JP2020032057A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To make it possible to dramatize amusement which is obtained by giving expectation on a result in a game machine.SOLUTION: During a variable display period of t0 to t4 in a variable display game, a game machine sets a small symbol group variation speed at a variation speed v0 and variably displays a small symbol group at a constant speed. On the other hand, when there is a roulette dramatization period from t1 to t3 during a variable display period of t0 to t4 in the variable display game, the game machine sets a roulette variation speed at a variation speed v1 during the period of t1 to t2 and rotatably displays a pointer at a constant speed and sets the roulette variation speed at a variation speed v2 during the period of t2 to t3 and rotatably displays the pointer at the constant speed. Both of the variation speeds v1 and v2 are speeds faster than the variation speed v0.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 53

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  There is a gaming machine that executes a roulette effect during the execution of a variable display effect.

JP 2018-42883 A

However, there was a side in which the interest obtained by making a prediction on the result due to too much bias toward the surprising effect was greatly reduced.
In one aspect, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of producing an interest obtained by performing prediction on a result.

  In order to achieve the above object, the following gaming machines are provided. The gaming machine includes first change display means, second change display means, and control means. The first variation display means displays a game result by a variation display of the first symbol row. The second change display means displays a game result by a change display of a second symbol row different from the first symbol row. The control means determines, in the first variation display means, an option that includes one symbol from among the symbols corresponding to the symbols included in the first symbol row and the symbols included in the second symbol row. When performing the variable display in the first cycle, the second variable display means causes all the symbols included in the second symbol row to be variably displayed in the second cycle shorter than the first cycle.

  According to one aspect, it is possible to produce an entertaining effect obtained by performing prediction on the result.

It is a perspective view showing an example of a game machine of a 1st embodiment. It is a front view showing an example of a game board of a 1st embodiment. It is a block diagram showing an example of a control system of a game machine of a first embodiment. It is a block diagram showing an example of the composition of the production control device of a 1st embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a collective display of a 1st embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 2) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 3) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 11 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 11 is a diagram (part 5) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a flowchart of a timer interrupt process according to the first embodiment. It is a figure showing the flow chart of the main processing in the production control device of a 1st embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a performance display device as a base display unit and a storage area for the base according to the first embodiment. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating a display example by the performance display device of the first embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of a RAM initialization command and a power failure restoration command according to the first embodiment. It is a game board front view which shows arrangement | positioning of each display device of 1st Embodiment. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an LED display device (second display unit) according to the first embodiment. It is a figure which shows the operation | movement mode of the special figure 1 fluctuation | variation display part of 1st Embodiment, and the special figure 2 fluctuation | variation display part (2nd fluctuation | variation display part), and an example of alert information. It is a figure which shows the operation | movement aspect of the special figure 1 hold | maintenance display part of 1st Embodiment, and the special figure 2 hold | maintenance display part (2nd start storage display part), and an example of alert information. It is a figure showing the example of the display screen during a game in the 1st display means of a 1st embodiment. It is a figure showing the example of a display during a game in the 2nd display means of a 1st embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the display which the effect control device of 1st Embodiment performs at the time of a power failure recovery. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a display layer in a first display unit according to the first embodiment. 5 is a timing chart illustrating an example of an activation order of each device when power is turned on in the first embodiment. It is a figure showing other examples of a display screen at the time of restoration from a power failure in the first embodiment. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an example of a RAM initialization command and a power outage recovery command in a first modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display screen at the time of restoration from a power failure in a first modification of the first embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a command at the time of restoration from a power failure in Modification 2 of the first embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a display screen at the time of restoration from a power failure in Modification 2 of the first embodiment. FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating a flowchart of a power outage restoration setting process in Modification 3 of the first embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating a display example of a second display unit in a fourth modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating an example of an operation mode and notification information of an LED display device (second display unit) and a hitting display unit of the LED display device according to Modification Example 5 of the first embodiment. It is a figure (the 1) showing an example of the display screen of the display of a 2nd embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the symbol arrangement | sequence of the large symbol group of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of the display mode of the large design of a 2nd embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 2) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device according to the second embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 3) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram (part 5) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 15 is a view (part 6) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. It is a figure showing the example of the display screen of the display of a 2nd embodiment (the 7). It is a figure showing the example of the display screen of the display of a 2nd embodiment (the 8). It is a figure (the 9) showing an example of the display screen of the display of a 2nd embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of the display mode of the large design of modification 1 of a 2nd embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device according to the third embodiment. It is a figure (the 2) showing an example of the display screen in the display of a 3rd embodiment. It is a figure showing the example of the display screen in the display of a 3rd embodiment (the 3). FIG. 14 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device of the third embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a large design group and a small design group of a 3rd embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a large pattern group and a small pattern group of a modification of a 3rd embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a display screen in a display of a modification of a 3rd embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a small design group change cycle and a roulette change cycle of a modification of a 3rd embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the small symbol group fluctuation speed and the roulette fluctuation speed of the modification of 3rd Embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a roulette effect screen of a modification of a 3rd embodiment. It is a front view showing an example of a game machine of a fourth embodiment. It is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment. It is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the front frame of a 4th embodiment. It is a top view showing an example of the upper plate unit of a 4th embodiment. It is a perspective view showing the example of attachment of the production button of a 4th embodiment. It is an exploded perspective view showing an example of an upper plate base unit of a 4th embodiment. It is a perspective view showing an example of a production button unit of a 4th embodiment. It is an exploded perspective view showing an example of a production button unit of a fourth embodiment. It is a top view showing an example of a production button unit of a 4th embodiment. It is a perspective view showing an example of the operation panel base of a 4th embodiment. It is (1) front view, (2) AA sectional drawing, and (3) principal part sectional drawing which shows an example of the upper plate unit of 4th Embodiment. It is (1) top view, (2) BB sectional drawing, and (3) water storage image figure which show an example of the upper plate unit of 4th Embodiment. It is (1) top view, (2) CC sectional drawing, and (3) principal part sectional drawing which shows an example of the upper plate unit of 4th Embodiment. It is a figure showing an example of a water storage image of an upper plate unit of a 4th embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
[First Embodiment]
First, a first embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating an example of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment.

  The gaming machine 10 according to the first embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to an outer frame (support frame) 11 so as to be openable and closable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage section (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame (transparent member holding frame) 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 that covers the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (main body frame) 12.

  On the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, lamps and LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are incorporated to decorate and produce effects, and to notify when an abnormality occurs (for example, when a dispensing abnormality occurs, the lamps and LEDs are abnormally activated). A frame decoration device 18 that emits light for lighting (flashing) in a notification color (for example, red) and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a that emits sound (for example, sound effect) are provided. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19b is provided below the front frame 12. When an abnormality occurs, the details of the abnormality are notified by voice from the speakers 19a and 19b. In addition, you may make it provide the lamp for payment abnormality notification in the predetermined part of the glass frame 15. FIG.

  An upper plate (reserving plate) 21 for supplying game balls to a hit ball launching device (not shown) and a game ball paid out from a payout unit provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 are provided below the front frame 12. An outlet 22 for the upper plate ball flowing out, a lower plate (receiving tray) 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state where the upper plate 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of the hitting ball firing device, and the like are provided.

  Further, on the upper edge of the upper plate 21, an effect button 25 used for an intervention operation or the like to a game effect is provided. The effect button 25 functions as an effect operation accepting unit that accepts an intervention operation to a game effect, and also as an effect unit that can effect in a required mode (for example, a light emitting mode, an operation mode such as vibration or protrusion, etc.). Function. An option setting section 29 is provided on the left edge of the upper plate 21 for the player to set various options. The option setting unit 29 includes a cross cursor switch capable of receiving input operations in four directions, a center switch capable of receiving a determination operation or the like at the center of the cross cursor switch, and a volume control or the like at the periphery of the cross cursor switch. And two accessory switches used for the following. Further, a keyhole 26 for inserting a key for opening and locking the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.

  The gaming machine 10 intervenes the operation of the player based on the operation of the player received from the effect button switch 25a (see FIG. 4) for detecting the operation (for example, pressing operation) of the effect button 25 (push button). You can perform the directed production. For example, an effect in which a player's operation is intervened includes an effect in a fluctuating display game (decorative special figure fluctuating display game) on the display device (variable display device) 41 (see FIG. 2). The character displayed on the display 41 can be operated, or the identification information in the decorative special figure variable display game displayed on the display device 41 can be stopped. It should be noted that a configuration in which any one or more of the switches (cross cursor switch, center switch, attached switch) of the option setting unit 29 as well as the effect button 25 are used for such player's operation intervention. May be. In FIG. 4 described later, the switches of the option setting unit 29 are collectively represented as a setting switch 29a.

  To the right of the effect button 25, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when the player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a discharge operation that is performed to discharge a prepaid card from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A button 28, a balance display unit (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided. In the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device causes the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 to play a game ball 32 on the front of the game board 30. (See FIG. 2). When the player operates one or more of the above-described setting switches 29a (cross cursor switch, center switch, attached switch) of the option setting unit 29, for example, radiation is emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b. It is possible to set the volume of the game and the brightness of the game board 30.

Next, the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view showing an example of the game board of the first embodiment.
A substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by a guide rail 31 is formed on the surface of the game board 30. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at four corners of the game board 30 respectively. In the game area 32, a center case (game effect component) 40 having a display device (variable display device) 41 substantially at the center is arranged. The display device 41 is attached to a recess provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. In other words, the center case 40 is formed so as to surround the periphery of the display area of the display device 41, protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41, and prevent game balls from jumping from the surrounding game area 32.

  The display device 41 is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube). In a region (display region) where an image on the display screen can be displayed, a plurality of pieces of identification information (special symbols), information relating to a game such as a character that produces a special figure variable display game and a background image that enhances the rendering effect are displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are displayed in a variable manner (variable display), and a decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game is performed. In addition, an image (for example, a big hit display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) for an effect based on the progress of the game is displayed on the display screen.

  In addition, a board effect device 44 that performs a game effect by operating is provided on an upper portion of the center case 40. The board presentation device 44 is operable from the state shown in FIG. 2 toward the center of the display device 41.

  On the right side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is provided a normal symbol start gate (general symbol start gate) 34 for giving a start condition of the general symbol change display game. A game ball that has won the general-purpose starting gate 34 (a game ball passing through the general-purpose starting gate 34) is detected by the gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3).

  Two general winning openings 35 are disposed on the lower left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, and one general winning opening 35 is provided on the lower right side of the center case 40 and on the right side of a special variable winning device 38 described later. The winning opening 35 is arranged. The game balls that have won the general winning opening 35 are detected by a winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 3).

  Further, below the center case 40 in the game area 32, a start winning prize port 36 forming a first start prize port (start prize area) for giving a start condition of the first special figure variable display game (special figure 1 variable display game). (Starting port 1) is provided. The game ball that has won the start winning opening 36 is detected by the starting opening 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 3).

Further, below the start winning opening 36, an out opening 30a for collecting game balls that have not won a winning opening or the like is provided.
In addition, the normal variation winning device 37 (which provides a start condition for the second special figure variation display game (the special figure 2 variation display game), which is located below the normal figure start gate 34 and on the right portion of the center case 40, A second start winning port and a start winning area) are provided. The normal fluctuation winning device 37 (starting port 2) includes a movable member 37b which can be opened by turning the upper end side in a direction of falling to the right and converted into a state in which a game ball can easily flow in. Reference numeral 37b denotes a closed state (a state disadvantageous to the player) in which the game ball is almost vertical at all times and a game ball cannot flow into the closed state. When the result of the normal-floating display game is a predetermined stop display mode, the general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) serving as a driving device rotates so that the upper end side is tilted rightward, and the normal fluctuation display game is performed. The state can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous for a player) in which a game ball easily flows into the winning device 37. The game ball that has won the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is detected by the starting port 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 3). It should be noted that a prize may be made even when the ordinary variable prize device 37 is in the closed state, and it may be more difficult to win in the closed state than in the open state. The normal fluctuation winning device 37 corresponds to a normal electric accessory (a normal electric).

  On the right side of the normal fluctuation prize device 37, a down flow path 91 through which game balls can flow is formed, and game balls that have not won the normal fluctuation prize device 37 flow down through the flow path 91. A guide 93 is provided below the downflow path 91. The guide portion 93 has an upper surface 94 formed as an inclined surface that is lowered to the left. The guide ball 93 receives a game ball flowing downward by the upper surface 94 and guides the game ball to the left where the special fluctuation winning device 38 described later exists. .

  Further, a special variable prize winning device (large winning prize port) 38 that can be converted into a state in which game balls are not accepted and a state in which game balls are easily accepted depending on the result of the special figure variable display game is provided at the lower right of the center case 40 in the game area 32. Has been established. The special fluctuation winning device 38 has an opening / closing member (opening / closing door) 38c, and depending on the result of the special figure fluctuation display game as an auxiliary game, the opening / closing member 38c closes the big winning opening (unfavorable for the player). The open / close member 38c retreats from the (closed state) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which the game ball flowing down the game area 32 is receivable. That is, the special fluctuation winning device 38 includes a special winning opening (large winning opening) that is opened and closed by an opening and closing member 38c driven by a special winning opening solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device. During the big hit game state (first special game state) based on the result of the special figure 2 variable display game and the small hit game state (second special game state) based on the result of the special figure 2 variable display game, the big winning opening is set. By converting the state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of the game ball into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. In addition, inside the special winning opening (winning area), a special winning opening switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 3) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the special winning opening is provided. .

  In addition, the special fluctuation winning device 38 includes a guiding flow path for guiding a winning game ball in the winning opening, and a V flow path branched from the guiding flow path. The special fluctuation winning device 38 is provided with a V-door at a position to be an inflow portion of the V-flow path. The V-door is slid in the front-rear direction by the specific area solenoid 38d (see FIG. 3) to prevent the game balls from flowing into the V-flow path, The state can be changed to an allowable state that allows the inflow. Further, the special fluctuation winning device 38 is provided with a specific area switch 38e (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball flowing into the V flow path.

  In the gaming machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the probability state after the end of the special game state is not determined by the big hit symbol. The state is set to a high probability state based on detection at 38e.

  Further, the special variable winning device 38 may be provided with a plurality of (for example, two) large winning opening switches 38a. The number of the special variable winning devices 38 is not limited to one, but may be two. The special winning opening switch 38a may have one or two special winning openings when there are a plurality of large winning openings. , X (see FIG. 3) may be provided as a whole.

  A warp port (warp inlet) 39a is provided on the left side of the center case 40. The game ball that has flowed into the warp channel from the warp port 39a rolls on the stage in the center case 40, and a part of the ball is guided to the warp exit 39b. The warp exit 39b is located immediately above the starting winning opening 36, and the game ball guided to the warping exit 39b can easily win the starting winning opening 36.

  In the gaming machine 10 according to the first embodiment, of the gaming area 32 in which the game balls flow, the left area of the center case 40 is defined as a left gaming area, and the right area of the center case 40 is defined as a right gaming area. It has been. Then, the player adjusts the firing force and shoots a game ball to the left game area (so-called left-handed), so that the starting winning opening 36 or the general winning opening 35 (the general winning opening on the right side of the special variable winning device 38). 35 (except 35), and a game ball is fired into the right game area (so-called right-handed) to win the general-purpose starting gate 34, the normal variable winning device 37, the special variable winning device 38, and the like. You can aim at.

  Further, outside the game area 32 (here, the lower right of the game board 30), the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game, which are the special figure change display game, and the general figure start gate 34 are provided. A collective display device 50 is provided for displaying a game-changing display game triggered by winning, and displaying various information.

  The collective display device 50 includes a round display unit 51 composed of an LED or the like, a special figure 1 hold display unit 52, a special figure 1 symbol display unit 53, a special figure 2 symbol display unit 54, and a general symbol display unit. 55, a general-purpose hold display section 56, and a state display section 57 (see FIG. 5). Details of the batch display device 50 will be described later.

Next, a control system of the gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating an example of the control system of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that controls the game in a comprehensive manner, and includes a game microcomputer (hereinafter, referred to as a game microcomputer) 111. (Central Processing Unit) unit 110 having an input port, an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, and the like, and connecting between the CPU unit 110, the input unit 120, and the output unit 130. It comprises a data bus 140 and the like.

  The CPU unit 110 includes a game microcomputer 111 called an amusement chip (IC (Integrated Circuit)) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator. The operation clock and timer interrupt of the game microcomputer 111 and a reference of a random number generation circuit are provided. An oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 for generating a clock signal is provided. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as solenoids and motors driven by the game control device 100 are supplied with a DC voltage of a predetermined level such as DC (Direct Current) 32 V, DC 12 V, and DC 5 V generated by the power supply device 400. Enabled.

  The power supply device 400 includes an AC (Alternating Current) -DC converter that generates the DC voltage of 32 V DC from a 24 V AC power supply, and a DC-DC converter that generates a lower-level DC voltage such as 12 V DC or 5 V DC from the 32 V DC voltage. A power supply unit 420 that supplies a power supply voltage to a RAM (Random Access Memory) inside the game microcomputer 111 when a power failure occurs, and a power failure monitoring circuit. And a control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs a control signal such as a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal for notifying the occurrence or recovery of the power failure.

  In the first embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or with the game control device 100, that is, May be provided on the main substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, as in the first embodiment, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal By providing the generation unit 430, the cost can be reduced by excluding it from the exchange target.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be constituted by one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power supply is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, a built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, so that the data stored in the RAM is retained even during a power failure or after the power is cut off. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors, for example, the 32 V voltage generated by the normal power supply unit 410 and detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops to, for example, 17 V or less, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the reset signal after a predetermined time. Is output. Also, at the time of turning on the power or recovering from the power failure, the reset signal is output after a lapse of a predetermined time from that point.

  Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a RAM initialization switch 112. When the RAM initialization switch 112 is operated, an initialization switch signal is generated. Based on the signal, the information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200 are forcibly initialized. Processing is performed. Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of a forced interrupt signal, and resets the entire control system.

  Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a set value change switch 126 and a set key switch 127. The setting value change switch 126 is, for example, a push switch, and detects a pressing operation. The setting key switch 127 inserts a setting key to enable switching between an ON state and an OFF state. The game control device 100 is capable of changing settings related to the game performance, and retains the settings stored in the RAM even during a power failure or after power-off. For example, the game control device 100 can change the hit probabilities of the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game according to six-stage settings.

  The game control device 100 transitions the control state to a setting change mode in which the setting of the gaming machine 10 can be changed by turning on the power while the setting key switch 127 is ON and the RAM initialization switch 112 is ON. For example, in the setting change mode, the game control device 100 enables the setting 1 to the setting 6 to be changed cyclically by detecting the pressing operation of the setting value change switch 126 while displaying the setting contents on the probability setting value display device 136. The probability set value display device 136 is a display device capable of displaying a set value, and is, for example, a one-digit 7-segment LED and is mounted on a substrate.

  In addition, the game control device 100 shifts the control state to a setting confirmation mode in which the setting of the gaming machine 10 can be confirmed by turning on the power while the setting key switch 127 is ON and the RAM initialization switch 112 is OFF. . For example, the game control device 100 displays the setting contents on the probability set value display device 136 in the setting confirmation mode.

  The game microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (Read Only Memory) 111B, and a RAM 111C that can be read and written at any time.

  The ROM 111B stores invariable information (programs, fixed data, various random number determination values, and the like) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area of the CPU 111A or a storage area for various signals and random numbers during game control. Used as An electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM) may be used as the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C.

  Further, the ROM 111B stores, for example, a fluctuation pattern table for determining a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation mode) that defines the execution time of the special figure fluctuation display game, the effect contents, the presence / absence of the reach state, and the like. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the variation pattern by referring to the variation pattern random number 1, the variation pattern random number 2, and the variation pattern random number 3 stored as the starting memory. In addition, the variation pattern table includes a variation variation pattern table selected when the result is incorrect, a large variation pattern table selected when the result is a large hit, and the like. Further, these pattern tables include tables for determining the latter half variation pattern which is the variation pattern after the reach state (the latter half variation group table, the latter half variation pattern selection table, etc.), and the variation before the reach state. A table for determining a first-half variation pattern that is a pattern (a first-half variation group table, a first-half variation pattern selection table, and the like) is included.

  Here, the reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can be changed, the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state (special gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when the special result mode is reached, when a part of the plurality of display results has not yet been derived and displayed, This refers to a display state in which the derived display result satisfies the condition for the special result mode. In other words, the reach state deviates from the display condition of the special result mode even when the variable display control of the display device progresses to a stage before the display result is derived and displayed. No display mode. Then, for example, a state in which a variable display is performed by a plurality of variable display areas while maintaining a state in which the special result modes are aligned (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. Further, the reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device has progressed to a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. It means a display state in which at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfy a condition for a special result mode.

  Therefore, for example, the decorative special figure change display game displayed on the display device corresponding to the special figure change display game changes a plurality of pieces of identification information in each of the left, middle, and right change display areas on the display device for a predetermined time. After displaying, if the variable display is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle to display the result mode, the left and right variable display areas satisfy the condition of the special result mode (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, any one of the left, middle, and right variable display areas satisfies the condition of the special result mode (for example, the same state). The state that has become the identification information (excluding the special result mode) may be a reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state.

  The reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and the reach effects having different possibilities (different expected values) of deriving the special result mode include normal reach (N reach), special 1 reach (SP1 reach), Special 2 reach (SP2 reach), special 3 reach (SP3 reach), and premium reach are set. Note that the expected value increases in the order of “no reach” <“normal reach” <“special 1 reach” <“special 2 reach” <“special 3 reach” <“premier reach”. The reach state is included in the variable display mode at least when a special result mode is derived (a big hit) in the special figure variable display game. In other words, the special display mode may be included in the variable display mode when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (in the case of a loss). Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state in which the jackpot is more likely to be a big hit than the case where the reach state does not occur.

  The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B to generate control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for solenoids and display devices to play the game machine. 10 is controlled overall. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 has a jackpot random number for determining the hit of the special figure change display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, and a change pattern (various types) in the special figure change display game. A random number generating circuit for generating a random number of a fluctuation pattern for determining a reach or non-reach variable display game (including an execution time of a variable display game), a hit random number for determining a hit of a normal map variable display game, and the like. And a clock generator that generates a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined period (for example, 4 ms (ms)) for the CPU 111A based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113 and a clock that gives an update timing of the random number generation circuit. Have.

  Further, the CPU 111A obtains any one of the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in the process related to the special figure variation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111 </ b> A determines the game result (win (big hit or small hit) or miss) of the special figure change display game, the probability state of the special figure change display game as the current game state (normal probability state or high probability). State), the operating state (time saving operation state) of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 as the current gaming state, the number of stored memories, and the like, and selects one of the fluctuation pattern tables from a plurality of fluctuation pattern tables. To get. Here, when executing the special figure change display game, the CPU 111A forms a change distribution information obtaining unit that obtains one of the plurality of change pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B.

  The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and in accordance with a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100, a payout motor of a payout unit provided in the gaming machine 10. , And controls to pay out the prize balls. Further, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on a ball loan request signal from a card unit of the ball rental machine attached to the gaming machine 10 and performs control for paying out the ball rental. .

  The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, a starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, a gate switch 34a in the ordinary figure starting gate 34, a winning port switch. 35a, a large winning opening switch 38a of the special variable winning device 38, and a specific area switch 38e of the special variable winning device 38, a negative logic signal such as a high level of 11V and a low level of 7V supplied from these switches. Is provided, and an interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 for converting the signal to a positive logic signal of 0 V to 5 V is provided. The proximity I / F 121 also receives a detection signal of a panel radio sensor 62 that detects emission of radio waves to the gaming machine 10. In the proximity I / F 121, the input range is set to 7V to 11V, so that the leads of the sensor and the proximity switch are short-circuited improperly, the sensors and the switches are disconnected from the connector, and the leads are disconnected. It is configured to detect an abnormal state such as a floating state and output an abnormality detection signal.

  To explain the winning opening switch 35a, the winning opening switch 35a is shown by one block in FIG. 3, but actually (n) plural winning opening switches 35a (three in this embodiment). Are provided on the game board 30, and respective signals are input to the proximity I / F 121 through different signal lines. Further, in FIG. 3, the special winning opening switch 38 a is shown by one block. Have been. Then, the plurality of special winning opening switches 38a are connected by different signal lines, respectively, or a wired OR (not shown) on a relay board (not shown) existing between the switch and the game control device 100 (main board), for example. It is connected to the game control device 100 by a method called wired OR). The panel radio wave sensor 62 and the magnetic sensor 61 to be described later may be connected by a plurality of different signal lines, or may be connected to the game control device 100 in a wired-or manner.

  The output of the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123 or the third input port 124 and is read by the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Note that, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a, the starting port 2 switch 37a, the gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, the special winning port switch 38a, and the specific area switch 38e are the second signals. Input to the input port 123. The signal output (output from the proximity I / F 121) of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a, which are the starting port switches of FIG. 1, is indicated by one signal line in FIG. But there are actually two.

  Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signal of the panel radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when an abnormality of the sensor or the switch is detected are input to the third input port 124. Further, the third input port 124 has a detection signal of a magnetic sensor 61 for fraud detection provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the like, and a glass frame opening detection switch provided on the glass frame 15 of the gaming machine 10 and the like. 63, a detection signal of a body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on a front frame (body frame) 12 of the gaming machine 10, a detection signal of a setting value change switch 126, a detection signal of a setting key switch 127, a payout control. A touch switch signal (a signal based on an input of a touch switch provided on the operation unit 24) from the device 200 is input.

  Further, of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the output to the second input port 123 is also supplied from the game control device 100 to a test shooting test device (not shown) via the relay board 70. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a are configured to be input to the second input port 123 and the gaming microcomputer 111.

  As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I / F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12 V in addition to a voltage of, for example, 5 V required for normal operation of the IC from the power supply device 400. Has become.

  The data held by the second input port 123 asserts a chip enable signal CE (Chip Enable) (not shown) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 123 (effective level). Can be read out. The same applies to the third input port 124 and a first input port 122 described later.

  In addition, the input unit 120 receives a detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112, a frame radio wave illegal signal from the payout control device 200 (a signal output based on detection of a radio wave by the frame radio sensor provided on the front frame 12). ), A payout busy signal (a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can receive a command), a payout abnormality status signal (a status signal indicating a payout abnormality), a shot ball out switch signal (a game ball before payout). Signal indicating lack of the game ball), an overflow switch signal (a signal output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of the game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (fullness)), and an out ball detection switch signal (out) A first input port 122 which takes in a signal output when a ball is detected) and supplies it to the game microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140 is provided. It has been kicked.

  The out ball detection switch signal is a signal output from the out sensor each time the out sensor (not shown) detects one out ball of the gaming machine 10. For example, the out ball detection switch signal is provided in a discharge channel (not shown) between an outlet (not shown) for discharging a game ball (out ball) from the gaming machine 10 and the out port 30a. The out ball detection switch signal is used for calculating a game performance (for example, a base) per predetermined operation (for example, 60,000 out balls), and the calculated game performance is displayed on the performance display device 135. The out ball detection switch signal may be input to the effect control device 300. In this case, the out ball detection switch signal may be used for determining a game effect or an operating state that is a trigger for switching to a customer waiting screen display. For example, the performance display device 135 is a 4-digit 7-segment LED, and can display game performance in decimal or hexadecimal.

  The gaming machine 10 may be provided with a vibration sensor switch for detecting vibration, and a detection signal of the vibration sensor switch may be input to the first input port 122 or the third input port 124.

  Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 125 for inputting a signal such as a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the game microcomputer 111 or the like. It has a function of removing noise from a signal. A power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 and an initialization switch signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 are once input to the first input port 122 and are taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because there is a limit on the number of terminals provided on the gaming microcomputer 111 for receiving signals from outside.

  On the other hand, the reset signal RESET from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is directly input to a reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is also supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RESET is output directly to the relay board 70 without passing through the output unit 130, so that the test test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 to be output to the test test apparatus is turned off. It is configured to be. In addition, the reset signal RESET may be configured to be output to the trial test apparatus via the relay board 70. Note that the reset signal RESET is not supplied to the first to third input ports 122, 123, and 124 of the input unit 120. The data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input needs to be reset in order to prevent malfunction of the system, but the data of the input unit 120 is input immediately before the reset signal RESET is input. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from each port is discarded by resetting the gaming microcomputer 111.

  The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 132 disposed on a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. The serial communication from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 is one-way communication in which signals cannot be input from the effect control device 300 to the game control device 100.

  Further, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and transmits data indicating the special design information of the variable display game to the trial shooting test device of the accredited institution (not shown), a signal indicating the probability state of the big hit, and the like via the relay board 70. The output buffer 133 is configured to be mountable. The buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko game machine as an actual machine (mass-produced product) installed in a game store. The detection signal of a switch that does not require processing, such as a start-up switch, output from the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

  On the other hand, a detection signal which cannot be supplied to the test shooting test device as it is, such as the magnetic sensor 61 or the board radio wave sensor 62, is once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information. An error signal indicating that the control cannot be performed is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplies the signal to the test test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits a signal line of a detection signal of a switch that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE (not shown) output from the game microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and a signal of the port selectively controlled by the chip enable signal CE is supplied to the trial test apparatus. It has become.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to a data bus 140 to open and close data of a special winning opening solenoid 38b that opens and closes an opening / closing member 38c of the special variable winning device 38 (large winning opening). A first output port 134a is provided for outputting opening / closing data of a specific area solenoid 38d to be opened / closed, opening / closing data of a general-purpose solenoid 37c for opening / closing a movable member 37b of a normal fluctuation winning device 37, and display data of a performance display device 135. Have been.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a second output port 134b for outputting display data of the probability set value display device 136. The output unit 130 further includes a third output port 134c for outputting on / off data of the segment line to which the anode terminal of the LED is connected according to the content displayed on the collective display device 50; And a fourth output port 134d for outputting on / off data of a digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED is connected.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a fifth output port 134e for outputting information about the gaming machine 10 such as big hit information to the external information terminal board 71. The external information terminal board 71 is provided with a photorelay, and can be connected to, for example, an external device (such as an information collection terminal or a game hall internal management device (a hall computer)) installed in a game arcade. Can be supplied to an external device via a photo relay. A part of the information to be supplied to the external device is output from the fourth output port 134d. Further, the fifth output port 134e also outputs a firing permission signal to the payout control device 200 via the Schmitt buffer 132.

  Further, the output unit 130 generates and outputs a solenoid drive signal in response to an opening / closing data signal of the special winning opening solenoid 38b, the specific area solenoid 38d, and the general-purpose solenoid 37c output from the first output port 134a. (Drive circuit) 138a, second driver 138b that outputs an on / off drive signal for the segment line on the current supply side of collective display device 50 output from third output port 134c, and batch output from fourth output port 134d A third driver 138c for outputting an on / off drive signal for the digit line on the current drawing side of the display device 50, and an external information signal supplied from the fifth output port 134e or the fourth output port 134d to an external device such as a management device. A fourth driver 138d that outputs to the information terminal board 71, which is output from the first output port 134a Fifth driver 138e is provided which receives the display data signal performance display device 135 generates a driving signal of the performance display device 135 outputs.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with 32V DC from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so as to drive a solenoid operated at 32V. In addition, 12 V DC is supplied to the second driver 138 b that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. Since the third driver 138c for driving the digit line is for extracting the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V.

  The dynamic driving method is achieved by supplying a current to the anode terminal of the LED via a segment line by the second driver 138b outputting 12V, and extracting a current from the cathode terminal via the segment line by the third driver 138c outputting the ground potential. The power supply voltage flows through the sequentially selected LEDs to light them. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71 is supplied with 12V DC in order to give a level of 12V to the external information signal. The buffer 133, the first output port 134a, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output unit 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board. In addition, the performance display device 135 or the fifth driver 138e and the performance display device 135 may be provided on the output unit 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the external board (not shown) instead of the main board. .

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to the external inspection device 490. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be communicable with each other so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 490 by serial communication. Since the transmission and reception of such data is performed using the serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 like a general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as the first to third input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided. Not provided.

Next, a configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of the effect control device according to the first embodiment.
The effect control device 300 includes a main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 composed of an amusement chip (IC), like the game microcomputer 111, and a video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311. A video display processor (VDP) 312 as a graphic processor for performing the above image processing, and a sound source LSI 314 for controlling sound output for reproducing various melodies and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.

  The main control microcomputer 311 has a PROM 321 consisting of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing programs to be executed by the CPU and various data, a RAM 322 for providing a work area, and can retain stored contents even when power is not supplied in case of a power failure. A ferroelectric RAM (FeRAM) 323 and an RTC (real-time clock) 338 serving as timekeeping means for generating information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day, day of the week, time, etc.) are connected. Note that a RAM 311 a for providing a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes a command (production command) from the game microcomputer 111, determines the production content, and instructs the VDP 312 on the content of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 on the reproduction sound, and decorates the lamp. , Lighting and motor and solenoid drive control, and effect time management.

  The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a for providing a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging and reducing an image. Also connected to the VDP 312 are an image ROM 325 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM 326 used to develop and process image data of characters and the like read from the image ROM 325. Have been.

  Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 are configured to transmit and receive data in a parallel manner. By transmitting and receiving data in a parallel manner, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial transmission.

  From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronizing signal VSYNC for synchronizing the video of the display device 41 with the lighting of the decorative lamp provided on the glass frame 15 or the game board 30, and a synchronizing signal for giving data transmission timing STS is input. The VDP 312 informs the main control microcomputer 311 that it is in a state of waiting for reception of interrupt signals INT0 to INT and commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing to the VRAM. Signal WAIT and the like are input as well.

  The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 in an LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling) system. The video data, the horizontal synchronizing signal HSYNC, and the vertical synchronizing signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313. The video generated by the VDP 312 is transmitted to the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313. Is displayed.

  A sound ROM 327 storing sound data is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 are connected via an address / data bus 340. Further, an interrupt signal INT is input from the sound source LSI 314 to the main control microcomputer 311. The effect control device 300 is provided with an amplifier circuit 337 including an audio power amplifier or the like for driving an upper speaker 19a provided on the glass frame 15 and a lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12, and is generated by the sound source LSI 314. The output sound is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 337.

  Further, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 for receiving a command transmitted from the game control device 100. Through this command I / F 331, the decoration special figure reservation number command, the decoration special figure command, the variation command, the stop information command, etc. transmitted from the game control device 100 to the production control device 300 are converted into the production control command signal (production command). ). Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC5V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC3.3V, the command I / F 331 has a signal level conversion function. I have.

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes a board decoration LED control circuit 332 for driving and controlling a board decoration device 46 having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40), the glass frame 15 and the like. Frame decoration LED control circuit 333 that drives and controls a frame decoration device (eg, frame decoration device 18 or the like) having an LED (light emitting diode) provided in the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect movable body control circuit 334 for driving and controlling the effect device 44 (for example, a movable character or the like that enhances the effect in cooperation with the effect display on the display device 41) is provided. These control circuits 332 to 334 for driving and controlling a lamp, a motor, a solenoid and the like are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via an address / data bus 340. It should be noted that a frame effect device provided with a drive source such as a motor (for example, a motor for operating an effect device) is provided on the glass frame 15 and a frame effect movable body control circuit for driving and controlling the frame effect device is provided. Good.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 includes an effect button switch 25a of the effect button 25, a setting switch 29a of the option setting unit 29, and an effect combination switch 47 (effect motor) for detecting an initial position and the like of a motor in the board effect device 44. Switch) and a function of inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 and a state of the volume control switch 335 provided in the effect control device 300 to be detected by the main control microcomputer 311. A switch input circuit 336 having a function of inputting a signal is provided. In FIG. 4, the switches of the option setting unit 29 are collectively referred to as setting switches 29a for the sake of convenience. However, in detail, the state of each of the above-mentioned switches (cross cursor switch, center switch, attached switch) is determined by a switch input circuit. 336 are connected so as to be individually detected, and a detection signal indicating each state of each switch is input to the main control microcomputer 311.

  The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 drives a motor and a solenoid to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control device 300 having the above-described configuration and to electronic components controlled by the same. In addition to DC32V, a display device 41 composed of a liquid crystal panel, a DC12V for driving a motor and an LED, a DC5V for a power supply voltage of a command I / F 331, and a DC15V for driving a motor, an LED and a speaker are generated. It is configured to be. Further, when an LSI operating at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, a DC-DC for generating DC 3.3 V or DC 1.2 V based on DC 5 V is used. A DC converter is provided in effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to reset the device. In addition, it is supplied to the VDP 312 (VDPRESET signal), the sound source LSI 314 and the amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRESET signal), and the control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET signal) for driving and controlling a lamp, a motor, and the like, in a form output from the main control microcomputer 311. And reset them. Further, a cooling FAN 45 for cooling various parts of the gaming machine 10 is connected to the effect control device 300, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven when the power of the effect control device 300 is turned on. Further, a circuit board configuring the effect control device 300 corresponds to a sub-control board (also referred to as a sub-board).

Next, the game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number value for judging the hit of the normal figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in the general figure starting gate 34, and reads the ROM 111B. Is compared with the judgment value stored in the game, and a process of judging a hit or miss of the ordinary figure change display game is performed. Then, after the identification symbol (identification information) is changed and displayed on the general symbol display unit 55 of the collective display device 50 for a predetermined time, a process of displaying a general symbol changing display game to be stopped and displayed is performed. When the result of the normal symbol change display game is a hit, a special result mode corresponding to each of the first hit symbol to the third hit symbol is displayed on the general symbol display unit 55, and the general electric solenoid 37c is displayed. Is operated to open the movable member 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds) as described above. That is, the game control device 100 forms a conversion control execution unit that performs conversion control of the conversion member (the movable member 37b). In the case where the result of the ordinary figure change display game is out of control, control is performed to display the result mode of the outlier on the ordinary symbol display unit 55.

  Further, a start winning (starting memory) is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the starting port 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning port 36, and based on the starting memory, the first special figure fluctuation display game is executed. The random number value for the jackpot determination is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B to perform a process of determining a hit or miss in the first special figure variation display game. In addition, the start memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the big hit determination of the second special figure fluctuation display game is performed based on the start memory. The random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining the hit or miss of the second special figure variation display game is performed.

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command, effect command) including the determination result of the first special figure change display game or the second special figure change display game to the effect control device 300. I do. Then, after the identification symbol (identification information) is variably displayed on the special figure 1 symbol display section 53 and the special figure 2 symbol display section 54 of the collective display device 50 for a predetermined period of time, a process of displaying a special figure variation display game to stop and display is performed. Perform That is, the game control device 100 forms a game control means for controlling the progress of the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball flowing down the game region 32 into the start winning region (start winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37). .

  In addition, the effect control device 300 performs a process of displaying a decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game on the display device 41 based on a control signal from the game control apparatus 100. Further, the effect control device 300 performs processing for setting the effect state, outputting sound from the speakers 19a and 19b, controlling the light emission of various LEDs, and the like based on the control signal from the game control device 100. That is, the effect control device 300 forms an effect control unit that controls an effect relating to a game (such as a variable display game).

  When the result of the special figure change display game is a big hit or a small hit, the CPU 111A of the game control apparatus 100 displays a special result mode or a small hit result mode on the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 or the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54. Is displayed, and a process of generating a special game state or a small hitting game state (ie, a process of executing a special game or a small hitting game) is performed. In the process of generating a special game state due to the result of the first special figure change display game or the second special figure change display game being a big hit, the CPU 111A, for example, uses the special winning opening solenoid 38b to execute the special change winning device 38. The opening / closing member 38c is opened to control the game balls to flow into the special winning opening. In this special game state, the CPU 111A determines, for example, whether a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls wins in the special winning opening or a predetermined opening time elapses after the opening of the special winning opening. The opening of the special winning opening until the achievement is achieved is defined as one round, and a control (cycle game) that continues (repeats) the predetermined number of rounds is performed. In addition, a small hitting game state is generated due to the fact that the result of the first special figure change display game (special figure 1 change display game) or the second special figure change display game (special figure 2 change display game) is a small hit. In the process, for example, the CPU 111A opens the opening / closing member 38c of the special variable winning device 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b, and performs control to allow the game balls to flow into the special winning opening.

  The opening / closing operation pattern (opening / closing operation mode) of the special winning opening performed in the small hitting game state is such that the operation of maintaining the opening / closing member in the open state for 200 msec is performed four times at 1500 msec intervals. As described above, the game control device 100 forms a special winning opening opening / closing control unit that controls the opening and closing of the special winning opening when the stop result mode is the special result mode. Further, when the result of the special figure change display game is out of order, the CPU 111A performs control to display a result mode of the out of place on the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 and the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54 of the collective display device 50.

  Further, the game control device 100 can generate a high-probability state as a game state after the end of the special game state, based on the result mode of the special figure variable display game. The high probability state is a state in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure change display game is higher than the normal probability state. In addition, regardless of which of the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change display game results in the high probability state, the first special figure change display game and the second special figure change game Both of the variable display games are in the high probability state.

  Further, the game control device 100 can generate a time-saving state (a specific game state, a normal figure high probability state) as a game state after the end of the special game state, based on the result mode of the special figure change display game. In this time-saving state, the probability of becoming a winning result of the general-floor variation display game (general-figure probability) is set to a high probability (general-figure high-probability state) higher than 0 which is a normal probability (general-figure low-probability state). Is possible. Thereby, the opening time of the ordinary variable prize device 37 per unit time is controlled to be longer than that in the case where the ordinary variable prize device 37 is in the low probability state in the ordinary figure. Here, in the normal fluctuation winning device 37 in the present embodiment, the normal probability is set to “0” so as not to open the movable member 37b in the normal gaming state.

  Further, in the time-saving state, the execution time of the general-figure variation display game (normal-figure variation time) is, for example, 500 ms, the general-figure stop time for displaying the result of the general-figure variation display game is, for example, 600 msec, When the normal fluctuation winning game 37 is opened as a result of the normal fluctuation display game, the opening time of the first hit stop symbol (normal power opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 500 msec × 1 time), The opening time of the second hit stop symbol (normal power opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 ms × 2 times), the opening time of the third hit symbol (normal time of opening time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 ms × 3 times).

  It should be noted that the execution time of the general-float display game, the general-figure stop time, the number of times of the general-figure release, and the general-figure release time are set so that the general-figure fluctuation display game and the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37 are controlled to reduce the working hours. For example, in the time reduction state, it is possible to control the execution time of the above-mentioned general-purpose variable display game (the general-purpose variable display time) to be the second variable display time shorter than the first variable display time. (Eg, 10,000 ms equals 1000 ms). Further, in the time reduction state, it is possible to control the general stop time for displaying the result of the general change display game to be the second stop time shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 milliseconds is set). 704 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, when the normal fluctuation winning game 37 is released as a result of the general fluctuation display game, the opening time (normal power opening time) is changed to the first time in the normal state (low normal probability state). It is possible to control the second opening time to be longer than one opening time (for example, 100 ms is 1352 ms). Further, in the time saving state, the number of times of opening the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (the number of times of opening the ordinary power) is larger than the first number of times of opening (for example, two times) for one hit result of the normal figure fluctuation display game. The number of times (for example, four times) can be set to the second number of times of opening. Further, in the time reduction state, the probability of being a hit result of the general-figure change display game (general-figure probability) is higher than the normal probability (normal-figure low-probability state, for example, 1/251) in the normal operation state. It is possible to set a probability (normal high probability state, for example, 250/251).

  In the time-saving state, the ordinary fluctuation winning device 37 is in the open state by changing one or more of the ordinary figure fluctuation time, the ordinary figure stop time, the number of ordinary electricity open times, the ordinary time open time, and the ordinary figure probability. Make the conversion time longer than usual. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of time saving states different from each other. Further, when a hit occurs, one of the first opening mode and the second opening mode may be selected. In this case, the selection probabilities of the first release mode and the second release mode may be different. Further, the high probability state and the time saving state can be generated independently of each other, both can be generated at the same time, or only one of them can be generated. The time saving state can also be referred to as a general power support state (during general power support or during power support).

  Next, the configuration of the batch display device will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of the batch display device according to the first embodiment. The collective display device 50 includes 7-segment LED_d1 and 7-segment LED_d2, and 16 LEDs from LED_d3 to LED_d18. The collective display device 50 performs various state displays according to the lighting modes of the 7-segment LED_d1, the 7-segment LED_d2, and the LEDs_d3 to LED_d18.

  The batch display device 50 distributes various status display functions from the 7-segment LED_d1 and the 7-segment LED_d2, and the LED_d3 to the LED_d18, so that the round display unit 51, the special figure 1 hold display unit 52, and the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 And a special figure 2 symbol display section 54, a general figure display section 55, a general figure hold display section 56, a state display section 57, and a special figure 2 hold display section 58. The round display unit 51 displays the number of rounds in the special figure game according to the lighting modes of the four LEDs LED_d3 to LED_d6. The special figure 1 hold display section 52 displays the number of holds in the special figure 1 game by the lighting mode of two LEDs, LED_d11 and LED_d12. The special figure 1 symbol display section 53 displays a symbol in the special figure 1 game by the lighting mode of eight LEDs (seven segment LEDs and one dot LED) of the seven-segment LED_d1. The special figure 2 symbol display unit 54 displays the symbols in the special figure 2 game by the lighting mode of the eight LEDs (seven segment LEDs and one dot LED) of the seven-segment LED_d2. The general symbol display unit 55 displays a symbol in the general symbol game by a lighting mode of three LEDs, LED_d8, LED_d10, and LED_d18. The general-purpose reservation display unit 56 displays the number of reservations in the general-purpose game by the lighting mode of two LEDs, LED_d15 and LED_d16. The state display unit 57 displays the game state in the special figure game by the lighting mode of the three LEDs LED_d7, LED_d9, and LED_d17. The special figure 2 hold display unit 58 displays the number of holds in the special figure 2 game by the lighting mode of two LEDs, LED_d13 and LED_d14.

  Hereinafter, control of a gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, control executed by the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process and a timer interrupt process performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 ms).

[Main processing]
First, a main process of the game control device according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 6 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating a flowchart of a main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram (part 2) illustrating a flowchart of the main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 8 is a diagram (part 3) illustrating a flowchart of the main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 9 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating a flowchart of the main process according to the first embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 5) illustrating a flowchart of the main process according to the first embodiment.

  The main process is started by the control unit (game microcomputer 111) when the power is turned on. In this main process, first, a process for disabling an interrupt (step S1) is performed, and then, when an interrupt occurs, a stack pointer setting process for setting a stack pointer that is a start address of an area for saving a value of a register or the like is performed. (Step S2) is performed. Next, the register bank 0 is designated (step S3), and an upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (for example, a D register) (step S4). The range of the address of the RAM 111C is 0000h to 01FFh, and 00h or 01h is taken as the higher order. In step S4, 00h at the head of the address range of the RAM 111C is set.

  Next, a firing stop signal is output and the firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state (step S5). The firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a signal to stop firing, and the firing of game balls is prohibited.

  Thereafter, the state of input port 1 (first input port 122) is read into a first register (eg, B register) (step S6), and the state of input port 3 (third input port 124) is subsequently read into a second register (eg, B). C register) (step S7).

  Here, predetermined bits of the first register are masked, and other bits are cleared (step S8). For example, only the second bit of the B register corresponding to the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 is held, and the 0th bit, the 1st bit, and the 3rd to 7th bits are cleared. Then, a predetermined bit of the second register is masked, and other bits are cleared (step S9). For example, only the fourth bit of the C register corresponding to the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 is held, and the 0th to 3rd bits and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared.

  The information of the first register is integrated into the second register, and the information held by the second register is held as reference information that does not rely on the RAM 111C (step S10). For example, the logical sum of the B register and the C register is stored in the C register, and the C register is held as a state reference register.

  For example, the value “00000000B” of the state reference register (C register) is “0” because the 0th bit and the 1st bit, the 3rd bit and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared, and the value of the second bit is “0”. It is “0” corresponding to the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 being on, and the fourth bit is “0” corresponding to the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 being on. That is, the value “00000000B” of the state reference register indicates a setting change state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (ON) and the setting key switch 127 is on (ON).

  The value “0010000B” of the state reference register is “0” because the 0th bit and the 1st bit, the 3rd bit and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared, and the 2nd bit is the RAM initialization switch. It is “0” corresponding to the detection signal from 112 turned on, and indicates that the fourth bit is “1” corresponding to the detection signal off from the setting key switch 127. That is, the value “00010000B” of the state reference register indicates a RAM initialization state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (ON) and the setting key switch 127 is off (OFF).

  The value “00000100B” of the state reference register is “0” because the 0th bit and the 1st bit, the 3rd bit and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared, and the 2nd bit is the RAM initialization switch. It is “1” corresponding to the detection signal from the 112 being off, and indicates that the fourth bit is “0” corresponding to the detection signal on from the setting key switch 127. That is, the value “00000100B” of the state reference register indicates a setting confirmation state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (OFF) and the setting key switch 127 is on (ON).

  The value “00010100B” of the status reference register is “0” because the 0th bit and the 1st bit, the 3rd bit and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared, and the 2nd bit is the RAM initialization switch. It is “1” corresponding to the detection signal off from 112, and indicates that the fourth bit is “1” corresponding to the detection signal off from the setting key switch 127. That is, the value “00010100B” of the state reference register indicates a power restoration (power restoration) state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (OFF) and the setting key switch 127 is off (OFF).

  As a result, the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 and the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 are held in the C register. Since the storage position (second bit) of the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 in the B register and the storage position (fourth bit) of the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 in the C register are different, the B register and the C register are different. The detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 and the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 are also stored without being lost by the logical OR of the registers.

  Thereafter, a process of setting a power-on delay timer is performed (step S11). In this processing, by setting a predetermined initial value, a slave control unit (for example, a payout control device 200 or an effect control device 300, etc.) that performs various controls in accordance with an instruction from the game control device 100 serving as a main control unit. A standby time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for the program of the slave control device to start normally is set. Thus, when the power is turned on, if the game control device 100 starts up first and sends a command to the slave control unit before the slave control unit starts up, it is possible to prevent the slave control unit from missing the command. . That is, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 forms a standby unit that delays the activation of the main control unit and sets a predetermined standby time for waiting for the activation of the sub control unit.

  The timing of the power-on delay timer is performed using a storage area (a RAM area or a register that is not a validity determination target) that is not a target of validity determination (checksum calculation) of data held in the RAM area. Thus, when calculating the check data such as the checksum of the RAM area, it is not necessary to exclude a part of the RAM area, so that it is possible to prevent the control at power-on from becoming complicated.

  Although the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is stored in the second register (C register), the detection signal is stored before the start of the standby time, so that the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is stored. Operations can be saved reliably. That is, if the state of the RAM initialization switch 112 is read after the elapse of the standby time, the RAM initialization switch 112 may be operated after the elapse of the standby time, or the RAM initialization switch may be operated from power-on until the elapse of the standby time. It is necessary to keep operating 112. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, the operation can be detected immediately after the power is turned on without performing such a troublesome operation, and the initialization operation performed when the power is turned on can be detected. Can be prevented.

  Although the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is stored in the second register (C register), the operation of the setting key switch 127 can be performed by storing the detection signal before the start of the standby time. It can be detected reliably. That is, if the state of the setting key switch 127 is read after the elapse of the standby time, the setting key switch 127 is operated after the elapse of the standby time, or the setting key switch 127 is operated from the power-on to the elapse of the standby time. You need to keep doing it. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, even if such a troublesome operation is not performed, the operation can be detected immediately after the power is turned on, and the setting change operation performed when the power is turned on or It is possible to prevent a situation where a setting confirmation operation is not accepted.

  Next, after performing a process of setting a power-on delay timer (for example, about 3 seconds) (step S11), measuring a standby time and monitoring occurrence of a power failure during the standby time (steps S12 to S16). Perform First, the number of times the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read and checked via the port and the data bus (for example, two times) is set (step S12), and whether or not the power failure monitoring signal is on is determined. A determination is made (step S13).

  If the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S13; Y), it is determined whether or not the power failure monitoring signal remains on for the number of checks set in step S12 (step S14). If the ON state of the power failure monitoring signal is not continued for the number of checks (step S14; N), the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is ON (step S13). If the power failure monitoring signal is ON for the number of checks (step S14; Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, the game machine 10 waits for the power to be shut off. . In this manner, by determining that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal has been continuously received for a predetermined period, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection of a power failure due to noise or the like, and to appropriately cope with a failure at power-on. be able to.

  That is, the game control device 100 forms a power failure monitoring unit that monitors the occurrence of a power failure during a predetermined standby time. Thus, it is possible to cope with a power failure that occurs during a period in which the activation of the game control device 100 serving as the main control unit is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately cope with a malfunction at the time of turning on the power. Note that access to the RAM 111C is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the storage contents at the time of the previous power-off are retained, so that backup processing is performed when a power failure occurs here. No need. For this reason, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, there is no need to back up the RAM 111C, and the control load can be reduced.

  On the other hand, if the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S13; N), that is, if no power failure has occurred, the power-on delay timer is updated by “−1” (step S15), and the timer value becomes “0”. Is determined (step S16). If the value of the timer is not 0 (step S16; N), that is, if the standby time has not expired, the process returns to the process of setting the number of checks of the power failure monitoring signal (step S12). When the value of the timer is "0" (step S16; Y), that is, when the standby time has expired, access to a readable and writable RWM (Read Write Memory) such as the RAM 111C or EEPROM is permitted (step S16). S17), OFF data is output to all output ports (set to a state where there is no output) (step S18).

  Next, a serial port (a port mounted in the gaming microcomputer 111 in advance and used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200) is set (step S19).

  In step S20, a process of activating a CTC circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed.

  In step S21, processing for setting a RAM abnormality flag is performed. Note that the set of the RAM abnormality flag is provisional and can be updated in a process of inspecting the abnormality of the RAM to be executed later.

  In step S22, it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5Ah). If the value of the power failure inspection area 1 is normal (step S22; Y), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 2 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (step S22). S23) If the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (step S23; Y), a checksum calculation process of calculating a checksum of a predetermined area in the RWM (step S24) is performed.

  In the checksum calculation process, the sum of the data of the game control work area and the data of the state display work area may be calculated as a checksum, or the data of the game control work area and the state display work area may be calculated. The checksum may be calculated separately from the area data, or the checksum may be calculated only from the game control work area data. The game control work area is a work area used for game control in a storage area in the RWM. The status display work area is a work area used for status display in the storage area in the RWM.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the checksum calculated in step S24 matches the checksum when the power is turned off (step S25), and when it is determined that the checksums match (normal) (step S25; Y) clears the RAM abnormality flag provisionally set in step S21 (step S26).

  If it is determined that the checksums do not match (not normal) (step S25; N), the process proceeds to step S27 by passing step S26, and the RAM abnormality flag provisionally set in step S21 is reset. Be deterministic. Even when it is determined that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (Step S22; N or Step S23; N), the process temporarily goes to Step S21 by passing Step S26 and going to Step S27. The determined RAM abnormality flag becomes definite.

  In step S27, it is determined with reference to the second register (C register) whether the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on. If the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on, the process proceeds to step S33, and the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is If not on, the process proceeds to step S28.

  Note that the game control device 100 stores the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 in the second register (C register). And the detection signal of the activation switch 112 can be determined simultaneously. In addition, since the game control device 100 holds the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 in the second register (C register), the setting before the validity determination of the RAM is performed. The detection signal of the key switch 127 and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 can be determined.

  In step S28, the control unit determines whether the RAM abnormality flag is on. When the RAM abnormality flag is on (that is, when the RAM abnormality flag is set), the control unit proceeds to step S30, and when the RAM abnormality flag is not on (that is, when the RAM abnormality flag is cleared) ), The process proceeds to step S29.

  In step S29, the control unit determines whether or not the setting change mode flag is on. The control unit proceeds to step S48 when the setting change mode flag is on, and proceeds to step S30 when the setting change mode flag is not on.

  Steps S30 to S32 are processing executed when the RAM is abnormal or when the power is turned off during the setting and the RAM is restarted without clearing the RAM. In step S30, the control unit transmits a command for notifying a main abnormality error to effect controller 300. Thereby, the effect control device 300 performs the effect control corresponding to the command of the main abnormality error notification. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command for reporting a main abnormality error, causes the display device 41 to display a message that guides a restart involving RAM clear, and causes the speakers 19a and 19b to output sound. Further, the effect control device 300 receives the command of the main abnormality error notification, and notifies the main abnormality error by the frame decoration device 18, the panel decoration device 46, and the panel effect device 44.

  In step S31, the control unit outputs the 7-segment display data at the time of the stoppage of the game to the performance display device 135. At this time, the control unit can display the status corresponding to the main abnormality error on the performance display device 135. In addition, the control unit outputs the 7-segment display data at the time of the game stop to the probability set value display device 136. At this time, the control unit can display numerical values or characters that are not in the probability set value on the probability set value display device 136. The control unit may output the 7-segment display data including the LED display data at the time of the game stop to the collective display device 50. At this time, the control unit may set the collective display device 50 to all-off or all-on.

  In step S32, the control section outputs ON data of the security signal from the external information terminal board 71. At this time, the control unit turns off the output data of other signals output from the external information terminal board 71. The control unit repeatedly executes steps S31 and S32 and waits for power-off. That is, the gaming machine 10 outputs a security signal from the external information terminal board 71 until the power supply is cut off. The gaming machine 10 does not output any signal other than the security signal from the external information terminal board 71 until the power supply is cut off.

  Note that the control unit does not prohibit RAM access in the repeated execution of step S31 and step S32 until the power supply is cut off. This allows the gaming machine 10 to store the return address in the RAM when an NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt) occurs, thereby reducing the risk of program runaway. As described above, the control unit does not protect the storage contents of the RAM during the repetitive execution of the steps S31 and S32 until the power supply is cut off by prohibiting the RAM access. Therefore, the danger that the storage contents of the RAM are not protected is limited. In other words, the gaming machine 10 obtains the effect of reducing the risk of program runaway while limiting the risk that the stored contents of the RAM are not protected. Further, the control unit does not prohibit the RAM access in the repetitive execution of step S31 and step S32 until the power is cut off, so that the subroutine can be called in step S31 or step S32 to improve the program efficiency. it can.

  Steps S33 to S36 are processing relating to setting change preparation, and are executed when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on in step S27.

  In step S33, the control unit determines whether the RAM abnormality flag is on. The control unit proceeds to Step S34 when the RAM abnormality flag is on, and proceeds to Step S35 when the RAM abnormality flag is not on.

  In step S34, the control unit clears the set value because the RAM abnormality flag is on. The setting value may be cleared by setting an invalid value as the setting value, or by setting a value most disadvantageous to the player from the viewpoint of countermeasures against fraud.

  In step S35, the control unit performs a process of setting a setting change mode flag. The setting change mode flag is a flag indicating whether or not the gaming machine 10 is changing the setting. The setting change mode flag is set when the setting is being changed, and the setting change mode is being set when the setting is not being changed. The flag is cleared (reset).

  In step S <b> 36, the control unit transmits the command whose setting is being changed to effect control device 300. Thereby, the effect control device 300 performs effect control corresponding to the command whose setting is being changed. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command for changing the setting, causes the display device 41 to display a message indicating that the setting is being changed, and causes the speakers 19a and 19b to output sound. In addition, the effect control device 300 receives the command of the setting change, and notifies that the setting is being changed by the frame decoration device 18, the panel decoration device 46, and the panel effect device 44.

  Step S37 is a process executed after the setting change preparation (steps S33 to S36) or after the setting confirmation preparation (steps S49 and S50). In step S37, the control unit sets 128 ms to the security signal control timer. Thus, the gaming machine 10 outputs the security signal at least until the security signal control timer times out.

  Steps S38 to S40 are processing relating to the end of setting change wait or the end of setting confirmation wait. Since the security signal is output and set in step S37, the gaming machine 10 can externally grasp the execution of the process related to the end of the setting change wait or the end of the setting confirmation end.

  After permitting the interrupt (step S38), the control unit refers to the second register (C register) and determines whether or not the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is off (step S39). The control section proceeds to Step S55 when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is off, and proceeds to Step S40 when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not off.

  In step S40, the control unit determines whether a power failure has occurred. The control unit can determine the occurrence of a power failure by continuously detecting the power failure monitoring signal for a predetermined time. The control unit proceeds to step S41 when a power failure has occurred, and proceeds to step S39 when a power failure has not occurred. That is, the control unit waits for the setting key to be turned off until the power failure occurs, with the interrupt being permitted in step S38.

When determining that a power failure has occurred, the control unit performs a process of prohibiting an interrupt (step S41) and a process of outputting off data to all output ports (step S42).
Thereafter, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (step S43), and the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (step S44). Further, after performing a checksum calculation process of calculating a checksum when the RWM is powered off (step S45) and a process of saving the calculated checksum in the checksum area (step S46), access to the RAM is prohibited. After performing the processing (step S47), it waits for the power of the gaming machine to be cut off. In this way, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power shutdown, it is possible to determine whether the information stored in the RWM before the power shutdown is correctly backed up. It can be determined at the time of re-input.

  Step S48 is executed when it is determined in step S29 that the setting change mode flag is on. In step S48, the control unit refers to the second register (C register) and determines whether the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on. The control unit proceeds to step S49 when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on, and proceeds to step S51 when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not on.

  Steps S49 and S50 are processes related to the preparation for setting confirmation. In step S49, the control unit performs a process of setting a flag during the setting confirmation mode. The setting confirmation mode flag is a flag indicating whether or not the gaming machine 10 is confirming the setting. The setting confirmation mode flag is set when the setting is being confirmed. The flag is cleared (reset). In step S <b> 50, the control unit transmits a command of which setting is being confirmed to effect controller 300. Thereby, the effect control device 300 performs effect control corresponding to the command whose setting is being confirmed. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command for confirming the setting, causes the display device 41 to display a message indicating that the setting is being confirmed, and causes the speakers 19a and 19b to output sound. Further, the effect control device 300 receives the command of the setting confirmation, and notifies the frame decoration device 18, the panel decoration device 46, and the panel effect device 44 that the setting is being confirmed. Thereafter, the control unit proceeds to step S37.

  On the other hand, if the control unit determines in step S48 that the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not ON, it executes step S51. In step S51, the control unit refers to the second register (C register) and determines whether the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on. The control unit proceeds to step S52 when the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on, and proceeds to step S58 when the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is not on. That is, the gaming machine 10 proceeds to the execution of the process related to RAM initialization (RAM clear) by detecting the activation accompanied by the pressing operation of the RAM initialization switch 112, and recovers from the power failure by detecting the activation without the pressing operation of the RAM initialization switch 112. Proceed to execution of the process related to

  Next, a process related to RAM initialization performed after step S52 will be described. In the process related to RAM initialization, the control unit clears (zeros) the RAM area other than the set value to zero (step S52), and saves the initial value at the time of RAM initialization to the area to be initialized (step S53). For example, the control unit sets the RAM clear start address 2 as the start address at the time of RAM clear, and sets a clear target area (game control work area) in a storage area (an area that does not include the access prohibition area) of the RWM (for example, the RAM 111C). Area) data is cleared to zero.

  Since the setting change mode flag and the setting confirmation mode flag are included in the data of the clear target area, they are cleared by zero-clearing the data of the clear target area.

  In step S54, the control unit transmits a command for initializing the RAM to the effect control device 300. Thereby, the effect control device 300 performs effect control corresponding to the command at the time of RAM initialization. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command for initializing the RAM, causes the display device 41 to display a message indicating that the RAM has been initialized, and causes the speakers 19a and 19b to output sound. Further, the effect control device 300 receives the RAM initialization command and notifies the frame decoration device 18, the panel decoration device 46, and the panel effect device 44 that the RAM has been initialized.

  If the control unit detects that the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is off after executing the processing (steps S38 to S40) related to the end of the setting change or the end of the setting confirmation, the control unit proceeds to step S55. Execute. After prohibiting the interruption (step S55), the control unit transmits a notification end command to the effect control device 300 (step S56).

  Thereby, effect control device 300 ends the notification that the setting is being changed started by receiving the command that is changing the setting, or the notification that the setting is being checked that is started by receiving the command that is checking the setting. .

  Next, the control unit refers to the setting change mode flag to determine whether the mode is in the setting change mode (step S57). When the control unit is in the setting change mode, the process proceeds to step S52, and executes a process related to RAM initialization. On the other hand, when the control unit is not in the setting change mode, the process proceeds to step S58, and executes a process related to power recovery.

  In step S58, the control unit executes a power failure recovery process. The power failure restoration process saves the initial value at the time of power failure restoration in the area to be initialized, determines whether the special figure game is in high probability with reference to the special figure status, and determines whether the special figure game is in high probability. In the case of, the ON information is saved in the high probability notification flag area, and the ON data of the high probability notification LED is saved in the segment area.

  The areas to be initialized in the power failure recovery process are a power failure inspection area, a checksum area, a setting change mode flag, a setting confirmation mode flag, and an area related to error monitoring. In the power failure recovery process, the busy signal status area storing the state of the payout busy signal, which is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can receive a command, is also cleared, and the state of the payout busy signal is determined. It is in an undefined state indicating that it has not been performed. Similarly, the touch switch signal state monitoring area that stores the state of the touch switch signal is also cleared, and the state of the touch switch signal is changed to an undefined state indicating that the state of the touch switch signal has not been determined.

  Next, the control unit transmits a command at the time of power failure recovery corresponding to the special figure game processing number to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step S59), and proceeds to step S60. In step S59, a plurality of commands such as a model designation command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, a probability setting value information command, and a screen designation command are transmitted. Further, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, effect number information and high probability number information are transmitted. Note that the screen designation command means that the control state of the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game are both in normal processing (during the change, during the big hit (first special game state), and during the small hit (the first 2) is a command for instructing display of a customer waiting demonstration screen, and otherwise, a command for instructing display of a recovery screen.

  In step S60, the control unit performs a process of starting and setting the random number generation circuit. Then, the values of predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at power-on are extracted, and the corresponding various initial value random numbers (big hit symbol initial value random number, small hit symbol initial value random number, hit initial value) After saving in a predetermined area of the RWM as an initial value (start value) of a value random number and a hit symbol initial value random number (step S61), an interrupt is permitted (step S62).

  Subsequently, the control unit performs an initial value random number update process (step S63) for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers. This initial value random number updating process is a process of updating (incrementing) each initial value random number by, for example, “+1”. As described above, the gaming machine 10 can improve the randomness of the random numbers by continuously updating the initial value random numbers as long as time permits in the main processing.

  Here, the control unit once prohibits the interruption (step S64), executes the performance display editing process (step S65), and permits the interruption after executing the performance display editing process (step S66). The performance display editing process is a process related to calculation and display of a base. Since the processing load of the performance display editing process is relatively high, the control unit prohibits the interruption and derives the processing result more quickly. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 ensures the process result derivation of the performance display editing process until the gaming state is updated by the timer interrupt.

  In step S67, the control unit determines whether a power failure has occurred. The control unit can determine the occurrence of a power failure by continuously detecting the power failure monitoring signal for a predetermined time. The control unit proceeds to Step S41 when a power failure has occurred, and proceeds to Step S63 when no power failure has occurred.

  That is, the control unit repeatedly executes the processing from step S63 to step S67 unless a power failure occurs. Specifically, when a power failure has not occurred, the control unit repeatedly performs an initial value random number update process, a performance display editing process, and a check (loop process) of a power failure monitoring signal.

  By permitting an interrupt (step S66) before the initial value random number updating process (step S63), if a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number updating process, the interrupt process is executed with priority. It is possible to prevent the interruption process from being overwhelmed by waiting for the timer interruption by the initial value random number updating process.

  Similarly, by disabling the interrupt (step S64) before the performance display editing process (step S65), the performance display editing process is executed prior to the timer interrupt, and the performance display editing process is squeezed. Can be avoided.

  From the above, the main control means (game control device 100) for controlling the game in general and the slave control means (payout control device 200, effect control device 300) for performing various controls in accordance with the instructions from the main control means And the like.), When the power is turned on, the main control means delays the activation of the main control means and sets a predetermined standby time for waiting for the activation of the sub-control means. Device 100) and power outage monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring the occurrence of a power outage during the predetermined standby time.

  The power supply device 400 includes a power supply device 400 that supplies power to various devices. The power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when detecting the occurrence of a power failure, and the power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) If the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period, it is determined that a power failure has occurred.

  In addition, the main control means (game control device 100) has a RAM 111C capable of storing data, an initialization operation unit (RAM initialization switch 112) that can be operated from the outside, and an operation of the initialization operation unit. And an initialization unit (game control device 100) for initializing the data stored in the RAM 111C based on the operation state, and reads the operation state of the initialization operation unit before the start of the standby time.

  The game control device 100 performs a function (second initialization process) that distinguishes between an initialization process when data is abnormal (first initialization process) and an initialization process during initialization operation (second initialization process). (1st initialization means and 2nd initialization means), it is possible to realize an optimal and efficient initialization process according to the situation.

  The main control unit (game control device 100) includes a RAM 111C capable of storing data, a setting operation unit (set value change switch 126, setting key switch 127) that can be operated from the outside, and an operation of the setting operation unit. By providing a setting change unit (game control device 100) for changing the set value stored in the RAM 111C based on the result, the setting can be changed, and a setting display unit (probability set value display device 136) is provided. This makes it possible to check the settings (set values). Also, the main control means (game control device 100) permits the access to the RAM 111C after the elapse of the standby time.

  Further, the main control means (game control device 100) prohibits access to the RAM (RAM 111C) (step S47) and waits for the suspension of execution of all processes (step S47). And a RAM abnormal standby process (a loop of steps S31 and S32) in which access to the RAM (RAM 111C) is permitted (step S17) and the execution of all processes is suspended.

  Here, the standby processing when a power failure occurs and the standby processing when the RAM is abnormal will be described. The standby process at power failure occurrence is a loop process that is executed after the access to the RAM is prohibited in step S47 of the main process and waits for the execution stop of all processes. In addition, since the standby process at the time of the occurrence of the power failure is executed after the interrupt is prohibited in step S41 of the main process, an interrupt other than the NMI interrupt (timer interrupt) is prohibited. In the standby process at the time of the occurrence of a power failure, an NMI interrupt can be generated because an interrupt cannot be prohibited for the NMI interrupt. However, the standby process at power failure occurrence is a process executed at the time of power failure occurrence, and therefore, there is a small risk that an NMI interrupt occurs during the execution of the process. Further, the standby process at the time of the occurrence of a power failure is a standby process that does not accompany the notification of abnormality. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can divert the power until the power is turned off to the power outage process. Note that the gaming machine 10 prohibits access to the RAM in the standby process when a power failure occurs, thereby reducing the risk that the contents stored in the RAM may change due to an unstable voltage.

  The RAM abnormality standby process is a loop process that is executed after the access to the RAM (RWM) is permitted in step S17 of the main process and waits for the execution stop of all processes. Further, since the RAM abnormality standby process is executed after the interrupt is prohibited in step S1 of the main process, an interrupt other than the NMI interrupt (timer interrupt) is prohibited. In the standby process at the time of the occurrence of a power failure, an NMI interrupt can be generated because an interrupt cannot be prohibited for the NMI interrupt. Since the standby process at the time of the RAM abnormality is a process of waiting for power-off, there is a greater danger that an NMI interrupt will occur during execution of the process than the standby process at the time of a power failure. However, the RAM abnormality standby process allows the return address to be stored in the RAM because access to the RAM is permitted even if an NMI interrupt occurs, and the risk of program runaway due to the occurrence of the NMI interrupt is small. In addition, since the gaming machine 10 transmits the main abnormality error notification command to the effect control device 300 in step S30, the abnormality control by the effect control device 300 may be performed in parallel during execution of the RAM abnormality standby process. Can be. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can be expected to be quickly restarted.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, a timer interrupt process of the game control device 100 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating a flowchart of the timer interrupt process according to the first embodiment. This timer interrupt processing is performed in the above-described main processing from the time when the interrupt is issued to the time when the interrupt is prohibited (from step S38 to step S41, from step S38 to step S55, from step S66 to step S64, from step S66). To step S41). The timer interrupt process is a process executed by the CPU 111A.

  The timer interrupt processing is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by a CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and the timer interrupt process is started.

  When the timer interrupt process is started, first, the register bank 1 is designated (step S71). Switching to the register bank 1 is equivalent to performing register save processing for transferring a value held in a predetermined register (for example, a register used in the main processing) to the RWM. Next, an upper address of the RAM top address is set in a predetermined register (for example, a D register) (step S72). In step S72, the same processing as step S4 in the main processing is performed, but the register bank is different.

  Next, input processing from various sensors and switches and fetching of signals, that is, input processing for reading the state of each input port (step S73) are performed. In step S74, the control unit refers to the setting change mode flag and the setting check mode flag to determine whether the mode is in the setting change mode or the setting check mode. When the control unit is in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, the process proceeds to step S75, executes the setting change / confirmation process, and ends the timer interrupt process. The setting change / confirmation process will be described later with reference to FIG. On the other hand, when the control unit is not in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, the process proceeds to step S76.

  In step S76, the control unit executes output processing for performing drive control of actuators such as solenoids (large winning opening solenoid 38b, general-purpose solenoid 37c) based on the output data set in the various processing.

  When a signal for stopping the firing is output in step S5 in the main process, a signal for permitting the firing is output by performing this output process, and the firing permitting signal is set to a state where it can be set to a permitted state. This firing permission signal is output to the firing control device via the payout control device. At this time, no signal processing or the like is performed. The firing permission signal is a first signal indicating the state of the firing permission as viewed from the game control device 100, and is a second signal (a firing permission signal) indicating the state of the firing permission as viewed from the payout control device 200. Are also generated in the payout control device 200 and output to the firing control device. That is, two firing permission signals are output to the firing control device, and when both are permitted to fire, the game ball is configured to be ready to fire.

  Next, the control unit outputs a command set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control device 200, a payout command transmitting process (step S77), a random number updating process 1 (step S78), and a random number updating process 2 (step S79). ). Here, the random number update process 1 is a process for updating the initial value (start value) of the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the hit symbol random number which are the targets of the initial value random number update process. . The random number update process 2 is a process of updating a variation pattern random number for determining a variation pattern in the variation display game of the special figure 1 and the special figure 2. The random number update process 1 or the random number update process 2 in addition to the random number update process 1 may stop the random number update during the setting change or change the update cycle.

  Next, the control unit checks whether there is a normal signal input from the starting port 1 switch 36a, the starting port 2 switch 37a, the ordinary gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a, the special winning port switch 38a, and the specific area switch 38e. A winning opening switch / status monitoring process (step S80) for monitoring whether or not an error has occurred (for example, whether the front frame or glass frame is open) is performed. Further, a start-up switch monitoring process (step S81) for monitoring winning of the start-up 1 switch 36a and the start-up 2 switch 37a is performed. In the starting port switch monitoring process, if a game ball is won in the starting winning port 36 serving as a first starting winning port or the ordinary variable winning apparatus 37 serving as a second starting winning port, various random numbers (such as a big hit random number) are given. Is performed, and a game result preliminary determination is performed in which the game result based on the winning is determined in advance at the stage before the start of the special figure change display game.

  Next, the control unit performs a special figure 1 game process (step S82) for performing a process related to the special figure 1 variable display game, a special figure 2 game process (step S83) that performs a process for the special figure 2 variable display game, A general-purpose game process (step S84) for performing a process related to the display game is executed.

  Next, the segment LED (for example, the LED of the special figure 1 symbol display section 53 of the collective display device 50) which is provided in the gaming machine 10 and displays the special figure change display game and displays various information related to the game is provided with desired contents. Is displayed (step S85), a magnet fraud monitoring process (step S86) for checking a detection signal from the magnetic sensor 61 to determine whether there is any abnormality, and a panel radio wave sensor 62 Then, a board radio wave fraud monitoring process (step S87) is performed for checking the detection signal of the above and determining whether there is any abnormality. Then, an external information editing process (step S88) for setting signals to be output to various external devices in the output buffer and a performance display device control process (step S89) are performed, and the timer interrupt process ends.

  Here, in the first embodiment, the process of restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process of permitting the interrupt) and the process of restoring the designation of the register bank (that is, the process of designating the register bank 0) are performed by the interrupt. This is automatically performed at the time of return (at the end of the timer interrupt processing). Note that, depending on the CPU used, some gaming machines need to instruct execution of processing for restoring the interrupt disabled state and processing for restoring the designation of the register bank.

[Main processing]
Next, a main process of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a diagram illustrating a flowchart of a main process in the effect control device according to the first embodiment.

The main process is a process executed by the control unit (CPU 311) of the effect control device 300 when the power supply of the pachinko machine 1 is started.
[Step D11] The control unit prohibits the interruption.

[Step D12] The control unit performs initialization of the CPU 311.
[Step D13] The control unit performs an initial setting of the VDP 312.
[Step D14] The control unit permits interruption.

  [Step D15] The control unit permits display data generation. That is, the control unit permits a display circuit (not shown) in the VDP 312 to access a VRAM (not shown) in the VDP 312 and generate display data.

  [Step D16] The control unit sets a random number seed. This is a process of setting a pseudo-random number generation sequence using, for example, a srand function. Here, the control unit may use a fixed value such as 0 (zero) as an argument given to the srand function, or use a value created based on the ID value of the CPU or the like so as to be different for each gaming machine. May be.

  [Step D17] The control unit initializes an area to be initialized in the RWM (for example, the RAM 322) of the effect control device 300 (for example, an effect flag area (a storage area used as various flags to be described later in control processing of the effect control apparatus 300)). Save the initial value at power-on in).

[Step D18] The control unit clears the WDT (watchdog timer).
[Step D19] The control unit executes an effect button input process. The effect button input process is a process for performing editing when the effect button 25 (effect button switch 25a) is operated when it is enabled. Since the effect button does not turn on and off at a high speed, the control unit may perform the process of sensing the input of the effect button in the effect button input process, or may execute the process in a short period timer interrupt (not shown). Good.

  [Step D20] The control unit executes a hall / player setting mode process. The hall / player setting mode process is a process of setting a changeable range of the brightness and volume of the LED and the display device 41, and accepting an operation by the player to change the brightness and volume of the LED and the display device 41 and the like.

  [Step D21] The control unit executes a random number update process. The random number update process is a process of updating a pseudo random number at least once every control cycle of the main process using a rand function, for example. Since the rand function generates a random number each time recalculation is performed, the control unit can obtain a random number only by executing the rand function. Note that a counter that increments by “1” like the main board (game control device 100) may be used as a random number.

  [Step D22] The control unit executes a received command check process. The received command check process is a process of analyzing a command received from the game control device 100 in a predetermined number unit.

  [Step D23] The control unit performs an effect display editing process. The effect display editing process is a process for setting various commands for instructing the VDP 312 to draw on the display device 41 and parameters thereof. For example, the control unit sets the commands in a table form in the effect display editing process.

  [Step D24] The control unit executes drawing command preparation end setting. The drawing command preparation end setting is processing for setting that preparation of all commands to the VDP 312 set in the effect display editing processing has been completed.

  [Step D25] The control unit determines whether or not it is a frame switching timing, and if it is a frame switching timing, proceeds to step D26, and if not a frame switching timing, waits for a frame switching timing. Here, the frame switching timing is a time corresponding to a processing cycle (for example, 1/30 second ≒ 33.333 ms) created based on the cycle (for example, 1/60 second) of the V blank interrupt (also referred to as V sink interrupt). It is the timing of arrival at the target interval. Note that the V blank interrupt is generated each time one scan of the entire screen for drawing by the VDP 312 is completed. The generation cycle of the V blank interrupt is, for example, 1/60 second as described above. In the case of this embodiment, when the same drawing is repeated twice and a V blank interrupt occurs twice, frame switching is performed, and the cycle of the frame switching timing is twice the cycle of the V blank interrupt (for example, 1/60 second). (For example, 1/30 seconds ≒ 33.33 ms). However, the present invention is not limited to this mode, and the frame switching timing can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, frame switching (image update) may be performed at a cycle of 1/30 second or more, or may be performed for less than 1/30 second. Frame switching may be performed periodically.

  By the determination processing of the frame switching timing, the subsequent processing (Steps D26 to D30 and the subsequent Steps D18 to D24) is executed at the frame switching timing in each of the processing cycles. It should be noted that the time management that needs to be synchronized with the effect contents is performed on a frame basis (ie, on the processing cycle basis). When the processing cycle is 1/30 second, for example, it becomes 100 ms in three frames. This is similar to the case where the main board (game control device) manages the time value in units of 4 ms of the timer interrupt cycle.

  [Step D26] The control unit instructs the VDP 312 to draw a screen according to the command set in step D23. For example, the control unit sequentially transmits commands set in a table form and instructs VDP 312 to draw a screen.

  [Step D27] The control unit executes a sound control process. The sound control process is a process related to volume control of sound from speakers (upper speaker 19a and lower speaker 19b).

[Step D28] The control unit executes decoration control processing. The decoration control process is a process for controlling various LEDs of the board decoration device 46, the frame decoration device 18, and the like.
[Step D29] The control unit executes a movable body control process. The movable body control process is a process of controlling a movable body including various motors and SOL (solenoid) (for example, the board effect device 44).

  [Step D30] The control unit executes a launch information control process. The launch information control process sets launch-related information based on the launch status flag, and renders in accordance with the special figure rotation state (the number of special figure changes per game for a predetermined amount of money (ie, a predetermined number of rented balls)). This is a process for performing the mode correction.

[Step D31] The control unit executes an information disclosure process. The information disclosure process is a process of disclosing performance information relating to game performance to a player.
After executing Step D31, the control unit returns to Step D18, and thereafter repeatedly executes the processing of Step D18 to Step D31. That is, Steps D18 to D31 constitute a loop process (may be referred to as a main loop process) that is repeatedly executed in the above processing cycle after the activation of the effect control device 300.

  Note that the control unit executes the processing of steps D27 to D29 in the main loop processing in order to match the effect of the screen, but the signals and data generated or set by these control processings (particularly, various LEDs and motors are controlled). The process of actually outputting the drive control signal to the port is performed in a short-period timer interrupt (not shown). However, when an IC specialized for controlling various devices is used, there may be a case where only a command is issued by serial communication or the like and a signal or the like is not output by a timer interrupt.

[Calculation and display of base]
Here, calculation and display of a base as gaming performance performed by the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. Here, the base is the payout rate in the normal gaming state. Here, the normal game state is a state that is neither a time reduction state nor a big hit game state (big hit state). More generally, the probability of a hit result in the special figure variable display game is a normal probability state (low probability). State). The payout rate is the number of payout balls per 100 out balls. Therefore, assuming that the number of out balls in the normal game state is Nout and the number of payout balls in the normal game state is Nsafe, the base B is calculated by the formula B = (Nsafe ÷ Nout) × 100. The number of out-balls is the number of balls that have been fired into the game area and entered the out-mouth or winning opening (for example, the number of balls counted based on the above-described out-ball detection switch signal). It may be called out. The number of payout balls is the number of prize balls paid out for winning, and may be referred to as the number of payouts, the number of safe balls, or simply safe.

  As described above with reference to FIG. 3, the game control device 100 of the gaming machine 10 is provided with the performance display device 135. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a performance display device as a base display means of the first embodiment and a storage area for the base. FIG. 13A shows a display unit of the performance display device 135, and FIG. 2) indicates a base storage area. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating a display example of the performance display device according to the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 13A, the performance display device 135 includes four-digit seven-segment LEDs arranged side by side, and a dot point (small circular light emission) is provided at the lower right of each of the seven-segment LEDs. Part) is provided. Regarding the display of the base, of the four-digit seven-segment LED, the two digits on the left are the identification segments for displaying the base measurement time (whether or not the measurement is in progress and the order of measurement), and the two digits on the right are Is a ratio segment displaying the base value. As shown in FIG. 14, "B" is actually displayed in the form of a small letter "b" on the 7-segment LED of the performance display device 135.

  The game control device 100 (specifically, the CPU 111A as a control unit) sets a storage area for the base as shown in FIG. 13 (2) in the RWM such as the RAM 111C, and calculates the base and displays the base. use. That is, the game control device 100 sets “the number of out-balls” that stores the accumulated value of the number of out-balls and “the number of payout balls” that stores the accumulated value of the number of paid-out balls as the base calculation storage area. Further, “base (BL)”, “base (B1)”, “base (B2)”, and “base (B3)” are set as base storage areas for storing the calculated values of the base.

  Here, “base (BL)” is an area for storing the base being measured, “base (B1)” is an area for storing the base measured one time before, and “base (B2)” is 2 This is an area for storing the base measured three times before, and “base (B3)” is an area for storing the base measured three times before. That is, this is an area for storing the oldest measured value (calculated value) of the base in the storage area in which “base (B3)” is set.

  The storage values of the base calculation storage area and the base storage area described above are backed up and stored when the power is turned off, and when the RAM is cleared (when the power is turned on by pressing the RAM initialization switch 112) except for an RWM abnormality. It is desirable to have a configuration in which the data is held without being cleared to zero even at (time).

  The game control device 100 uses the performance display device 135 except for the case where the setting content of the probability setting (any of the five stages) is displayed by the performance display device 135 in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode described above. Display the base. In the above-described first embodiment, the mode in which the setting content of the probability setting is displayed by the probability setting value display device 136 has been described. However, the performance setting device 135 may also function as a probability setting value display device by deleting the probability setting value display device 136. In such a case, the performance setting device 135 causes the performance display device 135 to display the setting contents. In the mode, the display of the base is performed by the performance display device 135 in other cases.

  The game control device 100 performs the calculation and display of the base as follows as an example. That is, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 first flashes all the segments (including the dot points) of the four-digit seven-segment LED of the performance display device 135 for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds).

  Thereafter, the game control device 100 displays the BL display state as shown in FIG. 14A, the B1 display state as shown in FIG. 14B, the B2 display state as shown in FIG. The operation of maintaining the B3 display state as shown in 4) for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) is repeatedly executed. That is, in a steady state after power-on, the BL display state is maintained for a predetermined time, the B1 display state is maintained for a predetermined time, the B2 display state is maintained for a predetermined time, the B3 display state is maintained for a predetermined time, The BL display state is maintained for a predetermined time, then the B1 display state is maintained for a predetermined time, and the four states are sequentially switched and repeated, such as.

  Here, in the BL display state, the game control device 100 displays “bL” (BL) indicating that the base measurement time is being measured (this time) on the identification segment, and displays the base storage area “base” on the ratio segment. (BL) "(or"---"). Further, in the B1 display state, the game control device 100 displays “b1” (B1) indicating that the base measurement time is one time before in the identification segment, and stores the base storage area “base (B1)” in the ratio segment. "(Or"---"). Further, in the B2 display state, the game control device 100 displays “b2” (B2) indicating that the base measurement time is two times before in the identification segment, and displays the base storage area “base (B2)” in the ratio segment. "(Or"---"). Also, in the B3 display state, the game control device 100 displays “b3” (B3) indicating that the base measurement time is three times before in the identification segment, and stores the base storage area “base (B3)” in the ratio segment. "(Or"---").

  On the other hand, for the calculation of the base, after starting, the game control apparatus 100 sets the base calculation storage area in the normal game state every time an out ball is detected (ie, every time an out ball detection switch signal is output). The stored value of the "number of out-balls" is increased by a value corresponding to the number of detected out-balls, and a payout of a prize ball based on the winning is generated each time there is a prize in a winning port of a game ball in a normal game state. Each time) corresponds to the number of balls to be paid out (or the number of prize balls actually paid out detected based on a signal from the payout control device 200). Increase by Further, the game control device 100 calculates the base B by the above-described formula each time the stored value of the “out ball number” or the “payout ball number” in the base calculation storage area changes, for example. Overwrite “base (BL)” in the base storage area as the latest value.

  Note that when the stored value of the “number of out balls” in the base calculation storage area reaches a predetermined measurement number (for example, 60000 pieces), the game control device 100 determines that one measurement is completed, and performs the following measurement The processing at the end is performed. In the processing at the end of the measurement, the value of the base storage area “base (B2)” at that time is overwritten on the base storage area “base (B3)”, and the base storage area “base (B1)” at that time is overwritten. Is overwritten on the base storage area “base (B2)”, the value of the base storage area “base (BL)” at that time is overwritten on the base storage area “base (B1)”, The stored values of “number of out balls” and “number of payout balls” in the base calculation storage area are cleared and reset to zero. Thus, the base value up to three times before and the base value currently being measured are always stored and held.

  Then, the game control device 100 sets the storage value of the base calculation storage area “out ball number” to a predetermined calculation start number (for example, the storage value of the base calculation storage area “out ball number” is zero) when the power is first turned on (for example, In the period A of less than 300 (predetermined number less than 300), in each display state, characters indicating the base measurement time such as “bL”, “b1”... ), "---" (State in which only the central horizontally long segment emits light) is displayed to notify that the measurement has not been performed.

  Next, when the storage value of the base calculation storage area “number of out balls” reaches a predetermined calculation start number (for example, a predetermined number less than 300), the game control device 100 changes the base calculation storage area and the base storage area. Initialize (clear to zero) and start the first measurement.

  In the period B from the start of the first measurement to the time when the stored value of the base calculation storage area “number of out-balls” reaches the measured number (for example, 60,000), the game control device 100 determines the identification segment in the BL display state. "BL" is displayed blinking or lit, and the value of the base storage area "base (BL)" is displayed in the ratio segment. In the period B, in other display states (B1 to B3 display states), characters indicating the base measurement time such as “b1” are blinkingly displayed in the identification seg, “−−−” is displayed in the ratio seg, Notify that it is not measured.

  Note that the display of “bL” in the identification segment in the BL display state flashes when the storage value of the base calculation storage area “number of out balls” is less than the measured number, and the base calculation storage area “out”. When the stored value of “the number of balls” reaches the measured number, the display is turned on. The blinking period of the blinking display in the identification segment or the ratio segment is, for example, 0.6 seconds, and for example, 0.3 seconds on and 0.3 seconds off. When the stored value of the “number of out balls” reaches the measured number (for example, 60000) and the period B ends, the above-described processing at the end of the measurement is performed, and the next second measurement is started.

  Thereafter, the game control device 100 calls a period C for performing the second measurement, a period D for performing the third measurement, a period E for performing the fourth measurement, in the same manner as the period B for performing the first measurement. Measurement is performed continuously. Then, after the end of the third measurement, since the calculated values of the past three bases are stored, in all of the display states B1 to B3, the base measurement time such as “b1” in the identification segment is set. The indicated characters are illuminated, and the value of the corresponding base storage area (any one of “base (B1)”, “base (B2)”, and “base (B3)”) is displayed in the ratio segment.

  14 (1) to (4) show an example of a specific display in each display state in the period D after the second measurement is completed. In this case, since there is no measurement result three times before, in FIG. 14 (4) which is a specific example of the B3 display state, the display of the ratio segment is “-−” (display indicating an unmeasured state).

  In FIG. 14A, which is a specific example of the BL display state, the display of the ratio segment is “58”, which indicates that the real-time base value currently being measured is 58. In FIG. 14 (2), which is a specific example of the B1 display state, the display of the ratio segment is “67”, and the base value with respect to the prescribed measurement number measured one time before is 67. It is shown that. Further, in FIG. 14 (3) which is a specific example of the B2 display state, the display of the ratio segment is “49”, and the base value with respect to the prescribed number of measurements measured two times before is 49. It is shown that. When the value of the base is 100 or more, the ratio segment is displayed as “9 9.” (a number 99 is displayed in the ratio segment and the dot point of the last digit is lit), so that the ratio segment is displayed. Notify that

  The value of the base is generally in the normal range, for example, in the range of about 25 to 35, and is abnormal even if it is smaller than this range or larger than this range. This abnormality is called base abnormality. The above-described display example of FIG. 14 shows, as an example, a state in which the measurement results of the base abnormality exceeding the normal range are continuous. If the measurement results are normal, the identification seg is set to a value within the normal range of about 25 to 35. Is displayed.

  The game control device 100 may, for example, measure the past three measured values of the base stored in the base storage area (“base (B1)”, “base (B2)”, “base (B3)”). If the display values of the ratio segments in the B3 display state are all out of the normal range and are abnormal, it is determined that a base abnormality has occurred, and a signal indicating that the base abnormality has occurred is sent to an external, for example, a game hall internal management device. (Hall computer).

  The signal (information) indicating the base abnormality is transmitted to the effect control device 300 as a command, for example, and the base abnormality is notified to the display area of the display device 41 under the control of the effect control device 300 receiving the signal. An image (for example, an error notification image) may be displayed. Further, since this base abnormality may occur when an illegal operation is performed, it is desirable to set a strong error.

  Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the measured values of the base are stored and displayed up to three times in the past, but the number of base storage areas is increased and stored and displayed up to four or more times in the past. The configuration may be as follows. In addition, although the base calculation storage area is set only for those being measured, storage areas for storing the number of out-balls and the number of payout-balls based on which past measurement values are calculated may be provided. Good.

  The display unit of the performance display device 135 may be provided on the front of the gaming machine so that a player or the like can visually recognize the display from the front. In this case, the position of the front surface of the gaming machine where the display unit of the performance display device 135 is provided may be a position inside the gaming board 30 (inside the gaming area 32 or outside the gaming area 32) or a position outside the gaming board 30 ( That is, the front of the frame).

[RAM initialization command and power failure recovery command]
Next, the RAM initialization command and the power failure recovery command that the game control device 100 notifies the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating an example of a RAM initialization command and a power failure recovery command according to the first embodiment.

  The game control device 100 transmits a command for initializing the RAM to the effect control device 300 in step S54 (see FIG. 9) of the main process, and in step S59 (see FIG. 9), outputs a command for restoration of the power failure to the effect control device 300. Send to

  (1) The RAM initialization command indicates a command that the game control device 100 transmits at the time of RAM initialization. First, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “model designation”) in the transmission order “1”. The command name “model designation” includes MODE “ACH” and any one of ACTION “10H” to ACTION “30H” according to the model. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command in the transmission order “2” (command name “special figure 1 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 1 hold number” includes MODE “A1H” and ACTION “01H” corresponding to no hold. Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “3” (command name “special figure 2 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 2 suspension number” includes MODE “A2H” and ACTION “01H” corresponding to no suspension. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command (command name “probability information”) in the transmission order “4”. The command name “probability information” includes MODE “A0H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “07H” corresponding to the initial state.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “setting value”) in the transmission order “5”. The command name “set value” includes MODE “AFH” and ACTION “01H” to “06H” corresponding to the set value. Note that ACTION “01H” to “06H” correspond to set values “1” to “6”.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “power on”) in the transmission order “6”. The command name “power on” includes MODE “AAH” and the corresponding ACTION “55H”.

Thereby, the game control device 100 can notify the effect control device 300 of information such as set values (range of 1 to 6) set at the time of RAM initialization.
(2) The power failure restoration command indicates a command that the game control device 100 transmits when the power failure is restored. First, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “model designation”) in the transmission order “1”. The command name “model designation” includes MODE “ACH” and any one of ACTION “10H” to ACTION “30H” according to the model. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command in the transmission order “2” (command name “special figure 1 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 1 hold number” includes MODE “A1H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to no hold to 4 hold numbers. Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “3” (command name “special figure 2 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 2 reserved number” includes MODE “A2H” and any of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to the reserved number 4 from no reserved. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command (command name “probability information”) in the transmission order “4”. The command with the command name “probability information” (hereinafter referred to as a probability information command) includes MODE “A0H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “07H” corresponding to various game states.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “setting value”) in the transmission order “5”. The command name “set value” includes MODE “AFH” and ACTION “01H” to “06H” corresponding to the set value. Note that ACTION “01H” to “06H” correspond to set values “1” to “6”.

  Next, as a command of the transmission order "6", the game control device 100 transmits a command of the transmission order "6-1" (command name "customer waiting demo") or a command of the transmission order "6-2" (command name "command name"). Power failure recovery ”). The command name “customer waiting demo” includes MODE “80H” and the corresponding ACTION “55H”. The command name “restoration of power failure” includes MODE “ABH” and the corresponding ACTION “55H”.

  Thereby, the game control device 100 can notify the effect control device 300 of the set value (range of 1 to 6) set at the time of restoration from the power failure and information such as the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations.

  Next, two display devices (display device 41 and LED display device 520) controlled by the effect control device 300 (effect control means) in the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a front view of a game board showing an arrangement of each display device of the first embodiment. FIG. 16 schematically illustrates the front side (front side) of the game board 30. As described above, the game area 32 surrounded by the guide rails 31 is formed on the surface of the game board 30, and a center case (game area) surrounding the display area of the display device 41 is provided near the center of the game area 32. A production component 40 is arranged, and an out port 30 a is provided at the bottom of the game area 32. A collective display device 50 controlled by the game control device 100 is provided outside the game area 32 on the game board 30.

  The display device 41 is configured by a device such as an LCD as described above, and is a first display unit that performs, under the control of the effect control device 300, a variable display of decorative special figure, which is identification information for effect, in a display area. , And is a main display device for effects that the player pays the most attention to. The display area of the display device 41 is provided in the center case 40 (substantially in the center of the game area 32) as described above.

  On the other hand, the LED display device 520, which is not shown in FIG. 2, is disposed on the front of the game board 30, for example, as shown in FIG. It corresponds to a second display means for performing a display for notifying the display execution state (a so-called fourth symbol display) and the like, and is a sub-display device for effect.

  The LED display device 520 is provided in the game area 32 (for example, outside the center case 40) on the front surface of the game board 30, and is provided at a position closer to the display area of the display device 41 than the collective display device 50. Note that the collective display device 50 is provided outside the game area 32, whereas the LED display device 520 is provided inside the game area 32. Thereby, the LED display device 520 is clearly different from the collective display device 50 which is a book special figure display unit that displays a so-called book special figure (a special figure that is not a decorative special figure for production) under the control of the game control device 100. Be distinguished.

  Further, the display device 41 is a decoration special figure display unit for displaying a decoration special figure for an effect for a player, and the LED display device 520 can be said to assist the display of the display device 41. This is a fourth symbol display means for displaying a symbol (information indicating a state of fluctuation of a special figure). The present embodiment also has a function of displaying information on the number of holdings (information on starting storage) on the LED display device 520 as the fourth symbol display means.

  The LED display device 520 corresponds to the board decoration device 46 that is driven and controlled by the board decoration LED control circuit 332 in the configuration related to the effect control device shown in FIG. One of the display devices (display unit).

  The LED display device 520 is always visible from the front side even when the movable part of the accessory moves, so that the display of the LED display device 520 (such as the display as the fourth symbol) is always visible to the player. It is arranged at a position (for example, a position where the front surface is not covered by other elements on the game board or movable parts of the accessory).

  From the viewpoint of reducing the moving distance of the line of sight from the display device 41, it is desirable that the LED display device 520 be disposed at a position closer to the display area of the display device 41. For example, as shown in FIG. It may be disposed on the front of the forty. This makes it easier for the player to see both the display on the display device 41 and the display on the LED display device 520. The LED display device 520 is preferably located at a position where a game ball flowing down in the game area 32 does not flow on the front side of the display surface of the LED display device 520, that is, the display of the LED display device 520 is temporarily performed by the game ball. It is desirable to dispose it in a position where it is not obstructed. As a result, the display of the LED display device 520 (such as the display as the fourth symbol) can always be easily recognized by the player.

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment has the LED display device 520 (second display means) arranged at a different position separately from the display device 41 (first display means) as a fourth symbol. Display, etc. For this reason, regardless of the display state of the display device 41 or the operation state of the movable portion of the accessory having a movable range covering the display area of the display device 41, the display as the fourth symbol by the LED display device 520 is always reliably performed. It can be shown to observers (such as players).

  In a conventional gaming machine, the display as the fourth symbol may be performed in a part of the display area of the main display device 41 (a part of the display screen). In this case, the display of the display device 41 is performed. It is necessary to control the display of the fourth symbol preferentially with respect to other images displayed in the area, and to move the movable part of the accessory in front of the display area where the fourth symbol is displayed. There was a problem that can not be. However, since the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment performs display as the fourth symbol by the LED display device 520 disposed at a different position from the display device 41, this problem is solved. It is not necessary to perform the display of the fourth symbol in the above, the degree of freedom of the display on the display device 41 is improved, and effects such as temporarily shielding the entire display area of the display device 41 with the movable part of the accessory are also provided. It becomes possible.

  Next, the configuration of the LED display device 520 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating an example of the LED display device (second display unit) of the first embodiment. FIG. 17 shows a display surface of the LED display device 520 exposed on the front surface of the game board 30 and arranged as desired on the front surface side. The LED display device 520 of this specific example includes six LEDs from LED_d21 to LED_d26. The LED display device 520 performs various state displays (various information notifications) according to the lighting modes of the LED_d21 to the LED_d26.

  The LED display device 520 distributes various status display functions from LED_d21 to LED_d26, and thereby displays the special figure 1 change display unit 521 (the second change display unit of the special figure 1) and the special figure 2 change display unit 522 (the special figure 2). , A special figure 1 hold display section 523 (second start storage display section of special figure 1), and a special figure 2 hold display section 524 (second start storage display section of special figure 2). Is provided.

  Here, the special figure 1 change display unit 521 displays the state of the symbol change in the special figure 1 game (meaning the change display game of the special figure 1; the same applies hereinafter) according to the operation mode of one LED of the LED_d21. . The special figure 2 change display unit 522 displays the state of the symbol change in the special figure 2 game (meaning the change display game of the special figure 2; the same applies hereinafter) by the operation mode of one LED of the LED_d22. The special figure 1 suspension display unit 523 displays the number of suspensions in the special figure 1 game (the start storage of the special figure 1 in which the variable display game of the special figure 1 has not been executed and remains, according to the operation mode of the two LEDs LED_d23 and LED_d24). (Sometimes referred to as the number of reserved storages or the number of startup storages in Toku-zu). The special figure 2 suspension display unit 524 displays the number of suspensions in the special figure 2 game (starting storage of the special figure 2 in which the variable display game of the special figure 2 is not executed and remains, according to the operation mode of the two LEDs LED_d25 and LED_d26). (Sometimes referred to as the number of reserved storages or the number of start storages in Tokujin Figure 2).

  Note that the portion that displays the special figure change in the display area of the display device 41 is the first change display portion, whereas the special figure 1 change display portion 521 and the special figure 2 change display portion 522 in the LED display device 520 are different. It is a second fluctuation display section. Further, the portion for performing the hold display in the display area of the display device 41 is the first start storage display portion, whereas the special figure 1 hold display section 523 and the special figure 2 hold display section 524 in the LED display device 520 are the first start storage display section. 2 is a start storage display unit.

  Next, the operation of the second variable display section of the LED display device 520 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 18 is a diagram illustrating an example of operation modes of the special figure 1 change display unit and the special figure 2 change display unit (second change display unit) and the notification information according to the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 18 (1), the special figure 1 change display unit 521 loses the change display game of the special figure 1 due to an operation mode in which the LED_d21 is turned off (shown in black in FIG. This indicates that the game is stopped, and that the LED_d21 is flashing in an operation mode in which the LED_d21 is blinking (shown in gray in the figure; the same applies hereinafter), indicating that the variable display game of the special figure 1 is being displayed in a variable manner. The operation mode (shown in white in the figure; the same applies hereinafter) indicates that the variable display game of Tokuju 1 is hit and stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 18 (2), the special figure 2 change display unit 522 indicates that the change display game of the special figure 2 is stopped due to a loss due to the operation mode in which the LED_d22 is turned off, and the LED_d22 blinks. The operation mode indicates that the variable display game of the special figure 2 is in the variable display mode, and the operation mode in which the LED_d22 is lit indicates that the variable display game of the special figure 2 is in the stop state.

  Next, the operation of the second start storage display unit of the LED display device 520 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a diagram illustrating an example of operation modes of the special figure 1 hold display unit and the special figure 2 hold display unit (second start storage display unit) and the notification information according to the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 19A, the special figure 1 hold display unit 523 indicates that the hold number of the special figure 1 is “0” due to an operation mode in which both the LED_d23 and the LED_d24 are turned off. The operation mode in which one of the LED_d24 is turned on and the other is turned off indicates that the reserved number of the special figure 1 is “1”, and the operation mode in which both the LED_d23 and the LED_d24 are turned on indicates that the special figure 1 is reserved. The number is “2”, and one of LED_d23 and LED_d24 is blinking and the other is lit, indicating that the reserved number of special figure 1 is “3”, and both LED_d23 and LED_d24 Indicates that the number of reservations in the special figure 1 is “4”.

  As shown in FIG. 19 (2), the special figure 2 reservation display unit 524 indicates that the number of reservations in the special figure 2 is “0” due to the operation mode in which both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 are turned off. The operation mode in which one of the LED_d26 is turned on and the other is turned off indicates that the reserved number of the special figure 2 is “1”, and the operation mode in which both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 are turned on indicates that the reserved state of the special figure 2 is held. The number is “2”, and one of the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 is blinking and the other is lit, indicating that the reserved number of the special figure 2 is “3”, and both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 are indicated. Indicates that the reserved number of the special figure 2 is “4”.

  Next, a display executed by the effect control device 300 during the game of the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 20 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen during a game on the first display means of the first embodiment. FIG. 21 is a diagram showing a display example during a game on the second display means of the first embodiment. Here, the display screen is a screen composed of one or a plurality of images displayed in the display area of the display device 41, and in principle, different symbols are assigned to different display contents. Also, as described above, in the present embodiment, the first display means is the display device 41, and the second display means is the LED display device 520.

  The display screen 500 shown in FIG. 20 (1) is a display screen in which the symbol is stopped, and after the variable display in the variable display game is completed (before the next variable display game starts), a symbol which is a result mode of the variable display game is predetermined. The display is stopped for a period. The display screen 500 displays a large symbol group 501, a small symbol group 502, a special figure 1 reserved number display 503, a special figure 2 reserved number display 504, a reserved display 505, and a reserved digest display 506.

  The large symbol group 501 is in charge of a game effect for the purpose of enhancing interest. Therefore, the large symbol group 501 is displayed large with a variable display area set substantially at the center of the display device 41. The large symbol group 501 includes a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol.

  On the display screen 500, the left symbol indicates that the symbol is stopped at "3", the middle symbol indicates that the symbol is stopped at "5", and the right symbol indicates that the symbol is "7". Indicates that it is stopped. That is, on the display screen 500, the large symbol group 501 indicates that the special figure variable display game is stopped (symbol stopped).

  The small symbol group 502 is in charge of notification of the variable display state for the purpose of improving the ease of grasping the gaming state of the player. Therefore, the small symbol group 502 is displayed small on the periphery of the display device 41 so as to ensure the visibility without disturbing the display effect by the large symbol group 501. The small symbol group 502 includes a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol. On the display screen 500, the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol constituting the small symbol group 502 all indicate that the corresponding special figure variable display game is stopped.

  In general, the large symbol group 501 is displayed larger than the small symbol group 502, has a higher degree of freedom in the display position, and the display mode can be largely changed. Conversely, the small symbol group 502 is displayed smaller than the large symbol group 501, and has a lower degree of freedom in display position (for example, fixed position).

  The special figure 1 reserved number display 503 displays the reserved number of special figure 1 games. On the display screen 500, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 indicates that the reserved figure number of the special figure 1 game is “4”. The special figure 2 reserved number display 504 displays the reserved number of special figure 2 games. On the display screen 500, the special figure 2 reserved number display 504 indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game is “0”. The number of held storages displayed by the hold display 505 corresponds to the sum of the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 1 held number display 503 and the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 2 held number display 504.

  For example, as shown in the display screen 500, when the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 displays “4” and the special figure 2 reserved number display 504 displays “0”, the reserved display 505 includes four reserved storage displays. Indicates that the number of reserved storages is “4”.

  The hold display 505 can clearly indicate the number of storages of the special figure change display game by the display mode (the hold storage display displayed on the hold display 505), and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each hold storage.

  The reserved digest display 506 can indicate whether or not the special figure variable display game is in the variable display state, and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result by the display mode. On the display screen 500, the reserved digest display 506 blanks out the frame to indicate that the special figure change display game is stopped. Thereafter, the gaming machine 10 starts the variable display.

  The display screen 510 shown in FIG. 20 (2) is a display screen after the start of the variable display. The display screen 510 is a screen subsequent to the display screen 500, and is a screen during variable display (during three symbol fluctuation). On the display screen 510, the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol of the large symbol group 501 are changing, indicating that the special figure change display game is changing. Further, on the display screen 510, the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol of the small symbol group 502 are changing, indicating that the special figure change display game is changing.

  On the display screen 510, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game is “3”, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 504 indicates that the reserved figure number of the special figure 2 game is “3”. The hold display 505 indicates “0” and the hold storage number of the special figure change display game is “3”. Further, on the display screen 510, the hold digest display 506 displays a hold storage display being digested, indicating that the special figure change display game is in the change display.

  In the above-described display screen 500 and display screen 510 displayed in the display area of the display device 41, the parts for displaying the special figure change (the large symbol group 501, the small symbol group 502, and the reserved digest display 506) are the first change. The portions that perform the hold display (display of the number of holds) (the special figure 1 hold number display 503, the special figure 2 hold number display 504, and the hold display 505) correspond to the display unit, and correspond to the first start storage display unit.

  Next, the display example of the LED display device 520 shown in FIG. 21A is performed, for example, while the display screen 500 shown in FIG. In this display example, the LED display device 520 informs that the LED_d21 of the special figure 1 change display section 521 is turned off and the change display game of the special figure 1 is stopped due to a loss, and the change of the special figure 2 change display section 522 is performed. The LED_d22 is turned off to notify that the variable display game of the special figure 2 is stopped due to a loss, and both the LED_d23 and the LED_d24 of the special figure 1 reservation display section 523 blink, and the number of reservations of the special figure 1 (special figure) The fact that the number of reserved games in one game is "4" is notified, and both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 of the special figure 2 reservation display section 524 are turned off, and the reserved number of the special figure 2 (the number of reserved memories of the special figure 2 game) ) Is “0”.

  Next, the display example of the LED display device 520 shown in FIG. 21B is performed while the display screen 510 shown in FIG. In this display example, the LED display device 520 causes the LED_d21 of the special figure 1 change display section 521 to blink to notify that the change display game of the special figure 1 is changing, and the LED_d22 of the special figure 2 change display section 522 sets It turns off and informs that the variable display game of Toku-zu 2 is stopped due to a loss, and one of LED_d23 and LED_d24 of Toku-zu 1 reservation display section 523 blinks, and the other lights up, and the to-be-held number of Toku-zu 1 ( The fact that the number of reserved figures in the special figure 1 game is “3” is notified, and both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 in the special figure 2 reservation display section 524 are turned off, and the reserved number of the special figure 2 (special figure 2 game reservation) (The number of storages) is “0”.

  Next, the display executed by the effect control device 300 when the power failure of the gaming machine 10 is restored will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display executed by the effect control device of the first embodiment when a power outage is restored.

  As described in step S59 of the main process of the game control device 100, the plurality of commands shown in FIG. 15 (2) are transmitted to the effect control device 300 by the process of step S59 when the power failure is restored.

  The plurality of commands include a command of the transmission order “2” (special figure 1 reserved number command) and a command of notifying the remaining number (reserved number) of the start memory as the execution right of the variable display game. Commands of order “3” (special figure 2 pending number command) are included.

  Among the plurality of commands, a command in the transmission order “6-1” (hereinafter referred to as a customer waiting demo screen command) and a command in the transmission order “6-2” (hereinafter referred to as a power failure recovery screen command) are: This corresponds to the screen designation command described above. Then, when the control state of the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game at the time of the power outage are both in the normal processing (in the state of none of the changing, the big hit, and the small hit) A customer waiting demo screen command for instructing the display of the customer waiting demo screen is transmitted. Otherwise, a power failure restoration screen command for instructing the display of the power restoration screen (screen displayed when the power is restored) is transmitted. .

  For this reason, when a power failure occurs during a game (such as during a special figure change), the power failure recovery screen command is transmitted as a screen designation command instead of a customer waiting demonstration screen command. Thereby, the effect control device 300 receives each command (especially a power failure recovery screen command) transmitted at the time of power recovery, and displays, for example, the display screen 530 shown in FIG.

  The display screen 530 shown in FIG. 22 (1) is a power failure recovery screen displayed when a power failure occurs during a game and the game is recovered, and includes a power failure recovery display 531 in the display contents. The power failure recovery display 531 displays an image (information indicating that the power failure is being recovered) including the characters “during power failure recovery”. The power failure restoration display 531 informs a player or the like that restoration from the power failure is being performed.

  The display screen 530 is different from the above-described display screen during a game that is not performed at the time of restoration from a power failure (for example, the display screen 500 or the like), and is a display related to a variable display game such as a large symbol group 501 or a small symbol group 502 or a special figure. The display of the number of reservations (the number of start storages) such as the 1-number-of-reserve display 503 and the special figure 2-reserve number display 504 is not included. In other words, at the time of restoration from a power failure, the effect control device 300 causes the first variation display unit of the display device 41 to display predetermined information regarding the restoration of the power failure instead of displaying the variable display game, and replaces the display of the startup memory with the power failure. The predetermined information relating to the restoration is displayed on the first start storage display section of the display device 41. The predetermined information includes at least information notifying that the power failure is being restored.

  Further, the effect control device 300 performs the display shown in FIG. 22 (1) on the display device 41, and receives each command (especially the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command) transmitted at the time of restoration from the power failure. Then, for example, the display shown in FIG.

  The display example of the LED display device 520 shown in FIG. 22 (2) shows a case where a power failure occurs when the number of reservations in the special figure 1 is “3” and the number of reservations in the special figure 2 is “0”, and thereafter the power supply is restored. The power failure recovery screen (for example, the display screen 530 shown in FIG. 22A) is displayed at the same time as the display. In this display example, the LED display device 520 sets the LED_d21 of the special figure 1 change display unit 521 to a predetermined mode (for example, turned off), and sets the LED_d22 of the special figure 2 change display unit 522 to a predetermined mode ( For example, one of LED_d23 and LED_d24 of special figure 1 reservation display section 523 blinks and the other lights up to notify that the number of reservations of special figure 1 is “3”, and special figure 2 reservation display section Both the LED_d25 and the LED_d26 524 are turned off, and the fact that the reserved number of the special drawing 2 is “0” is notified.

  In other words, at the time of restoration from the power failure, the effect control device 300 causes the second variation display unit of the LED display device 520 to display a predetermined mode (for example, an unlit state) instead of the variation display game, and stores the start memory in the second startup of the LED display device 520. It is displayed on the storage display unit. Thus, it is possible to provide information with rich contents when the power is restored. Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, in addition to the information indicating that the power outage is being restored, information indicating the number of reservations in Toku-zu 1 and Toku-zu 2, which is information indicating the presence or absence and the number of remaining startup memories, is issued. It is. For this reason, even though a large number of execution rights remain (that is, the number of suspensions is, for example, the upper limit value “4” or a value close to the upper limit value “4”), the player inserts the game medium (launches the game ball). Operation) is not immediately restarted, and is not disadvantageous to the player.

  Next, the configuration of the display layer of the display device 41 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a display layer in the first display unit of the first embodiment. The display layer is a control process that roughly classifies the relative anteroposterior relationship between images, such as whether the image is preferentially displayed as being on the near side or conversely, is displayed as being on the back side. This is the upper layer (layer). For example, if two images with different display positions are placed and drawn on different display layers, the image placed on the lower lower priority display layer is placed on the nearer higher priority display layer. If the transparency of the image on the front side is zero, the image on the rear side is completely invisible to the observer of the display device 41 even if the image on the rear side is drawn on the control if the transparency of the image on the front side is zero. .

  In the case of the present embodiment, as the display layers, for example, as shown in FIG. 23, a display layer L1 for arranging an image of a power failure recovery screen and an image of an error notification are arranged in this order from the near side (the side with the highest priority). Display layer L2, a display layer L3 for placing a large reserved image, a display layer L4 for placing a small design or small reserved image, a display layer L5 for placing a character image, and a display layer L6 for placing a large design image. , A display layer L7 for arranging a background image, and a display layer L8 for arranging a movie image. In FIG. 23, characters such as “power failure recovery screen” and “error notification” are explanations of each display layer and are not displayed.

  In this manner, by arranging the image of the power failure restoration screen on the foreground display layer L1, the image of the power failure restoration screen (the image of the power failure restoration display 531 can be reliably displayed regardless of the drawing state of the other display layers). Including) to the observer. For example, while the power failure recovery screen is displayed at the time of power failure recovery, drawing on the other display layer on the back (back side) is started (starting from the state immediately before the power failure occurred) and after the power failure recovery (after the power failure recovery screen is displayed) The power failure restoration display 531 can be surely shown to the player and information indicating that the power failure is being restored can be made surely while preparing for the prompt display. Even if drawing is started on another display layer on the back side, if the image of the power failure recovery screen is large enough to cover the entire display area of the display device 41 and the transparency is zero, the other display layer on the back side ( The images arranged on the display layers L2 to L8) are not visible.

  Note that the size of the image of the power failure recovery screen is set to a size that does not cover the entire display area of the display device 41, and the back side of a part of the display area of the display device 41 during power failure recovery (that is, while the power failure recovery screen is being displayed). The image of another display layer may be shown. Also, by setting the transparency (transparency) of the image of the power failure restoration screen to be larger than zero, the image of the other display layer on the back side may be seen through during the restoration of the power failure. Thereby, it is possible to strongly inform the player that the gaming machine 10 has recovered from the power failure and is preparing to display a normal game display screen (a display screen other than the power failure recovery screen).

  During the display of the power failure restoration screen, only the image of the power failure restoration screen (for example, the image including the above-described power failure restoration display 531) is simply arranged and drawn on a predetermined display layer. A configuration in which no image is drawn may be used.

  Next, the startup sequence of each display device when the power of the gaming machine 10 is turned on will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a timing chart showing an example of the order of starting the respective devices when the power is turned on in the first embodiment.

  Assuming that the timing when the power of the gaming machine 10 rises from the off state to the on state due to the restoration of the power failure (including the normal power on) is the timing T1, the control of the collective display device 50 is started at the timing T2 which is delayed by a predetermined time from the timing T1. Then, the collective display device 50 is activated (that is, the collective display device 50 starts displaying), and the control of the performance display device 135 is started at a timing T3 which is later than the timing T2 by a predetermined time, and the performance display device 135 is activated. (That is, the performance display device 135 starts displaying). For example, the game microcomputer 111, which is a control unit of the game control device 100, outputs the data output from the third output port 134c or the fourth output port 134d in the output process of step S76 at the time of startup. This is realized by starting first and then starting data output from the first output port 134a after a predetermined time.

  Then, for example, at the timing T4 which is later than the timing T3, a command at the time of starting the game control device 100 (the above-mentioned RAM initialization command or power failure recovery command) is transmitted from the game control device 100, and in response to this command, the effect control is performed. The device 300 activates the display device 41 (first display means) and the LED display device 520 (second display means) at a timing T5 which is later than the timing T4, and starts display by these display devices. In this activation order, for example, at the time of activation, the gaming microcomputer 111 transmits a command via the Schmitt buffer 132 after the start of data output from the first output port 134a in the output processing of step S76. It is realized by starting.

  The command at the time of startup (the above-mentioned RAM initialization command or the power failure restoration command) is set to be transmitted in the above-described step S54 or S59, but the actual transmission timing is determined by, for example, step S54 or S59. The configuration may be determined by the processing in the output processing in step S76 after receiving the setting.

  However, the timing T5 is later than the timing T3, but the timing T4 does not necessarily need to be later than the timing T3. Even if the timing T4 at which the command at the time of activation is transmitted from the game control device 100 is the same or earlier than the timing T2 or T3 which is the activation timing of the collective display device 50 or the like, the transmission / reception of this command is performed. Thus, the timing T5 may be delayed from the timing T3 by the time (the time from the timing T4 to the timing T5) until the display device 41 or the like starts displaying by the effect control device 300. Therefore, when the time from the timing T4 to the timing T5 is sufficiently long, a command at the time of starting may be transmitted immediately by the serial communication function of the game microcomputer 111, for example, at the time of executing the processing of the above-described step S54 or S59. .

  Further, the timing at which the display device 41 (first display means) starts display and the timing at which the LED display device 520 (second display means) starts display may be different (one of them is earlier). May be). For example, if the timing at which the LED display device 520 starts displaying is earlier, for example, when the power outage is restored, the player can be notified of the information on the number of hold times earlier.

  In any case, in the present embodiment, when the gaming machine 10 is started, the display devices are the collective display device 50, then the performance display device 135, and then the display device controlled by the production control device 300 (at least the LED display device 520, or further display). The display is started in the order of the devices 41). As a result, the display for the player (display by the LED display device 520 or the display device 41) is delayed, and the display not for the player (display for a store clerk of a game store) is performed earlier. Information such as abnormalities can be promptly notified to a store clerk at the time of startup.

  When the power failure is restored, there are cases where other elements on the game board and movable parts of the accessory perform an initialization operation. However, the LED display device 520 displays the movable elements of other elements and the accessory on these game boards. Since the player is placed at a position where the visibility is not hindered by, for example, the player can be notified of the information on the number of holds in any game state, including when the power is restored.

  Next, another example of the power failure recovery screen will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a diagram illustrating another example of the display screen at the time of restoration from power failure according to the first embodiment. For example, instead of the display screen 530 shown in FIG. 22A, the display screen 533 shown in FIG. 25A, the display screen 536 shown in FIG. 25B, or the display screen shown in FIG. 539 may be displayed.

  The display screen 533 shown in FIG. 25A is a power outage recovery screen, and includes a re-scheduling prompting display 534 in addition to the power outage recovery display 531 described above. The re-scheduling display 534 displays an image (information for urging the player to restart the game) including the text “Please restart the game”.

  The display screen 536 shown in FIG. 25 (2) is a power failure recovery screen, and includes a maker name display 537 in addition to the power failure recovery display 531 described above. The maker name display 537 displays an image including characters indicating a maker name (company name). It should be noted that instead of or in addition to the maker name display 537, a maker logo display (for example, an image of a maker logo (company logo) including a mascot character of a company or the like) is displayed. Good.

  The display screen 539 shown in FIG. 25 (3) is a power failure recovery screen, and includes a warning display 540 and a character display 541 in addition to the power failure recovery display 531 described above. The alerting display 540 displays an image including an alerting letter of “Let's be careful about indentation”. The character display 541 displays an image of a tiger-like character. Note that, instead of, or in addition to, the alerting display 540, an image (second alerting display) including an alerting character of “Be careful not to take out the card” may be displayed.

  Any one of these display screens as the power failure recovery screen may be set and displayed in advance, or one of them may be selected and displayed by the processing of the effect control device 300. Further, by the processing of the effect control device 300, a plurality of different display screens set in advance (or a plurality of different display screens selected from a large number of set display screens) may be sequentially switched and displayed as the power failure recovery screen. For example, first, display screen 530 shown in FIG. 22 (1) is displayed for a predetermined time, then display screen 533 shown in FIG. 25 (1) is displayed for a predetermined time, and then shown in FIG. 25 (2) for a predetermined time. The display screen 536 may be displayed, and then the display screen 539 shown in FIG. 25 (3) may be displayed for a predetermined period of time. In this case, different character information is sequentially displayed, and the player can easily grasp the display contents.

[Modification 1 of First Embodiment]
Next, Modified Example 1 of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating an example of a command at the time of RAM initialization and a command at the time of power failure recovery according to the first modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 27 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display screen at the time of restoration from a power failure according to the first modification of the first embodiment.

  (1) The RAM initialization command indicates a command that the game control device 100 transmits at the time of RAM initialization. First, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “model designation”) in the transmission order “1”. The command name “model designation” includes MODE “ACH” and any one of ACTION “10H” to ACTION “30H” according to the model. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command in the transmission order “2” (command name “special figure 1 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 1 hold number” includes MODE “A1H” and ACTION “01H” corresponding to no hold. Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “3” (command name “special figure 2 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 2 suspension number” includes MODE “A2H” and ACTION “01H” corresponding to no suspension. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command (command name “probability information”) in the transmission order “4”. The command name “probability information” includes MODE “A0H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “07H” corresponding to the initial state.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “setting value”) in the transmission order “5”. The command name “set value” includes MODE “AFH” and ACTION “01H” to “06H” corresponding to the set value. Note that ACTION “01H” to “06H” correspond to set values “1” to “6”.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command of the transmission order “6” (command name “strike”). The command name “stroke” includes MODE “D3H” and ACTION “01H” corresponding to the initial state (left-handed).

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “7” (command name “power on”). The command name “power on” includes MODE “AAH” and the corresponding ACTION “55H”.

Thereby, the game control device 100 can notify the effect control device 300 of information such as a set value (range from 1 to 6) set at the time of initializing the RAM and “how to hit”.
(2) The power failure restoration command indicates a command that the game control device 100 transmits when the power failure is restored. First, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “model designation”) in the transmission order “1”. The command name “model designation” includes MODE “ACH” and any one of ACTION “10H” to ACTION “30H” according to the model. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command in the transmission order “2” (command name “special figure 1 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 1 hold number” includes MODE “A1H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to no hold to 4 hold numbers. Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “3” (command name “special figure 2 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 2 reserved number” includes MODE “A2H” and any of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to the reserved number 4 from no reserved. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command (command name “probability information”) in the transmission order “4”. The command name “probability information” includes MODE “A0H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “07H” corresponding to various game states.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “setting value”) in the transmission order “5”. The command name “set value” includes MODE “AFH” and ACTION “01H” to “06H” corresponding to the set value. Note that ACTION “01H” to “06H” correspond to set values “1” to “6”.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command of the transmission order “6” (command name “strike”). The command name “how to hit” includes MODE “D3H” and ACTION “01H” or “F1H” corresponding to the gaming state at the time of power failure. Here, ACTION “01H” indicates a left-hand drive, and ACTION “F1H” indicates a right-hand drive. For the benefit of the player, the left-handed driving of the game ball on the left side of the gaming area 32 and the right-handed driving of the gaming ball on the right side of the gaming area 32 should be performed by selecting one according to the game state. It is. For this reason, if the gaming state at the time of the power failure is a state in which left-handing should be performed, the game control device 100 sets the data of the ACTION of the command in the transmission order “6” (hereinafter referred to as “hitting command”) to “01H”, If the gaming state at the time of the power failure is a state in which a right strike is to be performed, the data of the ACTION of the command in the transmission order “6” is set to “F1H”.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “7” (command name “power failure recovery”). The command with the command name “power failure restoration” (power failure restoration screen command) includes MODE “ABH” and the corresponding ACTION “55H”.

  Thereby, the game control device 100 displays the setting values (range of 1 to 6) set at the time of restoration from the power failure, the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations, and how to play the game. Can be notified.

  Then, upon receiving each command (especially a power failure recovery screen command or a hitting command) transmitted at the time of power failure recovery, the effect control device 300 changes the display screen 543 including the hitting display shown in FIG. It is displayed on the display device 41 as a screen.

  The display screen 543 shown in FIG. 27A is a power failure recovery screen when the power is restored in a state where the power should be right-handed, and displays a right-handed display 544 in addition to the above-described power failure recovery display 531 and the re-scheduling prompting display 534. Include in content. The right-handed display 544 is a right-handed display in the case of right-handed, and displays an image (information for recommending right-handed) including the characters “right-handed” and a right-pointing arrow. The right-handed display 544 informs the player or the like that the player is in a right-handed state.

  Note that, for example, instead of the display screen 543, a display screen 546 shown in FIG. The display screen 546 is a power failure recovery screen, and includes a right-handed display 547 in addition to the above-described power failure recovery display 531 and the re-scheduling prompting display 534. The right-handed display 547 displays an image (information for recommending right-handed) including a pictogram (a type of visual symbol and also called a pictogram) indicating “right-handed”. The right-handed display 547 informs the player or the like that the player is in a right-handed state.

  When the power is restored in a state where left-handing should be performed, a left-handed display (information on how to hit left) is displayed instead of the right-handed display 544 or the like to display information recommending left-handed. The indication of the hitting method is left-handed display if the ACTION data of the received hitting command (MODE “D3H” command) is “01H”, and the ACTION of the received hitting command (MODE “D3H” command) is displayed. If the data is "F1H", the display is right-handed.

  According to the first modification, in addition to the information indicating that the power outage is being restored and the remaining start-up memory information displayed on the LED display device 520, information on how to strike is displayed on the display device 41 when the power outage is restored. . That is, more detailed information notification can be realized at the time of restoration from power failure. For this reason, when the power is restored, the player cannot grasp the state of hitting (whether it should be left-handed or right-handed), and for example, it may be left-handed even though it is right-handed. And the player becomes more advantageous.

  In the first modified example, there is no customer waiting demonstration screen command as a screen designation command in the power failure restoration time command, and only a power failure restoration screen command (the above-described transmission order “7” command) is set. In other words, even when a normal power-on operation after a normal power-off operation that is not a power failure (except for a power-on operation involving the operation of the RAM initialization switch) is performed, a power failure (power Regardless of the gaming state (before the interruption), a power failure recovery time command including a power failure recovery screen command for instructing display of a power failure recovery screen is always transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300.

  The effect control device 300 that has received the power failure restoration time command first displays a power failure restoration screen as illustrated in FIG. 27 in accordance with the command of the power failure restoration screen command included in the power failure restoration time command even when the game is not being played. A command for instructing a customer waiting demo that is displayed on the device 41 and then transmitted when the game is not being played (not as a command at the time of power failure recovery, but all the held numbers become zero and the variable display game ends and the big hit state etc. If it is not, a customer waiting demo command transmitted from the game control device 100) may be received and the display may be switched to a customer waiting demonstration screen.

  However, based on the information indicated by the ACTION data of other commands (special figure 1 hold number command, special figure 2 hold number command, probability information command, etc.) included in the received power failure restoration command, the effect control device 300 If it can be determined that the customer waiting demo screen should be displayed (ie, the player is not playing), the customer waiting demo screen is displayed from the beginning without displaying the power failure recovery screen It may be.

[Modification 2 of First Embodiment]
Next, a second modification of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 28 is a diagram illustrating an example of a power failure restoration time command according to the second modification of the first embodiment. FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display screen at the time of restoration from a power failure in Modification 2 of the first embodiment.

  The following command is transmitted as the power failure restoration command of the second modification. First, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “model designation”) in the transmission order “1”. The command name “model designation” includes MODE “ACH” and any one of ACTION “10H” to ACTION “30H” according to the model. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command in the transmission order “2” (command name “special figure 1 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 1 hold number” includes MODE “A1H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to no hold to 4 hold numbers. Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command in the transmission order “3” (command name “special figure 2 suspension number”). The command name “special figure 2 reserved number” includes MODE “A2H” and any of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “05H” corresponding to the reserved number 4 from no reserved. Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command (command name “probability information”) in the transmission order “4”. The command name “probability information” includes MODE “A0H” and any one of ACTION “01H” to ACTION “07H” corresponding to various game states.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “setting value”) in the transmission order “5”. The command name “set value” includes MODE “AFH” and ACTION “01H” to “06H” corresponding to the set value. Note that ACTION “01H” to “06H” correspond to set values “1” to “6”.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits a command (command name “changing”) in the transmission order “6”. The command of the command name “changing” (hereinafter, referred to as a changing state command) includes MODE “D3H” and ACTION “01H” or “F1H” corresponding to the gaming state at the time of power failure. Here, ACTION "01H" indicates that the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 is stopped, and ACTION "F1H" indicates that the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 is changing.

  Next, the game control device 100 transmits the command of the transmission order “7-1” (command name “power failure recovery (default)”) or the command of the transmission order “7-2” (command Sends one of the commands corresponding to the name "power failure recovery (right-handed)"). The command name “power failure recovery (default)” includes MODE “ABH” and the corresponding ACTION “01H”. The command name “power failure restoration (right-handed)” includes MODE “ABH” and the corresponding ACTION “F1H”.

  Note that if the gaming state at the time of power failure is a state in which left-handing should be performed, the game control device 100 transmits a command with a command name of “power failure recovery (default)” as the command in the transmission order “7”, If the state is a right-handed state, a command with the command name “power failure recovery (right-handed)” is transmitted as the command in the transmission order “7”.

  Thereby, the game control device 100 can notify the effect control device 300 of information such as whether or not the game is fluctuating and information such as how to hit, in addition to information such as the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations. For example, by increasing the type of ACTION data of the command of the transmission order "6", the command of the transmission order "6" can be determined not only when the command is being stopped but also when it is stopped at an out-of-position or at a stop. May be determined based on ACTION data.

  Then, in response to the power failure restoration command transmitted at the time of power failure restoration, effect control device 300 displays, for example, a display screen shown in FIG. 29 on display device 41. More specifically, if the ACTION data of the received command (variation state command) in the transmission order “6” is out of order and indicates that the command is stopped, for example, a display screen 549 shown in FIG. If the ACTION data of the command (fluctuating state command) in the transmission order “6” indicates a hit and indicates a stop, for example, a display screen 552 shown in FIG. 29 (2) is displayed. If the ACTION data of the received command of the transmission order “6” (fluctuation state command) indicates that the command is fluctuating, for example, as shown in FIG. 29 (3), the display screen 549 and the display screen 552 are changed to predetermined positions. The images are alternately switched and displayed in a short cycle (that is, two different still images are alternately displayed).

  The display screen 549 shown in FIG. 29 (1) is a power failure recovery screen when a power failure has occurred and power has been restored while the fluctuation display has been stopped, and in addition to the power failure recovery display 531 described above, a failure suggesting a failure. The display 550 is included in the display content. The outlier display 550 displays an image (information suggesting an outlier) including a character with a troubled face and an X mark. When the deviation display 550 is displayed for a predetermined time or more beyond the above-described period, the player or the like is notified that the deviation is stopped.

  The display screen 552 shown in FIG. 29 (2) is a power failure recovery screen when a power failure occurs and power is restored while the fluctuation display is stopped at a hit (big hit or small hit). A hit display 553 indicating a hit is included in the display content. The hit display 553 displays an image including a happy face character and a circle (information indicating a hit). When the hit display 553 is displayed for a predetermined time or more beyond the above-described period, the player or the like is notified that the hit is stopped.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 29 (3), the display screen 549 and the display screen 552 are alternately switched and displayed at a predetermined short period, so that either the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 fluctuates to the player or the like. It is notified that it is inside.

  According to the second modification, in addition to the information indicating that the power failure is being restored and the remaining start-up memory information displayed on the LED display device 520, information indicating whether the power supply is fluctuating and information indicating whether the power supply is out of contact or not is reported. Is performed when power is restored. That is, more detailed information notification can be realized at the time of restoration from power failure. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the player's interest from lowering because it is not possible to grasp whether or not the player is changing at the time of restoration from the power failure. Further, by switching between the display screen 549 and the display screen 552 (switching of a still image) shown in FIG. 29 (3), an effect such as a kind of variable display can be easily realized, and the interest is improved.

  In the second modification, a display screen simpler than that in FIG. 29 may be displayed as the power failure recovery screen. For example, in addition to the above-described power failure recovery display 531, a display screen that includes a display of characters or the like simply indicating whether or not the power is changing may be included in the display content.

  Also, on the power outage recovery screen in the second modification, a hitting display such as the above-described re-scheduling prompting display 534 or right-handed display 544 may be performed. In this case, if the data of the ACTION of the command of the received transmission order “7” (command of MODE “ABH”) is “01H”, the hitting display is the left-hand display, and the command of the received transmission order “7” (MODE) If the data of the ACTION of the command “ABH” is “F1H”, the display is right-handed.

  Further, in this modified example 2, under the control of the effect control device 300, the data of the ACTION of the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command of the received transmission order “2” and “3” are both “01H”. (The number of holds is zero), and when the ACTION data of the received command (fluctuation state command) in the transmission order “6” is “01H” (stopped), it is determined that the game is not being played, and the power failure is started from the beginning. A configuration may be adopted in which a customer waiting demonstration screen is displayed instead of the recovery screen.

[Third Modification of First Embodiment]
Next, a third modification of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram illustrating a flowchart of a power outage restoration setting process in Modification 3 of the first embodiment.

  The power failure restoration setting process is a routine that is called and executed when the received command is a power failure restoration command in, for example, the received command check process of step D22 in the main process of the effect control device 300 described above.

  In the power failure recovery setting processing, first, data of the received power failure recovery time command (there are a plurality of commands as described above) is read (step D101), and then displayed on the display device 41 in accordance with the read data. The type and specification of the display screen to be performed are selected (step D102). Next, data for displaying the selected display screen is set (step D103), and the power failure recovery setting process ends.

  Here, the types of display screens selected in step D102 can be broadly divided into two types: a power failure recovery screen including information indicating that power failure is being restored; and a customer screen not including information notifying that power failure is being restored. There is a customer waiting demonstration screen for performing a waiting demonstration. In the power failure recovery screen, the type may be different depending on, for example, the mode of the background (color, brightness, pattern, etc.) of the screen and the presence / absence of the information to be displayed. The information to be displayed includes a message such as an alert or a prompt for re-holding, how to hit (left-handed or right-handed), the number of holdings (the number of holdings in Toku-zu 1 and the number of holdings in Toku-zu 2), and the changing state (during changing) Or not), a probability state (whether or not a high probability is in progress), a hit state (whether or not in a hit, a big hit or a small hit), a character, a maker name, a maker logo, and the like.

  In the case of a power failure recovery screen, the display screen selected in step D102 includes, for example, message display specifications (number of messages, type, size, display position, display color, font, etc.) Display specifications (type of hitting display, size, display position, display color, etc.), display specifications of the number of holds (type, size, display position, display color of the number of holds, etc.) Display type, size, display position, display color, etc. of state, display specification of probability state (display type, size, display position, display color, etc. of probability state), display specification of hit state (hit state Display type, size, display position, display color, etc.), detailed display specifications of the background, character display specifications (number of characters, type, size, display position, display color, etc.), etc.

  As described above, in the third modification, the effect control device 300 changes the display content of the display screen displayed on the display device 41 when the power failure is restored (including the normal power-on without the RAM initialization) to the received power failure. Different depending on the content of the recovery command. Thereby, an optimal display screen can be displayed at the time of restoration from power failure according to the situation.

  For example, when the number of reservations in Toku-zu 1 and Toku-zu 2 is less than a predetermined value (for example, “2”), a display screen 533 including the above-described re-scheduling display 534 is displayed and a game ball is presented to the player. If any of the number of holds in the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 is equal to or more than a predetermined value (for example, “2”), the above-described display screen 530 or the display screen not including the re-scheduling display 534 is provided. 536 is displayed, and if any of the number of reservations in the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 is equal to or more than the second predetermined value (for example, “3”), the reminding display 534 is not included and the alert display 540 is included. The display screen 539 described above is displayed. Thereby, an optimal display screen according to the number of suspensions can be displayed at the time of restoration from power failure.

  Further, when the number of holds is included in the content of the display screen, the player can use the main display device 41 as well as the LED display device 520 to determine whether or not there is a hold at the time of restoration from the power failure (that is, the remaining start memory). Presence or absence and the number), and the player becomes more advantageous.

[Modification Example 4 of First Embodiment]
Next, a fourth modification of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31 is a diagram illustrating a display example of the second display means in Modification 4 of the first embodiment.

  Modification Example 4 is a case where the model of the gaming machine is a model having only one special figure variation display game (for example, a model having only special figure 1 and no special figure 2). In this embodiment, the hardware configuration of the LED display device 520 is shared with the case where there are two types of the special figure variable display game described above. For this reason, the hardware configuration of the LED display device 520 is the same as that of the above-described embodiment.

  First, in the specific example 1 shown in FIG. 31A, the special figure 1 change display unit 521 and the special figure 1 hold display unit 523 in the LED display device 520 are used to execute the special figure 1 change display game in the same manner as in the above-described embodiment. The state and the number of reservations in the special figure 1 are displayed, and decoration or other information is displayed by the special figure 2 change display unit 522 and the special figure 2 reservation display unit 524. The other information is, for example, information on a game state (for example, whether or not the game is in a high probability state) that can be determined by the effect control device 300 by the above-mentioned command (probability information command) in the transmission order “4”, or the above-described modification. This is information on how to strike (left-handed or right-handed) that can be determined by the effect control device 300 by the command (command name “hitting”) in the transmission order “6” in 1.

  Next, in the specific example 2 shown in FIG. 31 (2), the special figure 1 change display unit 521 and the special figure 1 hold display unit 523 in the LED display device 520 are used to execute the special figure 1 change display game in the same manner as in the above-described embodiment. The special figure 1 change display section 521 and the special figure 1 hold display section 523 are also displayed by the special figure 2 change display section 522 and the special figure 2 hold display section 524. The same display as the display (mirror display) is performed.

  Next, in specific example 3 shown in FIG. 31C, the state of the special figure 1 variable display game is displayed by the special figure 1 variable display unit 521 in the LED display device 520 in the same manner as in the above-described embodiment. The decoration or other information (information on the game state and how to hit) is displayed by the fluctuation display unit 522 in FIG. Then, the special figure 1 reservation display section 523 and the special figure 2 reservation display section 524 in the LED display device 520 display the number of reservations of the special figure 1.

  For example, the reserved number of the special figure 1 is displayed by turning on and off a total of four LEDs of LED_d23, LED_d24, LED_d25, and LED_d26 of the special figure 1 reservation display section 523 and the special figure 2 reservation display section 524. Specifically, for example, the effect control device 300 controls these four LEDs so that the number of LEDs that are lit out of the four LEDs is the number of reserves in Tokusatsu 1, and the LEDs that are lit up Indicates the number of reservations in Toku-zu. Thereby, the number of reservations can be displayed without blinking the LED, and information on the number of reservations that is easy for the player to understand can be realized.

[Modification Example 5 of First Embodiment]
Next, a fifth modification of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 32 is a diagram illustrating an operation mode of a LED display device (second display unit) and a hitting display unit of the LED display device and an example of notification information in Modification Example 5 of the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 32A, the LED display device 520 of the fifth modification has a configuration in which a hitting display unit 525 (second state display unit) is added to the LED display device 520 of the above-described embodiment. . The LED display device 520 of the fifth modification includes the above-described display units (the special figure 1 change display unit 521, the special figure 2 change display unit 522, the special figure 1 reservation display unit 523, and the special figure 2 reservation display unit 524). Are provided in addition to the LED_d21 to the LED_d26 constituting the LED, and an LED_d27 constituting the hitting display unit 525.

  The hitting display unit 525 displays a hitting state (left-handed or right-handed) according to the operation mode of one LED of the LED_d27. For example, as shown in FIG. 32 (2), the hitting display unit 525 indicates that the left-handed state is to be set according to the operation mode in which the LED_d27 is turned off, and the right-handed mode is set according to the operation mode in which the LED_d27 is turned on. Indicates that it should be. Note that the hitting display unit 525 displays information on how to hit even when power is restored, under the control of the effect control device 300 that has received the command (command name “how to hit”) in the transmission order “6” in Modification 1 described above. I do.

  As a result, even when the information on how to hit is not displayed on the display device 41 (or even when it is displayed but not visible), the player can grasp the state of how to hit by looking at the LED display device 520 and play the game. It is advantageous for the person. It should be noted that the display of the hitting method performed on the display screen of the display device 41 (for example, the right-hand display 544 described above) corresponds to a first state display unit (a first hit state display unit). The hitting display section 525 of the LED display device 520 corresponds to a second state display section (second hitting state display section).

[Another Modification of First Embodiment]
Next, another modified example of the first embodiment will be described.
The LED that constitutes the LED display device 520 may be an LED that emits light in a single color, or an LED that can switch the emission color to a plurality of different colors (or an LED that can emit full color light). And other information other than the fluctuating state (a game state indicating whether or not the state is a high probability state, a hitting state, and the like). For example, a configuration may be adopted in which any of the LEDs that are lit or blinking in the LED display device 520 indicates left-handed if the emission color of the LED is blue and right-handed if it is red.

  A plurality of display elements as illustrated in FIG. 25 and FIG. 27 (for example, a re-scheduling display 534, a maker name display 537, a warning display 540, a character display 541, a right-handed display 544) are displayed on the power failure recovery screen. It may be. For example, there may be a configuration in which a plurality or all of the display elements are simultaneously displayed.

The first display means is not limited to a video display device such as an LCD (liquid crystal display) such as the display device 41 described above, but may be a reel type display device.
The second display means is not limited to an LED display device such as the LED display device 520 described above, and may be constituted by, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display) having a small display area.

The gaming machine 10 (including the modifications) of the first embodiment described above has the following features in one aspect.
(1) The gaming machine 10 is a gaming machine capable of storing a start memory as an execution right of a variable display game, and a first variable display section capable of displaying the variable display game on a first display means (display device 41). (A display area in which the large symbol group 501, the small symbol group 502, and the reserved digest display 506 are displayed) and a second variable display unit (special) in which the variable display game can be displayed on the second display means (LED display device 520). FIG. 1 change display section 521, special figure 2 change display section 522), and a first start storage display section (special figure 1 hold number display 503, special figure 2 hold number display) capable of displaying start memory on the first display means. 504, a display area in which the hold display 505 is displayed), and a second start storage display unit (special figure 1 hold display unit 523, special figure 2 hold display unit 524) capable of displaying the start memory on the second display means. , Game control means for performing game control (game control device Comprises a 00), presentation control means for controlling the presentation means receives the command from the game control means and (effect control device 300), the. The game control means detects the restoration of the power failure, and notifies the effect control means of at least the information on the start memory (the power failure restoration time command including the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command). In response to the notification, the effect control means causes the first variable display unit to display predetermined information (for example, a power failure recovery display 531) relating to the restoration of the power failure instead of displaying the variation display game, instead of displaying the start memory. Predetermined information (such as a power failure recovery display 531) relating to power recovery is displayed on the first start storage display unit, and a predetermined mode (for example, a mode in which the LED is turned off) is displayed on the second fluctuation display unit instead of the variable display game, The start memory is displayed on the second start memory display unit.

  (2) In the gaming machine 10 of (1), a start winning port is provided in a game area of a game board into which a launched game ball is driven, and a start memory is stored as an execution right by a winning of a game ball in the start winning port. Is performed, and a variable display game for displaying the identification information (special figure) in a variable manner is performed based on the start memory. When the result of the variable display game is a special result, a state advantageous to the player is generated. The first display means and the second display means of (1) are arranged in the game area. The effect control means (1) causes the second start storage display unit to display the number of remaining start memories (the number of reservations in the special figure 1 and the number of reservations in the special figure 2) in which the variable display game has not been executed.

(3) The second display means of (1) is arranged at a position where the display of the second display means is not interrupted by other components of the gaming machine (for example, movable parts of the accessory).
(4) The notification (command at the time of power failure recovery) of (1) includes a method of hitting indicating whether the game ball should be driven to the left side of the game area or the game ball should be driven to the right side of the game area. In response to the notification, the effect control unit displays a display indicating the information on how to hit (for example, a right-hand display 544 or a display by the hitting display unit 525) on the first display. Or the second display means (or the first display means and the second display means).

  (5) The notification (command at the time of power failure recovery) of (1) includes information on the game state at the time of the power failure (whether or not the special figure is fluctuating or whether or not it is in a high probability state) (fluctuation state command, probability information Command), and the effect control unit receives the notification, and displays a display (for example, a loss display 550, a hit display 553, or a display using the emission color of the LED display device 520) indicating the game state information on the first display. Or the second display means (or the first display means and the second display means).

(6) The effect control means of (1) selects and displays from among a plurality of types and specifications of display screens to be displayed on the first display means in response to the received notification (power failure restoration command).
(7) Upon receiving the notification (power failure restoration command), the effect control means of (1) sequentially switches and displays different display screens on the first display means.

  (8) The gaming machine 10 is a gaming machine capable of storing a start memory as a right to execute a variable display game, and a first variable display unit capable of displaying the variable display game on a first display unit (display device 41). (A display area in which a large symbol group 501, a small symbol group 502, and a reserved digest display 506 are displayed), and a first start storage display unit (special figure 1 reserved number display 503) capable of displaying start memory on a first display means , Special number 2 hold number display 504, display area in which hold display 505 is displayed), and a second start storage display unit (special figure 1 hold) capable of displaying the start memory on the second display means (LED display device 520). Display unit 523, special figure 2 reservation display unit 524), game control means (game control device 100) for performing game control, and effect control means (effect control device) for receiving a command from the game control means and controlling the effect means. 300)The game control means detects the restoration of the power failure and notifies the effect control means of at least the information on the start storage (commands at the time of restoration of the power failure including the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command). In response to the notification, the effect control means causes the first variable display unit to display predetermined information (for example, a power failure recovery display 531) relating to the restoration of the power failure instead of displaying the variation display game, instead of displaying the start memory. The predetermined information (such as the power failure recovery display 531) relating to the power failure recovery is displayed on the first start storage display unit, and the start memory (the number of suspensions of the special figure 1 and the number of suspensions of the special figure 2) is displayed on the second start storage display unit. Let it.

  (9) The gaming machine 10 is a gaming machine that can store up to a predetermined upper limit number of start memories that are the execution right of the variable display game, and can display the variable display game on the first display means (display device 41). A first variable display section (a display area in which a large symbol group 501, a small symbol group 502, and a reserved digestion display 506 are displayed), and a second variable display game (LED display device 520) capable of displaying a variable display game. 2 change display unit (special figure 1 change display unit 521, special figure 2 change display unit 522), and a first start storage display unit (special display) capable of displaying information capable of specifying the number of start memories on the first display means. A display area in which the number-of-holds display 503, the special-number-two hold number display 504, and the hold display 505 are displayed in FIG. Display unit (special figure 1 reservation display unit 523, special figure 2 reservation display unit It comprises a 24), and game control means for performing game control (game controller 100), presentation control means for controlling the presentation means receives the command from the game control means and (effect control device 300), the. The game control means detects the restoration of the power failure, and notifies the effect control means of at least information on the number of starting memories (commands at the time of restoration of the power failure including the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command). The effect control means, upon receiving the notification, causes the first display means to display predetermined power failure recovery information indicating that recovery from the power failure is in progress (such as a power failure recovery display 531), and at least starts the second display means. Information that can specify the number of storages is displayed (see FIG. 22).

  (10) The gaming machine 10 is a gaming machine capable of storing up to a predetermined upper limit number of start memories for executing the variable display game, and includes a first display unit (display device 41) and a second display unit. (LED display device 520) and a first start storage display unit (special figure 1 reserved number display 503, special figure 2 reserved number display 504) capable of displaying information capable of specifying the number of start memories on the first display means. A display area in which the hold display 505 is displayed) and a second start storage display unit (special figure 1 hold display unit 523, special figure 2 hold) in which information capable of specifying the number of start memories can be displayed on the second display means. (Display unit 524), game control means (game control device 100) for performing game control, and effect control means (effect control device 300) for receiving a command from the game control means and controlling the effect means. The game control means detects the restoration of the power failure, and notifies the effect control means of at least information on the number of starting memories (commands at the time of restoration of the power failure including the special figure 1 hold number command and the special figure 2 hold number command). The effect control means, upon receiving the notification, causes the first display means to display predetermined power failure recovery information indicating that recovery from the power failure is in progress (such as a power failure recovery display 531), and at least starts the second display means. The information which can specify the number of memories is displayed. The second display means is provided at a position where the visibility of the second start storage display unit is not hindered in any game state (for example, a position at which the front surface is not covered by other elements on the game board or movable parts of the accessory). The game ball flowing down in the game area 32 is arranged at a position where it does not flow on the front side of the display surface of the LED display device 520 (see FIGS. 16 and 22).

[Second embodiment]
First, the configuration of the display screen of the display device 41 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment.

The display screen 600 includes two sets of decorative symbols, a special figure 1 reserved number display 603, a special figure 2 reserved number display 604, a reserved display 605, and a reserved digest display 606.
The two sets of decorative symbols include a large symbol group 601 as a first decorative symbol and a small symbol group 602 as a second decorative symbol. The large symbol group 601 is in charge of a game effect for the purpose of enhancing interest. Therefore, the large symbol group 601 is largely displayed at a substantially central portion of the display device 41. The large symbol group 601 includes a left symbol 601L, a middle symbol 601C, and a right symbol 601R. On the display screen 600, the left symbol 601L is stopped at "3", the middle symbol 601C is stopped at "7", and the right symbol 801R is stopped at "6", indicating that the special figure variable display game is in the symbol stopped state.

  Generally, the large symbol group 601 starts changing in the order of the left symbol 601L, the right symbol 601R, and the middle symbol 601C, and stops (including temporary stop) in the order of the left symbol 601L, the right symbol 601R, and the middle symbol 601C. Therefore, in many cases, the large symbol group 601 forms a reach mode with the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R, and can form a big hit mode after the middle symbol 601C is stopped.

The symbols (the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R) constituting the large symbol group 601 are mainly decorative symbols having high design properties.
The small symbol group 602 is in charge of notification of a variable display state for the purpose of improving the ease of grasping the gaming state of the player. Therefore, the small symbol group 602 is displayed small on the periphery of the display device 41 so as to secure visibility without disturbing the display effect by the large symbol group 601. The small symbol group 602 includes a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol. The left symbol in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 600 is “3”, the middle symbol is “7”, and the right symbol is “6”, and the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the symbol stopped state. Indicates that

  In general, the large symbol group 601 is displayed larger than the small symbol group 602, has a higher degree of freedom in the display position, and the display mode can be greatly changed. Conversely, the small symbol group 602 is displayed smaller than the large symbol group 601 and has a lower degree of freedom in display position (for example, fixed position).

  With these, the gaming machine 10 can secure the visibility of the small symbol group 602 while securing the variety of display effects for the large symbol group 601, and can easily grasp the gaming state of the player.

  The special figure 1 reservation number display 603 displays the reservation storage number (starting storage number) of the special figure 1 game. For example, the holding of the special figure 1 game is triggered by the winning in the starting winning opening 36. The special figure 2 reserved number display 604 displays the reserved number of special figure 2 games. For example, the reservation storage of the special figure 2 game is triggered by the winning of the ordinary variable winning device 37.

  The hold display 605 can clearly indicate the number of storages of the special figure change display game by the display mode, and can also notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each storage storage. Depending on the game state, the number of held storages displayed by the hold display 605 is either the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 1 held number display 603 or the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 2 held number display 604, or It corresponds to the total number of both.

  The reserved digest display 606 can indicate that the special figure variable display game is in the variable display state and can also notify the degree of expectation for the game result by the display mode. That is, the gaming machine 10 can perform a hold announcement effect using the hold display 605 and the hold digest display 606. The hold announcement effect is one mode of a look-ahead effect performed using the hold display 605 and the hold digest display 606.

  On the display screen 600, the number of reserved memories of the special figure 1 game indicated by the special figure 1 reserved number display 603 is “3”, and the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game indicated by the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 is “0”. Therefore, the hold storage count indicated by the hold display 605 is also “3”. In addition, the display screen 600 indicates that the special figure change display game is being stopped by the hold digest display 606.

  Further, the gaming machine 10 can change the variation mode during the variable display for the large symbol group 601 and the small symbol group 602. For example, when the vertical scroll is performed on the large symbol group 601, the gaming machine 10 can easily distinguish the large symbol group 601 from the small symbol group 602. Further, even when the large symbol group 601 and the small symbol group 602 update symbols asynchronously, the gaming machine 10 can reduce the sense of discomfort given to the player.

Next, the symbol arrangement of the large symbols will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 34 is a diagram illustrating an example of a symbol array of a large symbol group according to the second embodiment.
The large symbol group 601 is composed of a three-digit symbol of a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol, and each symbol includes nine symbols (also called a normal symbol or a standard symbol). The normal symbols in the large symbol group include symbols 610, 611, 612, 613, 614, 615, 616, 617, and 618 in the symbol array. The symbols 610, 611, 612, 613, 614, 615, 616, 617, and 618 can be distinguished from other symbols by different display modes. The symbols 610, 611, 612, 613, 614, 615, 616, 617, and 618 each have a rectangular base serving as an outer shape of the symbol, and a character element having a distinguishing property by characters (for example, numerals) attached to the base. And represented by The normal symbols arranged are given a predetermined color according to the value of the symbols. The symbol “0”, the symbol “2”, and the symbol “6” (the symbols 610, 612, 616) are blue symbols, and the symbol “1”, the symbol “4”, and the symbol “8” (the symbol) 611, 614, 618) are green symbols, and the symbols of the numbers "3", "5", and "7" are red symbols (symbols 613, 615, 617).

  In addition, the large symbol group 601 can include a special symbol separately from the normal symbol. In the large symbol group 601, when a symbol array including only normal symbols is set as a standard symbol array, a symbol array obtained by adding a dedicated symbol to the normal symbol can be set as a special symbol array. The large symbol group 601 can switch the standard time symbol array to the special time symbol array, for example, upon notification of a predetermined effect or a predetermined result. Note that the special time symbol array includes one or more special symbols, and the number is not limited to one. In addition, the special time symbol array is not limited to the symbol array in which the special symbol is added to the normal symbol, and one or more symbols of the normal symbols may be replaced with the special symbol.

  For example, in the large symbol group 601, the special time symbol arrangement may be nine regular symbols and one exclusive symbol, nine regular symbols and two exclusive symbols, or eight regular symbols and one exclusive symbol. A design may be used, or three exclusive designs may be used instead of all normal designs.

  The exclusive symbols in the large symbol group 601 include symbols 620, 621, and 622. The symbols 620, 621, and 622 are display modes that can be distinguished from ordinary symbols, and are represented by a rectangular base serving as the outer shape of the symbol and a character element having a distinctive character by the character attached to the base. The exclusive symbol is used for a notification effect in the variable display game (an effect for notifying (notifying) that a predetermined effect will occur). It should be noted that the notification effect can be performed not only with a special symbol but also with a normal symbol.

  The symbol 620 is a symbol for notifying (preliminary) that a pseudo-run will occur in the variable display game, and includes “one more time” as a character element. The symbol 621 is a symbol that notifies that a small hit derived by a predetermined combination of symbols occurs in the variable display game, and includes “sakura” as a character element. The symbol 622 is a symbol for notifying that a reach occurs in the variable display game, and includes “chance” as a character element.

  In addition, the said exclusive design is an example and is not limited to this. For example, the gaming machine 10 may include, as a special symbol, a symbol for notifying a transition to a predetermined game state (for example, latent probability change, ordinary power support, probability variation, etc.). In addition, the gaming machine 10 may include, as the exclusive symbol, a symbol for notifying the reliability of a result (for example, a big hit) derived by the variable display game.

  In addition, the gaming machine 10 may include, as the exclusive symbol, a symbol for notifying a result (for example, a large hit) derived by the variable display game other than the small hit. In addition, the gaming machine 10 has, as a special symbol, a value of a result (hit) derived by the variable display game (for example, a hit of 5 rounds, a hit of 16 rounds, a hit with ordinary power support, a hit with a probability change, etc.). May be included. In addition, the gaming machine 10 may include, as the exclusive symbol, a symbol for notifying a mode change in the display effect. In addition, the gaming machine 10 may include, as a special symbol, a symbol for notifying the number of continuations of a predetermined gaming state such as general-purpose support and probability fluctuation. In addition, the gaming machine 10 may include a symbol for notifying game guidance (for example, a pressing operation of the push button 25).

Next, a display mode in the large figure special figure change display game will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 35 is a diagram illustrating an example of a large symbol display mode according to the second embodiment.
In the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, the display mode of the large symbols changes according to the execution state of the special figure change display game (change display). Specifically, the display mode of the large symbol is different depending on the temporary stop and the stop other than during the notification effect, during the notification effect, and during the high-speed fluctuation except during the notification effect. In this way, by making the display mode during the notification effect different from the other display modes (the display condition during the non-information effect), the gaming machine 10 executes the notification effect using a symbol other than the exclusive symbol (normal symbol). Even in this case, it can be easily understood that the information is a notification effect.

  The large symbol display mode is a low transmittance display mode (for example, 0% transmittance) with the lowest transparency during temporary stop and stop except during the notification effect, and the medium transmittance with the next lowest transmittance during the notification effect. The display mode (for example, the transmittance is 25%), and the high transmittance display mode (for example, the transmittance is 50%) with the highest transmittance during the high-speed fluctuation except during the notification effect.

  As a result, the large design has the lowest visibility during high-speed fluctuations except during the informational production, the next lower visibility during the informational production, and the most visibility during the temporary stop and the stop except during the informational production. Will be higher.

  As described above, even when the visibility of the symbol is changed according to the execution state of the special figure variable display game, the visibility of the symbol at the end of the special figure variable display game (while the symbol is stopped) is increased. Thus, the gaming machine 10 can easily understand the progress of the game and easily understand the result of the special figure change display game.

  Next, the notification effect using the large symbol group (same color chance first-ahead notice notification effect) will be described. First, a notification effect by a normal symbol will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 36 is a diagram (part 2) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is a diagram (part 3) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment.

The display screen 630 is a display screen after the display screen 600 and shows a state where the special figure change display game is changing at high speed.
On the display screen 630, the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode.

The display screen 631 is a display screen after the display screen 630, and is a display screen in a state where the notification effect by the normal symbol is being performed.
On the display screen 631, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing the symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode. On the other hand, the middle symbol 601C indicates that the symbol (the symbol 617) of the numeral “7” in the middle transparent display mode is temporarily stopped, and that a notification effect using the symbol of the numeral “7” is being performed.

  The notification effect of the symbol “7” by the middle symbol 601C is to notify that a stop-reading symbol of the middle symbol 601C is temporarily stopped (the symbol of the number “7”) and that the same color chance look ahead notice is generated. It is. The same-color chance look-ahead advance notice gives the reliability (expectation) of the hold memory (hold memory displayed by the hold display 605) on hold by a combination of the colors of the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R to be stopped. (Notification).

  Specifically, in the notification effect of the symbol “7” by the middle symbol 601C, the gaming machine 10 notifies that the same-color chance eye look-ahead notice that the middle symbol 601C is the symbol “7” is generated. The symbol 601C informs the symbol “7” that the symbol “7” stops), thereby suggesting that the small symbol group 602 stops (the middle symbol of the small symbol group 602 stops at the symbol “7”). ing.

  That is, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601 </ b> C on the display screen 631 is a display corresponding to one of the three stop symbols of the small symbol group 602 (the stop symbol of the middle symbol) (an associated display). It has become. That is, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 631 includes information on one stop symbol (the middle symbol stop symbol) among the three stop symbols of the small symbol group 602.

  According to this, the gaming machine 10 displays the notice for the special figure change display game displayed by the large symbol group 601 and the small symbol group 602 by the notification effect using the middle symbol 601C in the large symbol group 601. (A notice effect directed to the special figure change display game of all the symbol groups) in combination with a notice for the special figure change display game to be performed. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 enhances a sense of unity (a sense of unity) of the entire display (the display of the special figure variation display game in the large symbol group 601 and the display of the special figure variation display game in the small symbol group 602). There is no directing. Further, by suggesting one stop symbol of the three stop symbols of the symbol group 602, the gaming machine 10 can increase the predictability of the game. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 can enhance interest.

The display screen 632 is a display screen after the display screen 631 and is a display screen in a state after the information effect by the normal symbol is finished.
On the display screen 632, the middle symbol 601C temporarily suspends the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low-transmissive display mode, indicating that the notification effect has ended. Also, the left symbol 601L temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number "3" in the low transmission display mode, and the right symbol 601R temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number "7" in the low transmission display mode. Thus, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R indicate that the notification effect is not performed.

The display screen 633 is a display screen subsequent to the display screen 632, and is a display screen in which the same-color chance look-ahead notice has occurred.
The display screen 633 includes a display element 634 in the display content. The display element 634 displays the word “chance” to indicate that the same-color chance read ahead notice has occurred. That is, the display element 634 notifies the degree of expectation of the hold storage included in the hold display 605 by the combination of the colors of the symbols (the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R) constituting the large symbol group 601. Indicates that it is

The display screen 635 is a display screen after the display screen 633, and shows a state in which the special figure change display game has ended after the same-color chance look-ahead advance notice has ended.
On the display screen 635, the left symbol 601L stops the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number "3" in the low-transmissive display mode, and the middle symbol 601C is the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number "7" in the low-transmissive display mode. Is stopped, and the right symbol 601R stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low transmission display mode.

  On the display screen 635, the small symbol group 602 stops the symbol of the number “3” at the left symbol, and stops the symbol of the number “7” suggested at the notification effect (display screen 631) at the middle symbol, The symbol “7” is stopped at the right symbol.

  Next, a notification effect (pseudo continuous notification effect) using a special symbol (symbol 620) will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 38 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 39 is a diagram (part 5) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment.

The display screen 636 is a display screen after the display screen 600 and shows a state where the special figure change display game is changing at high speed.
On the display screen 636, the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R change the symbol at high speed, and the symbol is in a highly transparent display mode.

The display screen 637 is a display screen after the display screen 636, and is a display screen in a state where the notification effect by the symbol 620 is being performed.
On the display screen 637, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode. On the other hand, the middle symbol 601C indicates that the symbol (the symbol 620) of the “one more time” in the middle transparent display mode is temporarily stopped, and that a notification effect using the symbol of the “one more time” is being performed.

  Specifically, in the notification effect of the symbol "one more time" by the medium symbol 601C, the gaming machine 10 notifies the occurrence of a pseudo-run (that the large symbol group 601 fluctuates again at a high speed), and There is no suggestion about the stop symbol of the symbol group 602.

  That is, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 637 is a display that does not correspond to any of the stopped symbols in the small symbol group 602 (not a related display). That is, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 637 does not include the information of the stopped symbol of the small symbol group 602.

  According to this, the gaming machine 10 can execute a notice targeting only the special figure change display game displayed by the large symbol group 601 using the middle symbol 601C in the large symbol group 601. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can execute an unexpected game even in the case of performing a notification effect. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 can enhance interest.

The display screen 638 is a display screen after the display screen 637 and shows a state after the notification effect by the symbol 620 has been completed.
On the display screen 638, the middle symbol 601C temporarily stops the symbol of the "one more time" (the symbol 620) in the low-transmissive display mode, and indicates that the notification effect has ended. In addition, the left symbol 601L temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number "3" in the low transmission display mode, and the right symbol 601R temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number "3" in the low transmittance display mode. Thus, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R indicate that the notification effect is not performed.

The display screen 639 is a display screen after the display screen 638, and is a display screen in a state after the symbol re-variation is started by the pseudo run.
On the display screen 639, the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode.

The display screens 640 and 641 are display screens after the display screen 639, in which the re-variation (pseudo-run) has been completed and the special figure variation display game has been completed.
On the display screen 640, the left symbol 601L stops the symbol (the symbol 614) of the number “4” in the low-transmissive display mode, and the middle symbol 601C is the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low-transmissive display mode. Is stopped, and the right symbol 601R stops the symbol (the symbol 616) of the number “6” in the low transmission display mode.

  On the display screen 640, the small symbol group 602 stops the symbol of the number "4" in the left symbol, stops the symbol of the number "7" in the middle symbol, and changes the symbol of the number "6" in the right symbol. Has been stopped.

  On the other hand, on the display screen 641, the left symbol 601L stops the symbol (the symbol 611) of the number "1" in the low-transmissive display mode, and the middle symbol 601C is the symbol (the symbol) of the number "1" in the low-transmissive display mode. 611) is stopped, and the right symbol 601R stops the symbol (symbol 611) of the number “1” in the low transmission display mode.

  On the display screen 641, the small symbol group 602 stops the symbol of the number "1" in the left symbol, stops the symbol of the number "1" in the middle symbol, and changes the symbol of the number "1" in the right symbol. Has been stopped.

  As described above, since the stop symbols of the large symbol group 601 (small symbol group 602) after the pseudo-run are not suggested by the notification display, the symbols are arbitrarily combined (free combination) (for example, a winning combination). Or a combination of outliers).

  Next, a notification effect (small hit notification effect) using a special symbol (symbol 621) will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 40 is a diagram (part 6) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a diagram (part 7) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment.

The display screen 642 is a display screen after the display screen 600 and shows a state where the special figure change display game is changing at a high speed.
On the display screen 642, the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode.

The display screen 643 is a display screen after the display screen 642, and is a display screen in a state where the notification effect by the symbol 621 is being performed.
On the display screen 643, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode. On the other hand, the middle symbol 601C indicates that the symbol (the symbol 621) of the “cherry blossom” in the middle transmissive display mode is temporarily stopped, and the notification effect using the symbol of the “cherry blossom” is being performed.

  Specifically, the gaming machine 10 notifies that a small hit composed of a predetermined symbol combination will occur in the notification effect of the symbol "Sakura" by the medium symbol 601C, and thereby, the stop symbol ( (The small symbol group 602 stops at a predetermined symbol combination).

  For example, when the combination of the stop symbols for the small hit is two kinds of “357” and “753”, the symbol “cherry blossom” informs that the small hit of either “357” or “753” occurs. Or a notification that one of the small hits occurs.

  For example, when the design of “Sakura” is to notify that a small hit composed of a combination of “357” will occur, the display of the notification effect by the middle design 601C on the display screen 643 is the three design of the small design group 602. The display is a display (associated display) corresponding to the stop symbol ("357"). In other words, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 643 includes information on three stop symbols (the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol) of the small symbol group 602.

  In addition, when the design of “Sakura” is to notify that a small hit composed of any combination of “357” and “753” occurs, the display of the notification effect by the middle design 601C on the display screen 643 is: The display corresponding to the three stop symbol candidates (“357” and “753”) of the small symbol group 602 (display associated). In other words, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 643 includes information on the three stop symbol candidates (candidates for the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol) of the small symbol group 602. .

  According to this, in any case, the gaming machine 10 performs the notification effect using the middle symbol 601C in the large symbol group 601 to provide a notice for the special figure change display game displayed by the large symbol group 601. In addition, an effect (notification effect for the special figure change display game of all the symbol groups) performed together with the notice for the special figure change display game displayed by the small symbol group 602 can be executed. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can enhance a sense of unity (a sense of unity) of the entire display (display of the special figure variable display game in the large symbol group 601 and display of the special figure variable display game in the small symbol group 602). . In addition, the gaming machine 10 can enhance the predictability of the game and perform an effect without a sense of discomfort. The gaming machine 10 can increase the predictability of the game by suggesting three stop symbols out of the three stop symbols in the symbol group 602 (for example, suggesting one or two stop symbols). Game can be more predictable than if it were). Therefore, the gaming machine 10 can enhance interest.

The display screen 644 is a display screen after the display screen 643, and is a display screen in a state after the notification effect by the symbol 621 is finished.
On the display screen 644, the middle symbol 601C temporarily suspends the symbol of "Sakura" (symbol 621) in the low-transmissive display mode, indicating that the notification effect has ended. The left symbol 601L temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 614) of the number "4" in the low-transmission display mode, and the right symbol 601R temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number "3" in the low-transmission display mode. Thus, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R indicate that the notification effect is not performed.

The display screen 645 is a display screen after the display screen 644, and is a display screen in a state in which the special figure variation display game has ended and a small hit has occurred.
The display screen 645 includes a display element 646 in the display content. The display element 646 displays the characters "cherry blossom chance" to indicate that a small hit has occurred. Then, on the display screen 645, in accordance with the occurrence of the small hit, the small symbol group 602 stops each symbol with a combination of stop symbols corresponding to the small hit suggested in the notification effect (display screen 643) ( The symbol “3” is stopped at the left symbol, the symbol “5” is stopped at the middle symbol, and the symbol “7” is stopped at the right symbol).

  Next, a notification effect (reach notification effect) using a special symbol (symbol 622) will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 42 is a diagram (part 8) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a diagram (No. 9) illustrating an example of a display screen of the display device of the second embodiment.

The display screen 647 is a display screen after the display screen 600 and shows a state where the special figure change display game is changing at high speed.
On the display screen 647, the left symbol 601L, the middle symbol 601C, and the right symbol 601R are rapidly changing symbols, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode.

The display screen 648 is a display screen after the display screen 647, and is a display screen in a state where the notification effect by the symbol 622 is being performed.
On the display screen 648, the left symbol 601 </ b> L and the right symbol 601 </ b> R fluctuate at a high speed, and the symbols are in a highly transparent display mode. On the other hand, the middle symbol 601C indicates that the symbol (the symbol 622) of the “chance” in the middle transparent display mode is temporarily stopped, and that the notification effect using the symbol of the “chance” is being performed.

  Specifically, the gaming machine 10 notifies that a reach occurs in the notification effect of the “chance” symbol by the middle symbol 601C, and thereby the stop symbol of the small symbol group 602 (the left symbol of the small symbol group 602). , At least two of the middle symbol and the right symbol stop at the same stop symbol (combination in which reach occurs).

  The “chance” symbol may notify that a reach of a predetermined reach (for example, a reach whose reach is “7”) is generated, or a symbol of a plurality of reach The person who notifies that the reach of any of the reach eyes occurs may be used.

  For example, when the symbol of “chance” is to notify that a reach with the reach of “7” is to be generated, the display of the notification effect by the medium symbol 601C on the display screen 648 is the three symbols of the small symbol group 602. The display corresponding to two stop symbols (for example, the left symbol and the right symbol) among the stop symbols is a display (associated display). That is, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 648 includes information about two stop symbols (stop symbols of the left symbol and the right symbol) among the three stop symbols of the small symbol group 602. .

  In addition, when the symbol of “chance” is to notify that the reach of any of the plurality of reach is to occur, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 648 is the small symbol. The display (associated display) corresponds to two stop symbol candidates among the three stop symbols of the small symbol group 602 of the group 602. In other words, the display of the notification effect by the middle symbol 601C on the display screen 648 is the information about the two stop symbols candidates (candidates of the left symbol and the right symbol) out of the three stop symbols of the small symbol group 602. Contains.

  According to this, in any case, the gaming machine 10 performs the notification effect using the middle symbol 601C in the large symbol group 601 to provide a notice for the special figure change display game displayed by the large symbol group 601. In addition, an effect (notification effect for the special figure change display game of all the symbol groups) performed together with the notice for the special figure change display game displayed by the small symbol group 602 can be executed. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can enhance a sense of unity (a sense of unity) of the entire display (display of the special figure variable display game in the large symbol group 601 and display of the special figure variable display game in the small symbol group 602). . In addition, the gaming machine 10 can enhance the predictability of the game and perform an effect without a sense of discomfort. In addition, the gaming machine 10 can increase the predictability of the game by suggesting three stop symbols out of the three stop symbols of the symbol group 602 (for example, from the case of suggesting one stop symbol). Can also increase the predictability of the game). Therefore, the gaming machine 10 can enhance interest.

The display screen 649 is a display screen after the display screen 648, and is a display screen in a state after the notification effect by the symbol 622 is finished.
On the display screen 649, the middle symbol 601C is rapidly changing the symbol in the high transmission display mode, and indicates that the notification effect has ended. In addition, the left symbol 601L temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low-transmission display mode, and the right symbol 601R temporarily stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the low-transmission display mode. Thus, the left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R indicate that the notification effect is not performed. The left symbol 601L and the right symbol 601R indicate that a reach having a reach of “7” has occurred.

The display screens 650 and 651 are display screens after the display screen 649, and show the state in which the special figure change display game has ended.
On the display screen 650, the left symbol 601L stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low-transmissive display mode, and the middle symbol 601C is the symbol (the symbol 613) of the number “3” in the low-transmissive display mode. Is stopped, and the right symbol 601R stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low transmission display mode.

  On the display screen 650, the small symbol group 602 stops the symbol “7” with the left symbol, stops the symbol “3” with the middle symbol, and changes the symbol “7” with the right symbol. Has been stopped.

  On the other hand, on the display screen 651, the left symbol 601L stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low-transmissive display mode, and the middle symbol 601C is the symbol (the symbol) of the number “7” in the low-transmissive display mode. 617) is stopped, and the right symbol 601R stops the symbol (the symbol 617) of the number “7” in the low transmission display mode.

  On the display screen 651, the small symbol group 602 stops the symbol “7” with the left symbol, stops the symbol “7” with the middle symbol, and changes the symbol “7” with the right symbol. Has been stopped.

  As described above, the stop symbols of the large symbol group 601 (small symbol group 602) after the notification effect of the symbol "chance" are formed by combining each symbol with a combination of stop symbols corresponding to the reach indicated in the notification effect (display screen 648). Has been stopped.

  As described above, the gaming machine 10 according to the second embodiment can execute a highly predictable notification effect and a highly unexpected notification effect, so that the effect can be provided with variations. In addition, according to the gaming machine 10, it is possible to execute a notification effect that suggests a different number of stop symbols (one stop symbol, two stop symbols, three stop symbols) of the small symbol group 602. Variations can be provided. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can be prevented from becoming rut, and can enhance interest.

  In addition, since the large symbol group 601 suggests a mode of stopping the small symbol group 602, the gaming machine 10 can attract the interest of the player not only to the large symbol group 601 but also to the small symbol group 602.

[Modification of Second Embodiment]
The second embodiment has been described using an example in which the transmittance changes according to the display state. In the second embodiment, another example will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 44 is a diagram illustrating an example of a large symbol display mode according to Modification Example 1 of the second embodiment.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 44 (1), the large symbol display mode is the display mode with the largest symbol size (for example, a reduction rate of 0%) during the temporary stop and the stop except during the notification effect, and the notification effect. In the middle, a display mode with the next largest symbol size (for example, a reduction rate of 25%) becomes the display mode with the smallest symbol size (for example, a reduction rate of 50%) during high-speed fluctuations except during the notification effect. .

  As a result, the large design has the lowest visibility during high-speed fluctuations except during the informational production, the next lower visibility during the informational production, and the most visibility during the temporary stop and the stop except during the informational production. Will be higher.

  In the modification shown in FIG. 44 (2), the display mode of the large symbol is the display mode with the highest resolution during temporary stop and stop (ex., 300 ppi (Pixel Per inch)) except during the notification effect. , The display mode has the next highest resolution (for example, 200 ppi), and the display mode has the lowest resolution (for example, 100 ppi) during the high-speed fluctuation except during the notification effect.

  As a result, the large design has the lowest visibility during high-speed fluctuations except during the informational production, the next lower visibility during the informational production, and the most visibility during the temporary stop and the stop except during the informational production. Will be higher.

  Also in the above modification, since the display mode during the notification effect is different from the other display modes (display mode during the non-information effect), the gaming machine 10 performs the notification effect using a symbol other than the exclusive symbol (normal symbol). Even if it is executed, it can be easily understood that it is a notification effect.

  Further, even when the visibility of the symbol is changed according to the execution state of the special figure variable display game, the visibility of the symbol at the end of the special figure variable display game (while the symbol is stopped) is increased. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 can easily understand the progress of the game and easily understand the result of the special figure change display game.

The gaming machine 10 (including modifications) of the above-described second embodiment has the following features in one aspect.
(1) The gaming machine 10 includes a display unit (display device 41), first display control means (display device 41, game control device 100, effect control device 300), and second display control means (display device 41, game device). Control device 100, effect control device 300). The display unit can display a game in which symbols are displayed in a variable manner. The first display control means causes the game to be displayed in a first display area (lower right area of the screen) of the display unit in a first display mode (small symbol group 602). The second display control means causes the game to be displayed in a second display area (center area of the screen) larger than the first display area of the display unit in a second display mode different from the first display mode (large symbol group 601). ). The second display control means includes: a first display state (a temporary stop state or a stop state except for a notification effect) in which a symbol is displayed with a first visibility (for example, visibility corresponding to a low transmission display mode). It is possible to switch between a second display state (a state in which a notification effect is being displayed) in which a symbol is displayed with a second visibility lower than the first visibility (for example, visibility corresponding to the medium transmission display mode), and a game. The first suggestion effect (for example, the symbol of the number "7" (symbol 617)) among the symbols, the first suggestion effect (same-color chance look ahead notice announcement effect), and the result of the game are the first suggestion symbol. And a second suggestion effect (pseudo-simultaneous notification effect) suggesting with a second suggestion symbol (for example, a symbol of “another time” (symbol 620)) different from the first suggestion effect. When displaying the first suggestion symbol in the state ( Display screen 631), the first suggestion symbol is displayed in association with the symbol (the middle symbol of the small symbol group 602) to be stopped and displayed by the first display control means, and the second symbol is displayed in the second display state in the second suggestion effect. When the second suggestion symbol is displayed (display screen 637), the second suggestion symbol is displayed without corresponding to the symbol to be stopped and displayed by the first display control means.

  (2) The gaming machine 10 includes a display unit (display device 41), first display control means (display device 41, game control device 100, effect control device 300), and second display control means (display device 41, game device). Control device 100, effect control device 300). The display unit can display a game in which symbols are displayed in a variable manner. The first display control means causes the game to be displayed in the first display area (lower right area of the screen) of the display unit in the first display mode (small symbol group 602). The second display control means causes the game to be displayed in a second display area (center area of the screen) larger than the first display area of the display unit in a second display mode different from the first display mode (large symbol group 601). ). The second display control means includes: a first display state (a temporary stop state or a stop state except for a notification effect) in which a symbol is displayed with a first visibility (for example, visibility corresponding to a low transmission display mode). It is possible to switch between a second display state (a state in which a notification effect is being displayed) in which symbols are displayed with a second visibility lower than the first visibility (for example, a visibility corresponding to the medium transmission display mode), and The first suggestion effect (the same color chance eye look-ahead notice announcement effect) that suggests the result with a first suggestion symbol (for example, the symbol of the number “7” (symbol 617)) and the game result as the first suggestion symbol A second suggestion effect (small hit notice notification effect) suggested by a different second suggestion design (for example, a design of “Sakura” (symbol 621)) can be executed, and in the first suggestion effect in the second display state. When displaying the first suggestion symbol (Display Surface 631), the first suggestion symbol is displayed corresponding to one symbol (the middle symbol of the small symbol group 602) to be stopped and displayed by the first display control means, and in the second suggestion effect in the second display state. When the second suggestion symbol is displayed (display screen 643), two or more symbols (the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol of the small symbol group 602) for which the first display control means stops and displays the second suggestion symbol. Is displayed corresponding to.

[Third Embodiment]
Next, a gaming machine 10 according to a third embodiment will be described. The gaming machine 10 is capable of executing a roulette effect during the execution of the variable display game, and produces an interest obtained by predicting the result of the roulette effect by the player.

  First, a variable display game capable of executing a roulette effect will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 45 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device of the third embodiment. FIG. 46 is a diagram (part 2) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device of the third embodiment. FIG. 47 is a diagram (part 3) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device of the third embodiment. FIG. 48 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating an example of a display screen on the display device of the third embodiment.

  The display screen 700 shown in FIG. 45 (1) is the display content of the display device 41. The display screen 700 includes a large symbol group 701, a small symbol group 702, a special figure 1 reserved number display 703, a special figure 2 reserved number display 704, a reserved display 705, and a reserved digest display 706.

  The large symbol group 701 is in charge of a game effect for the purpose of improving interest. Therefore, the display device 41 displays the large symbol group 701 in a substantially central portion of the display screen 700 in a large size. The large symbol group 701 includes a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol. The left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol in the large symbol group 701 on the display screen 700 all indicate that the corresponding special figure variable display game is in the variable display state.

  The small symbol group 702 is in charge of the notification of the variable display state for the purpose of improving the ease of grasping the gaming state of the player. Therefore, the display device 41 displays the small symbol group 702 in a small size on the periphery so as to ensure visibility without disturbing the display effect by the large symbol group 701. The small symbol group 702 independently secures the visibility of the symbol. The small symbol group 702 includes a left symbol, a middle symbol, and a right symbol. The left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol in the small symbol group 702 on the display screen 700 all indicate that the corresponding special figure variable display game is in the variable display state.

  In general, the large symbol group 701 is displayed larger than the small symbol group 702, has a higher degree of freedom in the display position, and its display mode can be largely changed. Conversely, the small symbol group 702 is displayed smaller than the large symbol group 701, and has a lower degree of freedom in display position (for example, fixed position).

  The special figure 1 reservation number display 703 displays the reservation storage number (starting storage number) of the special figure 1 game. The special figure 2 reserved number display 704 displays the reserved number of special figure 2 games. The hold display 705 can indicate the number of storages of the special figure change display game by the display mode, and can also notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each storage storage. The number of held storages displayed by the hold display 705 corresponds to the sum of the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 1 held number display 703 and the number of held storages displayed by the special figure 2 held number display 704. The reserved digest display 706 can indicate that the special figure variable display game is in the variable display state and notify the degree of expectation for the game result by the display mode.

  In addition, the small symbol group 702, the special figure 1 reserved number display 703, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 704 are positions where the player does not enter the blind spot of the player even by the operation of the board effecting device 44 or a game ball rolling on the front side. At any time, and always shows the variable display state and the number of stored memories to the player.

  In the gaming machine 10, the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 are each configured by a three-digit symbol, but may be any number as long as it includes one or more symbols. In the gaming machine 10, the number of digits of the symbols is aligned in the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702, but the number of symbols in the symbol is different between the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702. Is also good.

  Further, even if the gaming machine 10 changes the transparency of the symbol for the large symbol group 701 during the variable display and the stop display, or during the variable display (for example, changes the transparency from 0% to 50%), With respect to the small symbol group 702, the transparency of the symbol can be fixed (for example, the transparency is fixed to 0%). Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can easily grasp the gaming state of the player with the small symbol group 702 while securing the variety of display effects for the large symbol group 701.

  Also, the gaming machine 10 may change the hue of the symbol for the large symbol group 701 (for example, change from red to blue) during the variable display and during the stop display, or during the variable display, and For 702, the hue of the symbol can be fixed (for example, fixed to red). Also, the gaming machine 10 may change the saturation of the symbol for the large symbol group 701 during the variable display and the stop display, or during the variable display (for example, change the saturation from 100% to 0%). Also, it is possible to fix the saturation of the symbol for the small symbol group 702 (for example, to fix the saturation to 100%). Further, even if the gaming machine 10 changes the brightness of the symbol for the large symbol group 701 during the variable display and the stop display, or during the variable display (for example, changes the brightness from 100% to 10%), The lightness of the symbol can be fixed (for example, fixed to 100%) for the small symbol group 702. Further, the gaming machine 10 can change the size of the symbols in the large symbol group 701 during the variable display and the stop display, or during the variable display (for example, change the size from the standard size to the enlarged (reduced) size). Even if there is, the size of the symbol can be fixed for the small symbol group 702. Also, the gaming machine 10 may change the display position of the symbols in the large symbol group 701 during the variable display and during the stop display, or during the variable display (for example, from the center of the screen to the upper right of the screen), With respect to the small symbol group 702, the display position of the symbol can be fixed. The gaming machine 10 can change the design of the large symbol group 701 (for example, from a rectangle to a circle, or from a number to a character) during the variable display, during the stop display, or during the variable display. Even if there is, the design of the symbol can be fixed (for example, fixed to a number) for the small symbol group 702. Further, even when the gaming machine 10 may change the symbol variation display mode for the large symbol group 701 during the variable display (for example, change from vertical scroll to horizontal scroll), the symbol variation display mode for the small symbol group 702 may be changed. Can be fixed (for example, fixed to shaft rotation fluctuation). In addition, even when the gaming machine 10 may change the symbol variation display for the large symbol group 701 during the variable display (for example, change from vertical scroll to horizontal scroll), the symbol variation display mode for the small symbol group 702 may be changed. It can be fixed (for example, fixed to shaft rotation fluctuation).

These also allow the gaming machine 10 to easily grasp the gaming state of the player with the small symbol group 702 while securing the variety of display effects for the large symbol group 701.
The display screen 707 shown in FIG. 45 (2) is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 700, and is a display screen during execution of the roulette effect. The display screen 707 includes a roulette effect display 708 in the display content in addition to the display content of the display screen 700. The roulette effect display 708 constitutes a part of the variable display of the large symbol group 701. The large symbol group 701 on the display screen 707 temporarily displays the left symbol and the right symbol and displays a reach state. The roulette effect display 708 presents symbol candidates 708a to 708d to be stopped or temporarily stopped corresponding to the middle symbol in the large symbol group 701. The display positions of the symbol candidates 708a to 708d are fixed, and the pointer 708p sequentially indicates the symbol candidates 708a to 708d at a predetermined cycle. The roulette effect display 708 is a form of a variable display of a medium symbol, and constitutes a part of the variable display of the large symbol group 701.

  Note that the symbol candidate 708a is a “losing symbol” in the variable display of the large symbol group 701. For example, the symbol candidate 708a is a symbol "2" that does not form the slot of the symbol "3" together with the left symbol and the right symbol when the left symbol and the right symbol form a reach with the symbol "3". . The symbol candidate 708b is a special symbol indicating development (for example, development to super reach) in the variable display of the large symbol group 701, and the symbol candidate 708c is continued in the variable display of the large symbol group 701 (for example, This is a special symbol that suggests the continuation of). Note that the symbol candidate 708c may be a special symbol indicating that the roulette effect is to be continued. When the symbol candidate 708c indicates the continuation of the roulette effect, the gaming machine 10 may perform the (second time) roulette effect again with the option unchanged in the roulette effect display 708, or may change the option. The roulette effect may be performed again. In the case where the gaming machine 10 exchanges options and performs a roulette effect again, the number of options may be left as it is or may be increased or decreased. For example, the gaming machine 10 displays four options of a special symbol “continuation”, a special symbol “development”, a symbol “3” (hit symbol), and a symbol “2” (losing symbol) in the first roulette effect. In the second roulette effect, three options of the special design “development”, the design “3” (hit design), and the design “2” (missing design) may be displayed, or the special design may be displayed. Five options of "development", symbol "3" (hit symbol), symbol "2" (losing symbol), and symbol "4" (losing symbol) may be displayed. The gaming machine 10 may display the same symbol in two or more roulette effects again (second time). For example, the gaming machine 10 has four types of four special choices of a special symbol “continuation”, a special symbol “development”, a symbol “3” (hit symbol), and a symbol “2” (losing symbol) in the first roulette effect. Is displayed in the second roulette effect, three types of special design "development", design "3" (hit design), design "3" (hit design), and design "2" (losing design), Four choices, two kinds of special design "development", design "3" (winning design), design "3" (winning design), and design "3" (winning design), four options, and all designs " One type of "3" (hit symbol) and four options may be displayed.

  The symbol candidate 708d is a “hit symbol” in the variable display of the large symbol group 701. For example, the symbol candidate 708d is a symbol “3” that constitutes a slot of the symbol “3” together with the left symbol and the right symbol when the left symbol and the right symbol form a reach with the symbol “3”. .

  Since the symbol candidate 708a suggests a loss, the symbol candidate 708a is an option having the lowest expectation among the symbol candidates 708a to 708d. Since the symbol candidate 708d suggests a hit, it is the option with the highest expectation among the symbol candidates 708a to 708d. The symbol candidates 708b and 708c are options that have an intermediate level of expectation between the symbol candidate 708a and the symbol candidate 708d.

  The large symbol group 701 performs a variable display in which predetermined symbol columns (for example, symbol columns composed of nine symbols from symbol “1” to symbol “9”) are sequentially displayed. However, the symbols displayed on the roulette effect display 708 are not limited to a part of the predetermined symbol row displayed by the large symbol group 701 (for example, two symbols of a hit symbol and a non-hit symbol), and are not the entire predetermined symbol row.

  In addition, the roulette effect display 708 can include a special symbol as an option in addition to a part of symbols in a predetermined symbol row. The special symbol is a symbol that is not included in the predetermined symbol row displayed by the large symbol group 701.

  The small symbol group 702 also performs a variable display in which predetermined symbol columns (for example, symbol columns composed of nine symbols from symbol “1” to symbol “9”) are sequentially displayed. In addition, the symbol arrangement of the small symbol group 702 includes, at least in part, symbols corresponding to the symbol candidates 708a to 708d displayed by the roulette effect display 708. For example, the symbol arrangement of the small symbol group 702 includes symbols corresponding to the symbol candidates 708a and 708d. The symbol arrangement of the small symbol group 702 does not include a symbol corresponding to at least a part of the symbol candidates 708a to 708d displayed by the roulette effect display 708. For example, the symbol arrangement of the small symbol group 702 does not include the symbols corresponding to the symbol candidates 708b and 708c.

  In addition, the small symbol group 702 sequentially displays a predetermined symbol row in a cycle shorter than a cycle in which the pointer 708p sequentially indicates the symbol candidates 708a to 708d. Thus, the variable display of the small symbol group 702 functions as a guide display of the symbol candidates 708a and 708d. That is, in the roulette effect display 708, during the one cycle in which the pointer 708p sequentially points to the symbol candidates 708a to 708d, the small symbol group 702 sequentially displays the symbol rows over one cycle. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 includes the symbol candidate 708a and the symbol candidate 708d displayed on the roulette effect display 708 in the symbol row of the small symbol group 702 during one cycle in which the pointer 708p sequentially indicates the symbol candidates 708a to 708d. Can be guided.

  The display screen 709 shown in FIG. 46A is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 707, and is a display screen during execution of the roulette effect. A roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 709 shows a state in which the pointer 708p indicates one effect result from the symbol candidates 708a to 708d, and a deviation from the variable display of the large symbol group 701 is derived. For example, a roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 709 shows a state where the pointer 708p indicates a symbol candidate 708a as an effect result. At this time, the small symbol group 702 is sequentially displaying the symbol row, but may be stopped at the timing when the pointer 708p indicates one effect result among the symbol candidates 708a to 708d.

  The display screen 710 shown in FIG. 46 (2) is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 709, and is a display screen on which the variable display result is being displayed. Since the roulette effect has ended, the display screen 710 does not include the roulette effect display 708 in the display content. The display screen 710 derives outliers in the large symbol group 701 and derives outliers in the small symbol group 702. The middle symbol of the large symbol group 701 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, and the intermediate symbol of the small symbol group 702 is the symbol indicated by the pointer 708p as the result of the roulette effect. A symbol corresponding to the candidate 708a is displayed. In this way, the gaming machine 10 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, whereby the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 display the small symbol during the roulette effect. It can be seen that the group 702 guides the stop symbols of the large symbol group 701.

  The display screen 711 shown in FIG. 47A is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 707, and is a display screen during the execution of the roulette effect. The roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 711 shows a state in which the pointer 708p indicates one effect result from the symbol candidates 708a to 708d, and derives an advanced effect in the variable display of the large symbol group 701. For example, a roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 711 shows a state in which the pointer 708p indicates a symbol candidate 708b as an effect result. At this time, the small symbol group 702 is sequentially displaying the symbol rows.

  The display screen 712 shown in FIG. 47 (2) is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 711, and is a display screen on which the variable display result is being displayed. Since the roulette effect has ended, the display screen 712 does not include the roulette effect display 708 in the display content. The display screen 712 includes a development effect display 713 in place of the roulette effect display 708 in the display content because the roulette effect has derived the development effect. The development effect display 713 includes, for example, a battle effect between characters. At this time, in the large symbol group 701, the left symbol and the right symbol form a reach at symbol "3", and a variable symbol of a medium symbol with a higher transparency is displayed. The small symbol group 702 continues the fluctuation display at a constant speed regardless of switching from the roulette effect display 708 to the advanced effect display 713.

  Note that when the pointer 708p indicates the symbol candidate 708c as an effect result, the gaming machine 10 performs a pseudo continuous effect instead of the advanced effect. When performing a pseudo continuous production, the gaming machine 10 may provide a pseudo continuous production display area in the same manner as the extended production display 713 to perform the pseudo continuous production, or may perform the pseudo continuous production in the display area of the large symbol group 701. A pseudo continuous production may be performed. The small symbol group 702 continues to display the fluctuation at a constant speed regardless of switching from the roulette effect display 708 to the pseudo continuous effect display.

  The display screen 714 shown in FIG. 48A is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 707, and is a display screen during execution of the roulette effect. A roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 714 shows a state in which the pointer 708p indicates one effect result from the symbol candidates 708a to 708d, and a win is derived in the variable display of the large symbol group 701. For example, a roulette effect display 708 on the display screen 714 shows a state where the pointer 708p indicates a symbol candidate 708d as an effect result. At this time, the small symbol group 702 is sequentially displaying the symbol row, but may be stopped at the timing when the pointer 708p indicates one effect result among the symbol candidates 708a to 708d.

  The display screen 715 shown in FIG. 48 (2) is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 714, and is a display screen on which the variable display result is being displayed. Since the roulette effect has ended, the display screen 715 does not include the roulette effect display 708 in the display content. The display screen 715 derives a hit in the large symbol group 701 and a hit in the small symbol group 702. The middle symbol of the large symbol group 701 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708d indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, and the middle symbol of the small symbol group 702 is the symbol indicated by the pointer 708p as the result of the roulette effect. A symbol corresponding to the candidate 708d is displayed. In this manner, the gaming machine 10 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708d indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, whereby the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 display the small symbol during the roulette effect. It can be seen that the group 702 guides the stop symbols of the large symbol group 701.

  Next, the symbol row of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol row of the small symbol group 702 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 49 is a diagram illustrating an example of a large symbol group and a small symbol group according to the third embodiment. The large symbol group 701 is composed of symbol “2”, symbol “3”, symbol “4”, symbol “5”, symbol “6”, symbol “7”, symbol “8”, symbol “9” from symbol “1”. Are variably displayed for each of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol.

  The small symbol group 702 includes a symbol “2”, a symbol “3”, a symbol “4”, a symbol “5”, a symbol “6”, a symbol “7”, a symbol “8”, and a symbol “9” from symbol “1”. Are variably displayed for each of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol. The small symbol group 702 is different from the display format of other symbols (for example, black characters without a background) only in the display mode of the symbol "7" (for example, a white character with a background display). Thereby, the small symbol group 702 makes it easy to grasp the fluctuation cycle of the symbol row during the fluctuation display. Since the gaming machine 10 also facilitates grasping the rotation cycle (fluctuation cycle) of the pointer 708p in the roulette effect display 708, it is also possible to compare the fluctuation cycle of the symbol row in the small symbol group 702 with the rotation cycle of the pointer 708p. It is also easy.

  The symbol displayed by the large symbol group 701 and the symbol displayed by the small symbol group 702 are not exactly the same due to differences in the display mode and the simplification of the illustration of the small symbol. It is displayed with a possible degree of correspondence. For example, the symbol "1" of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol "1" of the small symbol group 702 have a correspondence relationship to the extent that the player can recognize that the symbol is the same. Also, the symbol “7” of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol “7” of the small symbol group 702 have a correspondence relationship to the extent that the player can recognize the same symbol. Further, the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 are symbol columns each having the same number of symbols, and the symbol of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol of the small symbol group 702 have a one-to-one correspondence.

  In the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702, the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol may be the same symbol columns that are variably displayed, or different symbol columns for the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol. May be variably displayed.

  Here, a modified example of the correspondence between the symbols in the large symbol group 701 and the symbols in the small symbol group 702 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 50 is a diagram illustrating an example of a large symbol group and a small symbol group according to a modification of the third embodiment.

  The large symbol group 701 is composed of symbol “2”, symbol “3”, symbol “4”, symbol “5”, symbol “6”, symbol “7”, symbol “J”, symbol “Q” from symbol “1”. ”, And the symbol row arranged in the order of symbol“ K ”are variably displayed for each of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol.

  The small symbol group 702 includes a symbol “2”, a symbol “3”, a symbol “4”, a symbol “5”, a symbol “6”, a symbol “7”, a symbol “8”, and a symbol “9” from symbol “1”. Are variably displayed for each of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol. The small symbol group 702 is different from the display format of other symbols (for example, black characters without a background) only in the display mode of the symbol "7" (for example, a white character with a background display). Thereby, the small symbol group 702 makes it easy to grasp the fluctuation cycle of the symbol row during the fluctuation display. Since the gaming machine 10 also facilitates grasping the rotation cycle (fluctuation cycle) of the pointer 708p in the roulette effect display 708, it is also possible to compare the fluctuation cycle of the symbol row in the small symbol group 702 with the rotation cycle of the pointer 708p. It is also easy. At this time, since the roulette effect display 708 includes only some of the symbols included in the large symbol group 701 as symbol candidates, the rotation cycle of the pointer 708p is independent of the variation cycle of the symbol row in the large symbol group 701. are doing.

  The symbol displayed by the large symbol group 701 and the symbol displayed by the small symbol group 702 may have different display modes due to differences in size, simplification of small symbols, number of symbols, design, etc. Are displayed in such a way that the player can experience the experience. For example, the symbol "1" of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol "1" of the small symbol group 702 have a correspondence relationship to the extent that the player can recognize that the symbol is the same. Also, the symbol “7” of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol “7” of the small symbol group 702 have a correspondence relationship to the extent that the player can recognize the same symbol. The symbol "J" of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol "8" of the small symbol group 702 do not seem to correspond at first glance, but have a one-to-one correspondence and can be experienced empirically by the player. Have a correspondence. At first glance, the symbol “Q” and the symbol “K” in the large symbol group 701 and the symbol “9” in the small symbol group 702 do not have a corresponding relationship, but have a two-to-one correspondence and are empirically determined by the player. Has a corresponding relationship that can be felt. As described above, even if the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 are a symbol row composed of different numbers of symbols, the symbol of the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol are provided if there is a correspondence that can be perceived by the player. The symbols in the group 702 may have a one-to-one correspondence or a many-to-one correspondence. In addition. The correspondence that can be sensed by the player is a correspondence that is set in advance, and means that the symbol of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol of the small symbol group 702 are not in a many-to-one or many-to-many correspondence. . Such correspondence can be experienced by the player through the game.

  In the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702, the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol may be the same symbol columns that are variably displayed, or different symbol columns for the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol. May be variably displayed.

  Note that the correspondence between the symbols in the large symbol group 701 and the symbols in the small symbol group 702 may be obtained for all of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol, or may be the object of the roulette effect display 708. It may be limited to a design. For example, when the object of the roulette effect display 708 is a medium symbol, the correspondence between the symbol of the large symbol group 701 and the symbol of the small symbol group 702 may be for only the medium symbol.

  Here, a modified example of the correspondence between the symbols in the large symbol group 701 and the symbols in the small symbol group 702 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 51 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display screen of a display device according to a modified example of the third embodiment.

  A display screen 716 shown in FIG. 51A is the display content of the display device 41 after the display screen 709, and is a display screen on which a variable display result is being displayed. Since the roulette effect has ended, the display screen 716 does not include the roulette effect display 708 in the display content. The display screen 716 derives outliers in the large symbol group 701 and derives outliers in the small symbol group 702. The middle symbol 701C of the large symbol group 701 displays symbol "2" as a symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, and the middle symbol 702C of the small symbol group 702 is the result of the roulette effect. The symbol "2" is displayed as a symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p. In this way, the gaming machine 10 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, so that the middle symbol 701C and the middle symbol 702C display the small symbol group 702 during the roulette effect. Can guide the stop symbol of the large symbol group 701.

  At this time, the large symbol group 701 corresponds to the left symbol 701L of the large symbol group 701 and the left symbol 702L of the small symbol group 702, or the right symbol 701R of the large symbol group 701 and the right symbol 702R of the small symbol group 702. May or may not correspond. The display screen 716 displays an example in which the right symbol 701R and the right symbol 702R both correspond to the symbol “3”, and the left symbol 701L and the left symbol 702L do not correspond to the symbol “3” and the symbol “1”.

  On the display screen 717 shown in FIG. 51B, the large symbol group 701 is a multi-line active line display, and the small symbol group 702 is a single-line active line display. On the display screen 717, the middle symbol 701C of the large symbol group 701 displays symbol "2" as a symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, and the middle symbol 702C of the small symbol group 702 is The symbol "2" is displayed as the middle symbol 702C corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect. In this way, the gaming machine 10 displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol candidate 708a indicated by the pointer 708p as a result of the roulette effect, so that the middle symbol 701C and the middle symbol 702C display the small symbol group 702 during the roulette effect. Can guide the stop symbol of the large symbol group 701.

  At this time, the large symbol group 701 and the small symbol group 702 differ in the number of active lines and the number of symbols to be displayed. Therefore, if there is a correspondence between the middle symbol 701C and the middle symbol 702C, the correspondence relationship will be extended to other symbols. It is not necessary to have Even in such a case, the gaming machine 10 can clearly show that the small symbol group 702 during the roulette effect guides the stop symbol of the large symbol group 701.

  Next, the relationship between the symbol cycle variation cycle (small symbol group variation cycle) in the small symbol group 702 and the rotation cycle (roulette variation cycle) of the pointer 708p in the roulette effect display 708 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 52 is a diagram illustrating an example of a small symbol group fluctuation cycle and a roulette fluctuation cycle according to a modified example of the third embodiment.

  The gaming machine 10 fluctuates and displays the small symbol group 702 at a constant speed using the small symbol group fluctuation cycle as the fluctuation cycle TA during the fluctuation display period t0 to t4 of the fluctuation display game. On the other hand, when there is a roulette effect period from t1 to t3 in the fluctuating display period of the fluctuating display game from t0 to t4, the gaming machine 10 sets the roulette fluctuating period in the period from t1 to t2 as the fluctuating period TB. The pointer 708p is rotated and displayed at a constant speed, and the pointer 708p is rotated and displayed at a constant speed in a period from t2 to t3 with a roulette fluctuation period as a fluctuation period TC. Each of the fluctuation periods TB and TC is longer than the fluctuation period TA. Note that when the gaming machine 10 sets two or more fluctuation periods in the roulette effect period, it is desirable that all the fluctuation periods be longer than the fluctuation period TA, but at least one fluctuation period is longer than the fluctuation period TA. It may have a long cycle. Further, the gaming machine 10 may set only one fluctuation cycle without setting two or more fluctuation cycles in the roulette effect period. In that case, only one fluctuation cycle is set to be shorter than the fluctuation cycle TA. It is a long cycle.

  Next, the relationship between the fluctuation speed of the symbol row in the small symbol group 702 (small symbol group fluctuation speed) and the rotation speed of the pointer 708p in the roulette effect display 708 (roulette fluctuation speed) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 53 is a diagram illustrating an example of a small symbol group variation speed and a roulette variation speed of a modification of the third embodiment.

  The gaming machine 10 fluctuates and displays the small symbol group 702 at a constant speed with the small symbol group fluctuation speed being the fluctuation speed v0 during the fluctuation display period t0 to t4 of the fluctuation display game. On the other hand, when there is a roulette effect period from t1 to t3 in the fluctuation display period of the fluctuation display game from t0 to t4, the gaming machine 10 sets the roulette fluctuation speed in the period from t1 to t2 as the fluctuation speed v1. The pointer 708p is rotated and displayed at a constant speed, and during the period from t2 to t3, the roulette fluctuation speed is set to the fluctuation speed v2 and the pointer 708p is rotated and displayed at a constant speed. The fluctuation speeds v1 and v2 are both higher than the fluctuation speed v0. Note that when the gaming machine 10 sets two or more fluctuating speeds in the roulette effect period, it is desirable that all the fluctuating speeds be higher than the fluctuating speed v0, but at least one fluctuating speed is higher than the fluctuating speed v0. It may be a high speed. Further, the gaming machine 10 may set only one fluctuating speed without setting two or more fluctuating speeds in the roulette effect period. In that case, the only fluctuating speed is higher than the fluctuating speed v0. Fast speed.

  In the gaming machine 10, the roulette fluctuation period is longer than the small symbol group fluctuation period, and it is preferable that the roulette fluctuation speed is faster than the small symbol group fluctuation speed. There may be.

  In such a gaming machine 10, since the roulette effect suggests a mode of stopping the small symbol group 702, it is possible to attract the interest of the player not only to the large symbol group 701 but also to the small symbol group 702.

  Next, a modified example of the roulette effect display 708 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 54 is a diagram illustrating an example of a roulette effect screen according to a modified example of the third embodiment. In the roulette effect display 708, the display position of the symbol candidates 708a to 708d is fixed, and the roulette effect is performed by rotating the pointer 708p. However, if the symbol candidate is presented and the one symbol is selected, the other is selected. May be adopted.

  In the roulette effect display 720 shown in FIG. 54 (1), a window 721 corresponding to the pointer is fixedly displayed instead of the pointer 708p, and the symbol candidates 708a to 708d are rotated and displayed. The roulette effect display 720 sets a symbol facing from the window 721 as a symbol selected as a result of the roulette effect.

  In the roulette effect display 722 shown in FIG. 54 (2), a plurality of rectangular areas 723 are arranged in a matrix, and symbol candidates 708a to 708d are arranged one by one in each rectangular area. The roulette effect display 722 displays the selected rectangular area 723 brightly, displays the non-selected rectangular area 723 dark, and switches between the selected rectangular area 723 and the non-selected rectangular area 723. In the roulette effect display 722, the symbol finally arranged in the brightly displayed rectangular area is the symbol selected as a result of the roulette effect.

The gaming machine 10 (including modifications) of the third embodiment described above has the following features in one aspect.
(1) The gaming machine 10 has first variable display means (effect control device 300, display device 41, large symbol group 701) and second variable display means (effect control device 300, display device 41, small symbol group 702). And control means (effect control device 300). The first change display means displays a result of the game by a change display of the first symbol row. The second variation display means displays a game result by a variation display of a second symbol row different from the first symbol row. In the first variation display means, the control means includes an option (a symbol candidate 708a to 708d) that includes one symbol from among symbols included in the first symbol column and corresponding to the symbols included in the second symbol column. ) Is determined and the options are variably displayed in the first cycle (roulette variation), and the second variation display means displays all symbols included in the second symbol row in the second cycle shorter than the first cycle. The display is changed in a cycle (small symbol group change cycle). (FIGS. 45 to 48, FIG. 52)
(2) The options of (1) include an option that suggests a miss and an option that suggests a hit.

(3) The options of (1) include an option that suggests a loss, an option that suggests a hit, and a special symbol that is not included in the symbol row and that guides the progress of the game.
[Fourth embodiment]
Next, a gaming machine 10 according to a fourth embodiment will be described. The gaming machine 10 aims to improve the user interface by various configurations provided in the gaming machine 10. First, a configuration for improving the user interface in front of the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 55 is a front view illustrating an example of the gaming machine according to the fourth embodiment.

  The gaming machine 10 has a replaceable top unit 800 above the front frame 12. The top unit 800 is a unit type that can be exchanged depending on the model, and enables an effect having characteristics for each unit. For example, the top unit 800 may be a decoration device including a lamp and an LED, and can perform a light emission effect by complementing the frame decoration device 18. The top unit 800 may be a sound output device including a speaker, and can perform sound effects by complementing the speakers 19a and 19b. The top unit 800 may be an effect device including a movable mechanism, and can perform an action effect by complementing the board effect device 44 (movable role). The top unit 800 is a multi-directing unit capable of performing two or more effects in a complex manner, without being limited to only one of light-emitting effects, sound effects, action effects, and other effects. Is also good.

  Further, the top unit 800 may hold a sheet on which a model name or the like is displayed between the base member and the clear cover, and by exchanging the game board 30 with a corresponding sheet when exchanging the model. The base member and the clear cover may be shared between different models to reduce costs.

  In the gaming machine 10, the frame (base member) 803 of the glass frame 15 is black. The frame 803 partitions the frame decoration device 18 provided on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15 and the game board 30. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can emphasize the decorative effect of the frame decoration device 18 that emits light in the field of view of the player who watches the game board 30 (for example, the display device 41 and various winning openings). Further, the gaming machine 10 can reduce the feeling of oppression of the glass frame 15 in the field of view of the player watching the game board 30.

  In addition, the frame 803 partitions the effect button 25 provided below the glass frame 15 and the game board 30. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can emphasize the effect of the effect button 25 for effecting (for example, light emission, vibration, protruding action, etc.) in the field of view of the player watching the game board 30. In addition, the frame portion 803 can be used as a background of the effect button 25 to make the effect of the effect button 25 stand out. Further, the gaming machine 10 can reduce the feeling of oppression of the glass frame 15 in the field of view of the player watching the game board 30. Note that the gaming machine 10 assists the partitioning function of the frame portion 803 by setting the gaming ball accommodation surface of the upper plate 21 to black. The game ball accommodation surface of the upper plate 21 has a function of partitioning the option setting section 29 and the game board 30.

  In the gaming machine 10, the frame portion 803 is black, but any other color such as gray may be used as long as the color has the same properties as black (image effects such as shrinking color and receding color). . If the frame portion 803 is not black but a color having a property different from black such as red (image effects such as an expanded color and an advanced color), the gaming machine 10 can be viewed in the field of view of the player watching the gaming board 30. The frame portion 803 becomes an obstacle, and the sense of oppression of the glass frame 15 is emphasized.

Next, a configuration for improving the user interface of the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 56 is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the gaming machine according to the fourth embodiment.
The gaming machine 10 pivotally supports the front frame 12 on the front left side of the outer frame 11 and has the right end of the front frame 12 open and closed. The game board 30 (not shown) is supported by the outer frame 11 and faces the front side through the cover glass of the glass frame 15. The gaming machine 10 also supports a lower plate unit 804 that is separate from the front frame 12.

  The front frame 12 includes a housing recess 801 that can house the top unit 800 and a connection mechanism 802 that connects the top unit 800 and the front frame 12. The front frame 12 protects the top unit 800 by accommodating the top unit 800 in the accommodating recess 801 and exhibits a design effect in which the front frame 12 and the top unit 800 are integrated. The top unit 800 is electrically and mechanically connected by the connection mechanism 802 and is irremovably locked (for example, the fitted state is held by a locking claw). The connection mechanism 802 can be unlocked from the back side of the front frame 12, that is, in the open state of the front frame 12 (for example, has a release operation unit for releasing the holding state of the locking claw), and is used for maintenance and the like. The top unit 800 is made removable during maintenance work.

  When the top unit 800 has a movable mechanism and performs an action effect, the gaming machine 10 may cause the movable portion of the top unit 800 to protrude forward or to operate upward or downward. In such a case, the top unit 800 is accommodated and held in the accommodating recess 801 so that a dynamic effect can be performed at the time of movement. Suppress the feeling.

  The front frame 12 is provided with a pair of speaker decorations 805 on the left and right sides of the upper part so as to protrude toward the front side. The speaker decoration 805 is provided so as to sandwich the housing recess 801, and when the top unit 800 is housed, the approximate outer shape of the top unit 800 is contained within the range indicated by the speaker decoration 805 to reduce the sense of pressure on the player.

  Note that the speaker decoration 805 is on the front side of the speaker 19a, closes the front side, and opens the periphery (for example, the lower part or the side facing the game board 30). Thus, the speaker decoration 805 avoids directing the output sound of the speaker 19a to the player, and realizes indirect sound to the player indirectly.

  Therefore, even if the gaming machine 10 includes the top unit 800 having a size extending to the front side of the speaker decoration 805, the sound effect of the output sound of the speaker 19a is not impaired. That is, the gaming machine 10 can realize a stable sound effect regardless of whether the top unit 800 has a size that interferes with the front side of the speaker decoration 805.

  In addition, the frame decoration device 18 has a window in which the inner cover faces the side cover, so that light leaking from the side cover window through the inner cover can be observed. In the gaming machine 10, the decoration effect of the frame decoration device 18 can be enhanced by the light emission of the side cover itself and the light leaking from the window of the side cover.

  Next, the arrangement of the speaker decoration 805 and the speaker 19a on the front frame 12 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 57 is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the front frame according to the fourth embodiment.

  The front frame 12 includes a pair of speakers 19a on the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame base 806. The speaker 19a is disposed with the sound output direction facing the game board 30. That is, the upper left speaker 19a of the front frame base 806 tilts the sound output direction to the lower right side from the front of the gaming machine, and the upper right speaker 19a of the front frame base 806 changes the sound output direction from the front of the gaming machine. Also tilt left down. The speaker decoration 805 is disposed on the front frame base 806 so as to cover the sound output direction of the speaker 19a and to provide a gap capable of outputting indirect sound toward the player. Thereby, the gaming machine 10 can output a powerful sound toward the player. Further, the gaming machine 10 suitably suppresses interference with the sound output of another gaming machine arranged in parallel.

  In the front frame 12, the glass frame 15 is disposed above the front frame base 806, and the upper plate unit 807 is disposed below the front frame base 806 at a position that is not interfered by the opening and closing operation of the glass frame 15. I do.

Next, the upper plate unit 807 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 58 is a plan view showing an example of the upper plate unit of the fourth embodiment.
The upper plate unit 807 has a substantially semicircular shape in plan view, is connected to the front frame base 806 at a surface corresponding to a string, and directs a surface corresponding to an arc toward the player. In the upper plate unit 807, the effect button 25 is disposed in the center, the upper plate 21 is disposed on the front frame base 806 side and on the left side of the effect button 25, and the effect button 25 is disposed on the front frame base 806 side. A ball release lever 808 and a smartphone mounting portion 809 are provided on the right side of the. The ball removal lever 808 is an operation lever for removing a game ball from the upper plate 21 to the lower plate. The smartphone mounting unit 809 enables the smartphone mounted on the mounting surface to be held on the upper plate unit 807. The smartphone mounting portion 809 is provided with three ribs having different angles and lengths on the mounting surface so as to support mounting of smartphones having different shapes. Note that the gaming machine 10 has a display device provided at a position corresponding to the camera of the smartphone placed on the smartphone placing portion 809, and can read necessary information from the smartphone placed on the smartphone placing portion 809. Is also good.

  The upper plate unit 807 includes a card balance display section 810 capable of displaying the balance of the prepaid card, a lending button 811 capable of accepting a game lending operation within the range of the balance of the prepaid card, and a return operation of the prepaid card. An acceptable return button 812 is arranged on the right side of the effect button 25.

  In the upper plate unit 807, an option setting unit 29 for setting various options by the player is disposed on the right side of the effect button 25. The option setting unit 29 can receive a four-directional input operation, a cross cursor switch 29b, a center switch 29c at the center of the cross cursor switch 29b, which can receive a determination operation, and the like, and an adjustment operation for increasing the volume. And a minus adjustment button 29e capable of accepting an adjustment operation for reducing the volume. The cross cursor switch 29b, the center switch 29c, the plus adjustment button 29d, and the minus adjustment button 29e correspond to the setting switch 29a in the first embodiment.

  In the upper plate unit 807, an operation panel 813 is provided so as to surround the circular effect button 25. The operation panel 813 is plated so as to be able to reflect decorative light for decorating the effect button 25. Thus, the operation panel 813 contributes to the improvement of the decorative effect of the effect button 25.

  Next, assembling of the upper plate unit 807 and the effect button 25 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 59 is a perspective view showing an example of assembling the effect buttons of the fourth embodiment. The upper plate unit 807 includes an effect button unit 814 and an upper plate base unit 815. The upper plate base unit 815 includes an upper plate unit storage section 816. The upper plate unit housing portion 816 houses an effect button unit 814 that is surrounded by the operation panel 813 and has a generally cylindrical shape.

  The effect button 25 is a user interface unit facing the player from the upper plate unit 807, and is a part of the effect button unit 814. The effect button unit 814 can be electrically connected to the upper plate base unit 815 in a state of being housed (fitted) in the upper plate unit housing portion 816, and can be connected to the upper plate by required fixing means (for example, screwing). It is fixed to the base unit 815.

  Since the effect button unit 814 faces the effect button 25 from the recess formed by the operation panel 813, there is a possibility that the effect button unit 814 will be flooded when a liquid such as juice or coffee spills on the operation panel 813. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 is provided with a flood protection mechanism for protecting the effect button unit 814 from flooding in the upper plate base unit 815. The details of the flood protection mechanism will be described later.

  Next, the component configuration of the upper plate base unit 815 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 60 is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the upper plate base unit of the fourth embodiment. The upper plate base unit 815 includes an upper plate base 817, a button base 818, an LED substrate base (R) 820, an LED substrate base (L) 821, an upper plate frame 822, an operation panel base 823, and an upper plate. A lens (R) 824 and an upper lens (L) 825 are included.

  The upper plate base 817 is a component serving as a base of the upper plate 21, and includes the speaker 19 b below the upper plate 21. The button base 818 supports the effect button 25. The button base 818 includes a reinforcing plate 819, and suppresses sinking of the operation panel base 823 due to a pressing operation of the effect button 25.

  The LED substrate base (R) 820 includes an LED substrate having an LED for decorating the right side of the upper plate unit 807, a base portion supporting the LED substrate, and a ball passage from the upper plate 21 to the lower plate 23. The LED board base (L) 821 includes an LED board having LEDs for decorating the left side of the upper plate unit 807, and a base portion supporting the LED board. The upper plate frame 822 includes an upper plate lens (R) 824 that enhances the decorative effect of the LED that decorates the right side of the upper plate unit 807, and an upper plate lens (L) that enhances the decorative effect of the LED that decorates the left side of the upper plate unit 807. ) 825 and the operation panel base 823.

  The operation panel base 823 includes a board for the card balance display section 810, a lending button 811, and a return button 812, a board for the option setting section 29, and an operation panel 813.

  Next, an overview of the effect button unit 814 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 61 is a perspective view illustrating an example of the effect button unit according to the fourth embodiment. In the effect button unit 814 shown in FIG. 61, a button frame, which will be described later, is omitted for easy understanding of the appearance.

  The effect button unit 814 has a guide groove 826 around the effect button 25 and a lower water inlet 827 on the front side of the effect button 25. The guide groove 826 is a groove surrounding the outer periphery of the effect button 25, and is connected to a lower water inlet 827 that guides water (including juice, coffee, and other liquids) guided from the guide groove 826 to a lower portion. Since the effect button unit 814 is slightly inclined forward, the water that has flowed down into the guide groove 826 is guided to the lower water inlet 827 by gravity. The lower water inlet 827 is provided with a plurality of ribs in the vertical direction so that water can easily flow to the lower part. In addition, the guiding groove 826 temporarily drains water around the effect button 25 by temporarily storing water when a liquid such as water (hereinafter referred to as water) spills around the effect button 25, The operation environment of the effect button 25 is restored at an early stage.

  Next, the component configuration of the effect button unit 814 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 62 is an exploded perspective view illustrating an example of the effect button unit according to the fourth embodiment. The effect button unit 814 includes a button frame 828, a button lens 830, a button lens decoration 831, a button inner lens (upper) 832, a button inner lens (lower) 833, a reflector 834, a reflector base 835, and a button. A lower base 837 and a button unit base 842 are provided.

  The button frame 828 is a decorative member that decorates the periphery of the effect button 25. The button frame 828 is provided with a boss 829 and is fitted to a fitting portion 848 provided in the button unit base 842 to be screw-fixed.

  The button lens 830 is an operation surface of the effect button 25. The button lens 830 is engaged with and fixed to the button lower base 837. The button lens 830 is a transparent clear part, and produces a decoration between the button lens 830 and the base 837 below the button. In addition, the button lens 830 includes a guide groove 826 around the button lens 830.

  The button lens decoration 831 is a decoration member having a design “PUSH” facing the outside through the button lens 830. The button lens decoration 831 is fixed to the button lower base 837 by engaging a pair of legs with a notch on the outer periphery of the button lower base 837.

  The in-button lens (upper) 832 and the in-button lens (lower) 833 are lens members that enhance the decorative effect of the LED on the LED board 839 of the under-button base 837. The reflector 834 and the reflector base 835 are reflection members that increase the irradiation efficiency of the irradiation light of the LED included in the LED board 839. For example, the reflector 834 and the reflector base 835 have a plurality of reflection surfaces that have been subjected to reflection processing by unevenness or the like.

  The button inner lens (upper) 832 is engaged with the reflector 834 and fixed, and is also engaged with the button inner lens (lower) 833 and fixed to the button inner lens (lower) 833. The button inner lens (lower) 833 includes a boss 849, and is fitted to a fitting portion 858 of the reflector base 835 and fixed to the reflector base 835.

  The reflector base 835 includes a boss 836, penetrates the boss 836 into a through hole 841 provided in the button lower base 837, fits into the fitting portion 845 provided in the button unit base 842, and is fixed to the button unit base 842. .

  The button lower base 837 includes a lower water inlet 827, a telescopic leg 838, an LED board 839, a light blocking plate 840, and a through hole 841. The telescopic leg 838 is a leg that can be expanded and contracted by elasticity, and expands and contracts, for example, by incorporating a spring. The telescopic leg 838 loosely fits into the fitting portion 844 of the button unit base 842, and moves the button lower base 837 up and down according to the operation state of the effect button 25. That is, the telescopic leg 838 contracts by the pressing operation of the effect button 25 and expands by elasticity by releasing the pressing operation of the effect button 25, thereby moving the button lower base 837 together with the effect button 25 up and down. In addition, the elastic legs 838 give the effect button 25 an appropriate operation feeling by elasticity. The LED board 839 is located at the center of the eight LEDs arranged in a circle so as to surround the reflector 834 and the eight LEDs arranged in a circle below the inner lens (upper) 832 of the button. A total of nine LEDs including one LED are mounted. The light-shielding plate 840 enables the light-transmitting state and the light-shielding state of the photosensor 843 included in the button unit base 842 to be switched according to the position of the button lower base 837, that is, the operation state of the effect button 25.

  The button unit base 842 includes a photo sensor 843, a fitting part 844, a fitting part 845, a motor 846, and a buffer member 847. The photo sensor 843 detects the operation state of the effect button 25 from the light transmitting state and the light shielding state switched by the light shielding plate 840. The motor 846 generates vibration by rotating the eccentric shaft, and vibrates the effect button unit 814 including the effect button 25 to perform a vibration effect. Note that the gaming machine 10 may perform a vibration effect by the operation of a solenoid or the sound pressure of a speaker instead of the rotation operation of the motor 846. The buffer member 847 is a shock absorbing material such as urethane or rubber, and contacts the bottom surface of the button unit base 842 to reduce the operation shock of the effect button 25 and protect the extendable leg 838.

  Although the button lower base 837 has the telescopic legs 838, it may have fixed legs in place of the telescopic legs 838. In this case, the fixed leg abuts on the button unit base 842 via an elastic member such as a spring. As a result, the lower button base 837 can move up and down together with the effect button 25 because the elastic member contracts when the effect button 25 is pressed and the elastic member expands when the effect button 25 is released.

  When the effect button 25 is operated, the effect button unit 814 includes a button frame 828, an inner lens (upper) 832, an inner lens (lower) 833, a reflector 834, a reflector base 835, and a button. The unit base 842 is fixed, and the button lens 830, the button lens decoration 831, and the button lower base 837 can be moved. That is, the effect button unit 814 makes the light emitting unit (the button bottom base 837), the design unit (the button lens decoration 831), and the observation surface (the button lens 830) movable, and the reflecting unit (the reflector 834 and the reflector base 835). Then, the diffusion portions (the button inner lens (upper) 832 and the button inner lens (lower) 833) are fixed. Therefore, the effect button unit 814 can change the decoration effect of the effect button 25 on the observation surface according to the player's operation. Such an effect button unit 814 can enhance interest in operating the effect button 25.

  Next, the drainage mechanism of the effect button unit 814 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 63 is a plan view illustrating an example of the effect button unit according to the fourth embodiment. In the effect button unit 814 shown in FIG. 63, a button frame, which will be described later, is omitted for easy understanding of the appearance.

  The effect button unit 814 includes side guiding ports 850 and 851 in addition to the guiding groove 826 and the lower water guiding port 827 described with reference to FIG. The effect button unit 814 drains the water guided to the guide groove 826 below the broken line L in the figure from the lower water inlet 827 to the lower side, and the water guided to the guide groove 826 below the broken line L to the side. Water is drained from the unit guide ports 850 and 851 toward the operation panel base 823.

  Next, the drainage mechanism of the operation panel base 823 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 64 is a perspective view illustrating an example of an operation panel base according to the fourth embodiment. Note that the operation panel base 823 shown in FIG. 64 omits illustration of operation buttons and the like of the option setting unit 29 in order to easily grasp the appearance.

  The operation panel base 823 includes guide grooves 852 and 853. The guide groove 852 guides the drainage from the side guide opening 850 to the button lower base 837, and the guide groove 853 guides the drainage from the side guide opening 851 to the button lower base 837.

  Here, the drainage mechanism of the upper plate unit 807 will be described with reference to FIGS. 65 and 66. FIG. 65 is a (1) front view, (2) AA sectional view, and (3) principal part sectional view showing an example of the upper plate unit of the fourth embodiment. FIG. 66 is a (1) plan view, (2) BB cross-sectional view, and (3) image of water storage showing an example of the upper plate unit of the fourth embodiment.

  FIG. 65A is a front view of the upper plate unit 807. FIG. 65 (2) is a sectional view of the upper plate unit 807 taken along the line AA in FIG. 65 (1). FIG. 65 (3) is a cross-sectional view of a main part (portion surrounded by broken line A1) of upper plate unit 807 in FIG. 65 (2). FIG. 66A is a plan view of the upper plate unit 807. FIG. 66 (2) is a sectional view of the upper plate unit 807 taken along the line BB in FIG. 66 (1). FIG. 66 (3) is an image diagram of water storage when the upper plate unit 807 is observed from the front.

  The drainage from the lower water inlet 827 of the effect button unit 814 first passes through the flow path of the drainage flow F1. The drain flow F1 reaches the second space 855 via the lower water inlet 827 and the first space 854. The first space 854 is a space located above the operation panel base 823. The second space 855 is a space formed by the stepped portion of the upper plate frame 822 and the operation panel base 823. The drainage stored in the second space 855 is stored as indicated by a hatched portion in FIG. 66 (3). The second space 855 has a sufficient capacity to store enough water to the extent that the player accidentally spills water. Thus, the upper plate unit 807 has a water storage function of storing drainage. The upper plate unit 807 may naturally evaporate the stored water, or may be provided with a drainage mechanism and drained by a drainage operation by a staff member or the like.

  Note that the upper plate unit 807 tilts the effect button unit 814 forward, and a drainage mechanism is provided on the front side of the upper plate unit 807, so that the sliding mechanism unit such as the extendable leg 838 in the effect button unit 814 is drained. Isolate. Thereby, the upper plate unit 807 protects the effect button unit 814 from drainage. The upper plate unit 807 does not affect the operability of the effect button 25 even when draining a viscous liquid such as juice or coffee.

  The drainage from the lower water inlet 827 of the effect button unit 814 passes through the drainage flow F2 when a large amount of water is spilled and the drainage cannot be stored only in the second space 855. The drain flow F2 reaches the third space 856 from the overflow portion of the second space 855. The third space 856 is a space formed by the upper plate frame 822 and the button base 818.

  The third space 856 also has a sufficient capacity to store water to such an extent that the player accidentally spills water. In this way, the upper plate unit 807 can store the drainage overflowing the second space 855. Therefore, upper plate unit 807 has third space 856 as a second water storage function that complements the first water storage function. Note that the upper plate unit 807 may naturally evaporate the stored water without providing a drainage mechanism in both the second space 855 and the third space 856, or the second space 855 and the third space 856 A drainage mechanism may be provided in at least one of them, and drainage may be performed by a drainage operation by a staff or the like.

  The effect button unit 814 includes side guiding ports 850 and 851 in addition to the guiding groove 826 and the lower water guiding port 827 described with reference to FIG. The effect button unit 814 drains the water guided to the guide groove 826 below the broken line L in the figure from the lower water inlet 827 to the lower side, and the water guided to the guide groove 826 below the broken line L to the side. Water is drained from the unit guide ports 850 and 851 toward the operation panel base 823.

  Next, the drainage flow from the side guide ports 850 and 851 of the effect button unit 814 will be described with reference to FIGS. 67 and 68. FIG. 67 is (1) a plan view, (2) a cross-sectional view taken along the line CC, and (3) a cross-sectional view of a main part showing an example of the upper plate unit of the fourth embodiment. FIG. 68 is a diagram illustrating an example of a water storage image of the upper plate unit according to the fourth embodiment.

  FIG. 67A is a plan view of the upper plate unit 807. FIG. FIG. 67 (2) is a sectional view of the upper plate unit 807 taken along line CC in FIG. 67 (1). FIG. 67 (3) is a cross-sectional view of a main part (portion surrounded by broken line C1) of upper plate unit 807 in FIG. 67 (2). FIG. 68 (1) is a water storage image diagram of the first water storage space when the button base 818 is viewed in plan. FIG. 68 (2) is a water storage image of the second water storage space when the button base 818 is viewed in plan. It is an image figure.

  Drainage from the side guide opening 851 of the effect button unit 814 first passes through the flow path of the drainage flow F3. The drainage flow F <b> 3 flows down the side guide port 851, the back side of the button frame 828, the inner wall side of the operation panel base 823, and the inner wall side of the reinforcing plate 819, and the water storage section below the reinforcing plate 819 of the button base 818. 861. The drainage stored in the water storage unit 861 is stored as indicated by the hatched portion in FIG. The water storage section 861 has a sufficient capacity to store water as long as the water is spilled by the player by mistake. Thus, the upper plate unit 807 has a water storage function of storing drainage. The upper plate unit 807 may naturally evaporate the stored water, or may be provided with a drainage mechanism and drained by a drainage operation by a staff member or the like.

  In addition, the drainage from the side guide opening 851 of the effect button unit 814 passes through the flow path of the drainage flow F4 when a large amount of water is spilled and the drainage cannot be stored only in the water storage unit 861. The drain flow F4 reaches the water storage 862 from the overflow of the water storage 861. The water storage portion 862 is a space formed in the button frame 828, and is a water storage space provided in the engagement portion 863 of the button base 818 that engages the effect button unit 814.

  The water storage section 862 also has a sufficient capacity to store water to the extent that the player accidentally spills water. As described above, the upper plate unit 807 can store the wastewater overflowing from the water storage unit 861 in the water storage unit 862. Note that the upper plate unit 807 may naturally evaporate the stored water without providing a drainage mechanism in both the water storage unit 861 and the water storage unit 862, or at least one of the water storage unit 861 and the water storage unit 862. A drainage mechanism may be provided in the apparatus, and drainage may be performed by a drainage operation by a staff member or the like. Further, the upper plate unit 807 may cause drainage that cannot be completely stored even by the water storage unit 862 to overflow into the third space 856 (see FIG. 65). Further, the upper plate unit 807 may be provided with a drainage mechanism in the third space 856 so that drainage is performed by a drainage operation by a staff member or the like. According to this, even when a large amount of water is spilled and a large amount of water is stored in the third space 856, the upper plate unit 807 can be used for the effect button unit 814, other substrates, and electric and electronic devices such as LEDs. Parts can be protected from water and its influence on operability can be eliminated. In addition, the upper plate unit 807 has a plurality of water reservoirs in multiple stages, so that it is possible to obtain sufficient time before the drainage mechanism is operated, and to reduce the influence of flooding.

  In the gaming machine 10, as shown in FIG. 68 (1), a water storage space may be provided in the reinforcing plate 819 of the button base 818, and the drainage may be stored inside the reinforcing plate 819. According to this, the gaming machine 10 can close the area affected by water within the water storage space.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 68 (2), the gaming machine 10 may be configured to store the wastewater separately from the effect button unit 814. According to this, the gaming machine 10 can close the effect area of the water in the water storage space away from the effect button unit 814.

  In the gaming machine 10, the inside of the reinforcing plate 819 is used as a first water storage space, the engaging portion 860 is used as a second water storage space, and water is first stored in the first water storage space. Water may be stored in the space.

  Note that the above processing functions can be realized by a computer. In this case, a program describing the processing contents of the functions that the gaming machine of the embodiment should have is provided. By executing the program on a computer, the processing functions are realized on the computer. The program describing the processing content can be recorded on a computer-readable recording medium. Examples of the computer-readable recording medium include a magnetic storage device, an optical disk, a magneto-optical recording medium, and a semiconductor memory. The magnetic storage device includes a hard disk device (HDD), a flexible disk (FD), a magnetic tape, and the like. The optical disk includes a DVD (Digital Versatile Disk), a DVD-RAM, a CD (Compact Disk) -ROM / RW (ReWritable), and the like. The magneto-optical recording medium includes an MO (Magneto-Optical disk) and the like.

  When distributing the program, for example, portable recording media such as DVDs and CD-ROMs on which the program is recorded are sold. Alternatively, the program may be stored in a storage device of a server computer, and the program may be transferred from the server computer to another computer via a network.

  The computer that executes the program stores, for example, the program recorded on the portable recording medium or the program transferred from the server computer in its own storage device. Then, the computer reads the program from its own storage device and executes processing according to the program. Note that the computer can also read the program directly from the portable recording medium and execute processing according to the program. Further, the computer can also execute processing according to the received program each time the program is transferred from a server computer connected via a network.

  Further, at least a part of the above processing functions can be realized by an electronic circuit such as a DSP (Digital Signal Processor), an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), or a PLD (Programmable Logic Device).

  The gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine as shown in the disclosed embodiment as a gaming machine, but may include, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, and the like. The present invention can be applied to all gaming machines that use a game ball, and slot machines that are gaming machines that use medals.

  The disclosed embodiments are to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive. Moreover, you may apply combining each structure of the above-mentioned embodiment and a modification. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

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Claims (1)

First variable display means for displaying a result of the game by a variable display of the first symbol row;
Second variation display means for displaying a result of the game by a variation display of a second symbol row different from the first symbol row;
The first variation display means determines an option including a part of the symbols from the symbols corresponding to the symbols included in the first symbol row and corresponding to the symbols included in the second symbol row. When changing and displaying in the first cycle,
A control unit for causing the second variation display unit to variably display all symbols included in the second symbol row in a second cycle shorter than the first cycle;
Gaming machines including.

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