JP2020141847A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of easily executing operation confirmation on a driving source controlled by main control means for executing progress control for a game.SOLUTION: A game machine of the present invention includes a movable body that can affect a result of a game, a driving source capable of operating the movable body, and a main control board capable of executing an advantageous game for operating the driving source according to a result of variable display executed based on the establishment of a start condition. The main control board can execute an initial operation of the driving source in a prior-to-start state from the start of power supply to the start of the progress control for the game, and in a prior-to-start state, execution of the variable display and execution of the advantageous game are regulated.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 30

Description

The present invention relates to a game machine.

In the conventional game machine, based on the judgment information acquired based on the winning of the game medium in the starting area, it is determined whether or not to execute the jackpot game advantageous to the player, and the game production according to the result of the determination is performed. The game machine to be executed is common.

In such a game machine, a movable body (starting port opening / closing member, large winning opening opening / closing member, specific area opening / closing member) operated by a drive source (solenoid, etc.) controlled by a main control board that controls the progress of the game Etc.), and the movable body is operated by operating the drive source according to the progress of the game (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2018-118109

However, in the game machine described in the above patent document, the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game is confirmed at the time of factory shipment of the game machine or at the time of replacement at the game store. There was a problem that it was difficult.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and provides a gaming machine capable of easily confirming the operation of a drive source controlled by a main control means for controlling the progress of a game. The purpose.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a game machine capable of playing a game with a main control means for controlling the progress of the game and a movable body operated by a drive source controlled by the main control means. The main control means can execute an advantageous game in which the display means executes the variation display of the symbol based on the establishment of the starting condition and operates the drive source according to the result of the variation display. In the pre-start state from the start of power supply to the start of the game progress control, the drive source can be initially operated in a predetermined mode, and in the pre-start state, the variation display is executed. And the execution of the advantageous game is regulated.

According to the present invention, it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

It is a front view of a game machine. It is a perspective view of a part of the front side of a game machine. It is a perspective view of the back side of a game machine. It is an exploded perspective view of a game board. It is a figure which shows an example of the block diagram of the whole game machine. It is a figure which shows an example of a jackpot determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the special symbol determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the special figure variation pattern determination table for a non-time saving game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the preliminary determination table for a non-time saving game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the big prize opening opening mode determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the game state setting table. It is a figure which shows an example of various storage areas of a main RAM. It is a figure which shows the main process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the initial setting process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the setting change processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the RWM clear processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the setting confirmation process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the timer interrupt processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the input control processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st start port detection switch input process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the specific area detection switch input process in the main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric control processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special symbol memory determination processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot determination processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure variation pattern determination processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the jackpot game processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the main processing of an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the timer interrupt process of an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the command analysis processing of an effect control part. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources after a setting change. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources after confirmation of a setting. It is a figure which shows the initial setting process in the main control board of the 1st modification. It is a figure which shows the setting change process in the main control board of the 1st modification. It is a figure which shows the setting confirmation process in the main control board of the 1st modification. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources during setting change. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources during setting confirmation. It is a figure which shows the initial setting process in the main control board of the 2nd modification. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources after clearing RWM. It is a figure which shows the initial setting process in the main control board of the 3rd modification. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources during preparation for clearing RWM. It is a figure which shows the initial setting process in the main control board of the 4th modification. It is a figure which shows the specific example at the time of initial operation of various drive sources after clearing RWM.

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

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

The game machine 1 includes an outer frame 2, a game board mounting frame 3 rotatably supported by the outer frame 2, and a glass frame 4 rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 3. A game board 5 is provided in which a game area 5a through which a game ball (game medium) flows down is formed.

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

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

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

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

Around the opening 8 of the glass frame 4, a sound output device 9 composed of a speaker, a frame lighting device 10 having a plurality of decorative LEDs, and a payout device 95, which will be described later, pay out based on the establishment of the granting conditions. An upper plate 11 for storing a plurality of game balls such as a game ball, and a lower plate 12 for receiving and storing a game ball that has flowed into an overflowing ball flow path described later without being able to fit in the upper plate 11. A launch operation device 13 that can be operated to launch a ball is provided.

The audio output device 9 is provided at two locations above the glass frame 4 at intervals, and outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effect), etc. to produce sound (music, voice). It has become like. Further, a plurality of frame lighting devices 10 are provided around the opening 8, and the lighting effect is performed by changing the light irradiation direction and the emission color of each lamp (LED). Further, the frame lighting device 10 includes a notification LED 10a that is controlled to light / blink when the glass frame 4 is opened or a payout abnormality in which the game ball cannot be paid out from the payout device 95 occurs.

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

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

The effect button device 16 has an effect button 17 capable of performing a determination operation (operation input), an effect button detection switch 17a for detecting the operation of the effect button 17, and the effect button 17 in a normal state and a normal state. The effect button drive device 17b, which includes a button drive motor for changing to a protruding state located above, and a button vibration motor for changing the effect button 17 into a normal state and a vibration state vibrating in a predetermined mode. Further, an effect button light emitting LED 17c for changing the effect button 17 into a light-off state and a lighting state in which light is emitted in a predetermined mode is provided, so that the player can input predetermined information to the game machine 1.

The selection button device 18 includes a cross key 19 (up button 191A, left button 192A, down button 193A, right button 194A) capable of performing operations such as selection operation, and a cross for detecting the operation of the cross key 19. A key detection switch 19a (see FIG. 5) is provided so that the player can input predetermined information to the game machine 1.

Further, on the right side portion of the upper plate 11, a lending operation unit 20 capable of lending a game ball and returning a storage medium such as a card storing a balance is provided. When the lending button 20a of the lending operation unit 20 is operated, the game ball is rented by subtracting the balance stored in the storage medium accepted by the ball lending machine (not shown) juxtaposed with the game machine 1. When the return button 20b of the lending operation unit 20 is operated, the storage medium is returned from the ball lending machine (not shown).

An overflow ball flow path (not shown) for accepting a game ball that does not fit in the upper plate 11 and guiding the game ball to the lower plate 12 is formed between the upper plate 11 and the lower plate 12. Further, a full detection switch 32a (see FIG. 5) for detecting that the game ball is full in the lower plate 12 is provided in the middle of the overflow ball flow path, and the fullness detection switch 32a detects the fullness of the lower plate 12. During this period, the payout of the game ball by the payout device 95, which will be described later, is stopped.

The launch operation device 13 is a touch sensor that detects that the base 14 fixed to the glass frame 4, the launch handle 15 rotatably provided on the substrate 14, and the player's hand are touching the launch handle 15. A firing volume 15b (see FIG. 5) including a 15a (see FIG. 5) and a variable resistor whose resistance value changes depending on the rotation angle of the firing handle 15 is provided. When the touch sensor 15a detects that the player's hand is touching the firing handle 15, the ball feed solenoid 11b is activated to feed the game balls one by one.

The game board mounting frame 3 includes a game board mounting portion for mounting the game board 5, a launching device 26 (see FIG. 5) for firing the game ball toward the game area 5a, the game board mounting frame 3, and the game board mounting frame 3. A locking mechanism (not shown) for locking the glass frame 4 in the closed state and an opening detection switch 31a (see FIG. 5) for detecting the opening (opening / closing) of the glass frame 4 are provided.

The game board mounting portion 25 is formed in a concave chamber shape with a front opening at substantially the center near the upper part of the game board mounting frame 3, and the game board 5 can be stored from the front. An opening that opens in the front-rear direction is provided in the inner portion of the concave chamber of the game board mounting portion 25, and various devices and the like provided on the back surface side of the game board 5 are provided behind the game machine 1 through this opening. Face.

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

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

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

At the substantially center of the game area 5a, a frame-shaped decorative frame 40 that regulates the entry of the game ball into the so-called center case is provided, and the game area 5a is launched by the first firing force by the decorative frame 40. It is divided into a left game area where the game ball is flowed down and a right game area where the game ball launched by the second launch force stronger than the first launch force flows down, and the left game area and the right game area are Is adapted to communicate below the decorative frame 40.

On the left side of the decorative frame 40, a warp device 41 for introducing a game ball flowing down the left game area into the decorative frame 40 is provided, and at the lower part of the decorative frame 40, the inside of the decorative frame 40 is provided by the warp device 41. There is provided a stage portion 42 that rolls the game ball introduced in the above and causes it to flow down below the decorative frame 40.

Below the left side of the decorative frame 40, three general winning openings 43 in which game balls can always win (win) are provided at intervals, and below the right side of the decorative frame 40, the game One general winning opening 43 is provided so that the ball can always win (win). When the game balls that have won (winned) in the general winning opening 43 are detected by the general winning opening detection switch 43a (see FIG. 5) (the granting condition is satisfied), a predetermined number (for example, 5) of game balls are released. It is paid out from the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) to the upper plate 11 as a prize ball (giving a prize value).

Below the stage portion 42, a first starting port 45 (starting winning area of the first special symbol) capable of constantly winning (winning) a game ball is provided, and the first starting port 45 wins (wins). When the game balls (balls) are detected by the first start port detection switch 45a (see FIG. 5) (the granting condition is satisfied), a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 3) are dispensed by the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3). Is to be paid out to the upper plate 11 as a prize ball (giving a prize value). In addition, the right to perform a special game determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to execute a special game (here, a jackpot game) is granted (special figure determination information described later is stored).

Immediately below the first starting port 45, a starting port lamp 75 that emits light in a predetermined mode when a lamp light emitting effect described later is executed is provided, and the game machine 1 covers the front of the starting port lamp 75. A lens member 75a (object) on which the "!! (double exclamation mark)", which is an object of the model motif of the above, is formed is provided.

The model motif object may be provided directly on the front side of the first starting port 45, or may be provided independently in the vicinity of the first starting port 45 and the starting port lamp 75. In this way, by providing the object of the model motif at the position corresponding to the first starting port 45 where the line of sight of the player can easily gather, it is possible to easily impress the model of the game machine 1 on the player. ..

Below the decorative frame 40 and diagonally below the right of the first starting port 45, it is impossible to win a game ball (winning) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (winning in the collision detection described later). A variable starting portion 46 is provided that can convert from a difficult closed state to a winning game ball or an easy open state.

The variable starting portion 46 has a second starting port opening / closing member 48 that can move in the front-rear direction and a second The second starting port 47 (starting winning area of the second special symbol) that opens upward just below the starting port opening / closing member 48, and the second game ball that wins (wins) the second starting port 47. By moving the start port detection switch 47a (see FIG. 5) and the second start port opening / closing member 48 toward the front (winning restriction position), the second start port 47 is converted to the closed state, and the second start port is changed to the closed state. A second starting port opening / closing solenoid 48b (see FIG. 5) is provided for converting the second starting port 47 into an open state by moving the opening / closing member 48 toward the rear (winning allowable position).

Then, a game ball wins a prize at the second start port 47 which is opened during the auxiliary game described later, and this game ball is detected by the second start port detection switch 47a (see FIG. 5) (granting condition is satisfied). Then, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, two) are paid out from the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) to the upper plate 11 as prize balls (giving prize value). In addition, the right to determine whether or not to execute the special game (here, the jackpot game) is granted (the special figure determination information described later is stored).

In the right game area on the right side of the decorative frame 40, an upstream flow path 91a into which all the game balls launched toward the right game area flow in, and almost all of the game balls flowing out from the upstream flow path 91a flow in. The central flow path 91b, the left side flow path 91c into which the game ball bounced to the left without flowing into the central flow path 91b, and the right side into which the game ball bounced to the right without flowing into the central flow path 91b flows in. The first downstream flow path 91e into which almost all of the flow path 91d, the game ball flowing out from the central flow path 91b, and the game ball flowing out from the right side flow path 91d flow in, and the left side without flowing into the first downstream flow path 91e. A second downstream flow path 91f into which the game ball bounced on the left side and the game ball flowing out from the left side flow path 91c flow in is provided.

At the upstream end of the central flow path 91b, a normal drawing gate 44 (normal drawing starting area) through which the game ball can always pass and a gate detection switch 44a for detecting the game ball passing through the normal drawing gate 44 are provided. There is.

Then, when the game ball that has passed through the normal figure gate 44 is detected by the gate detection switch 44a, the prize ball is not given, but the right to perform the auxiliary game judgment (hit judgment) as to whether or not to execute the hit game. Is given (the general map judgment information described later is stored).

In the middle of the central flow path 91b, it is possible or easy to open the game ball from a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (winning a big hit in a special game judgment). A first variable winning section 49 that can be converted into a state is provided.

The upper surface of the first variable winning portion 49 is inclined downward in the left-right direction (right side in the figure) to become a flow path for the game ball (forms a part of the bottom surface of the central flow path 91b) and is in the front-rear direction. The first large winning opening opening / closing member 51 that can be moved to, the first large winning opening 50 (winning area) that opens upward just below the first large winning opening opening / closing member 51, and the first large winning opening 50. The first large winning opening 50a is moved by moving the first large winning opening detection switch 50a for detecting the winning (winning) game ball and the first large winning opening opening / closing member 51 toward the front (winning regulation position). The first large winning opening opening / closing solenoid for converting the first large winning opening 50 into the open state by moving the first large winning opening opening / closing member 51 toward the rear (winning allowable position) while converting to the closed state. 51b (see FIG. 5) is provided.

Then, when the first big winning opening 50 is converted from the closed state to the open state during the big hit game, the game ball or the first big winning opening 50 that has flowed down the upper surface of the first big winning opening opening / closing member 51 is reached. The game ball that has been played wins the first prize opening 50. Then, when the winning game balls are detected by the first large winning opening detection switch 50a, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 6) are released from the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) as prize balls on the upper plate 11. It is supposed to be paid out to.

Further, downstream of the first large winning opening detection switch 50a, the upper surface is inclined downward in the left-right direction (right side in the figure) to become a flow path for the game ball, and a specific area that can be moved in the front-rear direction is opened and closed. A member 52, a specific area 53 that opens upward just below the specific area opening / closing member 52, and a specific area detection switch 53a (see FIG. 5) that detects a game ball that has flowed into (entered) the specific area 53. The specific area 53 is converted to the closed state by moving the specific area opening / closing member 52 toward the front (winning restriction position), and the specific area opening / closing member 52 is specified by moving toward the rear (winning allowable position). A flow path switching solenoid 52b for converting the area 53 into an open state and a discharge port 54 for a game ball that has not flowed into the specific area 53 are provided.

Then, when the game ball flows into (enters) the specific area 53 opened during the jackpot game (specific round game described later) and this game ball is detected by the specific area detection switch 53a, the jackpot game After the end, it shifts to the high-probability gaming state described later.

In the middle of the first downstream flow path 91e, it is possible or easy to win a game ball from a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (a big hit was won in a special game judgment). A second variable winning section 55 that can be converted into an open state is provided.

The upper surface of the second variable winning portion 55 is inclined downward in the left-right direction (left side in the figure) to become a flow path for the game ball (forms a part of the bottom surface of the first downstream flow path 91e). The second large winning opening opening / closing member 57 that can move in the front-rear direction, the second large winning opening 56 (winning area) that opens upward just below the second large winning opening opening / closing member 57, and the second large winning opening. By moving the second large winning opening detection switch 56a for detecting the game ball that has won (winning) the 56 and the second large winning opening opening / closing member 57 toward the front (winning regulation position), the second large winning opening The second major winning opening for converting the second major winning opening 56 to the open state by converting the 56 to the closed state and moving the second major winning opening opening / closing member 57 toward the rear (winning allowable position). An opening / closing solenoid 57b (see FIG. 5) is provided.

Then, when the second big winning opening 56 is changed from the closed state to the open state during the big hit game or the small hit game, the game ball or the second big winning opening that has flowed down the upper surface of the second big winning opening opening / closing member 57. The game ball that has reached the winning opening 56 wins the second major winning opening 56. Then, when the winning game balls are detected by the second large winning opening detection switch 56a, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 10) are ejected from the payout device 95 (see FIG. 3) as prize balls on the upper plate 11. It is supposed to be paid out to.

Further, the front of the right game area is covered with a decorative member 91 that allows the rear to be seen through, and is the back surface of the decorative member 91 and is in front of the first downstream flow path 91e (first grand prize). A plurality of front protrusions 91c2 projecting rearward are provided at a position (immediately above the mouth opening / closing member 51) at intervals. Further, a plurality of rear protrusions 91c1 are provided on the back wall of the first downstream flow path 91e (immediately above the second large winning opening opening / closing member 57) so as to be staggered with the front protrusions 91c2. By forming a meandering flow path between the portion 91c1 and the front protrusion portion 91c2, the flow velocity (flow force) of the game ball in the first downstream flow path 91e is attenuated.

Then, the game ball launched into the left game area flows down as it is along the outer edge of the decorative frame 40, or flows into the warp device 41 and then flows down through the stage portion 42, and is provided below the decorative frame 40. Either one of the three general winning openings 43 and the first starting opening 45 will be won, or the game will flow into the out opening 39. Therefore, the general winning gate 44, the general winning opening 43, the first variable winning section 49 (first large winning opening 50) and the second variable winning section 55 (second large winning opening 56) provided in the right game area are won ( There is no passing).

Further, the game ball launched into the right game area passes through the upstream flow path 91a to the central flow path 91b (general channel gate 44), the left side flow path 91c, the right side flow path 91d, the first downstream flow path 91e, and the first 2. One general winning opening 43, a variable starting section 46 (second starting opening 47), a first variable winning section 49 (first large winning opening 50), which are provided in the right gaming area by flowing down the downstream flow path 91f or the like. Either a prize is won in any of the second variable winning units 55 (second large winning opening 56), or the product flows into the out opening 39. Therefore, the general winning opening 43 and the first starting opening 45 provided in the left game area will not be won.

On the back side of the game board 5, there are a general winning opening 43, a first starting opening 45, a second starting opening 47, a game ball that has won the first big winning opening 50 and the second big winning opening 56, and an out opening 39. An out-ball flow path is provided which receives out-balls composed of inflowing game balls and causes them to flow down while collecting them, and an out-ball detection switch 39a (see FIG. 5) is provided at the most downstream portion of the out-ball flow path. The game ball that flows down the out-ball flow path and is detected by the out-ball detection switch 39a is discharged to the outside (island facility) of the game machine 1 from the discharge port on the back surface side of the game machine 1.

On the outside of the game area 5a, a symbol display device including a first special symbol display 60, a second special symbol display 61, and a normal symbol display 62, a first special symbol hold display 63, and a second special symbol hold are held. A hold display device consisting of a display 64 and a normal symbol hold display 65, a round number display 66 that displays the number of rounds when a jackpot game (special game) described later is executed, and a jackpot game (special game) described later. ) A right-handed display 67 that prompts the player to shoot a game ball toward the right game area during a medium or high-probability game state, and a status confirmation display indicating that the setting change mode or setting confirmation mode described later is set. A main information display 69 including a device 68 is provided.

The first special symbol display 60 is for displaying the result of the special game determination performed based on the winning (winning) of the game ball to the first starting port 45 (notifying the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol). The second special symbol display 61 displays the result of the special game determination performed based on the winning (winning) of the game ball to the second starting port 47 (big hit determination of the second special symbol). It is a variable display for notifying the result of (normal symbol), and the normal symbol display 62 displays the result of the auxiliary game determination performed based on the passage (entry) of the game ball to the normal symbol gate 44 (normal symbol). It is a variable display for notifying the result of hit determination).

The special game judgment is the special figure judgment information (random value for jackpot judgment, random value for special symbol judgment, reach judgment) when the game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 45 or the second starting port 47. It corresponds to acquiring a random number value, a random value for determining a special figure fluctuation pattern, etc.) and determining whether or not to execute a jackpot game based on the acquired special figure determination information.

Then, when a special game determination is made based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 45, the first special symbol display 60 performs a variable display of the first special symbol, and the determination result is notified after a lapse of a predetermined time. The stop display of the first special symbol is performed. Further, when a special game determination is made based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 47, the second special symbol display 61 performs a variable display of the second special symbol, and the determination result is notified after a lapse of a predetermined time. The stop display of the second special symbol is performed.

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

In addition, in this embodiment, "big hit" means a state in which it is decided to execute a big hit game (special game) in the special game determination. The "big hit game" is a round game in which the big prize opening (first big prize opening 50, second big winning opening 56) is converted from the closed state to the open state in a predetermined mode a predetermined number of times (with an interval). For example, it refers to a gaming state that is advantageous for a player who is likely to win a prize ball by a player who performs the game twice, 16 times, etc.).

The maximum number of opening times and the maximum opening time of the large winning openings (1st large winning opening 50, 2nd large winning opening 56) in each round game are predetermined, but before the maximum opening number and the maximum opening time are reached. Even so, when a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9 balls) are won (winning) in the large winning opening, one round game is completed. In this embodiment, any one of a plurality of types of jackpot games (special games) having different degrees of advantage to the player can be executed.

Further, the "small hit" means a state in which it is decided to execute the small hit game (special game) in the special game determination. "Small hit game" means that a player who plays a game in which the big winning opening (second big winning opening 56) is converted from a closed state to an open state in a more disadvantageous manner than a big hit game is easy to win a prize ball. A gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

Although the maximum opening time of the large winning opening in the small hit game is predetermined, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9) are won (winning balls) in the large winning opening even before the maximum opening time is reached. ) Then the small hit game ends. In addition, unlike the big hit game, the game state does not change based on (caused by) the execution of the small hit game.

Auxiliary game judgment is the normal figure judgment information (random value for hit judgment, random value for normal symbol judgment, random value for normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment, etc.) based on the passage (entry) of the game ball to the normal figure gate 44. Is acquired, and it corresponds to determining whether or not to execute the auxiliary game based on the acquired general map determination information. When the auxiliary game determination is performed, the normal symbol display 62 displays the fluctuation of the normal symbol, and after a predetermined time elapses, the normal symbol stop display for notifying the determination result is performed.

The ordinary symbol display 62 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and the LEDs blink at predetermined intervals or in order in the variable display of the ordinary symbol. Then, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the LED is turned on in a mode of notifying the result of the auxiliary game determination (hit mode or loss mode).

In addition, in this embodiment, "hit" means a state in which it is decided to execute an auxiliary game (hit game) in the auxiliary game determination. The "auxiliary game" refers to a game state in which the second starting port 47 is opened in a predetermined mode.

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

The first special symbol hold indicator 63 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and is the number of special figure determination information (first special symbol hold) stored when a game ball wins (wins) in the first start port 45. This is for displaying the number of 1st special figure reservations, and is lit or blinking in an manner indicating the number of 1st special figure reservations. In addition, although the first special figure hold is stored up to four, it may be less than four or more.

The second special symbol hold indicator 64 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and is the number of special figure determination information (second special symbol hold) stored when a game ball wins (wins) in the second starting port 47. This is for displaying the number of second special figure reservations, and is lit or blinking in an manner indicating the number of second special figure reservations. It should be noted that the maximum number of the second special figure hold is stored up to four, but the number may be less than or more than four, or the second special figure hold may not be stored. Good.

The normal symbol hold indicator 65 is composed of a plurality of LEDs, and is the number of normal figure hold numbers that is stored when a game ball wins (passes) at the normal figure gate 44. Is to be displayed, and is lit or blinks in a manner indicating the number of pending figures. It should be noted that although the maximum number of hold of the normal figure is stored up to four, the number of hold of the normal figure may be less than or more than four, or the hold of the normal figure may not be stored.

The first special symbol display 60 and / or the second special symbol display 61 can also be configured by a 7-segment LED. For example, if you win the big hit lottery of a special symbol, "3" or "7" will be stopped and displayed, and if it is lost, "-" will be stopped and displayed. It is advisable to repeat turning off and "-".

The round number display 66 is composed of a plurality of LEDs and is for displaying the number of rounds when a jackpot state (special game) occurs, and is an LED in a predetermined mode indicating the number of rounds at the start of the jackpot game. The lighting is started, the LED is continuously lit during the jackpot game, and the LED is turned off at the end of the jackpot game. For example, in the case of a jackpot game with two rounds, only the fourth LED from the left is lit, and in the case of a jackpot game with 16 rounds, all the LEDs are lit.

The right-handed display 67 is composed of one LED, and is right-handed to encourage the firing of a game ball toward the right-handed game area (so-called right-handed) during a jackpot state (special game) and a time-saving game state. This is for displaying the display, and the LED lights up during the jackpot state (special game) and the time-saving game state.

The status confirmation display 68 is composed of one LED and is for indicating that the setting change mode described later or the setting confirmation mode described later is set, and is set to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. When the mode shifts to, the LED starts to light up, and when the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode ends, the LED turns off. In this way, since the state confirmation indicator 68 indicating that the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is set is provided on the front surface (front surface) of the game machine, the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is provided. It is possible to easily check whether or not it is set to. The status confirmation indicator 68 may be installed at any location on the front (front surface) of the game machine 1.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display mode (lighting display) is the same regardless of which of the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode is set, but which mode is set? May be displayed recognizable. For example, when the setting change mode is set, the status confirmation indicator 68 may be lit and displayed, and when the setting confirmation mode is set, the status confirmation indicator 68 may be blinked. And vice versa.

Further, in the present embodiment, the status confirmation indicator 68 is provided as a dedicated indicator to indicate that the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is set, but it can also be used as another indicator. Good. For example, in the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode, the first special symbol display 60, the second special symbol display 61, the first special symbol hold indicator 63, the second special symbol hold indicator 64, and the number of rounds. Since the display 66, the right-handed display 67, and the like are turned off, one or a plurality of LEDs of these displays may be turned on.

A first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal) composed of a liquid crystal display is provided in the inner part of the effect space 40a defined inside the decorative frame 40, and is the lower part of the effect space 40a to display the first image. A second image display device 71 (sub-liquid crystal) composed of a liquid crystal display having a size and a display area smaller than that of the first image display device 70 is provided in front of the device 70, and is provided above the effect space 40a. A movable effect device 73 for executing the motion effect is provided, and a variation notification LED 59 for notifying the variation display state of the special symbol is provided on the right side of the effect space 40a.

The first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 perform various effect displays according to the progress of the game. As the effect display, a customer waiting demonstration effect performed while the variable display of the special symbol is not executed, a variable effect accompanied by the variable display of the effect symbol 70a performed during the execution of the variable display of the special symbol, and execution of a jackpot game. There is a big hit production etc. performed inside.

Further, the second image display device 71 can perform a movement effect by moving with a liquid crystal movable device (not shown) composed of a solenoid, a motor, or the like while the fluctuation effect is being executed by the first image display device 70. It has become.

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

In the display unit (effective display area) of the first image display device 70 (main liquid crystal), a variable display area for displaying three effect symbols 70a (left symbol, middle symbol, right symbol) and execution of variable effect A mode display area or the like indicating the effect mode according to the above is formed.

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

In the stop display of the effect symbol 70a, the effect symbol 70a stops for a predetermined time in a mode (missing mode, jackpot mode, small hit mode) for notifying the result of the special game determination (big hit determination). The big hit mode is a combination of the same effect symbols 70a such as "777", the small hit mode is a combination of regular effect symbols 70a such as "357", and the loss mode is that. It is an aspect other than.

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

Further, during the variable display (variable effect) of the effect symbol 70a, various effect images such as a background image and a character, a movie, and the like are displayed on the first image display device 70 and the second image according to the result of the special game determination. By displaying it on the device 71, the player's expectation that the jackpot game (special game) is executed is increased.

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

The first reserved icon display area 70C is the first display unit 70C1 (first area), the second display unit 70C2 (second area), and the third display unit 70C3 (third area) from the side closer to the icon display area 70E. , 4th display unit 70C4 (4th area), and 1st display unit 70C1 to 4th display unit 70C4 have a number of 1st hold corresponding to the 1st special figure hold number (U1). The icon is displayed.

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

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

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

The icon display area 70E is formed directly above the pedestal image for clearly distinguishing it from the first hold icon display area 70C and the second hold icon display area 70D, and rides on or floats on the pedestal image. The icon is displayed as shown.

Specifically, the first hold icons displayed in the first hold icon display area 70C are moved one by one toward the icon display area 70E with the start of the variable display of the first special symbol (effect symbol 70a). By moving (shifting) and moving (shifting) the first hold icon displayed on the first display unit 70C1 to the icon display area 70E, the icon becomes the icon, and the variable display of the first special symbol (effect symbol 70a) is displayed. The icon disappears (erases) at the end of.

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

In the embodiment of the present invention, the first image display device 70 is used to display the variation of the effect symbol 70a, but the second image display device 71 may be used to display the variation of the effect symbol. Both the image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 may perform variable display of the effect symbol 70a.

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

Specifically, the first movable member 73a is located at a standby position (first position) located near the end (upper side) of the first image display device 70 and closer to the center (lower side) of the first image display device 70. It is designed to move (rise, fall) to and from the position of the production position (second position). The second movable member 73b is adapted to move between a standby position (first position) that covers a part of the front of the first movable member 73a and an effect position that recedes from the front of the first movable member 73a. ..

The fluctuation notification LED 59 is composed of a full-color LED, and is provided with a first fluctuation notification LED 59a corresponding to the first special symbol and a second fluctuation notification LED 59b corresponding to the second special symbol. The first variation notification LED 59a starts a color change (variation display of the first special symbol) in response to the start of the variation display of the first special symbol, and colors in response to the stop of the variation display of the first special symbol. By stopping the change (variation display of the first special symbol), it is notified whether or not the first special symbol is variable display. The second variation notification LED 59b starts a color change (variation display of the second special symbol) in response to the start of the variation display of the second special symbol, and colors in response to the stop of the variation display of the second special symbol. By stopping the change (variation display of the second special symbol), it is notified whether or not the second special symbol is variable display.

In addition, the result of the variation display (special game determination) of the first special symbol is notified by the combination of the stopped display effect symbol 70a and the first special symbol, and the combination of the stop display effect symbol 70a and the second special symbol is performed. The result of the variation display (special game range) of the second special symbol may be notified by. In addition, the result of the variation display (special game determination) of the first special symbol is notified only by the first special symbol that is stopped and displayed, and the variation display (special game determination) of the second special symbol is notified only by the second special symbol that is stopped and displayed. ) May be notified.

Further, instead of displaying the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol by the first fluctuation notification LED 59a or the second fluctuation notification LED 59b, the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed on the first image display device 70 or the first image display device 70 or the second special symbol. 2 The image display device 71 may be used for variable display.

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

Further, an opening / closing door type cover member 23 is provided so that the left and right other sides open and close in the left and right directions around a rotation axis set on one side on the left and right so as to cover the upper part of the main control device and the entire effect control device from the rear. The effect control device 130A includes a volume of the effect sound output from the sound output device 9 so as to be covered by the cover member 23, an image display device, and various lighting devices (frame lighting device 10, panel lighting device 74). A changeover switch 22 for switching the adjustment mode related to the adjustment of the amount of light is provided.

(Composition of game board)
Next, the configuration of the game board 5 according to the embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the game board 5.

The game board 5 is composed of a board unit 500 constituting the front side of the game board 5 and a back surface unit 501 forming the rear side of the game board 5.

The board unit 500 has a game plate 500a made of transparent resin in which a game area 5a is formed on the surface of the inner rail 35 and the outer rail 36 described above, and a window portion is formed so that the rear can be visually recognized. ..

Then, inside the game area 5a of the game board 500a, the above-mentioned decorative frame 40, general winning opening 43, solenoid gate 44 (gate detection switch 44a), first starting port 45 (first starting port detection switch 45a), variable. Starting unit 46 (2nd starting port 47, 2nd starting port detection switch 47a, 2nd starting port opening / closing solenoid 48b), 1st variable winning section 49 (1st big winning opening 50, 1st big winning opening detection switch 50a, First prize opening opening / closing member 51, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, specific area 53, specific area detection switch 53a, flow path switching solenoid 52b, discharge port 54), and second variable winning unit 55 (second A large winning opening 56, a second large winning opening detection switch 56a, a second large winning opening opening / closing member 57, and a second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are provided, and the above-mentioned main information display 69 is provided outside the game area 5a. It is provided.

Further, at the lower right portion of the game board 500a, a certificate stamp plate 502 to which a certificate stamp having identification information unique to the game machine 1 is attached is provided so as to be rotatable in the left-right direction with the left side as an axis. Fixtures 503a for detachably attaching the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 are provided at the four corners of the 500a.

The fixture 503a located at the lower right of the game plate 500a is normally covered with the certificate stamp plate 502, and is exposed when the right side of the certificate stamp plate is pinched with a fingertip and rotated toward the left side.

The fixture 503a is provided at the tip of the operating portion located on the front side of the game plate 500a, the shaft portion extending from the operating portion to the back surface side of the game plate 500a, and the back surface of the game plate 500a. It is equipped with an engaging piece located on the side, and the engaging piece changes between the first state (non-engaging posture) and the second state (engaging posture) by operating the operation unit. There is.

The back surface unit 501 has a unit base 501a in which the front surface is formed in a concave chamber shape and a window portion that makes the rear view visible is formed. In the concave chamber, a second image display device 71 is formed. , Movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) and the like are provided, and a first image display device 70 is provided behind the window portion. Further, an effect control device 130A is provided on the rear side of the first image display device 70, and a main control device 110A is provided below the effect control device 130A.

At the four corners of the unit base 501a, fixed receiving portions 503b for detachably attaching the board surface unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 by engaging with the engaging pieces of the fixture 503a described above are provided.

When the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 are attached, the certificate stamp plate 502 is opened and the engaging pieces of the four fixtures 503a are set to the first state (non-engaging posture). Then, the male connector CN provided at the tip of the harness HN derived from various electronic components (various solenoids, various switches) provided on the board unit 500 is passed through the through hole HA provided on the right side of the back surface unit 501. After that, when the back surface of the board unit 500 and the front surface of the back surface unit 501 are brought into contact with each other, the engaging piece of the fixture 503a is in a state of entering the inside of the fixing receiving portion 503b.

In this state, when the engaging piece is brought into the second state (engaging posture) by turning the operating portions of the four fixtures 503a, the engaging piece engages with the fixed receiving portion 503b, and the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 And are fixed. After that, when the male connector CN provided at the tip of the harness HN derived from various electronic components (various solenoids, various switches) is connected to the female connector of the main control device 110A and the certificate stamp plate 502 is closed, the board unit 500 And the installation work of the back unit 501 is completed.

On the other hand, when removing the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501, the male connector CN connected to the female connector of the main control device 110A is pulled out to open the certificate stamp plate 502. After that, when the engaging piece is put into the first state by turning the operating portions of the four fixtures 503a, the engagement between the engaging piece and the fixed receiving portion 503b is released.

In this state, when the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 are separated from each other, the engaging pieces of the four fixtures 503a retract from the fixed receiving portion 503b. After that, when the male connector CN provided at the tip of the harness HN is pulled out from the through hole HA, the removal work of the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 is completed.

In the present embodiment, in addition to the replacement of only the game board 5 (a set of the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501), it is also possible to replace only the board unit 500 from the viewpoint of the like-new of the game machine 1. Therefore, although the attachment / detachment of the board unit 500 and the back surface unit 501 in the state where the game board 5 is not attached to the game board mounting frame 3 has been described here, the game board 5 in the state where the game board 5 is attached to the game board mounting frame 3 has been described. It is also possible to replace only the board unit 500.

Specifically, in a state where the game board 5 is attached to the game board mounting frame 3, only the back surface unit 501 is fixed to the game board mounting frame 3 via a lock mechanism, and is locked. By preventing the board unit 500 from being fixed by the mechanism, it is possible to replace (like new) only the board unit 500. Therefore, when replacing only the board unit 500, it is preferable to perform the above-mentioned removal operation after opening the glass frame 4.

(Overall block diagram of the game machine)
Next, a control means for controlling the progress of the game will be described with reference to the entire block diagram of the game machine 1 of FIG. FIG. 5 is an overall block diagram of the game machine 1.

The control configuration of the present embodiment includes a main control board 110 that comprehensively controls the progress (basic operation) of the game, and a payout control that controls the payout of the game ball based on the reception of the payout control command from the main control board 110. The board 120, the effect control board 130 that controls the effect related to the game based on the reception of the effect control command from the main control board 110, and the power supply board that supplies power to the main control board 110, the payout control board 120, and the effect control board 130. It has 160.

The communication between the main control board 110 and the payout control board 120 is configured so that commands can be transmitted and received in both directions, and the communication between the main control board 110 and the effect control board 130 is controlled by the effect control board 110. It is configured so that commands can be transmitted in only one direction to the board 130.

The main control board 110 is a main control unit as a one-chip microcomputer provided with a main CPU 110a for performing arithmetic processing, a main ROM 110b in which a game control program and the like are stored, a main RAM 110c serving as a work area during arithmetic processing, an input / output port, and the like. It has 110m.

Out ball detection switch 39a, general winning opening detection switch 43a, gate detection switch 44a, first start port detection switch 45a, second start port detection switch 47a, second start port opening / closing are provided in the input / output ports of the main control unit 110m. Solenoid 48b, 1st prize opening detection switch 50a, 1st prize opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, specific area detection switch 53a, 2nd prize opening detection switch 56a, 2nd prize opening opening / closing solenoid 57b , Magnetic detection sensor 57a, radio wave detection sensor 58a, first special symbol display 60, second special symbol display 61, ordinary symbol display 62, first special symbol hold indicator 63, second special symbol hold indicator 64 , Ordinary symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, right-handed indicator 67, status confirmation indicator 68, game information output terminal board 90, RWM clear switch 111a, setting key switch 112a, information indicator 113, payout control The board 120 and the effect control board 130 are connected.

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

In the "game information", the start port winning signal, the first special symbol, or the second special symbol variation display, which is output every time the game ball wins in the first start port 45 or the second start port 47, is stopped. The symbol confirmation signal output for each, the jackpot signal output during the jackpot game, the opening signal output during the round game (opening of the big winning opening), and the output during the time saving game state described later. Examples thereof include a time-saving state signal to be output, a security signal to be output when a problematic (threatening) situation (RWM clear, error, etc.) occurs in the security of the game machine 1.

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

Access to the memory area of the main ROM 110b is prohibited: a game ROM area in which programs and data related to the progress of the game are stored, and an information ROM area in which programs and data related to the performance display of the game machine are stored. A vector table in which an unused area of 16 bytes or more in which "0" is stored, a ROM comment area in which data such as a program title and version are stored, and a start address of timer interrupt processing described later are set. The area and the HW parameter area in which parameters such as the start address and the end address of the access prohibited area are set are arranged in order.

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

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

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

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

The game work area changes depending on the setting value area for storing the set value, the judgment information area for storing the judgment information (checksum described later) for judging an abnormality in the RWM area, and the progress of the game. The game data areas for storing the game data are arranged in order.

The information RWM area temporarily saves the information work area used by the information program as a work, the unused area in which access is prohibited and "0" is stored, and the data being processed by the information program. Information stack areas are arranged in order.

In the information work area, a performance information area for storing information related to the performance of the game machine 1 and an error information area for storing information related to various error determinations are arranged in order.

Hereinafter, a game area (game ROM area, game RWM area) for performing processing based on the game program and an information area (information ROM area, information RWM area) for performing processing based on the information program. The relationship will be explained.

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

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

Then, when performing processing based on the information program, in the processing based on the game program, after saving the flag register in the game RWM area, the information program is called to execute the processing based on the information program, and the information is used. Immediately after the processing based on the program is completed and the program returns to the game program, the flag register is returned from the game RWM area.

In addition, immediately after the start of the information program, the stack pointer of the game stack area is saved in the information RWM area, and then the stack pointer of the information stack area is set, and all the registers used in the game program are set to the information RWM area. All the registers used in the game program are returned from the information RWM area immediately before the end of the information program, and the stack pointer of the game stack area is returned.

By doing so, it is possible to protect the data used by the game program when performing processing based on the information program, and inconvenience occurs when returning from the information program to the game program. There will be no such thing.

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

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

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

The payout CPU 121a receives the operation clock from the crystal oscillator, reads out the payout control program stored in the payout ROM 121b, and performs arithmetic processing related to the payout of the game ball while utilizing the payout RAM 121c as a work area. As a result, control processing for paying out the game ball from the payout device 95 in response to the payout control command from the main control board 110, control processing for transmitting a command based on the result of the arithmetic processing to the main control board 110, and the like are performed. Do.

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

When the launch control unit 122 detects that the player's hand is touching the launch handle 15 by the touch signal input from the touch sensor 15a, the launch control unit 122 allows the ball feed solenoid 11b and the launch solenoid 28b to be energized and launches. When it is detected that the rotation angle of the launch handle 15 has changed due to the detection signal from the volume 15b, the ball feed solenoid 11b is driven and the launch solenoid has a launch strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the launch handle 15. 28b is driven to launch a game ball (99.9 pieces / minute).

The effect control board 130 displays an image based on the effect control unit 130 m that comprehensively controls the progress of the effect based on the reception of the effect control command from the main control board 110, and the effect control command 130 m from the effect control unit 130 m. A display control unit 140 that controls audio output, and a lamp control unit 150 that controls various light emitting members (LEDs, etc.) and various drive sources (motors, etc.) based on the reception of effect control commands from the effect control unit 130 m. It has.

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

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

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

The display control unit 140 receives a command from the effect control unit 130m to control the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 to display a predetermined image, or the sound output device 9 to display a predetermined sound. And control to output sound.

The display control unit 140 is a control unit 141 that comprehensively controls image display and audio output based on the reception of the effect control command from the effect control unit 130 m, and a display control command (display list) from the control control unit 141. For receiving voice control commands from the image control unit 145 (VDP) that controls the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 based on reception, the CGROM 146 that stores image data, etc., and the integrated control unit 141. It includes a voice control unit 148 (voice LSI) that controls the voice output device 9 based on the voice output device 9, and a voice ROM 149 in which voice data and the like are stored.

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

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

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

The input / output ports of the lamp control unit 150 include a frame lighting device 10, an effect button drive device 17b (effect button drive motor, effect button vibration motor), an effect button light emitting LED 17c, a start port lamp 75, a movable effect device 73, and a panel. The lighting device 74 is connected.

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

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

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

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

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

Although the backup power supply is not supplied to the payout control board 120 and the effect control unit 130 m, the payout control board 120 and the sub-RAM 130c are retained so that the stored contents of the payout RAM 121c and the sub RAM 130c are retained even when the power is cut off (power failure). A backup power supply may be supplied to the effect control unit 130 m. Further, the backup power supply may be supplied to only one of the payout control board 120 and the effect control unit 130 m.

(Explanation of game status)
Next, the game state when the game progresses will be described. In the present embodiment, the state relating to the special game determination (big hit determination) includes the "low probability gaming state" and the "high probability gaming state", and the state relating to the second starting port opening / closing member 48 of the second starting port 47. It has a "non-time saving game state" and a "time saving game state".
Therefore, in the present embodiment, the "low-probability non-time-saving game state (normal game state)", which is a low-probability gaming state and non-time-saving game state, and the "low-probability time-saving game state", which is a low-probability gaming state and time-saving gaming state ( "Time-saving game state)" and "high-probability time-saving game state (probability variation game state)", which are both a high-probability game state and a time-saving game state, are provided.

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

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

On the other hand, the "high probability gaming state" means that when the set value is "1", the jackpot winning probability is set as high as about 1/60, so that the player is compared with the low probability gaming state. It refers to a game state that is advantageous to. The transition from the low-probability gaming state to the high-probability gaming state is performed after the jackpot game is completed.

In addition, in the "non-time saving game state", the winning probability of winning is set as low as 1/16 in the auxiliary game judgment (hit judgment) performed on the condition that the game ball has passed through the normal map gate 44, which is normal. It refers to a gaming state in which the average time of the variation display of the symbol is set to about 30 seconds, and the opening time of the second starting port 47 when a hit is won is set to 0.2 seconds.

On the other hand, in the "time saving game state", the winning probability is set as high as 15/16, the average time of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is set to about 3 seconds, and the winning is won. 2 The opening time of the starting port 47 is set to 5 seconds, which means a gaming state that is advantageous to the player in which the consumption of the gaming ball is suppressed as compared with the non-time saving gaming state. The transition from the non-time-saving game state to the time-saving game state is performed after the jackpot game is completed.

It should be noted that the average fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 47, and the winning probability of the winning lottery are set to be more advantageous in the "time-saving game state" than in the "non-time-saving game state". , The average fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 47, and the winning probability of the winning lottery may be set to be advantageous.

In addition, the winning probability in the auxiliary game judgment in the non-time saving game state is the same without changing depending on the set value, but it is different depending on the set value so that the larger the set value is, the more advantageous the winning probability becomes. May be good. In addition, the winning probability in the auxiliary game judgment in the time-saving game state is the same without changing depending on the set value, but it is different depending on the set value so that the larger the set value is, the more advantageous the winning probability becomes. May be good.

Next, the details of various tables stored in the main ROM 110b will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 11.

(Big hit judgment table)
FIG. 6A shows a jackpot determination for the first special symbol, which is referred to when determining the special figure determination information (big hit determination) acquired based on the winning (winning) of the game ball to the first starting port 45. FIG. 6 (b) is a table, and FIG. 6 (b) is a second special symbol referred to when determining (big hit determination) the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning (winning) of the game ball to the second starting port 47. It is a jackpot judgment table for.

As shown in FIGS. 6A to 6B, the jackpot determination table contains the current set value, the probability game state when the jackpot determination is performed, the random value for jackpot determination, and the determination result of the jackpot determination ( (Big hit, small hit, lost) are associated with each other, and for reference, the approximate winning probability in the case of "big hit" or "small hit" is described in the rightmost column.

The main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 6A or the jackpot determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 6B, and refers to the current set value and the current probability game. Based on the state and the random value for determining the big hit, it is determined whether it is a "big hit", a "small hit", or a "loss".

For example, according to the jackpot determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 6A, when the set value is "1" and the game is in the low probability gaming state, 200 pieces of "100" to "299" are used. The jackpot determination random value is determined to be a "big hit", and when the game is in a high probability gaming state, 1000 jackpot determination random numbers from "100" to "1099" are determined to be a "big hit". Further, regardless of whether the game is in the low-probability gaming state or the high-probability gaming state, 200 jackpot determination random values of "2000" to "2199" are determined to be "small hits". Therefore, the big hit determination random value other than the big hit or the small hit is determined to be "missing".

A feature of the jackpot determination table for the special symbol shown in FIG. 6 is that the jackpot probability changes depending on the set value, but the small hit probability does not change and is constant. By doing so, the degree of advantage of the player does not change drastically depending on the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

In addition, the probability of being judged as a big hit in the high probability game state is 5 times the probability of being judged as a big hit in the low probability game state (common regardless of the set value), but it is judged as a big hit. The probability of being performed is not limited to 5 times, and if the value is 10 times or less, it may be set to any value such as 3 times or 8 times.

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

In addition, the larger the set value, the more advantageous the player (the jackpot probability increases), but conversely, the smaller the set value, the more advantageous the player (the jackpot probability increases). It may be.

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

(Special symbol judgment table)
FIG. 7A is a special symbol determination table for jackpots that is referred to when determining a stop symbol of a special symbol when it is determined to be a jackpot, and FIG. 7B is a case where it is determined to be lost. It is a special symbol determination table for loss that is referred to when the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined, and FIG. 7 (c) is a small hit that is referred to when the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined when it is determined to be a small hit. It is a special symbol judgment table for.

As shown in FIGS. 7A to 7C, in the special symbol determination table, the type of the special symbol for determining the stop symbol, the random value for special symbol determination, the determination result of the special symbol determination, and the determination thereof. The stop special symbol data indicating the result and the special symbol designation command indicating the determination result of the special symbol determination are associated with each other.

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

Although one lost special symbol is associated with each of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, a plurality of lost special symbols are associated with at least one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. May be good.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special symbol determination table shown in any one of FIGS. 7 (a) to 7 (c), and sets the special symbol based on the type of the special symbol for determining the stop symbol and the random value for determining the special symbol. The type, stop special symbol data, and special symbol designation command are determined, and the special symbol designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The first feature of the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 7 is that the type of the big hit special symbol, the type of the lost special symbol, and the type of the small hit special symbol are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, the game playability is not too complicated, and the player can play the game with peace of mind. At least one of the big hit special symbol and the small hit special symbol may be one type.

The second feature of the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 7 is that the selection ratio of various jackpot special symbols, the selection ratio of various lost symbols, and the selection ratio of various small hit symbols do not change depending on the set value and are constant. Can be mentioned. By doing so, the degree of advantage of the player does not change drastically depending on the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

(Special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table)
FIG. 8 is a special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving gaming state, which is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the non-time saving gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 8, in the special symbol variation pattern determination table, the type of the special symbol (starting port) for displaying the variation, the determination result of the jackpot determination, the determination result of the special symbol (stop special symbol data), and Reach judgment random number value, first special figure hold number (U1) or second special figure hold number (U2), special figure fluctuation pattern judgment random value, special figure fluctuation pattern as judgment result, special symbol The fluctuation time of is associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern specification command indicating the special figure fluctuation pattern.

Therefore, it can be said that the "special symbol fluctuation pattern" can specify at least the type of the special symbol, the determination result of the jackpot determination, and the fluctuation time of the special symbol. Further, when the determination result of the big hit determination is a loss, the reach determination random value is referred to, but when the jackpot and the small hit are lost, the reach determination random value is not referred to.

In the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8, when the judgment result of the jackpot determination is lost, the fluctuation time of the special symbol becomes shorter as the number of special figure reservations (first special figure reservation number) increases. The fluctuation pattern is determined.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table shown in FIG. 8, and refers to the judgment result of the jackpot judgment, the judgment result of the special symbol (stop special figure data), the random value for reach judgment, and the number of reserved first special figures (U1). ) Or the second special figure hold number (U2), the special figure fluctuation pattern determination command is determined based on the special figure fluctuation pattern, the special symbol fluctuation time, and the special figure fluctuation pattern specification command, and the special figure fluctuation pattern is specified. The command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

Further, as will be described later, the effect control board 130 determines the content (effect mode) of the variation effect based on the special figure variation pattern (variation pattern designation command). In the rightmost column of the figure pattern determination table, the effect contents that can be executed by the variable effect are described as a reference.

As the effect contents shown in the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8, "normal variation" and "shortening variation" mean that the three effect symbols 70a fluctuate apart at high speed and stop without reaching. This means that the shortened fluctuation ends in a shorter fluctuation time than the normal fluctuation.

Further, "reach" means that the player is expected to perform a jackpot game in which a part of the combination of the effect symbols 70a for notifying the jackpot is temporarily stopped and the other effect symbols 70a fluctuate. It means a variation mode to be caused. For example, when a combination of three effect symbols 70a of "777" is set as a combination of effect symbols 70a for notifying a jackpot (big hit result mode), the same effect symbol 70a is "7" in the left side region and the right side region. Refers to a mode in which the remaining effect symbols 70a are fluctuating in the central region after being temporarily stopped at.

In addition, "temporary stop" means that the effect symbol 70a sways slightly or the effect symbol 70a is slightly deformed to make the player appear as if the effect symbol 70a is stopped (completely stopped). (Not).

Further, "normal reach" means a reach in which the same effect symbol 70a is temporarily stopped in the left side area and the right side area, and the remaining one effect symbol 70a fluctuates in the center area, and the reach with the lowest expectation of a big hit. It has become. In this embodiment, the "normal reach" does not make a big hit, but the "normal reach" may make a big hit.

In addition, "SP reach" is a super reach with a higher degree of expectation of a big hit than a normal reach. For example, the three effect symbols 70a are reduced and moved to the corners of the image display device, and a special effect is made to expect the player to perform the jackpot game using almost the entire display area of the image display device. It is supposed to do.

In addition, "SPSP reach" is a special reach with higher expectations for big hits than super reach. For example, the three effect symbols 70a are reduced and moved to the corners of the image display device, and almost the entire display area of the image display device is used to perform a special effect rather than "SP reach".

In addition, "full rotation reach" is a reach that is a big hit. For example, all three effect symbols 70a are the same and fluctuate at a low speed in a state of being aligned, and almost the entire display area of the image display device is used to perform a special effect than "SPSP reach".

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

The first feature of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8 is that the types of special figure variation patterns to be determined are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, it becomes difficult to detect the set value from the special figure fluctuation pattern, and it becomes possible to provide a fair game.

The second feature of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8 is that the selection ratio of each special figure variation pattern does not change depending on the set value and is the same. By doing so, it becomes difficult to detect the set value from the special figure fluctuation pattern, and it becomes possible to provide a fair game.

The main ROM 110b also stores a special symbol variation pattern determination table for the time-saving gaming state, which is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the time-saving gaming state, but basically it is for the non-time-saving gaming state. It is the same as the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table. However, there is a point that a relatively short fluctuation time is easily determined (the average fluctuation time is shortened) as compared with the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state. Therefore, it is possible to change the fluctuation time of the special symbol between the non-time-saving game state and the time-saving game state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

The selection ratio of the special figure fluctuation pattern may be changed for each set value, may be changed between an odd number setting and an even number setting, or is it a low setting (for example, 1 to 2). It may be changed depending on whether the setting is high (for example, 3 to 4). In addition, a dedicated special figure fluctuation pattern is provided for each set value, a dedicated special figure fluctuation pattern is provided for one of the odd number setting and the even number setting, and a dedicated special figure fluctuation pattern is not provided for the other. A dedicated special figure fluctuation pattern may be provided on one of the low setting and the high setting, and a dedicated special figure fluctuation pattern may not be provided on the other.

(Preliminary judgment table)
FIG. 9 is a pre-judgment table for a non-time-saving gaming state, which is referred to when pre-determining the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the starting port.

As shown in FIG. 9, in the pre-judgment table, the type of special symbol (starting port), the game state, the judgment result of the jackpot judgment, the random value for special symbol judgment, the random value for reach judgment, and the special The random value for determining the figure fluctuation pattern, the special figure schedule fluctuation pattern as the judgment result, and the start opening winning designation command indicating the special figure schedule fluctuation pattern are associated with each other.

In the pre-judgment of the special symbol judgment information, it is possible to judge whether it is "big hit", "small hit", or "miss" by the big hit judgment random value, and it is possible to judge the type of the special symbol by the special symbol judgment random value. Since the type of the special figure scheduled fluctuation pattern to be executed can be determined in advance by the reach judgment random value and the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment random value, is it a big hit or a small hit from the start opening prize designation command? Whether or not, the type of special symbol and the special symbol schedule fluctuation pattern can be specified.

The main CPU 110a refers to the pre-judgment table shown in FIG. 9, and based on the jackpot determination random value, the special symbol determination random value, the reach determination random value, and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random value, the special figure scheduled variation The pattern and the start opening prize designation command are determined, and the start opening prize designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130.

The main ROM 110b also stores a special symbol variation pattern determination table for the time-saving gaming state, which is referred to when determining the variation pattern of the special symbol in the time-saving gaming state. The difference is that there is no determination information corresponding to the first special symbol, but since it is basically the same as the preliminary determination table for the non-time saving gaming state, the description thereof is omitted here.

(Large winning opening opening mode judgment table)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a big winning opening opening mode determination table for changing the state of the first big winning opening 50 or the second big winning opening 56 in the big hit game (special game).

As shown in FIG. 10, in the big winning opening opening mode determination table, the stop special figure data of the special symbol, the maximum number of round games in the big hit game, the maximum number of winnings in the big winning opening in one round game, and the big hit. The opening time from the start of the game to the execution of the first round game, the type of large winning opening to be opened in each round game, the maximum number of opening of the large winning opening to be opened in each round game, and one time in each round game The opening time of the big winning opening for opening the game, the interval time for closing the big winning opening after the end of the round game, and the ending time from the end of the final round game to the end of the big hit game are associated. ..

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

In addition, the 1st to 3rd big hit games are specific rounds in which the 2nd and 4th round games open the 1st big winning opening, and when a game ball enters a specific area 53 in a specific round, a big hit game After the end of, it is set to the high probability game state. The first jackpot game is a jackpot game in which it is difficult for a game ball to enter a specific area 53 in a specific round, and the second and third jackpot games are a jackpot game in which a game ball enters a specific area 53 in a specific round. It is a big hit game that is easy to do.

(Game status setting table)
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a game state setting table for setting a game state after the jackpot game is completed. In the game state setting table, the stop special figure data of the special symbol, the winning state data indicating the game state at the time of winning the jackpot, the time-saving game flag indicating the time-saving game state, and the time-saving game state can be executed. It is associated with the time saving number (J) indicating the number of times of variation display.

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

The main CPU 110a refers to the game state setting table shown in FIG. 11 and determines the time saving game flag and the time saving number of times (J) based on the stop special figure data and the winning state data.

The first feature of the game state setting table shown in FIG. 11 is that even if the same stop special figure data is used, the number of time reductions (J) is made different based on the winning state data (game state at the time of big hit winning). There are cases.

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

The second feature of the game state setting table shown in FIG. 11 is that the types of time-saving game flags to be set are the same without changing depending on the set values. By doing so, the degree of advantage of the player does not change drastically depending on the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

(Various storage areas of the main RAM)
FIG. 12 is a diagram showing various storage areas set in the main RAM 110c. Specifically, FIG. 12A is a special diagram in which special figure determination information acquired when a game ball wins (wins) in the first start port 45 and / or the second start port 47 is stored. It is a figure which shows the determination information storage area, FIG. 12 (b) is a figure which shows the structure of each storage part of the special figure determination information storage area, and FIG. 12 (c) is a figure which a game ball is at a normal figure gate 44. It is a normal map determination information storage area in which the normal map determination information acquired when passing through is stored, and FIG. 12 (d) is a diagram showing the configuration of each storage unit of the normal map determination information storage area.

As shown in FIG. 12A, the special figure determination information storage area stores the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the first start port 45. The area, the second special figure judgment information reserved storage area in which the special figure judgment information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 47 is stored, and the special figure judgment information during the variable display are stored. It is divided into a special figure determination information storage area, and the first special figure determination information reservation storage area and the second special figure determination information reservation storage area are each divided into a first storage unit to a fourth storage unit.

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

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

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

As shown in FIG. 12B, each storage unit has a jackpot determination random number storage area for storing a jackpot determination random number value and a special symbol determination random number storage for storing a special symbol determination random number value. It is divided into an area, a reach determination random number storage area for storing a reach determination random number value, and a special figure variation pattern determination random number storage area for storing a special figure variation pattern determination random number value.

Then, when the game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 45 and the special figure determination information is acquired, the special figure determination information is not stored most in the first special figure determination information reserved storage area. The acquired special figure determination information is stored in the storage unit having a small number. Further, when the game ball enters the second starting port 47 and the special figure determination information is acquired, the number of the second special figure determination information reserved storage area is the smallest in which the special figure determination information is not stored. The acquired special figure determination information is stored in the storage unit.

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

As shown in FIG. 12 (c), the normal map determination information storage area varies from the normal map determination information storage area in which the normal map determination information acquired based on the passage of the game ball to the normal map gate 44 is stored. It is divided into a normal map determination information storage area in which display is being executed, and the normal map determination information reservation storage area is divided into a first storage unit to a fourth storage unit, respectively. The number of normal map determination information stored in the first to fourth storage units of the normal map determination information reservation storage area is the number of normal map reservations.

As shown in FIG. 12D, each storage unit has a hit determination random number storage area for storing a hit determination random number value and a normal symbol determination random number storage for storing a normal symbol determination random number value. It is divided into an area and a random number storage area for determining a normal map variation pattern for storing a random number value for determining a normal map variation pattern.

Then, when the game ball passes through the Fuzu gate 44 and the Fuzu determination information is acquired, it is acquired in the storage unit having the smallest number in the Fuzu determination information reservation storage area where the Fuzu determination information is not stored. The normal map judgment information is stored.

In the 0th storage unit, which is the normal figure judgment information execution storage area, when the start condition of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is satisfied, the normal figure judgment information stored in the first storage unit of the normal figure judgment information hold storage area shifts. And will usually be referenced to perform variable display of symbols.

(flowchart)
Next, the progress of the game in the game machine 1 will be described with reference to a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
The main process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the main processing on the main control board 110. This main process is performed by inputting a system reset generated by supplying a power supply voltage from the power supply board 160 to the main CPU 110a.

First, the main CPU 110a performs the initial setting process in step S10. Specifically, a preparatory process for starting the control of the game, a setting change process for changing the set value based on the setting change operation, and a predetermined RWM area of the main RAM 110c based on the RWM clear operation. RWM clear processing, setting confirmation processing for confirming the set value based on the setting confirmation operation, various drive sources provided in the board unit 500 (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching) The drive source initial operation process for initial operation of the solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is performed. The details of the initial setting process will be described later.

In step S50, the main CPU 110a updates the special symbol determination random value and the reach determination random value, and in step S51, the jackpot determination initial random value, the special symbol determination initial random value, the hit determination initial random value, The initial random number value for normal symbol determination is updated.

In step S52, the main CPU 110a detects a voltage drop indicating the occurrence of a voltage drop of the supply power supply (for example, the supply power supply supplied at 24 volts drops to less than 18 volts) from the power failure detection circuit 162 of the power supply board 160. Determine if a signal is being input. If the voltage drop detection signal is not input, the process is transferred to step S50, and if the voltage drop detection signal is input, the process is transferred to step S53.

In step S53, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the voltage drop detection signal is continuously input for a predetermined period (for example, 10 milliseconds). If the input is continued for a predetermined period, the process is moved to step S54 assuming that a complete power failure has occurred, and if the input is not continued for a predetermined period, the power supply can be momentarily dropped in voltage. The process is transferred to step S52 as having the property.

In step S54, the main CPU 110a sets interrupt prohibition for prohibiting timer interruption, and in step S55, issues a power cutoff designation command for notifying the payout control board 120 that the power cutoff process has started. Send. As a result, the payout control board 120 that has received the power cutoff designation command transmits the remaining payout number designation command indicating the remaining payout number of the game balls stored in the payout RAM 121c.

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

In step S57, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the waiting time for waiting for the reception of the remaining payout number designation command has elapsed. If the standby time has not elapsed, the process is transferred to step S56, and if the standby time has elapsed, the process is transferred to step S58 assuming that normal communication with the payout control board 120 is not possible.

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

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

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

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

In this way, when the supply of the operating power supply (18 volts or more) required for the operation of the game machine 1 is started, the initial setting process is performed, but with the occurrence of a momentary power failure (voltage drop to less than 18 volts). When the supply of operating power is restarted, the initial setting process is not performed. That is, even if the setting change operation, the setting confirmation operation, and the RWM clear operation are performed for some reason when the momentary power failure occurs, the setting change process, the setting confirmation process, and the RWM clear process are not executed. The machine will not perform unintended operations, and it will be possible to ensure the reliability of the game machine.

(Initial setting process of main control board)
The initial setting process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.

First, the main CPU 110a prohibits all interrupts in step S11, performs initial CPU settings such as internal register settings in step S12, and performs start-up waiting processing for other control boards in step S13. Specifically, the payout control board 120 and the effect control board 130 are waited for one second so as not to miss a command from the main control board 110.

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

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

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

The main CPU 110a performs a setting change process (game program) in step S19. Specifically, based on the operation of the RWM clear switch 111a, a process for changing (updating) the set value (of the jackpot probability in the jackpot lottery), which is the stage of the advantage degree of the game, is performed. The details of the setting change process will be described later with reference to FIG. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to step S24.

In step S20, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the checksum is normal. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c matches the checksum calculated in step S17. If the checksum is normal (the data in the RWM area is normal), the process is transferred to step S21, and if the checksum is not normal (the data in the RWM area is abnormal), the process is performed in step S22. To move.

If the backup flag is not saved, that is, when the power is turned on for the first time, the checksum is determined to be abnormal.

In step S21, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set value in the set value (during game) area is within an appropriate range (here, 1 to 4). When it is determined that the set value in the set value (during game) area is within the appropriate range, the process is transferred to step S23, and when it is determined that the set value in the set value (during game) area is not in the appropriate range. The process is transferred to step S22.

The "set value (during game) area" is an area in which the set value is saved when the setting change mode is not set, and is an area in which the fixed set value is saved. The set value range in the set value (during game) area is "1 to 4", which is a value obtained by adding +1 to the set value in the set value (changing) area.
The "setting value (changing) area" is an area in which the setting value being set is temporarily saved in the setting change mode. The set value range in the set value (changing) area is 0 to 3, which is -1 from the set value in the set value (during game) area.
The term "set value area" refers to "set value (during game) area" and "set value (changing) area".

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

The "unrecoverable error" is an error state in which the game is not controlled (it does not shift to the game control), and is not canceled unless the setting change process is executed. Therefore, when an unrecoverable error occurs, even if the power switch provided on the power supply board 160 is turned off and then the power switch is turned on without the setting change operation, the setting is not canceled. The power switch must be turned on with the change operation. During an unrecoverable error, the presence or absence of signal input from various input devices (various switches, various sensors) is not monitored at all.

"Unrecoverable error notification" displays an unrecoverable error screen ("Unrecoverable error. Please change the settings") to let the image display device recognize that an unrecoverable error has occurred. Or, the frame lighting device 10 or the panel lighting device 74 is fully lit with a predetermined emission color (for example, red) until the power is turned off, or the sound output device 9 indicates that a recovery error has occurred. It is to output an error sound ("Unrecoverable error" + buzzer sound) until the power is turned off.

In step S23, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the RWM clear operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the RWM clear switch 111a is in the ON state. If there is an RWM clear operation, the process is transferred to step S24 as if the RWM clear operation is performed, and if there is no RWM clear operation, the process is transferred to step S27.

The main CPU 110a performs an RWM clearing process (game program) in step S24. Specifically, based on the operation of the RWM clear switch 111a, a process for initializing the control state of the game (initializing a region other than the set value region of the RWM region for the game) is performed. The details of the RWM clearing process will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step S25, the main CPU 110a performs a drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow) provided on the board unit 500 and operated by the main control board 110 according to the progress of the game. A process for initially operating the path switching solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is performed over a predetermined period. The details of the initial operation of various drive sources will be described later.

In step S26, the main CPU 110a issues a power-on designation command indicating that the game control state has been initialized and the current game state (here, a low-probability non-time-saving game state as a normal game state). It is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process is transferred to step S33. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs a process for executing the power-on notification indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized.

The "power-on notification" is to display an initial screen (background image and initial effect symbol "135") at the time of power-on to make the image display device recognize that the control state of the game has been initialized, or to display a frame. It indicates that the lighting device 10 for the screen and the lighting device 74 for the panel are all lit with a predetermined emission color (for example, white) for a predetermined period (for example, 60 seconds), or the RWM area is initialized from the sound output device 9. The power-on notification sound (“RWM has been cleared” + buzzer sound) is output for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds).
In the power-on notification, the RWM area was cleared on the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71 instead of displaying the initial screen on the first image display device 70 and the second image display device 71. A display for notifying that may be displayed.

In step S27, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not there has been a setting confirmation operation. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 112a is in the ON state. If there is a setting confirmation operation, the process is moved to step S28 to shift to the setting confirmation mode, and if there is no setting confirmation operation, the control state of the game is returned to the state before the power was turned off. The process is transferred to step S30.

The main CPU 110a performs a setting confirmation process (game program) in step S28. Specifically, a process for displaying the set value saved in the set value (during game) area of the game RWM area on the information display 113 is performed. The details of the setting confirmation process will be described later with reference to FIG.

In step S29, the main CPU 110a performs a drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, the above-mentioned various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are initially initialized over a predetermined period. Perform processing to operate. The details of the initial operation of various drive sources will be described later.

In step S30, the main CPU 110a clears (clears 0) the backup flag and checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c, and sets the RWM area at the time of power restoration. As a result, the progress state (control state) of the game is restored (recovered) to the state before the power was turned off, so that the game can be restarted from the state before the power was turned off.

In step S31, the main CPU 110a transmits a power restoration designation command indicating that the control state of the game has been restored and the game state before the occurrence of the power failure to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 is subjected to a process for executing the power recovery notification indicating that the control state of the game has returned to the state before the power was cut off by ending the setting confirmation notification and the like.

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

In step S32, the main CPU 110a transmits other commands (special symbol storage designation command, ordinary symbol storage designation command, etc., which will be described later) to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 can grasp the number of special figure reservations, and a process for displaying the first reservation icon and the second reservation icon on the image display device is performed.

In step S33, the main CPU 110a transmits a set value designation command to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 can grasp the current set value. The setting value designation command may be transmitted to the effect control board 130 before the power-on designation command or the power recovery designation command is transmitted. Further, the setting value designation command may be transmitted at each start of the variable display of the special symbol, or may be transmitted at each start of the jackpot game.

The main CPU 110a activates a CTC (counter timer circuit) for generating a timer interrupt (4 milliseconds) in step S34, and permits all interrupts in step S35 to control the progress of the game (main control). The timer interrupt of the board 110) is started, and the initial setting process of this time is completed.

That is, from the time the power of the game machine 1 is turned on until the initial setting process is completed, the state is before the start of the game progress control, and after the initial setting process is completed, the game progress control is performed. It will be ready for the game to be played.

As described above, since a plurality of conditions (operations) are set for the setting change operation, the RWM clear operation, and the setting confirmation operation, it is not possible to easily change the setting, clear the RWM, or confirm the setting. , It is possible to suppress fraudulent activities and improve the security of game machines.

In addition, the number of conditions (operations) set for the setting change operation is larger than the conditions (operations) set for the RWM clear operation and setting confirmation operation, which is the most illegal setting change. It is possible to increase the security of events in which acts are likely to occur, and it is possible to effectively prevent fraudulent acts.

In addition, when the checksum is abnormal, the non-recoverable error processing is executed to stop the progress of the game, so that the game machine performs an unexpected operation, which is a nuisance to the game store and the player. It is possible to improve the reliability of the game machine by eliminating the error.

In addition, if the value in the set value (during game) area is not in the proper range, that is, if the previous power failure may have occurred during the setting change, an unrecoverable error occurs even if the checksum is normal. By executing the process and stopping the progress of the game, the game does not proceed in a state where the set value not intended by the game store is set, and the reliability of the game machine is improved. It becomes possible.

Further, during setting change (setting change mode) or setting confirmation (setting confirmation mode), the state confirmation display 68, the first image display device 70, and the second image display are displayed on the front surface (front surface) of the game machine 1. It is possible to recognize that the setting is being changed by checking the device 71, the frame lighting device 10 and the panel lighting device 74, and on the back surface (back surface), the setting is being changed by checking the information display 113. It is possible to recognize that there is. That is, it is possible to grasp whether or not the setting is being changed from either the front (front surface) or the back surface (back surface) of the game machine 1.

The setting change operation, the RWM clear operation, and the setting confirmation operation may include that the open detection switch 31a is in the ON state as a condition. By doing so, since the conditions are increased, fraudulent activities can be suppressed, and the security of the gaming machine can be further improved.

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

In addition, the power-on designation command and the power recovery designation command are sent including information indicating the current game state, but after the power-on designation command and the power recovery designation command are sent, the current game state is sent. The game state specification command indicating the above may be transmitted.

Further, by not determining the presence / absence of the setting changing flag, the unrecoverable error processing may not be performed even if the previous power off occurs during the setting change.

In addition, the checksum of the game RWM area (excluding the set value area) is calculated when the power is turned off or when the power is turned on, but the checksum of the entire RWM area is calculated. Alternatively, the checksum of the game RWM area and the checksum of the information RWM area may be calculated separately, and if one of the checksums is abnormal, the checksum may be shifted to the non-recoverable error processing. ..

(Main control board setting change processing)
The setting change process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a setting change process of the main control board 110.

First, in step S19-1, the main CPU 110a performs output processing of the setting changing signal (security signal). Specifically, the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal board 90 starts to output a setting changing signal (security signal) indicating that the setting is being changed. The setting changing signal (security signal) continues to be output during the setting change, and even after the setting change is completed, the output is continued for 200 ms and then the output is terminated.

In step S19-2, a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed is displayed on the status confirmation display 68. Specifically, one LED of the status confirmation indicator 68 is turned on. As a result, it becomes possible for the game clerk to know that the setting is being changed by checking the status confirmation display 68.

In step S19-3, the main CPU 110a transmits a setting change designation command to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 is subjected to a process for executing the setting change notification for notifying that the setting value is being changed.

The "setting change notification" is to display a setting changing screen indicating that the set value is being changed on the first image display device 70 or the second image display device 71, or to display a frame lighting device 10 or board lighting. The device 74 is fully lit with a predetermined emission color (for example, white) while the setting is changed. The voice output device 9 may output a setting change notification sound (“setting is being changed”) indicating that the setting is being changed. As a result, the game clerk grasps that the setting is being changed by checking the first image display device 70, the second image display device 71, the frame lighting device 10, the panel lighting device 74, and the audio output device 9. It becomes possible.

In step S19-4, the main CPU 110a decrements the set value of the set value (during game) area by -1 and saves it in the set value (changing) area, and in step S19-5, the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. Initialize (clear 0) the set value (during game) area.

In step S19-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set value in the set value (changing) area is within an appropriate range (here, 0 to 3). If it is determined that the set value in the set value (changing) area is within the appropriate range, the process is moved to step S19-8, and it is determined that the set value in the set value (changing) area is not in the appropriate range. If so, the process is moved to step S19-7.

When it is determined in step S19-6 that the set value in the set value (changing) area is not within the appropriate range, the main CPU 110a sets the initial value "in the set value (changing) area" in step S19-7. Set "0".

In step S19-8, the main CPU 110a displays the current set value on the information display 113. Specifically, the value obtained by adding +1 (here, 1 to 4) is displayed on one 7-segment LED of the information display 113 with reference to the set value in the set value (changing) area. As a result, the game clerk can grasp the set value before the change by checking the information display 113.

In step S19-9, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set value update operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the RWM clear switch 111a has changed from the OFF state to the ON state. If there is a set value update operation, the process is transferred to step S19-10, and if there is no set value update operation, the process is transferred to step S19-13.

The main CPU 110a updates the set value in the set value (changing) area by +1 in step S19-10, and performs the set value correction process in step S19-11. Specifically, when the updated set value is "4" that exceeds the appropriate range (here, 0 to 3), the process of correcting the set value to "0" is performed.

In step S19-12, the main CPU 110a displays the current set value on the information display 113. Specifically, the value obtained by adding +1 (here, 1 to 4) is displayed on one 7-segment LED of the information display 113 with reference to the set value in the set value (changing) area. As a result, the game clerk can grasp the set value before confirmation by checking the information display 113.

The main CPU 110a determines in step S19-13 whether or not the set value determination operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 112a has changed from the ON state to the OFF state. If there is a setting value confirmation operation, the process is moved to step S19-14 assuming that the setting value has been confirmed (the setting change mode is terminated), and if there is no setting value confirmation operation, the setting value is updated. The process is moved to step S19-9 as it may be performed.

In step S19-14, the main CPU 110a adds +1 to the set value of the set value (changing) area and saves it in the set value (during game) area, and in step S19-15, sets the set value (changing) area. Initialize the value (clear 0).

In step S19-16, the main CPU 110a ends the display of the set value on the information display 113, ends the display of the status confirmation display 68 in step S19-17, and ends the current setting change process.

In this way, even if the set value is not in the proper range, the initial value is set as the set value, so that an indefinite value is set as the set value and the game machine is unexpected. It is possible to improve the reliability of the game machine by not causing trouble to the game store and the player by performing the operation.

In addition, while the setting is being changed (during the setting change mode), the game clerk is on the front (front surface) of the game machine 1 with a status confirmation display 68, a first image display device 70, a second image display device 71, and frame lighting. It is possible to recognize that the setting is being changed by checking the device 10 and the panel lighting device 74, and it is possible to recognize that the setting is being changed by checking the information display 113 on the back surface (back surface). It has become. That is, it is possible to grasp whether or not the setting is being changed from either the front (front surface) or the back surface (back surface) of the game machine 1.

The set value confirmation operation was set so that the setting key switch 112a was changed from the ON state to the OFF state, but the RWM clear switch 111a may be changed from the OFF state to the ON state, or the dedicated switch may be OFF. The state may be changed from the state to the ON state, or the touch sensor 15a may be changed from the OFF state to the ON state by inputting the signal from the touch sensor 15a to the main control board 110. , The detection switch (for example, the general winning opening detection switch 43a, etc.) provided in the specific winning opening (including the starting opening) may be changed from the OFF state to the ON state, or the opening detection switch 31a may be changed from the OFF state. It may be in the ON state.

In addition, the setting change specification command is sent at the start of the setting change processing, and the power-on specification command is sent after the setting change processing is completed. However, the setting change start specification command is sent instead of the setting change specification command. Then, instead of the power-on specification command, the setting change end specification command may be sent. In this case, the setting change end specification command may be sent at the end of the setting change process, or may be sent after the setting change process is completed.

(RWM clear processing of main control board)
The RWM clearing process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the RWM clearing process of the main control board 110.

First, in step S24-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set value saved in the set value (during game) area of the game RWM area is within an appropriate range (here, 1 to 4). If the set value is in the proper range (the setting change process has been performed in the past), the process is moved to step S24-2, and the set value is not in the proper range (the setting change process has not been performed in the past). If so, the process is transferred to step S24-5.

In step S24-2, the main CPU 110a initializes (clears 0) a region other than the set value region of the game RWM region of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the progress state of the game is initialized to the initial state (the state at the time of shipment of the game machine 1), and the data (other than the set value) of the game RWM area before clearing the RWM is not inherited. Become.

In step S24-3, the main CPU 110a performs output processing of the RWM clear signal (security signal). Specifically, processing is performed to output an RWM clear signal (security signal) indicating that the RWM has been cleared from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal plate 90. If another security signal is output from the security signal terminal, the output of the RWM clear signal (security signal) is started after the output period of the output security signal ends.

In step S24-4, the main CPU 110a transmits the RWM clear designation command to the effect control board 130, and ends the current RWM clear process.

The main CPU 110a performs an unrecoverable error process in step S24-5. Specifically, after displaying the set value error information "E" on the information display 113 and transmitting an unrecoverable error specification command indicating that a non-recoverable error has occurred on the effect control board 130, the timer is interrupted. After setting the interrupt prohibition and clearing the output port, the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal board 90 outputs an unrecoverable error signal (security signal) indicating the occurrence of an unrecoverable error to supply power. Performs a process of waiting until is completely cut off.

In this way, when the set value is not within the appropriate range, the progress of the game is stopped. The non-recoverable error processing is executed to stop the progress of the game, so that the game machine operates unexpectedly. It is possible to improve the reliability of the game machine without causing trouble to the game store and the player.

When it is determined in step S24-1 that the set value is not in the appropriate range, the process shifts to the non-recoverable error process, but when it is determined in step S24-1 that the set value is not in the appropriate range. , The initial value "1" may be set in the set value, and the process may proceed to the process of step S24-2.

Further, the RWM clear specification command is transmitted at the start of the RWM clear process, and the power-on specification command is transmitted after the RWM clear process is completed. However, the RWM clear start specification command is transmitted instead of the RWM clear specification command. Then, instead of the power-on designation command, the RWM clear end designation command may be transmitted. In this case, the RWM clear end specification command may be transmitted at the end of the RWM clear process, or may be transmitted after the end of the RWM clear process.

(Main control board setting confirmation process)
The setting confirmation process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a setting confirmation process of the main control board 110.

First, in step S28-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the set value saved in the set value (during game) area of the game RWM area is within an appropriate range (here, 1 to 4). If the set value is within the appropriate range (the setting change process has been performed in the past), the process is moved to step S28-2, and the set value is not within the appropriate range (the setting change process has not been performed in the past). If so, the process is transferred to step S28-9.

In step S28-2, the main CPU 110a performs output processing of the setting confirmation signal (security signal). Specifically, the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal board 90 starts to output a setting confirmation signal (security signal) indicating that the setting is being confirmed. The setting confirmation signal (security signal) continues to be output during the setting confirmation, and even after the setting confirmation is completed, the output is continued for 200 ms and then the output is terminated.

In step S28-3, the main CPU 110a displays a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed on the status confirmation display 68. Specifically, one LED of the status confirmation indicator 68 is turned on. As a result, it becomes possible for the game clerk to know that the setting is being confirmed by checking the status confirmation display 68.

In step S28-4, the main CPU 110a transmits a setting confirmation designation command to the effect control board 130. As a result, a process for executing the setting confirmation notification for notifying that the setting confirmation is being performed by the effect control board 130 is performed.

The "setting confirmation notification" is to display a setting confirmation screen indicating that the setting is being confirmed on the first image display device 70 or the second image display device 71, or to display the frame lighting device 10 or the panel lighting device 74. Is to be fully lit with a predetermined emission color (for example, white) during the setting confirmation. The voice output device 9 may output a setting confirmation notification sound (“confirming the set value”) indicating that the setting is being confirmed. As a result, the game clerk grasps that the setting is being confirmed by checking the first image display device 70, the second image display device 71, the frame lighting device 10, the panel lighting device 74, and the audio output device 9. It becomes possible.

In step S28-5, the main CPU 110a displays the current set value on the information display 113. Specifically, with reference to the set value in the set value (during game) area, a number (1 to 4 in this case) indicating the set value is displayed on one 7-segment LED of the information display 113. As a result, the game clerk can grasp the current set value by checking the information display 113.

In step S28-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the confirmation end operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the setting key switch 112a has changed from the ON state to the OFF state. If there is a confirmation end operation, the process is transferred to step S28-7, and if there is no confirmation end operation, the process of step S28-6 is repeated.

In step S28-7, the main CPU 110a ends the display of the set value on the information display 113, ends the display of the status confirmation display 68 in step S28-8, and ends the current setting change process.

The main CPU 110a performs an unrecoverable error process in step S28-9. Specifically, after displaying the set value error information "E" on the information display 113 and transmitting an unrecoverable error specification command indicating that a non-recoverable error has occurred on the effect control board 130, the timer is interrupted. After clearing the output port, interrupts are prohibited, and an unrecoverable error signal (security signal) indicating the occurrence of an unrecoverable error is output from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal board 90, and the power supply is complete. Performs a process of waiting until it is refused.

In this way, when the set value is not within the appropriate range, the progress of the game is stopped by executing an unrecoverable error process to stop the progress of the game, so that the game machine operates unexpectedly. It is possible to improve the reliability of the game machine without causing trouble to the game store and the player.

When it is determined in step S28-1 that the set value is not in the proper range, the initial value "1" is set in the set value and the process in step S28-2 is performed instead of shifting to the non-recoverable error process. You may want to migrate.

In addition, the setting confirmation specification command is sent at the start of the setting confirmation process, and the power recovery specification command is sent after the setting confirmation process is completed. However, the setting confirmation start specification command is sent instead of the setting confirmation specification command. Then, instead of the power-on designation command, the setting confirmation end designation command may be sent. In this case, the setting confirmation end specification command may be sent at the end of the setting confirmation process, or may be sent after the setting confirmation process is completed.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the setting changing signal, the RWM clear signal, the setting confirmation signal, and the unrecoverable error signal are output from the same security signal terminal. By doing so, it is possible to output many types of signals even with a limited number of signal terminals, and it is possible to improve the convenience of the game machine.

Further, from the start of power supply to the game ready state in which the game progress control (timer interruption of the main control board 110) is performed (in the state before the start), inputs other than the RWM clear switch 111a and the setting key switch 112a are input. Devices (out ball detection switch 39a, general winning opening detection switch 43a, gate detection switch 44a, first starting opening detection switch 45a, second starting opening detection switch 47a, first major winning opening detection switch 50a, specific area detection switch 53a , The presence or absence of signal input from the second prize opening detection switch 56a, the magnetic detection sensor 57a, and the radio wave detection sensor 58a) is not monitored.

That is, in the pre-start state before the progress control of the game is started, even if the game ball wins in various winning openings (including the starting opening), the winning is invalid and the game ball is not paid out. It has become like. Further, even if a game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 45 or the second starting port 47, the winning is invalidated and the special symbol changes in the first special symbol display 60 or the second special symbol display 61. The display is not performed, and the big hit game and the small hit game are not executed. Further, even if the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 44, the passage is invalid and the normal symbol display 62 does not display the fluctuation of the normal symbol, so that the auxiliary game is not executed. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the processing load by avoiding unnecessary processing in a situation where it is difficult to assume that the game will be performed by the player before the progress control of the game is started.

Further, in the pre-start state before the progress control of the game is started, even if various errors occur, the error notification is not performed. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the processing load by avoiding unnecessary processing in a situation where it is difficult to assume that a fraudulent act will be performed before the progress control of the game is started.

The setting changing signal, the RWM clear signal, the setting checking signal, and the unrecoverable error signal may be output from separate output terminals instead of being output from the common security signal terminal.

(Timer interrupt processing on the main control board)
The timer interrupt processing (game program and information program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process on the main control board 110.

In this timer interrupt process, a clock pulse is input at predetermined intervals (4 milliseconds) from the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 110 after the initial setting process of the main process is completed. It is executed by the fact that it controls the progress of the game.

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

In step S120, the main CPU 110a performs a specific random number value update process (game program). Specifically, update of random number value for jackpot judgment, random number value for special symbol judgment, random number value for special figure fluctuation pattern judgment, random number value for hit judgment, random number value for normal symbol judgment, random number value for normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment Specifically, each random number value and random number counter are added by +1 and updated. If the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value of the random number range (when the random number counter makes one round), the random number counter is returned to 0, and when the random number counter returns to the initial value of the round, it corresponds. The initial random number value to be set is set as a new lap initial value, and the random number value is newly updated.

In step S130, the main CPU 110a performs an initial random number value update process (game program). Specifically, as in step S30, the process of updating the initial random value for jackpot determination, the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random number value for hit determination, and the initial random number value for determining ordinary symbols is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs an input control process (game program) in step S200. Specifically, the general winning opening detection switch 43a, the first winning opening detection switch 50a, the second winning opening detection switch 56a, the first starting opening detection switch 45a, the second starting opening detection switch 47a, and the gate detection switch 44a. , It is determined whether or not there is an input to various switches such as the specific area detection switch 53a, and when there is an input, a process of setting predetermined data is performed. The details of the input control process will be described later.

In step S300, the main CPU 110a performs a special figure special electric control process (game program). Specifically, the determination of the special symbol determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 45 or the second starting port 47, the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and the large winning opening. Processing such as opening / closing (first prize opening 50, second prize opening 56) and setting the game state is performed. The details of the special figure special electric control process will be described later.

In step S400, the main CPU 110a performs the Fuzu-fuden control process (game program). Specifically, processing such as determination of the acquired normal map determination information based on the passage of the game ball to the normal map gate 44, variable display of the normal symbol, opening / closing of the second starting port 47 (auxiliary game), and the like is performed.

It should be noted that the type of the hit normal symbol and the type of the lost normal symbol determined as the judgment result of the normal figure determination information performed in the normal figure and normal electric control process are the same without changing depending on the set value. By doing so, the game playability is not too complicated, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

In addition, the selection ratio of the normal symbols for each type and the selection ratio of the various lost ordinary symbols, which are determined as the judgment result of the normal symbol judgment information performed by the normal diagram and the normal symbol, are constant without changing depending on the set value. ing. By doing so, the degree of advantage of the player does not change drastically depending on the set value, and the player can play the game with peace of mind.

In step S500, the main CPU 110a performs a payout control process (game program). Specifically, referring to various prize ball counters stored in the main RAM 110c, various winning openings (general winning opening 43, first starting opening 45, second starting opening 47, first large winning opening 50, second) A process for transmitting a payout number designation command corresponding to the large winning opening 56) to the payout control board 120 is performed. As a result, the payout control board 120 executes the process for paying out the prize balls from the payout device 95.

In step S600, the main CPU 110a performs an abnormality determination process (game program). Specifically, various errors (illegal winning errors such as a game ball winning the second starting port 47 when the auxiliary game is not in progress, or a game ball winning the large winning opening when the special game is not in progress, various winnings An abnormal winning error in which the number of game balls won in the mouth and the number of game balls discharged from the winning ball flow path that causes the winning ball to flow down do not match, a magnetic error that detects abnormal magnetism over a predetermined period by the magnetic detection sensor 57a, A radio error that detects abnormal radio waves over a predetermined period by the radio wave detection sensor 58a, a door opening error that causes the open detection switch 31a to change from the OFF state to the ON state, and the RWM clear switch 111a while the game progress control is being performed. It is determined whether or not an operation error (operation error in which the setting key switch 112a is operated) has occurred, and a process for transmitting an error designation command corresponding to the generated error to the effect control board 130 is performed. As a result, the effect control board 130 executes a process for notifying an error.

The main CPU 110a performs a data creation process (game program) in step S700. Specifically, external output data (game information) output from the game information output terminal plate 90, start port opening / closing data output to the second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, second large winning Large prize opening / closing data output to the mouth opening / closing solenoid 57b, special symbol display data output to the first special symbol display 60, second special symbol display 61, normal symbol display data output to the normal symbol display 62, first 1 Performs a process of creating data such as special symbol hold display data to be output to the special symbol hold indicator 63 and the second special symbol hold indicator 64, and normal symbol hold display data to be output to the normal symbol hold indicator 65.

The main CPU 110a performs an output control process (game program) in step S750. Specifically, port output processing for outputting signals such as external information data, start opening opening / closing data, and large winning opening opening / closing data created in step S700, special symbol display data, ordinary symbol display data, and special symbol. Display output processing that outputs signals such as hold display data and normal symbol hold display data, and a payout status confirmation specification command for checking the payout status of the payout control board 120 can be sent to the payout control board 120, and awards to be described later. With reference to the ball counters (3 prize ball counters, 10 prize ball counters, 15 prize ball counters), processing is performed to send a payout number designation command corresponding to various winning openings to the payout control board 120. .. As a result, the payout control board 120 executes control for paying out the prize balls from the game ball payout device 100.

In step S800, the main CPU 110a performs information program call time processing. Specifically, after disabling interrupts, the flag register is saved in the game RWM area, and processing is performed to call the target information program by the CALL instruction.

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

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

In step S830, the main CPU 110a normally performs a base value calculation process (information program). Specifically, the normal base value ((number of normal payouts ÷ number of normal middle outs) x 100) in the current game section divided by the total number of outs is calculated, and the base storage area set in the information RWM area is set. The normal base value rounded to the first decimal place is saved in the first area of.

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this way, the timer interrupt is not executed in the pre-start state (during the setting change mode, the RWM clear mode, and the setting confirmation mode) before the game progress control is started, so that the payout is performed. Since the number and the number of outs are not counted, the normal base value is calculated, and the normal base value is not displayed, it is possible to reduce the control load on the main control board.

(Input control processing of the main control board)
The input control process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an input control process on the main control board 110.

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

In step S220, the main CPU 110a performs a large winning opening detection switch input process. Specifically, has the detection signal been input from the first prize opening detection switch 50a or the second prize opening detection switch 56a, that is, the game ball has won the first prize opening 50 or the second prize opening 56. It is determined whether or not the prize ball has been paid out, and a process for paying out the prize ball from the payout device 95 is performed.

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

In step S240, the main CPU 110a performs the second start port detection switch input process. Specifically, it is determined whether the detection signal is input from the second start port detection switch 47a, that is, whether the game ball has won the second start port 47, and the prize ball is paid out from the payout device 95. In addition to performing the processing for acquiring and storing the special figure determination information.

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

In step S260, the main CPU 110a performs the specific area detection switch input process and ends the current input control process. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the specific area detection switch 53a has been input, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed through the specific area 53, and a process of setting predetermined data is performed. The details of the specific area detection switch input process will be described later.

(First start port detection switch input process on the main control board)
The first start port detection switch input process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a first start port detection switch input process on the main control board 110.

First, in step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a has been input. When the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a is input, the process shifts to step S230-2, and when the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 45a is not input, the present first 1 Start port detection switch input processing is completed.

In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding and updating data indicating three prize balls to the three prize ball counter used for the three prize balls, and in step S230-3, determining a special figure. Information (random value for jackpot judgment, random value for special symbol judgment, random value for reach judgment, random value for judgment of special figure fluctuation pattern) is acquired.

In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the number of first special figure reservations (U1) is less than 4. If the number of 1st special figure reservations (U1) is less than 4, the process is transferred to step S230-5, and if the number of 1st special figure reservations (U1) is not less than 4, the first start port of this time. The detection switch input process ends.

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

In step S230-7, the main CPU 110a searches for vacant storage units in order from the first storage unit in the first special figure determination information storage area, and the vacant storage units are acquired in step S230-3. The figure judgment information is stored.

In step S230-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current non-time saving game state is in progress. If it is in the non-time saving game state, the process is transferred to step S230-9, and if it is not in the non-time saving game state, the first start port detection switch input process is terminated.

The main CPU 110a performs the first pre-determination process in step S230-9. In this first pre-judgment process, the pre-judgment table shown in FIG. 9 is referred to, the special figure judgment information acquired this time is pre-judged before the variation display of the first special symbol is performed, and the result of the pre-judgment (special). The first start port winning designation command for notifying the effect control board 130 of the planned variation pattern) is generated.

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

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

As for the second start port detection switch input process, the same process as the first start port detection switch input process is performed. Therefore, the first start port detection switch 45a, three prize ball counters, and the number of the first special figure reserved. (U1), 1st special figure judgment information hold storage area, non-time saving game state, 1st pre-judgment processing, 1st start opening winning designation command part, 2nd starting opening detection switch 47a, 2 prize ball counters, It may be read as the second special figure hold number (U2), the second special figure determination information hold storage area, the time saving game state, the second pre-judgment process, and the second start opening winning designation command.

In the present embodiment, the upper limit of the number of reserved second special figures (U2) is "4", but it may be larger or smaller than this. Further, the upper limit of the number of reserved special figures may be smaller than the upper limit of the number of reserved special figures. Further, the second reserved storage itself may be eliminated by storing the special figure determination information only in the 0th storage unit of the second special figure determination information storage area.

(Specific area detection switch input processing on the main control board)
The specific area detection switch input process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a specific area detection switch input process on the main control board 110.

First, the main CPU 110a determines in step S260-1 whether or not the detection signal from the specific area detection switch 53a is input. When the detection signal from the specific area detection switch 53a is input, the process shifts to step S260-2, and when the detection signal from the specific area detection switch 53a is not input, the input of the specific area detection switch this time. End the process.

In step S260-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current period is during the specific area valid period during which the passage of the game ball to the specific area 53 is valid. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a specific round game is in progress. If the specific area is valid, the process is transferred to step S260-3, and if the specific area is not valid, the process is transferred to step S260-5.

In step S260-3, the main CPU 110a sets a specific area passage flag indicating that the game ball has passed the specific area 53 in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S260-4, the game is played during the specific area valid period. A specific area passage designation command indicating that the sphere has passed the specific area 53 is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and the current specific area detection switch input process is terminated. As a result, the specific area passage designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the notification effect for notifying that the game ball has passed the specific area 53 is executed. Therefore, the player can grasp that the game ball has passed the specific area 53 in the specific round, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In step S260-5, the main CPU 110a sets a specific area passage error designation command indicating that the game ball has passed the specific area 53 at an abnormal timing in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and sets the specific area this time. The detection switch input process ends. As a result, the specific area passage error designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the passage error notification effect for notifying the occurrence of the passage error that the game ball passes through the specific area 53 at an abnormal timing is executed. Therefore, the employee of the amusement store can grasp the occurrence of the passage error and take appropriate measures.

(Special figure special electric control processing of main control board)
The special figure special electric control process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 22. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a special figure special electric control process on the main control board 110.

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

Specifically, if the special figure special electric processing data = 0, the processing for starting the variable display of the special symbol based on the hold storage (special figure judgment information) and the special figure special electric processing data are changed to "1". The special symbol memory determination process (step S310) for performing the process or the like is executed.
If the special figure special electric processing data = 1, the processing for stopping and displaying the special symbol and sending the symbol confirmation command to the effect control board 130 and the special figure special electric processing data are changed to "2" as the fluctuation time elapses. A special symbol variation process (step S320) for performing processing or the like is executed.
If the special symbol special electric processing data = 2, the special symbol special electric processing data is changed to "0" if it is a lost special symbol, and the opening time of the jackpot game is set if it is a jackpot special symbol, depending on the passage of the stop time of the special symbol. Then, the special symbol special electric processing data is changed to "3", and if it is a small hit special symbol, the opening time of the small hit game is set and the special symbol special electric processing data is changed to "5". Step S330) is executed.

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

(Special symbol memory judgment processing of the main control board)
The special symbol memory determination process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 23. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a special symbol storage determination process on the main control board 110.

First, in step S310-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. If the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner, the special symbol memory determination process is terminated, and if the special symbol is not being displayed in a variable manner, the process is moved to step S310-2.

In step S310-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the second special figure hold number (U2) is 1 or more. If the number of 2nd special figure reservations (U2) is 1 or more, the process is transferred to step S310-3, and if the number of 2nd special figure reservations (U2) is not 1 or more, the process is performed in step S310-4. To move.

In step S310-3, the main CPU 110a subtracts “1” from the second special figure hold number (U2) and updates it, and in step S310-6, it corresponds to the second special figure hold number (U2) after the subtraction. A special symbol storage designation command is set in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the special symbol memory designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the hold icon displayed on the image display device and the process for updating the display of the icon are performed.

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

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

On the other hand, in step S310-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the number of reserved first special figures (U1) is 1 or more. If the number of 1st special figure reservations (U1) is 1 or more, the process is transferred to step S310-5, and if the number of 1st special figure reservations (U1) is not 1 or more, the process is performed in step S319-1. To move.

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

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

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

In addition, with the shift processing of the special figure determination information in step S310-8, the special symbol hold display data indicating the subtracted first special figure hold number (U1) and the second special figure hold number (U2) is displayed in the main RAM 110c. Set in the specified area of. As a result, the display contents of the first special symbol hold indicator 63 and the second special symbol hold indicator 64 are updated.

Further, in the present embodiment, in steps S310-2 to S310-8, the second special figure determination information reserved storage area is prioritized over the first special figure determination information reserved storage area and shifted (the second special figure reserved number is set to the second). Although it was decided to subtract the number of reserved special figures in preference to the number of reserved special figures, the first special figure determination information reserved storage area or the second special figure determination information reserved storage area was set in the order in which the game balls entered the starting port. It may be shifted (the number of the first special figure reserved and the number of the second special figure reserved are subtracted in the order of winning), or the first special figure determination information reserved storage area is prioritized over the second special figure determination information reserved storage area. (The number of reserved first special figures may be subtracted in preference to the number of reserved second special figures).

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

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

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

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

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

In step S317, the main CPU 110a clears the customer waiting state flag for ending the customer waiting state, sets "1" in the special figure special electric processing data in step S318, and ends the current special symbol memory determination process. To do.

In step S319-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the customer waiting state flag indicating that the main RAM 110c is in the customer waiting state is set. If the customer waiting state flag is set, the special symbol memory determination process this time is terminated, and if the customer waiting state flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S319-2. In addition, the customer waiting state means a state in which the variable display of the special symbol and the special game (big hit game) are not executed, but the requirement includes that the variable display of the normal symbol and the auxiliary game are not executed. You may.

In step S319-2, the main CPU 110a sets a customer waiting state flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S319-3, a customer waiting state designation command indicating that the customer is in the customer waiting state is used to produce the main RAM 110c. It is set in the transmission data storage area, and the special symbol storage determination process this time is completed. As a result, the customer waiting state designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and a process for executing the customer waiting demo effect for encouraging the player to play the game is performed.

(Big hit judgment process of main control board)
The jackpot determination process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 24. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a jackpot determination process on the main control board 110.

In step S311-1, the main CPU 110a refers to the set value stored in the set value area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S311-2, selects the jackpot determination table shown in FIG. Specifically, if the special figure determination information stored in the 0th storage area, which is the special figure determination information execution storage area, is shifted from the first special figure determination information reservation storage area, FIG. 6A ) Is selected, and if the table is shifted from the second special symbol determination information reservation storage area, the jackpot for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 6 (b) is selected. Select the judgment table.

In step S311-3, the main CPU 110a collates the current probability game state and the random value for jackpot determination with the jackpot determination table to determine whether or not the jackpot has been won. If the jackpot is won, the process is transferred to step S311-4, and if the jackpot is not won, the process is transferred to step S311-6.

In step S311-4, the main CPU 110a sets the winning state data (any of 00H to 02H) according to the current gaming state in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S311-5, FIG. 7 (a). ) Is selected for the special symbol determination table for jackpots, and the process is transferred to steps S311-9.

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

In step S311-7, the main CPU 110a selects the special symbol determination table for small hits shown in FIG. 7 (c), and shifts the process to step S311-9.

In step S311-8, the main CPU 110a selects the special symbol determination table for loss shown in FIG. 7B, and shifts the process to step S311-9.

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

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

(Special figure fluctuation pattern determination processing of the main control board)
The special figure variation pattern determination process (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 25. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a special figure fluctuation pattern determination process on the main control board 110.

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

In step S313-2, the main CPU 110a selects the special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving gaming state of FIG. 8 described above, and shifts the process to step S311-4.

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

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

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

(Big hit game processing of the main control board)
The jackpot game processing (game program) of the main control board 110 will be described with reference to FIG. 26. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the jackpot game end process on the main control board 110.

First, the main CPU 110a determines in step S340-1 whether or not the opening is currently in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the opening time is "0" or more. If it is in the opening, the process is transferred to step S340-2, and if it is not in the opening, the process is transferred to step S340-5.

In step S340-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the opening time set in the special symbol stop process has elapsed. When the opening time has elapsed, the process is transferred to step S340-3, and when the opening time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is ended.

The main CPU 110a performs the round game transition process in step S340-3. Specifically, "1" is added to the number of round games (R) stored in the main RAM 110c, and a round flag indicating that the round is being played is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c.

In step 340-4, the main CPU 110a sets a round designation command according to the number of round games (R) in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and ends the current jackpot game process. As a result, the round designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and processing for executing the round effect according to the current round game is performed.

In step S340-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the game is currently in a round game. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the in-round flag is set in the main RAM 110c. If it is in a round game, the process is transferred to step S340-6, and if it is not in a round game, the process is transferred to step S340-16.

In step S340-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the opening condition of the large winning opening is satisfied. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the elapsed time from the start of this round game has reached the opening timing of the large winning opening specified by the operation data of the variable winning section. If the opening condition of the large winning opening is satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-7, and if the opening condition of the large winning opening is not satisfied, the processing is transferred to step S340-8.

In step S340-7, the main CPU 110a performs a large winning opening opening process. Specifically, the type of the variable winning part (first variable winning part 49 or the second variable winning part 55) to be opened from the operation data of the variable winning part, and the current large winning opening (first large winning opening 50). Alternatively, the opening time of the second special winning opening 56) is specified, and the opening time of the large winning opening and the drive data of the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid (the first large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b or the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are obtained. It is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the big winning opening is converted to the open state.

In step S340-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the opening condition of the specific area 53 is satisfied. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the elapsed time from the start of this round game is the opening timing of the specific area 53 specified by the operation data of the variable winning unit. If the opening condition of the specific area 53 is satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-9, and if the opening condition of the specific area 53 is not satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-10.

The main CPU 110a performs the specific area opening process in step S340-9. Specifically, the opening time of the specific area 53 this time is specified from the operation data of the variable winning unit, and the opening time of the specific area 53 and the drive data of the flow path switching solenoid 52b are set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the specific area 53 is converted into the open state.

In step S340-10, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the closing condition of the large winning opening is satisfied. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the current opening of the big prize opening is the opening before the final opening in this round game and the opening time has elapsed. If the closing condition of the big winning opening is satisfied, the process is moved to step S340-11, and if the closing condition of the big winning opening is not satisfied, the process is moved to step S340-12.

In step S340-11, the main CPU 110a performs a large winning opening closing process. Specifically, the closing time of the current large winning opening (first large winning opening 50 or second large winning opening 56) is specified from the operation data of the variable winning section, and the closing time of the large winning opening is set to a predetermined value of the main RAM 110c. In addition to setting in the area of, the drive data of the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid set in the main RAM 110c is cleared. As a result, the big winning opening is converted to the closed state.

In step S340-12, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the closing condition of the specific area 53 is satisfied. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the opening time of the specific area 53 set in the main RAM 110c has elapsed. If the closing condition of the specific area 53 is satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-13, and if the closing condition of the specific area 53 is not satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-14.

The main CPU 110a performs the specific area closing process in step 340-13. Specifically, the closing time of the specific area 53 this time is specified from the operation data of the variable winning unit, and the closing time of the specific area 53 and the drive data of the flow path switching solenoid 52b are set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the specific area 53 is converted into the closed state.

In step S340-14, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the transition condition to the interval is satisfied. Specifically, the number of game balls that won the big prize opening (1st big prize opening 50 or 2nd big winning opening 56) in this round game has reached the maximum number of winnings, or the big winning opening in this round game Determine if the opening time of the final opening has elapsed. If the transition condition to the interval is satisfied, the process is transferred to step S340-15, and if the transition condition to the interval is not satisfied, the current jackpot game process is terminated.

The main CPU 110a performs the interval transition process in step S340-15. Specifically, the current interval time (closed time of the large winning opening) is specified from the operation data of the variable winning unit, the interval time is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and the large setting is set in the main RAM 110c. Clear the drive data of the winning port solenoid. As a result, the big winning opening is converted to the closed state. Further, instead of the in-round flag stored in the main RAM 110c, an in-interval flag indicating that the interval is in progress is set. When the interval transition process is completed, the jackpot game process this time is completed.

In step S340-16, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current interval is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the in-interval flag is set in the main RAM 110c. If it is in the interval, the process is transferred to step S340-17, and if it is not in the interval, the process is transferred to step S340-23.

In step S340-17, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the interval time has elapsed. When the interval time has elapsed, the process is transferred to step S340-18, and when the interval time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is terminated.

In step S340-18, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the final round game in the current jackpot game is completed. When the final round game is completed, the process is transferred to step S340-21, and when the final round game is not completed, the process is transferred to step S340-19.

The main CPU 110a performs the round game transition process in step S340-19. Specifically, "1" is added to the number of round games (R) stored in the main RAM 110c. Further, instead of the interval flag stored in the main RAM 110c, the round game flag is set.

In step S340-20, the main CPU 110a sets a round designation command according to the number of round games (R) in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and ends the current jackpot game process. As a result, the round designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and processing for executing the round effect according to the current round game is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs the ending transition process in step S340-21. Specifically, the ending time specified from the jackpot special game control table is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. Further, instead of the in-interval flag stored in the main RAM 110c, an ending flag indicating that the ending is in progress is set.

In step S340-22, the main CPU 110a sets an ending designation command indicating that it is the ending of the jackpot game in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and ends the current jackpot game process. As a result, the ending designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process for executing the ending effect according to the jackpot game this time is performed.

In step S340-23, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the current ending is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the ending flag is set in the main RAM 110c. If the ending is in progress, the process is moved to step S340-24, and if the ending is not in progress, the current jackpot game process is ended.

In step S340-24, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the ending time has elapsed. If the ending time has not passed, the jackpot game processing this time is finished, and if the ending time has passed, "4" is set in the special figure special electric processing data in step S340-25, and this time. The jackpot game process ends.

(Main processing of the production control unit)
The main process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. 27. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the main process in the effect control unit 130 m.

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

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

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

(Timer interrupt processing of the production control unit)
The timer interrupt process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. 28. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the timer interrupt process in the effect control unit 130 m. This timer interrupt process is executed by inputting clock pulses at predetermined cycles (4 milliseconds) from the reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the effect control unit 130 m.

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

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

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

In step E500, the sub CPU 130a performs the operation system effect execution process. Specifically, a promotion effect that encourages the operation of the effect button 17 is executed during the effective period that occurs during the variable effect, and the expectation that the jackpot game is executed according to the operation of the effect button 17 during the effective period is set. Performs processing for executing the jackpot notice effect of the operation system that suggests (expects that the jackpot game is executed).

The "operation system jackpot notice effect" includes the line notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation that the jackpot game will be executed depending on the type and display mode of the dialogue displayed on the image display device, and the result of the roulette that is executed on the image display device. Roulette notice effect that suggests the expectation that the jackpot game will be executed, cut-in notice effect that suggests the expectation that the jackpot game will be executed depending on the type and display mode of the cut-in image displayed on the image display device, jackpot game There are four types of winning and winning effects that suggest whether or not a special game is executed by a success effect with a 100% expectation of being executed or a failure effect with a 0% expectation of a jackpot game being executed.

In step E600, the sub CPU 130a performs a lamp light emission effect execution process. Specifically, the lamp light emission suggesting the expectation that the jackpot game will be executed by changing the light emission mode of the start port lamp 75 according to the hold icon displayed on the image display device and the change in the display mode of the icon. Perform processing to execute the production. The details of the lamp light emission effect execution process will be described later.

The sub CPU 130a performs the effect mode update process in step E700. Specifically, the effect mode (effect stage) in which the effect elements (background image, effect image, effect sound, etc.) in the audio output device 9, the first image display device 70, the second image display device 71, etc. are defined is updated. It is determined whether or not the conditions (change in game state, winning of mode update lottery, execution of SP / SPSP reach effect that results in loss, etc.) are satisfied, and if the update condition is satisfied, multiple effect modes are displayed. Performs processing to update to any of the modes.

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

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

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

(Command analysis processing of the production control unit)
The command analysis process of the effect control unit 130 m will be described with reference to FIG. 29. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a command analysis process in the effect control unit 130 m.

First, in step E301, the sub CPU 130a refers to the reception buffer of the sub RAM 130c and determines whether or not a command has been received. When the command is received, the process is moved to step E302, and when the command is not received, the command analysis process this time is terminated.

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

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

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

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

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

In step E307, the sub CPU 130a performs the power ON notification process. Specifically, when the received command is a power-on designation command, the notification instruction command for executing the power-on notification described above is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c, and the received command is the power recovery designation command. If this is the case, the process of setting the notification command command for executing the power recovery notification described above in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c is performed. As a result, the notification instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and a process for executing the power-on notification or the power restoration notification, and the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable). A process for executing an initial operation for operating the member 73b) in a predetermined mode, an initial light emission for causing the panel lighting device 74 to emit light in a predetermined mode, or the like is performed.

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

"Error system specification command" includes non-recoverable error specification command, illegal winning error specification command, abnormal winning error specification command, magnetic error specification command, radio wave error specification command, door opening error start specification command, door opening error end specification. Includes commands, operation error specification commands, etc.

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

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

The sub CPU 130a performs the game state setting process in step E311. Specifically, a process of updating the game state stored in the sub RAM 130c to the game state corresponding to the game state designation command is performed.

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

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

In step E314, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the received command is a start opening winning designation command. In the case of the start opening prize designation command, the received start opening prize designation command (special figure scheduled fluctuation pattern) is set in the look-ahead storage area described later in the sub RAM 130c, and then the process is moved to step E315 to specify the start opening prize. If it is not a command, the process moves to step E318.

The "look-ahead storage area" is a first look-ahead storage unit for sequentially storing look-ahead information (special figure scheduled fluctuation pattern, etc.) based on the first start opening prize designation command, and hold information based on the second start opening prize designation command. It is divided into a second look-ahead storage unit for sequentially storing the first look-ahead and a storage unit (0th storage unit) for storing the look-ahead information corresponding to the variable display (variation effect) being executed. The storage unit and the second look-ahead storage unit are divided into first to fourth storage units, respectively.

The first to fourth storage units of the first look-ahead storage unit correspond to the first to fourth storage units of the first special figure determination information reservation storage area described above, respectively, and receive the first start opening winning designation command. Then, the look-ahead information is stored in the storage unit corresponding to the number of reserved first special figures. The look-ahead information stored in each storage unit is moved (shifted) to a storage unit having a younger number each time the variation display (variation effect) of the first special symbol is executed.

The first to fourth storage units of the second look-ahead storage unit correspond to the first to fourth storage units of the second special figure determination information reservation storage area described above, respectively, and receive the second start opening winning designation command. Then, the look-ahead information is stored in the storage unit corresponding to the number of the second special figure reserved. The look-ahead information stored in each storage unit is moved (shifted) to a storage unit having a younger number each time the variation display (variation effect) of the second special symbol is executed.

The storage unit (0th storage unit) corresponds to the above-mentioned special figure determination information execution storage area, and is the first storage unit of the first look-ahead storage unit when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. The look-ahead information that moves (shifts) from is stored, and when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the look-ahead information that moves (shifts) from the first storage unit of the second look-ahead unit is stored. To.

In step E315, the sub CPU 130a performs the icon change effect determination process. Specifically, it is expected that a special game will be executed by displaying the hold icon displayed on the image display device or the icon in a special display mode (special icon, specific icon) different from the normal display mode (normal icon). Processing is performed to determine whether or not to execute the icon change effect that suggests the degree (possibility), and the effect mode of the icon change effect to be executed.

In step E316, the sub CPU 130a performs a light emission effect determination process at the time of winning. Specifically, when the game ball is awarded to the starting port, the top lamp 10b in the upper center of the glass frame 4 of the frame lighting device 10 is made to emit light in a special light emitting mode different from the normal light emitting mode. Performs processing for determining whether or not to execute the light emitting effect at the time of winning, which suggests the degree of expectation that is executed, and the effect mode of the light emitting effect at the time of winning to be executed.

In step E317, the sub CPU 130a performs a look-ahead continuous effect determination process. Specifically, it is expected that the jackpot game will be executed by executing a predetermined effect over the variable display (variable effect) of one or more special symbols (suggesting the possibility that the jackpot game will be executed). Whether or not to execute the look-ahead continuous effect and the type of the look-ahead continuous effect to be executed are determined, and an effect instruction command is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 130c in order to execute the look-ahead continuous effect. As a result, the effect instruction command is transmitted to the display control unit 140 and the lamp control unit 150, and processing for executing the look-ahead continuous effect is performed.

The "look-ahead continuous effect" includes a countdown effect that suggests the degree of expectation that a special game will be executed by performing a countdown notification (display of a countdown image, output of a countdown sound) during one or more variable effects, or one or more. Examples include a symbol effect notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation that a special game will be executed by additionally displaying a predetermined effect image around the effect symbol when the symbol is stopped in a plurality of variable effects.

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

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

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

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

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

In step E322, the sub CPU 130a performs a jackpot notice effect determination process. Specifically, whether or not to execute the jackpot notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation that the special game will be executed (expecting that the jackpot game will be executed) based on the variation effect pattern determined in step E321. Alternatively, the effect mode (pattern) of the jackpot advance notice effect to be executed is determined, and the execution information of the jackpot advance notice effect is set in a predetermined area of the sub RAM 130c.

In step E323, the sub CPU 130a performs the icon display mode update process. Specifically, a process for starting the icon change effect determined in the icon change effect determination process in step E315, or changing the already displayed hold icon or the display mode of the icon is performed.

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

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

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

In step E327, the sub CPU 130a determines whether or not the received command is a special game system designated command. If it is a special game system designated command, the process is moved to step E328, and if it is not a special game system designated command, the current command analysis process is terminated.

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

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

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated after changing the settings)
A specific example of the case where various drive sources are initially operated after the setting is changed will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an production example when various drive sources are initially operated after the setting is changed.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67, the status confirmation display 68), and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

At the timing of T1, when the setting change operation (setting key switch 112a is ON, RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on, the setting change mode is started on the main control board 110. It becomes the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. At this time, a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed is displayed on the status confirmation display 68, and the setting change notification described above is started.

When the set value confirmation operation (setting key switch 112a is OFF) is performed at the timing of T2, the setting change mode and the setting change notification are ended, and the initial operation of various drive sources is started. At this time, the status confirmation display on the status confirmation display 68 ends, and the initial operation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of various drive sources (display of the initial operation screen, initial operation confirmation voice "Check the operation of the solenoid" Please output) is started.

At the timing of T3, when the operation standby time (7 seconds in this case) elapses after the initial operation notification is started, the first operation of various drive sources (drive source = ON) is started, and at the timing of T4, various types are started. When the operation time of the drive source (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T5, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the second operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T6, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T7, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the third operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T8, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T9, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the initial operation and the initial operation notification of the various drive sources are completed, and the main control board 110 is before the start. It shifts from the state to the game-enabled state in which the progress of the game is controlled.

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power-on notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated after checking the settings)
A specific example of the case where various drive sources are initially operated after the setting is confirmed will be described with reference to FIG. 31. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an production example when the various drive sources are initially operated after the setting is confirmed.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67, the status confirmation display 68), and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

If the setting confirmation operation (setting key switch 112a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on at the timing of T1, the setting confirmation mode is started on the main control board 110 and the progress control of the game is started. It becomes the state before the start before the start. At this time, a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being confirmed is displayed on the status confirmation display 68, and the setting confirmation notification described above is started.

When the confirmation end operation (setting key switch 112a is OFF) is performed at the timing of T2, the setting confirmation mode and the setting confirmation notification are ended, and the initial operation of various drive sources is started. At this time, the status confirmation display on the status confirmation display 68 ends, and the initial operation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of various drive sources (display of the initial operation screen, initial operation confirmation voice "Check the operation of the solenoid" Please output) is started.

The specific examples from the timing of T3 to the timing of T9 are the same as the specific examples from the timing of T3 to the timing of T9 in the specific example when the various drive sources are initially operated after the setting change shown in FIG. 30. Therefore, the description here is omitted.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first large winning opening opening / closing) that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b,) for operating the member 51, the specific area opening / closing member 52, and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57). Since the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is designed to be initially operated, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 is used and only the board unit 500 is used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (game). At the time of (including replacement of only the board 5 and only the board unit 500), it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated (during the state before the start), the main state check indicator 68 is excluded. Information display 69 (1st special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator Since 65, the round number indicator 66, and the right-handed indicator 67) are in a non-display (non-operating) state, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being applied to the main control board 110, and various drive sources. It is possible to concentrate on checking the operation of.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the various drive sources for operating the movable body that affect the result of the game are initially operated, the initial operation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of the various drive sources is performed. Therefore, it is possible to inform the workers (workers, game clerk) who check the operation of the game machine 1 that it is time to check the operation of various drive sources, and have them check the operation appropriately. It becomes possible.

Further, according to the present embodiment, even in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started, the movable body that affects the result of the game is operated after the setting change mode (setting confirmation mode) is finished. Since the initial operation of various drive sources for operation is performed, it is not necessary to check the operation of various drive sources while changing the settings (confirmation of settings), and the operation check should be performed appropriately. Is possible.

Further, according to the present embodiment, after the operation standby time has passed after the setting change mode (setting confirmation mode) is completed, the operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game is started. Therefore, it is possible to allow time from the completion of the setting change (setting confirmation) to the operation confirmation of various drive sources, and the operation confirmation can be performed appropriately.

Further, according to the present embodiment, it does not matter whether the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game is after the end of the setting change mode or after the end of the setting confirmation mode. However, since the same initial operation notification is performed, the control of the initial operation notification can be simplified, and the development cost of the game machine 1 can be reduced (development period shortened, etc.). It will be possible.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when the various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the large winning opening LED is turned off. Since it is left as it is, it is possible to avoid the inconvenience that it becomes difficult to check the operation of the first prize opening opening / closing member 51 and the second winning opening opening / closing member 57 due to the light from the large winning opening LED, and the operation check is appropriate. It becomes possible to do it.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the progress control of the game is performed by performing the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is performed. Since the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 that does not affect the result of the game is performed in the playable state to be performed, the two types of initial operations can be confirmed in order, and the operation is appropriately confirmed. It becomes possible.

Further, according to the present embodiment, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the first large winning opening 50 or Since the opening signal is not output even though the second prize opening is open, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being given to the main control board 110, and the game machine 1 It is possible to avoid inconveniences such as an information collecting device such as a hall computer that collects information output from the player collects information that does not correspond to the progress of the game.

(First modification)
Hereinafter, the first modification of the first embodiment will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. 32 to 36. The first modification is different from the first embodiment in that the drive source initial operation process is performed during the execution of the setting change process and the setting confirmation process.

(Initial setting process of main control board)
The initial setting process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the first modification will be described with reference to FIG. 32. FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.
Here, the parts that match the initial setting processing of the main control board of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 14 are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and only the periphery of the different parts will be described.

The main CPU 110a performs a setting change process (game program) in step S19. Specifically, based on the operation of the RWM clear switch 111a, the process for changing (updating) the set value (the jackpot probability in the jackpot lottery), which is the stage of the advantage of the game, and the drive source initial stage described above. Performs motion processing (game program). The details of the setting change process will be described later with reference to FIG. 33. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to step S24.

The main CPU 110a performs an RWM clearing process (game program) in step S24. Specifically, based on the operation of the RWM clear switch 111a, a process for initializing the control state of the game (initializing a region other than the set value region of the RWM region for the game) is performed, and the process is transferred to step S26.

The main CPU 110a performs a setting confirmation process (game program) in step S28. Specifically, a process for displaying the set value saved in the set value (during game) area of the game RWM area on the information display 113, and the above-mentioned drive source initial operation process are performed. The details of the setting confirmation process will be described later with reference to FIG. 34. When this process is completed, the process moves to step S30.

(Main control board setting change processing)
The setting change process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the first modification will be described with reference to FIG. 33. FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing a setting change process of the main control board 110.
Here, the parts that match the setting change processing of the main control board of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 15 are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and only the periphery of the different parts will be described.

In step S19-12a, the main CPU 110a executes the drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow) provided on the board unit 500 and operated by the main control board 110 according to the progress of the game. The path switching solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are subjected to processing for initial operation until the setting change mode ends. The details of the initial operation of various drive sources in the setting change mode will be described later with reference to FIG. 35. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to step S19-13.

In steps S19-17a, the main CPU 110a performs a process for stopping the initial operation of various drive sources as the setting change mode ends due to the setting value confirmation operation, and ends the current setting change process.

(Main control board setting confirmation process)
The setting confirmation process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the first modification will be described with reference to FIG. 34. FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a setting confirmation process of the main control board 110.
Here, the parts that match the setting confirmation process of the main control board of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 17 are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and only the periphery of the different parts will be described.

In step S28-5a, the main CPU 110a executes the drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow) provided on the board unit 500 and operated by the main control board 110 according to the progress of the game. The path switching solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are subjected to processing for initial operation until the setting confirmation mode ends. The details of the initial operation of various drive sources in the setting confirmation mode will be described later with reference to FIG. 36. When this process is completed, the process moves to step S28-6.

In step S28-8a, the main CPU 110a performs a process for stopping the initial operation of various drive sources as the setting confirmation mode ends due to the confirmation end operation, and ends the current setting confirmation process.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated while changing settings)
A specific example of the initial operation of various drive sources during the setting change will be described with reference to FIG. 35. FIG. 35 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an production example when various drive sources are initially operated while the setting is changed.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67, the status confirmation display 68), and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

At the timing of T1, when the setting change operation (setting key switch 112a is ON, RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on, the setting change mode is started on the main control board 110. It becomes the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started.

At this time, a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being changed is displayed on the status confirmation display 68, and operation (drive source = ON) is started as an initial operation of various drive sources. In addition, the setting change notification (display of the setting changing screen, setting changing voice "setting is being changed" and initial operation confirmation voice "solenoid operation" to prompt the operation confirmation of various drive sources and that the setting is being changed "Please check" (alternate output) is started.

At the timing of T2, when the operating time of various drive sources (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF), and thereafter, various drives are performed from the timing of T3 to the timing of T10. The source is repeatedly activated and stopped.

At the timing of T10, if the set value confirmation operation (setting key switch 112a is OFF) is performed while the operating time of various drive sources started from the timing of T9 has not elapsed, the setting change mode and the setting change notification are sent. Upon termination, the operation of the various drive sources is immediately stopped (drive source = OFF), the initial operation of the various drive sources is terminated, and the main control board 110 is in a game-enabled state in which the progress of the game is controlled from the state before the start. Move to.

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power-on notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated during setting confirmation)
A specific example of the initial operation of various drive sources during the setting confirmation will be described with reference to FIG. 36. FIG. 36 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an example of effect when various drive sources are initially operated during setting confirmation.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67, the status confirmation display 68), and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

If the setting confirmation operation (setting key switch 112a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on at the timing of T1, the setting confirmation mode is started on the main control board 110 and the progress control of the game is started. It becomes the state before the start before the start.

At this time, a status confirmation display indicating that the setting is being confirmed is displayed on the status confirmation display 68, and operation (drive source = ON) is started as an initial operation of various drive sources. In addition, the setting confirmation notification (display of the setting confirmation screen, setting confirmation voice "setting is being confirmed" and the initial operation confirmation voice "solenoid operation" is also being performed to prompt the operation confirmation of various drive sources. "Please check" (alternate output) is started.

At the timing of T2, when the operation time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses from the start of operation of various drive sources, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF), and thereafter, the timing of T3 to the timing of T10. The operation and stop of various drive sources are repeated until.

When the confirmation end operation (setting key switch 112a is OFF) is performed at the timing of T10, the setting confirmation mode and the setting confirmation notification are terminated, and the operating time of various drive sources started from the timing of T9 has elapsed. However, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF), the initial operation of various drive sources is completed, and the main control board 110 shifts from the pre-start state to the game-enabled state in which the progress of the game is controlled. ..

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power restoration notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

As described above, according to the present modification, the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first large winning opening opening / closing) that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b,) for operating the member 51, the specific area opening / closing member 52, and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57). Since the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is designed to be initially operated, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 is used and only the board unit 500 is used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (game). At the time of (including replacement of only the board 5 and only the board unit 500), it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating a movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated (during the state before the start), the main except for the state confirmation indicator 68. Information display 69 (1st special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator Since 65, the round number indicator 66, and the right-handed indicator 67) are in a non-display (non-operating) state, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being applied to the main control board 110, and various drive sources. It is possible to concentrate on checking the operation of.

Further, according to this modification, when the various drive sources for operating the movable body that affect the result of the game are initially operated, the setting is being changed and the operation confirmation of the various drive sources is urged. Because the setting change notification for this purpose (setting confirmation is being performed and setting confirmation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of various drive sources) is performed, it is the timing to confirm the operation of various drive sources. It is possible to notify the workers (workers, game clerk) who check the operation of the machine 1 and have them check the operation appropriately.

Further, according to this modification, since various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated in the setting change mode (setting confirmation mode), the progress control of the game is controlled. It is not necessary to create a plurality of states in the pre-start state before the start of the game, and it is possible to reduce the development cost of the game machine 1 (shorten the development period, etc.).

Further, according to this modification, when the set value confirmation operation (confirmation end operation) is performed and the pre-start state ends, the various drive sources are immediately activated even before the operation time of the various drive sources has elapsed. Since the initial operation of various drive sources is not performed in the game-enabled state, the inconvenience of being confused with the operation of various drive sources according to the progress of the game should be avoided. Is possible.

Further, according to this modification, the progress control of the game is performed by performing the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is performed. Since the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 that does not affect the result of the game is performed in the playable state to be performed, the two types of initial operations can be confirmed in order, and the operation is appropriately confirmed. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the large winning opening LED is turned off. Since it is left as it is, it is possible to avoid the inconvenience that it becomes difficult to check the operation of the first prize opening opening / closing member 51 and the second winning opening opening / closing member 57 due to the light from the large winning opening LED, and the operation check is appropriate. It becomes possible to do it.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the first large winning opening 50 or Since the opening signal is not output even though the second prize opening is open, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being given to the main control board 110, and the game machine 1 It is possible to avoid inconveniences such as an information collecting device such as a hall computer that collects information output from the player collects information that does not correspond to the progress of the game.

In this modified example, in the setting change notification in the setting change mode, the setting changing screen in which the character "setting changing" is displayed is displayed, but in addition to the character "setting changing" Alternatively, a setting changing screen may be displayed in which the characters "During initial operation of drive source" or "Please confirm operation of solenoid" are displayed to prompt visual confirmation of the initial operation of various drive sources.

(Second modification)
Hereinafter, the second modification of the first embodiment will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. 37 to 38. In the second modification, the setting change function and the setting confirmation function are not installed, the status confirmation indicator 68 is not provided, and the RWM clear switch 111a is operated again when the RWM clear is completed. It differs from the first embodiment in that it does.

(Initial setting process of main control board)
The initial setting process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the second modification will be described with reference to FIG. 37. FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.

The main CPU 110a prohibits all interrupts in step S11, performs initial CPU settings such as internal register settings in step S12, and performs startup waiting processing for other control boards in step S13. Specifically, the payout control board 120 and the effect control board 130 are waited for one second so as not to miss a command from the main control board 110.

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

In step S16, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the RWM clear operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the RWM clear switch 111a is in the ON state. If there is an RWM clear operation, the process is transferred to step S23 as a transition to the RWM clear preparation mode, and if there is no RWM clear operation, the process is transferred to step S17.

In step S17, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a backup flag indicating that the power is restored is saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. If the backup flag is saved, the process is moved to step S18 as if the power was restored, and if the backup flag is not saved, the process is moved to step S23 as if the power was turned on for the first time.

In step S18, the main CPU 110a calculates a checksum (abnormality determination data) of the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S19, determines whether or not the checksum is normal. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c and the checksum calculated in step S18 match. If the checksum is normal (the data in the RWM area is normal), the process is moved to step S20, and if the checksum is not normal (the data in the RWM area is normal), the RWM clear preparation mode The process is shifted to step S23 as a transition to.

In step S20, the main CPU 110a clears (clears 0) the backup flag and checksum saved in the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c, and sets the RWM area at the time of power restoration. As a result, the progress state (control state) of the game is restored (recovered) to the state before the power was turned off, so that the game can be restarted from the state before the power was turned off.

In step S21, the main CPU 110a transmits to the effect control board 130 a power restoration designation command indicating that the control state of the game has been restored and the game state before the occurrence of the power failure. As a result, the effect control board 130 is subjected to a process for executing a power restoration notification indicating that the control state of the game has returned to the state before the power was cut off.

In step S22, the main CPU 110a transmits other commands (special symbol storage designation command, ordinary symbol storage designation command, etc., which will be described later) to the effect control board 130. As a result, the effect control board 130 can grasp the number of special figure reservations, and a process for displaying the first reservation icon and the second reservation icon on the image display device is performed. When this process is completed, the process moves to step S30.

In step S23, the main CPU 110a transmits the RWM clear preparation designation command to the effect control board 130, and shifts to the RWM clear preparation mode. As a result, the effect control board 130 is subjected to the process for performing the RWM clear preparation notification.

The "RWM clear preparation notification" is to display a clear preparation screen for the image display device to recognize that the RWM clear preparation is being prepared, or to notify the voice output device 9 that "Please press the RWM clear switch again". It is to output audio over a predetermined period of time.

In step S24, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the RWM clear approval operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the RWM clear switch 111a is in the ON state. If there is an RWM clear approval operation, the process is moved to step S25 assuming that the RWM clear preparation mode is terminated and the RWM clear is performed, and if there is no RWM clear approval operation, the process of step S24 is repeated. ..

In step S25, the main CPU 110a initializes (clears 0) the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the progress state of the game is initialized to the initial state (the state at the time of shipment of the game machine 1), and the data of the game RWM area before clearing the RWM is not inherited.

In step S26, the main CPU 110a performs output processing of the RWM clear signal (security signal). Specifically, processing is performed to output an RWM clear signal (security signal) indicating that the RWM has been cleared from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal plate 90.

In step S27, the main CPU 110a performs a drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) provided in the board unit 500 are initially operated. Perform the process to make it. Details of the initial operation of various drive sources will be described later with reference to FIG. 38.

In step S28, the main CPU 110a issues a power-on designation command indicating that the game control state has been initialized and the current game state (here, a low-probability non-time-saving game state as a normal game state), and the payout control board 120 and It is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process is transferred to step S30. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs a process for executing the power-on notification indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized.

In step S30, the main CPU 110a activates a CTC (counter timer circuit) for generating a timer interrupt (4 milliseconds), and in step S31, permits all interrupts to start game progress control. , End the initial setting process this time.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated after clearing RWM)
A specific example of the case where various drive sources are initially operated after the RWM is cleared will be described with reference to FIG. 38. FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an production example when various drive sources are initially operated after the RWM is cleared.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67) and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

If the RWM clear operation (RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on at the timing of T1, the RWM clear preparation mode is started on the main control board 110 and the progress control of the game is started. It becomes the state before the start before it is done. At this time, the above-mentioned RWM clear preparation notification is started.

When the RWM clear approval operation (RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed at the timing of T2, the RWM clear preparation mode ends and the initial operation of various drive sources is started. At this time, the initial operation notification (display of the initial operation screen, output of the initial operation confirmation voice of "Please confirm the operation of the solenoid") for prompting the operation confirmation of various drive sources is started.

At the timing of T3, when the operation standby time (7 seconds in this case) elapses after the initial operation notification is started, the first operation of various drive sources (drive source = ON) is started, and at the timing of T4, various types are started. When the operation time of the drive source (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T5, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the second operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T6, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T7, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the third operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T8, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T9, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the initial operation and the initial operation notification of the various drive sources are completed, and the main control board 110 is before the start. It shifts from the state to the game-enabled state in which the progress of the game is controlled.

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power-on notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

As described above, according to the present modification, the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first large winning opening opening / closing) that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b,) for operating the member 51, the specific area opening / closing member 52, and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57). Since the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is designed to be initially operated, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 is used and only the board unit 500 is used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (game). At the time of (including replacement of only the board 5 and only the board unit 500), it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated (during the state before the start), the main information display 69 (first). Special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66 Since the right-handed display 67) is in a non-display (non-operating) state, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being applied to the main control board 110, and to concentrate on checking the operation of various drive sources. Is possible.

Further, according to this modification, when the various drive sources for operating the movable body that affect the result of the game are initially operated, the initial operation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of the various drive sources is performed. Therefore, it is possible to inform the workers (workers, game clerk) who check the operation of the game machine 1 that it is time to check the operation of various drive sources, and have them check the operation appropriately. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, various types for operating a movable body that affects the result of the game after the end of the RWM clear preparation mode even in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Since the drive source is initially operated, it is not necessary to check the operation of various drive sources while performing the RWM clear approval operation, and it is possible to appropriately check the operation.

Further, according to this modification, the operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game is started after the operation standby time has passed after the RWM clear preparation mode is completed. Therefore, it is possible to have a time margin from the completion of the RWM clear approval operation to the operation check of various drive sources, and the operation check can be performed appropriately.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the large winning opening LED is turned off. Since it is left as it is, it is possible to avoid the inconvenience that it becomes difficult to check the operation of the first prize opening opening / closing member 51 and the second winning opening opening / closing member 57 due to the light from the large winning opening LED, and the operation check is appropriate. It becomes possible to do it.

Further, according to this modification, the progress control of the game is performed by performing the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is performed. Since the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 that does not affect the result of the game is performed in the playable state to be performed, the two types of initial operations can be confirmed in order, and the operation is appropriately confirmed. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the first large winning opening 50 or Since the opening signal is not output even though the second prize opening is open, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being given to the main control board 110, and the game machine 1 It is possible to avoid inconveniences such as an information collecting device such as a hall computer that collects information output from the player collects information that does not correspond to the progress of the game.

(Third modification example)
Hereinafter, a third modification of the first embodiment will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. 39 to 40. The third modification is different from the first embodiment in that the setting change function and the setting confirmation function are not installed and that the RWM clear switch 111a is operated again when the RWM clear is completed, which is different from the RWM. This is a second modification in that the drive source initial operation processing is performed during the clear preparation mode.

(Initial setting process of main control board)
The initial setting process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the third modification will be described with reference to FIG. 39. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.
Here, the parts that match the initial setting processing of the main control board in the second modification shown in FIG. 37 are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and only the periphery of the different parts will be described.

In step S24, the main CPU 110a executes the drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow) provided on the board unit 500 and operated by the main control board 110 according to the progress of the game. The path switching solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are subjected to processing for initial operation until the RWM clear preparation mode is completed. The details of the initial operation of various drive sources in the RWM clear preparation mode will be described later with reference to FIG. 40. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to step S25.

In step S25, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the RWM clear approval operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the RWM clear switch 111a is in the ON state. If there is an RWM clear approval operation, the process is transferred to step S26 assuming that the RWM clear preparation mode is terminated and the RWM clear is performed, and if there is no RWM clear approval operation, the process is transferred to step S24.

In step S26, the main CPU 110a performs a process for stopping the initial operation of various drive sources, and in step S27, initializes (clears 0) the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the progress state of the game is initialized to the initial state (the state at the time of shipment of the game machine 1), and the data of the game RWM area before clearing the RWM is not inherited.

In step S28, the main CPU 110a performs output processing of the RWM clear signal (security signal). Specifically, processing is performed to output an RWM clear signal (security signal) indicating that the RWM has been cleared from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal plate 90.

In step S29, the main CPU 110a issues a power-on designation command indicating that the game control state has been initialized and the current game state (here, a low-probability non-time-saving game state as a normal game state). It is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process is transferred to step S30. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs a process for executing the power-on notification indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated after preparation for clearing RWM)
A specific example of the initial operation of various drive sources during the preparation for clearing RWM will be described with reference to FIG. 40. FIG. 40 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an example of production when various drive sources are initially operated during preparation for clearing RWM.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67) and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

If the RWM clear operation (RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on at the timing of T1, the RWM clear preparation mode is started on the main control board 110 and the progress control of the game is started. It becomes the state before the start before it is done.

At this time, operation (drive source = ON) is started as an initial operation of various drive sources. In addition, the RWM clear preparation is being prepared and the RWM clear preparation notification to prompt the operation check of various drive sources (display of the clear preparation screen, the notification voice of "Please press the RWM clear switch again" and the operation of the solenoid are confirmed. "Please do" (alternate output of initial operation confirmation voice) is started.

At the timing of T2, when the operation time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses from the start of operation of various drive sources, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF), and thereafter, the timing of T3 to the timing of T10. The operation and stop of various drive sources are repeated until.

At the timing of T10, if the RWM clear approval operation (RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed while the operating time of various drive sources started from the timing of T9 has not elapsed, the RWM clear preparation mode and the RWM clear preparation mode are performed. As soon as the notification ends, the operation of the various drive sources is immediately stopped (drive source = OFF), the initial operation of the various drive sources ends, and the main control board 110 controls the progress of the game from the state before the start. Move to the possible state.

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power-on notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

As described above, according to the present modification, the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first large winning opening opening / closing) that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b,) for operating the member 51, the specific area opening / closing member 52, and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57). Since the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is designed to be initially operated, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 is used and only the board unit 500 is used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (game). At the time of (including replacement of only the board 5 and only the board unit 500), it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated (during the state before the start), the main information display 69 (first). Special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66 Since the right-handed display 67) is in a non-display (non-operating) state, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being applied to the main control board 110, and to concentrate on checking the operation of various drive sources. Is possible.

Further, according to this modification, when the various drive sources for operating the movable body that affect the result of the game are initially operated, it is confirmed that the RWM clear is being prepared and the operation of the various drive sources is confirmed. Since the RWM clear preparation notification for prompting is performed, it is possible to inform the workers (workers, game clerk) who check the operation of the game machine 1 that it is time to check the operation of various drive sources. It is possible to check the operation appropriately.

Further, according to this modification, since various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated in the RWM clear preparation mode, the progress control of the game is started. It is not necessary to create a plurality of states in the state before the start, and it is possible to reduce the development cost of the game machine 1 (shorten the development period, etc.).

Further, according to this modification, when the RWM clear approval operation is performed and the pre-start state ends, the operation of the various drive sources is immediately terminated even before the operating time of the various drive sources has elapsed. Therefore, the initial operation of the various drive sources is not performed in the game-enabled state, and it is possible to avoid the inconvenience of being confused with the operation of the various drive sources according to the progress of the game.

Further, according to this modification, the progress control of the game is performed by performing the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is performed. Since the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 that does not affect the result of the game is performed in the playable state to be performed, the two types of initial operations can be confirmed in order, and the operation is appropriately confirmed. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the large winning opening LED is turned off. Since it is left as it is, it is possible to avoid the inconvenience that it becomes difficult to check the operation of the first prize opening opening / closing member 51 and the second winning opening opening / closing member 57 due to the light from the large winning opening LED, and the operation check is appropriate. It becomes possible to do it.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the first large winning opening 50 or Since the opening signal is not output even though the second prize opening is open, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being given to the main control board 110, and the game machine 1 It is possible to avoid inconveniences such as an information collecting device such as a hall computer that collects information output from the player collects information that does not correspond to the progress of the game.

In this modified example, in the RWM clear preparation notification in the RWM clear preparation mode, the clear preparation screen in which the characters "RWM clear preparation in preparation" is displayed is displayed, but "RWM clear preparation in preparation" is displayed. In addition to the characters, the clear preparation screen that prompts the visual confirmation of the initial operation of various drive sources with the characters "During initial operation of drive source" or "Please check the operation of the solenoid" is displayed. Good.

(Fourth modification)
Hereinafter, the fourth modification of the first embodiment will be specifically described with reference to FIGS. 41 to 42. The fourth modification is different from the first embodiment in that the setting change function and the setting confirmation function are not installed, and is different from the second modification in that the RWM clear is performed without going through the RWM clear preparation mode. To do.

(Initial setting process of main control board)
The initial setting process (game program) of the main control board 110 in the fourth modification will be described with reference to FIG. 41. FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing an initial setting process of the main control board 110.
Here, the parts that match the initial setting processing of the main control board in the second modification shown in FIG. 37 are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and only the periphery of the different parts will be described.

In step S23, the main CPU 110a initializes (clears 0) the game RWM area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the progress state of the game is initialized to the initial state (the state at the time of shipment of the game machine 1), and the data of the game RWM area before clearing the RWM is not inherited.

In step S24, the main CPU 110a performs an output process of the RWM clear signal (security signal). Specifically, processing is performed to output an RWM clear signal (security signal) indicating that the RWM has been cleared from the security signal terminal of the game information output terminal plate 90.

In step S25, the main CPU 110a executes the drive source initial operation process (game program). Specifically, various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow) provided on the board unit 500 and operated by the main control board 110 according to the progress of the game. A process for initially operating the path switching solenoid 52b and the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is performed over a predetermined period. Details of the initial operation of various drive sources will be described later with reference to FIG. 42.

In step S26, the main CPU 110a issues a power-on designation command indicating that the game control state has been initialized and the current game state (here, a low-probability non-time-saving game state as a normal game state). It is transmitted to the effect control board 130, and the process is transferred to step S30. As a result, the effect control board 130 performs a process for executing the power-on notification indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized.

(Specific example when various drive sources are initially operated after clearing RWM)
A specific example of the case where various drive sources are initially operated after the RWM is cleared will be described with reference to FIG. 42. FIG. 42 is a diagram showing a timing chart and an production example when various drive sources are initially operated after the RWM is cleared.

First, at the timing of T0, the power of the game machine 1 is turned off. At this time, whether or not the game ball enters the predetermined area (second starting port 47, first large winning opening 50, specific area 53, second large winning opening 56) (difficulty of entering the ball) is changed, etc. Various drives for operating the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, second major winning opening opening / closing member 57) that affects the result of the game. The sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) are in a stopped state.

Further, during the round game, the large winning opening LED that causes the large winning opening (first large winning opening 50, second large winning opening 56) to emit light in a predetermined mode is turned off, and the main information display 69 (No. 1) 1 special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66, the right-handed display 67) and the first image display device 70 are in a non-display (non-operating) state.

When the RWM clear operation (RWM clear switch 111a is ON) is performed when the power of the game machine 1 is turned on at the timing of T1, the RWM clear is performed on the main control board 110 and the progress control of the game is started. It becomes the state before the previous start. At this time, the initial operation notification (display of the initial operation screen, output of the initial operation confirmation voice of "Please confirm the operation of the solenoid") for prompting the operation confirmation of various drive sources is started.

At the timing of T2, when the operation standby time (7 seconds in this case) elapses after the initial operation notification is started, the first operation of various drive sources (drive source = ON) is started, and at the timing of T3, various types are started. When the operation time of the drive source (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T4, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the second operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T5, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T6, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the third operation of the various drive sources is started, and at the timing of T7, the various drive sources When the operating time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses, the operation of various drive sources is stopped (drive source = OFF).

At the timing of T8, when the stop time (0.512 seconds in this case) elapses after the operation of the various drive sources is stopped, the initial operation and the initial operation notification of the various drive sources are completed, and the main control board 110 is before the start. The state shifts to a game-enabled state in which the progress of the game is controlled.

At this time, various displays (display of special symbol, display of normal symbol, display of number of reserved special figures, display of number of reserved symbols, etc.) on the main information display 69 are started, and the above-mentioned power-on notification is sent. To be started. In addition, the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 (first movable member 73a, second movable member 73b) controlled by the effect control board 130 is performed, and the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 ends after a lapse of a predetermined period.

As described above, according to the present modification, the movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first large winning opening opening / closing) that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started. Various drive sources (second start opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b,) for operating the member 51, the specific area opening / closing member 52, and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57). Since the second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) is designed to be initially operated, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 is used and only the board unit 500 is used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (game). At the time of (including replacement of only the board 5 and only the board unit 500), it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means for controlling the progress of the game.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game are initially operated (during the state before the start), the main information display 69 (first). Special symbol display 60, 2nd special symbol display 61, normal symbol display 62, 1st special symbol hold indicator 63, 2nd special symbol hold indicator 64, normal symbol hold indicator 65, round number indicator 66 Since the right-handed display 67) is in a non-display (non-operating) state, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being applied to the main control board 110, and to concentrate on checking the operation of various drive sources. Is possible.

Further, according to this modification, when the various drive sources for operating the movable body that affect the result of the game are initially operated, the initial operation notification for prompting the operation confirmation of the various drive sources is performed. Therefore, it is possible to inform the workers (workers, game clerk) who check the operation of the game machine 1 that it is time to check the operation of various drive sources, and have them check the operation appropriately. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, the operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game is started after the operation standby time has passed after the RWM clear operation is performed. Therefore, it is possible to have a time allowance from the completion of the RWM clearing operation to the operation check of various drive sources, and the operation check can be performed appropriately.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the large winning opening LED is turned off. Since it is left as it is, it is possible to avoid the inconvenience that it becomes difficult to check the operation of the first prize opening opening / closing member 51 and the second winning opening opening / closing member 57 due to the light from the large winning opening LED, and the operation check is appropriate. It becomes possible to do it.

Further, according to this modification, the progress control of the game is performed by performing the initial operation of various drive sources for operating the movable body that affects the result of the game in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is performed. Since the initial operation of the movable effect device 73 that does not affect the result of the game is performed in the playable state to be performed, the two types of initial operations can be confirmed in order, and the operation is appropriately confirmed. It becomes possible.

Further, according to this modification, when various drive sources for operating the first special winning opening opening / closing member 51 and the second special winning opening opening / closing member 57 are initially operated, the first large winning opening 50 or Since the above-mentioned opening signal is not output even though the second big winning opening is open, it is possible to prevent an extra processing load from being given to the main control board 110 and to play a game. It is possible to avoid inconveniences such as an information collecting device such as a hall computer that collects information output from the machine 1 collects information that does not correspond to the progress of the game.

In the present embodiment (including a modification), a launch permission designation command is transmitted to the payout control board 120 in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started, so that the game ball can be launched. However, by transmitting a launch permission designation command to the payout control board 120 when the progress control of the game is started, the game ball may be launched after the game becomes available.

Further, in the present embodiment (including a modification), since the payout control board 120 can perform payout control even in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started, it is similar to the game machine 1. It is possible to pay out game balls (ball lending) based on the payout request from the installed ball lending machine, but after the game progress control is started and the game is ready for play, the game balls are paid out from the ball lending machine. It may be possible to pay out game balls (ball rental) based on a request.

Further, in the present embodiment (including a modification), since the backup power supply is not supplied to the payout control board 120 (payout RAM 120c), the payout control board 120 (payout RAM 120c) is turned on when the power to the game machine 1 is turned on. ) Does not have unpaid payout ball number data, but a backup power supply may be supplied to the payout control board 120 (payout RAM 120c). In this case, the power supply to the game machine 1 is turned on. If the unpaid payout ball number data remains on the payout control board 120 (payout RAM 120c) at the time of, even if it is in the state before the start before the progress control of the game is started, the unpaid amount is It may be possible to pay out game balls based on the number of payout balls data.

Further, in the present embodiment (including the modified example), the main information display 69 is provided outside the game area 5, but the main information display 69 may be provided inside the game area 5.

Further, in the present embodiment (including a modified example), the prize ball (prize value) is given based on the establishment of the grant condition (the winning of the game ball to the winning opening, the starting opening, and the large winning opening). , The player's ball may be managed as data, and the prize ball data may be added (added to the ball data).

(Contents of the invention described in this embodiment)
Here, in the conventional game machine, based on the determination information acquired based on the winning of the game medium in the starting area, it is determined whether or not to execute the jackpot game advantageous to the player, and the result of the determination is determined. A game machine that executes a game effect is common. Such a game machine has a movable body (starting port opening / closing member, special winning opening opening / closing member, specific area opening / closing member, etc.) operated by a drive source (solenoid or the like) controlled by a main control board. In some cases, the drive source is operated to operate the movable body according to the progress of the game (see, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2018-118109). However, in such a game machine, the game machine 1 (including the case where only the game board 5 and the board unit 500 are used) is replaced at the time of shipment from the factory or at the game store (only the game board 5 and the board unit 500 are replaced). Including), there is a problem that it is difficult to confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means.

As a first configuration for solving the above-mentioned problems, in a gaming machine capable of playing a game, it is controlled by a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and the main control means. A movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, second) that is operated by a drive source (second starting opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b). The main control means includes one large winning opening opening / closing member 51, a specific area opening / closing member 52, and a second large winning opening opening / closing member 57), from the start of power supply to the start of the progress control of the game. In the state before the start (during the initial setting process), the drive source can be initially operated (ON⇔OFF) in a predetermined mode. Therefore, it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means that controls the progress of the game.

As a second configuration for solving the above problem, in a gaming machine capable of playing a game, it is controlled by a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and the main control means. A movable body (second start opening opening / closing member 48, first) operated by a drive source (second starting opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, first winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, second winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b). 1 prize opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, 2nd winning opening opening / closing member 57) A value-imparting means (main control board 110, payout control board 120) capable of giving (prize ball, prize ball data) is provided, and the main control means of the game after the power supply is started. In the pre-start state (during the initial setting process) until the progress control is started, the drive source can be initially operated (ON⇔OFF) in a predetermined mode, and in the pre-start state, the value-imparting means The granting of the prize value by the above is invalidated. Therefore, it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means that controls the progress of the game.

As a third configuration for solving the above problem, in a gaming machine capable of playing a game, it is controlled by a main control means (main control board 110) for controlling the progress of the game and the main control means. Movable body (2nd start opening opening / closing member 48, 1st) operated by a drive source (2nd starting opening opening / closing solenoid 48b, 1st winning opening opening / closing solenoid 51b, flow path switching solenoid 52b, 2nd winning opening opening / closing solenoid 57b) 1 large winning opening opening / closing member 51, specific area opening / closing member 52, 2nd special winning opening opening / closing member 57) are provided, and the main control means satisfies the starting condition (the game ball to the starting port or the solenoid gate). An advantageous game (special game, auxiliary game) in which a variable display of a symbol is executed by a display means (special symbol display, ordinary symbol display) based on (ball entry), and the drive source is operated according to the result of the variable display. Is possible, and in the state before the start (during the initial setting process) from the start of the power supply to the start of the progress control of the game, the drive source is initially operated (ON ⇔) in a predetermined mode. It is possible to turn it off), and in the state before the start, the execution of the variation display and the execution of the advantageous game are restricted. Therefore, it is possible to easily confirm the operation of the drive source controlled by the main control means that controls the progress of the game.

The game machine 1 of the present embodiment ends the jackpot game when the game ball enters (passes) in the specific area 53 provided inside the first jackpot 50 in the specific round game during the jackpot game. Later, it was decided to shift to the high-accuracy time-short game state, and if the game ball did not enter (pass) in the specific area 53, it was decided to shift to the low-accuracy time-short game state after the end of the jackpot game, but the jackpot game (big hit) Depending on the type of the special symbol) and the gaming state at the time of the jackpot, the gaming machine (so-called loop probability changing machine) may be used to shift to the high-accuracy time-shortening gaming state or the low-accuracy time-shortening gaming state after the jackpot game is completed.

In addition, a gaming machine (so-called ST machine) that shifts to a high-accuracy time-shortening gaming state after all jackpot games are completed, and shifts to a low-accuracy non-time-saving gaming state or a low-accuracy time-shortening gaming state when a predetermined number of fluctuation displays are executed. May be. In this case, the number of fluctuation displays executed in the high-probability time-shortening game state may be the same regardless of the set value, or the fluctuation for each set value is the same so that the continuation rate of the high-probability time-saving game state is the same. You may set the number of times of display.

In addition, when the player shifts to the high-probability game state after all the jackpot games are completed and wins the fall lottery executed at the start of the variable display of the special symbol in the high-probability game state, the high-probability game state is normally terminated. It may be a gaming machine (so-called fall lottery machine) that returns to the gaming state.

Further, in the small hit game, the first variable winning section 49 is opened, and the game ball that has won the first big winning opening 50 enters the specific area 53 to start the big hit game (so-called two-kind game machine). 1 type + 2 types game machine) may be used.

Further, in the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are not executed at the same time (in parallel), and the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed. However, it may be a gaming machine in which the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed at the same time (in parallel).

The gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine, and when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the effective line by the game using the medal (game medium) (granting condition is satisfied), a predetermined amount is obtained. It can also be used for a rotating body type gaming machine (so-called slot machine) capable of giving a prize medal (prize medal data) to a player. Furthermore, it can also be used for a rock game machine and an arrange ball game machine.

In addition, the embodiments disclosed this time should be considered to be exemplary in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of claims rather than the above description, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

1 Game machine 5 Game board 44 General drawing gate 45 1st start port 47 2nd start port 50 1st big winning opening 56 2nd big winning opening 70 1st image display device 71 2nd image display device 110 Main control board 110a Main CPU
120 Payout control board 130 Production control board 130a Sub CPU

Claims (1)

In a game machine that can play games
The main control means for controlling the progress of the game,
A movable body operated by a drive source controlled by the main control means, and the like.
The main control means
It is possible to execute a variable display of the symbol by the display means based on the establishment of the starting condition, and to execute an advantageous game in which the drive source is operated according to the result of the variable display.
In the state before the start from the start of the power supply to the start of the progress control of the game, the drive source can be initially operated in a predetermined mode.
A gaming machine characterized in that, in the pre-start state, the execution of the variation display and the execution of the advantageous game are restricted.