JP2019022588A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine which can display a suggestive image by considering the relationship with another performance.SOLUTION: A game machine can display suggestive images suggesting execution of promotion performances promoting the operation (the first suggestive image suggesting execution of the first promotion performance and the second suggestive image suggesting execution of the second promotion performance), execute the promotion performance suggested by the suggestive image based on the termination of display of the suggestive image (execute the first promotion performance based on the termination of display of the first suggestive image and execute the second promotion performance based on the termination of display of the second suggestive image), and notifies of the result advantageous for the player at the higher ratio in the case where the frequency of shielding at least a portion of the suggestive image by a movable member is large than the case where the frequency is small (stop-displays the big win pattern at the higher ratio in the case where the operation pattern with the larger operation frequency of the movable member is selected than the case where the operation pattern with the smaller frequency is selected).SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 31

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine that can execute a game.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, a variable display area capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display area becomes the specific display result, the game state (game There is a machine configured to give a predetermined game value to a player by changing the state of the machine (specifically, the state where the gaming machine is controlled) (so-called pachinko machine).

  In addition, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player starts variable display of identification information by the variable display area by operating the start lever, and the player By operating a stop button provided corresponding to the display area, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time determined in advance from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display areas is displayed. In accordance with the display result derived when the game is stopped, a winning occurs, a predetermined game medium determined in advance according to the winning is paid out, and when a specific winning occurs, a player is given a predetermined gaming value as a gaming state. There is one that is configured to be in a state to be given to (so-called slot machine).

  The game value means that a prize ball is paid out or that the state of a variable winning ball device provided in a gaming area of a gaming machine is advantageous for a player who is likely to win a ball, or advantageous for a player. For example, to generate a right to enter a state, or to enter a state in which a condition for winning a prize ball is easily established.

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode determined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of effect symbols (identification information) that starts in the variable display area based on the winning of the game ball at the start winning opening. If this happens, a “big hit” will occur. The derived display is to finally stop and display a symbol (final stop symbol). When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times of opening the special winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round. A game in a round may be referred to as a round game.

  In the variable display area, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol in the left middle right symbol) continue for a predetermined period of time and stop and shake in a state that matches the specific display result. It can be a big hit before the final result is displayed because it is moving, scaling, or deforming, or multiple symbols change synchronously with the same symbol, or the position of the displayed symbol is switched. 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. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol variably displayed in the variable display area is not a specific display result, it becomes “out of” and the variability display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  In addition, the gaming machine is capable of executing a promotion effect (for example, an effect of displaying “press” together with the effect button image) that promotes the player's operation (for example, pressing of the effect button). Some suggestive images can be displayed. For example, there is a case in which a breeding button is displayed before performing an effect that promotes pressing of the effect button, and the breeding button changes step by step in accordance with the jackpot expectation (see, for example, Patent Document 1). ).

Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2006-158917 (FIGS. 42 and 43)

  However, in the gaming machine described above, the suggestion image is displayed without considering the relationship with other effects, and there is room for improvement.

  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a suggestion image in consideration of the relationship with other effects.

  (Means 1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of executing a game, and is capable of moving, such as a movable member (for example, movable accessory 50) and a player's operation (for example, to push button 120). Detection means (for example, push sensor 124, tilt direction sensor unit 123) that can detect the pressing operation of the stick controller 122 and the tilting operation to the stick controller 122, and a detection effect (for example, based on the action detected by the detecting means) Detection effect execution means (for example, the part that executes steps S3208 and S3228 in the effect control microcomputer 100) capable of executing the effect of causing the movable accessory 50 to advance to the advance position) and a promotion effect that prompts the operation (for example, The first promotion effect that prompts the user to press the push button 120, and the first prompt that prompts the user to tilt the stick controller 122. Step S8004 after setting the first promotion effect or the second promotion effect by executing any one of steps S2607 and S2613 in the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S8004). And a suggestion image that suggests that the promotion effect is executed (for example, a first suggestion image (button image: button) that suggests that the first promotion effect is executed) (Large), Button (Small)), and a second suggestion image (lever image: lever (large), lever (small))) suggesting that the second promotion effect is executed during a specific period (for example, during variable display ) In the suggestion image display control means (for example, steps S2607 and S2 in the production control microcomputer 100). 13 is executed to set the first suggestion image or the second suggestion image, and then step S8004 is performed, and steps S8006 and S8105 are executed), and the movable control capable of controlling the moving operation of the movable member Means (for example, a part in which the operation pattern is set in step S2622 and step S8004 is performed and steps S8006 and S8105 are executed in the production control microcomputer 100). The promotion effect execution means displays the suggestion image. The promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image can be executed based on the end of the display (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 can display the first suggestion image (button image) based on the end of the display. Table of 2 suggestion image (lever image) while being able to perform 1 promotion production The second promotion effect can be executed based on the end of the display (see FIG. 34)), and the movable control means removes at least a part of the suggestion image from a position where the suggestion image is not shielded (for example, a retracted position). It is possible to move the movable member to a shielding position (for example, an advance position), and when the number of times that the movable member shields at least a part of the suggestion image during a specific period is larger than when the number of times is small. A result that is advantageous to the player is reported at a higher rate (for example, the production control microcomputer 100 determines an operation pattern using the operation pattern selection lottery table shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C). Therefore, when an operation pattern with a large number of movements of the movable accessory 50 is selected, it is more effective at a higher rate than when an operation pattern with a small number of movements is selected. Stop displaying the symbol) that is characterized. According to such a configuration, the stress applied to the player by the movable member shielding the suggestion image can be reduced.

  (Means 2) A gaming machine which performs variable display in means 1 and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player, and the suggestion image display control means executes the promotion effect. A variable display that can display a suggestion image that suggests that it is variably displayed (for example, when a special symbol is changing or a production symbol is changing), and the movable member frequently blocks at least part of the suggested image. However, it is controlled to be in an advantageous state at a higher rate than the variable display with a small number of times (for example, the production control microcomputer 100 operates using the operation pattern selection lottery table shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C). By determining the pattern, a case where an operation pattern with a large number of operations of the movable accessory 50 is selected is higher than a case where an operation pattern with a small number of operations is selected. Per control to the playing state) it may be. According to such a configuration, the stress applied to the player can be reduced by the movable member shielding the suggestion image during variable display.

  (Means 3) In the means 1 or 2, either one of a plurality of types of specific effects (for example, a first specific effect using the first roulette and a second specific effect using the second roulette) with different effect modes is selected. Executable specific effect execution means (for example, step S8004 after setting the first specific effect or the second specific effect by executing any one of steps S2607, S2608, S2613, S2614 in the microcomputer 100 for effect control) The suggestion image display control means includes a first suggestion that a plurality of suggestion images (for example, the first promotion effect is executed) after the specific effect is executed. Suggestion image (button image: button (large), button (small)), second to suggest that the second promotion effect is executed Any one of the suggested images (lever image: lever (large), lever (small)) can be displayed (for example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the first of steps S2607 and S2613). Step S8004 is performed after setting the first suggestion image or the second suggestion image, and Steps S8006 and S8105 are performed), and one of the plurality of suggestion images is selected at a different ratio based on the type of the specific effect performed. (For example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control can display a button image when the first specific effect is executed, and can display a lever image when the second specific effect is executed ( (See FIG. 34)). According to such a configuration, attention can be paid to the type of specific effect, and the interest can be improved.

  (Means 4) In any one of means 1 to 3, the suggestion image display control means displays the suggestion image (for example, the suggestion image on the auxiliary effect display device 90 as the suggestion effect) before the promotion effect is executed. 41 (2)) can be displayed in a different mode (for example, one of the first to fourth patterns) depending on the degree of expectation, and the promotion effect execution means has the suggestion image in a specific state (for example, non-display). On the basis of the fact that the transmission state), the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image is executed (see FIGS. 41 (4) to (5)), and the suggestion image is displayed while the suggestion image is displayed. A promotion effect different from the suggested promotion effect may be executed (see FIG. 41 (6)). According to such a structure, the interest of a game can be improved.

  (Means 5) An effect execution means capable of executing an effect (for example, a cut-in effect) different from the detected effect based on the fact that an operation is detected during display of the suggestion image in any of the means 1 to 4. (For example, the part that executes step S3308 in the microcomputer 100 for effect control) and a predetermined effect execution means that can execute a predetermined effect (for example, a stock release effect) indicating that the promotion effect based on the suggestion image is executed. (For example, in the production control microcomputer 100, a part for executing step S8004 and executing steps S8006 and S8105 after setting a stock release effect by executing one of steps S2607 and S2613) and suggesting The image display control means displays the suggestion image after the predetermined effect is executed. End (for example, effect control microcomputer 100, the stock release effect finishes displaying suggestion image from the end (see FIG. 36)) may be. According to such a configuration, the player can easily recognize that the effect based on the suggestion image has been executed.

  (Means 6) In any one of the means 1 to 5, the gaming machine can be controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and includes a plurality of movable members (for example, a first movable accessory Y1 and a second movable accessory) Y2), and is controlled to be in an advantageous state at a different rate based on which of the plurality of movable members shields at least a part of the suggested image (for example, the first movable accessory Y1 is suggested) The case where the image is shielded may be controlled to the big hit gaming state at a higher rate than the case where the second movable accessory Y2 shields the suggestion image (see FIGS. 39 and 40)). With such a configuration, attention can be paid to the movement of the movable member.

  (Means 7) In any one of the means 1 to 6, the gaming machine is controllable to an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and the promotion effect executing means includes a plurality of types of different expectations that are controlled to the advantageous state. Any one of the promotion effects (for example, the first promotion effect and the second promotion effect having a higher reliability than the first promotion effect) can be executed, and the suggestion image display control means is in an advantageous state. The suggestion image indicating that a controlled promotion effect with a low expectation level is executed can be changed to a suggestion image indicating that a promotion effect with a high expectation level controlled in an advantageous state is executed. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may change from a button image that suggests execution of the first promotion effect to a lever image that suggests execution of the second promotion effect (see FIG. 37). According to such a configuration, since the suggestion image can change after the suggestion image is displayed, the suggestion image can be focused.

  (Means 8) In the means 7, the suggestion image display control means indicates that when the movable member blocks at least a part of the suggestion image, a low-expected promotion effect controlled to an advantageous state is executed. The suggestion image is not changed to the suggestion image indicating that a highly promising promotion effect controlled to the advantageous state is executed (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 has the movable accessory 50 shielding the suggestion image). Only when there is not, it is possible to change from a button image that suggests execution of the first promotion effect to a lever image that suggests execution of the second promotion effect (see FIG. 38)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being stressed by changing the suggestion image when the suggestion image is difficult to see.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 4 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern of the production | presentation symbol prepared beforehand. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table and the big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the presentation control command which the microcomputer for game control transmits. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the presentation control command which the microcomputer for game control transmits. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a pending | holding buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation | designated command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end process in the special symbol process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol display control process. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in an effect display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows a promotion production | presentation setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows a 1st specific production execution lottery table, a 2nd specific production execution lottery table, a 1st suggestion image type determination lottery table, a 2nd suggestion image type determination lottery table, and a cut-in production execution lottery table. is there. It is explanatory drawing which shows an operation | movement pattern table and an operation | movement pattern selection table. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change in effect control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change in effect control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation symbol fluctuation | variation stop process in an effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display in the case of performing a specific production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display in the case of performing a stock discharge effect after passing through a cut-in effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display when the display mode of a suggestion image changes when a button (small) is displayed as a suggestion image. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of operation control of the movable accessory 50, and the change of a suggestion image. It is explanatory drawing which shows operation | movement of the movable accessory in the modification 1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the movable accessory selection lottery table in the modification 1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the operation effect, the suggestion effect, and the effect effect in the modification 2.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be opened and closed. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. A structure including the board 6).

  On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. On the front surface of the hitting ball supply tray 3, a cross key 150 is provided. The cross key 150 is a plurality of cross-shaped keys in a plan view that can be pressed in a direction selected from four predetermined directions such as back, front, left, and right (front and rear, left and right) as viewed from the player. The operation part is comprised.

  Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, there are provided a surplus ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3, and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray main body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). Is attached to the stick controller 122 that can be tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right). It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation, for example, by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. 3) is built-in. In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower plate main body and the like below the stick controller 122. The stick controller 122 includes a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is subjected to a predetermined instruction operation, for example, by a player pressing a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 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 124 (see FIG. 3) for detecting an operation action of the player performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either right or left in the upper plate and the lower plate, maintaining the vertical relationship. Alternatively, the mounting position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 is not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect symbol display area includes a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have continued for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) Stops, swings, scales, or deforms in a state that matches the symbol combination), or multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously in the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol is switched Thus, an effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) before the final result is displayed is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a 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 effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes “out” and the variation display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the effect symbol display is performed as a liquid crystal display effect in the effect display device 9, but the effect performed in the effect display device 9 is the one shown in this embodiment. For example, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic may be executed, and an effect may be executed in which the result of the story is displayed based on the determination result of the jackpot determination or the variation pattern. For example, perform a battle effect where professional wrestling or soccer matches and enemy characters fight, perform an effect to win the game or battle if it is a big hit, and perform an effect to defeat the game or battle if it is off Also good. Further, for example, instead of displaying the result such as winning or losing, an effect may be executed in which a predetermined story such as a story is developed in order.

  In the upper right part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying a fourth symbol after the effect symbol, a special symbol described later, and a normal symbol. In this embodiment, a fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol described later, There is provided a fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

  In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be precise, the variation display of the effect symbol is varied on the effect control microcomputer 100 side). This is done by measuring the variation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing an effect using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the change display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. There are a variety of effects such as effects being performed and effects in which movable objects shield all or part of the screen. For this reason, even if the display screen on the effect display device 9 is viewed, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the current variation display is in progress. Therefore, in this embodiment, whether or not the state of the present variation is being displayed by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further displaying the variation of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is possible to reliably recognize whether or not. Note that the 4th symbol is always variably displayed with a constant operation and does not disappear from the screen or is not shielded by a shielding object, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  The 4th symbol for the first special symbol and the 4th symbol for the 2nd special symbol may be collectively referred to as the 4th symbol, and the 4th symbol display area 9c for the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol The 4th symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as a 4th symbol display area.

  The variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state where the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined time interval in a predetermined display color (for example, blue). . The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 8a is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, it is displayed in the display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (a display color different from the deviation). The For example, it is displayed in blue when it is off, while it is displayed in red when it is a big hit. Note that the display color may be varied depending on the type of jackpot (whether it is probable jackpot or normal jackpot). Also, the display color may be different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win a big winning opening, and if it is possible to control multiple types of big hits with different numbers of rounds, The display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the game. Even if the number of rounds per jackpot is the same, for example, the jackpot opening time per round is short (for example, 1 second), and a jackpot that cannot be expected to win a game ball in the jackpot. If the opening time of the big prize opening per round is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening substantially, to the big prize opening substantially The display color may be varied depending on whether or not a game ball can be expected to win. In addition, for example, when there is a big hit that cannot be expected and a big hit that cannot be expected due to the difference in the number of times the big winning opening is opened per round, The display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win the mouth.

  When the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, it is displayed in a display color reminiscent of the big hit in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (a display color different from the disparity). The For example, it is displayed in blue when it is off, while it is displayed in red when it is a big hit. Note that the display color may be varied depending on the type of jackpot (whether it is probable jackpot or normal jackpot). Also, the display color may be different depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win a big winning opening, and if it is possible to control multiple types of big hits with different numbers of rounds, The display color may be changed according to the number of rounds continued in the game. Even if the number of rounds per jackpot is the same, for example, the jackpot opening time per round is short (for example, 1 second), and a jackpot that cannot be expected to win a game ball in the jackpot. If the opening time of the big prize opening per round is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a big hit that can be expected to win a game ball to the big prize opening substantially, to the big prize opening substantially The display color may be varied depending on whether or not a game ball can be expected to win. In addition, for example, when there is a big hit that cannot be expected and a big hit that cannot be expected due to the difference in the number of times the big winning opening is opened per round, The display color may be varied depending on whether or not the game ball can be expected to win the mouth.

  The display colors when the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are turned off are different from the background image (for example, black) in order to prevent the display colors from being assimilated with the background image when the lights are turned off. It is desirable to be.

  In this embodiment, the case where the 4th symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitter such as a lamp or LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. Thus, the fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. Whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed may be indicated depending on whether or not it is displayed.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol, respectively, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbols may be provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Moreover, you may make it implement | achieve the 4th symbol display area common with respect to a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol using light-emitting bodies, such as a lamp | ramp and LED. In this case, when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when executing the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, For example, the display of different display colors at certain time intervals may be performed by distinguishing and executing the variation display of the fourth symbol by performing display that repeatedly turns on and off. In addition, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, for example, The display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display that repeatedly turns on and off at different time intervals. In addition, for example, when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the second special symbol, the same big hit symbol is obtained. However, you may make it stop-display the stop symbol of a different aspect.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. In other words, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Further, on the right side of the effect display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second variable display unit) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information. Is also provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both 0 to 9), but the types may be different. Further, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) of, for example, 00 to 99, for example.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second start winning opening) 14 after passing (including winning)), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) The state is started and the big hit game is not executed), and when the variable display time (fluctuation time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  A winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided below the effect display device 9. The game ball won in the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the first start opening switch 13a.

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be won at the second start winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. Therefore, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 13 than the second starting winning port 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize.

  Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading for the variable winning ball device 15 is very likely to win the second start winning port 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly under the effect display device 9, but the interval between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 is further reduced, or the first start winning opening is set. The nail arrangement around the first start winning opening 13 is made difficult to guide the game balls to the first starting winning opening 13 so that the winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is increased. It is also possible to make the direction higher than the winning rate of the first start winning opening 13.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 that opens and closes only the second start winning opening 14 is provided. Any of the start winning ports 14 may be provided with a variable winning ball device that performs an opening / closing operation.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Also, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided a first reserved memory display unit 18c for displaying the first reserved memory number and a second reserved memory display unit 18d for displaying the second reserved memory number. ing. In addition, you may make it provide the area | region (sum total pending | holding memory display part) which displays the total number (sum total pending memory count) which is the sum total of the 1st pending memory count and the 2nd pending memory count. As described above, if the summation pending storage display section for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that are not satisfied with the variable display start condition.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball apparatus 20 that forms a big winning opening is provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and is specified when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b. Controlled to gaming state. The specific display result is a predetermined display result. For example, in the present embodiment, there is a jackpot symbol. The specific game state is to change the variable winning means that can be changed between the first state advantageous to the player and the second state unfavorable to the player to the first state. There is a big hit gaming state in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 that can be changed to a closed state is opened. For example, when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the specific display result, the big hit game state is controlled as the specific game state. In each specific game state, the open / closed version that is in the closed state is controlled to be in the open state by the solenoid 21, so that the large winning opening that becomes the winning area is in the open state. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. Moreover, the small display is formed in, for example, a square shape. Note that the normal symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display a number (or a two-digit symbol) of, for example, 00 to 99. In addition, the normal symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like, for example, a display capable of lighting a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decoration lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying “O” and “X”). It may be comprised.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. In addition, a probability variation state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state is high (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of fluctuation display of special symbols is increased compared to the normal state). Then, there is a case where the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is shifted to a high base state where the opening time and the number of times of opening are increased.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right and lower left and right outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 13 and is detected by the first start opening switch 13a, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, 1), the variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening 13. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning opening 14 and is detected by the second start opening switch 14a, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the special symbol variable display ends, 2), the second special symbol display 8b starts variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 9 starts variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening 14. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  In this embodiment, when the 15R probability variation big hit or the 4R probability variation big hit is reached, the game state is shifted to a high probability state, and the game ball becomes easy to start winning (that is, the special symbol indicators 8a, 8b, A transition is made to the high base state, which is a gaming state controlled so that the variable display execution condition in the effect display device 9 is easily established. In the high base state, for example, the frequency at which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is increased or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state is extended compared to the case in which the high base state is not in the high base state. It becomes easier to win a start.

  Instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), the normal symbol display unit 10 shifts to a normal symbol probability changing state in which the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display unit 10 will be a hit symbol is increased. Depending on the situation, the high base state may be entered. When the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In this case, by performing the transition control to the normal symbol probability changing state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the frequency at which the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased. Therefore, if the normal symbol probability changing state is entered, the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and a state where it is easy to start a winning (high base state) is achieved. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 can be increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is a probabilistic symbol. It changes to an advantageous state (a state where it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

  Moreover, you may transfer to a high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time short state where the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display 10 is shortened. In the normal symbol short-time state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the variation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, when the frequency that the normal symbol is hit increases, the frequency that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is increased, and the start winning state is easily set (high base state).

  In addition, by changing to the short time state (special symbol short time state) in which the variation time (variable display period) of special symbols and staging symbols is shortened, the variation time of special symbols and staging symbols is shortened. The frequency at which the production symbol changes is increased (in other words, the reserved memory is quickly digested), and the situation in which an invalid start prize is generated can be reduced. Therefore, an effective start winning is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility of a big hit game being increased.

  Furthermore, by making transitions to all the states shown above (open extended state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state), it will be easier to win a start (shift to a high base state). May be. In addition, it is easier to win a start (high base) by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). Transition to a state). In addition, it is easier to win a start by shifting to any one of the above states (open extended state, normal symbol probability changing state, normal symbol short time state, and special symbol short time state). You may make it move to a base state.

  Further, above the effect display device 9, it is possible to advance from a position shown in the figure (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as “retracted position”) to a position superimposed on the effect display device 9 (hereinafter also referred to as “advance position”). A movable movable object 50 is provided. Specifically, the movable accessory 50 is configured to be able to advance to an advance position that shields at least part of a suggestion image (details will be described later) displayed on the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. The I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54, so that the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31.

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to win a jackpot based on a display result of variable symbol special display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing Based on the fact that the winning time is the reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a numeric data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), numeric data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update rule selection. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random numbers can be improved.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The numerical data obtained by the execution is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  An information output circuit 64 that outputs information output signals such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer via the terminal board 160 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received, and display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying effect symbols is performed.

  The effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35 and from the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70. Control the sound output.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

  The effect control board 80 includes an effect control CPU 101 and an effect control microcomputer 100 including a RAM for storing information related to effects such as effect symbol process flags. The RAM may be externally attached. In this embodiment, the RAM in the production control microcomputer 100 is not backed up. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the effect display device 9 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100, and maps a VRAM therein. VRAM is a buffer memory for developing image data. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the effect display device 9 via the frame memory.

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading out necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The CGROM stores character image data and moving image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols (including effect symbols), and background image data in advance. ROM. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in response to the instruction from the effect control CPU 101. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 125 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the cross key 150 has been detected from the cross sensor 155 via the input port 106.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a signal for driving the LED to the lamp driver board 35 via the output port 105. Further, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound number data to the audio output board 70 via the output port 104. Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives a motor 86 for operating the movable accessory 50 via the output port 105.

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

  In the voice output board 70, the sound number data is input to the voice synthesis IC 703 via the input driver 702. The voice synthesizing IC 703 generates voice or sound effect according to the sound number data, and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 705. The amplification circuit 705 outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC 703 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 706 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 704 stores control data corresponding to the sound number data. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data showing the output form of the sound effect or sound in a time series in a predetermined period (for example, the changing period of the effect design). The voice synthesis IC 703 generates a voice and outputs the voice to the speaker 27 when a predetermined request is received from the effect control board 80.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the game machine and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes a high level, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid. The main processing after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set for the stack pointer (step S3). In step S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set to the mode indicating the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (step S5). By the processing in step S5, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits) are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also incorporates an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC) 504.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the RAM 55 in an accessible state (step S6), and proceeds to a clear signal check process.

  Note that a software delay process for delaying the start timing of the game device control process (game control process) for controlling the progress of the game by software may be executed. By such software delay processing, the start timing of the game control processing can be delayed as compared with the case where the software delay processing is not executed. When the delay process is executed, a situation occurs in which the microcomputer of the other control board cannot receive the command transmitted from the game control board (main board 31) to the other control board (for example, the payout control board 37). Can be prevented.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the clear switch is turned on (step S7). Note that the CPU 56 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once via the input port 0, but may confirm the state of the clear signal a plurality of times. For example, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is an off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), the state of the clear signal is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the on state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the on state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is the off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time, the state of the clear signal may be confirmed again. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  If the clear switch is not turned on in step S7, whether or not data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) has been performed when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped Confirm (step S8). In this embodiment, when power supply is stopped, a process for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 determines that the power supply stop processing has been performed, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop is stored. . When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not performed, the CPU 56 executes an initialization process.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined by the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process corresponding to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in step S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the CPU 56 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (step S9). In this embodiment, clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checksum is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above processing is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the CPU 56 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as the checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In step S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area may be different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process (the process of steps S10 to S14) executed when the power is turned on, not when the power supply is stopped is stopped. Run.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs a game state restoration process for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain as they are. The parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, etc.), the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), This is a portion where data indicating the number of payout prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S44). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. Also, the initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a special symbol process flag, a winning ball flag, a ball-out flag, and the like are selectively processed according to the control state. An initial value is set in a flag for performing the above.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the start address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S13), and transmits an initialization command for initializing the sub board according to the contents to the sub board. Processing is executed (step S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the effect display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuit 503 (step S15).

  Then, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt setting process for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 4 ms) ( Step S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 4 ms.

  When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the CPU 56 first disables the interrupt (step S17), executes the initial value random number update process (step S18a) and the display random number update process (step S18b), The interrupt is permitted again (step S19). That is, the CPU 56 sets the interrupt disabled state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are executed, and interrupts enable state when the initial value random number update process and the display random number update process are finished. To.

  The initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. The initial value random number is a random number for determining the type of jackpot (for example, a jackpot symbol determining random number for determining a special symbol for generating a jackpot or whether to shift the gaming state to a probable state) Initial value of the count value such as a counter (determination random number generation counter) for generating a probability variation determining random number for generating, a normal random number for determining whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process described later (a process in which a game control microcomputer controls itself a game device such as an effect display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15, a ball payout device 97 provided in the gaming machine, or When the count value of the determination random number generation counter makes one round in a process of transmitting a command signal to cause another microcomputer to control, or a gaming apparatus control process), an initial value is set in the counter.

  The display random number is a random number for determining the display of the special symbol display 8. In this embodiment, as a display random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol, or a random number for determining a reach for determining whether or not to reach when a big hit is not generated, is used. Used. The display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number.

  In addition, when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed by the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process also in the timer interrupt process described later (that is, the timer This is because the same process is executed in steps S26 and S27 of the interrupt process), so as to avoid conflict with the process in the timer interrupt process. That is, if a timer interrupt is generated during the processing of steps S18a and S18b and the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, The continuity of values may be impaired. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the processing of steps S18a and S18b.

  Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When a timer interrupt occurs during execution of the main process, specifically, in a period during which interruption is permitted during execution of the loop process of steps S17 to S19, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 A timer interrupt process that is activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt is executed. In the timer interrupt process, the CPU 56 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether the power-on signal is turned on) (step S20). Then, the CPU 56 inputs detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 through the switch circuit 58, and detects the input of each switch. (Switch process: Step S21). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display is executed according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S36 and S37.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning notification process for detecting the occurrence of an abnormal winning at the special winning opening and notifying the abnormality (step S24).

  After step S24, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a random number for determination per ordinary symbol used for game control (determination random number update process: step S25). ). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number (initial value random number update process: step S26). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number (display random number update process: step S27).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S28). In the special symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S29). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command related to the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the special symbol to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect symbol command control process: step S30). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the effect symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variable display period) is the same.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as a start port signal supplied to the hall management computer, a symbol determination number 1 signal, a symbol determination number 2 signal, a jackpot 1 to 3 signal, a time reduction signal, and the like. (Step S31).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (step S32). Specifically, the payout control micro mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to the winning detection based on any one of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 being turned on. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process for outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the gaming machine to be confirmed outside the gaming machine, is executed (step S33). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 outputs the contents related to the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port 0 to the output port. (Step S34: Output processing). And CPU56 performs the memory | storage process which checks the increase / decrease in a pending | holding memory | storage number (step S35).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S36). Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S37).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a status display lamp display process for setting status display control data for displaying each status display lamp in an output buffer for setting the status display control data (step S38). In this case, when the gaming state is also controlled to a high probability state (for example, a probability variation state), the state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp indicating the high probability state is set in the output buffer. You may make it do.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S39), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes in steps S21 to S39 (excluding steps S31 and 33) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. There may be a case where a predetermined combination of effects that does not reach reach is stopped and displayed without reaching reach. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “non-reach” (also referred to as “normally shift”) in a case where the variable display result is a loss symbol.

  When the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is started after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. After reaching the reach state, a reach effect is executed, and a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become a jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach out”) when the variable display result is “out of”.

  In this embodiment, when the big win symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Eventually, the effect symbols are all stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas 9L, 9C, and 9R on the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, the non-reach PA 1-1 to the non-reach are used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect design is “non-reach”. A variation pattern of reach PA1-4 is prepared. Further, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are variations patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “out of” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2, Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-2, Super PB3-5 to Super PB3-6 are prepared. Note that, as shown in FIG. 6, re-variation is performed once for the variation pattern of the non-reach PA 1-4 that is used when the reach is not performed and is accompanied by a pseudo-continuous effect. Of the variation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition, when normal PB2-1 is used, re-variation is performed once. Further, the variation pattern of non-reach PA1-2 used when not reaching is a variation pattern for shortening variation, and the variation time of the effect design is shortened to a short time (3.0 seconds in this example). . Of the variation patterns that are used for reaching and have a pseudo-continuous effect, when normal PB2-2 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-1 to super PA3-2 among the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-rendition effects, re-variation is performed three times. Note that the re-variation means that the variable display of the effect symbol is executed again after temporarily stopping the effect symbol that is once deviated from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. .

  Also, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2-3 to normal P22-3 as normal patterns corresponding to the case where the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol. Variation patterns of PB2-4, super PA3-3 to super PA3-4, super PB3-3 to super PB3-4, super PB3-7 to super PB3-8 are prepared.

  Moreover, as shown in FIG. 6, when using normal PB2-3 among the fluctuation patterns accompanied with the effect of a pseudo-continuous, re-change is performed once. Of the fluctuation patterns used for reaching and accompanied by pseudo-continuous effects, when normal PB2-4 is used, re-variation is performed twice. Furthermore, when using super PA3-3 to super PA3-4 among the fluctuation patterns that are used for reaching and have the effect of pseudo-ream, re-variation is performed three times.

  In the present embodiment, it is configured such that an accessory suggestion effect can be executed in a variation that develops into a super reach without a pseudo-ream. The effect suggestion effect suggests that the movement of the movable accessory 50 is controlled, and the movable accessory 50 is operated (dropped) when it is a big hit, and the movable accessory 50 is operated when it is off. It is an effect that does not cause (fall). Specifically, Super PB3-5 to Super PB3-6 have a fluctuating variation pattern after the selection of a role suggestion in Super Reach, and Super PB3-7 to Super PB3-8 have a role suggestion selection in Super Reach. It is a variation pattern that is a big hit.

  Although details will be described later, in the role suggestion effect, the movable role 50 may be operated based on detection of an operation by the player. At that time, in the role suggestion effect in the variation with Super Reach A, it is possible to operate the movable character 50 by detecting the pressing operation on the push button 120, and in the role suggestion effect in the variation with Super Reach B, the stick controller The movable accessory 50 can be operated by detecting the tilting operation to 122.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the case of a big hit, Super Reach B accompanied by an accessory suggestion effect is more likely to occur than Super Reach A accompanied by an accessory suggestion effect (selection ratio of variation pattern) Is super PB3-8> super PB3-7) On the other hand, if it is out of place, Super Reach A with a role suggesting effect occurs more than Super Reach B with a role suggesting effect. (The variation pattern selection ratio is super PB3-5> super PB3-6). Therefore, the reliability for the big hit is higher in the case where the super reach B accompanied by the accessory suggestion effect is performed than in the case where the super reach A accompanied by the accessory suggestion effect is performed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the variation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, the variation time is 32 in the case of Super Reach A with pseudo-ream). It is fixed at .75 seconds, and in the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds or 25.75 seconds depending on whether or not the performance suggestion effect is executed) However, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, the variation time may be varied according to the total number of pending storage. For example, even with the same type of super reach, the variation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storage increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the first reserved memory number. When the variable display of the two special symbols is performed, the variable time may be varied according to the second reserved memory number. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved memory numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved memory numbers 3 and 4). For example, a determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number, and the change time may be varied.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (15R probability variation big hit, 4R probability variation big hit, which will be described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and then the variation pattern determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by reach type, and include a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with super reach A, and a variation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into variable pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of pseudo-continuations, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern without pseudo-ream, a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of one re-variation, It may be divided into a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of two variations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern of three variations. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped according to the presence / absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo ream or a slip effect.

  In step S25 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number (1) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers (random 2, random 3) or initial value random numbers (random 5). In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may use random numbers other than said random number. In this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560 (or hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the jackpot determination random number. Note that a software random number instead of a hardware random number may be used as the jackpot determination random number.

  FIG. 8A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal-time jackpot determination table used in a normal state (that is, a gaming state that is not a probability change state) and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state. Each value described in the left column of FIG. 8 (A) is set in the normal jackpot determination table, and each value described in the right column of FIG. 8 (A) is set in the probability change jackpot determination table. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 8A is a jackpot determination value.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches any of the big hit determination values, it is decided to make a big hit (15R probability variation big hit, 4R probability variation big hit, which will be described later) for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 8A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, deciding whether or not to win a jackpot means deciding whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot symbol.

  FIGS. 8B and 8C are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 131 a and 131 b stored in the ROM 54. Among these, FIG. 8 (B) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). This is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a. FIG. 8C shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the hold memory based on the game ball having won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner). Is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, based on a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type, the jackpot type is set to “15R probability variable big hit”, It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of “4R probability variation big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, 10 determination values are assigned to “15R probability variation big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (40 minutes). Is determined to be a 15R probability variation jackpot at a rate of 10), whereas 30 judgment values are assigned to the “15R probability variation jackpot” in the jackpot type determination table 131b (ratio of 30/40) Will be described as 15R probability variation big hit). Therefore, in this embodiment, the start prize is given to the second start prize port 14 and the second special symbol is displayed rather than the case where the first special symbol variation display is executed after the start prize is given to the first start prize slot 13. When the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “15R probability variation big hit” is higher.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, there are “15R probability variation big hit” and “4R probability variation big hit” as big hit types. In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is two types of 15 rounds and four rounds, but the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is shown in this embodiment. It can't be limited to things. For example, there may be provided a 10R probability variable jackpot that is controlled to 10 round jackpot game, a 7R probability variable jackpot that is controlled to 7 round jackpot game, and a 5R probability variable jackpot that is controlled to 5 round jackpot game. In this embodiment, the case where there are two types of jackpot types, “15R probability variation jackpot” and “4R probability variation jackpot”, is not limited to two types, but for example, three or more types of jackpot types are provided. You may do it. Conversely, the jackpot type may be less than two types, for example, only one type may be provided as the jackpot type.

  The “15R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to the big round gaming state of 15 rounds and shifts to the probability changed state after the big hit gaming state is finished. Are also migrated). Then, until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (50 times), the probability variation state and the time reduction state are continued. Hereinafter, the gaming state controlled to the probability variation state and the short time state may be referred to as “high probability high base state”, and the state that is not controlled to either the probability variation state or the short time state may be referred to as “low probability low base state”. .

  “4R probability variable big hit” is a big hit that is controlled to a four-round big hit gaming state, and shifts to the probability changed state after the big hit gaming state is finished. Are also migrated). Then, until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (50 times), the probability variation state and the time reduction state are continued.

  In the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b, numerical values to be compared with a random value of 1, and determination values (big hit type determination values) corresponding to each of “15R probability variation big hit” and “4R probability variation big hit” are set. ing. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  FIG. 9 and FIG. 10 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 9 and FIG. 10, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. (Each corresponding to a variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each variation pattern that can be used, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to start variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H), and the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a special symbol specifying command (or symbol variation designation command). Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or variable display of the second special symbol may be included in the variation pattern command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol and derives and displays the display result.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed. When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the gaming control microcomputer 560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  Command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

  Commands A001 to A002 (H) are effect control commands for displaying a fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of a big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). In this embodiment, depending on the type of jackpot, either a jackpot start 1 designation command or a jackpot start 2 designation command is used. Specifically, if it is “15R probability variation big hit”, the big hit start 1 designation command (A001 (H)) is used, and if it is “4R probability variation big hit”, the big hit start 2 designation command (A002 (H)) ) Is used.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a special winning opening) indicating a display of the number of times (round) indicated by XX while the special winning opening is open. Since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round, and the command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted, a different command for opening a special prize opening is transmitted for each round. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data for each round and the designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted, a different designation command after opening the special winning opening is transmitted for each round.

  The commands A301 (H) and A302 (H) display a jackpot end screen, that is, an effect control command for specifying the end of the jackpot game (a jackpot end 1 designation command: an ending 1 designation command, a jackpot end 2 designation command: an ending) 2 designation command). The big hit end 1 designation command (A301 (H)) is used when the big hit game by “15R probability variable big hit” is ended. The big hit end 2 designation command (A302 (H)) is used when the big hit game by “4R probability variable big hit” is ended.

  Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the normal state. Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the probability change state.

  Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has increased by one. Command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first reserved memory number has decreased by one. Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has decreased by one.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command described above from the game control micro computer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the display state of the lamp is changed, or the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol whenever there is a start prize and variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  In addition, as the transmission method of the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 by the eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7, In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-shaped (rectangular wave-shaped) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process.

  In the example shown in FIG. 9 and FIG. 10, the change pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed as variable display (change) and second special display of the effect symbol corresponding to the change of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a. An effect display that can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and that produces an effect with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is possible to prevent an increase in the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 when controlling the effect parts such as the device 9.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S26) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the first start port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 or that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if a start winning to the first start winning opening 13 or a start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the start opening switch passing process is performed. Execute (Steps S311 and S312). Then, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processes in steps S300 to S307 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage number buffer (total number of reserved storage). The stored number of numerical data stored in the pending storage number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total pending storage number counter. If the count value of the total pending storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In case of big hit, set big hit flag. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) is defined as the variation display variation time of the special symbol Decide to do. Also, a variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result designation command transmission process (step S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the design control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control to transmit the specified command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example). In this embodiment, as will be described later, a special symbol display control for stopping and displaying a special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol display control process based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data, and the special symbol stop symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting contents of the output buffer in the display control processing in step S22.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S306 (6 in this example). Note that the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the special prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control for causing the production control microcomputer 100 to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. Further, a process for setting a flag (for example, a probability variation flag) indicating a gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (step S1211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step S1217. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (step S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step S1217.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S1213), and the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1214). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 13) (step S1215). . In the process of step S1215, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are not extracted and stored in advance in the storage area in the start port switch passing process (at the time of start winning). You may make it extract at the time of the change start of 1 special symbol. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 directly extracts a value from a variation pattern type determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) in a variation pattern setting process to be described later, A value may be directly extracted from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a determination random number (random 3).

  FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 13, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1216).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is in an on state (step S1217). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (step S1218). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (step S1219), and the value of the aggregate reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number Is increased by 1 (step S1220). Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 13) (step S1221). . In the process of step S1221, a random R (big hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for random pattern determination (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the start-port switch passing process (at the time of start winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the second special symbol. May be. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved memory number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S222).

  14 and 15 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, if the customer waiting demonstration designation command has not yet been transmitted, control is performed to send the customer waiting demonstration designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S51A), and the processing is performed. finish. For example, when the CPU 56 transmits a customer waiting demonstration designation command in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted. When the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interruption is executed after sending the customer waiting demo designation command, the customer waiting demonstration request command is repeatedly set based on the fact that the customer waiting demo designation command transmission completed flag is set. Control should be performed so that the demo designation command is not transmitted. In this case, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmission completion flag may be reset when the next special symbol variation display is started.

  If the total reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second reserved memory number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved memory number counter is zero. If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 has a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to data indicating “second” (step S53). If the second reserved memory number is 0 (that is, only the first reserved memory number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, control is performed so that the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is established in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 determines each disturbance stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory number buffer. The numerical value is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory number buffer. And stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and saves each storage area in the first reserved memory number buffer. Shift the contents of. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory number buffer are shifted.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 saves the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Are stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, it is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Each random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1.

  Therefore, the order in which each random value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved memory number (or each second reserved memory number) is extracted is always the first reserved memory number (or (Second reserved storage number) = 1, 2, 3, 4 in order.

  Then, the CPU 56 decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (step S58). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

  Moreover, CPU56 performs control which transmits a background designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for effect control according to the present game state (step S60). In this case, when the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a probability variation state background designation command. Further, if the probability variation flag is not set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  In this embodiment, the background designation command is transmitted every time for each variation. For example, it is determined at the start of the variation whether or not the gaming state has changed since the previous variation. Only when the state changes, the background designation command corresponding to the changed gaming state may be transmitted. With such a configuration, the number of transmissions of the background designation command can be reduced, and the processing burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) is given. Set to pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect symbol command control process (step S30). In this embodiment, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the effect control microcomputer in the order of the background designation command, the variation pattern command, the display result designation command, and the reserved memory number subtraction designation command for each timer interrupt. 100 will be transmitted. Specifically, when the change of the special symbol is started, first, the background designation command is transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms elapses, the display result designation command is transmitted after elapse of 4 ms, and further after 4 ms elapses. A pending storage count subtraction designation command is transmitted. In addition, the symbol variation designation command (the first symbol variation designation command, the second symbol variation designation command) is also transmitted when the special symbol variation starts, but the symbol variation designation command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. ”Or“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, that is,“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14. Data is set in the special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of steps S300 to S307 can be shared between the case where the first special symbol is the target and the case where the second special symbol is the target.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area and executes a jackpot determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot determination random number extracted in steps S1215 and S1221 of the start port switch passage processing and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs the jackpot determination. The jackpot determination module is a program that compares a jackpot determination value (see FIG. 8) determined in advance with a jackpot determination random number, and executes a process of determining a jackpot if they match. In other words, this is a program for executing the big hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is in a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of winning a big hit is higher than in the case where the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state). Specifically, a jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the right side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 are set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and the number of jackpot determination values are definitely changed. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When in the gaming state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 8A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. If it is determined to be a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S62. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. There is also.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be 15R probability variation big hit or 4R probability variation big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. When the big hit is decided, the special symbol variation display is terminated and the stop symbol is stopped. Is reset at a timing to end or 50 times of special symbol variation display.

  If the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match any of the jackpot determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S66 as it is.

  In step S62, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit. Then, the jackpot type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S63). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8B. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects a big hit type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8C.

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select the type corresponding to the value of the random number (random 1) for determining the big hit type stored in the random number buffer area (“15R probability variable big hit”, “ 4R probability variation jackpot ") is determined as the jackpot type (step S64). In this case, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot type determination random number extracted in steps S1215 and S1221 of the start port passing process and stored in advance in the first hold memory buffer and the second hold memory buffer, and determines the jackpot type. .

  Further, the CPU 56 sets data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S65). For example, when the big hit type is “15R probability variable big hit”, “01” is set as data indicating the big hit type, and when the big hit type is “4R positive variable big hit”, “02” is set as the data indicating the big hit type. Is done.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a special symbol stop symbol (step S66). Specifically, when the big hit flag is not set, “−” as a special symbol is determined as a stop symbol of the special symbol. When the big hit flag is set, one of the big hit symbols is determined as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type. That is, when “15R probability variation big hit” is determined, “7” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol, and when “4R probability variation big hit” is determined, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol.

  In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is shown, but the method for determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is as follows. It is not limited to what is shown in the embodiment. For example, a table in which a special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type are associated in advance is prepared, and a special symbol stop symbol is first determined based on a random number for determining the big hit type. You may comprise so that a classification may also be determined.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S67).

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines which of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables as a table used to determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types according to the big hit type. Is selected (step S92). Then, control goes to a step S98.

  When the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set (step S93). The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, it is determined to be 15R probability variation big hit or 4R probability variation big hit, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. When the big hit is decided, the special symbol variation display is terminated and the stop symbol is stopped. Is reset at the timing of ending or 50 variable display ends. If the probability variation flag is set (Y in step S93), the CPU 56 uses a variation pattern type determination table for deviation for probability variation as a table used to determine one of the plurality of variation pattern types. Select (step S97). Then, control goes to a step S98.

  If the probability variation flag is not set (N in Step S93), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Step S94). If the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S94), the CPU 56 uses a normal deviation variation pattern type determination table as a table used to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types. Is selected (step S95). Then, control goes to a step S98.

  When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S94), the CPU 56 uses the table for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types as a table used for declining the variation time. A variation pattern type determination table is selected (step S96). Then, control goes to a step S98.

  In this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more by executing the processing of steps S93 to S96, the deviation variation pattern type determination table for variation time reduction is selected. Further, when the gaming state is a probability variation state, a probability variation variation pattern type determination table is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S98 described later, and when the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the process changes in step S99. Short reach variation non-reach PA1-2 is determined as a pattern. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the probability variation state or when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortening variation may be performed.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation used in the probability variation state and the variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages are different tables. A common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for variation.

  Even if the gaming state is a probable change state, if the total number of pending storage is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0, or 1), a change display of a shortened change is performed. It may not be possible. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S93, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total pending storage number is almost zero. A determination table may be selected.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads random 2 (random number for variation pattern type determination) from the random number buffer area (the first reserved storage buffer or the second reserved storage buffer) and selects it in the process of steps S92, S83, S97, S95 or S96. By referring to the table, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S98). In the case where the random number 2 (variation pattern type determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type for generating the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2). A value may be directly extracted from the random number counter for use, and the variation pattern type may be determined based on the extracted random value.

  Next, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S98, the CPU 56 uses a jackpot variation pattern determination table and a loss variation pattern determination table as tables used to determine one of a plurality of variation patterns. One of them is selected (step S99). Further, the random pattern 3 (random number for variation pattern determination) is read from the random number buffer area (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer), and the variation pattern is determined by referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in the process of step S99. Is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S100). When the random number 3 (variation pattern determination random number) is not extracted at the start winning timing, the CPU 56 uses the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). It is also possible to extract the value directly from and to determine the variation pattern based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S101). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first symbol variation designation command. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second symbol variation designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S102).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S103). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S104).

  In the case where it is determined to be out of place, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination. Then, based on the determination result as to whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S93 to S96 and S98 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, a variation pattern type determination table for non-reach and a variation pattern type determination table for reach are prepared in advance, and one of the variation pattern type determination tables is selected based on the reach determination result. The variation pattern type may be determined.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number, depending on the total reserved memory number (which may be the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number), Reach determination tables having different selection ratios may be selected, and it may be determined whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved memories increases.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit any effect control command (see FIG. 9) of display result 1 designation to display result 3 designation according to the determined type of jackpot or loss. Do. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S105). If not set, the process proceeds to step S109. When the big hit flag is set, if the big hit type is “15R probability variation big hit”, control for transmitting a display result 2 designation command is performed (steps S106 and S107). Whether or not it is “15R probability variation big hit” is specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S65 of the special symbol normal processing is “01”. it can. Further, when the big hit type is “4R probability variation big hit”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S106 and S108). Whether or not it is “4R probability variation big hit” is specifically determined by checking whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S65 of the special symbol normal processing is “02”. it can.

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N of step S105), that is, when it is out of place, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (step S109).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S110).

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S131). If the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state if it is set (step S132).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a big hit start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is a 15R probability variable jackpot, a jackpot start 1 designation command is transmitted. When the jackpot type is 4R probability variation jackpot, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. Whether the big hit type is 15R probability variation big hit or 4R probability variation big hit is determined based on the data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the big hit type buffer).

  In addition, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying that the jackpot has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) in the timer before opening the big prize opening (step S134). Note that the pre-winner pre-opening timer is a timer for measuring the time until the big winning opening is opened during the big hit game. Specifically, at the start of the big hit game, in step S134, the time required from the start of the variable display to the start of the first round (the variable display is stopped on the effect control microcomputer 100 side and the jackpot symbol is displayed). The time before the first round is started until the start of the first round is set as the pre-opening timer. For the first and subsequent rounds, the interval time between the rounds (apparatus at the time of performing the interval effect between the rounds on the effect control microcomputer 100 side) is set as the timer before opening the big prize opening.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the number of releases corresponding to the jackpot type in the number-of-release counter (step S135). For example, 15 times is set in the open count counter for 15R probability variation big hit, and 4 times is set for 4R probability variation big hit.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S137).

  If the big hit flag is not set in step S131, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S141). If it is not set, that is, if it is in the normal state, step 56 is performed. The process proceeds to S150. When the probability variation flag is set, that is, when the probability variation state is set, the value of the probability variation counter is decremented by 1 (step S142), and it is determined whether or not the value of the probability variation counter is 0 (step S143). . If not 0, the process proceeds to step S150. If it becomes 0, the probability variation flag is reset (step S144), and the process proceeds to step S150. As a result, the state is changed from the certain change state to the normal state when triggered by a predetermined number of times (50 times). In step S150, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S150).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S160). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S164. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S161), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S162). Here, in the case of 15R probability variation big hit, a big hit end 1 designation command is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the processing is ended.

  In step S164, 1 is subtracted from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 sets the probability change flag and shifts the gaming state to the probability change state (step S167). Then, “50” is set in the probability variation counter (step S168), and the process proceeds to step S171.

  In step S171, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S171).

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the special symbol display control process (step S36) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, whether or not the special symbol changing process is being executed) (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the special symbol variation processing is being executed), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol display control data for special symbol variation display for setting the special symbol display control data. Processing for setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates the special symbol display control data for performing variable symbol special display. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol display on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 checks whether the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, whether the special symbol stop process is being executed) (step S3203). ). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, when the special symbol stop processing is entered), the CPU 56 stops the special symbol stop symbol set in the special symbol normal processing. Processing for setting the display control data in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the special symbol stop symbol. After that, display control processing (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol displays 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The special symbol stop symbols are stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. In addition, since the setting data is not changed after the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for the stop symbol display is set, the latest special symbol display control data is displayed in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol is stopped and displayed until the next variable display is started. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol variation process), the special symbol variation display is performed. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, the display result designation command transmission process also varies in order to prevent a deviation between the variation time recognized on the game control microcomputer 560 side and the variation time recognized on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. What is necessary is just to comprise so that 1 may subtract a time timer.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag. However, in the special symbol process, the start flag is set at the start of the variation of the special symbol. In addition, an end flag may be set at the end of the variation of the special symbol. In the special symbol display control process (step S36), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the start flag being set, and based on the end flag being set. Thus, special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol may be set.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 4 ms) (step S701). .

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step) S704).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process (step S706). In the 4th symbol process, the process corresponding to the current control state (4th symbol process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the 4th symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9 are selected. The display control of the 4th symbol is executed.

  After step S706, a random number update process for updating a count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 22 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a ring buffer type command receiving buffer capable of storing six 2-byte effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIGS. 9 and 10) the effect control command stored in the buffer area is. Note that the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal is executed in preference to the timer interrupt process executed every 4 ms.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example of command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612). When read, the value of the read pointer is incremented by +2 (step S613). The reason for +2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read at a time.

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S614), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S615). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S616).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 10 designation command) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result designation command storage area (step S618A).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S620). The confirmation command reception flag is a flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been normally received.

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start 1 designation command or a jackpot start 2 designation command (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag or a jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag ( Step S622). In this embodiment, the jackpot start 1 designation command reception flag and the jackpot start 2 designation command reception flag set in step S622 are also referred to as fanfare flags.

  If the received effect control command is a normal state background designation command (step S679), the effect control CPU 101 changes the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 to a background screen corresponding to the normal state (for example, a blue display color). Background screen) (step S680).

  If the received effect control command is a probability change state background designation command (step S682), the effect control CPU 101 uses the background screen displayed on the effect display device 9 as a background screen (for example, a red display). Color background screen) (step S683).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag according to the received effect control command or executes a process (step S691). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled and variable display of the effect symbol is realized. However, control related to variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process. It should be noted that the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of the second special symbol may be executed by separate effect control process processing. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is being executed depending on which representation control process processing is performing the variation display of the representation symbol.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the change pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change start process (step S801).

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the production symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to either the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception wait process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S804): When the big hit is reached, after the variation time is over, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit. For example, when a fanfare designation command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805).

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, if a display command indicating that the special winning opening is open is received, the display control of the number of rounds is performed.

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a display command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the big prize opening is after being opened (closed), an interval display is performed.

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. For example, when an ending designation command for designating the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8001). Next, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8001 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Design) is determined (step S8002). That is, when the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of step S8002, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means. A display result determining means for determining (design) is realized. If a variation pattern that designates a pseudo-ream is also used and the pseudo-ream is designated by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101, in step S8002, obtains a chance eye symbol (as a temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream) ( For example, a combination of symbols that are not reachable, such as “223” and “445”, but that is not one reach and one symbol is shifted) is also determined. The effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined effect stop symbols in the effect symbol display result storage area. In step S8002, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and may determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based only on the variation pattern command. .

  FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 27, when the received display result designation command indicates “15R probability variation big hit” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 A combination of effect symbols in which the three symbols are arranged in the same odd number as the stop symbols is determined. When the received display result designation command indicates “4R probability variation big hit” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 3 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 uses 3 symbols as stop symbols. Determines the combination of performance symbols arranged with the same even number of symbols.

  In the case of “out of” (when the received display result designation command is a display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols in which two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of effect symbols and numerical values are associated with each other to generate the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating the combination of effect symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

  In addition, as for the effect symbols, a stop symbol reminiscent of a big hit (a combination of symbols in which the left, middle and right are all the same symbols) is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that recalls a loss is called a loss symbol.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 executes a notice effect setting process for setting the notice effect (step S8003). Here, for example, whether or not the starting change is a big hit, if it is a big hit, which type of big hit, or a predetermined notice effect (for example, reliability for the big hit) Whether or not to perform step-up advancement that develops to a stage corresponding to the player, button effect that switches the effect screen by receiving an operation from the player to the operation member, etc.) is determined.

  After step S8003, the effect control CPU 101 performs a promotion effect setting process related to the setting of the promotion effect (step S8003A). The promotion effect is an effect that prompts the player to perform an operation on the push button 120 or the stick controller 122 in the above-described accessory suggestion effect.

  After step S8003A, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the effect set in the notice effect and the promotion effect setting process when the change pattern and the notice effect are executed (step S8004). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8005).

  FIG. 28 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes, for example, data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the effect symbol (display of the effect display device 9 in addition to the display mode of the effect symbol) (Including other aspects of the screen) Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. Further, the production time in the production mode is set in the process timer set value. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table, displays the effect design in the form set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and displays the character image or background displayed on the display screen. Control to display. In addition, the flashing of the light emitter is controlled in a manner set in the lamp control execution data and the sound number data, and the sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled.

  The process table shown in FIG. 28 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. The process table is prepared according to the contents of each variation pattern and notice effect. If it is decided to execute the notice effect in the process of step S8004 or the like, it is not decided to select the process table in which data corresponding to the notice effect is set and to execute the notice effect. In this case, a process table for which data corresponding to the notice effect is not set is selected.

  Also, in the process table used when effect control is executed for a variation pattern with reach effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time further elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbols is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-ream and the sliding effect. May be.

  After step S8005, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect device (effect display device 9, speaker 27, LED, and accessory) according to the contents of the process data 1 (step S8006).

  After step S8006, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step S8007). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8008).

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a promotion effect setting process. In the promotion effect setting process, first, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the change to be started is a super reach change that does not involve a pseudo-continuity (the change pattern of the change to be started is one of the super PB3-1 to PB3-8). Whether or not) is determined (step S2601).

  In the present embodiment, as described above, it is possible to execute an accessory suggestion effect in a variation (a variation pattern is one of super PB3-1 to PB3-8) in which super reach is performed without accompanying a pseudo-ream. It is possible to execute a promotion effect that prompts the player to perform an operation for suggesting an accessory. As the promotion effect, a first promotion effect that prompts the user to press the push button 120 and a second promotion effect that prompts the user to tilt the stick controller 122 are provided. The first promotion effect is a promotion effect that can be executed by super reach A fluctuation, and the second promotion effect is a promotion effect that can be executed by super reach B fluctuation.

  For example, when an operation on the push button 120 is detected during the effective period of the first promotion effect, the movement control of the movable accessory 50 is performed if it is a big hit, and the operation control of the movable accessory 50 is performed if it is off. I will not. Further, for example, when an operation to the stick controller 122 is detected during the effective period in the second promotion effect, the movement control of the movable accessory 50 is performed if it is a big hit; Is not done.

  In addition, in the case of fluctuations in which super reach is performed without accompanying a pseudo-ream (any one of the change patterns is super PB3-1 to PB3-8), a suggestion image (in the super reach) suggesting the content of the production scheduled to be executed ( There may be a specific effect indicating whether or not to display “stock image”.

  As a specific effect, the 1st specific effect using the 1st roulette displayed in the approximate center of effect display device 9, and the 2nd specification using the 2nd roulette displayed in the approximate lower part of effect display device 9 Production is provided. Specifically, when the first specific effect is executed, the first roulette is variably displayed, and is stopped and displayed with a predetermined symbol (for example, a symbol indicating a button (large), a symbol indicating a button (small)). If the display is stopped with a symbol (for example, “x”) different from the predetermined symbol, no suggestion image is displayed. Further, when executing the second specific effect, the three cells in the second roulette are sequentially lit and displayed, and the symbol corresponding to the cell that was lit last is a predetermined symbol (for example, lever (large)). , Lever (small)) indicates that a suggestion image is displayed, and if the symbol corresponding to the last lighted square is different from the predetermined symbol (for example, “×”), any It is shown that no suggestion image is displayed.

  As the suggestion image, a first suggestion image (button image) suggesting that the first promotion effect is performed and a second suggestion image (lever image) suggesting that the second promotion effect is performed are provided. Yes. The first suggestion image (button image) is an image simulating the push button 120, and includes a button (large) having high reliability with respect to the big hit, and a button (small) having lower reliability with respect to the big hit than the button (large). Is provided. The second suggestion image (lever image) is an image simulating the stick controller 122, and a lever (large) with high reliability for the big hit and a lever (small) with lower reliability for the big hit than the lever (large). Is provided.

  When the first specific effect is executed, a pattern indicating that the button (large) is displayed as the suggestion image, a pattern indicating that the button (small) is displayed as the suggestion image, and any suggestion image are displayed. There are patterns that are shown not to. That is, when the first specific effect is performed, it is a configuration that can determine to display the button image as the suggestion image, and a configuration that cannot determine to display the lever image as the suggestion image.

  When the second specific effect is executed, a pattern indicating that the lever (large) is displayed as the suggestion image, a pattern indicating that the lever (small) is displayed as the suggestion image, and any suggestion image are displayed. There are patterns that are shown not to. That is, when the second specific effect is performed, it is a configuration that can determine to display the lever image as the suggestion image, and a configuration that cannot determine to display the button image as the suggestion image.

  Hereinafter, a pattern of a specific effect indicated to display any suggestion image is referred to as a “success pattern”, and a pattern of a specific effect indicated not to display any suggestion image may be referred to as a “failure pattern”. . Also, there are cases where “successful” means that the specific effect of the success pattern is performed and “failures” that the specific effect of the failure pattern is performed.

  When any suggestion image is displayed, a stock release effect indicating that the promotion effect based on the suggestion image is executed is performed before the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image is executed. Specifically, a character display such as “stock release” is performed on the effect display device 9.

  In step S2601, if it is not a super reach variation without a pseudo-ream, the promotion effect setting process is terminated as it is. In the case of a super reach variation not accompanied by a pseudo-ream, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the super reach to be executed is the super reach A (the variation pattern of the variation to be started is super PB3-1, PB3-3, PB3- 5 or PB 3-7) (step S 2602), in the case of super reach A, whether or not the first specific effect is executed and which pattern (success / failure) is executed. The first specific effect execution lottery for determining whether to execute the first specific effect in the pattern) is performed (step S2603). Specifically, the first specific effect execution lottery is performed using the first specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 30A is an explanatory diagram showing a first specific effect execution lottery table. In the first specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 30A, whether or not the first specific effect is executed and executed in accordance with the variation pattern (variable display result (big hit, loss) and presence / absence of the accessory suggestion effect). In the example shown in FIG. 30A, the ratio of the assigned determination value is set to simplify the description in the example shown in FIG. 30A. It is shown. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for the first specific effect execution lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned.

  For example, in the case of big hit fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: Super PB3-7) for executing an accessory suggestion effect, executing the first specific effect with the success pattern is 70%, and the first specification with the failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 20% that the effect is executed and at a rate of 10% that the first specific effect is not executed.

  In addition, for example, in the case of an outlier fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: super PB3-5) in which an accessory suggestion effect is executed, the first specific effect is executed in a success pattern at a rate of 50%, and the first in a failure pattern The execution of the specific effect is determined at a rate of 30%, and the execution of the first specific effect is determined at a rate of 20%.

  In addition, for example, in the case of big hit fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: Super PB3-3) that does not execute the accessory suggestion effect, the first specific effect is executed at a rate of 60% in the failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 40%.

  In addition, for example, in the case of a variation that does not execute the accessory suggestion effect (variation pattern: super PB3-1), the first specific effect is executed at a rate of 30% in the failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 70%.

  Thereafter, when it is determined that the first specific effect is not to be executed (N in Step S2604), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to Step S2615. If it is determined to execute the first specific effect (Y in step S2604), the effect control CPU 101 determines the first suggestion image to be displayed if it is a successful pattern (Y in step S2605). 1 suggestion image type determination lottery is performed (step S2606). Specifically, the first suggestion image type determination lottery is performed using the first suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 30C is an explanatory diagram of a first suggestion image type determination lottery table. In the first suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG. 30C, the determination value corresponding to the first suggestion image type (button (large), button (small)) according to the variable display result (big hit, loss). In the example shown in FIG. 30C, the ratio of the assigned determination value is shown in order to simplify the description. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a first suggestion image type determination lottery random number, and determines the determination item to which a determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned.

  For example, if the variable display result is a big hit, the suggestion image is determined at a ratio of 70% for buttons (large) and 30% for buttons (small).

  Further, for example, when the variable display result is out of order, the suggestion image is determined at a ratio of 40% for buttons (large) and 60% for buttons (small).

  Thus, in this embodiment, the reliability for the big hit is button (large)> button (small).

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 sets the first specific effect of the success pattern, the first suggestion image determined in step S2606, the stock release effect, and the first promotion effect (step S2607), and step S2615. Migrate to Thereby, the first specific effect of the success pattern is performed, the first suggestion image is displayed, the stock release effect is performed, and the process table having the content for executing the first promotion effect is selected in step S8004. Yes.

  If the pattern is a failure pattern (N in step S2605), the effect control CPU 101 sets the first specific effect of the failure pattern (step S2608), and proceeds to step S2615. Thereby, the process table of the content which performs the 1st specific production | presentation of a failure pattern is selected in step S8004.

  In step S2602, in the case of super reach B, the effect control CPU 101 executes the second specific effect in any pattern (success / failure pattern) when the second specific effect is executed or not. A second specific effect execution lottery is performed to determine whether or not (step S2609). Specifically, the second specific effect execution lottery is performed using the second specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 30B is an explanatory diagram showing a second specific effect execution lottery table. In the second specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 30B, whether or not the second specific effect is executed and executed according to the variation pattern (variable display result (big hit, loss) and presence / absence of the accessory suggestion effect). In the example shown in FIG. 30B, the ratio of the assigned determination value is set to simplify the explanation in the example shown in FIG. 30B. It is shown. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for the second specific effect execution lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned.

  For example, in the case of big hit fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: Super PB3-8) for executing an accessory suggestion effect, executing the second specific effect with a success pattern is 50%, and the second specification with a failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 30% to execute the effect and at a rate of 20% not to execute the second specific effect.

  In addition, for example, in the case of an outlier fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: super PB3-6) in which an accessory suggestion effect is executed, the second specific effect is executed in a success pattern at a rate of 20%, and the second in a failure pattern. The execution of the specific effect is determined at a rate of 30%, and the execution of the second specific effect is determined at a rate of 50%.

  In addition, for example, in the case of big hit fluctuation (fluctuation pattern: super PB3-4) that does not execute the accessory suggestion effect, the second specific effect is executed at a rate of 55% that the second specific effect is executed with the failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 45%.

  In addition, for example, in the case of an outlier change (variation pattern: super PB3-2) that does not execute the accessory suggestion effect, the second specific effect is executed at a rate of 20% in the failure pattern. It is determined at a rate of 80%.

  Here, when the first specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 30 (A) and the second specific effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 30 (B) are compared, the ratio executed in the success pattern is the first. The specific effect is higher than the second specific effect. That is, when the first specific effect is executed, the display of the suggestive effect and the promotion effect can be executed at a higher rate than when the second specific effect is executed (it is easy to succeed). In addition, as described above, the reliability for the big hit is higher when the super reach B with the accessory suggestion effect is performed than when the super reach B with the accessory suggestion effect is performed. The reliability is first promotion effect <second promotion effect. From these facts, in the present embodiment, the first specific effect is likely to succeed (easy to display a suggestion image), but when successful, the first specific effect has a characteristic that the promotion effect with low reliability for the big hit is executed, The second specific effect has a characteristic that although it is difficult to succeed (it is difficult to display a suggestion image), an acceleration effect with high reliability for the big hit is executed when it is successful.

  Thereafter, when it is determined that the second specific effect is not to be executed (N in step S2610), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S2615. When it is determined to execute the second specific effect (Y in step S2610), if the effect control CPU 101 is a successful pattern (Y in step S2611), the second suggestion image to be displayed is determined. 2 Suggestion image type determination lottery is performed (step S2612). Specifically, the second suggestion image type determination lottery is performed using the second suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 30D is an explanatory diagram showing a second suggestion image type determination lottery table. In the second suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG. 30D, the determination value corresponding to the second suggestion image type (lever (large), lever (small)) according to the variable display result (big hit, miss). In the example shown in FIG. 30D, the ratio of the assigned determination value is shown in order to simplify the description. For example, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a random number for the second suggestion image type determination lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned.

  For example, when the variable display result is a big hit, the suggestion image is determined with a ratio of 80% for the lever (large) and 20% for the lever (small).

  Further, for example, when the variable display result is out of place, the suggestion image is determined at a ratio of 30% for the lever (large) and 70% for the lever (small).

  Thus, in the present embodiment, the reliability for the big hit is such that lever (large)> lever (small).

  Here, when the first suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG. 30C and the second suggestion image type determination lottery table shown in FIG. 30D are compared, a case where the first specific effect is executed, The selection ratio of the displayed suggestion image differs between when the second specific effect is executed. In this way, since any suggestion image can be displayed at a different rate based on the type of the specific effect to be executed, the type of the specific effect can be noticed, and the interest can be improved. it can.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 sets the second specific effect of the success pattern, the second suggestion image determined in step S2612, the stock release effect, and the second promotion effect (step S2613), and step S2615. Migrate to Thereby, the second specific effect of the success pattern is performed, the second suggestion image is displayed, the stock release effect is performed, and the process table having the content for executing the second promotion effect is selected in step S8004. Yes.

  If the pattern is a failure pattern (N in step S2611), the effect control CPU 101 sets the second specific effect of the failure pattern (step S2614), and proceeds to step S2615. Thereby, the process table of the content which performs the 2nd specific production of a failure pattern is selected in step S8004.

  In step S2615, the effect control CPU 101 performs a cut-in effect execution lottery to determine whether or not to execute a cut-in effect and, if so, a cut-in effect type (step S2615). The cut-in effect is an effect in which a specific image is cut-in displayed when a predetermined operation of the player is detected. Specifically, a cut-in effect execution lottery is performed using the cut-in effect execution lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 30E is an explanatory diagram showing a cut-in effect execution lottery table. In the cut-in effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 30 (E), whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the type of cut-in effect (first cut-in effect) to be executed according to the variable display result (big hit, miss) The determination value corresponding to the second cut-in effect) is assigned, but in the example shown in FIG. 30E, the ratio of the assigned determination value is shown in order to simplify the description. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for the cut-in effect execution lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value that matches the extracted random number is assigned.

  The first cut-in effect is an effect that displays a specific image when a push operation on the push button 120 is detected, and the second cut-in effect is a tilt operation to the stick controller 122 detected. In this case, it is an effect to cut-in display a specific image.

  For example, when the variable display result is a big hit, executing the first cut-in effect is 30% and executing the second cut-in effect is 50%, and do not execute the cut-in effect. Is determined at a rate of 20%.

  Further, for example, when the variable display result is out of place, the first cut-in effect is executed at a rate of 20%, and the second cut-in effect is executed at a rate of 10%, and the cut-in effect is not executed. Is determined at a rate of 70%.

  Thereby, the reliability with respect to the big hit is the first cut-in effect <the second cut-in effect.

  When it is determined to execute the cut-in effect, execution of the cut-in effect (first cut-in effect and second cut-in effect) determined in step S2615 is set (step S2617). Thereby, the process table of the content which performs a cut-in effect is selected in step S8004.

  When it is determined not to execute the cut-in effect in step S2615, or after step S2617, the effect control CPU 101 executes an operation pattern determination lottery for determining the operation pattern of the movable accessory 50 (step S2621). ). In the present embodiment, the timing at which the movable accessory 50 can operate includes a first timing, a second timing that is later than the first timing, and a third timing that is later than the second timing. An operation pattern is a combination of timing combinations for operating the movable accessory 50. Note that the first timing to the third timing are all timings after the occurrence of reach, and the timing for displaying the suggestion image is later than the display timing of the suggestion image. The first timing to the third timing may be different timings for each variation pattern, or may be determined uniformly.

  In this embodiment mode, an operation pattern shown in FIG. Specifically, the operation pattern Pt1 for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advance position only at the first timing, the operation pattern Pt2 for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advance position only at the second timing, and only at the third timing. An operation pattern Pt3 for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advance position, an operation pattern Pt4 for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advance position at the first timing and the second timing, and the movable accessory 50 at the first timing and the third timing. Is moved to the advanced position, the operation pattern Pt6 is moved to the advanced position at the second timing and the third timing, and the movable accessory 50 is moved to the advanced position at the first to third timings. An operation pattern Pt7 to be moved is provided. That is, operation patterns Pt1 to Pt3 for operating the movable accessory 50 only once, operation patterns Pt4 to Pt6 for operating twice, and an operation pattern Pt7 for operating three times are provided. In step S2621, specifically, an operation pattern is selected using the operation pattern selection table shown in FIGS. 31 (B) and 31 (C).

  FIG. 31B and FIG. 31C are explanatory diagrams showing an operation pattern selection table. In the operation pattern selection table shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C, whether or not the suggestion image is displayed and the suggestion image (lever (large), lever (small), button (large), button ( Small) and none) are assigned determination values corresponding to operation patterns. In the examples shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C, they are assigned to simplify the explanation. The ratio of the judgment value is shown. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for operation pattern selection lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

  FIG. 31B is an explanatory diagram showing a big hit operation pattern selection lottery table used when the variable display result is big hit. FIG. 31C is an explanatory diagram showing an errant operation pattern selection lottery table used when the variable display result is errant.

  First, a case where the jackpot operation pattern selection lottery table shown in FIG. 31B is used will be described.

  For example, when a large lever is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 1%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 5%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 10%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 18%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 23%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 29%.

  For example, when the lever (small) is displayed as the suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 4%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 8%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 13%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 15%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 20%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 26%.

  For example, when a button (large) is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 9%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 10%, the operation pattern Pt3 at a rate of 13%, and operates at a rate of 14%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 15%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 18%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 21%.

  For example, when a button (small) is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 12%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 12%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 13%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 15%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 16%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 18%.

  For example, when the suggestion image is not displayed, the operation pattern Pt1 is 14%, the operation pattern Pt2 is 14%, the operation pattern Pt3 is 14%, and the operation pattern Pt4 is 14%. The operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 15%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 15%.

  Next, a case will be described in which the failure operation pattern selection lottery table shown in FIG.

  For example, when a large lever is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 15%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 15%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 14%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 14%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 14%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 14%.

  For example, when the lever (small) is displayed as the suggestion image, the motion pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 18%, the motion pattern Pt2 at a rate of 16%, and the motion pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 15%. For the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 13%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 12%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 12%.

  For example, when a button (large) is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 21%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 18%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 15%. The pattern Pt4 is selected at a rate of 13%, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 10%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 9%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected.

  For example, when a button (small) is displayed as a suggestion image, the operation pattern Pt1 operates at a rate of 26%, the operation pattern Pt2 at a rate of 20%, and the operation pattern Pt3 operates at a rate of 15%. In the pattern Pt4, the operation pattern Pt5 is selected at a rate of 13%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at a rate of 8%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at a rate of 4%.

  For example, when the suggestion image is not displayed, the motion pattern Pt1 is 29%, the motion pattern Pt2 is 23%, the motion pattern Pt3 is 18%, the motion pattern Pt4 is 10%, and the motion pattern Pt4 is 10%. The operation pattern Pt5 is selected at the rate of%, the operation pattern Pt6 is selected at the rate of 5%, and the operation pattern Pt7 is selected at the rate of 1%.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the selection ratio in the case of big hit is Pt1 <Pt2 <Pt3 <Pt4 <Pt5 <Pt6 <Pt7, and the selection ratio in the case of losing is Pt1> Pt2> Pt3>. Pt4> Pt5> Pt6> Pt7. Accordingly, the reliability for the big hit is Pt1 <Pt2 <Pt3 <Pt4 <Pt5 <Pt6 <Pt7, and the higher the number of operations of the movable accessory 50, the higher the reliability for the big hit. That is, since the player can have a sense of expectation by operating the movable accessory 50, the stress applied to the player can be reduced by shielding the suggestion image.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the reliability for the big hit is increased as the timing at which the movable accessory 50 operates is delayed. Thereby, attention can be paid to the operation timing of the movable accessory 50, and the interest can be improved.

  Thereafter, the selected operation pattern is set (step S2622). In the present embodiment, the movement control of the movable accessory 50 is performed at least once in the case of the super reach variation without the pseudo-ream. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the operation that does not move the movable accessory 50 is performed. A pattern may be provided.

  In the present embodiment, the movable accessory 50 is controlled to move even when the suggestion image is not displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the movable accessory is only displayed when the suggestion image is displayed. 50 may be displayed.

  FIG. 32 and FIG. 33 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, first, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the first promotion effect execution timing (step S3201), and if it is not the first promotion effect execution timing, the process proceeds to step S3204. The first promotion effect execution timing is a timing for starting the first promotion effect, and is a timing predetermined for each variation pattern. If execution of the first promotion effect is not set (step S2607 is not performed), it is determined that it is not the first promotion effect execution timing.

  When it is the first promotion effect execution timing, the effect control CPU 101 sets a first effective period flag indicating that it is the first effective period in which the operation to the push button 120 in the first promotion effect is enabled (step) S3202), button operation promotion display for prompting an operation to the push button 120 is performed (step S3203).

  In step S3204, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the first valid period flag is set (step S3204). If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S3221. If set, the production control CPU 101 has accepted an operation on the push button 120 (Y in step S3205), or when it is the end timing of the first valid period (Y in step S3206), the process proceeds to step S3207. To do. The end timing of the first effective period is a timing for ending the first effective period, and is a predetermined timing for each variation pattern. Note that the timing after the elapse of a predetermined period from the first promotion effect execution timing may be the end timing of the first effective period. For example, a predetermined value may be set in the timer at the first promotion effect execution timing, and the timing when the timer times out may be the end timing of the first effective period.

  In step S3207, in the case of big hit fluctuation, the effect control CPU 101 performs an accessory operation control to advance the movable accessory 50 to the advance position (step S3208), and resets the first valid period flag (step S3209). . In step S3208, specifically, the motor 86 is driven to operate the movable accessory 50 from the retracted position to the advanced position, and after a predetermined period has elapsed, the movable accessory 50 is operated from the advanced position to the retracted position.

  In the present embodiment, if the pressing operation on the push button 120 is not detected during the first effective period, the movable accessory 50 is advanced to the advanced position at the timing when the first effective period ends. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and if the pressing operation to the push button 120 is not detected during the first effective period, the control for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advanced position may not be performed. Good.

  Further, when a pressing operation on the push button 120 is detected during the first effective period, the movable accessory 50 is immediately advanced to the advanced position. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The movable accessory 50 may be advanced to the advance position after waiting until the end.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the second promotion effect execution timing (step S3221), and if it is not the second promotion effect execution timing, the process proceeds to step S3224. The second promotion effect execution timing is a timing for starting the second promotion effect, and is a timing predetermined for each variation pattern. If the execution of the second promotion effect is not set (step S2613 is not performed), it is determined that it is not the second promotion effect execution timing.

  When it is the second promotion effect execution timing, the CPU 101 for effect control sets a second effective period flag indicating the second effective period in which the operation to the stick controller 122 in the second promotion effect is effective (step (S3222), a lever operation promotion display for prompting an operation to the stick controller 122 is performed (step S3223).

  In step S3224, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the second valid period flag is set (step S3224). If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S3301. If set, the production control CPU 101 has accepted an operation on the stick controller 122 (Y in step S3225) or has reached the end of the second valid period (Y in step S3226), and proceeds to step S3227. To do. The end timing of the second effective period is a timing for ending the second effective period, and is a predetermined timing for each variation pattern. The timing after the elapse of a predetermined period from the second promotion effect execution timing may be the end timing of the second effective period. For example, a predetermined value may be set in the timer at the second promotion effect execution timing, and the timing when the timer times out may be the end timing of the second effective period.

  In step S3227, the CPU 101 for effect control performs an accessory operation control for causing the movable accessory 50 to advance to the advance position in the case of big hit fluctuation (step S3228), and resets the second valid period flag (step S3229). . In step S3228, specifically, the motor 86 is driven to operate the movable accessory 50 from the retracted position to the advanced position, and after a predetermined period has elapsed, the movable accessory 50 is operated from the advanced position to the retracted position.

  In the present embodiment, when the tilting operation to the stick controller 122 is not detected during the second effective period, the movable accessory 50 is advanced to the advanced position at the timing when the second effective period ends. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and if the tilting operation to the stick controller 122 is not detected during the first effective period, control for moving the movable accessory 50 to the advanced position may not be performed. Good.

  In addition, when the tilting operation to the stick controller 122 is detected during the second effective period, the movable accessory 50 is immediately advanced to the advanced position. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The movable accessory 50 may be advanced to the advance position after waiting until the end.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the cut-in effect execution timing (step S3301), and if not, the process proceeds to step S3304. The cut-in effect execution timing is a timing for starting the cut-in effect, and is a timing predetermined for each variation pattern. If the execution of the cut-in effect is not set (when step S2617 is not performed), it is determined that it is not the cut-in effect execution timing.

  When it is the cut-in effect execution timing, the effect control CPU 101 sets a cut-in effective period flag indicating that it is a cut-in effective period in which an operation to the push button 120 or the stick controller 122 in the cut-in effect is effective. (Step S3302), an operation promotion image corresponding to the cut-in effect type (a button operation promotion image for prompting an operation to the push button 120 if the first cut-in effect, and a stick controller 122 for the second cut-in effect) A lever operation promotion image for prompting the operation is displayed (step S3303).

  In step S3304, the production control CPU 101 determines whether or not the cut-in effective period flag is set (step S3304). If the cut-in effective period flag is not set, the process shifts to step S3310. When set, that is, during the cut-in effective period, the CPU 101 for effect control operates according to the cut-in type (if the first cut-in effect, the operation to the push button 120, the second cut-in effect) If this is the case, an operation to the stick controller 122 has been accepted (Y in step S3305), or if it is the end timing of the cut-in effective period (Y in step S3307), the process proceeds to step S3308. The end timing of the cut-in effective period is a timing for ending the cut-in effective period, and is a predetermined timing for each variation pattern. The timing after the elapse of a predetermined period from the cut-in effect execution timing may be the end timing of the cut-in effective period. For example, a predetermined value may be set in the timer at the cut-in effect execution timing, and the timing when the timer times out may be the end timing of the cut-in effective period.

  In step S3308, the effect control CPU 101 performs cut-in display (step S3308) and resets the cut-in effective period flag (step S3309).

  In this embodiment, when no operation is detected during the cut-in effective period, the cut-in display is performed at the timing when the cut-in effective period ends. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the operation is not detected during the cut-in effective period, the cut-in display may not be performed.

  In addition, when an operation is detected during the cut-in effective period, the cut-in display is performed immediately.However, this is not restrictive, and the cut-in display is displayed after waiting for the cut-in effective period to end. It may be done.

  In step S3310, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the promotion effect execution variation is set to execute the promotion effect (step S3310), and if it is the promotion effect execution variation (step S2607 or S2613 is performed). If yes, the process proceeds to step S8101. If it is not the promotion effect execution variation (when step S2607 or S2613 is not performed), it is determined whether or not it is an accessory operation timing (step S3311). The accessory action timing is a timing provided in advance for each change pattern in the change accompanied by the accessory suggestion effect. Specifically, the same timing as the first effective period end timing and the second effective period end timing described above may be used as the accessory operation timing. In the case of the accessory operation timing, the effect control CPU 101 performs the accessory operation control for causing the movable accessory 50 to advance to the advance position (step S3212). In step S3312, specifically, the motor 86 is driven to operate the movable accessory 50 from the retracted position to the advanced position, and after a predetermined period has elapsed, the movable accessory 50 is operated from the advanced position to the retracted position.

  Note that the case where step S3312 is executed is a case where the big hit variation pattern (super PB3-7, PB3-8) accompanied by the role suggesting effect is selected, but the specific effect of the success pattern is not set. is there.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S8101) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (step S8102). When the process timer times out (step S8103), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S8104). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S8105).

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S8111), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S8112).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, first, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is being displayed is set (step S861). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S867. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when a jackpot symbol is displayed as a stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S866. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S868. Accordingly, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S861 is a stage in which the fanfare effect is not yet executed although the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, and therefore the process of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S862 Without moving to step S867.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the stored stop symbol (disconnected symbol or jackpot symbol) (step S862). The production control CPU 101 may perform control to stop and display the production symbol in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command from the game control microcomputer 560.

  When the big hit symbol is displayed in step S862 (Y in step S863), the effect control CPU 101 sets the stop symbol display flag (step S866) and the fanfare flag (big hit start 1 designation command reception flag or big hit start 2). It is confirmed whether or not the (specified command reception flag) has been set (step S867). When the fanfare flag is set (Y in step S867), the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S868) and selects process data corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S869). Then, the process timer is started (step S870).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S871).

  When the big hit symbol is not displayed in step S863 (that is, when the off symbol is displayed: N in step S863), the presentation control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S864). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets the command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process or the fourth symbol process (for example, immediately after confirming the variation pattern command reception flag, the variation pattern command The reception flag may be reset).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S865).

  FIG. 35 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example when performing a specific effect. 35 (A1) to 35 (A6) show display examples of the effect display device 9 when the first specific effect of the success pattern is performed, and FIGS. 35 (B1) to 35 (B6) show success. The example of a display of the production | presentation display apparatus 9 in the case of performing the 2nd specific production of a pattern is shown.

  First, a display example in the case where the first specific effect of the success pattern is performed will be described. For example, after it has been shown that it has evolved to super reach A as shown in FIG. 35 (A1), the first roulette T1 in the first specific effect is variably displayed as shown in FIG. 35 (A2). Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (A3), the fluctuation display of the first roulette T1 is finished, the symbol indicating the button (large) is stopped and displayed, and the button (large) is displayed as a stock image as shown in FIG. 35 (A4). Displayed as ST. Thereby, the player can recognize that the first promotion effect is executed.

  Thereafter, when the execution timing of the first promotion effect is reached, the stock discharge effect is performed as shown in FIG. 35 (A5), and then the stock image ST is erased as shown in FIG. 35 (A6). The button image BG and the meter image indicating the remaining time of the first effective period are displayed, and the first promotion effect is performed.

  Next, a display example when performing the second specific effect of the success pattern will be described. For example, after it has been shown that it has evolved into super reach B as shown in FIG. 35 (B1), the second roulette T2 in the second specific effect is variably displayed as shown in FIG. 35 (B2). In the example shown in the drawing, the left cell is a lever (large), the middle cell is a discontinuity indicating that no suggestion image is displayed, and the right cell is a lever (small).

  Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (B3), the square of the lever (large) in the second roulette T2 is lit and displayed last, and as shown in FIG. 35 (B4), the lever (large) is displayed as the stock image ST. The Thereby, the player can recognize that the second promotion effect is executed.

  Thereafter, when the execution timing of the second promotion effect is reached, after the stock release effect is performed as shown in FIG. 35 (B5), the stock image ST is erased as shown in FIG. 35 (B6). The lever image LG and the meter image indicating the remaining time of the second effective period are displayed, and the second promotion effect is performed.

  As shown in FIGS. 35 (A2) and 35 (B2), the first roulette T1 in the first specific effect is displayed in the approximate center of the effect display device 9, and the second roulette T2 in the second specific effect is an effect display. By being displayed at substantially the lower part of the device 9, the visibility of the first roulette T1 is higher than that of the second roulette T2.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 35A4 and 35B4, the stock image ST is displayed at the same position when any specific effect is executed.

  FIG. 36 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example in a case where a stock release effect is performed after a cut-in effect. For example, when the large button is displayed as the stock image ST as shown in FIG. 36 (1) and the start timing of the cut-in effect is reached, an operation for the cut-in effect as shown in FIG. 36 (2). A promotion display CT is displayed. At this time, the execution example of the first cut-in effect is shown. Then, when an operation to the push button 120 is accepted or the cut-in effective period ends, a cut-in display is performed as shown in FIG. At this time, by not deleting the display of the stock image ST, the player can easily recognize that the stock image ST does not correspond to the cut-in effect.

  Thereafter, when the execution timing of the first promotion effect is reached, after the stock release effect is performed as shown in FIG. 36 (4), the stock image ST is erased as shown in FIG. 36 (5). The button image BG is displayed and the first promotion effect is performed.

  Thus, when the operation in the promotion effect suggested by the displayed suggestion image is the same as the operation in the cut-in effect executed as an effect different from the promotion effect (for example, both to the push button 120) In the case of the pressing operation of), by displaying the suggestion image with a display priority higher than the display of the cut-in effect (see FIG. 36 (3)), the effect suggested by the suggestion image and the cut-in effect Is trying to impress the player with another production. On the other hand, when the operation in the promotion effect suggested by the displayed suggestion image is different from the operation in the cut-in effect executed as an effect different from the promotion effect, for example, a button (large ) Is displayed, but when executing a cut-in effect that prompts the tilting operation to the stick controller 122, it is unlikely that the effect suggested by the suggestion image is a cut-in effect. The display priority of the cut-in display may be increased. Thereby, the suggestion image can be displayed without reducing the effect of the cut-in effect.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the gaming machine is capable of executing a game, and the player's operation (in this example, a push operation on the push button 120, a tilt operation on the stick controller 122). ) Detecting means (in this example, push sensor 124, tilt direction sensor unit 123) and detection effect (in this example, the movable accessory 50 is moved to the advanced position based on the action detected by the detecting means). Detected effect execution means (in this example, the part that executes steps S3208 and S3228 in the effect control microcomputer 100) and a promotion effect (in this example, the push button 120) that prompts the operation. The first promotion effect that prompts the user to press the button and the second promotion effect that prompts the user to tilt the stick controller 122. Out execution means (in this example, the first promotion effect or the second promotion effect is set by executing one of steps S2607 and S2613 in the microcomputer 100 for effect control, and then step S8004 is performed, and step S8006 is performed. A specific effect executing means (in this example, an effect) that can execute either one of a plurality of types of specific effects (in this example, the first specific effect or the second specific effect) having different effect modes. A part in which step S8004 is performed after steps S2607, S2608, S2613, and S2614 are set by executing one of steps S2607, S2608, S2613, and S2614, and steps S8006 and S8105 are performed. ), And after the specific performance is executed, A plurality of suggestion images (in this example, a first suggestion image (button image: button (large), button (small)) and second promotion effect suggesting that the first promotion effect is executed) Suggestion image display control means (in this example, a microcomputer for effect control) that can display any one of the second suggestion images (lever image: lever (large), lever (small)) suggesting that In step 100, the first suggestion image or the second suggestion image is set by executing one of steps S2607 and S2613, and then step S8004 is performed, and steps S8006 and S8105 are performed). The means can execute the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image based on the end of the display of the suggestion image (in this example, the effect control The computer 100 can execute the first promotion effect based on the end of the display of the first suggestion image (button image) and the second on the basis of the end of the display of the second suggestion image (lever image). 2 can be executed (see FIG. 35), and the suggestion image display control means can display any one of the plurality of suggestion images at different ratios based on the type of the specific effect that has been executed (see FIG. 35). In this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 can display a button image when the first specific effect is executed, and can display a lever image when the second specific effect is executed (see FIG. 35). )) Thereby, attention can be paid to the kind of specific production, and interest can be improved.

  In the present embodiment, the player's operation that can be detected by the detection means has been described by taking the push operation to the push button 120 and the tilt operation to the stick controller 122 as examples. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a pressing operation on the cross key 150, a pressing operation on the trigger button 123, a jog dial operation capable of rotating operation, or an operation on a touch panel capable of contact operation or pressing operation can be detected as a player's operation. Alternatively, it may be possible to detect an operation of a player who does not touch the gaming machine by using an infrared sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, or an image sensor (CCD sensor, CMOS sensor).

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, although it was decided that the production | presentation which advances the movable accessory 50 to an advance position as a detection production | presentation was executable, it is not restricted to this. For example, an effect of displaying a predetermined image on the effect display device 9, an effect of outputting a predetermined sound from the speaker 27, or an effect of causing a predetermined light emitting member to emit light may be executed as the detection effect.

  In this embodiment, the detection effect is an effect that informs whether or not it is a big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is a big hit that shows the reliability of the big hit. An effect that is not determined or an effect that is not related to whether or not it is a big hit may be executed as the detection effect.

  In the present embodiment, two types of promotion effects (first promotion effect and second promotion effect) can be executed, but a single type of promotion effect may be executable. And it is good also as being able to perform three or more types of promotion effects.

  In the present embodiment, it is possible to execute a plurality of promotion effects that promote different operations (operations on different operation members). However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a common operation is promoted. It is good also as being able to perform a some promotion effect. Specifically, a large display promotion display that displays a large button image simulating the push button 120 and a small display promotion display that displays a small button image are executed as a plurality of promotion effects that prompt the user to press the push button 120. It may be possible.

  In the present embodiment, the first specific effect for displaying the first roulette and the second specific effect for displaying the second roulette can be executed as a plurality of types of specific effects with different effects. However, specific production modes are not limited to these. For example, any effect is executed as a specific effect, such as an effect that displays whether an item thrown by a character falls within a predetermined frame or an effect that counts down the time until the suggestion image is displayed. May be.

  In the present embodiment, the specific effect is executed at the timing provided for each variation pattern, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the specific effect may be executed at a timing determined by lottery among a plurality of timings. Moreover, it is good also as performing a specific effect synchronizing with the fluctuation | variation of a normal symbol.

  In the present embodiment, a success pattern that displays a suggestion image when a specific effect is executed and a failure pattern that does not display a suggestion image are provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the performance is executed, the suggestion image may be displayed (successfully succeeded).

  In the present embodiment, the promotion effect is always executed when the suggestion image is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a pattern in which the suggestion image is displayed and the promotion effect is executed, and a pattern in which the suggestion image is displayed but the promotion effect is not executed may be provided.

  Moreover, you may comprise so that the reliability with respect to a promotion effect being performed may be shown with the display mode of a suggestion image. For example, the above-described button (large) may be suggested to execute the first promotion effect at a higher rate than the button (small).

  In addition, as a characteristic of each specific effect, the first specific effect is likely to be successful (easy to display the suggestion image), but when it is successful, a suggestion image with low reliability for executing the promotion effect is likely to be displayed. Although the specific effect is difficult to succeed (it is difficult to display the suggestion image), when the success is successful, a suggestion image with high reliability for executing the promotion effect may be easily displayed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the presentation corresponding to the suggestion image is executed (stock is released) at the timing immediately before reporting whether or not it is a big hit in super reach. For example, when a specific effect is performed during a predetermined change and a suggestion image is displayed, the stock is stored after the end of the change (for example, during the next change of the change or during the jackpot gaming state). The detection effect may be executed after being released.

  Further, the stock may be released at any one of a plurality of timings. For example, the stock is at any one of timing A immediately before notifying whether or not it is a big hit in super reach and timing B before timing A (for example, timing for executing the cut-in effect described above). It may be released. Thereby, attention can be paid to the timing at which the stock is released.

  In the present embodiment, button images and lever images that suggest execution of different types of promotion effects are displayed as a plurality of suggestion images. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A plurality of suggestion images that suggest execution of the promotion effect may be displayed. Specifically, the first button image and the second button image can be displayed as a plurality of suggestion images, and any of the button images suggests that a promotion effect that prompts the user to operate the push button 120 is executed. Also good.

  In the present embodiment, when the first specific effect is executed in the success pattern, the button image is displayed at a rate of 100% and the lever image is displayed at a rate of 0% (that is, the lever image is displayed). On the other hand, when the second specific effect is executed in the success pattern, the lever image is displayed at the rate of 100% and the button image is displayed at the rate of 0% (that is, the button image can be displayed). To display one of the multiple suggested images at a different rate based on the type of the specific performance that has been executed. It is not limited. For example, when the first specific effect is executed in the success pattern, the button image is displayed at a ratio of 70% and the lever image is displayed at a ratio of 30%, while the second specific effect is displayed in the success pattern. When executed, the button image may be displayed at a rate of 20% and the lever image may be displayed at a rate of 80%.

  In the present embodiment, special effect execution means (in this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 can execute any one of a plurality of types of special effects (in this example, super reach A and super reach B). The step of executing steps S8004 and S8105 when a variation pattern with super reach is selected), and the specific effect execution means is capable of executing the specific effect during the execution of the special effect and is being executed. One of a plurality of specific effects can be executed at different ratios based on the type of the effect (in this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the first specification when super reach A is being executed. It is possible to execute an effect, and when the super reach B is being executed, the second specific effect can be executed (see FIG. 35)). . Thereby, attention can be paid to the kind of specific production, and interest can be improved.

  In the present embodiment, super reach has been described as a special effect, but any effect such as a changing notice effect or a jackpot effect may be executed as a special effect.

  In the present embodiment, when the specific effect is executed during the execution of Super Reach A, the first specific effect is executed at a rate of 100% and the second specific effect is executed at a rate of 0% ( That is, the second specific effect cannot be executed.) On the other hand, when the specific effect is executed during the execution of Super Reach B, the second specific effect is executed at a rate of 100% and the first at a rate of 0%. By executing the specific effect (that is, not being able to execute the second specific effect), “executing one of a plurality of specific effects at a different rate based on the type of the special effect being performed” However, the specific selection ratio is not limited to this. For example, when executing a specific effect during the execution of super reach A, the first specific effect is executed at a rate of 70% and the second specific effect is executed at a rate of 30%, while the execution of super reach B is executed. In the case where the specific effect is executed, the first specific effect may be executed at a rate of 20% and the second specific effect may be executed at a rate of 80%.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the suggestion image display control unit can display the suggestion image at the same position regardless of the type of the specific effect that has been executed (in this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 includes the first effect control microcomputer 100). The suggestion image (button image, lever image) can be displayed at the same position when the specific effect is executed and when the second specific effect is executed (see FIG. 35)). Thereby, attention can be paid to the kind of specific production, and interest can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, an effect execution means (in this example, a cut-in effect) that can execute an effect (in this example, a cut-in effect) different from the detected effect based on the action being detected while the suggestion image is displayed. , A part for executing step S3308 in the production control microcomputer 100) and a predetermined production execution means capable of executing a predetermined production (in this example, a stock release production) indicating that the promotion production based on the suggestion image is executed. (In this example, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a stock release effect by executing one of steps S2607 and S2613, and then performs step S8004 and executes steps S8006 and S8105). The suggestion image display control means ends the display of the suggestion image after the predetermined effect is executed (this book So the effect control microcomputer 100, the stock release effect finishes displaying suggestion image from the end (see FIG. 36)) was decided. Thereby, it can be made easier for the player to recognize that the effect based on the suggestion image has been executed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the specific effect execution means can execute any one of a plurality of types of specific effects with different visibility (in this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 includes the effect display device 9). Either the first specific effect that displays the first roulette in the approximate center and the second specific effect that displays the second roulette in the approximate lower part of the effect display device 9 can be executed), suggestion image display control The means may or may not display the suggestion image based on the execution of the specific effect (in this example, the effect control microcomputer 100 uses either the success pattern or the failure pattern). When a specific effect of a type with high visibility is executed, the suggested image is displayed at a higher rate than when a specific effect of a type with low visibility is executed. (In this example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the first specific production in a success pattern at a higher rate than the second specific production (see FIGS. 30A and 30B)). It was decided. As a result, when a specific effect of a type with high visibility is executed, a suggestion image is displayed at a higher rate than when a specific effect of a type with low visibility is executed. Can do.

  In the present embodiment, the display position is closer to the center of the display area of the effect display device 9 than the specific effect with higher visibility. However, the visibility is high based on other elements. May be set. For example, the larger the display image, the higher the visibility, or the higher the display density, the higher the visibility.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, when performing the actor suggestion effect in the variation in which no promotion effect is performed, the movable accessory 50 is automatically controlled at a predetermined timing. It is not limited. For example, in addition to the push button 120 in which the operation is promoted in the first promotion effect and the stick controller 122 in which the operation is promoted in the second promotion effect, other operation means are provided. In the case of executing an accessory suggestion effect in a variation that is not executed, the movable accessory 50 may be controlled based on the operation of the other operation means.

  In the present embodiment, it is possible to execute an effect suggesting effect only in a variation not involving a pseudo-ream. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an effect suggesting effect is also performed in a variation involving a pseudo-ream. It may be possible. That is, it is possible to execute the specific effect, the display of the suggestion image, and the promotion effect even in the variation with the pseudo-ream.

  Further, as described above, according to this embodiment, a movable member that can move (in this example, the movable accessory 50) and a movable control means that can control the movement of the movable member (this book) In the example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control includes a portion in which an operation pattern is set in step S2622 and then step S8004 is performed and steps S8006 and S8105 are performed. The movable control unit does not block the suggestion image. It is possible to move the movable member from the (retracted position in this example) to a position that shields at least a part of the suggested image (in this example, the advanced position). When the number of times that a part is shielded is large, a result that is advantageous to the player is reported at a higher rate than when the number of times is small (in this example, The output control microcomputer 100 determines an operation pattern using the operation pattern selection lottery table shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C, thereby selecting an operation pattern with a large number of operations of the movable accessory 50. In the case, the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed at a higher rate than the case where the operation pattern with the smaller number of operations is selected). Thereby, the stress which a player gives to a player by shielding a suggestion image can be reduced.

  Specifically, if the suggestion image is shielded many times by the movable member, the suggestion image becomes difficult to see, and there is a risk of stressing the player. If configured as in this embodiment, however, The expectation that the big hit is controlled as much as the number of times the movable member shields the suggestion image increases, so that the stress applied to the player can be reduced.

  The “position where at least a part of the suggestion image is shielded” is a concept including a position where a part of the suggestion image is shielded and a position where all of the suggestion image is shielded.

  If the gaming machine can display a plurality of types of suggestion images as in this embodiment, the movable member may not necessarily be able to block all types of suggestion images, and some types of suggestion images may be movable. Any member may be used as long as it is shielded.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the game machine can perform variable display and can be controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to the player (in this example, a big hit game state), and the suggestion image display control means can The number of times that the suggestion image suggesting that the image is executed can be displayed during variable display (in this example, during the change of the special symbol or during the change of the production symbol), and the movable member blocks at least a part of the suggestion image The variable display with a large amount is controlled to an advantageous state at a higher rate than the variable display with a small number of times (in this example, the production control microcomputer 100 operates as shown in FIGS. 31B and 31C). By determining an operation pattern using the pattern selection lottery table, a case where an operation pattern with a large number of operations of the movable accessory 50 is selected is a case where an operation pattern with a small number of operations is selected. There controlling the jackpot gaming state in a ratio). Thereby, the stress given to the player by the movable member shielding the suggestion image during variable display can be reduced.

  In the present embodiment, the variable display is described as an example of the “specific period” during which the suggestion image can be displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a part of the period controlled to the big hit gaming state is described. Alternatively, the whole may be a “specific period”.

  Further, “notifying a result advantageous to the player” means that a promotion effect advantageous to the player is executed and a result advantageous to the player not related to the promotion effect. It is a concept that includes.

  The fact that a result advantageous to the player who is not related to the promotion effect is notified may be that the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as in the present embodiment. In addition, when the period controlled to the big hit gaming state is a “specific period”, a big hit advantageous to the player (a big hit controlled to a promiscuous state (for example, a promising big hit), and more game balls can be paid out. Notifications that are big hits (for example, big hits with a large number of rounds) and notifications that promote the establishment of conditions (for example, winning a game ball to a specific area) to be controlled to a certain variation state, It is good also as information of a "result advantageous for a player".

  Specifically, a gaming machine having 4 round jackpots and 16 round jackpots, which starts displaying a suggestion image at the start of round 1 in the jackpot game state and is suggested by the suggestion image in round 4 It is a configuration that executes the promotional effect, and it is also possible to notify which jackpot type is based on the number of times that the movable member is moved to a position where at least a part of the suggestion image is shielded in round 2 to round 3. Good.

  Further, in the present embodiment, an advantageous result for the player is notified based on the number of times that the movable accessory 50 shields at least a part of the suggestion image. An advantageous result for the player may be notified based on the length of the period during which the portion is shielded. For example, the variation in which the movable agent 50 occludes at least part of the suggested image for 3 seconds is greater than the variation in which the movable agent 50 occludes at least a portion of the suggested image for 1 second. The reliability may be high.

  The period during which the movable accessory 50 shields at least a part of the suggestion image may be a period during which the movable accessory 50 shields the suggestion image once, or the movable accessory 50 causes the suggestion image to be displayed a plurality of times. The total period in the case of shielding may be sufficient.

  Further, the display start timing of the suggestion image and the operation timing of the movable accessory 50 are not limited to the occurrence of reach, but may be before the occurrence of reach. Further, the display start timing of the suggestion image may be before the occurrence of reach, while the operation timing of the movable accessory 50 may be after the occurrence of reach.

  In this embodiment, the greater the number of times the movable accessory 50 shields the suggestion image, the higher the reliability for the big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to this. As long as the promotion image to be promoted is displayed, the greater the number of times the movable accessory 50 shields the promotion image, the higher the reliability with respect to the big hit. Specifically, if it is a promotion effect that accepts repeated hits on the push button 120 during the effective period of 10 seconds, and if an acceleration image that prompts repeated hits on the push button 120 is displayed during the effective period, the effective effect is displayed. It is good also as the reliability with respect to jackpot is so high that the frequency | count that the movable accessory 50 shields a promotion image during a period increases.

  In addition, although explanation is omitted in the present embodiment, it is possible to control to an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and it is possible to execute any one of a plurality of types of promotion effects with different expectations that are controlled to the advantageous state. The display is changed from the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with low expectation controlled to the advantageous state is executed to the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with high expectation controlled to the advantageous state is executed. It may be possible. For example, each effect may be executed as in the display example shown in FIG.

  FIG. 37 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example when the display mode of the suggestion image changes when a button (small) is displayed as the suggestion image. For example, after it has been shown that it has evolved to super reach A as shown in FIG. 37 (1), the first roulette T1 in the first specific effect is displayed in a variable manner as shown in FIG. 37 (2). Then, as shown in FIG. 37 (3), the fluctuation display of the first roulette T1 is finished, the button (small) is stopped, and the button (small) is displayed as the stock image ST as shown in FIG. 37 (4). Is done.

  Thereafter, the stock image ST may change from a button (small) to a button (large) as shown in FIG. 37 (5), or the stock image ST is changed to a button (small) as shown in FIG. 37 (6). It is good also as changing from a lever (large).

  Specifically, the CPU 100 for effect control determines the change pattern of the suggestion image in steps S2606 and S2612, and changes the suggestion image by performing the effect using the process table corresponding to the determined change pattern. Can be realized. As the change pattern, for example, a pattern that changes from a button (small) to a button (large), a pattern that changes from a button (small) to a lever (small), and a pattern that changes from a button (small) to a lever (large) And a pattern that does not change from the button (small) may be provided.

  In this way, the advantage state control means (in this example, the portion capable of executing steps S305 to S307 in the game control microcomputer 560) that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player (in this example, the big hit gaming state) ), And the promotion effect execution means has a plurality of types of promotion effects (in this example, the first promotion effect and the reliability that makes a big hit more than the first promotion effect). Any one of the second promotion effects), and the suggestion image display control means is controlled to the advantageous state from the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with a low expectation level controlled to the advantageous state is executed. It is possible to change the display to a suggestion image indicating that a high-promotion promotion effect is executed (in this example, the second promotion effect is executed from the button image that suggests the execution of the first promotion effect). Can vary in Sosonokasuru lever image (see FIG. 37)) may be. Thereby, since the suggestion image can change after the suggestion image is displayed, the suggestion image can be focused.

  Here, an example is shown in which the button (small) displayed as the stock image ST changes to another suggestion image before the stock release effect is executed, but the button (small) after the stock release effect is executed. May be changed to another suggestion image. For example, when the stock release effect is performed and the display of the suggestion image ends, the button (small) may change to another suggestion image, and the promotion effect corresponding to the changed suggestion image may be executed.

  Further, the number of changes of the suggestion image is not limited to one, and may be changed twice or more.

  In addition, a change suggestion effect that suggests that the suggestion image changes may be executable, and the change suggestion effect may be executable even when a pattern that does not change is set.

  Also, here, from the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with low expectation controlled to the advantageous state is executed, the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with high expectation controlled to the advantageous state is executed. In the gaming machine that suggests the reliability of executing the promotion effect according to the display mode of the suggestion image, the reliability of executing the promotion effect from the suggestion image with low reliability for executing the promotion effect has been described. It is good also as changing to a suggestion image with high degree.

  Further, the movement of the movable accessory 50 and the change of the suggestion image may be related to each other. For example, each effect may be executed as in the display example shown in FIG.

  FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of the movement control of the movable accessory 50 and the change of the suggestion image. For example, when the button (small) is displayed as the stock image ST as shown in FIG. 38 (1), it is suggested that the movable accessory 50 is controlled to move to the advanced position as shown in FIG. 38 (2). When the image is occluded, the stock image ST does not change as shown in FIG. 38 (3). On the other hand, if the movable accessory 50 remains controlled at the retracted position, the stock image as shown in FIG. 38 (4). ST may be changeable from a button (small) to a lever (large).

  In this way, the suggestion image display control means, from the suggestion image indicating that a low-expected promotion effect controlled to an advantageous state is executed when the movable member shields at least a part of the suggestion image, It is not changed to a suggestion image indicating that a highly anticipated promotion effect controlled to be in an advantageous state is executed (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 does not block the suggestion image) In this case, the button image suggesting the execution of the first promotion effect may be changed to the lever image suggesting the execution of the second promotion effect (see FIG. 38)). Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the player from being stressed by changing the suggestion image when the suggestion image is difficult to see.

  On the other hand, the suggestion image display control means is based on the suggestion image indicating that the promotion effect with low expectation controlled to the advantageous state is executed when the movable member blocks at least a part of the suggestion image. , Change to a suggestion image indicating that a high-promotion promotion effect controlled to an advantageous state is executed (for example, the game controlling microcomputer 560 is configured to block the suggestion image). As long as it is possible to change from a button image that suggests execution of the first promotion effect to a lever image that suggests execution of the second promotion effect). Thereby, when the suggestion image is difficult to see, the player can be surprised by changing the suggestion image, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, every time the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the position where the suggestion image is shielded, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the suggestion image will change.

  Moreover, the reliability with respect to the change of the suggestion image may be shown based on the number of times or the period in which the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the position where the suggestion image is shielded. For example, the suggestion image may be more likely to change (or hardly change) as the number of times that the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the advanced position is increased, or the longer the time during which the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the advanced position is longer. The suggestion image may be easily changed (or hardly changed).

  Moreover, based on the frequency | count or period when the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the position which shields a suggestion image, the kind of suggestion image after a change may be suggested. For example, the greater the number of times the movable accessory 50 is controlled to the advance position, the easier it is to change (or less easily) to the suggestion image that suggests a promotion effect with high reliability for the big hit. The longer the time that 50 is controlled to the advance position, the easier it is to change (or hardly change) to the suggestion image that suggests a promotion effect with high reliability for the big hit.

  Although not described in the above-described embodiment, a plurality of movable members are provided, which are advantageous at different ratios based on which of the plurality of movable members shields at least a part of the suggestion image. It is good also as being controlled by a state. Specifically, a description will be given using Modification 1 below. Note that description of the same portions as those in the above-described embodiment is omitted.

  For example, in the first modification, the game board 6 includes a first movable accessory Y1 and a second movable accessory Y2. The first movable combination Y1 is the same as the movable combination 50 described above. The second movable accessory Y2 is provided on the right side of the effect display device 9, is capable of rotating counterclockwise around the shaft 51a, and is in a retracted position that does not overlap the effect display device 9 ( It is configured to be able to advance from the position shown in FIG. 39 (1) to the advance position (position shown in FIG. 39 (3)) superimposed on the suggestion image display area of the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram showing the operation of the movable accessory in the first modification. For example, in the first modification, when the button (large) is displayed as the stock image ST as shown in FIG. 39 (1), the first movable accessory Y1 moves to the advanced position as shown in FIG. 39 (2). There is a case where the suggestion image is shielded by the movement control, and a case where the suggestion image is shielded by the movement control of the second movable accessory Y2 to the advance position as shown in FIG. 39 (3). .

  The production control CPU 101 in the first modification determines which of the first movable combination Y1 and the second movable combination Y2 is to be operated at the start of the change (for example, immediately before the process of step S2621). The movable combination selection lottery to be determined is executed, and the operation pattern of the selected movable combination is determined in step S2621. Specifically, the production control CPU 101 performs a movable accessory selection lottery using a movable accessory selection lottery table shown in FIG.

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram showing a movable accessory selection lottery table in the first modification. In the movable combination selection lottery table shown in FIG. 40, the determination value corresponding to the movable combination to be controlled (the first movable combination Y1 and the second movable combination Y2) is set according to the variable display result (big hit, loss). In the example shown in FIG. 40, the ratio of the assigned determination value is shown in order to simplify the description. For example, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a random number for selecting a movable accessory selection lottery, and determines the determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

  For example, when the variable display result is a big hit, the first movable combination Y1 is selected at a rate of 80%, and the second movable combination Y2 is selected at a rate of 20%. When the variable display result is out of place, the first movable accessory Y1 is selected at a rate of 30%, and the second movable accessory Y2 is selected at a rate of 70%. As described above, in the first modification, when the first movable accessory Y1 is controlled to move to the advanced position (see FIG. 39 (2)), the second movable accessory Y2 is controlled to move to the advanced position. The reliability for the big hit is higher than in the case (see FIG. 39 (3)).

  As described above, the first modification is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and includes a plurality of movable members (in this example, the first movable combination Y1 and the second movable combination Y2). Provided, and is controlled to be in an advantageous state at a different ratio based on which of the plurality of movable members shields at least a part of the suggestion image (in this example, the first movable accessory Y1 is the suggestion image). ) Is controlled to the big hit gaming state at a higher rate than the case where the second movable accessory Y2 shields the suggestion image (see FIGS. 39 and 40)). Thereby, attention can be paid to the movement of the movable member.

  In addition, if the game machine has a plurality of movable actors, and any of the movable actors can be controlled to a position that shields the suggestion image, the suggestion is based on which movable actor shields the suggestion image. It may indicate the degree of confidence that the image changes. For example, when the first movable accessory Y1 shields the suggestion image, the suggestion image may be changed at a higher rate (or lower rate) than when the second movable accessory Y2 shields the suggestion image. Good.

  In addition, in the case of a gaming machine that includes a plurality of movable accessories and any of the movable combinations can be controlled to a position where the suggestion image is shielded, based on which movable accessory shields the suggestion image, The suggestion image may be suggested. For example, when the first movable accessory Y1 shields the suggestion image, the second movable accessory Y2 changes to a suggestion image that suggests a promotion effect with higher reliability for the big hit than when the second movable accessory Y2 shields the suggestion image. It may be easy to do (or hardly change).

  Further, although the movable combination to be operated and the operation pattern are determined by lottery separately, the operation pattern including information on the movable combination to be operated may be determined by batch drawing. For example, an operation pattern Pt11 that moves the first movable accessory Y1 to the advance position only at the first timing, an operation pattern Pt12 that moves the second movable accessory Y2 to the advance position only at the first timing, and so on. An operation pattern Pt51 for moving the first movable combination Y1 to the advance position at the timing and the third timing, an operation pattern Pt52 for moving the second movable combination Y2 to the advance position at the first timing and the third timing, and so on. It is sufficient to determine which operation pattern is to be used for rendering.

  In addition, here, any one of the plurality of movable combinations is operated, but the plurality of movable combinations may be operated in combination. For example, the first movable combination Y1 is moved to the advanced position at the first timing, the second movable combination Y2 is moved to the advanced position at the second timing, and the first movable combination Y1 is moved again at the third timing. It is good also as providing the operation pattern etc. to move to and selecting.

  In addition, although the explanation is omitted in the above-described embodiment, the suggestion image display control unit can display the suggestion image in a different mode depending on the degree of expectation before the promotion effect is executed. Is based on the fact that the suggestion image is in a specific state, executes the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image, and while the suggestion image is displayed, what is the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image? Different promotion effects may be executed. Specifically, a description will be given using Modification 2 below. Note that description of the same portions as those in the above-described embodiment is omitted.

  In the second modification, an auxiliary effect display device 90 is provided above the effect display device 9. The auxiliary effect display device 90 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) that is smaller than the effect display device 9 and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. In the display area of the auxiliary effect display device 90, an effect image associated with variable display in the effect display device 9 is displayed. The auxiliary effect display device 90 may be provided at another position, but in order to display various effect images related to the variable display in the effect display device 9 in the auxiliary effect display device 90, it is in the vicinity of the effect display device 9. It is preferable to be provided.

  Further, in the second modification, an operation effect for performing an effect such as image display can be executed based on the detection of the predetermined operation by the player during the predetermined operation effective period. A plurality of types of operation effects are provided. Based on the detection of the pressing operation of the push button 120, the first operation effect for displaying a predetermined image and the tilting operation of the stick controller 122 are detected. Basically, a second operation effect for displaying a predetermined image is included. In the second modification, an operation effect can be executed at the timing A before reaching reach during the variable display and at the timing B after reaching reach. However, in order to secure a period for executing the operation effect, the execution of the operation effect is limited when the variation period of the variable display is less than the predetermined period. In the second modification, the operation effect is not executed when the change period of the change display is less than the predetermined period. However, only a part of the operation effects may be executed. In addition, even in the case of a fluctuation pattern with a very low degree of expectation, the execution of the operation effect may be limited so as not to give an expectation to mischief.

  Moreover, in this modification 2, the suggestion effect which suggests that the operation effect is performed can be performed. In the second modification, it is suggested that the operation effect is executed by displaying a predetermined image on the auxiliary effect display device 90 as the suggestion effect. Specifically, in the auxiliary effect display device 90, when the effect mode is the first pattern, an image imitating the push button 120 is displayed in blue, and when the effect mode is the second pattern, the image imitating the push button 120 Is displayed in red, and when the effect mode is the third pattern, an image simulating the stick controller 122 is displayed in blue, and when the effect mode is the fourth pattern, an image simulating the stick controller 122 is displayed in red. Hereinafter, an image simulating the push button 120 and an image simulating the stick controller 122 are also referred to as suggestion images.

  In the second modification, when the suggestion effect is started, the suggestion image imitating the push button 120 or the stick controller 122 is displayed in a transparent state on the auxiliary effect display device 90. Then, when the suggestion image changes to the non-transparent state, the operation effect is started. Specifically, when the suggestion effect of the first pattern is executed, the suggestion image imitating the push button 120 is displayed in a blue transparent state, and when the suggestion image changes to a blue non-transparent state, the operation effect is displayed. Be started. If the suggestion image does not change to the non-transparent state, the operation effect is not started (for example, it occurs when the suggestion effect corresponding to the operation effect non-execution timing is executed). In addition to such a configuration, the second modification is configured to be able to execute an action effect that suggests that the suggestion image changes to a non-transparent state in response to the suggestion effect. In addition, the action effect can be executed in a plurality of effect modes.

  In the second modification, an effect image is displayed around the suggestion image in the auxiliary effect display device 90 as an action effect. The first to third pattern effects are provided, and the sizes of the effect images are different from each other. The effect image of the first pattern is the smallest, the effect image of the second pattern is the next smallest, and the effect image of the third pattern is the largest. In other words, the suggestion image changes to a non-transparent state depending on the size of the effect image, and the degree of expectation that the operation effect is executed is different.

  FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing specific examples of the operation effect, the suggestion effect, and the action effect. In FIG. 41, the display screen changes in the order of (1) (2) (3). In the example of FIG. 41, at timing A, the first operation effect is executed with the low expectation pattern, and the suggestion effect corresponding to the first operation effect is the first pattern, and the effect effect corresponding to the suggestion effect is the first pattern. To execute. In addition, while the first operation effect is being executed at the timing A, the suggestion effect that suggests that the second operation effect is executed at the timing B is executed using the third pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 41 (1), it is assumed that the effect display device 9 has started changing the display of effect symbols. As shown in FIG. 41 (2), when the predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the production symbol variation, as shown in FIG. 41 (2), the suggestion image 201a is transmitted through the blue in the auxiliary production display device 90 as an indication production that suggests that the first operation production is executed. (In the example of FIG. 41 (2), an image simulating the push button 120 is displayed in a state where it is not hatched). At this time, a notification sound indicating that the suggestion effect is started is output. By outputting the notification sound, the player can recognize that the suggestion effect is started.

  When a predetermined period elapses from the start of the suggestion effect, as shown in FIG. 41 (3), a small effect image 202 is displayed around the suggestion image 201a on the auxiliary effect display device 90 as an action effect. Since the effect image 202 displayed by the action effect is larger than the suggestion image 201a and has high visibility, the effect effect 202 can be focused. However, in order to make it easy to recognize the state change of the suggestion image 201a, at least a part of the suggestion image 201a is displayed with priority over the effect image 202 (that is, displayed higher). Then, as shown in FIG. 41 (4), in the auxiliary effect display device 90, the blue transmissive state suggestion image 201a changes to a blue non-transmissive state suggestion image 201b (in the example of FIG. 41 (4)). The image imitating the push button 120 is displayed in a hatched state). When the suggestion effect corresponding to the operation effect non-execution timing is performed, that is, when the suggestion effect is executed but the operation effect is not executed, the suggestion image is deleted by the action effect. As described above, the effect effect that directly acts on the suggestion image is configured so as to indicate whether or not the suggestion image changes to the non-transparent state (that is, whether or not the operation effect is started). Can be increased.

  In the auxiliary effect display device 90, when the display control is performed in which the suggestion image 201b that has changed to the blue non-transparent state is moved to the lower part of the display area and out of the display area, the effect display apparatus 9 An operation promotion image 203 including an element and a character string “Press the button!” Appears from the upper part of the display area, and display control is performed to move to the center (FIG. 41 (5)). In the case where the suggestion image imitating the stick controller 122 is displayed on the auxiliary effect display device 90, for example, on the effect display device 90, an element of the suggestion image and a character string “draw the lever!” An operation promotion image including is displayed. By displaying the operation promotion image, it is notified that the operation effect has been started, and the operation is prompted. With such display control linked to the auxiliary effect display device 90 and the effect display device 9, it is possible to make the image imitating the push button 120 appear to have moved from the auxiliary effect display device 90 to the effect display device 9, Linkage between the suggestion effect and the operation effect can be enhanced, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

  In the second modification, while the operation effect is being executed, a suggestion effect that suggests that another operation effect is executed at another timing can be executed. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 41 (6), as the suggestion effect suggesting that the second operation effect is executed at the timing B while the first operation effect is being executed at the timing A, the auxiliary effect display device At 90, the suggestion image 204 is displayed in a blue transmissive state (in the example of FIG. 41 (6), an image simulating the stick controller 122 is displayed in a state where it is not hatched). At this time, a notification sound indicating that the suggestion effect is started is output. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the production from becoming monotonous and enhance the production effect.

  In the second modification, the operation effect being executed is executed under certain conditions so as not to be confused with another operation effect suggested by the suggestion effect. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 41, a suggestion image is displayed on the auxiliary effect display device 90 as the suggestion effect, and an operation promotion image is displayed on the effect display device 9 as the operation effect. Each one is displayed at a distance (ie, not too close). In addition, not only in such a configuration, in order to prevent confusion, for example, the execution timing may not overlap (or the overlapping period is short). In addition, for example, while the operation effect is being executed, the notification sound indicating that the suggestion effect is started is started while the execution of the suggestion effect suggesting that another operation effect is executed at another timing is started. You may make it output the alerting sound which shows that the suggestion effect is performed after the operation effect in execution is complete | finished, without outputting.

  In the second modification, the operation effect may be executed without the suggestion effect being executed. Therefore, for example, the suggestion effect A suggesting that the operation effect is executed at the timing B (as a result, the suggestion image changes immediately before the timing B and suggests that the operation effect is executed. When the production starts, it is unknown at which timing the operation production is executed), but when the production of the production design starts, the suggested production A is suggested at the timing A when the production of the production A is in progress. An operation effect different from the operation effect to be performed (that is, an operation effect with no suggestion effect) may be executed. Even in such a case, it is desirable that the operation effect being executed is executed under certain conditions so as not to be confused with another operation effect suggested by the suggestion effect.

  When a push button pressing operation is detected, as shown in FIG. 41 (7), the operation promoting image 203 is erased on the effect display device 9, and the character alone is in the serif pattern A (FIG. 41 (7)). In the example of (), the operation effect image 205 saying “Chance!”) Is displayed, and the first operation effect at the timing A ends.

  As described above, in the second modification, the suggestion image display control unit displays the suggestion image (in this example, the suggestion image as the suggestion effect on the auxiliary effect display device 90) before the promotion effect is executed. 41 (2)) can be displayed in a different mode (in this example, any one of the first to fourth patterns) depending on the degree of expectation, and the promotion effect execution means has the suggestion image in a specific state ( In this example, on the basis of the fact that the non-transparent state has been achieved, the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image is executed (see FIGS. 41 (4) to (5)), and the suggestion image is displayed. A promotion effect different from the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image may be executed (see FIG. 41 (6)). According to such a structure, the interest of a game can be improved.

  In addition, it is good also as a gaming machine which combined arbitrary structures among the structure of the gaming machine shown as embodiment and the modification mentioned above.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, for example, a case where a plurality of types of special symbols and production symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed is shown. It cannot be caught. For example, the symbol that is variably displayed and the symbol that is derived and displayed are not necessarily the same, and a symbol that is different from the symbol that is variably displayed may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and variable display may be executed using only one type of symbols. In this case, for example, variable display may be executed by alternately turning on and blinking one kind of symbol display. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed last, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be a thing.

  In addition, about embodiment mentioned above, although the game machine (what is called a 1st type game machine) which transfers to a jackpot game state based on the variable display result of a special symbol and an effect design was demonstrated, the variable provided in the game area | region was demonstrated. A gaming machine (so-called second type gaming machine) that shifts to a big hit gaming state based on the winning of a gaming ball (V winning) in a specific winning opening (V winning opening) in a winning ball apparatus (so-called role) It is good also as applying in the game machine which combined 1st type and 2nd type.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it is possible to shift to the probability change state based on the type of jackpot that has occurred, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a specific area through which a game ball can pass is provided in the big winning opening, and when the game ball passes through the specific area during a big hit, the game moves to a probable change state, while the specific area is played during the big hit. It is also possible to shift to the normal state when does not pass. In that case, substantial probability variation big hit and non-probability big hit may be realized by changing the ease of passing of the game ball to the specific area according to the big hit type. For example, the easiness of passage of the game ball to the specific area may be changed by changing the opening time of the big winning opening according to the big hit type. Specifically, a big hit type with a long opening time of the big winning opening is set as a big hit (substantial probable big hit) that allows a game ball to easily pass to a specific area, and a big hit type with a short opening time of the big winning opening is set to a specific area. It is good also as a big hit (substantial non-probable big hit) that a sphere does not easily pass.

  In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., 1 is used when the change is started. Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted has been shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slip effect, etc. before reaching (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach is not reach, so-called first) You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. It may be. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  In the above-described embodiment, the production control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the boards on which the circuit for controlling the production apparatus is mounted. You may mount on one board | substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. You may make it provide two board | substrates with two production | presentation control boards.

  In the above embodiment, “the ratios are different” is not limited to those having different ratios such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%, This is a concept including a ratio that is different in a relationship of A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one with 100% allocation and the other with 0% allocation).

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits another command (for example, FIG. 3). The sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 shown in FIG. 5 or the sound / lamp board having the function of the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the function of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). A control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to sound control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in accordance with commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 side determines whether or not the game is a big hit and determines whether or not the variation pattern type is winning (pre-reading determination), and shows a command (symbol designation command) indicating the winning determination result. , A variation category command) is transmitted, and the pre-run announcement effect is executed on the effect control microcomputer 100 side based on the command indicating the determination result at the time of winning. However, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. Further, it may be configured such that determination at the time of winning (pre-reading determination) is performed on the production control microcomputer 100 side. In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a command for designating only the values of the jackpot determination random number (random R) and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted at the time of starting winning. In addition, the presentation control microcomputer 100 side may be configured to make a winning determination (pre-reading determination) based on random number values specified by these commands.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible.

  In the above embodiment, the game machine uses a game medium as an example. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media, and a game ball The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that encloses game media such as the above and gives a score when a prize granting condition is satisfied.

  The present invention is applicable to gaming machines such as pachinko gaming machines and slot machines.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 2nd special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 20 Special variable winning ball device 27 Speaker 31 Game control board (main board)
50 Movable accessory 56 CPU
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 70 Audio | voice output board | substrate 560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP
120 push button 122 stick controller

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of executing a game,
A movable member capable of moving, and
Detection means capable of detecting the player's movement;
Detection effect execution means capable of executing a detection effect based on the detection of the operation by the detection means;
A promotion effect execution means capable of executing a promotion effect that prompts the operation;
A suggestion image display control means capable of displaying a suggestion image suggesting that the promotion effect is executed in a specific period;
A movable control means capable of controlling the movement of the movable member;
The promotion effect execution means can execute the promotion effect suggested by the suggestion image based on the end of the display of the suggestion image,
The movable control means can move the movable member from a position that does not shield the suggestion image to a position that shields at least a part of the suggestion image,
An advantageous result for the player is reported at a higher rate when the movable member shields at least a part of the suggested image during the specific period more frequently than when the movable image is small. Machine.

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