JP2019022739A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of preventing game amusement from degrading.SOLUTION: The game machine comprises detection means for detecting player's action and setting change means which is capable of, when the detection means detects player's action, changing setting relating to plural setting items including at least a first setting item relating to a game and a second setting item different from the first setting item. In a case where a reset condition is satisfied, with respect to the first setting item, setting can be changed to initial setting in a first state, but setting is not changed in a second state, and with respect to the second setting item, setting is not changed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 24

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of playing games.

  Conventional gaming machines include a speaker (sound output unit) that can output sound, and there is one that can change the volume of sound output from the speaker by receiving a predetermined operation from the player (for example, Patent Document 1).

  In addition, the conventional gaming machine can change the volume of the sound output from the speaker in response to receiving a predetermined operation by the player when the fluctuation display (game) is not executed. There is one that can change the volume of the sound output from the sound output unit in response to receiving a predetermined operation by the player when the display is being executed (see, for example, Patent Document 2).

Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2015-53990 JP 2014-104089 A

  However, there is a problem that the game entertainment may be reduced.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can prevent a decrease in gaming interest.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, a gaming machine according to claim 1 of the present invention provides:
A gaming machine capable of playing games,
Detection means for detecting the player's movement;
Setting change means capable of changing settings for a plurality of setting items including at least a first setting item relating to a game and a second setting item different from the first setting item when the detecting means detects a player's action. When,
With
When the reset condition is satisfied, the first setting item can be changed to the initial setting when it is in the first state, the setting is not changed when it is in the second state, and the second setting item is Without changing the setting,
It is further characterized by further comprising an informing means capable of informing the contents of the setting of the first setting item while the game is being executed.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the gaming interest from deteriorating.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, the gaming machine of means A is
A gaming machine capable of executing variable display (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1),
A sound output unit (for example, speakers 8L and 8R) capable of outputting sound;
Volume setting means (for example, a portion where the production control CPU 120 executes volume change operation processing and volume change processing) capable of setting the volume of the sound output from the sound output unit;
Volume changing means capable of changing the volume set by the volume setting means in response to receiving a predetermined operation (for example, a portion where the production control CPU 120 executes S809 of the volume changing operation process or S837 of the volume changing process) When,
When the predetermined operation is received, specific sound output means for outputting a specific sound corresponding to the volume set by the volume setting means in response to the reception of the predetermined operation (for example, the effect control CPU 120 changes the volume) A portion for executing S804, S807, and S810 of the operation processing, and a portion for executing S838, S840, and S851 of the volume change processing),
Changeable notification means capable of performing changeable notification for notifying that the volume setting can be changed by the volume change means;
With
The volume changing means can change the volume regardless of whether variable display is executed,
The changeable notification means performs the changeable notification when variable display is not executed, while does not execute the changeable notification when variable display is executed,
The specific sound output means outputs the specific sound when the predetermined operation is received when variable display is not being executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs an effect process flag in S835a, S837a, and S850a of volume change processing). On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of “0” is “0”, the specific sound is not output when the predetermined operation is accepted while the variable display is being executed (for example, the portion that executes S840, S838, and S851). The portion where the volume control process ends when the production control CPU 120 determines that the value of the production process flag is other than “0” in S835a, S837a, and S850a of the volume change process)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent a specific sound from being output when the game is being executed and the game interest from deteriorating.

The gaming machine of means B is
A gaming machine capable of executing variable display (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1),
A sound output unit (for example, speakers 8L and 8R) capable of outputting sound;
Volume setting means (for example, a portion where the production control CPU 120 executes volume change operation processing and volume change processing) capable of setting the volume of the sound output from the sound output unit;
Volume changing means capable of changing the volume set by the volume setting means in response to receiving a predetermined operation (for example, a portion where the production control CPU 120 executes S809 of the volume changing operation process or S837 of the volume changing process) When,
When the predetermined operation is received, specific sound output means for outputting a specific sound corresponding to the volume set by the volume setting means in response to the reception of the predetermined operation (for example, the effect control CPU 120 changes the volume) A portion for executing S804, S807, and S810 of the operation processing, and a portion for executing S838, S840, and S851 of the volume change processing),
Changeable notification means capable of performing changeable notification for notifying that the volume setting can be changed by the volume change means;
With
The volume changing means can change the volume regardless of whether variable display is executed,
The changeable notification means performs the changeable notification when variable display is not executed, while does not execute the changeable notification when variable display is executed,
The specific sound output means outputs the specific sound when the predetermined operation is received when variable display is not being executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs an effect process flag in S835a, S837a, and S850a of volume change processing). When it is determined that the value of “0” is “0”, the portion that executes S840, S838, and S851) On the other hand, when the predetermined operation is accepted while variable display is being executed, the volume setting means sets The specific sound corresponding to the variable display volume that is smaller than the current volume is output (for example, as shown in the modification, when the volume is changed to “10” by the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, The part that outputs the confirmation sound from the speakers 8L and 8R at a volume of “5” that is 5 steps smaller than “10”)
It is characterized by that.
The gaming machine of means C is the gaming machine described in means A or B,
A change result notifying unit that can execute a change result notification for notifying a change result of the volume setting by the volume changing unit separately from the output of the specific sound is provided.
The gaming machine of means D is the gaming machine according to any of means A to C,
The volume changing means is
By a predetermined operation, it can be changed to a multi-stage volume setting including a stage lower than the initial volume and a stage higher than the initial volume,
The volume setting means sets the volume to the initial volume when the reset condition is satisfied when the volume at a level lower than the initial volume is set, and sets the volume at a level higher than the initial volume. When the reset condition is satisfied, the setting is maintained without setting the volume to the initial volume.
According to these features, it is possible to prevent a specific sound from being output when the game is being executed and the game interest from deteriorating.

The gaming machine of means 1 is the gaming machine described in means A or means B,
A changeable notification means (for example, a volume changeable display shown in FIG. 31 as a modified example) for notifying that the sound volume setting of the sound output from the sound output unit can be changed can be executed (for example, As a modified example, as shown in FIG. 31, when the variable display of the decorative design, which is a period in which the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed, is not performed, the effect display device 5 uses the speakers 8L and 8L. A portion for executing a display (volume changeable display) indicating that the volume of the sound output from 8R can be changed,
The changeable notification means is capable of changing the volume during a game (for example, a volume change smaller than that during non-fluctuation) different from a notification mode (for example, a volume changeable display) when the game is not being executed. The changeable notification is executed by display, notification by voice output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and notification that the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed by light emission of the game effect LED 9 or The changeable notification is not executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 31, a portion that ends on the condition that the variable display is started due to the occurrence of the start winning)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the game from being hindered by the changeable notification, and thus it is possible to prevent a decrease in the game interest.

The gaming machine of means 2 is the gaming machine according to any one of means A, means B, and means 1,
Restricting means for restricting the change of the sound volume setting by the sound volume setting changing means during a specific period (for example, during the reach period) of the game (for example, the part where the effect control CPU 120 executes S833a of the sound volume changing process) It is characterized by having.
According to this feature, since the sound volume setting is not changed during the specific period and the specific sound is not output, the specific sound is output during the specific period, and the gaming interest during the specific period is reduced. Can be prevented.

The gaming machine of means 3 is the gaming machine according to any one of means A, means B, means 1, and means 2,
A change result notification (for example, a change result notification display indicating that the volume has been changed as shown in FIG. 32 as a modification) is used as the output of the specific sound. Is provided with a change result notification means (for example, a portion for displaying a change result notification display on the effect display device 5 as shown in 32 as a modification).
According to this feature, the player can easily grasp the volume after the change.

The gaming machine of means 4 is the gaming machine described in means 3,
While the game is being executed, the change result notification means is different from the notification mode when the game is not being executed (for example, a change result notification display smaller than a non-change time when variable display is not being executed, The change result notification is executed by the light emission of the game effect LED 9 or the change result notification is not executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 32 as a modification, output from the speakers 8L and 8R during execution of variable display) If you change the volume of the sound to be played, the change result notification will be hidden)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the game from being hindered by the change result notification, so that it is possible to prevent a decrease in the game interest.

The gaming machine of means 5 is the gaming machine described in means 3,
The change result notification means restricts the execution of the change result notification when it becomes a specific period in the game execution period during execution of the change result notification (for example, as shown in FIG. 33 as a modification, When the display period of the change result notification display overlaps with the reach period, the change result notification display is executed at a lower rate than when the display period of the change result notification display does not overlap with the reach period. The change result notification is executed in a mode during a specific period different from the notification mode when it is not a specific period (for example, as shown in FIG. 33 as a modification, a change result notification display smaller than the normal display mode, (A change result notification is executed by sound output of the speakers 8L and 8R and light emission of the game effect lamp 9)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the gaming interests during the specific period from being lowered due to the change result notification.

The gaming machine of means 6 is the gaming machine according to any of means A, means B, means 1 to means 5,
The specific sound is a sound different from other sounds output from the sound output unit (for example, the confirmation sound is a speaker 8L during non-variable BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R or a variable display of a decorative design. , 8R is an individual sound different from BGM (variable BGM) and other sound effects)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the player from misidentifying a sound other than the specific sound as the specific sound.

The gaming machine of means 7 is the gaming machine according to any of means A, means B, means 1 to means 6,
It has a display area (for example, a display screen) that is visible to the player, and includes display means (for example, an effect display device 5) that can display a display relating to the game in the display area.
The display means can display a display relating to the volume setting of the sound output from the sound output unit in the display area (for example, a display of the currently set volume shown in FIG. 30).
When the game is started while the display means displays the display related to the volume setting, the display related to the volume setting is erased (for example, as shown in FIG. The display ends with the condition that the variable display starts when the start prize occurs)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the display related to the game from becoming difficult to see due to the display related to the volume setting of the sound output from the sound output unit.

The gaming machine of means 8 is the gaming machine according to any one of means A, means B, means 1 to 7,
A first operating means (for example, a stick controller 30 or a push button 31B) that can be operated by the player;
A second operating means (for example, a setting changeover switch 300 or a reset mode selection switch 310) that cannot be operated by the player;
Setting means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for effect control CPU 120 shown in FIG. 16 performs setting related to the gaming machine (for example, setting of volume and light amount) based on the operation of the first operation means or the second operation means. The volume and light intensity settings can be changed at
The setting means is capable of changing a setting that enables setting in a plurality of stages including a stage lower than the initial setting and a stage higher than the initial setting based on the operation of the first operating means (for example, As shown in FIG. 25, the volume can be changed to a lower or higher volume than the default volume).
After the setting is changed based on the operation of the first operating means, when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, when the demonstration effect start waiting timer is up), the setting stage is lower than the initial setting. , The stage of the setting can be set to the initial setting (for example, the presentation control CPU 120 can set the current volume or light amount to the initial volume or the level in S631 or S633 of the player setting reset process shown in FIG. When the level is lower than the initial light level, the volume or light level is changed to the initial volume or initial light level). When the setting level is higher than the initial setting, the setting level is set to the initial setting. (For example, the CPU 120 for effect control controls the current volume or in S631 or S633 of the player setting reset process shown in FIG. 19). When the amount is the initial volume or initial amount or more, moieties to maintain the volume or quantity)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, since the setting is changed to the initial setting when a level lower than the initial setting is set, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated due to an unnecessary change to the initial setting.

  In addition, this invention may have only the invention specific matter described in the claim of this invention, and has a structure other than this invention specific matter with the invention specific matter described in the claim of this invention. It may be a thing.

1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the example of various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the example of an internal structure when a pachinko game machine is seen from the back. It is the schematic of an effect control board when a pachinko game machine is seen from the back. It is a figure which shows a reset mode selection switch and a setting changeover switch. It is a figure which shows an example of the main control commands. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a jackpot classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a notice effect determination process. It is a figure which shows the table for notification effect classification determination. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a volume change operation process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the non-fluctuation effect process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a player setting reset process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a volume change process. It is a figure which shows the display screen by which the menu display was carried out. It is a figure which shows the setting screen when changing production execution frequency mode. It is a figure which shows the display screen by which effect execution frequency mode alerting | reporting display was carried out. It is a figure which shows the state of a reset mode selection switch, the aspect of reset, etc. It is a figure which shows the state of a setting switch, a volume, etc. It is a figure which shows the adjustment screen when changing a 2nd volume level etc. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in non-fluctuation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in the non-fluctuation of a modification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in the non-fluctuation of a modification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in the non-fluctuation of a modification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in the non-fluctuation of a modification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the non-fluctuating screen of a modification, and the example of a display of the changing screen. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the screen in the fluctuation | variation of a modification.

  A mode for carrying out a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described below based on examples.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. The front side of FIG. 1 will be described as the front (front) side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the back side will be described as the back (rear) side. Note that the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is an opposing surface that faces the player when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is viewed from the player side. In the description of each step of the flowchart of the present embodiment, for example, a portion described as “Step S1” may be abbreviated as “S1”.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board 2 that constitutes a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame 3 that supports and fixes the gaming board 2. The gaming machine frame 3 is provided so as to be openable and closable with respect to an outer frame (not shown). The game board 2 is provided with a first special symbol display 4A and a second special symbol display 4B. The first special symbol display 4A and the second special symbol display 4B are each composed of an LED or the like, and in a special symbol game as an example of a variable display game, a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can identify each of them. The special symbol (special symbol) is variably displayed (also referred to as variation display) in a variable manner. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  The game board 2 is provided with an effect display device 5. On the screen of the effect display device 5, a decorative pattern that is a plurality of types of identification information (decoration identification information) that can be identified for each of the variable display of the first special figure and the variable display of the second special figure. (Production design) is variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game. In the effect display device 5, decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R are arranged. On the screen of the effect display device 5, the special symbol game (first special symbol game) using the first special symbol in the first special symbol indicator 4A or the second special symbol in the second special symbol indicator 4B is displayed. In synchronism with the special figure game used (second special figure game), a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be distinguished from each other are variably displayed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (derived). On the screen of the effect display device 5, a first special figure reservation storage display area 5D and a second special figure reservation storage display area 5U are arranged. In the first special figure hold memory display area 5D, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number (special figure hold memory number) corresponding to the special figure game using the first special symbol is performed. In the 2 special figure hold memory display area 5U, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number (special figure hold memory number) corresponding to the special figure game using the second special symbol is performed. In the present embodiment, “display related to the game” refers to decorative symbols, variable display of the decorative symbols, reserved memory display in the first special figure reserved memory display area 5D and the second special figure reserved memory display area 5U. The pachinko gaming machine 1 performs an image displayed on the effect display device 5 as a notice effect to be described later, an image displayed on the effect display device 5 during a big hit game, and an image displayed on the effect display device 5 as a demonstration effect. In addition to the image displayed on the effect display device 5, the image displayed on the effect display device 5 when the variable display is not executed for a certain period (a period set in a demonstration effect start waiting timer described later). It is a concept that includes.

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

  The game ball that has entered the first start winning opening is detected by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has entered the second start winning opening is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  In the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the OFF state, the big winning opening door closes the big winning opening and the game ball cannot enter the big winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the ON state, the special prize opening door opens the big prize opening, so that the game ball can easily enter the special prize opening. Become.

  The game ball that has entered the big prize opening is detected by the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the count switch 23, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When a game ball enters the large winning opening that has been opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, it is more than when the game ball enters another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. The prize ball is paid out. Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult to obtain the winning ball by making the gaming ball enter the special prize winning port, and the game is more than the first state. The second state is disadvantageous to the person.

  The game board 2 is provided with a normal symbol display 20. The normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, etc., like the first special symbol display 4A and the second special symbol display 4B, and is a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. The design (common figure) is displayed in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game. Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided.

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and further, a game effect LED 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A stick controller 30 that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a member that forms a lower plate provided in the lower part of the gaming machine frame 3. The stick controller 30 includes an operation rod that the player holds, and a trigger button 31A is provided at a predetermined position of the operation rod (such as a position where the index finger of the operator is placed when the player holds the operation rod). Yes. The trigger button 31A can be operated in a predetermined direction by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 30 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). It suffices to be configured. A trigger sensor 35A (see FIG. 2) that detects a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation on the trigger button 31A or the like may be built in the operation rod. A tilt direction sensor unit 32 that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the lower pan main body or the like below the stick controller 30. The tilt direction sensor unit 32 includes a transmission type photo sensor and the like, and may be any unit that detects the tilt direction (front / rear / left / right direction) of the operating rod. In addition, the attachment position of the stick controller 30 in a lower plate is not limited to the center part of a lower plate, The position approached to either the right or left may be sufficient.

  A member that forms the upper plate is provided with a push button 31 </ b> B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like above the stick controller 30. The push button 31B only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2) for detecting a player's operation act on the push button 31B may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 31B. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the push button 31 </ b> B and the stick controller 30 are attached in the vertical position in the center portion of the upper plate and the lower plate.

  The trigger button 31A provided on the stick controller 30 is configured such that an instruction operation can be performed by pushing and pulling with an operation finger or the like while the player holds the operation stick of the stick controller 30 with an operating hand. . On the other hand, the push button 31B is provided at a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 that forms the upper plate separately from the stick controller 30, and in a state where the player does not hold the operating rod of the stick controller 30, etc. An instruction operation can be performed by pressing the operation hand.

  In addition, the volume forming buttons 41 and 42 for adjusting the volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R are provided on the member forming the upper plate. The volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are arranged side by side, and when the volume adjustment button 41 arranged on the right side is pressed, the volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R increases, and the volume adjustment button arranged on the left side. When the user presses 42, the volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R decreases. By operating the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, the player can adjust the volume appropriately. A button switch unit 43 (see FIG. 2) for detecting a pressing operation on the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is provided at a position corresponding to the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 inside the member forming the upper plate. It only has to be done. The button switch unit 43 includes a transmission type photosensor corresponding to the volume adjustment button 41 and a transmission type photosensor corresponding to the volume adjustment button 42, and which volume adjustment button is pressed by these transmission type photosensors. What is necessary is just to be able to detect whether it was operated.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, an LED control board 14, and a payout control board 37 as shown in FIG. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. The main board 11 and the effect control board 12 may be connected without using the relay board 15.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is a sub-side control board mainly composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like arranged at a predetermined position, an effect control board 12, a payout control board 37, etc. And a function for outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, and a function for outputting various information to a management computer of a game store (game hall, game hall, etc.) .

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11 and receives control signals and the like transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and produces the effect display device 5, the speaker 8L, Various circuits for controlling the rendering operation by the electrical components for rendering such as 8R, game effect LED 9 and decoration LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 is a part or all of the display operation in the effect display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the lighting / extinguishing operation in the game effect LED 9 or the decoration LED. A function for causing the electrical parts for production to execute a predetermined production operation is provided.

  The audio control board 13 is a control board for audio output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (audio signal) from the effect control board 12, the audio (audio signal is transmitted from the speakers 8L and 8R). A processing circuit for executing audio signal processing for outputting (designated audio) is mounted. Note that the sound includes sound only (music composed only of performances without a song, sound effects, etc.). The LED control board 14 is a control board for LED output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (electric decoration signal) from the effect control board 12, the game effect LED 9, the decoration LED, etc. An LED driver circuit or the like that performs lighting / extinguishing driving (lighting / extinguishing according to the drive content indicated by the electrical signal) is mounted.

  A control signal (control command) transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is an effect control command.

  A game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 executes a ROM 101 for storing a game control program and fixed data, a RAM 102 for providing a game control work area, and a game control program. The CPU 103 that performs the control operation, the random number circuit 104 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the CPU 103, and the I / O 105 are configured.

  On the effect control board 12, an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and a display on the effect display device 5. A display control unit 123 that executes processing and the like for controlling operations, a random number circuit 124 that updates numerical data indicating random values independently of the effect control CPU 120, and an I / O 125 are mounted.

  In addition, the effect control board 12 is equipped with a setting changeover switch 300 for setting a later-described first volume level and first light quantity level in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The first volume stage and the first light quantity stage are stages for setting the volume of the speakers 8L and 8R and the amount of emitted light (brightness) of the game effect LED 9, the decoration LED, etc., and are composed of a plurality of stages. As will be described in detail later, since the setting changeover switch 300 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it can be normally operated only by a person related to the game store (for example, an employee). That is, the first sound volume stage and the first light quantity stage are stages that are changed by an operation on the game store side. On the other hand, the second volume stage and the second light quantity stage are stages that are changed by operations of the stick controller 30 and volume control buttons 41 and 42 by the player or the game store. The second volume stage and the second light quantity stage are stages for setting the volume of the speakers 8L and 8R and the light emission quantity of the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED, and are composed of a plurality of stages. The second volume stage and the second light quantity stage are stages that are changed by the operations of the players in the game store and the players. In the present embodiment, the setting changeover switch 300 is mounted on the effect control board 12, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting changeover switch 300 is mounted on the sound control board 13 to The sound control board 13 may be configured to set one volume level or the first light quantity level, that is, to set a channel to be described later.

  Note that the setting of the first volume level and the first light intensity level by the setting changeover switch 300 is executed by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 in the state of the setting changeover switch 300, which will be described later. Thus, the initial setting is set. In other words, the change of the setting by the setting changeover switch 300 by the person concerned at the amusement store is specifically realized by the effect control CPU 120 performing initial setting according to the state of the setting changeover switch 300. . As described above, in this embodiment, the state of the setting changeover switch 300 is specified only in the initialization process at the time of activation and the initial setting is changed, that is, when the state of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed. In order to reflect the change, the pachinko gaming machine 1 needs to be restarted. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and will be described later, for example, after the startup. In the effect setting process, the state of the setting changeover switch 300 may be monitored, and when the setting changeover switch 300 is operated after activation, the first volume level and the first light quantity level may be changed by the operation. When the first volume level is changed by operating the setting changeover switch 300 after activation, when the second volume level is changed in an effect setting process (more specifically, a volume change operation process) described later or a volume change process described later Similarly, the confirmation sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or the confirmation sound may not be output. When the first volume level is changed by operating the setting changeover switch 300, the game store employee operates the setting changeover switch 300 on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The confirmation sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the volume level is changed is larger than the volume indicated by the volume level after the change so that it can be easily heard by employees on the back side of the pachinko machine 1 The sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R with a low sound that is more easily diffracted than the volume indicated by the changed volume level.

  In addition, the setting of the second volume level and the second light quantity level based on the operation (change operation) of the stick controller 30 and the volume adjustment buttons 41, 42 by the player or the game store side is performed by the stick controller 30, the volume adjustment button 41, The operation state to 42 is set by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 executing an effect setting process described later. That is, when the player or the like changes the setting by operating the stick controller 30 or the volume adjustment buttons 41, 42, specifically, the effect control CPU 120 uses the stick controller 30 or the volume adjustment buttons 41, 42. This is realized by changing the setting according to the operation state.

  The effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120) controls the volume of the sound actually output from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the set first volume level and second volume level. The production control board 12 (production control CPU 120) has a first light quantity stage set by operating the setting changeover switch 300 before the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on. Based on the second light quantity step set by the operation of the stick controller 30, the light quantity of light for actually lighting the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED is controlled. The effect control board 12 is configured to operate at the first volume level set by the operation of the setting changeover switch 300 before the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, and the stick controller 30 and the volume after the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1. The volume based on the second volume level set by operating the adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is also controlled. As a result, the sound control board 13 executes a process of outputting sound from the speakers 8L and 8R at a volume specified by the sound signal. That is, the production control CPU 120 performs audio output control at a volume based on the set first volume level and second volume level. In addition, the effect control board 12 also specifies the light quantity based on the set first light quantity stage and second light quantity stage by the illumination signal transmitted to the LED control board 14. Thereby, the LED control board 14 performs the process of lighting the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED with the light amount specified by the electrical decoration signal. That is, the lighting control with the light quantity based on the set first light quantity stage and the second light quantity stage is performed by the CPU 120 for effect control.

  Note that the volume data of the volume based on the first volume stage and the light quantity data of the light quantity based on the first light volume stage in this embodiment are stored (stored) in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 in the initialization process described later. Further, the volume data of the volume based on the second volume level is stored (updated) in a volume setting value storage buffer (not shown) of the RAM 122 in volume change operation processing and volume operation processing described later, and the amount of light based on the second volume level is stored. The light amount data is stored (updated) in a light amount setting value storage buffer (not shown) of the RAM 122 in an effect setting process described later. That is, “setting the volume” in the present embodiment means storing the volume data based on the first volume level and the volume data based on the second volume level in the RAM 122, and “setting the light amount”. Indicates that the RAM 122 stores light amount data based on the first light amount step and light amount data based on the second light amount step in the RAM 122.

  With such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the sound control board 13 to output the sound of the volume set as described above, or the game effect LED 9 or the like via the LED control board 14 Various effects are executed by turning on / off the LED light for decoration with the light amount set as described above or displaying an effect image on the display area of the effect display device 5 via the display control unit 123. To do. In addition, the production control CPU 120 produces an effect based on signals from the trigger sensor 35A, the push sensor 35B, and the tilt direction sensor unit 32 (that is, an operation on the stick controller 30 and a push button 31B). It is possible to produce effects in response to operations and the like.

  The effect control board 12 is equipped with a reset mode selection switch 310 for selecting a reset mode in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the volume and light amount can be set by the player's operation, but in addition, the execution frequency of the notice effect can be set by the player's operation. The reset mode selection switch 310 is used to select a reset mode when resetting the volume, light quantity, and execution frequency of the notice effect set by the player's operation. In addition, since the reset mode selection switch 310 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it can be normally operated only by a person related to the game store. That is, the reset mode is a setting selected by an operation on the game store side.

  Next, the structure of the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 3, the main board 11 is stored in the board storage case 150, and the effect control board 12 is stored in the board storage case 270. As shown in FIG. 3, the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 are arranged on the effect control board 12 so as to face the back direction of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 are arranged in the upper right part of the effect control board 12 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is viewed from the back (see FIG. 4), and are horizontally long formed in the board storage case 270. It can be operated from the outside of the substrate storage case 270 through a notch 270a cut out in a square shape.

  An official (for example, an employee) of a game store (a game hall, a game hall, etc.) where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set can open the gaming machine frame 3 to the front side (normally, the player is open). You can't do that) The employee can operate the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 of the effect control board 12 by opening the gaming machine frame 3. On the other hand, the player cannot normally operate the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 because the gaming machine frame 3 cannot be opened. Therefore, the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 are operation units for game stores. In other words, in this embodiment, the opening of the gaming machine frame 3 is a condition that allows the operation of the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 (a first condition for performing an operation for a gaming store).

  As shown in FIG. 5, the setting changeover switch 300 has a total of 16 channels from “0” to “F”, and these channels are changed over by rotating the knob 301. Yes. In the present embodiment, a first volume level and a first light intensity level are prepared (defined) corresponding to each of the channels “0” to “F” (see FIG. 25). That is, in this embodiment, 16 levels corresponding to “0” to “F” (here, “0” to “F”, which are the same as the channels) are prepared (defined) as the first volume level. In the present embodiment, 16 steps corresponding to “0” to “F” (here, “0” to “F” which are the same as the channels) are prepared (defined) as the first light amount steps. That is, if the channel is “0”, the first volume level and the first light intensity level of “0” are specified and set by the definition data shown in FIG. 24, and if the channel is “1”, “1”. 24 is specified and set by the definition data shown in FIG. 24. If the channel is “F”, the first volume level and the first light level of “F” are It is specified and set by the definition data shown in FIG. In this embodiment, the setting changeover switch 300 is directly or indirectly connected to the effect control CPU 120 via a predetermined circuit, and the effect control CPU 120 can read the current channel of the setting changeover switch 300 ( A signal corresponding to the channel is input to the CPU 120 for effect control).

  As shown in FIG. 5, the reset mode selection switch 310 includes a total of three channels “0” to “2”, and is a switch for switching these channels by rotating the knob 311. ing. In this embodiment, a reset mode is prepared for each of the channels “0” to “2” (see FIG. 24). In other words, in this embodiment, the reset mode includes three stages corresponding to three types of reset modes of “normal reset mode”, “all reset mode”, and “non-reset mode” (here, “0” to “2”) is prepared (defined). That is, if the channel is “0”, “normal reset mode” is set, if the channel is “1”, “all reset mode” is set, and if the channel is “2”, “non-reset” is set. Mode "is set. In this embodiment, the reset mode selection switch 310 is directly or indirectly connected to the effect control CPU 120 via a predetermined circuit, and the effect control CPU 120 can read the current channel of the reset mode selection switch 310. it can.

  In this embodiment, a setting changeover switch 300 for setting the first volume level and the first light quantity level and a reset mode selection switch 310 for selecting the reset mode are mounted as separate switches. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting of the first volume level or the first light quantity level and the selection of the reset mode may be performed by operating one switch. This switch does not have to rotate the knob, but may be a switch set by pressing a button or a dip switch.

  When the special figure game using the first special figure is started or when the special figure game using the second special figure is started, the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is used as a predetermined specific display result. Whether or not to make a “big hit” is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, the variation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result. After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the fluctuation pattern, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived and displayed. Is done.

  When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable display result is “big jackpot”, and control is made to a jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state (also referred to as a specific gaming state) advantageous to the player. Is done. Whether or not the game is controlled to the big hit game state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and is determined when a special game is started as described above (predetermined) Is done. As a special symbol variable display result, when the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed, and the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result is “lost”. In the present embodiment, whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, that is, whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state (advantageous state) advantageous to the player, when starting the special figure game. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and these determinations are performed at a timing different from the time when the special game is started, for example, when a start prize is generated. Also good.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. Then, during the predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or the period until a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a winning ball is generated, the grand prize opening is continuously opened. A round game (round) is executed.

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

  After the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) may be controlled to a probability change state where the probability is higher than the normal state. The probability change state is controlled so as to continue until a predetermined probability change end condition such as the start of the next big hit gaming state is satisfied. In addition, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the determination rate of the variation pattern having a short variable display time is increased from the normal state, so that the average variable display time is controlled to be short when the normal display state is shorter than the normal state. is there. The short-time state is one of the short-time end conditions of the predetermined number of times (in this example, 100 times) that the variable display (special game) is executed and the next big hit game state is started. Is controlled to continue until is established first. Note that the remaining number of executions of variable display (such as a special game) until the time-shutdown condition is satisfied may be referred to as a time-save remaining number. The short-time state and the probability variation state are also advantageous for the player. In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the non-probability large hit gaming state is finished becomes a time-short state but does not become a probable variation state. In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation big hit gaming state is finished is a short time state and a probability variation state.

  The normal state is a game state other than a specific game state such as a big hit game state, a state that is advantageous to the player such as a short-time state, a probability change state, etc. The probability of “per figure” and the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game will be “big hit” is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (predetermined return processing after power-on as in the case of system reset) Is controlled in the same manner as when (1) is not executed.

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

  Time-short states are also referred to as “high base state”, “high base”, etc., and game states that are not time-short states are also referred to as “low base state”, “low base”, “non-time-short state”, “non-time-short state”, etc. Is called. The probability variation state in which probability variation control is performed is also referred to as "high probability state", "high probability", etc., and the gaming state that is not the probability variation state is "low probability state", "low probability", "non-probability variation state", "non-probability variation". It is also said. The game state when the probability change state and the short time state are also referred to as “highly accurate and high base state”, “highly accurate and high base”, and the like. The gaming state when the state is in the short time state without entering the probability variation state is also referred to as “low probability high base state”, “low probability high base state”, or the like. The gaming state when the state is in the probabilistic state without being in the short-time state is also referred to as “highly accurate low base state”, “highly accurate low base”, or the like. The state that does not become either the short-time state or the probability variation state, that is, the normal state is also referred to as “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy low base”, or the like.

  FIG. 6 shows main control commands transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by command control processing described later. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  In the example shown in FIG. 6, the command 8001H is a first change start command for designating start of change in a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display 4A. The command 8002H is a second change start command for designating start of change in a special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display 4B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the effect display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern (variation time) such as a symbol. Here, XXH should just be a value arbitrarily set according to the instruction | indication content by an effect control command. In the variation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be designated.

  The command 8CXXH is a display result designation command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the display result specification command, the decision result (predetermined result) whether the variable display result is “losing” or “big hit”, and the big hit type when the variable display result is “big hit” Different EXT data is set according to the determination result (decision result of jackpot type).

  The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation designation command for designating decorative symbol variation stop (determination) in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the effect display device 5.

  In addition to these control commands, as shown in FIG. 6, a gaming state designation command (command 95XXH) for designating the gaming state at that time, a winning start designation command (command A0XXH) for starting the big hit gaming state, and a big hit gaming state A hit start designation command (command A0XXH) indicating the start of the game, a hit end designation command (command A3XXH) indicating the end of the big hit gaming state, and the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. The first start opening winning designation command (command B100H) for notifying that the game has been performed, and the second starting opening winning designation for notifying that the game ball has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Command (command B200H), first special figure reserved memory number designation command for notifying the first special figure reserved memory number (command C XXH), second JP view pending memory number designating command for notifying the second Japanese view pending memory number (commands C2XXH) or the like is transmitted to the performance control board 12.

  The command C500 (H) is an effect control command (demonstration display enable command) for notifying that the demonstration screen (demo screen) can be displayed. The demonstration display enable command is set to be transmitted in S110 when there is no pending storage. The demonstration displayable command of this embodiment is a command that permits display of the demonstration screen, and the presentation control board 12 that has received the demonstration displayable command does not display the demonstration screen immediately after reception, As will be described later, a demo screen is displayed when there is no operation by the player for a predetermined time. Note that a mode in which a demonstration display enable command is not transmitted from the main board 11 may be used, and the demonstration control screen 12 displays a demonstration screen when there is no variable display for a predetermined period and no operation by the player. The determination may be performed.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs the necessary initial setting after setting the interrupt prohibition. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 102 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes a game control timer interrupt process (not shown). When the game control timer interrupt process is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, thereby causing the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count through the switch circuit 110. The state of the detection signal input from various switches such as the switch 23 is determined. Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result. Thereafter, a command control process for transmitting the control command described above from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is executed.

  Next, at least a part of the game random numbers such as the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the random value MR4 for determining the normal figure display result The game random number update process for updating the game with software is executed. Thereafter, the special symbol process shown in FIG. 7 is executed.

  Subsequent to the special symbol process, the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) on the normal symbol display 20 is controlled to change the normal symbol variable display and the tilt of the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Normal symbol process processing for performing operation setting and the like is executed. Thereafter, by executing a command control process, a control command is transmitted (output) from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12.

  Next, the special symbol process will be described. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (S101).

  In the start winning determination process, when the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening is turned on, the CPU 103 uses the number of reserved memories of the special figure game using the first special figure. If the number of the first special figure holding storage number is not the predetermined upper limit value “4”, the starting port buffer value that is the stored value of the starting port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit of the RAM 102 is set to “1”. Set. When the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port is turned on, the second special figure reserved memory number which is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is obtained. If the predetermined upper limit value is not “4”, the starting port buffer value, which is the stored value of the starting port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit of the RAM 102, is set to “2”.

  The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type are selected from the numerical data updated by the random counter provided in the random number circuit 104 or the game control counter setting unit of the RAM 102. Numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is extracted. The numerical data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as reserved data by being set at the head of the empty entry in the special figure storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value.

  For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in a first special figure hold storage unit (not shown). On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in a second special figure hold storage unit (not shown).

  The first special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data of the special figure game that has not yet started, although the game ball has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the first start winning has occurred. Remember. The second special figure holding storage unit holds the pending data of the special figure game that has not yet started, although the game ball has entered the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second starting winning has occurred. Remember.

  As shown in FIG. 7, after the start winning determination process is executed in S101, the CPU 103 executes S110 to S110 depending on the value of the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. One of the processes of S117 is selected and executed.

  The special symbol normal process of S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display 4A or the like is based on the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, such as the first special symbol storage unit or the second special symbol storage unit. It is determined whether or not the special symbol game is started by the second special symbol display 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result is determined by the variable display result. Make a decision (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probable change” or “probable change”. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol indicator 4A and the second special symbol indicator 4B) Lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance. It should be noted that deciding whether or not the variable display result is “hit” means not only deciding whether or not to make the stop symbol a big stake symbol, but also deciding whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state. But there is.

  In the special symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” when it is determined that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”. Thereby, the special figure game using the second special figure is executed in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  Further, as described above, in the process of determining whether the special figure display result is “big hit” or “losing”, which is executed in the special symbol normal process, it is prepared by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. The specified special figure display result determination table is selected and set in the use table for determining the special figure display result. For example, as shown in FIG. 8, in the special figure display result determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates that the special figure display result is “big hit” and “lost”. It is only necessary to be assigned to the determination result of whether or not the game state is the probability variation state.

  In addition, as described above, in the process of determining the big hit type as one of a plurality of types executed in the special symbol normal process, the big hit type determination table prepared by storing in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected. And set in the use table for determining the jackpot type. For example, as shown in FIG. 9, in the jackpot type determination table, the numerical value (determination value) compared with the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type sets the jackpot type as “non-probable change” or “probability change”. As long as it is assigned to the determination result.

  Further, in the special symbol normal process, when the number of reserved symbols stored in the special symbol game using the first special symbol is “0”, the special symbol normal process is terminated after performing a predetermined demonstration display setting. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (demonstration display enable command) for designating demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the effect display device 5 is effect control from the main board 11. Whether any of the reserved storage numbers for the board 12 is “0” and the variable display is not newly performed, so that a demo displayable command transmission completion flag indicating that transmission has already been performed is set. Determine whether or not. At this time, if the demo displayable command transmission completed flag is set, that is, if the demo displayable command has already been transmitted, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been sent (if the demo displayable command transmission flag has not been set), set the demo displayable command transmission flag after setting for sending the demo displayable command. To finish the demo display setting. The set demo displayable command transmission completion flag is cleared when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1”. Therefore, in the demonstration display setting of this embodiment, when a new variable display is not started, a demonstration display enable command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 only once.

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

  FIG. 10 shows the variation pattern of the present embodiment. Among the cases where the variable display result is “losing”, the decorative display variable display mode is “non-reach” that does not become the reach mode and “reach” that reaches the reach mode, A plurality of variation patterns are prepared (defined) in advance in response to a case where the variable display result is “big hit”.

  The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as “non-reach loss variation pattern”) and is variable. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as “reach loss variation pattern”). Further, the non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost”. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as a big hit variation pattern.

  The big hit fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a reach of normal reach is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which a reach of super reach such as super reach A, super reach B, and super reach C is executed. is there. In this embodiment, only one type of normal reach variation pattern is provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of normal reach A, normal reach B,... The normal reach fluctuation pattern may be provided. Also, in the super reach variation pattern, four or more super reach variation patterns such as super reach D in addition to super reach A, super reach B, and super reach C may be provided.

  As shown in FIG. 10, the special figure fluctuation time of the normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach production of the normal reach in this embodiment is performed is shorter than the super reach A, super reach B, and super reach C that are the super reach fluctuation patterns. Is set. Further, the super reach production of the super reach B is executed for the special figure change time of the super reach fluctuation pattern in which the super reach reach production such as the super reach A, the super reach B, and the super reach C in the present embodiment is executed. The fluctuation pattern is set to have a longer special figure fluctuation time than the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach production of the super reach A is executed, and the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach production of the super reach C is executed is the super reach B. The special figure variation time is set longer than the variation pattern in which the super reach production is performed.

  In this embodiment, since the variable display result is set to “big hit” in the order of super reach C, super reach B, super reach A, and normal reach, the big hit expectation is set higher. In the reach variation pattern, the longer the variation time, the higher the degree of expectation for jackpot.

  In the variation pattern setting process, a variation pattern at the time of big hit is determined using a big hit variation pattern determination table (not shown). In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is assigned to each jackpot fluctuation pattern (PA4-1, PB4-1, PB4-2, B4-3). It only has to be done. In the variation pattern setting process, the variation pattern at the time of the loss is determined using a loss variation pattern determination table (not shown). In the loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is determined according to whether the gaming state is the short-time state or the non-short-time state. (PA1-1, PA1-2, PA2-1, PB2-1, PB2-2, PB2-3).

  The special symbol variation process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer. When the timer value of the game control process timer (the timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the special figure variation time has not elapsed, so control for executing variable display of the special figure game is performed. In the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B, a process for changing the special symbol is performed, and the special symbol changing process is ended. On the other hand, when the timer value of the game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol reaches the special symbol change time, the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display The special symbol process flag is set by stopping the change of the special symbol in the device 4B, the fixed special symbol resulting in the variable display result of the special symbol being stopped, and the symbol fixed designation command being transmitted when stopped. Is updated to “3”. By repeatedly executing S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, special symbol variable display, fixed special symbol derivation display, and the like are realized.

  The special symbol stop process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 determines whether the big hit flag is on. When the big hit flag is in the on state, the time reduction flag and the probability variation flag are cleared (turned off), and the remaining number of variable displays executed in the time reduction state provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (time reduction remaining number) ) Is counted. The count value of the short time counter is counted as “0”. Then, a timer value corresponding to the fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, which is a predetermined time) is set as an initial value in the game control process timer. Then, “15” is set as an initial value in a round number counter provided in the RAM 102 for counting round games. After that, it is set to send a hit start designation command and a gaming state designation command (in this case, a command to designate the normal state) for designating the current gaming state, and the special figure process flag is updated to “4”. The symbol stop process is terminated. Since the gaming state is changed after the big hit gaming state, it is not necessary to transmit a gaming state designation command here.

  When the big hit flag is in the off state, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is in the on state. If it is in the on state, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the time reduction number counter. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the count value after subtracting “1” is “0”. If the count value is “0”, the time-short end condition for ending the time-short state is satisfied (that is, Since a predetermined number of variable displays that can be executed in the state has been executed), the time reduction flag is turned off to end the time reduction state. Thereafter, transmission setting for transmitting a game state designation command based on the current game state is performed. If the time flag is off, the count value after subtracting “1” is not “0”, or after the game state designation command transmission is set, the special process flag value is updated to “0”, etc. Then, the special symbol stop process is finished.

  The big hit release pre-processing is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. In this big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the game control process timer. If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the big hit release pre-processing ends. When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the fanfare waiting time has elapsed and the round game start timing has come. In this case, the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and opening the grand prize opening (for example, the process of transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door), the big prize opening A process for setting a timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the period during which the game is opened to the game control process timer is executed. When the process of setting the big prize opening to the open state or the like is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”. By repeating S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, standby until the start timing of the round game, opening of the big prize opening, and the like are realized.

  The big hit release processing is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. This big hit release process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer, a timer value after 1 subtraction, and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch Based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be in the ON state in the process) or the like, the grand prize winning opening is changed from the open state to the closed state (or partially) For example, a process for determining whether or not it is time to return to the open state may be included.

  When it is determined that the timer value after decrementing by 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the special winning opening is closed. Therefore, the process of returning the special winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of turning off the solenoid 82 by stopping the transmission of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door) Processing to set the timer value corresponding to the winning period closing period (round game interval period, which is a preset period) in the game control process timer, or to decrement the count value of the round counter is executed Is done. If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, a process for maintaining the open state of the big prize opening (for example, the solenoid drive signal The process of continuing supply) is performed, and the process during the big hit release is completed. When the big prize opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”. By repeating the big hit opening process every time the timer interrupt occurs, the open state of the big prize opening is maintained until the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state.

  The big hit release post-processing is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In the processing after the big hit release, processing for determining whether the count value of the round number counter has become “0”, processing for decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 when it is not “0”, etc. Done.

  If it is determined that the count value of the round number counter is “0”, it means that the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, so the ending waiting time (start of ending in the big hit gaming state) Is a waiting time until the end of the game, and a timer value corresponding to a predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command is performed, and processing for updating the special figure process flag to “7” is also performed.

  When the process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is 0. If not, it is not the start timing of the round game, so the closed state Is maintained, and the processing after the big hit release ends. If it is 0, it is the start timing of the round game, so the timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the process for opening the big winning opening and the period for opening the big winning opening. Is set to the game control process timer. When the process of setting the big prize opening to the open state or the like is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  Each round game is realized by repeatedly executing the big-hit opening process and the big-hit-opening process after the big winning opening is opened by the big-hit opening pre-processing every time the timer interrupt occurs.

  The big hit end process is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the big hit end process, a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer is performed. If the timer value decremented by 1 is not 0, the ending is not finished, and the jackpot ending process is finished as it is. When the timer value decremented by 1 reaches 0, the ending is completed. Therefore, depending on the big hit type (big hit type buffer setting value) stored in the big hit type buffer, the short time flag, the short time counter, the probability variation flag, etc. Set the state.

  For example, if the big hit type is “probability change”, the time reduction flag and the probability change flag are turned on, and “100” is set as a count initial value in the time reduction counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the big hit type is “non-probable change”, only the hour / hour flag is turned on, and “100” is set as the initial count value in the hour / hour counter. In the jackpot ending process, after such a setting, a transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command for designating a gaming state corresponding to the setting is performed, and various data (such as a gaming control process timer and a jackpot type buffer setting value) The variable is not carried over to the variable display), and the special figure process flag value is updated to “0”.

  Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process shown in FIG. When the production control main process is started, as shown in FIG. 11, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and produce the production control board. 12 is used to set a register of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) mounted on the circuit 12. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit of the RAM 122 is on (S72). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits (S72; No). In the initialization process (S71), as described above, the first volume level and the first light intensity level by the setting changeover switch 300 are set as initial settings (initial volume and initial light intensity).

  If the timer interrupt flag is on (S72; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (S73), and command analysis processing (S74) is executed. In the command analysis processing, for example, various control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer (provided in the RAM 122) are read out and then read out. Setting or control corresponding to the control command is performed.

  After executing the command analysis process, an effect control process is executed (S75). In the effect control process, various effect devices such as an effect image display operation in the display area of the effect display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a light emitter such as the game effect LED 9 and a decoration LED, etc. The contents of the control of the effect operation using the are determined, determined and set according to the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like. Following the effect control process, an effect random number update process (S76) is executed, and numerical data indicating effect random numbers counted by the random counter in the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control. To do. After S76, based on the player's operation, effect setting processing (S77) for setting the volume adjustment, light intensity adjustment, and the execution frequency of the notice effect, and as a non-variable effect when variable display is not executed Display non-variable BGM (background music) output and non-variable effect processing (S78) for demonstration display (demonstration screen display) on the effect display device 5, and display the volume / light quantity setting screen (see FIG. 26). Without changing the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, a volume change process (S79) is executed, and the process proceeds to S72.

  Each reception flag and each storage area are provided in the RAM 122. Also, setting the reception flag means turning on. Note that the reception flag and the command stored in the storage area may be appropriately cleared at an appropriate timing (for example, when the reception of the command is confirmed once by the reception flag and the confirmation is performed again later) Clear when necessary, etc.)

  When receiving the gaming state designation command, the effect control CPU 120 switches the on / off state of the high-accuracy flag and the high base flag based on the contents of the received gaming state designation command. The high-accuracy flag is provided, for example, in the effect control flag setting unit of the RAM 122 and is turned on in response to the probability variation state. The accuracy variation flag on the main board 11 side is turned on / off. Corresponding to the switching, the on state and the off state are switched. The high base flag is also provided in the effect control flag setting unit of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the short-time state, and is used to switch the short-time flag on the main board 11 side between the on state and the off state. Correspondingly, the on state and the off state are switched. For example, when the gaming state designation command designates the high-accuracy high-base state (for example, when the probability change flag and the time-short flag are designated to be on), the effect control CPU 120 designates the high-probability flag and the high Both base flags are turned on (if the flag is already on, the on state is maintained. The same applies to the on state and the off state for both flags). When the gaming state designation command specifies the high probability low base state (for example, when the probability variation flag is on and the time reduction flag is off), the high probability flag is turned on and high base Turn off the flag. When the gaming state designation command specifies a low probability low base state (normal state) (for example, when specifying that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are in an off state), both the high probability flag and the high base flag are set. Turn off.

  When a demo displayable command is received from the main board 11, the demonstration controllable command reception flag is set so that the effect control CPU 120 can specify that the demo displayable command has been received. Yes.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 12, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following S170 in accordance with the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit of the RAM 122 (initially “0”). Any one of the processes of S175 is selected and executed.

  The variable display start waiting process of S170 shown in FIG. 12 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. This variable display start waiting process determines whether or not the first variation start designation command or the second variation start designation command from the main board 11 has been received (for example, whether or not each reception flag is on). Based on this, it includes processing for determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols on the effect display device 5. When the first variation start designation command, the second variation start designation command, or the like is received and it is determined that the decorative display variable display on the production display device 5 is to be started, the value of the production process flag is updated to “1”. . In other cases, the variable display start waiting process is terminated without updating the value of the effect process flag.

  The variable display start setting process of S171 shown in FIG. 12 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. FIG. 13 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first displays a special figure display result based on, for example, a display result designation command (command stored in the display result designation command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11. Is determined to be “lost” (S521). When the special figure display result is “losing” (S521; Yes), for example, the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command (command stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11 is It is determined whether or not it is a non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2) corresponding to the case of “non-reach” in which the decorative symbol variable display mode is not the reach mode (S522).

  When it is determined in S522 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (S522; Yes), a combination of a definite decorative symbol that is a final stop symbol constituting a non-reach combination is determined (S523). In the process of S523, first, numerical data indicating random values for determining decorative symbols of non-reach combinations updated by a random counter for rendering provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122 is extracted and stored in the ROM 121 in advance. The determined decorative design (the decorative design of the non-reach combination) is determined by referring to the stored non-reach combination decorative design determination table.

  When it is determined in S522 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (S522; No), a combination of a confirmed decorative symbol that is a final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined (S524). In the process of S524, first, numerical data indicating a random number for determining the decorative symbol of the reach combination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter is extracted, and the reach combination of the reach combination prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121 is extracted. By referring to the decorative design determination table, etc., the finalized decorative design (decorative decorative design) is determined.

  When it is determined in S521 that the special figure display result is not “losing” (S521; No), the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that are the final stop symbols constituting the jackpot combination is determined (S525). In the process of S525, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a jackpot determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter is extracted. Subsequently, for example, according to the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command (command stored in the display result designation command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11, the jackpot confirmation preliminarily stored in the ROM 121 is prepared. By referring to the symbol determination table or the like, the symbol numbers that are stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the effect display device 5 are the same. Determine the decorative pattern.

  After S523, S524, and S525, the effect control CPU 120 performs a notice effect determination process (see FIG. 14) described later, and determines whether or not to execute the notice effect in the variable display (S529).

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern (stored in advance in the ROM 121) corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command as a usage pattern (S530). A plurality of types of effect control patterns are prepared corresponding to the variation patterns, and here, an effect control pattern corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is selected and set.

  After S530, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, corresponds to the change pattern specified by the change pattern specification command, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (the characteristic corresponding to the change pattern). An initial value corresponding to the fluctuation time is set (S531).

  And the setting for starting the fluctuation | variation of the decoration design etc. in the production | presentation display apparatus 5 is performed (S533). At this time, for example, the display control unit 123 is controlled based on the display control data included in the effect control pattern determined (set) as the use pattern in S530, and “left” provided in the display area of the effect display device 5 is set. , “Middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R may be started. In addition, the sound control board 13 is controlled based on the sound control data included in the effect control pattern determined (set) as the use pattern in S530, and the effect sound such as BGM (variable BGM) is produced by the speakers 8L and 8R. Can be started. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (S534), and the variable display start setting process ends.

  The notice effect determination process shown in FIG. 14 will be described. In this embodiment, in the notice effect determination process, only the notice effect A and the notice effect B are determined as the character notice effects in which the character appears on the display screen of the effect display device 5.

  Further, in this embodiment, the execution frequency (execution ratio) of the notice effect can be set by the player operating the stick controller 30 while the effect execution frequency setting screen (see FIG. 22) described later is displayed. The player has a high execution rate of the notice effect, the “high frequency mode” in which the notice effect is frequently executed, the “normal frequency mode” in which the notice effect is executed at a normal frequency, and the execution rate of the notice effect is It is possible to select three types of effect execution frequency modes, which are low and the “low frequency mode” in which no notice effect is executed. Also, in the notice effect determination process, based on the effect execution frequency mode selected by the player, the first notice effect type determination table for the high frequency mode (FIG. 15A), the second notice for the normal frequency mode. By using any of the notice effect type determination tables of the effect type determination table (FIG. 15B) and the third notice effect type determination table for the low frequency mode (FIG. 15C), the notice effect is determined. A determination is made as to whether to execute the type and notice effect.

  As shown in FIG. 14, in the notice effect determination process of the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 first specifies a variable display result and a change pattern (S401). The variable display result is stored in a display result designation command storage area for storing a display result designation command for designating a display result (loss, probable big hit, non-probable big hit) transmitted from the main board 11 at the start of fluctuation. It can be specified by the display result designation command. Further, as described above, the variation pattern can be specified by the variation pattern designation command stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area. In this embodiment, the target of the notice effect is big hit (probable big hit, non-probable big hit), super reach, and normal reach. Specifically, the display result is big hit (probable big hit, non-probable big hit). Is determined by the display result designation command, and whether the variation pattern is super reach or whether it is normal reach is identified by the variation pattern designation command.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect execution frequency setting set by the player's operation is the high frequency mode (S402). If the performance execution frequency setting is not the high frequency mode, the process proceeds to S404. On the other hand, when the production execution frequency setting is the high frequency mode, the process proceeds to S403.

  In S403, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the notice effect determining random number, and uses the first notice effect type determination table shown in FIG. Determine the type.

  In the present embodiment, the announcement effect determination random number is a random number in the range of 1 to 100, and any value in the range of 1 to 100 is extracted. That is, the number of determination values of the random number for determining the notice effect is 100, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the range of the random number for determining the notice effect is appropriately determined. Just decide. Also, a random number counter for determining the notice effect for generating the random number for determining the notice effect is set in the RAM 122, and the random number counter for determining the notice effect is updated every time the timer is interrupted by the random number updating process.

  Further, in this embodiment, the notice effect A in which the character A appears and the notice effect B in which the character B appears can be executed as the notice effects.

  In the first notice effect type determination table for the high frequency mode, as shown in FIG. 15A, it is variable for each of “notice effect A”, “notice effect B”, and “no notice effect”. When the display result is a big hit, when the variation pattern is a super reach loss, or when the variation pattern is a normal reach loss, the different determination values are assigned so that the number of determination values shown in FIG. It has been.

  Specifically, when the variable display result is a big hit, 27 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, and 68 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”. Five determination values are assigned to “no notice effect”. When the variation pattern is super reach loss, 45 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, 45 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” Ten determination values are assigned to “None”. When the variation pattern is normal reach loss, 60 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, 25 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” Fifteen determination values are assigned to “None”.

  By assigning the determination value in this way, when a big hit is made in the variable display, the notice effect becomes easier to be executed at a higher rate than in the case of super reach loss or normal reach lose, and “notice effect B "Is easy to be executed. In addition, in the case of super reach lose, the execution ratio of “notice effect A” and “notice effect B” is the same, and the ratio of “no notice effect” is determined to be higher than that in the case of a big hit, It is lower than the case of Super Reach Loss. In the case of normal reach lose, “no notice effect” is more easily determined than in the case of a big hit or super reach lose. Furthermore, since the determination ratio of “no notice effect” is low in any type of effect such as big hit, super reach loss, or normal reach lose, execution of the notice effect is easy to be determined, and the frequency of executing the notice effect is high.

  In the first notice effect type determination table for the high frequency mode shown in FIG. 15A, since a small determination value is assigned to “no notice effect”, the determination ratio for executing the notice effect is high. ing. Therefore, when the notice effect determination process is performed using the first notice effect type determination table for the high frequency mode, the notice effect is frequently executed.

  In S403, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect execution frequency setting set by the player's operation is the low frequency mode. If the performance execution frequency setting is not in the low frequency mode, the process proceeds to S406. On the other hand, when the production execution frequency setting is the low frequency mode, the process proceeds to S405.

  In S405, the effect control CPU 120 extracts a random number for determining the notice effect, and uses the third notice effect type determination table shown in FIG. Determine the type.

  In the third notice effect type determination table for the low frequency mode, as shown in FIG. 15C, it is variable for each of “notice effect A”, “notice effect B”, and “no notice effect”. When the display result is a big hit, when the variation pattern is super reach loss, and when the variation pattern is normal reach loss, the different determination values are assigned so that the number of determination values shown in FIG. It has been.

  Specifically, in the case where the variable display result is a big hit, 20 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, and 60 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”. Twenty judgment values are assigned to “no notice effect”. When the variation pattern is a super reach loss, five determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, five determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” Nine determination values are assigned to “None”. When the variation pattern is a normal reach loss, four determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, one determination value is assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” 95 determination values are assigned to “None”.

  By assigning the determination value in this way, when a big hit is made in the variable display, the notice effect becomes easier to be executed at a higher rate than in the case of super reach loss or normal reach lose, and “notice effect B "Is easy to be executed. In addition, in the case of super reach lose, the execution ratio of “notice effect A” and “notice effect B” is the same, and the ratio of “no notice effect” is determined to be higher than that in the case of a big hit, It is lower than the case of Super Reach Loss. In the case of normal reach lose, “no notice effect” is more easily determined than in the case of a big hit or super reach lose. Furthermore, in the case of super reach loss or normal reach loss, “no notice effect” is determined at a high rate, so execution of the notice effect is difficult to be determined, and the execution frequency of the notice effect is low.

  In the third notice effect type determination table for the low frequency mode shown in FIG. 15C, since a large determination value is assigned to “no notice effect”, the determination ratio for executing the notice effect is low. ing. For this reason, the execution frequency of the notice effect is minimized by performing the notice effect determination process using the third notice effect type determination table for the low frequency mode.

  In S406, the effect control CPU 120 extracts the notice effect determination random number, and uses the second notice effect type determination table shown in FIG. Determine the type.

  In the second notice effect type determination table for the normal frequency mode, as shown in FIG. 15B, it is variable for each of “notice effect A”, “notice effect B”, and “no notice effect”. When the display result is a big hit, when the variation pattern is a super reach loss, or when the variation pattern is a normal reach loss, the different determination values are assigned so that the number of determination values shown in FIG. It has been.

  Specifically, in the case where the variable display result is a big hit, 25 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, 65 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, Ten determination values are assigned to “no notice effect”. When the variation pattern is super reach loss, 30 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, 30 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” Forty determination values are assigned to “None”. When the variation pattern is a normal reach loss, 40 determination values are assigned to “notice effect A”, 10 determination values are assigned to “notice effect B”, and “notice effect” 50 determination values are assigned to “None”.

  By assigning the determination value in this way, when the big display is made in the variable display, the notice effect becomes easier to execute than the case of super reach loss or normal reach lose, and “notice effect B” is executed. It is easy to be done. In addition, in the case of super reach lose, the execution ratio of “notice effect A” and “notice effect B” is the same, and the ratio of “no notice effect” is determined to be higher than that in the case of a big hit, It is lower than the case of Super Reach Loss. In the case of normal reach lose, “no notice effect” is more easily determined than in the case of a big hit or super reach lose.

  In the second notice effect type determination table for the normal frequency mode shown in FIG. 15B, the determination value assigned to “no notice effect” is “notice effect” in the first notice effect type determination table. Since it is an intermediate value between the determination value of “None” and the determination value of “No notice effect” in the third notice effect type determination table, the notice effect is executed at a normal frequency. The normal frequency is the initial setting state when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturing factory, and is the frequency when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the initial setting state when the power is turned on.

  As a result of setting each notice effect type determination table in this manner, when a big hit is made in the variable display, “notice effect B” is determined as compared with the case of super reach lose and normal reach lose. It is set so that it becomes easier, and in the case of super reach loss, “notice effect A” is set more easily than in the case of other normal reach loss. On the other hand, in the case of normal reach loss in the variable display, “no notice effect” is set more easily than in the case of a big hit or super reach loss in the variable display.

  By setting in this way, the big hit expectation is higher when the notice effect is executed than when the notice effect is not executed. Further, in the notice effect, the expectation degree of jackpot is higher when the notice effect B is executed than when the notice effect A is executed.

  In this embodiment, in the second notice effect type determination table shown in FIG. 15B and the third notice effect type determination table shown in FIG. 15C, the first notice shown in FIG. Compared to the effect type determination table, the determination ratio of execution of the notice effect when the variable display result is a big hit is lower, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the second notice effect type. In the determination table and the third notice effect type determination table, when the variable display result is a big hit, the decision ratio of executing the notice effect may be high. Even if the variable display result is a big hit, the fluctuation pattern is Super Reach Loss, or the fluctuation pattern is Normal Reach Loss, the execution of the notice effect is executed even if the overall proportion of the notice effect execution is low In such a case, it is desirable that the rate at which the variable display result is a big hit increases.

  The expectation level (reliability) of each notice effect is the probability that each notice effect will be a big hit, the probability that each notice effect will be a big hit, and each notice effect will be executed and lost. It is a numerical value divided by the sum of the probabilities.

  Returning to FIG. 14, after the presence / absence and type of the notice effect are determined in any one of S403, S405, and S406, the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to S407 and determines whether any notice effect is executed. Whether or not “notice effect A” or “notice effect B” has been determined. Here, when neither of the “notice effect” or “notice effect B” has been determined, that is, when “not notice effect” is determined, the notice effect determining process is terminated. On the other hand, when either “notice effect A” or “notice effect B” is determined, the process proceeds to S 408, and the determined type of the notice effect is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Then, the process proceeds to S409, the notice effect execution determination flag is set, and the notice effect determination process is terminated.

  The variable display effect process in S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time (special drawing change time) corresponding to the change pattern has elapsed, based on the timer value of the effect control process timer, for example. . In the process of determining whether or not the variable display time (special drawing fluctuation time) has elapsed, the timer value of the effect control process timer is reduced by 1 and associated with the process timer determination value that is the same value as the timer value reduced by 1. By determining whether the received data is an end code, it is determined whether the special figure variation time has elapsed.

  When it is not the end code, that is, when the special figure fluctuation time has not elapsed, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the current time is the reach effect execution period for executing the reach effect. The said period should just be predetermined in the production | presentation control pattern used as a use pattern. The reach effect execution period is indicated by the fact that the data corresponding to the process timer judgment value having the same value as the timer value of the effect control process timer (data included in the effect control pattern) represents the reach effect execution period. When it is determined that, the effect operation control for executing the reach effect is performed.

  For example, the effect control CPU 120 displays the reach effect associated with the process timer determination value that is the same as the timer value of the effect control process timer in the data included in the effect control pattern selected as the usage pattern. Based on the production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, LED control data, etc.) for execution, the display control unit 123 is controlled to display the production image on the production display device 5, or the audio control board. 13 to output sound from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (audio signal) to 13 and to turn on / off / flash the gaming effect LED 9 and the decoration LED by outputting a command (electric decoration signal) to the LED control board 14 The production operation control is performed.

  As described above, the display control unit 123 is controlled based on the production control execution data for each timer interruption to display the production image on the production display device 5, or the speaker is output by the command (audio signal) output to the audio control board 13. By repeatedly performing effect operation control such as outputting sound from 8L and 8R and turning on / off / flashing the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the LED control board 14 In addition, effects such as reach effects and variable display of decorative symbols are realized.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the execution of the notice effect is determined in the aforementioned notice effect determination process (see FIG. 14), that is, when the notice effect execution determination flag is set, the effect of the notice effect is set. Operation control is executed. When the notice effect is started, the notice effect execution determination flag is cleared. Then, the variable display effect processing ends.

  On the other hand, when the data corresponding to the timer value decremented by 1 is the end code and the special figure variation time has elapsed since the start of the variable display of the decorative symbols (also a special figure game), it is transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation designation command has been received (whether or not a symbol confirmation designation command reception flag is on). At this time, if the symbol determination designation command reception flag is off and no symbol determination designation command is received, the variable display effect processing is terminated and awaits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation designation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is performed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation designation command normally. It may be executed.

  Further, when the symbol confirmation designation command is received by determining whether or not the symbol confirmation designation command is received, for example, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed for deriving and displaying the final stop symbol (determined ornament symbol) (determined ornament symbol combination determined in S171), which is a variable display result in the variable ornament symbol display. At this time, a timer value corresponding to the hit start designation command reception waiting time is set in the effect control process timer or the like. Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure, and the effect process during variable display is ended.

  The special figure waiting process in S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special chart waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command has been received, for example. When it is determined that the hit start designation command has been received, the effect control pattern for executing the effect corresponding to the big hit gaming state is selected as the use pattern, and further, the effect control pattern selected as the use pattern is executed. A timer initial value corresponding to the time is set in the effect control process timer. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”.

  If it is determined that no hit start designation command has been received, the timer value of the effect control process timer is decremented by 1. If the timer value obtained by decrementing by 1 is not 0, the special figure waiting process is terminated. On the other hand, when the timer value obtained by subtracting 1 is 0 (when the hit start designation command reception waiting time has elapsed), it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is “losing”, and the effect process Update the value of the flag to the initial value “0” (At this time, each reception flag, data stored in each storage area, etc. (things that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) are reset as appropriate) .

  The hit process in S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this hit process, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the timer value of the effect control process timer by 1, and the same value as the timer value after subtracting 1 from the data included in the effect control pattern selected as the usage pattern. Based on the production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, LED control data, etc.) associated with the process timer determination value, the display control unit 123 is controlled to produce the production image on the production display device 5. Displaying, outputting sound from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (audio signal) to the audio control board 13, and playing game LED 9 and decoration LED by outputting a command (electric decoration signal) to the LED control board 14 Production operation control such as turning on / off / flashing is performed. By repeatedly executing S174 for each timer interruption, an effect corresponding to the big hit gaming state (for example, an effect including fanfare and excluding ending) is executed. In the hit process, it is further determined whether or not a hit end designation command has been received. If no hit end designation command has been received, all round games have not ended, so the value of the effect control process flag should be updated. The process is terminated without hitting. Also, when the winning end designation command is received, all the round games are ended, and therefore the value of the effect control process flag is “5” corresponding to S175 in order to start the ending effect. Update to "". At the time of this update, an effect control pattern for executing ending is selected as a use pattern, and a timer initial value corresponding to the execution time of the effect control pattern selected as the use pattern is set in the effect control process timer.

  The ending process of S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this ending process, the production control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the timer value of the production control process timer, and the same value as the timer value after subtracting 1 from the data included in the production control pattern selected as the usage pattern. Based on the production control execution data (display control data, audio control data, LED control data, etc.) associated with the process timer determination value, the display control unit 123 is controlled to display the production image on the production display device 5. Or by outputting a sound from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound signal) to the sound control board 13, and a game effect LED 9 or a decoration LED by outputting a command (electric decoration signal) to the LED control board 14. Production operation control such as lighting / extinguishing / flashing is performed. An ending effect is executed by repeatedly executing S175 for each timer interruption. If the timer value after decrementing by 1 is “0”, or if the data associated with the process timer judgment value that is the same as the timer value after decrementing by 1 is the end code, the rendering process Update the value of the flag to the initial value “0” (At this time, each reception flag, data stored in each storage area, etc. (things that you do not want to carry over to the next variable display) are reset as appropriate) .

  Next, the effect setting process will be described. FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect setting process in S77. In the effect setting process, the setting of the volume (the volume of the sound actually output from the speakers 8L and 8R, hereinafter simply referred to as “volume”) and the light amount (the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED are actually turned on). For example, the setting of the effect execution frequency of the notice effect, the display of other menus, and the like. FIG. 21 is a diagram showing a display screen on which a menu is displayed. FIG. 22 is a diagram showing a setting screen that is displayed when the effect execution frequency mode used for setting the execution frequency of the notice effect is changed (that is, when the effect execution frequency mode is changed by an operation by the player). . FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating a display screen on which an effect execution frequency mode notification display is performed. FIG. 24 is a diagram illustrating a relationship example between the state (channel) of the reset mode selection switch and the reset mode set in the player setting reset process. FIG. 25 is a diagram illustrating a relationship example between the state (channel) of the setting changeover switch and the volume, light amount, and the like set in the effect setting process. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing an adjustment screen displayed when the second volume level or the second light level stage used for setting the volume or the light amount is changed (that is, when the volume or the light amount is changed by an operation by the player). It is.

  In the effect setting process, a process for displaying the menu screen is performed while the demonstration screen is displayed. As shown in FIG. 21, the menu screen includes a plurality of selection items including “production effect frequency setting” and “volume / light quantity adjustment”. The player can select a desired selection item using the stick controller 30 or the like. For example, on the menu screen, one of a plurality of selection items is highlighted (flashing display, display for changing the color of the selection item, etc.). The selected item to be highlighted is a selection target. The player switches the selection item to be highlighted using the stick controller 30 or the like, and selects the selection item to be highlighted by pressing the push button 31B. As a result, a desired selection item is selected. When a selection item is selected, a screen corresponding to the selection item is switched from the menu screen and newly displayed. In the present embodiment, as will be described later, a mode in which the menu screen cannot be displayed even if the push button 31B is pressed except when the demonstration effect is being displayed is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited thereto. The menu screen can be displayed by pressing the push button 31B even when the demonstration effect is not displayed, such as immediately after the end of the variable display or during the variable display, and the volume and light quantity can be adjusted via the menu screen. It may be possible to change it.

  The selection item of “production execution frequency setting” is selected when the player sets the production execution frequency mode used for setting the execution frequency of the notice production. By selecting an item, the setting screen (effect execution frequency setting screen) shown in FIG. 22 is displayed. In the setting screen shown in FIG. 22, selection items of three stages of performance execution frequency modes of “high frequency mode”, “normal frequency mode”, and “low frequency mode” are displayed as the performance execution frequency modes that can be set by the player. Has been. The initial setting of the effect execution frequency mode is “normal frequency mode”, and if the player has not yet changed the setting, the selection item of “normal frequency mode” is highlighted. The player can change the effect execution frequency mode by an operation using the stick controller 30 or the like while displaying the effect execution frequency setting screen.

  The selection item of “volume / light quantity adjustment” is selected when the player adjusts the volume or light quantity. By selecting the “volume / light quantity adjustment” selection item on the menu screen, the adjustment screen of FIG. (Volume / Light adjustment screen) is displayed. In the adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26, a range that can be set by the player includes a plurality of volume levels (13 levels from “2” to “14” circled) and a plurality of light intensity levels (“45” surrounded by a square). % ”,“ 60% ”,“ 75% ”, and“ 100% ”) are displayed in the region 5HH and the region 5HL. Note that in the state where the adjustment screen (volume / light quantity adjustment screen) shown in FIG. 26 is displayed, the player tilts the stick controller 30 in the front-rear direction, so that the volume level display area 5HH and the light quantity stage are displayed. One of the display areas 5HL is highlighted and will be described in detail later, but the player tilts the stick controller 30 left and right in a state where the area is highlighted. The volume and amount of light can be changed. In addition, the display of the volume level as a range that can be set by the player is displayed in proportion to the number indicating the volume level. The light intensity level displayed on the adjustment screen varies depending on the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 (details will be described later). Each volume level (“2” to “14”) is a level that can be taken by the second volume level used for setting the volume. Of each volume level, the highlighted volume level (“10” in FIG. 26) becomes the current second volume level. The volume level to be highlighted, that is, the second volume level is changed by an operation using the stick controller 30 or the like. Each light amount step (“45%”, “60%”, “75%”, “100%”, etc.) on the adjustment screen is a step that can be taken by the second light amount step used for setting the light amount. Yes. Of each light quantity stage, the highlighted light quantity stage ("75%" in FIG. 26) is the current second light quantity stage. The highlighted light quantity step, that is, the second light quantity step is changed by an operation using the stick controller 30 or the like. When the second volume stage or the second light quantity stage is changed, the volume or light quantity is set based on the changed stage and the current first volume stage or first light quantity stage. That is, the volume and the light quantity are changed by changing the highlighted volume level and the light quantity stage on the adjustment screen of FIG. As described above, in this embodiment, the display of the demonstration screen and the display of the adjustment screen is a condition that allows the player to perform an operation for setting the volume and light amount (second volume step and second light amount step) (for the player). The second condition for performing the above operation).

  Since the number of volume levels is larger than the number of performance execution frequency modes, the operation of changing the volume level takes more time than the operation of changing the performance execution frequency mode. Specifically, the volume level has 13 levels (for example, 13 levels “2” to “14”) that can be set by the player, and the stage that can be set by the player is 3 levels. Compared to the mode, it takes time to set the volume level. For example, when the production execution frequency mode is the “normal frequency mode”, when the “low frequency mode” is selected, the stick controller 30 only needs to be tilted once, but the initial display of the volume level is “10”. In some cases, when changing to the “14” stage, the stick controller 30 must be tilted four times. There are also four levels (for example, four stages of “45%”, “60%”, “75%”, and “100%”) that can be set by the player with respect to the light amount stage. Compared with the effect execution frequency mode in which the range to be obtained is three steps, it takes time to set the light amount step. In the present embodiment, as will be described later, when the “normal reset mode” is set, the effect execution frequency mode is always reset, but the setting of the volume level and the light amount level depends on the setting contents. There is a time when it is reset and a time when it is not reset.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the volume level setting is lower than the initial setting by the game store, the volume level setting set to the low level can be returned to the state desired by the game store. Further, when the volume level setting is equal to or higher than the initial setting by the game store, the volume level setting can be maintained in a state desired by the game store or higher. Thus, the setting of the volume level may not be reset, so that it is possible to prevent the player from changing the volume level as much as possible. In addition, since the number of steps in the light intensity stage (for example, 4 stages) is larger than that in the effect execution frequency mode (for example, 3 stages), the operation for changing the light intensity stage is more troublesome than the operation for changing the effect execution frequency mode. Take it.

  When the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “A” to “F”, the setting of the volume and the amount of light by the player is restricted. That is, the setting of the second volume level and the second light quantity level is limited. At this time, the sound volume and the light amount are set based on only the first sound volume step and the first light amount step.

  As for the volume and the amount of light, ranges that can actually be taken are determined in advance. Specifically, the sound volume is a range that can actually be taken in 21 levels from “2” to “22” (the larger the number, the larger the sound volume), and the light intensity is “30%”, “45%”, Five stages of “60%”, “75%”, and “100%” are actually possible ranges (see FIG. 25). In the present embodiment, volume data corresponding to each of the 21 levels of volume “2” to “22” is provided in advance. In this embodiment, when the player performs an operation for changing the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the volume data corresponding to the changed volume is stored in the volume setting value storage buffer (update storage). It has come to be. Each effect sound (non-variable BGM, changing BGM, confirmation sound, etc.) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R at a volume corresponding to the volume data stored in the volume setting value storage buffer. . For example, if the volume data set (stored in the volume setting value storage buffer) is “2”, the effect sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R at the volume based on the volume data of “2” and set (volume). If the volume data stored in the setting value storage buffer is “3” volume data larger than the “2” volume data, the production sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the “3” volume data. Is output. In addition, the “100%” light amount in this embodiment is a numerical value indicating the maximum light amount of the game effect LED 9. The light quantity that can be set in the present embodiment is shown at a stage where the maximum light quantity of the game effect LED 9 is “100%”, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume stage. Similarly, the steps may be indicated by absolute values such as “2” to “14”.

  Here, the relationship between the actual volume and light quantity and the first volume level will be described with reference to FIG. The row of the item “setting changeover switch 300” indicates the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 (also the first volume level and the second volume level) (“0” to “F”).

  The row of the item “initial display (volume)” is the volume level (second volume level) highlighted on the adjustment screen that is displayed first after the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed or after the power is turned on. (The volume level is referred to as initial display (volume)). When the channel is “0”, the initial display (volume) is “2”, when the channel is “1”, the initial display (volume) is “3”, and when the channel is “2”. The initial display (volume) is “4”, the initial display (volume) is “6” when the channel is “3”, and the initial display (volume) is “6” when the channel is “4”. When the channel is “5”, “6”, “7”, “8”, “9”, the initial display (volume) is “10”, “11”, “12”, respectively. , “13”, “14”. When the channel is “A” to “F”, the setting of the second volume level is limited, and the adjustment screen of FIG. 26 is not displayed, so the initial display is not set.

  In addition, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturing factory, the setting changeover switch 300 is set to a specific channel (for example, “5”). It should be noted that the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 may not be changed at the game store side in a state where the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is set to a specific channel at the time of shipment from the factory. In this case, the initial display (volume) value (for example, “10”) corresponding to a specific channel set at the time of shipment from the factory is set to be fixed (cannot be changed at the game store side). May be.

  The row of the “actual volume range” item indicates a range that the volume can take. Note that the number in parentheses described in the row of the “actual volume range” item is the value of the second volume level (highlighted volume level) at that volume level. For example, “2 (2)” indicates that the volume is “2” when the second volume level is “2”. As shown in FIG. 25, in this embodiment, when the channel is “0” to “4”, the volume is “2” to “14”. When the second volume level is increased to “2”, “3”, “4”... “14”, the volume is correspondingly increased to “2”, “3”, “4”. "It goes up. That is, the values of the volume and the second volume level are the same. When the channel is “5” to “9”, the volume is “10” to “22”. When the second volume level is increased to “2”, “3”, “4”... “14”, the volume is correspondingly increased to “10”, “11”, “12”. "It goes up. That is, the volume is a value obtained by adding “8” to the value of the second volume level. In the present embodiment, when the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “0” to “4” and the initial display is “8” or less, which is the first volume level, the level is When the same volume is set, and the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “5” to “9” and the initial display is “10” or higher, which is the first volume level, the level is changed to that level. The volume to which “8” is added is set, and the range that the actual volume can take varies depending on the initial display that is the first volume stage. Therefore, even when “10” illustrated in FIG. 25 is selected at the same stage on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen described later, for example, even when the initial display as the first volume stage is “8” or less. In the case where the initial display that is the first volume level is a level of “10” or higher, a different volume is set as the volume that is actually set.

  The row of the “actual volume” item indicates the set volume. When the channel is “A” to “F”, the setting of the second volume level is limited, and the volume is not changed, so the volume is fixed. When the channel is “A”, the volume is “2”, when the channel is “B”, the volume is “4”, and when the channel is “C”, the volume is “7”. When the channels are “D”, “E”, and “F”, the volumes are “10”, “15”, and “22”, respectively.

  The row of the item “initial display (light quantity)” indicates a light quantity stage (second light quantity stage) that is highlighted on the adjustment screen that is initially displayed after power-on (the light quantity stage is referred to as initial display (light quantity)). . For example, in the state where the player has not yet set the light quantity, the light quantity stage highlighted in S711 of the effect setting process of FIG. When the channel is “0” and “1”, the initial display (light quantity) is “30%”, and when the channel is “2” and “3”, the initial display (light quantity) is “45%”. (There are four light intensity levels displayed on the adjustment screen: “30%”, “45%”, “60%”, and “75%”). When the channel is “4” and “5”, the initial display (light quantity) is “60%”, and when the channel is “6” and “7”, the initial display (light quantity) is “75%”. When the channel is “8” and “9”, the initial display (light quantity) is “100%” (the light quantity levels displayed on the adjustment screen are “45%”, “60%”, “75”). % ”And“ 100% ”). When the channel is “A” to “F”, the setting of the second light quantity step is limited, and the adjustment screen of FIG. 26 is not displayed, so the initial display is not set.

  Further, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturing factory, as described above, the setting changeover switch 300 is set to a specific channel (for example, “5”), but the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is set to the factory. The channel of the setting changeover switch 300 may not be changeable at the amusement store side in a state set to a specific channel at the time of shipment. In this case, the specific channel set at the time of factory shipment The value (for example, “60%”) of the initial display (light quantity) corresponding to “” may be set to be fixed (cannot be changed at the game shop side).

  The row of the item “actual light amount range” indicates a range in which the light amount can be taken. Unlike the sound volume, the light amount becomes the same value as the highlighted light amount step (second light amount step) (the value may be different for the sound volume). As shown in FIG. 25, in this embodiment, when the channel is “0” to “3”, the light amount is any one of “30%”, “45%”, “60%”, and “75%”. When the channel is “4” to “9”, the light amount is any one of “45%”, “60%”, “75%”, and “100%”.

  The row of the item “actual light quantity” indicates the set light quantity. When the channel is “A” to “F”, the setting of the second light quantity step is limited, and the light quantity is not changed. Therefore, the light quantity is fixed. When the channel is “A” and “B”, the light amount is “30%”, when the channel is “C” and “D”, the light amount is “75%”, and the channel is “E” and “E”. In the case of “F”, the initial display (light quantity) is “100%”.

  The initial volume and the initial light amount when the power is turned on may be determined in advance according to the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 when the power is turned on (when the initialization process is executed), for example. For example, the effect control CPU 120 reads the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 in the initialization process of S71, and the stages (“0” to “F”) corresponding to the read channel stages (“0” to “F”). And corresponds to the channel on a one-to-one basis as described above) as the first volume level and the first light intensity level (for example, stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122), and the set first volume level and The sound volume and the light intensity may be set as the initial sound volume and the initial light intensity based on the first light intensity step (for example, stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122). The relationship between the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage and the initial volume and the initial light quantity may be determined in advance. The relationship is, for example, the relationship between “A” to “F” and the volume and the light amount, and “0” to “9” and the volume at the second volume level and the second light level level of the initial display shown in FIG. And the relationship with the amount of light. After such a setting is performed, the subsequent production is performed with the set initial volume and initial light amount (for example, the audio signal and electrical signal also specify the set volume and light amount). Is done.

  In the effect setting process of FIG. 16, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the non-fluctuating BGM is being output or the volume / light quantity setting screen shown in FIG. 26 is being displayed (S701). In the non-fluctuating BGM in this embodiment, when the next variable display is not started after the end of the variable display (that is, when there is no reserved memory), the start winning is generated and the next variable display is started. Are output from the speakers 8L and 8R in order to prevent any effects from being executed. If the non-variable BGM is being output or the volume / light quantity setting screen is being displayed, the process proceeds to S702. If the non-variable BGM is not being output and the volume / light quantity setting screen is not being displayed, the effect setting process is terminated. To do.

  In the present embodiment, the non-fluctuating BGM is not being output, and when the volume / light quantity setting screen is not being displayed, the processing of S702 to S732 described later is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the processing of S702 to S732 may be executable regardless of the output of non-fluctuating BGM or the display of the volume / light quantity setting screen.

  In S702, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect display frequency setting screen shown in FIG. 22 is being displayed on the effect display device 5 or the volume light amount adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26 is being displayed. If the effect execution frequency setting screen is being displayed or the volume light intensity adjustment screen is being displayed, the process proceeds to S720. If the effect execution frequency setting screen is not being displayed and the volume light intensity adjustment screen is not being displayed, the process proceeds to S703. move on.

  In S703, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the effect display device 5 is displaying the menu screen shown in FIG. If the menu screen is not being displayed, the process proceeds to S705. If the menu screen is being displayed on the effect display device 5, the process proceeds to S708. In S705, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the push button 31B has been pressed as a menu call operation. If there is a menu call operation, the display control unit 123 is controlled to start displaying the above-described menu screen on the effect display device 5 (S706). Note that the display of the menu screen and the various screens switched from the menu screen (for example, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen in FIG. 27) are terminated by the start of variable display of decorative symbols. After execution of S706, the effect setting process ends. If there is no menu call operation, the effect setting process is terminated without executing S706. In this embodiment, the menu calling operation is exemplified as a pressing operation of the push button 31B when variable display is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the menu calling operation is variable. It may be a tilting operation of the stick controller 30 or a pressing operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 when the display is not executed. When the menu call operation is a press operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, the menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 5 by pressing down at least one of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42. After the display, the volume, light quantity, and production execution frequency may be changed by continuously pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, or the volume, light quantity, and production execution frequency may be changed by operating the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B. May be changed.

  In S708, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) in a state where the selection item of “effect execution frequency setting” is selected on the menu screen. In the state where the selection item “effect execution frequency setting” is selected on the menu screen and there is a determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) (S708; Yes), the process proceeds to S709. On the other hand, when there is no determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) in a state where the selection item “effect execution frequency setting” is selected on the menu screen (S708; No), the process proceeds to S710.

  In S709, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to start displaying the effect execution frequency setting screen shown in FIG. 21 on the effect display device 5, and ends the effect setting process (S709). When the player has not yet changed the setting of the effect execution frequency (effect execution frequency mode), the selection item “normal frequency mode” which is the initial setting is highlighted. In addition, if the player has already changed the setting of the performance execution frequency and the changed setting has not yet been reset to the initial setting, the selection item corresponding to the current performance execution frequency is highlighted. Is done. In addition, even after the player has already changed the setting of the production execution frequency, when the display of the production execution frequency setting screen is started, the changed setting is reset to the initial setting, thereby performing the production. When the frequency setting screen is displayed, a selection item of “normal frequency mode” which is an initial setting may be displayed at all times.

  In S710, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not there is a determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) in a state where the selection item “volume / light quantity adjustment” is selected on the menu screen. In the state where the selection item of “volume / light quantity adjustment” is selected on the menu screen and there is a determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) (S710; Yes), the process proceeds to S711, and “volume / light quantity adjustment” is performed on the menu screen. When the selection item is selected and there is no determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) (S710; No), the process proceeds to S713a.

  In S711, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to change the initial display (volume) and the initial display (light quantity) according to the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 in the effect display device 5 or changed by the player. The control for starting the display of the adjustment screen (adjustment screen as shown in FIG. 26) for highlighting the volume and light intensity level at that time is performed, and the effect setting process ends.

  That is, if the volume and light quantity are not changed by the player, or if the volume and light quantity are changed by the player but the changed settings are reset to the initial settings, the initial display (volume) and initial While the display (light quantity) adjustment screen is displayed, the volume and light quantity are changed by the player, and if the changed volume and light quantity are not yet reset to the initial settings, they are set at that time. The changed volume and light amount adjustment screen is displayed.

  Note that the relationship between the channel and the initial display in the case of the adjustment screen for displaying the initial display (volume) and the initial display (light quantity) is the relationship shown in FIG. 25 (for example, a relationship table as shown in FIG. 25 is used). The initial display is displayed by preparing and referring to the ROM 121). For example, if the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “0”, an adjustment screen including a volume level and a light level step with an initial display (volume) “2” and an initial display (light amount) “30%” is displayed. . For example, if the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “5”, an adjustment screen with the initial display (volume) set to “10” and the initial display (light quantity) set to “60%” is displayed. For example, if the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “9”, an adjustment screen including a volume level and a light level with the initial display (volume) set to “14” and the initial display (light quantity) set to “100%” is displayed. .

  Then, the process proceeds to S713, and a confirmation sound output setting for performing a setting for outputting a predetermined confirmation sound (for example, chime sound) from the speakers 8L and 8R to the sound control board 13 at the volume set at that time. After executing the process, the effect setting process is terminated. Specifically, in the confirmation sound output setting process, for example, a process of outputting a sound signal corresponding to the confirmation sound to the sound control board 13 that is a signal including the designation of the volume set at that time. Consists of The confirmation sound is output by the sound control board 13 during a predetermined confirmation sound period, and the sound control board 13 ends the output when the confirmation sound period elapses.

  Thus, in this embodiment, as shown in the screen transition state in FIG. 26, the determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) is performed with the selection item “volume / light quantity adjustment” selected on the menu screen. The volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26 is displayed in response to the reception from the person. When the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed, the volume (including the initial volume) set at that time, that is, A confirmation sound with the set volume before being changed by the change operation on the setting screen is output.

  In S713a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a selection operation (tilt of the stick controller 30 in the left-right direction) on the menu screen. When there is a selection operation on the menu screen, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to select the item selected by the selection operation (“effect execution frequency setting” or “volume / light quantity adjustment” shown in FIG. 21). Item) is highlighted and the effect setting process is terminated (S713b). In this way, the item highlighted on the menu screen shown in FIG. 22 becomes the selection item. If there is no selection operation on the menu screen, the process proceeds to S714.

  In S <b> 714, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a selection operation for selecting the selection item “return” on the menu screen. If there is a selection operation for selecting the “return” selection item on the menu screen (S714; Yes), the display control unit 123 is controlled to execute a menu screen display end process for ending the menu screen display. (S715), and the effect setting process ends. If there is no selection operation for selecting the “return” selection item on the menu screen (S714; No), the effect setting process is terminated without executing S715.

  On the other hand, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect execution frequency setting screen is being displayed in the effect display device 5 in S720 that is shifted to when the determination in S702 is “Yes”. If the effect display frequency setting screen is being displayed on the effect display device 5 (S720; Yes), the process proceeds to S721, and if the effect display frequency setting screen is not being displayed on the effect display device 5 (S720; No), S725 is performed. Proceed to

  In S721, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a change operation of the effect execution frequency mode on the effect execution frequency setting screen displayed on the effect display device 5. For example, in the setting screen of FIG. 22, when the operation stick of the stick controller 30 is tilted in the left-right direction, the selection item of the effect execution frequency mode to be highlighted is changed and the effect execution of the highlighted selection item is performed. Frequency mode is set. Thus, in this embodiment, in order to simplify the changing operation, the effect execution frequency mode is changed by changing the selection of the selection item in the effect execution frequency mode without performing a determination operation such as pressing the push button 31B. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as with the operation on the menu screen, the push button 31B in a state where any selection item of the effect execution frequency mode is selected. The setting may be changed by pressing the button.

  If there is a change operation of the production execution frequency mode (selection operation of the selection item of the production execution frequency mode) (S721; Yes), the process proceeds to S722, and a change operation of the production execution frequency mode (selection of the selection item of the production execution frequency mode) When there is no operation (S721; No), the process proceeds to S723.

  In S722, the effect control CPU 120 performs display control to change the selected item of the effect execution frequency mode highlighted according to the operation content, and stores the changed effect execution frequency mode, and then the effect setting process. Exit.

  When the changed effect execution frequency mode is stored, in the subsequent notice effect determination process (FIG. 14), the notice effect type determination table (FIG. 15) corresponding to the changed effect execution frequency mode is used. Thus, the type of the notice effect and whether or not to execute the notice effect are determined.

  In the present embodiment, a notification display (see FIG. 23) for notifying the currently set effect execution frequency mode is made in the upper right display area of the display screen of the effect display device 5. When the effect execution frequency mode is changed by the player's operation, the effect control CPU 120 performs display control to change the notification display of the effect execution frequency mode.

  Note that the volume level and light intensity level currently set are displayed only on the adjustment screen (FIG. 26). Although details will be described later, when the volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by operating the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 when the decorative symbols are not variably displayed, the speakers 8L and 8R are changed. The confirmation sound is output at a volume corresponding to the setting state of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted volume, and the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are operated from the speakers 8L and 8R while the decorative design is variably displayed. When changing the output volume, the confirmation sound is not output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  In the present embodiment, when the “normal frequency mode” is being set, the effect execution frequency mode is not displayed, but when the “high frequency mode” or the “low frequency mode” is being set, the effect is executed. A notification display in the frequency mode is made. Even when the “normal frequency mode” is being set, the notification display of the effect execution frequency mode may be performed.

  In the present embodiment, after the setting screen of the effect execution frequency of FIG. 22 is finished and the menu screen of FIG. 21 is finished, the effect is displayed when the demonstration screen is displayed or when the variable display is started. The notification display in the execution frequency mode is started. The notification display in the effect execution frequency mode is displayed during the demonstration screen display or during variable display. The notification display in the effect execution frequency mode may be displayed only during variable display. In this embodiment, after the setting screen or menu screen of the effect execution frequency is finished, the notification display of the effect execution frequency mode is started. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The notification display of the effect execution frequency mode may be started when the setting of the effect execution frequency mode is changed on the effect execution frequency setting screen.

  In the present invention, “non-game in which no game is being executed” means that variable display is not being executed. In addition, “during game execution” of the present invention indicates that variable display is being performed, but “during game execution” of the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present invention If it is a slot machine, replay will be awarded if the variable display is not executed but the game ball is being launched by the player. And “being a game” include a state in which the player is betting and a credit bet operation.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the form indicating that “playing a game” is at least executing variable display is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the special symbol display 4A , 4B, the game effect type LED 9 does not execute variable display, and the state where the effect is displayed on the effect display LED 5 is turned on or flashing, good.

  The “initial setting” of the present invention is a setting when the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed on the game store side, and is a setting when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (or reset). It is. The “initial setting” of the present invention may be a setting at the time when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturing factory.

  In the present embodiment, during the game, the volume level or the light level level is not identifiable so that the player can concentrate on the game without unnecessary notification.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the effect execution frequency mode is notified in a identifiable manner using the display screen of the effect display device 5, but the present invention is not limited to this, and other than the effect display device 5 For example, the effect execution frequency mode may be notified in an identifiable manner by turning on the LED for effecting, changing the lighting color, or the like.

  In S723, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a selection operation for selecting the selection item “return to menu” on the effect execution frequency setting screen. If there is a selection operation for selecting the “return to menu” selection item on the effect execution frequency setting screen (S723; Yes), the process proceeds to S724, and the “return to menu” selection item is selected on the effect execution frequency setting screen. When there is no selection operation (S723; No), an effect setting process is complete | finished.

  In S724, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to perform control to start displaying the same menu screen as the menu screen displayed in response to the menu call operation in S705, and ends the effect setting process.

  In S725, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the sound volume / light quantity adjustment screen is being displayed on the effect display device 5. If the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is being displayed (S725; Yes), the process proceeds to S727. If the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is not being displayed (S725; No), the effect setting process is terminated.

  In S725a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a selection operation (tilting the stick controller 30 up and down and to the right) on the volume / light quantity screen. When there is a selection operation on the volume / light quantity screen, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to select the area selected by the selection operation (the volume level display area shown in FIG. The display area 5HL or “return to menu area” is controlled to be highlighted, and the effect setting process is terminated (S725b). If there is no selection operation on the volume / light quantity screen, the effect setting process ends.

  In S727, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a selection operation for selecting the selection item “return to menu” on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen. If there is a selection operation for selecting the “return” selection item on the volume / light amount adjustment screen (S727; Yes), the process proceeds to S728, and there is no selection operation for selecting the “return” selection item on the volume / light amount adjustment screen. In the case (S727; No), the process proceeds to S729. In S728, the effect control CPU 120 controls the display control unit 123 to control the display control unit 123 to start displaying the same menu screen as the menu screen displayed in response to the menu call operation in S705. To complete the effect setting process.

  In S729, the effect control CPU 120 performs the light amount change operation in a state where the sound volume / light amount adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5, that is, the right and left of the stick controller 30 in the state where the region 5HL is highlighted. It is determined whether or not there is a tilting operation in the direction. If there is a light amount change operation (S729; Yes), the process proceeds to S730, and if there is no light amount change operation (S729; No), the process proceeds to S732.

  In S730, the effect control CPU 120 performs display control for changing the highlighted light quantity step (second light quantity step). When the player's operation is an operation of tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 30 to the left, the display control is performed so as to lower the highlighted light quantity level by one level (if the current level is the lowest level, the minimum level is maintained). I do. When the player's operation is an operation of tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 30 to the right, the highlighted light quantity level is increased by one level (if the current level is the highest level, the highest level is maintained) Take control.

  For example, when the operation rod is tilted to the left in the state of FIG. 26, the highlighted light quantity step (second light quantity step) is changed from “75%” to “60%”. Further, when tilting to the left, the highlighted light quantity step (second light quantity step) is changed to “45%”. Further, if the tilt operation is performed to the left, the highlighted light intensity level (second light intensity level) remains “45%” (the minimum light intensity even if the player unintentionally performs the tilt operation). Can be maintained). For example, when the operation rod is tilted to the right in the state of FIG. 26, the highlighted light quantity step (second light quantity step) is changed from “75%” to “100%”. Further, when the tilt operation is performed to the left, the highlighted light intensity level (second light intensity level) remains at “100%” (the maximum light intensity even if the player unintentionally performs the tilt operation). Can be maintained). Then, the CPU 120 for effect control is highlighted with the currently set first light quantity level and after the change (in this case, including the case where the highest level or the lower level is maintained despite the operation). The light amount is set based on the light amount step, that is, the light amount corresponding to the setting state of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted light amount is set (S731). For example, when the highlighted light intensity level is changed, the changed emphasized light intensity level is set as a new second light intensity level, and the first light intensity level and the newly set second light intensity level are set. Based on this, a new light quantity is set. For example, when the first light quantity level is “6” and the highlighted light quantity level is changed from “75%” to “100%”, “100%” is set as the second light quantity level, Set “100%”. When such a setting is made, thereafter, an effect (for example, the illumination signal also specifies the set light amount) is executed with the set light amount. The effect control CPU 120 generates a light quantity data indicating a light quantity based on the first light quantity stage based on the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted light quantity stage after the change. The set value storage buffer is updated and stored as the light quantity at the second light quantity stage. In this way, the effect control CPU 120 can grasp the currently set light amount by referring to the data stored as the light amount in the second light amount step in the light amount set value storage buffer. It has become.

  In this embodiment, when the highlighted light quantity level is changed by tilting the stick controller 30 (operation rod), the light quantity level newly highlighted at the timing of changing the highlighted light quantity level is used. The mode of setting the light quantity is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. If the light quantity stage to be highlighted is changed by tilting the stick controller 30 (operating rod), the highlighting is newly performed. The timing for setting the light amount based on the light amount step to be performed may be different from the timing at which the highlighted light amount step is changed, such as at the start of determination operation (pressing the push button 31B) or variable display.

  The effect control CPU 120 may output a confirmation sound in order to notify that the amount of light has been changed (including the fact that it has been maintained despite the operation). Further, the notification may be performed by lighting or blinking the game effect LED, the decoration LED, or the like instead of or in addition to the confirmation sound. The light amount of the game effect LED 9 or the decoration LED that is lit or blinked to notify that the light amount has been changed is a set light amount (in the case of a change in the light amount, the light amount after the change can be confirmed by this). If the highest level is maintained despite the operation, the maximum light amount may be output. If the minimum stage is maintained despite the operation, it may be output with the minimum light amount (In addition, in order to make the notification by lighting etc. easy to understand, output with a light amount larger than the minimum light amount) May be performed). Note that the light-emitting body for notification may be provided exclusively for the notification. Thereby, the notification can be performed in an easy-to-understand manner. Then, after the execution of S731, the effect setting process ends. In S732, the effect control CPU 120 ends the effect setting process after executing the volume changing operation process (see FIG. 17).

  In the sound volume changing operation process of FIG. 17, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a confirmation sound output timer indicating that a confirmation sound described later is being output is being counted (S800). If the confirmation sound output timer is counting, the process advances to step S813. On the other hand, when the confirmation sound output timer is not counting, whether or not there is a volume change operation, that is, whether or not the stick controller 30 is tilted in the left-right direction in the state where the region 5HH is highlighted. Is determined (S801). If there is a volume change operation (S801; Yes), the process proceeds to S802. If there is no volume change operation (S801; No), the volume change operation process is terminated. In S802, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation is a change operation to the maximum volume corresponding to the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 (S802). If the operation is not an operation for changing to the maximum volume, the process proceeds to S805. On the other hand, if the operation is a change operation to the maximum volume, the process proceeds to S803.

  In S803, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the currently set volume has been set to the maximum volume by the operation before this time and has already been changed to the maximum volume. If the maximum volume has not been changed, the process proceeds to S808. On the other hand, if the volume has already been changed to the maximum volume, it corresponds to the confirmation sound corresponding to the currently set first volume level and the currently highlighted volume level, that is, the state of the setting changeover switch 300. The output of the confirmation sound is started by setting to output the confirmation sound at the maximum volume (S804), the timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S811), and the speaker 8L, The volume change flag indicating that the volume of the sound output from 8R has been changed is set, and the volume change operation process is terminated (S812).

  In this embodiment, the timer value of the confirmation sound output timer is set in advance according to the output time of the confirmation sound. Further, the timer value of the confirmation sound output timer may not be the same as the confirmation sound output time, may be a little longer than the confirmation sound output time, or may be a slightly shorter time. good. Further, the output time of the confirmation sound may be different depending on the output volume. In this case, the timer value of the confirmation sound output timer corresponding to the output time of each confirmation sound is the timer count. Set at the start of

  In S805, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation of the player who has determined that there is an operation in S705 described above is a change operation to the minimum volume corresponding to the channel of the setting changeover switch 300. If the operation is not a change operation to the minimum volume, the process proceeds to S808. On the other hand, if the operation is a change operation to the minimum volume, the process proceeds to S806.

  In S806, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the currently set volume has been set to the minimum volume by the previous operation and has already been changed to the minimum volume. If the minimum volume has not been changed, the process proceeds to S808. On the other hand, if the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume, the confirmation is performed by setting to output a confirmation sound corresponding to the currently set first volume level and the currently highlighted minimum volume level. The sound output is started (S807), the timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S811), and the sound volume change indicating that the sound sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R has been changed by the player's operation The flag is set and the sound volume changing operation process is terminated (S812).

  In S808, the effect control CPU 120 performs display control to change the highlighted volume level (second volume level) according to the operation content. For example, when the player's operation is an operation of tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 30 to the left, display control is performed so that the highlighted volume level is lowered by one level. Further, when the player's operation is an operation of tilting the operation rod of the stick controller 30 to the right, display control is performed so as to increase the highlighted volume level by one level.

  After S808, the effect control CPU 120 sets the volume based on the first volume level (initial display) based on the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted volume level after the change, that is, the setting changeover switch. The volume data indicating the volume corresponding to the setting state of 300 and the highlighted volume level is updated and stored as the volume of the second volume level in the volume setting value storage buffer formed in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S809). ). By doing so, the CPU 120 for effect control can grasp the currently set volume by referring to the data stored as the volume of the second volume stage in the volume setting value storage buffer. It has become.

  That is, when the highlighted volume level is changed, the volume data indicated by the changed volume level is updated and stored in the volume setting value storage buffer as the volume level of the second volume level. Specifically, as described above, when the first volume level (initial display) is “8” or less, for example “2” (the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “0”), the highlighted volume is displayed. When the stage is changed from “2” or “4” to “3”, the volume data is set to “3” as the volume of the second volume stage. On the other hand, as described above, when the first volume level (initial display) is “10” or more, for example, “11” (the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “6”), the highlighted volume level is “13”. When “” is changed to “14”, the volume data is set to “22” as the volume of the second volume level. When such setting is performed, effects and the like are executed at the set volume thereafter.

  After S809, the effect control CPU 120 performs a setting to output a confirmation sound of a new volume after the change, that is, a confirmation sound of the volume corresponding to the setting state of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted sound volume. Output of confirmation sound is started (S810), timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S811), and the sound volume indicating that the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R has been changed by the player's operation The change flag is set and the sound volume changing operation process is terminated (S812).

  In this embodiment, when the volume level to be highlighted is changed by tilting the stick controller 30 (operation rod), the volume level is newly highlighted at the timing when the volume level to be highlighted is changed. The mode of setting the volume is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and when the volume level to be highlighted is changed by tilting the stick controller 30 (operation rod), a new highlight is displayed. The timing for setting the volume based on the volume level to be displayed may be different from the timing for changing the highlighted volume level, such as at the start of a decision operation (pressing the push button 31B) or variable display.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in the screen transition state in FIG. 26, when a change operation is performed while the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed, a confirmation sound for a new volume after the change is displayed. Is output. In other words, the confirmation sound is output when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed, and is output when the change operation is performed on the displayed volume / light quantity adjustment screen. A confirmation sound of a new volume later is output. In this way, the player can check the volume before the change without performing any special operation, and can change the volume after checking the volume before the change. Convenience can be improved. Furthermore, since the player can hear and compare both confirmation sounds, it becomes easier to grasp the change in volume.

  As for the confirmation sound output in S804, S807, and S810, the effect control CPU 120 outputs a command to the sound control board 13 (a sound signal corresponding to the volume data stored as the second volume in the volume setting value storage buffer). As a result, the sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition, as described above, this confirmation sound is a chime sound that is output for a short period of time so that the player can confirm the volume after the change, and is composed of sound effects other than these chime sounds, voice voices, etc. May be.

  In step S813, which proceeds when the confirmation sound output timer is counting, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the timer value of the confirmation sound output timer by 1, and ends the volume change operation processing. That is, as described above, the confirmation sound output timer is a timer for determining whether the confirmation sound is being output by the voice control board 13, but the present invention is not limited to this. Instead, the effect control CPU 120 may execute a process of terminating the output of the confirmation sound with respect to the sound control board 13 when the confirmation sound output timer expires.

  In the volume change operation process, first, it is determined whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting, thereby invalidating the operation for changing the volume performed while the confirmation sound is being output. Thus, it is possible to prevent the volume adjustment unintended by the player from being performed when the player performs the operation continuously in a short period of time. In addition, when trying to further lower the volume that is the lowest level, a confirmation sound is output according to the volume that is the lowest level, and when the volume that is currently the highest level is further raised, Since the confirmation sound corresponding to the volume at the highest level is output, the player can grasp that the player is operating beyond the range where the volume can be set.

  Note that the confirmation sound for which the output setting is performed in S713 (see FIG. 16) is a non-fluctuating BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a BGM (fluctuating BGM) output from the speakers 8L and 8R during the variable display of the decorative symbols. And other sound effects.

  By such a series of processing, a change in volume and light amount is realized. For example, if the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed from “0” to “9” during the game, the change of the channel is reflected when the adjustment screen (such as FIG. 26) for volume / light quantity adjustment is displayed. At this time, the first volume level and the first light level corresponding to the changed channel are set, and the first volume level and the first light level are set according to the initial display (volume) and the initial display (light level). Changed to volume / light intensity. If the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed from “A” to “F” during the game, the change is immediately reflected. That is, the first volume level and the first light intensity level corresponding to the changed channel are set immediately. Further, when the second volume level or the second light level step in the adjustment screen is changed by operating the stick controller 30 on the operation stick or the like, the light amount or the volume is changed each time the light amount is changed. The game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED are emitted with the changed light amount, and a confirmation sound is output. When the volume is changed, a confirmation sound is output.

  In the present embodiment, with such a configuration, the initial display (volume) and initial display (light quantity) stages (the initial display of the second volume stage and the second light quantity stage) are changed in the channel state (first display). Since the channel state of the setting switch 300 is related to the second volume stage and the second light quantity stage, the player can change the setting. It is easy to grasp the state of the channel of the switch 300, and even though the first volume level and the first light level are different, the actually displayed second volume level and second light level are unlikely to be the same. The actual volume and light amount are not easily misidentified, and the volume and light amount can be suitably adjusted. In the embodiment, the initial display (volume) and the initial display (light quantity) are different between when the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage are the highest stage and when the first stage is the lowest stage. The actual volume and amount of light are not easily misidentified, and the volume and amount of light can be adjusted appropriately.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the initial display (volume) and the initial display (light quantity) are the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage other than the highest stage, the second volume stage ("2" to "2" other than the highest stage). 13 ”) and the second light intensity level (“ 30% ”,“ 45% ”,“ 60% ”,“ 75% ”), and the first volume level and the first light intensity level are the highest levels. In some cases, the second volume level (“14”) or the second light intensity level (“100%”), which is the highest level, is indicated. Can be adjusted. Also, with this configuration, the volume and light quantity do not become larger than the settings on the game store side, so the game store side can maximize the first volume level and the first light level step to output an unintentionally loud sound. Lighting with bright light is prevented.

  When the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed, the first volume level and the first light level are set (changed) for the first time when the adjustment screen is displayed, and the actual volume and light level are reflected. Unintended timing (the first volume stage and the first light quantity stage cannot normally be set by the player, so even if the first volume stage or the first light quantity stage is changed, the player desires the volume and light quantity before the change. The volume and light quantity are prevented from being changed. (The player intends to change the volume and light quantity by displaying the adjustment screen, so there is little inconvenience even if the volume or light quantity is changed at this time. ).

  When the first volume level is increased, the initial display (volume) is also increased, so that the relationship between the first volume level and the second volume level can be easily grasped, so that the volume can be adjusted suitably. Since the initial display (light quantity) increases when the first light quantity step increases, the relationship between the first light quantity stage and the second light quantity stage can be easily grasped, so that the light quantity can be suitably adjusted. In addition, since the confirmation sound is output when the second volume level is set, the setting can be confirmed even with the sound at the second volume level, so that the volume can be adjusted appropriately. Since “A” to “F” for restricting adjustment of the player's volume and light amount are prepared as channels of the setting changeover switch 300, the player's volume setting and light amount setting can be restricted, and the game store intends Sound output at a volume that is not possible can be prevented. In addition, during the restriction, the menu screen without the “volume / light quantity adjustment” item is displayed instead of the menu screen with the “volume / light quantity adjustment” item, so the setting of the second volume level is restricted. This can be notified to the player.

  In this embodiment, even if the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed during the game, the change is reflected when the adjustment screen is displayed. However, the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is changed. Sometimes, the timing at which the change is reflected may be limited to a predetermined period from when the power is turned on. By doing in this way, only the person concerned in the amusement shop that can access the setting changeover switch 300 within a predetermined period from when the power is turned on, that is, within the period, may be able to operate the setting changeover switch 300.

  As described above, according to the embodiment, the volume adjusted (changed) by the player can be easily initialized (reset).

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiments and modifications, the effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation sound corresponding to the maximum volume in S804 of the volume change operation process shown in FIG. 17 or the minimum volume in S807. By outputting a corresponding confirmation sound, when the operation unit (stick controller 30) is operated to set the volume exceeding the predetermined range, the volume corresponding to the volume immediately before exceeding the predetermined range Since the confirmation sound is output, it is possible to make the player recognize that it is going to be set beyond the predetermined range.

  Further, according to the above-described embodiments and modifications, the production control CPU 120 is counting the confirmation sound output timer in S800 of the volume change operation process shown in FIG. 17, that is, during the output of the confirmation sound. By disabling the operation for changing the sound volume, it is possible to prevent the sound volume setting not intended by the player from being performed when the operation unit is continuously operated. In the present embodiment, during the output of the confirmation sound, the confirmation sound is not output and the highlighting is not changed.

  In this embodiment, it is determined whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting in the volume change operation processing (S800). If the confirmation sound output timer is counting, the processing of S801 to S812 is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and by not performing the process of S800, S801 to S801 are output regardless of whether the confirmation sound output timer is counting. The process of S812 may be executable.

  Next, the non-fluctuating effect process in S78 will be described with reference to FIG. In the non-fluctuation effect process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is “0”, which is a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (S901). When the value of the effect process flag is “0”, the process proceeds to S902, and when the value of the effect process flag is not “0”, the process proceeds to S921.

  In S <b> 902, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the demonstration effect start waiting timer for starting the demonstration display (demonstration effect) in the effect display device 5 is being counted. If the demonstration effect start waiting timer is counting, the process proceeds to S906, and if the demonstration effect start waiting timer is not counting, the process proceeds to S903.

  In S903, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the demonstration displayable command reception flag is set. If the demo displayable command reception flag is set, the process proceeds to S904, after the demonstration displayable command reception flag is cleared, the count of the demonstration effect start waiting timer is started, and the process proceeds to S908. On the other hand, if the demonstration displayable command reception flag is not set, the non-fluctuation effect process is terminated.

  In this embodiment, a value corresponding to about 5 minutes is set in advance in the demonstration effect start waiting timer in the present embodiment, but the present invention is not limited to this, and is set in advance in the demonstration effect start waiting timer. The value may be a value corresponding to a period longer than a period set in a non-variable BGM output timer described later.

  As described above, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the demonstration effect start wait timer in S906, which is shifted to when the demonstration effect start wait timer is counting. Then, it is determined whether or not the demonstration effect start waiting timer has expired (S907). If the demonstration effect start wait timer has expired, the process proceeds to S919. If the demonstration effect start wait timer has not expired, the process proceeds to S908.

  In S908, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the non-variable BGM output timer is counting, thereby determining whether or not the BGM is being output in a state where variable display is not executed. To do. When the non-variable BGM output timer is counting, the process proceeds to S915. On the other hand, when the non-variable BGM output timer is not counting, the process proceeds to S908a.

  In S908a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the volume change flag is set. If the volume change flag is set, the process proceeds to S916. If the volume change flag is not set, the process proceeds to S909.

  In S909, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a non-variable BGM output completion flag indicating that BGM output has already been executed in a state where variable display is not executed is set. When the non-variable BGM output completion flag is set, the non-variable effect processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the non-variable BGM output completion flag is not set, the process proceeds to S910, and the non-variable BGM output timer starts counting. Then, an output start setting for outputting non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R is performed on the audio control board 13 (S911), and the non-variable BGM output completion flag is set and the non-variable effect processing is ended. (S911a).

  The non-variable BGM output timer in this embodiment is preset with a value corresponding to about 1 minute. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the non-variable BGM output timer is preset with the non-variable BGM output timer. As described above, this value corresponds to a shorter period than the period set in the demonstration effect start wait timer.

  Further, the non-variable BGM for which the output start setting is performed in S911 in the present embodiment is the same BGM as the BGM (variable BGM) output from the speakers 8L and 8R during the variable display of the decorative symbols, and in S911. When the same BGM output start setting as that of the changing BGM is performed as the non-varying BGM, the changing BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R during the variable display is continuously output as the non-changing BGM. In this embodiment, when the non-fluctuating BGM and the fluctuating BGM are set to the same BGM, and the non-fluctuating BGM is set to be the same as the fluctuating BGM, the output from the speakers 8L and 8R is output during variable display. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the output start setting of the same BGM as the fluctuating BGM is performed as a non-fluctuating BGM. The non-fluctuating BGM may be output from the beginning as the changing BGM from the end of the variable display. In this embodiment, the non-variable BGM and the fluctuating BGM are exemplified as the same BGM. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the non-fluctuating BGM and the fluctuating BGM are different. BGM may be used.

  Further, as described above, in S912, which shifts when the non-variable BGM output timer is counting, the effect control CPU 120 decrements the non-variable BGM output timer by 1 (S912), and the non-variable BGM output timer times out. It is determined whether or not (S913). If the non-variable BGM output timer has timed out, the process proceeds to S914. If the non-variable BGM output timer has not timed out, the process proceeds to S915.

  In S914, the effect control CPU 120 performs an output end setting for ending the output of the non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R on the audio control board 13, and ends the non-variable effect process. In the present embodiment, as illustrated in the processing of S913 and S914, the non-variable BGM output timer is exemplified to end the non-variable BGM output when the timer is up, but the present invention is not limited to this. The non-variable BGM indicates a variable display start waiting process until the demonstration effect start waiting timer expires, that is, until the demonstration effect display is started, or the value of the effect process flag indicates “variable display start waiting process”. You may output repeatedly until it changes to other than 0 ".

  In S915, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the volume change flag is set. If the volume change flag is set, the process proceeds to S915a. If the volume change flag is not set, the non-fluctuation effect process is terminated.

  In S915a, the effect control CPU 120 clears the volume change flag, and then performs a setting to change the volume of the non-variable BGM to the volume set in the volume change operation process and outputs the non-variable BGM at the set volume. The non-fluctuating effect process is started (S915b).

  In S916, the effect control CPU 120 clears the volume change flag. Then, a setting is made to change the volume of the non-variable BGM to the volume set in the volume changing operation process, and the output of the non-variable BGM at the set volume is started (S917), and the demonstration effect start wait timer is reset and counted. Start (timer start) (S918), and proceed to S910. As described above, in this embodiment, after the non-fluctuating BGM output timer is determined to have expired in S913 and the non-fluctuating BGM output has ended, the effect controlling CPU 120 has the non-fluctuating BGM in S908. By determining that the output timer is not counting, and further determining that the volume change flag is set in S908a, that is, determining that there has been a volume change operation by the player, the volume after the change in S917 Then, the output of the non-variable BGM is started again.

  In S919, the effect control CPU 120 starts displaying the demonstration effect on the effect display device 5 (S919). Then, a player setting reset process, which will be described later, is executed, and the non-fluctuation effect process is terminated (S920).

  In S921, when the effect control CPU 120 is displaying any of the demonstration effect, the menu screen shown in FIG. 21, the effect execution frequency setting screen shown in FIG. 22, and the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. The display of the currently displayed screen is terminated (S921). Then, the non-variable BGM output completed flag is cleared (S921a), and if the non-variable BGM output timer and the demonstration effect start waiting timer are being counted, the non-variable BGM output timer and the demonstration effect start waiting timer are cleared (S922). . Further, if the non-variable BGM is being output, an output end setting for ending the non-variable BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R is executed for the sound control board 13, and the non-variable effect processing is ended. (S923). As the output end setting executed by the effect control CPU 120 in S923, a command or the like for ending the output of the non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R may be transmitted to the audio control board 13.

  In this embodiment, if the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating variable display start waiting processing, the demonstration effect start waiting timer is counted, that is, the effect display device 5 displays the menu screen shown in FIG. In addition, even when the production execution frequency setting screen shown in FIG. 22 and the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26 are displayed, the demonstration production display is started if the demonstration production start waiting timer is up. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The menu screen shown in FIG. 21 on the effect display device 5, the effect execution frequency setting screen shown in FIG. 22, and the volume / light quantity adjustment shown in FIG. If the screen is displayed, clear the demonstration production start wait timer and set the demonstration production start wait timer again after the menu screen, production execution frequency setting screen, and volume / light quantity adjustment screen are displayed. You may start counting the demonstration production start wait timer, or temporarily display the count of the demonstration production start wait timer while these menu screen, production execution frequency setting screen, and volume / light quantity adjustment screen are displayed. It may be interrupted.

  Next, the player setting reset process will be described. FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the player setting reset process in S610. This player setting reset process is after the player has changed the volume level, the light level stage, and the performance execution frequency mode, and the display of the demonstration screen is started in the above-described non-change time effect process (see FIG. 18). This is a process executed to reset the volume level, the light level level, and the effect execution frequency mode changed by the player to the initial settings when the reset condition is satisfied. “When the reset condition is satisfied” means that the above-mentioned demonstration screen display waiting timer has expired, and a state in which a game is not performed for a predetermined period (a reset waiting period) after the variable display ends. It is time to continue. In this embodiment, a value corresponding to about 5 minutes is set in advance in the demonstration screen display wait timer, and the predetermined period is a period during which it is determined that one player will have left the game and left. It has become. The reset condition may be fulfilled in other modes. For example, when the hold storage has not occurred for a certain period or longer, when the demonstration screen is displayed for a certain period without displaying the menu screen, The reset condition may be satisfied when the game has not progressed for a certain period of time, such as when the medium has not been fired for a certain period of time.

  In the present embodiment, three types of reset modes, “normal reset mode”, “all reset mode”, and “non-reset mode”, are prepared by operating the reset mode selection switch 310 described above. As described above, since the reset mode selection switch 310 is accessible only to the employees of the game shop, the player cannot operate the reset mode selection switch 310. That is, the reset mode is changed only by an amusement store employee.

  As shown in FIG. 24, the “normal reset mode” is a mode for resetting the effect execution frequency mode to the “normal frequency mode” (initial setting by the game shop). When the volume or light amount setting is lower than the initial sound volume or initial light amount (initial setting by the game store), the setting is based on the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 (first sound volume step or first light amount step). Reset to the initial volume or initial light level, which is the initial setting by the store, and if the volume or light level setting is equal to or higher than the initial volume or initial light level (initial setting by the game shop), do not reset to the initial volume or initial light level (the player's Mode for maintaining settings).

  In this embodiment, when the volume or light intensity setting is “lower” than the initial volume or initial light intensity, it is reset to the initial volume or initial light intensity. When the light amount is “below”, the initial sound volume or the initial light amount may be reset. Also, in this embodiment, when the volume or light intensity is set to the initial volume or the initial light intensity “above”, the initial volume or light intensity is not reset. When the light amount is “higher”, the initial volume or the initial light amount may not be reset. That is, the determination of whether or not “low” in the present embodiment may be a determination of whether or not “below” or “less than”. Further, the determination of whether or not “above” in the present embodiment may be determination of whether or not “high” or “higher”.

  In the “all reset mode”, the production execution frequency mode is reset to “normal frequency mode” (initial setting) (initial setting by the amusement shop), and the volume or light quantity setting is reset to the initial volume or initial light quantity. This is a mode for making an initial setting by an amusement store.

  In addition, the “non-reset mode” does not reset the performance execution frequency mode to the “normal frequency mode” (initial setting) (maintains the player settings), and resets the volume or light intensity setting to the initial volume or initial light intensity. This is a mode for not (maintaining player settings).

  In this way, the amusement shop can set each reset mode. For example, when “all reset mode” is set, after one player performs, when another player plays a game, the setting change made by the previous one player is taken over. The game can be started with the default settings. In addition, when “non-reset mode” is set, even if one player quits the game for a long time and moves to the demo screen, the setting change made by the player may be reset. Disappear. In addition, when the “normal reset mode” is set, the effect execution frequency mode is always reset, but the setting of the volume or the amount of light may or may not be reset depending on the setting contents. is there. In the present embodiment, when the volume or light amount setting is lower than the initial setting by the game store, the low volume or light amount setting can be returned to the state desired by the game store. In addition, when the setting of the volume or the amount of light is equal to or higher than the initial setting by the game store, the setting of the volume or the amount of light can be maintained in a state desired by the game store or higher.

  In the player setting reset process of FIG. 19, first, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current gaming state is a probability change state (S621). Note that whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state is determined by whether or not a probability variation flag (a flag that is turned on in the probability variation state) is in an on state. Here, when the gaming state is the probability variation state, the player setting reset process is terminated. On the other hand, if the gaming state is not a probable change state, the process proceeds to S622.

  In S622, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current gaming state is the time-shortening state (S622). Note that whether or not the gaming state is the short-time state is determined by whether or not the short-time flag (a flag that is turned on in the short-time state) is on. Here, when the gaming state is the short-time state, the player setting reset process is terminated. On the other hand, if the gaming state is not the time saving state, the process proceeds to S623.

  In S623, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the channel of the reset mode selection switch 310 is “2”, that is, whether or not the non-reset mode is being set. Here, when the non-reset mode is being set, the player setting reset process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is not set to the all reset mode, the process proceeds to S624.

  In S624, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current effect execution frequency is set to the normal frequency mode. Here, when the setting of the effect execution frequency is the normal frequency mode, the setting of the normal frequency mode is maintained (the setting of the effect execution frequency is not reset), and the process proceeds to S626. On the other hand, if the effect execution frequency is set to the normal frequency mode, that is, the high frequency mode or the low frequency mode, the process proceeds to S625 and the setting of the effect execution frequency is changed to the normal frequency mode (setting of the effect execution frequency). Is reset to the initial setting), and then the process proceeds to S626. When the setting of the effect execution frequency is changed to the normal frequency mode, the changed effect execution frequency mode is stored and the notification display of the effect execution frequency mode described above is changed (terminated).

  In S626, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the channel of the reset mode selection switch 310 is “1”, that is, whether or not the all reset mode is being set. Here, when the full reset mode is not set, that is, when the normal reset mode is set, the process proceeds to S631 described later. On the other hand, if the full reset mode is being set, the process proceeds to S627.

  In S627, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current volume level is the initial volume. If the current volume level is the initial volume, the process proceeds to S629 described later. On the other hand, if the current volume level is not the initial volume, the current volume level is changed to the initial volume (reset to the initial setting by the game shop) (S628), and then the process proceeds to S629.

  In S629, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current light amount stage is the initial light amount. Here, if the current light amount stage is the initial light amount, the player setting reset process is terminated. On the other hand, if the current light level is not the initial light level, the current light level is changed to the initial light level (reset to the initial setting by the game store) (S630), and then the player setting reset process is terminated.

  Also, in S631 that proceeds when the all-reset mode is not set in S626 described above, that is, when the normal reset mode is set, the effect control CPU 120 is in a stage where the current volume level is lower than the initial volume level. It is determined whether or not there is. If the current volume level is not lower than the initial volume level, that is, if the current volume level is equal to or higher than the initial volume level, the volume level is maintained and the process proceeds to 633, which will be described later. On the other hand, if the current volume level is lower than the initial volume, the current volume level is changed to the initial volume (reset to the initial setting by the amusement store) (S632), and then the process proceeds to S633.

  In S633, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current light intensity level is lower than the initial light intensity level. If the current light level is not lower than the initial light level, that is, if the current light level is greater than or equal to the initial light level, the light level is maintained and the player setting reset process is terminated. On the other hand, if the current light intensity level is lower than the initial light intensity, the current light intensity level is changed to the initial light intensity (reset to the initial setting by the game store) (S634), and then the player setting reset process is performed. finish.

  In this embodiment, in the player setting reset process, when the game state is in the probability change state or in the short time state, the settings such as the volume are not reset, and in the case of the probability change state or in the short time state, the volume etc. are reset. This prevents the game entertainment from declining. It should be noted that when the gaming state is in another control state, such as during a big hit, the settings such as the volume may not be reset.

  In the present embodiment, in the player setting reset process in the “normal reset mode”, the setting of the effect execution frequency mode is reset, but the volume level or light level level is reset when it is lower than the initial setting. However, the resetting is not performed when the initial setting is exceeded, but the present invention is not limited to this, and in the player setting reset process in the “normal reset mode”, the setting of the effect execution frequency mode is performed. Is reset, but the volume level or light quantity level may not be reset at any stage.

  In the present embodiment, in the “normal reset mode”, in the player setting reset process, when the reset condition is satisfied, the setting of the effect execution frequency mode is always reset, but the volume level or light level level is reset. Is reset in the case of a predetermined condition (lower than the initial setting), and is not reset in other cases (in the case of the initial setting or more). In this way, in the player setting reset process, the settings that are always reset are the contents such as the notice effect (the execution rate of the effect, the type of effect, the character that appears, etc.) as in the effect execution frequency mode (first setting item). The setting is related to the story. The setting related to the contents of the effect such as the notice effect will take over the setting change made by the previous one player when the next other player plays the game after the one player makes the game. Then, there is a risk that the next other player will be confused or that the content of the performance will be different from the usual, so that the game may proceed in a disadvantageous state. For this reason, in this embodiment, the settings related to the contents of the effects such as the notice effect are always reset. Note that the “first setting item” that is always reset may be other than the effect execution frequency mode, and the player changes the content of the effect of the notice effect, for example, the character that appears in the notice effect. It may be a thing to do. In addition, with respect to the volume level or light level level (second setting item) that is reset according to a predetermined condition, the devices mounted on the gaming machine such as the volume of the speakers 8L and 8R and the light emission level such as the game effect LED 9 and the decoration LED. This setting is related to the output amount of the player (setting related to the player's visual, auditory, and tactile sensations) and is not related to the content of the effect such as the notice effect. Note that the “second setting item” to be reset in the case of a predetermined condition may be other than the volume level or the light amount level, such as changing the brightness of the display screen of the effect display device 5. May be. That is, the “first setting item” is a setting that does not relate to the output amount of the devices mounted on the gaming machine, and is a setting that relates to the content of the effect such as the notice effect. The “second setting item” is a setting that is not related to the content of the effect such as the notice effect, and is a setting related to the output amount of the devices mounted on the gaming machine.

  In the present embodiment, in the player setting reset process, when the reset condition is satisfied, the setting of the effect execution frequency mode is always reset, but the volume level or the light quantity level is a predetermined condition (initial Is reset in the case of lower than the setting) and not reset in other cases, but the present invention is not limited to this, and when the reset condition is established in the player setting reset process The volume level or light level level must be reset, but the setting of the performance execution frequency mode may be reset in the case of a predetermined condition and not be reset in other cases. The setting may not be reset at all.

  Next, the volume changing process of FIG. 20 will be described. In the volume changing process in the present embodiment, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is not being displayed on the effect display device 5, that is, when the decorative symbol variable display is not executed. When the player presses down the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 during the state of no display, variable display, and big hit game, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R even if the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is not displayed This is a process for changing the volume of the. The effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the sound volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26 is being displayed on the effect display device 5 (S831). If the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is being displayed, the volume change process is terminated. If the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is not being displayed, the process advances to step S832.

  In S832, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting. If the confirmation sound output timer is counting, the process proceeds to S855. If the confirmation sound output timer is not counting, the process proceeds to S833.

  In S833, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are operated. If the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are operated, the process proceeds to S833a. If the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are not operated, the volume change process is terminated.

  In S833a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is any one of “1” to “3” indicating that variable display is being executed. When the value of the production process flag is “1” to “3”, the process proceeds to S833b, and when the value of the production process flag is other than “1” to “3”, the process proceeds to S834.

  In S833b, for example, the effect control CPU 120 refers to display control data included in the effect control pattern determined (set) as the use pattern in S530, and is the variable display being executed being in the reach effect execution period? Determine whether or not. If the variable display being executed is during the reach effect execution period, the volume changing process is terminated, and if the variable display being executed is not during the reach effect execution period, the process proceeds to S834.

  In S834, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is an operation of the volume adjustment button for increasing the volume. When the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is the operation of the volume adjustment button for increasing the volume (for example, when the volume adjustment button 41 arranged on the right side as shown in FIG. 1 is operated), S835 In the case where the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is not the operation of the volume adjustment button for increasing the volume, that is, the operation of the volume adjustment button for decreasing the volume (for example, on the left side as shown in FIG. 1). If the disposed volume adjustment button 42 is operated), the process proceeds to S850.

  In S835, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the currently set volume has been set to the maximum volume by the operation before this time and has already been changed to the maximum volume. If the maximum volume has not been changed, the process advances to step S837. On the other hand, if the maximum volume has already been changed, the process proceeds to S835a.

  In S835a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating variable display start waiting processing. When the value of the production process flag is “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process, a confirmation sound corresponding to the currently set first volume level and the currently highlighted maximum volume level, that is, By setting to output a confirmation sound at the maximum volume corresponding to the state of the setting changeover switch 300, output of the confirmation sound is started (S840), and the timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S839). The sound volume changing operation process is terminated. When the value of the effect process flag is other than “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process, the sound volume changing operation process ends.

  In S850, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the currently set volume has been set to the minimum volume by the operation before this time and has already been changed to the minimum volume. Here, if the volume has not been changed to the minimum volume, the process proceeds to S837. On the other hand, if the volume has already been changed to the minimum volume, the process proceeds to S850a.

  In S850a, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process. When the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating variable display start waiting processing, a confirmation sound corresponding to the currently set first volume level and the currently highlighted volume level of the minimum volume, that is, By making a setting to output a confirmation sound at the minimum volume corresponding to the setting state of the setting changeover switch 300, output of the confirmation sound is started (S851), and the timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S839) Then, the sound volume changing operation process is terminated. When the value of the effect process flag is other than “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process, the sound volume changing operation process ends.

  In S837, the effect control CPU 120 sets the volume based on the first volume level (initial display) based on the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted volume level after the change, that is, the setting changeover switch 300 Volume data indicating the volume corresponding to the set state and the highlighted volume level is updated and stored as the volume level of the second volume level in the volume setting value storage buffer formed in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (S837).

  That is, when the highlighted volume level is changed, the volume data indicated by the changed volume level is updated and stored in the volume setting value storage buffer as the volume level of the second volume level. Specifically, as described above, when the first volume level (initial display) is “8” or less, for example “2” (the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “0”), the highlighted volume is displayed. When the stage is changed from “2” or “4” to “3”, the volume data is set to “3” as the volume of the second volume stage. On the other hand, as described above, when the first volume level (initial display) is “10” or more, for example, “11” (the channel of the setting changeover switch 300 is “6”), the highlighted volume level is “13”. When “” is changed to “14”, the volume data is set to “22” as the volume of the second volume level. When such setting is performed, effects and the like are executed at the set volume thereafter.

  After S837, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating variable display start waiting processing (S837a). When the value of the effect process flag is “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the new sound volume after the change, that is, the setting state of the setting changeover switch 300 and the highlighted sound volume. Is started to output the confirmation sound (S838), the timer count of the confirmation sound output timer is started (S839), and the volume change operation process is terminated. To do. When the value of the effect process flag is other than “0” indicating the variable display start waiting process, the sound volume changing operation process ends.

  As described above, when the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 in the volume changing process of this embodiment, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed. Unlike the case where the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by the tilting operation of the stick controller 30 (when executing the volume changing operation process), the variable display is being executed and the variable display is not being executed. Regardless of the big hit game or the like, the changed volume emphasis display as shown in FIG. 26 is not executed, and only the confirmation sound is output at the changed volume. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed. You may make it alert | report by the display (change result alerting | reporting display) etc. in the effect display apparatus 5 which sound volume was changed into.

  Further, when the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 when the variable display is not executed, the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed. In order to make it easier for the player to grasp this, the change result notification display is displayed at the center of the effect display device 5, while the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 are pressed during the variable display and the speakers 8L and 8R are pressed. When the volume of the sound output from is changed, the change result notification display is displayed at the end (for example, the upper right end) of the effect display device 5 or smaller than when the variable display is not executed. Thus, an effect (for example, variable display, hold storage display, notice effect) being executed may be prevented from being hindered by the change result notification display.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the state where the menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 5, an example in which the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R cannot be changed by pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and even if the menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 5, the sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by pressing the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42. The sound volume may be changeable.

  In the above embodiment, the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R cannot be changed during the reach period during variable display, but the sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R even during the reach period. The sound volume may be changeable.

  Note that the confirmation sound that starts output in S838, S840, and S851 of the volume change processing of the present embodiment is the same as the confirmation sound that starts output in S804, S807, and S810 of the volume change operation processing. Although the height (tone) is common, the present invention is not limited to this, and the confirmation sound for starting output in S838, S840, and S851 of the volume changing process and S804 and S807 of the volume changing operation process. As long as at least one element is common among the melody, rhythm, and tone, other elements may be different from the confirmation sound whose output is started in S810. That is, the “common specific sound (confirmation sound)” in the present embodiment indicates that at least one element is common among the melody, rhythm, and tone that are the elements constituting the confirmation sound.

  In this embodiment, it is determined whether or not the confirmation sound output timer is counting in the volume change processing (S832). If the confirmation sound output timer is counting, the processing of S833 to S839 is not executed. Although the embodiment has been illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and by not executing the process of S832, regardless of whether the confirmation sound output timer is counting or not, S833 to S839 The process may be executable.

  Next, the volume adjustment mode in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. First, as shown in FIG. 27A, when the player operates the push button 31B as a menu call operation when variable display is not executed when variable display is not executed, the menu screen shown in FIG. Is displayed.

  Then, in a state where the menu screen is displayed on the effect display device 5, the player performs a selection operation using the stick controller 30 and a determination operation using the push button 31B. When the selection is determined, the display of the effect display device 5 is switched from the menu screen to the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG.

  Next, as shown in FIGS. 27B and 27C, the player operates the stick controller 30 within the change operation acceptance period after the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5. When a volume setting change operation is performed, the volume setting is changed to a volume corresponding to the setting change operation. Further, a confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R according to the changed set sound volume.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when a volume change operation is received from the player during the output of the non-variable BGM, the volume set by receiving the volume change operation is used. Since the confirmation sound and the non-variable BGM are output, it is easy for the player to grasp the changed sound volume.

  Further, even when a volume change operation is received from the player after the non-variable BGM is output, the non-variable BGM is output at the changed volume, so that the player can change the volume after the change. Easy to grasp.

  Also, the confirmation sound is an individual sound different from non-fluctuating BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R, BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R (variable BGM) and other sound effects during variable display of decorative symbols By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player from misidentifying a sound other than the confirmation sound as the confirmation sound.

  If the current volume or light intensity is lower than the initial volume or initial light intensity in S631 or S633 of the player setting reset process shown in FIG. On the other hand, the effect control CPU 120 maintains the volume or light amount when the current sound volume or light amount is greater than or equal to the initial sound volume or initial light amount in S631 or S633 of the player setting reset process shown in FIG. Thus, since the setting is changed to the initial setting when a stage lower than the initial setting is set, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated due to an unnecessary change to the initial setting.

  In addition, if a volume change operation is received from the player when the variable display is not being executed, a confirmation sound is output, while a volume change operation is received from the player while the variable display is being executed. By not outputting the confirmation sound, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated by outputting the confirmation sound during variable display.

  Further, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being lowered by outputting a confirmation sound during the reach period.

  Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to these embodiments, and modifications and additions within the scope of the present invention are included in the present invention. It is.

  For example, in the above-described embodiment, the demonstration screen display is displayed when a state in which no game is continued for a predetermined period (reset waiting period) after the variable display ends. A display result effect, which is an effect immediately after the stop of the fluctuation, may be performed for a predetermined period after the end of. Furthermore, the display procedure of the adjustment screen for performing volume adjustment and the like is not limited to the above embodiment, and there may be other modes. For example, each screen may be switched according to the flow shown in the modification of FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (A), when a predetermined time (t1) has elapsed since the variable display of the decorative symbols has stopped, as shown in FIG. 28 (B), a display result effect in which each decorative symbol swings is started. The The predetermined time (t1) is about 0.5 seconds. Then, when the first waiting period (t2) elapses, as shown in FIG. 28C, a volume adjustment guidance display for guiding the player that the volume adjustment operation can be performed at the lower right of the display screen, and an effect. An effect execution frequency setting guidance display for guiding the player that the operation of setting the execution frequency can be performed is displayed. In the present embodiment, even if the first waiting period (t2) elapses, the display result effect in which each decorative symbol swings is continued, and at the same time, the volume adjustment guide display and the effect execution frequency setting guide display are displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the volume adjustment guidance display and the presentation execution frequency setting guidance display are displayed, the execution of the display result presentation may be terminated. You may make it perform the stop state of a decoration pattern, a volume adjustment guidance display, and an effect execution frequency setting guidance display. The first waiting period (t2) is about 15 seconds.

  If the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display (FIG. 28C) are suddenly displayed from the state in which the variable display of the decorative symbols is stopped (FIG. 28A), the player There is a risk of misunderstanding that the variable display continues. For example, when a variable display effect such as “pseudo ream” is being executed and there is an operation preview effect that prompts some operation with a temporary stop, etc., a volume adjustment guidance display and an effect execution frequency setting guidance display (FIG. 28 (C )) May be mistaken for the operation notice effect. For this reason, in this embodiment, the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display (FIG. 28) from the state where the variable display of the decorative symbols is stopped (FIG. 28A) until the first waiting period (t2) elapses. (C)) is not performed.

  It should be noted that the display result effect (the effect performed after the change is stopped) does not have to be a mode in which the decorative pattern is shaken, and may be a display of a specific background image, for example. Moreover, the display mode of the display result effect screen is not limited to the same one, and other display modes may be used. For example, a plurality of display result effect screens corresponding to the time reduction state or the high base state may be provided. Anyway. The screen of the display result effect shown in FIG. 28B and the start screen of the volume adjustment guide display and the effect execution frequency setting guide display shown in FIG. Note that the start screen of the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display shown in FIG. 28C may be a screen on which at least the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display are made.

  As shown in FIG. 28C, when the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display are being displayed, a confirmation sound is output and the screen is switched to the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28). 28 (F)). Although illustration is omitted, when the player presses the button, the screen switches to the effect execution frequency setting screen, and the effect execution frequency can be set. In addition, when the predetermined time (t3) elapses without the volume adjustment operation and the production execution frequency setting operation during the display of the volume adjustment guidance display and the production execution frequency setting guidance display, the demonstration screen is started (FIG. 28). (See (D)). The predetermined time (t3) is about 20 seconds.

  As shown in FIG. 28 (F), if the player performs a “return” operation (button operation) while the volume adjustment screen (or effect execution frequency setting screen) is displayed, a screen (only display result effect) ( Switching to FIG. Further, even when a predetermined time (t5) elapses without any operation during the display of the volume adjustment screen (or the production execution frequency setting screen), the screen is switched to the display result production only screen (FIG. 28B). . The predetermined time (t5) is about 30 seconds. Then, when the second waiting period (t2 ′) elapses after switching to the display result effect-only screen (FIG. 28B), the volume is adjusted to the lower right of the display screen as shown in FIG. A guidance display is displayed. The second waiting period (t2 ') is about 7 seconds.

  In this manner, the volume adjustment guidance display is displayed after the second waiting period (t2 ′), which is shorter than the first waiting period (t2) described above, so that the player can again adjust the volume adjustment screen ( When it is desired to return to FIG. 28 (F)) (or effect execution frequency setting screen), it is determined that the sound volume adjustment operation (or button operation) is valid by the volume adjustment guide display (or effect execution frequency setting guide display). Can be recognized quickly. In addition, it is assumed that the player can recognize that the variable display has already stopped after the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28 (F)) (or the effect execution frequency setting screen) is finished. Even if the volume adjustment guidance display (or effect execution frequency setting guidance display) is displayed after the second waiting period (t2 ′), which is shorter than the one waiting period (t2), has just been stopped. Since the fact that the variable display has ended is not clearly expressed, there is no possibility that the player will become unpleasant.

  In the modified example, when the player performs a “return” operation (button operation) while the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28F) is displayed, or when there is no operation, the predetermined time (t5). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the screen of only the display result effect (FIG. 28 (FIG. 28 (B)). It is also possible to switch to the volume adjustment guidance display screen (FIG. 28C) immediately after the end of the display of the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28F) without going through B)). That is, the time corresponding to the second waiting period (t2 ') of this embodiment may be 0 seconds. By doing in this way, even when the display of the volume adjustment screen is finished, the volume adjustment guidance display is displayed, so that the player can grasp that it is possible to shift to the volume adjustment screen again.

  Also, when the player performs a “return” operation (button operation) while the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28 (F)) is displayed, or when a predetermined time (t5) has elapsed without any operation. In addition, the display may return to the variable display stop screen (see FIG. 28A). Then, after the second waiting period (t2 ') elapses, a volume adjustment guidance display (FIG. 28C) may be displayed.

  Note that the volume can be adjusted as described above by performing a volume adjustment operation in which the player tilts the stick controller 30 while the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28F) is displayed. Each time this volume adjustment operation is performed, the set volume level is highlighted and a confirmation sound is output at the set volume, so that the player can set the sound volume appropriately with the highlight and confirmation sound. Can be recognized.

  As shown in FIG. 28D, when the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the demonstration screen is displayed, a confirmation sound is output and the screen is switched to the volume adjustment screen (see FIG. 28F). When the button is pressed, the screen switches to the effect execution frequency setting screen. When a predetermined time (t4) elapses while no operation is being performed while the demo screen is displayed, the demo screen is terminated and the volume adjustment guidance display being displayed on the demo screen is also terminated, and the screen is switched to the company name screen (see FIG. 28 (E)). Then, when a predetermined time (t6) elapses without any operation since the display of the company name screen is started, the display is switched to the demo screen again, and the company name screen and the demo screen are switched alternately. Yes. The predetermined time (t4) is about 30 seconds. The predetermined time (t6) is about 5 seconds.

  In this modification, while the demonstration screen is displayed, the volume adjustment guidance display and the production execution frequency setting guidance display are performed, while the company name screen is displayed, the volume adjustment guidance display and the production execution frequency setting guidance display. Therefore, the visibility of the company name screen is not hindered by the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the company name screen that the manufacturer wants to preferentially show to the player from becoming difficult to see due to the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display.

  In this modified example, when a predetermined time (t4) elapses without any operation while the demonstration screen (FIG. 28D) is being displayed, the company name screen (FIG. 28E) is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when a predetermined time (t4) elapses without any operation during the display of the demonstration screen (FIG. 28D), the screen (only the display result effect ( 28B), a volume adjustment guidance display screen (FIG. 28C), or the like may be used. In addition, when a predetermined time (t4) has passed without any operation during the display of the demonstration screen (FIG. 28D), the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shifted to the power saving mode with reduced power consumption. You may make it switch to the power saving screen which shows that it is the said power saving mode.

  It should be noted that when the decorative display variable display is started during the display of the demonstration screen (FIG. 28D), the screen of the volume adjustment guidance display and the effect execution frequency setting guidance display (FIG. 28C) is momentarily displayed. After being displayed, the screen may be switched to a variable display screen. Alternatively, the display result presentation screen (FIG. 28B) may be displayed for a moment and then switched to a variable display screen.

  Note that the display mode of the volume adjustment guidance display screen (FIG. 28C) is not limited to the same display mode, and may include other display modes. A screen for volume adjustment guidance display and effect execution frequency setting guidance display may be provided.

  Further, in this modification, when the demo screen (FIG. 28D) is switched to the volume adjustment guidance display and the production execution frequency setting guidance display screen (FIG. 28C), the display result of each decorative symbol swinging is displayed. Simultaneously with the production, the volume adjustment guidance display and the production execution frequency setting guidance display are displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume adjustment is performed from the demonstration screen (FIG. 28D). Guidance display and effect execution frequency setting guidance display screen (FIG. 28C), without switching to the display result effect, normal decorative symbol stop state and volume adjustment guidance display and effect execution frequency setting guidance Display may be performed.

  As shown in FIG. 28E, when the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the company name screen is displayed, a confirmation sound is output. During the display of the company name screen, even if the player performs a volume adjustment operation, the display is not immediately switched to the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28F), but the display of the company name screen is started for a predetermined time (t6). ) Has passed, the screen is switched to the volume adjustment screen (see FIG. 28F). Therefore, even if the player performs the volume adjustment operation before the display of the company name screen is completed, the company name screen is not displayed on the way because the player is switched to the volume adjustment screen, and a predetermined time (t6) determined in advance. The display is continued over the period.

  In this embodiment, even if the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the company name screen is displayed, the player does not immediately switch to the volume adjustment screen (FIG. 28 (F)). That is, the visibility of the company name screen is not hindered by the volume adjustment screen. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the company name screen that the manufacturer wants to preferentially show to the player from becoming difficult to see due to the volume adjustment guidance display. Also, when the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the company name screen is displayed, a confirmation sound is output even before switching to the volume adjustment screen, so the player may recognize that the volume has been adjusted. it can.

  In this embodiment, a confirmation sound is output when the player performs a volume adjustment operation while the company name screen is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this and the confirmation sound is output. Instead of the sound being output, a mode in which a predetermined LED provided on the gaming machine is turned on may be used, and a notification means for notifying the player that the operation has been accepted without changing the screen display. Any mode may be used as long as it exists.

  Next, the flow of each screen of another modification will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 29A, when a predetermined time (t1) elapses after the variable display of the decorative symbols is stopped, a display result effect in which each decorative symbol swings is started as shown in FIG. The Then, when the first waiting period (t2) elapses, a menu guidance display is displayed at the lower right of the display screen as shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 29C, when the player performs a button operation while the menu guidance display is being displayed, the menu screen is displayed (see FIG. 29D). If a predetermined time (t3) elapses without any operation during the display of the menu guidance display, the menu guidance display is terminated and a demonstration screen is started (see FIG. 29E). In the above-described modification, the volume adjustment guidance display is displayed even while the demonstration screen is displayed. However, in this modification, the menu guidance display is erased while the demonstration screen is displayed. ing.

  As shown in FIG. 29D, when the player performs a button operation while the menu screen is displayed, the screen is switched to a display result display only screen (FIG. 29B). In addition, even when the predetermined time (t5) elapses without any operation during the display of the menu screen, the screen is switched to a display result display only screen (FIG. 29B). Then, when the second waiting period (t2 ′) elapses after switching to the display result effect-only screen (FIG. 29B), as shown in FIG. The display is displayed.

  During the display of the menu screen (FIG. 29D), the player operates any one of the selection items of “volume adjustment”, “light intensity adjustment”, and “production execution frequency” (touch panel). The screen is switched to the screen corresponding to the selected item. Then, when a predetermined time (t6) elapses without any operation while the screen corresponding to the selection item is being displayed, a demonstration screen is started (see FIG. 29E). If the player is performing an operation while the screen corresponding to the selected item is displayed, the screen does not shift to the demo screen, and since the last operation, there is no operation. When the time (t6) elapses, a demonstration screen is started (see FIG. 29E). Further, when there is a “return” button operation on the screen corresponding to the selection item, the screen is switched to the top page (FIG. 29D) of the menu screen. Furthermore, in the present modification, the screen corresponding to each selection item cannot be switched from the screen corresponding to one selection item to the screen corresponding to another selection item, and once on the top page of the menu screen (FIG. 29 ( After returning to D)), the screen is switched to a screen corresponding to another selection item.

  In this modification, even if the process corresponding to any one of the selection items “volume adjustment”, “light quantity adjustment”, and “production execution frequency” is being executed, the predetermined time (t6). ) Elapses, the demonstration screen is started. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and each of the selection items of “volume adjustment”, “light quantity adjustment”, and “production execution frequency” A different predetermined time (t6) may be set so that the time at which the demonstration screen is started differs depending on the process being executed.

  In this modified example, while the menu screen is displayed, the selection items “volume adjustment”, “light quantity adjustment”, and “effect execution frequency” are displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. However, other selection items may be provided as selection items displayed during the display of the menu screen. For example, a “game history” that outputs a player's game history as a two-dimensional barcode or the like is provided. A selection item such as “output” may be provided.

  As shown in FIG. 29E, when the player performs a button operation during the display of the demonstration screen, the screen is switched to the menu screen (see FIG. 29D). That is, the player's operation is accepted even while the demonstration screen is being displayed. In addition, when a predetermined time (t4) elapses while no operation is performed while the demonstration screen is displayed, the screen is switched to a menu guidance display screen (see FIG. 29C). Then, when a predetermined time (t3) elapses without any operation on the menu guidance display screen, the screen is switched to the demonstration screen again, and the menu guidance display screen and the demonstration screen are switched alternately. Yes.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the speaker 8L, 8R is used only when a volume change operation by the player is accepted when there is no change (when the value of the effect process flag is “0” corresponding to the variable display start waiting process). Although the confirmation sound is output, and when the player accepts a volume change operation during variable display or big hit game, the confirmation sound is not output from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when a player's volume change operation is accepted during a big hit game, a confirmation sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when outputting a confirmation sound (specific sound) during the output of the non-fluctuating BGM which is an example of a background sound, the non-fluctuating BGM output is continued, and it does not fluctuate with the volume after the change operation Although the form in which BGM is output is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when outputting a confirmation sound (specific sound) as a modification, the output volume of non-variable BGM is reduced ( (Including the case of 0). The timing for lowering the output volume of these non-variable BGMs may be the same as the time when the confirmation sound (specific sound) is output. For example, the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time may be used. ) Is output at the timing when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed, that is, the timing before the confirmation sound (specific sound) is output. BGM may prevent the confirmation sound (specific sound) from becoming difficult to hear.

  In the above embodiment, the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is output only at the timing when the operation for newly displaying the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is performed, that is, the volume / light quantity adjustment. While the screen is displayed, the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is not output, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen When a new change operation is accepted when a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds, etc.) has elapsed since the last operation was accepted during the display of, the volume before changing is not changed. A confirmation sound based on the sound volume may be output, and when the change operation is received before the predetermined time has elapsed after the operation, the confirmation sound based on the sound volume after the change may be output. That is, in this modified example, the operation before the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is output corresponds to the first operation of the present invention, and a predetermined time has elapsed from the previous operation. The next operation performed until the time corresponds to the second operation of the present invention. In this way, when a predetermined time has elapsed, the player forgets that the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed and accidentally operates the stick controller 30 to cause an unintended volume. It is possible to prevent the change from being executed. In this case, the first operation and the second operation become the tendency operation of the stick controller 30 that is the same operation, so that the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at the time is set. Since it is not necessary for the player to memorize a special operation for outputting, it is possible to prevent the operation from becoming complicated. In this case, when the predetermined time has elapsed, the volume of the non-variable BGM is restored to the original level, and when the first operation is subsequently performed, the volume of the non-variable BGM is reduced. It ’s fine.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, in the state where the menu screen shown in FIG. 21 is displayed on the effect display device 5, there is a determination operation for selecting and determining the selection item of “volume / light quantity adjustment” by the player. In addition, when the player has changed the sound volume, the confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R at the sound volume set at that time. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Instead, the confirmation sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the power being supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Further, when a confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on in this way, the confirmation is made from the speakers 8L and 8R by the initial volume corresponding to the setting of the setting changeover switch 300. Sound may be output.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the common tone adjustment is performed when the player performs a volume change operation during execution of variable display and when the player performs a volume change operation during non-execution of variable display. The confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the player may change the volume during the variable display. The tone of the confirmation sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be different depending on whether the player has changed the volume while the variable display is not executed.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, a confirmation sound is generated when the player has changed the volume while the variable display is being executed and when the player has changed the volume while the variable display is not being executed. The mode of output from the speakers 8L, 8R is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a confirmation sound is output when the player changes the volume during the variable display. While the sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the confirmation sound may not be output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the player changes the volume while the variable display is not being executed. If the player has changed the volume during the execution of the sound, the confirmation sound is not output from the speakers 8L and 8R, while the player has changed the volume while the variable display is not being executed. There is a confirmation sound on the speaker L, it may be output from the 8R.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, there is a determination operation for selecting and determining the selection item of “volume / light quantity adjustment” by the player in a state where the menu screen shown in FIG. When the volume change operation is performed by the player while the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. 26 is displayed on the effect display device 5, the confirmation sound of the volume after the change operation is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the confirmation sound is displayed by the player in a state where the menu screen shown in FIG.・ There is an operation for changing the volume by the player when there is a determination operation for selecting and determining the “light quantity adjustment” selection item and when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. And if Or the other only in the speaker 8L, may output a confirmation tone of the volume of the post-change operation from 8R.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although changing BGM, non-fluctuating BGM, and the confirmation sound are illustrated from the same speaker 8L, 8R, the form which outputs this is not limited to this, A pachinko game machine A speaker different from these speakers 8L and 8R may be provided in 1, and a confirmation sound may be output from the speaker, while a varying BGM and a non-varying BGM may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  In the above embodiment, the present invention is applied to a pachinko gaming machine as an example of a gaming machine, but a gaming device such as a card unit or a calling lamp device provided for each gaming machine can output sound. The present invention may be applied to the gaming device when a sound output unit is provided and the volume of the sound output unit can be changed by accepting a player's operation.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which can change the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R by operation of the stick controller 30, push button 31B, and volume control buttons 41 and 42 was illustrated, this invention is limited to this. Instead, as shown in FIG. 30 as a modified example, when the variable display of decorative symbols is not executed, it is currently set as a display related to volume setting in the present invention by the effect display device 5. May be displayed so that the player can easily grasp the currently set volume. The display of the currently set volume is terminated on the condition that the variable display starts due to the occurrence of the start winning, so that the decorative pattern variable display can be performed by the display of the currently set volume. It is also possible to prevent the notice effect from becoming difficult for the player to visually recognize. The “display related to volume setting” in the present invention is a concept including whether or not the volume can be changed in addition to the currently set volume. In addition, in the present modification, the display of the currently set volume is illustrated on the condition that variable display is started, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the present The set sound volume may be displayed on the effect display device 5 regardless of whether variable display is being executed. Furthermore, the display of the currently set volume may be displayed at different locations on the effect display device 5 during variable-display non-execution, variable display execution, big hit games, or non-variable display non-display. Different display sizes may be displayed on the effect display device 5 during execution, during variable display, during big hit games, and when different display is not performed, during variable display execution, during different big hit games May be displayed on the effect display device 5.

  Further, in the present modification, an example is shown in which the display of the currently set volume is terminated on the condition that the variable display is started when the start winning is generated, but the present invention is not limited to this. The display of the currently set volume may be terminated on condition that an operation related to the game is performed by the player. That is, “when a game is started” in the present invention includes not only the time when variable display is started as in this modification, but also the time when a game ball is started to be driven by the operation of the player's handle. The concept “game” includes a state in which variable display is being executed and a state in which a player is driven by a player's handle operation. When the present invention is applied to a slot machine, “when a game is started” means that when a player inserts a medal, a credit bet operation is performed, a bet operation is performed. It only has to include the time when the start switch (start lever) is operated.

  In the above-described embodiment, the form in which the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R cannot be changed during the reach period during the variable display is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variable display is possible. A period other than the reach period in the middle (for example, when a symbol is determined in variable display) or a period in which the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R during the big hit game cannot be changed may be used. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 31 as a modified example, when the variable display of the decorative pattern, which is a period during which the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed, is not executed, the effect display device 5 uses the speaker. Display that the volume of the sound output from 8L and 8R can be changed (volume changeable display) is executed, and the period during which the player can change the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is grasped. You may make it easy. The volume changeable display is terminated on the condition that the variable display is started when the start winning is generated, and the player can visually recognize the variable display of the decorative design and the notice effect by the volume changeable display. You may make it prevent it becoming difficult. In the modification shown in FIG. 31, the form in which the volume changeable display is terminated on condition that the variable display is started is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume changeable display is displayed. Is different from the non-fluctuating display mode in which variable display is not executed on the condition that variable display is started (for example, the non-fluctuating display mode so as not to overlap with the variable display of the decorative design and the hold storage display) It may be displayed in a small volume changeable display), and a notification that the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed by the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R or the light emission by the game effect LED 9 is notified. May be.

  Moreover, in the said Example, when the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed by the operation of the stick controller 30, the push button 31B, and the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, the speaker 8L, Although the confirmation sound is output from 8R, the present invention is not limited to this. As a modification, as shown in FIG. 32, confirmation is made from the speakers 8L and 8R at the changed set sound volume. When outputting a sound, you may make it display on the effect display apparatus 5 that the sound volume was changed (change result alerting | reporting display shown in FIG.32 (C)). As shown in FIGS. 32 (A) to 32 (C), when the volume is changed when the variable display is not executed, the change result notification display is displayed on the effect display device 5, As shown in FIGS. 32 (D) to 32 (F), when the volume is changed during variable display, the change result notification display is not displayed on the effect display device 5, and the decoration result is displayed by the change result notification display. You may make it prevent variable display and a notice effect becoming difficult to visually recognize from a player. In this modification, when the confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R at the changed set sound volume, the change result notification display shown in FIG. Although the display form is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the fact that the volume has been changed corresponds to the changed set volume on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen shown in FIG. The display of the volume level to be performed may be blinked.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 32, the change result notification display is not displayed when the volume is changed during variable display. However, the present invention is not limited to this. As a modification, as shown in FIG. 33, a change result notification display may be displayed even when the volume is changed during variable display. Furthermore, in the case of the variable display reach variation pattern (normal reach or super reach) being executed, if the display period of the change result notification display does not overlap with the reach period, as shown in FIG. If the change result notification display is performed in the normal display mode and the display period of the change result notification display overlaps with the reach period, as shown in FIG. 33D, a mode different from the normal mode (for example, The change result notification may be performed by a change result notification display smaller than the normal display mode, sound output of the speakers 8L and 8R, light emission of the game effect LED 9). In addition, if the display period of the change result notification display overlaps with the reach period, the change result notification display may be executed at a lower rate than when the display period of the change result notification display does not overlap with the reach period. Good.

  Moreover, in the modification shown in FIG.32 and FIG.33, the form which displays that the sound volume was changed on the effect display apparatus 5 (change result alerting display) is illustrated as a change result alerting | reporting. The change result notification may be light emission of the game effect LED 9 or the like as long as it can be executed separately from the confirmation sound output.

  In addition, in the modification shown in FIG. 32, when the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed during the variable display, the change result notification display as the change result notification is not executed. The invention is not limited to this, and the change result is different from the non-change time when variable display is not executed (for example, a change result notification display smaller than the non-change time or light emission of the game effect LED 9). Notification may be executed.

  Further, in the embodiment, by accepting the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42, the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is displayed without displaying the menu screen or the volume / light quantity adjustment screen on the effect display device 5. Although the form which can be changed is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and if it is a non-fluctuating time when variable display is not executed, the operation can be performed by accepting the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B. The volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be changed without displaying the menu screen or the volume / light quantity adjustment screen on the display device 5.

  In the above embodiment, the non-variable BGM output timer is timed up to terminate the output of non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The output of the non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R is not displayed until the display of the demonstration effect is started or the variable display is newly started (the value of the effect process flag indicates the variable display start waiting process “ The output may be repeated from the speakers 8L and 8R by looping or the like.

  In the above embodiment, the non-variable BGM output timer is timed up to terminate the output of non-variable BGM from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this. However, as a modification, when the non-variable BGM output timer is up, the volume after a predetermined period has elapsed (the volume after the non-variable BGM output timer is up; for example, the volume that can be changed by the player Or “5” which is 5 steps smaller than “10” when the volume is set to a predetermined level lower than the set volume (for example, when the volume is set to “10”). The non-fluctuating BGM may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Further, when the non-variable BGM output timer is up, if the set volume is equal to or higher than the predetermined volume, the volume is set to a predetermined level lower than the volume after the predetermined period has elapsed or the set volume. While the non-variable BGM is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the non-variable BGM output may be terminated when the set sound volume is less than the predetermined sound volume.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the mode in which the confirmation sound is not output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is accepted during the variable display is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited thereto. Instead, as a modification, when the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 is accepted during execution of variable display, the volume is a predetermined volume (the lowest volume among the volume that can be changed by the player). “2”) or a volume lower by a predetermined level than the volume set by receiving the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 (for example, the volume is changed to “10” by the operation of the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42). In this case, the confirmation sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R at a volume of “5” which is 5 steps smaller than “10”.

  In the above embodiment, the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is output only at the timing when the operation for newly displaying the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is performed, that is, the volume / light quantity adjustment. While the screen is displayed, the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is not output, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen When a new change operation is accepted after a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed since the last operation was accepted while is displayed, before the change without changing the volume A confirmation sound is output with a certain volume, and when a change operation is accepted before the predetermined time has elapsed after the operation, the volume is changed and a confirmation sound with the changed volume is output. It is sufficient. That is, in this modified example, the operation before the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at that time is output corresponds to the first operation of the present invention, and a predetermined time has elapsed from the previous operation. The next operation performed until the time corresponds to the second operation of the present invention. In this way, when a predetermined time has elapsed, the player forgets that the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed and accidentally operates the stick controller 30 to cause an unintended volume. It is possible to prevent the change from being executed. In this case, the first operation and the second operation become the tendency operation of the stick controller 30 that is the same operation, so that the confirmation sound (specific sound) set at the time is set. Since it is not necessary for the player to memorize a special operation for outputting, it is possible to prevent the operation from becoming complicated. In this case, when the predetermined time has elapsed, the volume of the non-variable BGM is restored to the original level, and when the first operation is subsequently performed, the volume of the non-variable BGM is reduced. It ’s fine. In this modification, when a new change operation is accepted after a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has passed since the last operation was accepted, the confirmation by the volume before the change is performed without changing the volume. Although the sound is output and the change operation is received before the predetermined time has elapsed after the operation, the sound volume is changed and the confirmation sound is output according to the changed sound volume. It is not limited to this. When a new first change operation is accepted regardless of the time elapsed since the last operation was accepted, the confirmation based on the volume before the change is made without changing the volume. When a second change operation is received before a predetermined time elapses after the sound is output, the sound volume may be changed and a confirmation sound based on the changed sound volume may be output. Note that the first operation and the second operation in this modification may be the same operation means operation (for example, both the first operation and the second operation are operations of the stick controller 30) or different. The operation means may be an operation (for example, the first operation is an operation of the stick controller 30, while the second operation is an operation of the push button 31B).

  In the embodiment, the volume can be changed both when the variable display is not performed and when the variable display is performed, and the adjusted volume is received by receiving the volume change operation. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the confirmation sound (specific sound) is output, so that the effect of the production can be enhanced. If there is a volume change operation during variable display, the confirmation sound (specific sound) will not be output or at a predetermined low volume that will not interfere with the production. It may be made to prevent that the interest of a production falls by outputting.

  In addition, as described above, when the volume setting can be changed during variable display, the player may perform a high-hit expectation such as super reach even during variable display. The volume setting may not be changed, and even during variable display, it is possible to change to a higher level than the currently set volume level while performing a performance with a high expectation level such as super reach. On the other hand, it is possible to make it impossible to change to a lower level than the currently set volume level. Also, when performing an effect with a high expectation level for jackpot, such as super reach, during variable display, regardless of the set volume, for example, the sound from the speakers 8L and 8R at the maximum volume such as the volume level “14”. Is output to the player who is playing the game on the pachinko gaming machine 1 and other players around the pachinko gaming machine 1 that the high-hit expectation is being produced. May be.

  Further, as described above, when the volume setting can be changed during variable display, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5 by the player's operation during execution of variable display. The volume setting may be changed. In this case, however, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is not always displayed, but a specific effect image (for example, big hit expectation) is displayed on the effect display device 5 during variable display. While the effect image indicating that the degree is high or the effect image of the blackout effect in which the entire display screen of the effect display device 5 is displayed in black) is displayed on the effect display device 5 The display should not be performed.

  In addition, as described above, when displaying the volume / light quantity adjustment screen in the volume setting during variable display, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed at the end of variable display (when the symbol confirmation designation command is received). Temporarily turn off the display, and when a new variable display is started (when a change start specification command, a change pattern specification command, or a display result specification command is received), the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5 again. Also good.

  Moreover, although the said Example illustrated the form which displays the volume / light quantity adjustment screen of 1 which can change the setting of both a volume and a light quantity on the effect display apparatus 5, this invention is limited to this. Instead, the volume adjustment screen and the light amount adjustment screen may be different from each other. In this case, the screen displayed on the effect display device 5 may be switched by the player's operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B.

  In addition, as described above, when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed in the volume setting during variable display, the notice effect or the decorative pattern variable display executed during variable display of the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed. The volume / light quantity adjustment screen may be displayed with priority over the notice effect or the variable display of the decorative pattern executed during variable display. Further, when displaying an error detection image indicating that fraud has been performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the error detection image is displayed on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen. Thus, the error detection image may be displayed with priority over the volume / light quantity adjustment screen.

  In addition, as described above, when the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed in the volume setting during variable display, the display of the volume / light quantity adjustment screen indicates that a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the display (display period) It may be hidden according to the elapse of time). Furthermore, if the player operates the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B before the predetermined time has elapsed, the display period of the volume / light quantity adjustment screen may be extended.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the variable display is not executed (when the value of the effect process flag is a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process), the effect display device 5 can change the volume setting. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the period in which the volume setting can be changed, a display indicating that the volume setting can be changed is produced. You may make it display on the apparatus 5. FIG. However, as described above, if the volume setting can be changed during variable display, a display indicating that the volume setting can be changed is displayed even during the period in which the volume setting can be changed. Do not do it.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the notification effect indicating the big hit expectation degree during variable display is exemplified without the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Instead, the notice effect may be in a form involving operations of the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B. It is to be noted that the notice effect accompanied by the operation of the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B is executed, and the volume setting can be changed by operating the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B during variable display. , The execution ratio of the notice effect accompanied by the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B is changed to change the volume setting based on the player changing the volume setting during the variable display. By lowering (including setting it to 0) than when there is not, it is possible to make it difficult to execute the notice effect accompanied by the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B during the operation of changing the volume setting. On the contrary, when giving priority to the notice effect accompanied by the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B and performing the notice effect, the change of the volume setting by operating the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B is prohibited. Anyway.

  In addition, as described above, in the case where the notice effect accompanied by the operation of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B is executed, the volume setting change operation by the player is accepted during the execution period of the notice effect accompanied by the operation. On the other hand, a display for confirming the changed volume setting such as the volume / light quantity adjustment screen may not be performed.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which the notice effect is executed regardless of the volume setting is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and as described above, the volume setting is changed during variable display. When possible, the volume that prompts the user to change the volume setting as a notice effect that suggests that the variable display being executed is a big hit, or a pre-read notice effect that suggests that a variable display that has not been executed is a big hit A setting change promotion effect may be executed. When executing the volume setting change promotion effect, the volume setting may be changed only during a specific period from the execution of the volume setting change promotion effect or from the execution of the volume setting change promotion effect.

  Further, as described above, when the volume setting can be changed during variable display, a specific variable display in which the volume setting cannot be changed may be provided. In this case, for example, during variable display with a high jackpot expectation level, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the variable display by making it easier to change the volume setting than with a variable display with a low jackpot expectation level.

  Further, as described above, in the case where the volume setting can be changed during variable display, the changeable period during which the volume setting can be changed according to the special figure variation time may be varied. In this case, for example, the changeable period in variable display with a long special chart fluctuation time, that is, a high jackpot expectation, can be changed, and the variable figure display in a variable display with a short special figure fluctuation time, that is, a low jackpot expectation, can be changed. It may be longer than the period.

  Further, as described above, when the volume setting can be changed during variable display, the volume setting change is not performed at the time when the player performs an operation, but by the engineer. Executed at the start of the next variable display after the variable display where the operation was performed, when the value of the production process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process, or when the demonstration production display is started You may make it do.

  Further, as described above, when the volume setting can be changed during variable display, the volume range in which the volume can be set during variable display is set to the volume setting when the variable display is not being performed. If the adjustment screen for setting the volume is different from the volume range that can be used (for example, the volume range is reduced during variable display) or the adjustment screen for setting the volume is displayed during variable display You may make it the display mode different from the case where it displays when it is not in the inside (for example, it is set as a display mode smaller during the variable display than when it is not during variable display).

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the form in which the volume setting can be changed at any time regardless of the elapsed period after the volume setting is changed is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the player's operation After changing the sound volume setting, the change of the sound volume setting again may be prohibited until a predetermined period (for example, the period until the confirmation sound is output) elapses.

  In addition, as described above, when it is possible to change the volume setting during variable display and there are effects that can be executed in duplicate, these multiple effects are executed in duplicate. When the processing load on the effect control CPU 120 or the sound control board 13 is large, such as when the display is in progress, the change of the volume setting may be prohibited even during variable display.

  Further, the volume setting may be changed not only during the variable display but also during the big hit gaming state or during the period when the variable display ends and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In this case, the volume / light quantity adjustment screen may be prevented from being displayed on the effect display device 5 so that it is not difficult to see the big hit effect and the stop symbol.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, at the time of start-up by turning on the power, the effect control CPU 120 performs an initialization process, and only sets the initial volume and the initial light amount according to the channel of the setting changeover switch 300. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the initial volume and the initial light intensity are not limited to this. A notification effect such as displaying a volume gauge or a light intensity gauge on the effect display device 5 as to whether it is a stage or a light intensity stage may be executed in the initialization process. It should be noted that the volume gauge and light intensity gauge displayed in these notification effects may be erased upon establishment of an erasure condition such as the start of variable display after the elapse of a certain period of time or after the start. However, you may make it display on the predetermined position of the production | presentation display apparatus 5 continuously, without setting an erasure | elimination condition.

  Moreover, in the said Example, the player can change the volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R by operating the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B in the range of “2” to “14”. Although illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be changed to “0” by operating the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B. In this way, by changing the volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R to “0”, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is used when cleaning or maintenance is performed in the gaming store where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed. Since no sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, it is possible to prevent communication between employees and workers of the game shop from being blocked by the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition, when the volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed to “0”, an employee or worker of the amusement store performs a specific operation on the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B. The volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R may be changed to a volume set before changing to “0” or an initial volume corresponding to the setting changeover switch 300. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with an operation unit that can be operated by a player different from the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B, and the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the player operates the operation unit. The stage can be changed to “0”, and the volume level of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is set according to the volume level set before changing the volume stage from “0” to “0” or the setting changeover switch 300. It may be possible to change the volume level. By providing such an operation unit in the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, when a player interrupts a game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 from which no game is performed by operating the operation unit, BGM, etc. By preventing the output of this sound, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the player who is playing the game with the surrounding pachinko gaming machine.

  In the above-described embodiment, an example in which all the sound volume settings that can be output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed by an operation by the player is described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with an operation unit that cannot be operated by the player, and a game shop employee or the like operates the operation unit to output from the speakers 8L and 8R. The player can change the volume setting of any sound such as a confirmation sound, a big hit confirmation sound indicating that the variable display result is a big hit, a BGM in a short-time state or a probable change state, or a BGM in a big hit game It may be possible to select whether or not it is possible, and in this way, the environment of the game shop where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed is constructed in accordance with the intention of the employees of the game shop. Theft is possible.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the volume by which the volume of BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R was also changed by operation by a player was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, A plurality of these BGM is provided. If set, the volume setting non-fixed BGM that is output at the volume setting changed by the player, and the volume that is output at a preset volume regardless of the volume setting changed by the player A setting fixing BGM may be provided. In particular, by setting the BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R at the time of execution of a high-hit expectation such as a super reach effect as a volume setting fixed BGM, other games around the player and the pachinko gaming machine 1 are performed. It is possible to notify a person that an effect with a high degree of expectation for jackpot is being executed in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which can change the volume setting of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R by operation by a player was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, The game in a top plate By providing a sensor that can be detected as a ball, the effect control CPU 120 does not detect a game ball in the upper plate by the sensor, or the number of game balls detected by the sensor in the upper plate is a predetermined number of balls. By changing the volume setting to a volume higher than the currently set volume on condition that the following conditions are met, there is no game ball in the upper plate for the player, or a game ball in the upper plate It is also possible to notify that there are few, and to prevent the game ball from running out during the game.

  In the above-described embodiment, the volume setting and the light amount setting can be changed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the sound output mode (stereo output, monaural output, 3D (3D ) Sound, non-stereo (2D) sound, language (Japanese, English, Chinese, etc.), sound quality (high-pitched sound emphasis, bass emphasis) settings can be changed. Even if the player does not understand Japanese enough by changing the instruction to call a member or the instruction to remove the game ball from the upper and lower dishes to a language other than Japanese, It is possible to convey these instructions to the player in an easy-to-understand manner, and when stereo output or stereo (3D) sound is set and stereo sound or stereo (3D) sound is output, With these stereo and stereo (3D) audio In monophonic voice and non-stereoscopic output (including score to zero) to (2D) to lower the volume of the sound that the stereo audio and stereoscopic (3D) may be to highlight the performance effect by voice.

  Furthermore, as the sound output mode described above, the output sound pressure of each frequency band of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be set and changed. If the output sound pressure of each frequency band can be changed in this way, the player's age is specified by image recognition or the like, and the sound of each frequency band is determined according to the specified age. The pressure may be changed. For example, if the player is a young person in their teens to 20s, the sound pressure in the high frequency band and the low frequency band among the frequency bands of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is reduced. When the player is an elderly person in their 60s or later, it is only necessary to increase the sound pressure in the high frequency band and the low frequency band among the frequency bands of the sounds output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  As described above, since the output sound pressure of each frequency band of the output sound can be set and changed, the frequency of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be allowed to be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. When the range is exceeded, the frequency of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be automatically changed to a frequency that can be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which all the sound volumes are changed when a sound volume setting changing operation is performed is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a pachinko gaming machine For a special sound such as an error sound indicating that fraud has been performed on 1, the preset sound volume for a special sound (for example, “14” which is the maximum volume) is set regardless of the changed sound volume setting. ), It may be possible to prevent unauthorized notification to the pachinko gaming machine 1 from being appropriately performed by changing the volume setting. Note that these special sounds include test sounds for confirming the functions of the speakers 8L and 8R at the time of manufacture of the pachinko gaming machine 1, etc., so that the speakers 8L and 8L You may make it possible to confirm the function of 8R correctly.

  Further, in the embodiment, when a determination operation for selecting and determining the selection item of “volume / light quantity adjustment” is performed on the menu screen, the volume / light quantity adjustment in which the volume level corresponding to the set volume at that time is highlighted. Although the form which displays a screen only on the production | presentation display apparatus 5 is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, For example, when above-described determination operation is performed, it respond | corresponds to the setting volume at that time The volume level to be played may be displayed in an identifiable manner by an LED provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as the game effect LED 9. In this case, it is only necessary to display the volume level in an identifiable manner by changing the number of LEDs to be lit, the brightness of the LEDs, and the color of the LEDs according to the volume level.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the volume level is already set to the maximum volume level, the volume level does not change even if the player performs an operation to further change the volume level to the upper level. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the player performs an operation to further change the volume level to the upper level while the volume level is already set to the maximum volume level. The volume setting may be changed to the minimum volume level.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the volume level is already set to the minimum volume level, the volume level does not change even if the player performs an operation to further change the volume level to the lower level. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the player performs an operation of further changing the volume level to the lower level while the volume level is already set to the minimum volume level. The volume setting may be changed to the maximum volume level.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which made only one kind of confirmation sound output when a volume setting was changed is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, As these confirmation sounds, If there are multiple types of confirmation sounds with different sounds (for example, a normal confirmation sound that is normally output and a special confirmation sound that is different from the normal confirmation sound), and the volume setting is changed during variable display, When the variable display result of variable display is a big hit, a special confirmation sound may be output so that the confirmation sound may indicate that the variable display result is a big hit.

  In the embodiment, when the volume setting of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is changed, a confirmation sound of a common pitch (tone) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R regardless of the changed volume setting. Although the form to output is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, You may make it output the confirmation sound of a different tone according to the volume setting after a change.

  In the above embodiment, the confirmation sound when changing the volume setting is exemplified as a chime sound. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The confirmation sound is not limited to a specific character. It is also good as a voice. In particular, if there are a plurality of characters appearing in the production and the player can select one of the plurality of characters, the voice of the selected character is output as a confirmation sound. Anyway.

  In the above embodiment, the player can change the volume level step by step by tilting the stick controller 30 while the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5. The present invention is not limited to this, and the player holds the stick controller 30 for a longer period than the predetermined period in a state where the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed on the effect display device 5. By tilting, it is possible to change the volume level at a plurality of levels at once, and when the player tilts the stick controller 30 back and forth, the volume level is set to the maximum volume level or the minimum volume level. You may be able to change it at once.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which always displays the display of a volume step in the area | region 5HH is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, For example, the stick controller 30 is prescribed | regulated predetermined period. It is possible to move the volume level display displayed in the region 5HH to another display position by performing an operation according to a specific operation mode such as tilting operation for a longer period of time. good.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which changes a volume setting was illustrated when the change operation which changes a volume step was made on the volume and light quantity adjustment screen, this invention is not limited to this. However, these volume setting changes may be performed only when an operation for ending the display of the volume / light quantity adjustment screen or a predetermined determination operation is accepted without sequentially performing the volume level change. In some cases, when variable display is started while the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed, the variable display can be performed without receiving an operation to end the display of the volume / light quantity adjustment screen or a predetermined determination operation. The volume setting may be changed to the volume at the volume level selected at the time of starting.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which provided only the speakers 8L and 8R was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, In addition to these speakers 8L and 8R, the amplitude of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not limited to this. You may provide the woofer which is a speaker which outputs the sound of a large low range. In addition, when providing a woofer in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this way, it may be possible to select whether or not to output a low-frequency sound from the woofer by an operation of an employee or a player of the game shop.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which adjusts the volume of all the sounds output according to volume setting was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, For example, the sound output Of these, the sound volume lower than the set volume set by the player is not changed, and the sound volume higher than the set volume set by the player is reduced to the set volume and output. By adjusting only the sound that is louder than the set volume set by the player to the set volume set by the player, it is difficult to hear the low volume sound by changing the volume setting by the player Or, conversely, the sound of a large volume can be prevented from becoming too loud due to a change in the volume setting by the player. It may be so that.

  In addition, although not implemented in the above embodiment, a simultaneous performance linked with other pachinko gaming machines may be executed. When performing these simultaneous effects, the sound settings for the simultaneous effects are set in advance for the simultaneous effects regardless of the sound volume setting set by the player or the employee of the game shop. (For example, “14” which is the maximum volume) may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, a mode in which the volume setting can be changed regardless of whether or not the player is seated is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a pachinko A sensor capable of detecting that a player is seated in front of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided in the gaming machine 1, and the volume setting is changed by an operation by the player only while the player is detected by the sensor. It may be possible.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example of resetting the volume setting changed by the operation by the player to the initial volume set by the operation of the game shop employee or the like in response to the start of the demonstration effect display is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for games having a function for renting game balls to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a function for counting game balls paid out from the pachinko gaming machine 1 In response to the player performing an output request operation of the card in which the player has stored the balance and the number of game balls counted, the volume setting changed by the player's operation may be reset to the initial volume. good.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which enables setting changes, such as a volume setting and a light quantity setting, by a player operating the stick controller 30 grade | etc., Is illustrated, this invention is limited to this. Instead, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be provided with voice input means such as a microphone, and the setting change of the volume setting, light quantity setting, etc. may be made possible by recognizing the player's voice input from the voice input means. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with photographing means capable of photographing a player such as a camera, and the player's image taken by the photographing means is recognized according to the age and sex of the player identified Then, settings such as volume setting and light amount setting may be changed. Furthermore, setting changes such as volume setting and light amount setting may be performed according to a player's heart rate, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, etc., and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is arranged adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Volume setting, light amount setting, etc. according to the prepaid balance required for a player stored in a prepaid card inserted in a gaming device having a function for renting a gaming ball to receive gaming balls The setting may be changed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which can change the volume setting of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R by operation of a player was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, Speaker 8L, In addition to setting the volume of the sound output from 8R, the frequency of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be changed by the player's operation, and the high sound range and the low sound range can be emphasized or reduced.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the player illustrated the form which can change only a volume setting to the same volume setting about both the speakers 8L and 8R, this invention is not limited to this, These volume setting changes may be made individually for the speaker 8L and the speaker 8R.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the stick controller 30 is provided on the member forming the lower plate in the pachinko gaming machine 1 as operation means that can be operated by the player in order to change the volume setting of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition, although the embodiment in which the push button 31B is provided on the member that forms the upper plate is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the operation means is provided so that the player can easily change the volume setting. May be provided in the vicinity of a handle that is operated to drive a game ball.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which does not change the aspect of the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, A stick controller during the period which can change a volume setting 30 or the push button 31B can emit light or vibrate, or the volume setting changeable display indicating that the volume setting can be changed on the effect display device 5 can change the volume setting for the player. You may make it alert | report that it is during a period. Furthermore, when the player can change the volume setting by operating the stick controller 30 or the push button 31B during the variable display, the volume setting can be changed during the execution time of a specific effect such as a reach effect. While the display is not displayed on the effect display device 5, the light emission and vibration of the stick controller 30 and the push button 31B may be continuously executed.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which outputs all the sounds output from the speakers 8L and 8R with a set volume is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, The above-mentioned simultaneous production and When performing a specific effect such as a definite effect indicating that the variable display result is a big hit, a pre-reading effect or a reach effect that suggests that the variable display result is a big hit for a variable display that has not yet been executed, Instead of the volume setting changed by the operation of, it may be output at a set volume set by the operation of an employee of the game shop or a special volume set in advance for these effects.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the display of each volume level as a range that can be set by the player on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen is displayed in proportion to the number indicating the volume level. The invention is not limited to this, and the display of each volume level as a range that can be set by the player on the volume / light quantity adjustment screen may be displayed in the same size. You may make it display small in inverse proportion to the number to show.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which can change a sound volume setting by a player operating the stick controller 30 and push button 31B was illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, A sound volume setting is carried out. Volume changing operation means that can be operated to change, and stage operation means that can be operated by the player as part of the presentation during execution of variable display and not operated to change the volume setting, The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be provided. Further, by making the volume change operation means and the effect operation means different in shape, the player can accurately set the volume change operation means or the effect operation means when the volume setting is changed and when the effect is executed. It may be operable.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the player illustrated the form which can change a volume setting irrespective of the magnitude | size of operation force by the tilting operation of the stick controller 30, or the pressing operation of the push button 31B, this invention illustrated this. However, the present invention is not limited, and the volume setting may be changed according to the magnitude of the force for tilting the stick controller 30 or the magnitude of the force for pressing the push button 31B.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the form in which the change of the volume setting by the operation by the player is made effective regardless of the date, time, etc. is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this and is set in advance. The volume setting is changed to a specific volume setting (for example, “14” which is the maximum volume) regardless of the volume setting changed (set) by the player in the set date, time, or time zone. May be.

  Moreover, in the said Example, irrespective of the production to perform (for example, the simultaneous production mentioned above, a finalization production, a pre-reading production, a reach production, etc.), the form which outputs the production sound about all productions with the volume by volume setting However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume setting according to the performance to be performed can be performed by the player or the game store, and the volume can be set according to the volume setting according to the performance. You may make it output the production sound of the said production. It should be noted that the effect control CPU 120 does not set the sound volume for each effect based on the sound volume setting set by the player or the game store, but the player or the game store does not set the sound volume according to the effect to be executed. You may make it do.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the form which outputs the sound of the volume by the volume setting by a player's operation was illustrated in all the game states irrespective of the game state of the pachinko game machine 1, this invention is limited to this. Instead, the volume setting according to the gaming state can be performed by the player or the game store, and the effect sound of the effect can be output at the volume based on the volume setting according to the gaming state. . It should be noted that the volume control according to the game state is not performed by the player or the game store, but the effect control CPU 120 sets the volume of each game state based on the volume setting set by the player or the game store. May be. Furthermore, the volume setting can be changed according to the game history such as the number of variable display times, the number of big hits, the number of times that the variable display result is lost in the variable display for performing the reach effect, not the gaming state. Also good.

  In addition, the size of the game store in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed, the number of other pachinko gaming machines installed in the gaming store, and other pachinko gaming machines 1 installed in the gaming store in the vicinity of the pachinko gaming machine 1 The pachinko gaming machine 1 volume setting may be changeable according to the environment in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed, such as the volume of sound output from the speaker of the pachinko gaming machine.

  In the variable display executed next to the variable display in which the effect with a high degree of expectation of the big hit is executed, the variable display in which the effect with a high degree of expectation of the big hit is executed by changing the volume setting to a low volume setting. Prevents the player from misunderstanding that the variable display to be executed next is the same variable display as the variable display in which an effect with a high jackpot expectation is executed. The player may be able to recognize that the variable display is finished.

  Further, depending on the display mode of the hold memory display displayed on the hold memory display in the first special figure hold memory display area 5D and the second special figure hold memory display area 5U, the variable display result in the variable display corresponding to the hold memory display is obtained. A hold display notice effect that suggests a big hit may be executable. In addition, when the hold display notice effect is enabled, a hold display notice effect notification sound indicating that the hold display notice effect is to be executed may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the hold display notice effect is executed. Further, when the hold display notice effect is executed in the new hold memory display in the state where the hold display notice effect is already executed in the one hold memory display, the hold display notice effect associated with the new hold memory display is displayed. The hold display notice effect notification sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R at a volume smaller than the hold display notice effect sound of the hold display notice effect that has already been executed.

  Further, an error sound indicating that fraud has been performed on the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thus, even when the error sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, The instruction voice for instructing the player to launch the game ball toward a specific area such as the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 provided in the game area is output with a sound having a volume larger than the error sound. do it.

  In addition, when it is impossible to pay out further game balls with the game balls stored in the lower plate, it is impossible to pay out further game balls with the game balls stored in the lower plate. The notification may be made by voice output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thus, the notification that the payout is impossible is performed for a certain period after the player finishes by taking out the game ball from the lower plate. It is also possible to prevent the inside of the game from being executed again, and to prevent a decrease in the gaming interests due to frequent notifications.

  Moreover, in the said Example, although the setting changeover switch 300 and the reset mode selection switch 310 were illustrated in the presentation control board 12 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as the operation means which can be operated by the game store side, the embodiment is illustrated. However, the operation means that can be operated by the game store side may be a stick controller 30 provided on the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like. As a period during which the game store side is operated, the game store side may be able to set the first volume level and the first light quantity level with the stick controller 30 or the like within the predetermined period.

  Further, in the embodiment, when the confirmation sound output timer is counting, that is, when the confirmation sound is being output from the speakers 8L and 8R, a new sound volume changing operation is accepted and the speakers 8L and 8R receive the sound. Although a mode in which the volume of the sound to be output cannot be further changed is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and a new sound is output even when the confirmation sound output timer is counting. It may be possible to further change the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R upon receiving a volume change operation. Even when the confirmation sound output timer is counting, when a new volume change operation is accepted and the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R can be further changed, the new volume change operation is performed. The confirmation sound corresponding to the reception of the sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R together with the confirmation sound that is already being output, or the confirmation sound that is being output is interrupted and the new volume change operation is accepted. Only the confirmation sound according to the situation may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the volume is adjusted by using two volume levels, that is, a first volume level that is changed by an operation on the game store side and a second volume level that is changed by an operation of the player. Although the mode of setting is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume may be set using any one of the volume levels. For example, the volume may be changed using only the second volume level without providing the first volume level setting function. Alternatively, the volume may be changed using only the first volume level without providing the setting function for the second volume level.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the display of the demonstration screen is started, in the player setting reset process, if the game state is a certain change state or a short time state, the volume set by the player (second volume stage) or The form in which the light amount (second light amount step) is not reset to the initial sound volume (first sound amount step) or the initial light amount (first light amount step) is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the gaming state When is in the probabilistic state or the short time state, the display of the demo screen is not started, so that the volume (second volume level) and the light amount (second light level) set by the player are set to the initial volume (second light level). (1 volume level) and initial light quantity (first light quantity stage) may not be reset.

  In the above embodiment, when the display of the demonstration screen is started, the volume (second volume level) and the amount of light (second light level) set by the player are the initial volume (first volume level) and the initial light level. Although the form reset to (first light quantity step) is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and these resets may not be performed.

  In the above embodiment, the player setting reset process is executed in the non-change time effect process. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the initialization process when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on is performed. The player setting reset process may be executed within (S71). That is, in the embodiment, even when the “normal reset mode” is set, in the initialization process (S71) when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, which of the volume level or the light intensity level is set? Even if it is a stage, it is always reset, but in the initialization process (S71), the player setting reset process is executed, and the setting of the volume stage or the light quantity stage is more than the initial setting by the game shop May not be reset.

  In the above embodiment, when the reset condition is satisfied, that is, when the display of the demonstration screen is started, the volume and the like changed by the player are initialized (reset). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume and the like may be initialized (reset) at other timings. For example, when the display of the demo screen is started and then the variable display is newly started, the volume or the like may be initialized (reset) assuming that the reset condition is satisfied. In addition, at the time of a cold start that starts from a state in which the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is completely turned off, the volume or the like may be initialized (reset) assuming that the reset condition is satisfied, In warm start (hot start) in which a part of the hardware check is omitted and restarted at high speed, the volume or the like may be initialized (reset) assuming that the reset condition is satisfied.

  In the embodiment, the setting item (for example, the effect execution frequency mode, the volume level or the light intensity level) is changed by the process executed by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12, and the reset condition is set. When established, the setting item is reset to the initial setting. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the setting item is set by a process executed by the CPU 103 mounted on the main board 11. In addition to the change, when the reset condition is satisfied, the setting item may be reset to the initial setting.

  In the embodiment, a pachinko gaming machine is applied as an example of a gaming machine. However, for example, a game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using a gaming value. At the same time, a variable display result is derived to an effect display device that can variably display a plurality of types of symbols that can be identified, whereby one game is completed, and a prize is awarded according to the variable display result derived to the effect display device. This can also be applied to a slot machine that can generate

  Further, in the embodiment, when the setting screen for volume light intensity adjustment (see FIG. 27) is displayed on the effect display device 5, the speaker 8L, at the volume set when the volume light intensity adjustment setting screen is displayed. Although the confirmation sound is output from 8R and the sound volume changing operation is performed, the confirmation sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R at the sound volume changed by the sound volume changing operation. The invention is not limited to this, and when the setting screen (see FIG. 27) for volume light quantity adjustment is displayed on the effect display device 5, the light quantity set at the time when the setting screen for volume light quantity adjustment is displayed. When the game effect LED 9 is turned on or blinked, and the light amount is changed, the game effect LED 9 may be turned on or blinked with the light amount changed by the light amount change operation.

  In the embodiment, when the volume output buttons 41 and 42 are operated to change the volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the volume of the non-fluctuating BGM being output from the speakers 8L and 8R or the volume of the changing BGM is set. Although the form which does not change is illustrated, this invention is not limited to this, When operating the volume adjustment buttons 41 and 42 and changing the sound volume output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the speaker 8L, The volume of the non-fluctuating BGM being output from 8R and the changing BGM may be changed to “0” so that the player can easily grasp the confirmation sound.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the operation for changing the volume of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is accepted during the variable display, and when the variable display is not executed, the sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In the case where an operation for changing the volume of the sound to be received is accepted, a confirmation sound in which at least one element among melody, rhythm, and tone is common is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When an operation for changing the volume of sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R is received during execution of variable display, and from the speakers 8L and 8R when variable display is not executed. In the case of accepting an operation for changing the volume of the output sound, confirmation sounds in which all elements of melody, rhythm, and tone are different may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

1 Pachinko machines 8L, 8R Speaker 120 CPU for effect control

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing games,
Detection means for detecting the player's movement;
Setting change means capable of changing settings for a plurality of setting items including at least a first setting item relating to a game and a second setting item different from the first setting item when the detecting means detects a player's action. When,
With
When the reset condition is satisfied, the first setting item can be changed to the initial setting when it is in the first state, the setting is not changed when it is in the second state, and the second setting item is Without changing the setting,
A gaming machine, further comprising an informing means capable of informing the contents of the setting for the first setting item during execution of the game.