number of bets is set, Sent when a medal is inserted and credits are added.

  The game state command is a command that can specify the game state of the game, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. The internal winning command is a command that can specify the internal lottery result, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game and after the gaming state command is transmitted. Since the game state command and the internal winning command are transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated and the game starts, it is possible to specify that the game is started by operating the start switch 7 by receiving these commands. It is.

  The reel acceleration information command is a command that can specify that the rotation of the reel starts with the progress of the game, and is transmitted when the rotation of the reel starts with the progress of the game. The stop operation command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, and the area number of the stop operation position of the corresponding reel. Sent every time the accompanying stop control is performed. The sliding frame number command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is a left reel, a middle reel, or a right reel, and the number of sliding frames to be moved from when the corresponding reel is stopped until it stops. Each time stop control associated with the stop operation of each reel is performed, the corresponding stop operation command is transmitted after being transmitted. The stop command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is a left reel, a middle reel, or a right reel, and the area number of the stop position of the corresponding reel. Stop control associated with the stop operation of each reel Is transmitted after the corresponding sliding frame number command is transmitted. With the stop operation command, the sliding frame number command, and the stop command, it is possible to specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, and accompanying the stop operation of each reel Since it is transmitted every time stop control is performed, by receiving these commands, it is possible to specify that one of the reels has been stopped and the reel to be stopped.

  The game end command is a command that can specify that the game has ended, and is transmitted when the player presses the stop switch to stop the third stop reel and releases the stop switch. The winning number command is a command that can specify a combination of symbols arranged on the winning line LN, whether or not a winning is received, a type of winning, and a payout number of medals at the time of winning. The player stops the third stop reel. This is when the stop switch is pressed and released, and is transmitted after the game end command is transmitted. Both the game end command and the winning number command are transmitted when the player depresses the stop switch to release the third stop reel and releases the stop switch. It is possible to specify that all operations necessary to advance one game have been completed.

  The payout start command is a command for notifying the start of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals is started by paying out a prize or credit (including medals used for setting the number of bets). The payout end command is a command for notifying the end of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals by winning and winning a credit is completed.

  The standby command is a command indicating a transition to the standby state, and when the transition to the standby state occurs after one game is over and the estimated end time (60 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed without setting the bet amount, It is transmitted after the payout of medals by the settlement of credits (including medals used for setting the number of bets) is completed and a payout end command is transmitted.

  The stop command is a command indicating the occurrence or release of the stop state, and after the end of the BB, the stop command indicating the occurrence of the stop state is transmitted when the ending effect waiting time has elapsed, and the reset operation is performed. When the stop state is released, a stop command indicating the release of the stop state is transmitted. An error command is a command that indicates the occurrence or cancellation of an error condition and the type of error condition. When an error is determined and controlled to an error condition, an error command indicating the occurrence and type of the error condition is sent and reset. When the error state is canceled after the operation is performed, an error command indicating the cancellation of the error state is transmitted.

  The return command is a command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power interruption, and is transmitted when the main control unit 41 returns to the control state before the power interruption. The setting command is a command indicating the start or end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change. At the time of transition to the setting change state, a setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is transmitted, and when the setting change state ends. A setting command indicating the end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change is transmitted. Further, since the control state of the main control unit 41 is initialized with the transition to the setting change state, it can be specified that the control state of the main control unit 41 has been initialized by the setting command indicating the start of setting. . The setting confirmation command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting confirmation state. A setting confirmation command that indicates the start of setting confirmation is transmitted when entering the setting confirmation state, and the setting confirmation end is indicated when the setting confirmation state ends. A confirmation command is sent.

  The door command is a command indicating the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25, that is, ON (open state) / OFF (closed state). When the power is turned on, one game is finished (after the game is over, the bet number of the next game) Sent before the setting can be started), and when the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 changes (ON to OFF, OFF to ON). The operation detection command is a command indicating the detection state (ON / OFF) of the operation switches (MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R), and is transmitted at regular intervals.

  Of these commands, commands other than the door command and the operation detection command are generated in the basic process, temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and transmitted in the subsequent command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main). The On the other hand, the door command is generated in the door monitoring process of the timer interrupt process (main), temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and transmitted in the subsequent command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main). Is done. The operation detection command is generated based on the detection state of the switch every time the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) is executed 10 times, and is temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c. Then, it is transmitted in the command transmission process of the subsequent timer interrupt process (main).

  Next, the control of the effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 based on the command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the effect control board 90 will be described. When the sub control unit 91 receives a command from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 executes a command reception interrupt process. In the command reception interrupt process, the command acquired from the command transmission line is stored in the reception buffer provided in the RAM 91c.

  In the timer interrupt process (sub), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not an unprocessed command is stored in the reception buffer. If an unprocessed command is stored, the sub-control unit 91 is the earliest. The control pattern table stored in the ROM 91b is referred to based on the command received in the stage, and the liquid crystal display 51, effect effect LED 52, speakers 53, 54, reel LED 55, etc. are controlled based on the control contents registered in the control pattern table. Performs output control of various rendering devices. In the control pattern table, the display pattern of the liquid crystal display 51 corresponding to the type of command, the lighting mode of the lighting effect LED 52, the output mode of the speakers 53 and 54, the lighting mode of the reel LED 55, etc. Control patterns of these effect devices are registered, and when the sub-control unit 91 receives a command, the sub-control unit 91 stores the control patterns registered corresponding to the effect patterns set in the RAM 91c in the game of the control pattern table. Among these, the control pattern corresponding to the type of the received command is referred to, and the output control of the rendering device is performed based on the control pattern. Thereby, the production according to the production pattern and the progress of the game is executed.

  If the sub-control unit 91 receives a new command during execution of an effect triggered by the reception of a certain command, the sub-control unit 91 stops the effect based on the control pattern being executed, and changes to the newly received command. An effect based on the corresponding control pattern is executed. In other words, even if the production is not finished to the end, when a new command is received, the production that was being executed is canceled and a new command is received unless the received new command is not a command that triggers a new production. An effect based on the command is executed.

  When the internal winning command is received, the effect pattern is selected at a selection rate corresponding to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command, and is set in the RAM 91c. The selection rate of the effect pattern is registered in the effect table stored in the ROM 91b, and when the sub control unit 91 receives the internal winning command, the sub control unit 91 stores the effect pattern in the effect table according to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command. With reference to the registered selection rate, one of the effect patterns is selected from a plurality of types of effect patterns according to the selection rate, and the selected effect pattern is set in the RAM 91c as the effect pattern of the game. Even if the same command is received, a different control pattern is selected depending on the effect pattern selected when the internal winning command is received. As a result, different effects may be performed depending on the effect pattern.

  Next, various control contents executed by the main control unit 41 in the present embodiment will be described below with reference to FIGS.

  When the main control unit 41 is activated due to the occurrence of a reset, the main control unit 41 performs setting at the time of activation. In the startup setting, a status flag included in the main control unit 41 is initialized. The status flag is data that holds the state of the operation result and execution result of the instruction, and particularly includes an interrupt master permission flag for setting interrupt prohibition / permission. Since the initial value of the interrupt master permission flag is a value indicating prohibition of interrupt, the main control unit 41 is started in a state where interrupt is prohibited.

  After that, the main control unit 41 sets various functions with reference to the HW parameter, and then performs an initial setting process shown in the flowchart of FIG. 8 according to the program stored in the program / data area. In the initial setting process, first, the interrupt is prohibited by setting the value of the interrupt master permission flag to a value indicating prohibition of interrupt (Sa1). As described above, the main control unit 41 is started in an interrupt-inhibited state, but in Sa1, the interrupt is again prohibited. Next, initialization data is set (Sa2), and each output port is initialized (Sa3). Next, the built-in register is set (Sa4).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the power supply voltage is normal (Sa5). If the power supply voltage is not normal, the determination is repeated until normal. If the power supply voltage is normal, the upper address of the interrupt vector is set (Sa6). Then, access to the RAM 41c is permitted (Sa7), and the stack pointer is initialized (Sa8).

  Next, the RAM parity is calculated (Sa9). Then, it is determined whether or not the calculated RAM parity becomes 0 (Sa10). If the RAM parity does not become 0, the process proceeds to step Sa13 to clear the destruction diagnosis data (Sa13).

  When the RAM parity becomes 0, destruction diagnosis data is acquired from the RAM 41c (Sa11). Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired destruction diagnosis data is correct (Sa12), and the destruction diagnosis data is cleared (Sa13).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 37 is in an ON state (Sa14). When the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state, a timer interrupt is set (Sa19). Specifically, the register of the timer circuit 509 built in the main control unit 41 is set so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time. In this embodiment, a value corresponding to about 0.56 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register), so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated about every 0.56 ms. In the timer circuit 509, the register is set, so that the timer is initialized and starts counting from the initial value. When the timer interrupt setting in step Sa19 is completed, the process proceeds to a setting change process.

  On the other hand, when the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state, it is determined whether or not the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed (Sa15). In step Sa15, it is determined whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is set, and whether or not the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed based on the determinations in Sa10 and Sa12. If the stored contents of the RAM 41c are not destroyed, a return command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sa16). In the case where the stored contents of the RAM 41c are not destroyed, it is determined that the RAM abnormality flag is not set and the RAM parity is 0 in the step Sa10, and further, the destruction diagnosis data is obtained in the step Sa12. This is the case when it is determined to be correct.

  After the step Sa16, all the registers are restored (Sa17), and the timer interrupt setting similar to the step Sa19 is performed (Sa18). Then, the process proceeds to Sd24 of the timer interrupt process (main). As a result, the process that was being executed before the power interruption is restored.

  If the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed in the step of Sa15, the RAM start address (0000h) is set in the register (Sa20), and the address from the specified address to the last usable address (0FFFh) is set. The area, that is, the entire usable area is initialized (Sa21).

  Next, a RAM abnormality flag indicating that the storage content of the RAM 41c is not normal is set in the RAM 41c (Sa22), and the process proceeds to error processing. In error processing, the progress of the game is disabled. Further, the error state that has been shifted after the RAM abnormality flag is set can be canceled by shifting to the setting change process by setting the setting key switch 37 to ON and turning on the power switch 39. On the other hand, when the power switch 39 is turned on without turning the setting key switch 37 on, the RAM abnormality flag remains set, and an error state occurs again.

  Next, the setting change process which the main control part 41 performs is demonstrated.

  As shown in FIG. 9, the main control unit 41 first sets a RAM start address (0000h) in a register (Sb1). Next, it is determined whether or not the stored contents of the RAM 41c are destroyed in the same manner as in the step Sa15 shown in FIG. 8 (Sb2). If the contents of the RAM are not destroyed, that is, if the contents of the RAM are not abnormal, the start address of the initialization target RAM at the start of setting change is set in the register (Sb3). That is, the address set in Sb1 is changed. If the contents of the RAM are destroyed, that is, if the contents of the RAM are abnormal, the process proceeds to step Sb4.

  Next, the area from the address designated in the step Sb1 or Sb3 to the last address of the usable area is initialized (Sb4). In step Sb1, the start address of the RAM is set. In this case, all the usable areas are initialized in step Sb4. On the other hand, since the start address of the initialization target RAM at the start of setting change is set in the step Sb3, in this case, in the step Sb4, areas other than the important work and the special work are initialized among the usable areas. Will be.

  Next, a setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sb5), and interruption is permitted (Sb6).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the reset / setting switch 38 has changed from OFF to ON (Sb7). When the reset / setting switch 38 changes from OFF to ON, the set value of the register is updated (in the case of 1 to 5, 1 is added, and in the case of 6, it is updated to 1) (Sb8). If the reset / setting switch 38 has not changed, it is determined whether or not the start switch 7 has changed from OFF to ON (Sb9).

  If the start switch 7 has not changed, the process returns to step Sb7. When the start switch 7 is changed from OFF to ON, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state (Sb10). If the setting key switch 37 is not in the OFF state, the determination is repeated until the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state. If the setting key switch 37 is OFF, the setting value data set in the register is stored in the RAM 41c (Sb11).

  Next, a setting command indicating the end of the setting change state is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 (Sb12). Then, the initial address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the setting change is set in the register (Sb13), and the process proceeds to the main process.

  Next, main processing executed by the main control unit 41 will be described. The main process is repeatedly executed for each unit of game. One period of the main process corresponds to one unit of the game.

  As shown in FIG. 10, the main control unit 41 first prohibits an interrupt (Sc1). Next, the final address of the initialization target RAM is set (Sc2).

  Next, the RAM area indicated by the designated address is cleared (Sc3). At this time, if the main process is started after the setting change process, the initial address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the setting change is set. In the step Sc2, the final address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the setting change ( 0FFFh) is set, the area other than the important work and the special work among the usable areas is initialized. In addition, at the end of the game that is not at the end of the specific game state, the initial address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the specific game state is set at the step of Sc10, and at the step of Sc2, the stack pointer is set as the final address. Since the address shown is set, the general work, the unused area, and the unused stack area in the usable area are initialized. At the end of a specific game state and at the end of the game, the start address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the game is set in the step of Sc11, and the stack pointer indicates the final address in the step of Sc2. Since the address is set, the unused area and the unused stack area in the usable area are initialized.

  After initialization of the RAM in the step of Sc3, interrupts are permitted (Sc4).

  Next, a game start waiting process is executed (Sc5). In the game start waiting process, the process waits in a state where a bet number can be set, and a process for starting a game is executed when a specified number of bets are set according to the game state and the start switch 7 is operated.

  Next, an internal lottery process is executed (Sc6). In the internal lottery process, whether or not to win the above-mentioned winning combination based on the internal lottery random value latched simultaneously with the start of the game by the detection of the start switch 7 in the step of Sc5 (that is, the display result is derived). The process of determining whether or not to allow) is performed.

  Next, a reel control process is executed (Sc7). In the reel control process, the process of rotating each reel 2L, 2C, 2R in response to the operation of the start switch 7, the result of the internal lottery in the step of Sd2, and the operation of the stop switch 8L, 8C, 8R by the player are detected. In response to this, processing for stopping the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is executed.

  Next, a game end time setting process is executed (Sc8). In the game end setting process, when it is determined that the rotation of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is stopped in the process of Sc7, a winning occurs according to the display result derived for each reel 2L, 2C, and 2R. The process which determines whether or not is executed. When it is determined that a winning has occurred, processing such as credit addition and medal payout is performed based on the number of payouts according to the winning. When a winning occurs, a process for setting a gaming state for the next game is executed after the medal payout is completed. Further, when no winning occurs, after the reels are stopped, processing for setting a gaming state for the next game is executed.

  When the setting process at the end of the game is completed, it is determined whether or not it is the end of the specific gaming state (Sc9). If it is not the end of the specific gaming state, the initial address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the game is determined. Set (Sc10) and return to the step of Sc1. If it is at the end of the specific gaming state, the start address of the initialization target RAM at the end of the specific gaming state is set (Sc11), and the process returns to the step of Sc1.

  In the main process, a command is generated in accordance with the progress of the game, set in the command buffer, and transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 in the subsequent timer interrupt process (main).

  FIGS. 11 and 12 are flowcharts showing the control contents of the timer interrupt process (main) executed by the main control unit 41 by interrupting and executing the basic process (mainly the main process) at a constant interval (approximately 0.56 ms). is there. The timer interrupt process (main) is a process executed by an interrupt generated according to the count of the timer circuit 509. The address at which the program of the timer interrupt process (main) is stored is a vector table. It is set as a value corresponding to the timer interrupt. When a timer interrupt occurs, processing from that address is executed. Further, other interrupts are automatically prohibited during the execution period of the timer interrupt process (main).

  As shown in FIG. 11, in the timer interrupt process (main), first, the register in use is saved in the stack area (Sd1).

  Next, a power failure determination process is performed (Sd2). In the power failure determination process, it is determined whether or not a voltage drop signal is input from the power failure detection circuit 48. If a voltage drop signal is input, whether or not the voltage drop signal is input in the previous power failure determination process as well. If a voltage drop signal has been input in the previous power failure determination process, it is determined that a power failure has occurred, and a power interruption flag indicating that is set.

  After the power failure determination process in step Sd2, it is determined whether or not the power interruption flag is set (Sd3). If the power interruption flag is not set, the process proceeds to Sd4 and the power interruption flag is set. In this case, the process proceeds to a power interruption process (main).

  In step Sd4, port input processing for inputting detection data of various switches from the input port is performed.

  Next, the branch counter for identifying the timer interrupt to be executed in the timer interrupt process (main) is advanced by 1 from the four types of timer interrupts 1 to 4 (Sd5). In step Sd5, 1 is added when the branch counter value is 0 to 2, and is updated to 0 when the counter value is 3. That is, the branch counter value loops in the order of 0 → 1 → 2 → 3 → 0... Each time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed.

  Next, the branch counter value is referenced to determine whether it is 2 or 3, that is, timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4 (Sd6). If it is not timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4, that is, timer interrupt In the case of 1 or timer interrupt 2, motor phase signal output processing for outputting the phase signal data of the reel motors 32C, 32C, 32R is executed (Sd7).

  Next, referring to the counter value for branching, it is determined whether or not it is 1, that is, timer interrupt 2 (Sd8). If it is not timer interrupt 2, that is, timer interrupt 1, the reel motor Reel start processing (Sd9) for controlling the step time interval when starting 32L, 32C, 32R, motor step processing (Sd10) for changing phase signal data of the reel motors 32L, 32C, 32R, reel motors 32L, 32C After the stop of 32R, motor phase signal standby processing (Sd11) for changing the phase signal to one-phase excitation after a lapse of a certain time is sequentially executed, and the process proceeds to step Sd24.

  In the case of timer interrupt 2 in step Sd8, LED dynamic display processing for dynamically lighting various indicators (Sd12), control signal output processing for outputting data such as lighting signals of various LEDs to the output port, etc. (Sd13), a time counter update process for updating various time counters (Sd14), a door monitoring process for monitoring the detection state of the door open detection switch 25, a door command transmission request (Sd15), and the command buffer. After sequentially executing a command transmission process (Sd16) for transmitting various commands to the sub-control unit 91 and an external output signal update process (Sd17) for updating an external output signal, the process proceeds to step Sd24.

  If it is timer interrupt 3 or timer interrupt 4 in step Sd6, it is further determined by referring to the branch counter value whether it is 3 or not, ie, timer interrupt 4 (Sd18). If interrupt 4 is not interrupted, that is, if timer interrupt 3 is detected, the origin passing process (Sd19) for checking the origin passing (passing of the reel reference position) of the rotating reels 2L, 2C, 2R is detected, and switches are detected. After sequentially executing the switch input determination process (Sd20) for determining whether or not the state has changed, the process proceeds to step Sd24.

  If the timer interrupt is 4 in the step of Sd18, stop switch processing (Sd21) for determining the stop position in accordance with detection of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R. After the stop process (Sd22) to be started and the final stop process (Sd23) in which the three-phase excitation is performed after a certain time from the start of the brake in the stop process, the process proceeds to step Sd24.

  In step Sd24, the register saved in the stack area in Sd1 is restored, and the process returns to the state before the interrupt.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the control content of the power interruption process (main) executed when the main control unit 41 determines that the power interruption flag is set in the timer interrupt process (main) described above.

  In the power interruption process (main), first, all registers that may be in use are saved in the stack area (Se1). Although the values of the I register and IY register described above are used, they are not saved here because the same fixed value is always set with the initialization at the time of startup.

  Next, destruction diagnosis data (5A (H) in the present embodiment) is set (Se2). Then, all output ports are initialized (Se3). Next, RAM parity adjustment data is calculated and set so that the exclusive OR of all storage areas (including unused areas and unused stack areas) of the RAM 41c is 0 (Se4), and access to the RAM 41c is performed. It is prohibited (Se5).

  Thereafter, the voltage decreases, and the CPU 41a of the main control unit 41 stops and shifts to a standby state. And if a voltage falls in this standby state, it will be in an operation stop state internally. Therefore, the main control unit 41 reliably stops operation when power is interrupted.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 starts in an interrupt-disabled state when a reset occurs, and then interrupts the program at the start of the initial setting process to be executed first. It is possible to prevent an unintended interrupt from occurring even when the main control unit 41 is activated in a state where the interrupt is not prohibited for some reason.

  In addition, the main control unit 41 is configured to permit the interrupt after setting the timer interrupt in the timer circuit 509 after the activation, and the interrupt is generated in a state where the timer interrupt does not operate normally. Can be prevented. In the timer circuit 509, the timer is initialized by setting the timer interrupt, and the timer starts counting from the initial value. After starting, the time until the first interrupt occurs Timer interrupts can be generated at regular time intervals without any deviation from the time until the second and subsequent interrupts are generated. In addition, the main control unit 41 is configured to update the setting of the timer circuit 509 to the initial value by a program in the initial setting process, and when the setting of the timer circuit 509 is rewritten for some reason at the time of activation. Even if it exists, it can prevent that the unintended interruption generate | occur | produces.

  Further, the main control unit 41 proceeds to the setting change process if the setting key switch 37 is in an ON state at the time of activation, and initializes the RAM 41c at the start of the setting change process. At this time, if the data in the RAM 41c is normal, the important work and the special work are held and the other areas are initialized so that the control state (setting value, gaming state, etc.) before the change is changed after the setting is changed. While some data can be retained, if the data in the RAM 41c is not normal, all the usable areas including the important work and the special work are initialized to ensure that the data in the RAM 41c is abnormal. Can be resolved.

  In addition, since the RAM abnormality flag is set when the RAM abnormality is determined, the main control unit 41 is turned off after the occurrence of the RAM abnormality error, and the RAM parity is 0 when the power is turned on again. Yes, even if it is determined that the destruction diagnosis data is normal, it is possible to determine whether the data in the RAM 41c is destroyed based on the RAM abnormality flag.

  Moreover, the main control part 41 performs the main process which processes in steps according to progress of a game for every game unit after completion | finish of a setting change process. In the main process, the RAM 41c is initialized for each game unit, and the RAM 41c is also initialized at the end of the setting change process. After the setting change process, the main process starts from the stage before the process of initializing the RAM 41c in the main process. The initialization of the RAM 41c after the setting change process is completed and the game unit It is possible to perform initialization of the RAM 41c for each process by common processing.

  Further, when the RAM 41c is initialized, the main control unit 41 prohibits interrupts until the initialization is completed, and the timer interrupt process (main) is performed during the initialization of the RAM 41c. Occurrence can prevent the initialized contents from being changed and the processing performed in the timer interrupt processing (main) from being performed normally.

  Further, the main control unit 41 updates the output state of the external output signal in the main process, and changes the output state of the external output signal in the subsequent timer interrupt process (main) based on the updated output state. In addition, when updating the output state of the external output signal, interrupts are prohibited until the update is completed, and timer interrupt processing (main) occurs before the output state of the external output signal is completed By doing so, it is possible to prevent an external output signal indicating unintended data from being output.

  Next, a timer counter for measuring a time interval used by the main control unit 41 for game progress control and the like will be described.

  The main control unit 41 sets an initial value corresponding to the measured time as the timer value of the timer counter assigned to the RAM 41c when the time measurement start condition is satisfied, and periodically sets a timer in the timer interrupt process (main). The value is subtracted, and when the timer value becomes 0, it is specified that the time has elapsed.

  Specifically, when a timing start condition is established in the main process, the main control unit 41 sets an initial value of a timer value corresponding to the timing time in an area to which a timer counter corresponding to the condition is assigned.

  The set timer value is decremented by 1 until it becomes 0 every 2.24 ms in the time counter update process of the timer interrupt process (main).

  Then, in the main process, as shown in FIG. 14, the address of the corresponding timer counter is acquired (Sf1), the acquired value is read (Sf2), and it is determined whether or not the read value is 0 (Sf3). If it is determined that the read value is 0, it is determined that the time has elapsed.

  As shown in FIG. 15, the timer counter used in the present embodiment is a 1-byte timer A, 1-byte timer B, 1-byte timer C having an initial value of 1 byte or less, an initial value exceeding 1 byte, and 2 bytes or less. 2 byte timer A, 2 byte timer B, 2 byte timer C, and 2 byte timer D.

  The 1-byte timer is a timer for measuring a relatively short period that can be measured with a timer value within 1 byte. For example, an external output signal timer that measures an output period of an external output signal, an LED output update period LED update timer that measures the time, stop invalid timer that measures the period until the stop operation is validated after detection of the stop operation, wait for payout that measures the period until the medal payout starts after the reel stops Timer, insertion detection timer for measuring the period after the insertion medal sensor 31 is detected ON, insertion slot detection timer for measuring the period after the detection of the insertion slot sensor 26 is detected, and ON of the dispensing sensor 34c are detected There are a payout detection timer for measuring a period after being started, a start-up timer for measuring a period from the start of reel rotation until the stop operation becomes effective. Among these, the stop invalid timer, the payout waiting timer, and the start timer do not cross the timing at which one game ends, but the external output signal timer, the LED update timer, the input detection timer, the input port The detection timer and the payout detection timer may straddle the timing at which one game ends with the time measured by these timers.

  The 2-byte timer is a timer for measuring a relatively long period that cannot be measured with a timer value within 1 byte. For example, a 1-game time timer that measures a specified time (about 4.1 seconds) required for 1 game. , A security signal timer for measuring the minimum output period of the security signal among the external output signals, a standby time timer for measuring a period from the end of the game, and a hopper empty for measuring a period in which the payout sensor 34c is not detected after the hopper motor 34b is driven. There is a timer. Of these, the waiting time timer and the hopper empty timer do not straddle the timing when one game ends, but the one gaming time timer and the security signal timer have one measuring time measured by these timers. There are times when the timing of the end of.

  As described above, the timer counter is a timing at which one game ends, that is, a timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized as the game progresses (a part of the RAM 41c at the end of one game or at the end of a specific gaming state). Including a timer counter that measures a measurement period spanning the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized in accordance with the progress of the game. The counter is also assigned to a special work that is not initialized at the timing according to the progress of the game.

  Among these timer counters, the 1-byte timers A to C are allocated 1 byte at a time to the continuous 3-byte area (7E2Ch to 7E2Eh) of the RAM 41c, and the 2-byte timers A to D are the continuous 8-byte RAM 41c. Two bytes are allocated to the area (7E2Fh to 7E35h). Further, the 1-byte timers A to C and the 2-byte timers A to D are also assigned to continuous areas of the RAM 41c. Hereinafter, an area to which the 1-byte timers A to C are allocated is referred to as a 1-byte timer group, and an area to which the 2-byte timers A to D are allocated is referred to as a 2-byte timer group. That is, both the 1-byte timer group and the 2-byte timer group are set in an area to which consecutive addresses are assigned according to a predetermined rule. The area to which consecutive addresses are assigned according to a predetermined rule is, for example, an area to which an address added by N (N is a natural number) from the start address and the start address is assigned.

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the control contents of the time counter update process.

  In the time counter update process, first, the number of 1-byte timer counters to be updated (3 in the present embodiment) is set as the number of processes for 1 byte (Sg1), and the first address of the 1-byte timer group (7E2Ch) A pointer is set to (Sg2).

  Next, if the value of 1 byte stored at the specified address (address indicated by the pointer) is not 0, 1 is subtracted from the value of 1 byte of the specified address (Sg3), and 1 is subtracted from the processing count set in the step of Sg1. (Sg4), it is determined whether the number of processes after subtraction is 0 (Sg5).

  If the number of processes after subtraction is not 0 in the step of Sg5, that is, if all the 1-byte timers have not been updated, the pointer is incremented by 1 (Sg6), and the process returns to the step of Sg3. As a result, the pointer moves to the address of the unprocessed 1-byte timer, and if the 1-byte value of the designated address is not 0, the pointer is subtracted.

  When the number of processes after subtraction is 0 in the step of Sg5, that is, when all 1-byte timers have been updated, the number of 2-byte timer counters to be updated (this embodiment) In the embodiment, 4) is set (Sg7), and the pointer is incremented by 1 (Sg8). As a result, the pointer moves to the start address (7E2Fh) of the 2-byte counter group.

  Next, if the 2-byte value stored in the area consisting of the designated address (address indicated by the pointer) and the next address is not 0, the 2-byte value of the designated address and the next address is decremented by 1 (Sg9), and Sg7 1 is subtracted from the number of processes set in step (Sg10), and it is determined whether or not the number of processes after subtraction is 0 (Sg11).

  If the number of processes after the subtraction is not 0 in the step of Sg11, that is, if all the 2-byte timers have not been updated, the pointer is incremented by 2 (Sg12), and the process returns to the step of Sg9. As a result, the pointer moves to the address of the unprocessed 2-byte timer, and if the 2-byte value of the designated address and the next address is not 0, the pointer is subtracted.

  If the number of processes after subtraction is 0 in the step of Sg11, that is, if all the 2-byte timers have been updated, the process ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the value of the timer counter assigned to the RAM 41c is periodically updated to become a specific value (0), thereby specifying the passage of time. Conventionally, when measuring multiple types of time intervals, timer values are set and updated within multiple types of processing that require timekeeping, and each type of program for updating multiple types of timer values is processed. Since it is necessary to provide it inside, it was a factor which increased program capacity. In addition, since multiple types of timer counters are assigned as data groups for each process used, it is necessary to read out the values of unrelated addresses in order to update all of them in one process. there were.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, an area in which a plurality of types of timer counter values are stored is set to an area to which consecutive addresses are assigned according to a predetermined rule in the RAM 41c, and the timer value stored in the designated address is set. Updates multiple types of timer values by repeatedly executing the process of updating the specified address for the area where multiple types of timer counter values are stored by adding a constant to the current specified address As a result, the program capacity can be reduced as compared with the case where each of the processes for designating a plurality of types of addresses and updating the values of the addresses is performed in each process.

  Multiple types of timers can be obtained by repeatedly executing the process of updating the timer value stored at the specified address while changing the specified address for the area where the multiple types of timer counter values are stored by performing a predetermined calculation. Any configuration may be used as long as the value is updated. For example, by adding a constant to the current designated address, multiple types can be obtained by repeatedly executing while changing the designated address for an area in which multiple types of timer counter values are stored. The timer value may be updated, or a value corresponding to the number of processes with respect to the reference address (for example, for a 1-byte counter, +1 for the number of processes 1, +1 for the number of processes 2, and the number of processes While changing the designated address for the area where multiple types of timer counter values are stored by adding or subtracting +3 ...) for 3 Ri may be configured to update a plurality of types of the timer value by return run.

  In the present embodiment, the configuration includes seven types of timer counter values of 1-byte timers A to C and 2-byte timers A to D. However, at least two types of timer counter values are stored in the RAM 41c according to a predetermined value. The specified address for the area where multiple types of timer values are stored is changed by performing a predetermined operation on the process of updating the timer value stored in the specified address by setting the area where consecutive addresses are assigned by the rule. However, if the configuration is such that two or more types of timer values are updated by repeated execution, the program capacity can be reduced as described above.

  In addition, only one of the 1-byte timer and 2-byte timer is set to set the timer counter value in an area to which consecutive addresses are assigned according to a predetermined rule in the RAM 41c, and update the timer value stored in the designated address. A configuration in which a plurality of types of timer values are updated by repeatedly executing a predetermined calculation while changing a designated address for an area in which a plurality of types of timer values are stored may be employed.

  Further, only for some of the timer counters provided in the main control unit 41, a process of setting a timer value in an area to which consecutive addresses are assigned according to a predetermined rule in the RAM 41c and updating the timer value stored in the designated address, A configuration in which a plurality of types of timer values are updated by repeatedly executing a predetermined calculation while changing a designated address for an area in which a plurality of types of timer values are stored may be employed.

  In the present embodiment, a separate timer counter is provided for each type of period to be measured. For example, a single timer counter may be shared for a plurality of types of periods in which the periods to be measured do not overlap. .

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 executes a timer interrupt process (main) that periodically performs a predetermined process regardless of the game progress status, and a game progress status. The main control unit 41 sets an initial value in the timer counter when a time measurement condition is satisfied in the main process, and sets a plurality of types in the timer interrupt process (main). Since there is no need to provide multiple types of timer value update processing within each process that constitutes the main process, the program capacity for updating multiple types of timer values is reduced. can do.

  In this embodiment, the main process is periodically interrupted and the timer interrupt process (main) is executed. However, in the timer interrupt process that is periodically performed, the progress is made in advance regardless of the progress of the game. It is good also as a structure which performs both the regular process which performs a predetermined process, and the main process which performs a process which changes in steps according to the progress of a game, and also in such a structure, the main control part 41 is By setting the timer counter to an initial value when the timekeeping condition is met in the main process and updating multiple types of timer values in the periodic process, multiple types of timer values are included in each process that constitutes the main process. Since it is not necessary to provide a process for updating the program, it is possible to reduce the program capacity related to the update of multiple types of timer values.

  In the present embodiment, in the time counter update process, the value of the address is updated on condition that the value of the designated address is not 0, and the timer value is updated to an abnormal value. Can be prevented.

  In the present embodiment, in the time counter update process, the number of processes equal to the number of timer counters to be updated is set, and the process for updating the timer value is repeatedly executed for the set number of processes. Management of the number of timer counters to be updated is facilitated. For example, when a plurality of types of timer counters having different update intervals are provided, the type of timer value to be updated can be arbitrarily set according to the number of processes to be set. Can do.

  Note that the number of processes, that is, the number of timer counters to be updated may be set in a program, or values set in a table may be read and set.

  In addition, the timer counter to be updated last is set in advance without setting the number of processes at the beginning, and the timer value is updated repeatedly until the address of the timer counter is reached. It is also possible to store a specific end value (for example, FFh) at the next address of the timer counter, and to repeatedly execute the process of updating the timer value until the value read from the specified address becomes the specific end value. good.

  In the present embodiment, a 1-byte timer counter and a 2-byte timer counter are provided, and a process for updating a 1-byte timer value and a process for updating a 2-byte timer value are separately performed. Therefore, the capacity of the program and the capacity occupied by the timer value in the RAM 41c can be reduced as compared with the case where the process of updating the 1-byte timer value and the process of updating the 2-byte timer value are made common. .

  In the present embodiment, a 2-byte timer counter is provided to measure a relatively long time corresponding to an initial value exceeding 1 byte. For example, timer counters having different update intervals, for example, Timer interrupt processing (main) By providing a first timer counter that is updated once every four times and a second timer counter that is updated once every fourteen times, a relative value can be obtained without providing a 2-byte counter. It is also possible to measure a long time interval. In this way, it is not necessary to provide a process for updating a 1-byte timer value and a process for updating a 2-byte timer value. It is possible to reduce the program capacity related to the value update.

  In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of timer counters are assigned to special works that are not initialized in accordance with the progress of the game in the RAM 41c, and are not initialized in accordance with the progress of the game. Therefore, regardless of the progress of the game, it is possible to measure the time spanning the timing when a part of the RAM 41c is initialized according to the progress of the game.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, the measurement period is not only a timer counter that may cross the timing when one game ends, that is, the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized according to the progress of the game. Since the timer counter that does not cross over the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized as it progresses is stored in the area assigned to the special work together with other timer counters, the timer counter can be easily managed. In addition, a timer counter that does not cross the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized according to the progress of the game is used, and a timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized according to the progress of the game. Easy to use the timer counter by changing the design later, such as changing to a timer counter that may straddle It can be changed. In addition, as described above, if a single timer counter is shared for a plurality of types of periods in which measurement periods do not overlap, the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized may be crossed as the game progresses. It is possible to measure the measurement period and the measurement period that does not cross the timing at which a part of the RAM 41c is initialized in accordance with the progress of the game with one timer counter.

  Next, the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 will be described. FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. The movable means 901 to 903 are members that are movable during production. The movable means 901 moves between the initial position 911 and the movable position 921. The initial position 911 is a position that does not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable position 921 is a position that overlaps the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable means 902 moves between the initial position 912 and the movable position 922. The initial position 912 is a position that does not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable position 922 is a position that overlaps the display area of the liquid crystal display 51. The movable means 903 moves between the initial position 913 and the movable position 923. The initial position 913 and the movable position 923 are positions that do not overlap the display area of the liquid crystal display 51.

  In the present embodiment, the sub control unit 91 operates as a confirmation operation control unit, and confirms the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 under a predetermined condition. Note that the predetermined condition means, for example, when the operation or initial position of the movable means 901 to 903 is to be confirmed, such as when the slot machine 1 is turned on or when an operation error of the movable means 901 to 903 is detected. is there.

  Specifically, the sub control unit 91 moves the movable units 901 to 903 to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIGS. 17A to 17C). In the illustrated example, the movable units 901 to 903 exist at the initial positions 911 to 913 before the operation confirmation (FIG. 17A), but before the operation confirmation, the movable units 901 to 903 have the initial positions 911 to 911. Even if it does not exist in 913, the movable means 901 to 903 are moved to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIG. 17C). Thereafter, the sub control unit 91 moves the movable units 901 to 903 from the movable positions 921 to 923 to the initial positions 911 to 913 (FIGS. 17C to 17E).

  By confirming the operation of the movable means 901 to 903 in this way, the movable means 901 to 903 can be moved to the initial positions 911 to 913 after the operation confirmation. In addition, for example, by detecting the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 in the operation confirmation with, for example, a sensor (not shown), it is possible to confirm whether or not the movable units 901 to 903 operate normally.

  In the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903, since the movable means 901 to 903 actually move, it takes time to complete the operation confirmation. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the effect control board 90 is initially set in parallel with the operation confirmation of the movable units 901 to 903. The initial setting of the effect control board 90 is a process for making settings necessary for the effect control board 90 to operate. For example, the sub control unit 91 operates as an initial setting unit, and the sub CPU 91a reads and executes a program stored in the ROM 91b, thereby performing initial setting of the effect control board 90. By performing the initial setting of the effect control board 90, each process by the effect control board 90 can be executed. For example, displaying an effect image or the like on the liquid crystal display 51, outputting a sound from the speakers 53, 54, receiving an operation of the player side setting switch 70, and performing a process based on the received operation. Can do.

  In the example shown in FIG. 17, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 move from the initial positions 911 to 913 to the movable positions 921 to 923 (FIGS. 17A to 17B). Is going. Moreover, by completing the initial setting of the effect control board 90, for example, an effect image can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 (FIGS. 17C to 17E).

  As described above, even if the movable means 901 to 903 are moving during the confirmation operation execution period, after the initial setting period setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is accepted and accepted. The sub-control unit 91 can perform processing based on the operation performed. However, it is troublesome if a process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness of the confirmation operation execution period is reduced. In the present embodiment, the player side setting switch 70 can be turned on and off. Therefore, during the confirmation operation execution period, the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off so that the player-side setting switch 70 is not easily operated by the player, thereby reducing the troublesomeness of the confirmation operation execution period.

  FIG. 18 shows a period for performing the confirmation operation of the movable means 901 to 903, a period for prohibiting input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70, and a period for turning off the player side setting switch 70 after the slot machine 1 is powered on. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit.

  In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off are from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t2. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit are periods after time t2.

  As shown in the drawing, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. As described above, by controlling the period during which the input reception of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period. Can do. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned on, it is possible to make it difficult for the player side setting switch 70 to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t1 and the time t2 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t1. It may be. That is, any period may be used as long as the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed. Further, it may be a period for turning off the player side setting switch 70 until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed.

  FIG. 19 shows, for example, that the operation of the movable means 901 to 903 is defective, and the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 is longer than normal. A period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off, a period during which input acceptance by the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, and a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit. FIG.

  The confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 at the normal time is from the power-on of the slot machine 1 to the time t1. However, in the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is longer than normal, and is from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t3.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 becomes long, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited is set as the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903. Longer than. In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 is from time t3 to time t3 after the slot machine 1 is turned on, and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited from accepting input is It is from time after turning on the power to time t4. Further, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted is a period after time t4.

  Thereby, even when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is longer than normal, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it is possible to reduce troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901-903 becomes long, the period which turns off the player side setting switch 70 is longer than the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901-903. To do. In the illustrated example, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is from time t3 to time t3 after the slot machine 1 is turned on, and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off is after the slot machine 1 is turned on. To time t4. The period during which the player setting switch 70 is lit is a period after time t4.

  Thereby, even when the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903 becomes longer than normal, it is possible to make it difficult for the player side setting switch 70 to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it becomes difficult to perform the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  As shown in the figure, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t4 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t3. Thus, according to the length of the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903, by controlling the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the input is permitted, Can be configured not to accept the operation of the player side setting switch 70. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned on according to the length of the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 to 903, The setting switch 70 can be made difficult to operate. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t3 and the time t4 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t4 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2. It may be. That is, any period may be used as long as the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed. Further, it may be a period for turning off the player side setting switch 70 until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903 is completed.

  In the above-described example, the movable units 901 to 903 are simultaneously operated during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the movable units 901 to 903 may be individually moved during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable units 901 to 903. As a specific example, first, the movable unit 901 is moved from the movable position 921 to the initial position 911 after moving the movable unit 901 to the movable position 921. Subsequently, the movable unit 902 is moved to the movable position 922, and then the movable unit 902 is moved from the movable position 922 to the initial position 912. Subsequently, the movable unit 903 is operated to the movable position 923, and then the movable unit 903 is operated from the movable position 923 to the initial position 913. Note that the order of confirming the operation of the movable units 901 to 903 may be any order. Moreover, the timing of the operation confirmation of the plurality of movable units 901 to 903 may overlap. For example, confirmation of the operation of the movable unit 902 or the movable unit 903 may be started while the operation of the movable unit 901 is being confirmed.

  In addition, when the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 is performed individually, after the completion of the operation confirmation of the predetermined movable means 901 to 903, the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the player side setting It may be a period during which the switch 70 is lit. For example, of the movable means 901 to 903, when only the movable means 901 is troublesome to operate simultaneously with the processing associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70, the player after completing the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 It is good also as a period which permits the input reception of the side setting switch 70, and the period which makes the player side setting switch 70 light.

  FIG. 20 shows the confirmation of the movable means 901 to 903 when the period for allowing the player side setting switch 70 to accept input and the period for turning on the player side setting switch 70 after the operation confirmation of the movable means 901 is completed. An operation execution period, a period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited, a period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off, a period during which input acceptance by the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, and a player side setting switch It is the figure which showed the period when 70 is lighted.

  In the example shown in the figure, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 901 is a period from when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t1. In addition, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 902 is a period from time t1 to time t5. In addition, the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 903 is a period from time t5 to time t6.

  In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off are from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until time t2. In addition, the period during which input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is permitted and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is lit are periods after time t2.

  As shown in the drawing, the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the time when the slot machine 1 is turned on until the time t1. As described above, by controlling the period during which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the period during which the player side setting switch 70 is permitted, the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not accepted during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901. Can be. As a result, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 can be reduced. Further, by controlling the period during which the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off and the period during which the player-side setting switch 70 is turned on, the player-side setting switch 70 is less likely to be operated during the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901. it can. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 can be reduced.

  The relationship between the time t1 and the time t2 is any relationship as long as the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t2 is longer than the period from the slot machine 1 power-on to the time t1. It may be. In other words, it may be a period in which the input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable means 901 ends. Further, it may be a period in which the player side setting switch 70 is turned off until the confirmation operation execution period of the movable unit 901 ends.

  Next, the store-side payout rate setting process executed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. The store-side payout rate setting process is a process executed when the store clerk changes the set value of the payout rate.

  The main control unit 41 determines whether or not the setting key switch 37 is turned on (S110). That is, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state when the power of the slot machine 1 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state. Alternatively, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the setting key switch 37 is switched to the ON state when the power of the slot machine 1 is ON. When determining that the setting key switch 37 is in the OFF state (N in S110), the main control unit 41 ends the store-side payout rate setting process.

  On the other hand, when determining that the setting key switch 37 is in the ON state (Y in S110), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S111). That is, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the front door 1b closes the front side where the housing 1a is opened. When the main control unit 41 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S111), the store-side payout rate setting process ends.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the door open detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S111), the main control unit 41 shifts to the setting change state with respect to the sub control unit 91. A setting start command that can specify that this is to be performed is transmitted (S112). Thereafter, the main control unit 41 shifts to a setting change state (S113).

  In the setting change state, the main control unit 41 reads the current setting value from the RAM 41c, converts the read setting value into a display value (S114), and displays the converted display value on the setting value display 24 (S115). . Thereafter, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the reset / setting switch 38 has been operated by the store clerk (S116). When the main control unit 41 determines that the reset / setting switch 38 has been operated within a predetermined period (Y in S116), the main control unit 41 updates the display value by 1 (S117), and displays the updated display value in the set value display 24. It is displayed (S115).

  On the other hand, when determining that the reset / setting switch 38 has not been operated within a predetermined period (N in S116), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the start switch 7 has been operated (S118). When the main control unit 41 determines that the start switch 7 has not been operated within the predetermined period (N in S118), the process returns to S116.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the start switch 7 has been operated within a predetermined period (Y in S118), the main control unit 41 converts the display value displayed on the set value display 24 into a set value and stores it in the RAM 41c. (S119).

  Next, the main control unit 41 transmits a setting end command that can specify the end of the setting change state to the sub-control unit 91 (S120). Thereafter, the main control unit 41 ends the setting change state (S121), and ends the store-side payout rate setting process.

  In this way, since only the store clerk can open the front door 1b, when the store clerk operates the setting key switch 37 that cannot be operated by a person other than the store clerk, the payout rate setting that greatly affects the advantage regarding the game is set. can do. That is, the payout rate can be set on condition that the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, the front door 1b is opened, and the setting key switch 37 is operated.

  Here, even if the front door 1b is closed, for example, the setting key switch 37 is operated by passing a thin instrument such as a wire through the gap between the housing 1a and the front door 1b, or the housing 1a and the front door 1b. There is a possibility that the same situation as that in which the setting key switch 37 is operated using a special machine by prying the gap with a tool may be created.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if the setting key switch 37 is operated by such an illegal act, setting of the payout rate is prohibited when the front door 1b is closed, so the setting of the payout rate is prohibited. Can be prevented from being performed illegally.

  Next, the store-side effect setting process executed by the main control unit 41 will be described with reference to FIG. The store side effect setting process is a process executed when the store clerk changes a setting that is a reference of the effect mode during the game. By executing the store-side effect setting process, the store clerk sets a reference volume level for the effect (first sound level step) and a reference light amount reference value for the effect (first light amount step). can do. Furthermore, by executing the store side effect setting process, the store clerk can set a normal mode that is in a non-power-saving state or a power-saving mode that is in a power-saving state.

  The main control unit 41 determines whether or not the channel of the store side setting switch 60 has been switched (S130). When determining that the channel of the store side setting switch 60 has been switched (Y in S130), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S131). When determining that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S131), the main control unit 41 ends the store side effect setting process.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S131), the main control unit 41 sets the reference volume and volume of light in the effect. Then, the first volume level and the first light intensity level corresponding to the channel setting after switching are set (S132). Note that the first volume level and the first light level set at this time are not immediately reflected in the volume and light level of the effect, and the setting screen is displayed when the player side setting switch 70 is operated by the player thereafter. Reflected when displayed. Thereafter, the main control unit 41 ends the store-side effect setting process.

  In this way, since only the store clerk can open the front door 1b, when the store clerk operates the store-side setting switch 60 that cannot be operated by a person other than the store clerk, it becomes a reference for the volume and light amount in the effect during the game. The size can be set. That is, it is possible to set the reference volume and light quantity on condition that the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, the front door 1b is opened, and the store setting switch 60 is operated.

  Here, even if the front door 1b is closed, for example, the store side setting switch 60 is operated by passing a thin instrument such as a wire through the gap between the housing 1a and the front door 1b, or the housing 1a and the front door. There is a possibility that the same situation as that when the store side setting switch 60 is operated using a special machine by opening the gap 1b with a tool may be created.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if the store-side setting switch 60 is operated by such an illegal act, when the front door 1b is closed, the reference setting of the volume and the amount of light is prohibited. In addition, it is possible to prevent the reference setting of the light amount from being illegally performed, and it is possible to prevent the reference setting of the sound volume and the light amount from being performed without the contents intended by the store clerk.

  When determining that the channel of the store-side setting switch 60 has not been switched (N in S130), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not all the stop switches have been pressed at the same time (S133). When the main control unit 41 determines that all the stop switches have not been pressed at the same time (N in S133), the store-side effect setting process ends.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that all the stop switches are simultaneously long pressed (Y in S133), the main control unit 41 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S134). When determining that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S134), the main control unit 41 ends the store-side effect setting process.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the door open detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S134), the main control unit 41 shifts to the mode selection state with respect to the sub control unit 91. A mode selection start command that can specify that to be performed is transmitted (S135).

  In the mode selection state, the main control unit 41 determines whether the normal mode or the power saving mode is selected by the store clerk (S136). When the main control unit 41 determines that any mode is selected within a predetermined period (Y in S136), the main control unit 41 sets the selected mode (S137). Thereafter, the main control unit 41 transmits a mode specifying command capable of specifying the selected mode to the sub control unit 91 (S138). Thereby, the sub-control part 91 controls various rendering means according to the selected mode. For example, when the power saving mode is set, control is performed such that the number of LEDs used for production is reduced or the light quantity of the LEDs is reduced as compared with the normal mode.

  On the other hand, when determining that no mode has been selected within a predetermined period (N in S136) or after transmitting the mode specifying command, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not an end operation has been performed (S139). ). This end operation is performed by holding down the start switch 7 for a long time. When it is determined that the end operation has not been performed within the predetermined period (N in S139), the main control unit 41 returns to the process of S136.

  On the other hand, when the main control unit 41 determines that the start switch 7 has been pressed for a long time within a predetermined period (Y in S139), the mode selection end capable of specifying the sub control unit 91 to end the mode selection state is completed. A command is transmitted (S140), and the shop side effect setting process is terminated.

  In this way, the power-saving mode can be set by pressing and holding all the stop switches simultaneously at the same time. That is, the power saving mode can be set on condition that the power of the slot machine 1 is ON, the front door 1b is opened, and all the stop switches are simultaneously pressed for a long time.

  Here, since the stop switch is arranged outside the front door 1b, for example, even a player other than a store clerk can operate the stop switch. For this reason, during the game, the player may unexpectedly press and hold all the stop switches at the same time, and the power saving mode may be set.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if all the stop switches are pressed and held simultaneously, the setting of the power saving mode is prohibited when the front door 1b is closed. It is possible to prevent the setting from being performed.

  Next, the volume and light quantity setting screen will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 23, in the present embodiment, when the player operates the player side setting switch 70, a setting screen for adjusting the volume and the light amount is displayed on the screen of the liquid crystal display 51. The

  In the setting screen, the numbers “2” to “14” corresponding to the volume level (second volume level) that can be set by the player (the higher the number, the higher the volume) are displayed in the volume setting area 52a. The This is also called volume display. Furthermore, among the numbers “2” to “14”, the number corresponding to the currently set volume is highlighted (flashing display, display for changing the color of the selected item, etc.). The player can change the second volume level by moving the highlight by performing a predetermined change operation. For example, the player can move the highlight to the right by operating the stop switch 8R to increase the second volume level, while moving the highlight to the left by operating the stop switch 8L. The second volume level can be lowered.

  On the setting screen, in the light amount setting area 52b, the numbers “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” corresponding to the light amount steps that can be set by the player (second light amount step) Is displayed). This is also called light quantity display. Furthermore, among the numbers “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”, the number corresponding to the currently set light amount is highlighted (flashing display, display for changing the color of the selected item, etc.). The The player can change the second light quantity step by moving the highlight by performing a predetermined change operation. For example, the player can move the highlighting to the right by operating the stop switch 8R to increase the second light quantity step, while moving the highlighting to the left by operating the stop switch 8L. The second light intensity step can be lowered.

  Note that switching between the second volume level and the second volume level can be performed by operating the stop switch 8C.

  Further, on the setting screen, a battle effect screen of the teammate character and the enemy character, which is a part of the effect screen that is actually used during the game, is displayed in the character effect area 52c. In the present embodiment, the player can set the volume and the amount of light using this battle effect as a sample. Specifically, if the player increases the second volume level, the volume of the ally character's voice (in the example of FIG. 23, the voice of “Did you come!”) Increases, and the player can decrease the second volume level. As a result, the sound volume of the ally character is reduced. Also, if the player increases the second light intensity step, the light amount on the battle effect screen increases and becomes brighter, and if the player decreases the second light amount step, the light amount on the battle effect screen decreases and darkens.

  In this way, since the actual volume during play and the amount of light can be set by taking the actual play during the game as an example, the player can easily make the settings.

  Next, the relationship between the state of the store-side setting switch 60 (that is, the set channel), the volume, and the amount of light will be described with reference to FIG.

  The channel of the store side setting switch 60 is divided into 16 stages “0” to “F”. In other words, the volume and light intensity levels set by the store clerk (corresponding to the first volume level and the first light intensity level) are divided into 16 levels. Furthermore, the channel of the shop side setting switch 60 is associated with a number that is first highlighted (also referred to as initial display) when the setting screen is displayed.

  For example, when the channel of the store-side setting switch 60 is switched to “0”, the initial volume display is “2” and the initial light intensity display is “30%”. When the channel of the shop side setting switch 60 is switched to “9”, the initial display of the volume is “14” and the initial display of the light amount is “100%”. The player can recognize the current volume and light amount by checking the initial display screen (highlighted numbers).

  When the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the setting of the second volume level and the second light quantity level is prohibited, and the setting screen is not displayed. For this reason, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the initial display is not associated.

  The channel of the store side setting switch 60 is associated with an actual volume range. Note that the number in parentheses in the actual volume range column in FIG. 24 is a volume display corresponding to the second volume level set by the player. That is, it corresponds to the number in the volume setting area 52a in FIG. Note that the volume increases as the value of the actual volume range increases.

  For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “0” to “4”, the actual volume is set within the range of “2” to “14”, and the volume at that time is further set. The display is “2” to “14”. When the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “5” to “9”, the actual volume is set within the range of “10” to “22”, and the volume display at that time is displayed. “2” to “14”. Therefore, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “0” to “4”, the second volume level is set to “2”, “3”, “4”,・ ・ When “14” is increased, the actual volume is also increased to “2”, “3”, “4”. Further, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “5” to “9”, the second volume level is set to “2”, “3”, “4”, As the sound level increases to “14”, the actual sound volume increases to “10”, “11”, “12”.

  When the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the actual volume becomes a fixed value. For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set to “A”, the actual volume is fixed to “2”, and when set to “B”, the actual volume is fixed to “4”. When “C” is set, the actual volume is fixed to “7”, when “D” is set, the actual volume is fixed to “10”, and when “E” is set, the actual volume is Is fixed at “15”, and when “F” is set, the actual volume is fixed at “22”.

  The channel of the store side setting switch 60 is associated with an actual light amount range. The actual light amount range matches the light amount display range corresponding to the second light amount step set by the player. That is, it corresponds to the number in the light amount setting area 52b in FIG. The larger the actual light quantity range value, the larger the light quantity.

  For example, when the channel of the store setting switch 60 is set within the range of “0” to “3”, the actual light quantity is set to any one of “30%”, “65%”, and “100%”. The light quantity display at that time is “30%”, “65%”, and “100%”. When the channel of the shop side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “4” to “9”, the actual light quantity is set to any one of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” The light quantity display at that time is “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”. Therefore, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “0” to “3”, the second light quantity level is set to “30%”, “65%”, and “ When set to any one of “100%”, the actual light quantity is also set to any one of “30%”, “65%”, and “100%” accordingly. Further, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “4” to “9”, the second light intensity level is set to “50%”, “75%”, and When set to any one of “100%”, the actual light quantity is also set to any one of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%” accordingly.

  When the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set within the range of “A” to “F”, the actual light amount becomes a fixed value. For example, when the channel of the store side setting switch 60 is set to “A” or “B”, the actual volume is fixed to “30%”, and when it is set to “C” or “D”, the actual volume is The volume is fixed at “75%”, and when set to “E” or “F”, the actual volume is fixed at “100%”.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 25, the control of turning on and off the player side setting switch 70 executed by the sub control unit 91 will be described. As described above, it is troublesome if the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 is turned off so that the player side setting switch 70 is not easily operated by the player. Thereby, it becomes difficult to perform the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, during the game, the setting screen is not displayed, and the volume and light quantity are not set. That is, during the game, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited. Therefore, in order to notify that the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is invalid, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player side setting switch 70 during the game.

  The sub control unit 91 determines whether or not the game is in progress based on a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. For example, in the present embodiment, when the start switch 7 is operated and the game starts, a “game state command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91. In addition, a “game end command” is transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 at the end of the game. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from the reception of the “gaming state command” to the reception of the “game end command” is being played. Further, the sub-control unit 91 can determine that the period from the reception of the “game end command” to the reception of the “game state command” is not in the game.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not a game is in progress (S201). When it is determined that the game is not in progress (N in S201), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the movable means confirmation operation is being performed (S202). When it is determined that the movable means confirmation operation is not being performed (N in S202), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player side setting switch 70 is turned off (S203). If it is determined that the player-side setting switch 70 is turned off (Y in S203), the sub-control unit 91 turns on the player-side setting switch 70 (S204), and ends the player-side setting switch lighting process. . When it is determined in S203 that the player side setting switch 70 is not turned off (N in S203), the player side setting switch lighting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S201 that the game is in progress (Y in S201), or if it is determined in S202 that the movable means confirmation operation is being performed (Y in S202), the sub-control unit 91 is the player. It is determined whether or not the side setting switch 70 is lit (S205). If it is determined that the player-side setting switch 70 is lit (Y in S205), the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player-side setting switch 70 (S206) and ends the player-side setting switch lighting process. . When it is determined in S205 that the player side setting switch 70 is not lit (N in S205), the player side setting switch lighting process is terminated.

  By the player side setting switch lighting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can turn off the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. This makes it difficult for the player to operate the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, it becomes difficult to perform the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness during the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, by the player side setting switch lighting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can turn off the player side setting switch 70 during the game. Thereby, it is possible to notify the player that the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is invalid during the game. Therefore, invalid operations by the player during the game can be prevented.

  In the player-side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, but until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, The setting switch 70 may be turned off. For example, in the example illustrated in FIG. 17, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed within the confirmation operation execution period, but the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may not be completed within the confirmation operation execution period. If the player side setting switch 70 is turned on when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, the player side setting switch 70 is turned on even though the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed. It becomes easy to be operated. For example, if the player side setting switch 70 is operated when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, the setting screen is displayed in a state where the effect display displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed. Sometimes done. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 can make it difficult for the player to operate by turning off the player-side setting switch 70 until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. It is possible to reduce the display of the setting screen in a state where the effect display to be displayed is not normally performed.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 may turn off the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. For example, depending on the operation status of the movable units 901 to 903, when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period, or when the confirmation operation execution period is earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90 There are both cases where it completes first. As a specific example, when the movable means 901 to 903 operate smoothly, the confirmation operation execution period is completed earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90, but it is caught during the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. If there is, the confirmation operation execution period becomes longer, and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may be completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period.

  Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 turns off the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed, so that the confirmation operation execution period and the initial stage of the effect control board 90 are obtained. It is possible to make it difficult for the player to operate the player side setting switch 70 when the setting is being made. Thereby, for example, it becomes difficult to perform processing associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. In addition, for example, it is possible to reduce the display of the setting screen in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

  Next, the player-side effect setting process executed by the sub-control unit 91 will be described with reference to FIG. The player side effect setting process is a process executed when the player changes the setting of the effect mode during the game. By executing the player side effect setting process, the player can set the volume level in the effect (second volume level) and the light level in the effect (second light level level). .

  As described above, it is troublesome if the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is performed while the movable units 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the operation is invalidated. Thereby, the process accompanying the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed in the confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, during the game, the setting screen is not displayed, and the volume and light quantity are not set. That is, during the game, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the operation is invalidated.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player side setting switch 70 has been operated (S150). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the player side setting switch 70 has not been operated (N in S150), the player side effect setting process ends.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the player setting switch 70 has been operated (Y in S150), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not a game is in progress (S1501). If it is determined that the game is in progress (Y in S1501), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the game is not in progress (N in S1501), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not it is during the movable unit confirmation operation execution period (S1502). If it is determined that the movable means confirmation operation is being executed (Y in S1502), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not during the movable unit confirmation operation execution period (N in S1502), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state (S151). When the sub control unit 91 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the OFF state, that is, the front door 1b is open (N in S151), the player side effect setting process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 determines that the door opening detection switch 25 is in the ON state, that is, the front door 1b is closed (Y in S151), the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is “A”. It is determined whether it is within the range of “F” (S152). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is within the range of “A” to “F” (Y in S152), the second volume level and the second light quantity level by the player are determined. In order to limit (prohibit) the setting, the player side effect setting process is terminated. In this case, the sound volume and the light amount are set based on the channel setting of the player side setting switch 70 (that is, the first sound volume step and the first light amount step).

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is not within the range of “A” to “F” (N in S152), the setting screen shown in FIG. 51, and an initial display is performed according to the channel setting of the store setting switch 60 (S153).

  For example, FIG. 23 shows an example of a setting screen when the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is within the range of “4” to “9”. In this case, the volume setting area 52a displays the volume from “2” to “14”, and the light quantity setting area 52b displays the light quantities of “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”. Is done. Further, in the volume setting area 52a, initial display in which “10” is highlighted is performed, and in the light amount setting area 52b, initial display in which “75%” is highlighted is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the setting screen is displayed by operating the player side setting switch 70 when the front door 1b is closed, but then continues even after the front door 1b is opened. The setting screen is displayed. For this reason, after the front door 1b is closed again, the setting screen before opening is continuously displayed. That is, once the setting screen is displayed, the setting screen continues to be displayed even when the front door 1b is opened.

  After displaying the setting screen, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether the volume or the light amount has been changed based on the changing operation using the player's stop switch (S154). If the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume or the amount of light has not been changed within a predetermined period (N in S154), the process proceeds to S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume or the amount of light has been changed (Y in S154), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is within the range of “A” to “F”. (S155). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60 is within the range of “A” to “F” (Y in S155), the second volume level and the second light quantity level are determined by the player. In order to limit (prohibit) the setting, the process proceeds to S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60 is not within the range of “A” to “F” (N in S155), it is determined whether or not the changed target is a volume. Determination is made (S156). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the changed target is not the volume but the light amount (N in S156), the sub-control unit 91 determines the light amount in the effect based on the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60 and the player. Is set to a light amount corresponding to the selected light amount setting (S158). In the light quantity setting area 52b of FIG. 23, the highlighting moves based on the selected light quantity, and in the character effect area 52c, the light quantity of the battle effect screen changes based on the selected light quantity. Thereafter, the sub control unit 91 proceeds to the process of S159.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the changed target is the volume (Y in S156), the sub-control unit 91 executes a volume change operation process (S157), and then proceeds to the process of S159.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not an end operation has been performed in the process of S159 (S159). This end operation is performed by long-pressing the player side setting switch 70.

  When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the end operation has not been performed within the predetermined period (N in S159), the process returns to S154. On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the end operation has been performed (Y in S159), the display of the setting screen is ended (S160), and the player side effect setting process is ended. When the player-side effect setting process ends, the sound volume set based on the first sound volume stage and the second sound volume stage and the light intensity set based on the first light intensity stage and the second light intensity stage are reflected in the effect. The

  By the player side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 can prohibit the input reception of the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period. Thereby, in the confirmation operation execution period, the process accompanying operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  Further, the player-side effect setting process described above allows the sub-control unit 91 to prohibit input acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 during the game. Thereby, during a game, the process accompanying operation of the player side setting switch 70 is no longer performed, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the player-side effect setting process described above, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input acceptance of the player-side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period, but until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. You may make it prohibit the input reception of the player side setting switch 70. FIG. For example, in the example illustrated in FIG. 17, the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed within the confirmation operation execution period, but the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may not be completed within the confirmation operation execution period. If the player side setting switch 70 is allowed to accept input when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is not completed, for example, the setting screen is displayed in a state where the effect display displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed. May be performed. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input reception of the player side setting switch 70 until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed, and the player side setting switch 70 is turned on until the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed. The setting screen may not be displayed even when the player's operation is accepted. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the setting screen from being displayed in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

  Further, the sub control unit 91 may prohibit input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. For example, depending on the operation status of the movable units 901 to 903, when the initial setting of the effect control board 90 is completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period, or when the confirmation operation execution period is earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90 There are both cases where it completes first. As a specific example, when the movable means 901 to 903 operate smoothly, the confirmation operation execution period is completed earlier than the initial setting of the effect control board 90, but it is caught during the operation of the movable means 901 to 903. If there is, the confirmation operation execution period becomes longer, and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 may be completed earlier than the confirmation operation execution period.

  Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 prohibits input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 until both the confirmation operation execution period and the initial setting of the effect control board 90 are completed. The setting screen may not be displayed even if the player side setting switch 70 accepts the player's operation until both of the initial settings are completed. Thereby, for example, in the confirmation operation execution period, the process associated with the operation of the player side setting switch 70 is not performed, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced. Further, for example, it is possible to prevent the setting screen from being displayed in a state where the effect display displayed by the liquid crystal display 51 is not normally performed.

  Next, the volume change operation process executed by the sub control unit 91 in S157 of FIG. 26 will be described with reference to FIG.

  The sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting (S170). In the present embodiment, when the volume is changed by the player's change operation, the highlighted display moves in the volume setting area 52a of FIG. 23 based on the selected volume. Further, a confirmation sound is output using a battle effect performed in the volume setting area 52a. For example, as shown in the example of FIG. 23, the voice “Did you visit ?!” is output as a confirmation sound. By outputting the confirmation sound, the player can confirm the volume after the change. The confirmation sound output timer counts according to the output time of the confirmation sound, and when the count value reaches a predetermined value, the timer is up and stops counting.

  When it is determined that the confirmation sound output timer is not counting (N in S170), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the player has performed a change operation to the maximum volume that can be changed in the second volume level ( S171). When it is determined that the operation has been changed to the maximum volume (Y in S171), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the volume has already been changed to the maximum volume (S172).

  When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has not yet been changed to the maximum volume (N in S172), the player selects the reference volume based on the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60 and the player. The volume is set according to the set volume (S177). Thereafter, the sub-control unit 91 outputs the confirmation sound of the volume set in the process of S177 from the speakers 53 and 54 (S178), and proceeds to the process of S179.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has already been changed to the maximum volume (Y in S172), the reference setting based on the channel setting of the store setting switch 60 and the currently selected maximum volume setting The confirmation sound of the volume corresponding to the above, that is, the confirmation sound of the maximum volume corresponding to the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is output from the speakers 53 and 54 (S178), and the process proceeds to S179.

  If the sub-control unit 91 determines in the process of S171 that the change operation has not been performed to the maximum volume (N in S171), whether or not the player has performed the change operation to the minimum volume that can be changed in the second volume level. Is determined (S171). When it is determined that the operation has been changed to the minimum volume (Y in S174), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume (S175).

  If the sub-control unit 91 determines that the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume (Y in S175), the sub-control unit 91 responds to the reference setting based on the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 and the currently selected minimum volume setting. The confirmation sound of the sound volume, that is, the confirmation sound of the minimum sound volume corresponding to the channel setting of the store setting switch 60 is output from the speakers 53 and 54 (S176), and the process proceeds to S179.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines that the operation has not been changed to the minimum volume (N in S174), or determines that the volume has not yet been changed to the minimum volume (N in S175), the process of S177 is performed. Migrate to

  In the process of S179, the sub-control unit 91 starts counting the confirmation sound output timer (S179), and ends the volume change operation process.

  On the other hand, when the sub-control unit 91 determines in the processing of S170 that the confirmation sound output timer is counting (Y in S170), the sub control unit 91 decrements the count of the confirmation sound output timer by 1 (S180). Thereafter, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the timer is up when the count value of the confirmation sound output timer reaches a predetermined value (S181). When the sub-control unit 91 determines that the timer is not up (N in S181), the volume changing operation process is terminated. On the other hand, when the sub control unit 91 determines that the timer has expired (Y in S181), the sub control unit 91 ends the output of the confirmation sound (S182), and ends the volume change operation process.

  As described above, when the player operates the player side setting switch 70, it is possible to set the volume and the amount of light in the effect during the game. That is, the setting screen is displayed and the volume and light quantity can be set on condition that the slot machine 1 is powered on, the front door 1b is closed, and the player setting switch 70 is operated. It is.

  Here, when the front door 1b is opened, the outside of the front door 1b may approach an adjacent slot machine. In such a case, a person other than the player, for example, a player sitting next to the player may touch the player-side setting switch 70 to operate it. In addition, when the operation of resolving the clogged medals while opening the front door 1b or the operation of changing the setting value of the payout rate, the store clerk touches and operates the player side setting switch 70 without noticing. There is also a fear.

  However, in the present embodiment, even if the player side setting switch 70 is operated by a person other than the player who plays in the slot machine 1, setting of the volume and the light amount is prohibited when the front door 1b is opened. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the volume and light amount from being set with contents not intended by the player.

  Furthermore, even if the front door 1b is once opened while the setting screen is displayed when the front door 1b is closed, the setting screen is continuously displayed. For this reason, even if the front door 1b is once opened by the work of solving the clogged medals during setting, the volume and light quantity are continuously set when the front door 1b is closed again thereafter. be able to. Therefore, the convenience of the player is improved and no dissatisfaction is felt.

  In the present embodiment, the initial display of the volume and the light amount, that is, the volume and the light amount that are initially highlighted when the setting screen is displayed are the channel setting states (first volume level, Depending on the first light intensity step). For example, as shown in FIG. 24, if the channel setting of the shop side setting switch 60 is changed from “1” to “3”, the initial display of the volume is also changed from “3” to “6”, and the initial display of the light amount is performed. Is also changed from “30%” to “60%”. If the initial display of the sound volume and the light amount is constant regardless of the channel setting state of the store side setting switch 60, the player misidentifies the actual sound volume and light amount. For example, regardless of whether the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60 is “1” or “3”, if the initial display of the volume is always “2”, the player misidentifies the actual volume.

  However, since the initial display of the sound volume and the light amount changes according to the channel setting state (first sound volume step, first light amount step) of the store side setting switch 60, the player sets the channel of the store side setting switch 60. It is easy to grasp the state of the sound, and the actual volume will not be mistaken. Thereby, the player can suitably set the volume and the amount of light.

  Furthermore, since the initial display of the volume and the light quantity is different between when the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage are the highest stage and when the first stage is the lowest stage, the actual volume and light quantity are less likely to be mistaken. The volume and light amount can be set suitably.

  When the initial display of the volume and the light amount is the first sound volume step or the first light amount step other than the highest step, the second sound volume step (“2” to “13”) other than the highest step or the second light amount step (“30”). % ”,“ 65% ”,“ 50% ”,“ 75% ”) and the second volume level (“ 14 ”) that is the highest level when the first volume level and the first light intensity level are the highest levels. Or the second light quantity step (“100%”). For this reason, the actual sound volume and light amount are not easily misidentified, and the player can adjust the sound volume and light amount suitably. Furthermore, the volume and light quantity do not become larger than the settings at the game store side. For this reason, the game store side can prevent unintentional loud sound output or lighting with bright light by setting the first volume level and the first light quantity level to the maximum.

  When the channel setting of the store side setting switch 60 is changed, the first volume level and the first light level are set (changed) for the first time when the setting screen is displayed, and the actual volume and light level are reflected. That is, even if the store clerk changes the channel setting of the store-side setting switch 60, it is not reflected in the volume or light amount at that time, and then the player operates the player-side setting switch 70 to display the setting screen. Only when the display of the setting screen is finished is the sound volume and light quantity reflected. For example, normally, since the player cannot set the first volume level or the first light level, even if the first volume level or the first light level is changed, the player can change the volume and light level before the change. Although it may be desired, even in such a case, the player can recognize the change in the volume and the amount of light by displaying the setting screen. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the volume and light amount from being changed at a timing not intended by the player.

  At the time of setting the second volume stage, a confirmation sound using the sound of the battle effect is output, so that the volume setting can be confirmed while listening to the actual effect sound, and the player can easily set the volume. be able to. Furthermore, since the light amount of the battle effect screen changes at the time of setting the second light amount step, the light amount setting can be confirmed while looking at the actual effect screen, and the player can easily set the light amount. it can.

  Since “A” to “F” for restricting the volume and light amount adjustment by the player are prepared as channels of the store side setting switch 60, the player side volume setting and light amount setting can be restricted. Setting with unintended volume and light quantity can be prevented.

  In the volume change operation process, it is possible to invalidate the volume change operation while the confirmation sound is being output by first determining whether the confirmation sound output timer is counting. For this reason, even if the player performs a change operation continuously in a short period of time, it is possible to prevent the volume adjustment unintended by the player from being performed.

  Furthermore, when the player tries to lower the volume even though the current volume is the minimum, a confirmation sound with the minimum volume is output. In addition, when the player tries to increase the volume even though the current volume is the maximum, a confirmation sound with the maximum volume is output. For this reason, it is possible to make the player recognize that the operation is outside the range where the volume can be set, and to call attention.

  Next, a description will be given of an effect mode in a normal state (during a normal game) in the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a diagram illustrating the effect state in the normal state in the present embodiment. FIG. 28A is a diagram showing an effect mode of normal effect A. FIG. In the illustrated example, the background image of the normal effect A is a city, and the character appearing in the normal effect A is a character CA. FIG. 28 (B) is a diagram showing an effect mode of normal effect B. FIG. In the illustrated example, the background image of the normal effect B is a mountain, and the character appearing in the normal effect B is a character CB. FIG. 28C is a diagram showing an effect mode of normal effect C. In the illustrated example, the background image of the normal effect C is the sea, and the character appearing in the normal effect C is the character CC. In the present embodiment, any of the normal effects A to C can be selected by the player's operation as the effect mode in the normal state. Note that the change of the effect state in the normal state may be executed during the demonstration screen, or may be executed after the game is finished and before the game is started.

  Next, an effect aspect during the big bonus in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 29 is a diagram showing an effect mode during the big bonus in the present embodiment. FIG. 29A is a diagram showing an effect mode of the big bonus effect A. In the illustrated example, the character appearing in the big bonus effect A is the character CA. Thus, both the character appearing in the normal effect A and the character appearing in the big bonus effect A are the characters CA, and the normal effect A and the big bonus effect A are corresponding effects.

  FIG. 29 (B) is a diagram showing an effect mode of big bonus effect B. In the illustrated example, the character appearing in the big bonus effect B is the character CB. Thus, the character appearing in the normal effect B and the character appearing in the big bonus effect B are both characters CB, and the normal effect B and the big bonus effect B are corresponding effects.

  FIG. 29 (C) is a diagram showing an effect mode of the big bonus effect C. In the illustrated example, the character appearing in the big bonus effect C is the character CC. Thus, both the character appearing in the normal effect C and the character appearing in the big bonus effect C are the characters CC, and the normal effect C and the big bonus effect C are corresponding effects.

  In the present embodiment, before starting the big bonus, any one of the big bonus effects A to C can be selected by the player's operation as the effect mode in the big bonus.

  Next, an effect aspect of a selection effect that is an effect of selecting an effect aspect in the big bonus in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing an effect aspect of a selection effect in the present embodiment.

  The selection effect is an effect for selecting the effect mode in the big bonus by the player's operation. In the present embodiment, there are three types of big bonus productions A to C as production modes during the big bonus. Therefore, the sub-control unit 91 selects, in the selection effect, an option of the character CA that selects the big bonus effect A, an option of the character CB that selects the big bonus effect B, and an option of the character CC that selects the big bonus effect C. Is displayed, and an option is specified by operating the stop switches 8L and 8R, and the player's operation determined by operating the MAXBET switch 6 is accepted, thereby determining the effect mode in the big bonus.

  FIG. 30A is a diagram showing an effect mode of a selection effect in which options of a character CA for selecting a big bonus effect A are designated. In the example shown in the figure, options of the character CA, options of the character CB, and options of the character CC are presented as options, and the options of the character CA are designated. Further, in the example shown in the figure, the options of the character CB are displayed at the left rear of the options of the character CA, and the options of the character CC are displayed at the right rear of the options of the character CA.

  FIG. 30B is a diagram showing an effect mode of the selection effect in which the options of the character CB for selecting the big bonus effect B are designated. In the example shown in the figure, options of the character CA, options of the character CB, and options of the character CC are presented as options, and the options of the character CB are designated. Further, in the illustrated example, the options of the character CC are displayed at the left rear of the options of the character CB, and the options of the character CA are displayed at the right rear of the options of the character CB.

  FIG. 30C is a diagram showing an effect mode of the selection effect in which the options of the character CC for selecting the big bonus effect C are designated. In the example shown in the figure, options of the character CA, options of the character CB, and options of the character CC are presented as options, and the options of the character CC are designated. In the example shown in the figure, the option of the character CA is displayed at the left rear of the option of the character CC, and the option of the character CB is displayed at the right rear of the option of the character CC.

  In the present embodiment, when the selection effect is being executed, the options designated by the operation of the stop switches 8L and 8R can be changed. For example, when the stop switch 8L is operated when the option of the character CA is specified as shown in FIG. 30A, the sub control unit 91 selects the option of the character CB as shown in FIG. Change to the display where is specified. Thereby, the choice of character CB can be designated. Further, for example, when the stop switch 8R is operated when the choice of the character CA is specified as shown in FIG. 30A, the sub control unit 91 causes the character CC as shown in FIG. Change the display so that the option is specified. Thereby, the choice of the character CC can be designated.

  Further, for example, when the stop switch 8L is operated when the option of the character CB is designated as shown in FIG. 30B, the sub control unit 91 causes the character CC as shown in FIG. Change the display so that the option is specified. Thereby, the choice of the character CC can be designated. Further, for example, when the stop switch 8R is operated when the choice of the character CB is designated as shown in FIG. 30B, the sub-control unit 91 causes the character CA as shown in FIG. Change the display so that the option is specified. Thereby, the choice of the character CA can be designated.

  Further, for example, when the stop switch 8L is operated when the option of the character CC is designated as shown in FIG. 30C, the sub control unit 91 causes the character CA as shown in FIG. Change the display so that the option is specified. Thereby, the choice of the character CA can be designated. Further, for example, when the stop switch 8R is operated when the option of the character CC is designated as shown in FIG. 30C, the sub-control unit 91 causes the character CB as shown in FIG. Change the display so that the option is specified. Thereby, the choice of character CB can be designated.

  As described above, when the selection effect is being executed, the designated option among the presented options can be changed by operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Further, when an operation for setting the bet number of the next game is performed in a state where the option is specified (for example, when the MAXBET switch 6 is operated), the sub-control unit 91 selects the specified option. decide. That is, in the present embodiment, by selecting an option by operating the stop switches 8L and 8R and making a determination by operating the MAXBET switch 6, one of the options for the characters CA, CB, and CC can be selected. .

  When the choice of the character CA is selected in the selection effect, the sub control unit 91 executes the big bonus effect A as the effect during the big bonus. Moreover, the sub control part 91 performs the big bonus effect B as an effect in the big bonus, when the choice of the character CB is selected by the selection effect. Moreover, the sub-control part 91 performs the big bonus effect C as the effect in the big bonus when the option of the character CC is selected as the selection effect.

  Thus, when the sub-control unit 91 shifts from the normal state to the big bonus, it presents the options of the character CA, the options of the character CB, and the options of the character CC, and operates the stop switches 8L and 8R. A player's operation determined by an operation of the MAXBET switch 6 with designation of an option is received, and a selection effect for selecting a mode of a big bonus effect to be executed in the big bonus according to the operation is executed.

  As described above, in the selection effect, any one of the options of the character CA, the option of the character CB, and the option of the character CC is designated. In addition, it is desirable that any option is specified at the start of the selection effect. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the sub control unit 91 sets the option specified at the start of the selection effect according to the effect state in the normal state. The designation at the start of the selection effect is the initial designation. That is, the option specified at the start of the selection effect is set as the option specified initially.

  The sub-control unit 91 may only specify the initially specified options, and the display indicating the initially specified options may not be displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. For example, when the option is specified by fixing the position of the option of the character CA, the option of the character CB, and the option of the character CC and moving the cursor, the cursor is displayed before the operation of specifying the option is performed. Instead, the sub-control unit 91 may initially designate options internally. In this case, the cursor may be displayed when the player performs an operation of specifying an option.

  31 to 33 are timing charts showing the relationship between the effect state in the normal state and the options that are initially specified when the execution of the selected effect is started. In the example shown in FIG. 31, the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect A. In this case, when the selection effect is executed, the options of the character CA are initially specified as shown in FIG. 30A at the start of the selection effect. That is, when the character CA appears in the effect in the normal state, the choice of the character CA is initially specified at the start of the selection effect.

  As described above, at the start of the selection effect when the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect A, the sub control unit 91 selects the option of the character CA and the character CB based on the normal effect A executed in the normal state. And the option of the character CC are set to be initially specified.

  As a result, when the player does not operate the stop switches 8L and 8R, the choice of the character CA that is initially designated continues to be designated, so the choice of the character CA that is initially designated by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 Is selected, and the big bonus effect A is selected. That is, the sub-control unit 91 selects the big bonus effect A corresponding to the option of the initially designated character CA, and executes the big bonus effect A during the big bonus. Therefore, the player can designate the effect mode “Big Bonus Effect A” in the big bonus related to the effect mode “Normal Effect A” in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R.

  In the example shown in FIG. 32, the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect B. In this case, when the selection effect is executed, the options of the character CB are initially specified as shown in FIG. That is, when the character CB appears in the effect in the normal state, the options for the character CB are initially specified at the start of the selection effect.

  Thus, at the start of the selection effect when the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect B, the sub-control unit 91 selects the option of the character CA and the character CB based on the normal effect B executed in the normal state. And the option of the character CC are set so that the option of the character CB is initially specified.

  As a result, when the player does not operate the stop switches 8L and 8R, the option of the character CB that is initially specified continues to be specified, so the option of the character CB that is initially specified by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 Is selected and the big bonus effect B is selected. That is, the sub-control unit 91 selects the big bonus effect B according to the option of the character CB that is initially specified, and executes the big bonus effect B during the big bonus. Therefore, the player can designate the effect mode “Big Bonus Effect B” in the big bonus related to the effect mode “Normal Effect B” in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R.

  In the example shown in FIG. 33, the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect C. In this case, when the selection effect is executed, the options of the character CC are initially specified as shown in FIG. 30C at the start of the selection effect. That is, when the character CC appears in the effect in the normal state, options for the character CC are initially specified at the start of the selection effect.

  As described above, at the start of the selection effect when the effect state in the normal state is the normal effect C, the sub control unit 91 selects the option of the character CA and the character CB based on the normal effect C executed in the normal state. And the options of the character CC are set so that the options of the character CC are initially specified.

  As a result, when the player does not operate the stop switches 8L and 8R, the option of the character CC that is initially specified continues to be specified. Therefore, the option of the character CC that is initially specified by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 Is selected, and the big bonus effect C is selected. That is, the sub-control unit 91 selects the big bonus effect C according to the choice of the initially designated character CC, and executes the big bonus effect C during the big bonus. Therefore, the player can designate the effect mode “Big Bonus Effect C” in the big bonus related to the effect mode “Normal Effect C” in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R.

  Next, the selection effect execution process for executing the selection effect will be described. FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the background effect determination process executed by the sub-control unit 91 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, the background effect process is executed by the sub control unit 91 at the timing when the game is finished and a game end command is received from the main control unit 41.

  When the selection effect execution process is executed at the timing when the game ends and the game end command is received from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 determines the big bonus based on the winning number command received from the main control unit 41. It is determined whether or not a prize has been won (S190). If it is determined that the big bonus has not been won (N in S190), the sub-control unit 91 ends the selection effect execution process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the big bonus is won (Y in S190), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not the effect mode in the normal state is the effect mode “effect mode A” of the character CA (S191). ).

  When it is determined that the effect mode in the normal state is the effect mode “effect mode A” of the character CA (Y in S191), the sub-control unit 91 executes the selection effect whose initial designation of the option is the option of the character CA. (S192), and then the selection effect execution process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the effect mode in the normal state is not the effect mode “effect mode A” of the character CA (N in S191), the sub-control unit 91 determines that the effect mode in the normal state is the effect mode “of the character CB”. It is determined whether or not the production mode B "(S193).

  When it is determined that the effect mode in the normal state is the effect mode “effect mode B” of the character CB (Y in S193), the sub-control unit 91 executes the selection effect in which the initial designation of the option is the option of the character CB. (S194), and then the selection effect execution process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined that the effect mode in the normal state is not the effect mode “effect mode B” of the character CB (N in S193), the sub-control unit 91 selects the selection effect in which the initial designation of the option is the option of the character CC. (S195), and then the selection effect execution process is terminated.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, at the start of execution of the selection effect, the character options corresponding to the effect state in the normal state are initially specified. Thereby, the player can designate the effect mode in the big bonus related to the effect mode in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the troublesomeness of the player in specifying the production mode.

Hereinafter, modifications of the present embodiment will be described.
(Modification 1)
In the above-described embodiment, description will be made using examples of the normal effect A in which the character CA appears, the normal effect B in which the character CB appears, and the normal effect C in which the character CC appears as modes of the effect in the normal state. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the type of effect in the normal state may be any type as long as it is two or more types. Moreover, as an aspect of the effect during the big bonus, the explanation was made using examples of the big bonus effect A in which the character CA appears, the big bonus effect B in which the character CB appears, and the big bonus effect C in which the character CC appears. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the types of effects in the big bonus may be any type as long as they are two or more types.

(Modification 2)
In the embodiment described above, as the correspondence between the effect mode of the normal effect and the effect mode of the big bonus effect, the effect mode in which the same character appears is set as the corresponding effect mode, but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, not only the same character but also an effect mode using the same motif, such as the same background effect mode, may be used as the corresponding effect mode. For example, the effect mode of the normal effect whose background is the city and the effect mode of the big bonus effect whose background is the city may be used as the corresponding effect modes. In addition, for example, the effect mode of the normal effect whose background is a mountain and the effect mode of the big bonus effect whose background is a mountain may be used as the corresponding effect modes. In addition, for example, the effect mode of the normal effect whose background is the sea and the effect mode of the big bonus effect whose background is the sea may be used as the corresponding effect modes.

  In addition, for example, a production mode of a normal production whose background is a morning landscape and a production mode of a big bonus production whose background is a morning landscape may be used as corresponding production modes. In addition, for example, the effect mode of the normal effect whose background is the daytime landscape and the effect mode of the big bonus effect whose background is the daytime landscape may be used as the corresponding effect modes. In addition, for example, an effect mode of a normal effect whose background is a night landscape and an effect mode of a big bonus effect whose background is a night landscape may be used as the corresponding effect modes.

  In addition, for example, when the music that flows during the normal performance and the music that flows during the big bonus performance are the same, a corresponding production mode may be used. For example, it is good also as an effect aspect corresponding to the effect aspect of the big effect which the music A flows, and the effect aspect of the big bonus effect which the music A flows. Even if the songs are the same, it may be possible to enhance the fun of the big bonus production by changing the arrangement. Further, for example, when the singer (character voice) of a song that flows during a normal performance is the same as the singer (character voice) of a song that flows during a big bonus performance, a corresponding production mode may be used. For example, it is good also as an effect aspect corresponding to the effect aspect of the big effect which the music B which the singer A sings and the song C which the singer A sings flow.

  Moreover, as the same motif, for example, a combination of a character and a background that analogizes the character may be used. For example, it is good also as the production | generation aspect corresponding to the production | generation aspect of the normal production | presentation in which character CA appears, and the production | generation aspect of the big bonus production whose background is the room of character CA. In addition, for example, an effect mode of a normal effect whose background is the room of the character CA and an effect mode of a big bonus effect in which the character CA appears may be a corresponding effect mode.

  Moreover, as the same motif, for example, a combination of continuous stories such as 1 story, 2 stories, and 3 stories may be used. For example, when the effects of episode 1 and episode 2 are executed as the effect mode of the normal effect, the effect of 3 episodes executed as the effect mode of the bonus effect may be set as the corresponding effect mode. Note that the number of stories in a continuous story is not limited to three and may be any number. In this case, three episodes are designated at the start of execution of the selected presentation, but it is also possible to designate other presentations than the third episode by the player's operation.

  Thus, as in the embodiment described above, at the start of execution of the selection effect, an option corresponding to the big bonus effect of the motif related to the motif of the normal effect is designated. Therefore, the player can designate options corresponding to the big bonus effect of the motif related to the normal effect motif without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, priority can be given to a player's will to continue the same effect in the normal effect and the big bonus effect.

(Modification 3)
In the embodiment described above, as the correspondence between the effect mode of the normal effect and the effect mode of the big bonus effect, the effect mode in which the same character appears is set as the corresponding effect mode, but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, not only the same character but also an effect mode with the same reliability of the notification effect may be used. For example, as an effect mode of a normal effect, a chance notification normal effect for executing a notification effect for notifying that a big bonus is won at a rate of 50%, and a big bonus being won at a rate of 100%. There is a full notification normal effect to be notified, and as an effect mode of the effect during the big bonus, the chance notification big bonus effect to execute the notification effect to notify that the ART is won at a rate of 50%, and the rate of 100% Suppose that there is a complete notification big bonus effect that executes a notification effect for notifying that the ART is won. In this example, the chance notification normal effect and the chance notification big bonus effect that have the same winning ratio (reliability) may be used. Moreover, it is good also as an effect aspect which respond | corresponds the complete notification normal effect and the complete notification big bonus effect which are the effect forms with the same winning ratio (reliability).

  Note that the winning ratio may not be a perfect match. For example, as an effect mode of a normal effect, a weak chance announcement normal effect that executes a notification effect that notifies that a big bonus is won at a rate of 30%, and a big bonus is won at a rate of 70%. A high chance announcement normal effect that informs the player, and, as an effect mode of the big bonus medium effect, a weak chance announcement big bonus effect that executes a notification effect that informs that the ART is elected at a rate of 40%, and 90 It is assumed that there is a strong chance announcement big bonus effect for executing a notification effect for notifying that the ART is won at a rate of%. In this example, it is good also as an effect aspect which respond | corresponds with the weak chance notification normal effect and the weak chance notification big bonus effect which are the effect aspects whose winning ratio (reliability) is lower than other effects. Moreover, it is good also as an effect aspect which respond | corresponds to the strong chance notification normal effect and the strong chance notification big bonus effect which are the effect modes whose winning ratio (reliability) is higher than other effects.

  Thus, as in the above-described embodiment, at the start of execution of the selection effect, there is an option corresponding to the big bonus effect that executes the notification effect of the reliability related to the reliability of the notification effect executed in the normal effect. It is specified. Therefore, the player designates an option corresponding to the big bonus effect for executing the notification effect of the reliability related to the reliability of the notification effect executed in the normal effect without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. be able to. Therefore, it is possible to give priority to the player's will who wants to continue the production with the same reliability of the notification production in the normal production and the big bonus production.

(Modification 4)
In the embodiment described above, the initial designation of the selection effect when transitioning from the normal state to the big bonus is described based on the effect state in the normal state. However, the normal state when transitioning from the big bonus to the normal state is described. The production mode of the production may be a production mode based on the production mode in the normal state before shifting to the big bonus. For example, when the effect mode in the normal state is the normal effect A, the sub-control unit 91 shifts to the big bonus and then shifts to the normal state after the big bonus ends, regardless of the effect mode of the big bonus effect. Based on the normal effect A before shifting to the big bonus, the effect mode of the normal effect when shifting from the big bonus may be the normal effect A. Also, for example, when the normal state effect mode is the normal effect B, the sub-control unit 91 changes to the big bonus effect effect mode when the big bonus ends and then the normal state is reached. Regardless, based on the normal effect B before shifting to the big bonus, the effect mode of the normal effect when shifting from the big bonus may be the normal effect B. Further, for example, when the normal state effect mode is the normal effect C, the sub-control unit 91 changes to the big bonus effect effect mode when the big bonus is finished and then the normal state is entered. Regardless, based on the normal effect C before shifting to the big bonus, the effect mode of the normal effect when shifting from the big bonus may be the normal effect C.

  Thereby, when shifting from the big bonus to the normal state, the sub-control unit 91 performs the normal when shifting from the big bonus based on the normal effect before shifting to the big bonus, regardless of the effect mode of the big bonus effect. It can be set as a production aspect of production. Therefore, even if the presentation mode is temporarily changed at the time of the big bonus, when the transition is made from the big bonus to the normal state, the normal presentation before the transition to the big bonus can be made. Therefore, priority can be given to the player's will to temporarily change the aspect of the effect.

(Modification 5)
In the above-described embodiments, the effect state in the normal state has been described using an example that can be arbitrarily selected by the player's operation, but is not limited thereto. For example, the sub control unit 91 may select the effect state in the normal state according to the winning combination.

  In addition, for example, there is a gaming machine that is capable of playing a game in a game mode that reflects its past game history by selection of the player. A game mode executed on such a gaming machine is called a “mobile interlocking mode”, and in order to play a game, a mobile terminal or the like is used to connect to a management server, and the player's own ID is issued in advance. In response, the player can change the game mode to the portable interlocking mode by performing a predetermined operation such as ID input in the slot machine 1 when starting the game. In the mobile-linked mode, there are those that can select a character appearing in the production. Therefore, in the case where the mobile link mode is provided, the sub-control unit 91 may select the effect state in the normal state according to the character selected in the mobile link mode.

(Modification 6)
In the above-described embodiment, the first state has been described using the example of the normal state, and the second state has been described using the example of the big bonus. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the big bonus may be in the first state, and the ART after the big bonus may be in the second state. As a result, as in the embodiment, at the time of starting execution of the selection effect for selecting the effect mode in ART, an option corresponding to the effect mode of the big bonus is designated. Thereby, the player can designate the effect mode in ART related to the effect mode of the big bonus without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the troublesomeness of the player in specifying the production mode.

(Modification 7)
In embodiment mentioned above, although demonstrated using the example shown in FIG. 30 as an example of selection production, it is not restricted to this. In the example shown in FIG. 30, the option specified by moving the option of the character CA, the option of the character CB, and the option of the character CC is changed. Alternatively, the position of the option of the character CB and the option of the character CC may be fixed, and the specified option may be changed by moving the cursor for specifying the option. In the example shown in FIG. 30, the choices of the character CA, the choice of the character CB, and the choice of the character CC are used as choices. Good. In the example shown in FIG. 30, the options designated by moving the option of the character CA, the option of the character CB, and the option of the character CC to the left and right are changed. The option specified by moving the CA option, the character CB option, and the character CC option up and down may be changed. Thus, the interest of the game can be improved by changing the aspect of the selection effect.

(Modification 8)
In the above-described embodiment, the description has been given using the example in which the option is specified in the selection effect by operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the selection effect, the options specified at regular intervals may be changed.

(Modification 9)
In the above-described embodiment, the selection effect has been described using an example that is executed before the start of the big bonus, but is not limited thereto. For example, the selection effect may be executed in the middle of the big bonus. Further, for example, the selection effect may be executed a plurality of times during the big bonus.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 (state control means) enters a plurality of gaming states including a normal state (first state) and a big bonus (second state) shifted from the normal state. Control. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 (production execution means) is normally operated by any one of the normal production A in which the character CA appears, the normal production B in which the character CB appears, and the normal production C in which the character CC appears in the normal state. An effect (first effect) is executed. Further, the sub-control unit 91 (selective effect executing means) presents the options of the character CA, the options of the character CB, and the options of the character CC when presenting the big bonus from the normal state (presenting a plurality of options) And an operation of the stop switches 8L and 8R by the player who designates one of the presented options (operation for designating the option), and an operation of the MAXBET 6 by the player who decides the designated option (the designated option is selected). And a selection effect for selecting the mode of the big bonus effect (second effect) to be executed in the big bonus according to the operation. Further, the sub-control unit 91 (selective effect executing means) is designated (initially specified) at the start of the selected effect among a plurality of options based on the mode of the normal effect that has been executed in the normal state in the selected effect. Set options.

  Thereby, at the start of execution of the selection effect, an option corresponding to the effect state in the normal state is specified. Therefore, the player can designate the effect mode in the big bonus related to the effect mode in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the troublesomeness of the player in specifying the production mode.

  (2) Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 (selective effect executing means) is used when the player does not operate the stop switches 8L and 8R (when the operation for specifying an option is not performed). As an aspect of the big bonus effect, an aspect corresponding to the initially designated option may be selected.

  As a result, when the player does not operate the stop switches 8L and 8R, the initially specified option continues to be specified, so the option initially specified by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 is selected and selected. The big bonus effect corresponding to the selected option is selected. Therefore, the player can designate the effect mode in the big bonus related to the effect mode in the normal state without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the annoyance of the player in specifying the production mode.

  (3) Moreover, in this Embodiment, the sub control part 91 (effect execution means) performs a normal effect (1st effect) by either of the multiple types of effect motifs. Further, the sub-control unit 91 (selected effect executing means) sets an option corresponding to a big bonus effect (second effect) whose effect motif is common to the normal effect (first effect) as an initially specified option. You may do it.

  Thereby, at the start of execution of the selection effect, an option corresponding to the big bonus effect of the motif related to the motif of the normal effect is designated. Therefore, the player can designate options corresponding to the big bonus effect of the motif related to the normal effect motif without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. Therefore, priority can be given to a player's will to continue the same effect in the normal effect and the big bonus effect.

  (4) Moreover, in this Embodiment, the sub control part 91 (effect execution means) performs a normal effect (1st effect) by either of the some effect aspect from which the reliability of an alerting effect differs. Further, the sub-control unit 91 (selective effect executing means) is initially specified as an option corresponding to a big bonus effect (second effect) in which the reliability of the notification effect is common to the normal effect (first effect). You may make it set as.

  Thereby, at the start of execution of the selection effect, an option corresponding to the big bonus effect for executing the notification effect of the reliability related to the reliability of the notification effect executed in the normal effect is specified. Therefore, the player designates an option corresponding to the big bonus effect for executing the notification effect of the reliability related to the reliability of the notification effect executed in the normal effect without operating the stop switches 8L and 8R. be able to. Therefore, it is possible to give priority to the player's will who wants to continue the production with the same reliability of the notification production in the normal production and the big bonus production.

  (5) Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 (production execution means) is in the normal state (first state) when the gaming state shifts from the big bonus (second state) to the normal state (first state). Regardless of the aspect of the big bonus effect (second effect) executed in the big bonus (second state), the game state is the normal effect (first state). ) To the big bonus (second state), the normal effect (first effect) selected in the normal state (first state) may be used.

  Thereby, when shifting from the big bonus to the normal state, regardless of the effect mode of the big bonus effect, the effect mode of the normal effect when shifting from the big bonus is based on the normal effect before shifting to the big bonus. be able to. Therefore, even if the presentation mode is temporarily changed at the time of the big bonus, when the transition is made from the big bonus to the normal state, the normal presentation before the transition to the big bonus can be made. Therefore, priority can be given to the player's will to temporarily change the aspect of the effect.

  (6) Moreover, in this Embodiment, the sub control part 91 (confirmation operation control means) controls the confirmation operation | movement of the movable means 901-903. In addition, the sub-control unit 91 (specific control execution unit) may receive the player's operation during the confirmation operation execution period, which is a period for controlling the confirmation operation of the movable units 901 to 903. The setting screen may not be displayed (specific control is not executed).

  For example, when the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period, it is troublesome if a setting screen is displayed in accordance with the operation of the player side setting switch 70. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, input acceptance of the player side setting switch 70 is prohibited and the operation is invalidated. Thereby, in the confirmation operation execution period, the setting screen is not displayed with the operation of the player side setting switch 70, and the troublesomeness in the confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  (7) Moreover, in this Embodiment, the sub control part 91 (confirmation operation control means) controls the confirmation operation | movement of the movable means 901-903. Further, the sub control unit 91 (specific control execution means) turns off the player side setting switch 70 during the confirmation operation execution period which is a period for controlling the confirmation operation of the movable means 901 to 903 (the player's operation is controlled). It is also possible not to notify that it is acceptable.

  For example, when the movable means 901 to 903 are operating during the confirmation operation execution period, it is troublesome if a setting screen is displayed in accordance with the operation of the player side setting switch 70. Therefore, in the present embodiment, during the confirmation operation execution period, the player side setting switch 70 is turned off, and the player side operation of the player side setting switch 70 is suppressed. Thereby, it can suppress that a setting screen is displayed with operation of the player side setting switch 70 in a confirmation operation execution period, and the troublesomeness in a confirmation operation execution period can be reduced.

  As mentioned above, although embodiment and the modification of this invention have been demonstrated with drawing, this invention is not limited to this embodiment. The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. Moreover, you may make it implement combining at least 2 among the technical matters demonstrated by this Embodiment.

  As described above, in the above embodiment, the slot machine has been described as an example. For example, the configuration described in the above embodiment is applied to a pachinko gaming machine using a game ball, and the claimed invention is applied. Can be realized.

  For example, when the configuration shown in the above embodiment is applied to a pachinko gaming machine, the first state corresponds to the normal state of the pachinko gaming machine, and the second state corresponds to the big hit state of the pachinko gaming machine. Good. Further, for example, when the configuration shown in the above embodiment is applied to a pachinko gaming machine, the first state corresponds to a big hit state of the pachinko gaming machine, and the second state corresponds to a probable change state or a short time state of the pachinko gaming machine. You may make it do.

  In the above embodiment, a slot machine that sets wager numbers using medals and credits has been described as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a game used in a pachinko gaming machine. Claim invention by applying the configuration shown in the above embodiment to a slot machine that uses a ball to set the number of bets or a fully credit type slot machine that uses only credits to set the number of bets Can be realized. When game balls are used as game media, for example, when one medal corresponds to five game balls, and 3 is set as the bet number in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting the number of bets using.

  In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to one using only one of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and gaming balls, but a plurality of types of gaming machines such as medals and gaming balls, for example. The game value may be used together. That is, it is possible to play a game by setting the number of bets using any one of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of types of games such as medals and game balls when a winning occurs. A gaming machine that can pay out any of the utility value is also included in the gaming machine of the present invention.

  Further, in this embodiment, a variable display device having three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is provided, and when all the reels are stopped, one game is completed, and the display results derived to the three reels are combined. The slot machine in which a prize is generated in response to the above description has been described. That is, a variable display device capable of deriving a display result in each of a plurality of variable display areas capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable, and using one game value for one game By setting a predetermined number of bets, the game can be started, and when the display result is derived in all of the plurality of variable display areas, one game is completed, and the plurality of results are obtained as a result of one game. A slot machine in which a winning can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived in each of the variable display areas has been described. However, when a display result is derived to a variable display device capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified, one game is completed, and a prize is awarded according to the display result derived to the variable display device. As long as the slot machine can be generated, the slot machine is not limited to one having a variable display device having three reels, but has a single reel or a variable display device having a plurality of reels other than three. It may be. In this embodiment, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are reels that rotate in the vertical direction. However, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be reels that rotate in any direction, such as a horizontal direction or an oblique direction. .

  In addition, the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment causes the display results to be derived in each of the plurality of variable display areas (transparent windows 3) capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (symbols) that can each be identified. The game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using game values (medals, credits), and all of the variable display areas are provided. In the slot machine, one game is completed by deriving the display result, and a winning can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived to each of the plurality of variable display areas as a result of the one game. Also good.

  Further, as the present embodiment, a slot machine that pays out game media to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is handed to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win. An enclosing slot machine that adds game points (scores) without paying out may be adopted. The base and the drum can be distributed, and the chassis is common and only the base or the base and the drum is called a gaming machine.

  The embodiment disclosed this time should be considered as illustrative in all points and not restrictive. 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.

1 slot machine 2L, 2C, 2R reel 6 MAXBET switch 7 start switch 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch 40 game control board 41 main control unit 51 liquid crystal display 56 effect switch 90 effect control board 91 sub control unit 91a sub CPU
91b ROM
91c RAM

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing games,
State control means for controlling a plurality of gaming states including a first state and a second state shifted from the first state;
In the first state, an effect execution means for executing the first effect by any of a plurality of types of effect modes;
Presenting a plurality of options when transitioning from the first state to the second state, accepting a player's operation to specify and determine one of the presented plurality of options, and executing in the second state Selection effect execution means for executing a selection effect for selecting a mode of the second effect to be performed according to the operation;
With
The selection effect execution means sets, in the selection effect, the option that is initially specified among a plurality of the options based on the aspect of the first effect that has been executed in the first state. To play.

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