JP2020073195A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To improve game interest.SOLUTION: Performance execution means capable of executing a prescribed performance is constituted so as to be able to execute an update performance for updating the amount until reaching a specific amount. The update performance includes a first update performance for updating the amount at one update interval until reaching the specific amount, and a second update performance for updating the amount at a plurality of update intervals until reaching the specific amount, and the first update performance is not finished until reaching the specific amount, but the second update performance is sometimes finished before reaching the specific amount.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that determines whether or not to play a special game advantageous to a player.

  As a conventional game machine, there is one that can perform variable display of symbols and can be controlled to an advantageous state (big hit etc.) advantageous to the player when the variable display result is a special symbol.

  In such a gaming machine, the timer advance notice effect is started at various timings during the variable display, and when the display time reaches 0.0 after a predetermined time has elapsed, the player displays a "super heat" or the like to the player. There was a thing to inform the jackpot expectation. The timer notice production includes a long-time timer notice production and a short-time timer notice production.

JP, 2005-85082, A

  Further improvements are required for the gaming machines provided with such timer advance notice effects in order to improve the interest of the game.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to improve amusement of the game.

  In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention has a determination means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to a player, and a normal game state and a specific game state different from the normal game state. It is provided with a game state control means capable of controlling, and a performance executing means capable of executing a predetermined performance, and the performance executing means can execute an update effect for updating the amount up to a specific amount, The update effect includes a first update effect that updates the amount at an update interval of 1 until reaching the specific amount, and a second update effect that updates the amount at multiple update intervals until reaching the specific amount. Including, the first update effect does not end after the first update effect is started and before reaching the specific amount, and the second update effect starts the second update effect. May be finished before reaching the specified amount. The features.

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

It is a figure showing an example of a front view of a game machine. It is a block diagram showing a circuit configuration of a gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the example of the correspondence of a fluctuation pattern and fluctuation production. It is a figure which shows the example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a figure showing an example of a timer effect (non-time saving state, at the time of a change start) selection table. It is a figure showing an example of a timer effect addition table. It is a figure showing an example of a timer effect contents selection table. It is a diagram showing an example of a timer effect (time saving state, at the time of winning a start) selection table. It is a figure showing an example of a timer effect in a non-time saving state. It is a figure which shows the example of the timer effect image displayed by each timer effect. It is the figure which shows the example of the timer production in the time saving state. It is a figure which shows the example of the display mode of a change corresponding icon. It is a figure which shows the example of the display mode of a cut-in image. It is the figure which shows the timing chart of the fluctuation production which executes the timer production in the non-time saving state. It is the figure which shows the timing chart of the fluctuation production which executes the timer production in the non-time saving state. It is the figure which shows the timing chart of the fluctuation production which executes the timer production in the non-time saving state. It is the figure which shows the timing chart of the fluctuation production which executes the timer production in the non-time saving state. It is the figure which shows the timing chart of the fluctuation production which executes the timer production in the non-time saving state. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect of FIG.17 (a). It is a figure which shows the example of an effect of Fig.18 (a). It is a figure which shows the modification of a timer effect.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention (hereinafter, also referred to as “the present embodiment”) will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a front view of the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment. The gaming machine 1 is composed of an outer frame attached to an island facility of a game store, and a glass frame rotatably attached to the outer frame on the front side (player side) of the outer frame. A game board 2 having a game area 3 in which game balls flow down is provided.

  An operation handle 4 is provided in the lower right portion of the outer frame of the gaming machine 1, and a player rotates the operation handle 4 to launch a game ball into the game area 3 through a rail 5. The game ball hit in the game area 3 falls unpredictably along the fall path by a nail or a windmill (not shown) provided in the game area 3.

  In the game area 3 of the game board 2, various winning openings (general winning opening 10, ordinary symbol gate 11, first starting opening 13, second starting opening 14, large winning opening 15) and an image display device 30. Is provided, and a decoration member 7 that surrounds the image display device 30 and prevents game balls from passing through the front surface thereof is provided. The decorative member 7 is provided with a movable accessory 36 and effect lamps 34a and 34b in which a lighting device 34 (see FIG. 2) is incorporated, on the upper portion thereof. At the bottom of the game area 3, there is provided an outlet 16 for ejecting a game ball that has not won any prize.

  Outside the game area 3 of the game board 2, a first special symbol display device 20, a second special symbol display device 21, a normal symbol display device 22, a first special symbol reservation display device 23, the second special symbol A hold display device 24 and a normal symbol hold display device 25 are provided.

  A play button 37, a cross key 38, and various buttons 39 (lens lending button, return button, and ball removing button) are provided on the trapezoidal portion formed in the lower portion of the game area 3 of the glass frame. .. Further, on the upper part of the glass frame, there are provided a production lamp 342 having a built-in lighting device 34 (see FIG. 2) and speakers 341, 343 having a built-in lighting device 34 driven by the sound output device 33 and outputting sound. ing.

  A plurality of general winning openings 10 (three in the lower left and one in the lower right in the present embodiment) are provided in the game area 3, and these general winning openings 10 have a general winning opening detection switch 10a (see FIG. 2). (See) is provided. When the general winning opening detection switch 10a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 10 game balls) is paid out.

  The first start port 13 is provided below the image display device 30 in the game area 3, and the second start port 14 is provided below the image display device 30. The second starting opening 14 has starting movable pieces 141 and 142, and is movably controlled between a closed state where the starting movable pieces 141 and 142 are vertically standing and an open state where they are tilted. When the second starting port 14 is controlled in the open mode, the starting movable pieces 141, 142 function as a tray, and the game balls can easily enter the second starting port 14. On the other hand, the second starting opening 14 has no chance of entering the game ball when in the closed mode, and has more chances of entering the game ball when in the open mode than in the closed mode.

  Here, the first starting opening 13 is provided with a first starting opening detection switch 13a (see FIG. 2) for detecting the entrance of a game ball, and the second starting opening 14 detects the entrance of a game ball. A 2-start opening detection switch 14a (see FIG. 2) is provided. When the first start opening detection switch 13a or the second start opening detection switch 14a detects the entry of a game ball, the jackpot determination for performing a "jackpot lottery" (also referred to as "jackpot determination") described later. A random number for use is extracted. Also, when the jackpot is determined to be a jackpot, a random number for the jackpot symbol to determine the special symbol to be stopped and displayed, a random number value for the variation pattern to determine the variation time of the special symbol, and a determination as a hit by the jackpot determination A random number value for effect determination (also referred to as a random value for reach determination) for determining whether or not to perform reach effect when extracted is also extracted.

Even when the first start opening detection switch 13a or the second start opening detection switch 14a detects the entry of the game ball, the predetermined winning opening detection switch 10a has the same predetermined value as when the general prize opening detection switch 10a detects the entry of the game ball. Prize balls (for example, three game balls) are paid out.
In addition, when the first start opening detection switch 13a detects the entry of the game ball, five game balls are paid out, and when the second start opening detection switch 14a detects the entry of the game ball, one piece is provided. When the first start opening detection switch 13a detects the entry of the game ball such that the game ball is paid out, and when the second start opening detection switch 14a detects the entry of the game ball The number of balls may be different.

  The normal symbol gate 11 is provided on the right side of the image display device 30 in the game area 3, and the special winning opening 15 is provided on the lower right side of the image display device 30. For this reason, unless the game ball has been hit with a strong force by turning the operation handle 4 largely and has passed the right side of the image display device 30, the game ball does not pass through the normal symbol gate 11 and the special winning opening 15 Or, a game ball is configured not to be won in the right general winning opening (not shown). In addition, as for the second starting opening 14 and one general winning opening 10 provided at the lower right, the game ball that has passed the right side of the image display device 30 is more prized than the game ball that has passed the left side of the image display device 30. It's easy to do. It should be noted that the first starting opening 13 and the three general winning openings 10 provided at the lower left are easier to win in the game ball that has passed the left side of the image display device 30.

  The ordinary symbol gate 11 is provided with a universal symbol gate detection switch 11a (see FIG. 2) for detecting passage (entry) of a game ball. Then, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 11, the universal symbol gate detection switch 11a detects the passage of the game ball, and a random number value for normal symbol determination for performing a "normal symbol lottery" described later is extracted.

  The special winning opening 15 is normally maintained in a closed state by an opening / closing door, which makes it impossible to enter a game ball. On the other hand, when a special game to be described later is started, the opening / closing door is opened, and the opening / closing door functions as a saucer for guiding the game ball into the special winning opening 15, so that the game ball enters the special winning opening 15. You can enter the ball. The special winning opening 15 is provided with a special winning opening detection switch 15a (see FIG. 2). When the special winning opening detection switch 15a detects the entry of a game ball, a preset winning ball (for example, 15 Individual game balls) will be paid out.

  The first special symbol display device 20 notifies the lottery result of the jackpot lottery that is carried out when the game ball enters the first starting opening 13, by means of the first special symbol, and is constituted by an LED or the like. It is composed of a plurality of lighting members. The special symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the jackpot lottery is not immediately notified, but is changed (flashes) for a predetermined time and then is stopped (lit). The second special symbol display device 21 is for notifying the lottery result of the jackpot lottery that is carried out when the game ball enters the second starting opening 14 by the second special symbol, and its function and The configuration is the same as the first special symbol display device 20. In this embodiment, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are collectively referred to as "special symbol" as appropriate.

  Here, "big hit lottery" (big hit determination) is based on the establishment of a start condition such as extracting a big hit determination random value when a game ball enters the first starting opening 13 or the second starting opening 14. Then, it is a process of determining whether or not the extracted jackpot determination random number value is a random number value corresponding to “big hit”.

  In addition, when the game ball enters the first start opening 13 or the second start opening 14 during the variable display of the special symbol or during the special game described later, and the jackpot lottery cannot be immediately performed, a certain condition is met. Under the circumstances, the right to win the jackpot is reserved. More specifically, when a game ball enters the second starting port 14, the random number value for jackpot determination extracted when the game ball enters the first starting port 13 is stored as the first hold, and the game ball enters the second starting port 14. The random number for jackpot determination and the like extracted in step 2 are stored as the second hold. For both of these holds, the upper limit hold number is set to 4, and the hold numbers are displayed on the first special symbol hold display device 23 and the second special symbol hold display device 24, respectively.

  In the probability variation state described later, the winning probability of the jackpot lottery is higher than in the probability variation state. In addition, when the number of holdings is 3 or more, the time for displaying the variation of the special symbol is shortened as compared with the case where the number is 2 or less. When in a time saving state, which will be described later, the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened compared to when not in the time saving state.

  The image display device 30 displays an image while the game is not being played, or displays a game effect image (hereinafter, also simply referred to as “effect image”) accompanying the game. Among them, three effect symbols for notifying the lottery result (judgment result) of the big hit lottery (big hit determination) are displayed, and the combination of the effect symbols having the same numerical value (for example, 777) is stopped and displayed. The fact that the determination result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot is notified.

  When the game ball enters the first starting opening 13 or the second starting opening 14, this effect symbol is variably displayed in accordance with the variation display of the special symbol, and the stop symbol of the special symbol is displayed after a lapse of a predetermined variation time. Also stop and display. That is, the timing of the variable display of the effect symbol and the special symbol and the timing of the stop display of the effect symbol and the special symbol correspond to each other (at the same time).

  The normal symbol display device 22 is for notifying the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery that is performed when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 11. Regarding the lottery result of the ordinary symbol lottery, the game ball passes through the ordinary symbol gate 11 and the lottery result is not immediately notified, and the ordinary symbol display device 22 performs the variable display such as blinking of the ordinary symbol, and the predetermined symbol is given. After a lapse of the variable time, the ordinary symbol corresponding to the lottery result of the ordinary symbol lottery is stopped and displayed, and the player is notified of the lottery result.

  Here, "ordinary symbol lottery" means that when the game ball passes through the ordinary symbol gate 11, a random number value for ordinary symbol determination is extracted, and the extracted random number for ordinary symbol determination corresponds to "hit". This is the process of determining whether it is a numerical value. Then, if the normal symbol lottery is won, a specific normal symbol (for example, "○") of the normal symbol display device 22 is turned on, and then the second starting port 14 is controlled to be in an open mode for a predetermined time.

  Further, like the special symbol, when the normal symbol lottery cannot be immediately performed, the right of the ordinary symbol lottery is reserved under certain conditions. The upper limit holding number of this normal symbol is also set to 4, and the holding number is displayed on the normal symbol holding display device 25.

  In addition, when it is in the time saving state to be described later, the winning probability of the ordinary symbol lottery is higher than when it is not in the time saving state, and the time required from the start of the variable display of the ordinary symbol to the stop display is short The second start port 14 is set to be open for a long time. For this reason, in the time saving state, the rate at which the second starting opening 14 is controlled in the open mode is large, so that the chances of winning a game ball in the second starting opening 14 are increased, and the variable display time of the special symbol is increased. In addition to the fact that the symbol is shortened, the variation display of the special symbol is also increased.

  The speaker is driven by the audio output device 33 (see FIG. 2), and outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect), etc. in accordance with the effect produced by the image displayed by the image display device 30 to produce an effect by sound. It is carried out. The lighting device 34 built in the effect lamps 34a, 34b, 342 and the speakers 341, 343 changes the irradiation direction of the light and the emission color according to the effect produced by the image displayed by the image display device 30 to produce the effect by illumination. It's something that you do. The movable accessory 36 is driven by a drive device 36a (see FIG. 2) including a solenoid, a motor, etc., and its position changes in accordance with the effect produced by the image displayed by the image display device 30.

  The effect button 37 is mainly for performing a suggestion effect (also referred to as an expected feeling effect) that suggests the possibility of a big hit by the player's pressing operation. The effect button 37 is provided with an effect button detection switch 37a (see FIG. 2), and when the effect button detection switch 37a detects an operation by the player, further effect is executed according to this operation. .. The cross key 38 is operated to adjust the volume and the brightness, and is provided with a cross key detection switch 38a (see FIG. 2). The cross key detection switch 38a controls the operation of the player. Upon detection, volume adjustment and brightness adjustment will be executed. Various buttons 39 are operated to request renting of game balls, return of prepaid cards, and the like.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing a circuit configuration of the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment. The control circuit of the gaming machine 1 is roughly divided into a main control board 110, a performance control board 120, a payout control board 130, and a power supply board 180.

  The main control board 110 controls the basic operation of the game, inputs various detection signals such as the first start opening detection switch 13a, and drives the first special symbol display device 20 and the special winning opening opening / closing solenoid 15b. It controls the game. The main control board 110 is connected to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 130, and the power supply board 180.

  Here, the communication between the main control board 110 and the effect control board 120 is configured such that data can be communicated only in one direction from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120, and the main control board 110 and the payout control board. The communication with 130 is configured so that data can be communicated bidirectionally. Further, the main control board 110 receives the power supply voltage from the power supply board 180.

  The main control board 110 includes at least a main CPU 110a, a main ROM 110b, and a main RAM 110c, and an input port and an output port (not shown) for main control. In this main control input port, a general winning opening detection switch 10a for detecting that a game ball has entered the general winning opening 10, a universal figure gate detection for detecting that a game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 11 A switch 11a, a first start opening detection switch 13a for detecting that a game ball has entered the first start opening 13, and a second start opening detection switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has entered the second start opening 14. The special winning opening detection switch 15a for detecting that a game ball has entered the special winning opening 15 is connected.

  Further, the main control output port has a start opening / closing solenoid 14b for opening / closing the start movable pieces 141, 142 of the second start opening 14, a big winning opening / closing solenoid 15b for operating a special winning opening / closing door, and a first winning opening / closing solenoid 15b. The special symbol display device 20, the second special symbol display device 21, the normal symbol display device 22, the first special symbol hold display device 23, the second special symbol hold display device 24, the normal symbol hold display device 25 is connected.

  The main CPU 110a reads a program stored in the main ROM 110b and performs arithmetic processing based on an input signal from each detection switch or a timer, and directly controls each device or display device, or displays the result of the arithmetic processing. Depending on the situation, it sends commands to other boards.

  The main ROM 110b stores a game control program, data necessary for determining various games such as a jackpot determination table used for jackpot lottery, and a table. The main RAM 110c functions as a work area for data during arithmetic processing of the main CPU 110a, and has a plurality of storage areas.

  The effect control board 120 includes at least a sub CPU 120a, a sub ROM 120b and a sub RAM 120c, and an input port and an output port (not shown) for sub control. An effect button detection switch 37a that detects that the effect button 37 has been operated, a cross key detection switch 38a that detects that the cross key 38 has been operated, and the like are connected to the input port for sub control. Further, an audio output device 33 for outputting audio from a speaker, an image display device 30, effect lamps 34a and 34b, a lighting device 34, and a drive device 36a for driving a movable accessory 36 are connected to the output port for sub-control. Has been done.

  The sub CPU 120a reads a program stored in the sub ROM 120b based on a command received from the main control board 110 or an input signal from the effect button detection switch 37a, the cross key detection switch 38a, or the like, and performs arithmetic processing. , Various effects are executed based on the processing.

  When the sub CPU 120a receives, for example, a variation pattern designation command indicating a variation mode of the special symbol from the main control board 110, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the content of the received variation pattern designation command, and the image display device 30, the audio output device 33, and the illumination. The device 34 and the drive device 36a are controlled to execute the variation effect. The sub ROM 120b stores a program for effect control, data necessary for determining various games, and a table. The sub RAM 120c functions as a work area for data during arithmetic processing of the sub CPU 120a, and has a plurality of types of storage areas according to the type of data.

  The payout control board 130 includes a payout CPU 130a, a payout ROM 130b, and a payout RAM 130c. Based on the payout number designation command transmitted from the main control board 110, the payout CPU 130a reads out a predetermined program from the payout ROM 130b and performs arithmetic processing, and at the same time controls the payout motor of the payout device to pay a predetermined game ball. put out. In addition, based on the input signal from the payout ball count detection switch for detecting whether or not the game balls have been paid out, the program stored in the payout ROM 130b is read out and arithmetic processing is performed, and based on the processing, a response is taken. The payout data to be sent is transmitted to the main control board 110.

  The power supply board 180 includes a backup power supply including a capacitor, supplies a power supply voltage to the gaming machine 1 based on the power supplied from the power supply plug 181, and monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1 to supply power. When the voltage becomes equal to or lower than a predetermined value, the power failure detection signal is output to the main control board 110. More specifically, when the power failure detection signal goes high, the main CPU 110a becomes operable, and when the power failure detection signal goes low, the main CPU 110a goes into an inactive state.

Hereinafter, the outline of the game in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described.
The main CPU 110a of the main control board 110, regardless of whether or not there is a player playing a game in the gaming machine 1 (that is, regardless of whether or not a game ball is launched in the game area 3), Although a process for progress is performed, the actual game is performed by the player operating the operation handle 4 to launch a game ball into the game area 3.

  The general winning opening detection switch 10a, the first starting opening detecting switch 13a, the second starting opening detecting switch 14a, the large winning opening detection that the game ball launched in the game area 3 has won the various winning openings 10, 13 to 15 When detected by the switch 15a, a payout amount designation command for designating the number of game balls to be paid out corresponding to the winning opening of the game ball is sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the payout CPU 130a. The payout CPU 130a pays out to the player the game balls of the number designated by the payout number designation command.

  When it is detected by the first start opening detection switch 13a or the second start opening detection switch 14a that the game ball has won in the first start opening 13 or the second start opening 14, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot lottery. For jackpot determination random value for, jackpot symbol random number value to determine the special symbol to be stopped and displayed when it is determined to be a jackpot by jackpot determination, variation pattern random number value to determine the variation time of the special symbol, A random number value for effect determination (also referred to as a random number value for reach determination) for determining whether or not to perform a reach effect when it is determined as a loss by the jackpot determination is extracted from each random number counter. These extracted random number values are reserved and stored in the random number value storage area of the main RAM 110c.

Further, the main CPU 110a refers to the fluctuation pattern determination table (FIG. 4) prepared in the main ROM 110b according to whether or not it is in the time saving state and the number of pending storages, based on the fluctuation pattern random number value, Check the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol performed on the 1 special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21. Then, before starting the variable display of the special symbol, a start winning command indicating the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol and the number of reserved memories is sent from the main CPU 110a to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120, The sub CPU 120a stores this in the sub RAM 120c.
Then, when the number of holding memories included in the received start winning command is the number of holding memories corresponding to the first holding, the sub CPU 120a determines the number of first holding icons to be displayed in the first holding icon display area H1. When the number of the hold storages updated and displayed and included in the received start winning command is the number of the hold storages corresponding to the second hold, the number of the second hold icons displayed in the second hold icon display area H2 is updated and displayed. To do.

Next, the jackpot lottery will be described. The big hit lottery, when the variation display of the special symbol is not performed in any of the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21 (when any variation display is finished), the first starting opening 13 When a big hit determination random number value or the like is held and stored in any of the first hold corresponding to the second starting opening 14 and the second hold corresponding to the second starting opening 14, It is performed based on a random number value. When both the first hold and the second hold are present, the second hold corresponding to the second starting port 14 is prioritized.
Note that the first hold may be prioritized over the second hold, or the jackpot lottery may be performed in the hold storage order of the first hold and the second hold.

  In the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot determination table prepared in the main ROM 110b corresponding to each of the gaming states depending on whether the current gaming state is the high-probability state or the low-probability state, for the jackpot determination. It is determined whether the random number value is a big hit value. Here, the winning probability of the jackpot lottery is, for example, 1/319 in the low probability state and 1 / 31.9 in the high probability state.

  When the jackpot lottery is finished, the main CPU 110a further refers to the special symbol determination table prepared in the main ROM 110b based on the random number for the jackpot symbol, and the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21. Perform a special symbol lottery to determine the type of special symbol to be stopped and displayed. More specifically, if the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss, a special symbol corresponding to the loss is determined. If it is a jackpot, either the special symbol corresponding to the probability fluctuation jackpot or the special symbol corresponding to the normal (non-probability fluctuation) jackpot is determined at a ratio of 65:35.

  When the special symbol lottery ends, the main CPU 110a further, based on the random value for the fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation pattern prepared in the main ROM 110b according to whether it is a big hit, whether it is in a short time state, and the number of pending storages. With reference to the table, the variation time (variation pattern) lottery for determining the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol performed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21 is performed.

  Next, the variable display of special symbols will be described. When the above jackpot lottery or the like is performed, the main CPU 110a variably displays the symbols on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21, and when the variation time determined by the variation time lottery has elapsed, The special symbols of the type determined by the special symbol lottery are stopped and displayed.

In addition, when the above jackpot lottery or the like is performed and the variable display of the special symbol is started, the variation pattern command indicating the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol, the special symbol command indicating the type of the special symbol, the number of the reserved storages The reserved number command indicating “” is sequentially sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120.
Then, when the received number-of-holds command is the number of the first-hold-hold storages, the sub CPU 120a updates and displays the number of the first holding icons displayed in the first holding icon display area H1, and the received number-of-holds command If the number is the number of second storages of the second storage, the number of the second storage icons displayed in the second storage icon display area H2 is updated and displayed.

  When the variable display of the special symbol ends, the variation end command is sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120. Also, when there is a change in the game state, a game state command indicating the changed game state is sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120, and the sub CPU 120a sends it to the sub RAM 120c. Save it.

  The sub CPU 120a refers to the game state stored in the sub RAM 120c, and based on the variation pattern command, the special symbol command, and the hold number command, the variation that is the type of the effect symbol that is stopped and displayed and the type of the variation effect that is executed. The effect pattern is determined, and the image display device 30 is caused to perform variable display of effect symbols in accordance with the effect pattern. Further, based on the variation end command, the variable display of the effect symbol is completely stopped, and the result of the variable display of the effect symbol is shown to the player. The details of the fluctuating effect in which the fluctuating display of such effect symbols is performed will be described later.

  Next, the jackpot game will be described. If you win the jackpot lottery and the special symbol indicating the result of the jackpot is stopped and displayed (when the effect symbol indicating the result of the jackpot is stopped and displayed), the jackpot game is performed. In the jackpot game, a round game is played following the opening for a certain period. The round game is performed by the number of rounds according to the type of jackpot according to the type of special symbol as described above, but there is an interval of a certain period between the rounds. When all the number of rounds according to the type of jackpot according to the type of special symbol is exhausted, after a certain period of ending, the jackpot game ends.

When each round of the big hit game is started, the opening / closing door of the special winning opening 15 is opened. After the opening / closing door of the special winning opening 15 is opened, if the specified number (for example, 9) of game balls are won or the specified time elapses, the opening door of the special winning opening 15 is closed and the game of the round is played. It will end.
In addition, in the present embodiment, the number of rounds of the jackpot game is set to 4 rounds in the case of a normal jackpot and 16 rounds in the case of a probability fluctuation jackpot.

  At the start of the jackpot game (at the start of the opening), the jackpot start command, at the start of each round, the round start command, at the end of each round, the round end command, and at the end of the jackpot game (at the end of the ending) The jackpot end command is sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120, respectively. Based on these commands, the sub CPU 120a causes the image display device 30 or the like to perform effects corresponding to the opening, each round, the interval between rounds, and the ending.

  When the jackpot game ends, the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 controls the gaming state according to the type of jackpot that started the jackpot game. That is, in the case of a probability fluctuation jackpot, after the jackpot is finished, the gaming state command indicating a high probability state and a time saving state is controlled from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 by controlling the high probability state and the time saving state. It is sent to the sub CPU 120a of the control board 120. In this embodiment, this short-time state is assumed to continue until the next big hit occurs.

  On the other hand, if it is not a probability fluctuation jackpot, it controls to a low probability state after the jackpot ends and controls to a time saving state (specific game state), and a game state command indicating a low probability state and a time saving state is the main control board 110. Is sent from the main CPU 110a to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120. In this embodiment, the time saving state ends when the variable display of the special symbol is performed 100 times, and after 100 times, the non-time saving state (normal gaming state) is controlled. At the time of the 101st fluctuation start, a game state command indicating a low probability state and a non-time saving state is sent from the main CPU 110a of the main control board 110 to the sub CPU 120a of the effect control board 120. When there is a change in the game state in this way, the main CPU 110a transmits a game state command indicating the changed game state to the sub CPU 120a.

  Hereinafter, the variable effect for performing variable display of effect symbols in the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described. The variation effect, the variable display of the left, middle and right effect symbols by the image display device 30 during the period in which the variation display of the special symbol is being performed by the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21. After starting, the temporary stop in the order of left, right, middle (the speed of the variable display is decelerated when temporarily stopped), the variable display of the production symbol at the timing when the result of the variable display of the special symbol is shown The variable display result is confirmed by completely stopping the.

More specifically, in each of the left, middle, and right regions, for example, the effect symbols that are sequentially numbered “0” to “9” are scrolled from top to bottom, and finally the effect symbol that is stopped. The same effect pattern is prepared for all types of left, middle, and right to notify the occurrence of a big hit. Here, in the case of a normal jackpot, even numbers (including “0”) of the same type of symbols are aligned and stopped, and in the case of a probability fluctuation jackpot, odd numbers of the same type of symbols are aligned and stopped. In the case of a loss, the symbols of the same type are not aligned in all the effect symbols on the left, the center, and the right, and are stopped.
When the left and right effect symbols are temporarily stopped and the effect symbols in the middle are still changing, the state in which the left and right effect symbols are the same type is called reach.

  In the case of the reach, not the effect in which the effect symbols sequentially numbered from "0" to "9" are scrolled at the normal speed, but the method of changing the scroll in the variable display of the effect symbol is slowed down. Alternatively, a reach effect (normal reach, SP reach, SPSP reach, full rotation reach) in which a predetermined character appears and performs an action on the effect pattern may be performed. Such a reach effect is an effect that enhances the expectation of the jackpot, and the jackpot expectation degree becomes higher in the order of normal reach <SP reach <SPSP reach <full rotation reach.

Further, in the fluctuating effect in the present embodiment, as will be described later, it is composed of a timer image simulating a digital timer and a timer value image (for example, “10.0”) in a period in which the fluctuating display of effect symbols is performed. In some cases, a timer effect is displayed in which a timer effect image is displayed and the timer value image displayed in the timer effect image is subtracted.
Then, when the displayed timer value image becomes “0.0” seconds (specific amount), an expectation effect such as a big hit announcement may be performed.

In the present embodiment, four types of timer effects 1 to 4 can be executed as timer effects (update effects). Then, the timer effects 1 to 3 are timer effects (first update effects) that can be executed in the non-time saving state (normal game state), and the timer effects 4 are timer effects that can be executed in the time saving state (specific game state) (first). 2 update effect).
Further, there are three types of timer effects executed in each of the timer effects 1 to 3, such as a 10.0-second timer, a 30.0-second timer, and a 60.0-second timer (each is a predetermined amount). In the timer effect 4, the execution of the timer effect is limited only to the timer that counts down like “3 → 2 → 1 → 0”.
The timer effect 4 may not be executed in the time saving state.

Although the displayed timer value image is subtracted in the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to this, and the timer value image “0.0” seconds may be added.
Then, in this case, for example, when the timer value image reaches "10.0" seconds, the expectation effect may be performed.

Further, a so-called gratuitous timer effect (a timer effect that does not gradually decrease the amount to a specific amount) may be provided in the non-time saving state.
Then, this timer effect may be executed in a time saving state. In that case, the process is terminated before the countdown to “0” such as “3 → 2 → 1”.

<Correspondence between fluctuation pattern and fluctuation production>
Here, the correspondence between the variation pattern determined by the main CPU 110a and the variation effect executed by the sub CPU 120a will be described with reference to FIG.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a correspondence relationship between a variation pattern and variation effects.
In the present embodiment, when the result of the above-mentioned jackpot lottery is “miss”, the variation pattern (variation pattern command: P1) with the variation time of 2 (s) to the variation pattern (variation pattern command with the variation time of 100 (s)). 8 patterns up to P8) are set, and as the variation production corresponding to each of these eight variation patterns, 8 from "no reach (shortening)" to "pseudo consecutive 3 times → SPSP reach (loss)" The pattern is set.

  Then, when the result of the above-mentioned big hit lottery is "big hit", from the variation pattern (variation pattern command: P11) with the variation time of 15 (s) to the variation pattern (variation pattern command P15) with the variation time of 120 (s). 5 patterns are set, and 5 patterns from "normal reach (big hit)" to "quasi-repeated 4 times → full rotation reach (big hit)" are set as fluctuation effects corresponding to each of these 8 fluctuation patterns. Has been done.

  The pseudo-relation is an abbreviation for pseudo-consecutive notice, and is a variation mode in which the production symbol is temporarily stopped and then re-flucted during the variation display (during variation production) of the special symbol corresponding to one big hit lottery. This is an effect that is performed once or a plurality of times.

In the present embodiment, “pseudo-repeating one time” is a production that does not develop to the pseudo-repeating second time after execution of a stirrup production (pseudo-sequential stirrup production) as to whether or not the pseudo-repeating second time is executed. ..
In addition, "pseudo-run 2 times" means that after the pseudo-running effect (first time) is executed, it develops to the pseudo-running second time, and after executing pseudo-running effect (the second time), it does not develop to the pseudo-run 3rd time. That is.
In addition, "pseudo-repeating 3 times" means that the pseudo-repeating production (first time) is executed, then the pseudo-repeating production is performed second time, and the pseudo-repeating production (second time) is executed, then the pseudo-repeating production is thirdly developed. This is an effect that does not develop for the fourth pseudo-repetition after it has been executed (third time).
In addition, "pseudo-run 4 times" means that the pseudo-running effect (1st time) is executed, then the pseudo-running effect is expanded to the 2nd time, and the pseudo-linking effect (2nd time) is executed, then the pseudo-run 3 times is expanded. This is an effect that develops to the fourth pseudo-repetition after being executed (third time).
Then, the jackpot expectation becomes higher in the order of “pseudo-run 1 time” <“pseudo-run 2 times” <“pseudo-run 3 times” <“pseudo-run 4 times”.

It should be noted that “pseudo run once → SP reach (loss)” and “pseudo run once → SP reach (big hit)” are effects that have the same content of variation production but different results of variation production. Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (miss) and “Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (big hit)” are effects that have the same content of variation production but different results of variation production. “Time → SPSP reach (loss)” and “pseudo continuous 3 times → SPSP reach (big hit)” are effects having the same content of the variable effect but different results of the variable effect.
Further, the effect contents of the variable effect are different between the non-time saving state and the time saving state.

<Variation pattern determination table>
Next, the fluctuation pattern determination table described above will be described with reference to FIG.

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a variation pattern determination table that the main CPU 110a refers to when determining the variation pattern described above.
It should be noted that the values 0 to 99 in FIG. 4 represent random values for fluctuation patterns.
The main CPU 110a, when the result of the above-mentioned big hit lottery is "big hit",
・ Variation pattern "P11": 5%
・ Variation pattern "P12": 15%
・ Variation pattern "P13": 20%
・ Variation pattern "P14": 50%
・ Variation pattern "P15": 10%
The change pattern (reach effect (big hit) is executed) is determined at the ratio of.

In the non-time saving state, the main CPU 110a determines that the jackpot lottery result is “miss” and the variation pattern random number value is any of “50 to 99”,
・ Variation pattern "P4": 20%
・ Variation pattern "P5": 12%
・ Variation pattern "P6": 10%
・ Variation pattern "P7": 5%
・ Variation pattern "P8": 3%
The change pattern (reach effect (loss) is executed) is determined at the ratio of.

  When the result of the big hit lottery is “miss” and the variation pattern random number value is any of “0 to 49” in the non-time saving state, the main CPU 110a is a ratio according to the number of reserved balls when the variation pattern is determined. Then, the variation pattern (there is no reach effect (loss) is executed) of any of the variation patterns “P1” to “P3” is determined.

Further, when the result of the big hit lottery is “miss” and the random number value for variation pattern is any of “80 to 99” in the time saving state, the main CPU 110a,
・ Variation pattern "P6": 12%
・ Variation pattern "P7": 5%
・ Variation pattern "P8": 3%
When the fluctuation pattern to be executed at the ratio of (the reach effect (loss) is executed) is determined and the random value for the fluctuation pattern is any of "0 to 79", depending on the number of reserved balls when the fluctuation pattern is determined. The change pattern is determined to be one of the change patterns "P1" to "P3" (no reach effect (miss) is executed).
In addition, when the result of the jackpot lottery is “miss” in the time saving state, the variation patterns “P4” and “P5” are set not to be determined.

Therefore, with reference to FIG. 3 and FIG. 4, the relationship between the variation pattern designation command sent from the main CPU 110a and the variation effect pattern determined by the sub CPU 120a that receives this variation pattern designation command will be described below.
If the result of the jackpot lottery is "jackpot",
-"P11" designation command: "Normal reach (big hit)" pattern is decided.
・ "P12" designation command: "Pseudo run once → SP reach (big hit)" pattern is determined.
・ "P13" designation command: "Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern is decided.
・ "P14" designation command: "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern is determined.
-"P15" designation command: "Pseudo continuous 4 times → reach all rotations (big hit)" pattern is determined.

If the result of the jackpot lottery is "miss" in the non-time saving state,
-"P1" to "P3" designation command: Determines the "no reach" pattern.
-"P4" designation command: Determines the "normal reach (miss)" pattern.
-"P5" designation command: Determines the "SP reach (miss)" pattern.
・ "P6" designation command: "Pseudo run once → SP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.
・ "P7" designation command: "Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.
・ "P8" designation command: "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.

If the result of the jackpot lottery is "miss" in the time saving state,
-"P1" to "P3" designation command: Determines the "no reach" pattern.
・ "P6" designation command: "Pseudo run once → SP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.
・ "P7" designation command: "Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.
・ "P8" designation command: "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern is determined.

<Timer production (non-time saving state, when fluctuation starts) selection table>
Next, the timer effect (non-time saving state, at the start of fluctuation) selection table will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 5 shows whether or not the above-described timer effect is executed during the variation effect by the selected variation effect pattern when the sub CPU 120a selects the variation effect pattern according to the variation pattern designation command from the main CPU 110a in the non-time saving state. It is a diagram showing a timer effect selection table that is referred to in order to select which timer effect is to be executed from among a plurality of timer effects when it is executed.
In FIG. 5, "no timer effect" means that no timer effect is executed, "timer effect 1 (10s)" means that a timer effect for 10 seconds is executed, and "timer effect 2 (30s)" means 30. "Timer effect 3 (60s)" indicates that the timer effect for 2 seconds is executed, and that the timer effect for 60 seconds is executed.
Details of this timer effect will be described later with reference to FIGS. 9 and 14 to 19.

The sub CPU 120a selects a timer effect at a rate described below according to the determined variable effect pattern.
(When the variation effect pattern of loss is determined)
-"No reach", "Normal reach (miss)", "SP reach (miss)" pattern: No timer effect is selected (no timer effect).
・ "Pseudo run once → SP reach (miss)" pattern: 80% without timer effect and 20% with timer effect 1 (10s).
-"Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern: 50% without timer effect and 50% with timer effect 1 (10s).
・ "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern: 50% without timer effect, 30% with timer effect 1 (10s), 15% with timer effect 2 (30s), 5 with timer effect 3 (60s) %, Select by the ratio.

(When you decide the variation production pattern of the jackpot)
-"Normal reach (big hit)" pattern: No timer effect is selected (no timer effect).
・ "Pseudo run once → SP reach (big hit)" pattern: 50% without timer effect and 50% with timer effect 1 (10s).
・ "Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern: 40% without timer effect and 60% with timer effect 1 (10s).
・ "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern: 30% without timer effect, 10% with timer effect 1 (10s), 40% with timer effect 2 (30s), 20 with timer effect 3 (60s) Select as a percentage.
-"Pseudo continuous 4 times → full rotation reach (big hit)" pattern: 70% of timer effect 2 (30s) and 30% of timer effect 3 (60s) are selected.

Therefore, the timer effect (non-time saving state, at the start of fluctuation) selection table,
(1) When performing the variation effect of the loss, it is easier to select without the timer effect than when performing the variation effect of the big hit. (2) When performing the variation effect of the big hit, than when executing the variation effect of the loss. It is easy to select any one of the timer effects. (3) When performing a variable effect with a high jackpot expectation, a timer effect 2 (30s) or a timer effect 3 ( 60s) is set so that it is easy to select.

<Timer effect addition table>
Next, the timer effect addition table will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 6 shows a case where when the "timer effect 2 (30s)" or "timer effect 3 (60s)" is selected to be executed by the timer effect (non-time saving state, at the start of fluctuation) selection table (FIG. 5) described above, The CPU120a shows a timer effect addition table that is referred to in order to select whether or not to additionally execute a timer effect, and when selecting and adding, which timer effect to add which timer effect. It is a figure.

The sub CPU 120a selects a timer effect to be added at a rate described below according to the selected timer effect.
(If you decide the variable effect pattern of the jackpot and select the timer effect)
"Timer effect 2 (30 s)": 50% without addition of timer effect and 50% with addition of timer effect 1 (10 s).
"Timer effect 3 (60 s)": 30% without timer effect addition, 30% with timer effect 1 (10 s), 30% with timer effect 2 (30 s), and timer effect 1 + 2 (10 s + 30 s) Select additional 10%.

(When the variation effect pattern of loss is decided and the timer effect is selected)
"Timer effect 2 (30s)": 80% without timer effect addition and 20% with timer effect 1 (10s) addition.
"Timer effect 3 (60s)": 50% without addition of timer effect, 30% with addition of timer effect 1 (10s), 15% with addition of timer effect 2 (30s), timer effect 1 + 2 (10s + 30s) Select additional 5%.

Therefore, the timer effect addition table is
(1) When performing the variation effect of the loss, the timer effect is more easily added than when performing the variation effect of the big hit. (2) The timer effect 3 performs the variation effect of the loss when executing the variation effect of the big hit. It is set so that one of the timer effects can be added more easily than when it is executed.

<Timer effect content selection table>
Next, the timer effect content selection table will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 7 shows a case where it is selected to execute any timer effect by the above-mentioned timer effect (non-time saving state, at the time of fluctuation start) selection table (FIG. 5), and by the timer effect addition table (FIG. 6) described above. When it is selected to additionally execute that timer effect, the sub CPU 120a selects an expected feeling effect to be executed when each timer value image becomes “0.0” (specific amount) in each selected timer effect. It is a diagram showing a timer effect content selection table referred to for.

Note that the “variation corresponding icon” in FIG. 7 is an icon corresponding to the variation effect that is currently undergoing the variation effect.
Since it is possible to increase the player's expectation for the jackpot by executing the variation-aware icon change effect that changes the display mode of the "variation-aware icon", the variation-aware icon change effect is a kind of expectation effect. Is.

There are "white variation compatible icon", "green variation compatible icon", "red variation compatible icon", "golden variation compatible icon", and "rainbow variation compatible icon" as types of variation compatible icons.
Then, the jackpot expectation increases in the order of “white variation compatible icon” <“green variation compatible icon” <“red variation compatible icon” <“golden variation compatible icon” <rainbow color variation compatible icon>.
Details of the “variation compatible icon” will be described later with reference to FIG.

In addition, the “image cut-in” in FIG. 7 is an image cut-in effect in which an image for suddenly increasing the expectation for a big hit is cut-in-displayed during the variation effect, and is a kind of expectation effect. .. The types of cut-in images include "chance!" Images, "hot!" Images, "super hot!" Images, and "congratulations!" Images.
Then, the chances of winning the jackpot become higher in the order of "Chance!" Image <"Hot!" Image <"Geki Atsu! <" Congratulations! ".

The sub CPU 120a selects an expected feeling effect to be executed at a rate described below according to each selected timer effect.
(If you decide the variable effect pattern of the jackpot and select the timer effect)
"Timer effect 1 (10 s)": 50% green change of the change corresponding icon and 50% "chance!" Image are selected.
"Timer effect 2 (30s)": 60% of the red change of the variation corresponding icon and 40% of the "hot!" Image are selected.
-"Timer production 3 (60s)": 40% of change in gold icon of changeable icon, 10% of change of rainbow icon in changeable icon, 40% of "Gekiatsu!" Image, 10% of "Congratulations!" Image Select by percentage.

(When the variation effect pattern of loss is decided and the timer effect is selected)
"Timer effect 1 (10 s)": 50% green change of the change corresponding icon and 50% "chance!" Image are selected.
"Timer effect 2 (30s)": 60% of the red change of the variation corresponding icon and 40% of the "hot!" Image are selected.
-"Timer effect 3 (60s)": Selects 50% of the gold color change of the variation corresponding icon and 50% of the "Gekiatsu!" Image.

<Timer production (time saving state, starting winning prize) selection table>
Next, the timer effect (time saving state, start winning a prize) selection table will be described with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 8, when the sub CPU 120a receives the start winning command from the main CPU 110a in the time saving state, the variation effect pattern to be executed according to the change time (variation pattern) included in the received start winning command is confirmed (prefetch). It is a diagram showing a timer effect selection table that is referred to in order to select whether or not to execute a timer effect according to the confirmed variation effect pattern to be executed.

When executing the timer effect in the time-saving state, the sub CPU 120a is a so-called continuous effect from the change effect before the change effect according to the change effect pattern to be executed to the change effect according to the change effect pattern to be executed. The timer effect is executed.
Details of this timer effect will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Further, in FIG. 8, "no timer effect" indicates that the timer effect is not executed, and "timer effect 4 (countdown)" indicates that the timer effect is executed by the continuous effect.

The sub CPU 120a selects the timer effect 4 at the ratio described below according to the determined change effect pattern.
(When the variation effect pattern of loss is determined)
-"No reach", "Pseudo run once → SP reach (miss)" pattern: No timer effect is selected (no timer effect).
-"Pseudo run twice → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern: 90% without timer effect and 10% with timer effect 4 (countdown).
・ "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (miss)" pattern: 80% without timer effect and 20% with timer effect 4 (countdown).

(When you decide the variation production pattern of the jackpot)
-"Normal reach (big hit)", "Pseudo run once → SP reach (big hit)" pattern: No timer effect is selected (no timer effect).
・ "Pseudo rendezvous twice → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern: 70% without timer effect and 30% with timer effect 4 (countdown).
・ "Pseudo run 3 times → SPSP reach (big hit)" pattern: 60% without timer effect and 40% with timer effect 4 (countdown).
・ "Pseudo-run 4 times → full rotation reach (big hit)" pattern: 50% without timer effect and 50% with timer effect 4 (countdown).

Therefore, the timer effect (time saving state, at the time of starting winning) selection table,
(1) When performing the variation effect of the loss, it is easier to select without the timer effect than when performing the variation effect of the big hit. (2) When performing the variation effect of the big hit, than when executing the variation effect of the loss. Is set so that timer effect 4 (countdown) can be easily selected.

Further, as described above with reference to FIG. 5, in the non-time saving state, any one of the timer effects 1 to 3 or a plurality of timer effects can be selected, while in the time saving state, the timer effect 4 Can be selected, but timer effects 1 to 3 cannot be selected.
In the time saving state, the timer effect is a continuous effect such as "3 → 2 → 1 → 0" that counts down and is shorter than the timer effects 1 to 3 (about 1 second). By allowing only the timer effect 4 to be executed, it is prevented that the effect of changing the time saving game state becomes redundant.
Further, the update speed of the timers 1 to 3 is 10 seconds until it reaches “0.0” seconds (specific amount) if the timer is “10.0” seconds (predetermined amount), for example. If it is a timer of 60.0 "seconds (predetermined amount), it takes 60 seconds until it reaches" 0.0 "seconds (specific amount), but it counts down like" 3 → 2 → 1 → 0 "of timer effect 4 The displayed time depends on the variable effect time when each count display is performed.

<Variation effect determination processing by the sub CPU 120a>
Here, the process of determining the variation effect by the sub CPU 120a will be described. The sub CPU 120a determines the content of the variation effect to be executed this time by the processing procedure described below.

(Decision process of variable performance contents in non-time saving state)
(Process 1-1) A variation effect pattern to be executed is selected based on a variation pattern designation command or the like received from the main CPU 110a.
(Processing 1-2) When the selected variation effect pattern is a variation effect capable of executing the timer effect, whether the timer effect is not executed or which of timer effects 1 to 3 is executed is determined by the timer effect ( Non-time saving state, at the time of start of fluctuation) The selection table (FIG. 5) is referred to for selection.
(Processing 1-3) When the selected timer effect is the timer effect 2 or 3, whether to additionally execute the timer effect or whether to additionally execute any of the timer effects 1, 2, 1 + 2 is added to the timer effect. Select by referring to the table (FIG. 6).
(Processing 1-4) An expected feeling effect to be executed by each timer effect selected in (Processing 1-2) and (Processing 1-3) is selected by referring to the timer effect contents selection table (FIG. 7).
(Processing 1-5) The selection contents selected in the above (Processing 1-1) to (Processing 1-4) are determined as the contents of the variation effect to be executed this time.

(Decision process for changing performance contents in a time-saving state)
(Processing 2-1) Based on the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol included in the start winning command received from the main CPU 110a, the variation effect pattern to be executed is confirmed (read ahead).
(Processing 2-2) When the confirmed fluctuating effect pattern is a fluctuating effect capable of executing the timer effect, it is determined whether the timer effect is not executed or the timer effect 4 is executed. Select) with reference to the selection table (FIG. 8).
(Processing 2-3) When the timer effect 4 is selected, how many fluctuation effects are executed before the fluctuation effect according to the fluctuation effect pattern to be executed (how many storages are stored) are confirmed. To do.
(Processing 2-4) When it is confirmed by the above (Processing 2-3) that there are 3 fluctuations (the number of pending storages is 3), it is determined that the timer effect 4 is executed before 3 fluctuations, and 2 fluctuations (holding). If it is confirmed that the number of memories is 2), it is decided to execute the timer effect 4 from 2 changes before, and if it is confirmed that there is 1 change (the number of pending storage is 1), the timer is started from 1 change. When it is determined that the effect 4 is to be executed, and it is confirmed that there is 0 variation (the number of pending storages is 0), it is determined that the timer effect 4 is to be executed by the variation effect according to the variation effect pattern to be executed.

<Example of timer effect in non-time saving state>
Next, an example of the timer effect in the non-time saving state will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a basic example of the timer effect in the non-time saving state.
FIG. 9A shows an example in which the timer effect 1 is executed and the variation corresponding icon is changed to green as an expected effect effect.
FIG. 9B shows an example in which the timer effect 1 is executed and the cut-in of the “chance!” Image is executed as the expectation effect effect.

First, FIG. 9A will be described.
When the timer effect 1 is executed, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of “10.0” seconds is displayed. At this time, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 is white.
In the actual timer effect, the timer effect image 1 (T1) is displayed in the display area of the image display device 30, but here, for convenience of explanation, it is shown outside the display area of the image display device 30.

  After displaying the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds, the display (decrease display) for subtracting the timer value is started. At this time, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 is white.

The timer value is subtracted, and an image in which the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) is “0.0” seconds is displayed. Then, after displaying an image in which the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) indicates “0.0” seconds, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 is changed from white to green.
Therefore, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for the jackpot by changing the color of the variation corresponding icon after the execution of the timer effect.

Next, FIG. 9B will be described.
When the timer effect 1 is executed, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of “10.0” seconds is displayed. At this time, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 is white.

  After displaying the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds, the display (decrease display) for subtracting the timer value is started. At this time, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 is white.

The timer value is subtracted, and an image in which the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) is “0.0” seconds is displayed. Then, after displaying the image in which the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) indicates “0.0” seconds, the display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 remains white, but the “chance!” Image is cut in. Is displayed.
Therefore, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for the jackpot by displaying the “chance!” Image in a cut-in display after the execution of the timer effect.

<Example of timer effect image displayed in each timer effect>
Next, an example of the timer effect image displayed in each timer effect will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of each timer effect image displayed in the timer effects 1 to 3.
FIG. 10A shows a timer effect image 1 (T1) which is a timer effect image displayed in the timer effect 1.
FIG.10 (b) has shown the timer effect image 2 (T2) which is a timer effect image displayed by the timer effect 2.
FIG. 10C shows a timer effect image 3 (T3) which is a timer effect image displayed in the timer effect 3.

Then, each timer effect image is set such that the image size of the timer effect image is enlarged in the order of timer effect image 1 (T1) <timer effect image 2 (T2) <timer effect image 3 (T3). The effect image 3 (T3) is designed to give the outer frame image a glossy feeling.
By making a difference in each timer effect image in this manner, the jackpot expectation is set to be different.
It should be noted that the method of setting the jackpot expectation difference is not limited to this, and the timer effect images may be set to have different colors or colors, or the timer effect image 1 (T1) to the timer effect image 3 may be set. It is conceivable to set the timer effect image to be more luxurious as it becomes (T3).

In the present embodiment, the timer effect images 1 (T1) to 3 (T3) are images imitating a digital timer as shown in FIG. 10, but the invention is not limited to this.
For example, any one or more of the timer effect images 1 (T1) to 3 (T3) may be an image simulating an analog timer.
Further, for example, any one or more of the timer effect images 1 (T1) to 3 (T3) may be an image simulating an hourglass.
Further, for example, any one or more of the timer effect images 1 (T1) to 3 (T3) may be images that imitate a timer gauge.
Further, for example, a timer effect image configured by a bomb image imitating a bomb and a fuse image imitating a fuse connected to the bomb image may be used.
In the case of such a timer effect image, the length of the squib of the squib image of each timer effect image becomes longer in the order of timer effect image 1 (T1) <timer effect image 2 (T2) <timer effect image 3 (T3). Try to keep going.

<Example of timer effect in time saving state>
Next, an example of the timer effect in the time saving state will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of the timer effect (timer effect 4) in the time saving state.
As described above, in the present embodiment, when the timer effect is executed in the time saving state, the variation effect according to the variation effect pattern to be executed from the variation effect before the variation effect according to the variation effect pattern to be executed is executed. Up to this point, so-called continuous effect timer effect is executed.

  FIG. 11A is a diagram showing a state before four changes, and FIGS. 11B-1 to 11B-3 are diagrams showing a variation effect before three changes, and FIG. 11C-1. (C-3) is a figure which shows the fluctuation production before 2 changes, FIG.11 (d-1)-(d-3) is a figure which shows the fluctuation production before 1 change, and FIG. 1) to (e-2) are diagrams showing a variation effect based on a variation effect pattern to be executed (variation effect based on a variation pattern designation command).

  First, FIG. 11A shows the state before four changes, and the second hold display H2 shows that there are four hold memories.

FIGS. 11 (b-1) to 11 (b-3) show the variation effects before three variations, and three second retention icons are displayed in the second retention icon display area H2.
3 When the change effect before the change is started, the timer effect image 4 is displayed (b-1). In the timer effect image 4 at this time, "3" is displayed as the countdown image.
Subsequently, when the display of the timer effect image 4 ends, the effect symbols in the left and right sides start to change (b-2), and when the change time ends, the effect symbols in the left and right sides stop changing (b-3).

FIGS. 11 (c-1) to 11 (c-3) show a variation effect before two variations, and two second suspension icons are displayed in the second suspension icon display area H2.
2 When the variation effect before the variation is started, the timer effect image 4 is displayed (c-1). In the timer effect image 4 at this time, "2" is displayed as the countdown image.
Subsequently, when the display of the timer effect image 4 ends, the effect symbols in the left and right sides start to change (c-2), and when the change time ends, the effect symbols in the left and right sides stop changing (c-3).

11 (d-1) to (d-3) show the variation effect before one variation, and one second hold icon is displayed in the second hold icon display area H2.
When the variation effect before the 1 variation is started, the timer effect image 4 is displayed (d-1). In the timer effect image 4 at this time, "1" is displayed as the countdown image.
Then, when the display of the timer effect image 4 is finished, the left and right effect symbols start to change (d-2), and when the change time ends, the left and right effect symbols stop changing (d-3).

11 (e-1) to (e-2) show a variation effect according to a variation effect pattern to be executed (variation effect based on a variation pattern designating command), and the second hold icon is displayed in the second hold icon display area H2. 0 is displayed.
When the variation effect by the variation effect pattern (variation effect based on the variation pattern designation command) is started, the timer effect image 4 is displayed (e-1). In the timer effect image 4 at this time, "0" is displayed as the countdown image.
Subsequently, when the display of the timer effect image 4 ends, the change of the effect symbol in the left and right is started (e-2). After that, when the variation time ends, the production symbols in the left and right stop the variation (not shown).

<Example of display mode of variation-aware icon>
Next, an example of the display mode of the variation corresponding icon will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an example of a display mode of the variation corresponding icon H3 after executing the timer effects 1 to 3.
12A shows a "green icon" image, FIG. 12B shows a "red icon" image, FIG. 12C shows a "golden icon" image, and FIG. 12D shows a "rainbow icon" image. Shows.

  As described above, the "golden icon" image shown in FIG. 12C is not displayed even if the timer effect 1 or the timer effect 2 is executed, and is displayed only when the timer effect 3 is executed. This is a variation-aware icon image, which suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the "red icon" image is displayed. The display mode is more conspicuous than the image.

  Further, as described above, the "rainbow icon" image shown in FIG. 12D is not displayed even if the timer effect 1 or the timer effect 2 is executed, and the timer effect 3 is used in the fluctuating effect that is a big hit. Since it is a variation compatible icon image that is displayed only when is executed, it suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the “gold icon” image is displayed, so the “rainbow icon” image is The display mode is more conspicuous than the "red icon" image.

<Example of display mode of cut-in image>
Next, an example of the display mode of the cut-in image will be described with reference to FIG.
FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a display mode of a cut-in image.
13A shows a display mode of the "chance!" Image C1, FIG. 13B shows a display mode of the "hot!" Image C2, and FIG. 13C shows a display mode of the "super hot!" Image C3. FIG. 13D shows the display mode of the "Congratulations!" Image C4.

  As for the cut-in image, the image size increases in the order of “chance!” Image C1 <“hot!” Image C2 <“super hot!” Image C3 <“congratulations!” Image C4, and the character image also increases.

  As described above, the "Gekiatsu!" Image shown in FIG. 13C is not displayed even when the timer effect 1 or the timer effect 2 is executed, and is displayed only when the timer effect 3 is executed. This is a cut-in image that indicates that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the "hot!" Image is displayed, so the "hot hot!" Image is more prominent than the "hot!" Image. The display mode is used.

  Further, as described above, the "Congratulations!" Image shown in FIG. 13D is not displayed even when the timer effect 1 or the timer effect 2 is executed, and the timer effect 3 is changed in the jackpot variable effect. It is a cut-in image that is displayed only when it is executed, which suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the "Geki Atsu!" Image is displayed. Therefore, the "Congratulations!" Image is a "Geki Atsu!" Image. The display mode is more conspicuous than the image.

<Example of variable effect in which timer effect is executed in non-time saving state>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 14 to 18, an example of a variable effect in which the timer effect is executed in the non-time saving state will be described.
14 to 18 are diagrams showing timing charts of the variable effect for executing the timer effect in the non-time saving state.
14 to 16 show an example in which any one of the timer effects 1 to 3 is executed. FIG. 17 shows an example of executing two timer effects among the timer effects 1 to 3. FIG. 18 shows an example of executing the timer effects 1 to 3.

FIG. 14A exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo-repeating once → SP reach” is executed as the fluctuating effect, and the timer effect 1 is executed during the fluctuating effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 1 (T1) showing a timer value of "10.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the variation effect is started.
Subsequently, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) indicating the timer value of "10.0" seconds is started.
Subsequently, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes “0.0” seconds during the normal reach 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 becomes the “green change corresponding icon” as the expected effect. The changed or “chance!” Image is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 14B exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo continuous twice → SPSP reach” is executed as the variation effect, and the timer effect 1 is executed during the variation effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 1 (T1) showing a timer value of "10.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the variation effect is started.
Subsequently, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) indicating the timer value of "10.0" seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The "corresponding icon" is changed or the "chance!" Image is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 14C exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo consecutive 3 times → SPSP reach” is executed as the variation effect and the timer effect 1 is executed during the variation effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 1 (T1) showing a timer value of "10.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the variation effect is started.
Subsequently, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) indicating the timer value of "10.0" seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The icon C1 is changed to a “corresponding icon” or the “chance!” Image C1 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 15A exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo consecutive three times → SPSP reach” is executed as the fluctuating effect, and the timer effect 2 is executed during the fluctuating effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 2 (T2) showing a timer value of "30.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the start of the variable effect.
Then, during the first pseudo-execution 3 seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes "0.0" seconds during the SP reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 is the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect. Or the “Cool!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 15B exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo-repeating three times → SPSP reach” is executed as the fluctuating effect and the timer effect 3 is executed during the fluctuating effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 3 (T3) showing a timer value of "60.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the start of the variable effect.
Subsequently, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) indicating the timer value of "60.0" seconds is started.
Subsequently, when the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) becomes “0.0” seconds during the SP reach 63 seconds after the start of the fluctuation, if the fluctuation effect is a big hit, it corresponds to the fluctuation as an expected feeling effect. The icon H3 changes to the "red variation compatible icon", the variation compatible icon H3 changes to the "rainbow color variation compatible icon", or the "super hot!" Image C3 or the "Congratulations!" Image C4 is produced by the timer. It is selected and displayed based on the content selection table (FIG. 7). On the other hand, in the case of a variation effect that causes a loss, as an expected impression effect, the icon changes to the “red variation corresponding icon” or the “Cheap!” Image C3 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7). To be done.

FIG. 16A exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “quasi-repeated four times → all rotation reach” is executed as the variable effect and the timer effect 2 is executed during this variable effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 2 (T2) showing a timer value of "30.0" seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the start of the variable effect.
Then, during the first pseudo-execution 3 seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes “0.0” seconds during the normal reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 becomes the “red change corresponding icon” as the expected effect. The changed or “hot!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 16B exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “quasi-repeated four times → all rotation reach” is executed as the variation effect and the timer effect 3 is executed during the variation effect.
As shown in this timing chart, first, a timer effect image 2 (T2) showing a timer value of “60.0” seconds is displayed during the first pseudo-execution two seconds after the start of the variable effect.
Subsequently, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the variable effect, subtraction display of the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) indicating the timer value of "60.0" seconds is started.
Subsequently, when the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) becomes "0.0" seconds during the SP reach 63 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 is the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect. Change, or the change compatible icon H3 changes to a "rainbow color change compatible icon", or the "Gekiatsu!" Image C3 or the "Congratulations!" Image C4 is based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7). Selected and displayed.

FIG. 17A exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo-repeating three times → SPSP reach” is executed as the variable effect, and the timer effect 1 and the timer effect 2 are executed during the variable effect.
As shown in this timing chart, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and "30. A timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "0" seconds is displayed.
Next, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the fluctuating effect, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and the timer effect showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds. The subtraction display of the timer value of the image 2 (T2) is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The icon C1 is changed to a “corresponding icon” or the “chance!” Image C1 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes "0.0" seconds during the SP reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 is the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect. Or the “Cool!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 17B exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo-repeated four times → all rotation reach” is executed as the variation effect, and the timer effect 1 and the timer effect 2 are executed during the variation effect.
As shown in this timing chart, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and "30. A timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "0" seconds is displayed.
Next, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the fluctuating effect, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and the timer effect showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds. The subtraction display of the timer value of the image 2 (T2) is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The icon C1 is changed to a “corresponding icon” or the “chance!” Image C1 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes “0.0” seconds during the normal reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 becomes the “red change corresponding icon” as the expected effect. The changed or “hot!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).

FIG. 18A exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “pseudo-repeating three times → SPSP reach” is executed as the fluctuating effect, and timer effects 1 to 3 are executed during the fluctuating effect.
As shown in this timing chart, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and "30. A timer effect image 2 (T2) showing a timer value of 0 "seconds and a timer effect image 3 (T3) showing a timer value of" 60.0 "seconds are displayed.
Next, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the fluctuating effect, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and the timer effect showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds. The subtraction display of the timer value of image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 (T3) showing the timer value of “60.0” seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The icon C1 is changed to a “corresponding icon” or the “chance!” Image C1 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes "0.0" seconds during the SP reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 is the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect. Or the “Cool!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Subsequently, when the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) becomes “0.0” seconds during the SP reach 63 seconds after the start of the fluctuation, if the fluctuation effect is a big hit, it corresponds to the fluctuation as an expected feeling effect. The icon H3 changes to the "red variation compatible icon", the variation compatible icon H3 changes to the "rainbow color variation compatible icon", or the "super hot!" Image C3 or the "Congratulations!" Image C4 is produced by the timer. It is selected and displayed based on the content selection table (FIG. 7). On the other hand, in the case of a variation effect that causes a loss, as an expected impression effect, the icon changes to the “red variation corresponding icon” or the “Cheap!” Image C3 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7). To be done.

FIG. 18B exemplifies a timing chart in the case where “quasi-repeated four times → all rotation reach” is executed as the variation effect, and timer effects 1 to 3 are executed during the variation effect.
As shown in this timing chart, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and "30. A timer effect image 2 (T2) showing a timer value of 0 "seconds and a timer effect image 3 (T3) showing a timer value of" 60.0 "seconds are displayed.
Next, during the first pseudo-execution three seconds after the start of the fluctuating effect, the timer effect image 1 (T1) showing the timer value of "10.0" seconds and the timer effect showing the timer value of "30.0" seconds. The subtraction display of the timer value of image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 (T3) showing the timer value of “60.0” seconds is started.
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds during the second pseudo-execution 13 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 indicates "green change" as expected effect. The icon C1 is changed to a “corresponding icon” or the “chance!” Image C1 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Then, when the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes “0.0” seconds during the normal reach 33 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 becomes the “red change corresponding icon” as the expected effect. The changed or “hot!” Image C2 is selected and displayed based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7).
Subsequently, when the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) becomes "0.0" seconds during the SP reach 63 seconds after the start of the change, the change corresponding icon H3 is the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect. Change, or the change compatible icon H3 changes to a "rainbow color change compatible icon", or the "Gekiatsu!" Image C3 or the "Congratulations!" Image C4 is based on the timer effect content selection table (FIG. 7). Selected and displayed.

<Example of production in FIG. 17 (a)>
Here, among the examples of the variable effects for executing the timer effect in the non-time saving state shown in FIGS. 14 to 18, the effect example of FIG. 17A and the effect example of FIG. 18A will be described.
FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an example of the effect shown in FIG. 17A, and FIG. 20 is a diagram showing an example of the effect shown in FIG. 18A.

First, the effect example of FIG. 17A will be described with reference to FIG.
In this example of the effect, the variation corresponding icon H3 is changed to the "green variation corresponding icon" as the expected feeling effect corresponding to the timer effect 1, and the "hot!" Image C2 is displayed as the expected feeling effect corresponding to the timer effect 2. An example is shown.

FIG. 19A shows a state where three first hold icons are displayed in the first hold icon display area H1 (the number of hold memories is three), and two seconds after the variation effect is started (the first pseudo-repeating operation). The screen of the image display apparatus 30 (during execution) is shown.
In this screen, a timer effect image 1 (T1) showing a timer value of "10.0" seconds is displayed in the lower left part of the screen, and "30.0" is displayed so as to be stacked on top of the timer effect image 1 (T1). The timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "second" is displayed.
At this time, a “white variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

Next, FIG. 19B shows a state in which the first pseudo-execution is being executed and the timer effect image 1 (T1) and the timer effect image 2 (T2) are being subtracted and displayed.
At this time, a “white variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

Next, FIG. 19C shows a state where the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) is “0.0” seconds during the second pseudo-execution and the timer effect image 2 (T2) is in the subtraction display. ing.
As the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes “0.0” seconds, the variation corresponding icon H3 is changed from the “white variation corresponding icon” to the “green variation corresponding icon” and displayed as an expectation effect. To be done.

Next, FIG. 19D shows a state in which the third pseudo-execution is being executed and the timer effect image 2 (T2) is being subtracted and displayed.
Note that the timer effect image 1 (T1) is erased because the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds, and the position where the timer effect image 1 (T1) was displayed. The timer effect image 2 (T2) is slid on and displayed.
At this time, the "green variation corresponding icon" is displayed as the variation corresponding icon H3.

Next, FIG. 19E shows a state in which the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) is "0.0" seconds during the execution of SP reach.
Since the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes “0.0” seconds, the “hot!” Image C2 is displayed as the expected effect effect.

Next, the effect example of FIG. 18A will be described with reference to FIG.
In this example of the effect, the "chance!" Image C1 is displayed as the expected effect corresponding to the timer effect 1, and the change corresponding icon H3 is changed to the "red change corresponding icon" as the expected effect corresponding to the timer effect 2. , An example in which a "Congratulations!" Image C2 is displayed as an expectation effect corresponding to the timer effect 3.

FIG. 20A shows a state where three first hold icons are displayed in the first hold icon display area H1 (the number of hold memories is three), and two seconds after the variation effect is started (the first pseudo-link). The screen of the image display apparatus 30 (during execution) is shown.
In this screen, a timer effect image 1 (T1) showing a timer value of "10.0" seconds is displayed in the lower left part of the screen, and "30.0" is displayed so as to be stacked on top of the timer effect image 1 (T1). The timer effect image 2 (T2) showing the timer value of "seconds" is displayed, and the timer effect image 3 (T3) showing the timer value of "60.0" seconds is further stacked on the timer effect image 1 (T2). ) Is displayed.
At this time, a “white variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

Next, FIG. 20B shows a state in which the first pseudo-execution is being executed, and the timer effect image 1 (T1), the timer effect image 2 (T2), and the timer effect image 3 (T3) are being subtracted and displayed. ..
At this time, a “white variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

In the subsequent FIG. 20C, the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes “0.0” seconds during the second pseudo-execution, and the timer effect image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 (T3). Indicates that the subtraction display is in progress.
Since the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) has become “0.0” seconds, the “chance!” Image C1 is displayed as the expected effect effect.

Next, FIG. 20 (d) shows a state in which the third pseudo-execution is being executed and the timer effect image 2 (T2) is being subtracted and displayed.
Note that the timer effect image 1 (T1) is erased because the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) becomes "0.0" seconds, and the position where the timer effect image 1 (T1) was displayed. The timer effect image 2 (T2) is slid on, and the timer effect image 3 (T3) is slid and displayed at the position where the timer effect image 2 (T2) was displayed.
At this time, a “white variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

Next, FIG. 20 (e) shows a state in which the timer effect image 2 (T2) has a timer value of "0.0" seconds during normal reach execution and the timer effect image 3 (T3) is in the subtraction display.
As the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes "0.0" seconds, the variation corresponding icon H3 is changed and displayed from the "white variation corresponding icon" as the expectation effect. To be done.

Next, FIG. 20 (f) shows the state in which the normal reach is being executed and the timer effect image 3 (T3) is being subtracted and displayed.
Note that the timer effect image 2 (T2) is erased because the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) becomes "0.0" seconds, and the position where the timer effect image 2 (T2) was displayed. The timer effect image 3 (T3) is slid on and displayed.
At this time, the “red variation compatible icon” is displayed as the variation compatible icon H3.

Next, FIG. 20 (g) shows a state in which the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) is "0.0" seconds during the SP reach execution.
Since the timer value of the timer effect image 3 (T3) has become “0.0” seconds, the “Congratulations!” Image C4 is displayed as the expected effect effect.

<Modification of timer production>
Next, as a modified example of the timer effect, a timer effect aspect in the case of executing a plurality of timer effects among the timer effects 1 to 3 will be described with reference to FIG.
21: is a figure which shows the modification of timer production, FIG.21 (a) is a figure which shows the modification 1 of timer production, FIG.21 (b) is a figure which shows the modification 2 of timer production. FIG. 21C is a diagram showing a modified example 3 of the timer effect.

First, a modified example 1 of the timer effect will be described with reference to FIG.
In the example of performing the timer effects 1 to 3 described above with reference to FIG. 20, all the timer effects 1 to 3 start the subtraction display of the timer value at the same time, but the present invention is not limited to this, and FIG. As shown, until the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) is subtracted from "10.0" seconds to "0.0" seconds, the timer effect image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 ( The subtraction of T3) is suspended, and when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) reaches "0.0" seconds, the timer effect image 2 (T2) is released and the subtraction is started, and the timer effect image 2 (T2) is started. Until the timer value of) is subtracted from "30.0" seconds to "0.0" seconds, the subtraction of the timer effect image 3 (T3) is suspended, and the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) is " At 0.0 ”seconds, the timer effect image 3 (T3) is released and the subtraction is started. It may be.
Note that the point that the timer effect image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 (T3) slide is the same as in FIG.

Next, a modified example 2 of the timer effect will be described with reference to FIG.
The difference between the modified example 2 of the timer effect shown in FIG. 21 (b) and the modified example 2 of the timer effect shown in FIG. 21 (a) is that the timer is displayed on the timer effect image 3 (T3). The effect image 2 is (T2) overlapped and displayed, and the timer effect image 1 (T1) is overlapped and displayed on the timer effect image 2 (T2).
Then, the subtraction of the timer effect image 2 (T2) and the timer effect image 3 (T3) is suspended until the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) reaches “0.0” seconds, and the timer effect image 2 (T2). 21 (a) is that the subtraction of the timer effect image 3 (T3) is suspended until the timer value of is 0.0 seconds.

Next, a modified example 3 of the timer effect will be described with reference to FIG.
In Modified Example 3 of the timer effect shown in FIG. 21 (c), Modified Example 1 of the timer effect shown in FIG. 21 (a) and Modified Example 2 of the timer effect shown in FIG. 21 (b) described above. The difference is that all of the timer effect image 1 (T1) to the timer effect image 3 (T3) are not initially displayed. In Modified Example 3 of the timer effect, when the timer value of the timer effect image 1 (T1) reaches “0.0” seconds, the timer effect image 2 (T2) is added and the timer value of the timer effect image 2 (T2) is added. When the time becomes “0.0” seconds, the timer effect image 3 (T3) is added.

  In the above embodiment, the gaming machine used for the pachinko gaming machine has been described, but the gaming machine may be used for a spinning-type gaming machine (slot machine), a sparrow ball gaming machine, and an arrange ball gaming machine.

1 Gaming Machine 2 Gaming Board 13 First Starting Port 14 Second Starting Port 20 First Special Symbol Display Device 21 Second Special Symbol Display Device 30 Image Display Device 110 Main Control Board 110a Main CPU
110b Main ROM
110c Main RAM
120 Production control board 120a Sub CPU
120b Sub ROM
120c sub RAM

Claims (1)

Determination means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player,
A game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state different from the normal game state,
And a performance executing means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The effect execution means is capable of executing an update effect that updates the amount up to a specific amount,
The update effect is
Including a first update effect of updating the amount at an update interval of 1 until reaching the specific amount, and a second update effect of updating the amount at a plurality of update intervals until reaching the specific amount,
The first update effect is
After starting the first update effect, it does not end before reaching the specific amount,
The second update effect is
After starting the second update effect, it may end before reaching the specific amount,
A gaming machine characterized by that.