JP2018023595A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing start of identification information from becoming hard to know and of enhancing interest of a game.SOLUTION: A game machine includes: an image display device 5 (variable display means) which variably displays decoration symbols (identification information) in a forward direction (prescribed direction); and notice performance execution means capable of executing full-screen notice performance (prescribed notice performance). The full-screen notice performance is blackout performance or the like shown in Figure 27(B2) which is executed in the way that display modes of the symbols cannot be visualized or are hard to be visualized when variable display is started. The decoration symbols can start to be variably displayed in the forward direction shown in Figure 27(D2) after an execution period of the full-screen notice performance to be shown in Figure 27(B2), (C2) is over in the case where the full-screen notice performance is executed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 27

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine or a slot machine.

  In Patent Document 1, for example, a predetermined notice effect that makes it difficult to visually recognize the display mode of the identification information at the start of variable display of the identification information (in Patent Document 1, as shown in FIG. A gaming machine capable of executing a blackout effect such as a blackout effect that displays a dark image 83 on the entire screen of the liquid crystal display 42 and makes it difficult to visually recognize the display form of the decorative symbols 80a to 80c (in Patent Document 1) A pachinko machine 1) is disclosed.

JP 2006-122265 A

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is a problem that the movement of the identification information becomes difficult to understand due to a predetermined notice effect that makes the display mode of the identification information difficult to view, and the interest of the game cannot be improved. .

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can prevent the movement of identification information from becoming difficult to understand and can improve the interest of the game.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention
A gaming machine capable of playing a game (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1),
Variable display means (for example, the image display device 5) that variably displays identification information (for example, decorative designs) in a predetermined direction;
Notice effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the processes of steps S322A and S344A) capable of executing a predetermined notice effect (for example, a full screen notice effect);
With
The predetermined notice effect is executed so that the display mode of the identification information is not visually recognized or difficult to visually recognize at the start of the variable display (for example, by the effect control CPU 120 executing the processes of steps S322A and S344A. 27 (B2), a decorative pattern as shown in FIG. 29 (B2) or FIG.
When the predetermined notice effect is executed, the identification information can start variable display in the predetermined direction after the execution period of the predetermined notice effect (for example, the process of step S322A is executed). 27D, E2, and FIG. 29D after the execution period of the blackout effect shown in FIG. 27B2, FIG. 29B2, or FIG. , (E) or the forward variation of the decorative pattern is started as shown in FIG. 31 (D2)).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the movement of the identification information from becoming difficult to understand and to improve the interest of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
The predetermined direction may be a normal direction (for example, a forward direction of a decorative pattern as shown in FIGS. 27D1, 27D2, E1, and E2).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the movement of the identification information from becoming difficult to understand.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The predetermined notice effect is an effect suggesting an expectation degree to be in an advantageous state, and is an effect executed in a state of hiding a part or the whole of the identification information (for example, the full screen notice effect is shown in FIG. As shown in B), in the case of a big hit, it is easier to display than in the case of losing, and an effect of hiding the entire decorative design (see FIG. 27 (B2)) may be used.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the movement of the identification information from becoming difficult to understand.

(4) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (3),
The variable display means can variably display the identification information in a specific direction (for example, the reverse direction) different from the predetermined direction (for example, for effect control for executing the processes of steps S322C and S345B). The decorative pattern may be variably displayed in the reverse direction different from the forward direction as shown in FIG. 27 (B1) and FIG. 29 (B1) by the CPU 120).
According to such a configuration, the direction of variable display becomes diversified, and the entertainment of the game can be improved.

(5) In the gaming machine of (4) above,
The variable display means variably displays the identification information in the specific direction at least during the execution period of the predetermined notice effect (for example, at least a full screen notice effect as shown in FIG. 26B and FIG. 33). In the execution period, the decorative symbols may be variably displayed in the reverse direction).
According to such a configuration, after the identification information is variably displayed in a specific direction, it can be variably displayed in a predetermined direction different from the specific direction, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(6) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (5),
An identification information advance notice can be executed at the start of the variable display in the predetermined direction (for example, as shown in FIGS. 27B1 and 31B1 by the effect control CPU 120 that executes the processes of steps S322B and S345). In addition, the symbol notice effect can be executed).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by executing the identification information notice.

(7) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (6),
When the identification information notice and the predetermined notice effect are executed, the identification information notice is executed after the predetermined notice effect ends (for example, by the effect control CPU 120 executing the process of step S322D, FIG. C2), after completion of the full screen notice effect shown in FIG. 31 (C2), the symbol notice effect as shown in FIG. 27 (D2) and FIG. 31 (D2) may be executed.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information advance notice and the predetermined advance notice effect from being executed at the same time, and the identification information advance notice is not visible or difficult to see due to the predetermined advance notice effect. Can be prevented.

(8) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (7),
At least during the execution of variable display, adjustment means that can adjust the effect according to the adjustment operation (adjustment operation) by the player (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the processes of steps S706 and S707),
Adjustment image display means (for example, steps S708 and S703) for displaying an adjustment image (for example, the adjustment result image R shown in FIGS. 32B to 32D) corresponding to the adjustment by the adjustment means for a predetermined period (for example, the predetermined period T1). Production control CPU 120 that executes the processing of S704),
When the variable display result is derived and displayed within the predetermined period, the adjusted image display means displays the adjusted image in a period during which the variable display result is derived and displayed (for example, the derived display period T2). Not visible (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the processes of steps S710 to S712) or difficult to view (for example, the adjustment image is displayed semi-transparently or blinked).
It is characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of the variable display result that is derived and displayed.

(9) In the gaming machine of (8) above,
At least a part of the display area of the adjustment image may overlap with at least a part of the derived display area of the variable display result (see, for example, FIG. 17A).
According to such a configuration, the adjustment image result image that overlaps at least a part of the derived display area of the variable display result is erased, so that a reduction in the visibility of the variable display result can be suppressed.

(10) In the gaming machine of (8) or (9) above,
The error image may not be deleted during the derivation display of the variable display result (see, for example, FIG. 17 (D2)).
According to such a configuration, the visibility of the error image can be ensured.

(11) In any of the gaming machines (8) to (10) above,
The display of the error image is prioritized over the display of the adjusted image (for example, in step S57, until the CPU 120 for effect control that has received the abnormality notification command eliminates the error indicated by the command, FIG. 17D1). , (D2) may continue to be displayed).
According to such a configuration, the visibility of the error image can be ensured.

(12) In any of the gaming machines (8) to (11) above,
When the adjustment operation is performed, the demonstration display is kept visible (for example, see FIG. 17B), but when the menu display operation is performed, the demonstration display is erased (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control) For example, the processes of steps S659, S660, and S662 may be executed).
According to such a configuration, a demonstration display can be suitably performed.

(13) In any of the gaming machines (8) to (12) above,
A determination means (for example, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the process of step S239) for determining whether or not to control to an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a big hit gaming state);
Display means for variably displaying the identification information in accordance with the determination result of the determination means and deriving and displaying the variable display result (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for executing the processes of steps S325, S348, and S350);
A specific effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the change effect character display process in step S162) capable of displaying a specific effect image during the variable display of the identification information;
The specific effect image can be disposed at an overlapping position at least in front of a part of the identification information (see, for example, FIG. 15B),
The specific effect execution means sets the display mode of the specific effect image as a static mode at a position overlapping the front side of the identification information during a period in which the variable display result of the identification information is derived (for example, effect control) The CPU 120 may execute the process of step S609).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent erroneous recognition of the display result.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a random value determination process at the time of winning. It is a figure which shows the example of determination of the fluctuation pattern at the time of a loss. It is a figure which shows the example of a setting of various commands. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern in embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of determination of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the character display process for a change effect. It is a figure which shows an example of the specific setting which displays various images. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect effect setting process. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of an adjustment result image. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the display period of an adjustment result image, and the derivation display period of a variable display result. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. (A) is a flowchart which shows an example of a full screen notice effect setting process, (B) is a figure which shows the example of determination of a full screen notice effect. (A) is a flowchart showing an example of a symbol notice effect setting process, (B) is a figure showing a decision example of a symbol notice effect, and (C) is a figure showing a decision example of a type of a symbol notice effect. (A) is a flowchart which shows an example of a symbol reverse direction start display setting process, (B) is a figure which shows the example of a determination of a symbol reverse direction start display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a symbol notice effect timing adjustment process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation | variation of a decoration design and each notice effect, etc. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation | variation of a decoration design and each notice effect, etc. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation | variation of a decoration design and each notice effect, etc. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the change of the decoration design of modification 1, each notice effect, etc. (A) is a flowchart which shows an example of the design reverse direction start display setting process of the modification 2, (B) is a figure which shows the example of determination of the classification of the design reverse start display of the modification 2. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation | variation of the decoration pattern of the modification 3, each notice effect, etc. It is a figure which shows the example of execution production of the modification 3.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. FIG. 2 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the description of each step in the flowchart according to the present embodiment, for example, a portion described as “Step S1” may be abbreviated as “S1”.

  The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

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

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified are variably displayed. Different types of symbol numbers, such as any one of “1” to “9”, need only be attached to a plurality of types of ornament symbols variably displayed in each ornament symbol display area. Such variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, and 5C in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed.

  In this way, on the screen of the image display device 5, a special game using the first special graphic in the first special symbol display device 4A or a special graphic using the second special graphic in the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronism with the figure game, variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be identified is performed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (or simply referred to as “derivation”). Note that the variable display of various display symbols, such as special symbols and decorative symbols, is synchronized, the variable display starts and ends at the same timing (same or approximate), and the variable display period is the same. (Same or approximate). The effect image indicating the decorative design is also referred to as an identification information image. Therefore, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5, a variable display of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol serving as the identification information image is performed. Is performed, and an effect image indicating the confirmed decorative pattern that is the display result is derived.

  For example, deriving and displaying various display symbols such as a special symbol and a decorative symbol means that identification information such as a decorative symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as a complete stop display or a final stop display) and the variable display is ended. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern until the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, the variation speed of the decorative pattern becomes “0”, The symbol may be displayed in a stationary state, for example, in a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction. Such a decorative symbol display state is also called a temporary stop display of the decorative symbol, and although the display result in the variable decorative symbol display is not definitely displayed, the variation of the decorative symbol due to scroll display or update display proceeds. The player can recognize that it is not. Note that the temporary stop display of the decorative design may include displaying the decorative design completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction. .

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

  For example, a special game start condition (first start condition) using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A due to the occurrence of the first start prize that the game ball passes (enters) through the first start prize opening. ) Is satisfied, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding storage number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, when the second start winning that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition) ) Is established, if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not established, the second special figure holding memory number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. Is started, the second special figure reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decremented). If the first special figure reservation storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”) when the first start winning is generated, the first start condition is not satisfied, and the first start winning is based on the start winning. The special figure game may be invalid and only the payout of the prize ball may be performed. Further, if the second special figure holding storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) when the second start winning is generated, the second start condition is not satisfied, and based on the start winning. The special figure game may be invalid and only the payout of the prize ball may be performed.

  In the first hold display section 5HR, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. In the second hold display section 5HL, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. The variable display hold memory number obtained by adding the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number is also referred to as a total hold memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  The first hold display unit 5HR may be configured to perform the first hold display, for example, left-justified. The first hold display section 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit value “4” of the first special figure hold memory number, and the hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the left end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holds of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display part 5HR, the hold on the first hold display part 5HR At the leftmost display portion corresponding to the number “1”, a new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented first special figure hold memory number. If there is another first hold display in the first hold display portion 5HR, a new first hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other first hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display section 5HR, when a special game using the first special figure is started due to the establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display section 5HR While deleting (digesting) the first hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the first hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display area. As described above, the first hold display unit 5HR is configured to perform hold display corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A that has not yet started.

  The second hold display unit 5HL only needs to be configured so that the second hold display is performed, for example, right-justified. The second reserved storage unit 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to “4” which is the upper limit value of the second special figure reserved storage number, and the reserved numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the right end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holds of the special figure game using the second special figure increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second hold display in the second hold display part 5HL, the second hold display part 5HL holds it. At the rightmost display part corresponding to the number “1”, a new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented second special figure hold memory number. If there is another second hold display in the second hold display section 5HL, a new second hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of second hold indications in the second hold display portion 5HL, and when the special figure game using the second special view is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display portion 5HL While deleting (digesting) the second hold display in the rightmost display portion corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the second hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display area. In this way, the second hold display unit 5HL is configured to perform hold display corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B that has not yet started.

  A display for displaying the number of reserved special figure memories may be provided together with the first hold display section 5HR and the second hold display section 5HL, or instead of the first hold display section 5HR and the second hold display section 5HL. . In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL, the number of special figure hold memories can be specified at the top of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B for displaying are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. LED).

  In the upper left part of the screen of the image display device 5, there is provided a small symbol display area 5V which is smaller than the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R of “left”, “middle” and “right”. In the small symbol display area 5V, the small symbols are variably displayed in synchronization with the variable symbols and special symbols. The effect image indicating the small symbol is also referred to as a notification information image. Therefore, in the small symbol display area 5V provided on the screen of the image display device 5, a variable display of the effect image indicating the small symbol serving as the notification information image is performed, and the effect image indicating the confirmed small symbol serving as the display result is displayed. Derived.

  In this way, on the screen of the image display device 5, variable display of small symbols different from the decorative symbols is performed. During the period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols until the finalized decorative symbol that is the display result is derived, the variable display of small symbols continues to be performed in a certain display mode and disappears from the screen or is blocked. It is not shielded by. Therefore, the small symbol display area 5V is configured to be always visible, and the player can always visually recognize the variable display of the small symbols in the small symbol display area 5V. The small symbols variably displayed in the small symbol display area 5V are always referred to as small symbols or effect small symbols. In the small symbol display area 5V, for example, a plurality of types of decorative symbols, each of which is a part of or all of a plurality of types of decorative symbols, such as a symbol indicating a number similar to a portion indicating a number in a decorative symbol. The effect image showing the small symbols may be variably displayed as the notification information image. The small symbol may be displayed only when the decorative symbol is not displayed. The variable display of the small symbols may be difficult or impossible to visually recognize during the execution period of the full-screen notice effect described later.

  In addition, a 4th symbol is provided next to the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and further the normal symbol, and the variable display of the 4th symbol may be performed in synchronization with the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. For example, the variable display of the fourth symbol is displayed and not displayed at a certain time interval in a specific display color (for example, blue) in the fourth symbol display area provided on the screen of the image display device 5 or outside the screen. This is realized by continuing display control that repeats. However, when compared with the display result in the variable display of the 4th symbol, the display result in the variable display of the small symbol may be displayed in a manner that the player can easily recognize.

  Further, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are provided at positions separated from the display screen of the image display device 5, such as the right side of the game area in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. It has been. Therefore, the player who is paying attention to the effect by the display on the image display device 5 has difficulty in confirming the display state on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the variable symbol variable display proceeds. It may be difficult to recognize whether or not a display result has been derived. In contrast, by performing variable display of the small symbols in the small symbol display area 5V provided on the screen of the image display device 5 and deriving the display result, whether or not variable display is in progress, Whether or not the display result has been derived can be displayed in a manner that the player can easily recognize.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. (Ordinary electric accessory) is provided and a second start winning opening is formed.

  As an example, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning hole. ) Make it open. The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter (pass) through the second start winning opening, while the expansion when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. You may comprise so that a game ball may enter (pass) more easily than an open state. As described above, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has the first variable state such as the open state or the expanded open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second start winning port, and the game ball cannot pass (enter). It is configured to be able to change to a second variable state such as a closed state or a normally open state that is difficult to pass (enter).

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, a first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, a second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first reserved memory number is a predetermined upper limit value. If it is less than (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and if the second reserved memory number is equal to or less than a predetermined upper limit value, The second start condition is satisfied.

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

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the OFF state, the special prize opening door closes the big winning prize opening, and the game ball passes (enters) the big winning prize opening. become unable. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the ON state, the big winning opening door opens the big winning opening and the game ball passes through the big winning opening (entrance). ). In this way, the special winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous to the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enters) and is disadvantageous to the player To do. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot pass (enter) through the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball hardly passes (enters) through the big prize port may be provided.

  The game ball that has passed (entered) through the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) through the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, the gaming ball passes through other winning openings such as the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening, for example. More prize balls are paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, when the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to get a prize ball by passing (entering) the gaming ball into the special prize winning port. This is a disadvantageous second state.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). Above the normal symbol display 20, there is provided a general figure holding display 25C for displaying the number of common figure holdings stored as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the gate switch 21 of FIG.

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

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

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

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

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

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

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

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. A function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like are provided. The main board 11 controls the turning on and off of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the first special diagram and the second special diagram. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as controlling variable display or controlling normal symbol variable display by the normal symbol display 20 by controlling on / off and coloring of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals from various switches for detecting game balls and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 transmits the solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the big prize door.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the rendering operation by the electrical components for rendering such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. In other words, the effect control board 12 performs a display operation in the image display device 5, an operation for turning on or off all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, and the like. A function of determining the control content for causing the electrical parts for production to execute a predetermined production operation, such as all or a part, is provided.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs sound from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. For example, a processing circuit for executing audio signal processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control that is provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9, LED for decoration, etc. A lamp driver circuit for supplying a drive current for turning on and off the LED is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example. Further, the main board 11 is connected with wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control, such as the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control command includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. And a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decorative LED and the like. The effect control command also includes an abnormal winning notification command for instructing abnormality notification. When the abnormality notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, an error notification process (S57) is executed under the control of the effect control board 12 (see FIG. 12). Each of these effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

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

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by the CPU 103 executing a program read from the ROM 101. At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

  Note that the one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

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

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 includes table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11 and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. Table data to be stored is stored. In the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100, various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored so as to be rewritable.

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

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, when the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect control program read from the ROM 121, a process for controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores the data, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed. In this way, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device as an effect electrical component included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on various information transmitted as effect control commands from the main board 11.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting from the push sensor 35B an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the user's operation action has been detected is also connected.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, a random counter for effects provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122 counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation in an updatable manner. . The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, numerical data indicating random values for determining various effects, such as a random number value for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of decorative symbols and a random value for determining a notice effect, can be counted. Controlled.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination tables, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is, for example, from process data including effect control execution data (display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, etc.) associated with the effect control process timer determination value, an end code, and the like. It is configured. The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data used for controlling the effect operation.

  In the effect control execution data included in the effect control pattern, the display control data indicates the display mode of various images on the screen of the image display device 5, for example. More specifically, the display control data includes various patterns such as a background, a decorative pattern, and a small pattern that constitute each frame displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 (an image that is a unit that is switched and displayed at a frame period). It is only necessary to include data specifying the type, position, size, etc. of the effect image indicating the character, etc., data specifying the display order (priority) when a plurality of effect images are displayed superimposed. The data indicating the display order (priority) of the effect images may be data indicating which effect image among the plurality of effect images is to be arranged on the front side when viewed from the player.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 determines the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120. For example, the display control unit 123 performs control for executing decorative display variable display and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configured image data memory may be used.

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

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is emitted based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1 A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the apparatus. When the game ball flowing down the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is moved by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the detection. Thereafter, a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state. Is done.

  Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Therefore, the second start condition is established. Thereafter, a special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state. Is done. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to pass through the second start winning opening.

  Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 of FIG. 2, the normal symbol starting condition for executing the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display 20 is established. Thereafter, the normal symbol game 20 is started by the normal symbol display 20 based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display such as the end of the previous normal symbol game has been completed. In the normal game, after a predetermined time has elapsed after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When a predetermined time elapses, closing control or normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed.

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

  After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Is displayed. Corresponding to the variable display of special symbols by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, decorations of “left”, “middle”, and “right” arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a variable display of a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is performed. The decorative symbols variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are also referred to as a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol, respectively. In the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, a fixed special that results in variable display of the special symbol When the symbol is derived and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on the image display device 5.

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

  When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is “big hit”, it is determined on the screen of the image display device 5 in advance. The finalized decorative symbol that is the winning combination is derived and displayed. As an example, a combination of big hits is confirmed by stopping and displaying the same decorative symbols on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is only necessary that the decorative design is derived and displayed.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. Then, a period until a predetermined opening upper limit time (for example, 29.5 seconds or 0.1 second) elapses, or a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the big winning opening and a winning ball is generated. In the period up to, a round game (also simply referred to as “round”) is performed in which the big prize opening is continuously opened. During periods other than the execution period of such round games, the big prize opening is closed, and it is difficult or impossible to generate a winning ball. When a game ball enters the big prize opening, the winning ball is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, “2” or “15”) is reached.

  When the variable display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” may be included. When the jackpot type is “non-probability change” or “probability change”, as a round game in the big hit gaming state, the special variable winning ball device 7 is in a first state (a big winning opening is in an open state) advantageous to the player. A normal open round in which the upper limit time to be performed is a relatively long time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is executed. On the other hand, when the jackpot type is “surprise”, the upper limit time for the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to be in the first state (the big winning opening is open) as a round game in the big hit gaming state is relatively short. A short-term open round is executed, which is time (for example, 0.1 seconds). The big hit gaming state in which the normal open round is executed is also referred to as a first specific gaming state. The jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed is also referred to as a second specific gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state when the big hit type is “surprise”, the upper limit time for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state advantageous to the player in the short-term open round (the big winning opening is set by the big winning door). The upper limit of the period for setting the open state) is a second period (for example, 0.1 second) shorter than the first period in the normal open round. It should be noted that the same control as when the normal opening round is executed may be performed except that the opening period of the big prize opening is controlled to be the second period in the short-term opening round. Alternatively, when a short-term open round is executed, the number of round games executed is a second round number (for example, “2”) that is smaller than the first round number (for example, “15”) that is the number of executions of the normal open round. ). That is, the jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed is in the first state in which the game ball easily passes (enters) through the big winning opening in each round game as compared to the jackpot gaming state in which the normal opening round is performed. The period to be changed becomes at least one of the second period shorter than the first period and the second round number of round games executed less than the first round number. That's fine.

  When such a short-term opening round is executed, a predetermined number (for example, 15 balls) of balls (prize balls) can be obtained if a game ball wins a prize winning opening. However, due to the opening period of the big winning opening being the second period (for example, 0.1 second), it becomes a big hit gaming state in which practically no balls (prize balls) can be obtained. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state (second specific gaming state) based on the fact that the jackpot type is “surprise” is the jackpot gaming state (first specified game state) based on the fact that the jackpot type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”. The gaming state is more disadvantageous for the player than the gaming state. Thus, when the big hit gaming state in which the normal opening round is executed based on the fact that the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the game ball is likely to pass through the big winning opening. In the change mode, control is performed to change the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 between the first state (open state) and the second state (closed state). On the other hand, when the jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed based on the fact that the jackpot type is “surprising”, the special change is made in the second change mode in which the gaming ball is difficult to pass through the big winning opening. Control is performed to change the variable winning ball apparatus 7 between the first state (open state) and the second state (closed state).

  After the big hit gaming state is finished, the probability that the variable display result will be “big hit” (hit probability) is controlled to be a positive change state that is higher than the normal state based on the fact that the predetermined probability change control condition is satisfied. There is. In the probability change state, a predetermined probability change end condition is satisfied, for example, a variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 200 times) or a big hit gaming state is started before the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until The probability variation end condition may be satisfied when the next big hit gaming state is started regardless of the number of executions of variable display. After the big hit gaming state is ended, the average variable display time may be controlled to the short state when it becomes shorter than the normal state. In the short-time state, a predetermined short-time end condition is satisfied, for example, the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), or the big hit gaming state is started before the variable display execution number reaches the predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until As an example, when the big hit type is “non-probable change”, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the gaming state becomes a short-time state. On the other hand, after the big hit gaming state is ended when the big hit type is “probability change” or “surprise probability”, the gaming state becomes the probability change state.

  In the probable change state and the short time state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the first variable state (open state or expanded open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball easily passes (enters) through the second start winning opening than in the normal state. And a second variable state (closed state or normally open state). For example, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol change time (normal diagram change time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is “general”. Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the probability of “per figure” is higher than that in the normal state, and the variable display result is “per figure”. By making the control longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts more than in the normal state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is changed to the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode. Just do it. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. In this way, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high opening control (also referred to as “high base control”). By controlling to such a probable change state and a short time state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state is obtained. Even when the probability variation control is performed in the probability variation state, the high opening control may not be performed.

  In the image display device 5, the decorative symbol other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol) is stopped in a state in which it matches the jackpot combination continuously for a predetermined time, A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to rocking, scaling, or deformation, or when multiple decorative symbols fluctuate synchronously with the same symbol, or the display position changes. An effect performed in a state where the sex is continued (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) is referred to as reach effect. As a reach effect, a character image (effect image imitating a person or the like) different from the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a display mode of the background image is changed, and a moving image different from the decorative design An effect operation different from changing the variation pattern of the decorative design, such as reproducing and displaying an image, may be executed. Not only the display operation in the image display device 5, but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are different from the previous operation mode that becomes the reach mode. The operation mode may be included in the reach effect. The reach state and its state are referred to as reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. And when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 is not a big hit combination, it becomes “lost”, and the variability display state ends.

  As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as reach patterns) having different operation modes (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of “big hit” (also referred to as reliability or big hit reliability) varies depending on the production mode in each reach production. That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed. In this embodiment, as an example, a normal reach production (normal reach) and a super reach production (super reach) are preset. When the reach effect in the super reach is executed, there is a higher possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (expected degree of the big hit) than in the case where the reach effect in the normal reach is executed. In addition, the reach production that becomes the super reach may include a plurality of types of reach production including a super reach that executes a specific reach production in which the degree of expectation of the big hit is higher than other super reach.

  During the variable display of decorative designs, unlike reach production, the variable display status of decorative designs may become reach status, and the variable display result may be a `` big hit '', etc. There may be a case where a variable display effect for informing the player is given in accordance with a variable display mode of decorative symbols. As an example, it is only necessary that the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect can be executed during decorative display of the decorative design. It is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect in response to the change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side.

  In the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect, a finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that becomes a variable display result after the variable symbol display is started in response to the start condition of the special symbol game being satisfied once. After the temporary stop until the derivation is displayed, it is possible to perform the effect display for changing (pseudo-continuous change) again up to a predetermined time (for example, up to 3 times). The number of quasi-continuous fluctuations is displayed for the left, middle, and right decorative symbols, excluding the initial variation from the start of variable symbol display until the first temporary stop for all decorative symbols. What is necessary is just the number of times that the decorative symbol is re-variable in all of the areas 5L, 5C, and 5R.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, as an example, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a plurality of pre-set pseudo-respective chances for special combinations are displayed. A decorative symbol that is one of the various types of lost combinations is displayed temporarily. In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, a predetermined effect such as an image display as a re-variation effect may be executed in accordance with a plurality of variable displays including the initial change. Note that the re-variation effect is not limited to that by displaying an image on the screen of the image display device 5, and may include any effect operation using various effect devices.

  As an example of a re-variation effect different from the image display, a plurality of decoration LEDs provided inside or outside the game area during each variation display (including the initial variation) by the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect Controls may be made so that the number of which is lit is increased one by one. Further, during the period of each variation display (including the first variation), the display color of the decoration LED may be controlled to change, or the lighting LED among the plurality of decoration LEDs changes. May be controlled.

  As a further example of the re-change effect different from the image display, an effect model provided inside or outside the game area during each change display (including the initial change) by the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect (including the initial change) The movable member may be controlled to operate. At this time, during the period of each variation display (including the initial variation), the operation mode of the production model (movable member) may be controlled to change, or among the plurality of production models (movable member). It may be controlled so that what is operated in changes.

  Control may be performed so that a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during the period of each variable display (including the initial change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. . Further, as a re-variation effect, for example, when a decorative symbol that becomes a pseudo-continuous chance is temporarily stopped and displayed, a sound that becomes a special sound effect may be controlled to be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition to some or all of these re-variation effects, or instead of some or all of these re-variation effects, lighting and blinking of decorative LEDs, operation of effect models, display of effect images, sound effects Control may be performed so as to execute a re-variation effect in which some or all of the outputs are combined. At this time, a case where a re-variation effect combining a plurality of types of effect forms is included, or a case where a re-change effect is performed multiple times, compared to a case where a re-change effect is executed with only one type of effect form. In the case where the effect mode changes, the possibility that a predetermined game value such as the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (expected degree of big hit) may be increased.

  In this embodiment, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by performing the pseudo-continuous change (re-change) once to three times. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative symbols has been started 2 to 4 times in succession. When the number of repeated executions (pseudo-continuous times) of pseudo-continuous fluctuation (re-variation) increases, there is a possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” (expected degree of big hit) than when the number of pseudo-continuous times is small. Get higher. Further, the production ratio may be controlled so as to change depending on the number of repeated executions of the pseudo continuous variation (number of pseudo continuous runs). For example, “reach determination” may be performed when the pseudo continuous variation is performed twice, and “super reach determination” may be performed when the pseudo continuous variation is performed three times. Note that the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations) in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect may be executed more than one to three times, for example, four or five times.

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

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

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

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

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

  In this embodiment, as an example of the pre-reading notice effect, the display part of the first hold display in the first hold display part 5HR and the display part of the second hold display in the second hold display part 5HL are displayed as normal display modes. By changing to a different display mode, a pre-reading notice effect of “pending display change” for notifying the possibility of “big hit” in variable display to be noticed is executed. More specifically, a specific color (for example, any one of red, green, blue, etc.) that is different from a predetermined color (for example, white) in a normal time is used as a display color in a display part that displays the number of special figure reservations to be specified. By so doing, it is only necessary to be able to notify that the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” is higher than usual. In addition, the display pattern in the first hold display and the second hold display is set to a specific pattern (for example, cherry blossom pattern) different from the normal time, so that the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” is higher than usual. May be able to be notified. Alternatively, by displaying a predetermined message (for example, “secret”) as the first hold display or the second hold display, it is notified that the possibility that the display color is changed to a specific color is higher than usual ( Suggest) Such a hold display that suggests that the display mode is likely to change to a specific mode is also referred to as a suggestion hold display. The pre-reading notice effect of “hold display change” is also called a hold display change effect.

  The pre-reading notice effect that is executed based on the occurrence of the start prize is executed (started) after the start prize has occurred, before the player can determine whether or not the notice content by the pre-reading notice effect is realized. Anything is acceptable. For example, the pre-reading notice effect for notifying that there is a possibility of reaching the reach state due to the occurrence of a certain start prize is that at least the variable display state of the decorative symbol based on the occurrence of the start prize becomes the reach state (or the non-reach state). Anything may be executed (started) before. In addition, the pre-reading notice effect that predicts that the variable display result may be a “hit” due to the occurrence of a certain start prize is at least as much as the fixed decorative design is stopped and displayed in the variable display based on the occurrence of the start prize. Anything may be executed (started) before.

  When the hold display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display may or may not change. An effect in which the display mode of the hold display changes among the hold display change effects is also called a hold display change success effect. An effect in which the display mode of the hold display does not change among the hold display change effects is also referred to as a hold display change failure effect. In addition, the hold display change common effect includes the hold display change common effect. When the hold display change effect is executed, first, the hold display change common effect that is executed in common when the display mode of the hold display is changed and when it is not changed is executed. The reserved display change common effect is, for example, displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 with an effect image showing a character (change effect character: for example, character CH1 shown in FIG. It is only necessary to include an action effect that acts on the hold display corresponding to the variable display.

  The effect image showing the character CH1 in the reserved display change common effect is an example of the specific effect image. Note that a promotion display image P shown in FIG. 32C to be described later is also an example of the specific effect image. The effect image showing the character CH1 may be continuously displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 over a plurality of variable displays based on the setting corresponding to the determination result of executing the hold display change effect. The effect image indicating the character CH1 serving as the specific effect image only needs to be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side as viewed from the player rather than at least a part of the effect image indicating the decorative pattern serving as the identification information image. In this case, in the period in which the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the display mode of the effect image indicating the character CH1 serving as the specific effect image is displayed at a position overlapping in front of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol. Let it be a stationary mode.

  The action effect in the hold display change common effect is applied to either the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, so that the display mode of the hold display is changed. Any display effect that suggests the possibility of a change may be used. Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, a part or all of the light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are lit in a predetermined lighting mode, The movable member may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

  When the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is changed. Thus, after the action effect in the hold display change common effect is executed, the effect in which the display mode of the hold display that exerts the action changes is also called the hold change effect as the first success effect. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is not changed. As described above, the effect in which the action display in the hold display change common effect is executed but the display mode of the hold display that exerts the effect does not change is also referred to as the hold change change effect as the first failure effect.

  The effect of changing the display color of the hold display is also referred to as a display color change effect. The effect of changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a predetermined message (for example, “secret”) is also called a special display change effect.

  When the lost symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is “lost”, the variable display mode is “non-reach” (“normal” A case where the variable display mode is “reach” (also referred to as “reach lose”). When the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the variable display state of the decorative design is not reached after the variable display of the decorative design is started. Reach combination) is stopped (derived). When the variable display mode is “reach”, the reach presentation is executed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state after the decorative symbol variable display is started, and finally the jackpot combination is A predetermined combination of decorative symbols (reach combination) that is not to be displayed is stopped (derived). The non-reach combination and the decorative symbols constituting the reach combination may be included in the non-specific display result together with the special symbol that becomes the lost symbol.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt processing includes, for example, switch processing, main-side error processing, information output processing, gaming random number update processing, special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, command control processing, and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1 Processing for controlling the progress of the process is included.

  The switch processing is processing for determining the state of detection signals input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22 </ b> A, the second start port switch 22 </ b> B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. The main-side error process is a process of performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start-up information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software.

  As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern, The random number value MR5 for determining the figure display result may be included. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit gaming state. The random number MR2 for determining the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. It is a random value used for The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. The random value MR5 for determining the usual figure display result indicates that the second start winning opening formed in the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is in a closed state (normally open) with the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol in the ordinary figure game as “per figure”. It is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control to an open state (expanded open state) where game balls are likely to pass (enter) more frequently than (state).

  In the special symbol process included in the game control timer interrupt processing, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and displayed on the special symbol display device 4 Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of operations and opening / closing operation setting of the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in a predetermined procedure. The normal symbol process process controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) on the normal symbol display 20 to variably display the normal symbol, set the tilting operation of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the like. It is a process that enables. In the normal symbol process, as the high opening control accompanying the short-time control, the normal symbol display unit 20 uses a normal symbol change time (normal symbol variation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state. Control to improve the probability that the variable display result of the normal symbol in the normal game is “per normal” than in the normal state, the normal variable winning ball device based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal” Part or all of the control for making the tilt control time for performing the tilt control of the movable blade piece in 6B longer than that in the normal state and the control for increasing the number of tilts than in the normal state are performed.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in the command control process, the output control board 12 among the output ports included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the RAM 102. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal, and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time and then turned off. Thus, it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (S101). After executing the start winning determination process, the CPU 103 selects one of the processes of S110 to S117 in accordance with the value of the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Run.

  FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S101 of FIG. 3 as the start winning determination process. When the start winning determination process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first, based on a detection signal from the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. It is determined whether or not the first start port switch 22A is on (S201). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is on (S201; Yes), the first special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure is a predetermined upper limit value ( For example, it is determined whether or not (4)) (S202). At this time, the CPU 103 reads the first reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), thereby It is sufficient if the number of memories can be specified. When the first special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value in S202 (S202; No), the start port buffer value which is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102 Is set to "1" (S203).

  When the first start port switch 22A is OFF in S201 (S201; No), or when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in S202 (S202; Yes), the normally variable winning ball apparatus Based on the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by 6B, it is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is ON (S204). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is on (S204; Yes), the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is a predetermined upper limit value ( For example, it is determined whether or not (4)) (S205). At this time, the CPU 103 reads the second reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), thereby It is sufficient if the number of memories can be specified. When the number of second special figure reservation storage is not the upper limit value in S205 (S205; No), the starting port buffer value is set to “2” (S206).

  After either of the processes of S203 and S206 is executed, the reserved storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated to be incremented by 1 (S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second reserved memory number count value is incremented by one. Thus, the first reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Further, the second reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Thus, when the first start condition is satisfied, the first special figure hold memory number is updated to increase by 1. When the second start condition is satisfied, the second special figure hold memory number is updated to increase by one. . At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102, is updated so as to be incremented by 1 (S208).

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

  In the processing of S210, for example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, while when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data Is set in the second special figure storage unit. The first special figure holding storage unit is a special game (not yet started), although the game ball passes (enters) through the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first start winning is generated. The special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored as a hold memory. The second special figure holding storage unit is a special game that has not yet started, although the game ball has passed (entered) through the second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B and a second start winning has occurred. (Special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored as a hold memory.

  The first special figure hold storage unit is associated with the hold number in the order of winning (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, for example, based on the establishment of the first start condition by the passage (entrance) of the game ball The CPU 103 extracts the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. as the hold data and storing them. The number is stored until it reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”). The hold data thus stored in the first special figure storage unit indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Based on whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state, whether the big hit type when the variable display result is “big hit” is a plurality of types, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example, It is the stored storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not to reach the reach of super reach. As described above, the first special figure storage unit has established the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A, but has not yet started. Stored storage information of a special figure game in the first special symbol display device 4A.

  For example, the second special figure holding storage unit is associated with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the passage (entrance) of the game ball. The CPU 103 extracts the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. as the hold data and storing them. The number is stored until it reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Based on whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state, whether the big hit type when the variable display result is “big hit” is a plurality of types, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example, It is the stored storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not to reach the reach of super reach. As described above, the second special figure holding storage unit has established the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B, but has not yet started. Stored storage information of a special figure game in the second special symbol display device 4B.

  Subsequent to the process of S210, a setting for transmitting a start opening prize designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is performed (S211). Subsequently, a winning random number determination process is executed (S212). Then, the setting for transmitting the reserved memory number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is performed (S213). Further, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (S214). At this time, if the start port buffer value is “2” (S214; “2”), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (S215), and then the start winning determination process. Exit. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “1” (S214; “1”), the starting port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (S216), and then the processing of S204 is performed. Proceed to processing. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect an effective winning of a game ball at the same time, it is possible to reliably complete the processing based on the detection of both effective starting winnings.

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S212 of FIG. 4 as the winning random number determination process. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, in the special symbol normal processing (S110 in FIG. 3, FIG. 8) described later, the special symbol display result is set to “big hit” and the big hit gaming state is set. Determination of whether or not to control, determination of variation pattern, and the like are performed. On the other hand, separately from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes the winning random number determination process in S212 at the start winning timing when the game ball is detected at the start winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). Thus, it is determined whether or not the random symbol value MR1 is determined to derive the jackpot symbol as the special symbol display result, and the random value MR3 is determined to be the variation pattern in which the variable display state of the decorative symbol is the reach state. Judgment is made whether or not there is. As a result, whether or not the special symbol display result becomes “big hit” before the variable symbol special symbol display or decorative symbol display based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the start prize opening is started. Whether to reach a reach state during variable display of symbols, and based on this prediction result, whether or not to execute a notice effect as a pre-read effect by the effect control CPU 120 on the effect control board 12 side or not Can be determined.

  In the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 5, the CPU 103 first checks the state of a time-short flag or a probability change flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102, for example. The current gaming state in the machine 1 is specified (S401). More specifically, when the probability change flag is ON, the gaming state is a probability change state, when the probability change flag is OFF and the time reduction flag is ON, the game state is a time reduction state, and both the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are both What is necessary is just to specify that it is a normal state when it is OFF, respectively. Further, by checking the value of a special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag control unit) of the RAM 102, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state. It only needs to be identified.

  The CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state specified in this way is a big hit in which the big hit gaming state is set (S402). At this time, if it is determined that the big hit is not being made, it is further determined whether or not the high base in which the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is being performed in the probability variation state or the time reduction state (S403). When it is determined in S402 that the jackpot is being hit (S402; Yes), or when it is determined that the high base is being set in S403 (S403; Yes), whether or not the start port buffer value is “2”. Is determined (S404).

  When it is determined in S403 that the vehicle is not in the high base (S403; No), or when it is determined in S404 that the starting port buffer value is “2” (S404; Yes), it is shown in FIG. Various variable display contents are determined using the random value extracted in the process of S209. In this embodiment, the variable display contents to be determined at the time of starting winning are “big hit”, “super reach determination at the time of loss”, “reach determination at the time of loss”, and “general at the time of loss”.

  The CPU 101 sets a big hit determination range in order to determine whether or not the variable display content is “big hit”. For example, from a specific display result determination table prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, data used for determining a special figure display result corresponding to the current gaming state (special figure display result determination table data) ) Is selected. In this special figure display result determination table data, the range of the determined value assigned with the special figure display result “big hit” may be set as the big hit determination range. This jackpot determination range is compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in the process of S209. At this time, if the random value MR1 is within the range of the big hit determination range, the variable display content is determined as “big hit”.

  Corresponding to the fact that the random display value MR1 is outside the range of the big hit determination range, and it is determined that the variable display content is not “big hit”, the super reach determination range or reach determination range at the time of losing is set. Regardless of the number of special figure hold memories, the super reach determination range and reach determination range at the time of losing can be determined as a random pattern that can be determined as a variation pattern with reach production including super reach or normal reach (disturbance for determining variation pattern). The range of the numerical value MR3) may be determined in advance.

  When variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, a random pattern MR3 for determining a variation pattern and a variation pattern determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance are prepared. Of the plurality of variation patterns, the variation pattern used in the current variable display is determined. In the variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number MR3 for variation pattern determination is assigned to one of a plurality of variation patterns. The CPU 103 determines the variation pattern to which the determined value matching the random value MR3 is assigned as the variation pattern used in the current variable display. For example, in the variation pattern determination table used at the time of losing when the variable display result is “lost”, as shown in FIG. 11 (B1) and FIG. It differs depending on the number of figure hold memory and the number of second special figure hold memory. However, some of the determined values are assigned to the same (or the same type) variation pattern regardless of the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number. The range of decision values assigned to the variation pattern with super reach among the decision values assigned to the variation pattern with super reach in the table data constituting such a variation pattern determination table. However, what is necessary is just to be predetermined as a super reach fixed range. In addition, in the table data constituting the variation pattern determination table, among the determined values allocated to the variation pattern with the reach effect including the normal reach, it is allocated to the variation pattern with the reach effect regardless of the number of special figure holding memories. The determined value range may be determined in advance as the reach determination range.

  FIG. 6 shows an example of determination of the variation pattern at the time of losing when the variable display result is “lost”. When the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state without time-saving control, a variation pattern determination table in which determined values are assigned to the variation patterns as shown in FIG. 11 (B1) is used. In this case, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “295” to “300”, it is determined that the variation pattern with super reach is determined regardless of the first special figure reserved memory number. . On the other hand, if the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “271” to “300”, it is uncertain whether super-reach is involved or not according to the first special figure reserved memory number. It is determined that the change pattern is determined to have a reach effect including a normal reach regardless of at least the first special figure reserved memory number.

  In addition, when the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probability change state with time reduction control or a time reduction state, a change pattern determination table in which determination values as shown in FIG. 11 (B2) are assigned to the change patterns is used. It is done. In this case, if the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “295” to “300”, it is determined that the variation pattern with super reach is determined regardless of the second special figure reserved storage number. . On the other hand, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “289” to “300”, it is determined that the variation pattern with normal reach is determined regardless of the second special figure reserved memory number. .

  The special figure hold memory number (the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number) when the start winning occurs coincides with the special figure hold memory number when the variable display is actually started. Not limited to this, there may be a change due to execution of variable display or generation of a new start prize after the start prize has been generated. For this reason, the table data selected due to the difference in the number of reserved special figure storage may not match between the determination result at the time of starting winning and the determination of the changing pattern at the start of variable display. It is generally difficult to predict whether or not to be determined. On the other hand, in the variation pattern determination table in this embodiment, when the variable display result is `` lost '', at least the determination value assigned to the variation pattern with super reach or the variation pattern with reach effect including normal reach is A common decision value is included regardless of the number of special figure holds. Therefore, whether or not it is determined that the variation pattern with super reach is determined regardless of the number of special figure holding memories at the time of starting winning or variable display start in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the reach effect including the normal reach It can be determined whether or not it is determined to be determined to be a variation pattern involving.

  When the variable display result is “losing” in the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “295” to “300”, the variable display content If the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “271” to “300”, the variable display content is “reach determination at lose”. judge. If the variable display result is “losing” during the time reduction in which the time reduction control is being performed, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “295” to “300”, the variable display content Is determined to be “super reach determination at the time of loss”, and if the random number knowledge MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the range of “289” to “300”, the variable display content is “reach determination at the time of loss” judge.

  When it is determined in S404 shown in FIG. 5 that the starting port buffer value is “1” instead of “2” (S404; No), a setting for limiting the winning determination in the process of S405 is performed (S406). ). Thus, when the high opening control accompanying the short-time control is performed or when the game is in the big hit gaming state, it is based on the occurrence of the starting winning (first starting winning) due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first starting winning opening. Restrict the variable display contents from being judged. Thus, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start is performed during the high opening control or the big hit gaming state. The soundness of the game can be ensured by restricting the pre-reading notice based on winning a prize from being executed.

  After that, the notification contents at the time of starting winning according to the determination result by the process of S405 and the setting by the process of S406 are set (S407). In accordance with such notification contents, a setting for transmitting a winning determination result command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is performed (S408), and the winning random number determination processing is terminated.

  FIG. 7 shows a start opening winning designation command (first starting opening winning designation command and second starting opening winning designation command), a reserved memory number notification command (first reserved memory number notification command and second reserved memory number notification command), An example of setting a winning determination result command is shown. In this embodiment, a command B100H serving as a first start opening winning designation command and a command B200H serving as a second starting opening winning designation command are prepared in advance as start opening winning designation commands. Note that the subscript H indicates a hexadecimal number. In addition, as a reserved memory count notification command, a command C1XXH serving as a first reserved memory count notification command and a command C2XXH serving as a second reserved memory count notification command are prepared in advance. XXH indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the instruction content by the effect control command. In the reserved memory count notification command, different EXT data (for example, any one of 00H to 04H) is set according to the special figure reserved memory count. Further, a command C4XXH serving as a winning determination result command is prepared in advance.

  When a game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by the first start opening switch 22A and a start winning (first start winning) is generated, S202 shown in FIG. When it is determined that the first special figure holding storage number has not reached the upper limit value in the process of (1), the first start condition is established. The first start condition is a condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. When the first start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to “1” in the process of S203 shown in FIG. On the other hand, a first start opening winning designation command is transmitted. In addition, a winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by performing transmission setting by the process of S408 shown in FIG. Furthermore, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by performing transmission setting by the process of S213 shown in FIG. The

  FIG. 4 shows a case where a game ball that has passed (entered) a second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by the second start opening switch 22B and a start winning (second start winning) is generated. When it is determined in step S205 that the second special figure reservation storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the second start condition is satisfied. The second start condition is a condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. When the second start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to “2” in the process of S206 shown in FIG. 4 and then the transmission setting by the process of S211 is performed, so that the main board 11 changes to the effect control board 12. On the other hand, a second start opening winning designation command is transmitted. In addition, a winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by performing transmission setting by the process of S408 shown in FIG. Further, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the second reserved memory number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by performing the transmission setting by the process of S213 shown in FIG. The

  On the side of the production control board 12, it is possible to detect the establishment of the first start condition by receiving the first start opening prize designation command, and to detect the establishment of the second start condition by receiving the second start opening prize designation command. it can. Thus, the first start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the first start condition. The second start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the second start condition. The determination result command at the time of winning is when the first starting prize is detected when the game ball has passed (entered) through the first starting prize opening or when the gaming ball has passed (entered) through the second start prize opening. At the time of the second start winning, the comparison result (the determination result at the time of winning) using the game random number extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like (the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result) is sent to the effect control board 12 side. To notify. The first reserved memory count notification command notifies the first special figure reserved memory count. The second reserved memory count notification command notifies the second special figure reserved memory count. In this embodiment, the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command are used when the game ball passes (enters) either through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening. Notifying whether it occurred, it is transmitted as hold notification information for designating which of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number has increased.

  The first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command correspond to the case where the execution of the special game is started when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied. May be transmitted. Alternatively, when the number of reserved memories increases, a reserved memory number addition designation command (a first reserved memory number addition designation command or a second one) indicating that the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number has increased. When the reserved memory number decreases, the reserved memory number addition designation command (the second reserved figure number designation command) indicates that the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number has decreased. 1 reserved memory number subtraction designation command or second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted. Instead of the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command, or together with the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command, the total reserved memory number notification command for notifying the total reserved memory number May be transmitted. That is, a total pending storage number notification command for notifying an increase (or decrease) in the total pending storage number may be used.

  FIG. 7B exemplifies the contents of notification by a winning determination result command. Of the winning determination result commands shown in FIG. 7B, the command C402H, the command C403H, and the command C404H may be transmitted when the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is not within the jackpot determination range. The winning determination result is notified that the variable display result is determined to be “losing” and is not controlled to the big hit gaming state. On the other hand, the command C401H is transmitted when the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the jackpot determination range, and when the winning is determined that the variable display result is determined to be “hit” and controlled to the jackpot gaming state. The determination result (variable display content is “big hit”) is notified. The command C402H is transmitted when the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the super-reach determination range at the time of losing, and the winning determination result (variable display content) that the variation pattern with super-reach is determined at the time of losing Will notify you of “Super reach when lost”. The command C403H is transmitted when the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the reach determination range at the time of losing, and the winning determination result (variable display content is determined to be a variation pattern with a reach effect at the time of losing. “Reach when lost”). The command C404H is transmitted when the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is not within the super reach determination range or reach determination range at the time of losing, and when winning a prize that there is a possibility that the variation pattern with reach effect may not be determined Notification of the determination result (variable display content is “general when lost”). In this way, the winning determination result command uses the game random number extracted at the time of starting winning, and whether or not the variable display result is determined to be “big hit” or whether it is determined to a specific variation pattern. Is transmitted as determination result information for notifying the determination result at the time of winning.

  The special symbol normal process of S110 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display device 4A, the first special symbol display unit 4A, the second special symbol reservation storage unit, the second special figure reservation storage unit, and the like are stored on the basis of the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It is determined whether or not the special symbol game is started by the second special symbol display device 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result is determined by the variable display result. Make a decision (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, when the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined as one of a plurality of types. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) One of the lost symbols) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

  The variation pattern setting process of S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of prior determination as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is set in advance corresponding to the variation pattern. Accordingly, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time from the start of variable display of the special symbol to the deriving of the definite special symbol resulting in the variable display result is determined. The variation pattern setting process may include a process of determining whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is “reach” when the variable display result is “losing”. Alternatively, even if it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to “reach” by determining the variation pattern when the variable display result is “lost” in the variation pattern setting process at a predetermined ratio. Good. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of performing setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  The special symbol variation process of S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for performing a setting for varying the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4, a process for measuring an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary, and the like. . When the elapsed time since the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop process in S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. This special symbol stop process includes a process of setting the special symbol display device 4 to stop the change of the special symbol and to stop and display the confirmed special symbol that is the variable symbol display result. When the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed, a setting for transmitting the symbol confirmation command to the effect control board 12 is performed as an effect control command capable of specifying that the display result in the variable display is derived. Then, it is determined whether or not a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is turned on. When the big hit flag is ON, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command for designating the start of the big hit gaming state based on the special figure display result being “big hit” is set, and the value of the special figure process flag is set to “ Update to 4 ". When the big hit flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit release pre-processing of S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. The pre-opening process for the big hit is based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit”, etc., and the process for starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and setting the winning prize opening to the open state, etc. It is included. When the big hit release pre-processing is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  The big hit release process of S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. The big hit opening process includes a process for measuring an elapsed time after the big winning opening is opened, a number of game balls detected by the measured elapsed time and the count switch 23, and the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing which returns to a closed state from an open state are included. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”.

  The big hit release post-processing in S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-hit opening process, it is determined whether or not the number of round games executed with the big winning opening opened has reached a predetermined upper limit (for example, “2” or “15” depending on the type of jackpot). And a process of waiting until the next round game is started when the upper limit number has not been reached. When the next round game is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4”, while when the number of executions of the round game reaches the upper limit number, the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. Is updated.

  The big hit end process of S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the jackpot end process, a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed by an effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. Processing that waits until time elapses, processing that performs various settings for controlling to the probability variation state and the time-short state corresponding to success or failure of the probability variation control condition, and the like are included. Then, when the setting for controlling to the probability change state or the time reduction state is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S110 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is “0” (S231). The second special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 only has to read the second reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in S231 (S231; No), it is stored in the head area (storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) of the second special figure reservation storage unit. Numeric data indicating a predetermined random number value is read out as pending data (S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (second starting winning) in the second starting winning opening in the process of S209 shown in FIG. 4 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Following the processing of S232, for example, by updating the second reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating it, the second special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the second special figure reserved memory unit The stored contents are shifted (S233). For example, the second special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of S233, the total number of pending storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value, which is the stored value of the variable special figure designation buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, is updated to “2” (S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in S231 (S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 only has to read the first reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”. As described above, the process of S235 is executed when it is determined in S231 that the second special figure hold memory number is “0”, and whether or not the first special figure hold memory number is “0”. Determine whether. Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  When the special game is executed in the order in which the game balls have passed (entered) the start winning opening regardless of whether the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, A start area data indicating whether the game ball has passed (entered) through the start prize opening or the second start prize opening is associated with the hold number or separately from the hold data, and is associated with the hold number in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 And the order in which the start conditions are established can be specified for the special game corresponding to each hold data.

  Following the processing of S236, for example, by updating the first reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating the first special figure reserved memory number, the first special figure reserved memory unit is updated. The stored content is shifted (S237). For example, the first special figure reservation storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of S237, the total number of reserved memories may be updated so as to be decremented by one. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (S238).

  After executing one of the processes of S234 and S238, the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, is determined as either “big hit” or “losing” (S239). As an example, in the process of S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, the numerical value (determination value) compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is the determination result as to whether the special figure display result is “big hit” or “lost”. As long as it is assigned. The CPU 103 may determine the special figure display result by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read from the variation random number buffer. When the special symbol display result is determined to be “big hit” in the process of S239, the special symbol display result derived in the special symbol game becomes the big hit symbol as the specific display result, and the decorative symbol variable display After the display result derived in the above becomes a definite decorative symbol of the jackpot combination, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) advantageous to the player. As described above, the CPU 103 can determine whether or not to control to an advantageous state advantageous to the player by executing the process of S239.

  In the process of S239, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the probability variation state and the probability variation control is performed, the special figure is displayed at a higher rate than when the probability variation control is not performed in the normal state or the time reduction state. The result is determined as “big hit”. The probability variation state is started when the probability variation flag is set to the on state corresponding to the case where the big hit type is “probability variation” or “surprise probability”, for example, by the big hit end processing in S117 shown in FIG. The When the probability variation state is in effect, the special figure display result is likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be a big hit gaming state than when the probability variation control is not performed in the normal state or the short time state.

  The CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of S239 is “big hit” (S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (S240; Yes), a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to an on state (S241). Also, the jackpot type is determined as one of a plurality of types (S242). As an example, in the process of S242, a big hit type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the big hit type. In the jackpot type determination table, depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special chart or the second special chart, the numerical value (determination value) compared with the random value for determining the big jackpot type includes a plurality of jackpot types. It suffices if it is assigned to the determination result of either type. The CPU 103 may determine the jackpot type by referring to the jackpot type determination table based on the numerical data indicating the jackpot type determination random value MR2 read from the variation random number buffer.

  After executing the processing of S242, the big hit type is stored (S243). The CPU 103 may store the jackpot type by storing data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in a jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control buffer setting unit).

  If the special symbol display result is not “big hit” in S240 (S240; No), or after executing the process of S243, a fixed special symbol that is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game is determined (S244). ). As an example, if it is determined in S240 that the special symbol display result is not “big hit”, the special symbol predetermined as the lost symbol is determined as the confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, if it is determined in S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, one of the special symbols predetermined as a plurality of types of big hit symbols is selected according to the determination result of the big hit type in S242. What is necessary is just to determine a fixed special symbol.

  After executing the process of S244, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” (S245), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in S245, and the next timer interruption occurs, the variation pattern setting process of S111 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  In S235, when the number of reserved figures stored in the special figure game using the first special figure is “0” (S235; Yes), after performing a predetermined demonstration display setting (S246), the special symbol normal process is performed. finish. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the substrate 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S111 of FIG. 3 as the variation pattern setting process. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 9, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (S261). If the big hit flag is ON (S261; Yes), a variation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is “big hit” is determined (S262). On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off (S261; No), the variation pattern corresponding to the time of loss when the special figure display result is “lost” is determined (S263).

  In the process of S262, for example, the big hit fluctuation pattern is determined using a big hit fluctuation pattern determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, for example. In the big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” by referring to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for fluctuation pattern reading read from the random number buffer for fluctuation. What is necessary is just to determine a fluctuation pattern. In the process of S263, for example, a variation pattern at the time of the loss is determined using a loss variation pattern determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, for example. In the loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result is “lost” by referring to the loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern random number MR3 read from the variation random number buffer. What is necessary is just to determine a fluctuation pattern.

  FIG. 10 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result (special drawing display result) is “lost”, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is “non-reach” which does not reach the reach state, and the reach state is reached. A plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance corresponding to each of the cases of “reach” and the case of the variable display result (special drawing display result) being “big hit”. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is “non-reach” is referred to as a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as a non-reach loss variation pattern), and the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is “reach” is This is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as a reach loss variation pattern). The non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost”. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as a big hit variation pattern. The big hit variation pattern and the reach variation pattern include a normal reach variation pattern in which a reach effect in normal reach is executed and a super reach variation pattern in which a reach effect in super reach is executed.

  FIG. 11 shows an example of determining a big hit variation pattern or a loss variation pattern. In the processing of S262 shown in FIG. 9, for example, the variation pattern at the time of big hit is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. In the example shown in FIG. 11A, any one of the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 to fluctuation pattern PA3-3 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-1 to fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is used at a predetermined ratio as the fluctuation pattern at the time of the big hit. To be determined. In the process of S263 shown in FIG. 9, when it is the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, for example, the fluctuation pattern at the time of the loss is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 11 (B1). Further, in the process of S263 shown in FIG. 9, when the time reduction control is being performed, the fluctuation pattern at the time of the loss is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 11B2, for example. In the process of S263, by determining the variation pattern at the time of losing, it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbols is to be the reach state when the variable display result is “losing”. It should be noted that whether or not to reach the reach state may be determined when the variable display result is “lost” by a process separate from the determination of the variation pattern.

  In the example shown in FIG. 11A, the determined values assigned to the variation patterns with reach effects in super reach, such as the variation pattern PB3-1 to variation pattern PB3-4, are the variation pattern PA3-1 to variation pattern. It is set to be larger than the determined value assigned to the variation pattern accompanied by the reach effect in the normal reach such as PA3-3. On the other hand, in the examples shown in FIG. 11B1 and FIG. 11B2, the determined values assigned to the variation patterns with the reach effect in the normal reach, such as the variation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3, vary. It is set to be larger than the determined values assigned to the variation patterns accompanied by the reach effect in the super reach such as the patterns PB2-1 to PB2-4. As a result, when the variable display result is derived after the reach effect in the super reach is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” (expected degree of big hit) is increased.

  In the determination example shown in FIG. 11 (B1), a determination value assigned to a different variation pattern is included depending on whether the first special figure reservation storage number is 0, 1 or 2 or more. As a specific example, the determined value in the range of “151” to “180” is assigned to the variation pattern PA1-1 if the first special figure reserved memory number is 0, and the first special figure reserved memory number is 1. If it is, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-2, and if the first special figure reservation storage number is 2 or more, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-3. With such a setting, the average variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols can be varied according to the number of first special symbol reservations stored. In particular, when the first special figure reserved memory number is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “2”), the average variable display time is shortened compared to when the first special figure reserved memory number is less than the predetermined value. It is sufficient that a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern so that In normal times when the time reduction control is not performed, it is difficult for the game ball to pass (enter) the second start winning opening, and the frequency of executing the special game using the second special figure is low. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the first special figure reservation memory number is a predetermined value (for example, “0”) regardless of the second special figure reservation memory number. The variation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data. Alternatively, regardless of the second special figure holding memory number when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is established, refer to the table data corresponding to the first special figure holding memory number at that time. The variation pattern may be determined. Alternatively, corresponding to the fact that the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, regardless of the second special figure holding memory number, FIG. The variation pattern may be determined with reference to table data that is different from the determination value B1). Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the “first special figure reserved memory number” shown in FIG. 11 (B1) is replaced with the “second special figure reserved memory number”. The variation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data corresponding to the second special figure reserved storage number.

  In the example of determination shown in FIG. 11 (B2), a determination value assigned to a different variation pattern is included depending on whether the second special figure reservation storage number is 0, 1 or 2 or more. With such a setting, the average variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols can be varied according to the number of second special symbol reservations stored. In particular, when the second special figure reserved memory number is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “2”), the average variable display time is shortened compared to when the second special figure reserved memory number is less than the predetermined value. It is sufficient that a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern so that During the time-saving control, the game ball easily passes (enters) through the second start winning opening, and the special game using the second special figure is frequently executed. When the special figure game using the second special figure is executed in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure, the special figure game using the second special figure is repeated if the time is short. The possibility of being executed is high, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the first special figure is low. When the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the second special figure holding memory number is zero. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the second special figure reservation memory number is a predetermined value (for example, “0”) regardless of the first special figure reservation memory number. The variation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data. Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined with reference to table data that is different from the determination value allocation shown in FIG. 11B2 regardless of the first special figure reservation storage number. Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the “second special figure reserved memory number” shown in FIG. 11 (B2) is read as the “first special figure reserved memory number”. The variation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data corresponding to the first special figure reserved storage number.

  After executing one of the processes of S262 and S263, a special figure change time which is a variable symbol display time is set (S264). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. As shown in FIG. 10, the special figure fluctuation time is determined in advance corresponding to a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. Therefore, the special figure fluctuation time is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern in the processes of S262 and S263. The CPU 103 can set the timing at which a special symbol or decorative symbol variable display result is derived by setting the special symbol variation time.

  Following the process of S264, a start condition is selected from the special game using the first special graphic in the first special symbol display device 4A and the special graphic game using the second special graphic in the second special symbol display device 4B. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start any special figure game in which is established (S265). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is performed.

  After the process of S265 is executed, command transmission setting at the time of starting the change of the special symbol is performed (S266). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends a first variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, a first variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address (first address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is designated. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends the second variation start command, the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, the second variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is designated.

  The first variation start command and the second variation start command use the variation start in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. This is an effect control command for designating the start of fluctuation in the special figure game. The first variation start command and the second variation start command are also simply referred to as variation start commands. The variation pattern designation command is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game. This is an effect control command for designating a variation pattern such as a decorative design. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol.

  After executing the process of S266, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” (S267), and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in S267, when the next timer interruption occurs, the special symbol variation process of S112 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

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

  In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process shown in FIG. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (S51), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter mounted on the production control board 12). / Timer circuit) register settings, etc. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (S52). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (S52; No), it waits.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interruption due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal occurs, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state is used, the interrupt is interrupted. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on (S52; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed (S54). In the command analysis processing, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed.

  As an example, in the command analysis process, when there is a reception command stored in the effect control command reception buffer, it is determined which effect control command is received by checking the MODE data of the received command. . At this time, when the winning determination result command and the first reserved memory number notification command are received together with the first start opening winning designation command, a first area provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 122 or the like. The first start opening winning designation command and the first reserved storage number notification command are sequentially stored in the storage area having the smallest reserved display number serving as the buffer number among the free areas in the start winning command buffer. On the other hand, when the second reserved memory number notification command is received together with the second start opening prize designation command, the empty area in the second start prize command buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the effect control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 122 or the like. Among them, the second start opening winning designation command and the second reserved storage number notification command are stored in order in the storage area having the smallest reserved display number serving as the buffer number.

  The first start prize command buffer is associated with one set of effect control commands (first start slot prize designation command and first reserved memory number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the first start prize. A storage area is reserved for storage. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the first start winning is generated, corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” of the first start winning command buffer according to the receiving order. Are stored in order from the beginning of the empty area. The hold display number in the first start winning command buffer corresponds to the first special figure hold memory number.

  The second start prize command buffer is associated with one set of effect control commands (second start opening prize designation command and second reserved memory number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the second start prize. A storage area is reserved for storage. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the second start winning is generated, in accordance with the reception order, corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” of the second start winning command buffer. Are stored in order from the beginning of the empty area. The hold display number in the second start winning command buffer corresponds to the second special figure hold memory number.

  After executing the command analysis process, an effect control process is executed (S55). In the effect control process, for example, various operations such as an effect image display operation on the screen of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, and a lighting operation in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are performed. With respect to the control content of the rendering operation using the rendering device, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed. Following the effect control process, an effect random number update process is executed (S56), and numerical data indicating the effect random number counted by the random counter of the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control. To do.

  Subsequently, when an abnormality notification command included in the effect control command is received from the main board 11, an error notification process (S57) for notifying the occurrence of an abnormality is executed according to the command. In the error notification process, for example, an error image for notifying the occurrence of an abnormality is displayed on the image display device 5 under control of the effect control CPU 120, or a sound for notifying the occurrence of an abnormality is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Or output. After execution of the error notification process, the process returns to S52.

  The error image may be displayed over the entire display area of the image display device 5 (full-screen display), as shown in FIG. As shown, it may be one (partial display) displayed in a part of the display area of the image display device 5. Also, for example, if the abnormality notification command indicates an abnormal winning, an error image is displayed in a full-screen display mode, and the abnormality notification command indicates a ball removal error (the game ball stored in the lower plate has a specified amount). The display mode of the error image may be changed according to the type (severity) of the error, such as displaying in a partial display mode if it indicates an error when exceeding).

  In this embodiment, the error image is not deleted from the image display device 5 until the error indicated by the abnormality notification command is resolved. Therefore, the error image is not deleted even during the derivation display of the variable display result (see FIG. 17D2), and the display of the error image has priority over the display of the adjustment result image R described later. . In this embodiment, as described later, the volume as the effect can be adjusted by the player's operation, but the error sound cannot be adjusted with the initial setting. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player or the game store clerk from noticing the occurrence of the error even though some error has occurred.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 13, first, a change effect character display process is executed (S162). The change effect character display processing is for displaying an effect image showing the character in the hold display change common effect on the screen of the image display device 5 based on the setting according to the determination result of executing the hold display change effect. Includes processing. The change effect character display processing includes processing for determining whether or not a variation start command (first variation start command or second variation start command) or a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received, This includes processing for performing display control of the effect image indicating the character according to the determination result.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the change effect character display process executed in S162 of FIG. In the change effect character display process shown in FIG. 14, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the character is being displayed (S601). For example, the effect control CPU 120 determines that the character is being displayed when the effect image indicating the character CH1 (change effect character) shown in FIG. 15B used in the hold display change common effect is displayed. That's fine.

  If the character is not being displayed in S601 (S601; No), it is determined whether there is a change effect setting (S602). For example, if the CPU 120 for effect control specifies the storage contents of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern in the hold display data storage unit and information corresponding to the determination result of executing the hold display change effect is stored, It may be determined that there is a change effect setting. If there is no change effect setting (S602; No), the change effect character display process is terminated.

  When the change effect is set in S602 (S602; Yes), the effect image indicating the change effect character is controlled to start display on the screen of the image display device 5 (S603). The change effect character display process is terminated. In the process of S603, the effect control CPU 120 may change the display mode of the change effect character according to the determination result of whether or not the decorative symbol is being variably displayed. Whether or not the decorative design is being variably displayed may be specified from the value of the effect process flag provided in a predetermined area (effect control flag setting unit or the like) of the RAM 122. More specifically, when the value of the effect process flag is “2”, it may be determined that the decorative symbol is being variably displayed. On the other hand, when the value of the effect process flag is other than “2”, it may be determined that the decorative symbol is not being variably displayed. When it is determined that the decorative symbol is being variably displayed, a display control command for instructing to change the display mode of the change effect character to the action mode is output to the VDP of the display control unit 123, for example. On the other hand, when it is determined that the decorative symbols are not being variably displayed, a display control command for instructing to change the display mode of the change effect character to the static mode is output to the VDP of the display control unit 123, for example.

  The action mode may be a display position, a size, a rotation amount, a moving direction, a moving speed, a moving amount of a change effect character, a part of the shape, pattern, or color of the change effect character according to an animation pattern prepared in advance. All may be a display mode of change display (operation display) that changes over time. The change of the change effect character according to the animation pattern may be repeated at a predetermined cycle. In contrast to such an action mode, the static mode may be a static display mode in which the change effect character does not change over time. In contrast to the stationary mode, the action mode is also referred to as a non-static mode or a behavior mode.

  The effect image indicating the change effect character whose display is started by executing the process of S603 is a character used for the action effect in the hold display change effect (for example, the character CH1 as shown in FIG. 15B). It is an image which shows. By performing the process of S603, the effect image indicating the change effect character can be displayed even before the variable display in which the hold display change effect is executed. In this case, the effect image indicating the change effect character can be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 over a plurality of variable displays.

  If the character is being displayed in S601 (S601; Yes), it is determined whether or not it is a predetermined display end timing (S604). The display end timing is, for example, when the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, when the execution of the reach effect in the super reach is started, or when the execution of the hold display change effect by the hold display change pattern ends. Any timing may be used as long as a predetermined display end condition of the change effect character is satisfied. When it is the display end timing (S604; Yes), the effect image indicating the character CH1 as the change effect character is controlled to end the display on the screen of the image display device 5 (S605), and then the change is performed. The effect character display process is terminated.

  If it is not the change end timing (S604; No), it is determined whether or not a change start command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (S606). In the processing of S606, it may be determined that a variation start command has been received when either the first variation start command or the second variation start command is received. If a change start command has been received (S606; Yes), after setting for starting display control during change (S607), the change effect character display process is terminated. In the process of S607, for example, when it is determined that the decorative symbol is variably displayed in the process of S603, a display control command for instructing to change the display mode of the change effect character to the action mode is displayed. What is necessary is just to output with respect to VDP of the part 123. Thereby, the display mode of the effect image which shows the character for change effects can be made into an action mode by reception of the change start command which can specify the start of variable display.

  If no change start command is received in S606 (S606; No), it is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (S608). If no symbol confirmation command is received (S608; No), the change effect character display process is terminated. On the other hand, when the symbol confirmation command is received (S608; Yes), after the setting for starting the symbol confirmation display control is performed (S609), the change effect character display processing is terminated. In the process of S609, for example, in the case where it is determined in the process of S603 that it is determined that the decorative symbol is not being variably displayed, a display control command for instructing the display mode of the change effect character to be a static mode is displayed. What is necessary is just to output with respect to VDP of the part 123. Thereby, in the period when the display result in variable display is derived | led-out, the display mode of the effect image which shows the character for change effects can be made into a static mode.

  FIG. 15 shows an example of specific settings for displaying various images on the screen of the image display device 5. FIG. 15A shows a configuration example of a Z value setting table for assigning Z values to a plurality of display layers. FIG. 15B shows an arrangement example of each display layer based on the Z value setting by the Z value setting table. In this embodiment, the plurality of layers include an error display layer, a small symbol display layer, an adjustment result image display layer, a full screen preview display layer, a change effect display layer, a decorative symbol display layer, and a symbol preview display layer. ing. An error display effect image is drawn on the error display layer. In the small symbol display layer, an effect image showing a small symbol variably displayed in the small symbol display area 5V is drawn. When the volume is adjusted, an adjustment result image R indicating the volume adjustment result is drawn on the adjustment result image display layer. In the full screen preview display layer, a full screen preview display image used for the full screen preview effect is drawn. In the change effect display layer, an effect image indicating a character or the like used in the hold display change effect is drawn. In the decorative symbol display layer, an effect image showing the decorative symbols variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is drawn. In the symbol notice display layer, an image of the symbol notice display used in the symbol notice effect is drawn. The image of the symbol notice display may be a notice display related to the ornament symbol. In this embodiment, for example, the image G is located around the ornament symbol and has a display mode such as an aura (afterglow) of the ornament symbol. It is said. In the image data of the effect image drawn on each display layer, a Z value that is a depth value used when drawing each effect image in a superimposed manner is set. By setting the Z value by the Z value setting table as shown in FIG. 15A, an error display layer, a small symbol display layer, an adjustment result image display layer, a full screen notice display layer, a change effect display layer, a decorative symbol display layer The Z value of the effect image drawn on each of the symbol preview display layers has a different value depending on the display layer on which the effect image is drawn.

  For example, the VDP of the display control unit 123 may determine the priority by performing a Z value comparison operation when writing image data read from the CGROM into a frame buffer of the VRAM. Then, the image data of the effect image having a small Z value is written in the frame buffer in preference to the image data of the effect image having a large Z value. As a result, the effect image drawn on the display layer assigned with a small value as the Z value has a higher priority than the effect image drawn on the display layer assigned with a large value as the Z value. Can be placed on the side.

  As shown in FIG. 15B, the error image display layer sets the Z value so that the error image display layer is arranged on the foremost side, so that the priority of the error image (see FIGS. 17D1 and 17D2). Is set higher than other effect images. In addition, the Z value is set so that the small symbol display layer is arranged on the front side next to the error display layer as seen from the player. Therefore, even when a display effect is displayed by displaying an arbitrary effect image on the screen of the image display measure 5, the small symbol variable display in the small symbol display area 5V is always performed unless it overlaps the error image. The player can see it. In addition, the Z value is set so that the adjustment result image display layer is arranged on the front side next to the small symbol display layer. As a result, the adjustment result image R indicating the adjustment result of the sound volume can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side from the image of the full screen notice display, the effect image indicating the decorative design, and the like. Also, the Z value is set so that the full-screen preview display layer is arranged in front of the decorative symbol display layer. Thereby, the full-screen preview image used in the full-screen preview effect can be arranged at an overlapping position in front of the effect image showing the decorative design, and the decorative design can be hidden. Note that the Z value may be set so that the full-screen preview display layer is arranged in front of the adjustment result image display layer. The change effect display layer is on the rear side of the small symbol display layer, but the Z value is set so as to be arranged on the front side of the decorative symbol display layer. Thereby, the effect image used by the hold display change effect can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative design. In this way, the effect image indicating the change effect character can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative design that is the identification information image. Also, the Z value is set so that the symbol preview display layer is arranged next to the decorative symbol display layer. As a result, the symbol preview image used in the symbol preview effect can be arranged in an overlapping position on the rear side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol, and a display for decorating the decorative symbol from the back (for example, an aura display of the decorative symbol) )It can be performed.

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect setting process executed in S163 of FIG. In this embodiment, by executing the effect effect setting process described below, during the game (see FIGS. 17A1 and 17A) and during the customer waiting demonstration display (see FIG. 17B), The volume as a production effect can be adjusted by the player's adjustment operation. When the volume is adjusted, the adjustment result image R indicating the volume adjustment result is displayed in a manner in which the effect image and the demo image are superimposed on a predetermined area of the image display device 5. As shown in FIGS. 17A1, 17A2, 17C2, and the like, the adjustment result image R is displayed in a bar graph display mode that increases or decreases in the left-right direction, for example. Note that the mode of the adjustment result image R is arbitrary as long as the player or the like can recognize the current volume, and may be a mode in which numerical values or characters corresponding to the volume are displayed, a pie chart mode, or the like.

  In this embodiment, during the menu mode, the item “volume adjustment” is selected from the menu screen (see FIG. 17C1) and the volume adjustment mode is being selected (see FIG. 17C2). The volume can be adjusted only when While the volume adjustment mode is selected, the adjustment result image R is always displayed. Further, as will be described later, in response to accepting a predetermined operation during the customer waiting demonstration display, the mode shifts from the customer waiting demonstration display to the menu mode.

  When the effect effect setting process shown in FIG. 16 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the menu mode is being executed (S701). For example, the CPU 120 for effect control determines that the menu mode is being executed if the menu mode execution flag is on, and determines that the menu mode is not being executed if the flag is off. Note that the menu mode execution flag is set to an on state in S662, which will be described later, and cleared to an off state in S661 (see FIG. 19).

  When the menu mode is not being executed (S701; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the adjustment result image display flag is on (S702). The adjustment result image display flag is set to an on state in S708 and S715, which will be described later, and cleared to an off state in S704 and S712.

  When the adjustment result image display flag is on (S702; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a predetermined period T1 that has been determined in advance has elapsed since the adjustment operation was received (S703). Here, the adjustment operation (adjustment operation) is an operation performed by the player using an operation means such as a stick controller 31A, for example, and in this embodiment, is an operation for adjusting the volume as the effect. . The player adjusts the volume from within a predetermined range (for example, six levels 1 to 6) by tilting the stick controller 31A to the left and right, for example, and the volume at the point when the tilt operation is stopped. The volume is determined as an adjustment result.

  Note that the sound volume determination operation may be performed by pushing and pulling the trigger button of the stick controller 31A or pushing the push button 31B separately from the adjustment operation. Further, the operation means for adjusting the volume is not limited to the stick controller 31A, and may be a cross button or a dial-type operation means (not shown). Further, instead of the operation means, a non-contact type sensor (for example, a photo sensor) may be used to adjust the effect by adjusting the player's adjustment detected by the sensor.

  The predetermined period T1 is set in advance as a display period of the adjustment result image R indicating the adjustment result of the volume. The predetermined period T1 is arbitrary as long as it is an appropriate period for the player to confirm the adjustment result. In this embodiment, the predetermined period T1 is set to about several seconds (for example, 2 to 10 seconds). Whether or not the predetermined period T1 has elapsed since the adjustment operation was accepted corresponds to, for example, a predetermined timer corresponding to the predetermined period T1 when it is determined that there is an adjustment operation (S706; Yes) in S706 described later. Just set a value and determine if the timer has timed out.

  The adjustment operation (adjustment operation) may be an operation for adjusting the display brightness (light quantity) of the image display device 5 or the effect effect lamp as an effect. Then, the adjustment result image R may indicate a luminance adjustment result. Moreover, what is necessary is just to adjust at least one of a volume and a brightness | luminance according to adjustment operation. Further, the predetermined period during which the adjustment result image corresponding to the volume is displayed and the predetermined period during which the adjustment result image according to the luminance is displayed may be set to the same length or set to different lengths. May be.

  In S703, when the predetermined period T1 has elapsed since the adjustment operation was accepted (S703; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 deletes the adjustment result image R from the image display device 5, and turns off the adjustment result image display flag. The state is cleared (S704). With the process of S704, the adjustment result image R is erased when a predetermined period T1 has elapsed from the adjustment operation during a game or a demonstration display. Subsequent to the processing of S704, the effect control CPU 120 executes the processing of S706. Also, if the determination at S702 or S703 is No, the process at S706 is executed.

  In S701, when the menu mode is being executed (S701; Yes), if the volume adjustment mode is being selected (S705; Yes), the processing of S706 is executed. For example, the production control CPU 120 determines that the volume adjustment mode is selected if the volume adjustment mode selection flag is on, and determines that the volume adjustment mode is not selected if the flag is off. The volume adjustment mode selection flag is set to an on state in S664 described later, and cleared to an off state in a predetermined case. For example, when a mode selection other than volume adjustment is made during execution of the menu mode, or when the menu mode execution flag is turned off, the volume adjustment mode selection flag is cleared to the off state. When the volume adjustment mode is selected (S705; Yes), the adjustment result image R is always displayed without performing the process of S704. Even in the demonstration display, the adjustment result image R may not be erased even after the predetermined period T1 has elapsed. Even if the menu mode is being executed (S701; Yes), if the volume adjustment mode is not being selected (S705; No), the effect setting process is terminated.

  In S706, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an adjustment operation has been performed. For example, when an operation signal from the stick controller 31A (for example, an operation signal indicating a tilting operation in the left-right direction) is input, the effect control CPU 120 determines that there is an adjustment operation (S706; Yes), and performs the adjustment operation. The corresponding volume setting value is stored in a setting value storage area provided in the RAM 122 (S707). Even in the process of S707, the volume setting value for the error sound stored in the setting value storage area provided in the RAM 122 is not changed and remains the initial setting value.

  Subsequently, the CPU 120 for effect control causes the image display device 5 to display the adjustment result image R that notifies the volume setting value according to the adjustment operation, and sets the adjustment result image display flag to the on state (S708). If the adjustment result image R is already displayed (Yes in S702, No in S703, Yes in S706), the adjustment result image for notifying the volume setting value according to the current adjustment operation. R is displayed on the image display device 5 (updated and displayed from the adjustment result image R corresponding to the previous adjustment operation), and the adjustment result image display flag is kept on.

  After the execution of the process of S708 or when it is determined that there is no adjustment operation in the process of S706 (S706; No), the process of S710 is executed.

  In S710, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the variable display result derivation display period T2 (hereinafter, also simply referred to as “derivation display period”). For example, the effect control CPU 120 is turned on when starting a process of completely stopping (deriving and displaying) the final decorative symbol as the final stop symbol, which is the variable symbol display result in the variable display effect processing described later. Whether or not it is the derivation display period T2 is determined based on a flag that is set to be cleared to an off state when the processing is completed. The derived display period T2 corresponds to the display period of the final stop symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol, and is set to about several seconds (for example, 0.5 to 1 second). Therefore, in this embodiment, the derived display period T2 is shorter than the predetermined period T1 described above. Note that the derivation display period T2 does not have to be constant, and may be set so that, for example, the time-short state is shorter than the normal state.

  When it is the derivation display period T2 for the variable display result (S710; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the adjustment result image display flag is on (S711), and if it is on (S711; Yes), the adjustment result image R is deleted, and the adjustment result image display flag is cleared to an off state (S712). As a result, even if the predetermined period T1 has not elapsed since the adjustment operation, the adjustment result image R is deleted during the derived display period T2 (see FIGS. 18A and 18B described later).

  On the other hand, when it is not the derivation display period T2 of the variable display result (S710; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the adjustment result image display flag is on (S713). If it is off, that is, if the adjustment result image R is not displayed (S713; No), the process of S714 is executed.

  In the process of S714, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display derivation display period T2 has elapsed and is within the predetermined period T1 (whether the predetermined period T1 has not elapsed). When the derivation display period T2 has elapsed and is within the predetermined period T1 (S714; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 returns (displays again) the adjustment result image R and turns on the adjustment result image display flag. The state is set (S715). Thereby, even if the adjustment result image R has been deleted in the process of S712, not the derived display period T2 (S710; No), but the derived display period T2 has elapsed but is within the predetermined period T1 (S714; Yes) ), The adjustment result image R is restored and displayed as shown in FIG.

  When the determination is YES in S713, the determination is NO in S705, S711, and S714, or after execution of S712 and S715, the effect control CPU 120 ends the effect effect setting process.

  If the adjustment result image R is erased during the derivation display period T2, the adjustment operation is invalidated or the volume setting corresponding to the adjustment operation is invalidated without going through the processing of S706 or S707. May be. Further, the volume setting value stored in the setting value storage area provided in the RAM 122 may be configured to return to the default (initial setting value) at a predetermined timing. The predetermined timing may be, for example, after a specific change, after a change is executed a specific number of times, a customer waiting demo display return timing, or when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is restarted. In addition, a plurality of types having different lengths are prepared for the predetermined period T1, and may be used for each gaming state, for example. For example, the predetermined period may be 10 seconds in the short time state, and the predetermined period may be 5 seconds in the normal state.

  Here, a main example in the case where the adjustment result image R is erased during the derived display period T2 will be described with reference to the timing charts of FIGS. As shown in FIGS. 18A and 18B, the predetermined period T1 is the display period of the adjustment result image R from the time when the most recent adjustment operation is performed, but at least a part of the predetermined period T1 and the derived display period T2 Are overlapped, the adjustment result image R is deleted (corresponding to S712). The example shown in FIG. 18A is a case where the derived display period T2 overlaps the rear end of the predetermined period T1, and in this case, the adjustment result image R is not displayed until the next adjustment operation is performed. On the other hand, the example shown in FIG. 18B is a case where the derivation display period T2 is within the predetermined period T1, and in this case, when the derivation display period T2 ends, the adjustment result image R is displayed again (in S715). The display continues until the predetermined period T1 elapses. Although not shown, when the derived display period T2 overlaps the front end of the predetermined period T1, the adjustment result image R is displayed after the end of the derived display period T2. Thus, according to this embodiment, since the adjustment result image R is erased in the derived display period T2, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of the variable display result that is derived and displayed.

  FIG. 17A1 is a display example of the adjustment result image R during the game. During the game, the adjustment result image R is displayed at the lower right corner of the image display device 5. In this embodiment, the display area of the adjustment result image R is, as shown in FIG. 17A1, a decorative symbol display area Ar (an area including the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R). It overlaps with a part of. FIG. 17A2 is a display example of the adjustment result image R particularly during the full screen notice, and the adjustment result image R is displayed over the full screen notice display. Note that the adjustment result image R may not be displayed during the full screen notice. If the adjustment result image R is displayed during such an effect period, the interest of the full-screen notice effect may be reduced. Therefore, the adjustment result image R is not displayed during the full-screen notice, but may be adjustable. Or adjustment may be impossible.

  FIG. 17B is a display example of the adjustment result image R during demonstration display (during customer waiting demonstration display). During the demonstration display, as shown in the figure, for example, an image indicating that the customer waiting demonstration such as “demo display is being displayed” is displayed on the image display device 5 and when an adjustment operation is performed. The adjustment result image R is superimposed on the demonstration display image.

  FIG. 17C1 shows a display example of the menu screen during the menu mode. In this embodiment, in the menu mode, there is a volume adjustment mode selection operation by the player, and the volume adjustment is possible only when the screen is switched to the volume adjustment mode selection screen shown in FIG. 17 (C2). It has become. Selection of an item in the menu mode can be performed, for example, by tilting the stick controller 31A, and the trigger button of the stick controller 31A is pushed or pushed with the “volume adjustment” item selected, or the push button 31B is pressed. By pressing the button, the screen changes to a screen in which the volume adjustment mode is selected as shown in FIG. The operation means for selecting an item is not limited to the stick controller 31A, and may be a cross button (not shown). Note that the display mode of the adjustment result image R may be different between the game shown in FIGS. 17A1 and 17A2 and the volume adjustment mode selected in FIG. 17C2. For example, when the volume adjustment mode is selected, the adjustment result image R may be displayed larger than in the game, or may be displayed in the center of the image display device 5.

  FIGS. 17D1 and 17D2 are examples of error images that can be displayed in the error notification process (S57) as described above. In this embodiment, the error image is (i) the variable display result. It is not erased during the derivation display, and (ii) is displayed with priority over the adjustment result image R.

  After performing the effect setting process in S163 shown in FIG. 13, for example, depending on the value of the effect process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as the effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, the following S170 to S175 are performed. Select one of these processes and execute it.

  The variable display start waiting process in S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. This variable display start waiting process starts variable display of decorative symbols on the screen of the image display device 5 based on whether the first variation start command or the second variation start command from the main board 11 is received. The process etc. which determine whether or not are included. When the first variation start command or the second variation start command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1”.

  The variable display start setting process of S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process is performed on the screen of the image display device 5 in response to the start of variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform the variable display of decorative symbols and other various effects, the process of determining the fixed decorative symbols and various effect control patterns according to the variation pattern of the special symbols and the type of display result is included. . When the variable display start setting process is executed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”.

  The effect process during variable display in S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 performs various control data from the effect control pattern corresponding to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control timer setting unit). , And various kinds of effect control during the variable display of the decorative symbols are included. In addition, in the variable display effect processing, in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11, the finalized symbol as the final stop symbol resulting in the variable symbol variable display result is displayed as a complete stop. Processing to display (derived display) is included. Note that, in response to the end code being read from the predetermined effect control pattern, the finalized decorative symbol may be displayed in a complete stop (derived display). In this case, when the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command has elapsed, it is autonomous on the side of the production control board 12 without using the production control command from the main board 11. The fixed display pattern can be derived and displayed on the screen to determine the variable display result. After performing such effect control, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

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

  The effect process when the attacker is released in S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this attacker opening effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit gaming state, and displays an effect image based on the set content on the screen of the image display device 5. The sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 is output by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14. And various effect operations in a predetermined period in which the grand prize winning door as an attacker is opened, such as turning on, turning off, and blinking the decoration LED. In the effect process at the time of opening the attacker, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”, which is a value corresponding to the ending effect process, in response to receiving the hit end designation command from the main board 11.

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

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing executed in S170 of FIG. 13 as variable display start waiting processing. In the variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variation pattern designation command reception flag is in an ON state (S651). If the variation pattern designation command reception flag is on (S651; Yes), the variation pattern designation command reception flag is cleared to an off state (S652). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to a value “1” corresponding to the variable display start setting process (S171) (S653).

  If the variation pattern designation command reception flag is not on (that is, the variation pattern designation command has not been received) (S651; No), the effect control CPU 120 is displaying a customer waiting demonstration (customer waiting demonstration). It is determined whether or not (S654). Whether or not the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed may be determined based on, for example, a customer waiting demonstration displaying flag that is set to an on state in accordance with the execution of S658 described later.

  If the customer waiting demonstration is not being displayed (S654; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag is on (S655). When the customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag is on (that is, the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received) (S655; Yes), the production control CPU 120 receives the customer waiting demonstration designation command. It is determined whether the elapsed time has passed 30 seconds (S656). Whether or not the elapsed time after receiving the customer waiting demonstration designation command has passed 30 seconds is determined by, for example, turning on the customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag in the command analysis process (S54) shown in FIG. When the state is set, a value corresponding to 30 seconds may be set in a predetermined timer, and it may be determined whether or not the timer has timed out.

  If 30 seconds have elapsed since the reception of the customer waiting demonstration designation command (S656; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 turns off the customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag (S657) and at the image display device 5. A predetermined customer waiting demonstration display is started (S658). The customer waiting demonstration display is not limited to a mode of displaying a character string such as “Demo Displaying” as shown in FIG. 17B, and is arbitrary, for example, a predetermined initial appearance (for example, “123”). A combination of symbols such as “777” or a combination of symbols reminiscent of a big hit such as “777”), a predetermined character, or a logotype of a gaming machine manufacturer may be displayed.

  In this embodiment, the case where the customer waiting demonstration display is started at the timing when 30 seconds have elapsed after receiving the customer waiting demonstration designation command (corresponding to the case where the variable display is interrupted) is shown. It is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the customer waiting demonstration display may be started at the timing when 20 seconds or one minute has elapsed after receiving the customer waiting demonstration designation command. Further, for example, the customer waiting demonstration display may be started immediately upon reception of the customer waiting demonstration designation command.

  Following the process of S658, or when the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed (S654; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there has been a menu switching operation (S659). The menu switching operation is, for example, a push-down operation of the push button 31B that can be accepted during the customer waiting demonstration display, and the effect control CPU 120 performs the menu switching operation when an operation signal from the push button 31B is input. Judge that there was. The operation means that can accept the menu switching operation is arbitrary, and is not limited to the push button 31B.

  When there is a menu switching operation, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the menu mode execution flag is on (S660). If the menu mode execution flag is off (S660; No), the customer waiting demonstration display is deleted and the menu display is started (the display on the image display device 5 is changed from FIG. 17 (B) to FIG. 17 (C1)). The menu mode execution flag is set to the on state (S662). On the other hand, if the menu mode execution flag is ON (S660; Yes), the menu display is deleted and the customer waiting demonstration display is restored (the display on the image display device 5 is changed from FIG. 17C1 to FIG. 17B). ), The menu mode execution flag is cleared to an off state (S661).

  Subsequent to the processing of S662, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a volume adjustment mode selection operation has been performed (S663). Whether or not the volume adjustment mode selection operation has been performed is determined, for example, by whether or not an operation signal is input from an operation unit that receives the operation (such as the trigger button of the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B as described above). do it. When there is a volume adjustment mode selection operation (S663; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets the volume adjustment mode selection flag to the on state (S664). After execution of S653, S661, and S664, or in the case of No determination in S655, S656, S659, and S663, the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S171 of FIG. 13 as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 20, the effect control CPU 120 first determines a final stop symbol or the like to be a finalized symbol as a variable symbol display result (S321). As the processing of S321, the CPU 120 for effect control is based on variable display contents such as the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and the variable display result indicated by the variable display result notification command. The final stop symbol is determined. As an example, the variable display contents according to the combination of the fluctuation pattern and variable display result include “non-reach (loss)”, “reach (loss)”, “non-probability change (big hit)”, and “probability change (big hit)”. is there.

  When the variable display content is “non-reach (losing)”, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is not changed to the reach state, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the variable display result is “lost”. " When the variable display content is “reach (losing)”, after the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, the fixed decorative symbol of the reach lose combination is stopped and displayed, and the variable display result becomes “losing”. . When the variable display content is “non-probable change (big hit)”, the variable display result is “big hit”, and the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is the short-time state. When the variable display content is “probable change (big hit)”, the variable display result is “big win”, and the gaming state after the big hit gaming state is changed to the probable state.

  When the variable display content is “non-reach (losing)”, the production control CPU 120 uses the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R to display different (unmatched) decorative symbols as the final stop symbols. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left determined symbol that is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and stores the left determined symbol determination table that is stored and prepared in the ROM 121 in advance. By referring to this, the left determined decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the determined decorative symbols. Next, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the right determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter is extracted, and the right determined symbol determining table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121 is referred to. For example, the right determined decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. At this time, the symbol number of the right determined decorative symbol may be determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol by setting in the right determined symbol determining table or the like. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium fixed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter is extracted, and the medium fixed symbol determination table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121 is referred to. From the determined decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “medium” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined.

  When the variable display content is “reach”, the effect control CPU 120 displays the same (matching) decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R as the final stop symbols. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating random values for determining the left and right determined symbols that are updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and stores the left and right determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. By referencing or the like, among the confirmed decorative symbols, decorative symbols having the same symbol number that are stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 are displayed. decide. Further, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the medium fixed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the production random counter is extracted, and the medium fixed symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 is referred to. As a result, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “medium” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the fixed decorative symbols. Here, for example, when the confirmed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, such as when the symbol number of the middle confirmed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol, an arbitrary value (For example, “1”) may be added to or subtracted from the symbol number of the medium-decorated decorative symbol so that the finalized decorative symbol is not the jackpot combination but the reach combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-decorated decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-decorated decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. .

  When the variable display content is “non-probability change (big hit)” or “probability change (big hit)”, the effect control CPU 120 displays the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The same (matching) decorative symbol is determined as the final stop symbol. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random value for determining the jackpot determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot determined symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L on the screen of the image display device 5, etc. A decorative symbol having the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed along with 5C and 5R is determined. At this time, depending on whether the variable display content is “non-probability change (big hit)” or “probability change (big hit)”, whether or not the promotion effect during the big hit is executed, etc. It is only necessary to determine which one of the design symbol to be displayed and the probability variation symbol (for example, a design symbol that represents an odd number) is the final design symbol. In the jackpot promotion promotion, the combination of decorative symbols (non-probable variation jackpot combination) that reminds the user of the big hit but does not recall the probable state in the image display device 5 is temporarily stopped and displayed in the big hit gaming state or the big hit gaming state. This is an effect of notifying whether or not the state is surely changed at the end.

  As a specific example, when the variable display content is “non-probable change (big hit)”, a symbol to be a definite decorative symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. Further, when the variable display content is “probability change (big hit)” and it is determined not to execute the jackpot promotion effect, the one that becomes the confirmed decorative design is determined from a plurality of types of probability change designs. On the other hand, when the variable display content is “probable change (big hit)”, when it is decided to execute the promotion effect during the big hit, the one that becomes the confirmed decorative symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. Accordingly, it is only necessary to prevent the promotion effect during the big hit from being executed despite the fact that the probability variation symbols are all derived and displayed as the confirmed decorative symbols, so that the player is not distrusted.

  In this way, by determining the final stop symbol corresponding to the variable display content by the processing of S321, whether or not to control the gaming state to the big hit gaming state based on the determination result of the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game The variable display result of the decorative design related to the determination result can be determined. Further, in the process of S321, a small symbol corresponding to the confirmed decorative symbol may be determined as a display result in the variable symbol variable display.

  In the process of S321, when the variable display content is “non-probability change (big hit)” or “probability change (big hit)”, it is determined whether or not to execute a probable change promotion effect such as a re-lottery effect or a jackpot promotion effect. May be. In the redrawing effect, once the decorative symbol of the non-probable variable big hit combination consisting of the same normal symbol is displayed during variable display of the decorative symbol, it is once difficult to recognize or impossible to recognize that it is controlled to the probabilistic state, It is possible to notify that the control is changed to the probability variation state by variably displaying (revariing) the decoration symbol again and stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the probability variation big hit combination composed of the same probability variation symbol. Note that there is a case in which the control of the probability variation state is not notified when the decoration symbol of the non-probable variation big hit combination is stopped and displayed after the decoration symbol is re-variable in the re-lottery effect. If it is determined that the re-lottery effect is to be executed in the process of S321, the combination of decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped and displayed may be determined before the re-lottery effect is executed.

  Following the determination of the final stop symbol or the like in the process of S321, a change effect setting process for performing execution setting of the hold display change effect is executed (S322). In the change effect setting process, the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed when the execution condition of the hold display change effect is satisfied based on the stored contents of the hold display data storage unit. In the change effect setting process, the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed when the execution condition of the hold display change effect is satisfied based on whether or not the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed. You may do it.

  Subsequent to the process of S322, the effect control CPU 120 executes a full-screen notice effect setting process (S322A) for setting a full-screen notice effect as a predetermined notice effect. In the full-screen notice effect setting process, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (B2), a cover image such as a dark image DG is displayed over the entire display screen of the image display device 5 at the start of fluctuation, so that it is difficult to visually recognize the display mode of the decorative symbols. The execution setting of the notice effect (full screen notice effect) covering the entire screen such as the blackout effect is performed. Note that the cover image is not limited to the dark image DG or the black image, and may be an image of a predetermined color or pattern, such as a light emission mode image or a freeze mode image. Any image may be used as long as the decorative pattern display content is difficult to view or cannot be viewed. The predetermined notice effect may be a panel type (panel display format) step-up notice, a cut-in notice, a story notice, a mini-game notice, an advance notice, etc. The notice effect that is displayed on the part that can be hidden), and at least the decorative design (for example, the display form or display content of the decorative design) cannot be seen at all (the transparency is zero) and is invisible It may be a notice effect that makes it difficult to visually recognize, such as a display screen or a decorative pattern being seen through (a low transparency). In addition, the process of S322A is set as “notice effect setting process”, and other notice effects other than the above-mentioned full screen notice effect, that is, other notice effects during variable display (step-up notice, serif notice, etc.) are simultaneously determined. You may make it do.

  Following the process of S322A, a symbol notice effect setting process (S322B) is executed. In the symbol notice effect setting process, for example, as shown in FIGS. 27 (B1) and (D2), an aura (backlight) image G of a predetermined color (for example, blue, green, red, etc.) is displayed around the decorative symbol. Execution setting of the notice effect (design notice effect) is performed. The symbol notice effect is not limited to the aura display, but may be a notice related to or attached to the decorative pattern (for example, a character notice in which a character appears or a background notice in which the background display mode changes). It is good also as a notice which changes the display mode (for example, color, shape, etc.) of itself into the display mode different from a usual decoration design. For example, in the case of a character notice, a plurality of character notices having different character costumes, sizes, poses, types, and the like may be provided, or a plurality of background notices having different background display forms may be provided.

  Subsequent to the process of S322B, a symbol reverse start display setting process (S322C) is executed. In the symbol reverse direction start display setting process, for example, as shown in FIG. 27B1, for example, a specific direction (for example, forward direction (downward direction)) different from a predetermined direction (for example, forward direction (downward direction)) of the display screen of the image display device 5 at the start of the change The execution of the symbol reverse start display is performed such that the decorative symbol starts (starts fluctuation or displacement) in the reverse direction (upward direction, etc.) opposite to the forward direction. In this embodiment, the predetermined direction in which the decorative symbols are displayed in a variable (variable) manner is the downward direction, but may be an upward direction, a left direction, a right direction, an oblique direction, a forward direction, a backward direction, or the like. . Examples of the predetermined direction include a basic change direction, a direction in which identification information is mainly displaced in variable display, a change direction when there is no notice effect, a change direction that the player sees most (exclusively), The normal direction such as the fluctuation direction when the derived display is performed is included. In addition, the specific direction is the reverse direction (upward direction), but may be a direction other than the upward direction and different from the forward direction (for example, left direction, right direction, diagonal direction, forward direction, backward direction, etc.). In FIG. 20, the full screen notice effect setting process (S322A), the symbol notice effect setting process (S322B), and the symbol reverse start display setting process (S322C) are executed in this order, but in an order other than this order. There may be.

  Subsequent to the process of S322C, a symbol notice effect timing adjustment process (S322D) is executed. In the symbol notice effect timing adjustment process, when there is no full screen notice effect, the symbol notice effect timing is set at the start of fluctuation as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 26B, adjustment is performed such that the symbol notice effect timing is changed after the full screen notice execution period.

  Following the process of S322D, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (S323). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects any one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special-figure change effect control patterns) corresponding to the change pattern indicated by the change pattern designation command and uses it as the use pattern. set. Further, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (display change effect control patterns) corresponding to the execution setting of the hold display change effect by the change effect setting process of S322, and uses pattern Set as.

  Subsequent to the process of S323, for example, an initial value of an effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control timer setting unit) of the RAM 122 is set corresponding to the change pattern specified by the change pattern specifying command ( S324). Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative design or the like on the screen of the image display device 5 is performed (S325). At this time, for example, a display control command designated by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (special-fluctuation effect control pattern) determined in the process of S323 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. Thus, the variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5.

  Also, in the process of S325, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative symbol and starting the variation of the small symbol in the small symbol display area 5V is performed. Thus, in the small symbol display area 5V, when the decorative symbol variable display is started in synchronization with each of the special symbol game using the first special symbol and the special symbol game using the second special symbol. The variable display of symbols can also be started. In the small symbol display area 5V, a small symbol (first small symbol) whose variable display is started in synchronization with the special symbol game using the first special symbol and a special symbol game using the second special symbol. A small symbol (second small symbol) whose variable display is started in synchronization may be arranged separately. As an example, the first small symbol that is variably displayed corresponding to the special symbol game using the first special symbol is arranged on the right side in the small symbol display area 5V, and corresponds to the special symbol game using the second special symbol. The second small symbol variably displayed may be arranged on the left side in the small symbol display area 5V. Thus, by confirming which one of the first small symbol and the second small symbol is variably displayed, which of the special game using the first special graphic and the special graphic game using the second special graphic is executed. It is only necessary for a player or the like to be able to identify whether the game is being played. When the first small symbol and the second small symbol are separately arranged, for example, based on a change start command transmitted from the main board 11, a special game using the first special graphic and the second special graphic are used. What is necessary is just to determine in which special display game variable display is started among the special figure games using. When the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the variable display of the first small symbol is started, while when the special figure game using the second special figure is started, the second special figure game is started. What is necessary is just to start the variable display of a small symbol. As described above, in the small symbol display area 5V, the effect image indicating the first small symbol that becomes the first notification information image is variably displayed in synchronization with the special symbol game using the first special symbol, and the display result is derived. The display result may be derived by performing variable display of the effect image indicating the second small symbol that becomes the second notification information image in synchronization with the special game using the second special figure.

  After the process of S325 is executed, the first hold display of the first hold display unit 5HR, the second hold display of the second hold display unit 5HL, etc. are updated in response to the start of variable display of decorative symbols. To make the setting (S326). For example, when the special figure game using the first special figure is executed (started), the display part corresponding to the hold number “1” (the display part at the left end) is deleted in the first hold display part 5HR ( The first hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” is moved (shifted) to the left one by one. On the other hand, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed (started), the display part (the display part on the right end) corresponding to the holding number “1” is deleted in the second holding display part 5HL. (Digestion) and move (shift) the second hold display in the display parts corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” one by one in the right direction. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (S327), and the variable display start setting process ends.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S322A of FIG. 20 as the full-screen notice effect setting process. In the full-screen notice effect setting process shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether it is a super reach change pattern or a non-reach change pattern based on the change pattern indicated in the change pattern designation command from the main board 11. Determine (S501). If it is determined that the pattern is a super-reach variation pattern or a non-reach variation pattern (S501; Yes), the presence / absence of a full-screen notice effect is determined (S502).

  Specifically, in the process of S502, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number for determining the full screen notice, and uses the extracted numerical data and the full screen notice determination table shown in FIG. To determine whether to execute the full screen notice effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 21B, in the case of a non-reach variation pattern, “no execution” is determined with a probability of 90% and “execution” is determined with a probability of 10%. Is determined with a probability of 60% for “no execution” and 40% for “execution”. In the case of a super reach variation pattern, “no execution” is 30% and “execution” is 70%. Determined by probability. In the case of a big hit, the full-screen notice effect is easier to be executed than in the case of a loss, so that the full-screen notice effect can be expected to be a big hit, and the fun of the game is improved. The super reach variation pattern may include a variation pattern having pseudo continuous variation as shown in FIG. For example, the determination ratio may be such that the higher the number of pseudo continuous fluctuations, the higher the degree of expectation. What is necessary is just to set so that a determination ratio may differ according to whether it is a big hit and the frequency | count of a pseudo | simulation variation.

  After execution of the process of S502, it is determined whether or not there is a full screen notice effect (S503). If it is determined that there is a full-screen notice effect (S503; Yes), the full-screen notice flag is set to the on state (S504). After executing the process of S504, the forward (downward) variation start timing of the decorative symbol is changed to the second timing (timing T03) after the end of the full screen notice effect (S505). For example, as shown in FIGS. 26B and 28B, when there is a symbol reverse start display (reverse fluctuation) at the start of fluctuation, the start timing of the forward fluctuation is the timing T01 (first timing). Instead, the timing is changed to timing T03 (second timing) after the end of the full screen notice effect. In addition, as shown in FIG. 30B, when there is no symbol reverse start display (reverse fluctuation) at the start of the fluctuation, the start timing of the forward fluctuation is the timing T03 (second timing) after the end of the full screen notice effect. ).

  If it is determined in S501 that the pattern is neither a super-reach variation pattern nor a non-reach variation pattern (S501; No), if there is no full-screen notice effect in S503, or after the processing in S505, The screen preview effect setting process ends.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in S322B of FIG. 20 as the symbol notice effect setting processing. In the symbol notice effect setting process shown in FIG. 22, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the pattern is a super reach change pattern or a non-reach change pattern based on the change pattern indicated in the change pattern designation command from the main board 11. (S511). If it is determined that the pattern is a super-reach variation pattern or a non-reach variation pattern (S511; Yes), the presence / absence of a symbol notice effect is determined (S512).

  Specifically, in the process of S512, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating the random number for determining the symbol advance notice, and uses the extracted numerical data and the symbol advance notice determining table shown in FIG. Then, it is determined whether or not to execute the symbol notice effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 22B, in the case of a non-reach variation pattern, “no execution” is determined with a probability of 90% and “execution” is determined with a probability of 10%. Is determined with a probability of 60% for “no execution” and 40% for “execution”. In the case of a super reach variation pattern, “no execution” is 30% and “execution” is 70%. Determined by probability. In the case of a big hit, the symbol notice effect is easier to be executed than in the case of losing, and it is possible to have a big hit expectation for the symbol notice effect, thereby improving the interest of the game. The super reach variation pattern may include a variation pattern having pseudo continuous variation as shown in FIG. For example, the determination ratio may be such that the higher the number of pseudo continuous fluctuations, the higher the degree of expectation. What is necessary is just to set so that a determination ratio may differ according to whether it is a big hit and the frequency | count of a pseudo | simulation variation.

  After execution of the process of S512, it is determined whether or not the symbol notice effect has been determined (S513). When it is determined that the symbol notice effect is present (S513; Yes), the symbol notice flag is set to the on state (S514). After executing the process of S514, the type of symbol notice is determined (S515).

  Specifically, in the process of S515, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating the random number for determining the symbol advancement effect type, and also includes the extracted numerical data and the symbol notification effect type determination table shown in FIG. Are used to determine the type of symbol notice effect, that is, the color of the aura of the decorative symbol (color of the aura image G). For example, as shown in FIG. 22C, in the case of the non-reach variation pattern, “blue” is determined, and in the case of the super reach (loss) variation pattern, “blue” is 50% and “green” is 40%. % And “red” are determined with a probability of 10%, and in the case of a super reach variation pattern, “blue” is determined with a probability of 10%, “green” is determined with a probability of 30%, and “red” is determined with a probability of 60%. The The expectation level of the jackpot is larger in the order of blue <green <red, and the expectation of the jackpot can be expected for the type of symbol notice effect (difference in the color of the aura). Can improve the fun of the game. Note that “red” in the case of the super reach (loss) variation pattern shown in FIG. 22C may be set to 0%. In this case, the “red” of the aura can be used as a premium symbol advance notice that the jackpot is confirmed.

  If it is determined in S511 that the pattern is neither a super-reach variation pattern nor a non-reach variation pattern (S511; No), if there is no symbol announcement effect in S513, or after executing the processing of S515, The effect setting process ends.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S322C in FIG. 20 as the symbol reverse start display setting process. In the symbol reverse start display setting process shown in FIG. 23, the effect control CPU 120 is a super reach variation pattern or a non-reach variation pattern based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command from the main board 11. Is determined (S521). If it is determined that the pattern is a super-reach variation pattern or a non-reach variation pattern (S521; Yes), the presence / absence of a symbol reverse start display is determined (S522).

  Specifically, in the process of S522, the CPU 120 for effect control extracts numerical data indicating the random number for determining the symbol reverse direction start display, and determines the extracted numerical data and the symbol reverse direction start display shown in FIG. Whether or not to execute the symbol reverse start display is determined using the table. For example, as shown in FIG. 23B, in the case of a non-reach fluctuation pattern, “no execution” is determined with a probability of 90%, and “execution” is determined with a probability of 10%, and a super reach (loss) fluctuation pattern. Is determined with a probability of 60% for “no execution” and 40% for “execution”. In the case of a super reach variation pattern, “no execution” is 30% and “execution” is 70%. Determined by probability. In the case of a big hit, the symbol reverse start display is easier to be executed than in the case of a loss, and the symbol reverse direction start display can be expected to have a big hit, improving the fun of the game.

  After execution of the process of S522, it is determined whether or not the symbol reverse start display is determined to be present (S523). If it is determined that there is a symbol reverse start display (S523; Yes), symbol reverse start display control setting is performed (S524). For example, as shown in FIGS. 26 (A) and 26 (B), a display for executing the reverse variation of the decorative symbol in the reverse variation period (that is, the period from the timing T01 at the start of the variation to the reverse variation end timing T03). Perform control settings. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no symbol reverse start display (S523; No), it is determined whether or not the full-screen notice flag is on (S525).

  If the all-screen notice flag is on (S525; Yes), it is set to the symbol swing during the whole symbol notice effect period (S526). As shown in FIG. 30B, during the all symbols notice effect period (the period from the fluctuation start timing T01 to the full screen notice pay timing T03), the display setting is set so that the decorative symbols swing horizontally in the reference position Ref. Is done. The swing of the decorative pattern is hidden by the blackout effect (full screen notice) shown in FIGS. 31 (B2) and 31 (B3) and cannot be visually recognized by the player. When the period of the full screen notice effect is shorter than the period from the start of the change of the symbol to the start of the forward change, the swing of the decorative pattern can be visually recognized in the period of the timing T11 to T12 and the period of the timing T13 to T14. It becomes. On the other hand, if the full-screen notice flag is not on (S525; No), as shown in FIG. 30A, the forward change start timing of the decorative symbol is set to the change start timing T01 (first timing). (S527).

  When it is determined in S521 that the pattern is neither a super reach variation pattern nor a non-reach variation pattern (S521; No), or after execution of the processing of S524, S526, and S527, the symbol reverse start display setting processing is terminated. .

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S322D of FIG. 20 as the symbol notice effect timing adjustment process. In the symbol notice effect timing adjustment process shown in FIG. 24, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the symbol notice flag is on (S531). If the symbol notice flag is on (S531; Yes), it is determined whether or not the full screen notice flag is on (S532). If the full screen notice flag is on (S532; Yes), the symbol notice effect is set after the end of the full screen notice effect period (S533). On the other hand, if the full screen notice flag is off (S532; No), the symbol notice effect is set at the start of the fluctuation (S534). When the symbol notice flag is off in S531 (S531; No), or after executing the processing of S533 and S534, the symbol notice effect timing adjustment process is terminated.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in S172 of FIG. 13 as variable display effect processing. In the variable display effect process shown in FIG. 25, it is first determined whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer (S341). As an example, in the process of S341, when the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted) and an end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value, etc. It may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

  If the variable display time has not elapsed in S341 (S341; No), it is determined whether or not it is the hold display change effect period for executing the hold display change effect (S342). The hold display change effect period may be determined in advance in, for example, the effect control pattern (display change effect control pattern) determined in the process of S323 shown in FIG. If it is the hold display change effect period (S342; Yes), control for executing the hold display change effect is performed (S343). In the process of S343, various commands created based on the setting of the display change effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the sound control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. Accordingly, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are turned on, blinked, or turned off. Alternatively, it is only necessary to execute a hold display change effect by a predetermined effect device by combining some or all of these.

  In addition, the display of the effect image showing the character (change effect character) in the hold display change common effect among the hold display change effects is started by executing the process of S603 shown in FIG. Display control during variable display or symbol determination is performed by executing the process of S609, and the display is ended by executing the process of S605. Therefore, in the process of S343, display control related to the change effect character may not be performed. Alternatively, in the variable display in which the action effect in the hold display change effect is executed, the display of the change effect character is controlled in the process of S343, and in the variable display in which the action effect is not executed, the change effect character in the process of S343. The display control may not be performed.

  When it is determined in S342 that it is not the hold display change effect period (S342; No), after executing the process of S343, whether or not it is the full screen notice effect period for executing the full screen notice effect. Is determined (S344). If it is the full screen notice effect period (S344; Yes), control for executing the full screen notice effect is performed (S344A).

  When it is determined in S344 that it is not the full-screen notice effect period (S344; No), after executing the process of S344A, it is determined whether or not it is the symbol notice effect period for executing the symbol notice effect. (S344B). If it is the symbol notice effect period (S344B; Yes), control for executing the symbol notice effect is performed (S345).

  When it is determined in S344B that it is not the symbol notice effect period (S344B; No), it is a symbol reverse start display period for executing the symbol reverse start display after executing the process of S345. Is determined (S345A). When it is the symbol reverse start display period (S345A; Yes), control for executing the symbol reverse start display is performed (S345B). Further, immediately after S345, immediately after S345B, etc., other notice effects during variable display (step-up notice, serif notice, etc.) may be executed.

  When it is determined in S345A that it is not the symbol reverse start period (S345A; No), after executing the process of S345B, it is determined whether or not it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect ( S346). The reach production period may be determined in advance, for example, in the production control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. When it is determined in S346 that it is the reach production period (S346; Yes), control for executing the reach production is performed (S347).

  When it is determined in S346 that it is not the reach effect period (S346; No), after executing the process of S347, the effect control CPU 120, for example, sets in the effect control pattern determined corresponding to the variation pattern Based on the above, control for executing effects during variable display including variable display operation of decorative symbols is performed (S348).

  If the variable display time has elapsed in S341 (S341; Yes), it is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (S349). At this time, if there is no reception of the symbol confirmation command (S349; No), the variable display effect processing is terminated and the apparatus waits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation command normally. You may make it do.

  When the symbol confirmation command is received in S349 (S349; Yes), for example, the display result in the variable symbol display such as transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The final stop symbol (definite decorative symbol) is derived and displayed (S350). Further, in the process of S350, the final stop symbol in the variable display of the decorative symbols is derived and displayed, and the small symbol variation end control for ending the variation of the small symbols in the small symbol display area 5V is performed. In this small symbol variation end control, the small symbol corresponding to the confirmed decorative symbol determined in the process of S321 shown in FIG. 20 is stopped and displayed in the small symbol display area 5V as a display result in the variable symbol variable display. That's fine. As a result, in the small symbol display area 5V, the confirmed decorative symbol that is the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is synchronized with each of the special symbol game using the first special symbol and the special symbol game using the second symbol. When the variable display is terminated after being derived, the variable display of the small symbols can also be ended. At this time, a predetermined time is set as the waiting start designation command reception waiting time (S351). In the process of S351A, the full-screen notice flag and the symbol notice flag are reset to the off state (S351A). Also, after the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (S352), the effect process during variable display is ended.

  For example, in the process of S348 shown in FIG. 25, the display control in the small symbol display area 5V is performed so that the small symbols are always variably displayed in a constant variation mode regardless of the variable display state of the decorative symbols. You can do it. For example, when the decorative symbol variable display state becomes a reach state or when a variable display effect such as “pseudo-continuous” is executed, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C Even when the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed partially or entirely in 5R, the small symbols are not temporarily stopped and displayed in the small symbol display area 5V, and the variable display continuously fluctuates at a constant speed. Can be done.

  Hereinafter, an example of specific control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, after a game ball driven into the game area passes through (enters) the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, a start winning such as the first starting winning or the second starting winning occurs. Based on the establishment of the start condition that permits the start of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, the variable symbol special symbol display is started in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. The On the screen of the image display device 5, variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols is performed in synchronization with variable display of special symbols.

  When the first start condition is established based on the occurrence of the first start winning due to the game ball passing (entering) the first start winning opening, the processing of S203 and S207 shown in FIG. 1 is added to the number stored in the first special figure hold. When the second start condition is established based on the occurrence of the second start winning due to the game ball passing (entering) the second start winning opening, the processing of S206 and S207 shown in FIG. 1 is added to the number of second special figure storage. At this time, numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted by the processing of S209. In S212, the winning random number determination process as shown in FIG. 5 is executed to determine the variable display contents such as whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and the winning determination result is determined. A winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  Then, it is determined whether or not an effect control command transmitted at the time of starting winning including the winning determination result command has been received. If it is determined that a command has been received, the presence / absence or type of the pending display change effect is determined based on the specified winning determination result. If it is decided to execute the hold display change effect, whether or not there is a display change is determined. When it is determined that there is a display change, a hold display change pattern is determined, and when it is determined that there is no display change, a change effect timing pattern is determined. The determination results of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern are stored in association with the hold number in the hold display data storage unit.

  In S602 shown in FIG. 14, it is determined whether or not there is a setting for executing a change effect such as a hold display change effect based on the stored contents in the hold display data storage unit. If it is determined that there is a setting, the display of the effect image indicating the character (change effect character) is started by the display start control in S603. The effect image indicating the change effect character can be continuously displayed over a plurality of variable displays until it is determined in S604 that the display end timing is reached. When each variable display is started, it is determined in S606 that a change start command has been received, so that the control start setting in S607 is performed, and the display mode of the effect image indicating the change effect character is the decorative pattern. The action mode corresponds to the variable display (during change). On the other hand, when the display result in each variable display is derived, it is determined in S608 that the symbol confirmation command has been received, so that the control start setting in S609 is performed, and the effect image showing the change effect character The display mode is a static mode corresponding to the fixed display of the decorative symbol. In this way, during the period in which the display result of the effect image indicating the decorative design that is the identification information image is derived, the display mode of the effect image indicating the character can be set to the stationary mode.

  When variable display of a special game or decorative design is started based on the establishment of the start condition, a variation pattern setting process as shown in FIG. 9 is executed in S111 shown in FIG. A variation pattern designation command that determines any one of them and indicates the determined variation pattern is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In S321 shown in FIG. 20, when the final stop symbol or the like is determined based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, and subsequently in the change effect setting process in S322, it is determined that it is the hold display change timing. Is set to execute the hold display change effect. Subsequently, in the full-screen notice effect setting process of S322A, the presence / absence of the full-screen notice effect is determined, and when it is determined that the full-screen notice effect is present, execution setting of the full-screen notice effect is performed. Subsequently, in the symbol notification effect setting process of S322B, the presence / absence of the symbol notice effect is determined, and when the symbol notice effect is determined to be present, execution setting of the symbol notice effect is performed. Subsequently, in the symbol reverse start display setting process of S322C, the presence / absence of the symbol reverse start display is determined, and when the symbol reverse start display is determined to be present, execution setting of the symbol reverse start display is performed. Subsequently, in the symbol notice effect timing adjustment process of S322D, the adjustment setting of the symbol notice effect timing is performed. Then, in S172 shown in FIG. 25, the decorative symbol is variably displayed (variable display) based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, and the final stop symbol that is the variable symbol display result is confirmed. The decoration symbol is completely stopped (derived display). In each effect period during the variable display, a full screen notice effect, a symbol notice effect, a symbol reverse start display, a reach effect, and the like can be executed.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 26 and FIG. 27, an example in the case where the symbol change effect and the reverse variation in the case of the presence or absence of the full screen notice effect are displayed will be described. FIG. 26 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation of the decorative pattern and each notice effect, etc. (A) shows that there is no execution of the full screen notice effect, and (B) shows the case where the full screen notice effect is executed. . FIG. 27 shows an effect execution example in the case shown in FIG. 26 in the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 27 (A) and (B1) to (E1) are examples of performance execution in the case of FIG. 26 (A), and FIGS. 27 (A) and (B2) to (E2) are illustrated in FIG. It is an example of performance execution in the case of B).

  As shown in FIG. 26 (A), in the decorative symbol variation display, the reverse variation of all decorative symbols is started at the start of the variation (timing T01), and the reverse variation ends (timing T03). When the variation of the decorative pattern in the forward direction is started, the variation becomes high-speed variation, and thereafter, the variation of the decorative symbols on the left and right is decelerated to reach the reach display mode (reach establishment), and the reach effect is executed. In addition, regarding each notice effect, in FIG. 26A, it is determined that the full screen notice effect is not executed, and at the timing T01, the decorative symbol reverse start display and the symbol notice effect are started. . The symbol notice effect ends at timing T02, and the reverse direction change ends at timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction change (timing T03), the decorative pattern starts to change in the forward direction. As shown in FIG. 27 (A), the effect execution example at this time is shown in FIG. 27 (B1) in order from the state in which the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display. A reverse (upward) direction change opposite to the direction (downward) is started, and a symbol notice effect as shown in FIG. 27 (B1), that is, a predetermined color (for example, blue, green) around the decorative symbol , Red, etc.), a notice effect in which an aura (afterglow) image G is displayed is also started. Then, at the end of the reverse direction change (timing T03) shown in FIG. 26 (A), the reverse change of the decorative pattern is stopped as shown in FIG. 27 (C1), and the decorative form is shown as shown in FIG. 27 (D1). The variation of the symbol in the forward direction is started, and the decorative symbol is displayed in a variation in the forward direction beyond the reference position Ref shown in FIG. 27 (E1).

  On the other hand, in FIG. 26B, since the execution of the full-screen notice effect is determined to be performed, the symbol notice effect is changed from the timing T01 as the initial value to the timing T03. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, a full screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 27 (B2), and is included in the full screen notice effect as shown in FIG. 27 (C2). A notification image such as “Chance!” Is displayed, and after the end of the full screen notice effect in FIG. 27 (C2), that is, when the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started as shown in FIG. It has been changed to start the notice effect. That is, the start of the symbol notice effect is changed after the end of the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIG. 27 (D2), not at the start of the fluctuation shown in FIG. 27 (B1). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the symbol notice effect from being hidden by the full screen notice effect. In addition, although the reverse start display of the decorative design is executed without change, it is hidden behind the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIGS. 27 (B2) and (C2). can not see. In addition, the notification image illustrated in FIG. 27C2 is included in the full-screen notification effect, but may be a notification that is executed separately from the full-screen notification effect, or the notification image may not be displayed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 27 (D2), the design notice effect is started before the decorative symbol reaches the reference position Ref, but the decorative symbol has returned to the reference position Ref as indicated by a dashed line arrow. The symbol notice effect may be executed. In addition, the execution period of the symbol notice effect is shorter than the backward fluctuation execution period as shown in FIG. 26A, but may be the same as or longer than the backward fluctuation execution period. The same applies to the case where the start is changed to the timing T03 as shown in FIG.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 28 and FIG. 29, an example will be described in which the symbol change effect is not displayed and the reverse variation is displayed in the case of the presence or absence of the full screen notice effect. FIG. 28 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation of the decorative symbol and each notice effect, etc. In FIG. 28A, when the symbol change effect and the full screen notice effect are not executed, the reverse change is executed. Shows a case where there is no execution of the symbol notice effect and reverse variation is executed with the full screen notice effect. FIG. 29 shows an effect execution example in the case shown in FIG. 28 in the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 29 (A), (B1), (C1), (D), and (E) are examples of performance execution in the case of FIG. 28 (A), FIGS. 29 (A), (B2), ( C2), (D), and (E) are examples of performance execution in the case of FIG.

  The decorative symbol variation display shown in FIG. 28A is the same as that shown in FIG. Further, regarding each notice effect, in FIG. 28A, it is determined that the full screen notice effect and the symbol notice effect are not executed, and at the timing T01, the reverse start display of the decorative symbol is started. The direction change ends at timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction change (timing T03), the decorative pattern starts to change in the forward direction. Looking at an example of the performance at this time, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, as shown in FIG. 29 (B1). Reverse direction (upward) fluctuation opposite to the direction (downward) is started, and at the end of reverse direction fluctuation (timing T03) shown in FIG. 28 (A), decoration is performed as shown in FIG. 29 (C1). The reverse design of the symbol stops, and the variation in the forward direction of the decorative symbol is started as shown in FIG. 29 (D1), and the decorative symbol is displayed in the forward direction in excess of the reference position Ref shown in FIG. 29 (E1). It will be done.

  On the other hand, in FIG. 28B, it is determined that the symbol notice effect is not executed, and the full screen notice effect and the reverse direction change are determined to be executed. Starts at the start of fluctuation (timing T01) and ends at timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction change (timing T03), the decorative pattern starts to change in the forward direction. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, a full screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 29 (B2), and is included in the full screen notice effect as shown in FIG. 29 (C2). A notification image such as “Chance!” Is displayed, and after the full-screen notice effect in FIG. 29 (C2) ends, that is, as shown in FIG. In addition, although the reverse start display of the decorative pattern is executed, it is hidden behind the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIGS. 29 (B2) and (C2). I can't see the change. In addition, the notification image shown in FIG. 29C2 is included in the full-screen notice effect, but may be a notice that is executed separately from the full-screen notice effect, or the notification image may not be displayed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 29 (D), the fluctuating display in the forward direction can be visually recognized before the decorative symbol reaches the reference position Ref. The change display in the forward direction from the returned state may be visible.

  Here, with reference to FIGS. 30 and 31, an example will be described in which the symbol change effect is executed in the case where the reverse direction change is not executed and there is a full screen notice effect. FIG. 30 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation of the decorative pattern and each notice effect, etc. In FIG. The case where there is execution of the full screen notice effect and the symbol notice effect is shown. FIG. 31 shows an effect execution example in the case shown in FIG. 30 in the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 31 (A) and (B1) are examples of performance execution in the case of FIG. 30 (A), and FIGS. 31 (A), (B2), (C2), and (D2) are FIG. It is an example of performance execution in the case of B).

  The decorative symbol variation display shown in FIG. 30A is the same as that shown in FIG. Further, regarding each notice effect, in FIG. 30A, it is determined that the full screen notice effect and the reverse variation of the decorative symbol are not executed, and the symbol notice effect at the start of the change (timing T01). Is started. The symbol notice effect ends at the subsequent timing T02. Note that the forward variation of the decorative pattern is also started at the start of the variation (timing T01). Looking at the effect execution example at this time, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, as shown in FIG. 31 (B1). The change to the direction (downward) is started, and the symbol notice effect as shown in FIG. 31 (B1), that is, the aura of the predetermined color (for example, blue, green, red, etc.) around the decorative symbol (rear) The notice effect that the image G of light is displayed is also started.

  On the other hand, in FIG. 30B, since it is determined that the symbol notice effect and the full screen notice effect are to be executed, the symbol notice effect is changed from timing T01 as an initial value to timing T03. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 31 (B2), and is included in the full screen notice effect as shown in FIG. 31 (C2). A notification image such as “Chance!” Is displayed, and after the end of the full-screen notice effect in FIG. 31 (C2), that is, when the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started as shown in FIG. 31 (D2). It has been changed to start the notice effect. That is, the start of the symbol notice effect is changed after the end of the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIG. 31 (D2), not at the start of fluctuation shown in FIG. 31 (B1). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the symbol notice effect from being hidden by the full screen notice effect. In addition, as shown in FIG. 30 (B), since it is determined that the symbol notice effect and the full screen notice effect are executed, and it is determined that the decorative symbol is not changed in the reverse direction, FIG. 31 (B2), ( During the execution period of the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in C2), the decorative symbols are swung as shown in FIG. 30B, but are hidden behind the full screen notice effect. Therefore, the player cannot see the swing of the decorative symbols. The start of the change in the forward direction of the decorative symbol is changed after the end of the execution period of all the symbol notice effects. Further, the notification image shown in FIG. 31 (C2) is included in the full-screen notice effect, but it may be a notice that is executed separately from the full-screen notice effect, or the notification image may not be displayed.

  Here, an example in which the adjustment result image R is displayed during a predetermined effect will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 32 shows an effect execution example when the display of the operation promotion image P and a predetermined cut-in effect are included in the super reach variation pattern.

  When the decorative symbol variable display (variation) is executed and the decorative symbol variable display state becomes the reach state as shown in FIG. 32A, a predetermined reach effect in the normal reach is executed, and thereafter, FIG. The development notification image to the super reach is performed by displaying on the image display device 5 the development notification image as shown in FIG. When the player performs an adjustment operation during the change, the adjustment result image R is displayed at the lower right corner of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 32B (corresponding to S710 in FIG. 16).

  Following such development notification, the operation promotion image P is displayed during the execution of the reach effect in the super reach as shown in FIG. 32C (start of the operation promotion display). And if operation by push button 31B is made, as shown to FIG. 32 (D), a predetermined cut-in effect will be performed. Note that, when the operation with the push button 31B is not performed during the display period of the operation promotion image P, the cut-in effect is not executed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 32E, for example, the final stop symbol of the jackpot combination is derived and displayed.

  Until the predetermined period T1 elapses after the adjustment operation is performed, the adjustment result image R remains displayed on the image display device 5 as shown in FIGS. In this case, the adjustment result image R is displayed at a position that does not overlap with the development notification image or the operation promotion image P (an example of the specific effect image). However, in the variable display result derivation period T2, the adjustment result image R is erased (corresponding to S712) as shown in FIG. 32E even if the predetermined period T1 has not elapsed. Thereby, it is possible to suppress a reduction in the recognizability of the variable display result derived and displayed.

  In the change effect character display process shown in FIG. 14, when it is determined in S601 that the character is not being displayed, it is determined in S602 whether there is a setting for executing the change effect. At this time, when it is determined that there is a setting for executing the change effect based on the stored content of the hold display data storage unit, the process of S603 is executed. Thereby, for example, the effect image of the character CH1 shown in FIG. 15B is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5.

  After that, for example, an on-hold display change common effect including an effect on the effect image of the character CH1 shown in FIG. . Subsequently, a hold display change effect according to the presence / absence of the display change and the determination result of the hold display change pattern is executed. For example, when “display change is present” is determined in the display change presence / absence determination process (not shown) and the first hold display change pattern is determined in the hold display change pattern determination process (not shown), As a display mode of the hold display, a hold display change success effect in which the display color changes to blue among the specific colors is executed. On the other hand, when “no display change” is determined in the display change presence / absence determination process (not shown), a hold display change failure effect (hold change change effect) in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is executed. The

  Even when a finalized decorative symbol that is a display result in the decorative symbol variable display is derived, the effect image indicating the character CH1 continues until the display end timing is determined in the process of S604 shown in FIG. Is displayed. At this time, if it is determined in step S608 that a symbol confirmation command has been received, step S609 is executed. Thereby, in the period when the definitive decorative symbol is derived, the display mode of the effect image indicating the character CH1 becomes the static mode. Subsequently, when variable display of a special symbol or a decorative symbol is started based on the fact that the number of reserved memories is other than “0”, it is determined that a change start command has been received in the process of S606 shown in FIG. As a result, the process of S607 is executed. Thereby, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode triggered by the reception of the change start command that becomes the display control information that can specify that the variable display is started.

  In the period in which the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and the small symbol is stopped and displayed, and the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol and the small symbol is derived, the effect indicating the character CH1 as the change effect character The display mode of the image is a static mode. With the setting of the display layer as shown in FIG. 15B, the effect image showing the character CH1 can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side as seen from the player than the effect image showing the decoration design. It is displayed with priority over the effect image shown. By making the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 arranged at a position overlapping the front side of the effect image showing such a decorative design as a stationary mode, the player can display the decorative design in a variable display. It is possible to clearly recognize that the result has been derived, and to prevent misrecognition of the display result.

  As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the full-screen notice effect (predetermined notice effect) is executed, FIG. 26 (B), FIG. 28 (B), and FIG. 30 (B). As shown, since the variable display starts in the forward direction (predetermined direction) of the decorative symbol (identification information) after the execution period of the full-screen preview effect (e.g., timing T03), the movement of the decorative symbol can be understood. It can be prevented from becoming difficult. Thereby, the interest of a game can be improved.

  The predetermined direction in which the decorative design (identification information) is variably displayed is a normal direction (a forward direction such as a downward direction). For example, the normal direction (forward direction) includes a basic change direction for variable display (fluctuation display) of decorative symbols, a direction in which identification information is mainly displaced in variable display, a change direction when there is no notice effect, a game The direction of change that the person most looks at (exclusively), the direction of change when the derived display is performed, and the like are included. That is, it is possible to prevent the movement of the decorative symbol (identification information) in the normal direction (forward direction) from becoming difficult to understand in variable display.

  In addition, the full-screen notice effect (predetermined notice effect) is an effect suggesting an expectation level that is in an advantageous state, so that the expectation of the game can be increased by the notice effect. Further, after the execution period of the full-screen notice effect (predetermined notice effect) elapses (for example, timing T03 shown in FIGS. 26B, 28B, and 30B), a decorative symbol (identification information) is displayed. ) Starts in a predetermined direction (variable display), so that it is possible to prevent the movement of the decorative design (identification information) from becoming difficult to understand.

  Further, the image display device 5 (variable display means) displays the decorative pattern (identification information) in a specific direction (for example, the reverse direction shown in FIGS. 27B1 and 29B1) different from a predetermined direction (for example, the forward direction). Etc.) can be variably displayed, so that the direction of the variable display is diversified and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 26B and 28B, the image display device 5 (variable display means) has a decorative pattern (identification information) at least during the execution period of the full screen notice effect (predetermined notice effect). Since the identification information is variably displayed in the specific direction, the identification information can be variably displayed in the reverse direction (specific direction) and then variably displayed in the forward direction (predetermined direction) different from the reverse direction. Can be used as a preparation effect (or preparation pattern) for variable display in the forward direction (predetermined direction). In particular, when the specific direction is the reverse direction of the predetermined direction as in the present embodiment, the variable direction can be variably displayed in the reverse direction (specific direction), and then the force can be variably displayed in the predetermined direction. Can provide a variable display. Thereby, the interest of a game can be improved.

  In addition, at the start of variable display in a predetermined direction (forward direction), as shown in FIG. 27 (B1) and FIG. 31 (B1), a symbol notice effect (identification information notice) is executed to improve the interest of the game. it can. In addition, since a plurality of symbol notice effects are provided (for example, blue, green, and red aura display shown in FIG. 22C), a plurality of symbol notice effects can be executed, and the entertainment of the game can be further improved.

  In addition, when the symbol notice effect (identification information notice) and the full screen notice effect (predetermined notice effect) are executed, after the end of the full screen notice effect (for example, as shown in FIGS. 26B and 30B). As shown in FIG. 27 (D2) and FIG. 31 (D2), the symbol preview effect is executed at the timing T03), so that the symbol preview effect and the full screen preview are prevented from being executed at the same time. it can. As a result, it is possible to prevent the symbol advance notice effect from becoming unrecognizable or difficult to view due to all the design advance notice effects. In other words, the recognizability of the symbol notice effect can be improved, for example, the player can clearly recognize the symbol notice effect.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 described above includes adjustment means realized by the effect control CPU 120 in cooperation with each unit, and adjustment image display means. The adjustment means can adjust the effect in accordance with the adjustment operation (adjustment operation) by the player at least during execution of the variable display. The adjustment image display means can adjust the adjustment result image R () corresponding to the adjustment by the adjustment means. An example of the adjustment image is displayed for a predetermined period T1. Then, when the variable display result is derived and displayed within the predetermined period T1, the adjustment image display means makes the adjustment result image R not visible during the variable display result derived display period T2 during the predetermined period T1. Since it did in this way, the fall of the recognition property of the variable display result derived | led-out displayed can be suppressed.

  In addition, although the example which can adjust a sound volume was demonstrated above, the display effect etc. of the image display apparatus 5 etc. may be sufficient as the presentation effect which can be adjusted as mentioned above. Further, the adjustable effect may be at least one of volume and brightness (that is, both volume and brightness may be adjustable). The adjustment image may be displayed not only when the volume is changed by the adjustment operation, but also when the volume is not changed. Further, the adjustment image display means not only makes the adjustment image invisible in the derivation display period T2, but also displays the adjustment image in a translucent manner or blinking in the derivation display period T2. It may be difficult to view. Even in this case, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of the variable display result derived and displayed. In this case, for example, a process of displaying the adjustment result image in a difficult-to-view mode is executed instead of S712 in FIG. 16, and the display is returned from the display in the difficult-to-view mode in S715. The effect effect setting process may be modified and configured such that the image is restored.

  Further, when the variable display result is derived and displayed within the predetermined period T1, the adjustment image display means cannot visually recognize or difficult to view the adjustment result image R in the variable display result derived display period T2 during the predetermined period T1. The adjustment image may be displayed at a position that does not overlap with the specific effect image such as the promotion display image P. Even in this case, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of the variable display result derived and displayed. In addition, since the adjustment image can be displayed while ensuring the visibility of the specific effect image, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of information displayed on the image display device 5. Note that the specific effect image displayed at a position that does not overlap with the adjustment image is not only the promotion display image P, the development notification image (see FIG. 32B), but also the image indicating the character CH1 or the above-described fourth design. Or an image showing a hold display.

  Further, when the variable display result is derived and displayed within the predetermined period T1, the adjustment image display means cannot visually recognize or difficult to view the adjustment result image R in the variable display result derived display period T2 during the predetermined period T1. The adjusting means may not adjust the effect related to the error notification. Even in this case, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the recognizability of the variable display result derived and displayed. In addition, the error sound and the display brightness of the error image can be kept at the specified value, so that it is possible to prevent the player or the game store clerk from noticing the occurrence of the error despite the occurrence of some error. . The effects related to error notification that the adjusting means do not adjust include not only the error volume but also the brightness (light quantity) when an error image is displayed, the brightness of a lamp (such as the game effect lamp 9) that is lit when an error occurs, and the like. It may be.

  Further, at least a part of the display area of the adjusted image may overlap with at least a part of the derived display area of the variable display result (see, for example, FIG. 17 (A1)). In this way, since the adjusted image result image that overlaps at least a part of the derived display area of the variable display result is deleted, it is possible to suppress a reduction in the visibility of the variable display result. The derived display area of the variable display result in which at least a part of the display area of the adjustment image overlaps is not limited to the decorative design display area Ar (see FIG. 17 (A1)), and the effect image showing the small design can be variably displayed. It may be a small symbol display area 5V where the display result is derived.

  Further, the error image may not be deleted even during the derivation display of the variable display result (see, for example, FIG. 17 (D2)). In this way, the visibility of the error image can be ensured.

  Further, display of an error image is prioritized over display of an adjusted image (for example, until the error control CPU 120 that has received the abnormality notification command in step S57 eliminates the error indicated by the command in FIG. 17 (D1)). , (D2) may continue to be displayed). Even in this case, the visibility of the error image can be ensured.

  When the adjustment operation is performed, the demonstration display is maintained to be visible (for example, see FIG. 17B), but when the menu display operation is performed, the demonstration display is deleted (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control is used). , S659, S660, and S662). By doing so, a demonstration display can be suitably performed.

  In addition, a specific effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the change effect character display process in S162) capable of displaying the specific effect image during the variable display of the identification information is provided, and the specific effect image is at least The identification information can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of a part of the identification information (see, for example, FIG. 15B), and the specific effect executing means can identify the identification information during a period in which a variable display result of the identification information is derived. Alternatively, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set to a static mode at a position overlapping the front side (for example, a portion where the CPU 120 for effect control executes the process of S609). In this way, misrecognition of the display result can be prevented.

  In addition, the gaming machine is smaller than the first area where the identification information image is displayed (for example, the “left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, etc.). In the region (for example, the small symbol display area 5V), the display information is variably displayed in synchronism with the variable display of the identification information image and the display result is derived (for example, the effect of executing the processes of S325 and S350) A control CPU 120 or the like). In such a configuration, misrecognition of the display result can be prevented.

  Also, information output means (for example, the process of S266) that outputs display control information (for example, a first change start command, a second change start command, etc.) that can specify that variable display is started according to the determination result of the decision means. And the effect executing means may set the display mode of the specific effect image to a non-stationary mode (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control executes the processing of S607). Part). By doing so, it is possible to prevent misrecognition of the display result while suppressing the uncomfortable feeling of the specific performance.

  Further, the specific effect image can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of at least a part of the identification information image (see, for example, FIG. 15B), and the specific effect execution means includes the identification information. In a period in which an image display result is derived, the display mode of the specific effect image may be a temporary stop mode at a position overlapping the front side of the identification information image. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the production while preventing misperception of the display result.

  Further, the period during which the adjustment image is not visually recognized or difficult to visually recognize is not limited to the derivation display period T2 of the variable display result. The adjustment image may be invisible or difficult to view during a reach action (for example, during full rotation). In other words, the period during which the adjustment image is not visually recognized may be a predetermined period during which the target to be recognized by the player is notified. Further, the adjustment image may be displayed at a position where it is superimposed on a specific effect image such as the promotion display image P. Further, the effect related to error notification may be adjustable by the adjusting means. In addition, the display area of the adjustment image may not overlap with the derived display area of the variable display result.

  The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not have all the technical features shown in the above embodiment, and is shown in the above embodiment so that at least one problem in the prior art can be solved. A part of the configuration may be provided.

(Modification 1)
In the above embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 26 (B) and 28 (B), the execution period of the full screen notice effect and the execution period of the reverse direction change completely coincide, that is, the full screen notice. Although the effect and the backward direction change start at the same timing and end at the same time, as shown in FIG. 33, the execution period of the full screen notice effect may be shorter than the reverse direction change period. In FIG. 33, the reverse direction fluctuation starts at the timing of the fluctuation start (that is, timing T11) and ends at timing T14. In contrast, the full screen notice effect starts at timing T12 later than timing T11 and ends at timing T13 before timing T14. According to the first modification, it is possible to visually recognize the variation (variable display) in the reverse direction (upward direction) of the decorative symbols in the period from the timing T11 to T12 and the period from the timing T13 to T14. The change in the reverse direction (upward direction) of the decorative symbol may be visible only in either one of the period of timing T11 to T12 or the period of timing T13 to T14.

(Modification 2)
In the above embodiment, the variation in the reverse direction of the decorative symbol is assumed to vary in the reverse direction by about one decorative symbol as shown in FIG. 27 (C1). In this way, the type of symbol reverse start display can be selected. Specifically, in the second modification, as shown in FIG. 34 (A), there is a process (S523A) for determining the type of symbol reverse starting, and a plurality of types (for example, as shown in FIG. 34 (B)). 3 types of “small”, “medium”, and “large”). In the “small” type, the decorative symbol is changed back by one, in the “medium” type, the decorative symbol is changed back by two, and in the “large” type, the decorative symbol is changed back by three. By the process of S523A, one type of reverse direction fluctuation is selected from these three types. Specifically, in the process of S523A, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number for design reverse direction start display type determination, and the extracted numerical data and the reverse design start display shown in FIG. 34 (B). Using the type determination table, the type of the symbol reverse start display, that is, the mode of the reverse direction variation of the decorative symbol is determined. For example, as shown in FIG. 34B, in the case of the non-reach variation pattern, “small” is determined, and in the case of the super reach (loss) variation pattern, “small” is 50% and “medium” is 40. % And “Large” are determined with a probability of 10%, and in the case of a super-reach (big hit) variation pattern, “Small” is determined with a probability of 10%, “Medium” with 30%, and “Large” with a probability of 60%. The The jackpot expectation level is that the amount of return of the decorative symbol increases in the order of small <medium <large, and you can have a big hit expectation about the type of reverse variation of the decorative symbol (difference in the amount of reverse of the symbol) It is possible to have fun with the design reverse start display, and the fun of the game is improved.

  Further, a plurality of types of full screen notice effects may be provided, and the type of full screen notice may be selectable. For example, the types of full-screen preview effects include those with different execution periods of full-screen preview effects, different transparency levels, different notification contents shown in FIG. 27 (C2), and output sounds that are output when these are displayed. There are different (sound effect, music, etc.), a combination of two or more of these, and the big hit expectation may be different. The longer the execution period, the lower the transparency, the higher the notification effect shown in FIG. 27 (C2), the higher the effect of the effect, and the higher the output sound or the specific output sound, Good.

(Modification 3)
In the above embodiment, the decorative pattern can be changed in the reverse direction (reverse starting shown in FIGS. 27 (B1) and (C1)) as shown in FIG. 26, but the reverse as shown in FIGS. 35 and 36. It may be possible to swing instead of changing the direction (Modification 3). In the third modification, the reverse direction in S322C shown in FIGS. 20 and 23 may be replaced with the swing, and the reverse direction in S345A and S345B shown in FIG. 25 may be replaced with the swing. In FIG. 35A, it is determined that the full-screen notice effect is not executed, and at the timing T01, the decorative symbol swing display and the symbol notice effect are started. The symbol notice effect ends at timing T02, and the swing display ends at timing T03. At the end of the swing display (timing T03), the decorative pattern starts to change in the forward direction. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, as shown in FIG. 36 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, as shown in FIG. 36 (B1). When the dynamic display is started, a symbol notice effect as shown in FIG. 36 (B1), that is, an aura (backlight) image G of a predetermined color (for example, blue, green, red, etc.) is displayed around the decorative symbol. The displayed notice effect is also started. Then, at the end of the swing display shown in FIG. 35 (A) (timing T03), as shown in FIG. 36 (D1), the variation in the forward direction of the decorative symbol at the reference position Ref is started.

  On the other hand, in FIG. 35B, since it is determined that the full-screen notice effect is to be executed, the symbol notice effect is changed from the timing T01 as the initial value to the timing T03. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 36 (B2), and is included in the full screen notice effect as shown in FIG. 36 (C2). A notification image such as “Chance!” Is displayed, and after the end of the full screen notice effect in FIG. 36 (C2), that is, when the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started as shown in FIG. 36 (D2). It has been changed to start the notice effect. That is, the start of the symbol notice effect is changed after the end of the full screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIG. 36 (D2), not at the start of fluctuation shown in FIG. 36 (B1). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the symbol notice effect from being hidden by the full screen notice effect. Note that the decorative symbol swing display is executed without change, but it is hidden behind the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIGS. 36 (B2) and (C2), so that it is visible to the player. Absent.

  In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 20 to FIG. 23, all the symbol notice effects, the symbol notice effects, and the symbol reverse start display are determined by lottery. However, like the variation pattern shown in FIG. You may make it provide the fluctuation pattern (For example, it calls a special fluctuation pattern) provided with at least one among an effect, a symbol notice effect, and a symbol reverse direction start display.

  In the above-described embodiment, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are provided on the screen of the image display device 5 to perform variable display of decorative symbols. The description has been made assuming that the small symbol display area 5V is provided and the small symbols are variably displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in which the small symbol display area 5V is not provided, by displaying an effect image indicating a decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is displayed. The variable display may be executable. Even in this case, it is possible to place an effect image indicating a character or the like as a specific effect image at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating an ornamental pattern as an identification information image, and the display result in variable display of the ornamental pattern is In the derived period, the display mode of the specific effect image displayed at the position overlapping the front side of the effect image showing the decorative design may be set as the static mode. Thereby, the misrecognition of the display result in the variable display of a decorative design can be prevented.

  Also, instead of variably displaying the effect image showing the decorative pattern, or by displaying the prepared effect image in an animation together with such variable display, it supports variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. When the display result in the variable display of the special symbol is derived, the animation display of the effect image is interrupted or paused, and the display that can recognize the display result of the variable display is performed. The display result may be derived separately. In this way, it is possible to execute a related display for deriving a display result in relation to a determination result of whether or not to control to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state), and an overlapping position ahead of the effect image in this related display In the case where the specific effect image can be arranged, the display mode of the specific effect image may be a static mode during the period in which the display result in the related display is derived.

  In the above-described embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display change” is executed, the effect image indicating the character used in the hold display change effect can be displayed over a plurality of variable displays as the specific effect image. Explained that there is. On the other hand, for example, a pre-reading notice effect of “pending display change” and a different look-ahead notice effect different from this can be executed simultaneously over a plurality of variable displays, and characters used in part or all of the pre-reading notice effect are shown. The effect image may be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative design. In this case, among the effect images used in the pre-reading notice effect, the effect image arranged at the overlapping position in front of the identification information image is used as the specific effect image, and a display result is derived whether the variable display is being performed. The display mode may be changed to the action mode or the static mode depending on whether the display mode is a period.

  In the above embodiment, as an example of the specific effect image, the effect image indicating the character used in the hold display change effect has been described. On the other hand, as a specific effect image, display is started during variable display when variable display of decorative symbols is performed or before the start of variable display, and is continuously displayed even during a period in which the display result in variable display is derived. Any effect image may be used. For example, an effect image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays corresponding to a period in which the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probable change state (high probability high base state or high probability low base state) It may be displayed so that it can also be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating. Alternatively, an effect image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays corresponding to a period in which the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special effect mode different from the normal effect mode is more than an effect image showing a decorative pattern. May also be displayed so as to be arranged at overlapping positions on the front side. In this way, as the specific effect image, an effect image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays is displayed so that it can be placed at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative design. During the period in which the display result is derived, the display mode of the specific effect image may be a static mode.

  The effect image indicating the character may be an effect image indicating, for example, a person or animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or any other figure. During variable display in which variable display of decorative symbols or the like is executed, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set as the action mode by reproducing and displaying the moving image as the specific effect image. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set to the static mode by temporarily stopping the reproduction of the moving image.

  When the effect image indicating one decorative design is an identification information image, the effect image that is the specific effect image is arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating a part of the one decorative image. It may be a thing, and may be arrange | positioned in the position which overlaps ahead rather than the production image which shows the whole of one decoration design. When an effect image showing a plurality of decorative symbols is an identification information image, the effect image that is the specific effect image is a position overlapping the front side of the effect image showing some of the decorative symbols among the plurality of decorative symbols It may be arranged at a position overlapping the front side of the effect image showing all the decorative symbols.

  The type and part of the identification information image on which the effect image that is the specific effect image can be arranged on the front side may be different depending on at least one of the gaming state and the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state (low probability low base state), the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol is used regardless of whether the decorative symbol is a normal symbol or a probabilistic symbol. An effect image that becomes a specific effect image can be arranged at the overlapping position. On the other hand, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probabilistic state (high probability high base state or high probability low base state), it overlaps more forward than the effect image showing the normal symbol among the plurality of decorative symbols. While it is possible to place an effect image that becomes a specific effect image at a position, an effect image that becomes a specific effect image is not arranged at an overlapping position in front of an effect image that shows a probability variation pattern among a plurality of decorative symbols. May be. In this case, when the gaming state is a probability variation state, the player's attention that the probability variation state is derived as a jackpot combination and the probability variation state continues is prevented from being hindered by the display of the specific effect image. This can improve the fun of gaming.

  Further, for example, when the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal effect mode, an effect image that becomes a specific effect image is provided at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol, regardless of the symbol number of the decorative symbol. It can be placed. On the other hand, when the production state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special production mode different from the normal production mode over a plurality of variable displays, for example, a decorative design with a specific design number associated with a specific person is shown. The effect image that becomes the specific effect image may not be arranged at the overlapping position in front of the effect image. Thus, the specific effect image may be any image that can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of at least a part of the identification information image.

  In the above-described embodiment, the description has been made on the assumption that the display mode is set to the static mode for all the effect images to be the specific effect image during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern to be the identification information image is derived. On the other hand, at least a part of the specific effect image arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image of the decorative design may be anything that can change the display mode to the static mode.

  In the above-described embodiment, during the period in which the display result of variable display such as a decorative design is derived, the display of an effect design that becomes a specific effect image arranged at an overlapping position in front of the effect image showing the decorative design The embodiment has been described as being a stationary embodiment. On the other hand, when there is an effect image (backward arrangement image) arranged behind the effect image showing the decorative design, variable display of the decorative design is executed during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. The rear arrangement image may be displayed in the same display manner as during variable display. For example, a background image display layer is provided as a display layer that is assigned a value larger than the Z value of the effect image drawn on the decorative design display layer shown in FIG. Also good. An effect image that is a background image is drawn on the background image layer. The Z value may be set so that the background image display layer is arranged on the rearmost side as viewed from the player. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display mode of the effect image that becomes the background image arranged in the overlapping position or the non-overlapping position behind the effect image indicating the decorative design is variably displayed. It is good also as a display mode similar to the inside. As a result, an effect image that may cause misrecognition in the display result, such as a specific effect image, is set to a static mode, while an effect image that does not cause misrecognition of the display result, such as a background image, is displayed in the same manner as during variable display. By setting it as an aspect, the uncomfortable feeling with respect to the display of an effect image can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, during variable display in which decorative display variable display or the like is executed, the display mode of the effect image serving as the specific effect image is set as the action mode, while the display result in the variable display is derived. In the above description, it is assumed that the display mode of the effect image that is the specific effect image arranged on the front side of the effect image that shows the decorative pattern that is the identification information image is the still image. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display of the effect image that becomes the specific effect image arranged at the overlapping position in front of the effect image showing the decorative design The mode may be an idling mode different from the static mode. The idling mode may be a temporary stop mode that is set such that the display mode of the specific effect image is different from the action mode in the above-described embodiment within a range in which the display result is not misidentified.

  In addition, during variable display in which decorative display variable display or the like is performed, for example, an effect image that informs a message “in design change” as a character line may be displayed as the specific effect image. On the other hand, during the period in which the display result of the decorative symbol variable display or the like is derived, for example, an effect image informing a message of “design confirmed” as a character line may be displayed as the specific effect image. In this way, depending on whether the variable display is being performed or the display result is derived, it is possible to change the display mode of the specific effect image by changing the content of the message that is notified as the character dialogue. Also good.

  When an effect image (character image) showing a character consisting of a plurality of parts is displayed as the specific effect image, variable display of a decorative pattern or the like is executed during a period in which a display result in variable display is derived. The specific effect image may be displayed in a different display mode.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that does not perform variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols. As an example, based on the detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) a start winning opening provided in the game area, the variable winning device provided in the game area is changed from the closed state (second state) to the open state ( When the game ball that has entered the variable winning device enters the specific area (V winning opening) of the plurality of areas, it is controlled to a big hit gaming state that is advantageous to the player. It may be configured as described above. In such a configuration, based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the start winning opening, the determination result as to whether or not to change the variable winning device to the first state and the first state are changed. In relation to at least one of a determination result that the change mode of the time is one of a plurality of modes, or a determination result of whether or not to control the big hit gaming state according to the passing situation of the game ball inside the variable winning device When the related effect for deriving the display result can be executed and the specific effect image can be arranged at an overlapping position in front of the effect image in the related display, the display result in the related display is derived in the period The display mode of the specific effect image may be a static mode.

  In the above-described embodiment, as an advantageous state advantageous to the player, it is described that the variable display result is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit”. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a special game state such as a probability change state may be an advantageous state, and the upper limit number of rounds that can be executed among a plurality of big hit game states is the second round number (for example, “7 A big hit gaming state having a first round number (for example, “15”) larger than “)” may be an advantageous state. Alternatively, the time-short state in which the upper limit number of variable displays that can be executed among the plurality of time-short states is a first number (for example, “100”) greater than the second number (for example, “50”) may be an advantageous state. The probability variation state in which the big hit probability is a first probability (for example, 1/20) higher than the second probability (for example, 1/20) among the plurality of probability variation states may be set as the advantageous state. Any other game state that is advantageous to the player may be used.

  When the hold display change effect is executed, a limit effect that restricts the hold display may be executed. For example, the limited effect is to display an effect image for display limitation in the display area of the image display device 5, and to perform translucent display, transparent display, or reduced display on the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display unit 5HL. In other words, the player cannot see or see part or all of the on-hold display by moving the production model (movable member) from the retracted state to the advanced state and hiding the on-hold display in the advanced state. What is necessary is just to restrict | limit so that it may become difficult.

  In the above embodiment, the jackpot type determined in the process of S242 shown in FIG. 8 includes “probability variation”, and the probability variation control condition is satisfied based on the determination result of the jackpot type being “probability variation”. In the above description, it is assumed that the jackpot game state is controlled to be in a probable change state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a game ball that has won (entered) a big winning opening (second large winning opening) in the probability changing attacker provided at a predetermined position in the gaming area has been detected by the probability changing detection switch. Based on the above, the probability variation control condition may be established, and the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state may be controlled to the certain probability variation state. The winning prize opening (second winning prize opening) of the probability variation attacker can change from a closed state to an open state when the number of round games executed in the big hit gaming state is a predetermined number of times (for example, “16”). When the number of times of execution of the game is other than the predetermined number, it may not be possible to change to the open state in the closed state. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can establish the probability variation control condition based on the fact that the game ball has passed the specific area in the attacker that is an example of the special variable winning device provided in the game area. You may be comprised so that it may become.

  The special symbols and decorative symbols are not limited to those variably displayed as a plurality of types of identification information. For example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are configured using a plurality of LEDs, and only a specific (single) LED among the plurality of LEDs is displayed during variable display of the special symbol. Is repeatedly turned on and off, and the other LEDs are kept off. And when the variable display result is “losing”, the LED that has been repeatedly turned on and off emits light (lights) in a predetermined emission color, or maintains the light off state, Stop displaying special symbols. At this time, the other LEDs remain off. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the special symbol is stopped and displayed by a predetermined lighting pattern in which some or all of the LEDs are turned on. In this way, during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, a specific (single) symbol is switched between display and non-display, while other symbols are maintained in a non-display state. Good. Then, any of a plurality of types of symbols may be derived and displayed (stop display) as a final stop symbol (determined special symbol or definite ornament symbol) resulting in a variable display result of the special symbol or ornament symbol. Further, for example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are configured by using a 7-segment LED, and during the variable display of the special symbol, a symbol indicating “−” (lighting) is displayed. It may be configured such that other numbers and symbols are not displayed by repeating the non-display (off). As a special symbol variable display result, a symbol indicating “−” is not stopped and displayed as a predetermined lighting pattern including numbers indicating “1” to “9” and other symbols. The special symbol is stopped and displayed. In this way, during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, as a variable display result, symbols that are not stopped are switched between display and non-display, while other symbols are maintained in a non-display state. May be.

  In the above-described embodiment, the “ratio” and “probability” at which various decisions are made may be 0% (not decided) or 100% (not necessarily decided), such as 70:30, for example. So that the possibility of at least one of the determination results is 0% (not determined) or 100% (always determined) It may be set. For example, in the case of making various decisions, the ratio of the determination result of any one of the plurality of determination results is higher than the ratio of the determination result of other determination results. It may be included to be 100%, or it may be included that the ratio of other determination results is 0%. When the ratio of the determination result of 1 is 100%, the ratio of the other determination result is 0%. Further, when the ratio as the other determination result is 0%, if the ratio as the determination result of 1 is a predetermined ratio other than 100% and not 0%, the ratio as the determination result of 1 is the other determination result. It will be higher than the ratio.

  In the above embodiment, one change pattern designation command is transmitted when variable display is started in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the change pattern indicating the variable display time, the variable display mode of the decorative design, and the like. Although an example is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the side of the effect control board 12 by two or more commands. Specifically, when notification is made by two commands, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 uses the first command before reaching reach, such as presence / absence of pseudo-continuous fluctuation, presence / absence of a slip effect, etc. The command indicating the variable display time and variable display mode before the so-called second stop is transmitted, and the second command has reached a reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of a redrawing effect (reach and reach). If not, a command indicating a variable display time or a variable display mode after the so-called second stop may be transmitted. In this case, in the effect control board 12, for example, the effect control CPU 120 may perform effect control in variable display based on a variable display time derived from a combination of two commands. In the game control microcomputer 100, the variable display time is notified by each of the two commands, and a specific variable display mode executed at each timing is selected by the effect control CPU 120. It may be. When sending two commands, the two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, or after the first command is sent, after a predetermined period of time elapses (for example, in the next timer interrupt) ) A second command may be transmitted. The variable display mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern using two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern designation command can be reduced.

  In the above, an example is shown in which the main side performs a prefetch determination and a command corresponding to the determination result is transmitted to the sub side. However, a command indicating a random number value is transmitted from the main side and a prefetch determination is performed on the sub side. You may make it do.

  The present invention is applicable not only to the pachinko gaming machine 1 but also to a slot machine or the like. The slot machine is an arbitrary gaming machine that performs a predetermined game such as variable display of symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information, and that can give a predetermined game value based on the game result, more specifically, The game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets (the number of medals or the number of credits) for one game, and a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (designs) that can be distinguished from each other ( The display result of a plurality of reels, for example, is derived and displayed, and one game is completed, and a prize is awarded according to the display result (for example, cherry prize, watermelon prize, bell prize, replay prize, BB prize, RB prize, etc.) Is a gaming machine that can be generated. In such a slot machine, the hardware resources including the effect movable mechanism provided on the front side of the slot machine and the software for performing a predetermined process cooperate with each other to display the pachinko shown in the above embodiment. What is necessary is just to be comprised so that all or one part of the characteristics which the gaming machine 1 has may be provided. Specifically, the display result in the variable display of the identification information is derived in the configuration in which the specific effect can be executed at the overlapping position on the front side of the display surface on which the design of the identification information is variably displayed. In a period that overlaps in front of the identification information, the effect mode of the specific effect may be different from the effect mode during the variable display, for example, the still mode or the temporary stop mode. .

  In addition, various effects including device configuration and data configuration of gaming machine, processing shown in flowchart, image display operation in image display device, sound output operation in speaker, and lighting operation in game effect lamp and decoration LED The operation and the like can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings, and is scored based on the occurrence of winnings by enclosing gaming media It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives Slot machines are not limited to those where bets are set using medals and credits as gaming values, but only slot machines that set betting numbers using gaming balls as gaming values, or only credits as gaming values. It may be a full credit type slot machine that sets the number of bets using. When game balls are used as game media, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls. For example, when 3 is set as the bet number, the number of bets using 15 game balls is used. Is equivalent to setting The pachinko gaming machine 1 and the slot machine are not limited to those using only one of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and game balls, but for example, a plurality of types of medals and gaming balls. The game value may be used together. For example, a slot machine can play a game by setting the number of bets using any one of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of medals and game balls can be played by winning. Any of the types of gaming value may be paid out.

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

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

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 5 ... Image display apparatus 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 100 ... Microcomputer 103 for game control ... CPU
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing games,
Variable display means for variably displaying the identification information in a predetermined direction;
A notice effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined notice effect;
With
The predetermined notice effect is executed so as to make the display mode of the identification information invisible or difficult to view at the start of the variable display,
The identification information can start variable display in the predetermined direction after the execution period of the predetermined notice effect when the predetermined notice effect is executed.
A gaming machine characterized by that.