JP2019048156A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a performance sequence data generation device capable of integrating performance sequence data for defining contents of a performance, and performance data including performance moving image data and the like into a game machine and reducing working hours regarding work for confirming contents of a performance to be executed.SOLUTION: When a performance definition file for defining contents of a performance is inputted to a development PC for each performance pattern and a trigger, a performance sequence editing screen is displayed on the basis of the data and contents of each performance are edited there. The contents of the performance thus edited are generated as performance sequence data, and further are related to performance data used in a corresponding performance, and actual machine data are generated. The generated actual machine data are integrated into a game machine, and display or the like of a performance image, and a performance are executed there. In the meantime, when the actual machine data are read into the development PC, a performance concerning a performance executed in the game machine is executed in the development PC.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, a game called pachislot having a plurality of reels on each surface of which a plurality of symbols are arranged, a start switch, a stop switch, a stepping motor provided corresponding to each reel, and a control unit The machine is known. The start switch detects that the start lever has been operated by the player after game media such as medals and coins have been inserted into the gaming machine (hereinafter also referred to as "start operation"), and all reels are rotated. Output a signal requesting start. The stop switch detects that the player has pressed a stop button provided corresponding to each reel (hereinafter also referred to as “stop operation”), and outputs a signal requesting stop of rotation of the corresponding reel. Do. The stepping motor transmits the driving force to the corresponding reel. Further, the control unit controls the operation of the stepping motor based on the signals output by the start switch and the stop switch, and performs the rotation operation and the stop operation of each reel.

  In such a gaming machine, when the start operation is detected, lottery processing using random numbers (hereinafter referred to as "internal lottery processing") is performed on the program, and the result of the lottery (hereinafter referred to as "internal winning combination") Stop the rotation of the reel based on the timing of the stop operation). Then, when the rotation of all the reels is stopped and the combination of symbols relating to the establishment of the winning is displayed, a bonus corresponding to the combination of the symbols is given to the player. In addition, as an example of the privilege given to the player, the operation of the re-game (hereinafter, also referred to as "replay") in which the internal lottery process is performed again without paying out the game medium (medal and the like) and consuming the game medium. , Activation of a bonus game, etc., where the payout opportunities for gaming media are increased.

  In addition, in the gaming machine having the above configuration, there is known a gaming machine which brings about an advantageous state for the player when a combination of specific symbols is displayed during a predetermined period in which a plurality of games are played. In addition, various effects are performed according to the internal winning combination, the presence or absence of winning, and other situations in the game. Such an effect is performed, for example, by displaying an effect image on a liquid crystal display device included in a gaming machine, outputting sound from a speaker, or lighting a lamp. Since an internal winning combination, details of benefits, development of a game, and the like can be predicted by the gaming machine that performs such effects, it is possible to further improve the player's interest.

  In the gaming machine that displays the effect image on the liquid crystal display device as described above, as shown in Patent Document 1, the programmer creates table data so that the effect by the gaming machine can be executed, and the moving image for effect It is necessary to incorporate data etc. into the game machine as effect data.

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  However, in the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1, the programmer creates table data and a program based on the specifications of the rendering, and incorporates the rendering data including these data and the movie data for rendering into the gaming machine. There is a problem that the number of steps is extremely large.

  Also, in order to confirm (debug) the effect data incorporated in the gaming machine, a medium for mounting on an actual machine (for example, a ROM etc.) is actually created, and after operating the gaming machine using the medium, The presentation must be displayed and reproduced for confirmation, and the large number of man-hours associated with these tasks also becomes a problem.

  Further, in recent years, with regard to the effect of displaying an image on the liquid crystal display device of a gaming machine, the pattern and volume are constantly increasing, and thus the number of programmers mentioned above is further increased, resulting in the development of the gaming machine. Such costs increase and this is also a factor that lowers the profit margin.

  In addition, when a programmer creates table data and a program based on a specification of effect, there is also a problem due to human error that the correct effect expression is not performed in the gaming machine due to a recognition difference.

  Therefore, the object of the present invention is to create data (table data and program) for defining the content of the effect based on the specification of the effect, and play the effect data including these data and the moving image data for effect etc. An object of the present invention is to provide an effect sequence data generation device, an effect sequence data generation method, and a program capable of reducing a programmer's man-hours for an operation such as incorporation into a machine.

  Another object of the present invention is to provide an effect sequence data generation device, an effect sequence data generation method, and a program capable of reducing the number of steps for confirming execution (display / reproduction) of effects in a gaming machine. is there.

  Furthermore, an object of the present invention is to provide an effect sequence data generation device, an effect sequence data generation method, and a method capable of reducing human error caused by a programmer when creating data (table data and program) based on a specification for effect. And providing a program.

  Still another object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine which can not easily estimate the timing or opportunity at which the winning is determined even when winning an advantageous state such as "ART".

  In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a gaming machine having the following configuration.

The invention according to the first embodiment of the present invention has the following configuration.
Input operation detection means for detecting an operation for inserting a game medium;
Start operation detection means for detecting a start operation by the player based on the detection of the insertion operation by the insertion operation detection means;
Internal winning combination determining means for determining an internal winning combination with a predetermined probability based on detection of the starting operation by the starting operation detecting means;
Variation display means configured of a plurality of display rows, and variably displaying symbols necessary for the game based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means;
Stop operation detection means for detecting a stop operation by the player;
Stop control means for stopping the fluctuation display of the symbol based on the determination result of the internal winning combination determination means and the detection of the stop operation by the stop operation detection means;
Notification means for notifying information related to the game;
(B) an awarding means for deciding whether or not to give an advantage that is advantageous to the player over the normal state (for example, referring to the ART lottery table of FIG. 37 to determine winning of the ART);
When the addition of the advantageous state is determined by the advantageous state giving means, it is determined which of the information storage area for notification and the storage area for non notification is stored (for example, as shown in FIG. 38). A gaming machine comprising advantageous state storage area determination means for storing winning information in any of ART stock area A and ART stock area B by means of an ART stock area distribution lottery table (1) during general use;
The execution of the advantageous state based on the information on the advantageous state stored in the storage area for notification is prioritized over the execution of the advantageous state based on the information on the advantageous state stored in the storage area for non-notification.
When the notification means stores the information of the determined advantageous state in the notification storage area when the application of the advantageous state is determined by the advantageous state applying means, the advantageous state is provided. In the case of notifying that the information on the determined advantageous state is stored in the non-informing storage area, it is not notified that the advantageous state has been given.

  With this configuration, even when an advantageous state such as "ART" is won, the timing or opportunity at which the win is determined can not be easily estimated, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. Also, with this configuration, after all the advantageous states such as "ART" notified of winning have been executed, the player may next execute the advantageous state every time the advantageous state ends. You will have a sense of expectation, which can enhance the interest of the game.

The invention according to the second embodiment of the present invention has the following configuration in the first embodiment.
In each of the notification storage area and the non-notification storage area, the number of information of the determined advantageous state that can be stored is determined.
The number of the determined advantageous state information storable in the notification storage area and the number of the determined advantageous state information storable in the non-notification storage region are configured to be the same. .

  With this configuration, even when an advantageous state such as "ART" is won, the timing or opportunity at which the win is determined can not be easily estimated, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

The invention according to the third embodiment of the present invention has the following configuration in the first or second embodiment.
The advantageous state includes different states in which the internal winning combination determining means is determined based on a lottery for determining the internal winning combination,
The advantageous state information is configured to include identification data for identifying the plurality of states.

  With this configuration, for example, even when winning two types of advantageous states such as "D_ART" and "B_ART", it becomes impossible to easily estimate the timing and opportunity at which those winnings were determined, and the game becomes more interesting Can be enhanced.

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, even when an advantageous state such as "ART" is won, it is possible not to easily estimate the timing or opportunity at which the winning is determined.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to reduce the number of programmer's man-hours for creating table data and programs based on specifications of effects, and incorporating such data and effect data including effect moving image data into a game machine. Can.

  Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to reduce the number of man-hours for confirming the display / reproduction of the effect in the gaming machine.

  Furthermore, according to the present invention, it is possible to reduce human error caused by a programmer when creating table data and a program based on a specification for effect.

  Further, since the program of the same library is used for reproduction of effect image data and the like in the effect sequence data generation device and the game machine of the present invention, the effect image etc. displayed by the effect sequence data generation device is actually used by the game machine This is an aspect very close to the effect image etc. displayed on the screen, and the confirmation (debug) of the effect data is further streamlined.

  Furthermore, according to the present invention, since it is possible to display effects under various conditions, which can only be confirmed with an actual gaming machine, the work of creating a second-use material such as capture becomes easy.

It is a figure explaining the process regarding the presentation sequence in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the preview image in PC for development, and the display image in a game machine in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the flow of effect sequence edit in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the presentation sequence edit screen in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the data structure of the presentation sequence in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the preview process in PC for development which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram showing an example of composition of PC for development concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is an explanatory view explaining a functional flow in a game machine of one embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view showing an example of appearance composition in a game machine of one embodiment of the present invention. It is an internal structure in the game machine of one Embodiment of this invention, and is a perspective view of the state which opened the front door. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an entire configuration of a circuit included in a game machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of a sub control circuit in the gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the symbol arrangement | positioning table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the symbol combination table (the 1) in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the table at the time of bonus operation in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the RT transition table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the internal lottery table determination table in one Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 26 shows an example of a general gaming state internal lottery table (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the internal winning combination determination table for bonus in one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the internal winning combination determination table (the 1) for small part and replay in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the data pointer for small part and replay in one Embodiment of this invention, and the corresponding | compatible table (the 1) of a display combination. It is a figure which shows an example of the number selection table for a rotation stop in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the reel stop initialization table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the output condition table in one embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the symbol corresponding prize operation flag data table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the display combination storing area in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the game state flag storage area in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the action | operation stop button storage area in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the pressing order storage area in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the symbol code storage area in one Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 6 is a transition flow diagram of an RT state of the gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure showing a correspondence table of a winning combination and a stop order in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the correspondence table of the winning combination, stop order, and RT transfer in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a transition flow diagram of the sub gaming state of the gaming machine in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the special flag lottery table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the lottery flag A-1 lottery table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the ART lottery table (the 1) in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the general inside ART stock area | region allocation lottery table (the 1) in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the table number determination table at the time of the stock in general and CZ in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the title lottery table for development effect 1 in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect number determination table (the 1) for development effect 1 in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the presentation determination table for the development performance 1 in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the scenario rewriting lottery table (the 1) in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the map lottery table for development effect 2 in one Embodiment of this invention (the 1). It is a figure which shows an example of the effect lottery table number determination table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect lottery table (the 1) for table numbers 1 in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the map rewriting lottery table (the 1) in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect rewriting condition table in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the sub storage area in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the correspondence table of the table number and various states in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the correspondence table of loop mode data and loop mode in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a main flowchart which shows the process example of the main control circuit of the game machine in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of medal acceptance / start check processing in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the internal lottery process in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the lottery value change process in one embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the reel stop initialization process in one embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the reel stop control processing in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of RT control processing in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the bonus end check process in one embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the bonus operation check process in one embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the interruption processing by control of main CPU in one embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the main board | substrate communication thread performed by the sub CPU in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of processing at the time of medal insertion command reception in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the effect registration process in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of processing at the time of start command reception in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of processing at the time of reel rotation start command reception in one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of processing at the time of reel stop command reception in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows an example of processing at the time of display command reception in one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the example of the drawing thread | thread performed by the sub CPU in one Embodiment of this invention.

<Description of processing related to rendering sequence>
First, referring to FIG. 1, a development PC (personal computer) for executing a rendering sequence data creation tool used in connection with a method of manufacturing a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, and a gaming machine which is a real machine. The processing outline of the rendering sequence used will be described. FIG. 1 is a diagram conceptually showing processing and data performed for the development PC 200 and the gaming machine 300. As shown in FIG.

  The development PC 200 reads the effect definition file 203 defining the specification of effects relating to the gaming machine, and displays an effect sequence on the display device of the development PC 200 based on the contents of the effect definition file 203 read. The effect definition file 203 is defined for each effect pattern, and the effect sequence of each effect pattern includes information on effects to be executed for each event corresponding to the trigger. The information on the effect to be executed is, for example, information specifying the effect to be executed, information indicating that the previous effect is to be continued, or the like.

  After the rendering sequence is edited or corrected in the development PC 200, when conversion processing (conversion) is performed, data of the rendering sequence is built (or bound, compiled), and data for an actual device 204 is generated. The actual device data 204 includes effect sequence data 204 a and effect data 204 b. In addition, the actual device data 204 may include data for moving a character or turning on and off a lamp.

  The effect sequence data 204 a is data obtained as a result of editing or correcting the read effect definition file 203 read, and is data that defines the content of the effect. On the other hand, the effect data 204b is data used for effect, and is image data including still image data, moving image data, 3D data, etc. used for displaying an image on the display device of the gaming machine 300 in effect, The sound data etc. which are used in order to output sound from the speaker of game machine 300 in production are included.

  When the data for an actual machine 204 is generated, this data is read into the development PC 200, and a preview of the effect is performed by the viewer of the development PC. When the preview of the effect is performed on the development PC 200, the actual device data 204 is interpreted by a program in a predetermined library, and the effect relating to the effect actually executed on the gaming machine is executed on the development PC 200. For example, the display device of the development PC 200 reproduces the image of the effect related to the effect of the game machine, and outputs the sound related to the effect of the game machine to the speaker of the development PC 200. Execution of such an effect is performed in order of the set trigger for every effect pattern.

  Further, when the effect data 204b includes data for moving a bonus, it is possible to move the bonus displayed on the display device in a pseudo manner according to the data. Furthermore, when the effect data 204b includes data for lighting or extinguishing the lamp, the lamp displayed on the display device in a pseudo manner can be lit or extinguished according to the data. As described above, the effect performed by the development PC 200 may not completely coincide with the effect actually performed by the gaming machine, but the main part of the execution mode of the effect is the execution of the effect by the development PC 200 Can be confirmed in advance.

  The user of the development PC 200 checks the content of the preview displayed in the viewer, and if there is a part different from the specification, corrects the data of the rendering sequence and converts it again to generate the data 204 for the actual device. As described above, the user of the development PC 200 can try the preview of the effect image and the like many times using the development PC 200 and easily confirm whether or not the contents and timing thereof match the specifications. it can.

  When confirmation in the development PC 200 is completed, the generated data for actual machine 204 is implemented in the gaming machine 300. This implementation is realized, for example, by writing the actual device data 204 including the control program and the effect sequence data 204a and the effect data 204b in the ROM and incorporating it in the gaming machine 300. Such mounting (ROM mounting) can not be easily repeated since writing to the ROM and incorporation into the gaming machine 300 take time. Therefore, as in the present invention, being able to preview and confirm the execution mode of the effect on the development PC 200 before mounting the ROM has a very large effect in reducing the number of development steps.

  When the actual machine data 204 is mounted on the gaming machine 300, the effects of each effect pattern are executed based on the ROM mounted actual machine data 204, and the effect image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device of the gaming machine 300, etc. Be done. The execution of such effects is performed by a program of a gaming machine described later, but a test program may be used which sequentially generates a set trigger for each effect pattern. Up to this point, the contents of the presentation will be checked for the first time at this stage, but in the present invention, the development PC 200 performs a check using the same real machine data 204 beforehand. Confirmation and correction work will be greatly streamlined.

  Further, in the development PC 200, the library for reproducing the effect data 204b used for executing the effect is basically the same as the library for reproducing the effect data 204b in the gaming machine 300. The contents of the confirmed effect are reproduced in the gaming machine 300 with high accuracy. Therefore, the number of steps for confirmation and correction is further reduced.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 2, effect images displayed on the development PC 200 and the gaming machine 300 will be described. FIG. 2A shows an effect image displayed in the viewer window 220 of the display device of the development PC 200, and shows the display state of a certain temporary point in the effect moving image. FIG. 2B is an effect image 310 displayed on the liquid crystal display device of the gaming machine 300, and shows an image (at the same time point) corresponding to the effect moving image shown in FIG. 2A. The liquid crystal display device of the gaming machine 300 shown in FIG. 2B corresponds to the liquid crystal display device 11 of the gaming machine 1 (pachislot) described later, but here, in order to display the effect moving image It is illustrated as a simple rectangular display device of

  2C shows the movable character 311 (311a and 311b) provided in the approximate center of the liquid crystal display screen of the gaming machine 300 and the vicinity of the four sides of the liquid crystal display screen of the gaming machine 300. The decoration part 312 (312a to 312d) provided is shown. Here, for example, as shown by the arrows, the two pillars that are the movable part 311 are controlled to move in the left and right directions according to the reproduction of the effect moving image.

  With such a configuration of the gaming machine 300, as shown in FIG. 2 (B), the player is a liquid crystal display device disposed in the back with the movable character 311 and the decoration portion 312 disposed in the foreground. The effect image 310 (see FIG. 2B) displayed on the screen is to be viewed.

  In the development PC 200, as shown in FIG. 2A, the effect image displayed in the gaming machine 300 can be confirmed in advance. However, as shown in FIG. 2B, in this example, the movable role Only the part of the object 311 and the decoration part 312 is different from the representation of the effect image in the gaming machine 300.

  However, in the development PC 200, a program is prepared, and the movable character 311 and the decoration 312 provided in the gaming machine 300 are generated in a pseudo manner, and superimposed on the effect image on the display device of the development PC 200. May be displayed. Furthermore, the movable character 311 can be displayed so as to move (on the display device of the development PC 200) in accordance with the movable pattern performed in the effect of the gaming machine 300.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the read effect definition file 203 is displayed as an effect sequence representing the order of effects to be executed according to the transition of the trigger in each effect pattern, and the effect sequence is edited. explain. FIG. 3A shows the initial display state of the sequence area 211 of the effect sequence editing screen (described later in detail with reference to FIG. 4).

  In FIG. 3A, the trigger managed in the effect execution of the gaming machine 300 is displayed in the trigger display area 211a, and in this example, Lev (start lever operation), RStt (reel rotation start), 1st (initially) Stop button pressed (ie, ON edge), 2nd (second stop button pressed (ie, ON edge)), 3rdOn (third stop button pressed (ie, ON edge)), 3rdOff (third stop) There are seven button release (ie, OFF edge) and Bet (the bet button (MAX bet button or BET button) is pressed). The seven triggers displayed in this example have a configuration (for example, a start command in the case of Lev) corresponding to various command data transmitted from the main control circuit 41 to the sub control circuit 42 described later. There is.

  Further, in the effect pattern display area 211 b, an effect pattern representing a pattern of effects to be executed by the gaming machine 300 is shown. For each effect pattern, an event corresponding to the above-described seven triggers (a pentagon notation corresponding to this event is referred to as a "piece") is defined, and one sequence 211c (effect sequence) is defined. However, the state shown in FIG. 3A is an initial display state, and in this example, for the sake of convenience, a symbol of a right arrow “矢 印” indicating that the previous rendering content is to be continued is written (see piece 211 d) .

  FIG. 3B shows an example of the content of the effect definition file 203. For example, in the example of FIG. 3B, effect No. is set for each type of effect, and unique identifiers (Ptn1 to Ptn11) are assigned to effect patterns across a plurality of effect types. In each of the effect patterns, a piece name such as "P1-1" or "P2-1" or a sign of a right arrow "→" is set corresponding to the seven triggers (Lev or Bet) described above. There is.

  The effect definition file 203 can store definition contents using various file formats, such as a text file such as a CSV file and a tabular file.

  FIG. 3C shows the display state of the sequence area 211 and the timeline area 212 (area displayed on the same effect sequence editing screen) when the effect definition file 203 is read. The content of the read effect definition file 203 is reflected as it is in the sequence area 211 shown in FIG. For example, for the effect pattern Ptn1, the piece name “P1-1” is displayed in the trigger “Lev”, and the right arrow “⇒” corresponding to the sign of the right arrow “→” is displayed in the trigger “RStt”. The piece name “P1-2” is displayed in the trigger “1st”, and the right arrow “「 ”corresponding to the sign of the right arrow“ → ”is displayed in each of the triggers“ 2nd ”to“ Bet ”.

  The timeline area 212 in FIG. 3C displays a timeline associated with the event (piece 211 k) of the effect pattern (Ptn2) selected by the mouse or the like of the development PC 200. The timeline area 212 in FIG. 3C defines which timing and what effect is to be performed at which timing, and a scale in frame units is shown in the frame display area 212a to represent the timing and period. ing. In this example, 700 frames are shown in the frame display area 212a, and it is possible to set a moving image display with a length of 700 frames or the like in MAX.

  Four timelines (212c to 212f) are shown in the timeline area 212, a node 212g is shown on the timeline 212c, a node 212h is shown on the timeline 212d, and a timeline 212e is shown on the timeline 212e. Indicates a node 212i, and a timeline 212f shows a call sign 212j. Here, each node is associated with image data and the like used to execute an effect, and a call sign is associated with a keyword for executing an effect.

  Thus, by reading the effect definition file 203, the effect sequence is displayed as in the sequence area 211 shown in FIG. 3C, and the user of the development PC 200 is an event displayed in the sequence area 211. This effect sequence can be edited by deleting or adding (pieces). Further, the user of the development PC 200 may change the content of the effect to be executed according to the corresponding event by editing the setting content of the timeline in the timeline area 212 shown in FIG. 3C. it can.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 4, an effect sequence editing screen displayed on the display device of the development PC 200 will be described. The effect sequence editing screen 210 shown in FIG. 4 includes a menu area 210a, a sequence area 211, a timeline area 212, a property area 213, and a call sign area 214.

  In the menu area 210a, a file menu button 210b, a convert button 210c, and a preview button 210d are shown. The file menu button 210b is a button that is clicked when reading the effect definition file 203, and designates the location and the name of the effect definition file 203 on the displayed file specification screen (not shown). After the effect definition file 203 is read, the convert button 210 c edits the effect sequence, the content of the effect, and the like, and clicks when the edited result is built as the data for an actual device 204. The preview button 210d is a button that is clicked when previewing the real machine data 204, and specifies the location and name of the real machine data 204 on the displayed file specification screen (not shown) to display a preview instruction screen (not shown). In step b), a preview of the actual device data 204 read in this way is indicated.

  The sequence area 211 is the same as the sequence area 211 shown in FIG. 3C, and shows the state after the effect definition file 203 of FIG. 3B is read. Moreover, although simplified in FIG. 3C and the like, in addition to the trigger display area 211a and the effect pattern display area 211b, an effect pattern display designation area 211h is displayed. In the effect pattern display designation area 211 h, it is selected which range of effect pattern is displayed in the sequence area 211 by clicking the corresponding button or the like. In this example, it is possible to display twenty effect patterns at a time by buttons such as "1-20", "21-40", and "41-60". In addition, a slide bar is disposed at the right end of the sequence area 211, and by operating this slide bar, it is possible to sequentially display and confirm all 20 effect patterns. The display unit of the effect pattern can be changed by setting.

  Further, a button such as "All Ptn" is displayed in the effect pattern display designation area 211h, and when the button is selected by clicking this button or the like, all the effect patterns are displayed. Furthermore, a button such as "Time Line" is displayed in the effect pattern display designation area 211h, and when the button is selected by clicking this button or the like, all the effect patterns (or part of the effect patterns) are associated. You can display a list of timelines.

  The timeline area 212 is the same as the timeline area 212 shown in FIG. 3C, and shows the state after being edited by the user of the development PC 200 here. Although simplified in FIG. 3C or the like, a layer display area 212b is displayed in addition to the frame display area 212a. In the layer display area 212b, when a timeline is set for each layer, it is selected by clicking the corresponding button or the like which layer's timeline is to be displayed. In this example, by checking the button corresponding to the notation “Layer 0”, “Layer 1”, “Layer 2”, “Layer 3”, “Layer 4”, it is possible to display the timeline belonging to that layer.

  Layers are for managing the layout in consideration of the drawing order, and usually, the video data are drawn side by side along the Z axis in the 3D space, but separately, the drawing order is set layer by layer It can be set fixedly. Further, in the layer display area 212b, five layers of “Layer 0” to “Layer 4” can be set, but depending on the drawing processing performance of the GPU 84 described in FIG. In this case, a setting file (not shown) is provided in the development PC 200 separately from the effect definition file 203, and the number of layers used is registered in the setting file, and an effect sequence data tool is provided. The setting file may be read at the time of start-up, or a setting input screen may be provided so that the number of layers can be set in the tool.

  Nodes (212g, 212h, 212i) are respectively displayed on the timelines (212c, 212d, 212e) of the timeline area 212, and the rendering data corresponding to the nodes is reproduced along the timelines. Represents The display length of the node represents the length (the number of frames) when the effect data is reproduced.

  The property area 213 defines properties corresponding to the nodes (212 g to 212 i) set on the timeline of the timeline area 212. When the user of the development PC 200 selects a node 212 h displayed on the timeline 212 e of the timeline area 212 by clicking or the like as shown in FIG. 4, information on the node 212 h is displayed in the property area 213.

  The property area 213 displays, for example, a BindFile (bind file) display area for specifying which file is used to execute the rendering corresponding to the node (for example, reproduction of image data). Also, an InFrame display area indicating which frame the execution of the effect corresponding to the node starts from, an OutFrame display area indicating the frame number where the execution of the effect ends, and the effect are executed A TotalFrame display area is provided to indicate the number of frames in the period. Also, the display content in this area is displayed on the corresponding node of the timeline area 212 (for example, in the example of the node 212 h, “P2-1 M2”).

  Here, various types of files can be used as files (bind files) used for performing rendering. For example, a file format storing data capable of reproducing a still image, a file format storing data capable of reproducing a moving image, a file format storing polygon data or texture data capable of reproducing a 3D image, a file storing data capable of reproducing audio , A file storing data capable of reproducing subtitles, and the like.

  Further, in the property area 213, a LoopSetting button is provided to designate whether or not the bind file is to be repeatedly played if the number of playback frames of the specified bind file is larger than the number of frames indicated in the TotalFrame display area. When repeating, the EventLoop button is selected by clicking or the like, and when not repeating, the EndPause button is selected by clicking or the like.

  Also, on the corresponding timeline of the timeline area 212, a new node can be added, for example, by right clicking. At this time, the property area 213 is in a mode for inputting information related to the node. Here, when the bind file is input, the length of the corresponding node in the timeline area 212 is adjusted to represent the number of frames corresponding to the playback length of the bind file.

  In the call sign area 214, in accordance with the call sign 212j represented by the “」 ”mark shown on the timeline of the timeline area 212, what kind of command (for example, movement of a feature or image data A CallSign (call sign) display area is displayed which specifies whether the program execution (such as playback) is to be performed. The command may be, for example, a 3-letter alphabet following an @ (at sign).

  Also, if there is a comment on this command, it is input to the Comment display area. Also, an InFrame display area indicating which frame such a command is started from, an OutFrame display area indicating which frame the command ends at, and the number of frames during which the command is executed A TotalFrame display area can also be provided.

  Also, a new call sign can be added on the corresponding timeline of the timeline area 212, for example by right clicking. At this time, the call sign area 214 is in a mode for inputting information on the call sign. Here, when the above-mentioned matter is input, a ▽ mark indicating the presence of the call sign is displayed on the timeline.

  As described above, reproduction of predetermined effect data such as reproduction of a moving image can be realized by setting a node or setting a call sign. However, the call sign is a designated call sign. Various processing not related to the bind file can be performed in that the corresponding program is executed at a designated timing and period.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 5, the data structure of the effect sequence data 204a in the present invention will be described. Although the generation of the rendering sequence data 204a by the development PC 200 has been described based on the rendering definition file 203 with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4, here, the rendering sequence data 204a generated in this manner is described. The relationship between the data contained in and the data structure will be described.

  First, as shown in FIG. 5, the effect sequence data 204a has data for each effect pattern such as Ptn1, Ptn2,. Then, next, for each effect pattern, for example, for each trigger such as Lev, RStt, 1st, ..., it has data, the unit of this data is called "piece", and the data included in this piece is , Data about an event generated by the corresponding trigger.

  Next, each trigger has data for each layer, for example, Layer 0, Layer 1, and so on. Further, each layer has data for each timeline such as timeline 1, timeline 2, and so on.

  Each timeline has nodes such as node 1, node 2, and so on. Also, there may be a call sign such as call sign 1, call sign 2,. A node and a call sign may exist in one timeline, and coexistence of a node and a call sign may not be permitted in one timeline.

  Each node is associated with a property, and the property includes information such as a bind file and InFrame, as described in relation to the property area 213 shown in FIG.

  Similarly, each call sign is associated with a property, and the property includes information such as a call sign and InFrame as described in relation to the call sign area 214 shown in FIG. 4.

  As mentioned above, although the data structure of the presentation sequence data 204a in this invention was illustrated with reference to FIG. 5, it is not necessarily restricted to such a structure or relevance. The presentation sequence data of various other structures can be used to realize the characteristic configuration of the present invention. Further, the rendering sequence data 204 a is data built as the data for actual device 204 and does not need to be stored as text data that can be recognized by the user of the development PC 200 or the like.

[Description of preview process on development PC]
Next, the process executed by the development PC 200 when the preview button 210d is pressed on the effect sequence editing screen 210 of FIG. 4 will be briefly described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  First, in S1001, when a preview instruction of the read data for an actual device 204 is performed on a preview instruction screen (not shown), an effect pattern specified on the preview instruction screen is acquired. Next, in S1002, based on the designated effect pattern, the effect sequence data 204a is acquired from the read data for actual device 204.

  Next, in S1004, it is determined whether the effects corresponding to all the triggers have ended and the effects of the designated effect pattern have ended. When the effect is finished, the preview process is ended. If the rendering has not ended, the process proceeds to S1005, where it is determined whether a trigger has occurred. Here, the trigger may be automatically set by the development PC 200 so that each trigger is generated at a predetermined timing, or the display device of the development PC 200 is instructed to start the start lever operation button and reel rotation. A trigger may be generated by displaying a button, three stop buttons, a MAX bet button, a BET button, and the like, and operating the user of the development PC 200 to press these.

  Next, in S1005, when it is determined that the trigger has occurred, the process proceeds to S1006, where rendering sequence data corresponding to the event corresponding to the trigger is set. More specifically, data stored as a piece associated with the corresponding trigger is set in the designated effect pattern. This includes information on effects set for all timelines of all layers. Then, it progresses to S1007.

  Next, in S1005, when it is determined that the trigger does not occur, the process proceeds to S1007, and it is determined whether or not there is a node in the timeline. Here, the timeline to be determined is a timeline for all layers. If there is a node, the process advances to step S1008 to identify the bind file with reference to the property corresponding to the node, and execute drawing processing and audio output processing corresponding to the node. Then, it progresses to S1009. The bind file is acquired from the effect data 204 b of the read real device data 204.

  Next, in S1007, when it is determined that there is no node in the timeline, the processing proceeds to S1009, and it is determined whether a call sign exists in the timeline. Here, the timeline to be determined is a timeline for all layers. If a call sign exists, the process advances to step S1010 to execute a program corresponding to the call sign (for example, a process related to drawing, a process related to movement control of a bonus, and the like). Also, if the program corresponding to the call sign is a process related to movement control of a character or a process related to lamp effect control, it is clearly indicated that the call sign is registered in a pop-up window or the like instead. May be

  Next, when the process of S1010 ends, or when it is determined in S1009 that no call sign exists in the timeline, the process returns to S1004 in order to determine the drawing process and the like of the next frame.

  In this manner, in the development PC 200, a preview of the effect related to the specified effect pattern is performed based on the read data 204 for the actual device.

<Configuration of development PC>
The configuration of the development PC 200 will be described with reference to FIG. However, the configuration shown in FIG. 7 merely exemplifies a typical configuration of the development PC 200. The same function as that of the development PC 200 can be realized by computers of various other configurations.

  The development PC 200 includes a central processing unit (CPU) 231, a graphics processing unit (GPU) 232, a ROM 233, a RAM 234, a display controller 235, a display 236, an input device interface 237, a keyboard 238, a mouse 239, an external storage device 240, and external recording. A media driver 241 and a bus 242 connecting these components to one another are included.

  The CPU 231 controls the operation of each component of the development PC 200, edits the rendering sequence according to the user's operation under the control of the OS, reads the data 204 for actual machine, and is executed by the gaming machine 300. Preview the effects.

  The GPU 232 performs calculation processing particularly for displaying a 3D image. In order to temporarily hold information required by the GPU 232, a VRAM (Video RAM) may be provided.

  The ROM (Read Only Memory) 233 stores programs and the like that are executed when the development PC 200 starts up. The RAM (Random Access Memory) 234 temporarily stores programs executed by the CPU 231, data used by the programs during execution, and the like.

  The display controller 235 is a dedicated controller for actually processing a drawing command issued by the CPU 231. The drawing data processed by the display controller 235 is once written to the graphic memory and then output to the display 236. The display 236 is a display device configured of, for example, a liquid crystal display (LCD) or a cathode ray tube (CRT).

  The input device interface 237 receives signals input from the keyboard 238 and the mouse 239, and transmits a predetermined command to the CPU 231 in accordance with the signal pattern. The keyboard 238 and the mouse 239 are used, for example, when the user performs an operation at the time of editing of a rendering sequence.

  The external storage device 240 is, for example, a storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD), and the above-described program and data are recorded in this device, and loaded from there into the RAM 234 when necessary.

  The external recording medium drive device 241 accesses the recording surface of a portable external recording medium 250 such as a CD (Compact Disc), an MO (Magneto-Optical Disc), a DVD (Digital Versatile Disc), etc. Is a device that reads out The external recording medium 250 can also store a program for editing the effect sequence and a program for reading the actual device data 204 and previewing the effects to be executed by the gaming machine 300. The data recorded in the external recording medium 250 is stored in the external storage device 240 via the external recording medium drive device 241, and if it is a program, it is loaded into the RAM 234 at the time of execution.

  Moreover, as another distribution form of the program according to the present invention, a route is also stored in the external storage device 240 from a predetermined server on the network via the network of the development PC 200 and a network interface (not shown). Conceivable. The program thus stored is loaded into the RAM 234 and executed at the same time as described above.

  In this example, the actual device data 204 is assumed to be encapsulated as one file including the effect sequence data 204a and the effect data 204b, but the present invention is not limited to such a form. . The effect sequence data 204a and the effect data 204b may be separately configured, or each of the effect sequence data 204a and each of the effect data 204b may also be separately configured.

  Further, the effect definition file 203 stores, in addition to the information on the sequence for each effect pattern as shown in FIG. 3B, the property information and call sign information of nodes as shown in the lower part of FIG. 3C. This information can also be exported as text-based presentation definition file 203.

  In addition, the development PC 200 can construct information on the sequence for each of the effect patterns from the beginning without reading the effect definition file 203.

  In this example, as the trigger, “Lev (start lever operation)”, “RStt (reel rotation start)”, “1st (first stop button pressed)”, “2nd (second stop button pressed)”, Seven events such as "3rdOn (3rd stop button pressed)", 3rdOff (3rd stop button released), and "Bet" are assumed, but not limited to this, as required It can be set appropriately.

  As an embodiment of the gaming machine 300, a pachislot machine will be described as an example, but it can also be applied to a pachinko machine. Hereinafter, a pachislot machine which is a gaming machine showing an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. In the present embodiment, an assist time (hereinafter referred to as "AT"), which is a function for navigating establishment of a specific small combination with a lamp or the like, and a winning probability of replay when a specific symbol combination is displayed. A pachislot equipped with an assist replay time (hereinafter referred to as "ART") function in which a function for activating a replay time (hereinafter referred to as "RT"), which is a gaming state higher than normal, is simultaneously activated will be described.

<Function flow>
First, with reference to FIG. 8, the functional flow of the pachislot machine will be described.
In the pachislot machine of the present embodiment, medals are used as game media for playing a game. In addition to the medals, coins, gaming balls, point data or tokens for gaming may be applied as gaming media.

  When medals are inserted by the player and the start lever is operated, one value (hereinafter, random number value) is extracted from random numbers in a predetermined numerical value range (for example, 0 to 65535).

  The internal lottery means performs lottery based on the extracted random number value to determine an internal winning combination. The internal lottery means is carried by a main control circuit described later. By the determination of the internal winning combination, a combination of symbols permitting display along the later-described winning determination line is determined. In addition, as a classification of combination of the symbol, it is something which relates to the “prize” to which the player is given a privilege such as payout of medals, operation of replay, activation of bonus, etc. Is provided.

  In addition, when the start lever is operated, rotation of the plurality of reels is performed. Thereafter, when the player presses the stop button corresponding to the predetermined reel, the reel stop control means performs control to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel based on the internal winning combination and the timing when the stop button is pressed. Do. The reel stop control means is carried by a main control circuit described later.

  In the pachi slot, basically, control is performed to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel within a prescribed time (190 msec or 75 msec) from when the stop button is pressed. In the present embodiment, the number of symbols moving with the rotation of the reel within this prescribed time is referred to as the “number of sliding symbols”. If the prescribed period is 190 msec, the maximum number of sliding symbols is determined to be four symbols, and if the prescribed period is 75 msec, the maximum number of sliding symbols is determined to be one symbol.

  When an internal winning combination that permits combination display of symbols relating to winning is determined, the reel stop control means normally determines that a combination of symbols has a winning determination line within a prescribed time of 190 msec (for four symbols of symbols). Stop the rotation of the reel so that it is displayed as much as possible. In addition, the reel stop control means specifies, for example, for one or more reels, at the time of operation of a bonus bonus (CB) which is a second kind special character and a middle bonus (MB) for operating CB continuously. The rotation of the reel is stopped so that the combination of the symbols is displayed as much as possible along the winning determination line within a time of 75 msec (for one symbol). Furthermore, the reel stop control means uses various prescribed times corresponding to the game state to rotate the reel so that the combination of symbols whose display is not permitted by the internal winning combination is not displayed along the winning determination line. Stop it.

  Thus, when all the rotations of the plurality of reels are stopped, the prize determination means determines whether or not the combination of the symbols displayed along the prize determination line relates to a prize. The winning determination means is carried by a main control circuit described later. When it is determined by the winning determination means that the winning is determined, a bonus such as medal payout is given to the player. In pachislot, the above series of flows are performed as one game.

  Moreover, in the pachislot, in the above-described series of flows, display of an image performed by a display device such as a liquid crystal display device, output of light performed by various lamps, output of sound performed by a speaker, or a combination thereof is used. Various effects are performed.

  When the start lever is operated, a random number for presentation (hereinafter, random number for presentation) is extracted separately from the random number used to determine the internal winning combination described above. When the effect random number value is extracted, the effect content determination means determines by lottery the one to be executed this time out of a plurality of types of effect content associated with the internal winning combination. The effect content determination means is carried by a sub control circuit described later.

  When the contents of the effect are determined, the effect executing means interlocks with respective triggers such as the start of the rotation of the reels, the stop of the rotations of the respective reels, the determination of the presence or absence of a prize, etc. Thus, in Pachislot, the player has an opportunity or opportunity to know the determined internal winning combination (in other words, the combination of the symbols to be aimed) by executing the presentation content associated with the internal winning combination. Thus, the player's interest can be improved.

<Structure of Pachislot>
Next, with reference to FIG. 9 and FIG. 10, the structure of the pachi slot in the present embodiment will be described.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 9 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi slot 1.

  As shown in FIG. 9, the pachi slot 1 includes an exterior body 2. The exterior body 2 has a cabinet 2a that accommodates a reel, a circuit board, and the like, and a front door 2b attached to the cabinet 2a so as to be able to open and close. Handles 7 are provided on both side surfaces of the cabinet 2a (only the handle 7 on one side is shown in FIG. 9). The handle 7 is a concave portion which is used when carrying the pachislot 1.

  Inside the cabinet 2a, three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are provided side by side. Hereinafter, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are referred to as a left reel 3L, a middle reel 3C, and a right reel 3R, respectively. Each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R has a cylindrical reel body and a translucent sheet material mounted on the peripheral surface of the reel body. On the surface of the sheet material, a plurality of (for example, 21) designs are drawn at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction.

  The front door 2 b includes a door body 9, a front panel 10, and a liquid crystal display device 11 showing one specific example of the display device. The door body 9 is attached to the cabinet 2a so as to be able to open and close using a hinge (not shown). The hinge is provided at the left end of the door body 9 when the door body 9 is viewed from the front of the pachi slot 1.

  The liquid crystal display device 11 is attached to the upper portion of the door main body 9 and performs effects by displaying an image. The liquid crystal display device 11 includes a display unit (display screen) 11a including a display window 4 for displaying symbols drawn on three reels 3L, 3C, 3R. In the present embodiment, an image is displayed using the entire display unit 11 a including the display window 4, and effects are performed.

  The display window 4 is formed of, for example, a transparent member such as an acrylic plate. The display window 4 is provided at a position overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels as viewed from the front (the player side), and is provided in front of the three reels (the player side). Therefore, the player can view three reels provided behind the display window 4 through the display window 4.

  In the present embodiment, when the rotation of the corresponding reel provided behind the display window 4 is stopped, the display window 4 displays three continuously arranged symbols of the plural types of symbols drawn on each reel. It is set to the size that can be done. That is, in the frame of the display window 4, upper, middle and lower areas are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each area. In the present embodiment, a line connecting the middle region of the left reel 3L, the middle region of the middle reel 3C, and the middle region of the right reel 3R is defined as a winning determination line for determining whether or not a winning is to be made.

  The front panel 10 is attached to the upper portion of the door body 9 and is set to a size that covers the liquid crystal display device 11. The front panel 10 is disposed on the side of the display unit 11 a of the liquid crystal display device 11, and a decoration frame 101 having three panel openings 101 a, 101 b and 101 c for exposing the display unit 11 a of the liquid crystal display device 11. A transparent protective cover (not shown) for closing the panel openings 101a, 101b and 101c of the frame 101 is provided.

  The decorative frame 101 has a partition piece 112 that partitions the panel opening 101a and the panel opening 101b, and a partition piece 113 that partitions the panel opening 101b and the panel opening 101c. The three panel openings 101a, 101b, and 101c are partitioned by the partition pieces 112 and 113 so as to be vertically aligned. The panel openings 101 a and 101 c of the decorative frame 101 expose the display portion 11 a of the liquid crystal display device 11. The panel opening 101b of the decoration frame 101 exposes the display portion 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11 and the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  In the upper part of the decoration frame 101, character (billy) decoration parts 22L and 22R (not shown) are formed. The character decoration parts 22L and 22R are provided with touch sensors 23L and 23R (see FIGS. 11 and 12). The touch sensor 23L detects that the player's hand has come in contact with the character decoration portion 22L, and transmits the detection result to the sub control circuit 42 (see FIGS. 11 and 12) described later. In addition, the touch sensor 23R detects that the player's hand has touched the character decoration portion 22R, and transmits the detection result to the sub control circuit 42 described later.

  The decorative frame 101 is provided with a lamp group 21 and a movable decorative unit 121 (not shown, see FIGS. 11 and 12). The lamp group 21 is configured of an LED (Light Emitting Diode) or the like, and lights and extinguishes light in a pattern corresponding to the contents of effects.

  The movable decoration unit 121 is disposed on the back side of the decoration frame 101 and is normally hidden by the decoration frame 101. Then, when a special effect and a predetermined effect are performed, it moves and becomes visible from the panel opening 101 a of the decoration frame 101.

  A pedestal 12 is formed at the center of the door body 9. The pedestal 12 is provided with various devices (the medal insertion slot 13, the MAX bet button 14, the 1 BET button 15, the start lever 16, and the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R) to be operated by the player.

  The medal insertion slot 13 is provided to receive a medal dropped from the outside into the pachislot 1 by the player. The medal received from the medal insertion slot 13 is used for one game with the preset number (for example, 3) as the upper limit, and the portion exceeding the preset number is deposited inside the pachislot 1 Can do (so-called credit function).

  The MAX bet button 14 and the 1 BET button 15 are provided to determine the number of medals to be used for one game from the medals deposited inside the pachislot 1. Although not shown in FIG. 9, the pedestal 12 is provided with a settlement button. The settlement button is provided to pull out (discharge) the medals deposited inside the pachislot 1.

  The start lever 16 is provided to start the rotation of all the reels (3L, 3C, 3R). The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are provided in association with the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively, and each stop button is provided to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, and 17R are referred to as a left stop button 17L, a middle stop button 17C, and a right stop button 17R, respectively.

  Although not shown in FIG. 9, the pedestal 12 is provided with a 7-segment display 6 (see FIG. 11) formed of a 7-segment LED (Light Emitting Diode). The 7-segment display 6 digitally displays information such as the number of medals to be paid out to the player as benefits (hereinafter, the number of payouts) and the number of medals deposited inside the pachislot 1 (hereinafter, the number of credits). indicate.

  At the lower part of the door main body 9, a medal payout opening 18, a medal receiving tray 19, speakers 20L, 20R and the like are provided. The medal payout opening 18 guides the medals discharged by the driving of a medal payout device 33 described later to the outside. The medal receiver 19 stores the medals discharged from the medal payout opening 18. Further, the speakers 20L and 20R output sounds such as sound effects and music corresponding to the contents of the effects.

[Internal structure]
Next, the internal structure of the pachi slot 1 will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the internal structure of the pachi slot 1.

  The cabinet 2a is formed in a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape with one surface on the front side opened. A main substrate 31 which constitutes a main control circuit 41 (see FIG. 11) described later is provided at the upper part in the cabinet 2a. The main control circuit 41 is a circuit for controlling the main operation of the game in the pachislot 1 and the flow between the operations, such as determination of internal winning combinations, rotation and stop of each reel, and determination of presence or absence of winning. The specific configuration of the main control circuit 41 will be described later.

  Three reels (a left reel 3L, a middle reel 3C and a right reel 3R) are provided at a central portion in the cabinet 2a. Although not shown in FIG. 10, each reel is connected to a corresponding stepping motor (one of the stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R in FIG. 11) described later via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. .

  A medal payout device 33 (hereinafter referred to as a hopper 33) having a structure capable of containing a large amount of medals and capable of discharging them one by one is provided at a lower portion in the cabinet 2a. Further, a power supply device 34 for supplying necessary power to each device of the pachi slot 1 is provided on one side (left side in the example shown in FIG. 10) of the hopper 33 in the cabinet 2a.

  On an upper portion on the back surface side (a portion opposite to the display screen side) of the front door 2b, there is provided a sub-substrate 32 which constitutes a sub-control circuit 42 (see FIGS. 11 and 12) described later. The sub control circuit 42 is a circuit that controls the execution of effects by displaying an image or the like. The specific configuration of the sub control circuit 42 will be described later.

  Further, a selector 35 is provided at a substantially central portion on the back surface side of the front door 2b. The selector 35 is a device for selecting whether or not the material, shape, and the like of medals inserted from the outside through the medal insertion slot 13 (see FIG. 9) are appropriate. Guide to Although not shown in FIG. 10, a medal sensor 35S (see FIG. 11) is provided on the path through which the medal passes in the selector 35, for detecting that the appropriate medal has passed.

<Circuit configuration of pachislot>
Next, the configuration of the circuit included in the pachi slot 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 and 12.
FIG. 11 is a block diagram of the entire circuit provided in the pachi slot 1. FIG. 12 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of the sub control circuit.

  The pachi slot 1 includes a main control circuit 41, a sub control circuit 42, and peripheral devices (actuators) electrically connected to these circuits.

[Main control circuit]
The main control circuit 41 mainly includes a microcomputer 50 installed on a circuit board (main board 31). As other components, the main control circuit 41 includes a clock pulse generation circuit 54, a frequency divider 55, a random number generator 56, a sampling circuit 57, a display unit drive circuit 64, a hopper drive circuit 65, and a payout completion signal circuit. Including 66.

  The microcomputer 50 includes a main CPU 51, a main ROM (Read Only Memory) 52, and a main RAM (Random Access Memory) 53.

  The main ROM 52 stores control programs for various processes executed by the main CPU 51, data tables such as an internal lottery table, and data for transmitting various control commands (commands) to the sub control circuit 42. . The main RAM 53 is provided with a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination determined by execution of the control program.

  To the main CPU 51, a clock pulse generation circuit 54, a frequency divider 55, a random number generator 56, and a sampling circuit 57 are connected. Clock pulse generating circuit 54 and frequency divider 55 generate clock pulses. The main CPU 51 executes a control program based on the generated clock pulse. Further, the random number generator 56 generates a random number (for example, 0 to 65535) within a predetermined range. Then, the sampling circuit 57 extracts one value from the generated random numbers.

  Various switches and sensors are connected to the input port of the microcomputer 50. Main CPU 51 receives input signals from various switches and the like, and controls the operation of peripheral devices such as stepping motors 61L, 61C and 61R.

  The stop switch 17S detects that the player has pressed the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R (stop operation). The start switch 16S detects that the player has operated the start lever 16 (start operation). The settlement switch 14S detects that the settlement button has been pressed by the player.

  The medal sensor 35S detects that the medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 13 has passed through the inside of the selector 35. Further, the bet switch 12S detects that the player has pressed the bet button (the MAX bet button 14 or the 1 BET button 15).

  Further, as peripheral devices whose operations are controlled by the microcomputer 50, there are three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R, a 7-segment display 6, and a hopper 33. Further, a drive circuit for controlling the operation of each peripheral device is connected to the output port of the microcomputer 50.

  The motor drive circuit 62 controls the drive of three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R respectively provided corresponding to the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R. The reel position detection circuit 63 detects, for each reel, a reel index which indicates that the reel has made one rotation, by an optical sensor having a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion.

  Each of the stepping motors 61L, 61C, and 61R has a configuration in which the amount of movement is proportional to the number of pulse outputs, and the rotation axis can be stopped at a designated angle. Also, the driving force of each stepping motor is transmitted to the corresponding reel via a gear having a predetermined reduction ratio. Then, each time a pulse is output to each stepping motor, the corresponding reel rotates at a fixed angle.

  The main CPU 51 detects the reel index of each reel and then counts the number of times the pulse is output to the corresponding stepping motor, whereby the rotation angle of each reel (specifically, the number of symbols of the reel) Manage only what).

  Here, management of the rotation angle of each reel will be specifically described. The number of pulses output to each stepping motor is counted by a pulse counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53. Then, every time the pulse counter counts the output of a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times) necessary for the rotation of one symbol, the value of the symbol counter (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53 is “1 "Is added. A symbol counter is provided for each reel. Then, the value of the symbol counter is cleared when the reel position detection circuit 63 detects a reel index.

  That is, in this embodiment, by managing the value of the symbol counter, it is managed how many symbol rotation operations have been performed since the reel index is detected. Therefore, the position of each symbol on each reel is detected on the basis of the position where the reel index is detected.

  The display unit drive circuit 64 controls the operation of the 7-segment display 6. The hopper drive circuit 65 controls the operation of the hopper 33. Further, the payout completion signal circuit 66 manages detection of medals performed by the medal detection unit 33S provided in the hopper 33, and checks whether the medals discharged from the hopper 33 to the outside have reached a predetermined number of payouts. Do.

  Further, an external terminal board 18S is connected to the main control circuit 41. The main control circuit 41 is connected to the hall computer or calling device 100 via the external terminal board 18S. Then, when the predetermined internal winning combination is won and the predetermined stop operation sequence is detected, the main control circuit 41 transmits a jackpot signal “3” described later to the hall computer or the calling device 100.

[Sub control circuit]
As shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the sub control circuit 42 is electrically connected to the main control circuit 41, and performs processing such as determination and execution of effects based on commands transmitted from the main control circuit 41. . The sub control circuit 42 basically includes a sub CPU 81, a sub ROM 82, a sub RAM 83, a GPU 84, a drawing RAM 85, and a driver 86, as shown in FIG. Furthermore, the sub control circuit 42 includes a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 90, an audio RAM 91, a D / A (Digital to Analog) converter 92, an amplifier 93, and a movable decoration unit drive circuit 96.

  The sub CPU 81 performs output control of video, sound, and light according to the control program stored in the sub ROM 82 in accordance with the command transmitted from the main control circuit 41. The sub ROM 82 basically has a program storage area and a data storage area.

  In the program storage area, various control programs executed by the sub CPU 81 are stored. In the control program stored in the program storage area, for example, a main board communication thread for controlling communication with the main control circuit 41, a random number value for effect extraction, and determination of effect contents (effect data) and Effect registration thread for performing registration, drawing control thread for controlling display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11 based on the determined effect contents, lamp control thread for controlling light output by the lamp group 21, speaker A program such as a voice control thread for controlling the output of sound according to 20L and 20R is included.

  The data storage area includes, for example, a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data forming various presentation contents, a storage area for storing animation data related to creation of video, and sound data for BGM and sound effects And various storage areas such as a storage area for storing lamp data relating to a light on / off pattern.

  The sub RAM 83 has a storage area for registering the determined rendering content and rendering data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 41.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 12, peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11, the speakers 20L and 20R, the lamp group 21, the touch sensors 23L and 23R, and the movable decoration unit 121 are connected to the sub control circuit 42. There is. That is, the operation of these peripheral devices is controlled by the sub control circuit 42.

  In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 81, the GPU 84, the drawing RAM 85 (including the frame buffer), and the driver 86 create an image according to the animation data specified by the effect content, and the generated image is displayed by the liquid crystal display device 11. Ru.

  The sub CPU 81, the DSP 90, the audio RAM 91, the D / A converter 92, and the amplifier 93 output sounds such as BGM by the speakers 20L and 20R according to the sound data specified by the contents of the effect. Further, the sub CPU 81 performs lighting and extinguishing of the lamp group 21 in accordance with the lamp data designated by the contents of the effect.

  The touch sensors 23L and 23R detect that the player's hand is in contact with the character decoration parts 22L and 22R, and transmit the detection results to the sub control circuit 42 described later. The sub CPU 81 and the movable decoration unit drive circuit 96 drive the movable decoration unit 121 in accordance with the movable decoration unit drive data specified by the effect contents. That is, the movable decoration unit 121 is driven when a special effect is performed, and is exposed from the panel opening 101 a of the front panel 10.

<Structure of data table stored in main ROM>
Next, configurations of various data tables stored in the main ROM 52 will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 to 24. FIG.

[Symbol arrangement table]
First, the symbol arrangement table will be described with reference to FIG. The symbol arrangement table is data for specifying the position of each symbol in the rotational direction of each of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R, and the type of symbol arranged at each position (hereinafter referred to as symbol code (FIG. 13 Define the correspondence with the symbol code table of

  In the symbol arrangement table, when the reel index is detected, the position of the symbol arranged in the middle region of each reel in the frame of the display window 4 is defined as “0”. Then, in each reel, “0” to “20” corresponding to the symbol counter are set as symbol positions in the order of proceeding in the direction of rotation of the reel (direction of arrow A in FIG. 13) on the basis of symbol position “0” Assigned to a symbol.

  That is, by referring to the symbol counter values ("0" to "20") and the symbol arrangement table, the symbols displayed in the upper, middle and lower regions of each reel in the frame of the display window 4 Can identify the type of For example, when the value of the symbol counter corresponding to the left reel 3L is "7", in the upper, middle and lower regions of the left reel 3L in the frame of the display window 4, "#" A symbol corresponding to "Replay 2", "Billy Bar" at symbol position "7" and "Replay 1" at symbol position "6" is displayed.

[Symbol combination table]
Next, an example of the symbol combination table will be described with reference to FIG. The symbol combination table defines the correspondence between the combination of symbols predetermined according to the type of benefit, the display combination (storage area) and the number of payouts.

  In this embodiment, when the combination of the symbols displayed by the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R along the effective line (center line) matches the combination of the symbols specified in the symbol combination table. It is determined to be a prize. Then, when it is determined to be a winning, the player is given a privilege such as the payout of medals and the operation of replay. If the combination of symbols displayed along the effective line does not match any of the combinations of symbols specified in the symbol combination table, it becomes a so-called "loss". That is, in the present embodiment, the symbol combination of "loss" is defined by not defining the symbol combination corresponding to "loss" in the symbol combination table. The present invention is not limited to this, and an item of "loss" may be provided in the symbol combination table to directly define "loss".

  The various data described in the display combination column in the symbol combination table is data for identifying the combination of symbols displayed along the effective line. The "data" in the display combination column is represented by 1-byte data, and a unique symbol combination (content of display combination) is assigned to each bit in the data.

  Further, the data of “storage area” in the display combination column is data for specifying a display combination storage area (see FIG. 26 described later) in which the corresponding display combination is stored. In the present embodiment, 29 display combination storage areas are provided. And in this embodiment, the bit pattern (data pattern of 1 byte) is the same, and the display combination with different contents is managed as another display combination according to the difference of "storage area".

  The numerical values described in the payout amount column in the symbol combination table indicate the number of medals to be paid out to the player. In the combination of symbols to which one or more numerical values are given as data of "the number of payouts", the medals of the same number as the numerical values are paid out.

  In the present embodiment, for example, when a display combination (“C_C Lip 1” or the like shown in FIG. 14) relating to replay is determined as the display combination, the replay operates.

  In addition, although not displayed in FIG. 14, the display combination according to “R_bell transition item 2-1” to “R_bell transition item 3-21” stops the symbol combination according to “C_B bell” on the effective line. It is a part displayed when it was not done (dropped). The display combination according to “R_bell transition item 2-1” to “R_bell transition item 3-21” is a display combination serving as a trigger when the RT gaming state transitions to the RT1 gaming state described later. That is, when the symbol combination corresponding to any of “R_bell transition item 2-1” to “R_bell transition item 3-21” is stopped and displayed on the activated line, the RT gaming state is the RT1 described later. Transition to the game state.

[Bonus activated table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 15, the bonus operation time table will be described. The bonus operation time table corresponds to the gaming state stored in the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 27) provided in the main RAM 53 when the bonus operation is performed, the bonus end number counter, the possible game number counter And, data to be stored in the possible winning number counter is specified.

  The game state flag is data for identifying the type of bonus game to be activated. In the present embodiment, a big bonus and a regular bonus are provided as types of bonus games. The big bonus is a so-called continuous-action device associated with a so-called first-class special role, and is hereinafter referred to as "BB". The regular bonus is a so-called first-class special role, and is hereinafter referred to as "RB". The operation of RB is performed continuously while the operation of BB is performed.

  The bonus end number counter is data for managing whether or not a specified number (disbursed number) serving as a trigger for ending the bonus game has been reached. In the present embodiment, the operation of BB1 started upon the display of “C_Don BB” or “C_Red 7” ends when the medals having reached the prescribed number “263” are paid out. Also, the operation of BB2 started upon the display of "C_BAR" ends when payout of medals reaching the prescribed number "60" is performed, and the operation of BB3 started upon the display of "C_billy" Ends when the payout of medals reaching the prescribed number "14" is made.

  That is, the value defined by the bonus activation table is stored in the bonus end number counter, and the subtraction is performed through the activation of the bonus. As a result, the operation of the corresponding bonus ends on condition that the value of the bonus end number counter has been updated to "0". In the present embodiment, BB started with display of “C_Don BB” and “C_Red 7” is managed as “BB1” with the same flag. However, BB started with the display of “C_Don BB” and BB started with the display of “C_Red 7” may be managed with separate flags.

  The possible game number counter is data for managing the number of remaining games that can be played in the operation of “RB”, that is, the number of possible games. The possible winning number counter is data for managing the number of remaining games in which a combination of symbols relating to winning can be displayed in one regular bonus (RB) game, that is, the number of possible winning times.

[RT transition table]
Next, the RT transition table will be described with reference to FIG. The RT transition table defines the correspondence between the transition condition of the RT gaming state and the RT gaming state of the transition source and the transition destination.

  In this embodiment, as the RT gaming state, four types of states of RT0 gaming state to RT3 gaming state are provided, in which the type of internal winning combination of replay and the winning probability thereof are different from each other. And, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 16, that the player has won a predetermined internal winning combination, or that the symbol combination relating to a specific internal winning combination is stopped and displayed on the effective line, etc. is the RT gaming state It becomes a transition opportunity between

  Specifically, when "C_Don BB", "C_Red 7" or "C_BAR" is won as an internal winning combination, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT3 gaming state. Note that the migration source in this case (RT gaming state before shifting) is any one of the RT0 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state.

  Also, when "C_Billy" is won as an internal winning combination, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT0 gaming state. The migration source in this case (RT gaming state before shifting) is any one of the RT0 gaming state to the RT2 gaming state. Furthermore, when the operation of BB1 to BB3 ends, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT0 gaming state. The internal winning combination "C_Don BB" shows a specific example of a specific internal winning combination according to the present invention, and the internal winning combination "C_Billy" is a specific example of a special internal winning combination according to the present invention Indicates

  Also, when the symbol combination of "C_RT0 Lips 1 to 10" or "C_Control Lips 1 to 4" is displayed, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT0 gaming state. The migration source in this case (RT gaming state before shifting) is other than the RT3 gaming state and the RT0 gaming state in which "C_Billy" is carried over.

  In the case of a bell spill, that is, when the symbol combination of "C_bell transition eyes 2-1 to 6" and "C_bell transition eyes 3-1 to 21" is displayed, the RT gaming state is the RT1 gaming state Migrate to The migration source in this case (RT gaming state before shifting) is other than the RT3 gaming state and the RT0 gaming state in which "C_Billy" is carried over.

  Also, when the symbol combination of "C_RT2 Lip 1 to 12" is displayed, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT2 gaming state. The migration source in this case (RT gaming state before shifting) is other than the RT3 gaming state and the RT0 gaming state in which "C_Billy" is carried over.

  In the pachislot 1 of the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 (main CPU 51) controls the transition of the RT gaming state with reference to the RT transition table, but for details of the transition flow of the RT gaming state, A more specific description will be given later with reference to FIG.

[Internal lottery table determination table]
Next, the internal lottery table determination table will be described with reference to FIG. The internal lottery table determination table defines the correspondence among the gaming state, the number of inserted medals, the internal lottery table, and the number of times of lottery.

  Specifically, when the normal gaming state (the inserted number of medals is “3”), the internal lottery table for the general gaming state is used, and “54” is set as the number of times of lottery. When the RB1 gaming state (the inserted number of medals is "3"), the internal lottery table for the RB1 gaming state is used, and "8" is set as the number of times of lottery. When the RB2 gaming state (the inserted number of medals is "3"), the internal lottery table for the RB2 gaming state is used, and "8" is set as the number of times of lottery. When the RB3 gaming state (the number of medals inserted is “1”), the internal lottery table for the RB3 gaming state is used, and “6” is set as the number of times of lottery.

[Internal lottery table]
Next, the internal lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. The internal lottery table consists of a data pointer for small part and replay and a bonus data pointer corresponding to a winning number in each RT gaming state and each RB gaming state, and a lottery value when each winning number is determined. Define the correspondence relationship.

  The small part and replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer are data acquired as a result of the lottery performed with reference to the internal lottery table, and are defined by the internal winning combination determination table (see FIGS. 19 and 20) described later. Data for specifying the internal winning combination.

  In the internal lottery process of the present embodiment, random number values extracted from a predetermined numerical value range “0 to 65535” are sequentially subtracted by lottery values defined in accordance with the respective winning numbers. And. An internal lottery is performed by determining whether the result of subtraction is negative (whether so-called "worried" has occurred). That is, it means that the winning number is obtained when the result of the subtraction becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), and the data point assigned to the winning number is obtained.

  Therefore, in the internal lottery process of the present embodiment, the larger the numerical value defined as the lottery value, the higher the probability that the data to which it is assigned (that is, the data pointer) is determined. In addition, the winning probability of each winning number can be represented by “lottery value corresponding to each winning number / number of all random values that may be extracted (random number denominator: 65536)”.

  FIG. 18 shows a part of an internal lottery table (RT0) for a general gaming state. The internal lottery table for the normal gaming state is a table to be referred to in the case of the RT0 gaming state, and defines the lottery value and the data pointer in accordance with the winning numbers 1 to 54.

  In the present embodiment, the lottery value is defined in accordance with the settings 1 to 6. The settings 1 to 6 are provided to adjust the expected value of the internal winnings such as a bonus or a small winning combination on the game arcade side, and, for example, a reset switch (not shown) and a key type switch for setting (not shown) It is changed using.

  Although an internal lottery table is prepared for each of the other gaming states, the description and the description will be omitted here.

[Internal winning combination decision table]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20, a part of the internal winning combination determination table will be described. The internal winning combination determination table defines the correspondence between the data pointer and the internal winning combination. That is, when the small winning combination / replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer are determined, the internal winning combination is uniquely acquired.

  “Internal winning combination” in the internal winning combination determination table is data for identifying a combination of symbols on the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R which permits display along the effective line. "Internal winning combination" is represented by 1-byte data in the same manner as "display combination" in the symbol combination table etc. shown in FIG. 14, and a unique symbol is displayed for each bit in the 1-byte data A combination is assigned. The “o” mark in the internal winning combination determination table indicates an internal winning combination to be won in the acquired data pointer.

  In addition, when the data pointer for small part and replay and the data pointer for bonus are "0", the content of "internal winning combination" becomes "loss", but this is defined by the symbol combination table etc. shown in FIG. Indicates that the display of all symbol combinations being displayed is not permitted.

  FIG. 19 shows a bonus internal winning combination determination table. The bonus internal winning combination determination table defines an internal winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus game for “1” to “4” of the bonus data pointer. That is, the bonus internal winning combination determination table defines the correspondence between the bonus data pointer and the internal winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus game. As shown in FIG. 19, for example, when “2” is acquired as the bonus data pointer, “C_red 7” is won as the internal winning combination.

  FIG. 20 shows a part of the internal winning combination determination table for small role / replay. The internal winning combination determination table for the small winning combination / replay defines an internal winning combination pertaining to the small winning combination and the replay (replay) for “1” to “38” of the small winning combination / replay data pointer. That is, the internal winning combination determination table for the small winning combination / replay defines the correspondence between the small winning combination / replay data pointer and the internal winning combination pertaining to the payout of the medal or the internal winning combination pertaining to the operation of the replay.

  FIG. 21 shows a part of the correspondence table between the data pointer for small part and replay and the internal winning combination. This correspondence table defines the correspondence between the data pointer for small part and replay, the abbreviation, and the internal winning combination.

[Roller stop number selection table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 22, the rotation stop number selection table will be described. The rotation stop number selection table defines the correspondence between the small part and replay data pointer and the rotation stop number. The spinning stop number is data used when acquiring various data required in the reel stop initial setting process described later.

  The rotation cylinder stop number selection table of the present embodiment defines different rotation cylinder stop numbers for each of the small winning combination / replay data pointers. For example, when the small part and replay data pointer is "3", the rotation stop number "3" is selected.

[Reel Stop Initial Setting Table]
Next, the reel stop initial setting table will be described with reference to FIG. The reel stop initial setting table defines the correspondence between the rotation stop number and various data used in the drawing priority order table selection process and the determination process of the number of sliding symbols of each reel.

[Output condition table]
Next, the output condition table will be described with reference to FIG. The output condition table defines the correspondence between output conditions such as when BB (BB1, BB2) is activated, and on / off of the big hit signal "1" to the big hit signal "3". In this embodiment, when BB (BB1, BB2) is activated, the big hit signal “1” is turned on and transmitted to the hall computer or the calling device 100. Then, at the end of BB (BB1, BB2), the big hit signal "1" is turned off.

  Also, in the present embodiment, the big hit signal “2” is turned on and transmitted to the hall computer or the calling device 100 at the time of RB (BB3) operation. Then, at the end of RB (BB3), the big hit signal "2" is turned off. Furthermore, when the big hit signal "3" is on, the big hit signal "3" is turned off. The big hit signal “3” is turned on when an output counter described later reaches zero.

[Symbol-corresponding winning operation flag data table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 25, the symbol-corresponding winning operation flag data table will be described. The symbol corresponding prize operation flag data table defines the correspondence between the reel type and the data of the internal winning combinations that can be displayed according to the symbol of each reel displayed on the prize judgment line. That is, by referring to the symbol corresponding prize operation flag data table, it is possible to determine the internal winning combination that can be displayed at that time. The symbol-corresponding winning operation flag data table is provided corresponding to the symbol combination table (see FIG. 14).

  For example, when the symbol "Don" is stopped and displayed on the winning determination line of the left reel 3L, display is possible in the storage areas 1 to 29 corresponding to the symbol code "00000001" (Don) in the reel type "left". "1" is stored in the bit corresponding to the internal winning combination. The data defined in the symbol-corresponding winning operation flag data table is ANDed with data stored in a symbol code storage area (see FIG. 30) described later and stored.

<Configuration of Storage Area Provided in Main RAM>
Next, configurations of various storage areas provided in the main RAM 53 will be described with reference to FIGS. Although not described here (not shown), the main RAM 53 is also provided with storage areas such as various control data, various flags, and various counters used in the various reel effects described above.

[Display combination storage area]
First, the configuration of the display combination storing area will be described with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, the display combination storage area is configured by display combination storage areas 1 to 29 each represented by 1-byte data.

  In each of the display combination storing areas 1 to 29, when "1" is set in the predetermined bit (when stored), the combination of symbols corresponding to the predetermined bit is displayed on the effective line Indicates On the other hand, when all the bits are “0”, it indicates that the combination of symbols relating to winning is not displayed on the effective line.

[Playing state flag storage area]
Next, the configuration of the gaming state flag storage area will be described with reference to FIG. The gaming state flag storage area is configured of gaming state flag storage areas 1 and 2 represented by 1-byte data. In the present embodiment, in the gaming state flag, a unique bonus type or RT type is assigned to each bit of the gaming state flag storage area 1-2.

[Operation stop button storage area]
Next, the configuration of the operation stop button storage area will be described with reference to FIG. The operation stop button storage area stores an operation stop button flag consisting of one byte. In the operation stop button flag, the operation state of the stop button is assigned to each bit.

[Pressing order storage area]
Next, the configuration of the pressing order storage area will be described with reference to FIG. The pressing order storage area stores a pressing order flag consisting of one byte. In the pressing order flag, the type of pressing order of the stop button is assigned to each bit. For example, when the pressing order of the stop button is “left middle right”, “1” is stored in bit 0 of the pressing order storage area.

[Symbol code storage area]
Next, the configuration of the symbol code storage area will be described with reference to FIG. The symbol code storage area stores the symbol code (symbol code storage area 1) of the symbol of the reel most recently stopped and operated and the displayable combinations (symbol code storage areas 2 to 29) for each valid line. Ru. In addition, after all the reels stop, the symbol code corresponding to the display combination is stored in the symbol code storage areas 2 to 29.

  In the present embodiment, when the stop control position is determined, the prize operation flag data corresponding to the symbol (code) of the stop control position is read out from the symbol corresponding prize operation flag data table (see FIG. 25), and the prize operation flag AND the data with the data already stored in the symbol code storage area. Then, the data obtained by the logical multiplication is stored in the symbol code storage area shown in FIG. When a plurality of valid lines are provided, symbol code storage areas equal in number to the number of valid lines are provided.

<Transition flow of gaming state>
Next, with reference to FIG. 31, the transition flow of the gaming state between “RT0 gaming state” to “RT3 gaming state” and “BB gaming state” controlled by the main CPU 51 will be described.

  As described above, in the pachislot machine 1 of the present embodiment, four types of gaming states of “RT0 gaming state” to “RT3 gaming state” are provided as the RT gaming state. Then, the main control circuit 41 (main CPU 51) refers to the RT transition table (see FIG. 16) and as shown in FIG. 31, between “RT0 gaming state” to “RT3 gaming state” and “BB gaming state” Control the transition of

[Correspondence table of internal winning combination and stop order]
Next, the correspondence between the internal winning combination and the stop order will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 32 is a correspondence table of the internal winning combinations and the stop order, showing the types of display combinations according to the stop order.

  “RT0 transition lip” described in FIG. 32 indicates a display combination (“C_RT0 lip 1 to 10”) in which transition to the RT0 gaming state (general gaming state) is determined. And "RT2 transition lip" indicates a display combination ("C_RT2 lip 1 to 12") by which transition to the RT2 gaming state (ART state) is determined. In addition, “normally rep” indicates a display combination related to re-playing regardless of the transitions of the RT0 gaming state and the RT2 gaming state.

[Correspondence table of internal winning combination and stop order and RT transition]
Next, with reference to FIG. 33, the correspondence between the internal winning combination, the stop order, and the RT transition will be described. FIG. 33 is a correspondence table of internal winning combinations, stop orders, and RT transitions, showing the transition destination of the RT gaming state according to the stop order.

  For example, when the small part / replay data pointer is "2", the symbol combination relating to "ordinary rip" is stopped on the condition that the stop order is "left middle right" or "right and left middle". Be done. As a result, the combination of symbols relating to "RT0 transition lip" is not displayed in a stopped state, and the transition to the RT0 gaming state is avoided. Further, when the small winning combination / replay data pointer is "5", the combination of symbols related to "RT2 transition ripple" is stopped and displayed on condition that the stop order is "middle left and right". As a result, the RT gaming state shifts to the RT2 gaming state.

<Description of sub gaming state>
Next, with reference to FIG. 34, the sub gaming state will be described. In the present embodiment, various gaming states related to the effects controlled by the sub control circuit 42 (sub CPU 81) are referred to as "sub gaming states". In this embodiment, a general state, a chance zone (CZ), D_ART, B_ART, G_ART (G zone), R_ART (rocket zone), and a viking rush (VR) are set as the sub gaming state.

  The general state and the chance zone are sub game states in which the ART does not operate. On the other hand, D_ART, B_ART, G_ART, R_ART and the buffeting rush are sub-playing states in which ART operates.

<Structure of data table stored in sub ROM>
Next, the configuration of various data tables stored in the sub ROM 82 will be described.

[Special lottery table]
First, the special lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. The special lottery table defines a post-modification / replay data pointer which is changed according to the data pointer and the game lock flag.

[Lottery flag lottery table]
Next, a part of the lottery flag lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. The lottery flag lottery table defines the value of the lottery flag according to the bonus data pointer, the small winning combination / replay data pointer, and the game lock flag.

  In the present embodiment, the lottery flag A-1, A-2, A-3, the lottery flag B-1, B-2, B-3, the lottery flag D, the lottery flag G, the lottery flag H, the lottery flag I -1, I-2, a lottery flag J and a lottery flag K are determined.

  FIG. 36 shows a lottery flag A-1 lottery table. The lottery flag A-1 lottery table defines the value of the lottery flag A-1 in accordance with the data pointer and the game lock flag. For example, when the data pointer for small part and replay is "0" or "18", "0" is selected as the lottery flag A-1 regardless of the value of the bonus data pointer and the game lock flag. It is determined. In addition, about the lottery table of another lottery flag, it abbreviate | omits.

[ART lottery table]
Next, a part of the ART lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. The ART lottery table is referred to when performing ART lottery during non-ART and during non-bonus. This ART lottery table indicates the correspondence between the lottery result values (“0” to “7”) corresponding to the winning contents of ART and the lottery value set according to the lottery flag A-1.

  In ART lottery using the ART lottery table, first, random number values extracted from a predetermined numerical range (0 to 32767 in this embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) are defined for each value of the lottery result. Subtract sequentially with the lottery value. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  FIG. 37 shows an ART lottery table (part 1). The ART lottery table (1) is referred to when the sub game state is "general state" and "setting 1" and "between non flags".

[General and CZ ART stock area allocation lottery table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 38, a part of the general and CZ medium ART stock area allocation lottery table will be described. General and CZ ART stock area allocation lottery tables are referred to when “D_ART” or “B_ART” is won in ART lottery during non-ART and non-bonus, and the stock area to store the information is determined. Be done.

  The general and CZ ART stock region sorting / lottery table has a correspondence relationship between the value (“0” or “1”) of the lottery result corresponding to the ART stock region and the lottery value set according to the lottery flag A-1 Indicates

[Table number determination table at the time of stock during general and CZ]
Next, with reference to FIG. 39, the table number determination table at the time of stock during general and CZ will be described. The table number determination table at the time of stocking in general and CZ determines the table number which is a part of winning information when “D_ART” or “B_ART” is won in ART lottery during non-ART and non-bonus. It is referred to in the case.

  The table number determination table at the time of stock during general and CZ defines the values (“0” to “5”) of the first lottery table type and the table numbers set according to the lottery flag A-1. As shown in FIG. 39, when referring to the table number determination table at the time of stock during general and CZ, "0" is always determined as the table number.

  Detailed descriptions of other ART lottery tables and table number determination tables will be omitted. In addition, ART stock area distribution lottery table during ART, ART stock non-consumption lottery table, stock content judgment table of ART lottery result, VR touch table for billy touch correct / incorrect answer when VR lock, VR billy touch lottery table, VR during revolution The description of the tables such as the lottery table, ART precursor game number lottery table, and ART middle precursor game number lottery table will also be omitted.

[Title lottery table for development effect 1]
Next, the title lottery table for development effect 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The title lottery table for the development effect 1 is referred to when the “title” of the development effect 1 is determined.

  The development effect 1 of this embodiment is a game in which the “title” of the development effect 1 is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 (hereinafter referred to as “title display game”), and at least one game thereafter, up to 6 times. It is an effect to be performed continuously throughout the game. In the present embodiment, the number of games continued after the “title display game” is referred to as “the number of continuing games”.

  That is, when "development effect 1" is the shortest, "the number of continuing games" is "1". In this case, the “promotional effect 1” is executed over two games in which the “title display game” and the “number of continuing games” are combined.

  The title lottery table for development effect 1 indicates the correspondence between the values (“1” to “6”) of “title No.” corresponding to the title and the lottery values set according to various states. Note that (Normal), (Luxury) and (Luxury Fireworks Pattern) in the title lottery table for the development effect 1 indicate the display mode (color or pattern) of the title "Bocco" or "Gorum".

  In the title lottery that refers to the title lottery table for the development effect 1, first, random number values extracted from a predetermined numerical range (0 to 32767 in the present embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) are extracted as the lottery result values. Subtract sequentially with the lottery value defined for each. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  "F" of "CZ precursor _F_4G" in the title lottery table for development effect 1 is a meaning of fake. Therefore, in the case of "CZ precursor _F_4G", it is a CZ precursor game in which CZ is not started after completion and the number of CZ precursor games is "4". “CZ precursor 4 G or more” is a CZ precursor game in which CZ is started after completion and the number of CZ precursor games is “4” or more.

  For example, if the status in the case of performing title lottery with reference to the title lottery table for development effect 1 is “CZ precursor _F_4G”, “1 (Bocco (normal))” is 28963 as “Title No.” It is determined with a probability of 32768. Further, in the case of “CZ precursor 4 G or more”, “1 (Bocco (normal))” is determined as the “title No.” with a probability of 27939/32768.

[Development effect determination table for development effect 1]
Next, with reference to FIG. 41, the development number 1 effect number determination table will be described. The effect number determination table for development effect 1 is referred to when the "effect number for development effect 1" is determined based on the "scenario No." determined by the lottery. The effect number determination table for development effect 1 is based on the value (“1” to “93”) of “scenario No.” corresponding to the scenario content and the number of continued games (“1” to “6”). "Development production 1 production number" is defined.

  FIG. 41 shows an effect number determination table for development effect 1 (part 1). The development number determination table (No. 1) for the development effect 1 is referred to when the title for the development effect 1 is "Bocco", and corresponds to "1" to "44" of the "scenario No." It defines the effect number for 1).

  The display of the development number 1 effect number determination table (part 2) is omitted. The development number determination table (No. 2) for the development effect 1 is referred to when the title for the development effect 1 is "Bocco", and "the development effect corresponding to" 45 "to" 93 "of the" scenario No. " "1. For the effect number" is defined.

[Development production 1 production decision table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 42, the effect determination table for the development effect 1 will be described. The effect determination table for development effect 1 defines the correspondence between “effect number for development effect 1”, “effect name” and “content of effect”. That is, when the "development number for 1 for development effect" is determined, the "effect name" and the "content of effect" are uniquely acquired.

  For example, when "9" is determined as "effect number for development effect 1", "Bocco-weak-win" is determined as "effect name", and "lever ON: confrontation-Bocco," as "effect content" 1 on: weak avoidance-Bocko, 3 on: closing Bocko, 3 off: winning-Bocko, next BET: to the WIN screen "is determined.

[Scenario rewrite lottery table]
Next, a part of the scenario rewrite / lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. The scenario rewrite lottery table defines the correspondence between the “scenario No.” and the lottery value set according to the “rewrite destination”.

  In the present embodiment, in the development effect 1, first, “title” and “scenario No.” are determined. Then, when the start lever 16 is operated to start the game in which the development effect 1 is executed, a scenario rewrite lottery is performed in which the determined "scenario No." is rewritten according to the sub game state or the like.

  In the scenario rewrite lottery that refers to the scenario rewrite lottery table, first, random number values extracted from a predetermined numerical value range (0 to 32767 in the present embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) are selected for each value of the lottery result. Subtract sequentially with the specified lottery value. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  FIG. 43 shows a scenario rewrite / lottery table (part 1). The scenario rewriting / lottery table (1) is referred to when the continued game of “development effect 1” is “1G (game) eye” and the sub gaming state is “general state” and “others”. Here, the "other" case is a case where none of the scenario rewrite / lottery tables described later is selected.

  As shown in FIG. 43, if the continuation game of “Development effect 1” is “1 G eyes” and the sub gaming state is “general state” and “others”, rewrite “Scenario No.” Not performed. That is, the "development effect 1" according to the "scenario No." determined before the operation of the start lever 16 is executed.

[Map lottery table for development effect 2]
Next, with reference to FIG. 44, a part of the map selection table for development effect 2 will be described. The map selection table for development effect 2 is referred to when the "map No." related to "development effect 2" is determined. The map lottery table for development effect 2 includes the value (“1” to “60”) of “map No.” corresponding to “map content” and the lottery value set according to various precursor states and the like. Indicates the correspondence.

  In the map lottery that refers to the map for the development effect 2 map, first, random number values extracted from a range of predetermined numerical values (0 to 32767 in this embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) Subtract sequentially with the lottery value defined for each. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  FIG. 44 shows a map lottery table for development effect 2 (part 1). The map lottery table for development effect 2 (1) and the map lottery table for development effect 2 (2) (not shown) are referred to when the "title" of the development effect 2 is "Golm (normal)" .

  For example, if the state when performing map lottery with reference to the map lottery table for development effect 2 is "CZ precursor _F_4G", "3 (weak 3G (total 3G))" as map No. Is determined with a probability of 9993/32768. Further, in the case of “CZ precursor 4 G or more”, “3 (weak 3 G (total 3 G))” is determined as the “map No.” with a probability of 9737/32768.

[Production lottery table number determination table]
Next, the effect lottery table number determination table will be described with reference to FIG. The effect lottery table number determination table is referred to in the case of determining the "effect lottery table number" based on the "map No." determined by the lottery. According to the effect lottery table number determination table, the value of “map No.” (“1” to “60”) corresponding to map contents and the number of continued games (“1” to “7”) Define a lottery table number.

  The effect / lottery table number determination table shown in FIG. 45 is referred to when the “title” of the development effect 2 is “Golm”. As shown in FIG. 45, for example, when the “map No.” is “1” and the number of continuing games is “1”, “1” is determined as the “effect lottery table number”. Further, when the “map No.” is “7” and the number of continuing games is “3”, “2” is determined as the “effect lottery table number”.

[Production lottery table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 46, a part of the effect lottery table will be described. The effect lottery table is referred to when performing the effect lottery for determining the development number for the development effect 2. The effect / lottery table indicates the correspondence between the value of “effect number for development effect 2” corresponding to the content of the effect, and the lottery value set according to the status of various precursors.

  In the effect lottery that refers to the effect lottery table, first, random value values extracted from a predetermined numerical range (0 to 32767 in this embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) are defined for each value of the lottery result. Subtract sequentially with the lottery value. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  FIG. 46 shows the effect lottery table for table number 1 (part 1). For example, when various precursor states etc. are "CZ precursor 4G" (see FIG. 46), "13 (VS Golm-Gorm small attack-lost)" is "4096/32768" as the "Development effect 2 purpose number". Win with the probability of

[Map rewrite lottery table]
Next, with reference to FIG. 47, a part of the map rewrite / lottery table will be described. The map rewriting / lottery table defines the correspondence between “map No.” and lottery values set according to “rewriting destination”.

  In the present embodiment, in the development effect 2, first, a "title" and a "map No." are determined. Then, in order to start the game in the development effect 2, when the start lever 16 is operated, a map rewrite lottery is performed in which the determined "map No." is rewritten according to various precursor states and the like.

  In the map rewriting lottery referring to the map rewriting lottery table, first, random number values extracted from a predetermined numerical value range (0 to 32767 in the present embodiment, random number denominator = 32768) for each value of the lottery result Subtract sequentially with the specified lottery value. Next, it is determined whether the result of subtraction has become negative (whether so-called “worried” has occurred). And, when the subtraction result becomes negative ("a digit" occurs), the lottery result at that time is won.

  FIG. 47 shows the map rewrite / lottery table (part 1). The map renewal / lottery table (part 1) is referred to when the continuation game of "development effect 2" is "1G (game) eyes" and the sub gaming state is "general state" and "other". Here, the case of "others" is the case where none of the map replacement lottery tables described later is selected.

  As shown in FIG. 47, when the continuation game of "Development effect 2" is "1 G", the sub gaming state is "general state", and "others", rewriting of "map No." Not performed. That is, "development effect 2" according to the "map No." determined before the operation of the start lever 16 is executed.

[Effect Rewriting Condition Table]
Next, the effect rewriting condition table will be described with reference to FIG. In the effect rewriting condition table, the end of the development effect set in accordance with the "effect number for development effect 1" and "the effect number for development effect 2", and the value ("0" to "4") of the lottery flag K Stipulate in the correspondence relationship of

  The “o” mark in the effect rewriting condition table is “development effect 1” for which the corresponding “Development effect 1 for effect number” has been determined or “Evolution effect 2 for which the“ development effect 2 for effect number ”has been determined. Indicates the end.

  The effects corresponding to "18" in "Development production 1 for production number" and "54", "55" and "25" for "Development production 2 for production number" return the main character "Don-chan" It is a production. Then, in the game before “Don-chan” revives, the result of the battle (win and lose) is derived (displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11) once.

  That is, in order to make the battle (development effect) end in the game before "Don-chan" revives, the development effect is produced contrary to the originally determined "scenario No." and "map No." The player does not feel a sense of discomfort even though This is because it is not possible for the player to determine whether it is a development rendition without a resurrection from the beginning or a development rendition which was scheduled to be revived but ended forcibly.

  In the effect corresponding to "54" of the "Development effect 2 for production number," "Don-chan" is revived, but a display to notify of losing (failure) is performed. That is, the effect corresponding to “54” of “the effect number for development effect 2” is merely an effect to be additionally performed to give a feeling of expectation, and is not necessarily required.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, for example, if there is no problem even if forced termination of the developmental effect (continuous effect) is performed, for example, a rare character with a high expectation of winning "ART" or "bonus" wins. Then, the development rendition (continuous rendition) which was scheduled to be executed is canceled. Then, the effect when the development effect is not performed is determined by lottery and executed.

  In addition, when there is no problem even if forced termination of the development effect (continuous effect) occurs, the normal effect will be executed when a reel action or freeze (game lock) or the like occurs that does not match the time to be executed. Cancel the planned developmental rendition (continuous rendition). Then, the effect when the development effect is not performed is determined by lottery and executed.

  The effects corresponding to "18" of "Development production 1 for production number" and "55" and "25" for "Development production 2 for production number", "Don-chan" is revived and the success (success) is notified Make a display. Then, the display notifying the winning (success) announces the winning of "ART" (may be winning of a bonus).

  Therefore, temporarily, if the developmental rendition (continuous rendition) is forcibly ended, the winning of "ART" will not be notified, so the stage of starting "ART" after the notification of winning of "ART" I can not step on it. As a result, there is a possibility that the game characteristic may become unclear, or the effect giving a feeling of expectation may not make sense.

  Thus, the effects corresponding to "18" of "effect number for development effect 1" and "55" and "25" for "effect number for development effect 2" are "54 for" effect number for development effect 2 ". It is not preferable to force termination, unlike the effect corresponding to However, when freeze (game lock) occurs, the winning of "ART" is determined. And the freeze itself corresponds to the notification of winning of "ART".

  Therefore, the development effect (continuous effect) is forcibly ended only when the freeze occurs (that is, when the winning of "ART" is determined and the player can recognize that effect). And the effect based on "freeze" is determined by lottery and executed.

<Configuration of Storage Area Provided in Sub RAM>
[Sub storage area]
Next, with reference to FIG. 49, the configuration of the sub storage area provided in sub RAM 83 will be described. Although not described here (not shown), various data such as a storage area for registering the above-mentioned effect contents and effect numbers, and an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 41 (see FIG. 11) Storage area for storing

  The sub storage area includes “ART stock area A”, “ART stock area B”, “G_ART stock area”, “rocket flag storage area”, and the like. Note that “ART stock area A” indicates one specific example of the notification storage area according to the present invention, and “ART stock area B” indicates one specific example of the non-notification storage area according to the present invention.

  In the "ART stock area A", winning information of "D_ART" or "B_ART" scheduled to display (informing) the winning is stored. In this "ART stock area A", 256 pieces of winning information can be stored. Further, in the "ART stock area B", winning information of "D_ART" or "B_ART" scheduled to hide (not notifying) winning is stored. In this "ART stock area B", 256 pieces of winning information can be stored.

  The winning information of “ART” stored in “ART stock area A” or “ART stock area B” is identification data (“0” to “2”) of “ART” and identification data of table number of stock trigger ("0" to "9") are included. When the winning "ART" is "B_ART", the identification data of "ART" becomes "1", and when the winning "ART" is "D_ART", the identification data of "ART" is "2" Become. The table numbers of stock triggers are determined with reference to the various table number determination tables (FIG. 39) and the like described above.

  In the present embodiment, execution is preferentially performed from “ART” corresponding to winning information on “ART” stored in “ART stock area A”. Then, when all "ART" corresponding to winning information of "ART" stored in "ART stock area A" is executed, it corresponds to winning information of "ART" stored in "ART stock area B" The "ART" is executed in the order of storage.

  That is, in the present embodiment, “ART” notified of winning is preferentially executed, and then “ART” not notified of winning is executed. As a result, it is possible to make it impossible to easily estimate the timing or opportunity at which the winning of "ART", which has not been notified that the winning has been made, has been determined.

  In addition, after "ART" notified of winning is all executed, the player has an expectation that "ART" will be executed next each time "ART" ends. Can enhance the interest of the game.

[Correspondence table between table number and various status]
Next, the correspondence between table numbers and various states will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 50 shows a correspondence table between table numbers and various states.

  For example, when the value of “table number” is “0”, “general state” or “CZ (chance zone)” is indicated. Therefore, when "0" is stored as the value of "table number" in various ART stock areas, it means that "ART" is won in "general state" or "CZ (chance zone)".

[Correspondence table between loop mode data and loop mode]
Next, the correspondence between the loop mode data and the loop mode will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 51 is a correspondence table of loop mode data and loop mode, showing various loop modes corresponding to the loop mode data.

  For example, when the value of “loop mode data” is “1”, “loop mode 1” is set. If “loop mode 1” is set in “D_ART”, 33% of continuous stock lottery results will be held every game until the game (game) pertaining to one set of “D_ART” is consumed. Win continual stock with probability.

<Description of operation of main control circuit>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 52 to 60, the contents of various processing executed by the main CPU 51 of the main control circuit 41 using a program will be described.

[Main operation processing of pachislot by control of main CPU]
First, the procedure of the main operation processing of the pachislot 1 performed by the control of the main CPU 51 will be described with reference to a main flowchart (hereinafter referred to as the main flow) shown in FIG.

  First, when the pachi slot 1 is powered on, the main CPU 51 performs initialization processing at power on (S1). In this initialization process, it is determined whether the backup has been performed normally, whether the setting has been properly changed, etc., and initialization corresponding to the determination result is performed.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs an initialization process at the end of one game (S2). In this initialization process, data in the designated storage area in the main RAM 53 is cleared. Here, the designated storage area is, for example, a storage area in which data needs to be erased for each game, such as an internal winning combination storing area and a display combination storing area.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs medal acceptance / start check processing (S3). In this process, a check of the input of the medal sensor 35S and the start switch 16S is performed. The details of the medal acceptance / start check process will be described later with reference to FIG. 53 described later.

  Next, the main CPU 51 extracts random number values (0 to 65535), and stores the extracted random number values in a random number value storage area (not shown) provided in the main RAM 53 (S4). Next, the main CPU 51 extracts the effect random number for use in controlling the reel effect and lock in the “continuous lock state”, and the extracted effect random number is provided in the main RAM 53 for the effect random number storage area (not (Shown) (S5). In the present embodiment, the effect random number is extracted from the range of 0 to 32767.

  Then, when the extracted various random number values are stored in a predetermined random number value storage area, the main CPU 51 performs internal lottery processing (S6). In this process, the internal winning combination is determined by lottery based on the random number value extracted in S4. The details of the internal lottery process will be described later with reference to FIG. 54 described later. Here, the main CPU 51 performs game lock lottery processing to determine a game lock flag, sets a reel effect pattern according to the game lock flag, and locks the start of reel rotation for a predetermined period.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs reel stop initialization processing (S8). The details of the reel stop initial setting process will be described later with reference to FIG. 56 described later.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs start command transmission processing (S9). Specifically, the main CPU 51 transmits a start command to the sub control circuit 42. The start command is configured to include a parameter specifying an internal winning combination and the like.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs a game start lock process (S10). In this process, the reel effect and lock at the time of game start corresponding to the type of reel effect and lock performed in the "continuous lock state" determined in the process of S8 are mainly performed.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs wait processing (S11). In this process, when the predetermined time (for example, 4.1 seconds) has not elapsed from the start of the previous game, the main CPU 51 digests the waiting time until the predetermined time elapses.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs reel rotation start processing (S12). In this process, the main CPU 51 requests the start of rotation of all the reels. Then, when the start of rotation of all the reels is requested, the drive of the three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R is controlled by an interrupt process (see FIG. 61) described later which is executed in a fixed cycle (1.1172 msec). The rotation of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R is started. At this time, each reel is controlled to accelerate until its rotational speed reaches a constant speed, and thereafter, it is controlled to maintain the constant speed.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs a pull-in priority storage process, but the description is omitted here. In this process, the main CPU 51 acquires the draw-in priority order data, stores it in the draw-in priority order data storage area, and performs symbol code storage processing.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs reel stop control processing (S14). In this process, the rotation of the corresponding reel is stopped based on the timing when the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C and the right stop button 17R are pressed and the internal winning combination. The details of the reel stop control process will be described later with reference to FIG. 57 described later.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs a winning search process (S15). In this process, the main CPU 51 stores data of the symbol code storage area (symbol code storage area 2 and thereafter in FIG. 30) in the display combination storage area (see FIG. 28). Further, in this process, after the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R are all stopped, the symbol combination table displayed on the activated line (winning determination line) is compared with the symbol combination table (see FIG. 14) . Then, the main CPU 51 may determine whether or not the display combination is displayed on the activated line, and may store the determination result in the display combination storage area.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs medal payout processing (S16). In this process, driving of the hopper 33 and updating of the number of credits are performed based on the number of payouts of the display combination determined in S15, and payout of medals is performed. At this time, in the present embodiment, as shown in the symbol combination table (see FIG. 14), the number of medals inserted is one or three, and the number of medals paid out varies depending on the display combination, but the maximum payout The number of sheets (upper limit of payout) is 15.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs RT control processing (S17). In this process, the main CPU 51 manages the RT gaming state.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs effect control processing at the end of the game (S18). In this process, the output of the big hit signal is controlled in accordance with a predetermined condition.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs payout end command transmission processing (S19). Specifically, the main CPU 51 transmits a payout end command to the sub control circuit 42.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs bonus end check processing (S20). In this process, the main CPU 51 refers to various counters for managing an end timing of the bonus game, and checks whether or not the operation of the bonus game is ended.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs bonus operation check processing (S21). In this process, the main CPU 51 checks whether or not to start the operation of the bonus game, and whether or not to play again. The details of the bonus operation check process will be described later with reference to FIG. 59 described later. When the bonus operation check process is completed, the main CPU 51 returns the process to S2, and repeats the processes after S2.

[Medal acceptance and start check processing]
Next, with reference to FIG. 53, the medal reception / start check process performed in S3 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 determines whether there is an automatic input request (S31). The presence or absence of the automatic insertion request is performed by determining whether the automatic insertion counter is "0". That is, the main CPU 51 determines that there is no automatic insertion request when the automatic insertion counter is “0”, and determines that there is an automatic insertion request when the automatic insertion counter is “1” or more.

  The automatic insertion counter is data for identifying whether or not a display combination relating to replay is established in the previous unit game. When the display combination relating to the re-game is established, medals for the number inserted in the previous unit game are automatically inserted into the automatic insertion counter.

  In S31, when the main CPU 51 determines that there is an automatic input request (when the determination in S31 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs an automatic input process (S32). In this process, the value of the automatic insertion counter is copied to the insertion number counter, and then the value of the automatic insertion counter is cleared. Thereafter, the main CPU 51 performs the process of S39 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that there is no request for automatic insertion in S31 (when the determination in S31 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs medal acceptance permission (S33). In this process, the solenoid of the selector 35 (see FIG. 10) is driven, and the medal inserted from the medal insertion slot 13 is accepted. The accepted medals are counted and then guided to the hopper 33.

  Next, the main CPU 51 sets the maximum value of the number of inserted sheets according to the gaming state (S34). Specifically, in the BB3 (RB3) gaming state, the maximum number of inserted sheets is set to "1", and in the other gaming states (BB1, BB2 gaming state and general gaming state), the maximum number of inserted sheets is "3". Set to ".

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not medal acceptance is permitted (S35). When the main CPU 51 determines that the medal acceptance is not permitted in S35 (when the determination in S35 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S39 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S35 that the medal acceptance is permitted (when the determination in S35 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs medal insertion check processing (S36). In this process, the main CPU 51 determines whether a medal has been inserted, and adds “1” to the inserted number counter when the medal is inserted.

  Next, the main CPU 51 transmits a medal insertion command to the sub control circuit 42 (S37). The medal insertion command is configured to include parameters for specifying the number of inserted cards and the like.

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether the inserted number is the game startable number (S38). In S38, when the main CPU 51 determines that the number of inserted cards is not the game startable number (when the determination in S38 is NO), the main CPU 51 returns the process to S35 and repeats the processes in and after S35. On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S38 that the inserted number is the game startable number (when the determination in S38 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S39 described later. In the present embodiment, the game startable number in the BB3 (RB3) gaming state is "1", and the game startable number in the other gaming states (BB1, BB2 gaming state and general gaming state) is "3". (See FIG. 17).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether the start switch is on (S39). When the main CPU 51 determines in S39 that the start switch is not on (when the determination in S39 is NO), the main CPU 51 returns the process to S35 and repeats the processes in and after S35.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S39 that the start switch is on (when the determination in S39 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs a medal acceptance prohibition process (S40). By this processing, the solenoid of the selector 35 (see FIG. 10) is not driven, and the inserted medal is discharged from the medal payout opening 18. When this process ends, the main CPU 51 ends the medal acceptance / start check process, and shifts the process to S4 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

[Internal lottery process]
Next, with reference to FIG. 54, the internal lottery process performed in S6 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described. In the present embodiment, an internal lottery process using various internal lottery tables described below is executed by the main control circuit 41. That is, in the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 doubles as means for executing the internal lottery process (internal winning combination determination means).

  First, the main CPU 51 sets an internal lottery table according to the gaming state (S41). That is, the main CPU 51 grasps the current gaming state with reference to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 27), and the type and number of times of the internal lottery table based on the internal lottery table determination table (see FIG. 17). decide. The lottery number indicates the number of times the subtraction of the lottery value and the determination as to whether or not the digit has occurred for each winning number defined by the internal lottery table.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs lottery value change processing (S42). In this process, the lottery value of the winning number relating to the re-game is changed according to the gaming state. The details of the lottery value changing process will be described later with reference to FIG. 55 described later.

  Next, the main CPU 51 acquires the random number value stored in the random number value storage area (S43). Then, the main CPU 51 sets “1” as an initial value of the winning number.

  Next, the main CPU 51 acquires a lottery value corresponding to the winning number with reference to the internal lottery table, and subtracts the lottery value from the random value (S44).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the calculation result in S44 is less than 0 (negative value) (S45).

  When the main CPU 51 determines in S45 that the calculation result is not less than 0 (when the determination in S45 is NO), the main CPU 51 updates the random number value and the winning number (S46). Specifically, the value of the operation result is a random number, and the winning number is incremented by one.

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not all the winning numbers have been checked (S47). When it is determined in S47 that the main CPU 51 has not checked all the winning numbers (if S47 is NO), the main CPU 51 returns the process to S44 and repeats the processes in and after S44.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S47 that the main CPU 51 has checked all the winning numbers (if YES in S47), the main CPU 51 sets "0" as a data pointer (S48). That is, the main CPU 51 sets “0” as the small winning combination / replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer.

  Here, returning to the description of the process of S45 again, when the main CPU 51 determines that the calculation result is less than 0 (negative value) in S45 (in the case of YES determination in S45), the main CPU 51 determines that the current In accordance with the winning number, the small winning combination / replay data pointer and the bonus data pointer are acquired (S49).

  Then, after the processing of S48 or S49, the main CPU 51 refers to the internal winning combination determination table for small winning combination / replay (refer to FIG. 20), and acquires the internal winning combination based on the data pointer for small winning combination / replay (S50). ).

  Next, the main CPU 51 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the internal winning combination storage area (S51).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether the data stored in the carryover combination storage area is “00000000” (S52). In S52, when the main CPU 51 determines that the data stored in the carryover combination storage area is not "00000000" (when the determination in S52 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S57 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S52 that the data stored in the carryover combination storage area is "00000000" (when the determination in S52 is YES), the main CPU 51 determines the bonus internal winning combination determination table ( With reference to FIG. 19), an internal winning combination is obtained based on the bonus data pointer (S53).

  Next, the main CPU 51 stores the acquired internal winning combination in the carryover combination storage area (S54).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether any one of bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area 1 is "1" (S55). When the main CPU 51 determines in S55 that any one of bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area 1 is not "1" (when the determination in S55 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S57 described later. .

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that one of bits 0 to 2 of the carryover combination storage area 1 is "1" in S55 (when the determination in S55 is YES), the main CPU 51 determines the RT3 gaming state flag. The game state flag storage area is set and updated (S56). Specifically, "1" is stored (set) in bit 3 of the game state flag storage area 2 (see FIG. 27).

  Next, the main CPU 51 updates the internal winning combination storing area based on the internal winning combination stored in the carryover combination storing area (S57). Thereafter, the main CPU 51 ends the internal lottery process, and shifts the process to S7 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

[Lottery value change process]
Next, with reference to FIG. 55, the lottery value changing process performed in S42 in the flowchart of the internal lottery process (see FIG. 54) will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the RT gaming state flag is on with reference to the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 27) (S61). Specifically, the main CPU 51 determines whether “1” is set in any of bits 0 to 3 in the gaming state flag storage area 2 (see FIG. 27). Then, in S61, when the main CPU 51 determines that the RT gaming state flag is not on (S61 is NO), the main CPU 51 ends the lottery value change processing, and the processing is an internal lottery processing (see FIG. 54). Move to S43 of).

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that the RT gaming state flag is on in S61 (when the determination in S61 is YES), the main CPU 51 selects an internal lottery table for RT corresponding to the RT gaming state being on. The lottery value of the winning numbers ("33" to "41") related to the re-game of the internal gaming table (not shown) for the general gaming state is changed with reference to (S62). Thereafter, the main CPU 51 ends the lottery value change processing, and shifts the processing to S43 of the internal lottery processing (see FIG. 54).

[Reel stop initialization process]
Next, with reference to FIG. 56, the reel stop initial setting process performed in S8 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 acquires the number for rotating and stopping based on the internal winning combination obtained in the internal lottery process of S6 in FIG. 52 with reference to the number selection table for rotating and stopping (refer to FIG. 22). (S101).

  Next, the main CPU 51 refers to the reel stop initialization setting table (see FIG. 23) and acquires various information corresponding to the rotation stop number based on the acquired rotation stop number (S102). Specifically, the main CPU 51 corresponds to the acquired number for stopping rotation, the drawing priority order table selection table number, the drawing priority order table number, the order pressing table selection data, the order pressing table change data, the order pressing The time table change initial data and the irregular press time table selection data are acquired.

  Next, the main CPU 51 stores the rotating identifier “0FFH (11111111B)” in the entire symbol code storage area (see FIG. 30) (S103).

  Next, the main CPU 51 stores "3" in the stop button non-operation counter provided in the main RAM 53 (S104). After that, the main CPU 51 ends the reel stop initialization setting processing, and shifts the processing to S9 of the main flow (see FIG. 52). The stop button non-operation counter is a counter for managing the number of stop buttons for which a stop operation has not been detected.

[Reel stop control processing]
Next, with reference to FIG. 57, the reel stop control process performed in S13 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described. In the present embodiment, the reel stop control process described below is executed by the main control circuit 41. That is, in the present embodiment, the main control circuit 41 doubles as means (stop control means) for executing the reel stop control process.

  First, the main CPU 51 determines whether a valid stop button has been pressed (S161). In S161, when the main CPU 51 determines that the effective stop button is not pressed (S161 is NO determination), the main CPU 51 repeats the process of S161 and the pressing operation of the effective stop button is executed. Wait up to.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S161 that the valid stop button has been pressed (when the determination in S161 is YES), the main CPU 51 stores the pressing order storage area (see FIG. 29) and the operation stop button storage area (FIG. 28) is updated (S162). Next, the main CPU 51 subtracts one from the stop button non-operation counter (S163).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines a search target reel from the operation stop button (S164). Then, the main CPU 51 stores the stop start position in the main RAM 53 based on the symbol counter (S165).

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs sliding symbol number determination processing (S166). Next, the main CPU 51 transmits a reel stop command to the sub control circuit 42 (S167). The reel stop command transmitted in this process includes information such as the type of reel to be stopped, the number of sliding symbols, and the ON edge / OFF edge of the stop switch. The information on the ON edge / OFF edge of the stop switch may be monitored by an interrupt process described later, and the information may be transmitted to the sub control circuit 42.

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines a planned stop position based on the stop start position and the number of sliding symbols determined in S166, and stores the determined planned stop position in the main RAM 53 (S168). In this process, the main CPU 51 adds the number of sliding symbols to the stop start position, and sets the result as the planned stop position.

  Next, the main CPU 51 sets the planned stop position determined in S168 as a search symbol position (S169). Next, the main CPU 51 performs symbol code storage processing (S170). Thereafter, the main CPU 51 updates the symbol code storage area (see FIG. 30) using the acquired symbol code (S171).

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs control change processing (S172). Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether the pressed stop button has been released (S173). In S173, when the main CPU 51 determines that the pressed stop button is not released (when S173 is NO), the main CPU 51 repeats the process of S173 and waits until the pressed stop button is released. Do.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that the pressed stop button has been released in S173 (when the determination in S173 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs a reel stop command transmission process (S174). In this process, the main CPU 51 transmits a reel stop command to the sub control circuit 42. At this time, the data configuration of the reel stop command to be transmitted is the same as that of the reel stop command transmitted in S167. However, the information of ON edge / OFF edge included in the reel stop command transmitted in S174 is different from the information of ON edge / OFF edge included in the reel stop command transmitted in S167.

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether the stop button non-operation counter is “0” (S175). In S175, when the main CPU 51 determines that the inactivity counter is not “0” (when the determination in S175 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs a drawing priority storage process (S176). Thereafter, the main CPU 51 returns the process to S161, and repeats the processes after S161.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that the inactivity counter is "0" in S175 (when the determination in S175 is YES), the main CPU 51 ends the reel stop control processing, and the main flow processing (FIG. 52). Move to S14 of reference).

[RT control processing]
Next, RT control processing performed in S17 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, the RT control process described below is performed by the main control circuit 41.

  First, the main CPU 51 refers to the RT transition table (see FIG. 16) to check the transition condition of the RT gaming state which can be established in the RT gaming state of the transition source (current) (S281).

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether a transition condition of the RT gaming state is established (S282). When the main CPU 51 determines in S282 that the transition condition of the RT gaming state is not satisfied (when the determination in S282 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S284 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S282 that the transition condition of the RT gaming state is established (when the determination in S282 is YES), the main CPU 51 refers to the RT transition table (see FIG. 16) and transitions. Based on the conditions, the transition destination RT gaming state flag is set to a predetermined bit of the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 27), and the gaming state flag storage area is updated (S 283).

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs display command transmission processing (S284). Specifically, the main CPU 51 transmits a display command to the sub control circuit 42. The display command is configured to include parameters for specifying a display combination, the number of payouts, and the like. Then, after the processing of S284, the main CPU 51 ends the RT control processing, and shifts the processing to S18 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

[End of game effect control process]
Next, an end-of-game effect control process performed in S18 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described. Here, the main CPU 51 refers to the output condition table (see FIG. 24), outputs a big hit signal, sets the value of the output counter according to the gaming state, the contents of the game lock, etc., and outputs the big hit signal. , Etc., and sends a big hit signal etc. to the hall computer or the calling device 100 (see FIG. 11).

  In the present embodiment, for example, when “ART” is not won, for example, when the recommended stop operation has not been performed, the jackpot signal is immediately a hall computer or a calling device even if erroneously transitioning to the RT2 gaming state occurs. It can be prevented from being transmitted to 100 (see FIG. 11).

[Bonus end check processing]
Next, with reference to FIG. 59, the bonus end check process performed in S20 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 determines whether "BB" ("BB1" to "BB3") is in operation with reference to the game state flag storage area (see FIG. 27) (S321). When the main CPU 51 determines in S 321 that “BB” is not in operation (S 321 is NO determination), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process, and the process is performed in S 21 of the main flow (see FIG. 52). Transfer to

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that "BB" is in operation in S321 (if S321 is YES), the main CPU 51 determines whether the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0". (S322).

  In S322, when the main CPU 51 determines that the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0" (when the determination in S322 is YES), the main CPU 51 performs bonus end processing (S323). In this process, the main CPU 51 clears the bonus end number counter, and turns off the gaming state flag (BB gaming state flag) corresponding to "BB" in operation. If the value of the bonus end number counter is less than "0", it means that the payout of medals exceeds 263 (BB1), 60 (BB2) or 14 (BB3) during the BB gaming state. Do.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs bonus end command transmission processing (S324). In this process, the main CPU 51 transmits a bonus end command to the sub control circuit 42. The bonus end command includes information indicating that the bonus game has ended.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs initialization processing at the end of the bonus (S325). Then, after the processing of S325, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check processing, and shifts the processing to S21 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S322 that the value of the bonus end number counter is not less than "0" (when the determination in S322 is NO), the main CPU 51 determines each value of the number-of-winnings counter Update (S326). The value of the possible wins counter is decremented by "1" when the small winning combination (the combination with the payout of medals) is displayed, and the value of the possible plays counter is "1" in one game regardless of the stop symbol. It is subtracted.

  Next, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the value of the number-of-winnings counter or the value of the possible number-of-games counter is “0” (S327). In S327, when the main CPU 51 determines that the value of the number-of-winnings counter or the value of the possible number-of-games counter is not “0” (S327: NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process. Then, the process proceeds to S21 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S327 that the value of the number-of-winnings counter or the value of the possible number-of-games counter is “0” (YES in S327), the main CPU 51 processes at the end of RB (S328). Specifically, processing is performed such as turning off the gaming state flag (RB gaming state flag) corresponding to "RB", clearing the possible number-of-times counter and the possible number-of-games counter. Thereafter, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus end check process, and shifts the process to S21 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

[Bonus operation check process]
Next, with reference to FIG. 60, the bonus operation check process performed in S21 in the main flow (see FIG. 52) will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 determines whether "BB" ("BB1" to "BB3") is in operation (S331). In S331, when the main CPU 51 determines that “BB” is not in operation (when S331 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S334 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that “BB” is in operation in S331 (when S331 is YES), the main CPU 51 determines whether “RB” is in operation (S332). ). In S332, when the main CPU 51 determines that “RB” is in operation (when the determination in S332 is YES), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check processing, and the processing is performed in the main flow (see FIG. 52). Move to S2.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S332 that "RB" is not in operation (when S332 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs RB operation processing based on the bonus operation table (see FIG. 15). (S333). Then, after the processing of S333, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check processing, and shifts the processing to S2 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

  When the determination in S331 is NO, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the bonus game is a winning (S334). In S334, when the main CPU 51 determines that the bonus game is not winning (when S334 is NO), the main CPU 51 performs the processing of S338 described later.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines that the bonus game is a prize in S334 (when the determination in S334 is YES), the main CPU 51 selects a bonus game that has won based on the bonus operation table (see FIG. 15). A corresponding bonus operation process is performed (S335). In this embodiment, in this processing, the main CPU 51 sets “1” to the corresponding bit in the gaming state flag storage area (see FIG. 27) with reference to the bonus operation time table (see FIG. 15). The value of the bonus end sheet number counter is set to a predetermined value (“263” for “BB1”, “60” for “BB2”, “14” for “BB3”). Furthermore, in this process, the process at the time of RB operation described in the above S333 is also performed.

  Next, the main CPU 51 clears the value of the carryover combination storage area (S336). Next, the main CPU 51 performs bonus start command transmission processing (S337). In this process, the main CPU 51 transmits a bonus start command to the sub control circuit 42. The bonus start command includes information indicating that the bonus game has been started. Then, after S337, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check process, and shifts the process to S2 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

  Further, if the determination in S334 is NO, the main CPU 51 determines whether or not the combination related to re-playing is a prize (S338). In S338, when the main CPU 51 determines that the winning combination related to replay is not a prize (when S338 is NO), the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check process, and the process is the main flow (see FIG. 52). Move to S2.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 51 determines in S338 that the combination related to replay is a winning (when the determination in S338 is YES), the main CPU 51 requests automatic insertion of medals (S339). That is, the main CPU 51 copies the insertion number counter to the automatic insertion number counter. Then, after the processing of S339, the main CPU 51 ends the bonus operation check processing, and shifts the processing to S2 of the main flow (see FIG. 52).

[Interrupt process under control of main CPU (1.1172 msec)]
Next, with reference to FIG. 61, an interrupt process performed in a fixed cycle (every 1.1172 msec) by control of a timer (not shown) built in the main CPU 51 will be described.

  First, the main CPU 51 saves the register (S341). Next, the main CPU 51 performs input port check processing (S342). In this process, the signals input from various switches such as the stop switch 17S are checked.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs timer update processing (S343). In this process, the main CPU 51 performs, for example, a process of subtracting the value of the lock timer for each interrupt process. Next, the main CPU 51 performs communication data transmission processing (S344). In this process, various commands are mainly transmitted to the main control circuit 41 and the sub control circuit 42 as appropriate.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs reel control processing (S345). In this process, the main CPU 51 starts the rotation of the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C and the right reel 3R when required to start the rotation of all the reels, and then rotates each reel at a constant speed, The drive control of the three stepping motors 61L, 61C, 61R is performed. When the number of sliding symbols is determined, the main CPU 51 updates the symbol counter of the corresponding reel by the number of sliding symbols. Then, the main CPU 51 waits for the updated symbol counter to match the value corresponding to the planned stop position (the symbol at the planned stop position reaches the area on the effective line (winning determination line) of the display window). The drive control of the corresponding stepping motor is performed so that the rotation of the corresponding reel is decelerated and stopped. Further, in the present embodiment, in addition to the normal acceleration process, the constant speed process and the stop process described above in the process of S345, when the reel effect pattern is set at the acceleration process, the reel effect pattern is supported. It also performs control processing of reel effect (reel action) and lock.

  Next, the main CPU 51 performs lamp 7 segment drive processing (S346). In this process, the main CPU 51 drives and controls the 7-segment display 6 to display the number of payouts, the number of credits, and the like. Next, the main CPU 51 performs register restoration processing (S347). After that, the main CPU 51 ends the interrupt processing.

<Description of operation of sub control circuit>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 62 to 69, contents of various processes (threads) executed by the sub CPU 81 of the sub control circuit 42 using a program will be described.

  The sub CPU 81 of the sub control circuit 42 executes the rendering corresponding to the event as the event (trigger) transitions in the rendering sequence. The contents of the effect to be executed in each event and the image data to be used are stored in association with the effect sequence data 204a and the effect data 204b of the real device data 204 described above, and are ROM mounted on the gaming machine 1.

  For example, as described above, when "9" is determined as "effect number for development effect 1" (see FIG. 42), "Boko-weak-win" is determined as "effect name" and "effect content" "Lever ON: confrontation-Bocco, 1 on: weak avoid-Bocco, 3 on: closing Bocco, 3 off: winning-Bocco, next to BET: WIN screen" is determined.

  In the case of such an effect, in the effect sequence data 204a of the data 204 for the actual device, "opposition-Bocco" (corresponding to the effect contents in the case of "lever ON"), an trigger "Weak Avoid-Bocco" (corresponds to the rendering in the case of "1 on" above) as the rendering corresponding to 1st), "Konbo Bocko" (corresponds to the rendering in the case of "3 on above" as the rendering corresponding to the trigger (3rdOn) ), "Win-Bocco" (corresponding to the effect in the case of "3 off" above) as an effect corresponding to the trigger (3 rd Off), "To WIN screen" as an effect corresponding to the trigger (Bet) On the timeline of the corresponding trigger (while managing the layer if necessary), so as to execute each case) De or call sign is defined.

  Further, image data and sound data used to execute the above-described effects are stored in the effect data 204b of the actual device data 204, and these effect data are associated with nodes and call signs.

[Main board communication thread]
First, the main board communication thread performed by sub CPU 81 will be described with reference to FIG. Although the main board communication thread is not shown, a predetermined number (for example, 8 bytes or more) of interrupt processing corresponding to a reception interrupt generated when the sub control circuit 42 receives serial communication data transmitted by the main control circuit 41. By receiving 16 bytes of data, a request for generation of the main board communication thread is made in the interrupt processing, and the main board communication thread is executed.

  First, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not a valid command has been received from the main control circuit 41 (S901). If it is determined that a valid command has not been received, the main board communication thread is terminated. If it is determined that a valid command has been received, the sub CPU 81 checks whether the received command is a medal insertion command (S902).

  If the received command is a medal insertion command, processing is performed when a medal insertion command is received (S903). If the received command is not a medal insertion command, the sub CPU 81 checks whether the received command is a start command (S904).

  If the received command is a start command, processing is performed when a start command is received (S905). If the received command is not a start command, the sub CPU 81 checks whether the received command is a reel rotation start command (S906).

  If the received command is a reel rotation start command, processing is performed when a reel rotation start command is received (S 907). If the received command is not a reel rotation start command, the sub CPU 81 checks whether the received command is a reel stop command (S908).

  If the received command is a reel stop command, processing is performed when a reel stop command is received (S909). If the received command is not a reel stop command, the sub CPU 81 checks whether the received command is a display command (S910).

  If the received command is a display command, processing at the time of display command reception is performed (S911). If the received command is not a display command, the sub CPU 81 performs other command reception processing (S912). Further, the sub CPU 81 performs processing upon reception of a display command and other processing upon reception of a command, and then ends the main board communication thread.

[Process when medal input command is received]
Next, with reference to FIG. 63, the medal insertion command reception process performed in S903 in the flowchart of the main board communication thread (see FIG. 62) will be described. In the present embodiment, the processing at the time of receiving the medal insertion command described below is executed by the sub control circuit 42.

  First, the sub CPU 81 stores effect sequence data relating to the corresponding event (trigger) in the storage area of the effect sequence according to the event of receiving the medal insertion command (S921). In this process, for example, it is determined that the trigger (Bet) has occurred in response to the reception of the medal insertion command, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 already read, to the corresponding trigger (Bet) The effect sequence data is acquired and stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation). In this case, the rendering sequence data related to the trigger (3rdOff), which has been stored before, may be overwritten.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is an effect to be executed for the stored effect sequence data regarding the determined effect content (S922). In this process, for example, it is determined whether or not there is a node associated with the trigger (Bet) of the corresponding effect pattern in the stored effect sequence data. If there is an effect to be executed, an effect registration process is performed (S923). If there is no effect to be executed, or if the effect registration process is ended, the medal insertion command reception process is ended.

  In S922, when the effect to be performed is specified to continue the effect in the immediately preceding event (for example, the effect included in the piece indicated by the symbol “⇒” as shown in FIG. 4) The effect registration process is not performed because there is no effect to be newly executed since the effect in the immediately preceding event is executed. This process is the same for other processes (described later) for checking the presence of effects to be executed.

[Effect registration process]
Next, with reference to FIG. 64, the effect registration process performed in S923 in the flowchart of the medal insertion command reception process (see FIG. 63) will be described. In the present embodiment, the effect registration process described below is executed by the sub control circuit 42.

  First, based on the node associated with the trigger of the corresponding rendering pattern, the sub CPU 81 uses the rendering data 204b of the actual device data 204 to produce rendering data required for rendering to be executed (for example, moving image data associated with the node) , Sound data, LED data, feature data, etc.).

  Next, the sub CPU 81 registers moving image data based on the acquired effect data (S932). Next, the sub CPU 81 registers sound data (S933). Next, the sub CPU 81 registers LED data (including data for lighting and extinguishing the lamp) for controlling lighting and extinguishing of the LED (S934). Next, the sub CPU 81 registers the punctual data to control the movement of the punctual matter (S935). After S935, the sub CPU 81 ends the effect registration process.

  In the effect registration process, various data to be registered are stored, for example, in a shared area (global area) allocated to the sub RAM 83 of the sub control circuit 42.

[Process when receiving start command]
Next, with reference to FIG. 65, the start command reception process performed in S905 in the flowchart of the main board communication thread (see FIG. 62) will be described. In the present embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 executes the start command reception process described below.

  First, the sub CPU 81 performs effect lottery processing based on the internal winning combination, the sub gaming state, the main gaming state and the like (S941). In this process, the sub CPU 81 extracts a random number for effect, and determines and registers an effect number by lottery based on the internal winning combination and the like. Here, the effect number is data for specifying the content of the effect to be executed this time, and corresponds to one effect pattern.

  Also, in the effect lottery process, the lottery according to the main gaming state (RT gaming state etc.), the contents of the data pointer for small part and replay, and the sub gaming state (eg, chance zone (CZ) or ART sub gaming state) The processing is performed, and the effect patterns are determined according to the lottery result and the like, but the description of the details is omitted here (the same applies to the re-effects lottery processing described later).

  Next, the sub CPU 81 acquires the effect sequence data 204a of the data 204 for the actual device based on the effect pattern of the effect determined by the lottery, and responds to the storage area of the effect sequence according to the event of reception of the start command. The effect sequence data concerning the event (trigger) to be stored is stored (S942). In this process, for example, it is determined that the trigger (Lev) has occurred in response to the reception of the start command, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 read, the effect sequence data related to the corresponding trigger (Lev) Are stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation).

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is an effect to be executed for the stored effect sequence data regarding the determined effect content (S943). In this processing, for example, it is determined whether or not there is a node associated with the trigger (Lev) of the corresponding rendering pattern in the stored rendering sequence data. If there is an effect to be executed, an effect registration process is performed (S 944). If there is no effect to be executed, or if the effect registration process is ended, the start command reception process is ended.

[Process when receiving reel rotation start command]
Next, with reference to FIG. 66, processing for receiving a reel rotation start command performed in S907 in the flowchart of the main board communication thread (see FIG. 62) will be described. In the present embodiment, the processing at the time of receiving the reel rotation start command described below is executed by the sub control circuit 42.

  First, the sub CPU 81 stores effect sequence data relating to the corresponding event (trigger) in the storage area of the effect sequence in response to the event that the reel rotation start command is received (S 951). In this process, for example, in response to the reception of the reel rotation start command, it is determined that the trigger (RStt) has occurred, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 already read, the corresponding trigger (RStt) The effect sequence data according to is acquired and stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation). In this case, the rendering sequence data related to the trigger (Lev), which has been stored before, may be overwritten.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is an effect to be executed for the stored effect sequence data regarding the determined effect content (S952). In this processing, for example, it is determined whether or not there is a node associated with the trigger (RStt) of the corresponding rendering pattern in the stored rendering sequence data. If there is an effect to be executed, an effect registration process is performed (S953). When there is no effect to be executed, or when the effect registration process is ended, the processing at the time of receiving the reel rotation start command is ended.

[Reel stop command reception processing]
Next, with reference to FIG. 67, the reel stop command reception process carried out in S909 in the flowchart of the main board communication thread (see FIG. 62) will be described. In the present embodiment, the sub-control circuit 42 executes the reel stop command reception process described below.

  First, the sub CPU 81 checks whether it is necessary to re-sort the contents of the effect to be executed (S961). If it is necessary to again extract the contents of the effect to be executed, the effect lottery process is performed again based on the internal winning combination, the sub gaming state, and the main gaming state (S962). In this process, the sub CPU 81 extracts a random number for effect, and determines and registers an effect number by lottery in accordance with the internal winning combination, the type of the operation stop button, and the like. Here, the effect number is data for specifying the content of the effect to be executed this time, and corresponds to one effect pattern.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is a change in the contents of the effect to be executed by re-lottery (S963). When there is a change in the contents of the effect to be executed, the sub CPU 81 acquires the effect sequence data 204a of the data 204 for the actual device based on the effect pattern of the effect determined by the lottery, and an event of receiving the reel stop command. In response, the effect sequence data relating to the corresponding event (trigger) is stored in the effect sequence storage area (S 964). In this process, for example, it is determined that the trigger (1st, 2nd or 3rdOn) has occurred in response to the reception of the reel stop command, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 read, the corresponding trigger (1st , 2nd or 3rdOn) is acquired and stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation).

  If it is determined in S961 that the contents of the effect to be executed need not be extracted again, if it is determined in S963 that the contents of the effect to be executed are not changed, and in S964, the event about the effect sequence is performed. When the setting is ended, the sub CPU 81 stores the effect sequence data relating to the corresponding event (trigger) in the storage area of the effect sequence according to the event that the reel stop command is received (S965). In this process, for example, it is determined that the trigger (1st, 2nd or 3rdOn) has occurred in response to the reception of the reel stop command, and corresponds to the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 which has already been read. The effect sequence data according to the trigger (1st, 2nd or 3rdOn) is acquired and stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation). In this case, the rendering sequence data related to the trigger (for example, RStt, 1st, 2nd) that has been stored before may be overwritten.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is an effect to be executed for the stored effect sequence data regarding the determined effect content (S966). In this processing, for example, it is determined whether or not there is a node associated with the trigger (1st, 2nd, or 3rdOn) of the corresponding rendering pattern in the stored rendering sequence data. When there is an effect to be executed, an effect registration process is performed (S967). If there is no effect to be executed, or if the effect registration process is ended, the reel stop command reception process is ended.

[Process when receiving display command]
Next, with reference to FIG. 68, the process at the time of display command reception performed in S911 in the flowchart of the main board communication thread (see FIG. 62) will be described. In the present embodiment, the processing at the time of display command reception described below is executed by the sub control circuit 42.

  First, in a state where all the reels are stopped, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not it is necessary to re-sort the contents of the effect to be executed (S971). If it is necessary to again lottery the contents of the effect to be executed, the effect lottery process is performed again based on the internal winning combination, the sub gaming state, and the main gaming state (S972). In this process, the sub CPU 81 extracts a random number for effect, and determines and registers an effect number by lottery in accordance with an internal winning combination, a display combination or the like. Here, the effect number is data for specifying the content of the effect to be executed this time, and corresponds to one effect pattern.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is a change in the contents of the effect to be executed by re-lottery (S973). When there is a change in the contents of the effect to be executed, the sub CPU 81 acquires the effect sequence data 204a of the data 204 for the actual device based on the effect pattern of the effect determined by the lottery, and responds to the event of reception of the display command. Then, the effect sequence data relating to the corresponding event (trigger) is stored in the storage area of the effect sequence data (S 974). In this process, for example, it is determined that the trigger (3rdOff) has occurred in response to the reception of the display command, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the actual device data 204 read, effect sequence data related to the corresponding trigger (3rdOff) Are stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation).

  If it is determined in S971 that the contents of the effect to be executed need not be re-sorted again, if it is determined in S973 that the contents of the effect to be executed are not changed, and in S974, the event about the effect sequence is performed. When the setting is ended, the sub CPU 81 stores the effect sequence data related to the corresponding event (trigger) in the storage area of the effect sequence according to the event of reception of the display command (S975). In this processing, for example, it is determined that the trigger (3rdOff) has occurred in response to the reception of the display command, and from the effect sequence data 204a of the real device data 204 which has already been read, relates to the corresponding trigger (3rdOff) The effect sequence data is acquired and stored in the storage area. The effect sequence data to be stored is stored, for example, according to the data structure shown in FIG. 5 (the effect pattern and the trigger are specified in this situation). In this case, the rendering sequence data related to the trigger (for example, 3rdOn), which has been stored before, may be overwritten.

  Next, the sub CPU 81 checks whether or not there is an effect to be executed for the stored effect sequence data regarding the determined effect content (S976). In this processing, for example, it is determined whether or not there is a node associated with the trigger (3rdOff) of the corresponding rendering pattern in the stored rendering sequence data. If there is an effect to be executed, an effect registration process is performed (S977). When the effect to be executed does not exist, or when the effect registration process is ended, the process at the time of display command reception is ended.

[Drawing thread]
Next, a drawing thread performed by the sub CPU 81 will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the drawing thread requests creation of a drawing thread that is itself at the end of the thread where all processing ends. When making a drawing thread generation request, the drawing thread is executed at a constant cycle by specifying a generation time (for example, 33 msec).

  First, the sub CPU 81 checks whether there is a call sign in the timeline (S 981). If there is a call sign, the call sign is registered (S982). Further, it is checked whether the call sign is for drawing processing (S983).

  If the call sign is for drawing processing, drawing processing is performed based on the call sign (S984). For example, when a call sign is associated with a program, the program performs a drawing process, and as necessary, presentation sequence data 204a of the real device data 204 is acquired and used. Here, only the drawing thread will be described, but in accordance with the call sign, similarly, processing relating to sound processing and movement control of a bonus item is also performed. Thereafter, the sub CPU 81 updates the timeline (frame by frame) (S985).

  If it is determined in S981 that no call sign is present, if it is determined in S983 that the call sign is not for drawing processing, and if the timeline is updated in S985, the effect registration processing is performed. Then, a check is made as to whether or not there is drawing data registered (based on designation by the node) (S986). If it is determined that there is registered drawing data, the sub CPU 81 acquires the registered drawing data, and sets the drawing data in the corresponding video processing area according to the type of drawing processing (S987 ).

  Next, the sub CPU 81 executes 2D processing (S988), 3D processing (S989), and moving image processing (S990) according to the drawing data. The sub CPU 81 ends the drawing thread when it is determined in S986 that the registered drawing data does not exist, and when the moving image process is performed in S990.

  Execution of processing based on the call sign and execution of rendering processing (in consideration of layers) based on the node defined in each event (trigger) are determined for each frame by such a rendering thread. As a result, in the liquid crystal display device 11 of the gaming machine 1, image display across a plurality of frames is realized.

  In this example, the timeline is updated in frame units to check whether a call sign exists, and when a call sign exists, drawing processing corresponding to the call sign is performed. However, as in the processing related to the node, the drawing data used for the drawing processing according to the call sign is registered by the effect registration processing described above, and the processing according to the drawing data when the drawing data exists ( For example, it can be configured to perform 2D processing and 3D processing). In addition, when the call sign is associated with a program that performs output control of sound data, control of turning off / lighting of LED, movement control of a bonus item, etc., data used for the control is registered Alternatively, various control processes may be performed based on the registered data.

  Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a method of manufacturing a gaming machine and a gaming machine having the following configuration.

An effect sequence data generation device (for example, the development PC 200) according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention is
Display means for displaying information (for example, a display device such as an LCD);
Effect definition file reading means for reading an effect definition file (for example, effect definition file 203 (see FIG. 1)) which defines specifications of effects relating to a game machine (for example, the game machine 1 or 300);
Effect definition file display means (for example, effect sequence for displaying the effect sequence representing the order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read by the effect definition file reading means Means for displaying an editing screen 210 (see FIG. 4);
Effect sequence data generation means for generating the effect sequence displayed by the effect definition file display means as effect sequence data (for example, effect sequence data 204a (see FIG. 1)) defining the contents of the effect;
Based on the effect sequence data, an effect corresponding to the effect according to the gaming machine is executed, and an effect image preview means (for example, a display of the development PC 200) for displaying an image according to the executed effect on the display means Means for displaying an effect image on the device (see FIG. 2 (A)).

  With such a configuration of the present invention, table data and a program are created on the basis of specifications for presentation, and the programmer's man-hours for the work of incorporating these data and presentation data including presentation moving image data into a gaming machine While being able to reduce, the man-hour for confirming the display and reproduction | regeneration of the production | presentation in a game machine can be reduced.

The effect sequence data generation device (for example, the development PC 200) according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention is the same as the sixth embodiment.
The gaming machine is
Insertion operation detection means (for example, medal acceptance / start executed by the main CPU 51) for detecting an insertion operation (for example, an operation for the player to insert a medal into the medal insertion slot 13) for gaming media (for example, medals and coins) Check processing (see FIG. 52)),
Start operation detection means (for example, medal acceptance / start check executed by the main CPU 51) for detecting the start operation (for example, the operation of the start lever by the player) by the player based on the detection of the insertion operation by the insertion operation detection means Processing (see FIG. 52)),
Internal winning combination determining means (for example, main CPU 51) for determining an internal winning combination (for example, determination by lottery performed with reference to an internal lottery table) with a predetermined probability based on detection of the starting operation by the starting operation detection means Internal lottery processing (see FIG. 52)) executed by
Effect determination means (for example, effect lottery process (see, eg, FIG. 65) executed by the sub CPU 81) that determines an effect when the start operation detection means detects the start operation;
A game machine having effect execution means (for example, a drawing thread (see FIG. 69) executed by the sub CPU 81) for executing the effect determined by the effect determination means,
When the effect sequence data is implemented in the gaming machine (for example, the ROM storing the effect sequence data is incorporated in the gaming machine 1), the effect sequence data is generated by the effect executing means of the gaming machine The effect relating to the gaming machine based on is executed.

An effect sequence data generation device according to an eighth aspect of the present invention is the sixth or seventh aspect, wherein
The effect sequence data defines the contents of effects for each effect pattern (for example, a pattern such as “Ptn1”, “Ptn2”, “Ptn3”, etc.), and effect sequence data corresponding to each effect pattern is in the gaming machine It is associated with multiple triggers (for example, “Lev”, “RStt”, “1st”, etc.),
The effect sequence data associated with each trigger further includes execution timing of the effect (for example, start timing and period designated by "InFrame" and "OutFrame"), and effect data (for example, "Bind File") used for the effect. Is configured to include information (for example, information defined as a node on a timeline (see FIG. 4)) specifying still image data, moving image data and the like designated as “.”

In the effect sequence data generation device according to a ninth aspect of the present invention, in the sixth or seventh aspect,
The effect sequence data defines the contents of effects for each effect pattern, and the effect sequence data corresponding to each effect pattern is associated with a plurality of triggers in the gaming machine,
The effect sequence data associated with each trigger further includes the execution timing of the effect and information specifying the program for executing the effect (for example, information defined as a call sign on the timeline (see FIG. 4)). Configured as.

According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a rendering sequence data generation method comprising
An effect definition file reading step of reading an effect definition file defining a specification of effects relating to a gaming machine;
An effect definition file display step of displaying an effect sequence representing an order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read in the effect definition file reading step;
An effect sequence data generation step of generating the effect sequence displayed in the effect definition file display step as effect sequence data defining the content of the effect;
Based on the effect sequence data, an effect corresponding to the effect relating to the gaming machine is executed, and an effect image preview step of displaying an image relating to the executed effect on the display device is configured.

The program according to the eleventh embodiment of the present invention is
On the computer
Display means for displaying information,
Effect definition file reading means for reading an effect definition file that defines specifications of effects pertaining to a gaming machine,
An effect definition file display means for displaying, on the display means, an effect sequence representing an order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read by the effect definition file reading means,
Effect sequence data generation means for generating the effect sequence displayed by the effect definition file display means as effect sequence data defining the contents of the effect, and
It is a program that executes an effect corresponding to the effect relating to the gaming machine based on the effect sequence data, and functions as an effect image preview means for displaying an image relating to the executed effect on the display means.

  Further, the present invention provides a rendering sequence data generation device, a rendering sequence data generation method, and a program having the following configuration.

According to a twelfth aspect of the present invention, there is provided an effect sequence data generation device (for example, the development PC 200) according to the twelfth aspect of the present invention,
Display means for displaying information (for example, a display device such as an LCD);
Effect definition file reading means for reading an effect definition file (for example, effect definition file 203 (see FIG. 1)) which defines specifications of effects relating to a game machine (for example, the game machine 1 or 300);
Effect definition file display means (for example, effect sequence for displaying the effect sequence representing the order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read by the effect definition file reading means Means for displaying an editing screen 210 (see FIG. 4);
Effect sequence data generation means for generating as effect sequence data (for example, effect sequence data 204a (see FIG. 1)) in which the contents of the effect are defined based on the edited effect sequence displayed by the effect definition file display means When,
Based on the effect sequence data, an effect corresponding to the effect according to the gaming machine is executed, and an effect image preview means (for example, a display of the development PC 200) for displaying an image according to the executed effect on the display means Means for displaying an effect image on the device (see FIG. 2 (A))),
The effect definition file display means, for each effect pattern (for example, a pattern such as “Ptn1”, “Ptn2”, “Ptn3”, etc.) for an event representing individual effect execution contents included in the effect sequence, and the event Displayed for each trigger (for example, "Lev", "RStt", "1st", etc. triggers) related to the progress of the game in the gaming machine,
The effect sequence data generation means
It is possible to generate the effect sequence data so as to include additional data relating to at least one of a character and a decoration part,
The effect image preview means is
When the additional data is included in the effect sequence data, the image of the accessory or the image of the decorative portion is generated in a pseudo manner and displayed on the display means.

  With such a configuration of the present invention, table data and a program are created on the basis of specifications for presentation, and the programmer's man-hours for the work of incorporating these data and presentation data including presentation moving image data into a gaming machine While being able to reduce, the man-hour for confirming the display and reproduction | regeneration of the production | presentation in a game machine can be reduced.

The effect sequence data generation device (for example, the development PC 200) according to the thirteenth embodiment of the present invention is the same as the twelfth embodiment.
The effect image preview means is
When the additional data includes movement data relating to movement of the accessory, the display unit is configured to display the image of the accessory generated in an artificial manner on the basis of the movement data. Be done.

According to a fourteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a rendering sequence data generation device according to the fourteenth or twelfth aspect, wherein
The event can be specified as the same effect execution content as the event executed in response to the immediately preceding trigger,
The effect definition file display means
The designated event can be displayed in a predetermined manner that can be distinguished from other events.

According to a fifteenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a rendering sequence data generating method comprising:
An effect definition file reading step of reading an effect definition file defining a specification of effects relating to a gaming machine;
An effect definition file display step of displaying an effect sequence representing an order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read in the effect definition file reading step;
An effect sequence data generation step of generating as effect sequence data in which the contents of an effect are defined based on the edited effect sequence displayed in the effect definition file display step;
Performing an effect corresponding to the effect relating to the gaming machine based on the effect sequence data, and displaying an image relating to the effect performed on the display device;
The effect definition file display step displays an event representing individual effect execution content included in the effect sequence, for each effect pattern, and for each trigger related to the progress of a game in the gaming machine,
The effect sequence data generation step is
It is possible to generate the effect sequence data so as to include additional data relating to at least one of a character and a decoration part,
The effect image preview step is
When the additional data is included in the effect sequence data, the image of the accessory or the image of the decorative portion is generated in a pseudo manner and displayed on the display device.

A program according to a sixteenth embodiment of the present invention is
On the computer
Display means for displaying information,
Effect definition file reading means for reading an effect definition file that defines specifications of effects pertaining to a gaming machine,
An effect definition file display means for displaying, on the display means, an effect sequence representing an order of effects to be executed in an editable mode based on the effect definition file read by the effect definition file reading means,
Effect sequence data generation means for generating as effect sequence data in which the contents of an effect are defined based on the edited effect sequence displayed by the effect definition file display means, and
It is a program that causes an effect corresponding to the effect relating to the gaming machine to be executed based on the effect sequence data, and causes the image relating to the effect that has been executed to be displayed as the effect image preview means.
The effect definition file display means displays an event representing individual effect execution content included in the effect sequence, for each effect pattern, and for each trigger related to the progress of a game in the gaming machine,
The effect sequence data generation means
It is possible to generate the effect sequence data so as to include additional data relating to at least one of a character and a decoration part,
The effect image preview means is
When the additional data is included in the effect sequence data, the image of the accessory or the image of the decorative portion is generated in a pseudo manner and displayed on the display means.

1,300: gaming machine, 2: exterior body, 2a: cabinet, 2b: front door, 3L: left reel, 3C: middle reel, 3R: right reel, 4 display window 11 liquid crystal display device 16 start lever 17L left stop button 17C middle stop button 17R right stop button 22L, 22R · · · Character decoration part, 23L, 23R ... touch sensor, 41 ... main control circuit, 42 ... sub control circuit, 51 ... main CPU, 81 ... sub CPU, 200 ... development For PC, 203 ... effect definition file, 204 ... actual machine data, 204 a ... effect sequence data, 204 b ... effect data

Claims (3)

Input operation detection means for detecting an operation for inserting a game medium;
Start operation detection means for detecting a start operation by the player based on the detection of the insertion operation by the insertion operation detection means;
Internal winning combination determining means for determining an internal winning combination with a predetermined probability based on detection of the starting operation by the starting operation detecting means;
Variation display means configured of a plurality of display rows, and variably displaying symbols necessary for the game based on the detection of the start operation by the start operation detection means;
Stop operation detection means for detecting a stop operation by the player;
Stop control means for stopping the fluctuation display of the symbol based on the determination result of the internal winning combination determination means and the detection of the stop operation by the stop operation detection means;
Notification means for notifying information related to the game;
An advantageous state giving means for determining whether or not to give an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player over the normal state;
Determining whether to store the information of the determined advantageous state in the notification storage area or the non-notification storage area when the advantageous state assignment means determines the addition of the advantageous state And
The execution of the advantageous state based on the information on the advantageous state stored in the storage area for notification is prioritized over the execution of the advantageous state based on the information on the advantageous state stored in the storage area for non-notification.
When the notification means stores the information of the determined advantageous state in the notification storage area when the application of the advantageous state is determined by the advantageous state applying means, the advantageous state is provided. When it notifies that and stores the information of the determined advantageous state in the storage area for non-notification, it does not notify that the advantageous state has been given. In each of the notification storage area and the non-notification storage area, the number of information of the determined advantageous state that can be stored is determined.
The number of information of the determined advantageous state that can be stored in the informing storage area and the number of the information of the determined advantageous state that can be stored in the non-informing storage area may be the same. The gaming machine according to claim 1. The advantageous state includes different states in which the internal winning combination determining means is determined based on a lottery for determining the internal winning combination,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the information on the advantageous state includes identification data for identifying the plurality of states.

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