JP2020120925A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To enhance an interest of a game in a game machine.SOLUTION: In game machine which includes game control means capable of executing a game and performance control means capable of executing a performance related to the game, and can generate a prescribed game state advantageous to a player when a result of the game becomes a prescribed result, there are provided: a display device capable of display related to the game; a plurality of start areas where game balls flowing a game area can pass or enter; and storage means which can store prescribed storage as a right to generate the prescribed game state when game balls pass or enter the start areas. The plurality of start areas are arranged so that one game ball can continuously pass or enter the plurality of start areas. The performance control device performs display related to the game on the display device when the prescribed game state starts or the prescribed storage is stored.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine having a game control means capable of executing a game and capable of generating a predetermined game state advantageous to a player when the result of the game is a predetermined result.

Conventionally, there has been a gaming machine capable of performing an effect with a plurality of ordinary electric auditors (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP, 2016-096933, A

However, the conventional gaming machine does not have a mode in which it is easy to continuously generate a hit, and there is room for improving the enjoyment of the game.

An object of the present invention is to improve the interest of a game in a game machine.

In a typical embodiment of the present invention, a game control means capable of executing a game and an effect control means capable of executing an effect associated with the game are provided, and when the result of the game is a predetermined result, In a gaming machine capable of generating a predetermined game state advantageous to a player, a display device capable of displaying a display related to the game, and a plurality of starting areas through which game balls flowing down the game area can pass or enter. , A storage means capable of storing a predetermined memory as a right of occurrence of the predetermined game state when a game ball passes or enters the start region, and the plurality of start regions is one game ball Is arranged such that it can pass or enter the plurality of starting areas continuously, and the effect control device is associated with the game on the display device when the predetermined game state is entered or when the predetermined memory is stored. Display the display.

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

It is the perspective view which looked at the game machine from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a front view of the game board of a modification. It is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a game control system of the gaming machine. It is the block diagram which shows the constitution example of the production control system of the game machine. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the first half part of main processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the latter half part of main processing. It is a flowchart which shows the procedure of a timer interruption process. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the game process in FIG. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of operation 1 switch monitoring processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of operation 1 switch common processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of Hoden 1 winning switch monitoring processing. FIG. 1 is a flowchart showing the procedure of ordinary processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the universal start 1 fluctuation start processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the processing during [Figure 1] change. It is a flowchart which shows the procedure of the process during a display in FIG. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of processing during fanfare in Figure 1 in general. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the inside processing per ordinary figure 1. It is an example of a timing chart when Hoden 1 operates. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of Hoden 1 remaining sphere processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the end processing per ordinary figure. 2 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the game process in FIG. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of operation 2 switch monitoring processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the podium 2 winning switch monitoring process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the procedure of ordinary processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the usual 2 fluctuation start processing. It is a table which shows the example of the hit probability of the usual figures 1-4. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the processing during [Figure 2] change. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the processing during display in [2]. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the middle-end processing in FIG. It is an example of a timing chart when Hoden 2-4 operates. It is a flowchart which shows the procedure of a normal electric ball 2 remaining sphere processing. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of end processing per ordinary figure 2. It is a flow chart which shows the procedure of the game process of FIG. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a procedure of game processing in FIG. It is an example (No. 1) of a timing chart when the game control device executes the variable display game in FIGS. It is an example (No. 2) of the timing chart when the game control device executes the variable display game in FIGS. It is a modification of a timing chart when the game control device executes the variable display game in FIGS. It is a front view of the game board of the 2nd modification. It is a perspective view of the universal figure starting gate of a modification. It is a figure which shows the external appearance of the game control apparatus of 2nd Embodiment. It is the front view which expanded a part of game control device of 2nd Embodiment. It is an enlarged view (back surface) of the pattern around the operation 1b switch connector of the game control device of the second embodiment as viewed from the back surface side. It is an enlarged view which expanded operation 1b switch connector circumference of the game control device of 2nd Embodiment. It is the front view which expanded a part of game control device of the modification of 2nd Embodiment. It is the enlarged view which expanded operation 1b switch connector circumference of the game control device of the modification of a 2nd embodiment.

[First Embodiment]
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The front, rear, left, and right in the description of the gaming machine refer to the direction viewed by the player who is playing the game.

[Overall view of gaming machines]
FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating a game machine.

The gaming machine 10 is provided with an opening/closing frame that is attached to a frame 11 fixed to the island equipment so as to be openable and closable via a hinge. The open/close frame includes a front frame 12 (main body frame) and a glass frame 15.

A game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is arranged on the front frame 12, and a glass frame 15 having a cover glass 14 for covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame 12. The cover glass 14 functions as a game visual recognition area that allows the game area 32 (see FIG. 2) formed on the game board 30 to be visually recognized.

The front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 can be individually opened. For example, the game area 32 of the game board 30 can be accessed by opening only the glass frame 15. Further, by opening the front frame 12 in a state where the glass frame 15 is not open, it is possible to access the game control device (main board) 100 (see FIG. 3) and the like arranged on the back surface side of the game board 30. You can

Various frame components are arranged at the edge of the glass frame 15 around the cover glass 14.

At the center and the left side of the upper part of the glass frame 15, decoration devices 18a and 18b capable of producing light according to the game state are arranged. The decoration devices 18a and 18b house illumination members such as LEDs inside and perform a light emission effect according to the gaming state. The illumination members arranged inside the decoration devices 18a and 18b form a part of the frame decoration device 18 (see FIG. 4).

Upper speakers 19a are arranged at the upper right corner and the upper left corner of the glass frame 15, respectively. In addition to these upper speakers 19a, two lower speakers 19b are provided in the lower part of the gaming machine 10. The lower speaker 19b is arranged in the lower left corner of the glass frame 15 and the lower right corner of the front frame 12. The upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b emit a sound effect, an alarm sound, a notification sound, and the like.

On the right side of the glass frame 15, a projecting effect unit 13 is provided that extends in the up-down direction of the gaming machine 10 and projects toward the front (player side). The protrusion effect unit 13 is an effect device that performs light emission effect or the like according to the progress state of the game. The lighting member arranged inside the projection effect unit 13 also constitutes a part of the frame decoration device 18 (see FIG. 4 ).

An upper plate unit having an upper plate 21 capable of storing game balls is attached to the lower portion of the glass frame 15. The upper plate 21 is formed in a box shape having an open top surface. The game balls stored in the upper plate 21 are supplied to a ball launching device (not shown) one by one.

The upper plate unit further includes an effect operation device that accepts an input operation from the player, a ball lending operation device that accepts an input operation from the player, and a decoration device 22 that performs a light emission effect or the like according to the game state. ..

The effect operation device is an operation device in which the touch panel 25b is incorporated in the effect button 25, and is provided at the center of the upper part of the upper plate unit so that the player can easily operate it.

When the player operates the effect operation device, it is possible to perform an effect in which the operation of the player is intervened in a variable display game (game) or the like. For example, a production pattern (production mode) can be selected. It should be noted that the variable display game includes a universal figure variable display game (general figures 1 to 4 variable display games), and when simply referred to as a variable display game, this specification refers to a universal figure variable display game. ..

In addition, the production pattern may be changed not only during execution of the variable display game but also during operation of the production operation device by the player.

By the way, when the variable display game is executed and hits, the gaming state becomes a special (predetermined) gaming state (predetermined gaming state). The special game state is, for example, a big hit state (special game state). In addition, the predetermined game state of the present embodiment is a game state in which the movable member 37b (general electric power lines 1 to 4) of each normal variation winning device 37 is operable. The normal gaming state (normal state) is a gaming state in which no special (predetermined) gaming state (predetermined gaming state, special gaming state) has occurred.

The ball lending operation device is an operation device operated by a player when borrowing a game ball, and is provided on the upper right side of the upper plate unit. The ball lending operation device includes a ball lending button 27, a return button 28, and a balance display unit 26. The ball lending button 27 is a button operated by the player when renting a game ball, and the return button 28 is for ejecting a prepaid card or the like from a card unit (not shown) arranged adjacent to the gaming machine 10. It is a button operated by the player. The balance display unit 26 is a display area in which the balance of a prepaid card or the like is displayed.

The decoration device 22 accommodates a lighting member such as an LED inside, and is a device for performing a light emission effect or the like according to a game state, and is provided in the front portion of the upper plate unit. The lighting member arranged inside the decoration device 22 constitutes a part of the frame decoration device 18 (see FIG. 4 ).

Below the glass frame 15 including the above-mentioned upper plate unit and the like, below the front frame 12, an operation handle 24 for controlling the operation of a ball launching device (not shown) and a game ball can be stored. A lower plate 23 is provided.

The operation handle 24 is disposed on the lower right side of the front frame 12 and below the lower speaker 19b on the right side. When the player turns the operation handle 24, the ball launching device launches the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 to the game area 32 of the game board 30. The launch speed of the game ball launched from the ball launch device is set to increase as the amount of rotational operation of the operation handle 24 increases. That is, the ball launching device can change the launching force, which is the force (speed) of launching the game ball into the game area, in response to the operation of the operation handle 24 by the player, and the game can be performed in various launching modes with different launching forces. You can fire a ball. The launch mode includes a middle hit (normal hit) aiming to let the game ball flow down to a predetermined area in the center of the game area 32, and a right hit which causes the game ball to flow down on the right side of the game area 32. It should be noted that the launch mode may include a left hit (normal hit) aiming to let the game ball flow down to a predetermined area on the left side of the game area 32.

The lower plate 23 is arranged below the upper plate unit at a predetermined distance from the upper plate unit. The lower plate 23 has a ball removal hole 23a that vertically penetrates the bottom surface of the lower plate 23, and an opening/closing operation portion 23b for opening and closing the ball removal hole 23a. When the player operates the opening/closing operation portion 23b to open the ball hole 23a, the game balls stored in the lower plate 23 can be discharged to the outside through the ball hole 23a.

[Game board]
Subsequently, the game board 30 of the game machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 2A. FIG. 2A is a front view of the game board 30 provided in the game machine 10.

As shown in FIG. 2A, the game board 30 includes a flat plate-shaped game board body 30a that serves as a mounting base for various members. The game board body 30a is made of wood or synthetic resin, and a game area 32 surrounded by a guide rail 31 is provided on the front surface of the game board body 30a. The gaming machine 10 is configured to shoot a game ball from a ball launching device in a game area 32 surrounded by a guide rail 31 to play a game. In the game area 32, windmills, obstacle nails, etc. are arranged as members for converting the flow direction of the game balls, and the launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by these members.

A little below the center of the game area 32, two normal symbol starting gates (universal symbol starting gates) 34 and ordinary symbol starting ports (general symbol starting ports) 34b are vertically (downward and downward direction of the game ball). They are provided in series (one row). Inside each of the two universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b, a gate switch (actuation 1a to 1n switch, SW) 34a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has passed is provided. There is. When the game ball hit in the game area 32 passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or enters the universal figure starting opening 34b, the universal figure 1 variable display game is executed.

In the approximate center of the game area 32, a plurality of obstacle nails 95a (nails, guide nails) are arranged, for example, in an annular shape at intervals where the game balls cannot pass. The plurality of obstacle nails 95a arranged in a ring function as a boundary that divides the central portion and the left and right of the game area 32.

A large number of obstacle nails 95b are densely arranged in the central portion of the game area 32, that is, inside the plurality of obstacle nails 95a arranged in an annular shape. Moreover, among the many obstacle nails 95b, the plurality of obstacle nails 95c arranged in two rows in the vertical direction guide the game ball to the upper universal figure starting gate 34. Below the center of the game area 32, two universal figure starting gates 34 and an ordinary figure starting port 34b, which are provided in series, are arranged, and a game ball is formed so as to be able to continuously pass between these members. A plurality of obstacle nails 95d for guiding the vehicle are provided. The plurality of obstacle nails 95d are flared toward the lower side in the shape of "C".

Above the center of the game area 32, there is provided a passage opening (passage opening entrance, entrance opening) 32a through which a game ball can pass to the inside of a plurality of annularly arranged obstacle nails 95a. The passage port 32a is formed by spacing some of the obstacle nails out of the plurality of obstacle nails 95a arranged in an annular shape so that the game balls can pass through. A switch capable of detecting the game ball passing through the passage port 32a is provided on the back side of the passage port 32a, and when the switch detects that the game ball has passed through the passage port 32a, the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b are operated. The effect control device 300 may be controlled so as to play a voice or sound. A large number of obstacle nails 95b (including a plurality of obstacle nails 95c) inside the plurality of obstacle nails 95a arranged in a ring pass through the upper universal figure starting gate 34 among the game balls that have passed through the passage opening 32a. Adjust the percentage of game balls.

In addition, among the plurality of obstacle nails 95a arranged in an annular shape, for example, an obstacle nail near the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37d) (for example, an obstacle nail shown by a broken line rectangular frame in FIG. 2A) is spaced. The second passage port 32b may be formed in the vicinity of the normal variation winning device 37. According to such an aspect, when the player right-hands to win the game ball to the normal variation winning device 37, the game ball is passed or won to the universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b. It becomes possible. Therefore, in the predetermined game state, it is possible to aim at the second hit and enhance the performance of the condominium, so that the interest of the game can be enhanced.

The general winning opening 35 is arranged in the lower left game area 32 of the center case 40, and the general winning opening 35 is also arranged in the lower right game area 32 of the center case 40. The winning of the game ball into the general winning opening 35 is detected by the winning opening switches (SW) 35a to 35n (see FIG. 3) provided in the general winning opening 35. Note that, instead of providing the universal figure starting port 34b below the center of the game area 32, a general winning port 35 may be provided.

On the right side of the game area 32, a plurality of (for example, four) normal variation winning devices 37 (37d to 37g) are provided. The normal variation winning device 37 includes a movable member (movable piece) 37b that is rotated in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the front side to convert the game ball into a state in which the game ball easily flows. When the movable member 37b is in the closed state, the game ball cannot normally win the variable winning device 37, or it is extremely difficult to win the game.

The movable member 37b is a so-called blade-type ordinary electric accessory, and is rotated via the universal solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) when the result of the universal figure variation display game is a predetermined stop display mode. The game ball is normally opened to change to an open state in which the game balls normally flow into the variable winning device 37 (an easy winning state advantageous to the player). The movable member 37b is controlled by the game control device 100 described later.

It should be noted that, without providing a plurality of normal variation winning devices 37, a starting winning opening (first starting winning area) 36 that gives a starting condition of the special figure variation display game to the game area 32 below the center case 40, and directly below it. Alternatively, only one normal variable winning device 37 having a second starting winning opening (second starting winning area) may be provided. In the gaming machine 10 in which only one normal variation winning device 37 is provided, when the game ball wins the starting winning opening 36 or the normal variation winning device 37, the special figure variation display game can be executed as an auxiliary game. ..

Further, in the gaming machine 10 in which only one normal variation winning device 37 is provided, for example, a special variation winning game having an attacker-type opening/closing door 39c for opening a special winning opening in the game area 32 at the lower right of the normal variation winning device 37. A device 39 can be provided. The special variation winning device 39 converts a state in which the special winning opening is closed (a closed state that is disadvantageous to the player) to an open state (a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player) according to the result of the special figure variation display game, and a big prize is awarded. By facilitating the inflow of the game ball into the mouth, a predetermined game value (prize ball) can be given to the player. In addition, inside the special winning opening, a count switch (special winning opening switch) is arranged as a detecting means for detecting the game ball that has entered the special winning opening. Further, a light emitting member that illuminates the special winning opening is disposed in or near the special winning opening.

When a gaming ball wins (wins) a general winning opening 35 and an ordinary variable winning device 37, the payout control device 200 (see FIG. 3) causes a number of winning balls according to the type of the winning opening from the paying device. Discharge to the upper plate 21. In addition, when the game ball passes or enters the two universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b, the payout control device 200 (see FIG. 3) may or may not provide a prize ball. Further, at the bottom of the game area 32, an outlet 30b for collecting game balls that have not won a prize is provided.

Further, a collective display device 50 for executing the universal figure changing display game is provided at the lower right corner of the game board body 30a outside the game area 32. The collective display device 50 includes display units 53 to 57 that display information such as the current game state.

The collective display device 50 includes four types of variation display portions 53 (general figure indicators, lamps D1, D2, D10, and D18) for universal figure variation display games, and the number of starting (holding) memories for each universal figure variation display game. And a storage display unit for notification (universal figure 1 hold indicator 56a, ordinary figure 2 hold indicator 56b, ordinary figure 3 hold indicator 56c, ordinary figure 4 hold indicator 56d). The ordinary display 1 hold indicator 56a is composed of lamps D15a and D16a. The ordinary FIG. 2 hold indicator 56b includes lamps D15b and D16b. The ordinary display 3c indicator 56c includes lamps D15c and D16c. The ordinary FIG. 4 hold indicator 56d includes lamps D15d and D16d. On the universal figure display 53, the variable display game is executed by a variable display (blinking) in which the lamps D1, D2, D10, and D18 are repeatedly turned on and off.

In addition, the collective display device 50, the first game state display unit 57 (first game state indicator, lamp) for notifying that it is right-handed (when right-handed) or medium-handed (normal) D8) are provided.

The variable display section 53 for the universal figure variable display game may be configured by four 7-segment type display devices (LED lamps) or the like. When the variable display section 53 is a 7-segment type display, the variable display game is executed by a variable display in which identification information (for example, the central segment) is repeatedly turned on and off (blinking). The variable display unit 53 is not limited to such a segment-type display unit, and may be configured by an aggregate of a plurality of LEDs, and when performing variable display, all variable display units are provided as indicators. All lights are turned on and off by LEDs (simultaneous blinking of all LEDs), cyclic lighting (lights from one of the LEDs is turned on and off in a predetermined order at predetermined time intervals), or a predetermined number of LEDs among a plurality of LEDs It may be carried out by turning on/off (blinking) or by circulating lighting.

Next, the flow of the game in the gaming machine 10 and the details of the universal figure variation display game will be described.

In the gaming machine 10, a game is played by launching a game ball toward a game area 32 from a ball launching device (not shown). The launched game ball flows down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by obstacle nails and windmills arranged in various places in the game area 32, and the normal figure starting port 34b, the general winning opening 35, or a normal fluctuation. The player wins or wins a prize in the winning device 37, or flows into the outlet 30b provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area 32. Then, when the game balls are won in the general winning opening 35 or the ordinary variable winning device 37, the number of winning balls according to the type of the winning opening is discharged to the upper plate 21 via the payout device.

The universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting port 34b are respectively provided with operation 1a to 1n switches 34a (gate switch, see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has passed through the universal figure starting gate 34. When the game ball passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or enters the universal figure starting port 34b (or wins), it is detected by the operation 1a to 1n switch 34a, and the determination result of the random number value for hit determination extracted at this time Based on the above, the general figure variation display game (general figure 1 variation display game) is executed.

The general figure fluctuation display game (general figure 1 variable display game) cannot be started, for example, one of the general figure fluctuation display games (general figures 1 to 4 variable display game) has already been played, and Is not finished, or the result of the universal figure variation display game is a win, the movable member 37b (Hoden 1 to 4) of one of the ordinary variation winning apparatuses 37 (ordinary variation winning apparatuses 37d to 37g) is opened. When the game sphere passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or enters the universal figure starting opening 34b (or wins) when it is converted to the state, the number of starting figure 1 starting memory (universal figure 1 hold) is the upper limit number. If it is less than, the memory number is added (+1).

Random values for hit determination for deciding the hit/miss of the general figure variation display game are stored in the general figure starting memories (general figures 1 to 4 starting memories (general figures 1 to 4 hold)). When the random number for hit determination coincides with the determination value, the general figure variable display game is a hit and a specific result mode (specific result) is derived.

The general figure fluctuation display game is executed by the general figure display device 53 provided in the collective display device 50. The ordinary figure display 53 is composed of LEDs that indicate a hit when the normal identification information (universal figure) is in the lighted state and a deviation when the light is in the off state. By blinking the LED, the ordinary figure information is changed. The result is displayed by turning on or off the LED after a predetermined variable display time has elapsed.

As shown in FIG. 2B, each normal variation winning device 37 may be provided with a 7-segment type display (LED lamp), and the normal identification information may be variably displayed on the display.

FIG. 2B is a front view of the game board 30 of the modified example.

When the universal figure random number value extracted at the time of passing the universal figure starting gate 34 or entering the universal figure starting port 34b is a hit value, the ordinary symbol displayed on the figure indicator 53 is stopped in a hit state, and hits. It becomes a state. At this time, by driving the universal solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) of the regular variation winning device 37d, the movable member 37b (universal 1) of the regular variation winning device 37d is kept for a predetermined time (for example, 5500 msec or 1900 msec). The game ball is converted to the open state, and the game balls are allowed to be won in the normal variation winning device 37d.

The winning of the game ball to the normal variation winning device 37 (37d to 37g) is detected by the operation 2 to 5 switches 39a (see FIG. 3). The game ball that has won the normal variable winning device 37d is detected as a starting winning ball of the universal figure changing display game, and is stored as a universal figure starting memory (general figure 2 hold) up to a predetermined upper limit.

The gaming ball that has won the ordinary variation winning device 37e is detected as the starting winning ball of the ordinary variation winning device 37f, and the gaming ball that has won the ordinary variation winning device 37f is detected as the starting winning ball of the ordinary variation winning device 37f. Each of them is stored as a universal figure 3 starting memory (universal figure 3 hold) or a universal figure 4 starting memory (universal figure 4 hold) up to a predetermined upper limit number.

The game control device 100 executes the universal figure 2-4 variable display game based on the winning of the ordinary variable prize winning devices 37d to 37f or the ordinary figure 2-4 start memory (general figure 2-4 hold).

Note that the game balls that have won the normal variation winning device 37g are detected by the operation 5 switch 39a, but are not stored as the universal figure starting memory, but are used for paying out the prize balls and for the later-described Poden 4 count.

When the game ball is passed through the universal figure starting gate 34 or the game ball is entered or won in the universal figure starting opening 34b or the normal variation winning device 37 at a predetermined timing (when the ball or winning is detected) When the random number value (the random numbers 1 to 4) is a winning value, the variation display unit 53 (general figure indicator, lamps D1, D2, D10, D18) determines a predetermined value as a result of the generic figure variation display game ( The specific result mode (predetermined result mode) is derived, and the winning state (predetermined game state) is set. Correspondingly, when the normal variation winning device 37 is provided with a 7-segment type display as shown in FIG. 2B, the display mode of the display is a predetermined result mode (for example, "7"). Odd number). In addition, you may make it display on the indicator of each normal change winning a prize device 37 the number of general-purpose figures 1-4 starting memory (general figures 1-4 reservation).

At this time, in the corresponding normal variation winning device 37, the movable member 37b (Hoden 1 to 4) is opened by energizing the Hoden 1 to 4 solenoids 37c (see FIG. 3), so that the winning opening is predetermined. The closed state is converted to the open state for a time (for example, 5500 msec or 1900 msec). That is, the winning opening provided in the corresponding normal variation winning device 37 is widened until a predetermined time or a predetermined number of game balls are won, and during this period, the player is provided with a privilege that many game balls can be acquired. To be done.

The variable display section 53 (general display indicator) is configured as a separate display for each universal figure variable display game (general figures 1 to 4 variable display games), but is configured as the same indicator. You may. In addition, it is set so that the general-purpose figure variable display games are not executed at the same time. In addition, the universal figure 4 variable display game is executed with priority over the universal figure 1-3 variable display games, and the universal figure 3 variable display game is executed with higher priority than the universal figure 1, 2 variable display games. The 2 variable display game is executed with priority over the normal 1 variable display game.

In addition, although not particularly limited, the operation 2 to 5 switches 39a, the operations 1a to 1n switches 34a, the winning opening switch 35a and the switches provided on the back side of the passage opening 32a in the normal variable winning device 37 include: A non-contact magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter, referred to as a proximity switch) is used which includes a magnetic detection coil and utilizes a phenomenon that a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil to detect a game ball. Further, the glass frame open detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 of the gaming machine 10 or the front frame open detection switch 64 (main frame open detection switch) provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 is a machine. Microswitches with specific contacts can be used.

[Game control device]
FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a game control system of the gaming machine 10. The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100 (main board), and the game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that controls a game in a centralized manner, and includes a game microcomputer (hereinafter, game microcomputer and CPU section 110 having an input port 111, an input section 120 having an input port, an output section 130 having an output port and a driver, and a data bus 140 connecting the CPU section 110, the input section 120 and the output section 130. And so on.

The CPU unit 110 includes a gaming microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator, and generates a CPU operation clock, a timer interrupt, and a reference clock for a random number generation circuit. It has an oscillating circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 and the like. A DC voltage of a predetermined level such as DC32V, DC12V, or DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 is supplied to the game control device 100 and electronic parts such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 to be operable. To be done.

The power supply device 400 includes a normal power supply unit 410 including an ACDC converter that generates a DC voltage of 32V DC from an AC power supply of 24V and a DC-DC converter that generates a DC voltage of a lower level such as DC 12V and DC 5V from a voltage of 32V DC. , A backup power supply unit 420 for supplying a power supply voltage to the RAM inside the game microcomputer 111 at the time of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit, and a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal for informing the game control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of the power failure. And a control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs a control signal.

In the present embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply part 420 and the control signal generation part 430 are on separate substrates or integrated with the game control device 100, that is, the main. It may be configured to be provided on the substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are subject to replacement when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on a board different from the power supply apparatus 400 or the main board as in the embodiment. By providing it, the cost can be reduced by removing it from the replacement target.

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

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

In addition, the game control device 100 (main board) includes a setting key switch 93. The setting key switch 93 is turned on by the rotation operation of the operator or the like to make the probability setting value (setting value) corresponding to the setting relating to the game condition (game) changeable. The RAM initialization switch 112 can also be used as a set value change switch that can change the probability set value according to the operation of the operator. In the present embodiment, the probability setting value is a setting value for setting a winning probability (such as a hit probability, a big hit probability or a small hit probability (only when there is a small hit) of a universal figure variation display game). Other game conditions (production etc.) other than the above can be changed according to the probability setting value. The setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 constitute setting changing means (setting changing device 42) capable of changing the setting (probability setting value) relating to the game condition. It should be noted that instead of the RAM initialization switch 112, another switch may also serve as the set value change switch, or a dedicated set value change switch may be provided exclusively.

Since the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are provided on the game control device 100 inside the gaming machine 10, the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are arranged at positions (operational positions) that cannot be operated unless the front frame 12 (main body frame) is opened. To be done. That is, a general player cannot access and operate the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112.

As will be described later, when the power of the gaming machine 10 is turned on (power recovery, power restoration), the gaming machine 10 sets the probability setting value according to the ON/OFF state of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112. It is possible to shift to various states such as a changeable setting variable state (setting change state, setting change mode) and a setting confirmation state (setting confirmation mode) in which the probability setting value can be confirmed.

In the present embodiment, the probability setting value is defined, for example, in six stages, and the probability setting value 1 (setting 1), the probability setting value 2 (setting 2), the probability setting value 3 (setting 3), and the probability setting value 4 (setting). 4), probability setting value 5 (setting 5), and probability setting value 6 (setting 6). Generally, setting 1 is the most unfavorable setting for the player and setting 6 is the most unfavorable setting for the player. Settings 1 and 2 are low settings, settings 3 and 4 are intermediate settings (intermediate settings), and settings 5 and 6 are high settings.

In the probability setting changing process, each time the operator presses the RAM initialization switch 112, the work setting value (setting) in the work setting value area is set to 0 (setting 1, probability setting 1)→ Setting value 1 (Setting 2, probability setting value 2) → Setting value 2 (Setting 3, probability setting value 3) → Setting value 3 (Setting 4, probability setting value 4) → Setting value 4 (Setting 5, probability setting value 5) )→setting value 5 (setting 6, probability setting value 6)→setting value 0 (setting 1)→setting value 1 (setting 2)→... In this way, the RAM initialization switch 112 also functions as a set value change switch. For convenience of explanation, the work setting values 0 to 5 are provided corresponding to the probability setting values 1 to 6 in the setting changing state (setting changing mode), but the work setting value and the probability setting value are the same. They may be treated as the same in the numerical range (that is, 0 to 5 or 1 to 6) (the working setting value and the probability setting value are set to the same numerical value).

Note that the probability setting value may be changed by rotating the setting key switch 93 to a predetermined position instead of operating the RAM initialization switch 112 (setting value changing switch). The probability setting value is not limited to 6 levels. The display probability setting value corresponding to the selected work setting value of 0 to 5 is, for example, a 4-digit 7-segment type (8-segment type including the dot Dp) display device 152. Etc. are displayed.

The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111a, a read-only ROM (read only memory) 111b, and a RAM (random access memory) 111c that can be read and written at any time.

The ROM 111b stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, judgment values of various random numbers, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner. The RAM 111c is used as a work area of the CPU 111a and a storage area for various signals and random number values at the time of game control, stores information about games (game information), and stores and retains the stored information even when a power failure occurs. It becomes a holding storage means capable of An electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used as the ROM 111b or the RAM 111c.

Further, the ROM 111b stores, for example, a public figure fluctuation pattern setting information table (general figures 1 to 4 fluctuation pattern setting information table) for determining a fluctuation pattern (variation mode) that defines the execution time of the general figure fluctuation display game. I remember. The universal figure variation pattern setting information table is a table for the CPU 111a to determine the variation pattern by referring to the universal figure variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as starting memory. Further, the universal pattern variation pattern setting information table includes a deviation variation pattern table selected when the result is a loss, a hit variation pattern table selected when the result is a hit, and the like.

The CPU 111a executes the game control program in the ROM 111b to generate a control signal (command) for the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300, or generate and output a drive signal for a solenoid or a display device to output the game machine. Control of the whole 10 is performed. Although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 uses a random number generation circuit for generating a variation pattern random number for determining a hit random number for determining the hit of the universal figure variation display game, and an oscillation circuit 113. A clock generator that generates a clock that gives a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 msec (millisecond)) to the CPU 111a or an update timing of the random number generation circuit based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal) of 1 is provided.

Further, the CPU 111a acquires any one of a plurality of general figure fluctuation pattern setting information tables stored in the ROM 111b in the processing related to the general figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111a selects any one of a plurality of universal figure variation pattern setting information tables based on the game result (hit or miss) of the universal figure variation display game, the number of starting memories, and the like. And get it. Here, the CPU 111a serves as a variation distribution information acquisition unit that acquires any one of the plurality of general figure variation pattern setting information tables stored in the ROM 111b when executing the general figure variation display game.

The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and drives the payout motor 91 of the payout unit according to the prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100 to win the prize ball. Control for paying out. Further, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor 91 of the payout unit based on a ball payout request signal from the card unit 600, and performs control for paying out the ball.

In the input section 120 of the game control device 100, a radio wave sensor 62 (board radio wave sensor) for detecting the emission of radio waves to the gaming machine, the operation 1a to 1n switches 34a of the universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b, and normal fluctuations It is connected to the operation 2-5 switches 39a in the winning device 37 and the winning opening switch 35a of the general winning opening 35, and a negative logic signal such as a high level of 11V and a low level of 7V supplied from these switches is input. , 0V-5V positive logic signals are provided in the interface chip (proximity I/F) 121.

Further, the interface chip (proximity I/F) 121 is connected to the remaining ball discharge port switch 73 and the out ball detection switch 74. The remaining ball discharge port switch 73 detects a game ball that has passed through the remaining ball discharge port for discharging the game ball from the normal variation winning device 37. The out ball detection switch 74 may detect only the game ball passing through the out opening 30b, or may detect all the game balls that have been shot in the game area and finished the game.

The output of the proximity I/F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123, the third input port 124, or the fourth input port 126 and read by the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Of the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signals of the operation 1a to 1n switches 34a, the operation 2 to 5 switches 39a, and the winning opening switch 35a are input to the third input port 124.

Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signal of the radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when the abnormality of the sensor or the switch is detected are input to the second input port 123.

Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signal of the remaining ball discharge port switch 73 or the out ball detection switch 74 is input to the fourth input port 126.

Further, in the second input port 123, a detection signal from a magnetic sensor switch 61 for fraud detection provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 or the like, a glass frame open detection provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 or the like. A signal from a front frame open detection switch 64 (main frame open detection switch) provided on the switch 63, the front frame 12 (main frame), etc., and a signal from a vibration sensor 65 that detects vibration of the gaming machine 10 are input. ..

Further, the second input port 123 takes in the setting key switch signal from the setting key switch 93 and supplies it to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140.

Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the output to the third input port 124 is also supplied from the game control device 100 to the test shot test device (not shown) via the relay board 70. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signals of the operation 1a to 1n switch 34a and the operation 2 to 5 switch 39a are configured to be input to the game microcomputer 111 as well as the third input port 124. ..

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

The data held by the third input port 124 is read by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the third input port 124 to assert the enable signal CE2 (change to a valid level). be able to. The same applies to the second input port 123, the fourth input port 126, and the first input port 122 described later.

Further, to the input unit 120, a frame radio wave incorrect signal output from the payout control device 200, a payout busy signal, a status signal indicating a payout abnormality, a shoot ball out switch signal indicating a shortage of game balls before payout, and an overflow are shown. A first input port 122 that receives an overflow switch signal, a touch switch signal based on an input of a touch switch provided on the operation handle 24, and a signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 and supplies the signal to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Is provided. The overflow switch signal is a signal output when it is detected that the game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 at a predetermined amount or more (full). The frame radio wave incorrect signal is a signal output based on the detection of radio waves by the frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12 (main body frame), and whether the payout busy signal is in a state in which the payout control device 200 can receive a command. This is a signal indicating whether or not.

Further, the input section 120 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 125 for inputting signals such as a power failure monitoring signal and a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 and the like, and the Schmitt buffer 125 receives these input signals. It has a function to remove noise from. The power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 is once input to the first input port 122, and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the above-mentioned various switches. This is because the number of terminals provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 for receiving signals from the outside is limited.

On the other hand, the reset signal RST from which the noise is removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is directly input to the reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is also supplied to each port of the output unit 130. In addition, the reset signal RST is directly output to the relay board 70 without passing through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test shot test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test shot test apparatus. Is configured.

In addition, the reset signal RST may be configured to be output to the test shot test device via the relay board 70. The reset signal RST is not supplied to the ports 122, 123, 124 of the input section 120. The data set to each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RST is input needs to be reset in order to prevent a malfunction of the system, but each of the input units 120 is input immediately before the reset signal RST is input. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded by resetting the gaming microcomputer 111.

The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmitt buffer 132 arranged on a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication path from the gaming microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. It should be noted that one-way communication is performed so that no signal can be input from the effect control device 300 side to the game control device 100.

Further, the output unit 130 outputs, via the relay board 70, data that informs the test-firing test device of an accredited organization (not shown) that informs the information of the universal figure variation display game and a signal that indicates the probability of winning, to the output unit 130. The buffer 133 to perform is configured to be mountable. The buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on the game control device (main board) of the pachinko gaming machine, which is an actual machine (mass-production product) installed in the game shop. A detection signal of a switch that does not need to be processed, such as an operation switch output from the proximity I/F 121, is supplied to the test-inspection test device via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

On the other hand, a detection signal such as the magnetic sensor switch 61 or the board radio wave sensor 62 that cannot be supplied to the test-shooting test device as it is is once taken into the game microcomputer 111 and processed into another signal or information, for example, a game machine An error signal indicating the uncontrollable state is supplied from the data bus 140 to the test-inspection test apparatus via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70.

The relay board 70 is provided with a port for receiving the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplying the signal to the test-shooting test apparatus, a connector for relaying and transmitting the signal line of the detection signal of the switch that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. There is. The chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selectively controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test-shooting test apparatus.

In addition, the output unit 130 is provided with a second output port 134 for outputting opening/closing data of a solenoid (general electric power solenoid 1 to 4 solenoid) 37c which is connected to the data bus 140 and opens the normal variation winning device 37. ..

Also, the output unit 130 has a third output port 135 for outputting ON/OFF data of the segment line to which the anode terminal of the LED is connected according to the content displayed on the collective display device 50, and the collective display device 50. The fourth output port 136 for outputting ON/OFF data of the digit line connected to the cathode terminal of the LED is provided.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a fifth output port 137 for outputting information about the gaming machine 10 such as winning information to the external information terminal 71. The external information terminal 71 is provided with a photo relay and can be connected to, for example, an external device (such as an information collecting terminal or an amusement hall internal management device (hall computer)) installed in a game store, and information related to the gaming machine 10 is externally transmitted. It can be supplied to the device. Further, a firing permission signal is also output from the fifth output port 137 to the payout control device 200 via the Schmitt buffer 132.

Further, the output unit 130 includes a first driver (driving circuit) 138a and a third driver (driving circuit) 138a that generate and output a solenoid drive signal in response to the opening/closing data signal of the universal electric power solenoids 1 to 4 solenoid 37c output from the second output port 134. The second driver 138b that outputs the ON/OFF drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 that is output from the output port 135, and the current drawing side of the collective display device 50 that is output from the fourth output port 136. A third driver 138c that outputs an ON/OFF drive signal for the digit line and a fourth driver 138d that outputs an external information signal supplied from the fifth output port 137 to an external device such as a management device to the external information terminal 71 are provided. There is.

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

The second driver 138b that outputs 12V causes a current to flow into the anode terminal of the LED through the segment line, and the third driver 138c that outputs the ground potential draws a current from the cathode terminal through the digit line, thereby providing a dynamic driving method. The power supply voltage flows to the LEDs sequentially selected in step S3, and the LEDs are turned on. The fourth driver 138d, which outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal 71, is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. The buffer 133, the second output port 134, the first driver 138a, etc. may be provided on the output board 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code of each gaming machine and a program to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be able to communicate with each other so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 by serial communication. Since the data transmission/reception is performed using the serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 as in the case of a general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as the input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided.

Further, the output unit 130 receives the serial data (control data, lighting pattern data, character code (character code), etc.) output from the second output port 134, and displays the performance display device 152 (status display device). A driver 150 for driving is provided. In the present embodiment, the performance display device 152 is composed of a plurality (four) of 7-segment type (8-segment type including the dot Dp) indicators (LED lamps), and the driver 150 is an LED driver. It is not limited to.

The performance display device 152 is provided on the game control device 100 (main board), but may be provided at another place. For example, the performance display device 152 can display, as a performance display, a display probability setting value, a character ratio, a ball output rate, and the number of discharged balls.

Here, the number of discharged balls is the number of game balls discharged from the game area 32 (also referred to as the number of out balls), the number of game balls that have passed through the winning opening (the number of winnings) and the game that has passed through the out opening 30b. It is the sum of the number of spheres. The number of discharged balls can be acquired by counting the signal of the out-ball detecting switch 74 or the like. In the present embodiment, the winning openings include a general winning opening 35 and an ordinary variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning devices 37d to 37g).

The payout rate is a ratio (ratio) of the total number of prize balls to the number of discharged balls (or the number of shot balls), and is calculated by (number of acquired balls/number of discharged balls)×100(%). That is, the payout rate is the number of acquired balls (the total number of prize balls) per 100 discharged balls.

For example, the prize ratio is a normal variable winning out of the total number of prize balls (the total number of prize balls) obtained by winning the prize hole in a predetermined period (for example, from turning on the game machine 10 to the present). It is the ratio (%) of the number of prize balls (the number of acquired balls for each character) obtained by winning the device 37 (=so-called continuous character ratio).

[Production control device]
Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 (sub-board) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram of an effect control system of the gaming machine 10.

The production control device 300 is for displaying an image on the display device 41 according to a command and data from the main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 including an amusement chip (IC) and the main control microcomputer 311 like the game microcomputer 111. A VDP (Video Display Processor) 312 as a graphic processor for performing the image processing and a sound source LSI 314 for controlling the output of sound for reproducing various melodies and sound effects from the speaker 19.

The main control microcomputer 311 has a program ROM 321, which is a PROM (programmable read only memory) that stores programs executed by the CPU and various data, a RAM 322 that provides a work area, and retains stored contents even when power is not supplied during a power failure. A possible FeRAM 323 and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 338 which is a time counting means for generating information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day, day of the week, etc.) are connected. A RAM for providing a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311.

A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, determines the effect contents and instructs the VDP 312 on the contents of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 to give a reproduced sound, lights a decoration lamp, and drives the motor. Performs processing such as drive control of solenoids and control of production time.

The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a for providing a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging and reducing an image. Further, the VDP 312 has an image ROM 325 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used for expanding and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325. ) 326 is connected.

Although not particularly limited, data is transmitted and received between the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 in a parallel manner. By transmitting and receiving data in parallel, it is possible to transmit commands and data in a shorter time than in the case of serial transmission.

From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC for synchronizing the image of the display device 41 and the lighting of the decorative lamp provided on the glass frame 15 or the game board 30, a synchronization signal for giving a data transmission timing. STS is input. It should be noted that the VDP 312 notifies the main control microcomputer 311 that it is in a state of waiting for reception of interrupt signals INT0 to INT and commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as completion of drawing in the VRAM. A wait signal WAIT and the like are also input.

The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by the LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method. Video data, a horizontal synchronization signal HSYNC, and a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313, and the image generated by the VDP 312 is sent to the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313. It can be displayed. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, the display device 41 is not provided on the game board 30, but the display device 41 may be provided, for example, on the left side or the center of the game area 32. .. In this case, the display device 41 is provided behind the obstacle nail 95b or at a position not overlapping the obstacle nail 95b so that the plurality of obstacle nails 95b cannot be invisible by the display device 41. In addition, a movable accessory that can move around the game board 30 may be provided, and the display device 41 may be installed on the movable accessory. By providing the display device 41 in this manner, the player can visually recognize how to hit (right instruction), the number of consecutive hits (number of consecutive games), the current number of consecutive games and number of hits, and the like. It is possible to display the number of memory for starting the universal figure (the number of retained individual figures), the number of acquired balls, and the like.

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

Further, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I/F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. Via the command I/F 331, commands such as the number of holdings and fluctuations transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 are received as effect control command signals (effect commands). The production control device 300 executes the production corresponding to the production control command signal (production command). Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC5V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC3.3V, the command I/F 331 is provided with a signal level conversion function. There is.

In addition, in the effect control device 300, a board decoration LED control circuit 332 for driving and controlling the board decoration device 46 having an LED (light emitting diode) provided in the game board 30 (including the center case 40) and the glass frame 15 are provided. A frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 or the like) having an LED (light emitting diode) provided, and a board effect provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect movable body control circuit 334 is provided for driving and controlling the device 44 (for example, a movable accessory that enhances effect effects in cooperation with effect display on the display device 41). The board decoration device 46 may include the lamp display device 80 described above.

These control circuits 332 to 334 that drive and control the lamps, motors, solenoids, etc. are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via the address/data bus 340. A frame effect movable body control circuit for driving and controlling a frame effect device such as a motor provided in the glass frame 15 may be provided.

Further, in the effect control device 300, an effect button switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the glass frame 15, a touch panel 25b provided on the surface of the effect button 25, and a motor in the board effect device 44. A function of detecting the on/off state of the performance accessory switch 47 (production motor switch) for detecting the initial position and the like and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311, and a volume control switch provided in the production control device 300. A switch input circuit 336 for detecting the state of 335 and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 is provided.

The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 supplies a direct-current voltage of a desired level to the effect control device 300 having the above-described configuration and electronic components controlled by the same, and thus drives a motor and a solenoid. DC32V, a display device 41 including a liquid crystal panel, DC12V for driving a motor and an LED, DC5V serving as a power supply voltage for the command I/F 331, and a voltage of DC15V for driving a motor, an LED and a speaker. Is configured to.

Furthermore, when an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3V or 1.2V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, DC- for generating DC3.3V or DC1.2V based on DC5V is used. A DC converter is provided in effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

The reset signal generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to put the device in the reset state. Further, in the form of being output from the main control microcomputer 311, the VDP 312 (VDPRESET signal), the sound source LSI 314, the amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRRESET signal) that drives the speaker, and the control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET that drive and control the lamp and the motor). Signals) to put them in a reset state. In addition, the production control device 300 is connected to a cooling FAN 45 that cools each part of the gaming machine 10, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven when the production control device 300 is powered on.

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described. The CPU 111a of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 is based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the operation 1a to 1n switch 34a provided in the universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b (start figure) 1 start memory, start memory, normal figure 1 hold), and based on the common figure 1 start memory, a random number for hit determination of the general figure is extracted and compared with the judgment value stored in the ROM 111b. Fig. 1 It is determined whether or not the variable display game is missed.

Then, the variation display section 53 (general figure indicator) variably displays the identification symbol for a predetermined time, and then displays the universal figure variation display game which is stopped and displayed. When the result of the universal figure variation display game is a hit, a special result mode is displayed on the variation display section 53, and the corresponding Poden 1-4 solenoids 37c are operated to move the movable member 37b of the ordinary variation winning device 37. The opening control is performed for a predetermined time (for example, 5500 msec or 1900 msec) as described above. That is, the game control device 100 serves as conversion control execution means for performing conversion control of the conversion member (movable member 37b). When the result of the universal figure variation display game is off, control is performed to display the result mode of the off on the variation display unit 53.

In addition, based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the operation 2-5 switch 39a provided in the normal variation winning device 37, the general memory of 2-4 starting memory (starting memory, general memory of 2-4 holding) is stored, Based on the public figures 2 to 4 starting memory, a random number for hit determination of the corresponding general figure 2 to 4 variable display game is extracted and compared with the judgment value stored in the ROM 111b, and the general figure 2 to 4 variable display is performed. Determine if the game has missed.

Then, the CPU 111a of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination result of the universal figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, the variation display section 53 (general figure indicator) variably displays the identification symbol for a predetermined time, and then displays the universal figure variation display game which is stopped and displayed. In other words, the game control device 100 passes or enters (or wins) a game ball that flows down the game area 32 to the universal figure starting area (the universal figure starting gate 34, the universal figure starting opening 34b) or the start winning area ( It constitutes a game control means for controlling the progress of the universal figure variation display game based on the winning of the regular variation winning device 37).

Further, the effect control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, performs the process of setting the effect state, outputting sounds from the speakers 19a and 19b, and controlling the light emission of various LEDs. That is, the effect control device 300 constitutes an effect control means for controlling the effect related to the game (variable display game, etc.).

Then, the CPU 111a of the game control device 100, when the result of the universal figure variation display game is a hit, displays a predetermined result mode on the variable display section 53 (public figure display device) and causes a predetermined game state to occur. In the process of generating the predetermined game state, the CPU 111a opens the movable member 37b (Hoden 1 to 4) of the corresponding normal variation winning apparatus 37 by using the Hoden 1 to 4 solenoids 39b, and the normal variation winning apparatus 37, for example. The control that enables the inflow of game balls into the inside is performed.

Then, a predetermined number (for example, 4 or 6) of game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37, or a predetermined openable time (for example, 5500 msec or 1900 msec) elapses from the opening of the movable member 37b. Opening the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 until one of the conditions is achieved is defined as one round (R), and this is a predetermined number of rounds (the number of times the figure is reserved (for example, 4 or 6 times)). Perform control (cycle game) to continue (repeat). That is, the game control device 100 constitutes a movable member opening/closing control means for controlling the opening/closing of the movable member 37b when the stop result mode becomes the predetermined result mode. Further, when the result of the predetermined variation display game is off, control is performed to display the result mode of the off on the variation display unit 53 (general display).

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate the predetermined game state again after the end of the predetermined game state, based on the general-purpose FIG. 1 start-up memory (general-use 1 hold) (a predetermined game state condominium). In the game in the predetermined game state, the same game as the first predetermined game state is repeated for the second time and thereafter. For example, as shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, the two universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting ports 34b are arranged vertically, so that one gaming ball can easily pass or win these. It is possible to repeat the predetermined game state three times by generating the memory for starting up the universal figure 1 (holding for the universal figure 1) three times (three consecutive holidays).

[Transition state when power is turned on]
As described above, depending on the on/off state of the RAM initialization switch 112 and the setting key switch 93 when the power is turned on, the state shifts to four states (modes).

When the RAM initialization switch 112 and the setting key switch 93 are turned on when the power is turned on, the probability setting value (setting value) is changed to a setting changeable state (setting change state, setting change mode). (See A1027-A1036 in FIG. 5B).

Next, when the setting key switch 93 is turned on but the RAM initialization switch 112 is turned off when the power is turned on, the state shifts to a setting confirmation state (setting confirmation mode) in which the probability setting value can be confirmed (Fig. 5B, A1031-A1036).

If the setting key switch 93 is off but the RAM initialization switch 112 is on when the power is turned on, the RAM initialization state (RAM clear mode) is entered and the RAM initialization process (RAM clear) is performed. (Processing) is executed and the RAM 111c is initialized (see A1042-1044 in FIG. 5B).

When the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are off when the power is turned on, the normal power recovery state (normal power recovery mode) is entered, and the power is simply restored.

[Control of game control device]
Hereinafter, control of a gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, the control executed by the gaming microcomputer (gaming microcomputer) 111 of the gaming control device 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 6 which is performed in a predetermined time cycle (for example, 4 msec).

[Main processing (game control device)]
First, the main process will be described. 5A and 5B are flowcharts showing a procedure of main processing by the game control device 100. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In the flowchart of the process executed by the game control device 100, the code (number) of the step is expressed as "A***".

As shown in FIG. 5A, when starting the main process, the game control device 100 first executes a process of prohibiting interruption (A1001). Further, a stack pointer setting process for setting the stack pointer which is the top address of the area for saving the value of the register or the like when an interrupt occurs (A1002).

Then, register bank 0 is designated as the register bank to be used (A1003), and the upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (A1004). For example, when the RAM address is in the range of 0000h to 01FFh, 00h is set as the upper address.

Next, the game control device 100 outputs a signal for prohibiting firing (stop firing) and sets the firing permission signal to the prohibited state (A1005). The firing permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a firing prohibition signal, and the firing of the game ball is prohibited. After that, the game control device 100 reads the states of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 (A1006). That is, the signals from the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are read.

Further, the game control device 100 sets a power supply delay timer (A1007). By setting a predetermined initial value in the power supply delay timer, a program of sub-control means (for example, payout control device 200 or effect control device 300) that performs various controls according to instructions from the game control device 100 that is the main control means. A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for the normal startup is set. As a result, when the power is turned on, the command is sent to the slave control device before the game control device 100 starts up and the slave control devices (for example, the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300) start up, and the slave control device. Can avoid dropping commands. That is, the game control device 100 delays the activation of the main control means (the game control device 100) and waits for the activation of the slave control devices (the payout control device 200, the effect control device 300, etc.) when the power is turned on. It forms a standby means for setting the standby time.

In addition, the power supply delay timer measures the time using a storage area (RAM area or register or the like that is not the target of validity determination) that is not the target of RAM validity determination (checksum calculation). As a result, when calculating check data such as a checksum of the RAM area, it is not necessary to exclude a part of the RAM area for calculation, and thus it is possible to prevent the control at power-on from becoming complicated.

By reading the states of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 before the start of the standby time, the operations of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 can be reliably detected. That is, if the states of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are read after the waiting time has elapsed, the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are operated after the waiting time has elapsed, or the power is turned on. It is necessary to continue to operate the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 from the time until the waiting time elapses. However, by reading the state before the start of the waiting time, there is a situation in which the operation of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112, which is performed when the power is turned on, cannot be accepted without performing such a troublesome operation. It can be prevented.

When the power supply delay timer is set (A1007), the game control device 100 executes the process of measuring the standby time and the process of monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the standby time (A1008 to A1010).

When the power outage monitoring process is started, the game control device 100 first determines whether or not a power outage occurs by reading the power outage monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 via the port and the data bus. Yes (A1008). When a power failure has occurred (result of A1008 is “Y”), the game machine waits until the power is cut off.

When the power failure has not occurred (the result of A1008 is "N"), the game control device 100 updates the power-on delay timer by -1 (A1009), and determines whether the timer value is 0 or not. Yes (A1010). When the value of the timer is not 0 (result of A1010 is “N”), that is, when the waiting time has not ended, the process returns to step A1008.

That is, the game control device 100 constitutes a power failure monitoring means for monitoring the occurrence of power failure in a predetermined standby time. As a result, it becomes possible to deal with a power failure that has occurred during the period in which the activation of the game control device 100, which is the main control means, is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately deal with a problem at the time of turning on the power. Note that access to the RAM is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the stored contents at the previous power shutdown are retained, so backup processing etc. is performed when a power failure occurs here. No need. Therefore, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, it is not necessary to back up the RAM, and the control load can be reduced.

On the other hand, when the value of the timer is 0 (result of A1010 is “Y”), that is, when the waiting time is over, the game control device 100 can read/write RWM (read/write) such as RAM or EEPROM. Access to the memory) is permitted (A1011), and off data is output to all output ports (set to a state where there is no output) (A1012).

Next, the game control device 100 sets a serial port (a port installed in advance in the game microcomputer 111, which is used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 in the present embodiment) (A1013). ).

Further, here, the driver 150 for driving the performance display device 152 (state display device) may be initialized. The game control device 100 writes a command including control data corresponding to the contents of the initial setting in the transmission buffer of the second output port 134 (serial communication circuit) and transmits it to the driver 150. For example, the game control device 100 sets the duty ratio in the initial setting. The duty ratio corresponds to the brightness of each LED (each segment) of the performance display device 152. The game control device 100 sets the number of used digits of the performance display device 152 in the initial setting. In this embodiment, the number of used digits is four.

Next, the game control device 100 activates a CTC (Counter/Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the game microcomputer 111 (clock generator) (A1014). The CTC circuit is provided in the clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113 and a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111a based on the divided signal. And a CTC circuit that generates a signal CTC that gives a trigger for updating a random number to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 sets a RAM abnormality flag indicating an abnormality of the RAM (here, the RAM 111c) (A1015). Here, the flag indicating the abnormality is temporarily set in a predetermined register.

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data (A1016). If it is normal (result of A1016 is “Y”), it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 2 in the RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data (A1017).

Furthermore, if the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (the result of A1017 is “Y”), the game control device 100 calculates a checksum of a predetermined area (for example, a game control work area) in the RWM. A calculation process is executed (A1018), and it is determined whether or not the calculated checksum and the checksum at power-off match (A1019). If the checksums match (result of A1019 is "Y"), the RAM is normal and the RAM abnormality flag indicating abnormality of the RAM is cleared (A1020). Then, the process proceeds to step A1021.

In addition, when the game control device 100 determines that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (the result of A1016 is “N” or the result of A1017 is “N”), the checksums do not match. (The result of A1019 is “N”), the process proceeds to step A1021 without clearing the RAM abnormality flag.

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether both the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are on (A1021). When both switches are ON (result of A1021 is “Y”), the game control device 100 shifts to a setting variable state (setting change mode), and executes the process of changing probability setting in steps A1027-A1037. ..

When at least one of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (the result of A1021 is "N"), the game control device 100 sets the RAM abnormality flag indicating the abnormality of the RAM (here, RAM111c). It is determined whether it has been done (A1022). When the RAM abnormality flag is not set (result of A1022 is “N”), it is determined whether the probability setting changing flag is set (A1023). If the probability setting changing flag is not set (the result of A1023 is “N”), the process of confirming the probability setting of the steps A1031-A1037 (during the setting confirmation state, the setting confirmation mode), the process of steps A1041-1044 The RAM initialization processing (RAM clear processing) or the normal power-on processing (at power restoration) of steps A1041, A1045, and A1046 is executed.

When the probability setting changing flag is set (the result of A1023 is “Y”), the game control device 100 informs that the game control device 100 (main board, main board) has an abnormality. An error notification command is transmitted to effect control device 300 (A1024). The effect control device 300 that has received the command of the main abnormality error notification notifies that there is an abnormality in the game control device 100.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 causes the driver 150 of the performance display device 152 to display the 7-segment display data when the game is stopped (data of the error display of “E1” in FIG. 9C) on the performance display device 152. To (A1025). Then, the ON data of the security signal for notifying the external device (game hall internal management device (hall computer), information collecting terminal, etc.) of the abnormality is output to the external information terminal 71 (A1026). Here, even when the information about the big hit remains in the RAM 111c, other signals such as the big hit signal to the external information terminal 71 are maintained in the off state. After that, the processing of steps A1025 and A1026 is repeated, and the operation waits until the power is turned on by performing the setting change operation (turning on both the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112) again. While the process of steps A1025 and A1026 is repeated and waiting, the interrupt remains disabled (A1001), and the timer interrupt process capable of executing the special figure 1 and 2 game processing and the general figure game processing (see FIG. 7). ) Cannot be executed, a game (special figure variation display game, general figure variation display game) cannot be executed.

As described above, it is determined that there is an abnormality when the probability setting changing flag is set although the setting changing operation (the ON operation of both the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112) is not executed. , A1024-A1026 are executed. For example, if the power is turned off and restarted while the probability setting is being changed (before the setting is changed), the probability setting changing flag may be set even if the setting changing operation has not been executed. is there.

On the other hand, even when the RAM abnormality flag is set (the result of A1022 is “Y”), the game control device 100 notifies the game control device 100 (main board) of the main abnormality error notification. The command is transmitted to the effect control device 300 (A1024), and the 7-segment display data when the game is stopped (error display data of “E1” in FIG. 9C) is output to the driver 150 of the performance display device 152 (A1025). ), ON data of the security signal is output to the external information terminal 71 to notify the external device of the RAM abnormality (A1026). As in the case described above, even when the information about the big hit remains in the RAM 111c, other signals such as the big hit signal to the external information terminal 71 are maintained in the off state. After that, the processes of steps A1025 and A1026 are repeated and the process stands by.

When both the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are on (the result of A1021 is "Y"), the gaming control device 100 starts the process of changing the probability setting (during the setting variable state). First, it is determined whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is set (A1027). When the RAM abnormality flag is set (the result of A1027 is “Y”), it is unknown whether the probability setting value is correct, so the probability setting value stored in the probability setting value area of the RAM 111c is cleared. After setting the initial value (for example, the lowest setting value “1”) (A1028), the probability setting changing flag indicating that the probability setting is being changed is set (A1029). If the RAM abnormality flag is not set (result of A1027 is “N”), the probability setting changing flag is set without clearing the probability setting value (A1029). Next, the command whose probability setting is being changed is transmitted to the effect control device 300 (effect control board) (A1030), and the process proceeds to step A1034. Note that the effect control device 300 that has received the command for changing the probability setting notifies the display device 41 or the like that the probability setting is being changed.

In the game control device 100, at least one of the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (result of A1021 is “N”), and the RAM abnormality flag is not set (result of A1022 is “N”). ), and if the probability setting changing flag is not set (result of A1023 is "N"), it is determined whether the setting key switch 93 is on (A1031). When the setting key switch 93 is on (the result of A1031 is “Y”), the RAM initialization switch 112 is off, and the probability setting confirmation (during setting confirmation state) process is started. A probability setting confirmation flag indicating that the setting is being confirmed is set (A1032). Then, the command for which the probability setting is being confirmed is transmitted to the effect control device 300 (effect control board) (A1033), and the process proceeds to step A1034. The effect control device 300 that has received the command for changing the probability setting notifies the display device 41 or the like that the probability setting is being confirmed.

After step A1030 or step A1033, the game control device 100 executes the processing of steps A1034 to A1040 as common processing during the probability setting change and the probability setting confirmation.

The game control device 100 first saves 128 ms (predetermined time) in the security signal control timer area in order to output the security signal during the probability setting change and the probability setting confirmation (A1034). The counting of the security signal control timer and the output of the security signal are executed in the probability setting change/confirmation process (FIG. 6B) described later, but when the probability setting change or the probability setting confirmation ends early, the remaining The counting of the security signal control timer and the output of the security signal are executed in the external information editing process (A1321). The security signal is output for at least 50 ms during the probability setting change and the probability setting confirmation.

Next, the game control device 100 permits interruption (A1035). As a result, the timer interrupt process (FIG. 7) can be executed. Then, it is determined whether the setting key switch 93 is off (A1036). When the setting key switch 93 is on (result of A1036 is "N"), it is determined whether a power failure has occurred (A1037). If no power failure has occurred (result of A1037 is “N”), the process returns to step A1036. On the other hand, when a power failure has occurred (result of A1037 is “Y”), the process at the time of power failure of steps A1055-A1061 is executed.

As described above, as long as the setting key switch 93 is on and a power failure has not occurred, the probability variable can be changed in the setting variable state (setting changing state, setting changing mode), or the probability setting value can be confirmed. The setting confirmation state (setting confirmation mode) continues.

On the other hand, when the setting key switch 93 is off (result of A1036 is “Y”), the game control device 100 prohibits interruption (A1038), and issues a notification end command to the effect control device 300 (effect control board). To (A1039). Note that the effect control device 300 that has received the notification end command ends the notification that the probability setting is being confirmed or the notification that the probability setting is being changed.

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the probability setting changing flag is set, that is, whether or not the probability setting is being changed so far (A1040). If the probability setting changing flag is set (the result of A1040 is “Y”), that is, if the probability setting is being changed so far, the RAM initialization processing (to be described later) of steps A1042-A1044 is executed. To do. On the other hand, when the probability setting changing flag is not set (the result of A1040 is “N”), that is, when the probability setting is being confirmed so far, when the power is turned on after step A1045 (when the power is restored). Perform normal processing of.

When the setting key switch 93 is off (result of A1031 is “N”), the game control device 100 determines whether or not the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (A1041). If the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (result of A1041 is “Y”), the RAM area other than the probability setting value area for storing the probability setting value is cleared to 0 in the RAM 111c (A1042). That is, the game information stored in the RAM 111c is cleared to 0 except for the probability setting value stored in the probability setting value area. Further, the above probability setting changing flag is also cleared here. Further, here, in addition to the probability setting value area, the stack area and the unused area may not be cleared. The performance information is derived on the basis of the number of prize balls obtained by winning, and for example, the winning rate, the base value (the winning rate in the normal gaming state), the role ratio, the number of discharged balls, etc. is there. The work area and the stack area related to the performance information and the display (performance display) are not cleared here, but may be cleared.

Next, the game control device 100 saves the initial value at the time of RAM initialization in the area to be initialized (A1043). Then, the command for RAM initialization is transmitted to the effect control device 300 (effect control board) (A1044), and the process proceeds to step A1047.

On the other hand, when the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (result of A1041 is “N”), the game control device 100 is a normal power source because both the setting key switch 93 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are off. When the power is restored (when the power is restored), the process (power recovery process) is started, and the initial value when the power is restored (power is restored) is saved in the area to be initialized (A1045). Further, the above-mentioned probability setting confirmation flag is also cleared here. Next, a command at the time of power failure recovery corresponding to a process number prepared for rationally executing the universal game process described later is transmitted to the effect control device 300 (effect control board) (A1046), and the step The processing moves to A1047.

The command for RAM initialization transmitted in the process of step A1044 and the command for power failure restoration transmitted in the process of step A1046 include a model designation command indicating the type of gaming machine, and the suspension of the general-purpose diagrams 1 to 4 in FIG. Numbers 1 to 4 hold number command indicating number (Public figure 1 hold number command, P universal figure 2 hold number command, P universal figure 3 hold number command, P universal figure 4 hold number command), power failure recovery command indicating that power is turned on Is included.

Further, in the command at the time of RAM initialization and the command at the time of power failure recovery, a setting value information command (probability setting value information) indicating setting value information (setting information) which is information of the probability setting value (setting value) of the gaming machine 10. Command) is included. The game control device 100 need only send the setting value information command to the effect control device 300 only once when the power is restored (turned on), and thereafter, the effect control device 300 refers to the setting value information stored by itself. You can control production.

The RAM initialization command also includes a RAM initialization command (RAM clear command). Upon receiving the RAM initialization command, the production control device 300 displays a customer waiting demo on the display device 41, and notifies the RAM initialization (RAM clear) 30 by the sound of the LED and the speaker of the panel decoration device 46 or the like. Do it for a second. In addition, the command at the time of power failure recovery includes a screen designation command that designates the display content of the screen of the display device that can be installed in the gaming machine 10. The commands for screen designation are customer wait demos 1 to 4 commands when all of the normal diagrams 1 to 4 are normally processed (when they are neither changing nor hitting), and are recovery screen commands otherwise. ..

After step A1044 or step A1046, the game control device 100 activates and sets the random number generation circuit (A1047). Specifically, the CPU 111a sets a code (designated value) for activating the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Also, a bit transposed pattern of hard random numbers (here, big hit random numbers) generated by the hardware of the random number generation circuit is set.

A bit transposition pattern is a method of exchanging the bit arrangement of the extracted random numbers (arrangement before bit transposition in the upper row) in a predetermined order and storing as a different bit arrangement (arrangement after bit transposition in the lower row). Is a pattern that determines.

In the present embodiment, by exchanging the bits of the random number according to the bit transposed pattern, the regularity of the random number can be broken and the confidentiality of the random number can be improved. The bit transposition pattern may be a fixed single pattern or may be selected from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. Further, the user may set it arbitrarily.

After that, the game control device 100 extracts the value of a predetermined register (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit when the power is turned on, and determines the corresponding various initial value random numbers (the winning symbol in FIG. 1). The initial value of the hit symbol random number 1 (the hit symbol initial value random number 1), the hit number of the ordinary figures 1 to 4 is determined, and the initial value of the random numbers 1 to 4 (the hit initial value random number 1 to 4 (the hit initial value random number 1, hit The initial value random number 2, the hit initial value random number 3, the hit initial value random number 4)), etc.) are saved as a start value in a predetermined area of the RWM (A1048) and the interrupt is permitted (A1049). In addition, there is a plurality of types of winning symbols only for the universal symbol 1 (main universal symbol), and it is saved as the random symbol initial value random number 1, but in the universal symbols 2 to 4, the winning symbol is fixed and the random number is not used. Further, since the random number generation circuit in the CPU 111a used in the present embodiment is configured such that the initial value of the soft random number register changes each time the power is turned on, this value is used as the start value of various initial value random numbers (initial value). By doing so, it is possible to break the regularity of the random numbers generated by the software and make it difficult for the player to obtain an illegal random number.

Next, the game control device 100 executes an initial value random number updating process for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers (A1050). Although not particularly limited, in the present embodiment, the winning symbol random number 1 and the winning random numbers 1 to 4 are configured to be generated by using the random numbers generated by the random number generating circuit. However, the hit random number 1 is a so-called "high-speed counter" that is updated based on a clock having a speed equal to or higher than the operation clock of the CPU, and the hit symbol random number 1 and the hit random numbers 2 to 4 are timers that are processing units of the program. It is a "low-speed counter" that is updated based on the CTC output (CTC (CTC2) different from CTC (CTC0) of timer interrupt processing) having the same cycle as the interrupt processing.

In addition, in the hit symbol random number 1 and the hit random number 2 to 4, a so-called "initial value changing method" is adopted in which the start value is changed each time the random number makes a round by using each initial value random number (generated by software). There is. Each of the random numbers may be updated by a counter method by +1 or 1, or may be a random method update in which all values within the range appear in a scattered manner without duplication until one cycle. That is, the hit random number 1 is a random number updated only by hardware, and the hit symbol random number 1 and the hit random numbers 2 to 4 are random numbers updated by hardware and software.

Next, the game control device 100 prohibits interruption (A1051), and executes performance display editing processing for editing performance information and its display (performance display) (A1052). Here, performance information (such as a character ratio and a ball output rate) may be calculated. Further, when the RAM abnormality flag is set in the register, the work area and the stack area related to the performance information and its display (performance display) may be cleared (if not cleared in step A1042). After that, the interrupt is permitted (A1053). As a result, the timer interrupt process (FIG. 7) can be executed.

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether or not a power failure has occurred (A1054). When no power failure has occurred (result of A1054 is “N”), the process returns to step A1050. As a result, the processing of steps A1050-A1054 is repeated until a power failure occurs.

When a power failure occurs (result of A1054 is “Y”), the game control device 100 starts the process at the time of power failure, temporarily interrupts (A1055), and outputs off data to all output ports ( 1056). After that, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (A1057), and the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (A1058). Further, a checksum calculation process for calculating the checksum when the power of the RWM is cut off is executed (A1059), and the calculated checksum is saved (A1060). Finally, the process of prohibiting access to the RWM is executed (A1061), and the process stands by until the power of the gaming machine is cut off.

In this way, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power shutdown, it is possible to check whether the information stored in the RWM before the power shutdown was correctly backed up. It can be judged at the time of re-input.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 6A is a flowchart showing a procedure of timer interrupt processing (interrupt processing program). The timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111a. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, timer interrupt processing is started.

When the timer interrupt process is started, the game control device 100 first designates the register bank 1 as the register bank to be used (A1301), and sets the upper address of the RAM start address in a predetermined register (for example, D register). (A1302). Switching from register bank 0 used in the main process to register bank 1 at the start of the timer interrupt process is equivalent to saving the registers used in the main process. When the timer interrupt processing is started, the interrupt is automatically disabled.

Next, the game control device 100 executes input processing from various sensors and switches and capture of signals, that is, input processing for reading the state of each input port (A1303). Next, it is determined whether the probability setting is being changed or the probability setting is being confirmed, based on the probability setting changing flag and the probability setting confirming flag (A1304). When the probability setting is being changed or the probability setting is being confirmed (result of A1304 is “Y”), probability setting change/confirmation processing for changing or confirming the probability setting value is executed (A1305).

When the probability setting is not being changed or the probability setting is not being confirmed (the result of A1304 is “N”), the game control device 100 uses an actuator such as a solenoid (eg, a special winning opening solenoid 39b) based on the output data set in various processes. Output processing for performing drive control of the LED, drive control of the LED (light emission control), and the like (A1306). When the firing prohibition signal is output in the process of step A1005 in the main process, the firing permission signal is output by performing this output process, and the firing permission signal can be set to the permission state.

Next, the game control device 100 executes a payout command transmission process of outputting the command set in the transmission buffer to the payout control device 200 in various processes (A1307), and further, a random number update process 1 (A1308), a random number update. Processing 2 (A1309) is executed. After that, monitoring whether or not a normal signal is input from the operation 1a to 1n switch 34a, the winning opening switch 35a, and the operation 2 to 5 switch 39a, and error monitoring (whether the front frame or the glass frame is not opened). Etc.) is executed (A1310).

Next, the game control device 100 sequentially executes the universal figure 1 to 4 game processing for performing the processing related to the universal figure 1 to 4 variable display games (A1313a to A1313d). A segment LED edit process for driving a segment LED provided in the gaming machine 10 for displaying a special figure variation game and various information regarding a game so as to display desired contents is executed (A1314).

Further, the game control device 100 executes a magnet irregularity monitoring process of checking the detection signal from the magnetic sensor switch 61 to determine whether there is any abnormality (A1315). Further, a radio wave fraud monitoring process (board radio wave fraud monitoring process) for checking the detection signal from the radio wave sensor 62 of the game board to determine whether there is any abnormality is executed (A1316).

Next, the game control device 100 executes an external information editing process of setting a signal to be output to various external devices in an output buffer (A1319). Then, performance display monitor control processing for controlling the display of the performance display device 152 is executed (A1320). After that, the timer interrupt processing ends.

Note that when the timer interrupt process returns, restoration of the interrupt disabled state and restoration of the register bank designation is configured to be performed automatically. However, depending on the CPU used, interrupts are enabled after the external information editing process. It is also possible to perform the processing for returning to the register bank 0 or the processing for returning the designation of the register bank to the register bank 0.

Further, the game control device 100 may be able to determine that the abnormal fluctuation of the game balls is occurring in the normal variation winning device 37 when the abnormal discharge occurrence flag is set by the abnormal discharge monitoring process. When the abnormal discharge is occurring, the game control device 100 can skip the processing from step A1313a to step A1313d and execute the processing from step A1315.

Further, the game control device 100 may execute a vibration fraud monitoring process for monitoring fraud caused by vibration based on an input from the vibration sensor 65, or an abnormal discharge monitoring process for monitoring abnormal discharge from the normal variation winning device 37. .. In the abnormal discharge monitoring process, the abnormal discharge of the normal variation winning device 37 is monitored based on the inputs from the operation 2 to 5 switches 39a and the remaining ball discharge port switch 73 in the normal variation winning device 37, and when the abnormal discharge occurs The abnormal discharge occurring flag is set to. The game balls that have passed the operation 2-5 switches 39a of the normal variation winning device 37 are discharged through the remaining ball discharge port switch 73.

[General Figure 1 Game Processing]
Next, details of the universal figure 1 game process (A1313a) in the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the game process in FIG. In the game process of FIG. 1, the inputs of the actuating switches 1a to 1n 34a are monitored, the entire process of the game for displaying variable display of FIG. 1 is controlled, the display of FIG.

The game control device 100 first executes an operation 1 switch monitoring process for monitoring an input from the operation 1a to 1n switches 34a (A7601).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 executes a Podden 1 winning switch monitoring process for monitoring the input from the operation 2 switch 39a (A7602).

When the game process number of the universal figure 1 is not 2 or more, that is, when it is 0 or 1 (the result of A7603 is "N"), the game control device 100 determines whether or not something other than the universal figure 1 is hit. Is determined (A7604). The game control device 100 advances the processing to step A7617 when a game other than the normal game 1 is hit (the result of A7604 is “Y”), and when a game other than the common game 1 is not hit (A7604: If the result is “N”), the process advances to step A7605.

On the other hand, when the universal game process number 1 is 2 or more (the result of A7603 is “Y”), the game control device 100 advances the process to step A7605.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 updates -1 (subtracts only 1) if the universal figure 1 game processing timer is not 0 (A7605). In addition, the minimum value of the game processing timer of FIG. 1 is set to 0. Then, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the value of the universal figure 1 game processing timer has become 0 (A7606).

When the value of the universal figure 1 game processing timer is 0 (the result of A7606 is "Y"), that is, when the game control apparatus 100 has timed up or has already timed up, the gaming control apparatus 100 executes the universal figure 1 game processing. The universal figure 1 game sequence branch table to be referred to in order to branch to the process corresponding to the number is set in the register (A7607).

Furthermore, the game control device 100 acquires the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the universal figure 1 game process number based on the set universal figure 1 game sequence branch table (A7608). Then, a subroutine call is performed by the game number of the universal figure 1 game, and the game branch process corresponding to the game number of the universal figure 1 game is executed (A7609).

When the game process number is “0” in step A7609, the game control device 100 monitors the start of variation of the universal figure 1 variable display game, and sets the variation start and effect of the universal figure 1 variable display game. Or, the universal figure 1 normal process for setting the information necessary for performing the universal figure 1 changing process is executed (A7610).

Further, when the game process number is “1” in step A7609, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 changing process for setting the information necessary for performing the general figure 1 displaying process. Yes (A7611). For example, in the universal figure 1 changing process, in order to shift to the universal figure 1 displaying process, "2" is set as the game process number and saved in the universal figure 1 game process number area. Save in the game processing timer area.

Further, when the game process number is “2” in step A7609, the game control device 100 sets the universal figure 1 fanfare command and the fanfare time when the result of the universal figure 1 variable display game is hit. , The general-purpose-figure 1 display process for setting information necessary for performing the general-purpose-figure 1 fanfare processing is executed (A7612). For example, in the process of displaying normal figure 1, when the result of the variable display game of normal figure 1 is a hit, in order to shift to the process during normal fanfare of normal figure, "3" is set as the game process number Save to the game processing number area. On the other hand, when the result of the universal figure 1 variable display game is out of order, "0" is set as the game processing number and the game is saved in the universal figure 1 game processing number area in order to shift to the regular figure 1 normal processing.

Further, when the game process is “3” in step A7609, the game control device 100 sets a general-purpose figure 1 opening time, a general-purpose figure 1 necessary information for performing a middle process, and the like. FIG. 1 The processing during fanfare is executed (A7613). For example, in the normal processing in the fan figure 1 fanfare, in order to shift to the middle processing in the normal figure 1, "4" is set as the game processing number and saved in the game processing number area in the universal figure 1, and the general information on the release of the 1 Based on the above, the ordinary electric power 1 opening time 1 or the ordinary electric power 1 opening time 2 is saved in the ordinary electric power 1 game processing timer area.

Further, when the game process number is "4" in step A7609, the game control device 100 sets the information necessary for continuing the process of hitting the normal figure 1 or performing the normal ball 1 remaining ball process. Perform the normal process per ordinary figure (A7614). For example, in the normal-game hitting process, after the setting for opening the normal variable winning device 37 (normal variable winning device 37d) a predetermined number of times, the game process is performed to shift to the normal electric ball remaining ball process. Set "5" as the number and save it in the game processing number area of the universal figure 1.

Further, when the game process number is "5" in step A7609, the game control device 100 executes the ordinary electric ball 1 remaining ball process for setting the information necessary for performing the end process per universal figure 1. (A7615). For example, in the normal ball 1 remaining ball process, in order to shift to the end process per universal map 1, the game process number is set to "6" and saved in the universal game 1 game process number area. Is saved in the game processing timer area in FIG.

Further, when the game process number is “6” in step A7609, the game control device 100 performs the end process per universal figure 1 for setting information necessary for performing the ordinary process (A7610) in ordinary figure 1. Execute (A7616). For example, in the universal figure 1 end processing, "0" is set as the game process number and the game is saved in the universal figure 1 game process number area in order to shift to the ordinary figure 1 normal process.

After that, the game control device 100 prepares the universal figure 1 variation control table for controlling the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal figure display 53 (variation display section 53) (A7617). After that, the symbol variation control process relating to the control of the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal symbol display 53 is executed (A7618), and the universal symbol 1 game process is ended.

On the other hand, when the value of the game process timer for universal FIG. 1 is not 0 (the result of A7606 is “N”), that is, when the time is not up, the game control device 100 executes the process of step A7617 and thereafter.

[Operation 1 switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the operation 1 switch monitoring process (A7601) in the FIG. 1 game process will be described. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the operation 1 switch monitoring process.

The game control device 100 first determines whether or not there is an input to the operation 1a switch 34a corresponding to one of the universal figure starting gates 34 (for example, the upper stage universal figure starting gate 34 in the game area 32 shown in FIG. 2). (A7701). If there is an input to the operation 1a switch 34a (result of A7701 is "Y"), the operation 1 switch common processing is executed (A7702), and then the other side of the universal figure starting gate 34 (for example, as shown in FIG. 2). It is determined whether or not there is an input to the operation 1b switch 34a corresponding to the lower universal figure starting gate 34) in the game area 32 (A7703).

On the other hand, when there is no input to the operation 1a switch 34a (the result of A7701 is "N"), the game control device 100 determines whether or not there is an input to the operation 1b switch 34a corresponding to the other one of the universal figure starting gates 34. It is determined (A7703).

Then, when there is an input to the operation 1b switch 34a (result of A7703 is "Y"), the game control apparatus 100 executes operation 1 switch common processing (A7704) and ends the operation 1 switch monitoring processing. On the other hand, when there is no input to the actuation 1b switch 34a (result of A7703 is "N"), the actuation 1 switch monitoring process is ended as it is.

In the above-described operation 1 switch monitoring processing, it has been described that the inputs to the operation 1a switch 34a and the operation 1b switch 34a switches corresponding to the universal figure starting gate 34 are determined, but the corresponding operation 1a to 1n switches 34a are Input determination may be performed with three or more. For example, when the universal figure starting port 34b is provided in the game area 32 as shown in FIG. 2, the game control device 100 further determines the input to the operation 1c switch 34a corresponding to the universal figure starting port 34b. can do.

[Common operation 1 switch]
Next, details of the operation 1 switch common processing (A7702, A7704) in the operation 1 switch monitoring processing will be described. FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the operation 1 switch common processing. The operation 1 switch common process is a process commonly performed for each input when there is an input to the operation 1a to 1n switches 34a (operations 1a and 1b switch 34a).

First, the game control device 100 sends information regarding the number of inputs (passage through a gate or winning at a winning opening) to a switch to be monitored among the operation 1a to 1n switches 34a to a management device outside the gaming machine 10. The start signal output number, which is the number of times the output is performed, is loaded (A7711). Then, the loaded value is updated by +1 (A7712), and it is determined whether or not the output count overflows (A7713). If the output count does not overflow (result of A7713 is “N”), the updated value is saved in the RWM start signal output count area (A7714), and the process proceeds to step A7715. On the other hand, if the output count overflows (result of A7713 is “Y”), the process moves to step A7715. In the present embodiment, a value from "0" to "255" can be stored in the start signal output frequency area. When the loaded value is "255", the value after updating becomes "0" by the +1 update, and it is configured to determine that the output count overflows.

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the universal figure 1 holding number (universal figure 1 starting memory number, universal figure 1 holding number) is less than the upper limit value (A7715). In the case where the number of reservations in FIG. 1 is not less than the upper limit value, that is, is equal to or more than the upper limit value (result of A7715 is “N”), the operation 1 switch common processing is ended. If the number of reservations for universal figure 1 is less than the upper limit value (result of A7715 is "Y"), the number of reservations for universal figure 1 is updated by +1 (A7716).

Next, the game control device 100 calculates the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the number of reservations for universal figure 1 (A7717), and extracts and prepares the random number 1 for use in the processing for determining retained information of general figure 1 (A7718). ), the hit random number 1 is saved in the RWM hit random number 1 storage area (A7719). Next, the random numbers of the winning symbols of the monitored 1a-1n switches 34a used in the general-use figure 1 hold information determination process are extracted, prepared (A7720), and saved in the hit symbol random number storage area of the RWM (A7721). ..

Next, the game control device 100 saves the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 in the fluctuation pattern random number storage area of the corresponding RWM (A7722), and executes the universal figure 1 holding information determination process (A7723). In the normal figure 1 hold information determination process, the look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the stop symbol information based on the saved hit random number or hit symbol random number, and the first half fluctuation number based on the saved fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 (reach pre-reach fluctuation number) ) And the latter half variation number (number of variation after reach) are set as effect commands. Then, a decorative universal figure 1 reserved number command corresponding to the universal figure 1 reserved number is prepared as an effect command (A7724), effect command setting processing (A7725) is executed, and the operation 1 switch common processing ends.

Here, the game control device 100 (RAM111c) extracts a predetermined random number based on the inflow of the game ball into the starting prize area of the universal figure starting gate 34, the universal figure starting opening 34b, and the normal variation winning device 37, and the variation is performed. As a starting memory that is the right to execute the display game, the starting memory means stores a predetermined number up to the upper limit. In addition, the starting memory means (game control device 100) uses various random number values extracted based on the passage of the game ball to the universal figure starting gate 34 and the winning of the universal figure starting opening 34b, with a predetermined number as an upper limit. The various random number values stored based on the inflow of the game balls into the starting winning area of the normal variation winning device 37 are stored as the starting memory with a predetermined number as an upper limit.

[Hoden 1 prize switch monitoring process]
Next, the details of the Poden 1 winning switch monitoring process (A7602) in the game process of FIG. 1 will be described. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the Poden 1 winning switch monitoring process.

First, the game control device 100 is in a state where the normal 1 is open, that is, the general display 1 variable display game is in a hit state, and the normal variable winning device 37 (normal variable winning device 37d) performs a predetermined number of opening operations. It is determined whether or not it is in progress (A7801). Then, when the ordinary electric power 1 is open (result of A7801 is “Y”), it is determined whether or not there is an input to the operation 2 switch 39a (A7802). When the operation 2 switch 39a has an input (the result of A7802 is "Y"), the count number of the general electric power 1 counter (normal electric power 1 count number) is updated by +1 (A7803).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the updated count value of the Hoden 1 counter has reached an upper limit value (for example, 4) (A7804). Then, when the number of counts for Poden 1 reaches the upper limit value (result of A7804 is “Y”), the universal figure 1 game processing timer area is cleared to 0 (A7805), and Poden 1 winning switch monitoring processing is performed. To finish. That is, when there is a winning prize of 1 or more of Poden in the opening state (in the hitting state) of the universal figure 1, the universal figure 1 game processing timer area is cleared to 0 at that time, and the normal variation winning device 37d is activated. It is closed so that the hit state of the ordinary map 1 ends on the way.

On the other hand, when the gaming control device 100 determines that the normal electric power 1 is not open (result of A7801 is “N”), it is determined that there is no input to the operation 2 switch 39a (result of A7802 is “N”). ), or when it is determined that the count value of Poden 1 does not reach the upper limit value (the result of A7804 is “N”), the Poden 1 winning switch monitoring process is ended.

[Public Figure 1 Normal processing]
Next, the details of the normal figure 1 normal process (A7610) in the normal figure 1 game process will be described. FIG. 11 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the ordinary figure ordinary processing.

The game control device 100 first determines whether or not the number of reservations for universal figure 1 is 0 (A7901). In the case where the number of holdings is 0 (the result of A7901 is "Y"), it is determined whether or not the customer waiting demo 1 is set (A7902), and the customer waiting demo 1 is not set. (The result of A7902 is “N”), the customer waiting demo 1 in-progress flag is set in the customer waiting demo flag area (A7903). The production control device 300 starts the customer waiting demo by setting the customer waiting demo 1 flag and the customer waiting demos 2 to 4 flag described later. For example, the customer waiting demonstration is executed by blinking an LED of the panel decoration device 46 or the like or displaying a moving image on the display device 41 (if present).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 prepares the customer waiting demo 1 command as an effect command (A7904), performs an effect command setting process (A7905), and proceeds to the process of step A7906. On the other hand, if the customer waiting demo 1 is already set in step A7902 (result of A7902 is “Y”), “0” related to the normal process of FIG. 1 is set as the process number (A7906), The processing number is saved in the game processing number area of FIG. 1 (A7907). Then, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the fraudulent 1 fraud monitoring period flag area (A7908), and the ordinary process of FIG.

Further, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 variation start process if the number in the universal figure 1 hold is not 0 (result of A7901 is “N”) (A7909). Then, the game control device 100 sets "1" as a process number for shifting to the process in transition to universal figure 1 (A7910), and saves the process number in the universal figure 1 game process number area (A7911).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 clears the customer waiting demo 1 flag set in the customer waiting demo flag area (A7912), and tests the signal related to the start of the normal figure 1 fluctuation (the normal symbol 1 during fluctuation signal is turned on). It saves in the signal output data area (A7913), and saves the changing flag indicating that the universal figure variation display game (general figure variation display game) is varying in the universal figure 1 variation control flag area (A7914). Then, the blinking control timer initial value (for example, 100 msec), which is the initial value of the timer of the blinking period of the universal figure display 53 (variation display unit), is saved in the universal figure 1 blinking control timer area (A7915), and the universal figure 1 variation The initial value (here, "0" indicating a blank symbol) is saved in the symbol number area (A7916), and then the normal figure 1 normal process is terminated.

[Public Figure 1 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the universal figure 1 variation start process (A7909) in the ordinary figure 1 normal process will be described. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the universal figure 1 variation start process. The universal figure 1 variation start process is a process performed at the start of the universal figure 1 variation display game.

The game control device 100 executes a hit flag 1 setting process for setting deviation information and hit information for the hit flag 1 for determining whether or not the universal figure 1 variable display game is a hit (A8201). The game control device 100 may determine the hit of the universal figure 1 variable display game with a probability according to the probability setting value (setting) set in the gaming machine 10.

Next, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 stop symbol setting process relating to the setting of the universal figure 1 stop symbol (symbol information) regarding the universal figure 1 variable display game (A8202). In the universal figure 1 stop symbol setting process, the stop symbol number at the time of falling or hitting, and the falling stop symbol pattern or hit stop symbol pattern corresponding to this stop symbol number are saved. Then, the decorative universal figure 1 command corresponding to the stop design pattern is prepared as an effect command, and the effect command setting process is executed. Also, the number-of-rounds information (round upper limit value) corresponding to the stopped symbol number is acquired and saved. In addition, the game control device 100 can change the opening pattern of the general electric power 1 according to the stop symbol number (type of symbol) when hit.

Further, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 information setting process for setting the universal figure 1 information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern (A8203).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 prepares a universal figure 1 variation pattern setting information table which is a table in which information for referring to various information regarding variation pattern setting of the universal figure 1 variation display game is set (A8204). ).

After that, the game control device 100 executes a variation pattern setting process for setting a variation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) which is a variation mode in the universal figure 1 variation display game (A8205).

Next, the game control device 100 executes variation start information setting processing for setting variation start information of the universal figure 1 variation display game (A8206), and ends the universal figure 1 variation start processing. In the fluctuation start information setting process, the fluctuation time value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) is acquired and saved in the universal FIG. 1 game processing timer area. Then, a variation command (MODE, ACTION) corresponding to the variation pattern number is prepared as an effect command, and effect command setting processing is performed. Therefore, when the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 variable display game, the effect control device 300 reaches the display device of the gaming machine 10 (for example, the display device 41) as a variable effect of the universal figure 1 variable display game. It is possible to direct the performance. In the present embodiment, the reach effect is performed only when the universal figure 1 variable display game is executed, but may be performed when the universal figure 2 to 4 variable display games are also executed.

Further, in the fluctuation start information setting process, the number of holdings of the universal figure 1 relating to the universal figure 1 variable display game to be started is updated by -1 (decreased by 1). That is, with the execution of the universal figure variable display game (general figure 1 variable display game) related to the oldest universal figure 1 hold 1, the universal figure 1 hold 2 to 4 that have been held after the universal figure 1 hold 1 to 2 are held. If there is one, the ranking of the general map 1 hold 2 to 4 is advanced one by one. By this processing, the values for the universal figure 1 reserved number 2 to the universal figure 1 reserved number 4 of the random number storage area per universal figure 1 are changed to the values for the universal figure 1 reserved number 1 of the random number storage area per universal figure 1 to the universal figure 1 It will be moved to hold three. Then, the value for the universal figure 1 reservation number 4 in the random number storage area per universal figure 1 is cleared, and the universal figure reservation number is decremented by 1.

[General Figure 1 Processing during fluctuations]
Next, details of the universal figure 1 changing process (A7611) in the universal figure 1 game process will be described. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the process in FIG.

The game control device 100 determines whether or not the hit flag 1 (hit information or deviance information) set in the universal figure 1 variation start process is a hit (A8301). When the hit flag 1 is not a hit (result of A8301 is “N”), the gaming control device 100 clears the hit flag during normal operation of FIG. 1 (A8302), and shifts to the processing of step A8304. On the other hand, when the hit flag 1 is a hit (result of A8301 is “Y”), the hit flag during hitting of FIG. 1 is set (A8303), and the process proceeds to step A8304. The general-purpose figure 1 hitting flag indicates that the universal figure 1 is hitting, and whether or not other universal figures (other than the general-purpose figures 2 to 4) are hitting in each of the game processes of the universal figures 2 to 4. This is a flag used for determination.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 sets the process number to "2" as a setting process for shifting to the process for displaying the universal figure 1 (A8304), and saves the process number in the universal figure 1 game process number area ( A8305). After that, the game control device 100 displays the general figure display time (for example, 600 msec) which is the display time of the result of the general figure variable display game (general figure 1 variable display game) on the general figure display device 53 (variable display unit). The game processing timer area in FIG. 1 is saved (A8306).

Furthermore, the game control device 100 saves a signal regarding the end of fluctuation in FIG. 1 (normal symbol 1 fluctuation signal is OFF) in the test signal output data area (A8307). Subsequently, the game control device 100, in the symbol fixed number signal control timer area related to the number of times of execution of the universal figure variation display game for output (universal figure 1 variation display game) to the external information terminal, the control timer initial value (for example, 256 msec). ) Is saved (A8308).

After that, the game control device 100 saves a stop flag indicating that the universal figure variation display game (general figure 1 variation display game) is stopped in the universal figure 1 variation control flag area (A8309), and changes to the universal figure 1 variation. Medium processing ends.

[Processing during display of normal figure 1]
Next, the details of the processing for displaying general figure 1 (A7612) in the general figure 1 game process will be described. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the process of displaying the general-purpose diagram 1.

The game control device 100 first loads the hit flag 1 (hit information or deviance information) set in the universal figure 1 variation start process (A8401) and clears the hit flag 1 area of the RWM (A8402). Then, it is determined whether or not hit information is set in the loaded hit flag 1 (A8403).

When the hit information is not set in the hit flag 1 (result of A8403 is “N”), the game control device 100 sets “0” as a process number for shifting to the normal process of FIG. (A8414), and saves the process number in the game process number area of FIG. 1 (A8415). After that, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the fraud monitoring period flag area 1 (A8416), and the process of displaying the universal figure 1 ends.

On the other hand, when the hit information is set in the hit flag 1 (result of A8403 is “Y”), the game control device 100 sends a decorative universal figure 1 command corresponding to the stop symbol pattern to the RWM decorative universal figure 1 It is loaded from the command area, prepared as an effect command (A8404), and effect command setting processing is executed (A8405). Rendering control device 300 may display a stop pattern corresponding to the decorative figure 1 command on a display device (such as display device 41).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 prepares a fanfare command corresponding to the Hoden 1 release information as an effect command (A8406) and executes an effect command setting process (A8407). As described above, the fanfare command includes information on opening the universal den 1 and the fanfare command transmits the universal den 1 opening information to the effect control device 300. The effect control device 300 may execute the fanfare effect corresponding to the fanfare command using a speaker or a display device (such as the display device 41).

After that, the game control device 100 sets a fanfare time (for example, 11000 msec or 9000 msec) corresponding to the general electric power 1 opening information (whether it is long opening or not) (A8408), and sets the set fanfare time to the normal game of FIG. It is saved in the processing timer area (A8409).

Next, the game control device 100 sets "3" as the process number for shifting to the normal process per normal figure 1 (A8410), and saves the process number in the general figure 1 game process number area (A8411). After that, the signal related to the start of the general figure 1 (normal pattern 1 per medium signal is turned on) is saved in the test signal output data area (A8412).

Furthermore, the game control device 100 saves a flag (outside fraud monitoring period flag) defining the outside of the fraud monitoring period of the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37d) in the Hoden 1 fraud monitoring period flag area (A8413). ), the process of displaying the general map 1 ends.

[Usually Figure 1 Fanfare processing]
Next, the details of the processing of during the universal figure 1 fanfare in the universal figure 1 game processing (A7613) will be described. FIG. 15 is a flow chart showing the procedure of processing during the fanfare in FIG.

The game control device 100 first prepares a command during the opening of the Hoden 1 (A8501) and executes effect command setting processing (A8502). The effect control device 300 may execute an effect corresponding to the command during the opening of the ordinary electric power 1 with a speaker or a display device. Then, "4" is set as the process number for shifting to the process of hitting the normal figure 1 (A8503), and the process number is saved in the game process number area of the figure 1 (A8504).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the Hoden 1 opening information is long opening (A8505).

The game control device 100 saves the Hoden 1 opening time 1 (for example, 5500 msec) in the Hodzu 1 game processing timer area when the Hoden 1 opening information is long opening (result of A8505 is “Y”). (A8506). On the other hand, if the information on the opening of the general den 1 is not long open (result of A8505 is “N”), the opening time 2 of the general den 1 (for example, 1900 msec) is saved in the general-purpose game processing timer area of FIG. 1 (A8507). ..

Subsequently, the game control device 100 saves the signal related to the start of the normal electric power 1 operation (the signal during the normal electric auditors product 1 operation is ON) in the test signal output data area (A8508). Further, in order to output a signal for driving (turning on) the ordinary electric solenoid 1c, the on electric data is saved in the ordinary electric power solenoid output data area (A8509).

In addition, the game control device 100 clears the information of the Hoden 1 count number area that stores the number of winnings to the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37d) (A8510), and ends the routine processing in fanfare in FIG. To do.

[Usually 1 per medium processing]
Next, the details of the ordinary figure hitting per middle process (A7614) in the ordinary figure 1 game process will be described. FIG. 16A is a flow chart showing the procedure of the middle-end processing in FIG.

The game control device 100 first prepares a Hoden 1 closing command for closing the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37d (A8601), and executes effect command setting processing (A8602). Then, "5" is set as the process number for shifting to the universal figure 1 remaining ball process (A8603), and the process number is saved in the universal figure 1 game process number area (A8604).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 saves the Poden 1 remaining ball processing time (for example, 900 msec) in the Pozu 1 game processing timer area (A8605). After that, the OFF data is saved in the POD 1 solenoid output data area in order to set the POD 1 solenoid 37c to OFF (A8606), and the process in FIG.

In this manner, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 changing process (A7611) corresponding to the process number set in the universal figure 1 game process to the universal figure per medium process (A7615), so that FIG. As shown in, it is possible to change the operation timing of the general electric vehicle 1 according to the hit pattern (opening pattern).

FIG. 16B is an example of a timing chart when Hoden 1 operates.

For example, when the Hoden 1 opening information is a long opening time (the result of A8505 is “Y”), Hoden 1 (ordinary variation winning device 37d) at the timing of the winning symbol 1 (opening pattern 1) shown in FIG. 16B. The movable member 37b) is activated. For example, in the hit symbol 1, the universal figure display time is set to 600 msec (A8303) and the fanfare time (fan time) is set to 11000 msec (A5120, A5121), respectively, and during this period, the universal den 1 is closed.

Further, for example, in the hit symbol 1, the universal communication 1 opening time 1 (5500 msec) is saved in the universal communication 1 game processing timer area (A8506), and the universal communication 1 opening time 1 (5500 msec) 1 operates to switch from the closed state to the open state. After that, for example, the remaining sphere processing time (Hoden 1 remaining sphere processing time) is set to 900 msec (A8605), and the ending time (ending time) of FIG. 1 described later is set to 100 msec (A8903), respectively. 1 is in the closed state.

On the other hand, when the Hoden 1 opening information is not the long opening time (the result of A8505 is “N”), Hoden 1 operates at the timing of the hit pattern 2 (opening pattern 2) shown in FIG. 16B. For example, as in the case of the winning symbol 2, the universal symbol displaying time is set to 600 msec (A8303) and the fanfare time (fan time) is set to 11000 msec (A5120, A5121), respectively. It will be in a closed state.

On the other hand, for example, in the hit pattern 2, the ordinary electric power 1 opening time 2 (1900 msec) is saved in the universal electric character 1 game processing timer area (A8507), and the ordinary electric power 1 opening time 2 (1900 msec) is maintained. Electric power 1 is activated to switch from the closed state to the open state. Then, for example, as in the case of the winning symbol 1, the remaining sphere processing time is set to 900 msec (A8605), and the ending time (ending time) of the universal figure 1 described later is set to 100 msec (A8903), respectively, and the den 1 is set. It will be in a closed state.

[Hoden 1 remaining ball treatment]
Next, details of the Poden 1 remaining ball process (A7615) in the Pozu 1 game process will be described. FIG. 17 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the processing of the remaining ball of Hoden 1.

The game control device 100 first sets a process number "6" related to the end process per universal figure 1 (A8901), and saves the process number in the universal figure 1 game process number area (A8902). After that, the ending time of universal figure 1 (for example, 100 msec) is saved in the universal figure 1 game processing timer area (A8903).

Further, the game control device 100 saves a signal (the normal electric auditors product 1 operating signal is turned off) regarding the end of the normal electric power 1 operation (the end of the operation of the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37d) in the test signal output data area. (A8904). Subsequently, the Hoden 1 count number area for counting the number of prizes to the ordinary variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning apparatus 37d) is cleared (A8905), and further the Hoden 1 open information area is cleared (A8906). After that, the processing of the remaining ball of Poden 1 is completed.

[Usually end processing per figure]
Next, details of the end-of-universal-drawing end process (A7616) in the game processing of ordinary-diagram 1 will be described. FIG. 18 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the end process per universal figure 1.

The game control device 100 first clears the flag for hitting the normal figure 1 (A9101), sets the process number "0" related to the normal process of the normal figure 1 (A9102), and sets the process number to the game process number of the normal figure 1. Save in the area (A9103). After that, a signal regarding the end of hitting of the public figure 1 (universal figure 1 variable display game) (normal symbol 1 hitting signal is turned off) is saved in the test signal output data area (A9104).

Further, the game control device 100 saves a flag (flag during fraud monitoring period) defining the fraud monitoring period of the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37d) in the Hoden 1 fraud monitoring period flag area (A9105). After that, the end process per universal figure 1 ends.

[General Figure 2 game processing]
Next, the details of the universal figure 2 game process (A1313b) in the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the game process of FIG. In the universal figure 2 game process, the input of the operation 2 switch 39a is monitored, the entire process relating to the universal figure 2 variable display game is controlled, the display of the universal figure 2 is set, and the like. It should be noted that the universal figure 2 game processing and the universal figure 3 and 4 game processing described later perform the same processing as the generic figure 1 game processing, but the operation switches to be monitored are different.

The game control device 100 first executes an operation 2 switch monitoring process for monitoring an input from the operation 2 switch 39a (A10601).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 executes a Poden 2 prize winning switch monitoring process for monitoring the input from the operation 3 switch 39a (A10602).

When the game process number of the universal figure 2 game is not 2 or more, that is, when it is 0 or 1 (the result of A10603 is "N"), the game control device 100 determines whether or not something other than the universal figure 2 is hit. Is determined (A10604). The game control device 100 advances the processing to step A10617 when a game other than the general-purpose diagram 2 is hit (the result of A10604 is “Y”), and when a game other than the ordinary-purpose game 2 is not in the hit (A10604: If the result is “N”), the process advances to step A10605.

On the other hand, when the universal game process number 2 is 2 or more (the result of A10603 is “Y”), the game control device 100 advances the process to step A10605.

Next, the game control device 100 updates -1 (subtracts only 1) if the universal game process timer 2 is not 0 (A10605). The minimum value of the game processing timer of FIG. 2 is set to 0. Then, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the value of the universal figure 2 game processing timer has become 0 (A10606).

When the value of the universal figure 2 game processing timer is 0 (the result of A10606 is "Y"), that is, when the game control apparatus 100 has timed up or has already timed up, the gaming control apparatus 100 executes the universal figure 2 game processing. The general-purpose FIG. 2 game sequence branch table to be referred to in order to branch to the process corresponding to the number is set in the register (A10607).

Further, the game control device 100 acquires the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the universal figure 2 game process number based on the set universal figure 2 game sequence branch table (A10608). Then, a subroutine call with the universal figure 2 game process number is performed to execute a game branch process corresponding to the universal figure 2 game process number (A10609).

When the game process number is “0” in step A10609, the game control device 100 monitors the start of variation of the general-purpose FIG. 2 variable display game, and sets the variation start and effect of the general-purpose variable display game 2. Or, the universal figure 2 ordinary processing for setting information necessary for performing the routine figure 2 changing processing is executed (A10610).

Further, when the game process number is “1” in step A10609, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure changing process which sets the information necessary for performing the ordinary figure displaying process. (A10611). For example, in the universal figure 2 changing process, in order to shift to the universal figure 2 displaying process, "2" is set as the game process number and saved in the universal figure 2 game process number area. Save in the game processing timer area.

Further, when the game process number is “2” at step A10609, the game control device 100 sets the universal figure 2 opening time and the universal figure 2 hit time if the result of the universal figure 2 variable display game is hit. The general-purpose FIG. 2 display in-progress process for setting information necessary for performing the intermediate process is executed (A10612). For example, in the processing for displaying the universal figure 2, in order to shift to the processing for hitting the universal figure 2, the game processing number is set to "3" and saved in the universal figure 2 game processing number area. Is saved in the Hoden 2 game processing timer area. On the other hand, when the result of the general-purpose FIG. 2 variable display game is out of order, “0” is set as the game process number and the game process number is saved in the general-purpose FIG.

If the game process number is "3" in step A10609, the game control device 100 sets the information necessary for continuing the process of hitting the normal figure 2 or performing the normal ball 2 remaining ball process. The normal process in FIG. 2 is executed (A10614). For example, in the normal-winning winning process, the game process is performed in order to shift to the normal ball remaining ball process after the setting for opening the normal variable winning device 37 (normal variable winning device 37e) is performed a predetermined number of times. Set "4" as the number and save it in the universal game process number area of FIG.

Further, when the game process number is "4" in step A10609, the game control device 100 executes the ordinary electric ball 2 remaining ball process for setting the information necessary for performing the end process for the universal figure 2. (A10615). For example, in the normal den 2 remaining ball process, in order to shift to the end process per universal figure 2, the game process number is set to "5" and saved in the universal figure 2 game process number area. Is saved in the game processing timer area of FIG.

Further, when the game process number is “5” in step A10609, the game control device 100 carries out the end process of the per-universal-diagram 2 process such as setting information necessary for performing the normal process (A10610) in the general-universal state process. It is executed (A10616). For example, in the universal figure per end process, in order to shift to the universal figure 2 normal process, "0" is set as the game process number and saved in the universal figure 2 game process number area.

After that, the game control device 100 prepares the universal figure 2 variation control table for controlling the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal figure display 53 (variation display section 53) (A10617). After that, the symbol variation control process relating to the control of the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal symbol display 53 is executed (A10618), and the universal symbol 2 game process is ended.

On the other hand, when the value of the game process timer for universal FIG. 2 is not 0 (result of A10606 is “N”), that is, when the time is not up, the game control device 100 executes the process of step A10617 and thereafter.

[Actuation 2 switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the operation 2 switch monitoring process (A10601) in the normal FIG. 2 game process will be described. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the operation 2 switch monitoring process.

In the game control device 100, first, whether or not Poden 1 is in operation (Phoden 1 is open), that is, the general figure 1 variation display game is in a hit state, the ordinary variation winning apparatus 37 (ordinary variation winning apparatus 37d). Determines whether the opening operation is being executed a predetermined number of times (A10701). Then, when the normal electric power 1 operation is in progress (result of A10701 is “Y”), it is determined whether or not there is an input to the operation 2 switch 39a (10702).

When there is an input to the operation 2 switch 39a (the result of 10702 is "Y"), it is determined whether the universal figure 2 reservation number (universal figure 2 starting memory number, universal figure 2 hold) is less than the upper limit value. (A10703). When the number of reservations for universal figure 2 is less than the upper limit value (result of A10703 is "Y"), the number of reservations for universal figure 2 is updated by +1 (A10704).

Next, the game control device 100 calculates the address of the random number storage area corresponding to the number of reservations for universal figure 2 (A10705), and extracts and prepares the random number 2 per hit used in the information for determining the number of reservations for regular figure 2 (( A10706), the hit random number 2 is saved in the hit random number 2 storage area of the RWM (A10707).

Then, a decorative figure 2 hold number command corresponding to the figure 2 hold number is prepared as an effect command (A10708), effect command setting processing (A10709) is executed, and the operation 2 switch monitoring processing ends.

On the other hand, the game control device 100, when the ordinary electric power 1 is not in operation (result of A10701 is “N”), when there is no input to the operation 2 switch 39a (result of A10702 is “N”), If the number is not less than the upper limit value, that is, is equal to or more than the upper limit value (result of A10703 is “N”), the operation 2 switch monitoring process is ended.

[Hoden 2 prize switch monitoring process]
Next, the details of the Poden 2 prize switch monitoring processing (A10602) in the Po Figure 2 game processing will be described. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the Poden 2 winning switch monitoring process.

First, the game control device 100 is in a state where the normal electric power 2 is open, that is, the general-purpose FIG. 2 variable display game is in a hit state, and the normal variable prize device 37 (normal variable prize device 37e) executes the opening operation a predetermined number of times. It is determined whether or not it is in progress (A10801). Then, when the normal power transmission 2 is open (result of A10801 is “Y”), it is determined whether or not there is an input to the operation 3 switch 39a (A10802). If there is an input to the operation 3 switch 39a (result of A10802 is “Y”), the count number of the general electric power 2 counter (normal electric power 1 count number) is updated by +1 (A10803).

Next, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the updated count value of the general electric power 2 counter has reached the upper limit value (for example, 4) (A10804). Then, when the number of counts of Poden 2 reaches the upper limit value (the result of A10804 is “Y”), the universal figure 2 game processing timer area is cleared to 0 (A10805), and the Poden 2 winning switch monitoring process is performed. To finish. In other words, when there is a Poden 2 prize equal to or higher than the upper limit value during the opening (in the hitting state) of the universal figure 2, the universal figure 2 game processing timer area is cleared to 0 at that time, and the ordinary variable winning apparatus 37e is activated. It is closed so that the hit state shown in Fig. 2 ends halfway. In addition, also in the Poden 3, 4 prize switch monitoring processing (A13602, A14602) in the Pogure 3 and 4 game, which will be described later, the game control device 100 causes the updated Podden 3 and 4 counters to reach the upper limit value. Whether or not it is determined in the same manner, but the upper limit value of the count number of the ordinary electric power 3, 4 counter at that time is 6, for example.

On the other hand, when the gaming control device 100 determines that the normal electric power 2 is not open (result of A10801 is “N”), it is determined that there is no input to the operation 3 switch 39a (result of A10802 is “N”). ), or when it is determined that the number of counted numbers for the Hoden 2 count has not reached the upper limit value (the result of A10804 is “N”), the process for monitoring the Hoden 2 winning switch is ended.

[Public Figure 2 Normal processing]
Next, details of the universal figure 2 normal process (A10610) in the universal figure 2 game process will be described. FIG. 22 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the ordinary process of FIG.

The game control device 100 first determines whether or not the universal figure 2 holding number is 0 (A10901). If the number of holdings is 0 (the result of A10901 is "Y"), it is determined whether or not the customer waiting demo 2 is set (A10902), and the customer waiting demo 2 is not set. (The result of A10902 is “N”), the customer waiting demo 2 flag is set in the customer waiting demo flag area (A10903). The production control device 300 starts the customer waiting demo when the customer waiting demo 1 to 4 middle flags are set.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 prepares the customer waiting demo 2 command as an effect command (A10904), performs effect command setting processing (A10905), and proceeds to the processing of step A10906. On the other hand, in step A10902, if the customer waiting demo 2 is already set (result of A10902 is “Y”), “0” related to the ordinary process of FIG. 2 is set as the process number (A10906). The processing number is saved in the game processing number area of FIG. 2 (A10907). Then, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the fraud monitoring period flag area (A10908), and the ordinary process of FIG. 2 ends.

In addition, the game control device 100, if the universal figure 2 hold number is not 0 (result of A10901 is "N"), executes the universal figure 2 fluctuation start process (A10909). Then, the game control device 100 sets "1" as the process number for shifting to the process during fluctuation in universal figure 2 (A10910), and saves the process number in the universal figure 2 game process number area (A10911).

Next, the game control device 100 clears the customer waiting demo 2 flag set in the customer waiting demo flag area (A10912), and tests the signal related to the start of the ordinary figure 2 fluctuation (normal symbol 2 during fluctuation signal is turned on). The flag is saved in the signal output data area (A10913), and the changing flag indicating that the universal figure variation display game (general figure 2 variation display game) is varying is saved in the universal figure variation control flag area (A10914). Then, the blinking control timer initial value (for example, 100 msec), which is the initial value of the timer of the blinking period of the universal display 53 (variation display unit), is saved in the universal blinking control timer area (A10915), and the universal variation is changed. The initial value (here, "0" indicating a blank symbol) is saved in the symbol number area (A10916), and then the ordinary figure 2 normal process is terminated.

[Public Figure 2 fluctuation start processing]
Next, details of the universal figure 2 variation start process (A10909) in the universal figure 2 normal process will be described. FIG. 23A is a flowchart showing the procedure of the universal figure 2 variation start process.

The game control device 100 first loads a random number (per random number 2) from the per-random number 2 storage area (for holding number 1) of the RWM, and clears the loaded area (per random number 2 storage area) to 0 (A11201).

The game control device 100 determines whether or not the winning random number 2 is equal to or higher than the upper limit determination value (for example, 4092) (A11202). When the hit random number 2 is equal to or more than the upper limit judgment value (result of A11202 is “Y”), that is, when the result is out of range, the process proceeds to step A11204. When the hit random number 2 is less than the upper limit judgment value (result of A11202 is “N”), it is determined whether the hit random number 2 is less than the lower limit judgment value (A11203).

When the hit random number 2 is less than the lower limit judgment value (for example, 0) (the result of A11203 is “Y”), that is, when the hit random number 2 is lost, the hit information is saved in the hit flag 2 area (A11204). .. Further, the deviation stop symbol number is set as the universal figure stop symbol number (A11205), and the deviation symbol information is saved in the universal figure 2 stop symbol information area (A11206), and the process proceeds to step A11210.

The hit probability can be set in advance as shown in FIG. 23B, for example.

FIG. 23B is a table showing an example of the hit probabilities of FIGS.

For example, as shown in (A) of FIG. 23B, the probability of hitting the universal figure 1 is 996/997, that of the ordinary figure 2 is 4092/4093, that of the ordinary figure 3 is 4090/4091, and that of the ordinary figure 4 is 3000/3001. It will be a hit. Further, for example, the upper limit determination value is 996 in the universal figure 1, 4092 in the universal figure 2, 4090 in the universal figure 3, and 3000 in the universal figure 4, and the lower limit determination value is 0 in the universal figures 1 to 4. That is, the assignable range (range of random numbers) of the hit random numbers 1 to 4 is 0 to 996 for the hit random number 1, 0 to 4092 for the hit random number 2, 0 to 4090 for the hit random number 3, and 0 to 3000 for the hit random number 4. , Only when the values of the random numbers 1 to 4 match the upper limit judgment value, there is a deviation.

Note that the winning probabilities of FIGS. 1 to 4 may be set such that all the assignable ranges of the hit random numbers 1 to 4 are hits, as shown in (B) of FIG. 23B. In addition, the hit probability of the universal figures 1 to 4 may be set so that the hit probability of the universal figure 1 is low, as shown in (C) of FIG. 23B.

In (B) of FIG. 23B, the upper limit determination values of FIGS. 1 to 4 are larger by +1 than the assignable range of the random numbers 1 to 4 per hit. Therefore, all the loaded random numbers 1 to 4 can be treated as a hit. Therefore, for example, it is difficult for the game balls to pass through the passage entrance 32a, and the number of game balls passing or entering (or winning) the universal figure starting gate 34 or the universal figure starting port 34b is equal to the number of game balls shot. It is preferable that the number is set to the gaming machine 10 that is extremely smaller than (the number of shots). In such a gaming machine 10, since all the loaded random numbers 1 to 4 are hit, the player is convinced of the hit when the game ball passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or the universal figure starting port 34b or wins. It is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, in FIG. 23C, the probability of winning in FIG. 1 is 5/997. In addition, in FIG. 1, the upper limit determination value is 12 and the lower limit determination value is 7. Therefore, when the hit random number 1 of the universal figure 1 loaded is 7 to 11, the universal figure 1 is a hit, and when the other random number 1 (0 to 6, 12 to 996) is loaded, the universal figure 1 is It will be out of the way. Therefore, for example, the game ball easily passes through the passage entrance 32 (or does not have the passage entrance 32), and passes or enters (or wins) a game ball that passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or the universal figure starting port 34b. It is preferable that the number is set to the gaming machine 10 that does not become extremely smaller than the number of shots. In such a gaming machine 10, it is possible to execute the universal figure 1 variable display game relatively frequently, and it is possible to cause the player to frequently have an expectation for a hit by executing the universal figure 1 variable display game. , The interest of the game can be improved.

On the other hand, when the hit random number 2 is not less than the lower limit judgment value (result of A11203 is “N”), that is, in the case of hit, the game control device 100 saves hit information in the hit flag 2 area (A11207) and loads it. The hit stop symbol number corresponding to the hit random number 2 is set (A11208), and the hit stop symbol information corresponding to the hit stop symbol number is saved in the universal figure 2 stop symbol information area (A11209), and the process proceeds to step A11210. To do. The hit stop symbol (hit symbol) is one kind in the present embodiment, but there may be several kinds.

Next, the game control device 100 saves the stop symbol number in the universal figure 2 stop symbol area (A11210), and saves the stop symbol number (the symbol data in the universal figure 2) in the test signal output data area (A11211), The per-random number 2 storage area is shifted (A11212), the empty area after the shift is cleared to 0 (A11213), and then the ordinary figure holding number is updated by -1 (A11214).

That is, with the execution of the public figure variable display game (Public figure 2 variable display game) related to the oldest public figure 2 hold number 1, the public figure 2 hold 2 which is on hold after the universal figure 2 hold 2 Move up the rank of 4 one by one. By this processing, the values from 2 for the number of public figures 2 held to 4 for the number of held common figures 2 in the storage area of 2 per random number are used for values from 1 for the number of held 2 common figures in the storage area of 2 random numbers to 3 for the number of reserved public figure 2 Will be moved to. Then, the value for the universal figure 2 reservation number 4 of the hit random number 2 storage area is cleared, and the universal figure 2 reservation number is decremented by 1.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 prepares a decorative universal figure 2 hold number command corresponding to the universal figure 2 hold number as an effect command (A11215), and executes an effect command setting process (A11216). Then, the game control device 100 displays the general figure display time (for example, 700 msec), which is the display time of the result of the general figure variable display game (general figure 2 variable display game) on the general figure display device 53 (variable display unit). FIG. 2 Saves in the game processing timer area (A11217), and ends the normal FIG. 2 variation start processing.

[General Figure 2 Processing during fluctuations]
Next, details of the universal figure 2 changing process (A10611) in the universal figure 2 game process will be described. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the routine-changing process in FIG.

The game control device 100 determines whether or not the hit flag 2 (hit information or deviance information) set in the universal figure 2 variation start process is a hit (A11301). When the hit flag 2 is not a hit (result of A11301 is "N"), the gaming control device 100 clears the hit flag during normal operation (A11302) and shifts to the processing of step A11304. On the other hand, when the hit flag 2 is a hit (result of A11301 is "Y"), the hit flag during normal drawing 2 is set (A11303), and the process proceeds to step A11304. The universal figure 2 hitting flag indicates that the universal figure 2 is hitting, and in each of the game processes of the ordinary figures 1, 3 and 4, another ordinary figure (other than the ordinary figures 1, 3 and 4) is hitting. It is a flag used to determine whether or not.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 sets the process number to “2” as a setting process for shifting to the process of displaying the universal figure 2 (A11304), and saves the process number in the universal figure 2 game process number area ( A11305). After that, the game control device 100 displays the general figure display time (for example, 600 msec) which is the display time of the result of the general figure variable display game (general figure 2 variable display game) on the general figure display device 53 (variable display unit). The game processing timer area in FIG. 2 is saved (A11306).

Further, the game control device 100 saves a signal regarding the end of fluctuation of the general figure 2 (normal symbol 2 during fluctuation signal is turned off) in the test signal output data area (A11307).

After that, the game control device 100 saves a stop flag indicating that the universal figure variation display game (general figure 2 variation display game) is stopped in the universal figure 2 variation control flag area (A11308), and changes the universal figure 1 variation. Medium processing ends.

[Processing during displaying normal figure 2]
Next, details of the general-purpose figure 2 displaying process (A10612) in the general-purpose figure 2 game process will be described. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the process of displaying the ordinary figure 2.

The game control device 100 first loads the hit flag 2 (hit information or deviance information) set in the universal figure 2 variation start process (A11401), and clears the RWM hit flag 2 area (A11402). Then, it is determined whether or not the hit information is set in the loaded hit flag 2 (A11403).

When the hit information is not set in the hit flag 2 (result of A11403 is “N”), the game control device 100 sets “0” as the process number for shifting to the normal process of FIG. (A11414), the process number is saved in the universal game process number area of FIG. 2 (A11415). Then, the flag during the fraud monitoring period is saved in the fraud monitoring period flag area (A11416), and the process of displaying the universal figure 2 ends.

On the other hand, when the hit information is set in the hit flag 2 (result of A11403 is “Y”), the game control device 100 prepares a command during opening of the general electric power 2 (A11404), and performs the effect command setting process. It is executed (A11405). Then, "3" is set as the processing number for shifting to the processing for hitting the normal figure 2 (A11406), and the processing number is saved in the game processing number area of the figure 2 (A11407).

After that, the game control device 100 saves the normal electric power 2 opening time (for example, 5500 msec) in the general electric power time 2 game processing timer area (A11408).

Subsequently, the game control device 100, a signal related to the start of the ordinary electric power 2 (normal symbol 2 hit during the signal is ON), a signal related to the start of the ordinary electric power 2 operation (ordinary electric auditors 2 active signal is ON), Is saved in the test signal output data area (A11409). Further, in order to output a signal for driving (turning on) the general electric 2 solenoid 37c, the ON data is saved in the general electric power 2 solenoid output data area (A11410).

In addition, the game control device 100 clears the information on the Hoden 2 count number area that stores the number of winnings to the normal variable winning device 37 (normal variable winning device 37e) (A11411). Then, the information of the Hoden 2 fraudulent prize number area, which stores the number of winnings to the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (ordinary fluctuation winning device 37e) in the Poden 2 fraud monitoring period, is cleared (A11412).

After that, a flag (outside fraud monitoring period flag) that defines the outside of the fraud monitoring period of the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37e) is saved in the normal fraud 2 fraud monitoring period flag area (A11413), and then the normal FIG. The displayed process is terminated.

[Public Figure 2 Medium processing]
Next, the details of the ordinary figure hitting hit process (A10614) in the ordinary figure 2 game process will be described. FIG. 26A is a flow chart showing the procedure of the normal hit process in FIG.

The game control device 100 first prepares a Hoden 2 closing command for closing the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37e (A11601), and executes effect command setting processing (A11602). Then, "4" is set as the process number for shifting to the universal figure 2 remaining ball process (A11603), and the process number is saved in the universal figure 2 game process number area (A11604).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 saves the Poden 2 remaining ball processing time (for example, 900 msec) in the Pozu 2 game processing timer area (A11605). After that, the OFF data is saved in the POD 2 solenoid output data area in order to set the POD 2 solenoid 37c to OFF (A11606), and the process for hitting PGD 2 ends.

In this manner, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 2 changing process (A10611) corresponding to the process number set in the universal figure 2 game process to the universal figure per-medium process (A7615), so that FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the universal den 2 can be activated. It is to be noted that the game control device 100 can operate the universal communication systems 3 and 4 in the same manner as the universal communication system 2 as shown in FIG. it can.

FIG. 26B is an example of a timing chart when the ordinary electric power lines 2 to 4 are activated.

For example, at the timing of the opening pattern 1 shown in FIG. 26B, Poden 2 to 4 (movable members 37b of the normal variation winning devices 37e to 37g) individually operate. For example, in the open pattern 1, the universal figure display time is set to 600 msec (A11306), and during this period, the universal denial 2 is in the closed state.

In addition, for example, in the opening pattern 1, the ordinary electric power 2 opening time (5500 msec) is saved in the ordinary electric figure 2 game processing timer area (A11408), and the ordinary electric power 2 is kept open during the ordinary electric power 2 opening time (5500 msec). It operates and switches from the closed state to the open state. After that, for example, the remaining sphere processing time (Universal 2 remaining sphere processing time) is set to 900 msec (A11605), and the ending time (ending time) of FIG. 2 described later is set to 100 msec (A11903), respectively, 2 is closed. It should be noted that the ordinary electric trains 3 and 4 can also operate similarly at the timing of the opening pattern 1.

[Hoden 2 remaining ball treatment]
Next, the details of the Poden 2 remaining ball processing (A10615) in the Po Figure 2 game processing will be described. FIG. 27 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the processing of the remaining electric ball of Hoden 2.

The game control device 100 first sets a process number “5” related to the end process per universal figure 2 (A11901), and saves the process number in the universal figure 2 game process number area (A11902). After that, the ending time of the universal figure 2 (for example, 100 msec) is saved in the universal figure 2 game processing timer area (A11903).

Further, the game control device 100 saves a signal (the normal electric auditors product 2 operating signal is off) regarding the end of the normal electric power 2 operation (the end of the operation of the movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37e) in the test signal output data area. (A11904). Then, the Poden 2 count number area for counting the number of prizes to the ordinary variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning apparatus 37e) is cleared (A11905), and further the Hoden 2 opening information area is cleared (A11906). After that, the processing of the remaining ball of POD 2 is completed.

[Usage diagram 2 end processing]
Next, the details of the end-of-universal-person hitting process (A10616) in the ordinary-diagram 2 game process will be described. FIG. 28 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the end process per universal figure 2.

First, the game control device 100 clears the universal figure 2 hit flag (A12101), sets a process number "0" related to the ordinary figure 2 ordinary process (A12102), and sets the process number to the ordinary figure 2 game process number. The data is saved in the area (A12103). After that, the signal regarding the end of hitting of the general figure 2 (general figure 2 variable display game) (normal symbol 2 hitting medium signal is turned off) is saved in the test signal output data area (A12104).

Furthermore, the game control device 100 saves a flag (flag during fraud monitoring period) that defines the fraud monitoring period of the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37e) in the normal communication fraud monitoring period flag area (A12105). After that, the end process for the universal figure 2 ends.

[Usually 3 game processing]
Next, details of the FIG. 3 game process (A1313c) in the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 29 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the game process of FIG. In the game process of FIG. 3, the input of the operation 3 switch 39a is monitored, the control of the entire process relating to the variable display game of FIG. 3 and the setting of the display of FIG. 3 are performed. In the game process of FIG. 3, the same process as the game processes of FIG. 1 and 2 and the game process of FIG. 4 described later is performed, but the operation switches to be monitored are different.

The game control device 100 first executes an operation 3 switch monitoring process for monitoring an input from the operation 3 switch 39a (A13601).

Next, the game control device 100 executes a Poden 3 prize switch monitoring process for monitoring the input from the operation 4 switch 39a (A13602).

When the game process number of the universal figure 3 is not 2 or more, that is, when it is 0 or 1 (the result of A13603 is "N"), the game control device 100 determines whether something other than the regular figure 3 is hit. Is determined (A13604). The game control device 100 advances the process to step A13617 when a game other than the game of FIG. 3 is hit (the result of A13604 is “Y”), and when a game other than the game of FIG. 3 is not hit (A13604: If the result is “N”), the process advances to step A13605.

On the other hand, when the universal game process number 3 is 2 or more (result of A13603 is “Y”), the game control device 100 advances the process to step A13605.

Subsequently, the game control device 100 updates -1 (subtracts only 1) if the universal figure 3 game processing timer is not 0 (A13605). In addition, the minimum value of the game processing timer of FIG. 3 is set to 0. Then, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the value of the universal figure 3 game processing timer has become 0 (A13606).

When the value of the universal figure 3 game processing timer is 0 (the result of A13606 is "Y"), that is, when the time expires or has already expired, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 3 game processing. The general-purpose FIG. 3 game sequence branch table to be referred to in order to branch to the process corresponding to the number is set in the register (A13607).

Further, the game control device 100 acquires the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the universal figure 3 game process number based on the set universal figure 3 game sequence branch table (A13608). Then, a subroutine call by the game number of the game process of FIG. 3 is performed to execute a game branching process corresponding to the game process number of the game of FIG. 3 (A13609).

When the game process number is “0” in step A13609, the game control device 100 monitors the start of variation of the universal figure 3 variable display game, and sets the variation start and effect of the universal figure 3 variable display game. Or, the normal processing of FIG. 3 is performed to set the information necessary for performing the processing of changing during normal processing of FIG. 3 (A13610).

Further, when the game process number is “1” in step A13609, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure changing process for setting information necessary for performing the ordinary figure displaying process. (A13611). For example, in the universal figure changing process, in order to shift to the universal figure displaying process, “2” is set as the game process number and saved in the universal figure 3 game process number area, and the universal figure display time is set. Save in the game processing timer area.

Further, when the game process number is “2” at step A13609, the game control device 100 sets the universal figure 3 opening time or the universal figure 3 hit if the result of the universal figure 3 variable display game is hit. Processing for displaying normal figure 3 for setting information necessary for performing middle processing is executed (A13612). For example, in the processing for displaying the universal figure 3, in order to shift to the processing for hitting the universal figure 3, the game processing number is set to "3" and saved in the universal figure 3 game processing number area. Is saved in the Hoden 3 game processing timer area. On the other hand, when the result of the universal figure 3 variable display game is out of order, "0" is set as the game processing number and the game processing number is saved in the universal figure 3 game processing number area in order to shift to the regular figure 3 normal processing.

If the game process number is "3" at step A13609, the game control device 100 sets the information necessary for continuing the process of hitting the normal figure 3 or performing the normal ball 3 remaining ball process. The normal process in FIG. 3 is executed (A13614). For example, in the normal figure winning hit process, after the setting for opening the normal variable winning device 37 (normal variable winning device 37f) a predetermined number of times, the game process is performed in order to shift to the normal ball remaining ball process. Set "4" as the number and save it in the game processing number area of FIG.

Further, when the game process number is "4" in step A13609, the game control device 100 executes the ordinary electric ball 3 remaining ball process for setting the information necessary for performing the end process for the universal figure 3. (A13615). For example, in the normal ball remaining ball process, the game process number is set to "5" in order to shift to the end process for normal map 3 and saved in the general game process number area, and the ending time for normal map 3 is set. Is saved in the game processing timer area in FIG.

Further, when the game process number is "5" in step A13609, the game control device 100 performs the end process of the per-universal-game 3 setting such as the information necessary for performing the normal process (A13610) in the normal-universal state. It is executed (A13616). For example, in the end-of-life process of FIG. 3, the game process number is set to “0” and the game process number area is saved in order to move to the process of FIG.

After that, the game control device 100 prepares a universal figure 3 variation control table for controlling the variation of the normal symbol by the universal figure display 53 (variation display section 53) (A13617). After that, the symbol variation control process related to the control of the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal symbol display 53 is executed (A13618), and the universal symbol 3 game process is ended.

On the other hand, when the value of the universal game process timer is not 0 (the result of A13606 is "N"), that is, when the time has not expired, the game control device 100 executes the processing of step A13617 and thereafter.

[Usually 4 game processing]
Next, the details of the FIG. 4 game process (A1313d) in the timer interrupt process will be described. FIG. 30 is a flow chart showing the procedure of the game process of FIG. In the game process of FIG. 4, the input of the operation 4 switch 39a is monitored, the control of the entire process relating to the variable display game of FIG. 4 and the setting of the display of FIG. 4 are performed. In the game process of FIG. 4, the same process as the game process of FIGS. 1 to 3 is performed, but the operation switches to be monitored are different.

The game control device 100 first executes an operation 4 switch monitoring process for monitoring the input from the operation 4 switch 39a (A14601).

Subsequently, the game control device 100 executes a Poden 4 winning switch monitoring process for monitoring the input from the operation 5 switch 39a (A14602).

If the game control device 100 is not equal to or greater than 2 in the universal figure 4, that is, if it is 0 or 1 (result of A14603 is "N"), whether or not something other than universal figure 4 is hit. Is determined (A14604). The game control device 100 advances the process to step A14617 when the game other than the normal game is hit (the result of A14604 is “Y”), and when the game other than the common game is not hit (A14604: If the result is “N”), the process advances to step A14605.

On the other hand, when the universal game process number 4 is 2 or more (the result of A14603 is “Y”), the game control device 100 advances the process to step A14605.

Next, the game control device 100 updates -1 (subtracts only 1) if the universal game process timer is not 0 (A14605). In addition, the minimum value of the game processing timer of FIG. 4 is set to 0. Then, the game control device 100 determines whether or not the value of the universal figure 4 game processing timer has become 0 (A14606).

When the value of the universal figure 4 game processing timer is 0 (the result of A14606 is "Y"), that is, when the game control apparatus 100 has timed up or has already timed out, the gaming control apparatus 100 executes the universal figure 4 game processing. The general-purpose FIG. 4 game sequence branch table referred to in order to branch to the process corresponding to the number is set in the register (A14607).

Further, the game control device 100 acquires the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the universal figure 4 game process number based on the set universal figure 4 game sequence branch table (A14608). Then, a subroutine call with the universal figure 4 game process number is performed to execute a game branch process corresponding to the universal figure 4 game process number (A14609).

When the game process number is “0” in step A14609, the game control device 100 monitors the start of fluctuation of the universal display variable display game, and sets the start of fluctuation and the effect setting of the universal display variable display game. Alternatively, the universal figure 4 ordinary processing for setting the information necessary for performing the routine figure 4 changing processing is executed (A14610).

Further, when the game process number is “1” in step A14609, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure changing process which sets the information necessary for performing the ordinary figure displaying process. (A14611). For example, in the universal figure 4 changing process, in order to shift to the universal figure 4 displaying process, "2" is set as the game process number and saved in the universal figure 4 game process number area. Save in the game processing timer area.

Further, when the game processing number is “2” in step A14609, the game control device 100 sets the universal figure 4 opening time or the universal figure 4 hit if the result of the universal figure 4 variable display game is a hit. The general-purpose display process in FIG. 4 for setting information necessary for performing the middle process is executed (A14612). For example, in the processing for displaying the universal figure 4, in order to shift to the processing for hitting the universal figure 4, "3" is set as the game processing number and saved in the game processing number area of the universal figure 4, and the opening time for the universal communication 4 is set. Is saved in the Hoden 4 game processing timer area. On the other hand, when the result of the universal figure 4 variable display game is out of order, "0" is set as the game process number and the game process number is saved in the universal figure 4 game process number area in order to shift to the ordinary process of the universal figure 4 process.

Further, when the game process number is "3" in step A14609, the game control device 100 sets the information necessary for continuing the process of hitting the normal figure 4 or performing the normal ball remaining ball process. The normal process in FIG. 4 is executed (A14614). For example, in the hit game process in FIG. 4, after the setting for opening the normal variation winning device 37 (ordinary variation winning device 37g) a predetermined number of times, the game process is performed in order to shift to the normal ball remaining ball process. Set "4" as the number and save it in the universal figure 4 game processing number area.

Further, when the game process number is "4" in step A14609, the game control device 100 executes the ordinary electric ball 4 remaining ball process for setting the information necessary for performing the end process for the universal figure 4. (A14615). For example, in the normal ball remaining ball process, the game process number is set to "5" in order to shift to the end process of the universal map 4 and saved in the universal game number field, and the ending time of the universal map 4 is set. Is saved in the game processing timer area of FIG.

Further, when the game process number is "5" in step A14609, the game control device 100 carries out the end process of hitting normal figure 4 for setting information necessary for performing the normal processing of normal figure 4 (A14610). Execute (A14616). For example, in the end-of-universal game end process, "0" is set as the game process number and the game process number is saved in the general-purpose FIG.

After that, the game control device 100 prepares a universal figure 4 variation control table for controlling the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal figure display 53 (variation display section 53) (A14617). After that, the symbol variation control process relating to the control of the variation of the ordinary symbol by the universal symbol display 53 is executed (A14618), and the universal symbol 4 game process is ended.

On the other hand, if the value of the game process timer for universal FIG. 4 is not 0 (result of A14606 is “N”), that is, if the time is not up, the game control device 100 executes the process of step A14617 and thereafter.

[Example of a timing chart when executing the variable display game in FIGS. 1 to 4 (No. 1)]
FIG. 31A is an example (No. 1) of the timing chart when the game control device 100 executes the normal display games of FIGS.

At the time t1 of FIG. 31A, the game ball passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or enters the universal figure starting opening 34b (or wins) and is stored based on the universal figure 1 starting memory (general figure 1 hold). Then, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 1 variable display game (typical figure 1). When the universal figure 1 variable display game is executed, the number of the universal figure 1 hold is decremented by 1 (-1 update), and the universal figure 1 hold relating to the running universal figure 1 variable display game is being held ( Digestion 1 (Elimination 1)). After that, the general-purpose variable display game is stopped and a win occurs.

At the time t2 after the universal display variable display game is stopped based on the pending hold (erasing 1) of the normal universal hold, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 1 ) To the open state (open). By opening the normal electric power 1, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area 32 by hitting the right can be won in the normal variable winning device 37d.

Then, the game control device 100 stores the universal figure starting memory (universal figure 2 hold) every time the gaming ball wins the normal variation winning device 37d. At time t2, Poden 1 is released, and, for example, four game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37d, so that four U2 reserveds are stored (four reserved). It should be noted that, as for the general electric power 1, the general electric power 1 opening time (for example, 5500 msec (general electric power 1 opening time 1) or 1900 msec (general electric power 1 opening time 2)) has passed, or the general electric power 1 count is the upper limit value (eg 4) or more. Then, the open state is switched to the closed state (closed).

When the general electric train 1 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the game control device 100 causes the oldest one of the stored four universal figure 2 start memories (public figure 2 hold (public figure 2 hold 1 to 4)). Based on the hold (Public Figure 2 Hold 1 (Purpose 1)), the Universal Figure 2 variable display game (Public Figure 2) is executed. By executing the universal figure 2 variable display game, the universal figure 2 hold number is decremented by 1 (-1 update), and the universal figure 2 hold number becomes 3. After that, the general-purpose FIG. 2 variable display game is stopped and a win occurs.

Subsequently, at a time t3 after the universal figure 2 variable display game based on the universal figure 2 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 2) of the normal variable prize winning device 37e. To the open state (open). The game ball flowing down can be won in the normal variation winning device 37e by opening the Poden 2.

Then, the game control device 100 stores the universal figure starting memory (universal figure 3 hold) every time the gaming ball wins the normal variation winning device 37e. At time t3, Poden 2 is released, and, for example, four game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37e, so that four U3 reserved numbers are stored (four reserved). It should be noted that the ordinary electric power 2 is switched from the open state to the closed state (closed) when the ordinary electric power 2 opening time (for example, 5500 msec) elapses or when the ordinary electric power 2 count reaches an upper limit value (for example, 4).

When the ordinary electric power train 2 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the game control device 100 has the oldest one of the four stored universal figure 3 start memories (public figure 3 hold (public figure 3 hold 1 to 4). Based on the hold (Public figure 3 hold 1 (Purpose 1)), the general figure 3 variable display game (Public figure 3) is executed. By executing the ordinary figure 3 variable display game, the ordinary figure 3 hold number is decremented by 1 (-1 update), and the ordinary figure 3 hold number becomes 3. After that, the variation display game in FIG. 3 is stopped and a win occurs.

Next, at time t4 after the universal figure 3 variable display game based on universal figure 3 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 3) of the normal variable prize winning device 37f to move. To the open state (open). When the Poden 3 is in the open state, the game ball flowing down can be won in the normal variable winning device 37f.

Then, the game control device 100 stores the universal figure start memory (universal figure 4 hold) every time the gaming ball wins the normal variation winning device 37f. At time t4, the Poden 3 is released, and, for example, four game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37f, and four Pogo 4 holds are stored (4 holds). It should be noted that the ordinary electric power 3 is switched from the open state to the closed state (closed) when the ordinary electric power 3 opening time (for example, 5500 msec) elapses or when the ordinary electric power 3 count reaches an upper limit value (for example, 6).

When the ordinary electric power train 3 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the game control device 100 has the oldest one of the stored four universal figure 4 starting memories (public figure 4 hold (universal figure 4 hold 1 to 4)). Based on the hold (Public figure 4 hold 1 (Purpose 1)), the general figure 4 variable display game (Public figure 4) is executed. By executing the universal figure 4 variable display game, the universal figure 4 hold number is decremented by 1 (updated by -1), and the universal figure 4 hold number becomes 3. After that, the FIG. 4 variable display game is stopped and a win occurs.

Subsequently, at time t5a after the universal figure 4 variable display game based on universal figure 4 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 4) of the regular variable prize device 37g to move. To the open state (open). The game ball flowing down can be won in the normal variation winning device 37g by opening the Poden 4.

Then, the ordinary electric power 4 is switched from the open state to the closed state (closed) when the ordinary electric power 4 opening time (for example, 5500 msec) elapses or when the ordinary electric power 4 count reaches an upper limit value (for example, 6). When the ordinary electric train 4 is switched to the closed state, the game control device 100 holds the oldest one of the remaining three ordinary electric FIG. 4 starting memories (the ordinary electric FIG. 4 hold 2 to 4) (the ordinary electric FIG. 4 hold 2 (hold 2)). Based on the above, the universal figure 4 variable display game (universal figure 4) is executed, and thereafter, the universal figure 4 variable display game is stopped and hits.

It should be noted that the number of the public figure 4 hold 2 to 4 is advanced one by one when the number of the common figure 4 hold 1 is exhausted, but in the explanation of the timing chart below, which universal figure 4 hold is being exhausted. In order to make it easier to understand whether or not there is a description, the +1 rounding up of the ranking is omitted. Similarly, the +1 rounding up of the rankings of the numbers 2 to 4 for holding the universal figure 2 and the numbers 2 to 4 for holding the universal figure 3 will be omitted in the same manner.

Next, at time t5b after the universal figure 4 variable display game based on universal figure 4 hold 2 (maintain 2) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 4) of the regular variable prize device 37g to move. To the open state (open). That is, the ordinary train 4 is opened for the second time.

After that, in the same manner, when the opening time of the ordinary electricity 4 is reached or the upper limit value of the ordinary electricity 4 count is reached, the electricity at the ordinary electricity 4 is switched from the open state to the closed state. When the normal battery 4 is switched to the closed state, the game control device 100 holds the older one of the remaining two universal memory 4 starting memories (normal FIG. 4 hold 3, 4) (normal FIG. 4 hold 3 (hold 3)). ), the universal figure 4 variable display game (public figure 4) is executed, and then the universal figure 4 variable display game is stopped and hit.

Subsequently, at time t5c after the universal figure 4 variable display game based on universal figure 4 hold 3 (maintenance 3) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 4) of the ordinary variable prize device 37g to move. To the open state (open). That is, the ordinary train 4 is opened for the third time.

After that, in the same manner, when the opening time of the ordinary electricity 4 is reached or the upper limit value of the ordinary electricity 4 count is reached, the electricity at the ordinary electricity 4 is switched from the open state to the closed state. When the normal battery 4 is switched to the closed state, the game control device 100, based on the remaining general memory 4 starting memory (general character 4 hold 4 (maintenance 4)), the common character variable display game (general character 4). Is executed, and then the normal FIG. When the universal figure 4 variable display game based on universal figure 4 hold 4 is executed, the universal figure 4 starting memory number (universal figure 4 reserved number) is completely exhausted to zero.

Subsequently, at a time t5d after the universal figure 4 variable display game based on the universal figure 4 hold 4 (maintenance 4) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 4) of the normal variable prize winning device 37g. To the open state (open). That is, the ordinary train 4 is opened for the fourth time. In this way, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 4 with priority over the ordinary figures 2 and 3 even in the state where there are the ordinary figure 2 starting memory numbers and the universal figure 3 starting memory numbers (for example, 3) ( Priority change). Further, as will be described later, even in the state where there is the number of starting memory for universal figure 2 (for example, 3), the game control device 100 executes universal figure 3 in preference to ordinary figure 2 (priority change). In addition, when there is a universal figure 1 starting memory number (in the case of two or more condominiums), the game control device 100 can similarly execute universal figures 2 to 4 in preference to universal figure 1.

After that, in the same manner, when the opening time of the ordinary electricity 4 is reached or the upper limit value of the ordinary electricity 4 count is reached, the electricity at the ordinary electricity 4 is switched from the open state to the closed state. When the universal memory 4 is switched to the closed state in the state in which the number of starting memory is 0, the game control device 100 executes the universal display variable display game on the basis of the universal state 2 hold 2 (hold 2). Then, after that, the general-purpose FIG. 3 variable display game is stopped and the game is won.

Subsequently, at a time t6 after the universal figure 3 variable display game based on the universal figure 3 hold 2 (hold 2) is stopped, the game control device 100, the movable member 37b (normal battery 3) of the normal variable prize device 37f. To the open state (open). That is, Fuden 3 is opened for the second time.

Then, the game control apparatus 100 stores the universal figure 4 starting memory (general figure 4 hold (for example, four)) every time the game ball wins the normal variation winning apparatus 37f, and the regular electricity 3 opening time (for example, 5500 msec). ), or when the count value of Poden 3 reaches or exceeds the upper limit value (for example, 6), Poden 3 is switched from the open state to the closed state (closed).

When the ordinary electric power train 3 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the game control device 100 causes the oldest hold (Public Figure 4 hold 1 (Hold 1)) in the stored Universal FIG. ), the general-purpose FIG. 4 variable display game (general-purpose FIG. 4) is executed. After that, every time the universal figure 4 variable display game is executed, the universal figure 4 hold number is decremented by 1 (updated by -1), and until the universal figure 4 hold number becomes 0, the above-mentioned variation of universal figure 4 and universal network It is repeated with the opening of.

[Examples of timing charts for executing variable display game in general figures 1 to 4]
FIG. 31B is an example (No. 2) of the timing chart when the game control device 100 executes the normal display games of FIGS. Note that in the following description of the timing chart, the contents overlapping with FIG. 31A will be omitted as appropriate.

In FIG. 31B, an example of the timing from when the universal figure 3 variable display game (generic figure 3) based on the ordinary figure 3 hold 4 is stopped and hit will be described. It should be noted that, by the universal figure 3 based on the universal figure 3 hold 4 executed immediately before the time t54, the number of the universal figure 3 hold is completely exhausted to 0. In addition, the number of reservations for the public figure 2 is decremented by 1 to be 3 (the number of reservations for the public figure 2 is 2 to 4), and the number of reservations for the universal figure 4 is all exhausted and is 0.

At time t54 in FIG. 31B, Poden 3 is released, and, for example, four game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37f, so that four universal figure 4 reservations (universal figure 4 reservations 1 to 4) are stored. Will be held (4 on hold).

After that, when the ordinary electric power train 3 is switched from the opened state to the closed state, the game control device 100 executes the ordinary electric figure 4 variation display game (the ordinary figure 4) based on the ordinary figure 4 hold 1 (hold 1), and When the universal map 4 is a hit, the universal carrier 4 is opened at the subsequent time t55a.

Thereafter, from time t55b to time t55d, as in the case of time t5b to t5d in FIG. 31A, every time the stop result of the general FIG. Switch to state.

Then, when the universal map 4 is completely closed, that is, when the universal map 4 number of reservations is 0 and the universal communication 4 is switched to the closed state, the game control device 100 causes the universal map 2 reserve 2 (maintain 2 ), the general-purpose Fig. 2 variable display game (general-purpose diagram 2) is executed, and then the general-purpose Fig. 2 variable display game is stopped and hit.

Next, at time t32 after the universal figure 2 variable display game based on universal figure 2 hold 2 (maintain 2) is stopped, the game control device 100 moves the movable member (normal battery 2) of the regular variable prize winning device 37e. Switch to the open state (open). That is, the ordinary train 2 is opened for the second time.

Then, the game control device 100 stores the universal figure 3 starting memory (general figure 3 hold (for example, four)) each time the gaming ball wins the normal variation winning device 37e, and the passage of the ordinary electric power 2 opening time or When the upper limit of the number of ordinary electric power 2 counts is reached, ordinary electric power 2 switches from the open state to the closed state (closed). When the ordinary electric power train 2 is switched to the closed state, the game control device 100 causes the oldest hold (usually held in FIG. 3 to hold) in the stored ordinary FIG. 1 (maintenance 1)), the universal figure 3 variable display game (typical figure 3) is executed, and thereafter, the universal figure 3 variable display game is stopped and becomes a hit.

Then, at time t42 after the universal figure 3 variable display game based on universal figure 3 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b (normal battery 3) of the regular variable prize device 37f to move. To the open state (open).

Then, the game control device 100 stores the universal figure start memory (universal figure 4 hold) every time the gaming ball wins the normal variation winning device 37f. At time t42, Poden 3 is released, and, for example, four game balls are won in the normal variation winning device 37f, so that four universal figure 4 holds (universal figure 4 hold 1 to 4) are stored (holding). 4).

When the ordinary electric train 3 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the game control device 100 executes the universal figure 4 variable display game (General figure 4) based on the universal figure 4 hold 1 (main figure 1), and thereafter, Normally, the variable display game is stopped and hit.

Subsequently, at time t52 after the universal figure 4 variable display game (generic figure 4) based on universal figure 4 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, the game control device 100 causes the movable member 37b of the regular variable prize device 37g to move. Switch (Normal Den 4) to the open state (open). After that, after the POU 4 is switched to the closed state, the POU 4 is opened every time the POU 4 variable display game based on the POU 4 hold 2 to 4 (P2 to 4) is executed in the same manner. The state is switched to, and the flowing down game balls can be won in the normal variation winning device 37g.

Thus, the universal figure 2 variable display game (public figure 2) based on one universal figure 2 hold stores the universal figure 3 hold up to the upper limit value (for example, 4), and based on the stored universal figure 3 hold. It is possible to execute the general-purpose figure 3 variable display game (general-purpose figure 3) a plurality of times (up to the upper limit value of the general-purpose figure 3 hold). Also, in the universal figure 4 variable display game (typical figure 4), similarly, the universal figure 4 pending display is stored up to the upper limit value (for example, 6) by the universal figure 3 variable display game based on one universal figure 3 pending. , Can be executed multiple times (up to the upper limit of the reservation in FIG. 4). That is, by executing the universal figure 2 once, the universal figure 3 is executed a maximum of 4 times (1×4) and the universal figure 4 is executed a maximum of 24 times (1×4×6). In addition, by executing the universal figure 1 once, the universal figure 2 is a maximum of 4 times (1×4), the universal figure 3 is a maximum of 16 times (1×4×4), and the universal figure 4 is a maximum of 96 times (1×4). 4x4x6), respectively.

After that, similarly, a plurality of public drawing 3 holds is stored by executing the public drawing 2 based on the public drawing 2 holds 3 and 4, and a plurality of public maps is stored by executing the public drawing 3 based on the public drawing 3 hold. 4 Hold is stored and the routine of FIG. 4 is executed. Then, all of the universal figure reservations (universal figure 1 to 4 reservations) are exhausted, so that a series of processing is performed, that is, execution of the universal figure 1 to 4 and normal communication 1 to 4 when the universal figure is hit. Opening ends.

[Modified example of timing chart when executing variable display game in FIGS. 1 to 4]
FIG. 32 is a modification example of the timing chart when the game control device 100 executes the variable display game of FIGS.

In the above description, the game control device 100 executes the next universal figure variation display game (universal figures 1 to 4) after each regular electric vehicle (genuine 1 to 4) is switched from the open state to the closed state. Was there. However, as in the modified example of the timing chart shown in FIG. 33, the game control device 100, when the previous POD (POD 1 to 3) is in the open state, the next PED start memory (PAD 2 4) is generated, the general figure variation display game (general figures 2 to 4) may be executed based on the general figure starting memory.

That is, the game control device 100 updates +1 by the operation 1 to 3 switch common processing when any of the commands during opening of the ordinary electric power sources 1 to 3 is prepared (when the previous ordinary electric power source is in the open state). In response to the suspension of the universal figure 2-4, the next universal figure variable display game (general figures 2 to 4) can be started.

Specifically, as shown at time t1 in FIG. 32, the universal figure 1 variable display game (universal figure 1) is executed based on the universal figure 1 starting memory (general figure 1 hold, digestion 1 (erased 1)). After that, when the general-purpose figure 1 is stopped and hits, after that, at time t2, the ordinary electric prize 1 (movable member 37b of the ordinary variation winning device 37d) is opened, and the gaming ball is placed in the ordinary variation winning device 37d. You can win the prize.

Then, at the time t2a, when the game ball is won in the normal variation winning device 37d while the Poden 1 is open, the universal figure changing display game (general figure 2 variation display game (general figure 2 ) Is started. Therefore, since the universal figure 2 starting memory corresponding to the started universal figure 2 is suspended (disappearing 1) during digestion, up to the upper limit value (for example, 4) of the universal figure 2 holding number (universal figure 2 starting memory number). It is possible to newly save the general-purpose starting memory from 0. Therefore, in this modified example, in addition to the hold updated by +1 up to the upper limit value, the universal figure 2 can be executed once more based on the hold during digestion (for example, 1 digest + 4 reserves). ). It should be noted that the ordinary electric train 1 corresponds to the former electric train at the previous stage (previous stage), and the starting memory for the ordinary drawing 2 corresponds to the starting memory for the next stage (next step).

Further, at time t3, when the Poden 2 is opened, the game ball can be won in the normal variation winning device 37e. Then, when the game ball is won in the normal variation winning device 37e, the universal figure changing display game (public figure 3) is started immediately based on the universal figure starting memory generated by the winning. Therefore, similarly, the universal figure 3 starting memory corresponding to the started universal figure 3 is suspended (disappearing 1), and thus the universal figure 3 starting memory is newly accumulated from 0 to an upper limit value (for example, 4). It is possible (for example, 1 digest + 4 reserves). It should be noted that the ordinary electric train 2 corresponds to the former electric train in the first stage, and the starting memory of the ordinary map 3 corresponds to the starting memory of the next stage.

Then, at time t4, when the Poden 3 is opened, the game ball can be won in the normal variation winning device 37f. Then, when the game ball is won in the normal variation winning device 37f, similarly, the universal figure 4 variation display game (public figure 4) is started immediately, and the universal figure 4 start memory corresponding to the started universal figure 4 is exhausted. Since the medium is held (erased 1), it is possible to newly store the universal memory 4 starting memory (usually universal memory 4) from 0 to the upper limit value (for example, 6). Note that, in the modified example of FIG. 32, similar to the examples of FIGS. 31A and 31B, when the number of starting memory for starting FIG. (For example, 5500 msec) has been completed (1 digestion + 4 reservations). In addition, the ordinary electric train 3 corresponds to the former ordinary electric train, and the universal figure 4 starting memory corresponds to the subsequent universal figure starting memory.

Then, at the time t5a after the universal figure 4 started based on the hold during the digestion (erasing 1) is stopped in the hit state, the universal network 4 is switched to the open state. Here, the universal figure 4 starting memory when the universal den 4 is in an open state is the universal figure starting memory at the same stage (at the same stage) as the universal den 4 and the next stage universal figure starting memory as described above. Is not equivalent to. Therefore, the game control device 100 waits until the Poden 4 is changed from the open state to the closed state, and after the Poden 4 is switched to the closed state, the general-purpose starting memory (general-chart 4 hold 1 (maintenance 1)). 4 is executed based on the above. Therefore, the fluctuations of the universal network 4 and the opening of the universal network 4 are alternately performed without overlapping.

After that, from time t5b to time t5e, the fluctuation of the universal figure 4 based on the universal figure 4 hold 1 to 4 (maintenance 1 to 4) and the opening of the universal network 4 are alternately repeated, and When all of the starting memory shown in FIG. 4 is exhausted, the universal figure 3 is executed based on the universal figure 3 hold 1 (hold 1). Note that the universal figure 3 hold (maintenance 1, universal figure 3 start memory) corresponds to the universal figure start memory in the preceding stage of the universal station 4, but the universal station 4 is closed as shown at time t5e in FIG. The fluctuation may be started immediately without waiting for the change.

Then, the universal figure 3 variable display game based on the universal figure 3 hold 1 (main 1) is stopped, and then the universal den 3 is opened at time t6, and thereafter, similarly, based on the pending hold and the universal figure 4 hold. (1 digestion + n holdings), the fluctuations of the general map 4 and the opening of the general den 4 are repeated. In addition, a series of processing is performed until all the universal figures are reserved (general figures 1 to 4 are reserved), that is, execution of the universal figures 1 to 4 and opening of the general electric vehicles 1 to 4 when the universal figure is hit. Is repeated.

[Game board of second modification]
The game board 30 is not limited to the configuration shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, and may be configured as shown in FIG. FIG. 33 is a front view of the game board 30 of the second modified example.

In the game board 30 of the second modified example, three universal figure starting gates 34 and ordinary symbol starting ports 34b are provided in series (in a row) vertically (downward direction of the game ball) in a substantially lower center of the game area 32. Has been. Inside the three universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting port 34b, operation 1a to 1n switch 34a (for detecting a game ball passing through the universal figure starting gate 34 or entering the universal figure starting port 34b ( Gate switch, see FIG. 3). Similarly, in the game board 30 of the second modified example, when the game ball hit in the game area 32 passes through the universal figure starting gate 34 or enters the universal figure starting port 34b, the universal figure 1 variable display game is executed. It

Further, the game control device 100 of the second modified example can also generate the predetermined game state again after the end of the predetermined game state on the basis of the universal figure 1 starting memory (the universal figure 1 hold) (a predetermined game state resort). ).

Here, in the game board 30 of the second modified example, as shown in FIG. 33, the three universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting ports 34b are arranged vertically so that one gaming ball is provided. It is easy to pass through or enter the ball, but it is possible to generate four times of ordinary figure 1 starting memory (universal figure 1 hold) at once, and to repeat the predetermined game state four times (four consecutive holidays).

It should be noted that the plurality of universal figure starting gates 34 and the universal figure starting ports 34b described above only need to be provided so that one game ball can pass continuously, and are not arranged vertically in a line. Good. Further, in the above-described embodiment, the configuration in which the universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting port 34b are arranged side by side has been described. For example, in the gaming machine 10 capable of executing the special figure variation display game, the special figure starting gate and the special figure starting port are provided. May be arranged side by side, or another gate and another starting port may be arranged side by side. Further, the universal figure starting gate 34 and the universal figure starting opening 34b may be arranged side by side with other gates and other starting openings.

[Variable universal start gate]
Further, the universal figure starting gate 34 is not limited to the configuration provided in series as in FIG. 2A described above, but may be provided as shown in FIG. 34. FIG. 34 is a perspective view of a universal figure starting gate 34 of a modified example.

In the universal figure starting gate 34 of the modified example, a multi-stage (for example, 3 stages (1st stage, 2nd stage, 3rd stage)) crune is vertically arranged (downward direction of the game balls) in 3 stages (one row). Configured into a shape. The clune is, for example, a dish-shaped member on which a game ball can roll.

Each clune is provided with, for example, a universal figure starting gate 34 through which the game ball can pass, and two outlets 30b for collecting the game ball. In addition, in each clune, two or more universal figure starting gates 34 may be provided, and one or three or more outlets 30b may be provided. Further, the number of stages of the clune is not limited to three and may be increased or decreased to two or less or four or more.

The game ball can flow down to the 2nd-stage klune by passing through the universal lane starting gate 34 of the 1st stage klune, and the 3rd stage lane by passing through the universal diagram starting gate 34 of the 2nd stage klune. Can flow down to.

On the other hand, the game balls are collected as they are when they enter the out port 30b provided in the clune of each stage. Therefore, a single game ball can be passed through the universal figure starting gate 34 up to three times, and the player can increase his/her expectation to hit the game.

The game ball that has passed through the universal figure starting gate 34 of the third tier may flow down, or may be recovered as it is at the exit of the universal figure starting gate 34. In the case of collecting as it is at the exit, the third-stage gate functions as a universal figure starting port 34b into which a game ball is entered. On the other hand, when the game ball flows down, by providing a universal figure starting opening 34b (not shown) below the universal figure starting gate 34 of the third lane, the game ball is placed in the universal figure starting opening 34b. You can also enter the ball.

In addition, instead of providing an outlet 30b for collecting the game balls in each clune, a through hole through which the game balls can pass is provided to allow the game balls to enter the universal figure starting gates 34 at each stage. ) May be increased. By providing the passage opening in this way, for example, even if the game ball cannot pass through the universal starting gate 34 in the first lane, it can pass through the universal starting gate 34 in the second and third lanes. Since the opportunities continue, it is possible to fuel the expectation of the player and improve the interest of the game.

Instead of the third-stage clune, a display device for displaying the clune is provided on the display screen, and the decorative figure variation is performed by using the hit symbol random number 1 generated when passing through the second-stage universal figure starting gate 34. You may perform the effect by a display game on the said display screen. For example, when the decorative display variation display game is a win, it is possible to make a dramatic effect that the game ball enters the clune on the display screen.

Further, a through hole may be provided in place of the first and second universal drawing starting gates 34 so that the universal figure 1 starting memory is generated only when the third universal drawing starting gate 34 is passed.

[Operation/Effect of First Embodiment]
The gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment includes a game control means (game control device 100) capable of executing a game (universal figure variation display game, general figure), and when the result of the game is a predetermined result (hit). In addition, it is possible to generate a predetermined game state that is advantageous to the player. In the gaming machine 10, a plurality of starting areas (universal figure starting gate 34, general figure starting opening 34b) through which a game ball flowing down the game area 32 can pass or enter, and a game ball has passed or entered the starting area. In this case, it is provided with a storage means (game control device 100) capable of storing a predetermined memory (general figure starting memory, universal figure 1 hold) as a right to generate a predetermined game state. The plurality of starting areas are arranged such that one game ball can pass through or enter the plurality of starting areas continuously.

According to the gaming machine 10 as described above, a plurality of hits are likely to occur, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, in the starting area arranged at the bottom of the game area 32 among the plurality of starting areas (universal figure starting gate 34, general figure starting opening 34b), the game ball enters. It is a possible starting port (universal figure starting port 34b).

According to the gaming machine 10 as described above, the game balls that have passed through the starting area other than the lowermost area enter the lowermost starting area, so that a plurality of hits are easily generated and the lowermost starting area is provided. Since the game balls are collected and the predetermined result (hit) is obtained, the player can easily recognize that the predetermined result is obtained, and the interest can be improved.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, when the game ball passes or enters the starting area (universal figure starting gate 34, ordinary figure starting port 34b), a predetermined memory (universal figure starting memory, ordinary figure starting memory 1 As a hold), a storage unit (game control device 100) capable of storing a start memory corresponding to the right to execute a game (universal figure variation display game, general figure) is provided, and a predetermined gaming state occurs when the game is executed ( That is, the probability that the game will have a predetermined result (win) is 100%).

According to the gaming machine 10 as described above, when the game ball passes or enters the starting area, the player hits the starting area, so that the player's motivation to aim at the starting area can be further increased and the interest can be improved. ..

The gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment includes a game control means (game control device 100) capable of executing a game (general figure variation display game, general figure) and an effect control means (effect) capable of executing an effect associated with the game. The control device 300) is provided, and a predetermined game state advantageous to the player can be generated when the result of the game is a predetermined result (hit). The gaming machine 10 includes a display device 41 capable of displaying a display related to the game, and a plurality of starting areas (a universal figure starting gate 34, a universal figure starting opening 34b) through which a game ball flowing down the game area 32 can pass or enter. ) And, when a game ball passes or enters the starting area, a storage means (game control device) capable of storing a predetermined memory (general figure starting memory, ordinary figures 1 to 4 hold) as a right to generate a predetermined game state. 100), and. The plurality of starting areas are arranged such that one game ball can pass through or enter the plurality of starting areas continuously. The effect control device displays a display related to the game on the display device 41 when a predetermined game state is entered or when a predetermined memory is stored.

According to the gaming machine 10 as described above, the player can visually recognize on the display screen of the display device 41 such as right-handed hitting (right-handing instruction), the number of consecutive hits (number of consecutive villas), and the current villa. Since the number of hits, the number of hits, the number of memory for starting each universal figure (the number of each universal figure held), the number of acquired balls, etc. are displayed and a plurality of hits are easily generated, the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

[Second Embodiment]
The game control device 100 included in the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 35 to 37B. The configuration other than that described below may be the same as that of the first embodiment. Further, in the following embodiments, the same reference numerals are used for the configurations that perform the same functions as those in the first embodiment, and the duplicate description will be appropriately omitted.

[Appearance of game control device of second embodiment]
FIG. 35 is a diagram showing an appearance of the game control device 100 according to the second embodiment.

The game control device 100 shown in FIG. 35 is configured as a board box for housing a game control board.

The board box is a mounting base (first case member) mounted on the gaming machine 1, and a lid member (second case member) mounted on the mounting base and defining a storage space for storing the game control board between the mounting base and the mounting base. Member) 550. The board box is made of transparent synthetic resin, and the game control board housed inside can be seen through even when the lid member 550 is attached to the attachment base.

The mounting base (first case member) and the lid member (second case member) 550 are sealed by a one-way screw (fixing tool) that can be turned only in the tightening direction. In order to take out the game control board, it is necessary to disconnect the one-way screw. Therefore, when the fixation between the mounting base and the lid member 550 is released, a trace remains, which can be easily found when an illegal act such as exchanging the game control board is performed.

The game control device 100 is provided with a terminal for connecting to each component in the game machine or an external device. Specifically, in order from the left on the upper part of the board box, an operation 1a switch connector 511, an operation 1b switch connector 512, a collective display connector 513, a performance connector 514, and various switch connectors 515 including operation 2-5 switches 39a. Equipped with. Further, an inspection terminal connector 516 is provided on the lower left side, and an information output connector 517 and a power source connector 518 are provided on the lower right side.

Explaining each terminal, the operation 1a switch connector 511 is connected to the operation 1a switch 34a, the operation 1b switch connector 512 is connected to the operation 1b switch 34b, and a signal is input when a game ball is won in the universal starting gate 34. To be done.

The collective display connector 513 is connected to the collective display device 50 through the connection wiring 501. The collective display connector 513 is composed of 12 pins in two rows. Further, the collective display connector 513 is arranged in a state of being sandwiched by another connector, that is, arranged inside the other connector. As a result, it is possible to reduce the possibility of damage/connection failure factors such as hitting a game ball at the time of installation on the island facility, etc., and various displays are not displayed on the collective display device 50 to grasp the progress of the game. It is possible to prevent the inconvenience of being unable to do so.

The effect control device 300 is connected to the effect connector 514, and commands relating to the game are transmitted. To the various switch connectors 515, operation 2-5 switches 39a, count switches, etc. are connected. The operation 1c switch 34a corresponding to the universal figure starting port 34b may be connected.

The inspection terminal connector 516 is connected to the inspection device 500 and outputs an inspection signal. The information output connector 517 outputs game data to an external device such as an information collecting device or a management device (not shown). The power supply connector 518 is connected to the power supply device 450 and the payout control device 410, receives power supply, receives signals such as power failure monitoring signals and reset signals, and sends and receives commands relating to payout.

[Around the connector of the game control device of the second embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIG. 36A to FIG. 36C, the configuration around the connector (particularly the operation 1b switch connector 512) of the game control device 100 of the second embodiment will be described.

FIG. 36A is an enlarged front view of a part of the game control device 100 according to the second embodiment. FIG. 36B is an enlarged view (back surface) of the pattern (circuit, wiring) around the operation 1b switch connector 512 of the game control device 100 according to the second embodiment seen from the back surface side, and FIG. 36C shows the operation 1b switch. It is an enlarged view which expanded the circumference of the connector 512.

As shown in FIG. 36A, various patterns (for example, patterns 531 to 534) of wirings or circuits are formed on the game control board of the game control device 100 of the second embodiment. The game control board is, for example, a general double-sided printed board (double-sided board).

Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 36B, the pattern 531 is formed as a back surface pattern 531b that is electrically connected (conducts) to the back surface of the game control board via a through hole (via hole) 531a. The operation 1b switch connector 512 is connected to one side of the 2-pin connector pin 512b. In FIG. 36B, the back surface pattern (second pattern) formed on the back surface of the game control board including the back surface pattern 531b is shown by a solid line, and the pattern (first pattern) formed on the surface of the game control board is shown by a broken line. Showing. Further, here, the front surface of the game control board is the surface (first surface) on the side provided with a connector such as the operation 1b switch connector 512, and the back surface is the surface (second surface) on the side not provided with the connector. That is.

Further, the connector pin 512b is fixed to the connector body 512a, and protrudes from the surface of the game control board through the through hole. The connector main body 512a is formed such that one surface of the side surface has a shape (for example, a concave shape) different from the other surface so that the orientation can be matched when the corresponding connector is inserted. Further, the connector main body of each connector of the game control board is formed in a shape different from that of the connector main bodies of the other connectors (for example, different lengths or recessed shapes) so as to be matched with the corresponding connector. This can prevent the wrong connector from being inserted into the connector body.

The lid member 550 is formed with an opening 550b that exposes the actuation 1b switch connector 512 to the outside of the lid member 550. The opening 550b is formed in a rectangular shape that follows the shape of the connector body 512 of the actuation 1b switch connector 512. Between the lid member 550 and the connector body 512a of the actuation 1b switch connector 512, a gap (gap portion) having a distance D1 or a distance D2 is formed.

Here, since the pattern 531 is connected to one side of the connector pin 512b from the back surface pattern 531b formed on the back surface of the game control board as described above, the operation 1b switch connector 512 around the front surface of the game control board is not provided. Not formed. In addition, around the operation 1b switch connector 512 on the surface of the game control board, various patterns other than the pattern 531 (pattern of the game control board including the patterns 532 to 534 and the like) are not similarly formed.

Therefore, even if an attempt is made to electrically connect various patterns of the game control board including the pattern 531 from the surface of the game control board through the opening 550b, these patterns are formed around the actuation 1b switch connector 512. Since it is formed on the back surface of the game control board, electrical connection cannot be achieved. As a result, it is possible to effectively prevent unauthorized access from the periphery of the operation 1b switch connector 512, so that the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved. Further, since the opening 550b is formed in a rectangular shape, it is easy to allow a dimensional error of the opening 550b with respect to the actuation 1b switch connector 512, and the manufacturing cost can be reduced, so that the productivity (throughput) can be improved. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 36A, the distance L1 between the through hole 531a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b (the edge portion around the opening 550b of the lid member 550) is equal to the outer periphery of the connector body 512a of the actuation 1b switch connector 512 and the outer periphery of the opening 550b. The distance D1 and the distance (edge of the lid member 550) and the distance D2 or more. Furthermore, the pattern 531 is provided at a position (a position where it does not overlap) that does not pass through a gap portion formed with a distance D1 (a part of the distance D2).

Here, the distance L1 is the distance of the closest portion between the through hole 531a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b.

Further, the distance D1 is a normal gap between the connector main body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b (allowable space in design, for example, 2 mm), and the distance D2 is between the connector main body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b. It is the distance (for example, 5 mm) of the most distant portion.

Therefore, since the distance L1 is greater than or equal to the distance D1 or the distance D2, even if an attempt is made to electrically connect the opening 550b to the through hole 531a or the pattern 531, the distance to the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b becomes large. It is difficult to access. As a result, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

The relationship between the distance D1 and the distance D1 closest to the through hole 531a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b and the distances D1 and D2 has been described, but the closest distance between the through hole 531a and the connector body 512a is described. , The distances D1 and D2 can have the same relationship. That is, the closest distance between the through hole 531a and the connector body 512a is the distance D1 or the distance D2 or more. With such a relationship, even if an attempt is made to make an electrical connection from the opening 550b to the through hole 531a or the pattern 531, the distance to the connector main body 512a becomes long and it becomes difficult to access. Therefore, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

In addition, the pattern 531 and the through hole 531a are provided at positions that do not pass through the gap formed between the connector body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b (the edge portion of the lid member 550) (in other words, inside the opening 550b). Is not disposed but is covered by the lid member 550), similarly, it becomes difficult to access the through hole 531a and the pattern 531 when trying to make an electrical connection, so that fraud is effective. Therefore, the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

Further, the through hole 531a is formed at a position overlapping the side wall portion 550a of the lid member 550. The side wall portion 550a is a part of the surface forming the side surface of the lid member 550, and is a surface that stands up and extends at an angle (for example, vertically) in the direction away from the game control board. A connector such as the actuation 1b switch connector 512 is formed on the outside of the side wall portion 550a so that a gap formed with the lid member 550a becomes small and a corresponding connector can be easily inserted. The through hole 531a may be formed at a position farther from the actuating 1b switch connector 512 than the side wall portion 550a.

Note that the configuration similar to that described above can be applied to the configuration around the connector other than the actuation 1b switch connector 512. Also, in the following modified example, the same configuration as the above description can be applied to the configuration around the connector other than the actuating 1b switch connector 512.

[Around the connector of the game control device of the modification of the second embodiment]
Next, with reference to FIG. 37A and FIG. 37B, the configuration around the connector (particularly the operation 1b switch connector 512) of the game control device 100 of the modified example of the second embodiment will be described.

FIG. 37A is an enlarged front view of a part of the game control device 100 of the modified example of the second embodiment. FIG. 37B is an enlarged view in which the periphery of the operation 1b switch connector 512 of the game control device 100 of the modified example of the second embodiment is enlarged.

As shown in FIG. 37A, in the game control board of the game control device 100 of the modified example of the second embodiment, various patterns (for example, patterns 531 to 534, etc.) and connectors (particularly the operation 1b switch connector 512) are illustrated. 36A is formed in the same manner as the game control board of the second embodiment described above.

On the other hand, in the opening 550b of the lid member 550, as shown in FIG. 37B, a gap (gap portion) between the connector body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b (the edge portion around the opening 550b of the lid member 550) is substantially formed. It is formed in a concave shape so as to have a uniform distance D1 (for example, 2 mm). That is, the opening 550b is formed in a concave shape so as to more accurately follow the shape of the connector body 512 of the actuation 1b switch connector 512. Therefore, in the lid member 550 of the modified example, a constant distance D1 is maintained over the entire circumference between the connector body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b. The distance D1 is comparatively narrower than the distance D2.

Therefore, in the game control board of the game control device 100 of the modified example, electrical connection is made to the through hole 531a and the pattern 531 from the gap (gap portion) formed between the connector body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b. However, since there is no region in which the gap has a large width, there is little room for inserting a member to attempt unauthorized access. As a result, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

[Operation/Effect of Second Embodiment]
The gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment includes a control device (game control device 100) for controlling a game (universal figure variation display game, general figure), and when the result of the game is a predetermined result (hit). In the gaming machine 10 capable of generating a predetermined game state that is advantageous to the player, the control device has a connector to which a wiring side connector of a wiring electrically connectable with the outside of the control device is connected (for example, an actuation 1b switch connector). 512) and a cover member (lid member 550) that covers the control device, the cover member has an opening 550b that exposes the connector, and the opening 550b has a shape that follows the shape of the connector.

According to such a gaming machine 10, even if an attempt is made to electrically connect the through hole 531a and the pattern 531 through a gap (gap) formed between the connector body 512a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b. Since there is no area in which the constant distance D1 is maintained over the entire circumference and the gap is wide, there is little room for inserting a member for attempting unauthorized access. As a result, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

In the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the control device (game control device 100) further includes a pattern (for example, pattern 531) electrically connected to the connector (for example, the operation 1b switch connector 512), The pattern does not pass through a gap (gap, design allowable space, for example, 2 mm) formed between the connector and the opening 550b on the surface (front surface, first surface) of the control device on which the connector is provided. ..

According to such a gaming machine 10, the pattern (for example, the pattern 531 or the like) does not pass through the gap formed between the connector and the opening 550b, so that the through hole 531a and the pattern 531 are electrically connected to each other. Access becomes difficult when trying to establish a physical connection, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, a pattern (for example, pattern 531) electrically connected to the connector (for example, the operation 1b switch connector 512) and a cover member (which covers the control device (game control device 100)). Lid member 550). The cover member has an opening 550b that exposes the connector. The opening 550b is formed in a rectangular shape. The pattern does not pass through the gap formed between the connector and the opening 550b on the surface (front surface, first surface) of the control device on which the connector is provided.

According to such a gaming machine 10, since the pattern does not pass through the gap on the surface provided with the connector of the control device, electrical connection cannot be achieved and unauthorized access is effectively prevented. be able to. In addition, since the opening 550b is formed in a rectangular shape, a fitting error when connecting the connector can be allowed, so that the manufacturing cost can be reduced and the productivity (throughput) can be improved. ..

In the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, a pattern (for example, 531) electrically connected to another electronic component or a connector (for example, the operation 1b switch connector 512) provided in the control device (game control device 100), A through hole 531a for conducting a pattern between the surface (front surface, first surface) of the control device on the side where the connector is provided and the other surface (back surface, second surface), and a cover member (cover member 550) that covers the control device. ), and. The cover member has an opening 550b that exposes the connector. The distance L1 between the through hole 531a and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b (the peripheral edge portion of the opening 550b of the lid member 550) is not less than the distance D1 or the distance D2 between the connector and the outer peripheral portion of the opening 550b.

According to such a gaming machine 10, since the distance L1 is equal to or greater than the distance D1 and the distance D2, even if an attempt is made to make an electrical connection from the opening 550b to the through hole 531a and the pattern 531, the distance is long. It becomes difficult to access. As a result, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the cover member (lid member 550) is erected from a surface (front surface, first surface) of the control device (game control device 100) on which the connector is provided (game control). It has a side wall portion 550a extending at an angle (for example, vertically) in a direction away from the game control board of the device 100. The through hole 531a formed at the position closest to the connector (for example, the actuation 1b switch connector 512) among the through holes is formed at a position overlapping the side wall part 550a or a position further away from the connector than the side wall part 550a.

According to the gaming machine 10 as described above, the through hole 531a is formed at a position overlapping the side wall portion 550a of the lid member 550 or at a position farther from the connector than the side wall portion 550a. It becomes difficult to do so, fraud can be effectively prevented, and the quality of the gaming machine 10 can be improved. Further, since the side wall portion 550a stands up at an angle in the direction away from the game control board, even if the side wall portion 550a is illegally pierced, the through holes 531a and the pattern 531 are not arranged immediately below the holes. Since access becomes difficult, fraud can be effectively prevented.

The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications and changes can be made within the scope of the technical idea thereof, and it is obvious that they are also included in the technical scope of the present invention. Is. For example, it is possible to combine a plurality of embodiments. Further, for example, the present invention can be applied to other types of gaming machines (slot machines, etc.). The scope of the present invention is shown by the claims, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope of equivalency of the claims.

10 Gaming Machine 25 Production Button 30 Gaming Board 32 Gaming Area 34 Universal Figure Starting Gate 34b Universal Figure Starting Port 37 Normal Fluctuation Prize Winner 50 Batch Display (LED)
100 game control device (main board, game control board)
200 payout control device 300 production control device (sub-board)

Claims (1)

A game control means capable of executing a game and an effect control means capable of executing an effect related to the game are provided, and when the result of the game is a predetermined result, a predetermined game state advantageous to the player is set. In gaming machines that can be generated,
A display device capable of displaying a display related to the game,
A plurality of starting areas through which game balls flowing down the game area can pass or enter,
And a storage means capable of storing a predetermined memory as a right to generate the predetermined game state when a game ball passes or enters the starting area.
The plurality of starting areas are arranged such that one gaming ball can pass through or enter the plurality of starting areas continuously.
The gaming machine, wherein the effect control device displays a display related to the game on the display device when the predetermined game state is entered or when the predetermined storage is stored.