JP2019166241A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To increase game amusement.SOLUTION: A sub CPU 201 can execute a timer notice that updates and displays the number of seconds toward the timing until a predetermined performance is executed as a notice performance that suggests possibility of obtaining a winning game, and executes a predetermined performance when the number of seconds that has been updated and displayed reaches a specific display (0 second). During execution of the timer notice, the performance is output from performance output means at a predetermined output amount, and a special performance along with the update display is output from the performance output means, in a specific period display until the specific display.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 52

Description

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

  In pachinko machines, lottery is performed when a game ball enters the starting port, the symbol is changed, the symbol is stopped after a predetermined fluctuation time, and the result of the drawing is notified. is there. Further, when such a change in the symbol is performed, a notice effect that suggests the result of the lottery is executed.

  A plurality of types of notice effects as described above are provided. In recent pachinko machines, as shown in Patent Document 1 below, a period display such as a timer display is performed, and the period display is a specific display ( 0 seconds), the one with a notice to execute the specific effect can be seen.

  Here, in the following Patent Document 1, for example, as shown in FIG. 19, a plurality of types are provided from a period display with a short number of seconds to a period display with a long number of seconds. As described above, when a plurality of types of period displays having different seconds are provided, there is an advantage that variations can be abundant.

JP 2017-209393 A

  However, the concern that the player misses that the period display becomes a specific display (for example, 0 seconds) has not been resolved, and there is room for further improvement in improving the game entertainment. It was.

  The present invention has been made in view of such a situation, and an object thereof is to improve game entertainment.

  (1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of executing a special game advantageous to a player, and a period display effect executing means capable of executing a period display effect indicating the passage of a period by updating the period display. And an effect executing means capable of executing a predetermined effect, an effect output means for outputting an effect, and the effect output means in response to the updated display of the period being a specific display. Output control means for executing a control for outputting an effect, and when the period display effect is being performed, the output control means outputs the effect at a predetermined output amount and displays the specified display. In a specific period display up to, a special effect accompanying the update of the period display is output. Thereby, in the specific period display up to the specific display, the special effect accompanying the update of the period display is output, and therefore the period display is specified display (for example, 0 seconds) by the output of the special effect. This leads to prevention of overlooking what is happening, and can improve gaming fun.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve game entertainment.

1 is an external front view of a gaming machine according to the present invention. It is a front view of the game board concerning the present invention. It is a block diagram of the gaming machine according to the present invention. It is a perspective view of the reel unit which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the correspondence of (a) symbol arrangement | sequence in the inner reel and outer reel which concern on this invention, and (b) symbol design. It is a figure which shows the special symbol determination table and the normal symbol determination table which concern on this invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the special symbol determination table which concerns on this invention, a normal symbol determination table, the winning game state and mode, and the decoration symbol which can be selected. It is a figure which shows the detail of (a) reference table and (b) table 1 in the special symbol fluctuation | variation pattern table which concerns on this invention. (C) Table 0, (d) Table 1-1, (e) Table 1-2, (f) Table 1-3, and (g) Table 1- in the special symbol variation pattern table according to the present invention. FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the main control board | substrate timer interruption process based on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the input SW detection process based on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the 1st starting port detection which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the 2nd starting port detection which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol related process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation start process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit game process (win game process 1/2) which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit game process (win game process 2/2) based on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the production | presentation control board | substrate timer interruption process which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main command reception process (main command reception process 1/2) based on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main command reception process (main command reception process 2/2) based on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the 1st start opening prize command reception which concerns on this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the 2nd start opening prize command reception which concerns on this invention. It is a time chart which shows the characteristic part in the prefetch effect which concerns on this invention. It is an animation which shows the alerting | reporting aspect which concerns on this invention. It is animation 1 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 2 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 3 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 4 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 5 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 6 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 7 which shows the super reach (car race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 1 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 2 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 3 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 4 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 5 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 6 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. It is animation 7 which shows the special reach (Grand Prix race reach production) concerning the present invention. FIG. 26 is an external perspective view of a slot machine according to another example of the present invention. It is another example animation 1 when executing the grand prix race reach production of the present invention in the slot machine. It is another example animation 2 when executing the Grand Prix race reach production of the present invention in the slot machine. It is another example animation 3 in the case of executing the grand prix race reach production of the present invention in the slot machine. It is explanatory drawing (the 1) which shows the outline | summary of the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention. It is explanatory drawing (the 2) which shows the outline | summary of the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention. It is explanatory drawing in the case of performing the notice effect (timer notice) based on this invention with a liquid crystal display device. It is the time chart 1 which shows the relationship between the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention, and other effect elements. It is the time chart 2 which shows the relationship between the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention, and other effect elements. It is the time chart 3 which shows the relationship between the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention, and other effect elements. It is the time chart 4 which shows the relationship between the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention, and another effect element. It is a figure which shows the display period of each second in the 7-segment display which concerns on this invention. It is a time chart which shows the relationship between the notice effect (timer notice) which concerns on this invention, and a volume value. It is a time chart which shows the output mode at the time of providing multiple types of special sounds concerning the notice effect (timer notice) concerning the present invention. It is an animation which shows the relationship between the special sound which concerns on the notice effect (timer notice) concerning this invention, and a countdown display. It is a figure which shows the specific example in the case of performing the notice effect (timer notice) based on this invention with a liquid crystal display device.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiments, a pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of a gaming machine according to the present invention. In the following description, “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “upper”, and “lower” refer to the state in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 is viewed from the player side. Pointing.

(External configuration of pachinko machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 2 for installation on a gaming machine installation island (not shown) of a game store, a pivot board supported by the outer frame 2, and a gaming board 6 shown in FIG. 2. A removably holding middle frame 3, a glass frame 4 pivotally supported by the middle frame 3, opposed to the front side of the game board 6, and allowing the game board 6 to be viewed through transparent glass, and the middle frame 3 And a tray member 5 that is located below the glass frame 4 and can store a game ball. In addition, the glass frame 4 and the tray member 5 may be comprised by the separation type, and may be comprised by the integral type.

  Further, the middle frame 3 is provided with a launching device 305 (see FIG. 3) for launching a game ball to the game area 7 of the game board 6, and launching for causing the launching device 305 to perform a launching operation. A handle 8 is provided. The launch handle 8 is grasped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, and the launch intensity at the time of launching the game ball to the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount to be turned. It has become. For example, when it is rotated by the first rotation amount (when it is the first launch intensity), a game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7 (so-called “left strike” is possible), and the first When the second turning amount is larger than the first turning amount (when the second launching strength is used), a game ball is fired on the right side of the game area 7 (so-called “right strike”). Is possible).

  Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a light emitting device 9 (lamp, LED, etc.) so that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by light emission. For example, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying that a winning is achieved by emitting light in a rainbow color based on the determination of winning in “special symbol winning determination processing” (see FIG. 15) described later. . Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a speaker 10 so that sound and sound effects can be output. For example, when the “normal gaming state” described later is controlled, a music corresponding to the “normal gaming state” can be output, and when the “probable gaming state” described later is controlled, Music according to "state" can be output.

  The tray member 5 includes an upper tray 5a and a lower tray 5b. When the amount of game balls stored in the upper tray 5a exceeds a certain amount, the game balls are paid out to the lower tray 5b. It has become. The tray member 5 also has a game ball for a ball release button 11 for discharging the game balls stored in the upper tray 5a to the lower tray 5b and a game ball lending device (not shown) at the end of the game. A ball lending button 12 for requesting a payout, a card return button 13 for requesting a return of a valuable medium inserted in the game ball lending device, and a balance display unit 12a for displaying the balance of the valuable medium A ball lending lamp 12b for notifying that ball lending by operating the ball lending button 12 is possible is provided.

  In addition, the saucer member 5 is provided with an effect button 14 and an effect lever 15 that can be operated by the player when an operation promotion effect is executed. The tray member 5 can be operated by a player, and can be used to adjust the volume of sound and sound effects output from the speaker 10, to adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, and to a board lighting device 29 described later. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of light emitted from the camera. The effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently of each other or may be provided integrally.

  Here, as the operation promotion effect, for example, “pre-reach effect” performed before “reach” described later and “post-reach effect” performed after “reach” can be cited. As a basic effect distribution, the effect button 14 may be operable in both “pre-reach effect” and “post-reach effect”, and the effect lever 15 is operated in “post-reach effect”. May be possible. In addition, what kind of distribution may be sufficient as production. For example, the effect lever 15 may be operable as a “pre-reach effect”. Further, although the effect button drive device 30 described later is provided on the effect button 14, it may be provided on the effect lever 15. The effect button drive device 30 may vibrate, for example, when a later-described decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” or the like, or the “pre-reach effect” described above. Or, it may be vibrated during the “post-reach effect”, and if it is determined to be a win in the “special symbol hit determination process”, it may be easily vibrated. In addition, the effect button 14 may be capable of a so-called “continuous hit effect” that is continuously pressed, or a so-called “long press effect” that is continuously pressed for a predetermined time. Here, “reach” is, for example, the same as a decorative pattern of an inner reel (left) 26a described later and an inner reel (right) 26c described later on an effective line (for example, center line) described later ( This is a state in which a decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and the inner reel (medium) 26b, which will be described later, is variably displayed. Then, from this state, if the same decorative design as the left and right decorative designs stops (determined display) on the active line (for example, the center line) as the decorative design of the inner reel (middle) 26b described later, If a decorative design different from the decorative design stops (determined display) on the active line (for example, the center line), the game is lost. In the following, “reach” may be simply described, or “reach effect” may be described.

(Configuration of game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 6 is formed of a veneer material or a synthetic resin material, and a reel unit 26 (see FIG. 4) is detachably assembled at the center. The game board 6 has a game area 7 in which a game ball can roll. An outer rail member 18 for guiding the game ball launched from the launching device 305 to the game area 7 and an inner rail member 18 are provided. A rail member 19 is formed. The game area 7 includes a gate member 20 through which a game ball can pass, a first start port 21 through which a game ball can enter, a second start port 22 through which a game ball can enter, and a game ball. An ordinary winning opening 23 that can be entered, a large winning opening 24 that allows a game ball to be entered when a winning game is determined in the “special symbol per-determination process” and a winning game is executed, and a game ball is played. An out port 25 for discharging out of the area (game ball discharge rod), a game nail (not shown), a windmill, and the like are provided. A game that is determined to be a winning in the “special symbol winning determination process” and the special winning opening 24 is released a predetermined number of times is referred to as a “winning game”.

(About the gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided in the right center portion of the game area 7 so that the game ball can pass when a so-called “right hit” is performed, in which a game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7. It has become. Moreover, it always opens upwards, and always allows game balls to pass. When the game ball passes through the gate member 20, a “passing gate detection time process” described later is performed, and a “normal symbol hit determination process for determining whether or not to open the blade member 22 c provided at the second start port 22. , And after a normal symbol variation time described later has elapsed, a “normal symbol variation game” for deriving a determination result of “ordinary symbol hit determination process” is executed. When the “ordinary symbol variation game” based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 is being performed, if the game ball further passes through the gate member 20, the “ordinary symbol variation game” based on the passage is executed. Can be put on hold, and up to four can be put on hold, except for the “ordinary symbol variation game” being executed. Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a reserved memory area for “ordinary symbol variation game”, and the reserved memory area corresponds to the “ordinary symbol variation game” that is currently fluctuating. Then, the “first storage area” corresponding to the “ordinary symbol variation game” to be played after the currently changing “normal symbol variation game” is ended, and the “second storage area” and the “third memory”. Area ”and“ fourth storage area ”, and when the currently changing“ ordinary symbol change game ”finishes changing, it is stored in“ the storage area ”and“ the first storage area ”. The determination information (random number) transferred is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the determination information (random value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “second storage area”. The determination information (random value) stored in the “storage area” is moved to “third The 憶領 range "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty. The “ordinary symbol per unit determination process” is a process performed in the “ordinary symbol related process” in step S104 of FIG. 10 although not mentioned in the flowchart described later. With reference to the symbol winning determination table, it is determined whether the normal symbol is “winning” or “lost”. Moreover, although the gate member 20 used the member which a game ball can pass, it is good also as the gate member 20 into which a game ball can enter using a entrance.

(About the first start port 21)
The first start port 21 is provided below the center of the game area 7, and when the so-called “left-handed” is performed, in which a game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7, the game ball is inserted. A ball is possible. Moreover, it always opens upwards, and game balls are always allowed to enter. When a game ball enters the first starting port 21, for example, three game balls are paid out as prize balls, and in addition to the prize balls, a “special symbol hit determination process” is performed, A “symbol changing game” is executed in which the decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner and the determination results (special symbols and decorative symbols) of the “special symbol per unit determination process” are displayed (determined display) after a later-described variation time has elapsed. When a “symbol changing game” based on a ball entering the first starting port 21 is being played, if a gaming ball further enters the first starting port 21, a “symbol changing game” based on that ball entering is entered. Is suspended, and a maximum of four games can be suspended except for the “design variation game” being executed. Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a “symbol changing game” reserved storage area corresponding to the first start port 21, and the reserved storage area corresponds to the currently changing “symbol changing game”. “The storage area”, “the first storage area” corresponding to the “symbol change game” performed after the currently changing “symbol change game” is ended, and “the second storage area”, It is composed of a “third storage area” and a “fourth storage area”. When the currently changing “symbol changing game” finishes changing, “the first storage area” The determination information (random number value) stored in is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the determination information (random number value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “second storage area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “third storage area” is transferred, and “ The third storage region "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty.

(About the second starting port 22)
The second start port 22 is provided in the lower right part of the game area 7, and when a so-called “right hit” is performed, in which a game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7, the game ball is inserted. A ball is possible. Further, unlike the first starter port 21, the second starter port 22 is not always opened upward, and in principle, does not allow game balls to enter (in a “closed” state). That is, the second starting port 22 has a blade member 22c that can be opened in the left-right direction, and a game ball can be inserted only when the blade member 22c is opened in the left-right direction. Whether or not to allow the game ball to enter by opening the blade member 22c in the left-right direction will be described later with reference to FIG. The opening / closing mode shown in “Opening / closing mode of second start port” in FIG. When a game ball enters the second start port 22, for example, two game balls are paid out as prize balls, and in addition to the prize balls, a “design variation game” is executed. When a “symbol changing game” based on a ball entering the second starting port 22 is being played, if a gaming ball enters the second starting port 22 further, the “symbol changing game” based on that pitching is entered. Is suspended, and a maximum of four games can be suspended except for the “design variation game” being executed. Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a “symbol changing game” reserved storage area corresponding to the second starting port 22, and the reserved storage area corresponds to the currently changing “symbol changing game”. “The storage area”, “the first storage area” corresponding to the “symbol change game” performed after the currently changing “symbol change game” is ended, and “the second storage area”, It is composed of a “third storage area” and a “fourth storage area”, and when the currently changing “symbol changing game” finishes changing, it becomes “the first storage area”. The stored determination information (random number value) is transferred, the determination information (random number value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the “second storage area” is “ The determination information (random value) stored in the “third storage area” is moved to “ The storage region "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty.

  Here, in the present embodiment, a game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 and performs a “special symbol hit determination process”, and a special symbol described later and a decorative symbol described later are displayed in a variable manner. Then, after the variation time has elapsed, a series of flows such as displaying (determined display) the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is referred to as “symbol variation game”, or simply, Sometimes referred to as a “one-change game”.

  When a game ball of “1” enters the first start port 21, a game ball of “1” enters the “first special symbol indicator 27 a” and “reel unit 26”. When the “symbol changing game” based on the result is executed and the game ball of “1” enters the second starting port 22, the “second special symbol indicator 27b”, the “reel unit 26”, Then, a “symbol changing game” based on the game ball “1” entering is executed. Therefore, the “symbol changing game” is a generic name of the games played by the “first special symbol display 27a” and the “reel unit 26”, the “second special symbol display 27b”, and the “reel”. "Unit 26" and the generic name of the game played.

  In this embodiment, after the variation time in the “symbol variation game” has elapsed, the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is displayed (derived) (special symbol and This is called “decision display”. On the other hand, in the “symbol variation game”, temporarily stopping (derived) the decorative symbol before the variation time has elapsed is referred to as “temporary stop display” of the decorative symbol. Examples of “temporary stop display” include “reach”, which will be described later, and “sway fluctuation display” before “determined display”. “Swing fluctuation display” before “determined display” means that the decorative symbol is “temporary stop display”, for example, “7 symbols, blank symbols, 7 symbols”, etc., and “7 symbols, blank symbols, 7 symbols” Or “Temporary stop display” of “7 symbol / Blank symbol / 7 symbol” and display the “7 symbol / 7 symbol / 7 symbol”. This is a variable display performed at the branch point where “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is “determined display” after “” is displayed. Details of the “special symbol” and the “decorative symbol” will be described later.

(Regarding the regular winning opening 23)
There are four normal winning holes 23, three at the lower left of the game area 7 and one at the lower right. The three lower left three normal winning holes 23 are so-called “left-handed”. The game ball can be entered in the case where the game ball is placed, and the one normal winning opening 23 on the lower right side can enter the game ball when the so-called “right-handed” is performed. ing. In addition, the normal winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first start opening 21 and always allows a game ball to enter. When a game ball enters the normal winning opening 23, for example, 8 game balls are paid out as a prize ball. In addition, the arrangement position of the normal winning opening 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number may be less than four. In addition, the number of prize balls can be arbitrarily changed. For example, when a game ball enters the three left regular winning holes 23, for example, eight game balls are paid out as prize balls, When a game ball enters one normal winning opening 23, for example, three game balls may be paid out as a prize ball.

(About the big prize opening 24)
The big winning opening 24 is provided below the second start opening 22, so that a game ball can enter when a so-called “right strike” is performed. The special winning opening 24 has an open / close door 24c. When it is determined to be a win in the “special symbol hit determination process”, a winning game is executed, and the open / close door 24c is tilted forward. Allow game balls to enter. When a game ball enters the special winning opening 24, for example, 10 game balls are paid out as a prize ball. Here, in the winning game, the open / close door 24c of the special winning opening 24 opens (tilts forward) over the number of grant rounds shown in FIG. Then, when 29.5S are released (tilted forward) per round and 10 game balls are entered before 29.5S elapses, 29.5S elapses. Even before, the open / close door 24c is closed and the process proceeds to the next round, which is repeated for the specified number of rounds. On the other hand, when 29.5S has elapsed before the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a (so-called “attacker full open”), the door 24c is closed and the next round is advanced. It will be. In this case, one round game ends without reaching 10 balls, which is the prescribed number of balls per round, which is disadvantageous for the player. In the present embodiment, the open / close door 24c tilted forward is used as the special winning opening 24. However, a so-called “electric tulip” may be used, or a “shutter member” that moves back and forth in the front-rear direction. Also good. Moreover, in this embodiment, although it is the board | plate surface structure which arrange | positions one big winning opening 24, the board | board surface structure which arranges two pieces may be sufficient.

(Reel unit 26)
The reel unit 26 is provided in the center of the game board 6 (in FIG. 2, a part of the reel unit 26 is visible through the opening of the display window 26m). "Game" can be executed. That is, based on the fact that a game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, “special symbol hit determination processing” is performed, and a command indicating a special symbol variation pattern described later is received. The inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c are rotated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, by controlling the effect control board 200, the inner reel (left) 26a is rotated by driving the solenoid (left) 26g, and the solenoid (middle) 26h is driven. The inner reel (right) 26c is rotated by rotating the inner reel (middle) 26b and driving the solenoid (right) 26i. The inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c can be rotated forward and backward. Further, depending on a command indicating a special symbol variation pattern described later, the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f may be rotated. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, by controlling the effect control board 200, the solenoid (left) 26j is driven to rotate the outer reel (left) 26d and the solenoid (middle) 26k is driven. The outer reel (middle) 26e is rotated and the solenoid (right) 26l is driven to rotate the outer reel (right) 26f. The outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f can also rotate forward and backward. That is, when a game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22 and a “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and a command indicating a special symbol variation pattern described later is received, the inner reel (left ) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, inner reel (right) 26c are always rotated, and outer reel (left) 26d, outer reel (middle) 26e, and outer reel (right) 26f are rotated ( Fluctuation) and when it does not rotate (fluctuation). For example, when the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c are rotating, when a later-described variation time has elapsed and a later-described symbol stop command is received, Specifically, the reels stop in the order of the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (right) 26c, and the inner reel (middle) 26b. The inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, the inner reel (right) 26c, the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f are each independent. It is possible to rotate or simultaneously. In the following description, the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the inner reel (right) 26c may be collectively referred to simply as an “inner reel”. The outer reel (left) 26d and the outer reel The (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f may be collectively referred to simply as “outer reel”. Further, the inner reel (left) 26a and the outer reel (left) 26d may be collectively referred to simply as “left reel”, and the inner reel (middle) 26b and the outer reel (middle) 26e may be collectively referred to simply as “ The inner reel (right) 26c and the outer reel (right) 26f may be collectively referred to simply as a “right reel”.

  In addition, even if a game ball enters the first start port 21 or a game ball enters the second start port 22, the “inner reel” is rotated in common (the special symbol display differs). However, the “inner reel” used in the reel unit 26 is common). Similarly, even if a game ball enters the first start port 21 or a game ball enters the second start port 22, the “outer reel” may be rotated in common (a special symbol). Although the display is different, the “outer reel” used in the reel unit 26 is common). When the variation time has passed, if it is a win, for example, the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the “inner reel” to notify that it is a win. On the other hand, in the case of losing, for example, the symbol combination of “7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols” is confirmed and displayed to notify that it is a losing. The reel unit 26 can visually recognize a part of the design through the display window 26m, and the design is displayed at three places, "upper", "middle", and "lower" of the visible "left reel". It can be stopped. Similarly, symbols can be stopped at “upper”, “middle”, and “lower” of “middle reel” and at “upper”, “middle”, and “lower” of “right reel”. In addition, the top line that connects the “upper” of the “left reel”, the “upper” of the “middle reel”, and the “upper” of the “right reel” with the “middle” of the “left reel” “Center” of “Middle reel” and “Center” of “Right reel” with straight line, “Lower” of “Left reel”, “Lower” of “Middle reel”, “Right” A bottom line that connects the “reel” of “reel” with a straight line, a “left” of “upper”, a “middle reel” of “middle”, and a “right reel” of “lower” of a straight line A total of five lines are available: a right-down line, a “left reel” “bottom”, a “middle reel” “middle”, and a “right reel” “up” line. It is a line (a line that can display a winning or lost symbol combination). In the following, the places where each reel can be stopped may be simply represented by “upper”, “middle”, and “lower”.

(About the outline of the structure of the reel unit 26)
Here, an outline of the structure of the reel unit 26 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the reel unit 26, and FIG. 5 is a diagram showing the arrangement of reel sheets attached to the “inner reel” and the reel sheet attached to the “outer reel” in the reel unit 26. It is a figure which shows the correspondence with a symbol arrangement | sequence and an actual symbol design. As shown in FIG. 4, the reel unit 26 is provided so as to surround a cylindrical inner reel (left) 26a and an outer peripheral surface of the inner reel (left) 26a (in a double hierarchical structure). A cylindrical outer reel (left) 26d, a cylindrical inner reel (middle) 26b, and a cylinder provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the inner reel (middle) 26b (in a double hierarchical structure) A cylindrical outer reel (medium) 26e, a cylindrical inner reel (right) 26c, and a cylindrical shape provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the inner reel (right) 26c (in a double hierarchical structure) The outer reel (right) 26f is not shown in FIG. 4, but a total of six solenoids for driving the respective “inner reels” and “outer reels” are provided. Yes. Here, the “outer reel” is provided so as to surround the outer peripheral surface of the “inner reel”. However, in the reel sheet attached to the “outer reel”, a part of the transmission area (described later “ Since the non-decorative surface ”) is provided, the symbols arranged on the reel sheet to be attached to the“ inner reel ”can be visually recognized through this transmission region.

  As shown in FIG. 5A, the reel sheet of the “inner reel” is a reel sheet for the inner reel (left) 26a, a reel sheet for the inner reel (middle) 26b, and an inner reel (right) 26c. The symbols are arranged in symbol positions “0” to “11”. The symbol positions “0” to “11” on the reel sheet for the inner reel (left) 26a, the reel sheet for the inner reel (middle) 26b, and the reel sheet for the inner reel (right) 26c. The symbols arranged in the are called “decorative symbols”. Specifically, the reel sheet to be attached to the inner reel (left) 26a is “GO symbol” at symbol position “0”, “GO symbol” at symbol position “1”, symbol symbol “2”. “7 symbols”, symbol position “3” “blank symbol”, symbol position “4” “7 symbol”, symbol position “5” “blank symbol”, symbol position “6” “ “Female character design”, “Blank design” at design position “7”, “Male character design” at design location “8”, “Blank design” at design location “9”, “Blank design” at design location “10” A “blank symbol” is arranged at the position “11” of the symbol position “11”. Next, the reel sheet to be attached to the inner reel (b) 26b is “special blank symbol” at symbol position “0”, “blank symbol” at symbol position “1”, symbol symbol “2”. “Male character design”, symbol position “3” “female character design”, symbol position “4” “blank symbol”, symbol position “5” “7 symbol”, symbol position “6” “7 symbol”, symbol position “7” “GO symbol”, symbol position “8”, “9”, “10” “special reach development suggestion symbol”, symbol position “11” “ "Blank design" is arranged. Next, the reel sheet attached to the inner reel (right) 26c is “special blank symbol” at symbol position “0”, “blank symbol” at symbol position “1”, and symbol position “2”. “Male character design”, symbol position “3” with “blank symbol”, symbol position “4” with “female character symbol”, symbol position “5” with “blank symbol”, symbol position “6” “7 symbols”, symbol position “7” “blank symbol”, symbol position “8” “7 symbols”, symbol position “9” “GO symbols”, symbol position “10” “GO” A “blank symbol” is arranged at symbol number “11”. If the result of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is a win, the symbol combination consisting of “GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol” (single line or double line), “7 symbol / 7” Symbol combination consisting of “7 symbols” (single line or double line alignment), symbol combination consisting of “female character design / female character design / female character design” (single line alignment), “male character design / male character” Any symbol combination of “symbol / male character symbol” (single line alignment) can be confirmed and displayed. On the other hand, if the result of the “special symbol per unit determination processing” is a loss, if the reach is not accompanied, for example, the symbol combination of “GO symbol / male character symbol / blank symbol” can be confirmed and displayed. For example, “7 symbols / blank symbols / 7 symbols” can be confirmed and displayed. Note that “blank symbol”, “special blank symbol”, and “special reach development suggestion symbol” are not symbols used as a symbol combination (definite display) at the time of hitting, but “special blank symbol” and “special reach development” The “suggested symbol” may be used during reach (details of the effect will be described later).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5B, the “GO symbol” in the inner reel is designed as “GO” in the actual symbol design, and “7 symbol” is “7” in the actual symbol design. The “blank design” is designed as a “pattern imitating the road” in the actual design, and the “female character design” is designed as a “female character” in the actual design. The “male character design” is the “male character” designed in the actual design, and the “special blank design” is the “checker design” (described later, the start line and the goal line). The “special reach development suggestion design” is designed as “GP RACE” in the actual design design. That.

  As shown in FIG. 5A, the reel sheet of the “outer reel” is a reel sheet for the outer reel (left) 26d, a reel sheet for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and an outer reel (right) 26f. The symbols are arranged in symbol positions “0” to “11”. The symbol positions “0” to “11” on the reel sheet for the outer reel (left) 26d, the reel sheet for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the reel sheet for the outer reel (right) 26f The symbols placed in are referred to as “production symbols”. Specifically, the reel sheet attached to the outer reel (left) 26d has symbol positions “0”, “1”, “2”, “chance suggestion symbol”, symbol position “3”, “4”, “5” is “non-decorative surface”, symbol positions “6”, “7”, “8” are “mob car symbol A”, symbol positions “9”, “10” No. “11” and “Mob Car Symbol B” are arranged. Next, the reel sheets to be attached to the outer reel (medium) 26e are “PUSH button symbols”, symbol positions “3”, “4” at symbol positions “0”, “1” and “2”. ”,“ 5 ”,“ non-decorated surface ”, symbol positions“ 6 ”,“ 7 ”,“ 8 ”,“ hero character car symbol ”, symbol positions“ 9 ”,“ 10 ”, “V symbol” is arranged at “11”. Next, the reel sheet attached to the outer reel (right) 26f has symbol positions “0”, “1”, “2” with “opposing character A car symbol”, symbol position “3”, “4”, “5” is “non-decorative surface”, symbol positions “6”, “7”, “8” are “opposition character C car symbol”, symbol positions “9”, “10” “Counter-Character B Car Design” is arranged at “No.” and “11”. In other words, in all of the reel sheet for the outer reel (left) 26d, the reel sheet for the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the reel sheet for the outer reel (right) 26f, the symbol positions at three locations are roughly the same. One “production design” is formed by using. In addition, as described above, the “non-decorative surface” is not particularly drawn with a pattern or the like, and is simply provided as a transmissive area. “Non-decorated surface” is “upper”, “middle”, “lower” of “left reel”, “upper”, “middle”, “lower” of “middle reel”, “right reel” The “up”, “middle”, and “bottom” are stopped at three locations respectively, so that the change display of the symbols on the “inner reel” can be visually recognized. Also, in other “production symbols”, the region where the symbol is provided is a non-transparent region, but the region where the symbol is not provided is a transparent region. It is also possible to visually recognize the variable display of symbols. Details of other “effect designs” and effects will be described later.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 5B, the “chance suggestion symbol” on the outer reel is designed as “Helicopter” and “Chance!” In the actual symbol design, and “Mob vehicle symbol A” In the actual design, “Car No. 12” is designed, and “Mob Car Design B” is designed as “Car No. 17” in the actual design. The “PUSH button design” is designed with “Push” in the actual design, the “hero character car design” is designed with the “hero character's car” in the actual design, and the “V design” is In the actual design, “V” and “Victory” are designed, and the “Character A car design” is designed as “Car No. 60” in the actual design. The “Character Character C Car Design” is designed as “Car No. 18” in the actual design, and the “Character Character B Car Design” is “No. 13 in the actual design. "The car drawn" is designed. Note that the “non-decorative surface” is a design on which no such design is applied, and therefore, the description is omitted in FIG.

  Although not shown in FIG. 4, there are three places “up”, “middle”, and “bottom” of “left reel”, and three places “top”, “middle”, and “bottom” of “middle reel”. A total of nine backlights are provided at each of the three locations of “upper”, “middle”, and “lower” of the “right reel” so as to be located on the back side of the reel seat. Improves sex. Moreover, the said backlight is comprised by full color LED, and can light-emit with a different color according to a game state by control of the production control board 200. FIG. For example, in the “normal game state”, the backlight is turned on in white, and 100 rotations after winning game with “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, and “special symbol H” described later (probability game state) ), The backlight is lit in green, and if it is 100 revolutions after winning game with “special symbol G” described later (short-time gaming state), the backlight is lit in green and “special symbol” described later is used. If it is 30 revolutions after hitting game with “A” (short-time gaming state), the backlight is turned on in light blue (lights up in white from the 31st rotation), and after the winning game with “special symbol B” described later. If it is 30 rotations (probability game state), the backlight is turned on in light blue (lights up in white from the 31st rotation), and after 30 games (probability change game state) after a winning game with “Special Symbol C” described later. If there is, turn the backlight light blue. That (31 to light in green from the revolution). Note that in a gaming machine using a liquid crystal display device without using a reel, the same thing can be executed with the background color of the liquid crystal display device instead of the backlight.

(About the symbol display device 27)
The configuration of the game board 6 will be described again with reference to FIG. The symbol display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18), which is an area different from the game area 7 of the game board 6. As shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a “symbol changing game” based on the fact that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21. A special symbol display device 27 a and a second special symbol display device 27 b for executing a “design variation game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b are constituted by a “7” segment display device. In the “design variation game”, the special symbol is changed from “−” to “−”. ”(Horizontal bar symbol) blinks, and when it is time to derive the determination result of“ special symbol per symbol determination processing ”, if it is a loss,“-”(horizontal bar symbol) is lit (determined) and If there is, for example, “7” is lit (determined). That is, the “special symbol” refers to a symbol whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. In the present embodiment, the “special symbol” and the “decorative symbol” may be simply referred to as “symbol” or “identification information”.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to hold the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. A first special symbol hold indicator 27c that displays the number, a second special symbol hold indicator 27d that displays the number of “symbol-changing games” held based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22; , Is provided. Here, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d are each composed of two dot LED indicators, and are “off”, “on”, and “flashing”. It is possible to display the number of holds. For example, when the number of holdings is “0”, any dot LED display is “turned off”, and when the number of holdings is “1”, one is “lit” and the other is “off”. When the number of holds is “2”, both are “lit”, and when the number of holds is “3”, one is “lit”, the other “flashes”, and the number of holds is In the case of “4”, both “blink”. The first special symbol hold indicator 27c always synchronizes with the number of holds that are lit on a first special symbol hold indicator lamp 31 to be described later, and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is a second special symbol hold indicator 27d. It always synchronizes with the number of holds displayed on the symbol hold display lamp 32. For example, when the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is both “flashing” (when the number of holds is four), four first special symbol hold display lamps 31 are lit.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 and executes a “normal symbol variation game” based on the fact that a game ball has passed to the gate member 20. A display 27e is provided. Here, the normal symbol display 27e is composed of two dot LED indicators. In the “ordinary symbol variation game”, one mode is turned on and the other is turned off from the start of variation. When the timing for deriving the determination result of the “normal symbol determination process” is repeated, the confirmation display that turns on one and turns off the other is performed. If so, a definite display is performed in which one is turned off and the other is turned on.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 displays the number of the “normal symbol variation game” held based on the display control of the main control board 100 and the game ball passing through the gate member 20. A normal symbol hold indicator 27f for displaying is provided. The normal symbol hold indicator 27f is composed of two dot LED indicators, like the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d described above. Since the display mode is the same, detailed description is omitted.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display “the number of rounds (granted rounds in FIG. A round indicator 27g for displaying “number”) is provided. Here, the round indicator 27g is composed of two dot LED indicators, one of which lights when “7 round winning game” is being executed, and the other is “16 round winning game”. Lights up when “” is executed. In this embodiment, since it has “7 round winning game” and “16 round winning game”, it is composed of two dot LED displays. Depending on the number, the number of dot LED displays can also be changed. For example, when three types of winning games are provided as winning games, they can be configured with three dot LED displays.

(About the first special symbol hold display lamp 31)
The first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is provided below the reel unit 26, and as shown in FIG. 3, display control is performed by the effect control board 200, and a game ball enters the first start port 21. It is provided so as to be able to notify the number of “symbol changing games” held based on what has been done. In other words, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is composed of four LEDs, and when one LED is lit, it is notified that the number of holds of the “symbol variable game” is one. When two LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of “symbol changing game” is on hold, and when three LEDs are lit, the “symbol changing game” It is informed that the number of holds is 3, and when the four LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of holds in the “symbol changing game” is 4.

(About the second special symbol hold display lamp 32)
The second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is provided below the reel unit 26, and as shown in FIG. 3, the display control is performed by the effect control board 200, and the game ball enters the second start port 22. It is provided so as to be able to notify the number of “symbol changing games” held based on what has been done. In other words, the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is composed of four LEDs, and when one LED is lit, it is notified that the number of holds of the “symbol fluctuation game” is one. When two LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of “symbol changing game” is on hold, and when three LEDs are lit, the “symbol changing game” It is informed that the number of holds is 3, and when the four LEDs are lit, it is notified that the number of holds in the “symbol changing game” is 4.

(Internal configuration of pachinko machine 1)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 on the rear side of the middle frame 3. As shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 are only unidirectionally communicated from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 via a harness or the like (not shown). Are connected to enable. The main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness or the like so that bidirectional communication is possible. Further, the power supply board 400 receives supply of external power through a power plug (not shown) and supplies the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Even so, it is connected so that it can be supplied.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SWs is possible, and display control to various displays, And it is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that drive control to various solenoids becomes possible. In addition, the production control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like so that input from various SWs is possible, and the harness or the relay board can be controlled to various devices. Etc. are connected through.

(Regarding the main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs control processing, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program necessary for the control processing, and a main ROM that can be read and written necessary for the control processing. A RAM 103 is provided. Further, although not shown in the figure, in addition to these, an interrupt controller circuit for giving an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit for generating a random number within a certain range, and the like are provided. The control processing in the main CPU 101 will be described in detail later using a flowchart.

(Regarding the production control board 200)
As shown in FIG. 3, the effect control board 200 has a sub CPU 201 that performs effect control processing, a sub ROM 202 that stores a control program necessary for the effect control processing, and reading and writing necessary for the effect control processing. A possible sub-RAM 203 is provided. Further, although not shown in the figure, in addition to these, an interrupt controller circuit for giving an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit for generating a random number in a certain range, and the like are provided. The production control includes drive control of the reel unit 26, sound output control of the speaker 10, light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and a panel lighting device 29 described later, and takes charge of sound output control of the speaker 10. A sound source IC, a sound ROM, a sound RAM, a light emitting device 9, and a lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, and the like responsible for light emission control of the panel lighting device 29 are provided. The control processing in the sub CPU 201 will be described in detail later using a flowchart.

(About the payout control board 300)
As shown in FIG. 3, the payout control board 300 has a payout CPU 301 for performing payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 for storing a control program necessary for the payout control processing, and reading and writing necessary for the payout control processing. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. Further, a payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the payout device 304, a game ball is paid out to the upper tray 5a. More specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when information on the detection of a game ball is input from a first start port detection SW 21a, which will be described later, the main control board 100 so as to pay out three prize balls. A payout command signal is transmitted to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300 receiving the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304 to pay out three prize balls to the upper tray 5a. When the payout of the three balls is completed, a payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the first start port detection SW 21a. Complete payout of game balls for.

  In addition, the discharge control board 300 is connected to the launch handle 8 via a harness or the like, and the player holds the launch handle 8 and inputs the rotation amount of the launch handle 8 described above. It is like that. In addition, a launching device 305 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launching device 305, a game ball is launched into the game area 7. More specifically, the payout control board 300 corresponds to the turning amount of the launching handle 8 when the player holds the launching handle 8 from the launching handle 8 or when the turning amount of the launching handle 8 is input. The launching device 305 is controlled with the launch intensity to launch a game ball. Although not shown in FIG. 3, the payout control board 300 is connected so as to receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. 1 via a ball lending unit or the like. When the lending button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304 so that the number of game balls corresponding to one operation of the ball lending button 12 (for example, 125 balls). Is dispensed to the upper tray 5a.

(About power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 3, a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, and a payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via a harness or the like. As described above, a power plug (not shown) In response to the supply of external electric power, the supplied external electric power is supplied to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Although not shown, the power supply substrate 400 is provided with a conversion circuit for converting external power (AC 100 volts) to DC 24 volts.

(Regarding the frame opening detection SW3a)
The frame opening detection SW 3 a is provided for each of the outer frame 2 and the middle frame 3, and is a SW for detecting the open / closed state of the middle frame 3. That is, the frame opening detection SW 3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and are closed when the middle frame 3 is accommodated with respect to the outer frame 2 (closed state). Information indicating the state is input to the main control board 100. Then, the main control board 100 having input the information indicating the closed state can detect that the middle frame 3 is in a state of being accommodated with respect to the outer frame 2. On the other hand, when the middle frame 3 is not accommodated with respect to the outer frame 2 (open state), the information in the above-described closed state is not input to the main control board 100 and is not input. 100 can detect that the middle frame 3 is not accommodated with respect to the outer frame 2.

(Regarding the gate detection SW 20a)
The gate detection SW 20 a is provided inside the passage opening of the gate member 20 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has passed through the gate member 20. That is, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and when the passing of the game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Become. The main control board 100 that has input the detected information does not execute the “ordinary symbol variation game” in the ordinary symbol hold display device 27f, and the number of the “ordinary symbol variation game” is held is zero. In this case, control is performed to immediately execute the “ordinary symbol variation game”, and when the number of the “ordinary symbol variation game” is 1 to 3, the execution of the “ordinary symbol variation game” is suspended. If the number of “ordinary symbol variation game” is four, the control is performed so that the “ordinary symbol variation game” is not suspended.

(About the first start port detection SW 21a)
The first start port detection SW 21 a is provided inside the winning port of the first start port 21 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the first start port 21. That is, the first start port detection SW 21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when the entry of a game ball is detected. Will be. The main control board 100 that has input the detected information performs a process for paying out the three game balls to the payout control board 300 as a prize ball when the game ball enters the first start port 21. Do. Further, when the main control board 100 detects the entry of a game ball, neither the first special symbol display device 27a nor the second special symbol display device 27b is executing the “design variation game”. In addition, when the number of holds in the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is 0, the “special variation game” is immediately executed in the first special symbol indicator 27a. If the number of “symbol variation game” held in the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is 1 to 3, control is performed so that the execution of the “symbol variation game” is suspended, and the first special symbol hold When the number of “symbol changing games” held on the display device 27c is 4, control is performed so that the execution of the “symbol changing game” is not suspended. Further, when the first start opening detection SW 21a detects the entry of the game ball, the main control board 100 transmits a first start opening prize command (see FIG. 12) to the effect control board 200, and the “design variation game” At the start of “”, a first start port hold command (a command indicating that the hold has decreased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. Thereby, also on the effect control board 200, the number of “symbol changing games” held in the first special symbol holding display 27c can be recognized.

(About the second start port detection SW 22a)
The second start port detection SW 22 a is provided inside the winning port of the second start port 22 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the second start port 22. That is, the second start port detection SW 22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 that has input the detected information performs a process for causing the payout control board 300 to pay out two game balls as prize balls when the game balls enter the second start port 22. Do. Further, when the main control board 100 detects the entry of a game ball, neither the first special symbol display device 27a nor the second special symbol display device 27b is executing the “design variation game”. When the number of holds on the second special symbol display 27d is 0, the second special symbol display 27b is immediately controlled to execute the “symbol changing game” to display the second special symbol hold display. When the number of the “symbol fluctuation game” held in the device 27d is 1 to 3, the execution of the “symbol variation game” is controlled to be suspended, and the “symbol variation game” in the second special symbol hold display device 27d is controlled. In the case where the number of holds is 4, the control is performed so as not to hold the execution of the “design variation game”. Further, when the second start port detection SW 22a detects the entry of a game ball, the main control board 100 transmits a second start port winning command (see FIG. 13) to the effect control board 200, and the “design variation game” At the start of "", a second start port hold command (a command indicating that the hold has decreased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. Thereby, also on the effect control board 200, the number of “symbol changing games” held in the second special symbol hold indicator 27d can be recognized.

(About the second start-up opening / closing solenoid 22b)
The second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second start port 22, and is a solenoid for causing the blade member 22c provided in the second start port 22 to perform an opening / closing operation. That is, the second start opening / closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 is determined to be a hit in the “normal symbol hit determination process” described above. In this case, the second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b is driven and controlled in order to open and close in the open / close mode indicated by "Opening / closing mode of second start port" in FIG.

(Regarding the normal winning opening detection SW 23a)
The normal winning opening detection SW 23 a is provided inside the winning opening of the normal winning opening 23 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the normal winning opening 23. In other words, the normal winning a prize opening detection SW 23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board or the like, and when the game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 that has input the detected information performs processing for causing the payout control board 300 to pay out eight game balls as winning balls when the game balls have entered the normal winning opening 23. .

(About the winning prize detection SW 24a)
The special winning opening detection SW 24 a is provided within the winning opening of the special winning opening 24 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the special winning opening 24. In other words, the special winning opening detection SW 24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 that has input the detected information performs processing for causing the payout control board 300 to pay out 10 game balls as prize balls when the game balls enter the big prize opening 24. . Further, the main control board 100 transmits to the effect control board 200 a big prize opening prize command indicating that a game ball has entered the big prize opening 24. Thereby, also in the production control board 200, the state of the game ball entering the special winning opening 24 can be recognized.

(About the big prize opening / closing solenoid 24b)
The special prize opening / closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the special prize opening 24, and is a solenoid for causing the opening / closing door 24c provided in the above-described special prize opening 24 to perform an opening / closing operation. In other words, the special prize opening / closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 is determined to be a hit in the “special symbol hit determination process”. In order to open and close the open / close door 24c for the number of rounds given in FIG. 7A described later, the special winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

(About the first special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display device 27 a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a “symbol variation game” based on the game ball entering the first start port 21. It is a display for doing. That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 is connected to the “special variation game” in the first special symbol display 27a. When the execution condition is satisfied, the first special symbol display device 27a performs display control of the “symbol variation game”. Note that the execution condition of the “symbol variation game” in the first special symbol display device 27a is satisfied is a negative determination in the process of step S103-2-4 in the “special symbol variation start process” (see FIG. 15) described later. This is the case.

(About the second special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display device 27 b is provided in the symbol display device 27, is controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a “symbol variation game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is a display for doing. That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 is connected to the “special variation game” in the second special symbol display 27b. When the execution condition is satisfied, the “special variation game” is displayed and controlled in the second special symbol display device 27b. Note that the execution condition of the “symbol variation game” in the second special symbol display device 27b is satisfied is determined to be negative in the process of step S103-2-1 in the “special symbol variation start process” (see FIG. 15). Time applies.

(About the first special symbol hold indicator 27c)
The first special symbol hold display device 27 c is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is a “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. It is a display for displaying the number of holds. That is, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 detects the game ball detected by the first start port detection SW 21a. When the upper limit value (4 pieces) for holding is not reached, the first special symbol holding indicator 27c is controlled to be displayed (lights from off or blinks from on). On the other hand, when the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the currently changing first start port 21 is finished, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is controlled to display (lights from blinking or lights up). Turn off the light.

(About the second special symbol hold indicator 27d)
The second special symbol hold display device 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is controlled by the main control board 100 to display a “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is a display for displaying the number of holds. That is, the second special symbol hold indicator 27d and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the second start port detection SW 22a. When the upper limit value (4 pieces) for holding is not reached, the second special symbol holding indicator 27d is controlled to be displayed (lights from off or blinks from on). On the other hand, when the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 that is currently fluctuating is finished, the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is controlled to display (lights from blinking or lights up). Turn off the light.

(Regarding the normal symbol display 27e)
The normal symbol display device 27e is provided on the symbol display device 27 and is a display device for executing a “normal symbol variation game” whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 has an execution condition of the “normal symbol variation game” in the normal symbol display 27e. When established, the normal symbol display 27e controls display of the “normal symbol variation game”.

(Regarding the normal symbol hold indicator 27f)
The normal symbol hold display device 27f is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is controlled by the main control board 100. The normal symbol hold display device 27f indicates the number of “normal symbol variation game” hold based on the game ball passing to the gate member 20. It is a display for displaying. That is, the normal symbol hold indicator 27f and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 holds the information when the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW 20a. When the upper limit value (4 pieces) of the normal symbol is not reached, the normal symbol hold display device 27f is controlled to be displayed (lights up from off or blinks from on). On the other hand, when the currently changing “ordinary symbol variation game” is finished, the normal symbol hold display device 27f is controlled to display (turns on and off from blinking).

(About round indicator 27g)
The round indicator 27g is provided on the symbol display device 27, and is a display that is display-controlled by the main control board 100 and displays the number of times the big winning opening 24 is opened in the above-described winning game. That is, the round indicator 27g and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the “symbol variation game” determined to be a winning in the “special symbol per unit determination process” is terminated. When the special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b displays a special symbol (for example, “7”) indicating the winning, the round indicator 27g corresponding to the determined winning game is controlled to be lit. When the winning game is being executed, the round indicator 27g is continuously controlled to be turned on. When the winning game is completed, the round indicator 27g is controlled to be turned off. In addition, in this embodiment, since it has two types of grant round numbers, the round indicator 27g was provided. However, if only one type of grant round numbers is provided, it is necessary to provide the round indicator 27g. Absent.

(About light emitting device 9)
As described with reference to FIG. 1, the light-emitting device 9 includes a lamp, an LED, and the like, and can decorate the pachinko gaming machine 1 by light emission. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the light emitting apparatus 9 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200. Note that the above-described backlight is included in the light emitting device 9.

(About the speaker 10)
As described with reference to FIG. 1, the speaker 10 can output sound and sound effects. Further, for example, when information indicating that the closed state is not input from the frame open detection SW 3a described above, a notification sound that the middle frame 3 is in the open state can be output (various error notification sounds can be output). That is, the speaker 10 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the sound described above is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the effect control board 200.

(About 7-segment display 28)
As shown in FIG. 2, the 7-segment indicator 28 is provided below the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 and the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 (four), and is developed to reach. Display to notify, display to advance to reach that is more likely to be awarded from reach, display to notify that it will win, display related to `` timer notice '' described later, In addition, it is possible to display the number of “usual support state” described later and the total number of acquired balls indicating the number of game balls acquired in the winning game.

(About panel lighting device 29)
The panel lighting device 29 is provided above the reel unit 26 and is configured by so-called dot LEDs. In addition, using the dot LED, a display for giving a notice of advancement to reach and a display for giving a notice of winning are possible. That is, the board lighting device 29 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the board lighting device 29 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200. Note that a light guide plate that can display a predetermined image by projecting light may be provided as the panel lighting device 29.

(Regarding the production button drive device 30)
The effect button drive device 30 is constituted by, for example, a motor or the like, and the motor is provided in the effect button 14, and the effect button 14 can be vibrated. In addition, since the scene which drives the drive device 30 for production buttons is as above-mentioned, detailed description here is abbreviate | omitted.

(Regarding the production button detection SW 14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided on the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the player has pressed the effect button 14 when the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect button detection SW 14a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200 that has input information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed controls the effect according to the press of the effect button 14 via the reel unit 26 or the speaker 10. Here, for example, the effect button 14 has an operation effective period set for a predetermined time in the “symbol changing game”, and the effect button detection SW 14a detects only pressing when the operation effective period is set.

(About production lever detection SW15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided in the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 is operated by the player when the effect lever 15 is in the operation effective period. That is, the effect lever detection SW 15a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200 having input information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated controls the effect according to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the reel unit 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the “symbol changing game”, the effect lever 15 is set with an operation effective period over a predetermined time, and the effect lever detection SW 15a detects only an operation when the operation effective period is set.

(About the cross key detection SW 16a)
The cross key detection SW 16a is provided on the cross key button 16 and is a switch for detecting that the cross key button 16 is pressed by the player. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. It has become. As described above, the light amount emitted from the light emitting device 9 and the light amount emitted from the panel lighting device 29 described later can be adjusted by operating the cross key button 16. Specifically, when the up button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the light amount can be increased (stepwise), and when the down button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the light amount is decreased (stepwise). When the right direction button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be increased (stepwise), and when the left direction button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be decreased (stepwise). . The amount of light may be set in three levels of “strong”, “medium”, and “weak”, or may be set in five more subdivided levels. In addition, the volume may be set in three levels, “large”, “medium”, and “small”, or may be set in five more detailed levels. Moreover, you may make it emit the adjustment sound which shows the adjustment degree of a light quantity or a volume. The light amount adjustment and the volume adjustment can be performed when the “symbol variation game” is not performed, but may be performed even when the “symbol variation game” is performed. . In this case, it is preferable to perform the adjustment without generating the adjustment sound described above or by outputting the adjustment sound at a low volume. Then, it is possible to prevent the effect sound corresponding to the “symbol changing game” from being disturbed by the adjustment sound.

(About special symbol per judgment table)
The special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6A is stored in the main ROM 102. When the gaming state is the “normal gaming state” and when it is the “short-time gaming state”, “special symbol hit determination” is performed. When the probability of determining “winning” in the “processing” is “1/199”, the probability of determining “losing” is “198/199”, and the gaming state is “probable gaming state” In the “special symbol hit determination process”, the probability of being determined to be “win” is “1/97”, and the probability of being determined to be “lost” is “96/97”. That is, when the gaming state is the “probability gaming state”, the probability of being determined as “winning” is higher than the “normal gaming state” or the “short-time gaming state”, so the “probability gaming state” It can be said that the game state is more advantageous for the player than the “normal game state” and the “short-time game state”. In addition, in the “short-time gaming state” and “probability gaming state”, as shown in FIG. 6B and FIG. 7B described later, the “normal symbol” is compared to the “normal gaming state”. In the “hit determination process”, an advantageous open / close mode is selected as the open / close mode of the projecting member of the second start port 22 when it is easy to hit the “win” and hit the “win”. The “state” is the gaming state that is most advantageous for the player, the “short-time gaming state” is the gaming state that is advantageous for the player, and the “normal gaming state” is the gaming state that is most disadvantageous for the player. In the following description, “normal gaming state” and “short-time gaming state” may be collectively referred to as “low probability state”, and “probability gaming state” may be referred to as “high probability state”. There is. In addition, the “normal gaming state” may be referred to as “non-changing state” or “non-changing state”. “Medium”, “Variable state”, “Improved entrance rate”, “Normal support state”, etc.

(Regarding the normal symbol per table)
The normal symbol hit determination table of FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102. Then, when the gaming state is “normal gaming state”, the probability of being determined as “winning” in the “ordinary symbol winning determination process” is “4/256”, and the probability of being determined as “losing” is “ 252/256 ”, and the probability of being“ winning ”in the“ ordinary symbol winning determination process ”is“ 251 ”in the“ short-time gaming state ”and the“ probability variable gaming state ”. / 256 ”is“ 5/256 ”. Therefore, it is easier to determine “win” in the “normal symbol hit determination process” in the “short-time game state” or “probability game state” than in the “normal game state”. It can be said that this is an advantageous gaming state for the player.

  In the special symbol hit determination table, the probability of being hit in the low probability state is “1/199” and the probability of being hit in the high probability state is “1/97”. It may be changed or may have a different hit probability for each set value of a plurality of stages. For example, if three set values are provided and the set value is “1”, the probability of being determined to be hit in the low probability state is “1/199”, and the probability of being determined to be win in the high probability state is If the setting value is “3” as “1/97”, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the low probability state is “1/210”, and the probability of being determined to be a hit in the high probability state is “1/105”. ”May be set according to the set value so that it is easy to hit and hard to hit, so that the degree of advantage and disadvantage can be set at the game store side. Similarly, in the normal symbol hit determination table, a plurality of stages of setting values may be provided.

(About special symbol determination table)
In the special symbol determination table of FIG. 7A, the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first start port 21. In the case of “losing”, reference is made when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a. (1) A game ball is placed on the table for the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22. As a result of performing the “special symbol per unit determination process” based on the entered ball, the special symbol that is confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display unit 27b depending on whether it is “winning” or “lost”. And (2) a table for the second start port 22 which are referred to when determining the value, and these are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol by referring to a table corresponding to a start opening into which a game ball has entered in a “special symbol determination process” (see FIG. 15) described later.

  In the special symbol determination table of (1) in FIG. 7A, when the “special symbol per unit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 determines that “special symbol A”, “ Any special symbol is determined from “special symbol B”, “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, and “special symbol E”. Specifically, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for determining a special symbol is obtained, and any special symbol is obtained with reference to the acquired random number for determining a special symbol. decide. For example, if the acquired special symbol determining random number is “0 to 49”, “special symbol A” is determined, and if the acquired special symbol determining random number is “50 to 79”, “special symbol B”. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is “80 to 88”, the “special symbol C” is determined. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is “89 to 97”, the “special symbol” is determined. D ”is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is“ 98 to 99 ”,“ special symbol E ”is determined. When the special symbol is determined, the “granting number of rounds”, the “winning gaming state”, and the “common figure support state” are uniquely determined. Here, the “common symbol support state” is easily determined to be a hit in the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 6B until the special symbol and the decorative symbol change count is 30 times or 100 times. In addition, in the normal symbol determination table shown in FIG. 7 (B), when it is determined to be a win, the state in which the opening / closing mode of “1.8S × 3 times” is selected as the opening / closing mode of the second starting port. Say. For example, when “special symbol A” is determined, “7 rounds” is given as “number of granted rounds”, “short-time gaming state” is given as “winning gaming state”, 30 times are awarded. In addition, when “special symbol B” is determined, “7 rounds” is given as “number of granted rounds”, and “probability gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)” is given as “winning gaming state” , 30 times will be given as a normal support state. In addition, when “special symbol C” is determined, “7 rounds” is given as “granting rounds”, and “probable gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)” is given as “winning gaming state” , 100 times are given as the usual support state. In addition, when “special symbol D” is determined, “7 rounds” is given as “granting rounds”, and “probability gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)” is given as “winning gaming state” , 100 times are given as the usual support state. When “special symbol E” is determined, “16 rounds” is given as “number of granted rounds”, and “probability gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)” is given as “winning gaming state”. , 100 times are given as the usual support state. On the other hand, if the result of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is “losing”, the main CPU 101 determines “special symbol F”, and “special symbol F” includes “number of granted rounds” and “ The “usual support state” is not defined, and the “game state after winning” is “maintained”.

  Further, in the special symbol determination table of (2) of FIG. 7A, when the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 determines “special symbol F”. To do. Since the specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. 7A described above, description thereof will be omitted, but the special symbol determination table in (2) of FIG. It is different in that it is a table to be referred to when entering the starting port 22. For example, when the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is “0 to 49” and “special symbol G” is determined, “16 rounds” is granted as the “number of granted rounds”, "Time-short game state" is given, and 100 times is given as the usual support state. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is “50 to 99” and “special symbol H” is determined, “16 rounds” is given as the “number of rounds to be granted” "Probability change gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)" is given, and 100 times is given as the usual support state. In the special symbol determination table of (2), even if any random number of random numbers “0 to 99” for determining the special symbol is extracted, “16 rounds” is uniformly given as the “number of rounds to be granted”. Therefore, it can be said that the table is advantageous to the player from the viewpoint that the number of granted rounds is larger than in the case where it is determined to be a win in the special symbol determination table of (1).

  When “special symbol A” is determined, “1” is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When “special symbol B” is determined, “1.” is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When “special symbol C” is determined, “3” is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When “special symbol D” is determined, “5” is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. table When “special symbol E” is determined, “5.” is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the hit game to the end of the hit game. indicate. On the other hand, when “special symbol F” is determined, “−” (horizontal bar symbol) is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a (“7” segment indicator) at the timing of final display. When “special symbol G” is determined, “7” is displayed on the second special symbol indicator 27b (“7” segment indicator) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When “special symbol H” is determined, “7.” is displayed on the second special symbol display 27b (“7” segment display) from the start of the winning game to the end of the winning game. When “special symbol I” is determined, “−” (horizontal bar symbol) is displayed on the second special symbol display unit 27b (“7” segment display unit) at the final display timing.

  In the present embodiment, no setting value is provided in the special symbol determination table, but a setting value may be provided. For example, the special symbol determination ratio may be different between the case where the set value is “1” and the case where the set value is “3”. In this case, the rush rate to the “probability game state” is common to all the set values, but the “granted round number” may be varied for each set value. For example, an advantageous round number may be easily given as the set value is “1”, or an advantageous round number may be easily given as the set value is “3”.

(Regular symbol determination table)
The normal symbol determination table of FIG. 7B is stored in the main ROM 102. As a result of performing the “normal symbol hit determination process” based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20, “normal” is determined. It is a table that is referred to when determining a normal symbol to be fixedly displayed on the normal symbol display device 27e depending on whether it is “lost” or not. When the game state is “normal game state” and the “normal symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 performs “normal symbol related processing”. In the “determination process”, “ordinary symbol A” is determined, and when it is “lost”, “normal symbol B” is determined. Further, when the game state is “time saving game state” and when the game state is “probability game state”, the result of the “normal symbol hit determination process” is “winning”. In “normal symbol determination processing” performed in “normal symbol related processing”, “normal symbol C” is determined, and when it is “lost”, “normal symbol D” is determined. In addition, in the normal symbol, the content to be given is uniquely determined as in the special symbol described above. When “ordinary symbol A” is determined, the projecting member of the second start port 22 opens once at “0.9S”, and when “normal symbol B” is determined, the second start port 22 The protruding member does not open. When “ordinary symbol C” is determined, the projecting member of the second start port 22 opens “1.8S” three times, and when “normal symbol D” is determined, the second start port 22 projecting members do not open. Therefore, when the “short-time gaming state” or the “probability gaming state” is “winning” rather than the “normal gaming state”, the opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second start port 22 Therefore, it can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player. In the present embodiment, the set value is not provided in the normal symbol determination table, but a set value may be provided. For example, for each set value, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the “normal symbol hit determination process” may be different. The set value “1” is easier to hit than the set value “3”. It may be, or vice versa. Moreover, the opening / closing mode of the second start port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, the setting value “1” may be opened and closed in an advantageous opening / closing manner compared to the setting value “3”, or vice versa.

(Regarding the relationship between the game state and mode after winning and selectable decorative patterns)
FIG. 7C is a diagram showing the relationship between the gaming state and mode after winning determined in the winning special symbol, and selectable decorative symbols. For example, “special symbol A” transitions to “short-time gaming state” as the winning gaming state, and “special symbol B” transitions to “probable gaming state” 100 times as the winning gaming state. “Special symbol C” transitions to 100 “probability gaming state” as the winning gaming state, and “Special symbol D” transitions to “probability gaming state” 100 times as the winning gaming state. “Special symbol E” shifts to “probable gaming state” 100 times as a winning game state, “Special symbol G” shifts to “time-short gaming state” as a winning gaming state, and “special symbol H” "" Shifts to "probability game state" 100 times as the game state after winning. That is, the “probability game state” in the present embodiment is a so-called ST (special time) machine with an upper limit of 100 times. Further, “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol C” are “GO symbol / GO” as decorative symbols (combination of decorative symbols for hitting) that can be selected by controlling the effect control board 200. You can select any of the following: “Design / GO design”, “Female character design / Female character design / Female character design”, and “Male character design / Male character design / Male character design” “D-pattern” includes “7-pattern / 7-pattern / 7-pattern (single line)”, “GO-pattern / GO-pattern / GO-pattern”, “female character-pattern / female character-pattern / female character-pattern”, “ You can select any one of “Men character design / Men character design / Men character design”, and “Special design E”, “Special design G” and “Special design H” are “7 designs and 7 designs”.・ 7 patterns (double line assortment ) ", Which is a possible selection. In addition, “special symbol A” and “special symbol B” shift to “normal support mode” as a mode from one rotation after hitting, and “normal mode” as a mode from 31 rotations after hitting. . Here, the “normal support mode” is a mode for notifying that there is a general support state. For example, the above-described backlight is lit in light blue or green. This is a mode for notifying that there is no normal support state, for example, a state in which the above-mentioned backlight is lit in white. In addition, after hitting with “special symbol A”, it is stipulated that if the special symbol and decorative symbol are changed 30 times, it is determined that the “short game state” will shift to “normal game state”. After 31 rotations, the “normal support mode” is completed and the mode is changed to the “normal mode”. Therefore, the player is made to recognize that the short game state has been given 30 times. On the other hand, after hitting with “special symbol B”, it is determined that the “special change game state” is maintained until the special symbol and the decorative symbol change 100 times. However, as with “special symbol A”, since the “normal support mode” will be completed after 31 rounds of hitting, the player will shift to the “normal mode”. It will be recognized that the short-time gaming state has been given. Therefore, the 31st rotation after hitting with “special symbol A” and the 31st rotation after hitting with “special symbol B” seem to be “normal game state” or “probability game state” It is not possible to distinguish whether it is or not (because the decorative symbols that can be selected at the time of hitting are common), and from the 31st rotation to the 100th rotation after the “special design B” win, It can be a so-called “latent state” in which the state is latent (a state in which it appears in the normal gaming state while being in the probability-changing gaming state). This makes it possible for the player to think that even if the 31st rotation shifts to the “normal mode”, the game may be in a “probable game state” until the 100th rotation, thus preventing a decrease in operation of the gaming machine It leads to. In the following, the “probability changed gaming state” in the present embodiment may be simply referred to as “ST”, and the latency of the “probability changed gaming state” may be simply referred to as “latent state” or “latent”. .

  The “special symbol C” also has selectable decorative symbols in common with the “special symbol A” and “special symbol B” described above. Therefore, for example, when the symbol combination of “GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol” is confirmed and displayed as a combination of the decorative symbol at the time of winning, “special symbol A” is determined from the combination of the ornament symbol There is a possibility that “special symbol B” has been determined or “special symbol C” has been determined. In addition, since “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol C” all consume the winning game consisting of “7 rounds”, the number of winning game rounds also indicates “special There is a possibility that “design A” has been determined, “special design B” has been determined, or “special design C” has been determined. Then, at the 31st rotation after hitting (more precisely, at the end of the 30th rotation after hitting), the “special symbol A” and “special symbol B” have finished the “general symbol support mode” and “ The transition to the “normal mode” will be continued, but the “special symbol C” will continue the “general symbol support mode”. At the same time, the lighting color of the backlight will be “special symbol A”, “ The special symbol B changes from “light blue” to “white”, while the “special symbol C” changes from “light blue” to “green”. Therefore, at the 31st rotation after the hit, if the mode is switched and the lighting color of the backlight is “white”, “special symbol A” has been determined or “special symbol B” has been determined. If the mode is not switched and the backlight lighting color is “green”, then “special symbol C” has been determined. The player's attention can be attracted to the eyes (at the end of the 30th rotation after hitting).

  Also, “Special Symbol E”, “Special Symbol G”, and “Special Symbol H” are “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols (Double Lines Assortment)”, and all of them are in the normal figure support state, 100 times. Therefore, when the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line aligned)” is fixedly displayed, the common figure support state after hit is uniformly 100 times. In addition, when winning a game ball at the first starting port 21, the “special symbol E” will be won, and after that, the “probable gaming state (upper limit of 100 times)” will be 100 times. Since it will be in the state, the symbol combination of “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols (Double Line Assortment)” will be confirmed and displayed, and it will be in the state of support for 100 times of normal diagrams. The notification is made with a confirmation display. “Special design D” can be selected from “7 design, 7 design, 7 design (single line)”, while “GO design / GO design / GO design” and “Female character design / Female character”. A “design / female character design” and a “male character design / male character design / male character design” can be selected. Therefore, if you select “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols (Single Line Assortment)”, as with “Special Symbol E” above, it will be a decoration that will be in the state of support of 100 regular illustrations. The notification is made with a fixed display of the symbol combination of symbols. On the other hand, when GO design or female character design or male character design is selected, the effect is performed during the winning game in the same manner as “Special design A”, “Special design B”, and “Special design C”. Notification is performed. That is, in the case where a GO symbol or female character symbol or male character symbol is selected in “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, “special symbol C”, or “special symbol D”, the symbol combination of decorative symbols ( With the confirmation display of GO design or female character design or male character design), it is not notified of how many times the normal support status is reached.

  Specifically, if you select GO design or female character design or male character design in “Special design A”, “Special design B”, “Special design C”, or “Special design D”, In this case, during the winning game, the player operates the effect button 14 to perform the effect (so-called promotion effect), and if the effect is “successful”, the normal support state is reached 100 times after winning. If the production result is “failure”, it is notified that the normal support state is not reached 100 times after hitting (however, there is an exception when “special symbol C” is won). More specifically, the “special symbol A” hits the “short-time gaming state” and becomes the general support state of 30 times, and the “special symbol B” hits the “probable game state (upper limit number of times 100). ”), 30 times of normal figure support status,“ Special symbol C ”hits,“ Probability game state (upper limit of 100 times) ”, 100 times of normal figure support state,“ Special symbol D ” "" Is a winning game state (upper limit of 100 times), and it will be in a support state of 100 times in the "probability game state (upper limit number of times 100)", if you win in either "special symbol A" or "special symbol B" The production result is “failure”. In addition, when the winning is “special symbol C”, since the notification shown in FIG. 25B described later is performed, the effect result is “failure”. Note that even if the “special symbol C” is “failure”, the 31st rotation after the hit, the update display of the backlight and the 7-segment display 28 and the “normal figure support mode” are continued, and the hit 100 Will be informed that it is in the normal support state (corresponding to the case of “with exception” above). As a result, even if the production result is “failure”, whether or not the “general symbol support mode” continues at the 31st rotation after the hit (in the case of the special symbol C), the 31st rotation after the hit In addition, even if the “common figure support mode” does not continue, the game can be played while expecting whether it is in the “high probability state” after the 31st rotation (in the case of the special symbol B). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from being discouraged because the production result is “failure”. On the other hand, when GO design or female character design or male character design is selected in “special design D”, the above-mentioned production result is “successful”, and during the winning game, the normal support status is 100 times after winning. Will be notified.

  In addition, when “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols (Single Line Assortment)” is selected in the “Special Symbol D”, and when the above-mentioned effect result is “Success” in the “Special Symbol D”, In the case of “special symbol E”, it is notified that the normal figure support state is reached 100 times after winning, but since both are “probable gaming state” after hitting, “probable gaming state” May be informed. In addition, in the special symbol of winning at the first starting port 21, there is no special symbol in which the gaming state after winning is “short-time gaming state” and the number of times of the usual figure supporting state is 100 times. A symbol (for example, special symbol J) may be provided. When such a special symbol is provided, the above-mentioned effect result is obtained when “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (single line alignment)” is selected in the “special symbol D” and when the “special symbol D” is selected. When it is “successful”, “special symbol E”, or “special symbol J”, if it is a win in any case, the normal support status of 100 hits It is not necessary to notify the game state after winning. On the other hand, as shown in “special symbol G” and “special symbol H” in the second starting port 22 described later, for example, during the ending of the winning game or during the demonstration after the winning game, the effect button 14 is operated, Depending on the content displayed on the segment display 28 and the light emission color of the board lighting device 29, it is suggested whether the hit state is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming state. You may do it. As a result, the player who wants to know to some extent whether the winning is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming state may operate the effect button 14 without understanding. A player who wants to enjoy the 100 times normal support mode does not have to operate the effect button 14, and can flexibly respond to various needs of the player. In the promotion effect, if the effect button 14 is not operated, the effect result may be automatically notified as the operation effective period elapses. If the effect result is “success”, the operation is effective. “Success” may be notified as the period elapses, and “success” may be notified in reverse during the winning game ending.

  In addition, when a winning game ball is won at the second starting port 22, a “special symbol G” (“short-time gaming state” after winning) or “special symbol H” (afterward winning is a probable variable gaming state). Are selected, but in any case, “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols (double line aligned)” is selected as a combination of decorative symbols. Therefore, it is not possible to determine whether it is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming state from the combination of decorative symbols. Since it is possible to play while guessing which gaming state the mode is, the gaming interest can be improved. Here, after the winning game of “special symbol G” and after the winning game of “special symbol H”, whether the winning is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming states. Or you may make it suggest to a player using an effect device. For example, during the ending of the winning game or during the demonstration after the winning game, the presentation button 14 is operated, and the content displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the light emission color of the panel lighting device 29 may be It may be suggested whether it is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming state. As a specific example, in the case of 100 probable game states, as a result of operating the effect button 14, “Good” is easily displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and there are 100 “time-saving game states”. In this case, it is assumed that “Cool” is easily displayed on the 7-segment display 28 as a result of operating the effect button 14. In the case of 100 probable gaming states, as a result of operating the effect button 14, the board lighting device 29 easily emits red light, and in the case of 100 “short time gaming state”, the effect button 14. As a result, it is assumed that the panel lighting device 29 easily emits blue light. As a result, the player who wants to know to some extent whether the winning is 100 “short-time gaming state” or 100 probability-changing gaming state may operate the effect button 14 without understanding. A player who wants to enjoy the 100 times normal support mode does not have to operate the effect button 14, and can flexibly respond to various needs of the player. Of course, not only suggestions but also definite notification may be performed.

  7C, among the decorative symbols arranged on the inner reel of FIG. 5, “GO symbol”, “female character symbol”, “male character symbol”, “ "7 Symbols" is used as a symbol combination of the winning decorative symbols, and "Blank Symbols", "Special Blank Symbols", and "Special Reach Development Suggestion Symbols" are not used as symbol combinations of the winning decorative symbols. It is positioned as a decorative design that is responsible exclusively for production.

(About special symbol variation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern tables of FIGS. 8 and 9 are the reference table of FIG. 8A, the table 0 of FIG. 9C, the table 1-1 of FIG. 9D, and FIG. Table 1-2, Table 1-3 in FIG. 9F, and Table 1-4 in FIG. 9G are stored in the main ROM 102. The details of Table 1 in FIG. 8B are diagrams showing the correspondence relationship of Table 1 that is referred to after hitting each special symbol, where “◯” indicates that the table can be selected, and “×”. Indicates that the table cannot be selected. 9C, Table 1-1 in FIG. 9D, Table 1-2 in FIG. 9E, Table 1-3 in FIG. 9F, and FIG. The table 1-4 in (g) is a table that is referred to when determining the variation time and contents in the “symbol variation game”.

  (A) In the reference table, “value of game state storage area”, “gaming state”, “latent state flag”, and “reference table” are associated with each other. If the value set in the game state storage area provided in “0” is “0”, it indicates “normal game state”, and if it is “1”, it indicates “short-time game state”. If it is “2”, it indicates that it is “probability game state”. The “latent state flag” is a flag for recognizing that it is in the “latent state”, and an area for setting a flag indicating the latent state is provided in the main RAM 103. After the winning game is ended, a flag is set (ON) in the area. Then, the set flag is cleared (OFF) when it hits 100 rotations without hitting the next hit after hitting or when the next hit is hit before hitting 100 rotations. The reference table differs between when the flag is ON and when the flag is OFF. That is, when it is “normal game state”, it refers to “reference table 0”, and when it is “time-short game state”, it refers to “reference table 1” and is “probability game state” and is latent. When the state flag is ON, the “reference table 0” is referred to, and when it is “probability game state” and the latent state flag is OFF, the “reference table 1” is referred to.

  (B) The details of the table 1 indicate the correspondence relationship of the table 1 that is referred to after hitting with each special symbol. The table 1 is referred to as “table 1-1 (ST / time reduction 1)” that is referred to up to 30 rotations after hitting, and “table 1-2 (ST / time reduction 2)” that is also referred to until 30 rotations after hitting "Table 1-3 (ST / time reduction 3)" referenced from 31 to 99 rotations after hitting, and "Table 1-4 (ST / time reduction 4)" referenced at the 100th rotation after hitting If it is “after special symbol A”, only “Table 1-2 (ST / Time Reduction 2)” is selected. If “after special symbol B”, “Table 1-2” is selected. If only “(ST / short time 2)” is selected and “after special symbol C”, “table 1-2 (ST / short time 2)”, “table 1-3 (ST / short time 3)” , Select "Table 1-4 (ST / 4 for short time)" and "After special symbol D" If there is, select "Table 1-1 (ST / Time Reduction 1)", "Table 1-3 (ST / Time Reduction 3)", "Table 1-4 (ST / Time Reduction 4)", and select "Special If the symbol E is “after hit”, “table 1-1 (for ST / short time 1)”, “table 1-3 (for ST / short time 3)”, “table 1-4 (for ST / short time 4)” If “after special symbol G hit” is selected, “table 1-1 (for ST / short time 1)”, “table 1-3 (for ST / short time 3)”, “table 1-4 (ST If "After special symbol H" is selected, "Table 1-1 (ST / for short time 1)", "Table 1-3 (for ST / short time 3)", " Select "Table 1-4 (ST / time reduction 4)".

  (C) In the table 0, “variation pattern 1” to “variation pattern 10” are defined, and “content” and “variation time” are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 0 is referred to, when the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “losing”, the main CPU 101 selects from “variation pattern 1” to “variation pattern 6”. Determine any variation pattern. Specifically, when a game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, a random number for determining a variation pattern is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining the variation pattern is referred to. , Determine any variation pattern. Although not shown, when a game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to a random number for performing reach. In this case, when any one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 3” to “variation pattern 6” and the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for performing the reach, “variation pattern 1”, Any one of “variation pattern 2” may be determined. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the table 0 is referred to, when the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern, Any variation pattern is determined from among “pattern 7” to “variation pattern 10”.

  When the variation pattern is determined, “content” and “variation time” (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When “variation pattern 1” is determined, “reduced variation (loss)” is determined as “content”, and “3S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, the “shortening variation” refers to a variation that does not reach, and that the three inner reels stop at the same time due to a combination of lost symbols. When “variation pattern 2” is determined, “normal variation (loss)” is determined as “content”, and “7S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, the “normal fluctuation” refers to a fluctuation that does not reach, and that the three inner reels stop in order (for example, the order of left, right, and middle) in a combination of lost symbols. When “variation pattern 3” is determined, “normal reach (lost)” is determined as “content”, and “30S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, “normal reach” refers to a reach that performs a reach but does not provide a development effect (for example, a temporary stop display after losing and then a change in the inner reel and the outer reel). Since the selection ratio at the time is low and the selection ratio at the time of “losing” is high, it is positioned as a reach with low expectation. When “variation pattern 4” is determined, “super reach (losing)” is determined as “content”, and “90S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, “super-reach” refers to a reach that performs development during a reach (normal reach) and performs a reach using, for example, an inner reel and an outer reel. Since the selection ratio at "" is higher than "normal reach" and the selection ratio at "losing" is lower than "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation level than "normal reach". Regardless of the table, when a variation pattern determined to perform the “super reach” is determined as “content”, a “car race reach effect” described later is executed. When “variation pattern 5” is determined, “normal reach → special reach (lost)” is determined as “content”, and “120S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, “normal reach → special reach” refers to a reach where the normal reach is lost, and then the development is performed and, for example, the reach is performed using the inner reel and the outer reel. The selection ratio at the time of “win” is higher than “super reach” and the selection ratio at “losing” is lower than “super reach”. Is positioned as a high reach. Regardless of the table, when a variation pattern determined to perform the “special reach” is determined as “content”, a “grand prix race reach effect” described later is executed. When “variation pattern 6” is determined, “super reach → special reach (lost)” is determined as “content”, and “150S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, “Super Reach → Special Reach” refers to a reach that performs a development effect after the Super Reach is lost, and performs a reach effect using, for example, an inner reel and an outer reel at the development destination. The selection ratio at the time of “win” is higher than “normal reach → special reach” and the selection ratio at “losing” is lower than “normal reach → special reach”, so “normal reach → special reach” It is positioned as a reach that has a higher expectation level than “reach”. Note that “variation pattern 7” to “variation pattern 10” differ from “fluctuation pattern 3” to “variation pattern 6” only in “losing” or “winning”, and the production contents and the variation time are the same. The description is omitted. In this table 0, “variation pattern 0” to “variation pattern 10” are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it is needless to say that further variation patterns may be provided. is there.

  (D) In the table 1-1, “variation pattern 11” and “variation pattern 12” are defined, and “content” and “variation time” are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 1-1 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the “special symbol per unit determination process” results in “losing”. 11 "is determined. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the table 1-1 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “winning”, The “variation pattern 12” is determined. Note that the variation pattern determination method is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, and thus the description thereof is omitted. When “variation pattern 11” is determined, “shortening variation (loss)” is determined as “content”, and “3S” is determined as “variation time”. On the other hand, when “variation pattern 12” is determined, “reduced variation (win)” is determined as “content”, and “3S” is determined as “variation time”. That is, in the gaming state referred to in the table 1-1, “3S” is determined as the “fluctuation time” regardless of whether it is a win or a loss. It can be said that the state is promptly notified. In particular, as shown in FIG. 8B, the table 1-1 includes “after special symbol D”, “after special symbol E”, “after special symbol G”, “after special symbol H”, Since the table is referenced up to 30 rotations after winning, high-speed digestion is performed until 30 rotations after winning in ST (probability game state) or short-time gaming state. When the winning is obtained, a lot of balls can be given in a short time. In this table 1-1, “variation pattern 11” and “variation pattern 12” are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it is needless to say that further variation patterns may be provided. That is.

  (E) In the table 1-2, “variation pattern 13” to “variation pattern 22” are defined, and “content” and “variation time” are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 1-2 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the “special symbol per unit determination process” results in “losing” and refers to the variation pattern determination random number. 13 ”to“ variation pattern 18 ”, one of the variation patterns is determined. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the table 1-2 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “winning”, One of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 19” to “variation pattern 22”. Note that the variation pattern determination method is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, and thus the description thereof is omitted. The table 1-2 is for ST and time shortening, and there is a difference in the variation time. However, the “content” is basically the same as that described in the above-described table 0, and thus the description is omitted. In this table 1-2, “variation pattern 13” to “variation pattern 22” are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it is needless to say that further variation patterns may be provided. That is.

  Here, (e) Table 1-2 is a table that is referred to up to 30 rotations after “after special symbol A”, “after special symbol B”, and “after special symbol C”. In particular, “after special symbol A” is “short-time gaming state”, which is a support state of 30 times, and “after special symbol B” is “probable gaming state” with an upper limit of 100 times, 30 “After special symbol C” is the “probable gaming state” with an upper limit of 100 times, and it is 100 times normal support state. When the game is played while guessing which of the following is after hitting, after special symbol B, or after special symbol C, and after entering the normal mode after 31 rotations, The game is played while guessing whether the hit is “after A” or “after special symbol B”. Therefore, in particular, by making the special symbol variation pattern table to be referenced up to 30 rotations common in (e) Table 1-2, from the “content” related to the special symbol variation pattern to be executed, before 30 rotations elapse, It can lead to prevention of grasping which one is after. For example, if a reach effect that is not executed in “after special symbol A” or “after special symbol B” is performed as “content” only for “after special symbol C”, There is a concern that it will be grasped whether or not it is a win, but this embodiment can eliminate such a concern.

  (F) In the table 1-3, “variation pattern 23” to “variation pattern 32” are defined, and “content” and “variation time” are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 1-3 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the “special symbol per unit determination process” results in “losing” and refers to the “variation pattern determination random number”. 23 ”to“ variation pattern 28 ”, one of the variation patterns is determined. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the table 1-3 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern if the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “winning”, One of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 29” to “variation pattern 32”. Note that the variation pattern determination method is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, and thus the description thereof is omitted. The table 1-3 is for ST and time shortening, and there is a difference in the variation time. However, since “content” is basically the same as that described in the table 0 described above, the description is omitted. In this table 1-3, “variation pattern 23” to “variation pattern 32” are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it is needless to say that further variation patterns may be provided. That is.

  (G) In the table 1-4, “variation pattern 33” and “variation pattern 34” are defined, and “content” and “variation time” are defined for each variation pattern. In the gaming state in which the table 1-4 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the “special symbol per unit determination process” results in “losing”. 33 "is determined. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the table 1-4 is referred to, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “winning”, The “variation pattern 34” is determined. Note that the variation pattern determination method is the same as the method described in Table 0 above, and thus the description thereof is omitted. When “change pattern 33” is determined, “last 1 change (loss)” is determined as “content”, and “30S” is determined as “change time”. On the other hand, when “variation pattern 34” is determined, “last 1 variation (win)” is determined as “content”, and “40S” is determined as “variation time”. Here, the “last 1 variation” means, for example, whether or not a reach is formed in ST (probability variation gaming state) or the final variation (100th rotation) in the short-time gaming state. If there is no reach, the content will be lost. In other words, “Last 1 Fluctuation (Lose)” is a content that indicates whether or not a reach is formed and then loses without forming a reach. It is a content that is a hit when the reach is formed after asking whether it is formed. Therefore, the variation time differs by “10S” by the amount that the winning symbol combination is fixedly displayed. In particular, as shown in FIG. 8B, the table 1-4 includes “after special symbol C”, “after special symbol D”, “after special symbol E”, “after special symbol G”, Since the table is referred to at the 100th rotation after the “special symbol H hit”, whether reach is formed in the ST (probability variation gaming state) or the final variation of the short-time gaming state (100th rotation) It is possible to focus attention on whether or not, and to improve the game entertainment. In this table 1-4, “variation pattern 33” and “variation pattern 34” are provided, but only a part of the variation patterns are extracted, and it is needless to say that further variation patterns may be provided. That is. In addition, the table 1-4 is for “after special symbol C”, “after special symbol D”, “after special symbol E”, “after special symbol G”, and “after special symbol H”. The table is referred to at the 100th rotation after, but is not limited to this, and is referred to at the 30th rotation after hitting "after special symbol A", "after special symbol B", and "after special symbol C". It may be positioned as a table. As a result, similarly to the above-described final variation (100th rotation), it is possible to pay attention to whether or not reach is formed in the final variation (30th rotation), and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

  In the special symbol variation pattern table described above, there may be a special symbol variation pattern that can be easily selected depending on the number of reserved balls of the “symbol variation game”. For example, in the case of “losing”, when the number of reserved balls is four, it is easier to select “shortening variation (losing)” of “variation pattern 1” than when the number of reserved balls is one. And you may make it improve the operation | movement of a game. In addition, in the case where the loss is determined in the “short-time gaming state” or “probability changing gaming state”, the “design variation game” of the second starting port 22 is started, and as a result, the number of held balls in the second starting port 22 is In the case of “0”, for example, “normal reach (lost) / ST / short time use” may be selected to secure time for the game ball to enter the second start port 22. Also, a special symbol variation pattern that can be easily selected for each set value may be provided, or a special symbol variation pattern that can be selected only by the set value may be provided. Thereby, it can be estimated (or grasped) how many set values are from the effect contents of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to improvement of the game entertainment.

(Control processing performed by the main CPU 101)
A control process performed by the main CPU 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 18 is stored in the main ROM 102, and the main CPU 101 reads the control program from the main ROM 102 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(Main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a main control board timer interrupt process performed in the main control board 100. This process is a process executed by periodically interrupting a main control board main process (not shown).

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 updates initial value random numbers such as a hit determination random number, a special symbol determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number. When various random number update processes in one interrupt cycle are completed, the process proceeds to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 detects an input from each SW shown in FIG. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, after detecting an input from each SW in one interrupt cycle, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to the special symbol. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the process related to the special symbol in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to normal symbols. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the “ordinary symbol hit determination process” is performed, and the normal symbol is determined, the normal symbol variation time is determined, and the like. When the process related to the normal symbol in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S <b> 105, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to game ball payout. For example, in the input SW detection process of step S102, if a winning of a game ball is detected, a command transmission area is used to transmit a payout command signal to the payout control board 300 in order to pay out the corresponding prize ball. The payout command signal is set to the payout control signal, and the payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300. When the process related to the game ball payout in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S <b> 106, the main CPU 101 performs processing for transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200. For example, in the process, the main CPU 101 confirms whether a command is set in the command transmission area. If the command is set, the main CPU 101 sends the set command to the effect control board 200 or the payout control board 300. Send to. When the command transmission process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, if the main CPU 101 is a “symbol changing game” based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display unit 27a performs special symbol display control (variable display). In the case of a “symbol change game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22, the special symbol display control (variation display and Confirmation display). Also, based on the fact that a game ball has entered each start opening and the completion of the “symbol changing game” at each start opening, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold Display control of the display 27d is also performed. When the special symbol display control in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S108.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol display control (variation display and confirmation display) on the normal symbol display 27e. Further, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the completion of the “ordinary symbol variation game”, display control of the normal symbol hold indicator 27f is also performed. When the normal symbol display control is terminated, the main control board timer interrupt process for one interrupt cycle is terminated.

(About input SW detection processing)
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the input SW detection process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S102 of the main control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S102-1)
In step S102-1, the main CPU 101 performs first start port detection processing. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the process at the time of detecting the first start port is completed, the process proceeds to step S102-2.

(Step S102-2)
In step S <b> 102-2, the main CPU 101 performs second start port detection processing. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the process at the time of detecting the second start port is finished, the process proceeds to step S102-3.

(Step S102-3)
In step S102-3, when the main CPU 101 receives information indicating that a game ball has been entered from the normal prize opening detection SW 23a, the main CPU 101 pays out 8 game balls as prize balls to the payout control board 300. Processing for setting a payout command signal in the command transmission area described above is performed. Further, in order to produce an effect corresponding to the game ball entering the normal winning opening 23, processing for setting the normal winning opening winning command in the command transmission area described above is performed. Then, when the process for detecting a normal winning opening is completed, the process proceeds to step S102-4.

(Step S102-4)
In step S102-4, when the main CPU 101 receives information indicating that a game ball has been entered from the big prize opening detection SW 24a, the main CPU 101 pays out 10 game balls as prize balls to the payout control board 300. Processing for setting a payout command signal in the command transmission area described above is performed. In addition, in order to perform an effect corresponding to the game ball entering the big winning opening 24, the big winning opening entrance detection signal is set in the command transmission area described above. The effect corresponding to the game ball entering the big prize opening 24 is, for example, when more than 10 game balls per round are detected by the big prize detection SW 24a (also referred to as over-winning). Informing the effect by sound from the speaker 10 may be mentioned. Then, when the process for detecting a special winning opening is completed, the process proceeds to step S102-5.

(Step S102-5)
In step S102-5, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the passage of the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW 20a, if the number of the “normal symbol variation game” held is less than “4”, the “normal” By adding “1” to the number of holdings of the “symbol-changing game”, a random number value used for the “normal symbol per-determination process” is acquired and stored in the holding memory area of the “normal symbol-changing game” provided in the main RAM 103. . Further, in order to produce an effect corresponding to the passing of the game ball to the gate member 20, a process of setting a gate passing command in the command transmission area described above is performed. When the pass gate detection time process is completed, the process proceeds to step S103 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About processing at the time of detecting the first start port)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the first start port detection process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S102-1 of the main control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S102-1-1)
In step S <b> 102-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information indicating that a game ball has entered is input from the first start port detection SW 21 a. And when the information which detected the entrance of the game ball from the 1st start port detection SW21a is inputted, processing shifts to Step S102-1-2 and the entrance of the game ball is detected from the 1st start port detection SW21a. If the information is not input, the first start port detection process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S102-1-2)
In step S <b> 102-1-2, the main CPU 101 sends the above-described command transmission area to the payout control board 300 for paying out three game balls as prize balls for the game balls entering the first start port 21. Set the prize ball command to. When the winning ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S102-1-3.

(Step S102-1-3)
In step S102-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the “fourth storage area” is stored. In other words, it is determined whether or not the number of “symbol changing games” held at the first start port 21 is “4”. If the “fourth storage area” is stored, the first start-up port detection process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process. If not stored, the process proceeds to step S102-1-4.

(Step S102-1-4)
In step S102-1-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for hit determination. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. And if the random number value for a hit determination is acquired, a process will be transfered to step S102-1-5.

(Step S102-1-5)
In step S102-1-5, the main CPU 101 obtains a special symbol determination random value. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. And if the random number value for special symbol determination is acquired, a process will be transfered to step S102-1-6.

(Step S102-1-6)
In step S102-1-6, the main CPU 101 obtains a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-1-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. And if the random number value for special symbol fluctuation pattern determination is acquired, a process will be transfered to step S102-1-7.

(Step S102-1-7)
In step S102-1-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value in a free storage area. For example, if the “third storage area” is stored and the “fourth storage area” is empty, each random number value is stored in the “fourth storage area”. Then, when each random number value is stored in a free storage area, the process proceeds to step S102-1-8.

(Step S102-1-8)
In step S102-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs winning determination processing. This winning time determination process determines whether or not the random value acquired in step S102-1-4 is a win prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol change start time process (see FIG. 15). It is processing. Thereby, for example, when the hit determination random number value stored in the “fourth storage area” in step S102-1-7 is a win, a notice effect (a “prefetch effect” described later) is provided across a plurality of variations. Can be executed. When the winning time determination process ends, the process proceeds to step S102-1-9.

(Step S102-1-9)
In step S <b> 102-1-9, the main CPU 101 sets the first start opening prize command in the command transmission area described above in order to send the first start opening prize command to the effect control board 200. Note that the first start opening winning command includes information on the determination result of the winning determination processing in step S102-1-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning determination. It is possible to recognize whether the determination result of the process is a win or a loss. Thereby, it is possible to execute a pre-reading effect in which the winning is determined (for example, an effect in which the first special symbol holding display lamp 31 performs a holding display indicating the winning determination). Then, when the first start port winning command is set, the first start port detection process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-2 of the input SW detection process.

  In the present embodiment, the winning time determination process based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21 is “not changing” and “not changing” is not executed. ing. Therefore, even if a game ball enters the first start port 21 during “changing”, the “prefetching effect” based on the entered ball is not executed. In addition, when the “pre-reading effect” is executed based on the entrance of the game ball to the first start port 21 during “not changing”, the game ball enters the second start port 22 If there is, the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 is more than the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21, as will be described later. In such a case, the “prefetching effect” is temporarily interrupted, and the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the second start port 22 is ended. After that, it is supposed to resume.

(About the processing at the time of the 2nd starting port detection)
FIG. 13 is a flow chart (subroutine of step S102-2 of main control board timer interruption process) showing the process at the time of detecting the second start port performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S102-2-1)
In step S102-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information indicating that a game ball has entered is input from the second start port detection SW 22a. When the information that the game ball has been detected is input from the second start port detection SW 22a, the process proceeds to step S102-2-2, and the game ball is detected from the second start port detection SW 22a. If the information has not been input, the second start port detection process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S102-2-2)
In step S <b> 102-2-2, the main CPU 101 sends the above-described command transmission area to the payout control board 300 in order to pay out two game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls entering the second start port 22. Set the prize ball command to. When the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S102-2-3.

(Step S102-2-3)
In step S102-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the “fourth storage area” is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of “symbol changing games” held at the second start port 22 is “4”. If the “fourth storage area” has been stored, the second start port detection time process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process, until the “fourth storage area”. If not stored, the process proceeds to step S102-2-4.

(Step S102-2-4)
In step S102-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for hit determination. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. When the hit determination random number value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-2-5.

(Step S102-2-5)
In step S102-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a special symbol determination random number value. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. And if the random number value for special symbol determination is acquired, a process will be transfered to step S102-2-6.

(Step S102-2-6)
In step S102-2-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random value acquired in this process is used in a winning determination process (step S102-2-8) and a special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 15) described later. When the special symbol variation pattern determining random value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S102-2-7.

(Step S102-2-7)
In step S102-2-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number value, the special symbol determination random value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value in a free storage area. For example, if the “third storage area” is stored and the “fourth storage area” is empty, each random number value is stored in the “fourth storage area”. When each random number value is stored in an empty storage area, the process proceeds to step S102-2-8.

(Step S102-2-8)
In step S102-2-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning time determination process determines whether or not the random number value acquired in step S102-2-4 is a win prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol change start time process (see FIG. 15). It is processing. Thereby, for example, when the hit determination random number value stored in the “fourth storage area” in step S102-2-7 is a win, a notice effect (a “prefetch effect” described later) is provided across a plurality of variations. Can be executed. When the winning time determination process ends, the process proceeds to step S102-2-9.

(Step S102-2-9)
In step S102-2-9, the main CPU 101 sets the second start port winning command in the command transmission area described above in order to transmit the second start port winning command to the effect control board 200. Note that the second start opening winning command includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S102-2-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning determination. It is possible to recognize whether the determination result of the process is a win or a loss. Thereby, it is possible to execute a pre-reading effect in which the winning is determined (for example, an effect in which the second special symbol holding display lamp 32 performs a holding display indicating the winning determination). Then, when the second start port winning command is set, the second start port detection process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S102-3 of the input SW detection process.

  In the present embodiment, the winning time determination process based on the game ball entering the second start port 22 is executed as “changed” and “not changed” is not executed. ing. Therefore, even if a game ball enters the second start port 22 in “not changing”, the “prefetching effect” based on the entered ball is not executed.

(About special symbol related processing)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a special symbol related process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine in step S103 of the main control board timer interrupt process).

(Step S103-1)
In step S <b> 103-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating that it is stopped is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. For example, when starting the change of the special symbol, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating that the symbol is changing in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S103-2-13 in FIG. 15 to be described later). When the symbol variation is stopped, a value “0” indicating that the symbol is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S103-4-3 in FIG. 16 described later). If the winning is set after the value “0” indicating that the vehicle is stopped, the value “2” indicating the winning game is set. If the value “0” indicating that the vehicle is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S103-2. If the value “0” indicating that the vehicle is stopped is not set, the process proceeds to step S103-3. To migrate.

(Step S103-2)
In step S103-2, the main CPU 101 performs a special symbol variation start process shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol variation start process ends, the special symbol related process ends, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-3)
In step S <b> 103-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating that the state is changing is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Then, when the value “1” indicating the fluctuation is set, the process proceeds to step S103-4. When the value “1” indicating the fluctuation is not set, the process proceeds to step S103-5. To migrate.

(Step S103-4)
In step S103-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol changing process shown in FIG. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the special symbol changing process is finished, the special symbol related process is finished, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5)
In step S103-5, the main CPU 101 determines that the value “0” indicating that the vehicle is stopped is not set, and determines that the value “1” indicating that the vehicle is changing is not set. It is determined that the value “2” indicating “” is set, and hit game processing shown in FIGS. 17 and 18 is performed. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIGS. When the winning game process ends, the special symbol related process ends, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About special symbol variation start processing)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S103-2 of the special symbol related process) showing the special symbol variation start process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S103-2-1)
In step S103-2-1, the main CPU 101 sets the “first storage area” to “fourth storage area” in the reserved storage area of the “design variation game” corresponding to the second starting port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether it is in a state that is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the second start port 22 is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-2-2, and the number of holds corresponding to the second start port 22 is “0”. In this case, the process proceeds to step S103-2-4.

(Step S103-2-2)
In step S103-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts “1” from the number of suspensions of the second start port 22. As for the subtraction, as described in the section “about the second start port 22” above, after sliding the determination information (random number values) of “the storage area” to “the fourth storage area”, “ This corresponds to emptying the storage area of “1”. Along with this, the display of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is also changed to a display mode ("flashing" to "lighting", or "lighting" to "lighting off") according to the number of holds. Then, when “1” is subtracted from the number of suspensions of the second start port 22, the process proceeds to step S103-2-3.

(Step S103-2-3)
In step S103-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets the second start port subtraction command in the command transmission area described above in order to display the hold display in the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 by subtraction. When the second start port subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S103-2-8.

(Step S103-2-4)
In step S103-2-4, the main CPU 101 sets the “first storage area” to “fourth storage area” in the reserved storage area of the “design variation game” corresponding to the first start port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether it is in a state that is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the first start port 21 is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-2-5, and the number of holds corresponding to the first start port 21 is “0”. In this case, the process proceeds to step S103-2-6.

(Step S103-2-5)
In step S <b> 103-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts “1” from the number of suspensions of the first start port 21. For subtraction, as described in the section “About the first start port 21” above, after sliding the determination information (random value) of “the storage area” to “the fourth storage area”, “ This corresponds to emptying the storage area of “1”. Along with this, the display of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is also changed to a display mode corresponding to the number of holds ("flashing" to "lighting" or "lighting" to "lighting off"). Then, when “1” is subtracted from the number of suspensions of the first start port 21, the process proceeds to step S103-2-7.

(Step S103-2-6)
In step S103-2-6, if the “symbol changing game” is not performed for a predetermined time, the main CPU 101 determines that the player is not playing a game, for example, a demonstration effect using the “outer reel”. Is executed, the demo command is set in the command transmission area described above. When the demo command is set, the special symbol variation start process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-2-7)
In step S103-2-7, the main CPU 101 sets the first start port subtraction command in the above-described command transmission area in order to display the hold display in the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 by subtraction. Then, when the first start port subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S103-2-8.

(Step S103-2-8)
In step S103-2-8, when the main CPU 101 performs the process by subtracting the second start port hold, the main CPU 101 uses the determination information (random number value) acquired and stored in the second start port detection time process, On the other hand, when performing the process by subtracting the first start port hold, the determination information (random value) is determined to be a hit using the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the first start port detection process. It is determined whether it is information (random value). For example, the special symbol per determination table in FIG. 6 has “2” per random number and “396” random numbers for losing. In this process, it is determined whether or not the determination information (random number value) acquired and stored as described above corresponds to any one of the “2” random number values. If it corresponds, it is determined as “winning”, and if it corresponds to any one of “396” random number values of losing, it is determined as “losing”. When the special symbol hit determination process ends, the process proceeds to step S103-2-9. Note that the following steps S103-2-9 to S103-2-12 are performed based on the determination result (whether it is a win or a loss) in step S103-2-8.

(Step S103-2-9)
In step S103-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol to be fixedly displayed as the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” on the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b. For example, when the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second start port hold and it is determined to be a win, (2) the table for the second start port 22 in FIG. 7 and the random number for determining the special symbol described above are used. Is used to determine the special symbol, subtract the first start port hold and perform a special symbol hit determination process, and if it is determined to win, (1) the table for the first start port 21 in FIG. The special symbol is determined using the above-described random number for determining the special symbol. Also, when it is determined to be lost, a special symbol for the loss is determined in the same manner. When the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S103-2-10.

(Step S103-2-10)
In step S103-2-10, the main CPU 101 determines a variation pattern of the special symbol in the “symbol variation game”. For example, when it is determined that the game is lost in the “normal gaming state”, any one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 1” to “variation pattern 6”, and it is determined that the winning is determined in the “normal gaming state”. In this case, one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 6” to “variation pattern 10”. When the special symbol variation pattern is determined, the process proceeds to step S103-2-11.

(Step S103-2-11)
In step S103-2-11, the main CPU 101 sets the command indicating the special symbol determined in step S103-2-9 in the command transmission area described above in order to transmit to the effect control board 200. For example, when “special symbol A” is determined in step S103-2-9, a symbol designating command indicating “special symbol A” is transmitted. When the symbol designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S103-2-12.

(Step S103-2-12)
In step S103-2-12, the main CPU 101 sets the command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined in step S103-2-10 in the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit to the effect control board 200. . For example, when “variation pattern 9” is determined in step S103-2-10, a special symbol variation pattern designation command indicating “variation pattern 9” is transmitted. A process based on the reception of the command (by the effect control board 200) will be described later. When the special symbol variation pattern designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S103-2-13.

(Step S103-2-13)
In step S 103-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating that it is changing in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. Although not shown, in the processing, a timer related to the variation time corresponding to the determined special symbol variation pattern is set in the main RAM 103, and counting is started. Then, when the value “1” indicating that the state is changing is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the special symbol variation start process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

  As shown in the description of FIG. 15 above, in this embodiment, if there is a hold of the second start port 22 in step S103-2-1, the special symbol hit determination process has priority over the first start port 21. Was made to run. As described above, this is because it is advantageous for the player that the game is awarded based on the entrance to the second starting port 22 (the number of granted rounds is large), This is to ensure that the player is not disadvantaged. In the present embodiment, priority is given to the second start port 22, but the special symbol hit determination process is executed in the order of entering the first start port 21 and the second start port 22. You may do it.

  Further, in FIG. 15 described above, the determination is made only for “winning” or “losing”, but when it is determined that it is not “winning”, is “small winning” different from the winning game? You may make it determine whether. If it is determined that the game is “small hit”, “small hit game” is given, and the big prize opening 24 is controlled with an opening / closing mode that is disadvantageous to the player than “win game” and the number of times of opening. It may be.

(About special symbol variation processing)
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S103-4 of the special symbol related process).

(Step S103-4-1)
In step S103-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a timer related to the variation time set in the main RAM 103 described above has elapsed. For example, when “variation pattern 8” is determined and “90S” is set in the timer, it is determined whether “90S” has elapsed. For the convenience of transmitting a symbol stop command to be described later to the effect control board 200, the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed may be advanced. For example, in the case of “variation pattern 8”, the time when “89S” has elapsed may be determined as the timing at which the timer has elapsed. In this way, there is a significant difference between the timing at which the special symbol is fixedly displayed on the first special symbol indicator 27a and the second special symbol indicator 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on the reel unit 26. Can be prevented. If the special symbol variation time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S103-4-2. If the special symbol variation time has not elapsed, the special symbol variation processing is terminated and the main control is terminated. The process proceeds to step S104 of the substrate timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-4-2)
In step S103-4-2, the main CPU 101 transmits the symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol variably displayed on the reel unit 26 to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. set. When the symbol stop command is set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-3.

(Step S103-4-3)
In step S <b> 103-4-3, the main CPU 101 sets a value “0” indicating that it is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value “0” indicating the stoppage is set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-4.

(Step S103-4-4)
In step S103-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value set in the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is “2”. If the value set in the game state storage area is “2”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-5. If the value set in the game state storage area is not 2, step S103 is executed. The process is shifted to -4-11.

(Step S103-4-5)
In step S103-4-5, the main CPU 101 updates the probability variation counter (subtracts “1” from the counter value). Here, the “probability change counter” is a counter provided in the main RAM 103, and when the game state is set to the “probability change game state”, the upper limit number of the “probability change game state” is set. This counter is used to perform a series of controls such that “1” is subtracted every time it is performed, and “probability game state” is terminated when the counter value becomes “0”. The setting of the upper limit number of times of the “probability game state” is performed in FIGS. 17 and 18 described later. When the probability variation counter is updated (the counter value is decremented by “1”), the process proceeds to step S103-4-6.

(Step S103-4-6)
In step S103-4-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether the common chart support state counter is being set. Here, the “usual support state counter” is a counter provided in the main RAM 103, and when the game state is set to the “probable change game state” or the “short-time game state”, the upper limit number of the normal support state After that, every time one game is played, “1” is decremented, and when the counter value becomes “0”, a series of controls such as “probability gaming state” or “short-time gaming state” is ended. It is a counter used for performing. Note that the setting of the upper limit number of times of the normal support state is performed in FIGS. 17 and 18 to be described later. If it is in the normal support state counter set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-7. If it is not in the general support state counter set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-8.

(Step S103-4-7)
In step S103-4-7, the main CPU 101 updates the universal support status counter (subtracts “1” from the counter value). Then, when the usual support state counter is updated (the counter value is decremented by “1”), the process proceeds to step S103-4-8.

(Step S103-4-8)
In step S103-4-8, the main CPU 101 determines which counter value (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the normal support state counter) is “0” after subtraction. Here, in FIG. 17 and FIG. 18 to be described later, in the special symbol (special symbol C, special symbol D, special symbol E, special symbol H) in which the same value is set as the probability variation counter and the universal symbol support state counter. After the winning game, as a result of performing the processing of step S103-4-5 and step 103-4-7, the values of the probability variation counter and the usual support state counter simultaneously become “0”. Therefore, when the value becomes “0” at the same time, the determination is positive. In addition, after a winning game with a special symbol (special symbol A, special symbol G) in which only the universal support state counter is set without setting the probability variation counter, in the process of step S103-4-13 described later, It is determined whether the value after subtraction is “0”. On the other hand, after the winning game with a special symbol (special symbol B) where the same value is not set as the probability variation counter and the common figure support status counter, the probability variation counter to be set is “100” and the common figure support status is set. Since the counter is “30”, the usual support status counter is “0” first, but even if the usual support status counter is “0”, the probability variation counter is not “0”. Is determined to be negative (positive determination is made after 100 revolutions in the probability variation gaming state). If any of the counter values (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the universal support status counter) after subtraction is “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-9, and any counter If the value (the value of the probability variation counter and the value of the universal support status counter) after the subtraction is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-9)
In step S103-4-9, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the normal gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “0” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “0” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-4-10.

(Step S103-4-10)
In step S103-4-10, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a gaming state command indicating the normal gaming state to the effect control board 200. When the game state command indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-11)
In step S103-4-11, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value set in the gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is “1”. If the value set in the gaming state storage area is “1”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-12. If the value set in the gaming state storage area is not “1”, The process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-12)
In step S103-4-12, the main CPU 101 updates the universal support status counter (subtracts “1” from the counter value). Then, when the usual support state counter is updated (the counter value is decremented by “1”), the process proceeds to step S103-4-13.

(Step S103-4-13)
In step S103-4-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value after subtraction (the value of the normal support state counter) is “0”. If the value after subtraction (the value of the general support state counter) is “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-14, and the value after subtraction (the value of the general support state counter) is If it is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-14)
In step S103-4-14, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the normal gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “0” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “0” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-4-15.

(Step S103-4-15)
In step S103-4-15, the main CPU 101 sets a game state command indicating the normal gaming state in the command transmission area described above in order to transmit to the effect control board 200. When the game state command indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S103-4-16.

(Step S103-4-16)
In step S103-4-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” in step S103-2-8 in FIG. When the determination result of “special symbol hit determination processing” is “winning”, the process proceeds to step S103-4-17, and the determination result of “special symbol hit determination processing” is not “winning”. Finishes the special symbol changing process and proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-4-17)
In step S103-4-17, the main CPU 101 sets a value “2” indicating a winning game in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped and the game is a winning game. When the value “2” indicating the winning game is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S103-4-18.

(Step S103-4-18)
In step S103-4-18, the main CPU 101 shifts to an opening for notifying that a winning game has started. For example, in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state in the winning game is stored. If it is an opening, “0” is set, and if the special winning opening 24 is open. “1” is set, “2” is set if it is an interval between rounds, and “3” is set if it is an ending. When “0” indicating an opening is set in the winning game state storage area, the special symbol changing process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About winning game processing)
17 and 18 are flowcharts showing the winning game process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S103-5 of the special symbol related process).

(Step S103-5-1)
In step S103-5-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not opening is in progress. It is determined whether or not “0” indicating the opening is set in the hit game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. Note that when the special winning opening is opened in step S103-5-3, which will be described later, the value in the winning game state storage area is changed from “0” to “1”. If it is during opening, the process proceeds to step S103-5-2, and if not during opening, the process proceeds to step S103-5-4.

(Step S103-5-2)
In step S103-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a time corresponding to the opening (for example, “10S”) has elapsed. If the time corresponding to the opening has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S103-5-3. If the time corresponding to the opening has not elapsed, the winning game process is terminated and the main control is performed. The process proceeds to step S104 of the substrate timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-3)
In step S103-5-3, the main CPU 101 drives the special prize opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the special prize opening 24. As a result, the first round of winning game is started. In this process, the value in the winning game state storage area is changed from “0” to “1”. When the special winning opening 24 is opened, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Note that the main CPU 101 drives and controls the special prize opening / closing solenoid 24b based on the number of granted rounds defined in the special symbol determined in the special symbol determination process. For example, when “special symbol A” is determined, the prize winning opening / closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled for “7 rounds”, and when “special symbol E” is determined, the grand prize winning port is determined for “16 rounds”. The open / close solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

(Step S103-5-4)
In step S103-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special winning opening is being opened. It is determined whether or not “1” indicating that the special winning opening is open is set in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. If the big prize opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step S103-5-5. If the big prize opening is not being opened, the process proceeds to step S103-5-7.

(Step S103-5-5)
In step S103-5-5, the main CPU 101 determines that 29.5S has elapsed without detecting the 10 winning balls detected by the winning winning port detection SW 24a, or that the winning winning port is detected. It is determined whether or not any of the large winning opening closing conditions is satisfied, ie, whether or not 10 balls have been detected by the SW 24a. If the special winning opening closing condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S103-5-6. If the special winning opening closing condition is not satisfied, the winning game process is terminated, and the main control board timer The process proceeds to step S104 of the interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-6)
In step S103-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to an interval between rounds that constitutes a period from when the special winning opening 24 is closed to when it is next opened. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from “1” to “2”. When “2” indicating an interval between rounds is set in the winning game state storage area, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-7)
In step S103-5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is during the round interval. It is determined whether or not “2” indicating the interval between rounds is set in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. If the interval is between rounds, the process proceeds to step S103-5-8. If the interval is not between rounds, the process proceeds to step S103-5-12.

(Step S103-5-8)
In step S103-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the final round is over. For example, if the number of remaining rounds is “0” as a result of updating (incrementing or decrementing) the number of rounds in step S103-5-10, which will be described later, it is determined that the final round has been completed in this process. Then, if it is the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S103-5-9, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S103-5-10.

(Step S103-5-9)
In step S103-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to an ending for notifying that the winning game has ended. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from “2” to “3”. Also, the time corresponding to the winning game ending (for example, “10S”) is set in the counter of the main RAM 103. When “3” indicating the ending is set in the winning game state storage area, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-10)
In step S103-5-10, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter in the main RAM 103. Note that the update method may be increment or decrement. For example, when “per 7 rounds” is given, “7” may be set in the round number counter of the main RAM 103 and decremented by 1 every round, or the number of rounds in the main RAM 103 Instead of setting “7” in the counter, the counter may be incremented by 1 every round. When the number of rounds is updated, the process proceeds to step S103-5-11.

(Step S103-5-11)
In step S103-5-11, the main CPU 101 drives the special prize opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the special prize opening 24. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from “2” to “1”. When the special winning opening 24 is opened, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-12)
In step S103-5-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a time corresponding to the ending (for example, “10S”) has elapsed. If the time corresponding to the ending has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S103-5-13. If the time corresponding to the ending has not elapsed, the winning game process is terminated and the main control is finished. The process proceeds to step S104 of the substrate timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-13)
In step S103-5-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is any one of “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, and “special symbol H”. That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above “special symbol determination process” is any of “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, and “special symbol H”. To do. If the special symbol is any of “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, and “special symbol H”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-14, and the special symbol is displayed. Is not any of “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, and “special symbol H”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-18.

(Step S103-5-14)
In step S103-5-14, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probability changing gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “2” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “2” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-15.

(Step S103-5-15)
In step S103-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets “100” to a probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, a probability variation gaming state with an upper limit of 100 times from the next variation is started. When “100” is set in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-16.

(Step S103-5-16)
In step S <b> 103-5-16, the main CPU 101 sets “100” in a general-purpose support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, together with the probability variation gaming state with the upper limit of 100 times, the normal support state with the upper limit of 100 times is started from the next change. Then, when “100” is set in the general support status counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-17.

(Step S103-5-17)
In step S103-5-17, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a gaming state command indicating the probability variation gaming state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating the probability variation game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-18)
In step S103-5-18, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is “special symbol B”. That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above “special symbol determination process” is “special symbol B”. If the special symbol is “special symbol B”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-19. If the special symbol is not “special symbol B”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-23. To do.

(Step S103-5-19)
In step S103-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probability changing gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “2” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “2” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-20.

(Step S103-5-20)
In step S103-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets “100” to a probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probability variation gaming state with the upper limit of “100” times from the next variation is started. When “100” is set in the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-21.

(Step S103-5-21)
In step S <b> 103-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets “30” in a general-purpose support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. Thus, together with the probability variation gaming state with the upper limit of 100 times, the normal support state with the upper limit of 30 times from the next change is started. Then, when “30” is set in the general support status counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-22.

(Step S103-5-22)
In step S103-5-22, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a gaming state command indicating the probability variation gaming state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating the probability variation game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-23)
In step S103-5-23, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is “special symbol G”. That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the above “special symbol determination process” is “special symbol G”. If the special symbol is “special symbol G”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-24. If the special symbol is not “special symbol G”, the process proceeds to step S103-5-27. To do.

(Step S103-5-24)
In step S103-5-24, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the short-time gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “1” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “1” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-25.

(Step S103-5-25)
In step S <b> 103-5-25, the main CPU 101 sets “100” to the general-purpose support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probability variation gaming state does not operate, but the general support state with the upper limit of 100 times from the next variation starts. Then, when “100” is set in the general support status counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-26.
(Step S103-5-26)
In step S103-5-26, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a gaming state command indicating the short-time gaming state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating the short-time game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S103-5-27)
In step S103-5-27, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state (corresponding to “special symbol A”) to the short-time gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “1” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When “1” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-28.

(Step S103-5-28)
In step S <b> 103-5-28, the main CPU 101 sets “30” in the general-purpose support status counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the probability variation gaming state does not operate, but the general support state with the upper limit of 30 times from the next variation starts. Then, when “30” is set in the general support status counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S103-5-29.

(Step S103-5-29)
In step S103-5-29, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a gaming state command indicating the short-time gaming state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating the short-time game state is set, the winning game process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
A control process performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. The control program shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 19 to 23 is stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads the control program from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(About production control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an effect control board timer interrupt process performed in the effect control board 200. This process is a process that is executed by periodically interrupting an effect control board main process (not shown).

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the register contents in the stack area. When the contents of the register in one interrupt cycle are saved in the stack area, the process proceeds to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 201 performs a main command reception process shown in FIGS. This process will be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. Then, when the main command reception process ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs input processing of the operation device. For example, when the effect button 14 is operated, operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14a, and when the effect lever 15 is operated, operation information is input from the effect lever detection SW 15a, and the cross key button 16 is operated. If it is, operation information is input from the cross key detection SW 16a. When the sub CPU 201 inputs these pieces of operation information, the sub CPU 201 performs control so as to execute an effect using the outer reel, the speaker 10 or the like. When the input process of the operation device in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 performs a reel control process. Specifically, based on the reel fluctuation effect pattern determined in the “reel fluctuation effect pattern determination process” to be described later, the inner reel drive control (a series of controls from the start to the stop of rotation), and the determined reel Depending on the variation effect pattern, drive control (a series of control from the start to the stop of rotation) of the inner reel and the outer reel is performed. When the reel control process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 201 performs a sound lamp control process. For example, when the “symbol variation game” is being performed, the light emitting device 9, the 7-segment display 28, the board, etc., based on the reel variation effect pattern determined in the “reel variation effect pattern determination process” described later. When the “symbol variation game” is not performed, the light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 is performed in the light emission mode corresponding to the demonstration effect. Similarly, for example, when a “symbol variation game” is being performed on the speaker 10, an effect is produced from the speaker 10 based on the reel variation effect pattern determined in the “reel variation effect pattern determination process” described later. Sound output control is performed, and when the “symbol variation game” is not being performed, output control of the production sound corresponding to the demonstration production is performed (basic mute). When the first start opening winning command is received, the lighting control of the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is performed based on the hold display pattern determined in the “hold display pattern determination process” described later, When the 2 start opening winning command is received, the lighting control of the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is performed based on the hold display pattern determined in the “hold display pattern determination process” described later. Further, when the above-described first start port hold command is received, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 is controlled to be turned off. When the above-mentioned second start port hold command is received, the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 is turned off. Take control. When the sound lamp control process in one interrupt cycle is completed, the process proceeds to step S305.

(Step S305)
In step S305, the sub CPU 201 restores the contents saved in the stack area in step S300 to the register. When the contents saved in the stack area in one interrupt cycle are returned to the register, the effect control board timer interrupt processing in one interrupt cycle is ended.

(Main command reception processing)
FIGS. 20 and 21 are flowcharts (subroutine of step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the main command reception process performed in the effect control board 200. FIG.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a first start opening prize command has been received. If the first start opening prize command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-2. If the first starting opening prize command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs processing upon reception of the first start port winning command shown in FIG. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the first start port winning command reception process is terminated, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a second start opening prize command has been received. If the second start opening prize command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-4. If the second starting opening prize command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-5.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 performs processing upon reception of the second start opening prize command shown in FIG. This process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the second start port winning command reception process is completed, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a symbol designation command has been received. If a symbol designation command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-6. If a symbol designation command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 performs a decoration symbol determination process. For example, if the contents of the symbol designating command are “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol C”, the decorative symbol “GO symbol / GO symbol / GO symbol”, “female character symbol / female” If any symbol combination is selected from “Character design / Female character design” or “Male character design / Male character design / Male character design” and the content of the design designation command is “Special design D”, “7 design / “7 Symbols / 7 Symbols (Single Lines)”, or “GO Symbol / GO Symbol / GO Symbol”, “Female Character Symbol / Female Character Symbol / Female Character Symbol”, “Male Character Symbol / Male Character Symbol” If one of the symbol combinations is determined from “male character symbol” and the content of the symbol designation command is “special symbol E”, “special symbol G”, or “special symbol H”, “7 symbol / 7 To determine the symbol combination of pattern-7 design (double line set) ". On the other hand, if the content of the symbol designating command is “special symbol F” or “special symbol I”, referring to the special symbol variation pattern designating command, if the result of referring is accompanied by reach, for example, “7 symbols / If the symbol combination “blank symbol / seven symbol” is determined and no reach is involved, for example, the symbol combination “7 symbol / blank symbol / GO symbol” is determined. When the decorative symbol determination process is completed, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a special symbol variation pattern designation command has been received. If a special symbol variation pattern designation command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-8. If a special symbol variation pattern designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 determines a reel variation effect pattern based on the special symbol variation pattern designation command. Here, the reel variation effect pattern determination table (not shown) is stored in the sub ROM 202, and the reel variation effect pattern corresponding to the received special symbol variation pattern designation command is determined. For example, the sub CPU 201 determines “car race reach effect” as the reel variation effect pattern if the content of the special symbol variation pattern designation command is “variation pattern 8”, and if it is “variation pattern 10”, the reel “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” is determined as the variation production pattern. In the reel fluctuation effect pattern determination table (not shown), a plurality of reel fluctuation effect patterns may be associated with one fluctuation pattern. For example, for “variation pattern 8”, “car race reach production 1 (matching character A)”, “car race reach production 2 (matching character B)”, and “car race reach production 3 (matching character C)”. The reel variation effect patterns may be associated with each other, and any of these reel variation effect patterns may be determined in consideration of the contents (winning / losing) indicated by the symbol designation command. If the content indicated by the symbol designating command is correct, it is easy to select “Car Race Reach Production 1 (Competition Character A)”. If the content indicated by the symbol designating command is lost, You may make it easy to select "production 3 (matching character C)". Note that the reel variation effect pattern includes a pattern in which only the inner reel varies and a pattern in which the inner reel and the outer reel vary, and does not include a pattern in which only the outer reel varies. For example, “variation pattern 1” corresponds to a pattern in which only the inner reel varies, and “variation pattern 5” corresponds to a pattern in which the inner reel and the outer reel vary. Further, the outer reel not only fluctuates after the reach is formed, but may fluctuate with the start of fluctuation of the inner reel. For example, when a notice effect for notifying whether a reach is formed or a winning game is given before a reach is formed, a notice effect for operating the effect button 14 is executed. When the inner reel starts to change, the outer reel (medium) 26e is changed to stop the “PUSH button symbols” of the symbol positions “0”, “1” and “2”, and the operation of the effect button 14 May be encouraged. When the reel fluctuation effect pattern is determined, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

  In this process, as described later, referring to a “notice determination table” (not shown) stored in the sub-ROM 202, a “notice” to be executed together with the reel variation effect pattern is determined, and the “notice” to be determined is determined. Includes a “timer notice” described later.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a symbol stop command has been received. If a symbol stop command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-10. If a symbol stop command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-20.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the probability variation counter is being set. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a probability variation counter that plays the same role as the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above. Thus, a value is set in the probability variation counter. The basic function of the probability variation counter provided in the sub RAM 203 is the same as that of the probability variation counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted. If the probability variation counter is being set, the process proceeds to step S301-11. If the probability variation counter is not being set, the process proceeds to step S301-12.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 updates the probability variation counter (subtracts “1” from the counter value). When the probability variation counter is updated (the counter value is decremented by “1”), the process proceeds to step S301-12.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the general-purpose support state counter is being set. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a universal support state counter that plays the same role as the general support state counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, and a command indicating “probable change game state” with a game state command. The value is set in the usual support state counter on the basis of the fact that the command indicating “short time gaming state” is received by the gaming state command. The basic role of the general support status counter provided in the sub-RAM 203 is the same as that of the general support status counter provided in the main RAM 103 described above, and a detailed description thereof will be omitted. If it is in the general support state counter set, the process proceeds to step S301-13. If it is not in the general support state counter set, the main command reception process is terminated and the production control board timer allocation is completed. The process proceeds to step S302 of the loading process.

(Step S301-13)
In step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 updates (subtracts “1”) from the general-purpose support status counter. In addition, when the ordinary figure support state counter is updated in this process, it is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process, and the value after the subtraction is displayed on the 7-segment display 28. It will be. Then, when the usual support state counter is updated (the counter value is subtracted by “1”), the process proceeds to step S301-14.

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the value of the universal support status counter is “0”. That is, in step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the value of the general support state counter is “0” as a result of subtracting “1” from the general support state counter. If the value of the common support status counter is “0”, the process proceeds to step S301-15. If the value of the general support status counter is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S301-17. To migrate.

(Step S301-15)
In step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 sets non-display data for hiding the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (white). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the non-display data that hides the 7-segment display 28 is set and reflected, the 7-segment display 28 shown in (a-3) and (c-3) of FIG. When the display mode is set and data corresponding to the emission color (white) is set and reflected, the backlight color of the reel shown in (a-3) and (c-3) of FIG. Then, when non-display data that hides the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the light emission color (white) are set, the process proceeds to step S301-16.

(Step S301-16)
In step S301-16, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal mode. Here, the sub RAM 203 is provided with a mode storage area for managing the mode. Depending on the value set in the mode storage area, the “normal mode” and the “normal support mode” in FIG. It can be identified. Specifically, “0” is set in the mode storage area when in “normal mode”, and “1” is set in the mode storage area when in “normal support mode”. Therefore, in this process, “0” is set in the mode storage area. When the normal mode is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-17)
In step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the value of the universal support status counter is “70”. That is, in step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the value of the general support status counter is “70” as a result of subtracting “1” from the general support status counter. If the value of the usual support status counter is “70”, the process proceeds to step S301-18. If the value of the usual support status counter is not “70”, the main command reception process is terminated. Then, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-18)
In step S301-18, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the (current) backlight lighting color is “light blue”. Here, the sub-RAM 203 is provided with a backlight lighting color storage area for managing the current backlight lighting color, and the current backlight lighting color is set according to the value set in the backlight lighting color storage area. It is possible to determine what color is. Specifically, if the current backlight lighting color is “white”, “0” is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area, and if the current backlight lighting color is “light blue”, the backlight If “1” is stored in the light lighting color storage area and the current backlight lighting color is “green”, “2” is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area. Therefore, the sub CPU 201 reads the value of the backlight lighting color storage area of the sub RAM 203 and determines whether “1” is stored in the backlight lighting color storage area. If it is determined that the (current) backlight lighting color is “light blue”, the process proceeds to step S301-19, and the (current) backlight lighting color is determined not to be “light blue”. Terminates the main command reception process and shifts the process to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-19)
In step S <b> 301-19, the sub CPU 201 sets display data of “70” of the “normal support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, the display data of “70” of the “general map support status” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (green) are set and reflected. (B-3) is displayed. When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a gaming state command has been received. If a gaming state command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-21. If a gaming state command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-41.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 sets a gaming state flag. For example, when a game state command (normal) is received, the game state flag “0” corresponding to the normal game state is set in the sub-RAM 203, and when a game state command (short time) is received, the time-short game is stored in the sub RAM 203. When the game state flag “1” corresponding to the state is set and a game state command (probability change) is received, the game state flag “2” corresponding to the probability change game state is set in the sub-RAM 203. When the game state flag is set, the process proceeds to step S301-22.

(Step S301-22)
In step S301-22, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the gaming state flag is “2”. Specifically, it is determined whether the game state flag is “2” based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21. When the game state flag is “2”, the process proceeds to step S301-23, and when the game state flag is not “2”, the process proceeds to step S301-32.

(Step S301-23)
In step S301-23, the sub CPU 201 sets the general support mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “1” in the mode storage area described above. Then, when the normal support mode is set, the process proceeds to step S301-24.

(Step S301-24)
In step S301-24, the sub CPU 201 sets “100” in the probability variation counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “100” to a probability variation counter provided in the sub RAM 203 described above. As a result, “probability changing counter is being set”. When “100” is set in the probability variation counter, the process proceeds to step S301-25.

(Step S301-25)
In step S <b> 301-25, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the special symbol B is hit. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 refers to the received symbol designation command and determines whether the winning game that triggers the reception of the gaming state command (probability change) is due to the special symbol B. In this process, as a result of referring to the symbol designation command, there are a case where the symbol is a special symbol B, and a case where the symbol is a special symbol C, a special symbol D, a special symbol E, or a special symbol H. If it is a special symbol B, the process proceeds to step S301-26, and if it is not a special symbol B, the process proceeds to step S301-28.

(Step S301-26)
In step S301-26, the sub CPU 201 sets “30” in the universal support status counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “30” in the general support status counter provided in the sub RAM 203 described above. As a result, “ordinary support status counter is being set”. Then, when “30” is set in the usual support state counter, the process proceeds to step S301-27.

(Step S301-27)
In step S <b> 301-27, the sub CPU 201 sets display data of “30” of the “common figure support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, the display data of “30” of the “general map support status” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (light blue) are set and reflected. It becomes a display mode shown by (a-1). When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-28)
In step S301-28, if the sub CPU 201 is not hit with the special symbol B but is hit with any of the special symbol C, special symbol D, special symbol E, or special symbol H, the sub CPU 201 counts in the general symbol support state counter. Set “100”. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “100” to the universal support status counter provided in the sub RAM 203 described above. As a result, “ordinary support status counter is being set”. Then, when “100” is set in the usual support status counter, the process proceeds to step S301-29.

(Step S301-29)
In step S301-29, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it is a special symbol C. If it is a special symbol C, the process proceeds to step S301-30. If it is not a special symbol C, the process proceeds to step S301-31.

(Step S301-30)
In step S <b> 301-30, the sub CPU 201 sets display data of “30” of the “common figure support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, the display data of “30” of the “general map support status” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (light blue) are set and reflected. It becomes a display mode shown by (b-1). When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. To do.

(Step S301-31)
In step S <b> 301-31, the sub CPU 201 sets display data of the number “100” of the “common figure support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number “100” of the “general-purpose support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (green) are set and reflected, the data shown in FIG. It becomes a display mode shown by (c-1). When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-32)
In step S301-32, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the gaming state flag is “1”. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the game state flag is “1” based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21. If the gaming state flag is “1”, the process proceeds to step S301-33. If the gaming state flag is not “1”, the process proceeds to step S301-39.

(Step S301-33)
In step S301-33, the sub CPU 201 sets the general support mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “1” in the mode storage area described above. Then, when the normal support mode is set, the process proceeds to step S301-34.

(Step S301-34)
In step S301-34, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the special symbol A is hit. In this process, as a result of referring to the symbol designation command, there are a case where the symbol is a special symbol A and a case where the symbol is a special symbol G. If it is a special symbol A win, the process proceeds to step S301-35. If it is not a special symbol A hit, the process proceeds to step S301-37.

(Step S301-35)
In step S301-35, the sub CPU 201 sets “30” in the universal support status counter. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “30” in the general support status counter provided in the sub RAM 203 described above. As a result, “ordinary support status counter is being set”. Then, when “30” is set in the usual support state counter, the process proceeds to step S301-36.

(Step S301-36)
In step S <b> 301-36, the sub CPU 201 sets display data “30” of the “common figure support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (light blue). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, the display data of “30” of the “general map support status” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (light blue) are set and reflected. It becomes a display mode shown by (a-1). When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (light blue) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process is performed in step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-37)
In step S301-37, the sub CPU 201 sets “100” to the general-purpose support state counter when the special symbol G is not the hit in the special symbol A. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “100” to the universal support status counter provided in the sub RAM 203 described above. As a result, “ordinary support status counter is being set”. Then, when “100” is set in the usual support state counter, the process proceeds to step S301-38.

(Step S301-38)
In step S301-38, the sub CPU 201 sets the display data of the number “100” of the “common figure support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the emission color (green). The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. For example, when the display data of the number “100” of the “general-purpose support state” to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (green) are set and reflected, the data shown in FIG. It becomes a display mode shown by (c-1). When the display data to be displayed on the 7-segment display 28 and the data corresponding to the light emission color (green) are set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S301-39)
In step S301-39, when the game state flag is “0” (that is, in the normal mode), the sub CPU 201 displays the non-display data for not displaying the 7-segment display 28 and the emission color (white). ) Is set (display mode is a-3 and c-3 in FIG. 25 described later). Then, when non-display data that hides the 7-segment display 28 and data corresponding to the light emission color (white) are set, the process proceeds to step S301-40.

(Step S301-40)
In step S301-40, the sub CPU 201 sets the normal mode. Specifically, the sub CPU 201 sets “0” in the mode storage area described above. When the normal mode is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-41)
In step S301-41, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving another command (receiving another command (not shown)). Then, when the process at the time of receiving another command is finished, the main command receiving process is finished, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

  Here, the notification mode executed in the backlight and the 7-segment display 28 by performing the above main command reception processing will be described using the animation of FIG. FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram using an inner reel (left) 26a, an inner reel (middle) 26b, an inner reel (right) 26c, and a 7-segment display 28. For convenience, (a-1 ) Is attached only to the symbols, and the others are omitted.

  (A) shows the hit of the special symbol A and the hit of the special symbol B, (a-1) shows the start of 30 times of the “common figure support state”, ( a-2) shows the state in which 29 fluctuations have been completed and the last one fluctuation has been performed, and (a-3) has finished 30 "general-purpose support states". , The state in which the fluctuation at the 31st rotation is performed is shown. That is, after hitting the special symbol A, for example, at the start of (a-1), the processing in steps S301-35 and S301-36 in FIG. The 7-segment indicator 28 displays “30”, and after hitting the special symbol B, the processing in steps S301-26 and S301-27 in FIG. 21 is performed. The backlight is lit in “light blue”, and the 7-segment display 28 displays “30”. And (a-2) When it becomes last 1 fluctuation | variation, a backlight will continue to light with "light blue" and the 7-segment indicator 28 will display "1". Then, (a-3) At the 31st rotation, the backlight is lit in “white”, and the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed. Therefore, it is difficult to determine whether the winning is for the special symbol A or the special symbol B from the backlight color or the display mode of the 7-segment display 28. In addition, as will be described later, the execution of the “pre-reading effect” becomes “impossible” from 25 to 30 rotations after the hit with the special symbol A and after the hit with the special symbol B. Depending on the effect, it is difficult to determine whether the winning is for the special symbol A or the special symbol B. In addition, at the 31st rotation, the backlight is lit in “white” and the 7-segment indicator 28 is not displayed. However, after the 30-rotation symbol variation game is finished (for example, at the 30th rotation) If the variation of the symbol variation game is 0 when the symbol variation game is finished, the backlight lights in “white” and the 7-segment display is displayed before the demonstration effect is executed after the 30-variation symbol variation game is completed. The device 28 may be configured to be non-displayed, or the backlight may be lit in “white” at the start of the 31st rotation symbol variation game, and the 7-segment display 28 may be configured to be non-displayed.

  (B) shows the hit of the special symbol C, (b-1) shows the start time of the “general support state” 30 times, (b-2) shows 29 times This shows a state where the last one change has been made after the change, and (b-3) shows the change of the 31st rotation after the 30th “normal support state”. It shows the state. Here, the special symbol C is a special symbol to which 100 times of “general symbol support state” is given, but once it is displayed on the 7-segment display 28 with 30 times, the special symbol A or the special symbol B It is confused with the hit at Then, after finishing the fluctuation of 30 times, the remaining 70 times out of 100 times, which should have been originally given, are reversed. That is, after hitting the special symbol C, for example, at the start of (b-1), the process of step S301-30 in FIG. 21 is performed, so that the backlight is lit in “light blue” and 7-segment display is performed. The display 28 once displays “30”, and (b-2) When the last 1 change occurs, the backlight continues to light “light blue” and the 7-segment display 28 displays “1”. (B-3) At the 31st rotation, the backlight lights up in “green”, and the 7-segment display 28 displays “70”. By such a reverse notification, even when the backlight is “light blue” at the start and “30” is displayed on the 7-segment display 28, the player is more than the special symbol A and the special symbol B. The possibility of an advantageous special symbol C can be given, and the game entertainment can be improved. At the 31st rotation, the backlight lights up in “green” and the 7-segment indicator 28 displays “70”. However, after the 30-rotation symbol variation game is over (for example, If the symbol variation game is held at the end of the 30th rotation of the symbol variation game, the backlight lights up in “green” before the demonstration effect is executed after the completion of the 30th rotation symbol variation game. The 7-segment display 28 may be configured to display “70”, or the backlight is lit in “green” at the start of the 31st rotation symbol variation game, and the 7-segment display 28 is “70”. The structure which becomes display of may be sufficient.

  (C) shows the hit of special symbol D, special symbol E, special symbol G, and special symbol H, and (c-1) shows the start of 100 times of “common figure support state”. (C-2) shows a state in which 99 fluctuations have been completed and the last one fluctuation has been made, and (c-3) shows 100 "normal support state" This shows a state in which the fluctuation at the 101st rotation is performed. That is, after hitting the special symbol D, the special symbol E, and the special symbol H, for example, at the start of (c-1), the backlight is lit in “green”, and the 7-segment display 28 is “100”. After the special symbol G is hit, for example, at the start of (c-1), the backlight is lit in “green”, and the 7-segment display 28 displays “100”. It has been broken. When (c-2) last 1 fluctuation occurs, the backlight continues to be lit in “green”, and the 7-segment display 28 displays “1”. Then, (c-3) At the 101st rotation, the backlight is lit in “white”, and the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed. Therefore, when the backlight lights up in “green” at the start and “100” is displayed on the 7-segment display 28, 100 “multi-purpose support status” is determined at the start, A sense of superiority can be given to the player. In addition, at the 101st rotation, the backlight is lit in “white” and the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed. However, after the 100-rotation symbol variation game is finished (for example, at the 100th rotation) If the variation of the symbol variation game is 0 when the symbol variation game is finished, the backlight lights in “white” and the 7-segment display is displayed before the demonstration effect is executed after the 100-variation symbol variation game is completed. The device 28 may be configured to be non-displayed, or may be configured such that the backlight lights up in “white” and the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed at the start of the 101st rotation of the symbol variation game.

  In addition, in FIG. 25, although it was made to alert | report which special game is after the hit game by the color of a backlight and the frequency | count displayed on the 7-segment display 28, the color of a backlight, A notification mode using any one of the 7-segment display 28 may be used, and a device for additionally performing notification may be provided.

(Processing at the time of receiving the first start opening prize command)
FIG. 22 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-2 of the main command reception process) showing the process at the time of receiving the first start opening prize command performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-2-1)
In step S301-2-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the gaming state flag is “1” or “2”. Specifically, based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21, it is determined whether the game state flag is “1” or “2”. If the gaming state flag is “1” or “2”, the process proceeds to step S301-2-3. If the gaming state flag is not “1” or “2”, step S301-2 is performed. The process is shifted to -2.

(Step S301-2-2)
In step S301-2-2, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not to execute a prefetch effect. As described above, since the first start opening prize command includes the information of the determination result of the determination process at the time of winning in step S102-1-8, is the prefetch effect performed based on the information? Decide whether or not. Then, when it is determined whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect, the process proceeds to step S301-2-3.

(Step S301-2-3)
In step S301-2-3, the sub CPU 201 determines a hold display pattern. For example, when the game state flag is “1” or “2”, or when the game state flag is “0” and the pre-reading effect is not executed, the normal hold display pattern is determined, and the game state flag is “ When the pre-reading effect is executed when “0”, the hold display pattern corresponding to the pre-reading effect is determined. When the hold display pattern is determined, the process proceeds to step S301-2-4.

(Step S301-2-4)
In step S301-2-4, the sub CPU 201 sets the determined hold display pattern. The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. When the determined hold display pattern is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Processing when receiving the 2nd start opening prize command)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-4 of the main command reception process) showing the process at the time of receiving the second start opening prize command performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-4-1)
In step S301-4-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the gaming state flag is “1” or “2”. Specifically, based on the value of the game state flag set in step S301-21, it is determined whether the game state flag is “1” or “2”. If the game state flag is “1” or “2”, the process proceeds to step S301-4-2. If the game state flag is not “1” or “2”, step S301-4 is performed. The process is shifted to -5.

(Step S301-4-2)
In step S301-4-2, the sub CPU 201 reads the value of the universal support status counter in the sub RAM 203. When the value of the normal support status counter in the sub RAM 203 is read, the process proceeds to step S301-4-3.

(Step S301-4-3)
In step S301-4-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the value of the counter (the value of the universal support status counter) is a predetermined value. Here, the “predetermined value” means that the value of the general support state counter is “75” to “70” as a result of subtracting the general support state counter from the 25th to 30th rotation, that is, 100 rotations. Is the 95th to 100th rotation, that is, as a result of subtracting the universal support status counter from 100 rotations, the value of the universal support status counter indicates "5" to "0" Time is true. Then, if the value of the common support state counter is a predetermined value, the process proceeds to step S301-4-5. If the value of the general support state counter is not a predetermined value, step S301-4 is performed. The process is shifted to -4.

(Step S301-4-4)
In step S301-4-4, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not to execute a prefetch effect. As described above, since the second start opening prize command includes information on the determination result of the determination process at the time of winning in step S102-2-8, is the pre-reading effect executed based on the information? Decide whether or not. Then, when it is determined whether or not to execute the prefetch effect, the process proceeds to step S301-4-5.

(Step S301-4-5)
In step S301-4-5, the sub CPU 201 determines a hold display pattern. For example, when the game state flag is “0”, or when the game state flag is “1” or “2” and the pre-reading effect is not executed, the normal hold display pattern is determined and the game state flag is “ When the pre-reading effect is executed when “1” or “2”, the hold display pattern corresponding to the pre-reading effect is determined. When the hold display pattern is determined, the process proceeds to step S301-4-6.

(Step S301-4-6)
In step S301-4-6, the sub CPU 201 sets the determined hold display pattern. The data set in this process is reflected in the “sound lamp control process” of the effect control board timer interrupt process. When the determined hold display pattern is set, the main command reception process is terminated, and the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

  Next, the “prefetching effect” installed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. Note that the game state for which the “look-ahead effect” is to be executed may be all of “normal game state”, “time-short game state”, and “probability game state”, or may be “2”. However, any one of them may be targeted.

(Pre-reading production)
The pre-reading effect is a winning determination process prior to the winning determination process in the special symbol variation start process at the timing when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22. It is an effect executed based on the determination result. When the pre-reading effect is not installed, for example, when a game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is acquired and stored in FIG. 12, and then the special symbol variation start of FIG. Since the special symbol hit determination process is performed in the time process, even if the determination information (random value) is stored in the “fourth storage area”, until the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “storage area” Whether or not it is hit is not determined. Therefore, even if the “hit” determination information (random value) is acquired, the expectation to win is increased at a stage before the determination information (random number) is transferred to “the storage area”. It is not possible to perform production or the like. However, if the pre-reading effect is installed, for example, in FIG. 12, in the process after obtaining and storing the determination information (random value) (step S102-1-8), the “winning determination process” is performed. ”Or“ losing ”, and performing a continuous effect over a plurality of variations (including variations moved to the storage area) until the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the“ storage area ” Therefore, it is possible to increase the expectation of “winning” from the stage before the determination information (random number value) is transferred to “the storage area”.

  As a specific example of the prefetching effect, “holding prefetching effect” can be cited. The “holding pre-reading effect” is an effect that mainly uses a holding lamp (color) displayed on the first special symbol holding display lamp 31 or the second special symbol holding display lamp 32. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, if a game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the (numerical value) is stored, the winning determination process is performed. Then, if it is determined that the pre-reading effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the winning determination process, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 (non-lighting lamp) is different from the normal hold lamp (color). Turn on the pre-read hold lamp (color). For example, while the normal holding lamp (color) is “white”, it can be lit in a plurality of types and stages such as “blue”, “green”, and “red”. When the result is “win”, any of “white”, “blue”, “green”, and “red” can be lit, and when the determination result of the winning determination process is “lost”, “white” ”,“ Blue ”, or“ green ”can be lit. Only in the case of “winning”, “red” can be selected and positioned as hitting confirmation. In addition, at the time of entering the ball, it is “white”, but each time “one change game” is performed, it changes to a holding lamp (color) with high expectation level, such as “blue” and “green”. It is also possible to light “red” from the time of entering the ball. The contents of the “hold prefetch effect” executed by the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 and the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 may be different. For example, the first special symbol hold display lamp 31 performs pre-reading effects by “lighting”, “flashing”, and “high-speed flashing”, and the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 performs the above-described “white”, “ The prefetch effect may be executed with “blue”, “green”, and “red”. Further, the contents of the “hold prefetching effect” to be executed may be different for each mode. For example, in “normal mode”, pre-reading effects are executed by “lighting”, “flashing”, and “fast flashing”, and in “normal support mode”, “white”, “blue”, “green” The pre-reading effect may be executed with “red”.

  Moreover, as a specific example of another effect of the prefetching effect, “chance eye continuous notice” can be cited. The “chance continuation notice” is an effect mainly using the decorative pattern of “inner reel”. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, if a game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the (numerical value) is stored, the winning determination process is performed. Then, based on the determination result of the determination process at the time of winning, when it is determined that the chance eye continuous effect is performed, for example, “symbol variation” corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the “first storage area” “Game” confirmation display, “Character variation game” confirmation display corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the “second storage area”, and determination information (randomness) stored in the “third storage area” In the final display of the “design variation game” corresponding to (numerical value), the “chance eye” is stopped. Here, the “chance eye” means, for example, that the same decorative design is stopped at “up” of the “left reel”, “up” of the “middle reel”, and “middle” of the “right reel”. It is a stop game that is derived. Note that the degree of continuation expectation and the degree of expectation of “chance continuation notice” may vary depending on the types of decorative symbols constituting the “chance sight”. For example, in the case of “chance eyes” consisting of “7 symbols”, the “expected chance of continuous chance chances” is higher than in the case of “chance eyes” consisting of “male character symbols”, and the expected expectation level May be higher.

  Here, the characteristic part of the “prefetching effect” in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the “prefetching effect” shown in FIG. 24 may be the above-mentioned “holding prefetching effect” or the above-mentioned “chance eye continuous notice”. Of course, other prefetch effects may be applied in addition to the prefetch effects described above. For example, a liquid crystal display device that includes a liquid crystal display device and performs a prefetch effect by shifting to a prefetch effect exclusive zone (image) may be applied.

  The “prefetching effect” in the present embodiment is a game ball to the first starting port 21 of “not changing” under the control of the sub CPU 201 as shown in “first starting port winning command reception process” of FIG. As shown in the “second start port winning command reception process” in FIG. 23, the sub CPU 201 controls the game to the second start port 22 that is “changing” as shown in FIG. Sometimes executed based on winning a ball. The “prefetching effect” based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 22 of “changing” is executed under the control of the sub CPU 201 when the value of the changing counter is a predetermined value. Being regulated. In FIG. 24, “prefetching effect” control after hitting with “special symbol A”, “prefetching effect” control after hitting with “special symbol B”, “special symbol C”, “special symbol” "D", "special symbol E", "special symbol G", and "special symbol H" control of "prefetch effect" after hitting are described respectively. In FIG. 24, (a) shows the first rotation after the winning game ends, (b) shows the 25th rotation after the winning game ends, and (c) shows the end of the winning game. The following 30th rotation is shown, (d) shows the 95th rotation after the winning game ends, and (e) shows the 100th rotation after the winning game ends. Note that the ON state of the “Variable state” and the transition to the “usual support mode” (ON) are performed at the end of the winning game. It is done in the eyes.

  First, after hitting with “special symbol A”, as described above, the gaming state is “time-short gaming state (low probability state)”, 30 times are given as the normal figure support state, and the mode is 1 From the rotation to the 30th rotation, the “normal support mode” is set, and after the 31st rotation is the “normal mode”. The “pre-reading effect” is “permitted” from the first rotation after winning to the 24th rotation after winning, and is executed from the 25th rotation after winning to the 30th rotation after winning. “Not possible”. Here, “impossible” means that the execution of “pre-reading effect” is triggered by the fact that a game ball has entered the second starting port 22 between the 25th rotation and the 30th rotation. Is shown. For example, when the “design variation game” is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, a new game ball enters the second start port 22, and the “design variation game” based on the entry is displayed. If it corresponds to the 25th rotation after hitting, the “hold pre-reading effect” is not performed on the lamp corresponding to the “fourth storage area” in the second special symbol hold display lamp 32 (the lamp that is newly lit). It represents that. In other words, after hitting with “special symbol A”, even if “shortening state” is ON and “common figure support mode” is ON, “prefetch effect” from 25 to 30 rotations after hitting. "Is not allowed". As a result, pre-reading effects are executed across a plurality of gaming states (short-time gaming state, normal gaming state), and pre-reading effects are executed across a plurality of modes (common figure support mode, normal mode). Thus, for example, when the content of the prefetch effect executed for each mode described above is changed, the hold prefetch effect corresponding to the normal support mode is executed even though the normal mode is executed. It is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity caused by this.

  Next, after hitting with “special symbol B”, as described above, the gaming state is “probability changing gaming state (high probability state)” (upper limit number of times of 100). As a mode, from the first rotation to the 30th rotation, the “normal support mode” is set, and from the 31st rotation is the “normal mode”. The “pre-reading effect” is “permitted” from the first rotation after winning to the 24th rotation after winning, and is executed from the 25th rotation after winning to the 30th rotation after winning. “Not possible” (meaning “impossible” is the same as “special symbol A” described above). In other words, after hitting with “special symbol B”, even if “shortening state” is ON and “common figure support mode” is ON, “prefetching effect” from 25 to 30 rotations after hitting. "Is not allowed". As a result, the pre-reading effect is executed across a plurality of modes (normal support mode, normal mode), for example, when the content of the pre-reading effect to be executed for each of the above modes is different. In spite of being executed, it is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity caused by the execution of the hold pre-reading effect corresponding to the ordinary support mode. In addition, after hitting with “special symbol B”, as described above, from the 31st rotation to the 100th rotation, unlike the hitting with “special symbol A”, “probability gaming state (high probability state)” However, it is a “latent state” in which the “normal mode” is executed. However, with regard to the control of the “prefetching effect”, the execution is “permitted” from the first rotation after winning to the 24th rotation after hitting, as in the case of “special symbol A”. From the 25th rotation to the 30th rotation after the hit, the execution is “impossible”. Here, after hitting with “special symbol B”, the control of “prefetching effect” is made the same as that after hitting with “special symbol A”, for example, execution of prefetching effect (for example, with special symbol A) It is possible to prevent the player from easily grasping whether or not the player is in the “hidden state”.

  Next, after hitting with “special symbol C”, “special symbol D”, “special symbol E”, “special symbol G”, and “special symbol H”, as described above, the gaming state is “probable change gaming state” (High probability state) ”(upper limit number of times: 100), 100 times are given as the normal figure support state, and the mode is changed to the“ normal figure support mode ”from the first rotation to the 100th rotation. Thereafter, the “normal mode” is set. The “pre-reading effect” is “permitted” from the first rotation after winning to the 24th rotation after winning, and is executed from the 25th rotation after winning to the 30th rotation after winning. “Impossible” (the meaning of “impossible” is the same as “special symbol A” described above), and the execution is “permitted” from the 31st rotation after winning to the 94th rotation after winning. Execution is “impossible” from the 95th rotation to the 100th rotation after the hit. In this way, in particular, by making the execution “impossible” from the 95th rotation after winning the game to the 100th rotation after the winning game, the pre-reading effect spans a plurality of gaming states (probability gaming state, normal gaming state). When the pre-reading effect is executed for each of the above-described modes, for example, when the pre-reading effect is executed across multiple modes (common figure support mode, normal mode). In addition, although the normal mode is being executed, it is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity caused by the execution of the hold pre-reading effect corresponding to the general support mode. Further, in particular, by making the execution “impossible” from the 25th rotation after hitting to the 30th rotation after hitting, the sub CPU 201 is uniform in any hitting 25 From the rotation to the 30th rotation after hitting, it is only necessary to make the execution of the “prefetching effect” “impossible”. For example, there is no need to change the control of the “prefetching effect” for each type of special symbol. Control related to “production” can be simplified. As for “special symbol C”, as shown in FIG. 25 (b-3) described above, since the reverse notification is made at the 31st rotation, the effect to be executed until the 31st rotation is reached. If it is determined from the content that the “special symbol C” has been hit, the meaning of performing the reverse notification will be lost. Therefore, in the same way as “special symbol A” and “special symbol B”, the execution of “prefetching effect” from the 25th rotation after winning to the 30th rotation after winning is made “impossible”, for example, By executing the pre-reading effect, it is possible to prevent the player from easily grasping that the “special symbol C” is being hit, and to have the meaning of performing reverse notification.

  In the present embodiment, in the gaming machine having the ST type “probability game state”, the “time-short game state” having the upper limit number of times, from the 25th rotation after the hit to the 30th rotation after the hit, The execution of the “look-ahead effect” is “impossible” from the 95th rotation after the winning to the 100th rotation after the winning, but it is not limited to the “probable gaming state” of the ST type, but the “loop type” “ In a gaming machine equipped with a “probable game state”, the “pre-reading effect” may be set to “impossible” for the predetermined number of rotations for both the “short-time game state” with the upper limit number of times. Here, the “loop type” refers to a type in which the “probability game state” does not end with the upper limit of 100 times but ends when the next winning game is obtained.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 24, a common period (25 to 30 rotations) in which the execution of the “pre-reading effect” is “impossible” for all the special symbols in the win is provided. In addition, it is only necessary to provide a common period in which execution of the “look-ahead effect” is “impossible” for at least “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol C”. For “special symbol E”, “special symbol G”, and “special symbol H”, there is no need to provide a common period (25 to 30 rotations) in which the execution of “prefetching effect” is “impossible”. When no period is provided, it is only necessary to set “prefetch effect” to “impossible” only between 95 and 100 rotations. In the “probable gaming state” and “short-time gaming state”, a game ball is won by winning a game ball in the second starting port 22, and if it becomes a winning game, a “special symbol” Either “G” or “special symbol H” will be given. As described above, for any special symbol, select “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols (Double Lines Together)” as the symbol combination of the decorative symbols, and hit the game with 100 “short-time gaming states”. Since it is a game nature that it is not possible to determine whether the game state is 100 chance change game state, in order not to impair this game ability, after hitting “special symbol G” and “special symbol H” In the case of 25 rotations to 30 rotations and 95 rotations to 100 rotations, the execution of the “prefetching effect” is set to “impossible” so that the player cannot easily know which special symbol is hit after the game. May be.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 23, when the counter value is a predetermined value under the control of the sub CPU 201, the prefetch effect is not determined (the execution of “prefetch effect” is “impossible”). However, the pre-reading effect may not be determined under the control of the main CPU 101 (the “pre-reading effect” may be “impossible”). For example, when a counter is provided in the main RAM 103 and the counter value in the main RAM 103 is a predetermined value, the pre-reading determination process in step S102-2-8 shown in FIG. An effect may not be determined ("prefetch effect" is not allowed).

  Next, a specific example of “reach effect” installed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 26 to 39.

  FIGS. 26 to 32 are diagrams for explaining the details of the “car race reach effect” in the present embodiment. In FIGS. 26 to 32 and “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” in FIGS. 33 to 39 to be described later, (inner) means inner reel (left) 26a, inner reel (middle) 26b, inner reel (right). 26c shows the state of change display and stop display alone, and (outside) means the state of change display and stop display of the outer reel (left) 26d, the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the outer reel (right) 26f alone. (Inside + outside) means an inner reel (left) 26a, an inner reel (middle) 26b, an inner reel (right) 26c and an outer reel (left) 26d, an outer reel (middle) 26e, and an outer reel. (Right) The state of change display or stop display when 26f overlaps is shown. In the following, the identification information (see FIG. 5) provided on the inner reel is referred to as “decorative symbol”, and the identification information (see FIG. 5) provided on the outer reel is referred to as “production symbol”.

(Confirmed display to start fluctuation)
In FIG. 26, (a) shows a state in which the final display is made in a lost state. In particular, in the case of the outer reel shown in (a-2), the symbol position “3” is shown in any reel. The “non-decorative surface” (refer to FIG. 5) of “No. 5” is stopped, and the decorative symbols fixedly displayed on each reel in the inner reel can be visually recognized from the transparent area of the “non-decorative surface”. (A-3). And (b) has shown a mode that each reel in an inner reel started the fluctuation | variation display because the game ball entered into the 1st starting port 21, for example (b-1). In this state, the outer reel has not changed, the “non-decorative surface” remains stopped (b-2), and each reel in the inner reel starts to display a change display from the transparent area of the “non-decorative surface”. It can be visually recognized (b-3).

(Reach formation-Reach lost temporary stop display)
In FIG. 27, (c) shows a state where the temporary stop is displayed in the reach state. In particular, on the inner reel (left) 26a, from the top, “7 symbols” at symbol position “4”, A decorative symbol of “blank symbol” at symbol position “5” and “female character symbol” at symbol position “6” is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (right) 26c from above, symbol symbol “4”. “Female character design”, “blank design” at symbol position “5”, and “7 symbol” decoration symbol at symbol position “6” are temporarily stopped and inner reel (medium) 26b is displayed in a variable manner. (Forms a so-called double reach). In this state, the outer reel is not changed, the “non-decorative surface” remains stopped (c-2), and the double reach on the inner reel can be visually recognized from the transmission region of the “non-decorative surface”. (C-3). Then, (d) shows that, as a result of the double reach, the “male character symbol” at symbol position “2” is temporarily stopped at the center of the inner reel (b) 26b, and the double reach is temporarily lost. It shows the state. In this state, the outer reel is not changed, the “non-decorative surface” remains stopped (d-2), and the double reach in the inner reel is temporarily lost from the transmission region of the “non-decorative surface”. (D-3).

(Development production after temporary stop display of reach lose)
In FIG. 28, (e) shows the state of the development effect performed after a predetermined time has elapsed after the temporary stop display of the loss in (d). In this development effect, the inner reel keeps the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach is lost (e-1), and starts the variation of each reel on the outer reel (e-2). Note that the outer reel in (e-2) rotates in the reverse direction. That is, since the outer reel located on the front side of the inner reel starts to change when viewed from the player side, the temporary reel is displayed as compared with the above-described (a) to (c) where the outer reel is stopped. It is difficult to visually recognize each decorative pattern on the reel (e-3). (F) shows that the inner reel maintains a temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost (f-1), and the symbol position “6” to the outer reel (right) 26f “8” “Character C Car Symbol” stops, and the outer reel (left) 26d and the outer reel (middle) 26e continue to change (f-2). In this state, the “competitive character C car symbol” is stopped on the front side of the temporarily displayed inner reel (right) 26c, so each decorative symbol of the inner reel (right) 26c The portion that overlaps with the “Character C Car Symbol” becomes invisible, and the portion that does not overlap with the “Battle Character C Vehicle Symbol” is visible (f-3). In (f), on the outer reel (right) 26f, the “competitive character A car design” at symbol positions “6” to “8” was stopped. It is also possible to stop the “Character Character B Car Design”. For example, if the determination result of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is a win, it is easy to choose to stop the “matching character A car symbol”, and the determination result of the “special symbol per unit determination process” is lost. In this case, it may be easy to select to stop the “competitive character C car symbol”, and in this reach, the “competitive character A vehicle symbol” may be expected to be stopped. In any case, based on the “reel fluctuation effect pattern” determined in the “reel fluctuation effect pattern determination process” described above, it is determined which “matching character vehicle symbol” is to be stopped.

  Alternatively, once the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” is stopped, the “competitive character A vehicle symbol” may be stopped reversely. Also, based on the “reel variation effect pattern”, when it is determined in advance that the “competitive character A car design” is to be stopped, the “competitive character C car design” is temporarily stopped, In the outer reel (medium) 26e, the operation of the effect button 14 is urged by stopping the “PUSH button symbols” of the symbol positions “0” to “2”. It may be switched from the “competitive character C vehicle design” to the “competitive character B vehicle design”, “competitive character A vehicle design”, or the like. Thereby, the production button 14 can be operated while expecting that the “competitive character A car symbol” will be stopped.

  Further, the timing of stopping the “fighting character vehicle symbol” is not limited to (f), and may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at a timing before (f). For example, it may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at a timing between (b) and (c). At this timing, since the reach is not formed, the role as a notice effect that suggests that the reach is formed, and the reach is formed, and the reach effect using the “fighting character vehicle design” (for example, , A role as a notice production suggesting that it will develop into a car race reach production). Further, it may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at the timing (c), or may be stopped (or temporarily stopped) at the timing (d). At this timing, even if the result of the reach is lost, it can be thought that a reach effect (for example, a car race reach effect) using the “competitive character vehicle design” will develop.

(Start of car race reach production in development production)
In FIG. 29, (g) shows the symbol position “6” on the outer reel (medium) 26e while maintaining the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach has been lost on the inner reel (g-1). ~ "8""hero character car symbol" is stopped, and on the outer reel (left) 26d, the symbol positions "3" to "5""non-decorativesurface" has been stopped. g-2). In this state, since the “hero character car symbol” stops on the front side of the inner reel (middle) 26b that is temporarily stopped, each decorative symbol on the inner reel (middle) 26b The portion that overlaps the “car symbol” becomes invisible, and the portion that does not overlap the “hero character vehicle symbol” is visible (g-3). That is, in (g-3), the “hero character car symbol” is stopped on the outer reel (medium) 26e, and the “combat character C vehicle symbol” is stopped on the outer reel (right) 26f. Thus, it is suggested that a car race reach production using these production symbols (the main character character car and the battle character C car) will be performed. When transitioning from (g) to (h) described later, a signal sound indicating the start of the car race reach effect and an explanatory sound for notifying the development of the car race reach effect are transmitted via the speaker 10. You may make it improve production | presentation interest by making it output. And (h) has shown a mode that the car race reach production was started, and with the start of the car race reach production, the inner reel (medium) 26b, The reel (right) 26c starts changing display again (forward rotation) (h-1). Also in the outer reel, the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f start to change (reversely rotate) again (h-2). In this state, since the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c are displayed in a variable manner, in the “middle reel” and “right reel”, the “hero character car symbol” mainly in the outer reel. And “opposite character C car symbol” are visible (h-3). In (h-2), the “hero character car symbol” is positioned higher than the “competitive character C vehicle symbol”, and the “hero character character symbol” is more dominant. However, it is possible to indicate that the “Character Character C Car Design” is positioned higher and the “Character Character Car Design” is inferior, and that any of the production designs It can also be shown not superior or inferior without being positioned. For example, if the determination result of “special symbol per unit determination process” is a win, the “special symbol per unit determination process” determination is made easier by making it easier to select an effect indicating that the “hero character car symbol” is dominant. If the result is a loss, make it easier to select an effect indicating that the “hero character car symbol” is inferior, and the “hero character car symbol” is positioned above the reach (car race reach) You may make it have an expectation in preceding in production.

(The final stage of car race reach production in development production)
In FIG. 30, (i) shows a state where the car race reach production has reached the final stage, and the inner reel is “7 symbols” at symbol position “4” from the top in the inner reel (left) 26a. The decorative pattern of “blank symbol” at symbol position “5” and “female character symbol” at symbol position “6” is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c. With two “7 symbols” aligned in the direction, the position between “up” and “middle” of the middle reel and the position between “up” and “middle” of the right reel (top line , At a position different from the center line), the fluctuation fluctuation display is performed in the vertical direction (i-1). Then, the outer reel is continuously stopped on the outer reel (left) 26d, and the “non-decorative surface” is stopped. On the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f, The "C-car symbol" is gradually moving upward (reversely rotating at a reduced speed) in a state of being lined up in the left-right direction (i-2). In this state, from the positional relationship with the two “7 symbols” arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c, the leading end of the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel 26e The symbol position “5” “7 symbol” of the inner reel (middle) 26b is located at the tip of the “competitive character C car symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f, and the symbol position “of the inner reel (right) 26c” “7 symbols” of No. 6 ”is located (i-3). (J) shows two “7 symbols” arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c, respectively, from the state (i-1) described above. It moves to “up” and “up” of the right reel (reverse rotation), and swing fluctuation display is performed in the vertical direction (j−1). The outer reel has been described above in the state where the “hero character car symbol” and the “combat character C vehicle symbol” are aligned in the left-right direction on the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f. It is moved further upward (reversely rotated) from the position in i-2) (j-2). In this state, from the positional relationship with the two “7 symbols” arranged in the left-right direction of the inner reel (middle) 26b and the inner reel (right) 26c, the leading end of the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel 26e The symbol position “5” “7 symbol” of the inner reel (middle) 26b is located at the tip of the “competitive character C car symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f, and the symbol position “of the inner reel (right) 26c” “7 symbol” of No. 6 ”is located (j-3). That is, in the state of (i-3) to (j-3), the “hero character car symbol” and the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” of the outer reel are as if each “7 symbol” of the inner reel. The effect is as if the character is moving upwards, and the “hero character car design” and the “competitive character C car design” on the outer reel are used to display “7 designs, 7 designs, 7 designs on the top line. The production is performed to make you think that the symbol combinations of " In other words, “7 symbol” of the middle reel and “hero character car symbol” move together toward the top line, and “7 symbol” of the right reel and “competitive character C car symbol” link to the top. Will move towards the line. In this context, “linkage” means that the design of the inner reel and the design of the outer reel do not contribute to each other's movement, but they operate independently. The design of the inner reel and the design of the outer reel appear to contribute to the operation. In (j-3), the symbol combination “7 Symbols, 7 Symbols, 7 Symbols” is stopped on the top line in the drawing, but this state is the state of the inner reel (medium) 26b, the inner reel ( (Right) Since “7 Symbols” of 26c are displayed in a swinging up and down direction, the winning symbol combination is not confirmed and the winning symbol combination is confirmed or not displayed. It is a situation.

(End of car race reach when winning is determined)
In FIG. 31, (k) shows the ending of the car race reach effect when the winning is determined (branch 1 from j-3), and the inner reel is the upper reel in the inner reel (left) 26a. , The decorative symbol of “7 symbol” at symbol position “4”, “blank symbol” at symbol position “5”, and “female character symbol” at symbol position “6” is temporarily stopped and the inner reel ( Middle) In 26b, from the top, “7 symbol” at symbol position “6”, “GO symbol” at symbol position “7”, “Special reach development suggestion symbol (part)” at symbol position “8” The decorative symbol is temporarily stopped, and on the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, "7 symbol" of symbol position "6", "blank symbol" of symbol position "7", symbol position "8" The “7 symbols” decoration symbol is temporarily stopped. That is, the decorative symbol of the inner reel (medium) 26b is moved upward by one symbol position (k-1). In the outer reel, the “non-decorative surface” continues to stop on the outer reel (left) 26d. In the outer reel (middle) 26e, the “hero character car symbol” is positioned in the above-described position (j-2). Moved further upward (reverse rotation) and stopped at a specific position, and on the outer reel (right) 26f, the “competitive character C car symbol” maintains the position in (j-2) described above. Then stop. That is, the “hero character car symbol” is positioned higher than the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” (k-2). In this state, the middle reel performs the movement of the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel (medium) 26e and the movement of the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) of the inner reel (middle) 26b. However, in the right reel, the movement of the “competitive character C car symbol” on the outer reel (right) 26f and the movement of the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel (right) 26c are not performed. (From the player's point of view, the middle reel moves, but the right reel does not move). In other words, the “hero character car symbol” and the “combat character C vehicle symbol” of the outer reel shown in (i-3) and (j-3) described above are as if each “7 symbol” of the inner reel. As a result of performing an effect as if it was moved upward, the “hero character car symbol” was able to move “7 symbols” (for one symbol position), but the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” The effect result that “7 symbols” could not be moved (one symbol position) could be derived. As a result, the car race reach effect is “successful”, and the player is notified that the determination result of the “special symbol determination process” is correct (k-3). Then, after the predetermined time has elapsed, the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel (middle) 26e and the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f are rotated, and the symbol positions “3” to Stop “5” “non-decorative surface” (“non-decorative surface” stops on all outer reels). Then, (l) shows that the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the top line in the inner reel (l-1), and the outer reel is in all the outer reels as described above. Since the “non-decorative surface” is stopped (1-2), it is possible to visually confirm that the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is displayed on the top line. (1-3). Although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a displays a winning special symbol ( For example, “5”) corresponding to the special symbol D is fixedly displayed.

  In addition, when rotating the "hero character car symbol" of the outer reel between (k) and (l) in FIG. 31, "V symbol of symbol positions" 9 "to" 11 " Can be stopped, and then the “V symbol” can be withdrawn to stop the “non-decorated surface”. If the “V symbol” is stopped in this way, it is possible to further enhance the mood of the player who has won the winning game. Further, in the above example, the middle reel is moved by the movement of the "hero character car symbol" of the outer reel (middle) 26e and the movement of the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) of the inner reel (middle) 26b. However, the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) on the inner reel 26b may not be moved. That is, the effect result may be derived simply by the movement of the “hero character car symbol” and the stagnation of the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” on the outer reel.

(End of Car Race Reach Production when Loss is decided)
In FIG. 32, (m) shows the end result of the car race reach effect when the losing is determined (branch 2 from j-3), and the inner reel is the upper reel in the inner reel (left) 26a. , The decorative symbol of “7 symbol” at symbol position “4”, “blank symbol” at symbol position “5”, and “female character symbol” at symbol position “6” is temporarily stopped and the inner reel ( Middle) From 26b, the decorative symbols “7 symbols” at symbol position “5”, “7 symbols” at symbol position “6”, and “GO symbols” at symbol position “7” from the top are temporarily stopped. In the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, the “blank symbol” at the symbol position “7”, the “7 symbol” at the symbol position “8”, and the “GO symbol” at the symbol position “9” are decorated. The symbol is temporarily stopped. That is, the decorative symbol of the inner reel (right) 26c is moved upward by one symbol position (m-1). In the outer reel, the “non-decorative surface” continues to stop on the outer reel (left) 26d. In the outer reel (middle) 26e, the “hero character car symbol” is positioned in the above-described position (j-2). In the outer reel (right) 26f, the “competitive character C car symbol” is moved further upward (reversely rotated) from the position in (j-2) described above to a specific position. Stopped at. That is, the “competitive character C car design” is positioned above the “hero character car design” (m−2). In this state, the right reel performs the movement of the “competitive character C car symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f and the movement of the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) of the inner reel (right) 26c. However, in the middle reel, the movement of the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel (middle) 26e and the movement of the decorative symbol (for one symbol position) of the inner reel (middle) 26b are not performed. (From the player's point of view, the right reel moves, but the middle reel does not move). In other words, the “hero character car symbol” and the “combat character C vehicle symbol” of the outer reel shown in (i-3) and (j-3) described above are as if each “7 symbol” of the inner reel. As a result of performing an effect such as moving upwards, the “Character Character C Car Symbol” was able to move “7 Symbols” (for one symbol position), but the “Character Character Car Symbol” was The effect result that “7 symbols” could not be moved (one symbol position) could be derived. As a result, the car race reach effect is “failure”, and the player is notified that the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is lost (m-3). Then, after the predetermined time has elapsed, the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel (middle) 26e and the “competitive character C vehicle symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f are rotated, and the symbol positions “3” to Stop “5” “non-decorative surface” (“non-decorative surface” stops on all outer reels). In (n), the symbol combination of “7 symbols / 7 symbols / blank symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the top line of the inner reels (n−1), and the outer reels are all on the outer reels as described above. Since the “non-decorative surface” is stopped (n-2), it is possible to visually confirm that the symbol combination of “7 symbols / 7 symbols / blank symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the top line (no win was given) (N-3). Although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a displays the special symbol ( For example, “-”) corresponding to the special symbol F is fixedly displayed.

  As described above, according to the “car race reach production” in the present embodiment, by using the production symbols arranged on the plurality of outer reels, an effect such as car racing is performed by rotating the outer reels in reverse. After that, the effect symbol provided on the outer reel performs the effect as if the ornament symbol arranged on the inner reel is moved, and notifies whether it is a win or a miss. Further, it is possible to further enhance the entertainment interest by executing the effects produced in conjunction with the effect symbols provided on the outer reel. For example, in the above (f-3), it is determined which of the “competitive character A vehicle design”, “competitive character B vehicle design”, and “competitive character C vehicle design” is to be stopped, in particular, the win. It is possible to focus attention on whether or not the “competitive character A car symbol” that is easy to be selected stops, and in the above (h-3), particularly when “winning” is determined, “ It can be noted whether the “hero character car symbol” is dominant, or whether the “hero character car symbol” moves upward from the state of (j-3) above, or “the battle character C vehicle symbol”. It can also be paid attention to whether or not “is moved upward.

  In addition, in the explanation of the “car race reach production”, the explanation was made on whether the “7 symbols” of the inner reels are aligned or not. However, not only “7 symbols” but also other symbols are described. It can also be used. For example, a “female character design” may be used. In this case, the degree of expectation for winning may be different between the case where the effect is performed using “7 symbols” and the case where the effect is performed using “female character symbols”. Specifically, in the case of winning, it is easier to select the effect using “7 symbols” than “female character symbols”, and in the case of losing, “female character symbols” are selected rather than “7 symbols”. It is assumed that it is easy to select the effect used, and that the degree of expectation for winning is different. In addition, in the explanation of the “car race reach production”, the explanation of whether the “7 symbols” are aligned on the top line or not is performed, but the position where the symbols are aligned is not limited to the top line, Any effective line may be used, for example, a center line.

  33 to 39 are diagrams for explaining the details of the “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” in the present embodiment. The “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” can be executed as a reach production further developed from the above-mentioned “Car Race Reach Production Loss” (n-3), or a simple reach loss such as (d-3) described above. ) Can also be executed as a reach production developed from.

(Development production after temporary stop display of reach lose)
In FIG. 33, (a) is a temporary stop display state (a-1) indicating that the double reach is lost in the inner reel. Note that the symbol positions (decorative symbols and the like forming a double reach) of the decorative symbols on the inner reel are the same as the “car race reach effect” described above, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted. In the outer reels, the “non-decorative surfaces” of all reels are stopped (a-2), and the decorative symbols temporarily stopped and displayed on each reel in the inner reel can be visually recognized (a−). 3). And (b) has shown the mode of the development effect performed after predetermined time progress, after performing the temporary stop display of loss in (a). In this development effect, the inner reel starts to change only the outer reel (medium) 26e while maintaining the temporary stop display indicating that the double reach is lost (b-1). . Note that the outer reel (medium) 26e in (b-2) rotates in the reverse direction. That is, since the change of the outer reel (medium) 26e located on the front side of the inner reel (middle) 26b as viewed from the player side is started, the temporary reel is compared with the above-described (a) where the outer reel is stopped. It is difficult to visually recognize each decorative symbol of the inner reel (medium) 26b that is stopped and displayed (b-3).

(Operation promotion effects in development effects)
In FIG. 34, (c) shows a state of an operation promotion effect performed after the outer reel (medium) 26e is changed in (b) described above. The inner reel continues to display the temporary stop indication of double reach loss (c-1), and the outer reel (medium) 26e stops the “PUSH button symbol” from symbol positions “0” to “2”. (C-2). In this state, each decorative symbol of the inner reel (middle) 26b is almost covered with the “PUSH button symbol” of the outer reel (middle) 26e, so each decorative symbol of the inner reel (middle) 26b is covered. Are hardly visible (c-3). Therefore, since the “PUSH button symbol” is stopped using almost the area of the middle reel and the operation promotion effect is performed, it is possible to give an impact to the player and to recognize that the effect button 14 is the operation effective period. it can. At this time, the effect button 14 performs a light emission display indicating that the operation is effective, and the operation effective period is set. In the 7-segment display 28 in the game board 6, the effect control board 200 is displayed. Under the control, “PUSH” is displayed using four 7-segment indicators 28. Accordingly, the player fully recognizes that the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period by stopping the “PUSH button symbol” of the outer reel (medium) 26e and displaying “PUSH” on the 7-segment display 28. Can be made. Note that, between (c) and (d) described later, it is shown that the effect button 14 has been operated by the player, and although not shown by the operation of the effect button 14, the inner reel ( Middle) 26b rotates. Of course, the rotation of the inner reel 26b is executed even when the operation effective period has passed without the effect button 14 being operated. Then, (d) stops after the inner reel (medium) 26b rotates, and temporarily displays the “special reach development suggestion symbols” of symbol positions “8” to “10” (d -1). This “special reach development suggestion symbol” is drawn as “GP RACE” (Grand Prix Race), and this indicates that “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” will be executed thereafter. The outer reel stops the “non-decorative surface” by rotating the outer reel (medium) 26e with the operation of the effect button 14 by the player or the elapse of the operation valid period. (D-2). In order to stop the “non-decorative surface” by rotating the outer reel (medium) 26e, as shown in FIG. 5, an arrangement of symbols in which the “non-decorative surface” is located immediately below the “PUSH button symbol”. Therefore, from the state where the “PUSH button symbol” is stopped, if the decorative symbol is moved by three symbol positions by reverse rotation, the “PUSH button symbol” is retracted and the “non-decorative surface” is displayed. Since it can be stopped, it is possible to quickly switch the effect design. In this state, it is possible to visually recognize that “special reach development suggestion symbol” is temporarily stopped and displayed, particularly in the middle reel (d-3). In (d-1), the special reach development suggestion symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed on the inner reel 26b. However, as a result of the rotation, the special reach development suggestion symbol is not temporarily stopped and displayed. , You may temporarily display other decorative symbols to inform you that it is a loss that does not develop into a “Grand Prix Race Reach”, or in the first place that does not turn into a “Grand Prix Race Reach” You may notify that there is.

(Preparation before the start of the Grand Prix Race Reach Production Direction)
In FIG. 35, (e) shows a state after a predetermined time has elapsed from the state (d-3) described above. The inner reel starts to change in the forward rotation from the state (d-1) (e-1), and the outer reel starts to change in the reverse rotation from the state (d-2). (E-2) In this state, it is visible that all of the left reel, middle reel, and right reel are rotating (e-3). Then, after a predetermined time elapses, the decorative symbols of each reel are displayed temporarily on the inner reel. That is, in the inner reel (left) 26a, from the top, "blank symbol" at symbol position "9", "special blank symbol" at symbol position "10", and "blank symbol" at symbol position "11" Is displayed on the inner reel 26b. From the top, the “blank symbol” at the symbol position “11”, the “special blank symbol” at the symbol position “0”, and the symbol position “2” from the top. “Blank symbol” is displayed as a temporary stop, and in the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, “blank symbol” of symbol position “11”, “special blank symbol” of symbol position “0”, symbol position “ The “2” “blank symbol” is temporarily stopped. That is, a symbol combination of “special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol” is temporarily stopped and displayed on the center line (f-1). Then, the outer reel keeps rotating (f-2). In this state, the outer reels are all rotated, but the symbol combination of “special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol” temporarily displayed on the center line of the inner reel can be visually recognized (f-3). ). Here, the “special blank design” is designed to resemble the “start line” and “goal line”, and the adjacent “blank design” is designed to resemble the “road” Thus, as shown in (g-3) and the like to be described later, it is possible to produce an effect as if a car (design) (drawn on the outer reel) is running on the circuit course. Further, by using a plurality of outer reels, it is possible to execute an effect such that a plurality of cars (symbols) are competing.

(Start of Grand Prix Race Reach production in development production)
In FIG. 36, (g) shows a state in which the effect symbols are stopped in each reel by reducing the rotation speed of the outer reel from the state (f-2) described above. The inner reel continues to be in a state where the symbol combination “special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol” is temporarily stopped on the center line (g-1), and the outer reel is the outer reel (left ) In 26d, a part (the front part of the car) of the symbol position “6” to “8” of “Mob car symbol A” is stopped, and the symbol position “6” to the outer reel (medium) 26e is stopped. A part (front part of the car) of “8” “hero character car symbol” is stopped, and “enemy character C car symbol” of symbol positions “6” to “8” is placed on the outer reel (right) 26f. "(The front part of the car) is stopped (g-2). In this state, from the positional relationship with the symbol combination of “special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol” temporarily stopped on the center line of the inner reel, on the start line (formed by the inner reel), A state in which the car (in the outer reel) is stopped in a horizontal line can be visually recognized, and it can be recognized that the race effect will be started (g-3). In addition, when transitioning from (g) to (h), which will be described later, a signal sound indicating that the grand prix race reach effect is started and an explanation sound for notifying the development of the grand prix race reach effect are transmitted via the speaker 10. You may make it improve production | presentation interest by making it output. And (h) has shown that the grand prix race reach production has been started (has started), and the inner reel has started to display a change in accordance with the start of the grand prix race reach production (h-1), Only the “hero character car symbol” of the outer reel (middle) 26e moves upward (h-2). In this state, the Grand Prix Race Reach production is started, and it is possible to visually recognize the state where the “hero character car symbol” is dominant (the state where an advantageous start has been made) (h-3). The concept of superiority and inferiority of the “hero character car symbol” and the concept of the type of “enemy character vehicle symbol” of the outer reel (right) 26f are the same as the car race reach effect described above. In (g), the “enemy character C car symbol” is stopped, but the “enemy character car symbol” is switched by operating the effect button 14 as in the car race reach effect described above. Production may be performed. Also, for the “mob car symbol” stopped on the outer reel (left) 26d, the “mob car symbol A” is more easily selected than the “mob car symbol B” when the winning is determined. Thus, it may be expected that the “mob vehicle symbol A” will be stopped. Further, between (h) and (i), which will be described later, the winning is determined to temporarily stop the “chance suggestion symbols” of the symbol positions “0” to “2” of the outer reel (left) 26d. It may be easy to be selected when it is done. If comprised in this way, in all the outer reels, it is possible to execute an effect that expects to win, so it is possible to improve the effect of the effect.

(End of Grand Prix Race Reach Production Direction)
In FIG. 37, (i) shows a state in which the grand prix race reach production has reached the final stage after a lapse of a predetermined time from (h) described above, and the inner reel is from the top in the inner reel (left) 26a. Decorative symbol of symbol position “10” “special blank symbol”, symbol position “11” “blank symbol”, symbol position “0” “GO symbol” is temporarily stopped and the inner reel (inside ) In 26b, from the top, the “designated blank design” at symbol position “0”, the “blank symbol” at symbol position “1”, and the “male character symbol” at symbol position “2” are temporarily stopped. In the inner reel (right) 26c, from the top, “special blank symbol” at symbol position “0”, “blank symbol” at symbol position “1”, “male character symbol at symbol position“ 2 ” "" Is temporarily displayed. i-1). In other words, a symbol combination of “special blank symbol / special blank symbol / special blank symbol” temporarily displayed on the top line is regarded as a goal line. Then, the outer reel stops the “non-decorative surface” at the outer reel (left) 26d, and stops a part of the “hero character car symbol” at the outer reel (middle) 26e (or reverses the speed by reducing the speed). Rotate) and stop part of the “enemy character C car symbol” at the same height as part of the “hero character car symbol” on the outer reel (right) 26f. ) At this time, it is possible to visually recognize a state where the “hero character car symbol” and the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” are spreading intense heat toward the goal line (i-3).

(End of Grand Prix Race Reach production when winning is determined)
In FIG. 37, (j) shows the ending of the Grand Prix Race Reach production when winning is determined (branch 1 from i-3), and the inner reel is temporarily stopped from (i-1). The display is maintained (j-1), and the outer reel moves the “hero character car symbol” upward in the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” in the outer reel (right) 26f. Is moved upward (both are stopped at the moved position). At this time, the “hero character car symbol” is positioned higher than the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” (j-2). In this state, it is possible to visually recognize how the “hero character car symbol” has reached the goal line first. That is, it is possible to visually recognize a state where the “hero character car symbol” is displayed superimposed on the “special blank symbol” that is assumed to be a goal line. Note that “superimposition” may include a state in which a part of the symbol on the outer reel (for example, “hero character car symbol”) overlaps the symbol on the inner reel (“special blank symbol”). A state in which all the symbols (for example, “hero character car symbol”) overlap with the symbols on the inner reel (“special blank symbol”) may also be included. As a result, the Grand Prix Race Reach Production will inform the player that the “hero character car” has won, and that the determination result of the “special symbol per determination process” is correct (j− 3). In FIG. 38, (k) is an effect performed after notifying that “the main character car” has won, and in the inner reel, all the states from the above-mentioned state (j−1) The reels are variably displayed (k-1), and the outer reels are rotated after the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f are rotated from the state (j-2) described above. ) Stop the “V symbol” at symbol positions “9” to “11” at 26e, and stop the “non-decorative surface” at the outer reel (right) 26f (k-2). Here, the “V symbol” is an effect symbol that can be stopped only when the winning is determined. In this state, although the inner reel continues to display fluctuation, the “V symbol” stopped on the outer reel (medium) 26e is visible (k-3). When a predetermined time elapses from the state (k-3), the outer reel (medium) 26e is rotated to stop the “non-decorative surface”. And (l) shows a state in which the decorative symbols on the inner reel are fixedly displayed. In the state where “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” are aligned from the state of (k−1), the center line is displayed. After a temporary stop display above, a fixed display is made (l-1). In the outer reel, the “non-decorative surface” is stopped on all reels (l-2). In this state, it is visible that the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the center line (it can be visually confirmed that the winning combination has been given) (l-3). . Although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a displays a winning special symbol ( For example, “5”) corresponding to the special symbol D is fixedly displayed.

(End of Grand Prix Race Reach Production when Loss is decided)
In FIG. 39, (m) shows the end result of the grand prix race reach production when the loss is determined (branch 2 from i-3), and the inner reel is temporarily stopped from (i-1). The display is maintained (m−1), and the outer reel moves the “hero character car symbol” upward in the outer reel (middle) 26e, and the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” in the outer reel (right) 26f. Is moved upward (both are stopped at the moved position). At this time, the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” is positioned higher than the “hero character vehicle symbol” (m−2). In this state, it is possible to visually recognize how the “enemy character C car symbol” has reached the goal line first. That is, it is possible to visually recognize a state in which the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” is displayed superimposed on the “special blank symbol” that looks like a goal line. As a result, the Grand Prix Race Reach Production will indicate that the “hero character car” has been “defeated” and inform the player that the determination result of the “special symbol per determination process” is lost (m− 3). When a predetermined time elapses from the state (m-3), the inner reel starts to display fluctuation, and the outer reel rotates the outer reel (middle) 26e and the outer reel (right) 26f. To stop the “non-decorated surface”. And (n) shows a state in which the decorative symbols on the inner reel are fixedly displayed, and after rotating from the state of (m−1), “7 symbols, 7 symbols, blank symbols” are aligned. Then, after a temporary stop display on the center line, a fixed display is made (n-1). In the outer reel, the “non-decorative surface” is stopped on all reels (n−2). In this state, it is possible to visually recognize that the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, and blank symbols” is displayed on the center line (it is possible to visually recognize that the loss has been given) (n-3). . Although not shown, at this time, for example, when the execution of the effect is based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21, the first special symbol display 27a displays the special symbol ( For example, “-”) corresponding to the special symbol F is fixedly displayed.

  Thus, according to the “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” in the present embodiment, by using the production symbols arranged on the plurality of outer reels, the outer reels are reversely rotated to produce an effect like a car race, The decorative design (special blank design) that looks like the goal line provided on the inner reel is informed of whether the production design of the outer reel arrives first or not, so It is possible to further improve the effect of the production by executing the production effect linked with the provided decoration symbol and the production symbol provided on the outer reel. For example, between the above (c) and (d), attention is paid to whether or not the “special reach development suggestion symbol” is temporarily displayed on the inner reel (medium) 26b by operating the effect button 14. In the above (g), any one of the “competitive character A vehicle design”, “competitive character B vehicle design”, and “competitive character C vehicle design” is placed on the outer reel (right) 26f. It can be noticed whether it is stopped, in particular, whether or not the “competitive character A car design” that is likely to be selected when winning is determined, and the outer reel (left) 26d will be It can be noted which of “A” and “Mob car symbol B” is stopped, in particular, whether “Mob car symbol A” which is easily selected when the winning is determined, is stopped. , (H) and (i) above In this case, it can be noted whether or not the “chance suggestion symbol” that is likely to be selected when winning is determined, or the “hero character car symbol” is determined from the state (i-3) described above. It is possible to focus attention on whether the player moves up to reach the goal line first, or whether the “competitive character C car design” moves up and reaches the goal line first.

(Another example in this embodiment)
Next, another example in the above-described embodiment will be described. In the above-described embodiment, the description is given in the form of effects executed in the reel unit 26 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in the other example, it corresponds to the reel unit 26 mounted on the slot machine 500. The description will be given in the form of an effect executed on the sub reel 501. Here, the reel unit 26 in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the sub reel 501 in the other example (that is, the sub reel 501 includes an inner reel and an outer reel and is controlled by the sub CPU 201). The first special symbol indicator 27a and the second special symbol indicator 27b in the embodiment described above correspond to the main reel 502 in the other example (that is, the main reel 502 is controlled by the main CPU 101). The sub reel 501 is composed of an inner reel and an outer reel, but the reference numerals and the like will be described using the numbers given by the reel unit 26 described above for convenience. The description will be made assuming that the symbol configuration of the inner reel and the symbol configuration of the outer reel are exactly the same as those of the reel unit 26 described above.

(Description of slot machine 500)
In the following, a brief description of the playability of the slot machine 500 will be given. As shown in FIG. 40, the slot machine 500 includes a sub reel 501, a main reel 502, a stop button 503, a start lever 504, a medal slot 505, and the like. For example, a medal tray is provided. The sub reel 501 includes a left sub reel 501a, a middle sub reel 501b, and a right sub reel 501c. These left sub reel 501a, middle sub reel 501b, and right sub reel 501c have an inner reel and an outer reel, respectively. The main reel 502 includes a left main reel 502a, a middle main reel 502b, and a right main reel 502c. Each main reel has symbols such as “7 symbols” and “BAR symbols” drawn thereon. The stop button 503 includes a left stop button 503a, a middle stop button 503b, and a right stop button 503c. When the left main reel 502a, the middle main reel 502b, and the right main reel 502c are rotating, Is activated, the left main reel 502a can be stopped by the left stop button 503a, the middle main reel 502b can be stopped by the middle stop button 503b, and the right main reel can be stopped by the right stop button 503c. 502c can be stopped. The start lever 504 is inserted when medals necessary for one game (for example, three) are inserted from the medal insertion slot 505 and a predetermined time has passed since the operation of the start lever 504 of the previous game (for example, (4, 4.1 seconds) is a means for starting one game when operated by a player. Therefore, the operation of the start lever 504 is triggered by the main CPU 101 performing a process of determining a winning combination, a process of rotating the left main reel 502a, the middle main reel 502b, and the right main reel 502c. Here, as one game flow of the slot machine 500, three medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 505, the start lever 504 is operated, a random number value for lottery is extracted based on the operation, and the extraction is performed. The winning combination is determined internally using the random number value, and each stop button is stopped, and the symbol combination related to the winning combination determined internally is stopped on the active line. Yes.

  The winning combination includes an RB (regular bonus) that is advantageous to the player, a BB (big bonus) that is more advantageous to the player (advantageous in terms of the number of medals gained), and a new medal. Replay that allows you to play the next game without throwing in, the number of award medals set within a range not exceeding 15 cards, such as a cherry role (for example, 2), a watermelon role (for example, 6), A bell role (for example, 8) is provided. If the random number extracted by operating the start lever 504 does not belong to any of these winning combinations, it is lost. In addition, only the symbol combination related to the winning winning combination is allowed to stop on the active line, and the symbol combination related to the winning winning combination cannot be stopped to the active line. For example, when the player is hitting the bell in a single role, only the symbol combination related to the bell is allowed to stop on the effective line, and in this situation, the symbol combination related to the replay cannot be stopped on the effective line. The RB is a bonus that ends when a predetermined number of wins or a predetermined number of games have been performed, and approximately 120 medals can be obtained if an RB is played. The BB is a bonus that ends when a predetermined number of medals are paid out. If a BB is played, approximately 300 medals can be obtained.

  In addition to the above-mentioned RB and BB, as a state advantageous to the player, the above-mentioned replay is won with high probability, and without aiming to reduce medals, the aim is to obtain the next bonus (BB, RB). For example, when the operation order of the “RT” or the above stop buttons matches the predetermined operation order, for example, 8 medals are paid out, and when they do not match, 0 or 1 medal is paid out. It is possible to install "AT" that provides a push order bell combination and notifies the operation order of the push order bell combination, or "ART" that combines the above "RT" and the "AT". In the example, “RT” of these is mounted. In this example, the BB includes “BB1”, “BB2”, and “BB3”, and the RB includes “RB1” and “RB2”. In addition, when hitting “BB1”, “RT (upper limit number of times: infinite)” is given after the end of BB1, and when hitting “BB2”, “RT (upper limit number of times: 50 times) after the end of BB2. "Is given and" BB3 "is hit," RT "is not given after the end of BB3. In addition, when hitting “RB1”, “RT (upper limit number of times: 30 times)” is given after RB1 ends, and when hitting “RB2”, “RT” is not given after RB2 ends. ing. As a result, “BB1” is most advantageous to the player, so that the game is made to allow the player to play the game while desiring to hit “BB1”.

  Further, the slot machine 500 according to this example includes a “freeze”. This “freeze” means, for example, that the period from when the start lever 504 is operated until the operation of each stop button is validated is longer than when the freeze is not performed. It is a state in which the progress of the game is delayed without accepting the operation of each stop button or the like by rotating in a manner different from the manner, or staying without turning the main reel 502. . In this example, “Freeze” is executed with a predetermined probability when “BB1” is determined as a winning combination and when “RB1” is determined as a winning combination. ing. Further, in this example, the “car race reach effect” described in FIGS. 26 to 32 described above and the above-described FIGS. 33 to 33 are executed as effects performed on the sub-reel 501 when “freeze” is performed. “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” described in FIG. 39 can be executed, and representative examples of these productions in which the “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” is executed in the slot machine 500 are shown in FIGS. Will be described.

  41 to 43 are the left sub reel 501a, middle sub reel 501b, right sub reel 501c, left main reel 502a, middle main reel 502b, right main reel 502c, left stop button 503a, middle stop button 503b in FIG. The right stop button 503c and the start lever 504 are extracted and described, and for the sake of convenience, only the symbol (a) in FIG. Further, the black circle notation of the stop button 503 represents that the stop button 503 is invalid, and the white circle notation represents that the stop button 503 is valid. In the description of FIGS. 26 to 32 and FIGS. 33 to 39 described above, the inner reel constitutes a decorative pattern in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and thus words such as a confirmation display and a temporary stop display are used. In this separate example, for the main reel 502, the words such as the confirmation display and the temporary stop display are used (since the design of the main reel 502 also serves as the above-described special design and decoration design), and the sub reel 501 Since it is just a production reel, the wording of simply stopping is used.

  FIG. 41A shows a state where the start lever 504 is operated by the player and the game is started. At this time, “BB1” is determined as the winning combination, and the freeze is started. That is, when the freezing is started, the main reel 502 is once stagnated, and the sub reels 501 (the inner reel and the outer reel) start reverse rotation. (B) shows a state in which the main reel 502 starts reverse rotation at a low speed after a predetermined time has elapsed from (a). FIG. 35C shows the display mode of FIG. 35F-3 described above (a state in which the inner reel derives a special blank symbol and the outer reel fluctuates) on the sub reel 501. The reel 502 is still performing reverse rotation at a low speed. FIG. 36D shows the display mode shown in FIG. 36 (g-3) (the inner reel derives a special blank symbol and the outer reel is a part of “Mob car symbol A”. A part of the “hero character car symbol” and a part of the “enemy character C car symbol” are stopped, and the state that the vehicle (in the outer reel) (in the outer reel) stops on the horizontal line on the start line is visible. The main reel 502 is still performing reverse rotation at a low speed.

  FIG. 42 (e) shows the display mode of FIG. 36 (h-3) described above (the main character car symbol predominates) in the sub reel 501. The main reel 502 is still rotating backward at a low speed. . (F) shows that the display mode of FIG. 37 (i-3) (“hero character car symbol” and “enemy character C vehicle symbol” on the sub reel 501 described above in FIG. The main reel 502 is still performing reverse rotation at a low speed. FIG. 37 (g) shows the display mode of FIG. 37 (j-3) described above (a state in which the “hero character car symbol” has reached the goal line first) on the sub reel 501, and the main reel 502 is The reverse rotation is still performed at a low speed. FIG. 38H shows the display mode of FIG. 38 (k-3) described above (the inner reel continues to be variably displayed, but the “V symbol” stopped on the outer reel (medium) 26e is visible on the sub reel 501. In the main reel 502, the symbol combination “BB1” is slowly changed while being aligned, and then temporarily stopped on the center line. (I) maintains the display of FIG. 42 (h) in the sub reel 501 and rotates the main reels forward in the main reel 502 (strictly speaking, the left main reel 502a and the middle main reel 502b). The right main reel 502c is rotated in the normal order), and then each stop button is enabled (operable). Thus, in particular, since it is possible to recognize that “BB1” is given by the temporary stop display of “BB1” of the main reel in FIG. 42 (h), the symbol combination “BB1” in FIG. It can be recognized that “BB1” is given by stopping at the effective line. In addition, even when applied to the slot machine 500, it is possible to improve the production and entertainment by providing the linkage between the outer reel (drum) and the inner reel (drum). Since the effect involving the main reel 502 can be performed, the impact of the effect can be given more. 42 (g), the symbol combination “BB1” may be temporarily stopped and displayed on the main reel 502 at the timing when the hero character car symbol is superimposed on the special blank symbol. In FIG. 43 (j), the symbol combination “RB1” on the main reel 502 (the symbol combination based on the BAR symbol shown in FIG. 43 (k)) is combined with the timing at which the enemy character C vehicle symbol is superimposed on the special blank symbol. You may make it display a temporary stop. As shown in FIG. 42 (e), when the hero character car symbol is dominant, the symbol combination “BB1” is further lowered at the lower speed than the speed of the low speed fluctuation in the main reel 502 and moved around the center line. Alternatively, when the enemy character C car symbol is dominant, the symbol combination “RB1” on the main reel 502 is further made slower than the speed of the low speed fluctuation to move around the center line. It may be. With this configuration, not only the relationship between the outer reel (drum) and the inner reel (drum) in the sub-reel 501 but also the relationship with the main reel 502 is realized, and the impact of the production is further improved. Can be given.

  On the other hand, FIG. 43 (j) shows the display mode of FIG. 39 (m-3) described above (a state in which the “enemy character C car symbol” has reached the goal line first) on the sub reel 501. The reel 502 is still performing reverse rotation at a low speed. 43 (k) maintains the display of FIG. 43 (j) on the sub-reel 501, and on the main reel 502, the symbol combination “RB1” slowly changes while being aligned, and then temporarily stops on the center line. is doing. (L) maintains the display of FIG. 43 (k) in the sub reel 501 and rotates the main reels forward in the main reel 502 (strictly speaking, the left main reel 502a and the middle main reel 502b). The right main reel 502c is rotated in the normal order), and then each stop button is enabled (operable). This makes it possible to recognize that the Grand Prix race reach performance performed on the sub reel 501 is “defeated” and that the most advantageous “BB1” has not been given (RB1 has been given). In this way, by making the effect of the sub reel 501 according to the magnitude of the winning combination, the effect performed on the sub reel 501 can be more focused.

  In addition, although FIGS. 41-43 demonstrated the example of the freeze when "BB1" and "RB1" were determined (both are provided with a bonus), it is not restricted to this. For example, freezes are performed with a duplicate winning combination of “BB1” and “Cherry” and a single winning combination of “Cherry”, and the start of the next game of the winning game of these winning roles The operations shown in FIGS. 41 to 43 may be executed during the period from the operation of the lever 504 until each stop button becomes valid. In this case, for example, the symbol combination related to “Cherry” is displayed, and the freeze is disclosed by the operation of the start lever 504 of the next game. If it is a double winning combination, the result of FIG. If it is a winning combination, the sub reel 501 displays FIG. 43 (j). In the main reel 502, the left reel "middle" has "7 symbols", the middle reel "down" has "7 symbols", the right reel “7 symbols” may be temporarily stopped and displayed on the reel “middle”, and it may be informed that the “Cherry” to which “BB1” is not given is a single winning combination (lost as a result of freezing). In addition, it is easier for duplicate winners to select “Grand Prix Race Reach”, and for single winners, it is easier to select “Car Race Reach” and “Grand Prix Race Reach” is executed. You may make it want.

  Further, in the slot machine 500 according to this different example, the above-described effect using the sub reel 501 is performed during the execution of the freeze. However, the execution scene of the effect using the sub reel 501 is not limited to the freeze. For example, the main reel 502 may be stopped by each stop button even when an effect using the sub reel 501 is performed without performing the freeze. Further, in this case, when the main reel 502 is all stopped when the effect of the sub reel 501 is not derived, the effect of the sub reel 501 is forcibly terminated along with the stop of the main reel 502. Also good. If comprised in this way, it can respond to the needs of the player who wants to advance a game quickly.

  Next, a specific example of “notice” mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 44 to 55. Here, in the present embodiment, the 7-segment display 28 is used to give a notice of advancement to reach or advance from reach to a super reach that is more likely to be hit. Although reference has been made to performing a display to display or a display to notify that it will be a hit (described above), a specific example in the “notice” will be described below.

  In the present embodiment, although not illustrated, a plurality of types of “notice” are provided, and the plurality of types of “notice” are configured to be executed alone or in combination. For example, when the sub CPU 201 determines the reel variation effect pattern in the “reel variation effect pattern determination process”, the sub CPU 201 refers to a “notice determination table” (not shown) stored in the sub ROM 202 and executes the “notice” Is determined. Then, the “notice” is executed at the execution timing set in the determined “notice” (for example, at the start of the change, during the change, after the reach, during the super reach, during the special reach, etc.). By executing the “notice”, the player can be expected to reach or win a game, so the execution of the “notice” improves the game interest. It is indispensable for making it happen.

  Hereinafter, “timer notice” which is one of a plurality of types of “notice” will be described. This `` timer notice '' is, for example, a notice of the number of seconds from the start of the change or during the change to the development timing to super reach, until the timing when the decorative pattern is temporarily displayed or confirmed, Or it is a notice of the number of seconds until the immediately preceding timing, and a predetermined number of seconds is displayed, and then the number of seconds is decremented from it, and when it becomes 0 seconds, or 0 seconds This is a notice that the above-described development to super reach, the winning decorative design, or the decorative design of losing is temporarily displayed or confirmed. In other words, the number of seconds is counted down until the occurrence of some change, such as the development of super reach, the decorative pattern of winning or the decorative pattern of losing is temporarily stopped or confirmed. It is a notice such as. In addition, the “timer notice” includes the display from the start of the display of seconds to the display of 0 seconds. After the display of 0 seconds, when the 7-segment indicator 28 is not displayed, the “timer notice” has ended. become. In addition, the “timer notice” is based on the fact that a variation pattern involving the execution of either “super reach”, “special reach” or both in FIG. Therefore, it is difficult to select the game when the lose is determined. Therefore, it is positioned as a notice that can give expectation to the winning game. In addition, the game can be executed in any of the “normal game state”, “time-short game state”, and “probability game state”, and the “time-short game state”, “probability game” rather than the execution in “normal game state”. The execution in the “state” is easier to select when the win is determined, and it is difficult to select when the loss is determined. Therefore, in the “short-time gaming state” and “probability gaming state” The game can be performed while expecting the “timer notice” to be performed. In “Time-short game state” and “Probability game state”, “Timer notice” can be executed only when winning is determined and “Timer notice” is executed. It may be determined that a game is given. The gaming state that can be executed is not limited to the above-described gaming state, and may be executed when a winning game is being performed. For example, the countdown display may be performed with the “timer notice” until the execution timing of the “promotion effect” in the hit game described above or until just before the execution timing. Also, if it is determined that 100 times of the general support status will be given after the winning game, it is easy to execute the “timer notice” and 30 times of the general support status may be granted. If it is determined, it may be difficult to execute the “timer notice” and expect the execution of the “timer notice”.

  FIG. 44, FIG. 45, and FIG. 54 are examples showing how the “timer notice” is being executed. 44, 45, and 54, the inner reel (left) 26a, the inner reel (middle) 26b, the inner reel (right) 26c, the outer reel (left) 26d, and the outer reel (middle) of the reel unit 26 are shown. 26e, the outer reel (right) 26f, the 7-segment display 28, and the speaker 10 are extracted and shown, and for convenience, only (a) in FIG.

  The timer notice outline explanatory diagram (part 1) in FIG. 44 shows an example in which the number of seconds until the “grand prix race reach effect” described in FIGS. 33 to 39 is started is displayed in a countdown manner. First, in (a), it is shown that the change of the symbol is started (the inner reel is changed), and the display of “60” is started on the 7-segment display 28 with the start of the change. Is shown. At this timing, a notification sound (sound “picone ♪”) is output via the speaker 10 to notify that the number of seconds is displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and the “timer notice” is started. To emphasize. Then, every time 1 second elapses, the 7-segment display 28 is decremented to perform update display, and (b) shows the remaining 20 seconds. At this timing, a state in which a so-called “double reach” is performed in the inner reel is shown. (C) shows the remaining 15 seconds of timing. At this timing, it is shown that the so-called “double reach” is temporarily lost in the inner reel. And (d) has shown the remaining 10 second timing, and has shown a mode that the "PUSH button symbol" stopped in the outer reel (medium) 26e at this timing. And (e) shows the timing of the remaining 5 seconds. At this timing, when the effect button 14 is operated by the player, the “special reach development suggestion symbol” is displayed on the inner reel (medium) 26b. It shows a state of temporary stop. In addition, a special sound (sound of “can”) is output from the speaker 10 through the speaker 10 from the remaining 5 seconds shown in (e), and although not shown, the remaining In 4 seconds, 3 seconds remaining, 2 seconds remaining, and 1 second remaining, a special sound is output through the speaker 10 in conjunction with the display update. In (a) to (d), a special sound is output. Therefore, the player can recognize that the remaining number of seconds is small.

  From the remaining 5 seconds, the color of the number of seconds displayed on the 7-segment display 28 is displayed differently from the color of the number of seconds displayed in (a) to (d). For example, in (a) to (d), the number of seconds is displayed in green, and from (5) remaining 5 seconds, remaining 4 seconds, remaining 3 seconds, remaining 2 seconds, remaining 1 second, and (f) Displays the seconds in red. As a result, like the special sound, the player can recognize that the remaining number of seconds is very small. In this way, by letting the player recognize that the remaining number of seconds is very small, it is possible to focus on what changes will occur when it becomes 0 seconds or after it becomes 0 seconds. It can be done. And (f) has shown the timing when the remaining number of seconds became 0 second, and has shown that "grand prix race reach production" was started in each reel at this timing. As described above, for example, by displaying the number of seconds until the timing of development to “special reach” in a countdown, it is possible to focus on what changes occur when the number of seconds becomes 0 seconds. . Further, for example, even if the reach is lost in (c), the remaining number of seconds is still displayed on the 7-segment display 28 (for example, 15 seconds are displayed). After this, it can be expected that the performance will be developed and the game will be expected. In FIG. 44, “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” was started at the timing when the remaining number of seconds became 0 seconds in (f) (although the production started when 0 seconds were reached), (e) The remaining number of seconds may be set to 0 seconds, and the 7-segment display 28 may not be displayed in (f) (the effect may be started at the timing after 0 seconds are reached).

  In this example, the number of seconds until the start of “Grand Prix Race Reach” is displayed as a countdown, but if any change occurs, the number of seconds up to that time is displayed as a countdown. May be. For example, the number of seconds until the “PUSH button symbol” is stopped (d) may be displayed in a countdown manner. In addition, when the number of seconds until the “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” is counted down, a signal sound indicating that the Grand Prix Race Reach Production starts as a special sound may be output. Good. In that case, the content of the effect performed after 0 seconds has been reached as well as allowing the player to recognize that the number of remaining seconds described above is very small (in this example, a model that imitates a car) Can also be related. Further, for example, in (c), the countdown display may be performed so as to be 0 second, and then 10 seconds may be added and displayed. In this way, unexpectedness can be imparted.

  Next, the timer notice outline explanatory diagram (No. 2) in FIG. 45 shows the number of seconds until the decorative pattern is confirmed and displayed through the “Grand Prix Race Reach Production” described in FIGS. An example of countdown display is shown. First, in (a), it is shown that “double reach” is once lost (the inner reel is temporarily stopped), and until this time, the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed. "Timer notice" is not executed. In (b), before the inner reel is confirmed and displayed, the display of “60” is started on the 7-segment display 28, and at the same time, the number of seconds is displayed on the 7-segment display 28 via the speaker 10. A state in which a notification sound for notifying that it is displayed is shown, and it is emphasized that the “timer notice” is started. As described above, the “timer notice” can be executed even in the middle of the variable display. (C) shows the timing when the remaining number of seconds is 59 seconds. At this timing, the “grand prix race reach effect” is started in each reel. (D) shows the timing when the remaining number of seconds is 15 seconds. At this timing, the “hero character car symbol” finishes ahead of the “enemy character C vehicle symbol” on the outer reel. It is possible to recognize that the determination result of the special symbol determination process is a hit (see FIG. 37). (E) shows the timing when the remaining number of seconds is 5 seconds. As in FIG. 44 described above, the speaker 10 outputs a special sound, the 7-segment display 28 changes the display color, and the remaining time. The player can recognize that the number of seconds is small. In addition, the outer reel (medium) 26e shows that the “V symbol” is stopped (see FIG. 38), so that it can be recognized that the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process is a hit. Yes. (F) shows the timing when the remaining number of seconds becomes 0 seconds. At this timing, the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is confirmed and displayed on the inner reel. This shows that a winning game is given from now on. As described above, for example, by displaying the number of seconds until the symbol (special symbol / decorative symbol) is fixedly displayed in a countdown, it is possible to recognize in advance when the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process is notified. It can be made easy, and an improvement of game entertainment can be achieved. In FIG. 45, the symbol combination of “7 symbols, 7 symbols, 7 symbols” is fixedly displayed at the timing when the remaining number of seconds becomes 0 seconds in (f). However, the remaining number of seconds may be set to 0 seconds in (e), and the 7-segment display 28 may be hidden in (f) (definite display may be performed at the timing after 0 seconds). Further, the execution start timing and end timing of “timer notice” can be arbitrarily changed without being limited to the examples of FIGS. 44 and 45. For example, the countdown display from the start of change to the final display may be displayed, or the countdown display that starts from the middle of the change and ends during the change may be performed.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the “timer notice” is executed using the 7-segment display 28. For example, in the case where a liquid crystal display device is provided on the board surface in FIG. In the display device, “timer notice” may be executed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 46, in the display area 602 in the liquid crystal display device 600, which is different from the display area in which the left decorative symbol image 601a, the middle decorative symbol image 601b, and the right decorative symbol image 601c are variably displayed. It is assumed that “timer notice” is executed. In addition, even when “timer notice” is executed using the liquid crystal display device 600, a notification sound for notifying that the number of seconds is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 600 is output via the speaker 10 as shown in the figure. However, it may be emphasized that the “timer notice” has started, or a special sound is output at the end of the game, and the display color of the number of seconds is changed to indicate that the remaining number of seconds is slight. May be made to recognize. In addition, the display area 602 may be moved within the display area as the reach contents change, or may be enlarged or reduced. Further, the number of liquid crystal display devices is not limited to one, and two or more liquid crystal display devices may be provided. When two or more are provided, the reach effect may be performed on one liquid crystal display device and the “timer notice” may be executed on the other liquid crystal display device.

  Next, FIGS. 47 to 50 are time charts 1 to 4 showing the relationship between the “timer notice” and other effect elements. Note that “BGM” indicates, for example, the background sound (effect sound) when the symbol variation is performed or not, and the “timer notice special sound” is the above-mentioned “special sound”. The “notice effect” refers to a notice other than the “timer notice” (for example, a notice button press notice for operating the effect button 14). The panel lighting device 29 in FIG. Although (a) shows the start time of “timer notice”, this may be at the start of change or during change. In FIGS. 47 and 49, (b) and FIGS. 48 and 50, (c) show a state where the “timer notice” is ended and the number of seconds is not displayed. This may be, for example, at the time of development to super reach or special reach, or may be at the time of display of a fixed symbol. Further, the panel lighting device 29 is an example, and the panel lighting device 29 may be replaced with the light emitting device 9, or the panel lighting device 29 and the light emitting device 9 may be used.

  First, at timing (a) in FIG. 47, “timer notice” is turned on, “timer notice” is started, and “BGM” that has been output until then is turned off. On the other hand, instead of “BGM”, “timer notice special sound” is turned ON, so that only the “timer notice special sound” can be heard by the player. Further, the notice other than the “timer notice” is not executed until the “notice effect” cannot be executed and the “timer notice” is turned off. Also, until the “panel lighting device” is turned off and the “timer notice” is turned off, the effect by light emission is not executed. At timing (b), “timer notice” and “timer notice special sound” are turned off, and “timer notice” ends (the number of seconds is not displayed), and has been turned off until then. “BGM” and “panel lighting device” are turned on, and “notice effect” can be executed, and both can be executed. As a result, during execution of “timer notice”, “timer notice special sound” is ON in all periods, and “BGM”, “notice effect”, and “panel lighting device” are OFF (cannot be executed). Therefore, the player's attention can be attracted only to the “timer notice”. In this description, “BGM” OFF indicates that the volume value is “0” (silence), but the volume value is not necessarily set to “0”. For example, the output may be made lower than the volume value currently set by the player. Specifically, when the volume can be adjusted in five stages, if the volume value “3” is currently set by the player, the volume value of “BGM” is set to “2” and “ “Timer notice” may be executed. Further, the “timer notice” may be executed by always setting the BGM volume value to “1” without depending on the volume value currently set by the player. Note that the same thing (lowering the amount of light) can be applied to the “panel lighting device”. Even in this case, the player's attention can be attracted only to the “timer notice”.

  Next, FIG. 48 shows another example of FIG. In other words, in FIG. 47, during execution of “timer notice”, “timer notice special sound” is ON during all periods, and “BGM”, “notice effect”, and “panel lighting device” are OFF ( In FIG. 48, “BGM”, “notice effect”, and “panel lighting device” may be turned off (unexecutable) in a part of the period when “timer notice” is being executed. It is shown that. First, at timing (a) in FIG. 48, “timer notice” is turned on and “timer notice” is started, but “BGM” that has been output until then remains ON, and “timer notice” The “special sound” remains OFF, the “notice effect” can be executed, and the “panel lighting device” remains ON. That is, even when the “timer notice” is being executed, the output of “BGM”, the execution of the “notice effect”, and the light emission of the “panel lighting device” are permitted. Then, at timing (b), which is the final stage of the “timer notice”, “BGM”, “notice effect”, and “panel lighting device” are turned off (unexecutable), and the “timer” that was off until then Turn on "Precautionary special sound". The period from timing (b) to timing (c) is configured in the same manner as the period from timing (a) to timing (b) in FIG. If configured in this way, it is possible to attract the player's attention to the “timer notice” immediately before the end of the “timer notice” and before any change occurs, but on the other hand until the time immediately before any change occurs. Can be noticed in other “notice effects”, etc., so it is sharp.

  FIGS. 49 and 50 are diagrams for explaining an example in which the example of FIGS. 47 and 48 described above is selectively used depending on the number of execution seconds of “timer notice”. That is, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 49, a “10-second timer” that displays a countdown before “10 seconds” and a countdown that is displayed before “60 seconds” as shown in FIG. 47 seconds ”, and depending on the number of execution seconds, whether the example of FIG. 47 is more effective or the example of FIG. 48 is more effective. Show. 49 (b) and 50 (c) show the timing when the 7-segment display 28 is not displayed, as in FIGS.

  First, as shown in FIG. 49, when it is determined that the “10-second timer” is to be executed, “BGM” is turned OFF in all periods using the example of FIG. It is better to turn on the “sound”, disable the “notice effect”, and turn off the “panel lighting device”. In other words, if the “10-second timer” is a relatively short number of seconds, “BGM” is OFF, “notice effect” cannot be executed, and “panel lighting device” is OFF for all periods. However, the player does not feel discomfort, but with the “60-second timer”, “BGM” is OFF, “notice effect” cannot be executed, and “panel lighting device” is OFF for all periods. Instead of feeling uncomfortable, the player may give a suspicion that some failure has occurred, or the “notice effect” may not be executed, and the player may feel bored. From such a viewpoint, it can be said that the example of FIG. 47 is effective when used when a relatively short number of seconds, for example, “10-second timer” is determined. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 50, when it is decided to execute the “60-second timer”, it starts from the timing (b) for 5 seconds until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds (5 seconds, (4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) and 0 second display time, “BGM” is OFF, “Notice effect” cannot be executed, “Board lighting device” is OFF, “Timer notice special” “Sound” is ON, “BGM” is ON for 55 seconds from timing (a) to timing (b), and after timing (c), “notice effect” can be executed, The “lighting device” is turned on, and the “timer notice special sound” is turned off. That is, if the “60-second timer” is a relatively long number of seconds, “BGM” is turned off, “notice effect” cannot be executed, and “panel lighting device” is turned off during a part of the period. In this way, it is possible to prevent the above-mentioned feeling of incongruity, suspicion, and boredom, and after the remaining number of seconds becomes small, the players are concentrated and the "timer notice" is given. It can be noticed. From such a viewpoint, it can be said that the example of FIG. 48 is effective when used when a relatively long number of seconds, for example, a “60-second timer” is determined. Note that in some cases, “BGM” is OFF, “notice effect” cannot be executed, and “panel lighting device” is OFF. In the example of FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the same may be performed within a few seconds from the timing (a). In this way, it can be emphasized that the “timer notice” has started. Also, a premium sound that is determined to be a hit with a predetermined probability when it is determined that a win game is awarded may be output as a “timer notice special sound”. In this way, there is a possibility that a premium sound will be output as a “timer notice special sound”, so after the remaining number of seconds becomes small, more players will be concentrated and attention will be paid to the “timer notice” be able to. In this embodiment, the “timer notice special sound” is not output at the time of 0 second display, but there is no problem even if it is output. Moreover, when outputting, the same sound as 5 seconds (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) may be output, and a different sound may be output.

  Next, a specific example using FIGS. 49 and 50 will be described. For example, in FIG. 49, the “notice effect” that cannot be executed between timing (a) and timing (b) and in FIG. 50 between timing (b) and timing (c) Such a notice may be used, but it is more effective if the notice using a device different from the device that is executing the “timer notice” is not executed. Specifically, in this embodiment, since the “timer notice” is executed on the 7-segment display 28, the effect button press-down notice for operating the effect button 14, which is a device different from the 7-segment display 28. If, for example, is not executed, the line of sight is moved from the 7-segment display 28, and the operation of the effect button 14 is distracted. During that time, the “timer notice” ends and some change occurs. It is possible to prevent things from being overlooked. Although not provided on the board surface of FIG. 2, for example, a movable body is provided above the reel unit 26, and a notice is given by the movable body (for example, a notice for operating the movable body, a color of the logo of the movable body). In the case of performing a notice of change), it may not be executed in the same manner as the notice of pressing the effect button. Even when the advance notice is made with the movable body as described above, the line of sight is moved from the 7-segment display 28, and the advance notice of the movable body is distracted. It is possible to prevent the occurrence of a change from being overlooked. Even when the “timer notice” is executed in the liquid crystal display device 600 of FIG. 46 described above, the same effect as described above can be obtained if the effect button press notice and the movable object notice are not executed. It is done.

  Next, FIG. 51 is a diagram showing a display period of each number of seconds on the 7-segment display 28 using the “10-second timer” as an example. That is, in the remaining 10 seconds, the number of seconds is displayed in the display period a (display frame number a), and thereafter, the remaining 9 seconds to the remaining 1 second, the same display period a (display frame number a) in seconds. Display a number. When the remaining time is 0 seconds, the number of seconds is displayed in the display period b (the number of display frames b) longer than the display period a (the number of display frames a) (the number of display frames is large). In this way, by making the display period (number of display frames) in the remaining 0 seconds longer than the number of seconds up to that point (increasing the number of display frames), for example, an effect before the start in the development effect for special reach, etc. Since it is also possible to execute, it is possible to clarify the change of production. Note that FIG. 51 is not limited to the “10-second timer”, but may be used for the “60-second timer”.

  Next, FIG. 52 is a time chart showing the relationship between the volume value of “BGM” and the volume value of “timer notice special sound” during execution of “timer notice”. As an example, “60-second timer” is shown. 4 shows the relationship between the volume value of “BGM” and the volume value of “timer notice special sound” when “is executed”. First, at timing (a), “timer notice” is turned on and “timer notice” is started. At this time, “BGM” remains ON, and the volume value of “BGM” The value is “3” (the volume value “3” is set by the player). In addition, the “timer notice special sound” remains OFF. Timing (b) indicates the start of 5 seconds (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds. From timing (b), This indicates that the “timer notice special sound” is being output with the “timer notice special sound” turned on at 5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second before. At this time, the volume value of the “timer notice special sound” is “4”, which is higher than the currently set volume value of “BGM” (volume value “3”). "Is output. Timing (c) indicates a state in which the display of the number of seconds is not displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and indicates that the output of the “timer notice special sound” is stopped. With this configuration, the “timer notice special sound” can be emphasized more than “BGM”, and the player can easily recognize that the remaining number of seconds is small. In addition, “BGM” does not need to be silenced or lower than the currently set volume value, and “BGM” can be continuously output at the currently set volume value. Can be prevented. When the volume value “5” which is the maximum volume value is set by the player as the volume value of “BGM”, the volume value of “timer notice special sound” may be output as “6”. Even if any of the volume values “1” to “5” is set as the volume value of “BGM” by the player, the volume value “6” is always used without depending on them. You may make it output with. Even with this configuration, the “timer notice special sound” can be emphasized more than “BGM”, and it can be made easier for the player to recognize that the remaining number of seconds is small. , “BGM” does not need to be silenced or lower than the currently set volume value, and “BGM” can be continuously output at the currently set volume value. Decrease can be prevented.

  Note that the following configuration may be made during execution of the “timer notice”. For example, during the execution of “timer notice”, the volume value may not be adjusted by operating the cross key button 16 in all periods (for example, periods (a) to (b) in FIG. 47). In some periods (for example, periods (b) to (c) in FIG. 48), the volume value may not be adjusted by operating the cross key button 16. By configuring in this way, it is possible to prevent the user from being distracted by the operation of the cross key button 16 and ending the “timer notice” during that time, so as to overlook that some change has occurred. . Similarly, for example, during execution of the “timer notice”, the light amount adjustment by operating the cross key button 16 may be disabled during all periods, or the light amount by operation of the cross key button 16 may be disabled during a part of the period. The adjustment may not be possible. By configuring in this way, it is possible to prevent the user from being distracted by the operation of the cross key button 16 and ending the “timer notice” during that time, so as to overlook that some change has occurred. .

  On the other hand, during the execution of the “timer notice” without providing the volume value and light quantity non-adjustable period as described above, the volume value adjustment by the operation of the cross key button 16 and the light quantity by the operation of the cross key button 16 are performed. It may be possible to make adjustments. However, in this case, it is desirable not to output the adjustment sound indicating the adjustment amount of the light amount and the volume described above. In particular, if the adjustment sound is output during the period when the “timer notice special sound” is output, it may be confused with which sound (special sound, adjustment sound), and the remaining seconds are auditory. There is a concern that it is not possible to clearly tell the player that the number is small. Therefore, especially during the period when the “timer notice special sound” is output, by not outputting the adjustment sound, the “timer notice special sound” can be clearly communicated to the player, and the remaining number of seconds becomes small. It can be made easier for the player to recognize that he / she is.

  Next, FIG. 53 is a time chart showing an output mode when a plurality of types of special sounds (timer notice special sounds) are provided for each stage. As an example, when a “60-second timer” is executed, The output mode is shown. Here, the “stage” is classified by “BGM” when the symbol change display or the symbol stop display is performed. For example, “BGM1” is output in “stage A”, “BGM2” is output in “stage B”, and “BGM3” is output in “stage C” (BGM differs depending on the stage). In addition, the “stage” in the liquid crystal display device 600 in FIG. 46 described above is classified by the background image displayed on the liquid crystal display device 600. For example, in “stage A”, “background image A (for example, morning “Background” ”is displayed,“ background image B (for example, daytime background) ”is displayed on“ stage B ”, and“ background image C (for example, night background) ”is displayed on“ stage C ”. (The background image differs depending on the stage.) In each of the above stages, stage changes may be made on condition that the number of symbol variations has reached a predetermined number of variations, or that a lose has been performed, A stage change may be made on condition that the effect button 14 is operated. Also, “Special Sound A” outputs a sound “Kan ♪”, “Special Sound B” outputs a sound “Pong ♪”, and “Special Sound C” sounds “Don ♪”. It is designed to be output (special sounds differ depending on the stage).

  First, timing (a) indicates that “stage A” is ON and the current stay stage is “stage A”. In addition, “timer notice” is turned ON, and “timer notice” is executed in “stage A”. Timing (b) indicates the start of 5 seconds (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds. From timing (b), 5 seconds ago, 4 seconds ago, 3 seconds ago, 2 seconds ago, 1 second ago, “Timer notice special sound” is turned on, and “Timer notice special sound” is being output. “Sound A” is turned on, and “special sound A” is output through the speaker 10 in conjunction with the update of the countdown display (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second). Timing (c) shows a state in which the seconds display is not displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and “timer notice” and “special sound A” are turned off, and “timer notice” is displayed. Indicates that it has finished. Then, at the timing (d), “Stage A” is turned OFF and “Stage B” is turned ON based on the establishment of the above-described conditions, so that the stage change from “Stage A” to “Stage B” is performed. Indicates that has been done.

  Next, timing (e) indicates that “timer notice” is turned on when “stage B” is ON, and “timer notice” is executed in “stage B”. The timing (f) indicates the start of 5 seconds (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds. From the timing (b), 5 seconds ago, 4 seconds ago, 3 seconds ago, 2 seconds ago, 1 second ago, “Timer notice special sound” is turned on, and “Timer notice special sound” is being output. “Sound B” is turned on, and “special sound B” is output through the speaker 10 in conjunction with the update of the countdown display (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second). Timing (g) shows a state in which the seconds display is not displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and “timer notice” and “special sound B” are turned off. Indicates that it has finished. Then, at the timing (h), “Stage B” is turned off and “Stage C” is turned on based on the establishment of the above-described conditions, so that “Stage B” is changed to “Stage C”. Indicates that has been done.

  Next, timing (i) indicates that “timer notice” is turned on when “stage C” is ON, and “timer notice” is executed in “stage C”. Timing (j) indicates the start of 5 seconds (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second) until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds. From timing (b), 5 seconds ago, 4 seconds ago, 3 seconds ago, 2 seconds ago, 1 second ago, “Timer notice special sound” is turned on, and “Timer notice special sound” is being output. “Sound C” is turned ON, and “Special Sound C” is output through the speaker 10 in conjunction with the update of the countdown display (5 seconds, 4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second). Timing (k) indicates a state in which the seconds display is not displayed on the 7-segment display 28, and “timer notice” and “special sound C” are turned off, and “timer notice” is displayed. Indicates that it has finished.

  Thus, the “timer notice” to be executed is a special “timer notice” (for example, a 60-second timer) that is output at the end of the “timer notice” (5 seconds) even if the stage is different. By making the sound different depending on the stage where the “timer notice” is being executed, the special sound becomes rich in variations, and the player can be prevented from getting bored. In addition to the “stage” as described above, for example, when a player can select any one of a plurality of types of characters and a specification is provided so that an effect according to the selected character is performed. Can also output a special sound corresponding to the selected character. Even if comprised in this way, a special sound becomes rich in a variation, and it can prevent a player from getting bored. Note that “special sound A” to “special sound C” may be different from each other, and any of them may be “silence”. Also, a premium sound that is determined to be a hit regardless of the stage may be output as a special sound with a predetermined probability when it is determined that a win game is awarded.

  Next, FIG. 54 is an animation showing the relationship between the special sound related to “timer notice” and the countdown display. For example, in (a), 5 seconds ago is shown, a special sound is output, and the number of seconds is displayed in red. Similarly, special sounds are output from (b) to (e), and the seconds are displayed in red. In (f), when 0 seconds are reached, red is displayed. 0 second display is performed and no special sound is output (may be output as described above). Thus, although the display on the 7-segment display 28 is updated, such as 5 seconds ago, 4 seconds ago, 3 seconds ago, 2 seconds ago, 1 second ago, the special sound to be output is a single sound (canned ♪) is output (the display varies with the number of seconds, but the special sound is unchanged), so there is no need to store the special sound every second in the sub ROM 202. It is not necessary to memorize special sound data. Further, such a configuration for outputting a single special sound is particularly effective in the above-described specification of FIG. Specifically, in FIG. 53, “special sound A” to “special sound C” are provided for each stage. Therefore, in the case of outputting different special sounds for each number of seconds, 5 seconds × 3 stages In minutes, you must have 15 special sound data. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 54, if a single special sound is output regardless of the number of seconds, three special sound data can be possessed by “special sound A” to “special sound C”. Since it is good, a significant reduction in the special sound data stored in the sub ROM 202 can be expected.

  Next, FIG. 55 shows a specific example when the “timer notice” is executed by the liquid crystal display device 600. In the specific example using the example of FIG. 49 and FIG. 50 described above, for example, in the case of FIG. 49, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), in FIG. 50, from the timing (b) to the timing ( During c), it was mentioned that the notice using a device different from the device that is executing the “timer notice” is not executed (particularly, the notice button pressing notice is not executed). The countdown is performed by the “timer notice” until just before the effect button press notification is executed. For example, the effect button press notification is not executed between timing (b) and timing (c) in FIG. In the following, description will be made based on an example in which a presentation button press notification is executed.

  That is, as shown in FIG. 55A, in the liquid crystal display device 600, each decorative symbol image is displayed in a variable manner, and the “timer notice” displayed in the display area 602 is 1 second remaining. Is shown. At this time, the effect button pressing advance notice is not executed, and the effect button 14 does not light the lamp indicating that the operation is valid. Then, as shown in FIG. 55 (b), in the liquid crystal display device 600, each decorative symbol image is displayed in a variable manner, and the “timer notice” displayed in the display area 602 is 0 second. Show. At this time, the effect button pressing advance notice is not executed, and the effect button 14 does not light the lamp indicating that the operation is valid. However, in the center of the display area of the liquid crystal display device 600, the fade-in image 603 of the effect button image 604 in the effect button press notification that is performed after the “timer notification” reaches 0 seconds is displayed, and the effect button image is gradually displayed. 604 shows that it is being completed. That is, in FIG. 55 (a) and FIG. 55 (b), the effect button press notification is not executed (the operation is not enabled), but the image used for the effect button press notification (effect button image 604) is a prepared image. The display of (fade-in image 603) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 55C, the “timer notice” displayed in the display area 602 is deleted and the process ends, and an effect button image 604 is displayed in the center of the display area of the liquid crystal display device 600, and “ "Press!" Is displayed. At this time, the effect button 14 is also lit to indicate that the operation is valid, indicating that the effect button pressing advance notice has been executed (the operation is valid). Note that switching from FIG. 55 (b) to FIG. 55 (c) is also about 1 second. With this configuration, the effect button 14 is not activated until the “timer notice” reaches 0 seconds, so that the “timer notice” can be concentrated. In addition, since the execution start of the effect button press notification can be connected without hesitation from the end of the “timer notification”, smooth effect switching can be executed. When the preparation image display is executed as shown in FIG. 55 (c), the period from the end of the "timer notice" to the start of execution of the effect button press notice is delayed, resulting in an effect switching that cannot be said to be smooth at all. However, by starting the display of the preparation image from FIG. 55B, such a problem can be solved and the above-described effects can be obtained. Also, by displaying a preparatory image in the effect button press notification that is performed after the “timer notification” is 0 seconds from the execution of the “timer notification”, what effects can be achieved after the “timer notification” ends. Since it can be grasped beforehand whether it is unfolded, it is possible to reliably operate the effect button 14 at the time of executing the effect button press notification. The display of the preparation image may be started from FIG. 55A or may be started before that. Also, in FIG. 55, description has been made taking the effect button press notification as an example, but it may be applied to other notifications. For example, the same thing may be performed at the time of a notice to operate the effect lever 15.

  The above-mentioned “timer notice” is configured to be displayed by counting down, but it may be displayed by counting up to the number of seconds reached after displaying the number of seconds to reach in advance. In addition, the object to be updated and displayed in the “timer notice” is not limited to the number of seconds. For example, in the liquid crystal display device 600, by displaying a meter image and showing a state in which the meter image is updated, it is suggested that the development to super reach or the fixed display of symbols has arrived. It is also possible to display an image that simulates an hourglass and show that the image that simulates the hourglass is updated, suggesting that the development of super reach and the final display of symbols have arrived. Alternatively, the movable body may be moved so as to indicate that the movement to the super reach or the fixed display of the symbol has arrived depending on the moving position. In addition, the update of the number of seconds may be updated as the actual number of seconds, for example, 1 second elapses, may be updated earlier than the actual number of seconds, or may be updated later. .

  In addition, when the power supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the execution of the above-mentioned “timer notice” (when power is cut off), the following is assumed. For example, when the power supply is resumed and the 7-segment display 28 or the liquid crystal display device 600 is in a displayable state, if the number of seconds of the “timer notice” has not yet reached 0 seconds, as a specific example, If the power is cut off in the remaining 50 seconds while the “60-second timer” is being executed and the display becomes possible in the remaining 20 seconds, the “timer notice” is not resumed from the remaining 20 seconds. That is, once the “timer notice” is interrupted, it is configured not to resume even if the display becomes possible again. In this way, it is possible to prevent a sense of incongruity caused by a sudden re-display of the number of seconds in the “timer notice” with the number of seconds skipped.

  As described above, according to the “timer notice” in the present embodiment, in response to the updated period display becoming a specific display (for example, 0 seconds) (when 0 seconds have elapsed or after 0 seconds have elapsed). ), A predetermined effect (for example, a grand prix reach effect or a derivation effect of a winning decorative symbol) can be executed. In addition, when the “timer notice” is executed, a production sound (BGM) is output at a predetermined volume value (for example, silence, a lower sound than the current set volume value, or the current set volume value). In the specific period display until the specific display (all periods during which the timer notice is executed or a part of the period), it is a sound different from the production sound and a special sound (timer) (Special notice sound) is output. As a result, it is possible to prevent the period display from being overlooked as a specific display (for example, 0 seconds) due to the output of the special sound, thereby improving the game entertainment.

(Example of change)
In the above embodiment, the “timer notice special sound” has been described as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to the sound, and may be other effect elements. For example, light emission using the light emitting device 9 or the panel lighting device 29 (either one or both) may be used. Specifically, when “timer advance notice” is executed, effect light emission with a predetermined light amount value (for example, no light emission, light emission lower than the current set light amount value, or current set light amount value) ( For example, in a specific period display (all periods during which the timer notice is executed or a part of a period) until the specific display is output, Is a different light emission and a special light emission accompanying the update of the period display (for example, a light emission different from the light emission when the above variation effect is performed, and the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 emit red light) The light emission mode to be emitted and the light emission mode to increase the light amount) may be output. Even if comprised in this way, the effect similar to the case where the said timer warning special sound is output is acquired.

  Moreover, the combination of a sound and light may be sufficient. Specifically, when the “timer notice” is executed, a production sound (BGM) with a predetermined volume value (for example, silence, or a sound lower than the current set volume value, or the current set volume value) In the specific period display (all periods during which the timer notice is being executed or a part of the period) until the specific display. The same effect can be obtained by outputting a sound (timer notice special sound) and special light emission accompanying the update of the period display.

  In addition, when the “timer notice” is executed, a production sound (BGM) is output at a predetermined volume value (for example, silence, a lower sound than the current set volume value, or the current set volume value). The same effect can be obtained even if special light emission is output when the period display is updated in a specific period display (all periods during which the timer notice is executed or a part of the period) until the specific display is reached. Is obtained.

  In addition, when the above-described movable body is provided, special movement (for example, swinging) associated with the update of the period display may be performed. Even if comprised in this way, the effect similar to the case where the said timer warning special sound is output is acquired.

Details of the means described in the gaming machine (1) will be described.
In a gaming machine capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player (for example, a winning game), a period display effect (for example, decrementing the number of seconds in the timer notice) is displayed for a period display effect ( A period display effect executing means (for example, 7-segment display 28, liquid crystal display device 600) capable of executing a timer notice, and in response to the updated period display being a specific display (for example, 0 seconds). (When it becomes 0 seconds or after it becomes 0 seconds), an effect execution means (sub CPU 201) capable of executing a predetermined effect (for example, a grand prix reach effect or a winning decoration derivation effect), and an effect (For example, an effect output means for outputting an effect by BGM, for example, an effect by light emission) (for example, speaker 10, for example, panel lighting device 29), and the effect Output control means (sub CPU 201) for executing control to output the effect via force means, and the output control means is configured to output a predetermined output amount (for example, when the period display effect is being performed) , Silence, or lower than the current set volume value, or the same set volume value and light intensity), and the effect is output, and a specific period display (timer notice is executed) until the specific display is reached. A special effect (for example, a timer notice special sound, for example, special light emission) accompanying the update of the period display is output during all the period or a part of the period.

  In this embodiment, a pachinko gaming machine has been described as an example. However, the contents described in this embodiment can be applied to a revolving game machine (slot machine), and a ball ball gaming machine. The present invention can be applied to an arrangement ball game machine.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 2 Outer frame 3 Middle frame 6 Game board 7 Game area 9 Light-emitting device 14 Effect button 15 Effect lever 20 Gate member 21 1st starting port 22 2nd starting port 23 Normal winning port 24 Large winning port 26 Reel unit 26a Inner reel (left)
26b Inside reel (middle)
26c Reel (right)
26d Outer reel (left)
26e Outer reel (medium)
26f Outside reel (right)
26g solenoid (left)
26h Solenoid (medium)
26i solenoid (right)
26j Solenoid (left)
26k Solenoid (Medium)
26l solenoid (right)
27 Symbol display device 27a First special symbol indicator 27b Second special symbol indicator 28 7-segment indicator 29 Panel lighting device 31 First special symbol hold display lamp 32 Second special symbol hold display lamp 100 Main control board 101 Main CPU
102 Main ROM
103 Main RAM
200 Production control board 201 Sub CPU
202 Sub ROM
203 Sub RAM
300 payout control board 301 payout CPU
302 Dispensing ROM
303 payout RAM
304 Dispensing device 305 Launching device 400 Power supply board 500 Slot machine 501 Sub reel 502 Main reel 503 Stop button 504 Start lever 505 Medal slot 600 Liquid crystal display device

(1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of executing a special game advantageous to a player, and includes an effect control means for controlling an effect, wherein the effect control means updates the period display to update the period be capable of executing a time display effect indicating the course of the updated the period display is capable of executing a constant effect Tokoro in response to a specific display, a predetermined after starting the period display effect From the display to the specific display, a special effect accompanying the update of the period display is executed . Thus, until reaching the specific display, since so that the special effect caused by the time display update is performed, the execution of the special effect, duration display specific display (e.g., 0 sec) miss to be a This leads to prevention of the game, and can improve the game entertainment.

Claims (1)

In a gaming machine capable of executing a special game advantageous to a player,
A period display effect execution means capable of executing a period display effect indicating the passage of the period by updating the period display;
An effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined effect in response to the updated period display becoming a specific display;
Production output means for outputting the production;
Output control means for executing control to output the effect via the effect output means;
With
The output control means, when the period display effect is being performed, outputs the effect with a predetermined output amount,
In a specific period display until the specific display, a special effect accompanying the update of the period display is output,
A gaming machine characterized by that.