JP2020120876A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine which can improve the amusement of a game.SOLUTION: A game machine executes a game performance according to a determination result of determination information acquired on the basis of a winning of a game medium into a start area, and can display a reservation icon and an icon in question. The game machine can execute an execution information performance in which the icon in question is displayed in either of a normal display mode (white icon), or a special display mode (color icon, character icon), and a light emission performance in which light emission means is commanded to emit light in a special light emission mode in accordance with the display of the icon in question in the special display mode. An object of a model motif of the game machine and the light emission means are provided in a location according to the start area. The light emission performance can be ended before the icon in question is erased according to an end of the game performance.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 41

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

In the conventional gaming machine, based on the determination information acquired based on the winning of the game medium into the starting area, it is determined whether or not the jackpot game advantageous to the player is executed, and the game effect according to the result of the determination is generated. A game machine to be executed is common.

In such a gaming machine, while holding information corresponding to each piece of judgment information that has not been judged is displayed on the display means, the holding information that has started the game effect is displayed as execution information, and the holding information or execution is executed. There has been a suggestion that a jackpot game may be executed by changing the display mode of information (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP, 2018-118109, A

However, the gaming machine described in the above patent document has a problem that the interest of the game is low.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the game.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game advantageous to a player, an obtaining unit that obtains determination information based on winning of a game medium into a starting area, and the above-mentioned determination information based on the determination information. Judgment means for judging whether to execute a special game, storage means for storing the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed, effect control means for executing a game effect according to the result of the judgment, and the game An object of a model motif in a machine and a predetermined light emitting means, the object and the light emitting means are provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, and the effect control means determines the determination not yet executed. While displaying the hold information corresponding to each of the information on the display means, the information display for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information, and the execution information in the normal display mode or the normal display mode. Shows the execution information effect that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of different special display modes and the light emitting means in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect that emits light in a special light emission mode, and it is possible to end the light emission effect before the execution information is erased in response to the end of the game effect. ..

According to the present invention, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of a game machine. It is a perspective view of a part of the front side of the gaming machine. It is a perspective view of the back surface side of the gaming machine. It is a figure showing an example of a block diagram of the whole game machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the jackpot determination table. It is a diagram showing an example of a special symbol determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for non-time saving game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the prior determination table for non-time saving game states. It is a figure which shows an example of the special winning opening opening mode determination table. It is a figure showing an example of a game state setting table. It is a figure showing an example of various storage areas of main RAM. It is a figure which shows the main process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the initialization process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interruption process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the input control process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st starting opening detection switch input process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric power control process in a main control board. It is a diagram showing a special symbol storage determination process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure fluctuation pattern determination process in a main control board. It is the figure which shows the main processing of the production control section. It is the figure which shows the timer interruption processing of the production control section. It is the figure which shows the command analysis processing of the production control section. It is the figure which shows the icon change production decision processing of production control section. It is a figure which shows an example of an icon final display mode determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a change scenario determination table. It is a diagram showing a winning light emission effect determination process of the effect control unit. It is a diagram showing an example of a winning light emission effect pattern determination table. It is the figure which shows the fluctuation production pattern decision processing of the production control section. It is a diagram showing an example of a variation effect pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state. It is the figure which shows the big hit announcement production decision processing of production control section. It is a figure which shows an example of the pre-reach notice determination table. It is a figure which shows the icon display mode update process of an effect control part. It is a figure which shows an example of the change pattern determination table for hold icons. It is a figure which shows an example of the 1-step color change pattern determination table for the said icon. It is a figure which shows an example of the two-step color change pattern determination table for the said icon. It is a figure which shows an example of the three-step color change pattern determination table for the said icon. It is a figure which shows an example of the special change pattern determination table for the said icon. It is the figure which shows the lamp luminous production execution processing of the production control section. It is a figure which shows an example of a lamp light emission production mode determination table. It is a figure showing a list of the end timing of lamp lighting production. It is the timing chart 1 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal gaming state. It is an example of the effect at each timing of the timing chart 1 of FIG. It is a continuation of the example of production of FIG. It is the timing chart 2 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal gaming state. It is the example of production in each timing of the timing chart 2 of FIG. It is a continuation of the example of production of FIG. It is the timing chart 3 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state. It is the example of production in each timing of the timing chart 3 of FIG. It is a continuation of the example of production of FIG. It is the timing chart 4 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state. It is an example of an effect at each timing of the timing chart 4 of FIG. 52 is a continuation of the example of production in FIG. It is the timing chart 5 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state. It is the example of production in each timing of the timing chart 5 of Figure 54. It is a continuation of the example of production of FIG. It is the timing chart 1 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the specific game state. It is the example of production in each timing of the timing chart 1 of Figure 57. It is the figure which shows the production example when the luminous production at the time of winning a prize is executed during the lamp luminous production. It is production example 1 when the production control unit cannot receive a command during prefetch production. It is a continuation of the example of production of FIG. It is production example 2 when the production control unit cannot receive a command during prefetch production. It is the figure which shows the production example of the lamp luminous production when there is wiring abnormality regarding the starting mouth lamp. It is a figure showing an example of initial operation when a game state is initialized.

(First embodiment)
Hereinafter, the first embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

(Structure of game machine)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3. 1 is a front view of a gaming machine 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a part of the front side of the gaming machine 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is an embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a perspective view of the back surface side of the gaming machine 1 in FIG.

The gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 2, a game board mounting frame 3 rotatably supported with respect to the outer frame 2, and a glass frame 4 rotatably supported with respect to the game board mounting frame 3. A game board 5 is provided in which a game area 5a in which game balls (game media) as a game value flow down is formed.

The outer frame 2 has a decorative plate 2b attached to a lower front surface of a rectangular base frame 2a whose central portion opens in the front-rear direction, and is a fixing member (for example, a nail or a stopper, etc.) to an island facility of a game store. ) Fixed through.

The game board mounting frame 3 is detachably connected to the outer frame 2 via the first hinge mechanism portion 6 at one end side in the horizontal direction, and is rotatably supported with the first hinge mechanism portion 6 as a fulcrum. Has been done. Therefore, when the game board mounting frame 3 is rotated with respect to the outer frame 2 like a door, the back surface side of the game board mounting frame 3 is exposed to the front, so various devices provided on the back surface side of the game board mounting frame 3 are exposed. It becomes possible to carry out maintenance, etc.

The glass frame 4 is detachably connected to the game board mounting frame 3 via the second hinge mechanism portion 7 at one end side in the horizontal direction, and is rotatably supported with the second hinge mechanism portion 7 as a fulcrum. There is. Therefore, when the glass frame 4 is rotated like a door with respect to the game board mounting frame 3, the game area 5a of the game board 5 and the front part of the game board mounting frame 3 can be opened and closed.

An opening 8 (window portion) that opens in the front-rear direction is formed in a substantially central portion near the upper portion of the glass frame 4, and a transparent member 8a (such as a glass plate or an acrylic plate) is formed so as to close the opening 8 from the rear. Is attached, and the game area 5a is visible through the opening 8 and the transparent member 8a.

Around the opening 8 of the glass frame 4, a sound output device 9 including a speaker, a frame lighting device 10 having a plurality of decorative LEDs, and a payout device 95, which will be described later, are paid out based on the establishment of a grant condition. An upper plate 11 for storing a plurality of game balls such as a game ball, a lower plate 12 for receiving and storing a game ball that has not fully entered the upper plate 11 and has flowed into an overflow ball flow path described later, and a game A launching operation device 13 that can be operated to launch a ball is provided.

The audio output device 9 is provided at two places on the upper part of the glass frame 4 with a space therebetween, and outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect) and the like to produce a sound (music, voice). It is like this. In addition, a plurality of frame lighting devices 10 are provided around the opening 8, and produce an effect by lighting by changing the irradiation direction of the light of each lamp (LED) and the emission color. In addition, the frame lighting device 10 includes a notification LED 10a that is controlled to turn on/blink when a payout abnormality occurs in which the gaming frame cannot be paid out from the glass frame 4 or the payout device 95 is paid out.

The upper plate 11 is such that the bottom surface of the storage portion 11a of the game ball is inclined downward toward the direction side (right direction) of the firing operation device 13, and a ball feed solenoid 11b is provided at the end of the downward inclination. .. When the game balls stored in the storage portion 11a of the upper plate 11 flow down and reach the ball feed solenoid 11b, the game balls are sent one by one toward the game board mounting frame 3 side by the operation of the ball feed solenoid 11b.

Further, in the central front side portion of the upper plate 11, a performance button device 16 and a selection button device 18 (FIG. 1 or FIG. 2) that function as an input device for performing determination operations and selection operations related to various performances described later. (See) are provided side by side.

The effect button device 16 includes an effect button 17 capable of performing a decision operation (operation input), an effect button detection switch 17a for detecting an operation of the effect button 17, and an effect button 17 in a normal state and a normal state. , A button drive motor for changing to a protruding state positioned above and a button vibration motor for changing the effect button 17 between a normal state and a vibrating state in which it vibrates in a predetermined manner. Also, an effect button light emitting LED 17c for changing the effect button 17 between the extinguished state and the lit state of emitting light in a predetermined manner is provided, and the player can input predetermined information to the gaming machine 1.

The selection button device 18 includes a cross key 19 (up button 191A, left button 192A, down button 193A, right button 194A) capable of performing an operation such as a selection operation, and a cross key for detecting the operation of the cross key 19. A key detection switch 19a (see FIG. 4) is provided so that the player can input predetermined information to the gaming machine 1.

Further, a lending operation unit 20 capable of lending a game ball and returning a storage medium such as a card storing the remaining money is provided on the right side of the upper plate 11. When the lending button 20a of the lending operation unit 20 is operated, the remaining amount stored in the storage medium accepted by the ball lending machine (not shown) attached to the gaming machine 1 is subtracted to lend the gaming ball, When the return button 20b of the lending operation unit 20 is operated, the storage medium is returned from a ball lending machine (not shown).

Between the upper plate 11 and the lower plate 12, an overflow ball flow path (not shown) for receiving the game balls that cannot fit in the upper plate 11 and guiding them to the lower plate 12 is formed. Further, a full detection switch 32a (see FIG. 4) for detecting that the game balls are full in the lower plate 12 is provided in the middle of the overflow ball flow path, and the full detection of the lower plate 12 is detected by the full detection switch 32a. The payout of gaming balls by the payout device 95, which will be described later, is stopped while the game is being played.

The firing operating device 13 includes a base 14 fixed to the glass frame 4, a firing handle 15 rotatably provided on the base 14, and a touch sensor for detecting that the player's hand is touching the firing handle 15. 15a (see FIG. 4) and a firing volume 15b (see FIG. 4) including a variable resistor whose resistance value changes according to the rotation angle of the firing handle 15. When it is detected by the touch sensor 15a that the player's hand is touching the firing handle 15, the ball feeding solenoid 11b is actuated to feed the game balls one by one.

On the game board mounting frame 3, a game board mounting portion for mounting the game board 5, a launching device 26 (see FIG. 4) for launching a game ball toward the game area 5a, a game board mounting frame 3, and A lock mechanism 27 for locking the glass frame 4 in a closed state and an opening detection switch 31a (see FIG. 4) for detecting opening (opening/closing) of the glass frame 4 are provided.

The game board mounting portion 25 is formed in a recessed chamber shape having an opening at the front in the approximate center of the top of the game board mounting frame 3, and the game board 5 can be stored from the front. An opening that opens in the front-rear direction is provided at the back of the recessed chamber of the game board attachment portion 25, and various devices provided on the back surface side of the game board 5 through the opening are provided behind the game machine 1. Face.

The launching device 26 is a launching member for launching a game ball, a launching solenoid 28b for driving the launching member (see FIG. 4), and a launching inclination from the launching member toward the lower left end of the game board. A rail and a stopper for stopping the game ball at the launch position, which is the inclined lower end of the launch rail, are provided. When the game ball sent by the ball feed solenoid 11b (see FIG. 4) is received at the launch position, the game ball is launched toward the game area 5a by the action of the launching member.

The lock mechanism 27 is provided on the right side of the game board mounting portion 25, and the front end portion of the cylinder in which the key hole is formed is exposed on the front surface side of the glass frame 4. Then, when the exclusive key is inserted into the key hole of the cylinder and rotated in one direction, the lock of the game board mounting frame 3 is released, and the game board mounting frame 3 can be opened and closed, and when rotated in the other direction, the glass frame. The lock of 4 is released and the glass frame 4 can be opened and closed.

A curved inner rail 35 and an outer rail 36 are provided at a position near the outer edge of the game board 5, and a game area 5a in which a game ball can flow down to a portion surrounded by the inner rail 35 and the outer rail 36. Is formed. Further, between the inner rail 35 and the outer rail 36, a launch ball guide path 38 for guiding the game ball launched by the launching device 26 to the upstream portion of the game area 5a is formed. Further, at the most downstream portion of the game area 5a, an out port 39 for guiding the flowing down game balls to the outside of the game area (collection portion of the game board mounting frame 3) is formed.

A frame-shaped ornamental frame 40 that restricts the entry of game balls into the interior, which is a so-called center case, is provided in the approximate center of the game region 5a, and the ornamental frame 40 causes the game region 5a to be launched with a first firing force. It is divided into a left-side game area in which the played game balls flow down, and a right-side game area in which the game balls launched by a second launching force stronger than the first launching force flow down, and a left-side game region and a right-side game region. Communicate with each other below the decorative frame 40.

On the left side of the decorative frame 40, a warp device 41 for introducing the game balls flowing down the left side game area into the decorative frame 40 is provided, and at the lower part of the decorative frame 40, the interior of the decorative frame 40 by the warp device 41. There is provided a stage section 42 that rolls down the game balls introduced into the table and flows down below the decorative frame 40.

Below the left side of the decorative frame 40, there are provided three general winning openings 43 in which game balls can always win (balls), and below the right side of the decorative frame 40, there are games. One general winning opening 43 is provided so that the ball can always win (win). When the general winning opening detecting switch 43a (see FIG. 4) detects the gaming balls that have won (winning) the general winning opening 43 (the grant condition is satisfied), a predetermined number (for example, 5) of gaming balls are generated. The payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) pays out to the upper plate 11 as a prize ball (giving a game value).

Below the stage section 42, a first starting opening 45 (starting winning area of the first special symbol) in which game balls can always win (winning) is provided, and the first starting opening 45 wins (wins). When the game ball played is detected by the first starting opening detection switch 45a (see FIG. 4) (the grant condition is satisfied), a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 3) are paid out to the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3). Are paid out to the upper plate 11 as prize balls (giving a game value). In addition, the right to perform the special game determination (big hit determination) whether to execute the special game (here, the big hit game) is granted (the special figure determination information described later is stored).

Immediately below the first start port 45, a start port lamp 75 that emits light in a predetermined manner is provided when a lamp emission effect described later is executed, and the gaming machine 1 is covered so as to cover the front of the start port lamp 75. The lens member 75a (object) on which the object “!! (Double surprised mark)” of the model motif of “!

The object of the model motif may be provided directly on the front surface side of the first starting opening 45, or may be provided independently near the first starting opening 45 and the starting opening lamp 75. In this way, by providing an object having a model motif at a position corresponding to the first starting opening 45 where the player's line of sight is likely to gather, it is possible to make the model of the gaming machine 1 easy to impress on the player. ..

Below the ornamental frame 40 and diagonally below the first start opening 45, it is impossible to win a game ball (ball entry) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (that is, winning in a hit determination described later). A variable starter 46 is provided which can convert a difficult closed state into a game ball winning state or an easy open state.

The variable starting portion 46 becomes a flow path of the game ball by the upper surface inclining downward in the left-right direction (left side in FIG. 1), and is movable directly in the front-back direction, and directly below the movable member 48. A second starting opening 47 (starting winning area of the second special symbol) opening upward, and a second starting opening detection switch 47a (FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball winning (entering) in the second starting opening 47. And the movable member 48 is moved forward (the winning restriction position) to convert the second starting port 47 to the closed state, and the movable member 48 is moved backward (the winning allowable position). A second starting opening/closing solenoid 48b (see FIG. 4) for converting the second starting opening 47 to the open state is provided.

Then, a game ball is won in the second starting port 47 that has been opened during the auxiliary game, which will be described later, and this game ball is detected by the second starting port detection switch 47a (see FIG. 4) (the giving condition is satisfied). Then, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, two) are paid out from the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) to the upper plate 11 as prize balls (giving a game value). In addition, a right to perform a special game determination as to whether or not to execute a special game (here, a jackpot game) is granted (special figure determination information described later is stored).

In the right game area on the right side of the decorative frame 40, a universal figure gate 44 (universal figure starting area) through which game balls can always pass is provided. When the game ball that has passed through the universal gate 44 is detected by the gate detection switch 44a, no prize ball is given, but the right to make an auxiliary game determination (hit determination) as to whether or not to execute the auxiliary game is given. It is given (stored general-universal-drawing determination information described later).

Downstream of the universal gate 44, it is possible or easy to open a game ball from a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball (winning) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (a big jackpot is won in the special game determination). A first variable winning portion 49 that can be converted into a state is provided.

The first variable winning portion 49 is a flow path of the game ball when the upper surface inclines downward in the left-right direction (left side in the drawing), and is also a first big winning opening opening/closing member 51 that is movable in the front-rear direction. A first big winning opening 50 (winning area) that opens directly below the first big winning opening opening/closing member 51, and a first big winning that detects a game ball that has won (winning) the first big winning opening By moving the mouth detection switch 50a and the first special winning opening opening/closing member 51 toward the front (winning restriction position), the first special winning opening 50 is converted to the closed state, and at the same time, the first big winning opening opening/closing member 51. A first special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 51b (see FIG. 4) for converting the first special winning opening 50 into an open state by moving the rearward direction (the winning allowable position) is provided.

When the first big winning opening opening/closing member 51 moves from the winning restriction position to the winning possible position during the big hit game, the first big winning opening 50 is converted into an open state, and the upper surface of the first big winning opening opening/closing member 51 is opened. The game balls that have flowed down or the game balls that have reached the first special winning opening 50 win the first big winning opening 50. Then, when the game balls that have won the first special winning opening 50 are detected by the first special winning opening detection switch 50a (the grant condition is satisfied), a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 15) are paid out. From the device 95 (see FIG. 3), the prize balls (giving a game value) are paid out to the upper plate 11.

Downstream of the first variable winning portion 49, it is possible or easy to win a game ball from a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball (winning ball) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (a big hit is won in the special game determination). A second variable winning portion 52 that can be converted to a different open state is provided.

The second variable winning portion 52 becomes a flow path of the game ball by the upper surface inclining downward in the left-right direction (right side in the drawing), and also has a second large winning opening opening/closing member 54 movable in the front-rear direction, The second big winning opening 53 (winning area) that opens directly below the second big winning opening opening/closing member 54, and the second big winning that detects a game ball that has won (winning) the second big winning opening By moving the mouth detection switch 53a and the second special winning opening opening/closing member 54 toward the front (winning restriction position), the second special winning opening 53 is converted to the closed state, and at the same time, the second special winning opening opening/closing member 54. A second special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 54b (see FIG. 4) is provided for converting the second special winning opening 53 to an open state by moving to the rear (winning allowance position).

When the second special winning opening opening/closing member 54 moves from the winning restriction position to the winning allowable position during the big hit game, the second special winning opening 53 is converted into an open state, and the upper surface of the second special winning opening opening/closing member 54 is opened. The game balls that have flowed down and the game balls that have reached the second special winning opening 53 win the second special winning opening 53. Then, when the game balls that have won the second special winning opening 53 are detected by the second special winning opening detection switch 53a, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 15) are provided to the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3). Are paid out to the upper plate 11 as prize balls.

Then, the game ball shot to the left game area flows down along the outer edge of the decorative frame 40 as it is, or flows into the warp device 41 and then flows down through the stage 42, and is provided below the decorative frame 40. One of the three general winning openings 43 and the first starting opening 45 will be won, or it will flow into the out opening 39. Therefore, the general winning opening 43, the universal figure gate 44, the first variable winning portion 49 (first big winning opening 50) and the second variable winning portion 52 (second big winning opening 53) provided in the right game area are won ( It does not pass).

In addition, the game ball which is launched to the right game area, general winning a prize mouth 43, universal figure gate 44, variable starting section 46 (the 2nd starting opening 47), 1st variable winning a prize section 49 (the 1st large winning a prize mouth 50), Either the second variable winning portion 52 (the second big winning opening 53) will be won, or it will flow into the out opening 39. Therefore, there is no winning in the general winning opening 43 and the first starting opening 45 provided in the left game area.

On the back side of the game board 5, there are a general winning opening 43, a first starting opening 45, a second starting opening 47, game balls winning the first big winning opening 50 and a second big winning opening 53, and an out opening 39. An out ball flow path is provided which receives and flows out out balls consisting of inflowing game balls, and an out ball detection switch 39a (see FIG. 4) is provided at the most downstream part of the out ball flow path. The game ball detected by the out ball detection switch 39a flowing down the out ball flow path is discharged to the outside (island equipment) of the game machine 1 from the discharge port on the back side of the game machine 1.

Outside the game area 5a, a symbol display device comprising a first special symbol display device 60, a second special symbol display device 61 and a normal symbol display device 62, a first special symbol hold display device 63, a second special symbol hold device. A holding display device including a display 64 and a normal symbol holding display 65, a round number display 66 that displays the number of rounds when a jackpot game (special game) described below is executed, and a jackpot game (special game described below ) Right-handed indicator 67 that prompts the player to launch a game ball toward the right-hand side game area in the middle or high probability game state, and a state confirmation display that indicates that the setting change mode or setting confirmation mode to be described later is set. A container 68 is provided.

The first special symbol display device 60 displays the result of the special game determination performed based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting opening 45 (ball entry) (informing the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol). Is a variable display, the second special symbol display 61 displays the result of the special game determination performed based on the winning (ball entry) of the game ball to the second starting opening 47 (the jackpot determination of the second special symbol) Is a variable display for informing the result), the normal symbol display 62 displays the result of the auxiliary game determination performed based on the passage (entering) of the game ball into the universal gate 44 (normal symbol) It is a variable display for notifying the result of the hit determination.

Special game determination, special game determination information (random number value for jackpot determination, special symbol determination random number value, reach determination when the game ball wins (ball) to the first starting opening 45 or the second starting opening 47 It corresponds to determining whether or not to execute the jackpot game based on the acquired random number value, random number value for special figure fluctuation pattern determination, etc.).

Then, when the special game determination is performed based on the winning of the game ball into the first starting opening 45, the variable display of the first special symbol is performed on the first special symbol display device 60, and the determination result is notified after a predetermined time has elapsed. The stop display of the first special symbol is performed. Moreover, when the special game determination is performed based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting opening 47, the variable display of the second special symbol is displayed on the second special symbol display 61, and the determination result is notified after a predetermined time has elapsed. The stop display of the second special symbol is performed.

The first special symbol display device 60 and the second special symbol display device 61 are each composed of a plurality of LEDs, and the LEDs of the corresponding display devices in the variable display of each special symbol blink at a predetermined interval or order. Then, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the LED is turned on in a manner of notifying the result of the special game determination (a big hit manner, a small hit manner, a lost manner).

In the present embodiment, the “big hit” means a state in which it is decided to execute the big hit game (special game) in the special game determination. The "big hit game" is a round game in which the special winning openings (the first special winning opening 50 and the second special winning opening 53) are converted from a closed state to an open state in a predetermined manner a predetermined number of times with an interval ( For example, it refers to a game state advantageous for a player who easily wins a prize ball when the player plays it twice or 16 times.

In addition, although the maximum number of times of opening and the maximum opening time of the special winning opening (the first winning opening 50, the second winning opening 53) in each round game are predetermined, before reaching the maximum opening number and the maximum opening time. Even if a predetermined number of game balls (eg, 9) are won (balls) in the special winning opening, one round game is finished. In the present embodiment, it is possible to execute any of a plurality of types of jackpot games (special games) having different degrees of advantage for the player.

Further, the "small hit" means a state in which it is decided to execute the small hit game (special game) in the special game determination. The "small hit game" means that the player who plays the game in which the big winning opening (the second big winning opening 53) is converted from the closed state to the open state in a more disadvantageous manner than the big hitting game can easily win the prize ball. A game state that is advantageous to the player.

In addition, the maximum opening time of the big winning opening in the small hitting game is predetermined, but even before the maximum opening time is reached, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9) are won in the big winning opening (ball entering). ) Then the small hit game ends. Unlike the big hit game, the game state does not change (due to) the execution of the small hit game.

Auxiliary game determination is, based on the passage (entering) of the game ball to the universal figure gate 44, general figure determination information (a random number value for hit determination, a random number value for ordinary symbol determination, a random number value for general pattern variation pattern, etc.) It corresponds to determining whether or not to execute an auxiliary game based on the acquired universal figure determination information. In addition, when the auxiliary game determination is performed, the variation display of the normal symbol is performed on the normal symbol display device 62, and the stop display of the normal symbol that notifies the determination result after a predetermined time has elapsed is performed.

The normal symbol display device 62 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and in the variable display of the normal symbols, the LEDs blink at predetermined intervals or in an order. Then, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the LED is turned on in a manner of notifying the result of the auxiliary game determination (a winning manner or a losing manner).

In the present embodiment, "winning" refers to a state in which it is decided to execute an auxiliary game (hit game) in the auxiliary game determination. The "auxiliary game" means a game state in which the second starting opening 47 is opened in a predetermined manner.

In addition, the maximum opening number and the maximum opening time of the second starting port 47 in the auxiliary game (hit game) are predetermined, but even before reaching the maximum opening number and the maximum opening time, the second starting port 47 is opened. When a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 10) are won (ball), the auxiliary game (winning game) ends. That is, the "auxiliary game" is in a game state in which the start condition of the variable display of the second special symbol is easily established. In addition, in this embodiment, a plurality of types of auxiliary games (win games) having different degrees of advantage to the player are provided.

The first special symbol reservation display 63 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, the number of special symbol determination information (first special symbol reserved) stored when the game ball wins (ball entry) in the first starting opening 45 Is for displaying the number of the first special figure reservation, which is lit or blinks in a mode showing the number of the first special figure reservation. It should be noted that the maximum number of the first special figure reservations is stored at four, but the number may be smaller or larger than four.

The second special symbol reservation display 64 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, the number of special figure determination information (second special figure reservation) stored when the game ball wins (enters) the second starting opening 47 Is for displaying the number of second special figure reservations, and is lit or blinking in a mode showing the number of second special figure reservations. It should be noted that although the maximum number of the second special figure reservations is stored at four, it may be smaller or larger than four, or the second special figure reservation may not be stored. Good.

The normal symbol hold indicator 65 is made up of a plurality of LEDs, and is the number of ordinary figure hold information which is the number of ordinary figure determination information (universal figure hold) stored when the game ball wins (passes) the ordinary figure gate 44. Is displayed, and is lit or blinks in a mode that indicates the number of universal figures reserved. It should be noted that although the maximum of four universal figure reservations are stored, the number of general figure reservations may be smaller or larger than four, or the general figure reservation may not be stored.

The first special symbol display device 60 and/or the second special symbol display device 61 can also be configured by a 7-segment LED. For example, if you win the special symbol jackpot lottery, "3" or "7" is displayed as a stop, and if it is lost, "-" is displayed as a stop. It is preferable to repeat turning off and "-".

The number-of-rounds indicator 66 is composed of a plurality of LEDs and is for displaying the number of rounds when a jackpot state (special game) occurs. The lighting is started, the LED continues to be lit during the big hit game, and the LED is turned off at the end of the big hit game. For example, if the number of rounds is a jackpot game of two times, only the fourth LED from the left is lit, and if the number of rounds is a jackpot game of 16 times, all the LEDs are lit.

The right-handed indicator 67 is composed of one LED, and in the jackpot state (special game) and in the short-time gaming state, a right-handed urge to launch a game ball toward the right-side game area (so-called right-handed) It is for displaying the display, and the LED lights up during the big hit state (special game) and during the time saving game state.

The status confirmation indicator 68 is configured by one LED and is for indicating that the setting change mode described later or the setting confirmation mode described later is set. When the process shifts to, the LED starts to be turned on, and when the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode ends, the LED is turned off. In this way, since the state confirmation display 68 indicating that the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is set is provided on the front surface (front surface) of the gaming machine, the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode It is possible to easily confirm whether or not it is set to. The state confirmation display device 68 may be installed at any position on the front (front surface) of the gaming machine 1, and may be installed at any other place.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display mode (lighting display) is the same regardless of whether the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is set. Which mode is set? May be displayed in a recognizable manner. For example, when the setting change mode is set, the status confirmation display device 68 may be lit and displayed, and when the setting confirmation mode is set, the status confirmation display device 68 may be displayed blinking. However, the reverse is also possible.

Further, in the present embodiment, the status confirmation indicator 68 is provided as a dedicated indicator to indicate that the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is set, but it may also be used as another indicator. Good. For example, in the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode, since the special symbol display devices 60, 61, the special symbol holding display devices 63, 64, the number of rounds display device 66, the right hitting display device 67, etc. are turned off, One or more LEDs of these indicators may be turned on.

A first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), which is a liquid crystal display, is provided in the interior of the effect space 40a defined inside the decorative frame 40. The first image display device 70 is a lower part of the effect space 40a and displays the first image. In front of the device 70, a second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal), which is a liquid crystal display whose size and display area are smaller than those of the first image display device 70, is provided, and above the effect space 40a. The movable effect device 73 for executing the action effect is provided, and the variation notification LED 59 for informing the variable display state of the special symbol is provided on the right part of the effect space 40a.

The first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 perform various effect displays according to the progress of the game. As the effect display, a customer waiting demonstration effect that is performed during the non-execution of the variable display of the special symbol, a variable effect accompanied by the variable display of the effect symbol 70a that is performed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the execution of the jackpot game There are jackpot productions etc.

Further, the second image display device 71 can perform a moving effect by being moved by a liquid crystal movable device (not shown) configured by a solenoid, a motor, etc. while the first image display device 70 is performing the variable effect. Has become.

Specifically, in the vertical direction between the standby position (lower position) located closer to the end of the first image display device 70 and the effect position (upper position) located closer to the center of the first image display device 70. By moving (ascending or descending) to (1), a moving effect is produced. The moving direction of the second image display device 71 (sub liquid crystal) may be the left-right direction or the front-back direction, or may be configured to perform the moving effect by operating the effect button 17.

On the display unit (effective display area) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), a variable display area for displaying three effect symbols 70a (left symbol, middle symbol, right symbol) and execution of variable effect The mode display area etc. which show the production mode concerning are formed.

The effect symbol 70a is, for example, composed of symbols indicating numbers from "1" to "9", and variable display of special symbols executed by the first special symbol display device 60 and the second special symbol display device 61. The variable display is started corresponding to the start of, and the stop display is performed corresponding to the stop of the variable display of the special symbol. As the effect symbol 70a, a symbol indicating an alphabet such as "A" to "F" may be used.

In the stop display of the effect design 70a, the effect design 70a is configured to stop for a predetermined time in a manner of notifying the result of the special game determination (big hit determination) (loose manner, big hit manner, small hit manner). The big hit mode is a combination of the same effect symbols 70a such as "777", the small hit mode is a combination of the effect symbols 70a having regularity such as "357", and the lost mode is that. It is a mode other than.

The form of the variable display of the effect design 70a is scrolling in the vertical direction, but it may be scrolling in the horizontal direction, or may be switched or rotated (rotated) on the spot. Good.

In addition, during the variable display (variable effect) of the effect symbol 70a, various effect images such as background images and characters, movies, etc. are displayed on the first image display device 70 and the second image display according to the result of the special game determination. By being displayed on the device 71, the player's expectation for the jackpot game (special game) being executed is increased.

The first image display device 70 includes a first hold icon display area 70C for displaying a number of first hold icons (first hold information) corresponding to the first special figure hold number (U1) and a second hold icon display area 70C. A second hold icon display area 70D for displaying a number of second hold icons (second hold information) corresponding to the number of hold figures (U2), and execution of a variable effect executed by subtracting the number of special figure hold The icon display area 70E and the like for displaying the icon (execution information) indicating that it is inside is formed.

The first hold icon display area 70C includes a first display portion 70C1 (first area), a second display portion 70C2 (second area), and a third display portion 70C3 (third area) from the side closer to the icon display area 70E. , 4th display part 70C4 (4th area), and the 1st reservation of the number corresponding to the 1st special figure reservation number (U1) is divided into the 1st display part 70C1-the 4th display part 70C4. The icon is displayed.

Specifically, the first display unit 70C1 displays the first holding icon indicating the first holding memory in which the variable display of the first special symbol is executed first, and the second display unit 70C2 displays the second holding icon. The first hold icon indicating the first hold storage in which the variable display of the first special symbol is executed is displayed, and the variable display of the first special symbol is executed third in the third display unit 70C3. The first hold icon indicating the hold storage is displayed, and the fourth display unit 70C4 displays the first hold icon indicating the first hold storage in which the variable display of the first special symbol is executed fourth.

The second hold icon display area 70D includes a first display portion 70D1 (first area), a second display portion 70D2 (second area), a third display portion 70D3 (third area), and a fourth display portion 70D4 (from the left side). The fourth display area 70D1 to the fourth display area 70D4 display a number of second hold icons corresponding to the second special figure hold number (U2).

Specifically, the first display portion 70D1 displays a second hold icon indicating the second hold storage in which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed first, and the second display portion 70D2 displays the second hold icon. The second hold icon indicating the second hold storage in which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed is displayed, and the third display unit 70D3 is the third in which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. The second hold icon indicating the hold storage is displayed, and the fourth display unit 70D4 displays the second hold icon indicating the second hold storage in which the variable display of the second special symbol is executed fourth.

The icon display area 70E is formed immediately above the pedestal image for distinction from the first hold icon display area 70C and the second hold icon display area 70D, and is placed on or floats on the pedestal image. The icon is displayed as follows.

Specifically, the first hold icons displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C along with the start of the variable display of the first special symbol (effect pattern 70a) are directed toward the icon display area 70E one by one. Moving (shifting), the first holding icon displayed on the first display unit 70C1 becomes the icon by moving (shifting) to the icon display area 70E, and the variable display of the first special symbol (effect symbol 70a) At the end of, the icon disappears (erases).

In addition, the second hold icon displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D along with the start of the variable display of the second special design (effect design 70a) moves one by one toward the icon display area 70E (shift). ), the second hold icon displayed on the first display unit 70D1 becomes the icon by moving (shifting) to the icon display area 70E, and at the end of the variable display of the second special symbol (effect symbol 70a). The icon disappears (erases). In addition, you may make the said icon disappear in the middle of the variable display of a special design (effect design 70a).

In the embodiment of the present invention, the effect symbol 70a is variably displayed on the first image display device 70, but the effect symbol may be variably displayed on the second image display device 71. Both the image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 may perform variable display of the effect symbols 70a.

The movable effect device 73 includes an operable first movable member 73a and a second movable member 73b, and the first movable member 73a and the first movable member 73a during execution of variable display of the effect symbol 70a executed by the first image display device 70. By causing the second movable member 73b to perform a predetermined action, it is possible to execute the action effect. Further, the first movable member 73a and the second movable member 73b are provided with a board lighting device 74 having a plurality of decorative LEDs, and can emit light in a predetermined mode during execution of the action effect. ..

Specifically, the first movable member 73a is located at a standby position (first position) located closer to the end (upper side) of the first image display device 70 and closer to the center (lower) of the first image display device 70. It is configured to move (raise and descend) with respect to the located effect position (second position). The second movable member 73b is configured to move between a standby position (first position) that covers a part of the front of the first movable member 73a and a performance position that retracts from the front of the first movable member 73a. ..

The variation notification LED 59 is configured by a full-color LED, and is provided with a first variation notification LED 59a corresponding to the first special symbol and a second variation notification LED 59b corresponding to the second special symbol. The first variation notification LED 59a starts a color change (variation display of the first special symbol) corresponding to the start of the variation display of the first special symbol, and a color corresponding to the stop of the variation display of the first special symbol. By stopping the change (variable display of the first special symbol), whether or not the first special symbol is variably displayed is notified. The second variation notification LED 59b starts a color change (variable display of the second special symbol) corresponding to the start of the variable display of the second special symbol, and a color corresponding to the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol. By stopping the change (variable display of the second special symbol), whether or not the second special symbol is variably displayed is notified.

The result of the variable display (special game determination) of the first special symbol is notified by the combination of the stop-displayed effect symbol 70a and the first special symbol, and the combination of the stop-displayed effect symbol 70a and the second special symbol is notified. The result of the variable display (special game range) of the second special symbol may be notified by. Moreover, while notifying the result of the variable display (special game determination) of the first special symbol only by the first special symbol stopped and displayed, the variable display of the second special symbol only by the second special symbol stopped and displayed (special game determination ) Results may be reported.

Further, instead of performing the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol by the first variation notification LED 59a or the second variation notification LED 59b, the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed on the first image display device 70 or the first special symbol. The two-image display device 71 may be variably displayed.

On the back side of the game board mounting frame 3 and the game board 5, a payout device 95 for paying out the game balls based on the establishment of a predetermined payout condition (prize ball, ball lending), a game supplied from an island facility or the like. A game ball storage unit 96 that stores balls and supplies them to the payout device 95, a main control device 110A that incorporates a main control board 110, a payout control device 120A that incorporates a payout control board 120, and an effect control board 130. An effect control device 130A, a power supply device 160A with a built-in power supply board 160, and a game information output terminal board 90 for outputting game information to the outside of the game machine (information collecting device such as a hall computer) are provided.

In addition, an opening/closing door-type cover member 23 is provided which opens and closes in the left and right directions on the left and right sides around a rotation axis set on the left and right sides so as to cover the upper part of the main control device and the entire effect control device from the rear. In the production control device 130A, the volume of the production sound output from the audio output device 9 so as to be covered by the cover member 23, the image display device, and various illumination devices (frame illumination device 10, panel illumination device 74). A changeover switch 22 is provided for changing over the adjustment mode relating to the adjustment of the light amount.

(Block diagram of the entire gaming machine)
Next, the control means for controlling the progress of the game will be described with reference to the entire block diagram of the gaming machine 1 in FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the entire gaming machine 1.

As the control configuration of the present embodiment, a main control board 110 that comprehensively controls the progress (basic operation) of the game, and a payout control that controls the payout of game balls based on the receipt of a payout control command from the main control board 110. Board 120, production control board 130 for controlling the production related to the game based on reception of production control command from main control board 110, and power supply board for supplying power to main control board 110, payout control board 120 and production control board 130 It is equipped with 160.

The communication between the main control board 110 and the payout control board 120 is configured so that commands can be transmitted and received bidirectionally, and the communication between the main control board 110 and the performance control board 130 is performed from the main control board 110. It is configured so that commands can be transmitted to the substrate 130 in only one direction.

The main control board 110 is a main control unit as a one-chip microcomputer that includes a main CPU 110a that performs arithmetic processing, a main ROM 110b that stores game control programs and the like, a main RAM 110c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, and an input/output port. It is equipped with 110m.

A general winning opening detection switch 43a, a gate detection switch 44a, a first starting opening detecting switch 45a, a second starting opening detecting switch 47a, a second starting opening opening/closing solenoid 48b, and a first large opening are provided at the input/output ports of the main controller 110m. Winning hole detection switch 50a, first big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 51b, second big winning opening detecting switch 53a, second big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 54b, magnetic detection sensor 55a, radio wave detection sensor 56a, out ball detection switch 39a, first 1 special symbol display 60, second special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, first special symbol hold indicator 63, second special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, number of rounds indicator 66, right-handed indicator 67, state confirmation indicator 68, game information output terminal board 90, RWM clear switch 111a, setting key switch 112a, information indicator 113, payout control board 120 and effect control board 130 are connected. ..

The main CPU 110a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the game control program stored in the main ROM 110b, and performs arithmetic processing relating to the game while utilizing the main RAM 110c as a work area. As a result, control processing according to detection signals from various input devices (detection switches, detection sensors, etc.), control processing for controlling various output devices (solenoid, display, etc.), and transmission/reception of various control commands Control processing, control processing for transmitting game information to the outside of the game machine (such as a hall computer) via the game information output terminal board 90 are performed.

The memory area of the main control unit 110m includes a memory area assigned to the main ROM 110b and a memory area assigned to the main RAM 110c.

Access to the memory area of the main ROM 110b is prohibited, such as a game ROM area in which programs and data relating to the progress of the game are stored, an information ROM area in which programs and data relating to the performance display of the gaming machine are stored. A 16-byte or more unused area that stores "0", a ROM comment area that stores data such as the program title and version, and a vector table that sets the start address of timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, etc. An area and an HW parameter area in which parameters such as a start address and an end address of the access prohibited area are set are sequentially arranged.

The game ROM area stores a game program area in which a program related to the progress of the game is stored, a first unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored, and data related to the progress of the game. A game data area to be stored and a second unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored are sequentially arranged.

The information ROM area is an information program area in which a program related to the performance display of the gaming machine is stored, an unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored, and data related to the performance display of the gaming machine. The information data areas for storing are sequentially arranged.

In the memory area of the main RAM 110c, a game RWM area used as a work (work area) when executing a game program and an information RWM area used as a work (work area) when executing an information program are sequentially arranged. There is.

The game RWM area temporarily stores a game work area used as a work by the game program, a first unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored, and data being processed by the game program. A game stack area for temporarily saving and a second unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored are sequentially arranged.

In the game work area, a set value area for storing a set value, a judgment information area for storing judgment information (checksum described later) for judging an abnormality in the RWM area, and changes depending on the progress of the game. A game data area for storing game data is arranged in order.

The information RWM area is an information work area used as a work by the information program, an unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored, and the data being processed by the information program is temporarily saved. An information stack area for causing the information is arranged in order.

In the work area for information, a performance information area for storing information on the performance of the gaming machine 1 and an error information area for storing information on various error determinations are sequentially arranged.

Hereinafter, a gaming area (gaming ROM area, gaming RWM area) that performs processing based on the gaming program, and an information area (information ROM area, information RWM area) that performs processing based on the information program The relationship will be described.

When the main CPU 110a performs processing based on the game program, it basically refers to the game data area and also refers to and updates the contents of the game RWM area while using the game RWM area as a work. ing. Further, when performing the processing based on the information program, basically, the information data area is referred to, and the content of the information RWM area is referred to and updated while using the information RWM area as a work. ing.

However, in the processing based on the game program, the contents of the information RWM area cannot be updated, but can be referred to. Further, in the processing based on the information program, the contents of the game RWM area cannot be updated, but they can be referred to.

When performing the processing based on the information program, the flag register is saved in the gaming RWM area in the processing based on the game program, and then the information program is called to execute the processing based on the information program. Immediately after the processing based on the program ends and the game program is restored, the flag register is restored from the game RWM area.

In addition, immediately after the information program is started, the stack pointer of the game stack area is saved in the information RWM area and then the stack pointer of the information stack area is set, and all the registers used in the game program are set in the information RWM area. The register for all the registers used in the game program immediately before the end of the information program is restored from the information RWM area and the stack pointer of the game stack area is restored.

By doing so, it is possible to protect the data used by the gaming program when performing the processing based on the information program, and when the information program returns to the gaming program, a problem occurs. Will disappear.

The payout control board 120 includes a payout control unit 121 that drives the payout device 95 to control the payout of game balls, and a launch control unit 122 that drives the launching device 26 to control the launch of the game balls.

The payout control unit 121 includes a payout CPU 121a for performing arithmetic processing, a payout ROM 121b in which a payout program and the like are stored, a payout RAM 121c serving as a work area for arithmetic processing, an input/output port, and the like.

To the input/output port of the payout control unit 121, the open detection switch 31a, the full detection switch 32a, the payout ball detection switch 95a for detecting the game ball paid out from the payout device 95, and the payout device 95 to pay out the game ball A ball presence detection switch 96a for detecting that the game balls are stored in the payout motor 95b and the game ball storage unit 96 is connected.

The payout CPU 121a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the payout control program stored in the payout ROM 121b, and performs arithmetic processing relating to payout of gaming balls while using the payout RAM 121c as a work area. Thereby, the control process for paying out the game ball from the payout device 95 according to the payout control command from the main control substrate 110, the control process for transmitting the command based on the result of the arithmetic process to the main control substrate 110, and the like. To do.

The firing control unit 122 includes a control circuit, an input/output port and the like, which are not shown.
The ball feed solenoid 11b, the touch sensor 15a, the firing volume 15b, the firing solenoid 28b, and the like are connected to the input/output port of the firing control unit 122.

When the firing control unit 122 detects that the player's hand is touching the firing handle 15 by the touch signal input from the touch sensor 15a, the ball feeding solenoid 11b and the firing solenoid 28b are allowed to be energized to fire. When it is detected that the rotation angle of the firing handle 15 is changed by the detection signal from the volume 15b, the ball feeding solenoid 11b is driven, and the firing solenoid is controlled to have a firing strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the firing handle 15. 28b is driven to shoot game balls (99.9/minute).

The effect control board 130 controls the effect control unit 130m that comprehensively controls the progress of the effect based on the reception of the effect control command from the main control board 110, and the image display based on the effect control command received from the effect control unit 130m. A display control unit 140 that performs control processing of audio output, and a lamp control unit 150 that performs control processing of various light emitting members (LEDs and the like) and various drive sources (motors and the like) based on reception of production control commands from the production control unit 130m. Equipped with.

The effect control unit 130m includes a sub CPU 130a that performs arithmetic processing, a sub ROM 130b that stores an effect control program, a sub RAM 130c that serves as a work area for arithmetic processing, and an input/output port.

An effect button detection switch 17a and a cross key detection switch 19a are connected to the input/output port of the effect control unit 130m.

The sub CPU 130a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the effect control program stored in the sub ROM 130b, and performs the operation related to the effect while utilizing the sub RAM 130c as a work area. Thereby, according to the control process for determining the effect mode of the variable effect, the control process for transmitting the effect control command based on the determination result to the display control unit 140, and the detection signal from various input devices (detection switch or the like). Control processing for controlling various output devices (lighting device, motor, etc.).

In response to the command from the effect control unit 130m, the display control unit 140 performs control to display a predetermined image on the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71, or causes the voice output device 9 to output a predetermined voice. And control to output sound.

The display control unit 140 controls the display control command (display list) from the overall control unit 141 and the overall control unit 141 that comprehensively controls image display and audio output based on the reception of the production control command from the production control unit 130m. An image control unit 145 (VDP) that controls the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 based on the reception, a CGROM 146 that stores image data and the like, and a voice control command from the overall control unit 141. An audio control unit 148 (audio LSI) for controlling the audio output device 9 based on the audio output device 9 and an audio ROM 149 storing audio data are provided.

The overall control unit 141 includes an overall CPU 141a that performs arithmetic processing, an overall ROM 141b that stores an overall control program, an overall RAM 141c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, an image control unit 145 (VDP), and a voice control unit 148 (voice. (LSI) is connected to the input/output port.

The general CPU 141a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads the general control program stored in the general ROM 141b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the effect while using the general RAM 141c as a work area. Accordingly, a control process for generating a display control command (display list) for instructing an effect image to be displayed on the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 and transmitting the display control command to the display control unit 140, a voice output device. Control processing for generating a voice control command instructing the effect sound to be output from 9 and transmitting it to the voice control unit 148 (voice LSI) is performed.

The lamp control unit 150 includes a lamp CPU 150a that performs arithmetic processing, a lamp ROM 150b that stores a lamp control program, a lamp RAM 150c that serves as a work area during arithmetic processing, and an input/output port.

At the input/output port of the lamp control unit 150, the frame lighting device 10, the effect button drive device 17b (effect button drive motor, effect button vibration motor), the effect button light emitting LED 17c, the starting port lamp 75, the movable effect device 73, the board. Lighting device 74 is connected.

The lamp CPU 150a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads the lamp control program stored in the lamp ROM 150b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the effect while using the lamp RAM 150c as a work area. Thereby, the control processing of the frame lighting device 10, the effect button drive device 17b, the effect button light emitting LED 17c, the starting opening lamp 75, the movable effect device 73, and the panel lighting device 74 is performed.

The power supply board 160 generates a main power supply (operation power supply) necessary for the operation of the game machine from a power supply supplied from the outside of the game machine, and supplies the main power supply to the game machine 1 (main control board 110, payout control board 120, Supply to the effect control board 130 and various electronic components (corresponding to a power supply means). The power supply board 160 detects whether or not the supplied power supply voltage has dropped (power outage has occurred) and outputs a voltage drop signal to the main control board 110 based on the drop in power supply voltage (power outage). A disconnection detection circuit 162 and a backup power supply circuit 163 for supplying backup power to the main control board 110 when the power supply is cut off (power failure) are provided.

Further, the power supply board 160 is for switching between an ON state in which main power is supplied to the gaming machine 1 (main control board 110, payout control board 120, effect control board 130 and various electronic components) and an OFF state in which the main power supply is stopped. The power switch is provided so that it can be operated by a clerk of the game store, and when the power switch is turned on, the supply of main power is started and the operation of the gaming machine 1 is started. The backup power supply to the main control board 110 is maintained even when the power switch is off.

The power failure detection circuit 162 monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1, and outputs a voltage drop detection signal to the main control board 110 when the power supply voltage becomes equal to or lower than a predetermined value. When the power supply voltage becomes higher than the predetermined value during the output, the output of the voltage drop detection signal is stopped.

The backup power supply circuit 163 includes a capacitor that stores electricity when the game machine is energized, and the power supply voltage for backup stored in the capacitor when the power is cut off (power failure) is supplied to the main RAM 110c of the main control board 110. Supply. As a result, the stored contents of the main RAM 110c are retained even when the power is cut off (power failure), and the control state of the game is restored to the state before the power cut (power failure) after recovery from the power cut (power failure). You can

Although backup power is not supplied to the payout control board 120 and the effect control unit 130m, the payout control board 120 and the sub-RAM 130c retain the stored contents even when the power is cut off (power failure). Backup power may be supplied to the performance control unit 130m. Further, the backup power may be supplied to only one of the payout control board 120 and the effect control unit 130m.

(Explanation of game state)
Next, a game state when the game progresses will be described. In this embodiment, there are a "low-probability game state" and a "high-probability game state" as states related to special game determination (big hit determination), and "non-time saving game" as a state related to the movable member 48 of the second starting opening 47. It has a "state" and a "time saving game state".
Therefore, in the present embodiment, the low-probability gaming state and the non-time saving game state "low probability non-time saving game state (normal game state)" and the low probability game state and time saving game state "low probability time saving game state ( "Time saving game state)", and "high probability time saving game state (probability variation game state)" which is a high probability game state and time saving game state.

The initial gaming state of the gaming machine 1 is set to the "low probability non-time saving gaming state". Also, the gaming state during the jackpot game is also set to the "low-probability non-time saving game state", but the gaming state is different from the normal gaming state.

Here, the "low-probability game state" is, for example, a stage of the degree of advantage of the game (when the jackpot probability in the jackpot lottery) is "1", the first start opening 45 or the second start In a special game determination (big hit determination) performed on the condition that a game ball enters the mouth 47, the winning probability of the big hit is about 1/300, which is a low game state.

On the other hand, the "high-probability gaming state" means that when the setting value is "1", the winning probability of the jackpot is set to a high value of about 1/60, which is higher than that of the low-probability gaming state. A game state that is advantageous to. The transition from the low-probability game state to the high-probability game state is performed after the jackpot game is over.

Further, in the "non-time saving game state", in the auxiliary game determination (hit determination) performed on the condition that the game ball has passed through the universal gate 44, the winning probability per hit is set as low as 1/16, It means a game state in which the average time of variable display of symbols is set to about 30 seconds, and the opening time of the second starting opening 47 when winning is set to 0.2 seconds.

On the other hand, the "time saving game state" means that the winning probability of winning is set as high as 15/16, the average time of the variable display of the ordinary symbols is set to about 3 seconds, and the winning case is won. By setting the opening time of the 2 start port 47 to 5 seconds, the game state is advantageous for the player in which the consumption of the game ball is suppressed as compared with the non-time saving game state. The transition from the non-time saving game state to the time saving game state is performed after the jackpot game is over.

It should be noted that the "time saving game state" is set to be more advantageous than the "non-time saving game state" in terms of the average variation time of the normal symbols, the opening time of the second starting opening 47, and the winning probability of the winning lottery. Alternatively, only one of the average variation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting opening 47 and the winning probability of the winning lottery may be set to be advantageous.

Also, the winning probability in the auxiliary game determination in the non-time saving game state is the same without changing by the set value, but it can be changed by the setting value so that the larger the setting value becomes, the more advantageous the winning probability becomes. Good. Also, the winning probability in the auxiliary game determination in the time saving game state is the same without changing according to the set value, but it may be changed depending on the setting value so that the larger the setting value becomes, the more advantageous the winning probability becomes. Good.

Next, the details of various tables stored in the main ROM 110b will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Big hit judgment table)
FIG. 5(a) is a jackpot determination for the first special symbol which is referred to when determining (jack determination) the special symbol determination information acquired based on the winning (ball) of the game ball into the first starting opening 45. It is a table, and FIG. 5(b) is a second special symbol that is referred to when determining (big hit determination) the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning (entering) of the game ball into the second starting opening 47. Is a jackpot determination table for.

As shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, in the jackpot determination table, the current setting value, the probability game state when performing the jackpot determination, the jackpot determination random number value, the determination result of the jackpot determination ( Big hits, small wins, and loss) are associated with each other, and for reference, approximate winning probabilities in the case of "big hits" and "small wins" are described in the rightmost column.

The main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 5(a) or the jackpot determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 5(b), and the current setting value, the current probability game. Based on the state and the jackpot determination random number value, it is determined which of the “big hit”, the “small hit”, and the “miss”.

For example, according to the jackpot determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 5 (a), when the setting value is "1" and the low probability game state, 200 of "100" to "299" The jackpot determination random number value is determined to be a "big hit", and when in the high-probability gaming state, 1000 big hit determination random number values of "100" to "1099" are determined to be a "big hit". In addition, regardless of whether it is the low-probability game state or the high-probability game state, the 200 big-hit determination random number values “2000” to “2199” are determined as “small hits”. Therefore, the big hit determination random number value other than the big hit or the small hit is determined to be “miss”.

As a feature of the jackpot determination table for the special symbol shown in FIG. 5, the jackpot probability changes depending on the set value, but the jackpot probability does not change and is constant. By doing so, the advantage degree of the player is not extremely changed by the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

The probability of being a jackpot in the high-probability gaming state is five times the probability of being a jackpot in the low-probability gaming state (common regardless of the set value), but it is a jackpot. The probability of being performed is not limited to 5 times, and may be set to any value such as 3 times or 8 times as long as the value is 10 times or less.

Further, the big hit determination table for the second special symbol, the small hit is not set, but the small hit may be set to have the same probability as the big hit determination table for the first special symbol, The small hit may be set so as to have a different probability from the big hit determination table for the first special symbol.

Further, the larger the set value, the more advantageous the player (the higher the jackpot probability). On the contrary, the smaller the set value, the more advantageous the player (the higher the jackpot probability). You can

Further, in all the setting values (1 to 4), the probability of being determined as a big hit may be the same in the low-probability game state and/or the high-probability game state, for example, two or three setting values ( 1 and 2, 1 to 3, etc.), the probability of being determined as a big hit may be the same in the low-probability game state and/or the high-probability game state.

(Special symbol determination table)
6(a) is a special symbol determination table for the big hit which is referred to when determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is determined to be the big hit, and FIG. 6(b) is when it is determined that there is a loss. Is a special symbol determination table for the loss referred to when the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined, and FIG. 6C is a small hit referred to when the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined when it is determined to be a small hit. Is a special symbol determination table for.

As shown in FIGS. 6(a) to (c), in the special symbol determination table, the type of the special symbol for determining the stop symbol, the random number for the special symbol determination, the determination result of the special symbol determination, and this determination The stop special figure data indicating the result and the special symbol designation command indicating the determination result of the special symbol determination are associated with each other.

Special symbols "01" and "04" are jackpot special symbols that perform the first jackpot game consisting of 16 round games, and special symbols "02" and "05" are from 16 round games. It is a jackpot special symbol that executes the second jackpot game, and "03" is a jackpot special symbol that executes the third jackpot game consisting of two round games. Also, the special symbols "00" and "10" are lost special symbols in which the jackpot game is not executed. Also, the special symbols "20" and "21" are small hit special symbols in which the small hit game is executed.

It should be noted that, although one lost special symbol is associated with each of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, a plurality of lost special symbols are associated with at least one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Good.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special symbol determination table shown in any of FIGS. 6(a) to (c), the type of the special symbol for determining the stop symbol, and the special symbol based on the special symbol determination random value. The type, the stop special figure data, and the special symbol designation command are determined, and the special symbol designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The first feature of the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6 is that the types of big hit special symbols, the types of lost special symbols, and the types of small hit special symbols are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, the game play is not overly complicated, and the player can play the game with peace of mind. At least one of the big hit special symbol and the small hit special symbol may be one type.

The second feature of the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6 is that the selection ratios of various jackpot special symbols, the selection ratios of various lost symbols, and the selection ratios of various small hit symbols are constant without changing according to the set values. Is mentioned. By doing so, the advantage degree of the player is not extremely changed by the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

(Special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table)
FIG. 7 is a special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state that is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the non-time saving game state.

As shown in FIG. 7, in the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table, the type of the special symbol (starting opening) to be displayed in a variable manner, the determination result of the jackpot determination, the determination result of the special symbol (stop special symbol data), Reach judgment random number value, the first special figure reservation number (U1) or the second special figure reservation number (U2), special figure fluctuation pattern judgment random number value, special figure fluctuation pattern as the judgment result, and special symbol And the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command indicating the special figure fluctuation pattern are associated with each other.

Therefore, it can be said that the "special figure variation pattern" can specify at least the type of the special symbol, the determination result of the jackpot determination, and the variation time of the special symbol. In addition, when the judgment result of the big hit judgment is lost, the reach judgment random number value is referred to, but in the case of the big hit and the small hit, the reach judgment random number value is not referred to.

In the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, in the case where the determination result of the big hit determination is a loss, when the special figure reservation number (first special figure reservation number) increases, the variation time of the special symbol is shortened. The fluctuation pattern is to be decided.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, and determines the jackpot determination result, the special symbol determination result (stop special figure data), the random number value for reach determination, the first special figure hold number (U1). ) Or the second special figure reservation number (U2), based on the special figure variation pattern determination random value, the special figure variation pattern, the variation time of the special symbol and the special figure variation pattern designation command are determined, and the special figure variation pattern is designated. The command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

Further, the effect control board 130 is configured to determine the content (effect mode) of the variable effect based on the special figure fluctuation pattern (variation pattern designation command), as will be described later. In the rightmost column of the diagram pattern determination table, the effect contents that can be executed in the variable effect are described for reference.

As the effect contents shown in the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7, "normal fluctuation" and "shortening fluctuation" mean that the three effect symbols 70a fluctuate at high speed at random and stop without reaching. This means that the shortened fluctuation ends in a shorter fluctuation time than the normal fluctuation.

In addition, “reach” expects the player to execute a jackpot game such that a part of the combination of the effect symbols 70a for notifying the jackpot is temporarily stopped and the other effect symbols 70a change. It means a variation mode. For example, when a combination of three effect symbols 70a of "777" is set as a combination of effect symbols 70a for notifying a big hit (a big hit result mode), the same effect symbol 70a is set to "7" in the left side area and the right side area. It temporarily stops, and the remaining effect design 70a is changing in the central area.

The "temporary stop" means that the effect design 70a sways slightly or the effect design 70a is slightly deformed to make the player think that the effect design 70a is stopped (completely stopped). Not) refers to the embodiment.

Further, "normal reach" means a reach in which the same effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped in the left side region and the right side region, and the other effect symbol 70a changes in the central region, and the reach with the lowest expectation of a big hit. Has become. In this embodiment, the "normal reach" is not a big hit, but the "normal reach" may be a big hit.

The "SP reach" is a super reach that has a higher expectation of a big hit than the normal reach. For example, a special effect that makes the player expect that the three effect symbols 70a are reduced and moved to the corners of the image display device, and the jackpot game is executed using almost the entire display area of the image display device. I am supposed to do it.

The "SPSP reach" is a special reach that has a higher expectation of a big hit than the super reach. For example, the three effect symbols 70a are reduced and moved to the corners of the image display device, and almost all of the display area of the image display device is used to perform a special effect than "SP reach".

In addition, the "full rotation reach" is a reach that is confirmed as a big hit. For example, when the three effect symbols 70a are all the same and are aligned, the speed fluctuates at a low speed, and a special effect is performed rather than "SPSP reach" using almost the entire display area of the image display device.

In addition, the "chance production" is a production that fuels whether it is a big hit or a small hit. For example, the three effect symbols 70a are reduced and moved to the corners of the image display device, but the reach state is not reached, and a special effect is performed using almost the entire display area of the image display device.

The first feature of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7 is that the types of determined special figure variation patterns are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, it becomes difficult to detect the set value from the special figure variation pattern, and it becomes possible to provide a fair game.

The second feature of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 7 is that the selection ratios of the special figure fluctuation patterns are the same without changing according to the set values. By doing so, it becomes difficult to detect the set value from the special figure variation pattern, and it becomes possible to provide a fair game.

The main ROM 110b also stores a special figure variation pattern determination table for the time saving game state that is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the time saving game state, but is basically for the non-time saving game state. This is similar to the special figure variation pattern determination table. However, there is a point that a relatively short variation time is easily determined (average variation time becomes shorter) than the special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state. Therefore, the variable time of the special symbol can be changed between the non-time saving game state and the time saving game state, and the interest of the game can be improved.

The selection ratio of the special figure variation pattern may be changed for each set value, may be changed between the odd number setting and the even number setting, or is it a low setting (for example, 1 or 2)? It may be changed depending on whether it is a high setting (for example, 3 to 4). In addition, a special special figure fluctuation pattern is provided for each set value, a special special figure fluctuation pattern is provided for one of the odd number setting and the even setting, and no special special figure fluctuation pattern is provided for the other. It is also possible to provide a special special figure fluctuation pattern for one of the low setting and the high setting and not provide a special special figure fluctuation pattern for the other.

(Preliminary judgment table)
FIG. 8 is a pre-determination table for the non-time saving game state, which is referred to when pre-determining the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball into the starting opening.

As shown in FIG. 8, in the pre-determination table, the type of special symbol (starting opening), the game state, the determination result of the jackpot determination, the special symbol determination random number value, the reach determination random number value, the special The random number value for figure variation pattern determination, the special figure scheduled variation pattern as the determination result, and the starting mouth winning designation command indicating the special figure scheduled variation pattern are associated with each other.

In the pre-determination of the special symbol determination information, it is possible to determine which of "big hit", "small hit" and "miss" by the random number value for big hit determination, and the type of special symbol can be determined by the random value for special symbol determination Since it is possible to determine in advance the type of special figure scheduled fluctuation pattern to be executed by the reach judgment random value and the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment random value, is it a big hit or a small hit from the starting mouth winning award designation command? Whether or not, it is possible to specify the special symbol type and the special symbol scheduled fluctuation pattern.

The main CPU 110a refers to the pre-determination table shown in FIG. 8, and based on the jackpot determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value, the special symbol planned variation The pattern and the starting mouth winning designation command are determined, and the starting mouth winning designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The main ROM 110b also stores a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for the time saving game state that is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the time saving game state, but with a pre-determination table for the non-time saving game state. The difference is that there is no determination information corresponding to the first special symbol, but it is basically the same as the pre-determination table for the non-time saving game state, so description thereof will be omitted here.

(Big prize opening mode determination table)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a special winning opening opening state determination table for changing the state of the first special winning opening 50 or the second special winning opening 53 in the jackpot game (special game).

As shown in FIG. 9, the special winning opening release mode determination table, the stop special figure data of the special symbol, the type of the special winning opening to be released, the maximum number of round games in the jackpot game, and the big winning opening in one round game To the maximum number of winnings, the opening time from the start of the jackpot game to the execution of the first round game, the maximum number of times the big winning opening in each round game, and the opening of each round game The opening time of the special winning opening, the closing interval time for closing the special winning opening after the end of the round game, and the ending time from the end of the final round game to the end of the jackpot game are associated with each other.

When the stop special figure data is "01", the main CPU 110a executes the first jackpot game, and when the stop special figure data is "02", it is advantageous to the player over the first jackpot game. If the special jackpot data is "03", the third jackpot game, which is more disadvantageous to the player than the second jackpot game, is executed.

(Game state setting table)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a game state setting table for setting the game state after the jackpot game is over. In the game state setting table, special special symbol stop special data, winning state data indicating the gaming state at the time of jackpot winning, a time saving game flag indicating that it is a time saving game state, and a time saving game state can be executed. A time saving number (J) indicating the number of variable displays, a high probability game flag indicating a high probability game state, and a high probability number (X) indicating the number of variable displays executable in the high probability game state. It is associated.

Here, the "winning state data" is information indicating the gaming state at the time of jackpot winning. The game state is composed of a combination of a non-time saving game state, a time saving game state, a low probability game state and a high probability game state.

The main CPU 110a refers to the game state setting table shown in FIG. 10, and based on the stop special figure data and the winning state data, a time saving game flag, a time saving time (J), a high probability game flag, and a high probability. The probability number (X) is determined.

When the high-probability game state is set, 50,000 times may be set as the high-probability number (X), but in the high-probability game state, the winning probability of the jackpot is 1/60, Since the next big hit game is substantially determined, the second big hit game and the third big hit game are big hit games for which the next big hit game is fixed.

As a first feature of the gaming state setting table shown in FIG. 10, even with the same stop special data, based on the winning state data (gaming state at the time of jackpot winning), setting of a time saving game flag and a number of times saving time (J) may be different.

Specifically, in the case of the stop special map data 01 (special symbol 01), "00H" indicating a low probability non-time saving game state is stored as the winning state data regarding the time saving game flag and the time saving number (J). If so, the time saving game flag is not set at the end of the jackpot game, and the time saving number (J) is set to 0 times. On the other hand, if "01H" indicating the low-probability short-time gaming state or "02H" indicating the high-probability short-time gaming state is stored as the winning state data, the time-shortening gaming flag is set at the end of the jackpot game. Set the number of hours saved (J) to 100 times. As a result, the number of hours saved (J) can be changed according to the gaming state at the time of jackpot winning, and the player can be interested in the gaming state at the time of jackpot winning.

The second feature of the game state setting table shown in FIG. 10 is that the types of the time saving game flag and the high probability game flag that are set are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, the advantage degree of the player is not extremely changed by the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

(Various storage areas of main RAM)
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing various storage areas set in the main RAM 110c. Specifically, FIG. 11A is a special view in which special figure determination information acquired when a game ball wins (enters a ball) in the first starting opening 45 and/or the second starting opening 47 is stored. 11(b) is a diagram showing a determination information storage area, FIG. 11(b) is a diagram showing a configuration of each storage unit in the special figure determination information storage area, and FIG. FIG. 11D is a diagram showing a configuration of each storage unit of the general figure determination information storage area in which the general figure determination information acquired when passing is stored.

As shown in FIG. 11A, the special figure determination information storage area is a first special figure determination information reservation storage in which special figure determination information acquired based on winning of a game ball into the first starting opening 45 is stored. An area, a second special figure determination information holding storage area in which special figure determination information acquired based on winning of a game ball into the second starting opening 47 is stored, and special figure determination information in which variable display is being executed is stored. The first special figure determination information holding storage area and the second special figure determination information holding storage area are respectively divided from the first storage section to the fourth storage section.

The first storage section, the second storage section, the third storage section, and the fourth storage section of the first special figure determination information holding storage area are the first display section 70C1 and the second display of the first holding icon display area 70C. It corresponds to the unit 70C2, the third display unit 70C3, and the fourth display unit 70C4, respectively. Further, the first storage unit, the second storage unit, the third storage unit and the fourth storage unit of the second special symbol reserved storage area are the first display section 70D1, the second display section 70D2 of the second reserved icon display area 70D, It corresponds to the third display unit 70D3 and the fourth display unit 70D4, respectively.

Then, the number of special figure determination information (holding information) stored in the first to fourth storage sections of the first special figure determination information storage area becomes the first special figure holding number (U1), and these special figure determinations are made. The number of first hold icons corresponding to the information is displayed on the first display section 70C1 to the fourth display section 70C4 of the first hold icon display area 70C. Further, the number of special figure determination information (holding information) stored in the first to fourth storage sections of the second special figure determination information becomes the second special figure holding number (U2), which corresponds to these determination information. The number of hold icons is displayed on the first display unit 70D1 to the fourth display unit 70D4 of the second hold icon display area 70D.

The zeroth storage unit, which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, corresponds to the icon display area 70E. Then, the icon corresponding to the special figure determination information stored in the 0th storage section is displayed in the icon display area 70E.

As shown in FIG. 11(b), each storage unit is a jackpot determination random number storage area for storing the jackpot determination random number value, and a special symbol determination random number storage for storing the special symbol determination random number value. It is divided into an area, a reach determination random number storage area for storing a reach determination random value, and a special figure variation pattern determination random number storage area for storing a special figure variation pattern determination random value.

When the game ball is won (balled) in the first starting opening 45 and special figure determination information is acquired, the special figure determination information is not stored in the first special figure determination information holding storage area. The acquired special figure determination information is stored in the storage unit having a small number. Further, when the game ball enters the second starting port 47 and the special figure determination information is acquired, the special figure determination information is not stored in the second special figure determination information holding storage area and has the smallest number. The special figure determination information acquired is stored in the storage unit.

The 0th storage unit which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, when the start condition of the variable display of the first special symbol is satisfied, the special figure stored in the first storage section of the first special figure determination information holding storage area The determination information will be shifted and referred to for executing the variable display of the first special symbol. Moreover, when the start condition of the variable display of the second special symbol is satisfied, the special symbol determination information stored in the first storage section of the second special symbol determination information holding storage area is shifted, and the variable display of the second special symbol is displayed. Will be referenced to perform.

As shown in FIG. 11( c ), the general figure determination information storage area and the general figure determination information storage area in which general figure determination information acquired based on the passage of a game ball to the general figure gate 44 is stored, and fluctuations. It is divided into a general figure determination information storage area in which the general figure determination information being displayed is stored, and the general figure determination information holding storage area is divided from the first storage section to the fourth storage section. The number of public figure determination information stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit of the public figure determination information holding storage area is the number of public figure holdings.

As shown in FIG. 11(d), each storage unit is a random number storage area for hitting determination for storing a random number value for hitting determination, and a random number storage for normal symbol determination for storing a random value for normal symbol determination. It is divided into an area and a general-use fluctuation pattern determination random number storage area for storing a random number value for general-use fluctuation pattern determination.

When the game ball passes through the public figure gate 44 and the general figure determination information is acquired, the general figure determination information is stored in the storage unit with the smallest number in which the general figure determination information is not stored. The general-university figure determination information is stored.

The 0th storage unit which is the general figure determination information execution storage area shifts the general figure determination information stored in the first storage section of the general figure determination information holding storage area when the condition for starting the variable display of the ordinary symbols is satisfied. It is usually referred to for executing variable display of symbols.

(flowchart)
Next, the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 will be described using a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
Main processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the main processing in the main control board 110. This main processing is performed by inputting a system reset generated by the supply of power supply voltage from the power supply board 160 to the main CPU 110a.

First, the main CPU 110a performs an initial setting process in step S10. Specifically, a preparatory process for starting a game control, a setting change process for changing a set value based on a setting change operation, and a predetermined RWM area of the main RAM 110c for initializing a RWM clear operation RWM clear processing, setting confirmation processing for confirming the set value based on the setting confirmation operation, and the like are performed. The details of the initial setting process will be described later.

In step S50, the main CPU 110a updates the special symbol determination random number value and the reach determination random number value, and in step S51, the big hit determination initial random number value, the special symbol determination initial random number value, the hit determination initial random number value, Usually update the initial random number for symbol determination.

In step S52, the main CPU 110a detects a voltage drop indicating that a voltage drop has occurred in the power supply from the power failure detection circuit 162 of the power supply board 160 (for example, the supply power supplied at 24 volts drops below 18 volts). It is determined whether or not a signal is input. If the voltage drop detection signal is not input, the process proceeds to step S50, and if the voltage drop detection signal is input, the process proceeds to step S53.

In step S53, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the voltage drop detection signal is continuously input for a predetermined period (for example, 10 milliseconds). If the power is continuously input for a predetermined period, the process is moved to step S54 as if a complete power failure has occurred, and if the power is not supplied for a predetermined period, an instantaneous power failure in which the power supply voltage drops for a moment is possible. If so, the process proceeds to step S52.

In step S54, the main CPU 110a sets an interrupt prohibition that prohibits a timer interrupt, and in step S55, issues a power shutdown command to notify the payout control board 120 that the power shutdown process has started. Send. As a result, the payout control board 120, which has received the power-off instruction command, transmits a remaining payout number specification command indicating the remaining payout number of the game balls stored in the payout RAM 121c.

In step S56, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the remaining payout amount designation command has been received. If the remaining payout amount designation command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S57, and if the remaining payout amount designation command has been received, the process proceeds to step S58.

In step S57, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the waiting time for waiting to receive the remaining payout amount designation command has elapsed. If the standby time has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S56, and if the standby time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S58 on the assumption that normal communication with the dispensing control board 120 cannot be performed.

In step S58, the main CPU 110a saves the payout amount in the payout counter set in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. Specifically, when the remaining payout amount designation command is received, the remaining payout amount specified by the remaining payout amount designation command is saved, and when the remaining payout amount designation command is not received, the remaining payout amount designation command is saved. "0" is saved as the number of payouts. In addition, the remaining payout amount saved here is referred to in a payout control process of a timer interrupt, which will be described later, and a payout amount designating command corresponding to the remaining payout amount is transmitted to the payout control board 120 after the power is restored. become.

The main CPU 110a clears the output port in step S59. As a result, the output state of the output port is initialized and the operation of various indicators and various drive sources (motors, solenoids) is stopped.

In step S60, the main CPU 110a calculates a checksum (abnormality determination data) of the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c and saves it in a predetermined area of the game RWM area. By doing so, it becomes possible to determine the data abnormality of the game RWM area by the checksum at the next power-on.

In step S61, the main CPU 110a saves a backup flag indicating that the data in the main RAM 110c is backed up in the gaming RWM area of the main RAM 110c (power is restored), and in step S62, RWM access is prohibited, After that, it waits until the power supply is completely cut off.

In this way, when the supply of the operating power supply (18 volts or more) necessary for the operation of the gaming machine 1 is started, the initialization processing is performed, but with the occurrence of an instantaneous power failure (voltage drop to less than 18 volts). When the supply of operating power is restarted, the initial setting process is not performed. In other words, even if the setting change operation, the setting confirmation operation, and the RWM clear operation are performed for some reason when the instantaneous power failure occurs, the setting change process, the setting confirmation process, and the RWM clear process are not executed, so the game The machine does not perform an unintended operation, and reliability as a gaming machine can be ensured.

(Main control board initial setting process)
The initial setting process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.

First, the main CPU 110a prohibits all interrupts in step S11, performs initial setting of the CPU such as setting of internal registers in step S12, and waits for activation of another control board in step S13. Specifically, it waits for one second until the payout control board 120 or the effect control board 130 is activated so that no command is missed from the main control board 110.

The main CPU 110a permits access to the RWM area of the main RAM 110c in step S14, and transmits a launch permission designating command to the payout control board 120 in step S15. As a result, the payout control unit 121 performs a process for permitting the launch of the game ball by the launching device 26.

In step S16, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a backup flag indicating that power is restored is saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. If the backup flag has been saved, the power is restored, and the process proceeds to step S17. If the backup flag is not saved, the power is turned on for the first time and the process proceeds to step S18.

In step S17, the main CPU 110a calculates a checksum (abnormality determination data) of the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S18, determines whether or not there is a setting change operation. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting key switch 112a and the RWM clear switch 111a are in the ON state. If a setting change operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S19, assuming that the mode is to be changed to the setting change mode, and if no setting change operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S20.

The main CPU 110a performs a setting change process in step S19. Specifically, a state confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed is displayed on the state confirmation display 68, and a set value area of the game RWM area is displayed on one 7-segment LED of the information display 113. The current setting value saved in is displayed, and a setting change designation command indicating that the setting is being changed is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

Furthermore, each time the RWM clear switch 111a is operated, the set value is changed (updated) within the range of "1" to "4", and the set value after update is displayed on the 7-segment LED, and the setting key switch 112a is When there is a setting confirmation operation from the ON state to the OFF state, the setting value after changing (updating) is saved in the setting value area as the setting value is confirmed, and the display of the setting value on the information display 113 is terminated. At the same time, the state confirmation display on the state confirmation display 68 is terminated, a process for ending the setting change mode is performed, and the process proceeds to step S24.

In addition, the effect control board 130 that has received the setting change designation command performs a process for executing the setting change notification for notifying that the setting value is being changed. Specifically, a setting change screen indicating that the set value is being changed is displayed on the image display devices 70 and 71, and the frame lighting device 10 and the panel lighting device 74 are set to predetermined values during the setting change. All the lights are emitted in the emission color (for example, white). The sound output device 9 may output a setting change notification sound indicating that the setting is being changed (“setting is being changed”).

In step S20, the main CPU 110a determines whether the checksum is normal. Specifically, it is determined whether the checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c matches the checksum calculated in step S17. If the checksum is normal (the data in the RWM area has no abnormality), the process proceeds to step S21. If the checksum is not normal (the data in the RWM area has abnormality), the process proceeds to step S22. Transfer.

When the backup flag is not saved, that is, when the power is turned on for the first time, it is determined that the checksum is abnormal.

In step S21, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not there is a setting change flag indicating that the setting is being changed in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. If the setting change flag does not exist, it is determined that the previous power cutoff did not occur during the setting change process, and the process proceeds to step S23. If the setting change flag exists, the previous power cutoff indicates the setting change process. The process moves to step S22 on the assumption that it has occurred inside. The setting change flag is saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c at the start of the setting change processing, and is cleared from the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c at the end of the setting change processing.

The main CPU 110a performs a non-recoverable error process in step S22. Specifically, after displaying the error information “E” indicating the non-recoverable error on the information display 113 and transmitting the non-recoverable error designation command indicating that the non-recoverable error has occurred to the effect control board 130, , Set the interrupt prohibition to prohibit the timer interrupt, and after outputting the output port, output the unrecoverable error signal (security signal) indicating the occurrence of unrecoverable error from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal board 90. Then, the process of waiting until the power supply is completely cut off is performed. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs processing for executing the non-recoverable error notification indicating that the non-recoverable error has occurred.

The "non-recoverable error" is an error state in which the game control is not performed (the control of the game is not transferred), and cannot be released unless the setting change process is executed. Therefore, when a non-recoverable error occurs, even if the power switch is turned on without the setting change operation after the power switch provided on the power board 160 is turned off, the setting is not canceled and the setting is not canceled. The power switch has to be turned on with the change operation. During a non-recoverable error, the presence or absence of signal input from various input devices (various switches, various sensors) is not monitored at all.

"Not recoverable error notification" displays a non-recoverable error screen ("Unrecoverable error. Please change the setting") to let the image display device recognize that an unrecoverable error has occurred. Or the lighting device for frame 10 and the lighting device for board 74 are all turned on with a predetermined emission color (for example, red) until the power is turned off, or the audio output device 9 indicates that an unrecoverable error has occurred. It is to output an error sound (“It is a non-recoverable error” + buzzer sound) until the power is turned off.

In step S23, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the RWM clear operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the RWM clear switch 111a is in the ON state. When the RWM clear operation is performed, the process is shifted to step S24 as the RWM clear mode is set, and when the RWM clear operation is not performed, the process is shifted to step S26.

The main CPU 110a performs the RWM clear process in step S24. Specifically, based on the operation of the RWM clear switch 111a, the control state of the game is initialized (other than the set value area of the game RWM area).

In step S25, the main CPU 110a issues a power-on designation command indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized and the current game state (here, the low-probability non-time saving game state as the normal game state) and the payout control board 120 and It transmits to the production control board 130, and moves the process to step S31. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs a process for executing a power-on notification indicating that the game control state has been initialized.

"Power-on notification" means to display an initial screen (background image and initial effect design "135") at power-on for making the image display device recognize that the game control state has been initialized, or a frame. Indicates that the lighting device 10 and the panel lighting device 74 are all turned on with a predetermined emission color (for example, white) for a predetermined period (for example, 60 seconds), or the RWM area is initialized from the audio output device 9. The power-on notification sound (“RWM has been cleared”+buzzer sound) is output for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds).
In the power-on notification, the image display devices 70 and 71 may not display the initial screen, but the image display devices 70 and 71 may display a display notifying that the RWM has been cleared.

In step S26, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a setting confirmation operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting key switch 112a is in the ON state. If there is a setting confirmation operation, the process moves to step S27 as a transition to the setting confirmation mode, and if there is no setting confirmation operation, the control state of the game is returned to the state before the power is turned off. The processing moves to step S28.

The main CPU 110a performs a setting confirmation process in step S27. Specifically, a state confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed is displayed on the state confirmation display 68, and a set value area of the game RWM area is displayed on one 7-segment LED of the information display 113. The current setting value saved in is displayed, and a setting confirmation designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

Further, when there is a confirmation end operation for changing the setting key switch 112a from the ON state to the OFF state, the display of the set value on the information display 113 is terminated, and the state confirmation display on the state confirmation display 68 is terminated. Performs processing to end the setting confirmation mode.

In addition, the effect control board 130 that has received the setting confirmation designation command performs a process for executing the setting confirmation notification for notifying that the setting confirmation is being performed. Specifically, a setting confirmation screen indicating that the setting is being confirmed is displayed on the image display devices 70 and 71, and a predetermined light emission is performed during the setting confirmation of the frame lighting device 10 and the panel lighting device 74. For example, all lights are turned on in a color (for example, white). The sound output device 9 may output a setting confirmation notification sound (“setting value is being confirmed”) indicating that the setting is being confirmed.

In step S28, the main CPU 110a clears (0 clears) the backup flag and the checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c, and sets the RWM area when the power is restored. As a result, the progress state (control state) of the game is restored (recovered) to the state before the power is cut off, so that the game can be restarted from the state before the power was cut off.

In step S29, the main CPU 110a transmits, to the effect control board 130, a power supply restoration designation command indicating that the game control state has been restored and the game state before the occurrence of the power failure. As a result, in the effect control board 130, the processing for executing the power supply restoration notification indicating that the setting confirmation notification or the like is finished and the control state of the game is returned to the state before the power is cut off.

"Power restoration notification" means to display a power restoration screen for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds) in order to make the image display device recognize that the control state of the game has returned to the state before the power is cut off, or for a frame. Indicates that the lighting device 10 and the panel lighting device 74 are all turned on with a predetermined emission color (for example, white) for a predetermined period (for example, 60 seconds), or that the power supply from the audio output device 9 is restored (from a power failure). This is to output a power restoration notification sound (buzzer sound) over a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds).

In step S30, the main CPU 110a transmits other commands (a special symbol storage designation command, a normal symbol storage designation command, etc. described later) to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 can grasp the number of special figure reservations, and the processing for displaying the first reservation icon or the second reservation icon on the image display device is performed.

In step S31, the main CPU 110a transmits a setting value designation command to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 can grasp the current set value. In addition, this setting value designation command may be transmitted to the effect control board 130 before the power-on designation command or the power restoration designation command is transmitted. Further, the set value designation command may be transmitted every time the variation display of the special symbol is started, or may be transmitted every time the jackpot game is started.

The main CPU 110a activates a CTC (counter timer circuit) for generating a timer interrupt (4 milliseconds) in step S32, permits all interrupts in step S33, and ends this initial setting process. ..

As described above, since a plurality of conditions (operations) are set for the setting change operation, the RWM clear operation, and the setting confirmation operation, the setting change, the RWM clear, and the setting confirmation cannot be easily performed. In addition, it is possible to suppress fraud and improve the security of the gaming machine.

In addition, since the number of conditions (operations) set in the setting change operation is greater than the conditions (operations) set in the RWM clear operation and the setting confirmation operation, it is the most illegal setting change. It is possible to increase the security of an event in which an action is likely to be performed, and it is possible to effectively prevent fraud.

In addition, if the checksum is abnormal, the unrecoverable error process is executed to stop the progress of the game, so that the game machine performs an unexpected operation and is annoying to the game store or the player. It is possible to improve the reliability of the game machine without playing the game.

Also, if there is a setting change flag, that is, if the previous power failure occurred during the setting change, even if the checksum is normal, irrecoverable error processing is executed to stop the progress of the game. By doing so, the game does not proceed in the state where the setting value that the game store side does not intend is set, and the reliability of the game machine can be improved.

In addition, during the setting change (during the setting change mode) or during the setting confirmation (during the setting confirmation mode), on the front surface (front surface) of the gaming machine 1, the state confirmation display 68, the image display devices 70 and 71, the frame lighting device. It is possible to recognize that the setting is being changed by checking 10 and the panel lighting device 74, and it is possible to recognize that the setting is being changed by checking the information display 113 on the back surface (back side). ing. That is, it is possible to know whether the setting is being changed from either the front surface (front surface) or the back surface (back surface) of the gaming machine 1.

The setting change operation, the RWM clear operation, and the setting confirmation operation may include the condition that the open detection switch 31a is in the ON state. By doing so, since the number of conditions is increased, it is possible to suppress fraudulent activity and further improve the security of the gaming machine.

Note that if it is determined that the checksum is abnormal in step S20, non-recoverable error processing is executed, but when the checksum is determined to be abnormal, the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c is set. The initial value "1" may be saved in the value area and the process may be moved to step S24.

In addition, the power-on designation command and the power-restoration designation command are transmitted including the information indicating the current game state, but after transmitting the power-on designation command and the power restoration designation command, the current game state You may make it transmit the game state designation|designated command which shows.

Further, by not determining the presence/absence of the setting change flag, the non-recoverable error processing may not be performed even when the previous power failure occurs during the setting change.

Also, when the power is turned off or when the power is turned on, the checksum of the game RWM area (excluding the set value area) is calculated, but the checksum of all the RWM areas is calculated. Alternatively, the checksum of the game RWM area and the checksum of the information RWM area may be calculated separately, and if any one of the checksums is abnormal, the recovery-unrecoverable error process may be performed. ..

Also, the setting change designation command is sent at the start of the setting change process and the power-on designation command is sent after the setting change process is completed. However, instead of the setting change designation command, the setting change start designation command is sent. However, instead of the power-on designation command, a setting change end designation command may be transmitted. In this case, the setting change end designation command may be transmitted at the end of the setting change process, or may be transmitted after the setting change process is completed.

Further, when the setting is changed, the RWM clear processing is performed after the setting is changed, but the RWM clear processing may be performed before the setting is changed.

(Main control board timer interrupt processing)
The timer interrupt process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt processing in the main control board 110.

In the timer interrupt process, after the initialization process of the main process is completed, a clock pulse is input from the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the main control board 110 at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). It will be executed.

First, the main CPU 110a saves the information stored in the register in the stack area in step S100, and performs the time control process in step S110. Specifically, the process of updating various timer counters such as the stop time of the special symbol and the opening time of the special electric accessory is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs a specific random value updating process in step S120. Specifically, big hit judgment random number value, special symbol judgment random number value, special figure fluctuation pattern judgment random value, hit judgment random value, normal symbol judgment random value, public figure fluctuation pattern judgment random value Specifically, the process of updating by adding +1 to each random number value and the random number counter is performed. When the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value of the random number range (when the random number counter makes one round), the random number counter is reset to 0, and when the random number counter returns to the initial value of the round, The initial random number value to be set is set as a new orbital initial value and the random number value is newly updated.

The main CPU 110a performs an initial random number value update process in step S130. Specifically, similar to step S30, the big hit determination initial random number value, special symbol determination initial random number value, hit determination initial random number value, normal symbol determination initial random number value is updated.

The main CPU 110a performs an input control process in step S200. Specifically, the general winning opening detection switch 43a, the first big winning opening detection switch 50a, the second big winning opening detection switch 53a, the first starting opening detecting switch 45a, the second starting opening detecting switch 47a, the gate detection switch 44a. It is determined whether or not there is an input to various switches such as, and if there is an input, a process of setting predetermined data is performed. The details of the input control process will be described later.

In step S300, the main CPU 110a performs a special figure special power control process. Specifically, the determination of the special symbol determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 45 or the second starting port 47, the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the large winning port Processing such as opening and closing (first big winning opening 50, second big winning opening 53) and setting a game state is performed. The details of the special map special power control process will be described later.

In step S400, the main CPU 110a performs a universal figure universal communication control process. Specifically, processing such as determination of the acquired universal figure determination information based on passage of the game ball to the universal figure gate 44, variable display of normal symbols, opening/closing of the second starting opening 47 (auxiliary game), and the like are performed.

In addition, the type of hit ordinary symbol and the type of lost ordinary symbol determined as the determination result of the universal symbol determination information performed in the universal symbol/general electric control processing are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, the game play is not overly complicated, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

In addition, the selection ratio of each type of normal symbol, which is determined as the determination result of the universal pattern determination information performed in the universal pattern general electric power control process, the selection ratio of various lost normal symbols, is constant without changing by the set value. ing. By doing so, the advantage degree of the player is not extremely changed by the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

The main CPU 110a performs a payout control process in step S500. Specifically, various winning ball counters stored in the main RAM 110c are referred to, and various winning holes (general winning hole 43, first starting opening 45, second starting opening 47, first big winning opening 50, second winning opening). Processing for transmitting the payout amount designation command corresponding to the special winning opening 53) to the payout control board 120 is performed. As a result, the payout control board 120 executes the process for paying out the prize balls from the payout device 95.

The main CPU 110a performs an abnormality determination process in step S600. Specifically, various errors (illegal winning error such as a game ball winning the second starting opening 47 when not in the auxiliary game, or a game ball winning the special winning opening when not in the special game, various winnings An abnormal winning error in which the number of gaming balls won in the mouth does not match the number of gaming balls discharged from the winning ball flow path that causes the winning balls to flow down, a magnetic error that detects an abnormal magnetism for a predetermined period by the magnetic detection sensor 55a, A radio wave error in which an abnormal radio wave is detected by the radio wave detection sensor 56a for a predetermined period, a door opening error in which the opening detection switch 31a is turned from the OFF state to the ON state, and the RWM clear switch 111a while the progress control of the game is being performed. Or an operation error of operating the setting key switch 112a) is generated, and processing for transmitting an error designation command corresponding to the generated error to the production control board 130 is performed. As a result, the effect control board 130 executes a process for notifying an error.

The main CPU 110a performs a data creation process in step S700. Specifically, external output data (game information) output from the game information output terminal board 90, start opening/closing data output to the second start opening/closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening/closing solenoid 51b, second winning opening. Special winning opening/closing data to be output to the mouth opening/closing solenoid 54b, special symbol display data to be output to the first special symbol display device 60 and second special symbol display device 61, normal symbol display data to be output to the normal symbol display device 62, the first 1 special symbol hold indicator 63, special symbol hold display data to be output to the second special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold display data to be output to the normal symbol hold indicator 65, etc. are processed to create data.

The main CPU 110a performs an output control process in step S750. Specifically, the external information data created in step S700, start opening/closing data, and port output processing for outputting signals such as special winning opening/closing data, special symbol display data, ordinary symbol display data, special symbol Display output processing for outputting signals such as hold display data and normal pattern hold display data, and sending a payout state confirmation designation command for checking the payout state of the payout control board 120 to the payout control board 120, or a prize described later. By referring to the ball counter (3 prize ball counter, 10 prize ball counter, 15 prize ball counter), processing for transmitting a payout amount designation command corresponding to various winning openings to the payout control board 120 is performed. .. Thereby, the payout control board 120 executes the control for paying out the prize balls from the game ball payout device 100.

In step S800, the main CPU 110a performs a process at the time of calling the information program. Specifically, after prohibiting the interrupt, the flag register is saved in the game RWM area, and a process for calling the target information program by the CALL instruction is performed.

In step S810, the main CPU 110a performs a game ball counting process (information program). Specifically, the number of normal medium payouts, which is the number of payouts of prize balls based on the winning of game balls to various winning openings (general winning opening, big winning opening starting opening) during the normal gaming state, and the out during the normal gaming state. A process for counting the number of normal outs, which is the number of game balls detected by the ball detection switch 39a, and the total number of outs, which is the number of game balls detected by the out ball detection switch 39a regardless of the game state, is performed.

Regarding the total number of outs, the number of regular outs, and the number of regular outs, since these are game information that is not affected even if the set value is changed (unrelated to the set value), these are set. By counting in advance, it becomes possible to calculate performance information (normal base value described later) excluding the influence of the set value, which can be useful for grasping the performance of the gaming machine 1.

In step S830, the main CPU 110a performs a normal base value calculation process (information program). Specifically, a normal base value ((normal medium payout number/normal medium out number)×100) in the current game section divided by the total out number is calculated, and a base storage area set in the information RWM area The normal base value rounded off to the first decimal place is saved in the first area of.

The game section is updated every time the total number of outs reaches 60,000, and the base storage area is once with the first area in which the normal base value in the current game section is stored. A second area for storing the normal base value in the previous game section, a third area for storing the normal base value in the game section two times before, and a normal base value in the game section three times before A fourth area for playing is provided, and the base values for the four game sections including the present are saved in the respective areas.

In step S850, the main CPU 110a performs normal base value display data setting processing (information program). Specifically, the normal base value (performance information) for the four game sections calculated in the performance information calculation process and saved in the base storage area is displayed on the information display 113 while switching every 5 seconds. Perform processing to set performance display data.

In step S870, the main CPU 110a performs a test data creation process (information program). Specifically, a process of creating test data (test information) to be output to a test facility used when testing the gaming machine 1 is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs an output control process (information program) in step S880. Specifically, a display output process for outputting signals such as the performance display data (performance information) set in step S850 to various displays, and a process for outputting signals such as the test data created in step S870 are performed. ..

In step S890, the main CPU 110a performs a game program return process. Specifically, processing for returning the flag register from the game RWM area, permitting interrupts, and returning to the game program is performed.

In step S900, the main CPU 110a restores the information saved in step S100 to the register of the main CPU 110a, and ends the current timer interrupt process.

As described above, since the timer interrupt is not executed in the setting change mode, the RWM clear mode, and the setting confirmation mode, the number of payouts and the number of outs are calculated, the normal base value is calculated, and the normal base value is calculated. Since the value is not displayed, the control load on the main control board can be reduced.

(Main control board input control processing)
The input control processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an input control process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S210, the main CPU 110a performs a general winning opening detection switch input process. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 43a, that is, whether or not a game ball has won the general winning opening 43, and a prize ball is paid out from the payout device 95. Perform processing.

In step S220, the main CPU 110a performs a special winning opening detection switch input process. Specifically, whether the detection signal is input from the first big winning opening detection switch 50a or the second big winning opening detection switch 53a, that is, the game ball is put into the first big winning opening 50 or the second big winning opening 53. It is determined whether or not it is done, and the process for paying out the prize balls from the payout device 95 is performed.

In step S230, the main CPU 110a performs a first starting opening detection switch input process. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the first start opening detection switch 45a, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the first start opening 45, and the prize ball is paid out from the payout device 95. Processing for obtaining and storing special figure determination information. The details of the first starting opening detection switch input processing will be described later.

In step S240, the main CPU 110a performs a second starting opening detection switch input process. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal has been input from the second start opening detection switch 47a, that is, whether or not a game ball has won the second start opening 47, and the prize ball is paid out from the payout device 95. Processing for obtaining and storing special figure determination information.

The main CPU 110a performs a gate detection switch input process in step S250. Specifically, a process for determining whether or not a detection signal has been input from the gate detection switch 44a, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed through the universal figure gate 44, and acquiring and storing the universal figure determination information. I do.

(Processing for inputting the first start opening detection switch of the main control board)
The first starting opening detection switch input processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the first starting opening detection switch input processing in the main control board 110.

First, in step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the detection signal from the first starting opening detection switch 45a is input. When the detection signal from the first starting opening detection switch 45a is input, the process proceeds to step S230-2, and when the detection signal from the first starting opening detection switch 45a is not input, the current 1 The starting port detection switch input process ends.

In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding and updating data indicating three award balls to the three award ball counter used for the three award balls, and in a step S230-3, the special figure determination is performed. Information (a big hit determination random number value, a special symbol determination random number value, a reach determination random number value, a special pattern variation pattern determination random number value) is acquired.

In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the first special figure reservation number (U1) is less than 4. If the first special figure reservation number (U1) is less than 4, the process proceeds to step S230-5. If the first special figure reservation number (U1) is not less than 4, the current first starting opening The detection switch input process ends.

In step S230-5, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding "1" to the first special figure reservation number (U1) to update (U1←U1+1), and in step S230-6, the first special figure reservation number. The first special symbol storage designation command corresponding to (U1) is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the first special symbol storage designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the number of first hold icons corresponding to the first special figure hold number (U1) are displayed on the image display device.

In step S230-7, the main CPU 110a sequentially searches for a vacant storage unit from the first storage unit of the first special figure determination information storage area, and acquires the vacant storage unit obtained in step S230-3. The figure determination information is stored.

In step S230-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current state is the non-time saving game state. If it is in the non-time saving game state, the process proceeds to step S230-9, and if it is not in the non-time saving game state, the current first starting opening detection switch input process is ended.

The main CPU 110a performs a first preliminary determination process in step S230-9. In the first preliminary judgment process, referring to the preliminary judgment table shown in FIG. 8, the special symbol judgment information acquired this time is preliminarily judged before the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the result of the preliminary judgment (special The first starting opening winning award designation command for notifying the effect control board 130 of the (scheduled variation pattern) is generated.

In step S230-10, the main CPU 110a sets the first start winning combination designation command generated in step S230-9 in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c.

As a result, the first start prize information can be transmitted to the effect control board 130 as a first start mouth prize designation command, and the sub CPU 130a of the effect control board 130 that has received the first start mouth prize designation command makes the first start. Before the variable display of the first special symbol corresponding to the mouth prize designation command is started, the pre-reading notice (continuous notice effect, icon change effect) that expects that the jackpot game is executed over one or more variable displays ) Can be performed.

Since the same processing as the first starting opening detection switch input processing is performed for the second starting opening detection switch input processing, the first starting opening detection switch 45a, the three prize ball counter, and the first special figure reservation number. (U1), the first special figure determination information holding storage area, the non-time saving game state, the first pre-determination process, the portion of the first starting opening winning designation command, the second starting opening detection switch 47a, two prize ball counter, It should be read as the second special figure reservation number (U2), the second special figure determination information reservation storage area, the time saving game state, the second preliminary determination process, and the second start opening winning award designation command.

In addition, in the present embodiment, the upper limit value of the second special figure reservation number (U2) is “4”, but it may be larger or smaller than this. Further, the upper limit value of the second special figure reservation number may be decreased as compared with the upper limit value of the first special figure reservation number. Further, the second pending storage itself may be eliminated by storing the special figure determination information only in the 0th storage section of the second special figure determination information storage area.

(Special control of special control of main control board)
The special figure special power control processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a special figure special power control process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S301, the main CPU 110a loads the value of the special figure special electric power process data, refers to the branch destination address from the special figure special electric power process data loaded in step S302, and executes the process corresponding to the branch destination address. This special figure special electric power control processing ends.

Specifically, if the special drawing special electric power processing data = 0, the processing for starting the variable display of the special symbols based on the pending storage (special electric power judgment information) and the special electric power processing data are changed to "1". The special symbol storage determination process (step S310) for performing the process to perform is executed.
If the special drawing special electric power processing data=1, the processing for transmitting the symbol finalization command to the effect control board 130 by stopping and displaying the special symbol due to the passage of the change time and the special electric power special electric processing data are changed to "2". The special symbol variation process (step S320) for performing the process is executed.
If the special drawing special power processing data = 2, the special design special power processing data is changed to "0" if the special design is a lost special design due to the passage of the stop time of the special design, and if the jackpot special design is the special design special power processing data is " Change to "3", and if it is a small hit special symbol, special symbol stop processing (step S330) for changing the special symbol special power processing data to "5" is executed.

If the special map special electric power processing data = 3, the big hit game processing for performing the processing for executing the big hit game and the processing for changing the special special electric power processing data to "4" based on the end of the final round game ( Step S340) is executed.
If the special map special electric power processing data = 4, the big hit game end processing for performing the processing for ending the big hit game and the processing for changing the special special electric power processing data to "0" based on the end of the big hit game ending (Step S350) is executed.
If the special drawing special electric power processing data = 5, the small hit to perform the processing for executing the small hit game or the processing for changing the special electric power processing data to "0" based on the end of the small hit game The game process (step S360) is executed.

(Special symbol memory determination process of the main control board)
The special symbol storage determination processing of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a special symbol storage determination process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S310-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the special symbols are being variably displayed. If the special symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, the special symbol storage determination processing of this time is ended, and if the special symbols are not being displayed in a varying manner, the process proceeds to step S310-2.

In step S310-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether the second special figure reservation number (U2) is 1 or more. If the second special figure reservation number (U2) is 1 or more, the process proceeds to step S310-3. If the second special figure reservation number (U2) is not 1 or more, the process proceeds to step S310-4. Transfer.

The main CPU 110a subtracts "1" from the second special figure reservation number (U2) to update it in step S310-3, and corresponds to the second special figure reservation number (U2) after subtraction in step S310-6. The special symbol storage designation command is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, the special symbol storage designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the processing for updating the hold icon displayed on the image display device and the display of the icon is performed.

The main CPU 110a sets a game state designation command corresponding to the current game state in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c in step S310-7, and in the second special figure determination information storage area in step S310-8. The stored data is shifted to shift the special figure determination information stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit to the previous storage unit.

For example, the special figure determination information stored in the fourth storage section of the second special figure determination information holding storage area is shifted to the third storage section of the second special figure determination information holding storage area. Further, the special figure determination information stored in the first storage section of the second special figure determination information holding storage area is shifted to the 0th storage section, which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, and stored in the 0th storage section. The special figure determination information used in the previous game that has been performed is deleted.

On the other hand, in step S310-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the first special figure reservation number (U1) is 1 or more. If the first special figure reservation number (U1) is 1 or more, the process proceeds to step S310-5. If the first special figure reservation number (U1) is not 1 or more, the process proceeds to step S319-1. Transfer.

The main CPU 110a subtracts "1" from the first special figure reservation number (U1) to update it in step S310-5, and in step S310-6, the special special figure reservation number (U1) corresponding to the subtracted first special figure reservation number (U1). The symbol storage designation command is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, the special symbol storage designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the processing for updating the hold icon displayed on the image display device and the display of the icon is performed.

In step S310-7, the main CPU 110a sets a game state designation command corresponding to the current game state in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S310-8, stores it in the first special symbol hold storage area. The specified data determination information stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit is shifted to the previous storage unit.

For example, the special symbol determination information stored in the fourth storage unit of the first special symbol reservation storage area is shifted to the third storage unit of the first special symbol reservation storage area. Further, the special figure determination information stored in the first storage section of the first special symbol reservation storage area is shifted to the 0th storage section, which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, and stored in the 0th storage section. The special figure determination information used in the previous game is erased.

With the shift process of the special figure determination information in step S310-8, the special symbol reservation display data indicating the first special figure reservation number (U1) and the second special figure reservation number (U2) after the subtraction is displayed in the main RAM 110c. Set to a predetermined area of. Thereby, the display contents of the first special symbol hold display 63 and the second special symbol hold display 64 will be updated.

In addition, in the present embodiment, in steps S310-2 to S310-8, the second special figure determination information holding storage area is prioritized over the first special figure determination information holding storage area to shift (the second special figure holding number 1 priority map reservation number is prioritized to be subtracted), but in the order in which the game ball entered the starting opening, the first special map determination information reserve storage area or the second special map determination information reserve storage area It may be shifted (the first special figure reservation number and the second special figure reservation number are subtracted in the winning order), or the first special figure determination information reservation storage area is given priority over the second special figure determination information reservation storage area. May be shifted (the first special figure reservation number is subtracted prior to the second special figure reservation number).

In step S311, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is a jackpot and the stop special figure data of the special symbol based on the special figure determination information stored in the 0th storage unit which is the special figure determination information execution storage area. The jackpot determination process is executed. The details of the jackpot determination process will be described later.

In step S312, the main CPU 110a sets a special symbol designating command corresponding to the special symbol type determined in the jackpot determination process in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, the special symbol designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process for determining the effect symbol 70a that is stopped and displayed as a result of the variable effect is performed.

In step S313, the main CPU 110a determines the special symbol fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) based on the special symbol judgment information stored in the 0th storage unit, which is the special symbol judgment information execution storage area, for determining the special symbol fluctuation pattern. I do. The details of the special figure variation pattern determination processing will be described later.

In step S314, the main CPU 110a sets a special figure variation pattern designation command corresponding to the type of special figure variation pattern determined in the special figure variation pattern determination processing in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process for determining the fluctuation effect pattern which is the effect mode of the fluctuation effect performed during the variable display of the special symbol is performed.

In step S315, the main CPU 110a sets the variation time (counter value) of the special symbol corresponding to the type of the special figure variation pattern determined in the special figure variation pattern determination process in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S316. , Start the variable display of special symbols. Thereby, the lighting data of the LED for executing the variable display of the special symbol is created in the data creating process of step S700, and the created lighting data is output in the output control process of step S800. The variable display of the special symbol will be performed on the special symbol display device 60 or the second special symbol display device 61.

In step S317, the main CPU 110a clears the customer waiting state flag for ending the customer waiting state, and in step S318, sets "1" to the special symbol special electric power process data, and ends the special symbol storage determination process of this time. To do.

In step S319-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the customer waiting state flag indicating the customer waiting state is set in the main RAM 110c. If the customer waiting state flag is set, this special symbol storage determination process is ended, and if the customer waiting state flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S319-2. In addition, the customer waiting state refers to a state in which the variable display of the special symbol and the special game (big hit game) are not executed, but the variable display of the normal symbol and the fact that the auxiliary game is not executed are included in the requirements. May be.

In step S319-2, the main CPU 110a sets a customer waiting state flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S319-3, a customer waiting state designation command indicating that the customer is in a waiting state is produced for the main RAM 110c. Set in the transmission data storage area, and finish the special symbol storage determination process this time. Thereby, the customer waiting state designation command is transmitted to the production control board 130, and the processing for executing the customer waiting demonstration production for urging the player to play the game is performed.

(Main control board jackpot determination process)
The jackpot determination process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a big hit determination process in the main control board 110.

In step S311-1, the main CPU 110a refers to the setting value stored in the setting value area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S311-2, selects the jackpot determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, if the special figure determination information stored in the 0th storage unit, which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, is shifted from the first special figure determination information holding storage area, FIG. ) Shown in the special jackpot determination table for the special symbol, if shifted from the second special symbol determination information reservation storage area, if the special jackpot for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 5 (b) Select the judgment table.

In step S311-3, the main CPU 110a compares the current probability game state and the jackpot determination random number value with the jackpot determination table to determine whether or not the jackpot is won. If the jackpot is won, the process proceeds to step S311-4. If the jackpot is not won, the process proceeds to step S311-6.

In step S311-4, the main CPU 110a sets the winning state data (any one of 00H to 02H) corresponding to the current game state in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S311-5, FIG. The special symbol determination table for jackpot shown in) is selected, and the process proceeds to step S311-9.

In step S311-6, the main CPU 110a collates the present probability game state and the random number value for jackpot determination with the jackpot determination table to determine whether or not the jackpot is won. If the small hit is won, the process proceeds to step S311-7. If the small hit is not won, the process proceeds to step S311-8.

In step S311-7, the main CPU 110a selects the special symbol determination table for small hits shown in FIG. 6C, and shifts the processing to step S311-9.

In step S311-8, the main CPU 110a selects the special symbol determination table for loss shown in FIG. 6B, and shifts the processing to step S311-9.

In step S311-9, the main CPU 110a collates the special symbol type (first special symbol, second special symbol), the special symbol determination random number value for which special jackpot determination (lottery) is to be performed, with the special symbol determination table. Then, the special symbol that is stopped and displayed as a result of the variable display executed by the first special symbol display device 60 or the second special symbol display device 61 is determined.

In step S311-10, the main CPU 110a sets the stop special figure data corresponding to the special symbol determined in step S311-9 in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and ends this big hit determination process.

(Special control fluctuation pattern determination process of main control board)
The special figure variation pattern determination process of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the special figure variation pattern determination processing in the main control board 110.

First, in step S313-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current state is the non-time saving game state. If it is in the non-time saving game state, the process proceeds to step S313-2. If it is not in the non-time saving game state, the process proceeds to step S313-3.

In step S313-2, the main CPU 110a selects the special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state of FIG. 7 described above, and shifts the processing to step S311-4.

In step S313-3, the main CPU 110a selects the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for the time saving game state described above, and shifts the processing to step S310-7-4.

In step S313-4, the main CPU 110a collates the determination result of the big hit determination, the type of the special symbol, the reach determination random number value and the special figure variation pattern determination random value with the special figure variation pattern determination table to change the special figure variation. Determine the pattern.

In step S313-5, the main CPU 110a sets a variation time corresponding to the determined special pattern variation pattern in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S313-6, the special diagram variation corresponding to the determined special pattern variation pattern. The pattern designation command is set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and the current special figure variation pattern determination processing is ended. As a result, the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process for determining the fluctuation effect pattern that is the effect mode of the fluctuation effect is performed.

(Main process of production control unit)
Main processing of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the main process in the effect control unit 130m.

First, the sub CPU 130a prohibits all interrupts in step E1, makes initial settings of the CPU such as setting of internal registers in step E2, and permits access to the RWM area of the sub RAM 130c in step E3.

The sub CPU 130a initializes (clears to 0) all RWM areas (work area, stack area, unused area) of the sub RAM 130c in step E4, and generates a timer interrupt (4 milliseconds) in step E5. CTC (counter timer circuit) is activated, and all interrupts are permitted in step E6.

The sub CPU 130a performs a sub random number updating process in step E7. Specifically, a process of updating various random number values stored in the RWM area of the sub RAM 130c is performed. After that, the process of step E7 is repeated.

(Timer interrupt process of production control unit)
The timer interrupt process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the timer interrupt process in the effect control unit 130m. The timer interrupt process is executed by inputting a clock pulse at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds) from the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the effect control unit 130m.

First, the sub CPU 130a saves the information stored in the register in the stack area of the RWM area of the sub RAM 130c in step E100, and performs the timer updating process in step E200. Specifically, a process of updating various timer counters necessary to execute the effect is performed.

The sub CPU 130a performs command analysis processing in step E300. Specifically, a process of analyzing a command (transmitted from the main control board 110 or the payout control unit 121) stored in the reception buffer in the RWM area of the sub RAM 130c is performed. The details of the command analysis process will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a performs a customer waiting control process in step E400. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the customer waiting time (for example, 60 seconds) has elapsed in the customer waiting state in which the variable display of the special symbol and the special game (big hit game, small hit game) are not executed, Based on the fact that the waiting time has elapsed, processing for executing a customer waiting effect for agitating the player's willingness to play a game is performed.

The sub CPU 130a performs an operation system effect execution process in step E500. Specifically, the promotion effect that prompts the operation of the effect button 17 is executed in the effective period that occurs during the variable effect, and the expectation level that the jackpot game is executed according to the operation of the effect button 17 during this effective period. The processing for executing the jackpot announcement effect of the operation system that suggests (expects that the jackpot game is executed) is performed.

"Operation system jackpot notice production" is a dialogue notice production that suggests the degree of expectation that the jackpot game will be executed depending on the type and display mode of the dialogue displayed on the image display device, the result of roulette executed on the image display device. Roulette notice production that suggests the expectation that the jackpot game will be executed, Cut-in notice production that suggests the expectation that the jackpot game will be executed depending on the type and display mode of the cut-in image displayed on the image display device, jackpot game There are four types of winning/deciding effects that suggest whether or not the special game is executed by a success effect having an expected degree of 100% executed or a failure effect having an expected degree of 0% executed by the jackpot game.

The sub CPU 130a performs a lamp light emission effect execution process in step E600. Specifically, by changing the light emitting mode of the starting opening lamp 75 according to the change of the hold icon displayed on the image display device or the display mode of the icon, a lamp light emission indicating the degree of expectation that the jackpot game is executed. Performs processing for executing the effect. The details of the lamp light emission effect execution processing will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a performs effect mode update processing in step E700. Specifically, the update of the effect mode (effect stage) in which the effect elements (background image, effect image, effect sound, etc.) in the audio output device 9, the first image display device 70, the second image display device 71, etc. are defined. It is determined whether or not a condition (change of game state, winning of mode update lottery, execution of SP/SPSP reach production that results are lost, etc.) is established, and if the update condition is established, a plurality of production modes are produced. Processing for updating to any of the modes is performed.

"Production mode" is a production mode A to C set in the low-probability non-short time gaming state, a production mode D to E set in the low-probability short time gaming state, and a production mode set in the high-probability short time gaming state. F to G are provided. In addition, when the power is turned on, when it is controlled to a low-probability non-time saving game state (for example, after changing the setting, after clearing the RWM, after confirming the setting, etc.), the effect mode that is initially set is always the effect mode A. The production mode that is initially set when the power is turned on and is controlled to the low-accuracy time/short game state is always the production mode D, and is controlled to the high-precision time/short game state when the power is turned on. The production mode initially set is the production mode F.

The sub CPU 130a performs an output control process in step E800. Specifically, it performs a process for transmitting various commands set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c to the overall control unit 141 and the lamp control unit 150.

In step E900, the sub CPU 130a restores the register saved in the RWM area of the sub RAM 130c in step E100 described above, and ends the timer interrupt process this time.

(Command analysis process of production control unit)
The command analysis process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a command analysis process in the effect control unit 130m.

First, in step E301, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c to determine whether or not a command has been received. If a command has been received, the process moves to step E302, and if no command has been received, the command analysis process this time ends.

In step E302, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a setting change designation command. If it is the setting change designation command, the process proceeds to step E303, and if it is not the setting change designation command, the process proceeds to step E304.

The sub CPU 130a performs a setting change notification process in step E303. Specifically, a process of setting the notification instruction command for starting the above-described setting change notification in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the notification instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the setting change notification is performed.

In step E304, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a setting confirmation designation command. If it is the setting confirmation designation command, the process proceeds to step E305, and if it is not the setting confirmation designation command, the process proceeds to step E306.

The sub CPU 130a performs a setting confirmation notification process in step E305. Specifically, a process of setting the notification instruction command for starting the above-described setting confirmation notification in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the notification instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the setting confirmation notification is performed.

In step E306, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a power-on designation command or a power restoration designation command. If it is the power-on designation command or power-restoration designation command, the process proceeds to step E307, and if it is not the power-on designation command or power restoration specification command, the process proceeds to step E308.

The sub CPU 130a performs a power ON notification process in step E307. Specifically, when the received command is the power-on designation command, the notification instruction command for executing the above-described power-on notification is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c, and the received command is the power restoration specification command. If so, a process of setting the notification instruction command for executing the above-described power restoration notification in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the notification instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the power-on notification or the power recovery notification is performed.

In step E308, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is an error system designation command. If it is an error system designation command, the process proceeds to step E309, and if it is not an error system designation command, the process proceeds to step E310.

"Error system designation command" includes non-recoverable error designation command, incorrect winning award error designation command, abnormal winning award error designation command, magnetic error designation command, radio wave error designation command, door opening error start designation command, door opening error end designation This includes commands and operation error specification commands.

The sub CPU 130a performs an error notification process in step E309. Specifically, the error notification according to the type of the received error designation command (unrecoverable error notification, incorrect winning error notification, abnormal winning error notification, magnetic error notification, radio wave error notification, door opening error notification, operation error notification Etc.) is executed to set the notification instruction command in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c. As a result, the notification instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and processing for executing various error notifications is performed.

In step E310, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a game state designation command. If it is the game state designation command, the process proceeds to step E311. If it is not the game state designation command, the process proceeds to step E312.

In step E311, the sub CPU 130a performs a game state setting process. Specifically, the game state stored in the sub RAM 130c is updated to the game state according to the game state designation command.

In step E312, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the received command is a special symbol storage designation command. If it is a special symbol storage designation command, the process proceeds to step E313. If it is not a special symbol storage designation command, the process proceeds to step E314.

In step E313, the sub CPU 130a performs a pending quantity update process. Specifically, a process of updating the special figure holding number stored in the sub RAM 130c and setting a production instruction command for increasing or decreasing the holding icon displayed on the image display device in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c. To do. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and a process for increasing or decreasing the hold icon displayed on the image display device is performed.

In step E314, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the received command is a start mouth prize designation command. If the command is a start mouth winning award designation command, the received start mouth winning award designation command (special figure scheduled variation pattern) is set in a pre-reading storage area of the sub RAM 130c, which will be described later, and then the processing is moved to a step E315 to specify a start mouth award winning designation. If it is not a command, the process proceeds to step E318.

The "prefetch storage area" is a first prefetch storage unit for sequentially storing prefetch information based on the first start mouth winning designation command (special figure planned variation pattern, etc.), and hold information based on the second start mouth winning designation command. Is divided into a second pre-reading storage unit for sequentially storing the pre-reading information, and a first pre-reading unit for storing pre-reading information corresponding to the variable display (fluctuation effect) being executed. The storage unit and the second prefetch storage unit are respectively divided into first to fourth storage units.

The first to fourth storage units of the first look-ahead storage unit correspond to the first to fourth storage units of the above-described first special figure determination information holding storage area, respectively, and receive the first start mouth prize designation command. Then, the readahead information is stored in the storage unit corresponding to the first special figure reservation number. The look-ahead information stored in each storage unit is adapted to move (shift) to a storage unit with a smaller number every time the variable display (variation effect) of the first special symbol is executed.

The first to fourth storage units of the second prefetch storage unit correspond to the first to fourth storage units of the above-mentioned second special figure determination information holding storage region, respectively, and receive the second starting opening winning award designation command. Then, the read-ahead information is stored in the storage unit corresponding to the second special figure reservation number. The look-ahead information stored in each storage unit is adapted to move (shift) to a storage unit with a smaller number every time the variable display (variable effect) of the second special symbol is executed.

The storage unit (0th storage unit) corresponds to the special symbol determination information execution storage region described above, and when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the first storage unit of the first prefetch storage unit The readahead information that is moved (shifted) is stored, and when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the readahead information that is moved (shifted) from the first storage unit of the second readahead unit is stored. It

The sub CPU 130a performs an icon change effect determination process in step E315. Specifically, a special game is expected to be executed by displaying the hold icon displayed on the image display device or the icon in a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode (normal icon). A process for determining whether or not to execute the icon change effect that suggests the degree (possibility), the effect mode of the icon change effect to be executed, and the like are performed. The details of the icon change effect determination process will be described later.

In step E316, the sub CPU 130a performs a winning light emission effect determination process. Specifically, the top lamp 10b in the upper center of the glass frame 4 of the frame lighting device 10 is caused to emit light in a special light emission mode different from the normal light emission mode, which indicates the degree of expectation that a special game will be executed. A process for determining whether or not to perform the winning-time light emission effect, the effect mode of the winning-time light emission effect to be executed, and the like are performed. The details of the winning light emission effect determination process will be described later.

In step E317, the sub CPU 130a performs a prefetching continuous effect determination process. Specifically, expect a jackpot game to be executed by performing a predetermined effect over the variable display (variable effect) of one or more special symbols (suggest that the jackpot game is executed) Whether or not to execute the pre-reading continuous effect is determined, the type of the pre-reading continuous effect to be executed is determined, and a process for setting the effect instruction command to execute the pre-reading continuous effect is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the prefetch continuous effect is performed.

As the "prefetch continuous effect", a countdown effect that indicates the degree of expectation that the special game is executed by giving a countdown notification (display of a countdown image, output of a countdown sound) during one or more variable effects, or 1 or Examples include a symbol effect notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation that a special game will be executed by additionally displaying a predetermined effect image around the effect symbols when the symbols in a plurality of variable effects are stopped.

The icon change effect, the winning light emission effect, and the pre-reading continuous effect are pre-reading effects that are executed based on the result of the preliminary determination of the special figure determination information.

In step E318, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a special symbol designation command. If it is a special symbol designation command, the process proceeds to step E319, and if it is not a special symbol designation command, the process proceeds to step E320.

In step E319, the sub CPU 130a performs a symbol data determination process. Specifically, a process for determining an effect symbol to be stopped and displayed on the image display device as a result of the variable effect, that is, an arrangement (combination) of the effect symbols stopped on a predetermined effective line, or the like is performed.

In step E320, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a special figure variation pattern designation command. If it is the special figure variation pattern designation command, the process proceeds to step E321. If it is not the special figure variation pattern designation command, the process proceeds to step E325.

The sub CPU 130a performs a variation effect pattern determination process in step E321. Specifically, based on the content of the received special figure fluctuation pattern designation command, a fluctuation effect pattern, which is the effect mode of the fluctuation effect executed by the effect device including the image display device, is determined, and the effect indicating the fluctuation effect pattern is determined. A process of setting the instruction command in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the variable effect is performed. The details of the special figure variation pattern determination processing will be described later.

In step E322, the sub CPU 130a performs a jackpot notice effect determination process. Specifically, whether or not to execute the jackpot announcement effect that suggests the degree of expectation that the special game will be executed (expects that the jackpot game will be executed) based on the variation effect pattern determined in step E321. Alternatively, the effect mode (pattern) of the jackpot preview effect to be executed is determined, and the processing of setting the execution information of the jackpot notification effect in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c is performed. The details of the jackpot preview effect determination process will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a performs an icon display mode update process in step E323. Specifically, processing for starting the icon change effect determined in the icon change effect determination processing in step E315, and for changing the hold icon that is already displayed and the display mode of the icon is performed. The details of the icon display mode update process will be described later.

In step E324, the sub CPU 130a performs a readahead continuous effect execution process. Specifically, a process of setting a production instruction command for starting the prefetch continuous production determined in the prefetch continuous production determination process of step E317 or changing the production mode in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the process for executing the prefetch continuous effect is performed.

In step E325, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the received command is a symbol confirmation command. If it is the symbol confirmation command, the process proceeds to step E326. If it is not the symbol confirmation command, the process proceeds to step E327.

Sub CPU130a, in step E326, performs the effect symbol stop processing. Specifically, a process of setting an effect instruction command for stopping and displaying the effect symbols in the temporarily stopped state and ending the variable effect in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and a process for ending the variable effect is performed.

In step E327, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the received command is a special game system designation command. If the command is the special game system designation command, the process proceeds to step E328, and if it is not the special game system designation command, the command analysis process this time is ended.

The "special game system designation command" includes a big hit opening designation command, a big hit round designation command, a big hit ending designation command, a small hit opening designation command, a small hit ending designation command, and the like.

In step E328, the sub CPU 130a performs a special game effect determination process. Specifically, in the case of the opening designation command, a process of setting the effect instruction command for determining the opening effect of the big hit game or the small hit game and executing the opening effect in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. In the case of a designated command, a process for setting a round production of a round game and setting a production instruction command for executing the round production in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. In the case of an ending designated command, a jackpot game or Processing for determining the ending effect of the small hit game and setting the effect instruction command for executing the ending effect in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed, and the command analysis processing of this time is ended. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the processing for executing the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect is performed.

(Icon change effect determination process of effect control unit)
The icon change effect determination process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the icon change effect determination process in the effect control unit 130m.

In step E315-1, the sub CPU 130a refers to the start opening winning combination designation command received from the main control board 110, and in step E315-2, determines whether or not the current time is the executable period of the icon change effect. If it is the executable period of the icon change effect, the process proceeds to step E315-3. If it is not the executable period of the icon change effect, the icon change effect based on the start mouth winning designation command received this time is not executed. Then, the processing is moved to step E315-7.

The "executable period of the icon change effect" means that the jackpot game is not being executed, and that it is in the normal game state when the start mouth winning award designating command based on the winning of the first start mouth 45 is received. When the start opening winning award designation command based on the winning in the starting opening 47 is received, it can be mentioned that it is in a specific game state (a low certainty time short game state, a high certainty time short game state).

In step E315-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is a change scenario in the preceding hold (holding storage corresponding to the previously received start mouth prize designation command), that is, the change scenario is set in the prefetch information storage area. It is determined whether or not there is. If there is a change scenario, it is determined that the icon change effect based on the start mouth winning award designation command received this time is not executed, and the process proceeds to step E315-7. If there is no change scenario, the process proceeds to step E315-4. Transfer.

In step E315-4, the sub CPU 130a acquires a random value for icon display mode determination for determining the final display mode of the icon additionally displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), and in step E315-5. , The icon final display mode determination table (see FIG. 25) for determining the final display mode of the icon is selected. The details of the icon final display mode determination table will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the icon final display mode in step E315-6. Specifically, referring to the icon final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 25, a plurality of icon final display modes are determined based on the type of the starting mouth winning designation command and the selection rate (%) of each icon final display mode. One of the icon final display modes is determined from among the above.

In step E315-7, the sub CPU 130a determines the normal icon (white icon) that is the normal display mode as the icon final display mode.

In step E315-8, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the determined icon final display mode is a display mode (a special icon or a specific icon described below) for executing the icon change effect. If it is the display mode in which the icon change effect is executed, the process proceeds to step E315-9, and if it is not the display mode in which the icon change effect is executed, the process proceeds to step E315-12.

In step E315-9, the sub CPU 130a selects the change scenario determination table (see FIG. 26) for determining the change scenario of the icon change effect. The details of the change scenario determination table will be described later. This change scenario indicates the transition of the display mode from the appearance of the hold icon to the disappearance thereof.

In step E315-10, the sub CPU 130a determines the change scenario and sets it in the prefetch information storage area corresponding to the pending storage number counter of the sub RAM 130c. Specifically, referring to the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 26, based on the icon final display mode, the number of reserved memories of special symbols corresponding to the starting mouth winning award designation command, and the selection rate (%) of each change scenario Then, one change scenario is determined from a plurality of change scenarios.

In step E315-11, the sub CPU 130a identifies the winning icon, which is the display mode of the icon first displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), from the determined change scenario, and determines the winning icon. The icon display command is set in the transmission buffer, and the current icon change effect determination processing is ended. Thereby, the icon display command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 or the lamp control unit 150, and the hold icon in the display mode corresponding to the icon display command of the winning icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal). A predetermined sound effect (a first winning sound when displayed as a normal icon, a second winning sound when displayed as a special icon or a specific icon) is output.

In step E315-12, the sub CPU 130a determines a non-change scenario in which the icon change effect is not executed and sets it in the prefetch information storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number counter of the sub RAM 130c.

In step E315-13, the sub CPU 130a sets the icon display command for the normal icon in the transmission buffer, and ends the current icon change effect determination process. Thereby, the icon display command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 or the lamp control unit 150, and the hold icon in the display mode corresponding to the icon display command of the normal icon is displayed on the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), A predetermined sound effect (first winning sound) may be output.

In the icon change effect determination process of the present embodiment, the icon change effect (hold icon change effect, the icon change effect) is executed when there is no change scenario in advance hold, but the advance hold is the reach effect. If it is not performed, the icon change effect may be executed, and if the reach effect is performed, the icon change effect may not be executed. By doing this, the display state of the hold icon does not change during the variable effect corresponding to the preceding hold in which the reach effect is executed, and the hold icon is displayed during the variable effect corresponding to the preceding hold in which the reach effect is not executed. The change of the display mode will occur, the reach effect will not be obstructed by the icon change effect, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, even if the preceding hold includes the one performing the reach effect, the icon change effect may be executed, but if the preceding hold does not include the one performing the reach effect, the reach effect is better. The icon change effect may be executed more easily (executed at a higher rate) than the case of including the one that performs.

(Icon final display mode determination table)
FIG. 25 is a diagram showing an icon final display mode determination table that is referred to when determining the icon final display mode.

The icon final display mode determination table is associated with the types of start mouth winning designation commands, the selection rate (%) of each icon final display mode, and the icon final display mode to be selected. The effect contents of the scheduled fluctuation pattern corresponding to the designated command are described.

Icon final display mode, normal icon (white icon) that does not indicate the degree of expectation of jackpot, special icon (blue icon, green icon, red icon, rainbow icon) that indicates the degree of expectation of jackpot, special icon The specific icons (flashing icon, character A icon, character B icon, sword icon, gun icon) that are expected to be a big hit are set. The character A icon and the character B icon are icons that imitate the face of the character, and are composed of skin color and black.

The jackpot expectation degree related to the special icon increases in the order of (white icon<) blue icon<green icon<red icon<rainbow icon (jackpot confirmed). In addition, the jackpot winning expectation degree related to the specific icon is flashing icon <character A icon <sword icon <gun icon <character B icon (big hit confirmed).

Since the blinking icon may be displayed in the process of changing to a special icon or a character icon (character A icon, character B icon), it is an icon that is expected to change to a special icon or character icon. .. Further, the character icons (character A icon and character B icon) are icons that suggest (expect) an effect of SP reach or higher, which has a higher jackpot expectation than normal reach. Further, the weapon icon (sword icon, gun icon) is an icon that suggests (expects) that the chance effect of being a small hit or a big hit is executed.

(Change scenario decision table)
FIG. 26 is a diagram showing a change scenario determination table that is referred to when determining a change scenario.

The change scenario determination table is associated with the icon final display mode, the number of special symbols held corresponding to the starting mouth winning award designation command, the selection rate (%) of each change scenario, and the selected change scenario, For reference, the prior change in each change scenario and the icon update mode in the change are described.

The "pre-variation" is a variation display (variation effect) executed based on the special figure determination information stored before the special figure determination information corresponding to the newly received start mouth winning award designation command. The "variation" is a variation display (variation effect) that is executed based on the special figure determination information corresponding to the newly received start mouth prize designation command.

In the change scenario, the display mode of the icon does not change during execution of the preliminary change (the hold icon change effect is not executed) and changes during execution of the change (the icon change effect is executed). The scenario (for example, scenario 08 etc.) or the display mode of the icon changes during execution of the preliminary change (the hold icon change effect is executed), but does not change during execution of the change (the icon change effect is Scenarios that are not executed (for example, scenario 01, etc.) and the display mode of the icon changes during execution of the pre-variation and during execution of the variation (holding icon change effect and icon change effect are executed). ) A scenario (for example, scenario 15 or the like) is set.

A "button" is a button icon that may be displayed in the process of changing to a weapon icon (sword icon, gun icon). This button icon is an icon that is expected to change to a weapon icon and is a specific icon. Has become a kind of.

When the button icon is displayed in the hold icon display area, the effective period of the effect button 17 occurs, and when the effect button 17 is operated during the effective period, the weapon icon is changed at that timing, while the effect is changed. When the button 17 is shifted and displayed in the icon display area without being operated and the variation is started, the valid period ends and the button icon automatically changes to the weapon icon. The valid period may be a predetermined period before the button icon is shift-displayed in the icon display area, or may be a predetermined period after the button icon is shift-displayed in the icon display area.

The first feature of the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 26 is that character icons (character A icon, character B icon) are changed from blinking icons without passing through special icons (blue icons, green icons, red icons). The point is that it is changing. By doing so, it is possible to improve the player's expectation for the blinking icon having a low jackpot expectation, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

The second feature of the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 26 is that the weapon icon (sword icon, gun icon) does not go through the special icon (blue icon, green icon, red icon), and is first rendered by the player. The point is that it is displayed as a button icon that prompts the user to operate the button 17, and is changed from the button icon by operating the effect button 17. By doing so, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation as to which of a sword icon and a gun icon having different jackpot expectations changes, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

The weapon icons (sword icon, gun icon) may be changed from a blinking icon that does not go through a special icon instead of changing from a button icon. Further, the character icons (character A icon, character B icon) may be changed from a button icon that does not go through a special icon instead of changing from a blinking icon.

(Lighting effect determination process during winning of the effect control unit)
27, the winning light emission effect determination process of the effect control unit 130m will be described. FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a winning-time light emission effect determination process in the effect control unit 130m.

In step E316-1, the sub CPU 130a refers to the starting opening winning award designation command received from the main control board 110, and in step E316-2, determines whether or not the present time is the period during which the winning light emission effect can be executed. .. If it is the period during which the winning light emission effect can be executed, the process proceeds to step E316-3. If it is not within the period when the winning light emission effect is executable, the winning light emission effect based on the start mouth winning designation command received this time. Is not executed, and the winning light emission effect determination process of this time is ended.

The "executable period of the light emission effect at the time of winning" means that the jackpot game is not being executed, and that it is in the normal game state when the start mouth winning award designating command based on the winning of the first start opening 45 is received. 2 When the start opening winning award designation command based on the winning in the starting opening 47 is received, it can be mentioned that it is in a specific game state (a low certainty time short game state, a high certainty time short game state).

In step E316-3, the sub CPU 130a acquires a random number value for winning-time light emission effect pattern determination for determining an effect pattern of winning-time light emission effect executed in the top lamp 10b of the frame lighting device 10, and in step E316-. In 4, the winning-time light emission effect pattern determination table (see FIG. 28) for determining the winning-time light emission effect pattern is selected. The details of the winning light emission effect pattern determination table will be described later.

In step E316-5, the sub CPU 130a determines a winning-time light emission effect pattern. Specifically, referring to the winning light emission effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 28, based on the type of the starting mouth winning designation command and the selection rate (%) of each winning light emission effect pattern, a plurality of winning One of the light emitting effect patterns for winning is determined.

In step E316-6, the sub CPU 130a determines whether the determined winning-time light emission effect pattern is a pattern for executing the winning-time light emission effect. If it is a pattern for executing the winning-time light emission effect, the process proceeds to step E316-7. If it is a pattern for not performing the winning-time light emission effect, the current winning-time light emission effect determination process is ended.

In step E316-7, the sub CPU 130a sets the winning-time light emission effect execution command corresponding to the determined winning-time light emission effect pattern in the transmission buffer, and ends the current winning-time light emission effect determination process. As a result, the winning-time light emission effect execution command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the winning-time light emission effect is executed in an effect mode corresponding to the winning-time light emission effect execution command.

(Emitting production pattern determination table when winning)
FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a winning-time light emission effect pattern determination table that is referred to when determining a winning-time light emission effect pattern.

The winning-time light emission effect pattern determination table is associated with the types of the starting mouth winning designation command, the selection rate (%) of each winning-time light emission effect pattern, and the selected winning-time light emission effect pattern for reference. , The effect contents of the scheduled variation pattern corresponding to the start opening winning award designation command, and the effect mode for each winning-time light emission effect pattern are described.

In the winning-time light emission effect pattern, a winning-time light emission effect pattern 00 that does not execute the winning-time light emission effect and a winning-time light emission effect patterns 01 and 02 that perform the winning-time light emission effect are set, In the winning light emission effect patterns 01 and 02, the top lamp 10b of the frame lighting device 10 emits white or yellow light, and the sound output device 9 outputs a predetermined sound effect.

The first feature of the winning-time light emission effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 28 is that the starting mouth winning award designating command (scheduled variation) having a higher jackpot expectation than the starting mouth winning award designating command (scheduled variation pattern) having a low jackpot expectation. The pattern) makes it easier to execute the light-emission effect during winning. By doing so, it becomes easier for the player to increase the sense of expectation that the variation effect with a high jackpot expectation is executed, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

The second feature of the winning-time luminescence effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 28 is that the winning-time luminescence effect can be executed more easily in the case of a big hit than in the case of loss. By doing so, it is possible to increase the player's expectation that the jackpot will be a big hit, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a third feature of the winning-time light emission pattern determination table shown in FIG. 28, unlike the icon final display mode shown in FIG. 25, there is no winning-time light emission effect pattern (effect mode) that is a big hit confirmation (winning). Can be mentioned. By doing so, the player's sense of expectation can be maintained from the time of winning the game ball to the starting opening until the result of the variation effect is derived, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

It should be noted that a winning light emission effect pattern (for example, the top lamp 10b emits a rainbow color and a confirmation notification sound is output from the voice output device 9) may be provided in which a big hit is determined. It is advisable to determine the winning-time light emission effect pattern that is the jackpot confirmation at the lowest rate when the is executed.

(Variation effect pattern determination process of effect control unit)
The variation effect pattern determination process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the variable effect pattern determination process in the effect control unit 130m.

First, in step E321-1, the sub CPU 130a refers to the received variation pattern designation command, and in step E321-2, selects the variation effect pattern determination table (see FIG. 30).

In step E321-3, the sub CPU 130a determines one change effect pattern from the plurality of change effect patterns using the change effect pattern determination table and sets it in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c. The details of the variation effect pattern determination table will be described later.

In step E321-4, the sub CPU 130a sets the variation effect pattern instruction command corresponding to the determined variation effect pattern in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c, and ends this variation effect pattern determination process. As a result, the variation effect pattern instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the processing for executing the variation effect is performed.

(Variable production pattern determination table)
FIG. 30 is a diagram showing a variation effect pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state that is referred to when determining the variation effect pattern in the non-time saving game state.

As shown in FIG. 30, in the variation effect pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state, the type of special figure variation pattern designation command, the selection rate (%) for each variation effect pattern, and the variation effect pattern to be determined. Corresponding to each other, the production configuration (type of game production) of each variation production pattern is described in the rightmost column for reference.

The fluctuating effect pattern is an effect mode of fluctuating effect that is performed by using an effect device including an image display device, and defines whether or not there is a pseudo continuous notice, the number of pseudo continuous notices, whether or not there is a reach effect, the content of the reach effect, etc. Has been done.

The "normal fluctuation" in the column of the effect structure indicates that the normal fluctuation effect in which the reach state by the effect symbol 70a is not formed is executed.
The "shortening variation" indicates that the shortening variation effect is executed in which the reach state is shorter than the normal variation effect is executed.
“Long fluctuation” indicates that a long fluctuation effect in which the reach state is not formed for a longer time than the normal fluctuation effect is executed.
The “normal reach” indicates that the same production symbol 70a on the left and right is in a reach state in which it is temporarily stopped, and the normal reach production in which the central production symbol 70a fluctuates is executed.

The "SP reach" is a SP reach effect in which the effect symbol 70a in the reach state is reduced and displayed in the corner of the effective display area of the image display device, and the jackpot game is expected to be executed using the character. Indicates that it will be executed.
The "special SP reach" is one type of SP reach effect, and indicates that the special SP reach effect is executed in which an effect different from the normal SP reach effect is executed.
The "SPSP reach" is a SPSP reach effect in which the effect pattern 70a in the reach state is minimally displayed in the corner of the effective display area of the image display device and the jackpot game is expected to be executed using the character. Indicates that it will be executed.
"Full-rotation reach" is a premiere effect that suggests that the jackpot game is executed while changing at a low speed in the state where the same effect symbols 70a are arranged on the left, middle, and right, and then the effect symbols 70a are stopped and displayed. It shows that the full rotation reach production is executed.
The "chance production" is a big hit using a result suggestion design different from the production design 70a by reducing and displaying the three production designs 70a that are changing without reaching the reach state in the corner of the effective display area of the image display device. It shows that the chance production that expects the game to be executed is executed.

“Pseudo continuous failure” is a pseudo after performing an effect that stimulates whether or not a pseudo continuous notice effect is performed in which the effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped and then changed again during the variation display of the special symbol. It is shown that a failure effect is executed which results in the continuous announcement effect not being performed.
"Pseudo continuous success" means that after performing an effect that fuels whether or not the pseudo continuous notice effect is executed, a success effect that is the result of executing the pseudo continuous notice effect is executed and the pseudo continuous notice effect is executed. Is shown to be done.
“Cut-in” indicates that the cut-in notice effect, which is one of the above-mentioned big hit notice effects, is executed in response to the operation of the effect button 17 during the effective period.
"Decision" indicates that the winning-decision effect, which is one of the jackpot notification effects described above, is executed according to the operation of the effect button 17 during the effective period.

The degree of expectation that the jackpot game of each reach effect will be executed is set to increase in the order of normal reach effect <SP reach effect (special SP reach effect) <SPSP reach effect <all rotation reach effect (big hit confirmation). ing.

As a first characteristic of the variation effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 30, if the reach effects to be executed are the same variation effect patterns, the pseudo continuous announcement is executed more than the variation effect pattern in which the pseudo continuous announcement is not executed. The variation effect pattern has a higher expectation that the jackpot game will be executed (the jackpot game is more likely to be executed). By doing so, the player's sense of expectation as to whether or not the pseudo continuous notice will be executed can be raised, and the interest of the game can be improved.

The second feature of the variation effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 30 is that, if the variation effect pattern is such that the pseudo continuous announcement is given twice, the variation effect pattern in which the pseudo continuous announcement is given without interposing the normal reach effect, The variable effect pattern in which the pseudo continuous notice is provided with the normal reach effect interposed therebetween has a higher expectation that the jackpot game is executed (the jackpot game is more likely to be executed). By doing so, it is possible to increase the player's expectation as to which timing the pseudo-variation is performed, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a third feature of the variation effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 30, when the SP reach effect is finally executed, the cut-in notice effect is executed as the expectation effect, but finally. In the case where the SPSP reach effect is executed, there is a point that the winning/deciding effect is executed as the expectation effect. By doing so, the SP reach effect and the SP SP reach effect can be differentiated, and the interest of the game can be improved.

In addition, when the SP reach effect is finally executed, the winning decision effect may be executed, when the SPSP reach effect is finally executed, the cut-in notice effect may be executed, or The type of expectation effect when the SP reach effect is executed is one type of cut-in effect or winning decision effect, and the type of the expectation effect when the SPSP reach effect is finally executed is the cut-in effect. There may be two types of winning and winning effects.

The sub ROM 130b also stores a variation effect pattern determination table for the time saving game state, which is referred to when determining the variation effect pattern in the time saving game state, but is basically variation for the non-time saving game state. Since it is the same as the effect pattern determination table, description thereof will be omitted here.

(The jackpot notice production determination process of the production control unit)
The jackpot preview effect determination process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the jackpot notice effect determination process in the effect control unit 130m.

First, in step E322-1, the sub CPU 130a refers to the variation effect pattern set in the sub RAM 130c, and in step E322-2, the pre-reach notice determination table (see FIG. 32) is used to determine whether the pre-reach effect has been reached. A notice pattern that determines whether or not a pre-reach notice effect (serif notice effect, roulette notice effect) to be executed and the type of pre-reach notice effect to be executed is determined. The details of the pre-reach notice determination table will be described later.

In step E322-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the decided notice pattern is the notice pattern for executing the dialogue notice effect. If it is the notice pattern for executing the dialogue notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-4. If it is not the notice pattern for performing the notice notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-6.

In step E322-4, the sub CPU 130a uses the dialog advance notice pattern determination table (not shown) to determine the dialogue advance notice pattern that is the presentation mode of the dialogue advance notice effect, and in step E322-5, the determined dialogue advance notice pattern is set. Execution information of the corresponding speech notice effect is set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c. The execution information of the dialog advance notice effect is referred to in the operation system effect execution process of step E500, and the dialogue advance effect corresponding to the execution information is executed.

In step E322-6, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the determined notice pattern is a notice pattern for executing the roulette notice effect. If it is the notice pattern for executing the roulette notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-7. If it is not the notice pattern for executing the roulette notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-9.

In step E322-7, the sub CPU 130a uses the roulette notice pattern determination table (not shown) to determine the roulette notice pattern that is the presentation mode of the roulette notice effect, and in step E322-8, the determined roulette notice pattern is set. The execution information of the corresponding roulette notice effect is set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c. The execution information of the roulette notice effect is referred to in the operation system effect execution process of step E500, and the roulette notice effect corresponding to the execution information is executed.

In step E322-9, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the referred variation effect pattern is a variation effect pattern for executing the cut-in notice effect. If it is the variable effect pattern for executing the cut-in notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-10. If it is not the variable effect pattern for executing the cut-in notice effect, the process proceeds to step E322-12.

In step E322-10, the sub CPU 130a uses the cut-in notice pattern determination table (not shown) to determine the cut-in notice pattern that is the presentation mode of the cut-in notice effect, and in step E322-11, the determined cut. The execution information of the cut-in notice effect corresponding to the IN notice pattern is set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c. The execution information of the cut-in notice effect is referred to in the operation system effect execution process of step E500, and the cut-in notice effect corresponding to the execution information is executed.

In step E322-12, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the referred variation effect pattern is a variation effect pattern for executing the winning/deciding effect. If it is the variable effect pattern for executing the winning/winning effect, the process is moved to step E322-13. If it is not the variable effect pattern for executing the winning/winning effect, the jackpot preliminary announcement effect determining process of this time is ended.

In step E322-13, the sub CPU 130a uses a decision effect pattern determination table (not shown) to determine a decision effect pattern that is an effect mode of the winning decision effect, and in step E322-14, determines the decided effect pattern. Execution information of the winning/deciding effect according to the setting is set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c, and the present jackpot notice effect determining process is ended. The execution information of the winning decision effect is referred to in the operation system effect execution process of step E500, and the winning effect according to the execution information is executed.

(Pre-reach notice decision table)
FIG. 32 is a diagram showing a pre-reach notice determination table that is referred to when determining the notice pattern of the pre-reach notice effect. The pre-reach notice determination table is associated with the jackpot lottery result, the variation effect type, the selection rate (%) for each notice pattern, and the notice pattern to be determined.

There are three types of notice patterns for pre-reach notice: "No notice" for which pre-reach notice production is not executed, "serif notice production" for which serif notice production is executed, and "roulette notice production" for which roulette notice production is executed. It is set, and the degree of expectation that the jackpot game will be executed is as follows: no notice <serif notice notice <roulette notice notice.

A feature of the pre-reach notice determination table shown in FIG. 32 is that the pre-reach notice effect is more likely to be executed and the jackpot expectation degree is lower in the case of a big hit than in the case of a big hit lottery result being lost. One of the points is that the pre-reach notice effect is more likely to be executed when the variation effect pattern with a higher jackpot expectation degree is determined than when is determined. By doing so, the player's sense of expectation for the jackpot game being executed can be raised, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(Icon display mode update process of effect control unit)
The icon display mode update process of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the icon display mode update processing in the effect control unit 130m.

In step E323-1, the sub CPU 130a refers to the current variation effect pattern set in the predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c, and in step E323-2, changes of the icon set in the prefetch information storage area of the sub RAM 130c. Refer to the scenario.

In step E323-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is a hold icon that changes (updates) the display mode in the current variation effect. If there is a hold icon that changes the display mode, the process proceeds to step E323-4. If there is no hold icon that changes the display mode, the process proceeds to step E323-7.

In step E323-4, the sub CPU 130a selects the change pattern determination table for the hold icon (see FIG. 34) for determining the change pattern (change mode) of the display mode of the hold icon to be changed. The details of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the hold icon change pattern in step E323-5. Specifically, referring to the change pattern determination table for hold icons shown in FIG. 34, a plurality of hold icon change patterns in the current variation effect and a plurality of hold icon change pattern selection rates (%) are selected based on a plurality of hold icon change patterns. One hold icon change pattern is determined from among the hold icon change patterns.

In step E323-6, the sub CPU 130a sets a hold change command according to the determined hold icon change pattern in the transmission buffer. As a result, the hold change command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the hold icon change effect is executed according to the change timing according to the hold icon change pattern and the change stage in the change timing. The display mode of the hold icon displayed on the image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) changes, and a predetermined sound effect (change sound) is output.

In step E323-7, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not there is the icon that changes (updates) the display mode. If there is the icon that changes the display mode, the process proceeds to step E323-8. If there is no icon that changes the display mode, the process proceeds to step E323-15.

In step E323-8, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the icon whose display mode changes is a change to a special icon (any one of a blue icon, a green icon, and a red icon). If it is a change to the special icon, the process is moved to step E323-9, and if it is not the change to the special icon, that is, the specific icon (here, the character A icon, the character B icon, the sword icon, and the gun icon is displayed). If it is a change to any one, the process is moved to step E323-12.

In step E323-9, the sub CPU 130a selects the change pattern from the plurality of change pattern determination tables for the icon for determining the change pattern (change mode) of the display mode of the icon, which is the change target. The color change pattern determination table (see FIGS. 35 to 37) for the icon is selected according to the change stage in which the icon changes. The details of the color change pattern determination table for the icon according to the change stage will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the icon change pattern in step E323-10. Specifically, by referring to the color change pattern determination table for the selected icon, the mode of the icon change in the current variation effect, the current variation effect pattern set in the predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c, and Based on the selection rate (%) of the icon change pattern, one icon change pattern is determined from among the plurality of icon change patterns.

In step E323-11, the sub CPU 130a sets the change command corresponding to the determined icon change pattern in the transmission buffer. Accordingly, the change command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, the icon change effect is executed according to the change timing according to the icon change pattern and the change stage in the change timing, and the first The display mode of the icon displayed on the image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) changes, and a predetermined sound effect (change sound) is output.

In step E323-12, the sub CPU 130a selects the special change pattern determination table for the icon (see FIG. 38) for determining the change pattern (change mode) of the display mode of the icon to be changed. The details of the special change pattern determination table for the icon will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a determines the icon special change pattern in step E323-13. Specifically, the special change pattern determination table for the selected icon is referred to, the mode of the icon change in the current variation effect, the current variation effect pattern set in the predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c, and Based on the selection rate (%) of the icon special change pattern, one of the icon special change patterns is determined.

In step 323-14, the sub CPU 130a sets the change command corresponding to the determined icon special change pattern in the transmission buffer. As a result, the change command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the icon change effect is executed according to the change timing corresponding to the icon special change pattern and the change stage at the change timing. The display mode of the icon displayed on the one-image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) changes, and a predetermined sound effect (change sound) is output.

In step E323-15, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not an icon change effect (holding icon change effect, the icon change effect) is executed during the current change effect. If the icon change effect is not executed, the process proceeds to step E323-16, and if the icon change effect is executed, the current icon display mode update process is ended.

The sub CPU 130a selects (not shown) a change failure pattern determination table for determining the icon change failure pattern in step E323-16, and determines the icon change failure pattern in step E323-17. Specifically, referring to the selected change failure pattern determination table, a plurality of icons are displayed based on the current variation effect pattern set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c and the selection rate (%) of each change failure pattern. One icon change failure pattern is determined from the change failure patterns.

In step E323-18, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the determined icon change failure pattern is a pattern for executing the icon change failure effect. If it is a pattern for executing the icon change failure effect, the process proceeds to step E323-19, and if it is a pattern for not executing the icon change failure effect, the current icon display mode update process is ended.

The icon change failure effect is an effect that acts on the hold icon or the icon starting from the character on which the character is displayed on the image display device, but does not change the hold icon or the icon.

In step E323-19, the sub CPU 130a sets a change failure command corresponding to the determined icon change failure pattern in the transmission buffer, and ends the current icon display mode update processing. As a result, the change failure command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the icon change failure effect is executed at the execution timing according to the icon change failure pattern.

(Change pattern determination table for hold icon)
FIG. 34 is a diagram showing a change pattern determination table for hold icons that is referred to when determining a hold icon change pattern.

In the change pattern determination table for the hold icon, the mode of the hold icon change in the current variation effect, the current change effect pattern, the selection rate (%) of each hold icon change pattern, and the selected hold icon change pattern are stored. They are associated with each other, and the change effect generation timing of the hold icon in each hold icon change pattern and the change mode are described for reference.

In the hold icon change pattern, a normal change pattern in which the display mode of the hold icon changes with the output of a sound effect, or an action effect that acts on the hold icon with the character displayed on the image display device as a starting point, is held. A character action change pattern in which the display mode of the icon changes, and a change notification pattern indicating that the display mode of the icon changes as a result of the change effect are temporarily displayed, and the change notification pattern acts on the hold icon as a starting point. A symbol action change pattern in which an action effect is performed and the display mode of the hold icon changes, and a role in which the action mode that acts on the hold icon with the operation of the first movable member 73a as the starting point is performed and the display mode of the hold icon changes The physical movement change pattern is set.

The execution timing of the hold icon change effect is classified in relation to the progress state of the variable effect, and may be executed after the first effect period (pre-reach effect period) and the first effect period. There are two production periods (reach production period) and a final production period (symbol derivation period) executed after the first production period and the second production period.

In the first effect period, at the start of the variable effect, the non-reach effect during which the effect symbol 70a fluctuates at high speed or a pseudo continuous notice is given is set. In the second effect period, the normal reach effect is set. In the third effect period, the temporary stop and the actual stop of the effect symbol 70a are set.

As a change stage of the hold icon, “→blinking” means that the hold icon changes from a white icon to a blinking icon. “1UP” means that the hold icon changes to a display mode with a high expectation for one step jackpot (eg, change from white icon to blue icon, change from blinking icon to blue icon, change from blue icon to green icon). ) Means that.

Note that the change effect generation timing of the hold icon is the above-mentioned three timings, but the timing is not limited to these timings, and other timings may be provided. For example, the execution of SP (SPSP) reach may be provided.

As a first feature of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 34, the display mode of the hold icon in the first effect period in which the pre-reach effect is performed is more than in the second effect period in which the normal reach effect is performed. One of the points is that the change is set to occur easily (occurs at a high rate). By doing so, the reach effect and the hold icon change effect are less likely to interfere with each other, and the interest of the game can be improved.

As a second feature of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 34, the final effect period in which the effect symbol 70a showing the result of the variable effect is temporarily stopped or finally stopped is more than the second effect period. The point is set so that the display mode of the hold icon is likely to change (occurs at a high rate). By doing so, it becomes difficult to cause a reduction in the effect of the hold icon change effect, and it becomes possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

As a third feature of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 34, the display of the hold icon in the first effect period that is not related to the result of the variable effect is more than in the final effect period related to the result of the variable effect. One of the points is that it is set so that a change in mode is likely to occur (occurs at a high rate). By doing so, even if the player's attention is distracted, it is difficult to miss the pending icon change effect, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

As a fourth characteristic of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 34, the hold icon change effect without effect effect on the hold icon is not executed in the final effect period related to the result of the variable effect. The point is that the change effect accompanied by the effect effect on the hold icon is set to be executed. By doing so, even if the player is more conscious of the result of the variable effect, it is possible to make it possible to recognize that the hold icon change effect has been executed and improve the interest of the game. Becomes

The fifth feature of the change pattern determination table for the hold icon shown in FIG. 34 is that the display state of the hold icon changes during SP reach production, during SPSP reach production, during opportunity production, and during all rotation reach production. One of the points is that it is set not to occur. By doing so, it is possible to concentrate the player's sense of expectation on the production with high expectation of jackpot and improve the interest of the game.

(Color change pattern determination table for the icon)
35 to 37 are diagrams showing a color change pattern determination table for the icon that is referred to when determining the icon change pattern, and FIG. 35 is referred to when changing the color of the icon by one step. 36 is a table referred to when the color of the icon is changed in two steps, and FIG. 37 is a table referred to when the color of the icon is changed in three steps.

In the change pattern determination table for the icon, the mode of the icon change in the current variation effect, the current variation effect pattern, the selection rate (%) of each icon change pattern, and the selected icon change pattern are displayed. They are associated with each other, and the change effect generation timing of the icon in each icon change pattern and the change stage are described for reference.

In the icon change pattern, a normal change pattern in which the display mode of the icon changes with the output of a sound effect, or an action effect that acts on the icon starting from the character displayed on the image display device is performed. A character action change pattern in which the display mode of the icon changes is set.

The change effect generation timing of the icon is classified in relation to the progress state of the variable effect, and may be executed after the first effect period (pre-reach effect period) and after the first effect period. A reach production period consisting of a second production period or a third production period (developing production period) that may be executed after the second production period and a fourth production period executed after the third production period, and finally executed There is a final presentation period (design derivation period).

In the first effect period, at the start of the variable effect, the non-reach effect during which the effect symbol 70a fluctuates at high speed or a pseudo continuous notice is given is set. In the second effect period, the normal reach effect is set. In the third effect period, a development effect that suggests development into an SP reach effect, an SPSP reach effect, or the like is set. In the fourth effect period, SP reach effect, SPSP reach effect, etc. are set. In the final effect period, the temporary stop and the actual stop of the effect symbol 70a are set.

As the change stage of the icon, “1UP” means that the hold icon changes to a display mode in which the one-stage jackpot expectation is high. “2UP” means that the hold icon changes to a display mode in which the 2-step jackpot expectation is high. “3UP” means that the hold icon changes to a display mode with a high expectation level of three-level jackpots. "Failure" means that the above-described icon change failure effect is executed.

As a first feature of the color change pattern determination table for the icon shown in FIGS. 35 to 37, the display mode of the icon does not change during the SPSP reach effect, the chance effect, and the full-rotation reach effect. The points are set as follows. By doing so, the player's consciousness can be concentrated on the production with high expectation of jackpot, and the interest of the game can be improved.

As a second feature of the color change pattern determination table for the icon shown in FIGS. 35 to 37, when the icon changes to a blue icon having a relatively low jackpot expectation, the icon changes to the blue icon. Is likely to occur during the pre-reach performance period (it occurs at a high rate), and when the icon changes to a red icon with a relatively high jackpot expectation, a change to the red icon occurs during the reach performance. One of the points is that it is set to be easy (occurs at a high rate). By doing so, the player's sense of expectation can be maintained for a long period of time, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(Special change pattern determination table for the icon)
FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a special change pattern determination table for the icon that is referred to when determining the special change pattern for the icon.

In the special change pattern determination table for the icon, the mode of the icon change in the current change effect, the current change effect pattern, the selection rate (%) of each icon special change pattern, and the selected icon special The change patterns are associated with each other, and the change effect generation timing of the icon in each icon special change pattern and the change mode are described for reference.

In the icon special change pattern, a character action change pattern in which a display effect of the icon is changed by performing an action effect that acts on the icon displayed on the image display device as a starting point is set. A normal change pattern in which the display mode of the icon changes with the output of the sound effect may be set.

The change occurrence timing of the icon is classified in relation to the progress state of the variable effect, and may be executed after the first effect period (pre-reach effect period) and the second effect period. A reach production period including a third production period (development production period) that may be executed after the production period and the second production period and a reach production period that is executed after the third production period and a final production period that is executed last. There is a final production period (design derivation period).

In the first effect period, at the start of the variable effect, the non-reach effect during which the effect symbol 70a fluctuates at high speed or a pseudo continuous notice is given is set. In the second effect period, the normal reach effect is set. In the third effect period, a development effect that suggests development into an SP reach effect, an SPSP reach effect, or the like is set. In the fourth effect period, SP reach effect, SPSP reach effect, etc. are set. In the final effect period, the temporary stop and the actual stop of the effect symbol 70a are set.

As a change stage of the icon, “→character A” means that the icon changes to a character A icon which is a specific icon. “→Character B” means that the icon changes to a character B icon that is a specific icon. "Failure" means that the above-described icon change failure effect is executed.

The first feature of the special change pattern determination table for the icon shown in FIG. 38 is a change in the display mode of the icon during the SP reach effect, the SPSP reach effect, the chance effect, and the full rotation reach effect. One of the points is that it is set not to occur. By doing so, the player's consciousness can be concentrated on the production with high expectation of jackpot, and the interest of the game can be improved.

The second feature of the color change pattern determination table for the icon shown in FIG. 38 is that, when the icon changes to the character B icon having a relatively high jackpot expectation, the change to the character B icon is performed. One of the points is that it is set to occur more easily during the reach production period than during the pre-reach production period. By doing so, the player's sense of expectation can be maintained for a long period of time, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(Lamp emission effect execution process of effect control unit)
The lamp light emission effect execution processing of the effect control unit 130m will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing a lamp light emission effect execution process in the effect control unit 130m.

In step E600-1, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not an icon change scenario (icon change effect execution information) is set in the prefetch information storage area of the sub RAM 130c. If the icon change scenario is set, the process proceeds to step E600-2. If the icon change scenario is not set, the lamp light emission effect is not executed and the current lamp light emission effect execution process is performed. To finish.

In step E600-2, the sub CPU 130a determines which of the change scenarios 01 to 43 is the change scenario in which the change scenario of the set icon is the execution target of the lamp light emission effect, that is, the change scenario to an icon other than the button icon and the weapon icon. It is determined whether or not. If the change scenario is the execution target of the lamp light emission effect, the process proceeds to step E600-3. If it is not the change scenario that is the execution target of the lamp light emission effect, that is, the change scenario is changed to the button icon or the weapon icon. In the case of any of 44 to 51, it is determined that the lamp light emission effect is not executed, and the current lamp light emission effect execution process is ended.

In step E600-3, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not it is the change timing of the icon (holding icon, the icon) in the earliest change scenario set in the prefetch information storage area. If it is the change timing of the icon, the process proceeds to step E600-4, and if it is not the change timing of the icon, the process proceeds to step E600-8.

In step E600-4, the sub CPU 130a refers to the icon type after the change at the current change timing in the earliest change scenario, and in step E600-5, the lamp light emission effect of the icon change effect that is performed corresponding to the icon change effect. A lamp light emission effect mode determination table (see FIG. 40) for determining the effect mode is selected. The details of the lamp light emission effect mode determination table will be described later.

In step E600-6, the sub CPU 130a determines a lamp light emission effect mode (light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75). Specifically, referring to the lamp light emission effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 40, one lamp light emission effect mode is determined from a plurality of lamp light effect effect modes based on the changed icon type.

In step E600-7, the sub CPU 130a sets a lamp light emission effect execution command according to the determined lamp light emission effect mode in the transmission buffer. As a result, the lamp light emission effect execution command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and the lamp light emission effect in the light emission mode corresponding to the icon change effect is executed.

In step E600-8, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not a condition for interrupting the lamp light emission effect is satisfied. Specifically, whether or not a specific reach effect (SP/SPSP/all-rotation reach effect, chance effect, etc.) that has a higher jackpot expectation than the normal reach effect in the pre-variation is started during execution of the lamp light emission effect. To judge. When the interruption condition of the lamp light emission effect is satisfied, the processing is moved to step E600-9, and when the interruption condition of the lamp light emission effect is not satisfied, the processing is moved to step E600-10.

In step E600-9, the sub CPU 130a sets a lamp light emission effect interruption command in the transmission buffer. As a result, the lamp light emission effect interruption command is transmitted to the lamp control unit 150, and the lamp light emission effect that has been executed is interrupted.

In step E600-10, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the condition for restarting the lamp light emission effect is satisfied. Specifically, whether or not the advance variation of the loss during the suspension of the lamp light emission effect and the execution of the above-described specific reach effect (SP/SPSP reach effect, full rotation reach effect, chance effect, etc.) has ended. To judge. If the restart condition of the lamp light emission effect is satisfied, the process proceeds to step E600-11. If the restart condition of the lamp light emission effect is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step E600-12.

In step E600-11, the sub CPU 130a sets a lamp light emission effect restart command in the transmission buffer. As a result, the lamp light emission effect restart command is transmitted to the lamp control unit 150, and the interrupted lamp light emission effect is restarted.

In step E600-12, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the condition for ending the lamp light emission effect is satisfied. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the variation effect, which is the target of the jackpot expectation degree by the lamp light emission effect, is being executed, and whether it is the end timing according to the type of the variation effect pattern in the variation effect. If the ending condition of the lamp light emission effect is satisfied, the process proceeds to step E600-13, and if the ending condition of the lamp light emission effect is not satisfied, the current lamp light emission effect execution process is ended. The details of the end timing according to the type of variation effect pattern will be described later.

In step E600-13, the sub CPU 130a sets a lamp light emission effect end command in the transmission buffer, and ends the current lamp light emission effect execution process. As a result, the lamp light emission effect end command is transmitted to the lamp control unit 150, and the lamp light emission effect being executed is ended.

(Lamp emission effect mode determination table)
FIG. 40 is a diagram showing a lamp light emission effect mode determination table that is referred to when determining a lamp light effect effect mode.

The changed icon type and the determined lamp emission effect aspect are associated with the lamp emission effect aspect determination table, and the special icon (blue icon, green icon, red icon, rainbow) is associated with the lamp emission effect aspect. There are a light emission mode associated with an icon) and a light emission mode associated with a specific icon (flashing icon, character A icon, character B icon).

The jackpot expectation degree related to the lamp light emission mode is white blinking <blue lighting <green lighting <red lighting <rainbow lighting (big hit confirmation).

In addition, when the normal icon (white icon) is displayed in the hold icon display area or the icon display area, or when the customer is in a waiting state in which no icon is displayed in the hold icon display area or the icon display area. , The starting mouth lamp 75 is turned off without executing the lamp emission effect. However, in the case of waiting for the customer, the starting mouth lamp 75 is turned off and the waiting state for the customer is set. Instead, when the normal icon is displayed in the hold icon display area or the icon display area, the starting opening lamp 75 may be lit in white or vice versa.

Further, when the normal icon is displayed in the hold icon display area or the icon display area instead of the customer waiting state, a light emitting member (a panel lamp described later) provided around (near and around) the start opening lamp 75. The starting opening lamp 75 may be turned on in a light emission mode that matches the light emission mode of (BL). In addition, regardless of whether or not the customer waits, the start-up lamp 75 has a light-emission mode that matches a light-emission mode of a light-emitting member (a panel lamp BL described later) provided around (near and around) the start-up lamp 75. May be turned on

The first feature of the lamp light emission effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 40 is that, when the changed icon type is a special icon, the light emission of the starting opening lamp 75 is the same as the color of the special icon. One of the points is that the effect mode is determined. By doing so, it becomes easier for the player to recognize the jackpot expectation and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

As a second feature of the lamp light emission effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 40, when the changed icon type is a blinking icon among the specific icons, the starting opening lamp 75 blinks similarly to the blinking icon. The lamp light emission effect mode is determined. By doing so, it is possible to give the player an impression that the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect are related, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a third feature of the lamp light emission effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 40, when the changed icon type is the character A icon or the character B icon among the specific icons, the character A icon or the character B icon is selected. A lamp light emission effect mode in which the starting port lamp 75 is turned on with a light emission color according to the jackpot expectation is determined. By doing so, the player can easily recognize the jackpot expectation of the character A icon or the character B icon, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(List of end timings for lamp emission effect)
FIG. 41 is a diagram showing a list of end timings of the lamp light emission effect in the variation effect in which the jackpot expectation is suggested by the lamp light emission effect.

The list of the end timings of the lamp light emission effects is associated with the jackpot determination result, the type of the fluctuating effect pattern (effect content), and the end timing of the lamp light emission effects. The display suspension period, the display suspension period of the icon, and the erasing timing of the icon are described.

According to the list of the end timings of the lamp light emission effects shown in FIG. 41, for example, in the case of the variable effect pattern in which the jackpot determination result is a failure and the SPSP reach effect is finally executed (SP reach effect and) Even when the SPSP reach effect is being executed, the lamp light emission effect is continuously executed, and the timing before the timing at which the icon is erased with the main stop of the effect design 70a (during the temporary stop of the effect design 70a) This completes the lamp lighting effect.

(Specific example 1 of icon change effect and lamp emission effect in the normal gaming state)
42 to 44, a specific example 1 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal gaming state will be described. FIG. 42 is a timing chart 1 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state, and FIGS. 43 to 44 are effect examples at each timing of the timing chart 1.

The timing of T0 in FIG. 42 is the timing at which the variation effect (pre-variation) by the normal variation effect pattern is started when the first hold number changes from “3” to “2”. At this time, in the first image display device 70, the three hold icons HI displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the earliest one is the icon TI. Is displayed. Further, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is sequentially started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 is in the off state, and the panel lamp BL as the panel lighting device 74 provided around the starting port lamp 75 emits light during fluctuation (see FIG. 43(a)).

At the timing of T1, when a predetermined period elapses from the start of fluctuation, the icon change effect based on the character action change pattern is started. Specifically, the character CG is displayed on the first image display device 70, and an action effect (action) of throwing a heart toward the icon is performed (see FIG. 43(b)).

When the heart thrown by the character CG hits the hold icon displayed on the first display portion 70C1 of the first hold icon display area 70C at the timing of T2, the display mode of the hold icon changes from a white icon to a blue icon. The icon change effect is executed as a result of which the starting opening lamp 75 lights up in blue and the lamp emission effect is started (see FIG. 43(c)).

At the timing of T3, when a predetermined period (for example, 1 second) elapses after the display mode of the hold icon and the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 are changed, the character CG is erased from the first image display device 70 to operate. The effect ends (see FIG. 43(d)).

At the timing of T4, when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variable effect, the three effect symbols 70a on the left-middle-right are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "375", and the board lamp BL emits light while stopped (Fig. 43 ( See e)).

At the timing of T5, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped and the icon is erased (see FIG. 43(f)).

At the timing of T6, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, a variation effect (a normal reach variation effect pattern with a loss) in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect. Be started. Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the blue icon and the white icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the blue icon is displayed as the icon TI. It Further, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is sequentially started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started, and the board lamp BL emits light during the variation (FIG. 44(g)). reference).

At the timing of T7, when the execution period of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable manner at low speed. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 maintains the blue lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 44(h)).

At the timing of T8, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the left-middle-right effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "565", and the board lamp BL emits light during stop (see FIG. 44(i)). ..

At the timing of T9, when a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) elapses from the start of the temporary stop of the effect design 70a, the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect ends with the icon still displayed. (See FIG. 44(j)).

At the timing of T10, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol in the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the blue icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 44(k)).

(Specific example 2 of icon change effect and lamp emission effect in the normal gaming state)
A specific example 2 of the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect in the normal game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 45 to 47. FIG. 45 is a timing chart 2 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state, and FIGS. 46 to 47 are effect examples at each timing of the timing chart 2.

The timing of T0 in FIG. 45 is the execution of the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern that is started during the execution of the lamp light emission effect in which the starting opening lamp 75 is lit in green. At this time, in the first image display device 70, with the two holding icons HI of the green icon and the white icon being displayed in the first holding icon display area 70C, the three effect symbols 70a on the left, middle, and right are "375". The book is stopped in the lost manner. In addition, the first special symbol is stopped and displayed by the first fluctuation notification LED 59a, and the board lamp BL emits light during stop (see FIG. 46(a)).

At the timing of T1, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the variation effect (a big hit SPSP reach variation effect pattern) in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect. Is started. Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the green icon and the white icon, displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and accordingly, the icon change according to the normal change pattern. The effect is executed, and the green icon changes to a red icon and is displayed as the icon TI. Further, the variation display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 changes from green lighting to red lighting, and the board lamp BL emits light during fluctuation (see FIG. 46(b)).

At the timing of T2, when the execution period of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable manner at low speed. At this time, the starting opening lamp 75 maintains the red lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 46(c)).

At the timing of T3, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the development effect to the SP reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are reduced and displayed while moving to the upper corners of the screen, and the SP development effect image is displayed, and the sound output device 9 outputs a sound effect (FIG. 46). (See (d)).

At the timing of T4, when the development effect execution period elapses, the SP reach effect is started. Specifically, the teammate character and the enemy character displayed on the first image display device 70 start a battle, and the display of the hold icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 maintains the red lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 46(e)).

At the timing of T5, when the execution period of the SP reach production has elapsed in a state where the three production symbols 70a are temporarily stopped in the losing mode of "565", the development production to the SPSP reach production is started. Specifically, the first image display device 70 displays a lightning bolt-shaped effect image EF and a dialogue image SG of "adding energy", and the voice output device 9 outputs a voice of "adding energy" (Fig. 46(f)).

At the timing of T6, when the execution period of the development effect has elapsed, the SPSP reach effect is started. Specifically, the three effect symbols 70a are moved to the lower corners of the screen to be minimally displayed, two ally characters and an enemy character start a battle, and the display of the icon in the icon display area 70E is interrupted. To do. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 maintains the red lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 47A).

At the timing of T7, if the effect button 17 is operated during the effective period of the determination that occurs after a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of the SPSP reach effect, the determination success effect is started. Specifically, the first movable member 73a falls to the front of the screen, and the drop effect SED is displayed on the first image display device 70. In addition, the sound output device 9 outputs a fixed notification sound "QUIN♪QUIN♪", and the production button 17 vibrates and lights up in a rainbow color to notify the big hit. Further, the board lamp BL emits the correct light in the iridescent color that notifies the big hit, but the starting opening lamp 75 maintains the red lighting (see FIG. 47(h)).

At the timing of T8, when the execution period of the SPSP reach production has elapsed, the left middle right production design 70a is temporarily stopped in the jackpot mode of "555", the display of the red icon in the icon display area 70E, and the first The display of the white icon in the hold icon display area 70C is resumed (see FIG. 47(i)).

At the timing of T9, when the temporary stop time (at least 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a that changes depending on the operation timing of the effect button 17 in the determined effective period elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are permanently stopped, The variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also stopped. Further, the red icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 47(j)).

At the timing of T10, when the main stop time (0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the opening effect of the jackpot game is started. Specifically, while the opening effect image is displayed on the first image display device 70, the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted, the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off, and the lamp light emission effect ends. (See FIG. 47(k)).

In addition, in the case of the variation effect by the lost SPSP reach variation effect pattern, when the effect button 17 is operated in the determined effective period, the first movable member 73a does not drop to the front of the screen and the first image display device 70 is displayed. The failure effect is displayed and the failure effect is executed. Then, when the execution period of the SPSP reach effect has elapsed, the left-middle-right effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped in a lost manner such as "565", and the red icon is displayed in the icon display area 70E, and the first hold icon. The display of the white icon in the display area 70C is restarted, and the start opening lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect is finished before a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) before the temporary stop time of the effect design 70a elapses.

(Specific example 3 of icon change effect and lamp emission effect in the normal game state)
A specific example 3 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 48 to 50. 48 is a timing chart 3 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state, and FIGS. 49 to 50 are effect examples at each timing of the timing chart 3.

The timing T0 in FIG. 48 is the execution of the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern that is started during the non-execution of the lamp emission effect in which the starting opening lamp 75 is off. At this time, in the first image display device 70, two hold icons HI including a button icon and a white icon are displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C and a white icon is displayed in the icon display area 70E. , The three effect symbols 70a on the left, middle and right are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "375". Further, the first variation notification LED 59a is displaying the variation of the first special symbol, and the panel lamp BL emits light while it is stopped (see FIG. 49(a)).

At the timing of T1, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol by the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 49(b)).

At the timing of T2, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the variable effect (small hit chance effect change effect pattern) in which the expectation degree of the big hit is suggested by the icon change effect is started. It Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the button icon and the white icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the operation valid period of the button icon is accordingly changed. Upon completion, the icon change effect is executed, the button icon is changed to the sword icon and displayed as the icon TI. Further, the variation display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started. At this time, since the icon is a sword icon that is not a target for performing the lamp light emission effect, the starting opening lamp 75 maintains the off state, and the panel lamp BL emits light during the change (see FIG. 49(c)).

At the timing of T3, when the execution period of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable display at low speed (see FIG. 49(d)).

At the timing of T4, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the development effect to the chance effect is started. Specifically, the effect image EF is displayed so as to cut the screen, and the sound output device 9 outputs the sound effect (see FIG. 49(e)).

At the timing of T5, when the development effect execution period elapses, the chance effect is started. Specifically, the first image display device 70 has a roulette like result pattern such as a "miss" pattern, a "chance" pattern corresponding to a small hit or a big hit, and a "big win" pattern corresponding to a big hit. The three effect symbols 70a that are variably displayed are reduced and displayed in the right corner of the screen while being displayed in a circle. Further, the display of the hold icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted (see FIG. 49(f)).

At the timing of T6, when the chance production execution period elapses with the "chance" symbol being temporarily stopped, the three reduced effect representation symbols 70a are temporarily stopped in the "123" chance mode, and the icon is displayed. The display of the sword icon in the area 70E and the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C are restarted. In addition, special light is emitted to notify that the board lamp BL is a small hit or a big hit (see FIG. 50(g)).

At the timing of T7, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect design 70a elapses, the "chance" design that has been temporarily stopped, and the three effect designs 70a are permanently stopped, and the first variation notification LED 59a. The variable display of the first special symbol in is also stopped. Further, the sword icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 50(h)).

At the timing of T8, when the main stop time (0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the opening effect in which it is not clearly understood whether it is a small hit game or a big hit game is started. Specifically, the opening effect image is displayed on the first image display device 70, the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted, and the panel lamp BL emits light during the small hit (FIG. 50). (See (i)).

In addition, in the case of a variation performance that does not clearly indicate whether it is a big hit or a small hit, it is basically the same as the variation performance by the small hit chance performance fluctuation production pattern. Therefore, the chance mode of "123" of the effect design 70a that is temporarily stopped and main stopped may be read as a jackpot mode of "321".

Also, in the case of a variation production that clearly informs that it is a big hit chance production variation production pattern, it is basically the same as the variation production by the small hit chance production variation production pattern. The symbol of "chance" to be stopped and permanently stopped is a symbol of "big win", the chance mode of "123" of the temporary design and the production symbol 70a to be permanently stopped is a jackpot mode of "999", "small hit game or jackpot" "Opening effect that cannot be clearly understood whether it is a game" should be read as "opening effect of jackpot game".

(Specific example 4 of icon change effect and lamp emission effect)
A specific example 4 of the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect in the normal game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 51 to 53. 51 is a timing chart 4 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state, and FIGS. 52 to 53 are effect examples at each timing of the timing chart 4.

At the timing T0 in FIG. 51, the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern started during the execution of the lamp light emission effect in which the starting opening lamp 75 is blinking in white is in execution. At this time, in the first image display device 70, two hold icons HI, which are a blinking icon and a white icon, are displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, and a white icon is displayed in the icon display area 70E. , The three effect symbols 70a on the left, middle and right are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "375". Further, the first variation notification LED 59a is displaying the variation of the first special symbol, and the board lamp BL emits light while it is stopped (see FIG. 52(a)).

At the timing of T1, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol by the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 52(b)).

At the timing of T2, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the variation effect (the special SP reach variation effect pattern of the jackpot) in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the icon change effect is started. It Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the blinking icon and the white icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the blink icon is displayed as the icon TI. It Further, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is sequentially started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started (see FIG. 52(c)).

At the timing of T3, when a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of the change, the icon change effect based on the character action change pattern is started. Specifically, the character CG is displayed on the first image display device 70, and an action effect (action) of throwing a heart toward the icon is performed (see FIG. 52(d)).

At the timing of T4, when the heart thrown by the character CG hits the icon displayed in the icon display area 70E, the display mode of the blinking icon changes from the blinking icon to the character A icon, and the icon change effect is executed. Accordingly, the starting port lamp 75 changes from blinking in white to lighting in green (see FIG. 52(e)).

At the timing of T5, when a predetermined period elapses after the display mode of the icon and the emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 are changed, the character CG is erased from the first image display device 70, and the action effect is finished. Further, the normal reach effect is started after the execution period of the normal fluctuation has elapsed. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are provisionally stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable display at low speed (see FIG. 52(f)).

At the timing of T6, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the development effect to the special SP reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are reduced and displayed while moving to the upper corners of the screen, and the SP development effect image is displayed, and the sound output device 9 outputs a sound effect (FIG. 53). (See (g)). The SP development effect image is the same as the image displayed at the time of the development effect to the SP reach effect.

At the timing of T7, when the execution period of the development effect has elapsed, the special SP reach effect is started. Specifically, a plurality of effect symbols are slidably displayed on the first image display device 70, and an aim for punching out the effect symbols to be stopped with a rifle is displayed. Further, the display of the hold icon in the first hold icon display area 70C and the display of the icon in the icon display area 70E are interrupted, and accordingly, the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect ends (FIG. 53). (See (h)).

At the timing of T8, when the execution period of the special SP reach production has passed after punching the production design of "5" with the rifle, the production design 70a of the left middle right is temporarily stopped in the jackpot mode of "555", and the icon is displayed. The display of the character A icon in the area 70E and the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C are restarted, and the accurate light emission is performed in the rainbow color in which the board lamp BL notifies the jackpot (FIG. 53(i)). reference).

At the timing of T9, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol by the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the character A icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 53(j)).

In addition, in the case of the variation effect by the special SP reach variation effect pattern of the loss, when the execution period of the special SP reach effect has elapsed, the left middle right production effect pattern 70a is temporarily stopped in a loss mode such as "565", The display of the character A icon in the icon display area 70E and the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C are restarted.

(Specific Example 5 of Icon Change Effect and Lamp Light Effect in Normal Game State)
A specific example 5 of the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect in the normal game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 54 to 56. 54 is a timing chart 5 of the icon change effect and the lamp light emission effect in the normal game state, and FIGS. 55 to 56 are effect examples at each timing of the timing chart 5.

At the timing T0 in FIG. 54, the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern started during the execution of the lamp light emission effect in which the start opening lamp 75 is lit in blue is in execution. At this time, in the first image display device 70, two hold icons HI of a white icon and a blue icon are displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, and a white icon is displayed in the icon display area 70E. , The three effect symbols 70a on the left, middle and right are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "375". Further, the first variation notification LED 59a is displaying the variation of the first special symbol, and the panel lamp BL emits light during a stop (see FIG. 55(a)).

At the timing of T1, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol by the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 55(b)).

At the timing of T2, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, variation effect (pre-variation) by the lost SP reach variation effect pattern is started. Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the white icon and the blue icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the earliest white icon is the icon TI. Is displayed as. Further, the variation display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the variation display of the first special symbol is also started by the first variation notification LED 59a, and the board lamp BL emits light during the variation (see FIG. 55(c)).

At the timing of T3, when the execution period of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable manner at low speed. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 maintains the blue lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 55(d)).

At the timing of T4, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the development effect to the SP reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are reduced and displayed while moving to the upper corners of the screen, and the SP development effect image is displayed, and the sound output device 9 outputs a sound effect (FIG. 55). (See (e)).

At the timing of T5, when the development effect execution period elapses, the SP reach effect is started. Specifically, the teammate character and the enemy character displayed on the first image display device 70 start a battle, and the display of the hold icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted. At this time, the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect is temporarily interrupted (see FIG. 55(f)).

At the timing of T6, when the execution period of the SP reach production has elapsed after “6” was temporarily stopped as the internal production design 70a, the three reduced production display designs 70a are displayed in the normal size, and the icon display area is displayed. The display of the white icon in 70E and the display of the blue icon in the first hold icon display area 70C are restarted. However, at this point, the starting port lamp 75 remains off and the lamp light emission effect is not restarted (see FIG. 56(g)).

At the timing of T7, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the variation of the first special symbol in the first variation notification LED 59a is changed. The display is also stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 56(h)).

At the timing of T8, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, a variation effect (a normal reach variation effect pattern with a loss) in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the icon change effect is disclosed. Specifically, the blue icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C is shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the blue icon is displayed as the icon TI. Further, the variation display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 is lit in blue, the lamp light emission effect is restarted, and the board lamp BL emits light during fluctuation (see FIG. 56(i)).

(Specific examples of icon change effect and lamp emission effect in a specific game state)
57 to 58, specific examples of the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect in the specific game state will be described. FIG. 57 is a timing chart 1 of the icon change effect and the lamp emission effect in the specific game state, and FIG. 58 is an effect example at each timing of the timing chart 1.

The timing of T0 in FIG. 57 is the timing at which the variation effect based on the shortened variation pattern is started when the second hold number changes from “2” to “1”. At this time, in the first image display device 70, the right hitting image MG prompting the player to shoot a game ball is displayed on the right side of the game area 5a, and the two hold icons HI displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D. Shift-displays toward the icon display area 70E, and the first one is displayed as the icon TI. In addition, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is simultaneously started, and the variation display of the second special symbol on the second variation notification LED 59b is also started. Further, the starting port lamp 75 is in the off state, and the panel lamp BL as the panel lighting device 74 provided around the starting port lamp 75 emits light during the fluctuation (see FIG. 58A).

At the timing of T1, when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the variation effect, the three effect symbols 70a on the left, middle, and right are permanently stopped in a lost manner of "281", and the second special symbol on the second variation notification LED 59b The variable display is also stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased. At this time, when the game ball wins the second starting port 47, the second hold number becomes "2", a green icon is additionally displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D, and the icon change effect is started. The starting port lamp 75 lights up in green and the lamp light emission effect is started. In addition, the panel lamp BL emits light while stopped (see FIG. 58B).

At the timing of T2, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the variable effect (pre-variation) by the shortened fluctuation pattern is started. Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the white icon and the green icon displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the white icon is displayed as the icon TI. R. Further, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is simultaneously started, and the variation display of the second special symbol is also started by the second variation notification LED 59b, and the board lamp BL emits light during the variation.

At the timing of T3, when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the variation effect, the three left, right, and right effect symbols 70a are permanently stopped in a lost manner, and the variation display of the second special symbol on the second variation notification LED 59b is also displayed. The operation is stopped, and the white icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased. At this time, when the game ball wins the second starting port 47, the second hold number becomes "2", and a white icon is additionally displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D.

At the timing of T4, when the main stop time (for example, 0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the variation effect (the normal reach variation effect pattern of the jackpot) in which the expectation of jackpot is suggested by the icon change effect is started. Specifically, the two hold icons HI, which are the green icon and the white icon displayed in the second hold icon display area 70D, are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the earliest green icon is the icon TI. Is displayed as. Further, the variation display of the three effect symbols 70a is simultaneously started, and the variation display of the second special symbol is also started by the second variation notification LED 59b, and the board lamp BL emits light during the variation (FIG. 58(c)). reference).

At the timing of T5, when the execution time of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable manner at low speed. At this time, the starting port lamp 75 maintains the green lighting and the lamp light emission effect continues (see FIG. 58(d)).

At the timing of T6, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has elapsed, the left-middle-right effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped in the jackpot mode of "555", and the board lamp BL performs the on-target light emission in the iridescent color that notifies the jackpot. The starting port lamp 75 keeps lighting in green.

At the timing of T7, when the temporary stop time (for example, 1 second) of the effect symbol 70a elapses, the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are finally stopped, and the second special symbol is changed by the second change notification LED 59b. The display also stops. Further, the green icon displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased (see FIG. 58(e)).

At the timing of T8, when the main stop time (0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, the opening effect of the jackpot game is started. Specifically, while the opening effect image is displayed on the first image display device 70, the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is interrupted, the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off, and the lamp light emission effect ends. To do.

In the case of the variation effect based on the normal reach variation effect pattern of the loss, when the execution period of the normal reach effect has passed, the left middle-right production effect pattern 70a is temporarily stopped in a loss mode such as "565", and the icon display area 70E is displayed. The display of the green icon in and the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C are restarted, and the starting opening is made a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds before) when the temporary stop time of the effect design 70a elapses. The lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect ends.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, when the hold icon or the icon is displayed as a special icon (blue icon, green icon, red icon), the lamp emission effect can be executed, and the hold icon or the icon is displayed. Even when is displayed as a specific icon (flashing icon, character A icon, character B icon), the lamp light emission effect can be executed. Therefore, it is possible to improve the execution frequency of the lamp light emission effect and the effect of the lamp light emission effect, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the hold icon or the icon is displayed as the button icon, the sword icon, and the gun icon among the specific icons, the lamp light emission effect is not executed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the frequency of execution of the lamp light emission effect from becoming excessive, or to prevent the player from becoming unclear due to an excessively complicated effect mode of the lamp light emission effect, which can improve the enjoyment of the game. Becomes

Further, according to the present embodiment, the erasing timing of the icon is the same (at the time of the main stop of the effect symbol 70a) regardless of the type of the variable effect pattern in the variable effect in which the jackpot expectation is suggested by the lamp light emission effect. The end timing of the lamp light emission effect differs depending on the type of the variable effect pattern. Therefore, even if the lighting mode of the starting opening lamp 75 in the lamp light emission effect is the same, it is possible to execute various patterns of lamp light emission effect, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, in the variation effect in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the lamp emission effect in the normal game state, even if the same variation effect pattern (here, SP reach, SPSP reach), the jackpot determination. The end timing of the lamp light emission effect differs depending on whether the result is a loss or a big hit. Therefore, it is possible to execute the lamp light emission effect according to the jackpot determination result, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the jackpot determination result in the fluctuating effect in which the jackpot anticipation is suggested by the lamp lighting effect is a loss, the lamp lighting effect ends at the timing before the icon is erased. ing. Therefore, when the next lamp light emission effect is executed at the start of the next variable light effect, an interval period of a sufficient length can be secured between the two lamp light emission effects, and the player is confused. It is possible to avoid such inconvenience.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the jackpot determination result in the fluctuating effect in which the degree of expectation of jackpot is suggested by the lamp light emitting effect is a big hit, it is notified that it is a big hit and another light emitting means (for example, the frame lighting device). Even after the 10, lighting device 74 for the board, and the board lamp BL) has changed to the correct light emission (rainbow color) for notifying the big hit, the lamp light emission effect is continued without changing the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75. ing. Therefore, even after being notified that the jackpot will be a jackpot, it is possible to confirm in which light emitting mode the starting opening lamp 75 has been jackpotted, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the jackpot determination result in the variation effect in which the jackpot expectation is suggested by the lamp light emission effect is a jackpot, the variation effect pattern for finally executing the SP reach effect or the SPSP reach effect. In the case of, the lamp light emission effect ends at the timing after the icon is erased (while the effect symbol is in the main stop). Therefore, the effect during the change effect can be made more gorgeous than in the case where the game is lost, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the special SP reach effect or the full rotation reach effect in which the display of the hold icon or the icon is interrupted is executed in the variable effect in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the lamp light emission effect. The lamp light emission effect ends at the timing when the special SP reach effect or the full rotation reach effect is started. Therefore, the player can be concentrated on the special SP reach effect and the full-rotation reach effect, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, according to the present embodiment, in the variation effect in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the lamp light emission effect, when the normal reach effect in which the display of the hold icon or the icon is not interrupted is executed, during the normal reach effect is executed. The execution of the lamp light emission effect is continued. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the display mode of the icon and the light emission mode of the lamp light emission effect may change, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, in the variation effect in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the lamp light emission effect, when the SPSP reach effect in which the display of the hold icon or the icon is interrupted is executed, the SPSP reach effect is changed. Even during execution, the lamp light emission effect is continuously executed. Therefore, even when the SPSP reach effect is being executed, the jackpot expectation can be confirmed by the lamp light emission effect, and the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, according to the present embodiment, in the pre-variation executed before the variation effect in which the jackpot expected degree is suggested by the lamp emission effect, the specific reach effect (SP/SPSP) having a higher jackpot expectation degree than the normal reach effect. /When the full rotation reach effect, chance effect, etc.) is started, the lamp light emission effect is interrupted. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player's sense of expectation for the specific reach effect in the preliminary change from being attenuated, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, according to the present embodiment, when the advance variation of the loss in which a specific reach effect (SP/SPSP/full-rotation reach effect, chance effect, etc.) having a higher jackpot expectation than the normal reach effect is executed ends, the lamp light emission is completed. The production is restarted. Therefore, the lamp light emission effect does not end halfway, and it becomes possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the normal reach effect (normal change effect, shortened change effect, normal reach effect) is started in advance change executed before the change effect in which the jackpot expectation is suggested by the lamp light emission effect. In case of lighting, the lighting effect of the lamp is not interrupted. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the reduction of the effect of the lamp light emission effect, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the icon display mode changes due to the icon change effect by the character action change pattern and the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 changes, the character CG displayed on the image display device is changed. Even after the light emission mode of the starting port lamp 75 is changed, it remains for a predetermined period (for example, 1 second). Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize that the lighting mode of the starting opening lamp 75 has changed, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, an icon change effect in which the display mode of the icon displayed by the game ball winning in the second starting opening 47 provided in the right side area of the game area 5a that requires right-handing is changed is executed. Even in such a case, the lighting mode of the starting port lamp 75 provided near the first starting port 45 is changed so that the lamp lighting effect is executed. Therefore, it is not necessary to provide a dedicated starting opening lamp in the second starting opening 47, and it is possible to improve the effect of production while reducing the cost, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, during execution of the lamp light emission effect, the light emitting means (mainly the panel lamp BL) provided around the starting opening lamp 75 is turned on in a different light emitting mode from the starting opening lamp 75 ( It emits light during fluctuation and light emission during stop. Therefore, the existence of the starting opening lamp 75 is not buried by the light emitting means provided around the starting opening lamp 75, and the effect of the lamp light emitting effect can be improved.

In the present embodiment, when the icon is a special icon (blue icon, green icon, red icon) or when it is a specific specific icon (character A icon, character B icon), it is started as a lamp light emission effect mode. Although the mouth lamp 75 is turned on, the starting mouth lamp 75 may be turned on or off. By doing so, it is possible to make the lamp light emission effect stand out by giving a motion, and it is possible to improve the effect of the lamp light emission effect.

Further, in the case of the special icon, the starting mouth lamp 75 is turned on as the lamp light emitting effect mode, and in the case of the character A icon or the character B icon among the specific icons, the starting mouth lamp 75 is used as the lamp light emitting effect mode. May blink. By doing so, it is possible to make the player easily recognize whether it is the special icon or the specific icon, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the variation effect is a big hit, the lamp light emission effect ends at the timing after the icon is erased (while the effect symbol 70a is in the main stop). The lamp light emission effect may be ended at the main stop timing. By doing so, the lamp light emission effect can be ended in accordance with the progress of the variation effect, and the effect effect can be improved.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the fluctuating effect is a big hit, the lamp light emitting effect ends at the timing after the icon is erased (while the effect design 70a is in the main stop). Similarly, you may make it complete|finish during the temporary stop of the effect design 70a. By doing so, the control in the lamp light emission effect is simplified, and the control load of the lamp control unit 150 can be reduced.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display of the hold icon and the icon is interrupted during the all-rotation reach effect, but even if the display of the hold icon is interrupted while the icon is displayed, Of course, in this case, the lamp light emission effect may be continuously executed until after the icon is erased.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display of the hold icon and the icon is interrupted during the special SP reach effect, but even if the display of the hold icon is interrupted while the icon is displayed, Of course, even in this case, it is preferable to end the lamp emission effect at the start of the special SP reach effect.

In addition, when the preliminary variation becomes a big hit during the interruption of the lamp light emission effect, the execution of the lamp light emission effect may not be restarted. By doing so, the lamp light-emitting effect is not delayed by the big hit game, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, the lamp light emission effect can be executed regardless of the game state, but the lamp light emission effect can be executed during the normal game state, and the specific game state (probability variation game state, time saving game state) It is possible not to execute the lamp light emitting effect in the middle. In addition to the normal game state, the lamp light emitting effect is executed in one of the probability variation game state and the time saving game state, but not in the other. You can

Further, in the present embodiment, the end timing of the lamp light emission effect is different depending on the jackpot determination result and the type of the fluctuating effect pattern, but the jackpot determination result, the type of the fluctuating effect pattern and the icon type (special icon, specific Regardless of the icon, the lamp light emission effect may be terminated when the effect design is stopped. Further, instead of the main stop of the effect design, the lamp light emission effect may be ended immediately before the main stop of the effect design (for example, 5 frames before).

Further, in the present embodiment, the icon is uniformly erased at the time of the main stop of the effect design 70a regardless of the type of the variable effect pattern, but the effect is uniformly applied regardless of the type of the variable effect pattern. The icon may be deleted when the symbol is temporarily stopped.

Further, in the present embodiment, the icon is uniformly erased at the time of the main stop of the effect design 70a regardless of the type of the fluctuating effect pattern, but the icon is erased according to the type of the fluctuating effect pattern. The timing may be set. For example, in any one of the special SP reach, the SPSP reach, and the full rotation reach in FIG. 41, the icon may be deleted at the timing when the display of the icon is interrupted. In this case, the lamp light emission effect may be continued regardless of the erase timing of the icon, and may be ended when the effect symbol 70a is stopped.

Further, in the case of a variable effect pattern other than the special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach in FIG. 41, the icon may be deleted when the effect design is temporarily stopped. Even in this case, the lamp light emission effect may be continued regardless of the erase timing of the icon, and may be ended when the effect symbol 70a is stopped.

When the jackpot determination result is a jackpot and special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach is executed, the hold icon and the icon are displayed while the special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach is being executed. It is hidden (erased), and the hold icon and the icon are not displayed again when the production design is temporarily stopped, and the jackpot determination result is a miss, and special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach is executed. In this case, the hold icon and the icon are hidden (interrupted) while the special SP reach, the SPSP reach, and the full rotation reach are being executed, and the hold icon and the icon are displayed again when the production design is temporarily stopped. May be.

When the jackpot determination result is a jackpot and special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach is executed, the hold icon and the icon are not displayed during execution of the special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach. When displaying (erasing) and not displaying the hold icon and the icon again when the effect design is temporarily stopped, the jackpot determination result is a miss, and special SP reach, SPSP reach, or full rotation reach is executed In the, while the special SP reach, SPSP reach or full rotation reach is being executed, the hold icon and the icon are hidden, and the hold icon hold icon is redisplayed without redisplaying the icon when the production design is temporarily stopped. You may do so.

Further, in the present embodiment, the board lamp BL emits light during the fluctuation regardless of whether or not the lamp light emission effect is executed during the execution of the fluctuation effect, but the lamp during the execution of the fluctuation effect is performed. When the lighting effect is executed, the panel lighting devices 74 other than the panel lamp BL are caused to emit light during the fluctuation, and the panel lamp BL which is a lamp of the same system as the starting port lamp 75 emits the starting port lamp 75. Alternatively, the light may be emitted in a light emission mode corresponding to (for example, if the starting port lamp 75 is lit in blue, the panel lamp BL is also lit in blue).

Further, in the present embodiment, when the big hit determination result is a variation effect of a loss, the board lamp BL emits light during a stop during the temporary stop and the main stop of the effect design. However, the light emission may be performed during the fluctuation until the temporary stop and the light emission during the stop may be performed during the main stop. By doing so, it is possible to grasp whether or not the effect design is stopped by the light emission mode of the board lamp BL, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(Demonstration example in which the luminous effect at the time of winning is executed during the lamp luminous effect)
With reference to FIG. 59, a description will be given of an example of an effect when the winning light emission effect is executed during the lamp emission effect.

As shown in FIG. 59(a), the variation effect based on the lost SP reach variation effect pattern is executed, the green icon is displayed in the icon display area 70E, and the icon change effect is executed, and at the same time, the start is started. The mouth lamp 75 lights up in green and the lamp light emission effect is executed.

Next, when a game ball wins the first starting opening 45, a white icon is additionally displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C as shown in FIG. 59(b). Along with this, the top lamp 10b, which is a part of the frame lighting device 10, lights up in yellow, and the sound output device 9 outputs the sound effect “Picom♪” to execute the winning light emission effect.

Thereafter, when the icon change effect based on the character action change pattern is started, the character CG is displayed on the first image display device 70 as shown in FIG. 59C, and the effect effect of throwing a heart toward the icon (action). ) Is performed and the heart hits the icon TI, the icon TI changes from a green icon to a red icon, and accordingly, the starting opening lamp 75 changes from green lighting to red lighting. At this time, the top lamp 10b maintains the yellow lighting regardless of the change in the display mode of the icon TI and the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75.

When the development effect after the normal reach effect ends and the SP reach effect starts, the display of the hold icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C is temporarily interrupted. In addition, when the execution period of the SP reach effect has elapsed, the three effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "565", the display of the white icon in the first hold icon display area 70C is restarted, and the predetermined period (for example, When 0.5 seconds) has elapsed, the starting port lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect ends.

After that, when the temporary stop time of the effect design 70a has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 59(d), the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are permanently stopped and the icon is erased, but regarding the top lamp 10b. Keeps lit yellow.

Then, when the main stop time (0.5 seconds) of the effect design 70a elapses, as shown in FIG. 59(e), a variation effect in which the jackpot expectation degree is suggested by the winning light emission effect (miss SPSP reach variation) The effect pattern) is started. Specifically, the white icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C is shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the white icon is displayed as the icon TI. Further, the variation display of the effect symbol 70a is started, and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first variation notification LED 59a is also started.

After that, when the execution period of the normal fluctuation elapses, the normal reach effect is started as shown in FIG. 59(f). Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "9", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are variably displayed at a low speed. At this time, the top lamp 10b is turned off, and the winning light emission effect ends.

Even when the variation effect in which the jackpot light emission effect suggests the jackpot expectation degree is the SP reach variation effect pattern, the special SP reach variation effect pattern, or the chance effect variation effect pattern, the top lamp 10b is turned on when the normal reach effect is started. The lights are turned off and the luminous effect at the time of winning is finished.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, with respect to the lamp light emission effect, the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 changes according to the change of the hold icon or the display mode of the icon, while the winning light emission effect is withheld. The top lamp 10b emits light regardless of the change in the icon or the display mode of the icon. Therefore, the player's sense of expectation can be heightened by the two types of light emission effects that differ in the method of notifying the jackpot expectation degree, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the top lamp 10b in the winning light emitting effect is more preferable than the type of the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 in the lamp light emitting effect (blue lighting, green lighting, red lighting, white blinking, rainbow lighting). The number of types of light emission modes (white lighting, yellow lighting) is smaller. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the effect that suggests the jackpot expectation degree from becoming too complicated depending on the light emission mode, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the light emission mode of the starting opening lamp 75 in the lamp light emission effect is different from the light emission mode of the top lamp 10b in the winning light emission effect. Therefore, the effect executed during the variable effect can be made gorgeous, and the effect effect can be improved.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the top lamp 10b is turned off and the winning-light-emission effect ends when the reach effect period is reached in the variation effect in which the jackpot light-emission effect suggests the jackpot expectation. Therefore, the player's attention can be easily gathered in the reach production, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(Production example 1 when the production control unit cannot receive a command during prefetch production)
With reference to FIGS. 60 to 61, description will be given of a production example 1 when the production control unit cannot receive a command during prefetch production (countdown production, icon change production, lamp light production).

First, the variable display of the first special symbol starts as the first hold number stored (grasping) by the main control unit 110m and the production control unit 130m is both "4" and "3". Shall be done.

At this time, a variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and a special symbol storage designation indicating that the first number of reservations has become “4→3” When the effect control unit 130m receives the command, as shown in FIG. 60A, the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern is started.

Specifically, in the first image display device 70, the four hold icons HI displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the first one is the icon. Displayed as TI.

Further, with respect to the last one hold icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, the hold icon change effect according to the normal change pattern is executed to change from the white icon to the blue icon, and accordingly, the starting mouth lamp 75 is changed. It lights up in blue and the lighting effect of the lamp is started. Further, the three effect symbols 70a sequentially start the variable display, the countdown image RG indicating the remaining three times is displayed, and the countdown effect is executed.

Then, when the predetermined time has elapsed, the countdown image RG is erased as shown in FIG. 60(b), and when the predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation effect, as shown in FIG. 60(c), the left middle right The three effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped in the losing mode of "265".

Here, it is assumed that the command line connecting the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 has a wiring failure due to a half-insertion or disconnection of the connector.

After that, when the temporary stop period of the effect design 70a elapses, the main control board 110 transmits a symbol determination command for permanently stopping the effect design 70a, but the effect control is caused by the wiring abnormality in the command line. The part 130m cannot receive the symbol confirmation command. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 60(d), the temporary stop of the effect design 70a continues, and the starting opening lamp 75 maintains the blue lighting.

Then, when the next variable display of the first special symbol is started while the wiring abnormality of the command line is not eliminated, the variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110. ), and, the production control unit 130m cannot receive the special symbol memory designation command indicating that the first number of reservations has become “3→2”.

Therefore, the first hold number (here, “3”) stored (grasped) by the effect control unit 130m is more than the first hold number (here, “2”) stored by the main control unit 110m. ) Will be more. That is, in the state in which the first hold storage, which has been suggested the jackpot expectation degree by the look-ahead effect, remains, the first hold number stored (recognized) by the main controller 110m and the effect controller 130m is shifted by one. It will be.

Here, it is assumed that the command line connecting the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 has a wiring error due to half-insertion or disconnection of the connector before the variation time of the first special symbol elapses.

Then, when the variation time of the first special symbol has elapsed, when the effect control unit 130m receives the symbol determination command transmitted from the main control board 110, as shown in FIG. 60(e), in the icon display area 70E. The displayed white icon TI is erased by the animation for 10 frames, and the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are permanently stopped. That is, the effect design that was supposed to be stopped in the previous variable effect is stopped as a result of the variable effect that was not executed.

After that, the variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and a special symbol storage designation command indicating that the first number of reservations has become “2→1” When the effect control unit 130m receives, the fluctuating effect (preliminary fluctuation) based on the normal fluctuating effect pattern is started as shown in FIG. 60(f).

Specifically, in the first image display device 70, rather than the last one of the three hold icons displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, that is, the first hold number “2”. A large amount of excess reserved icons are erased in an instant by one frame of non-animation, and the second white icon from the end is changed to a blue icon by one frame of non-animation, and then the remaining white and blue icons remain. And shift display toward the icon display area 70E, and the earliest white icon is displayed as the icon TI.

Further, the three effect symbols 70a sequentially start variable display, and the countdown image RG indicating the remaining one time is displayed with the start opening lamp 75 kept lit in blue, and the countdown effect is executed.

After that, when a predetermined time has elapsed, the countdown image RG is erased as shown in FIG. 61(g), and when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation effect, as shown in FIG. The three effect symbols 70a are provisionally stopped in a losing manner of "561".

Then, when the effect control unit 130m receives the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main control board 110, the white icon TI displayed in the icon display area 70E is erased, as shown in FIG. The three effect symbols 70a that have been stopped are now stopped.

Then, the variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and a special symbol storage designation command indicating that the first number of reservations has become “1→0” When the effect control unit 130m receives the effect, as shown in FIG. 61(j), the variation effect (the SP reach variation of the jackpot) in which the jackpot expectation degree was suggested by the look-ahead effect (icon change effect, lamp emission effect, countdown effect). The effect pattern) is started.

Specifically, in the first image display device 70, one blue icon HI displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C is shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the icon corresponding to the normal change pattern is displayed. The change effect is executed to change the blue icon to the red icon, and accordingly, the starting opening lamp 75 changes from blue lighting to red lighting. Further, the three effect symbols 70a sequentially start the variable display, the countdown image RG indicating the remaining 0 times is displayed, and the countdown effect is executed.

After that, when a predetermined time elapses, the countdown image RG is erased as shown in FIG. 61(k), and when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the variation effect, the normal reach effect is started as shown in FIG. 61(l). To be done. Specifically, the left and right effect symbols 70a are temporarily stopped at "5", and the effect symbols 70a in the middle are displayed in a variable manner at low speed. Then, after that, the SP reach effect is executed from the development effect, and the left-middle-right effect design 70a is temporarily stopped in the jackpot mode of "555" and then stopped.

Note that, in the state of FIG. 60(d), the first hold number stored (grasped) by the effect control unit 130m is larger than the first hold number stored by the main control unit 110m (for example, “1”). When there are two more (for example, “3”), the transition is made in the order of FIG. 60(d)→FIG. 61(j)→FIG. 61(k)→FIG. 61(l).

Specifically, the last two hold icons among the three hold icons displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, that is, the excess hold icons that are larger than the first hold number "1" are 1 The first white icon is erased in a moment by non-animation for the frame, and the red icon is corrected and changed by the non-animation for one frame to the red icon, and then the red icon is shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E and the relevant icon is displayed. It will be displayed as TI.

(Production example 2 when the production control unit cannot receive a command during prefetch production)
With reference to FIG. 62, description will be given of a second example of an effect when the effect control unit cannot receive a command during the prefetch effect (countdown effect, icon change effect, lamp light effect).

First, the variable display of the first special symbol starts as the first hold number stored (grasping) by the main control unit 110m and the production control unit 130m is both "4" and "3". Shall be done.

At this time, a variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and a special symbol storage designation indicating that the first number of reservations has become “4→3” When the effect control unit 130m receives the command, as shown in FIG. 62A, the variation effect (pre-variation) according to the normal variation effect pattern is started.

Specifically, in the first image display device 70, the four hold icons HI displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the first one is the icon. Displayed as TI.

Further, with respect to the penultimate hold icon displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, the hold icon change effect according to the normal change pattern is executed to change from the white icon to the blue icon, and accordingly, the starting mouth lamp 75 is lit in blue and the lamp light emission effect is started. Further, the three effect symbols 70a sequentially start the variable display, the countdown image RG indicating the remaining two times is displayed, and the countdown effect is executed.

Then, after a lapse of a predetermined time, the countdown image RG is erased as shown in FIG. 62(b). When a game ball wins the first start opening 45, a white icon is additionally displayed in a 20-frame animation in the first hold icon display area 70C. Then, when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the fluctuating effect, as shown in FIG. 62(c), the three effect symbols 70a on the left-middle-right are temporarily stopped in a losing manner of "265".

Here, it is assumed that the command line connecting the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 has a wiring failure due to a half-insertion or disconnection of the connector.

After that, when the temporary stop period of the effect design 70a elapses, the main control board 110 transmits a symbol determination command for permanently stopping the effect design 70a, but the effect control is caused by the wiring abnormality in the command line. The part 130m cannot receive the symbol confirmation command. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 62(d), the temporary stop of the effect design 70a continues, and the starting opening lamp 75 maintains the blue lighting.

Then, when the next variable display of the first special symbol is started while the wiring abnormality of the command line is not eliminated, the variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110. ), the special symbol storage designating command indicating that the first hold number has become “4→3”, and the symbol fixing command cannot be received by the production control unit 130m.

Furthermore, the variable display of the next 1st special symbol (the pre-reading effect suggests the jackpot expectation degree is suggested while the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main control unit 110m cannot be received due to the lapse of the variable display time of the 1st special symbol. When the variation display corresponding to the first reserved memory) is started, the variation start command (special symbol designating command, special figure variation pattern designating command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and the first pending number are “ It becomes impossible for the production control unit 130m to receive the special symbol storage designation command indicating that "3→2".

Therefore, the first hold number (here, “4”) stored (grasped) by the effect control unit 130m is more than the first hold number (here, “2”) stored by the main control unit 110m. ) Will be more. That is, in the state where the first pending storage, which has been expected to be a jackpot expectation degree by the look-ahead effect, does not remain, the first pending numbers stored (understood) by both parties deviate by two.

Here, it is assumed that the command line connecting the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 has a wiring error due to half-insertion or disconnection of the connector before the variation time of the first special symbol elapses.

Then, when the variation time of the first special symbol has elapsed, when the effect control unit 130m receives the symbol determination command transmitted from the main control board 110, as shown in FIG. 62(e), in the icon display area 70E. The displayed white icon TI is erased by the animation for 10 frames, and the three effect symbols 70a that have been temporarily stopped are permanently stopped. That is, the effect design, which was supposed to be stopped by the variation effect two times before, is stopped as a result of the variation effect that was not executed.

After that, the variation start command (special symbol designation command, special symbol variation pattern designation command) transmitted from the main control board 110, and a special symbol storage designation command indicating that the first number of reservations has become “2→1” When the effect control unit 130m receives, the fluctuating effect (preliminary fluctuation) based on the normal fluctuating effect pattern is started as shown in FIG. 62(f).

Specifically, in the first image display device 70, rather than the last two of the four hold icons displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C, that is, the first hold number "2". A large amount of excess reserved icons are instantly erased by one frame of non-animation, the remaining two white icons are shift-displayed toward the icon display area 70E, and the first white icon is displayed as the icon TI. It

Further, the three effect symbols 70a sequentially start the variable display, but the first hold memory, which had been suggested the jackpot expectation degree by the look-ahead effect, has disappeared, so the starting opening lamp 75 is turned off and the lamp light emission effect ends, The countdown image RG is not displayed and the countdown effect is also ended.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, during the period in which the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, the first reserved memory, in which the expectation of jackpot is suggested by the look-ahead effect, is not consumed (variable display of special symbols is executed). In the case of, the continuation of the look-ahead effect that was being executed is executed. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the player's uncomfortable feeling that there is a variation effect that is not executed, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, during the period in which the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, when the first reserved memory in which the expectation of jackpot is suggested by the look-ahead effect is exhausted (variable display of the special symbol is performed). Ends the prefetch effect that was being executed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the false prefetching effect from being executed in the subsequent variable effect, and it is possible to prevent the reliability of the prefetching effect and the reduction in the trust in the gaming machine.

Further, according to the present embodiment, during the period in which the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, the hold number stored in the main control unit 110m and the hold number stored in the effect control unit 130m are different, When the number of holdings (the number of holding icons displayed) stored in the effect control unit 130m is more than the original number and becomes excessive, the excess holding icons displayed in the holding icon display area are displayed. The icon is erased without being shifted to the icon display area. Therefore, it is possible to reduce a sense of discomfort given to the player due to the decrease in the number of hold icons, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, in the case of erasing the surplus hold icon displayed in the hold icon display area, the time required to delete the icon displayed in the icon display area (10 frames). The surplus hold icon is erased in a shorter time (one frame). Therefore, it becomes difficult for the player to notice that the display number of the hold icons has been corrected, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest in the game.

In the period in which the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, regardless of whether or not the first reserved memory, which has been expected to be a jackpot expectation degree by the prefetch effect, has been exhausted, in at least one variable effect that is executed thereafter. May execute the continuation of the prefetching effect. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the player's uncomfortable feeling that the pre-reading effect ends midway, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, when the continuation of the prefetching effect is executed, the lamp light emission effect may be executed without executing the icon change effect and the countdown effect. In this way, the pre-reading effect is not continued on the image display device on which the correction display of the number of holdings has been performed, so that it is possible to prevent the player from feeling extremely uncomfortable. In addition, it is possible to reduce the number of executions of false prefetching effects, and it is possible to prevent the reliability of the prefetching effects and the reduction in the trust in the gaming machine.

Further, in the period in which the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, when the first pending storage in which the expectation of jackpot is suggested by the look-ahead effect is exhausted, and when the variable effect is executed after the customer wait state Alternatively, the continuation of the prefetch effect may not be executed in the variable effect. In this way, the player is less likely to feel uncomfortable, and the interest in the game can be improved.

Further, because the effect control unit 130m cannot receive the command, the first hold number stored (grasped) by the main control unit 110m and the first hold number stored (grasp) by the effect control unit 130m are deviated. If it occurs, the increase or decrease in the number of holdings during the period in which the command cannot be received becomes unknown, so all the pre-reading effects (icon change effects, lamp emission effects, countdown effects, etc.) that are being executed should be terminated. May be. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the false prefetching effect from being executed, and it is possible to prevent the reliability of the prefetching effect and the deterioration of the trust in the gaming machine from being deteriorated.

In addition, the excess hold icon displayed in the hold icon display area is deleted without shifting the display, but the excess hold icon is left without being deleted, and the number of hold increases. By doing this, the pending icons that are cumulatively displayed when the number of pending items corresponding to the remaining pending icons are displayed are overwritten and updated by the pending icons that have remained, and then displayed as a shift when the number of pending items decreases next. You may do it.

(Example of lamp emission effect when there is a wiring abnormality related to the starting port lamp)
With reference to FIG. 63, an example of a lamp light emission effect when there is a wiring abnormality relating to the starting opening lamp will be described.

As shown in FIG. 63( a ), when the lamp emission effect in which the starting mouth lamp 75 is lit in blue is executed in the state where there is no wiring abnormality relating to the starting mouth lamp, the blue light emission signal output from the lamp control unit 150 is executed. Is supplied (input) to the LED driver via the conductive pattern of the effect control board 130, and thereafter, the blue emission data output from the LED driver is output via the harness connecting the effect control board 130 and the start opening lamp 75. It is continuously supplied (input) to 75, and the starting port lamp 75 lights up in blue.

Next, as shown in FIG. 63(b), when wiring abnormality due to half-insertion or disconnection of the connector occurs in the harness that connects the effect control board 130 and the starting opening lamp 75, the blue light output from the LED driver is output. The light emission data is not supplied (input) to the starting port lamp 75, the starting port lamp 75 is turned off, and the lamp light emission effect is interrupted.

Then, as shown in FIG. 63(c), when the wiring abnormality due to the half-insertion or the disconnection of the harness that connects the effect control board 130 and the starting opening lamp 75 is resolved, the blue light continuously output from the LED driver is output. The light emission data is supplied (input) to the starting port lamp 75 again, the starting port lamp 75 lights up in blue, and the lamp light emitting effect is restarted.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, regarding the icon change effect and the countdown effect, even if the wiring abnormality occurs in the command line connecting the main control board 110 and the production control board 130, the wiring abnormality is eliminated thereafter. On the other hand, the lamp emission effect can be restarted even if the wiring abnormality occurs in the harness that connects the effect control board 130 and the starting opening lamp 75, after that. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the reduction of the effect of the lamp light emission effect, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

(Example of initial operation when the game state is initialized)
An example of initial operation when the game state is initialized will be described with reference to FIG.

As shown in FIG. 64(a), three effect symbols 70a are permanently stopped in the first image display device 70, and no icons are displayed in the icon display area 70E and the hold icon display area. Therefore, the starting port lamp 75 remains in the off state.

Next, when the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped by turning off the power switch, the first image display device 70 is hidden as shown in FIG. 64(b), and the starting opening lamp 75, the board lamp BL, etc. Is also turned off.

Thereafter, when the power switch is turned on while the RWM clear operation is performed, the initial screen including the character image of "Reading" is displayed on the first image display device 70, as shown in FIG. 64(c). At this time, the main control unit 110m performs RWM clear processing to initialize the game control state, and then transmits a power-on designation command.

Then, when the effect control unit 130m receives the power-on designation command, as shown in FIG. 64(d), the initial effect symbol "135" is statically displayed as the three effect symbols 70a on the first image display device 70. The standby screen in the open state is displayed, and the initial operation (initial operation, initial light emission) of the frame lighting device 10, the movable effect device 73, and the board lighting device 74 is started. Specifically, the first movable member 73a moves from the standby position to the effect position, and the first movable member 73a, the starting opening lamp 75, and the board lamp BL can emit light in the icon change effect (blue→green→red). Lights up sequentially in the order of red → green → blue → red...

After that, when a predetermined period has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 64(e), the first movable member 73a moves from the effect position to the standby position, and the initial operation ends. At this time, the first movable member 73a, the starting port lamp 75, and the panel lamp BL maintain the red, green, blue, red,...

Then, when the initial light emission period elapses, as shown in FIG. 64(f), the first movable member 73a, the starting port lamp 75, and the panel lamp BL are extinguished, and the initial light emission ends.

In addition, even in the case of power recovery in which the control state of the game is recovered by turning on the power switch without performing the setting change operation or the RWM clear operation, if the power recovery specification command is received from the main control board 110, the frame The initial operation (initial operation, initial light emission) of the lighting device 10, the movable performance device 73, and the board lighting device 74 is started, and the first movable member 73a, the starting opening lamp 75, and the board lamp BL are icons. The lights are sequentially lit in the order of red->green->blue->red...

As described above, according to the present embodiment, the starting opening lamp 75 is lit (emits) in the general order of expressing the three primary colors of RGB (red→green→blue) at the time of initial light emission, while the lamp is lit. At the time of rendering, it is possible to turn on (emit) light in the order of colors (blue→green→red) according to the jackpot expectation, which is the reverse order of RGB. Therefore, it becomes easy to distinguish the initial light emission from the lamp light emission effect, and it becomes possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

When the power is restored, the start-up lamp 75 is not lit (emits) in the order of colors (blue→green→red) according to the jackpot expectation, but instead of any two of RGB. It may be turned on, or may be turned on (emits light) in a single color, or may be illuminated (emits) other than RGB, for example, white or yellow.

In the present embodiment, in the lamp light emitting effect, the light emitting mode of the winning hole lamp 75 is changed according to the change of the icon display mode in the icon changing effect, but the winning hole lamp is independent of the icon changing effect. The change scenario of 75 may be determined, and the light emission mode of the winning hole lamp 75 may be changed according to the change scenario.

Further, in the present embodiment, in the lamp light emission effect, the light emission mode of the winning hole lamp 75 is changed according to the hold icon change performance and the change in the icon display mode in the icon change performance. The light emitting mode of the winning hole lamp 75 may be changed according to the change of the icon displaying mode, and the light emitting mode of the winning hole lamp 75 may not be changed according to the change of the icon displaying mode in the hold icon change effect. However, the reverse is also possible.

Further, in the present embodiment, the winning-time light emitting effect is performed using the top lamp 10b of the frame lighting device 10, but the winning-time light emitting effect is performed using a specific lamp of the board lighting device 74. May be.

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Here, in the conventional gaming machine, it is determined whether or not to execute the jackpot game advantageous to the player, based on the determination information acquired based on the winning of the game medium into the starting area, and the result of the determination is determined. A game machine that executes a game effect is generally used. In such a gaming machine, while holding information corresponding to each piece of judgment information that has not been judged is displayed on the display means, the holding information that has started the game effect is displayed as execution information, and the holding information or execution is executed. There has been a suggestion that a jackpot game may be executed by changing the display mode of information (for example, see JP-A-2018-118109). However, the gaming machine described in the above patent document has a problem that the interest of the game is low.

As a first configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. Along with the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), the execution information is displayed in the normal display mode (white icon), which is different from the normal display mode. 1 special display mode (special icon), or the second special display mode (specific icon) different from the normal display mode and the first special display mode, the possibility of executing the special game Corresponding to displaying the suggested execution information effect (icon change effect) and the execution information in the first special display mode, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the first special light emission mode, and the execution information is changed to the second special mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) in which the light emitting means emits light in the second special light emission mode in response to the display in the special display mode. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a second configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, the effect control means is arranged to hold information (holding information) corresponding to each of the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed. Information display (icon display) for displaying the icon) on the display means and displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), and the execution information in a normal display mode (white icon), The special display mode (special icon) different from the normal display mode or the second special display mode (specific icon) different from the normal display mode and the first special display mode causes the special Corresponding to displaying the execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that a game is executed and the execution information in the first special display mode, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the first special light emission mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in the second special light emission mode in response to displaying the execution information in the second special display mode. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a third configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ), an object of a model motif (lens member 75a) in the gaming machine, and a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), and the object is provided at a position corresponding to the light emitting means and the starting area. Then, the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and the hold information for starting the game effect is executed information (the relevant information). The information display (icon display) displayed as an icon and the execution information are displayed in the normal display mode (white icon), the first special display mode (special icon) different from the normal display mode, or the normal display mode. The execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying the second special display mode (specific icon) different from the first special display mode, and the execution information. In response to displaying in the first special display mode, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the first special light emitting mode, and in response to displaying the execution information in the second special display mode, the light emitting means is changed to the first special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) in which light is emitted in two special light emission modes. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a fourth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a first starting area (first starting opening 45) or the first starting An acquisition unit (main control board 110) that acquires determination information (special figure determination information) based on a winning of a game medium to a second startup area (second startup opening 47) different from the area, and the above-described determination information based on the determination information. A determination means (main control board 110) for determining whether or not to execute a special game, a storage means (main control board 110) for storing the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and a determination result according to the determination result. The production control means (production control board 130) for executing the game production (variation production) and the light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at the position corresponding to the first starting area are provided, and the production control means is provided. , Information display for displaying the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed on the display means and displaying the hold information for starting the game effect as execution information (the icon) (Icon display) and the execution information, a normal display mode (white icon), a first special display mode (special icon) different from the normal display mode, or different from the normal display mode and the first special display mode In the first special display mode, the execution information performance (icon change performance) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the second special display modes (specific icons) Corresponding to displaying, the light emitting means emits light in the first special light emitting mode, and corresponding to displaying the execution information in the second special displaying mode, the light emitting means emits light in the second special light emitting mode. And a case where the execution information displayed in the special display mode is based on a winning in the first starting area and a case where the second starting area Regardless of whether it is based on winning, the light emitting means executes the light emission effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a fifth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. Along with the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), the execution information is displayed in the normal display mode (white icon), which is different from the normal display mode. 1 special display mode (special icon), or the second special display mode (specific icon) different from the normal display mode and the first special display mode, the possibility of executing the special game Display the suggested execution information effect (icon change effect), the suggestion effect indicating that the execution information may be displayed in the special display mode (action effect by the character), and the execution information in the first special display mode. Corresponding to that, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the first special light emission mode, and in response to displaying the execution information in the second special display mode, the light emission means is caused to emit light in the second special light emission mode. The effect (lamp light emission effect) can be executed, and the suggestion effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the light emitting means emits light in the first special light emission mode or the second special light emission mode. is there. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a sixth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information performance (icon change performance) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon), and the execution information is displayed in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to the action, and before the execution information is erased in response to the end of the game effect. Then, the light emission effect can be ended. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a seventh configuration for solving the above problem, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, the effect control means is arranged to hold information (holding information) corresponding to each of the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed. Information display (icon display) for displaying the icon) on the display means and displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), and the execution information in a normal display mode (white icon), Or execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying the special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode, and the execution It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) for causing the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the information in the special display mode, and corresponding to the end of the game production. The emission effect can be ended before the execution information is erased. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As an eighth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game, small hit game) advantageous to a player, a starting region (first starting opening 45, second starting opening) 47) acquiring means (main control board 110) for obtaining determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of the game medium, and determination means for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. (Main control board 110), storage means (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and effect control means (executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination ( The production control board 130), a model motif object in the gaming machine (lens member 75a), and a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) are provided, and the object and the light emitting means correspond to the starting area. The effect control means displays the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination is not executed on the display means, and displays the hold information that started the game effect. Either information display (icon display) displayed as execution information (the icon) or normal display mode (white icon) or special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. The special light emission of the light emitting means in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode and the execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that emits light in an aspect, and it is possible to end the light emission effect before the execution information is deleted corresponding to the end of the game effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a ninth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a first starting area (first starting opening 45) or the first starting An acquisition unit (main control board 110) that acquires determination information (special figure determination information) based on a winning of a game medium to a second startup area (second startup opening 47) different from the area, and the above-described determination information based on the determination information. A determination means (main control board 110) for determining whether or not to execute a special game, a storage means (main control board 110) for storing the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and a determination result according to the determination result. The production control means (production control board 130) for executing the game production (variation production) and the light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at the position corresponding to the first starting area are provided, and the production control means is provided. , Information display for displaying the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed on the display means and displaying the hold information for starting the game effect as execution information (the icon) The special game is executed by displaying (icon display) and the execution information in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. Execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility of being performed, and light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode. And a case in which the execution information displayed in the special display mode is based on a prize in the first starting area and a case in which the execution information is based on a prize in the second starting area. In any of the above, the light emission effect can be ended before the execution information is erased by executing the light emission effect by the light emitting means and corresponding to the end of the game effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a tenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon) and the execution information are displayed in the special display mode. A suggestion effect (effect effect by a character) that suggests the possibility of a change, and a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode. , Can be executed, the suggestive effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the light emitting means emits light in the special light emission mode, and the execution information corresponds to the end of the game effect. The light emission effect can be ended before is erased. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As an eleventh configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information performance (icon change performance) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon), and the execution information is displayed in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to the operation, and expect the execution of the special game in the effect executed during the game effect. In addition, when the execution information includes a specific effect (SPSP reach, etc.) in which the execution information is not displayed, and the specific effect is executed during execution of the light emission effect, the light emission effect is continued even during execution of the specific effect. Then it is feasible. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a twelfth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) is provided. Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, the effect control means is arranged to hold information (holding information) corresponding to each of the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed. Information display (icon display) for displaying the icon) on the display means and displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), and the execution information in a normal display mode (white icon), Or execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying the special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode, and the execution It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) in which the light emitting means emits light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the information in the special display mode, and in the effect executed during the game production, When the special game is expected to be executed and the execution information includes a specific effect (SPSP reach, etc.) that is not displayed, and when the specific effect is executed during the execution of the light emission effect, the execution of the specific effect is performed. Even in the middle, the light emission effect can be continuously executed. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a thirteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ), a model motif object in the gaming machine (lens member 75a), and a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), and the object and the light emitting means are provided at positions corresponding to the starting area. Then, the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and the hold information for starting the game effect is executed information (the relevant information). Information display (icon display) displayed as an icon) and the execution information are displayed in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. By doing so, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the special light emission mode in response to the execution information effect (icon change effect) suggesting the possibility that the special game is executed and the execution information being displayed in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect), and a special effect (SPSP reach) in which the execution information is hidden while the effect executed during the game effect is expected to execute the special game. Etc.) and the specific effect is executed during the execution of the light emission effect, the light emission effect can be continuously executed even during the execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a fourteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a first starting area (first starting opening 45) or the first starting An acquisition unit (main control board 110) that acquires determination information (special figure determination information) based on a winning of a game medium to a second startup area (second startup opening 47) different from the area, and the above-described determination information based on the determination information. A determination means (main control board 110) for determining whether or not to execute a special game, a storage means (main control board 110) for storing the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and a determination result according to the determination result. The production control means (production control board 130) for executing the game production (variation production) and the light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at the position corresponding to the first starting area are provided, and the production control means is provided. , Information display for displaying the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed on the display means and displaying the hold information for starting the game effect as execution information (the icon) The special game is executed by displaying (icon display) and the execution information in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. Execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility of being performed, and light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode. And a case in which the execution information displayed in the special display mode is based on a prize in the first starting area and a case in which the execution information is based on a prize in the second starting area. In any of the above, the light emitting effect is executed by the light emitting means, and the effect executed during the game effect is expected to execute the special game, and the execution information is hidden. (SPSP reach etc.), when the specific effect is executed during the execution of the light emission effect, the light emission effect can be continuously executed even during the execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a fifteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon), and the execution information is the special display mode (special (I.e., an icon, a specific icon) and a suggestive effect (effect effect by a character) suggesting the possibility of being displayed, and causing the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emitting mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode A light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) can be executed, and the suggestion effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the light emitting means emits light in the special light emission mode, and is executed during the game effect. The effect to be performed includes a specific effect (SPSP reach etc.) in which the execution information is hidden while the execution of the special game is expected, and when the specific effect is executed during the execution of the light emission effect, The light emission effect can be continuously executed even during execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a sixteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a game machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. The special game by displaying the information display (icon display) and the hold information in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode Hold information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility of being executed, and a light emission effect (lamp light emission) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the hold information in the special display mode. Production), and special production (SP reach, SPSP reach, etc.) in which the special information is expected to be executed in the production executed during the game production and the hold information is hidden. In the case where the specific effect is executed in the game effect corresponding to the holding information displayed earlier than the holding information that is the trigger for executing the light emitting effect, during execution of the light emitting effect, The light emission effect is not executed during execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a seventeenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a game machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, the effect control means is arranged to hold information (holding information) corresponding to each of the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed. Information display (icon display) for displaying the (icon) on the display means, and the hold information in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. In order to display the hold information in the special display mode and the hold information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) to be emitted by, and a special effect in which the special information is expected to be executed in the effect executed during the game effect and the holding information is hidden. Including the (SP reach, SPSP reach, etc.), during the execution of the light emission effect, the identification in the game effect corresponding to the hold information displayed prior to the hold information that triggered the execution of the light emission effect. When the effect is executed, the light emission effect is not executed during execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As an eighteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ), a model motif object in the gaming machine (lens member 75a), and a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), and the object and the light emitting means are provided at positions corresponding to the starting area. The effect control means displays the information display (icon display) that causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each piece of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and the hold information in the normal display mode. (White icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode to indicate that the special game may be executed. ) And a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the hold information in the special display mode, and is executed during the game production. The effect to be performed includes a specific effect (SP reach, SPSP reach, etc.) in which the special information is expected to be displayed and the hold information is not displayed, and the light emission effect is executed during execution of the light emission effect. When the specific effect is executed in the game effect corresponding to the hold information displayed earlier than the hold information that has been a trigger, the light emission effect is not executed during execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a nineteenth configuration for solving the above problems, in a game machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. The special game by displaying the information display (icon display) and the hold information in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode Hold information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility of being executed, suggestion effect (the effect effect by the character) that suggests that the hold information may be displayed in the special display mode, and the hold information. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) in which the light emitting means emits light in a special light emission mode in response to the display in the special display mode, and in the suggestion effect, the light emission means causes the special light emission mode. It is possible to continue execution for a predetermined period even after the light is emitted at, and in the effect executed during the game effect, the special game is expected to be executed, and the holding information is hidden (SP). Reach, SPSP reach, etc.), and during the execution of the light emission effect, the specific effect is the game effect corresponding to the hold information displayed earlier than the hold information that triggered the execution of the light emission effect. When it is executed, the light emission effect is not executed during execution of the specific effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a twentieth configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start region (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information performance (icon change performance) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon), and the execution information is displayed in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode and a notification effect (decision success effect, etc.) that suggests that the special game is executed. Yes, when the notification effect is executed as the game effect while the light emission effect is being executed, the light emission effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the execution of the notification effect. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a twenty-first configuration for solving the above problem, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75) provided at a position corresponding to the starting area, the effect control means is arranged to hold information (holding information) corresponding to each of the judgment information for which the judgment has not been executed. Information display (icon display) for displaying the icon) on the display means and displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon), and the execution information in a normal display mode (white icon), Or execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying the special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode, and the execution Corresponding to displaying information in the special display mode, a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) that causes the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode, and a notification effect that suggests that the special game is executed (decision success effect) Etc.), and when the notification effect is executed as the game effect during execution of the light emission effect, the light emission effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the execution of the notification effect. is there. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a twenty-second configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ), a model motif object in the gaming machine (lens member 75a), and a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), and the object and the light emitting means are provided at positions corresponding to the starting area. Then, the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and the hold information for starting the game effect is executed information (the relevant information). Information display (icon display) displayed as an icon) and the execution information are displayed in either a normal display mode (white icon) or a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode. By doing so, the light emitting means is caused to emit light in the special light emission mode in response to the execution information effect (icon change effect) suggesting the possibility that the special game is executed and the execution information being displayed in the special display mode. It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) and a notification effect (decision success effect, etc.) that suggests that the special game is executed, and the notification effect as the game effect during execution of the light emission effect. When is executed, the light emission effect can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after the notification effect is executed. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

As a twenty-third configuration for solving the above problems, in a gaming machine capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to a player, a start area (first start port 45, second start port 47) Acquisition means (main control board 110) for acquiring determination information (special figure determination information) based on winning of a game medium, and determination means (main control board) for determining whether or not to execute the special game based on the determination information. 110), a storage unit (main control board 110) that stores the determination information for which the determination has not been executed, and an effect control unit (effect control board 130) that executes a game effect (fluctuation effect) according to the result of the determination. ) And a predetermined light emitting means (starting opening lamp 75), the effect control means causes the display means to display the hold information (hold icon) corresponding to each of the determination information for which the determination has not been executed. At the same time, the information display (icon display) for displaying the hold information that started the game effect as execution information (the icon) and the execution information are different from the normal display mode (white icon) or the normal display mode. Execution information effect (icon change effect) that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying in one of the special display modes (special icon, specific icon), and the execution information is the special display mode (special (I.e., an icon, a specific icon) and a suggestive effect (effect effect by a character) suggesting the possibility of being displayed, and causing the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emitting mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode It is possible to execute a light emission effect (lamp light emission effect) and a notification effect (decision success effect, etc.) that suggests that the special game is to be executed. In the suggestion effect, the light emitting means is in the special light emission mode. It can be continuously executed for a predetermined period even after emitting light, and when the notification effect is executed as the game effect during execution of the light emission effect, the light emission effect is continued for a predetermined period even after execution of the notification effect. Then it is feasible. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the gaming state after the jackpot game is changed according to the type of jackpot game (jackpot special symbol) and the gaming state at the time of jackpot, but all jackpot games After the end, the gaming machine may be shifted to the high-accuracy short time gaming state, and when the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, the gaming machine may be shifted to the low-probability non-time short gaming state or the low-probability time short gaming state. In this case, regardless of the set value, the number of times of the variable display executed in the high-accuracy short time gaming state may be the same, or the change for each set value so that the continuation rate of the high probability short time gaming state is the same. The number of times of display may be set.

In addition, after all jackpot games have been completed, transition to a high-probability game state, and if you win the falling lottery that is executed at the start of the variable display of special symbols in the high-probability game state, the high-probability game state is terminated and normal It may be a gaming machine that returns to the gaming state.

In addition, when a game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the special winning opening in a specific round game of the jackpot game, it shifts to a high-accuracy-time short game state after the jackpot game and the game ball passes through the specific area. If not, it may be a gaming machine that shifts to the low-probability time short gaming state after the jackpot game is over.

Further, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are not executed at the same time (in parallel), but the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed. Although it is assumed that the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are executed simultaneously (in parallel), the gaming machine may be used.

The gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine, and the winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the activated line by the game using the medal (game medium) as the gaming value (the grant condition is satisfied). Also, the present invention can be used for a spinning-roller type gaming machine (so-called slot machine) capable of giving a player a predetermined amount of prize medal. Furthermore, it can be used for a ball game machine and an arrangement ball game machine.

It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplifications in all points and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown not by the above description but by the claims, and is intended to include meanings equivalent to the claims and all modifications within the scope.

1 Gaming Machine 5 Gaming Board 44 Universal Drawing Gate 45 First Starting Port 47 Second Starting Port 50 First Big Winning Port 53 Second Big Winning Port 70 First Image Display 71 Second Image Display 110 Main Control Board 110a Main CPU
120 payout control board 130 production control board 130a sub CPU

Claims (1)

In a gaming machine that can execute special games that are advantageous to players,
An acquisition means for acquiring the determination information based on the winning of the game medium in the starting area,
Determination means for determining whether to execute the special game based on the determination information,
A storage unit that stores the determination information that has not been determined,
Production control means for executing a game production according to the result of the determination,
With a model motif object in the game machine,
A predetermined light emitting means,
The object and the light emitting means are provided at a position corresponding to the starting area,
The effect control means,
Information display for displaying the hold information corresponding to each of the determination information of which the determination is not executed on the display means, and displaying the hold information for starting the game effect as execution information,
Execution information effect that suggests the possibility that the special game is executed by displaying the execution information in either a normal display mode or a special display mode different from the normal display mode,
It is possible to execute a light emission effect of causing the light emitting means to emit light in a special light emission mode in response to displaying the execution information in the special display mode,
A gaming machine, wherein the light emission effect can be ended before the execution information is erased in response to the end of the game effect.