JP2020171567A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To make it easy to recognize that a suggestion presentation has been performed.SOLUTION: Among a plurality of setting values (e.g., setting value "1" to setting value "6") whose advantageous degrees are different for a player, a game machine can be set at one setting value. Among a plurality of types of suggestion presentations (e.g., an eye-catch presentation in a first setting suggestion mode to a fourth setting suggestion mode) for giving a suggestion related to the setting, one suggestion presentation can be performed over a specific period (e.g., 2 seconds). Suggestion related information (e.g., setting suggestion history information) related to the performed suggestion presentation can be stored. On the basis of the suggestion related information being stored, a suggestion related display (e.g., setting suggestion history) related to the performed suggestion presentation can be displayed over a period (e.g., 3 minutes) longer than the specific period. In this way, if a suggestion presentation is performed, after that, confirmation is possible for a longer period than for the specific period. Therefore, this makes it easier to recognize that the suggestion presentation has been performed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-15

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine capable of performing a predetermined game.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display area capable of variable display (also referred to as “variation”) of the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display area, the gaming state (game). The state of the machine. Therefore, specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) is changed to give a predetermined game value to the player (so-called pachinko machine).

Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information in the variable display area, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display area, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time predetermined from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display areas is displayed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined game medium determined in advance is paid out according to the prize, and a specific prize is generated, the player sets the game state to the predetermined game value. There is something that is configured to give to (so-called slot machine).

In addition, the game value means that the payout of the prize ball and the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the game machine are advantageous for the player who can easily win the prize, and are advantageous for the player. It is to generate the right to become a state and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the effect symbol (identification information) started in the variable display area based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If it is done, a "big hit" will occur. The derived display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening opens a predetermined number of times to shift to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each opening period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) is won in the large winning opening, the large winning opening is closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the large winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each large winning opening may be referred to as a round. In addition, a game in a round may be called a round game.

Further, in the variable display area, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) continue for a predetermined time and stop or shake in a state that matches the specific display result. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed because it is moving, scaled or deformed, multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols are swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sexuality continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed in the variable display area is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In addition, a pachinko gaming machine that is configured to be able to set one of the set values of multiple stages based on the setting operation, and is configured to be able to control the advantageous state based on the set set value. As a result, there is a case where display is performed by three types of production patterns corresponding to three types of characters, giraffe, elephant, and lion, based on the set value (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2010-200902 (Fig. 12)

In such a game machine, there is a risk that the player cannot recognize that the suggestion effect has been executed.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of making it easy to recognize that a suggestion effect has been executed.

(Means 1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of executing a predetermined game, and has a plurality of set values (for example, set value "1" to set value "6") having different advantages for the player. A setting means that can be set to any of the setting values (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes step 068IWS042) and a plurality of types of suggestion effects that give suggestions regarding the setting by the setting means (for example, the first Execution of step 068IWS805 in the effect control CPU 120, which can execute any one of the 1 setting suggestion mode to the 4th setting suggestion mode eye-catching effect over a specific period (for example, 2 seconds). A storage means (for example, a setting suggestion history storage area provided in the RAM 122) that can store suggestion-related information (for example, setting suggestion history information) related to the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means, and a storage means. Based on the fact that the suggestion-related information is stored in, the suggestion-related display (for example, setting suggestion history) regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means is displayed for a period longer than a specific period (for example, 3 minutes). Displayable display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 068IWS124) and options for selecting the effect mode are presented, and a plurality of effect modes are provided based on the detection of the player's motion. The display control means is executed by the suggestion effect execution means, including the effect mode selection means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the select effect setting process) that executes the selection effect that can be selected from any of the types. As a suggestion-related display regarding the suggestion effect, a display including information that can identify the suggestion effect (for example, a character display corresponding to the setting suggestion mode of the executed eye-catching effect) is performed, and the options that can be presented by the effect mode selection means are , A first option (for example, music A, music B, music C) that can be presented when the set value is any, and a second option (for example, music Z) that can be presented when the set value is a specific value. The effect mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied for a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied. It is characterized in that a second option can sometimes be presented (eg, FIG. 10-6). According to such a configuration, when the suggestion effect is executed, it can be confirmed for a period longer than the specific period after that, so that it is easy to recognize that the suggestion effect has been executed. In addition, it is possible to visually determine which suggestion effect has been executed, and it becomes easier to recognize the executed suggestion effect. In addition, it becomes easier to guess the set value, and the interest of the game is improved.

(Means 2) The means 1 includes detection means (for example, controller sensor unit 35A, push sensor 35B) capable of detecting the movement of the player, and the display control means is in a non-gaming state in which the player is not playing a game. (For example, in the customer waiting state), the suggestion-related display can be displayed based on the detection result of the detection means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 068IWS121 to S124 to display the menu screen in the customer waiting state. Can be displayed, and the setting suggestion history can be displayed on the menu screen). According to such a configuration, the presence or absence of the display can be switched according to the preference of the player.

(Means 3) In the means 1 or the means 2, the display control means identifies the first condition (for example, pressing the push button 31B) for detecting the movement of the player after starting the display of the suggestion-related display. When at least one of the second condition (for example, 3 minutes have passed since the last operation) for which a period longer than the period elapses is satisfied, the display of the suggestion-related display is terminated (for example). , The effect control CPU 120 may end the display of the setting suggestion history by executing steps 068IWS127 to S130). According to such a configuration, the display period of the information regarding the suggestion effect can be changed according to the preference of the player.

(Means 4) In any of means 1 to means 3, the storage means can store suggestion-related information regarding the suggestion effect executed during the period from when the power of the gaming machine is turned on to when it is turned off (for example). As the effect control CPU 120 performs step S71, the setting suggestion history storage area is initialized when the power is turned on. Therefore, the setting suggestion history storage area stores the setting suggestion history information from the time when the power is turned on to the time when the power is turned off. It is possible.) According to such a configuration, the effect of suggestive effect can be enhanced.

(Means 5) In any of the means 1 to the means 3, the storage means can erase the stored suggestion-related information based on the operation of the player (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs steps 068IWS131 and S132). It may be done). According to such a configuration, it is possible to select a suggestion effect to be left as a history according to the preference of the player.

(Means 6) In any one of the means 1 to the means 3, the suggestion effect executing means is a first suggestion effect (for example, an eye of the first setting suggestion mode) suggesting that a set value disadvantageous to the player is set. (Catch effect) and a second suggestion effect (for example, an eye-catching effect of the second setting suggestion mode to the fourth setting suggestion mode) that suggests that a setting value advantageous to the player is set can be executed. , The display control means can limit the display of the first suggestion-related display related to the first suggestion effect and display the second suggestion-related display related to the second suggestion effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 can be used as the setting suggestion history. , The eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion mode is not displayed, and the eye-catching effect of the second setting suggestion mode to the fourth setting suggestion mode is displayed). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in motivation to play.

(Means 7) In any of the means 1 to the means 3, the suggestion effect executing means deterministically notifies that a specific set value is set (for example, an eye catch of the fourth setting suggestion mode). The effect) can be executed, and the display control means limits the display of the suggestion-related display related to the definite suggestion effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 has an eye-catching effect of the fourth setting suggestion mode as the setting suggestion history. Is not displayed). According to such a configuration, the interest of the game can be improved.

Further, the embodiment for carrying out the invention described later includes the inventions relating to the following gaming machines (means 8) to (means 12). Conventionally, in pachinko gaming machines in which set values can be set, as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there has been an effect of suggesting set values. However, in the above-mentioned conventional game machine, if the effect of suggesting the set value is overlooked, the suggested set value may not be recognized and the interest may not be enhanced. In view of this point, the interest is improved. It is required to provide a game machine.

(Means 8) An advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game) that can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, "1" to "6") and is advantageous to the player at different ratios according to the set set values. A gaming machine that can be controlled by the state) (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature portion 62AK)
An effect mode selection means (for example, a selection effect setting) that presents options for selecting an effect mode and executes a selection effect that enables the effect mode to be selected from a plurality of types based on the detection of the player's movement. The options that are provided with the effect control CPU 120) that executes the process and can be presented by the effect mode selection means include the first option (for example, music A, music B, music C) that can be presented regardless of the set value. The production mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and includes the second option (for example, music Z) that can be presented when the set value is a specific value, and the first option. The predetermined period after the condition is satisfied is characterized in that the second option can be presented when the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied (for example, FIG. 10-6). With such a configuration, it becomes easy to guess the set value, and the interest of the game is improved.

(Means 9) In the means 8, the second condition may be satisfied by satisfying fewer kinds of conditions than the first condition (for example, FIG. 10-6). According to such a configuration, once the condition for presenting the second option is satisfied, it is easy to be satisfied again, so that the interest is improved.

(Means 10) In the means 8 or the means 9, the second condition may include at least the same conditions as the first condition (for example, a probability variation jackpot of the maximum round). According to such a configuration, the player pays attention to the common conditions, and the interest is improved.

(Means 11) In any of the means 8 to the means 10, after the effect mode is selected in the selection effect, the effect corresponding to the selected effect mode is executed over a specific period, and the effect mode selection means is the first. After presenting the two options, even if the second option is not selected, the second option may be presented when the selection effect is executed again (for example, FIG. 10-2). According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a production that suits the taste of the player, and the interest is improved.

(Means 12) In any of means 8 to 11, one of the conditions for presenting the second option is an effect (for example, a notice effect) that suggests a set value in a specific effect (for example, a notice effect) different from the selected effect. It may be assumed that the specific notice) has been executed. According to such a configuration, the selection effect and the specific effect are related to each other, and the interest is improved.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot probability and the small hit probability for each set value. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in the feature part 068IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in the feature part 068IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in the feature part 068IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the process executed at the time of power-on. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display mode of the display monitor in the setting change processing. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start waiting process in the effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the eye-catching effect mode selection lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display in the effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the setting suggestion history storage area. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the eye-catching effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the setting suggestion history. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko machine. It is a rear perspective view of the pachinko game machine with the frame for the game machine open. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in a feature part 112IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in a feature part 112IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in a feature part 112IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the process executed at the time of power-on. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display mode of the display monitor in the setting change processing. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the feature part 62AK. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the feature part 62AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the advance notice effect processing of a feature part 62AK. It is a figure which shows the advance notice production decision ratio. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the advance notice effect processing of a feature part 62AK. It is a figure which shows the appearance condition of the music Z.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (also the configuration and control of a general pachinko gaming machine) will be described.

(Configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1, showing an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting the game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

A variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area). The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. Each of these consists of 7-segment LEDs and the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

The "variable display" of the special symbol is, for example, to display a plurality of types of special symbols in a variable manner (the same applies to other symbols described later). Variations include update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, enlargement / reduction of one or more symbols, and the like. When the special symbol or the ordinary symbol described later is changed, a plurality of types of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbols described later, a plurality of types of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. The variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is blinked and displayed. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to the variable display of other symbols described later). In addition, the variable display may be expressed as a variable display or a variable display.

The special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a "second special symbol". Further, the special figure game using the first special figure is also referred to as a "first special figure game", and the special figure game using the second special figure is also referred to as a "second special figure game". It should be noted that there may be one type of special symbol display device that performs variable display of the special symbol.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), or the like, and displays various effects images. The image display device 5 may be composed of a projector and a screen. Various effects images are displayed on the image display device 5.

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol (a symbol indicating a number or the like) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbol is synchronized with the first special figure game or the second special figure game. Is variable display. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, up and down) in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the special figure game and the variable display of the decorative pattern that are executed in synchronization are collectively referred to as simply variable display.

On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display in which execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. Hold display and active display are collectively referred to as variable display compatible display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable displays on hold is also called the number of stored items on hold. The number of reserved storage corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storage corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

Further, at a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B configured to include a plurality of LEDs are provided, and the first hold indicator 25A has the number of LEDs lit. The first hold storage number is displayed, and the second hold display 25B displays the second hold storage number according to the number of LED lights.

Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening that is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls may be paid out and the first special figure game may be started.

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning opening that is changed between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, so that the tip of the movable wing pieces is in a vertical position. Is close to the winning ball device 6A and is in a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the variable-sweep wing device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the tilted position when the solenoid 81 is in the on state (second start). It is also said that the winning opening is open.) When a game ball enters the second start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls can be paid out and the second special figure game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to the device including an electric tulip-type accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations on the lower left and right sides of the game area), general winning openings 10 are provided, which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. In this case, when entering any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and has a large winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for special electric accessory) is off, the big winning door closes the big winning door and the game ball is large. You will not be able to enter (pass) the winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is on, the large winning opening door opens the large winning opening, and the game ball can easily enter the large winning opening. Become.

When a game ball enters the large prize opening, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When a game ball enters the large winning opening, more prize balls are paid out than when the game ball enters, for example, the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the general winning opening 10.

The entry of a game ball into each winning opening including the general winning opening 10 is also referred to as "winning". In particular, winning a prize at the starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as a starting winning.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the left side of the game area). As an example, the ordinary symbol display 20 is composed of 7-segment LEDs and the like, and performs variable display of the ordinary symbol as a plurality of types of ordinary identification information different from the special symbol. Ordinary symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such a variable display of a normal pattern is also called a normal pattern game.

On the left side of the image display device 5, a passing gate 41 through which a game ball can pass is provided. Based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41, the normal drawing game is executed.

Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. The normal figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of normal figure hold storages, which is the number of normal figure games whose execution is held, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for game effects are further provided around the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

A movable body 32 that operates according to the effect is provided at a predetermined position (not shown in FIG. 1) of the game board 2.

At the lower right position of the game machine frame 3, a ball striking operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the game ball toward the game area by the striking ball launching device is provided.

At a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area, the game balls paid out as prize balls and the game balls rented by the predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to the hitting ball launching device. ) A hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by the player is attached to a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed and operated by the player. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

A push button 31B is provided at a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area so that the player can perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like. The operation on the push button 31B is detected by the push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

The pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a stick controller 31A and a push button 31B as detection means for detecting the movement (operation, etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is launched toward the game area by the rotation operation of the pachinko game machine 1 by the player on the ball striking operation handle 30. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal drawing game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

When the game ball enters the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, the second special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

In addition, when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening during the period during which the special figure game is being executed or during the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state described later (the start prize has occurred). If the special figure game based on the start winning cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special figure game based on the approach is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it becomes a "big hit" and a jackpot symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the above is stopped and displayed, it becomes "small hit". Further, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing".

After the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous for the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes "small hit", it is controlled to the small hit game state.

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state is a combination of the elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is the upper limit period during which the large winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also hereinafter referred to as the opening upper limit period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is open in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the maximum number of times (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

In the big hit game state, the player can obtain the prize ball by letting the game ball enter the big prize opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and the gaming state after the big hit game state (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared, and the big hit is made according to these. The type is set. As the jackpot type, a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

In the small hit game state, the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small hit game state, the same opening mode as the big hit game state in some big hit types (the number of times the big winning opening is opened is the same as the number of rounds, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same. Etc.), the big winning opening becomes open. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

After the jackpot game state is completed, it may be controlled to a time saving state or a probability change state according to the jackpot type.

In the time saving state, control (time saving control) is executed in which the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure is changed) is shortened as compared with the normal state. In the time-saving state, the average fluctuation time of the normal map (the period during which the normal map is changed) is shortened from the normal state, and the probability of becoming a "normal map hit" in the normal map game is improved from the normal state. Controls (high opening control, high base control) that make it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening are also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol (particularly the second special symbol) is improved, which is advantageous for the player.

In the probability variation state (probability fluctuation state), in addition to the time saving control, the probability variation control in which the probability that the display result becomes a "big hit" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The probabilistic state is a state that is more advantageous for the player because it is a state in which a “big hit” is likely to occur in addition to improving the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol.

The time saving state and the probability change state continue until any one of the end conditions such as the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times and the start of the next big hit game state are satisfied first. A game whose end condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also referred to as a number cut (time cut time reduction, number cut probability change, etc.).

The normal state is a gaming state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state, a time saving state, or a probability change state, which is advantageous for the player, and the display result in the normal drawing game is "normal drawing hit". The pachinko game machine 1 such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special figure game becomes a "big hit" returns to a predetermined state after the power is turned on, such as the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed). It is in the same controlled state as (when the process is not executed).

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high accuracy state and the low base state are also called the high accuracy low base state.

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the game state is continuously controlled to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs. If the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the number of times cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that there may be no "small hit" as the display result of the special figure game.

The game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area in the big winning opening) during the big hit game state. For example, when the game ball passes through a specific area, it may be controlled to a probabilistic state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like / extinguishing, the operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first 2 In response to the start of the special figure game, the variable display of the decorative pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as the finalized special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game, the final decorative symbol (combination of three decorative symbols) that is the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol ) Is also displayed (derived) as a stop.

In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode is a variable display of a decorative symbol that has not yet been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol that has been stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination described later. It is a mode in which is continuing.

In addition, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative pattern. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (display result of the special figure game or variable display of the decorative symbol) to be "big hit" (also called big hit reliability or big hit expectation) is determined according to the production mode. Multiple different types of reach effects are performed. Reach production includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has a higher hit reliability than normal reach.

When the display result of the special figure game is "big hit", a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined jackpot combination is derived as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration). The display result of the variable display of the symbol is "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". ..

In the case of a "probability change jackpot" that is controlled to a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and displayed as a stop, and the probability change state is entered after the end of the jackpot game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be aligned and displayed as a stop. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a probabilistic symbol, and the even-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a non-probable variable symbol (normal symbol). After the non-probability pattern becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability big hit" may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of big hit game state in the same mode as small hit game state) and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "missing", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, and the variable display result of the decorative symbol is a fixed decorative symbol of a non-reach combination ("" (Also referred to as "non-reach loss") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "missing", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination ("reach loss") that is not a jackpot combination. The fixed decorative symbol (also called) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "reach loss").

The effect that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can execute includes displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display during execution and a look-ahead notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution. As the look-ahead notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the usual mode may be executed.

Further, in the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative symbol, and then the variable display is restarted to make one variable display look like a plurality of variable displays in a pseudo manner. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

Further, for example, when a special figure game or the like is not executed, a demo (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demo effect is executed).

(Board configuration)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with, for example, a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, and the like as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko game machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of hold), execution of a normal figure game (including management of hold), and a big hit. It has a function to control a game state, a small hit game state, a game state, etc.). The main board 11 includes a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , A random number circuit 104 and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided.

The CPU 103 performs a process of controlling the progress of the game (a process of realizing the function of the main board 11) by executing the program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (data such as a fluctuation pattern described later, an effect control command described later, and various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. .. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped in part or in whole. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded into the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

The random number circuit 104 updatablely counts numerical data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The game random number may be updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port into which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, first hold). It is configured to include an output port for transmitting (a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc., and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). (Detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a prize-winning door. To transmit.

The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) issues an effect control command (a command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game) according to the progress of the game as a part of controlling the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of a special figure game (including a jackpot type)) and a variation pattern used when executing a special figure game (details will be described later). )), The game status (for example, the start and end of the variable display, the opening status of the large winning opening, the occurrence of winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and produces an effect (various effects according to the progress of the game) based on the received effect control command. It has a function of executing various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, and notification of power failure recovery).

The effect control board 12 is equipped with an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125.

The effect control CPU 120 is a process for executing the effect together with the display control unit 123 by executing the program stored in the ROM 121 (a process for realizing the above-mentioned function of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed). (Including the decision etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and an appropriate signal indicating the operation content). It may also instruct the control unit 123.

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CG ROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like, and executes the effect based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

The display control unit 123 supplies the image display device 5 with a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120, so that the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for designating the output sound) to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. Or, a lamp signal (a signal for designating a lamp lighting / extinguishing mode) is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit for driving the movable body 32.

The voice control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let me.

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, lamp lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, lamp signal supply, etc.), and movable body 32 control (signal supply for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

The random number circuit 124 updatablely counts numerical data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects. The effect random number may be one that is updated (updated by software) when the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11. It is configured to include the output port of.

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also referred to as sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function as in the pachinko gaming machine 1, or one sub-board may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(motion)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

(Main operation of main board 11)
First, the main operations on the main board 11 will be described. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the game control main process is executed by the CPU 103. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are made (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output ports, etc.), settings for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on the power supply board, for example. When the power is turned on with the clear switch turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the game machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether or not the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power interruption), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stop of the power supply. In this power supply stop processing, a processing of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up to the RAM 102, a data protection processing of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes addition of an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and a process of backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data for advancing the game (including various flags, various timer states, etc.), as well as the state of the backup flag and the error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, it is determined by the parity bit or the checksum whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, so the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents (contents of the backed up data) of the RAM 102. As a result, the game state is restored when the power supply is stopped, and if the special symbol is changing, the change of the special symbol is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, an effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and an effect control that specifies the display result of the special figure game that is being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may want to send a command. For these commands, the same commands that are set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command that specifies the time of recovery from the power failure, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

After the restoration process or the initialization process is completed and the effect control command is transmitted to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer is interrupted periodically every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and interrupts are permitted (step S12). ). After that, the loop processing is started. After that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, see See below).

Following the special symbol process processing, the normal symbol process processing is executed (step S26). By executing the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, the CPU 103 manages the execution and hold of the normal figure game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41). It enables opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per-figure". The execution of the normal figure game is performed by driving the normal symbol display 20, and the number of normal figure reservations is displayed by turning on the normal figure hold display 25C.

After the normal symbol process process is executed, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes the command control process (step S27). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the hold storage number is executed. When the start winning is generated, the display result (including the jackpot type) and the random value for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the generation of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

After executing the start winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set as "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when it is set as "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a fixed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. In addition, the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the starting condition of the special figure game may be satisfied in the winning order (also referred to as winning order digestion).

When making various determinations based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the determination value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the determination result) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this fluctuation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is used by using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. The content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.) is specified, and it is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. In this special symbol change processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to change the special symbol, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol. It includes processing to measure. In addition, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the fluctuation of the special symbol, and stop display (derive) the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the special symbol. Contains the process of making settings for. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". If the display result is "missing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to open the big winning opening by starting the execution of the round in the big hit game state based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the open upper limit period for keeping the big winning opening in the open state and the upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to which type of jackpot is used. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the big winning opening is measured based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the device from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. Ends processing while the jackpot is open.

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-opening process of the jackpot, a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of the round that opens the jackpot has reached the set upper limit execution number, and a jackpot game state when the upper limit execution number is reached. It includes processing to make settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-launch processing is completed.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this jackpot end process, there is a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as an effect action for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing to make various settings to start control and time reduction control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end processing ends.

The small hit release preprocessing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting the large winning opening to be in the open state in the small hit game state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit release preprocessing ends.

The small hit opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to measure the elapsed time from the opening state of the big winning opening and to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the processing during the small hit opening process ends.

The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. The small hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit game state is executed has elapsed. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end process ends.

(Main operation of the effect control board 12)
Next, the main operations of the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). In addition, the initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing the initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation, is executed.

After that, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on the register setting of the CTC, for example. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed and waits.

Further, on the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or stored in the RAM 122 so that which effect control command is received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process process or the like. Turn on the provided receive flag. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display the background according to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and a movable body 32. Controls are performed to operate various production devices such as the driving operation of the LED. Further, regarding the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the effect control process process in step S76, the effect random number update process is executed (step S77), and at least a part of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side is updated by the software. After that, the process returns to the process of step S73. Other processes may be executed before returning to the process of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes the read-ahead notice setting process (step S161). In the look-ahead advance notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes any of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to, for example, the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122.

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command for designating the start of the variable display is received from the main board 11. Etc. are included. When it is determined that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In this variable display start setting process, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol (fixed decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the reach effect, and various types are based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command. It is determined whether or not various effects such as a notice effect are executed, their modes, and the execution start timing. Then, an effect control pattern (a collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) that reflects the determination result and the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start executing the variable display of the decorative symbol, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is completed. The display control unit 123 starts the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 in response to the instruction to start the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol.

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , Driving the movable body 32, outputting sound and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting commands (sound effects signals) to the voice control board 13, and commands (illumination signals) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect controls are executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern, such as turning on / off / blinking the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED according to the output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or a command is received from the main board 11 to specify that the fixed decorative symbol is to be stopped and displayed. In response to what has been done, the final decorative symbol, which is the display result of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the effect process during variable display ends.

The special figure hit waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command that specifies to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state has been received from the main board 11. Then, when the effect control command for specifying the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received, if the command specifies the start of the big hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is set to "6". Update to. On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of the small hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process. In addition, when the reception waiting time of the command elapses without receiving the command specifying to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "missing". Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0". When the value of the effect process flag is updated, the waiting process for hitting the special figure ends.

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the small hit game state is terminated, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. Update to a certain "5" and end the small hit medium production process.

The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, the end of the small hit game state, and various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the setting contents. To execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

The jackpot effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this big hit middle effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set content. Further, in the big hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to the value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify the end of the big hit game state. Update to 7 ”and end the production process during the big hit.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the setting contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the ending effect process ends.

(Modified example of basic explanation)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the gist of the present invention.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but the game medium is enclosed and a score is given based on the occurrence of the prize. It may be an enclosed gaming machine.

Only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display may be performed by repeating the display and extinguishing of the symbol. Further, even if the symbol is displayed during the variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (the symbol indicating "-" may not be displayed as the display result).

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko game machine 1 is shown as the game machine, but a medal is inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player When a symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, if the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, bonus, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided by the detachable recording medium to the computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the computer device and the like in advance. It may take the form of being distributed by installing it in the storage device of the. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from another device on the network connected via the communication line or the like by providing the communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In addition, in this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".

(Explanation of feature 068IW)
Next, the feature unit 068IW will be described. In the feature unit 068IW, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is configured to be able to be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player.

Further, in this example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a door opening sensor (not shown) that detects that the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state and outputs a detection signal. Further, in this example, the main board 11 is provided with a setting key (not shown) for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state. In this example, since the board case (not shown) having the setting key is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the operation from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed. Is impossible, and the operation can be performed by opening the gaming machine frame 3 using a predetermined door key. Further, since the setting key requires the operation of the door key owned by the clerk of the amusement park or the like, only the clerk who has the door key can operate the setting key. The setting key is also a switch capable of performing an ON / OFF switching operation. Although the feature unit 068IW illustrates a form in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys, one key may be used in combination. Further, in this example, a display monitor is arranged on the board case.

(Big hit probability, small hit probability)
FIG. 8-1 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the jackpot probability and the small hit probability for each set value. As shown in FIG. 8-1, in this example, a case is shown in which the setting can be changed in 6 stages of the setting values “1” to “6”. Not only when the setting can be changed in 6 steps, for example, the setting may be changed in 2 to 5 steps, or the setting may be changed in 7 or more steps.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-1, in the non-probability state (low probability state), the setting value “1” has the lowest jackpot probability “205/65536”, which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" has the highest jackpot probability "247/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-1, in the probabilistic state (high probability state), the overall jackpot winning probability is 10 times higher than that in the non-probability state (low probability state), and the set value "1". Is the lowest with a jackpot probability of "2050/65536", which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" is the jackpot probability "2470/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players.

On the other hand, regarding small hits, as shown in FIG. 8-1, regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set, the non-probability state (low probability state) and the probability change state (high probability state). The small hit probability is constant as "6298/65536" regardless of which of the probability states). That is, in this example, the determination value for small hit determination is common regardless of the set value, and is common to the non-probability change state and the probability change state. As shown in FIG. 8-1, even when the jackpot probability is configured to be constant while the jackpot probability is made different according to the set value, the missed probability is set to the set value “1” to By making them different in "6", the number of determination values for each set value may be matched.

When it is determined to be a big hit, a big hit type such as a normal big hit (non-probability big hit), a probabilistic big hit, or a sudden probabilistic big hit (2R probabilistic big hit) is also decided. Regardless of which of "1" to "6", each jackpot type is determined with the same probability. Further, when it is determined to be a small hit, it is conceivable to configure it so that it is further determined to be a plurality of types of small hits. However, regarding the small hit type, any of the set values "1" to "6" can be used. Regardless of whether or not there is, each small hit type is determined with the same probability.

Further, the fluctuation pattern is determined when the fluctuation display is started, and each fluctuation pattern is determined with the same probability regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6".

(Setting confirmation process, setting change process)
Next, the change of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 068IW will be described. 8-2 to 8-4 are flowcharts showing the game control main processing in the feature unit 068IW. In the feature unit 068IW, the processing of steps IWS001 to S002 is the same as the processing of steps S1 to S2 shown in FIG.

When the initial setting is performed, the CPU 103 waits for the effect control means to start for measuring the time until the effect control means (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) starts when the power supply to the game machine is started. Set the timer (step 068IWS003). In this case, the effect control means activation waiting timer is set with a sufficient time from the start of power supply to the game machine to the activation of the effect control CPU 120. Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the effect control means activation wait timer (step 068IWS004), and confirms whether or not the value of the effect control means activation wait timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 068IWS005). If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is not 0, the process returns to step 068IWS004, and the processes of steps 068IWS004 to S005 are repeatedly executed. If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is 0, the process proceeds to step 068IWS006.

By executing the processes of steps 068IWS003 to S005, the processes after step 068IWS006 are executed after waiting until the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the setting values are changed and confirmed, and the RAM initialization and recovery processes are executed. Will be done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which various commands such as a setting value command, an initialization specification command, and a recovery command, which will be described later, are transmitted before the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the command is missed. It can be prevented from occurring.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the RAM clear flag indicating that the clear switch has been pressed when the power is turned on to the game machine (step 068IWS006).

In this example, the RAM clear flag is not cleared in the power off processing (see step 068IWS031) described later, but the RAM clear flag is once cleared by step 068IWS006 when the power is turned on to the game machine, and then the clear switch is set. If so, the case where the RAM clear flag is newly set (see steps 068IWS016 and S022) is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, if the RAM clear flag is also cleared when the power off processing is executed, and then the clear switch is set when the power is turned on to the game machine, the RAM clear flag is newly set. May be good.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) by the same process as in step S4 (step 068IWS007). Specifically, in step 068IWS007, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step 068IWS007; No), the process proceeds to step 068IWS012.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step 068IWS007; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a data check of the backed up data (performed by using an error detection code) by the same process as in step S5, and the data is normal. Whether or not it is determined (step 068IWS008). In step 068IWS008, for example, it is determined by the parity bit or the checksum whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal. When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step 068IWS008; No), the process proceeds to step 068IWS010.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step 068IWS008; Yes), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the set value stored in the RAM 102 is a value other than the set values "1" to "6". (Step 068IWS009). If the set value stored in the RAM 102 is any of the set values "1" to "6", the process proceeds to step 068IWS011.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (N in step 068IWS008), or when it is determined that the set value stored in the RAM 102 is a value other than the set values "1" to "6" (Y in step 068IWS009). The CPU 103 sets a RAM error flag indicating that an error has occurred in the RAM 102 (step 068IWS010). Then, the process proceeds to step 068IWS012.

When the set value stored in the RAM 102 is any of the set values "1" to "6" (N in step 068IWS009), the CPU 103 is executing the setting change process for changing the set value. It is confirmed whether or not the setting changing flag indicating that the setting is being changed is set (step 068IWS011). If the setting changing flag is set (step 068IWS011; Yes), that is, if a power failure occurs while changing the setting value and the power supply to the game machine is restarted, the process proceeds to step 068IWS012.

In step 068IWS012, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door open sensor is on (step 068IWS012). If the output signal from the door open sensor is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key is on (step 068IWS013). If the setting key is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 068IWS014). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 executes the RAM clear 2 process (step 068IWS015).

In this example, the RAM clear processing includes a RAM clear 1 process (see step 068IWS051) and a RAM clear 2 process (see step 068IWS015) that is executed when a RAM abnormality occurs.

In the RAM clear 1 process, the CPU 103 performs a process of clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area. However, in the RAM clear 1 process, the area other than the area for storing information for performance display such as the ratio, the combination ratio, and the base, and the area for storing the set value in the storage area of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the ratio and the connection ratio are cleared. Information for performance display such as role ratio and base, and information on set values are not cleared and are retained. Hereinafter, the storage area of the RAM 102 that is cleared by the RAM clear 1 process is referred to as a clear storage area 1.

In the RAM clear 2 process, the CPU 103 performs a process of clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area. However, in the RAM clear 2 processing, the area other than the area for storing information for performance display such as the ratio, the combination ratio, and the base in the storage area of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the performance display such as the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base is cleared. Information is not cleared and is retained. Further, in the RAM clear 2 process, the value of the set value stored in the RAM 102 is also cleared. Hereinafter, the storage area of the RAM 102 that is cleared by the RAM clear 2 process is referred to as a clear storage area 2. Therefore, in this example, the clear storage area 2 of the RAM 102 cleared by the RAM clear 2 process is wider than the clear storage area 1 of the RAM 102 cleared by the RAM clear 1 process.

Then, the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag (step 068IWS016), and proceeds to step 068IWS025. The RAM clear flag is set in the clear storage area 2 of the RAM 102.

On the other hand, when the output signal from the door open sensor is off (N in step 068IWS012), when the setting key is off (N in step 068IWS013), or when the output signal from the clear switch is off (step 068IWS014). In N), the CPU 103 controls to transmit the set value abnormality error command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 068IWS017).

Next, the CPU 103 shifts to the loop processing of steps 068IWS018 to S020. In the loop process, the CPU 103 executes a 4 ms weight process for measuring a 4 ms weight time (step 068IWS018). Then, when the weight time of 4 ms elapses, the CPU 103 shifts to step 068IWS019 and displays a predetermined error (step 068IWS019). For example, the CPU 103 controls the display monitor to display a display (for example, display of “E”) indicating that a RAM error has occurred. Further, the CPU 103 controls to externally output a security signal to an external device such as a hall computer via the external terminal plate (step 068IWS020). Then, the processes after step 068IWS018 are repeatedly executed.

By executing the processes of steps 068IWS007 to S020, in this feature unit 068IW, when the backup RAM is not normal (N in steps 068IWS007, S008, Y in step 068IWS009), or a power failure occurs during the setting change. In the case (Y of step 068IWS011), the RAM is cleared on the condition that the setting key is turned on and the clear switch is turned on while the gaming machine frame 3 is open, and the set value after step 068IWS025 is set. It can be changed. On the other hand, unless the game machine frame 3 is opened and the setting key and the clear switch are turned on, the loop process is executed, the set value cannot be changed, and the game control does not proceed.

If the setting changing flag is not set (step 068IWS011; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 068IWS021). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag (step 068IWS022).

In this example, by executing the processes of step 068IWS022 and step 068IWS016, the RAM clear flag is set when the clear switch is first detected when the power is turned on to the game machine. After that, before the timer interrupt is set and the timer interrupt process (game control process) is started, there are multiple scenes to check whether the clear switch is detected when the power is turned on. However, instead of checking the status of the clear switch directly, by checking whether the RAM clear flag is set or not, it is determined whether or not the on of the clear switch is detected when the power is turned on. (See steps 068IWS025, S034, S048).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor is ON (step 068IWS023). If the output signal from the door open sensor is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key is on (step 068IWS024). If the setting key is on, the CPU 103 checks whether the RAM clear flag is set (step 068IWS025). If the RAM clear flag is not set, the CPU 103 controls to send a setting confirmation command indicating that the setting confirmation process for confirming the set value is executed to the effect control CPU 120 (step 068IWS026). Then, the process proceeds to step 068IWS030.

On the other hand, if the RAM clear flag is set, the CPU 103 controls to send a setting change command indicating that the setting change process for changing the setting value is executed to the effect control CPU 120 (step 068IWS027). ). Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is set (step 068IWS028). If the RAM error flag is set (that is, if an error in the RAM 102 is detected), the CPU 103 fills the set value confirmation buffer (a storage area provided in the RAM 102 for storing the current set value). The set value is set to "1" (step 068IWS029). Then, the process proceeds to step 068IWS030. At this time, the CPU 103 resets the RAM error flag.

When the effect control board 12 side receives the setting confirmation command or the setting change command, it controls to notify that the setting is being confirmed or the setting is being changed (for example, a predetermined image on the image display device 5). Is displayed, a predetermined sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a decorative light emitter such as a decorative LED is made to emit light in a predetermined manner). In this case, the effect control board 12 may be configured to display "maintenance mode" or the like and shift to the maintenance mode by pressing an operation button for effect such as the push button 31B. The "maintenance mode" is, for example, the date and time setting of the real-time clock, the occurrence history of various errors (recording when and what kind of error occurred), and the setting change history (when the set value was changed or after the change). This mode allows you to check the recording of the set value). When the setting key is turned off and the setting confirmation process and setting change process are completed, the maintenance mode is also terminated.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a 4 ms weight process for measuring a 4 ms weight time (step 068IWS030). Then, when the weight time of 4 ms elapses, the CPU 103 proceeds to step 068IWS031 and executes the power off processing (step 068IWS031). In the power off processing of step 068IWS031, the CPU 103 executes a process of detecting whether or not a power off signal has been output (whether or not it has been turned on). The power off signal is output when, for example, the power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a decrease in the voltage of the power supply supplied to the game machine. Then, in the power off processing, when the CPU 103 detects that the power off signal has been output, it executes a power supply stop processing for saving necessary data (for example, backup flag, checksum) in the backup RAM area. To do.

Next, the CPU 103 identifies the set value stored in the set value confirmation buffer, and displays the specified set value on the display monitor (step 068IWS032). Further, the CPU 103 controls to externally output a security signal to an external device such as a hall computer via an external terminal plate (step 068IWS033).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the RAM clear flag is set (step 068IWS034). If the RAM clear flag is not set, the process proceeds to step 068IWS043 as it is.

If the RAM clear flag is set, the CPU 103 sets the setting changing flag (step 068IWS035) and starts the setting change process. Next, it is confirmed whether or not the initial set flag indicating that the value has already been set in the clear switch buffer for the first time since the power of the game machine is turned on is set (step 068IWS030). The clear switch buffer is provided in the RAM 102 and is a buffer for setting the input state (whether it is on or off) of the clear switch. For example, in the clear switch buffer, a value of "1" is set when the clear switch is on, and a value of "0" is set when the clear switch is off. If the initial set flag is set (if the value has already been set in the clear switch buffer for the first time since the power of the game machine is turned on), the process proceeds to step 068IWS039 as it is.

If the initial set flag is not set (that is, if the value has never been set in the clear switch buffer since the game machine was turned on), the CPU 103 puts the clear switch buffer on. The indicated value (for example, "1") is set (step 068IWS037). Further, the CPU 103 sets the initial set flag (step 068IWS038).

Next, the CPU 103 sets the value currently set in the clear switch buffer in the clear switch buffer last time (step 068IWS039). The previous clear switch buffer is provided in the RAM 102 and is a buffer for setting the input state (whether it is on or off) of the clear switch confirmed last time (4 ms before in this example). For example, in the previous clear switch buffer, a value of "1" is set if the previously confirmed clear switch is in the ON state, and a value of "0" is set if the clear switch confirmed last time is in the OFF state.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms the current input state of the clear switch and sets the current input state of the clear switch in the clear switch buffer (step 068IWS040). Next, in the CPU 103, the value set in the clear switch buffer last time is in the off state (for example, "0"), and the value set in the clear switch buffer is in the on state (for example, "1"). It is confirmed whether or not it is (step 068IWS041).

If the value set in the clear switch buffer last time is in the off state and the value set in the clear switch buffer is in the on state, the CPU 103 updates and displays the set value displayed on the display monitor. At the same time, it is stored in the set value confirmation buffer (updated and stored with respect to the already stored set value) (step 068IWS042). For example, when "1" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "2" and the set value "2" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer. When "2" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "3" and the set value "3" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer. When "3" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "4" and the set value "4" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer. When "4" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "5" and the set value "5" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer. When "5" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "6" and the set value "6" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer. When "6" is displayed as the set value on the display monitor, the display on the display monitor is updated to "1" and the set value "1" is stored in the set value confirmation buffer.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key is on (step 068IWS043). If the setting key remains on, the process proceeds to step 068IWS030, the processes of steps 068IWS030 to S043 are repeatedly executed, and the setting confirmation process and the setting change process are repeatedly executed. On the other hand, if the setting key is off, the CPU 103 ends the setting confirmation process and the setting change process, and proceeds to step 068IWS044.

When the RAM clear flag is not set (that is, when the clear switch is not turned on when the power of the game machine is turned on) by executing the above steps 068IWS025 to S043 (steps 068IWS025, S034). N), the setting confirmation command is transmitted (step 068IWS026), and the setting confirmation process (particularly step 068IWS032) is performed, but the setting change process is not performed. On the other hand, when the RAM clear flag is set (that is, when the clear switch is turned on when the power of the game machine is turned on) (Y in steps 068IWS025 and S034), a setting change command is transmitted (step 068IWS027). At the same time, a setting confirmation process (particularly step 068IWS032) and a setting change process (particularly 068IWS035-S042) are performed.

Next, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined value (for example, a value corresponding to 30 seconds) in the security information timer for setting the output period of the security signal (step 068IWS044). In this example, when the setting confirmation process or the setting change process is executed when the power is turned on to the game machine, the external output of the security signal is started by executing the process of step 068IWS033. , The security information timer is set in step 068IWS044, and the information output process (step S23) is executed based on the value of the security information timer, so that the security signal continues until a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds) elapses. Is output to the outside.

On the other hand, in this example, by executing the process of step 068IWS020, the security signal is output externally even when a RAM abnormality or the like occurs. In this case, the power supply to the game machine is reset. The security signal is continuously output to the outside until it is reset.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the setting changing flag (step 068IWS045). Further, the CPU 103 erases the set value displayed on the display monitor (step 068IWS046). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit a set value command indicating the set set value to the effect control CPU 120 (step 068IWS047).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the RAM clear flag is set (step 068IWS048). If the RAM clear flag is not set, the process proceeds to the recovery process of step 068IWS049. The processing of steps 068IWS049 and S050 in the feature unit 068IW is the same as the processing of steps S6 and S7 shown in FIG.

If the RAM clear flag is set, the CPU 103 executes the RAM clear 1 process and performs the process of clearing the clear storage area 1 of the RAM 102 (068IWS051). The processing of steps 068IWS052 to S055 in this feature unit 068IW is the same as the processing of steps S9 to S12 shown in FIG.

FIG. 8-5 is an explanatory diagram showing a process executed when the power is turned on. In this feature unit 068IW, as shown in FIG. 8-5, when the setting key is on when the power is turned on (furthermore, when the output signal from the door open sensor is on), the clear switch is on. For example, if the setting confirmation process (particularly step 068IWS032) and the setting change process (particularly 068IWS035-S042) are executed and the initialization process (RAM clear 1 process (step 068IWS051)) is executed and the clear switch is off, Only the setting confirmation process (particularly step 068IWS032) is executed, and the recovery process (step 068IWS049) is executed. If the setting key is off when the power is turned on, only the initialization process (RAM clear 1 process (step 068IWS051)) is executed if the clear switch is on, and the recovery is performed if the clear switch is off. Only the process (step 068IWS049) is executed.

Next, the display mode of the display monitor in the setting confirmation process and the setting change process will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-6 (A) and 8-6 (B), when the power is turned off (powered off) by the operation of a clerk at the amusement park or the like, the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is supplied. When the supply is stopped, the display on the display monitor ends. If the big winning opening is open during a big hit game or a small hit game at the timing when the power is turned off, the big winning opening is closed by stopping the supply of electric power to the solenoid 82.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (C), when the clerk of the game hall or the like turns on the power while operating the clear switch (in the case of Yes in step S3 of the game control main process), the setting key is turned ON. The setting confirmation process is executed by the CPU 103 on the condition that the setting value is set, and the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed on the display monitor.

In the state where the set value is displayed on the display monitor in this way, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (D), the CPU 103 detects the operation of the clear switch by the clerk of the amusement park or the like in the setting change process. The numerical value displayed on the display monitor is updated sequentially every time (for example, every time the clear switch is operated, it is updated as 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6 → 1 → ...). .. Further, the set value displayed on the display monitor is stored (updated and stored) in the backup area of the RAM 102.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (E), the CPU 103 turns off the display monitor based on the setting key being turned off by the operation of the clerk of the game hall, etc. Notifies that a new setting value has been stored in the backup area of the RAM 102.

When the hold storage is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, the hold storage is cleared. Further, when the big prize opening is closed at the timing of FIG. 8-6 (A) (the timing when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off), the RAM clear processing is executed when the setting is changed. As the memory of the jackpot is erased, the jackpot remains closed. After that, the CPU 103 finishes the setting change process, and is in a state where the game can be played, that is, a state in which the fluctuation display result, the jackpot type, the fluctuation pattern determination lottery, the prize ball payout, and the like can be executed.

In the setting change process in the feature unit 068IW, a mode in which the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed as the initial display to be displayed on the display monitor is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. As an initial display to be displayed on the display monitor in the setting change process, the setting value that is most disadvantageous to the player (“1” in the case of the feature unit 068IW) or the setting value that is most advantageous to the player. (If this feature unit is 068 IW, "6") may be displayed.

Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-6, the case where the set value is displayed by using the first display of the four-digit display of the display monitor when confirming or changing the set value is shown. Not limited to the mode, for example, the set value may be displayed by using the second and subsequent displays of the display monitor. Further, for example, the display monitor may be configured to display the set value by performing a dedicated 4-digit display. In this case, for example, if the set value is "1", the four-digit display of "-S-1" is displayed on the display monitor, and if the set value is "2", the four digits of "-S-2" are displayed on the display monitor. The digit may be displayed, or if the set value is "3", the four digits of "-S-3" may be displayed on the display monitor. Further, for example, the set value may be displayed on all four-digit displays of the display monitor. For example, if the set value is "1", the display monitor may display the four digits of "1111", or if the set value is "2", the display monitor may display the four digits of "2222". Good.

(Command analysis processing)
8-7 and 8-8 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step 068IWS205). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 068IWS301). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception count counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step 068IWS302). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 068IWS303). The reason for +2 is that it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a set value command (step 068IWS304), the effect control CPU 120 stores the set value indicated by the received set value command in the set value storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step). 068IWS305).

If the received effect control command is a set value abnormality error command (step 068IWS306), the effect control CPU 120 executes the set value abnormality error notification (step 068IWS307). For example, the effect control CPU 120 displays a character display such as "a setting value abnormality error has occurred" in the image display device 5, or sounds a sound or an error sound indicating a setting value abnormality error from the speakers 8L and 8R. It controls to output and to make the game effect lamp 9 and the LED emit light in a predetermined error pattern. In this case, when the set value abnormality error notification is performed, the maximum volume sound or error sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and LED are emitted with the maximum brightness (for example, of a full-color LED). In that case, it is desirable to make it emit light in white.

If the received effect control command is a command at the time of restoration (step 068IWS308), the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the restoration screen (step 068IWS309). For example, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display a character display such as "restoring" or to display an initial result (for example, a combination of symbols of "123").

If the received effect control command is an initialization designation command (step 068IWS310), the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the initial screen (step 068IWS311). For example, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the logo display of the game machine maker and to display the initial result (for example, the combination of the symbols of “123”). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets an initialization flag indicating that the initialization process (RAM clear process) has been executed (step 068IWS312).

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (effect control command that specifies a variation pattern) (step 068IWS320), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the RAM 122. Store in the area (step 068IWS321). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 068IWS322).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (effect control command that specifies whether to make a big hit, whether to make a small hit, a big hit type, or a small hit type) (step 068IWS323), for effect control. The CPU 120 stores the received display result designation command in the display result designation command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 068IWS324).

If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation command (effect control command that specifies that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed) (step 068IWS325), the effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation command reception flag (step 068IWS325). Step 068IWS326).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (effect control command that specifies the start of a jackpot game) (step 068IWS327), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 068IWS328).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (effect control command that specifies the end of the jackpot game) (step 068IWS329), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 068IWS330).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received effect control command or sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step 068IWS331). Then, the process proceeds to step 068IWS301.

(Variable display start waiting process)
FIG. 8-9 is a flowchart showing a variable display start waiting process (step S170) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 068IWS111). The variation pattern command reception flag is, for example, a flag set when a variation pattern command is received in the command analysis process (step S75). If the variation pattern command reception flag is not set, the process related to the display of the menu screen (steps 068IWS121-S134) is performed.

Here, the menu screen in the feature unit IW068 will be described. The menu screen is displayed when a menu display operation is accepted in the customer waiting state. This menu screen includes a plurality of menu items, and by selecting one of the menu items according to the operation of the player, the display is switched to the screen corresponding to the selected menu item. Menu items include "volume / light intensity setting", "custom", "big hit probability confirmation", "setting suggestion history", "setting suggestion history deletion", and "end" (Fig. 8-15 (Fig. 8-15 (Fig. 8-15)). See 3)). On the menu screen, the cursor is moved and displayed based on the operation of the stick controller 31A or the cross key (an operating member provided at a position where the player can operate. Not shown), and the cursor is moved and displayed based on the operation of the push button 31B. It selects the menu item corresponding to.

When "Volume / light amount setting" is selected, the volume / light amount setting of the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and the light amount of the display screen of the image display device 5 can be set according to the operation of the player. It becomes a state.

When "Custom" is selected, it becomes a custom state in which the execution frequency of the effect, the effect mode, and the like can be set according to the operation of the player.

When "Big hit probability confirmation" is selected, the big hit probability confirmation state is set in which the measured value of the big hit probability for each game state is displayed. Specifically, the effect control CPU 120 can calculate the actual measurement value of the jackpot probability by measuring the number of fluctuations and the number of jackpots for each gaming state from the time the power is turned on and dividing the number of jackpots in the measurement result by the number of fluctuations. Is. The number of jackpots may or may not include a type of jackpot that is disadvantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot in which a prize ball cannot be substantially expected, such as a sudden probability change jackpot). Good. Further, in the jackpot probability confirmation state, the calculated jackpot probability measured value itself may be displayed, or an image display suggesting the measured value may be displayed. For example, a character may be displayed, and the measured value may be suggested by the color or movement of the character. Further, the measured value of the jackpot probability is not limited to the one calculated by the effect control CPU 120, and may be calculated by the game control microcomputer 100. In this way, by displaying the measured value of the jackpot probability, the player can predict which set value is set. In particular, the higher the frequency of jackpots, the easier it is for the measured value of the jackpot probability to converge to the theoretical value (the jackpot probability corresponding to the set value). Therefore, the high probability state is more likely than the low probability state. It is possible to predict the set value with high accuracy.

When "setting suggestion history" is selected, the setting suggestion history state is set in which the execution history of the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode is displayed. Specifically, the execution history of the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode is displayed based on the setting suggestion history information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area described later (see FIG. 8-15 (4)). As a result, the player can predict which set value is set.

When "Delete setting suggestion history" is selected, the information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area can be deleted.

When "Exit" is selected, the menu screen display ends and the normal screen (the screen in which the decorative design is stopped and displayed) is displayed.

As a process related to the display of the menu screen, the effect control CPU 120 first starts displaying the menu screen when the menu display operation (pressing operation to the push button 31B) is accepted (Y, S122 in step 068IWS121).

Although not shown, the menu display operation is effective only in the customer waiting state in which the player is not operating. Specifically, when 20 seconds have passed since the end of the last fluctuation (for example, when the game control microcomputer 100 ends the fluctuation, a customer waiting demo designation command indicating that the fluctuation has ended is transmitted to control the effect. The menu screen is displayed by performing an operation promotion image (pressing operation to the push button 31B) from the operation promotion image (the timing when 20 seconds have passed without starting a new fluctuation since the computer 120 receives the customer waiting demo designation command). An image indicating that effect) is displayed, and the process of step 068IWS121 is performed with the detection of the menu display operation enabled only during the display of the operation promotion image.

The customer waiting state (the state corresponding to the non-game state) is, for example, a state in which the fluctuation is not performed and there is no hold display, a state in which the game ball is not launched, a state in which the out ball is not detected, and a hit ball. Conditions such as the state in which the touch sensor that detects the player's contact with the operation handle 30 does not detect, or the state in which the player detects that the player is not in front of the game machine by an infrared sensor or the like continues for a predetermined time are satisfied. It is sufficient if it is in the state of being. Further, by enabling the menu display operation only in the customer waiting state, steps 068IWS122 to S134 related to the menu are also processed in the customer waiting state.

Further, when the effect control CPU 120 receives an operation of selecting a menu item of the "setting suggestion history" (an operation of pressing the push button 31B while the cursor is placed on the menu item of the "setting suggestion history"), The display of the setting suggestion history is started (Y, S124 in step 068IWS123). Specifically, the display corresponding to the oldest information among the setting suggestion history information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area (display showing the effect mode of the executed eye-catching effect and the time when the eye-catching effect is executed is shown. Information) is displayed.

Further, when the effect control CPU 120 receives a switching operation of the setting suggestion history (a left / right instruction operation to the stick controller 31A or the cross key (not shown) while the setting suggestion history is displayed), the setting suggestion history The display is switched (Y, S126 in step 068IWS125). As described above, in step 068IWS124, the oldest information among the setting suggestion history information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area is displayed. However, by accepting the setting suggestion history switching operation, the setting suggestion history information is displayed. Display corresponding to other setting suggestion history information different from the oldest information (display indicating the executed eye-catching effect mode and information indicating the execution time) is performed. That is, when displaying the setting suggestion history, first, the menu item of "setting suggestion history" is selected from the menu screen to display the oldest setting suggestion history information, and then the setting suggestion history is displayed. By accepting the switching operation, the display corresponding to the other setting suggestion history information is performed, and by repeatedly accepting the switching operation of the setting suggestion history, the setting suggestion history information to be displayed is switched.

When the left tilt operation to the stick controller 31A or the left press operation to the cross key is accepted, the display is switched to the display corresponding to the previous setting suggestion history information, and the right tilt operation to the stick controller 31A or the cross key is performed. When the right press operation of is accepted, the display is switched to the display corresponding to the setting suggestion history information one after. In addition, when the display corresponding to the oldest setting suggestion history information is performed and the left tilt operation to the stick controller 31A or the left press operation to the cross key is accepted, the display corresponding to the latest setting suggestion history information is performed. If the stick controller 31A is tilted to the right or the cross key is pressed to the right while the display corresponding to the latest setting suggestion history information is being displayed, the oldest setting suggestion history information is supported. It switches to the display.

Further, when the effect control CPU 120 receives an operation for ending the setting suggestion history (an operation for returning to the menu screen. Specifically, an operation for pressing the push button 31B while the setting suggestion history is displayed), By ending the display of the setting suggestion history, the menu item of the setting suggestion history is finished, and the display of the menu screen is started again (Y, S128 in step 068IWS127).

Further, when 3 minutes have passed from the last operation, the effect control CPU 120 terminates the screen display related to the menu (all the display related to the menu such as the display of the menu screen and the display of the setting suggestion history) and the normal screen (decorative pattern). (Screen where is stopped and displayed) is displayed (Y, S130 in step 068IWS129). Specifically, when an operation on the push button 31B, the stick controller 31A or the cross key (not shown) is detected, a value corresponding to 3 minutes is set in the timer to start, and the operation is started without detecting another operation. Based on the timer timed out, it can be determined that 3 minutes have passed since the last operation.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 performs an operation of deleting the setting suggestion history, that is, an operation of selecting a menu item of "delete setting suggestion history" (push button 31B in a state where the cursor is placed on the menu item of "delete setting suggestion history"). When the pressing operation) is accepted, all the setting suggestion history information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area is deleted (Y, S132 in step 068IWS131).

Further, when the effect control CPU 120 receives another operation, the effect control CPU 120 executes the process according to the accepted operation (Y, S134 in step 068IWS133). For example, when an operation to select a menu item of "volume / light amount setting", "custom", "big hit probability confirmation", or "end", or an operation in the state after selecting those menu items is accepted, an operation is performed. Perform processing according to.

If the variation pattern command reception flag is set in step 068IWS111, the effect control CPU 120 resets the variation pattern command reception flag (step 068IWS112), and if it is displayed, the display related to the menu (display of the menu screen or display). All displays related to the menu, such as the display of the setting suggestion history) are terminated (step 068IWS120). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to "1", which is a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S171) (step 068IWS113).

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern command from the variable pattern command storage area (step 068IWS401). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 068IWS401 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command). The symbol) is determined (step 068IWS402). That is, by executing the process of step 068IWS402 by the effect control CPU 120, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the decorative symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variable pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. A display result determining means for determining a symbol) is realized. The effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 068IWS402, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based only on the variation pattern command. ..

In step 068IWS402, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a probability variation jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols in which the three symbols are the same odd-numbered symbols as the stop symbols. Further, for example, when the received display result specification command indicates a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols having the same even-numbered symbols as the stop symbols. To do.

Further, when the received display result designation command indicates a sudden probability change big hit, the effect control CPU 120 determines the combination of the decorative symbols of the sudden probability change big hit symbol. For example, the effect control CPU 120 determines the combination of the symbols of "357" as the sudden change jackpot symbol.

Further, when the received display result designation command indicates a small hit, the effect control CPU 120 determines the combination of the decorative symbols of the small hit symbol. For example, the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of the same “357” symbols as the suddenly probable big hit symbol as the small hit symbol.

If the received display result specification command indicates an error, a combination of decorative symbols other than the above is determined. However, if a reach effect is involved, the combination of the decorative symbols with the two left and right symbols aligned is determined.

When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 120, in step 068IWS402, has a chance pattern symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. , A combination of a jackpot symbol that does not reach but one symbol is out of alignment) is also determined.

The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining a stop symbol, and uses a stop symbol determination table in which data indicating a combination of decorative symbols and a numerical value are associated with each other to generate a stop symbol for the decorative symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

Next, when the effect control CPU 120 has a super reach variation (Y in step 068IWS403), the eye-catching effect mode for selecting the effect mode of the eye-catching effect (hereinafter, may be referred to as “eye-catching effect mode”). A selective lottery is performed (step 068IWS404). Specifically, the eye-catching effect mode is selected by using the eye-catching effect mode selection lottery table shown in FIG. 8-11.

FIG. 8-11 is an explanatory diagram showing an eye-catching effect mode selection lottery table. In the eye-catching effect mode selection lottery table shown in FIG. 8-11, determination values for the eye-catching effect mode are assigned to each set value (set values "1" to "6") currently set.

In the present embodiment, the visibility of the decorative pattern is reduced so as not to interfere with the super reach effect during the execution of the super reach effect. Therefore, in the case of a fluctuation out of the super reach, the screen is switched to the screen in which the decorative pattern is returned to the normal mode and displayed after the eye catching effect is performed after the super reach effect is completed. The eye-catching effect is an effect of displaying a predetermined image on the entire surface of the display area of the image display device 5 for 2 seconds. As a plurality of eye-catching effect modes having different display images, a non-setting suggestion mode that does not suggest the currently set setting value, and a first setting suggestion mode to a fourth setting suggestion mode that suggests the currently set setting value. Is provided.

The non-setting suggestion mode is an effect mode in which a small pattern and a filled image are displayed on the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-14 (4) described later). The first setting suggestion mode is an effect mode in which the small symbol, the character A, and the filled image are displayed on the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-14 (4a) described later). The second setting suggestion mode is an effect mode in which the small symbol, the character B, and the filled image are displayed on the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-14 (4b) described later). The third setting suggestion mode is an effect mode in which the small symbol, the character C, and the filled image are displayed on the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-14 (4c) described later). The fourth setting suggestion mode is an effect mode in which the small symbol, the character D, and the filled image are displayed on the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-14 (4d) described later).

For example, when the currently set setting value is any one of "1" to "3", the non-setting suggestion mode is 50%, the first setting suggestion mode is 27%, and the first setting suggestion mode is 23%. The second setting suggestion mode is selected as the eye-catching effect mode in proportion.

For example, when the currently set setting value is "4" or "5", the non-setting suggestion mode is 50%, the first setting suggestion mode is 20%, and the first setting suggestion mode is 25%. 2 The setting suggestion mode is selected at a rate of 5%, and the third setting suggestion mode is selected as the eye-catching effect mode.

For example, when the currently set value is "6", the non-setting suggestion mode is 50%, the first setting suggestion mode is 20%, and the second setting suggestion mode is 24%. Is selected as the third setting suggestion mode at a rate of 5% and the fourth setting suggestion mode at a rate of 1% as an eye-catching effect mode.

As described above, the first setting suggestion mode is an effect mode that is easily selected when the currently set setting value is any one of "1" to "3", and the second setting suggestion mode is the currently set mode. This is an effect mode that is easily selected when the set value is any one of "4" to "6". Further, the third setting suggestion mode is an effect mode that can be selected only when the currently set setting value is any one of "4" to "6", and the fourth setting suggestion mode is currently set. This is an effect mode that can be selected only when the set value is "6".

Here, it is decided that the eye-catching effect is always executed when the super reach is out of order, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the presence or absence of the eye-catching effect is determined by a lottery of a predetermined ratio. It may be.

Further, as the effect mode of the eye-catching effect, the setting suggestion mode that suggests the set value and the non-setting suggestion mode that does not suggest the set value are provided, but only the setting suggestion mode may be provided. Further, a plurality of types of non-setting suggestion modes may be provided, or a single setting suggestion mode may be provided.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the execution of the eye-catching effect of the selected eye-catching effect mode (step 068IWS405), and proceeds to step 068IWS412.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the eye-catching effect if the variation pattern and the execution of the eye-catching effect are determined (step 068IWS412). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 068IWS413).

The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (effect component) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of a collection of a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Specifically, data related to the change of the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. Further, in the process timer set value, the fluctuation time in the mode of fluctuation is set. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table and controls the display control to display the decorative symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data only for the time set in the process timer set value. Further, the process table is stored in the ROM 121 of the effect control board 12. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

In the process table used when executing the effect control for the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect, the left symbol is stopped and displayed when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the fluctuation, and the right symbol is stopped when the predetermined time elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbol to be stopped and displayed in the process table, the image for displaying the symbol is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the pseudo-ream, and the temporary stop symbol in the sliding effect. You may.

When the execution of the eye-catching effect of step 068IWS405 is set, the process table including the eye-catching effect is selected in step 068IWS412, and step 068IWS414 and the variable display effect process (step S172) are selected according to the selected process table. ) Is executed in step 068IWS805, so that the eye-catching effect is executed.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 068IWS414).

In the feature unit 068IW, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. However, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step 068IWS415). Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “2” (step 068IWS416), and ends the variable display start setting process.

FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing the effect processing during variable display (step S172) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 068IWS801) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 068IWS802). When the process timer times out (step 068IWS803), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 068IWS804). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step 068IWS805).

The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode is executed (step 068IWS806), and if it is executed, the setting suggestion history information (the effect mode and the current time information of the executed eye-catching effect). ) Is stored in the setting suggestion history storage area provided in the RAM 122 (step 068IWS807). As shown in FIG. 8-13, the setting suggestion history storage area is configured to be memorable as the setting suggestion history information in association with the effect mode of the executed eye-catching effect and the time information when the eye-catching effect is executed. ing. Further, the setting suggestion history storage area is initialized by the above-described initialization process (step S71). That is, the setting suggestion history storage area stores the setting suggestion history information from when the power is turned on to when the power is turned off.

The storage timing of the setting suggestion history information is not limited to the execution of the eye-catching effect. For example, the production mode of the eye-catching effect scheduled to be executed may be stored at the timing of determining the production mode of the eye-catching effect (at the start of the fluctuation in the present embodiment). Further, the time information may not necessarily be stored, or only the effect mode of the executed eye-catching effect may be stored. Further, the setting suggestion history information may be stored and displayed as the setting suggestion history even when the eye-catching effect of the non-setting suggestion mode is executed.

Then, if the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step 068IWS808), the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 068IWS809).

A display example of the image display device 5 in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-14 and 8-15. FIG. 8-14 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the eye-catching effect. For example, in the fluctuation that is out of the super reach, the reach is generated by setting the left and right symbols to the same symbol (here, "7") (see FIG. 8-14 (1)), and the super reach effect is started (FIG. 8-14 (2)). In this example, a super reach effect is performed in which an enemy character and a ally character fight, and if the ally character wins, it becomes a big hit, and if it loses, it becomes a loss. When Super Reach occurs, the decorative pattern is erased. It is suggested that the defeat of the ally character will result in a loss (see Fig. 8-14 (3)), and after a 2-second eye-catching effect (see Fig. 8-14 (4)), the decorative design will be displayed again. (See FIG. 8-14 (5)).

FIG. 8-14 (4) shows the eye-catching effect of the non-setting suggestion mode, but if the effect mode is the first setting suggestion mode, the eye-catching including the character A is shown as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4a). The effect is an eye-catching effect including the character B as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4b) in the second setting suggestion mode, and as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4c) in the third setting suggestion mode. The eye-catching effect including the character C is performed, and in the case of the fourth setting suggestion mode, the eye-catching effect including the character D is performed as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4d).

FIG. 8-15 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the setting suggestion history. For example, based on the fact that the fluctuation is completed (see FIG. 8-15 (1)) and a predetermined time (for example, 20 seconds) has elapsed, the operation promotion image (push button 31B is pressed to display the menu screen). An image indicating that the display is to be displayed) is displayed (see FIG. 8-15 (2)).

Next, when the menu display operation (pressing operation to the push button 31B) is performed (Y in step 068IWS121), the display of the menu screen is started (see FIG. 8-15 (3)). Here, the right-pointing triangular cursor points to the menu item.

Then, when the operation of selecting the menu item of the "setting suggestion history" (the operation of pressing the push button 31B while the cursor is placed on the menu item of the "setting suggestion history") is performed (Y in step 068IWS121). , The display of the setting suggestion history is started (see FIG. 8-15 (4)). In the illustrated example, it is shown that the eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion mode was performed at 10:38. Further, although "1/36" is displayed in the upper right portion of the image display device 5, this number indicates the number of the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode and the eye-catching of the setting suggestion mode. It shows the number of times the production was performed. That is, in the illustrated example, the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode was performed 36 times from the power-on, and the first setting of which the eye-catching effect of the setting suggestion mode was performed at 10:38. It is shown that it is an eye-catching effect of the suggested mode.

As described above, when 3 minutes have passed from the last operation, the screen display related to the menu is terminated and the normal screen is displayed, that is, the menu is related until 3 minutes have passed from the last operation. The display is to be displayed continuously. As a result, the setting suggestion history can be displayed for a period longer than the execution time of the eye-catching effect, and the player can check or shoot the setting suggestion history for a long time.

Further, comparing the display example shown in FIG. 8-14 (4a) with the display example shown in FIG. 8-15 (4), the display screen of the eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion effect mode actually executed is displayed. Although the display form (size, pose) is different from the display screen of the eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion effect mode that can be viewed as the setting suggestion history, the displayed characters are the same. As a result, the player can easily recognize which effect mode the eye-catching effect is executed.

As described above, according to the feature unit 068IW, a plurality of set values (in this example, set values "1" to "1"), which are game machines capable of executing a predetermined game and have different advantages for the player. A setting means that can be set to any of the setting values "6") (in this example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes step 068IWS042), and a plurality of suggestions regarding the setting by the setting means. Suggestion effect execution means capable of executing any one of the types of suggestion effects (in this example, the eye-catching effects of the first setting suggestion mode to the fourth setting suggestion mode) over a specific period (2 seconds in this example). (In this example, a portion that executes step 068IWS805 in the effect control CPU 120) and a storage means that can store suggestion-related information (in this example, setting suggestion history information) regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means (in this example). In this example, the suggestion-related display (in this example, the suggestion-related display) related to the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means based on the setting suggestion history storage area provided in the RAM 122 and the suggestion-related information stored in the storage means. It is provided with a display control means (in this example, a part that executes step 068IWS124 in the effect control CPU 120) capable of displaying the setting suggestion history) for a period longer than a specific period (3 minutes in this example). And said. As a result, when the suggestion effect is executed, it can be confirmed for a period longer than the specific period after that, so that it is easy to recognize that the suggestion effect has been executed.

Specifically, when the suggestion effect is performed in a manner that ends based on the passage of time (for example, when it is performed as a part of a variable effect or a jackpot effect), it is assumed that the player misses the suggestion effect. However, as described above, by making it possible to display the suggestion-related display for a period longer than the specific period, which is the execution period of the suggestion effect, the suggestion-related display is displayed even if the execution of the suggestion effect is overlooked. It is possible to confirm the execution of the suggestion effect. For example, as a way to enjoy a type of game machine in which setting values can be set, a display screen of a suggestion effect is shot and the shot image is uploaded to a server on the Internet (for example, published on SNS (Social Networking Service)). However, even if the suggestion effect is executed at the timing when the super reach ends and the player is relaxed as in the above-mentioned eye-catching effect, the display screen of the suggestion effect is photographed. It may be damaged. Therefore, as described above, by making it possible to display the suggestion-related display for a period longer than the specific period, which is the execution period of the suggestion effect, the display screen of the suggestion effect cannot be photographed when the suggestion effect is executed. Even if it does, it is possible to shoot the suggestion-related display and upload the shot image to a server on the Internet.

In addition, the production to be executed is not limited to the eye-catching production as the "suggestion production", and any of the cut-in notice production, the character notice production, the group notice production, the button production, the reach production, the pseudo continuous production, the look-ahead notice production, etc. It may be possible that the effect of is feasible as a "suggestion effect".

In addition, it was decided that the eye-catching effect as a "suggestion effect" could be executed only when the super reach was out of order, but the present invention is not limited to this, for example, in the case of a super reach jackpot or a normal reach jackpot / miss. In some cases, or in the case of non-reach jackpot / miss, it may be possible to execute the "suggestion effect".

Further, the execution timing of the "suggestion effect" is not limited to the fluctuation, and may be executed in the big hit game state.

Further, although the upper limit period during which the setting suggestion history can be displayed is set to 3 minutes, it is not limited to this as long as it is longer than the execution period of the eye-catching effect of 2 seconds, and may be 3 seconds. Alternatively, there may be no upper limit on the time during which the setting suggestion history can be displayed.

Further, according to the feature unit 068IW, the detection means (in this example, the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B) capable of detecting the movement of the player is provided, and the display control means is played by the player. In the non-gaming state (in this example, the customer waiting state), the suggestion-related display can be displayed based on the detection result of the detection means (in this example, the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 068IWS121 to S124. Therefore, the menu screen can be displayed in the customer waiting state, and the setting suggestion history can be displayed on the menu screen). As a result, it is possible to switch the display or non-display according to the player's preference.

As described above, the customer waiting state as the non-game state is a state in which the change is not performed and there is no hold display, a state in which the game ball is not launched, a state in which the out ball is not detected, and a ball hitting operation. Conditions such as the state in which the touch sensor that detects the player's contact with the handle 30 does not detect, or the state in which the player detects that the player is not in front of the game machine by an infrared sensor or the like continues for a predetermined time are satisfied. It is good if it is in the state of being.

Further, since the suggestion-related display can be displayed in the non-game state in which the player is not playing the game, the suggestion-related display can be displayed without interfering with the fluctuation effect or the jackpot effect.

Further, according to the feature unit 068IW, the display control means provides information that can identify the suggestion effect as a suggestion-related display regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means (in this example, the eye-catching effect executed). It was decided to perform the display including the character display) corresponding to the setting suggestion mode. As a result, it is possible to visually determine which suggestion effect has been executed, and it becomes easier to recognize the executed suggestion effect.

In the feature unit 068IW, an image including a character display corresponding to the eye-catching effect mode is displayed as a setting suggestion history, but if the setting suggestion mode of the executed eye-catching effect can be specified. , Not limited to this. For example, the same image as the displayed image of the executed eye-catching effect may be displayed as the setting suggestion history. Further, the name of the effect mode (for example, "first setting suggestion mode", "second setting suggestion mode", "third setting suggestion mode" and "fourth setting suggestion mode"), the character name corresponding to the production mode, Alternatively, an image such as an emblem symbolizing the character may be displayed as a setting suggestion history.

Further, as the display mode of the setting suggestion history, the effect mode of the eye-catching effect executed as described above may be displayed one by one, or may be displayed as a list. Further, in the big hit game state, the effect mode of the eye-catching effect executed during the day may be highlighted (the shortened effect obtained by shortening the eye-catching effect is continuously performed in the order of execution). Further, another image display unit (sub image display unit) different from the image display unit 5 may be provided so that the setting suggestion history can always be displayed on the sub image display unit regardless of the progress of the game.

In addition, the feature unit 068IW has decided that all setting suggestion histories during the day can be displayed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, there is a time limit on the displayable setting suggestion history (for example, from the present time). It is also possible to set a numerical limit (for example, it is possible to display only up to 10 histories including the last executed eye-catching effect) or a numerical limit (for example, only the history up to 3 hours ago can be displayed).

Further, in the present feature unit 068IW, when the super reach is out of alignment, the production mode of the eye-catching effect is always selected at the ratio shown in FIG. 8-11, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a plurality of super reach effects having different reliability for big hits are provided and the fluctuation is accompanied by a super reach effect with high reliability, compared with the case where the fluctuation is accompanied by a super reach effect with low reliability. , The setting suggestion mode may be easily selected. As a result, it is possible to reduce the disappointment of the player when the super reach effect with high reliability is performed but the player is out of order.

Further, according to the present feature unit 068IW, the display control means has the first condition of detecting the movement of the player after starting the display of the suggestion-related display (in this example, pressing the push button 31B). The display of the suggestion-related display ends when at least one of the second condition (in this example, 3 minutes elapses from the last operation) that a period longer than the specific period elapses is satisfied. (In this example, the effect control CPU 120 ends the display of the setting suggestion history by executing steps 068IWS127 to S130). Thereby, the display period of the information regarding the suggestion effect can be changed according to the preference of the player.

Further, according to the feature unit 068IW, the storage means can store the suggestion-related information regarding the suggestion effect executed during the period from when the power of the game machine is turned on to when the game machine is turned off (in this example, the effect). When the control CPU 120 performs step S71, the setting suggestion history storage area is initialized when the power is turned on. Therefore, the setting suggestion history storage area can store the setting suggestion history information from the time when the power is turned on to the time when the power is turned off. There is.) As a result, the effect of the suggestion effect can be enhanced.

Specifically, the player who browses the suggestion-related display may predict the current set value, but since it is possible to browse the information related to the suggestion effect executed from the time the power is turned on to the present time, the accuracy is higher. It can be predictable.

Further, according to the feature unit 068IW, the storage means can erase the stored suggestion-related information based on the operation of the player (in this example, the effect control CPU 120 performs steps 068IWS131 and S132). I decided. As a result, it is possible to select a suggestion effect to be left as a history according to the preference of the player.

In this feature unit 068IW, all the information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area is deleted at once, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be possible to delete only a part of the information selected by the player among the information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area. As a result, it is possible to delete the setting suggestion history that is not desired to be seen by other players. For example, if another player sees a history indicating that the eye-catching effect of the fourth setting suggestion mode, which indicates that the setting value is the most advantageous for the player, is seen, the setting is the most advantageous for the player. Another player recognizes that the advantageous setting game machine has a value set, and the other player enjoys the gain from the advantageous setting game machine, which is an eye catch of the fourth setting suggestion mode. It is assumed that the player who is playing the game when the production is executed feels dissatisfied, but by making it possible to delete an arbitrary setting suggestion history based on the operation of the player, the player can feel dissatisfied. It is possible to prevent giving a feeling of dissatisfaction.

In addition, the conditions for erasing the information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area are not limited to detecting the movement of the player, but the power is turned off and the set value is changed. RAM clear. Processing is performed, the game is not in progress (there is no fluctuation and there is no hold display, the game ball is not launched, the out ball is detected for a predetermined period of time. A predetermined time elapses (a state in which the player is not in front of the game machine, a state in which the touch sensor that detects the player's contact with the ball striking handle 30 is not detected, or a state in which the player is detected by an infrared sensor or the like that the player is not in front of the game machine). Etc., the information stored in the setting suggestion history storage area may be deleted.

Further, it may be possible to set the setting suggestion history based on the operation of the game clerk. For example, it may be possible to set how many hours ago the setting suggestion history can be published, or it may be possible to set not to publish the setting suggestion history. This makes it possible to make settings according to the policy of the amusement store.

Further, in the feature unit 068IW, the effect mode of the executed eye-catching effect and the execution time of the eye-catching effect are displayed as the setting suggestion history, but other information related to the eye-catching effect can be displayed. It may be. For example, it may be possible to display the number of executions for each effect mode of the executed eye-catching effect. Specifically, it may be possible to display "first setting suggestion mode: 3 times, second setting suggestion mode: 5 times ...".

Further, in the present feature unit 068IW, the display of the setting suggestion history is not limited to the one performed based on the movement of the player, and may be performed when other conditions are satisfied. For example, it may be performed based on a predetermined timing as a part of a variable effect or a big hit effect. For example, the information indicating the type of the suggestion effect executed last time may be displayed in the predetermined reach effect, or may be displayed as the effect of the predetermined round in the jackpot game state.

Further, in this feature unit 068IW, the eye-catching effect as the suggestion effect is performed during the fluctuation, and the setting suggestion history as the suggestion-related display is displayed in the customer waiting state. However, the suggestion effect and the suggestion-related display are executed. The combination of timings is not limited to this, and may be any combination during fluctuation / big hit game state / waiting for customers. For example, the suggestion effect may be performed during the fluctuation, and the suggestion-related display may be displayed in the jackpot game state. Further, the suggestion effect may be performed in the jackpot gaming state, and the suggestion-related display may be displayed in the gaming state (for example, the probability variation state) after the jackpot gaming state is completed. Specifically, the suggestion effect is performed during the ending period of the jackpot game state, and the setting suggestion history is displayed by displaying the image in the suggestion effect as the background in the probabilistic state that shifts after the jackpot game state. May be.

Further, in the present feature unit 068IW, as described above, it is possible to display the eye-catching effect of any of the effect modes as the setting suggestion history, but the type of eye-catching effect that is not the display target of the setting suggestion history. It may be provided with an effect mode.

For example, the suggestion effect execution means has a first suggestion effect (for example, an eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion mode) that suggests that a set value that is disadvantageous to the player is set, and a set value that is advantageous to the player. It is possible to execute a second suggestion effect (for example, an eye-catching effect of the second setting suggestion mode to the fourth setting suggestion mode) that suggests that is set, and the display control means is the first suggestion effect related to the first suggestion effect. It is possible to limit the display of the 1 suggestion-related display and display the second suggestion-related display related to the second suggestion effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 displays the eye-catching effect of the first setting suggestion mode as the setting suggestion history. Instead, the eye-catching effect of the second setting suggestion mode to the fourth setting suggestion mode may be displayed). As a result, it is possible to prevent a decrease in motivation for playing.

The "advantageous setting value" and the "unfavorable setting value" for the player are classified based on the jackpot probability (the setting value in which the jackpot probability is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold value is defined as the "advantageous setting value". , The set value that is less than a predetermined threshold value may be set as a "disadvantageous set value"), or it is classified based on the ball output rate (the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of game balls fired). (A set value having a ball output rate of 100% or more is set as an "advantageous set value", and a set value having a ball output rate of less than 100% is set as a "disadvantageous set value").

In addition, "restricting the display of the first suggestion-related display" means that the display of the first suggestion-related display is restricted and the first suggestion-related effect is executed, although the first suggestion-related display is memorized. It is a concept including limiting the display of the first suggestion-related display without memorizing.

Further, "restricting the display" may mean that the display is not performed at all, or that the display may be more passive than the non-restricting one. For example, the first suggestion-related display may be displayed in a range smaller than the second suggestion-related display, or the first suggestion-related display may be displayed for a shorter period than the second suggestion-related display. May be good.

Further, for example, the suggestion effect execution means can execute a definite suggestion effect (for example, an eye-catching effect of the fourth setting suggestion mode) that deterministically notifies that a specific set value is set, and display control. The means may limit the display of the suggestion-related display related to the definite suggestion effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 does not display the eye-catching effect of the fourth setting suggestion mode as the setting suggestion history). As a result, it is possible to leave room for imagining which set value is set, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

In addition, as a "confirmed suggestion effect for deterministically notifying that a specific set value is set", the set value currently set as described above is used by the player among the set values provided. It is not limited to the setting value that definitely notifies that it is the most advantageous setting value, and it is definitely notified that it is the most disadvantageous setting value (for example, "1") for the player among the provided setting values. Or something that deterministically notifies that it is another set value (for example, "2" to "5").

For example, if the display of the suggestion-related display related to the definite suggestion effect that deterministically notifies that the setting value advantageous to the player is set is restricted, it is possible to prevent excessive gambling. be able to. Further, for example, if the display of the suggestion-related display related to the definite suggestion effect that deterministically notifies that a setting value disadvantageous to the player is set is restricted, the player's motivation to play can be prevented from decreasing. can do.

The present invention is not limited to those described above. Further, the specific configuration is included in the present invention even if there are changes or additions within a range that does not deviate from the gist of the present invention, in addition to the above-described embodiment and other embodiment examples described later.

Further, all or a part of the configurations shown in the above-described embodiment and each modification, and the configurations shown in the following embodiment and each modification may be arbitrarily combined.

It should be noted that the above-described embodiment and the following-described embodiment disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and are not considered to be restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the scope of claims rather than the above description and the description below, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

The gaming machine of the present invention is also a gaming machine capable of executing a predetermined game, and has a plurality of set values (for example, set value "1" to set value "6"" having different advantages for the player. ) (For example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing step 068IWS042) and a plurality of types of suggestion effects (for example,) for suggesting the setting by the setting means. A suggestion effect execution means (for example, step 068IWS805 in the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing any one of the first setting suggestion mode to the eye-catching effect of the fourth setting suggestion mode over a specific period (for example, 2 seconds). A storage means (for example, a setting suggestion history storage area provided in the RAM 122) that can store suggestion-related information (for example, setting suggestion history information) regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means, and storage. Based on the suggestion-related information stored in the means, the suggestion-related display (for example, setting suggestion history) regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means is displayed for a period longer than a specific period (for example, 3 minutes). Display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 068IWS124) and options for selecting the effect mode are presented, and the effect mode is determined based on the detection of the player's motion. The display control means is executed by the suggestion effect execution means, including the effect mode selection means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the selection effect setting process) that executes the selection effect that can be selected from a plurality of types. As a suggestion-related display related to the suggestion effect, a display including information that can identify the suggestion effect (for example, a character display corresponding to the setting suggestion mode of the executed eye-catching effect) is performed, and an option that can be presented by the effect mode selection means. Is a first option (for example, music A, music B, music C) that can be presented regardless of the set value, and a second option (for example, music Z) that can be presented when the set value is a specific value. The effect mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied for a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied. A gaming machine that can present a second option (eg, FIG. 10-6) can be mentioned.

According to such a configuration, when the suggestion effect is executed, it can be confirmed for a period longer than the specific period after that, so that it is easy to recognize that the suggestion effect has been executed. In addition, it is possible to visually determine which suggestion effect has been executed, and it becomes easier to recognize the executed suggestion effect. In addition, it becomes easier to guess the set value, and the interest of the game is improved.

In this way, the suggestion of the set value is given by a plurality of elements (for example, the setting suggestion mode in the eye-catching effect executed when the super reach is out of alignment, and the second option that can be presented when the set value is a specific value. If multiple factors suggest a setting value that is favorable to the player, the player is more confident that the setting value is favorable to the player. Even if one factor does not suggest a setting value that is advantageous to the player, if another factor suggests a setting value that is advantageous to the player, the player is a setting value that is advantageous to the player. Since the feeling of expectation for the game can be maintained, it is possible to improve the interest in the game. Then, when the setting suggestion effect is executed, it becomes possible to confirm the setting value for a period longer than the specific period, so that the setting value can be predicted more carefully, and the game entertainment can be further improved.
It should be noted that the setting value may be suggested by three or more elements. By doing so, if three or more factors suggest a setting value that is favorable to the player, the player can be further convinced that the setting value is favorable to the player, and also. Even if one factor does not suggest a setting value that is favorable to the player, if the remaining factors suggest a setting value that is favorable to the player, the player will be a setting value that is favorable to the player. Since the expectation of the player can be maintained and the remaining elements are of multiple types, the number of elements that suggest a setting value that is advantageous to the player changes in the remaining elements (for example, the setting value is suggested by three elements). In the case of performing, there are cases where there are 0, 1 and 2 elements that suggest a setting value that is advantageous to the player in the remaining elements), which broadens the prediction of the set value and makes the game fun. Can be further improved.

Further, as an example of a form of a gaming machine in which it is possible to easily recognize that the suggestion effect has been executed, it is easy to guess the set value, and the interest of the game is improved, a plurality of set values (for example, "1"). A game machine (for example, a feature unit) that can be set to any of (6)) and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player at a different ratio according to the set set value. It is a pachinko game machine 1) related to 62AK.
An effect mode selection means (for example, a selection effect setting) that presents options for selecting an effect mode and executes a selection effect that enables the effect mode to be selected from a plurality of types based on the detection of the player's movement. The options that are provided with the effect control CPU 120) that executes the process and can be presented by the effect mode selection means include the first option (for example, music A, music B, music C) that can be presented regardless of the set value. The production mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and includes the second option (for example, music Z) that can be presented when the set value is a specific value, and the first option. For a predetermined period after the condition is satisfied, the gaming machine can be presented with the second option when the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied (for example, FIG. 10-6). Hereinafter, an example of a form example of these game machines will be described as another form example.

Hereinafter, the characteristic parts of other form examples will be described.
(Explanation of feature 112IW)
Next, the feature unit 112IW will be described. The setting of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 112IW can be changed. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 whose settings can be changed, it is possible to set any of a plurality of set values, and it is possible to control the advantageous state (big hit gaming state) at different rates according to the set set values. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the other feature unit may also be configured so that the setting can be changed in the same manner as the feature unit 112IW. First, as shown in FIGS. 9-1 and 9-2, the pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into an outer frame 112IW001a formed in a vertically long square frame shape and a gaming board constituting the game board surface. It is composed of a (gauge board) 2 and a game machine frame (underframe) 112IW003 that supports and fixes the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area. Further, in the game machine frame 112IW003, between the door opening position where the glass door frame 112IW003a having a glass window opens the front surface of the game machine frame 112IW003 centering on the left side and the door closing position which closes the front surface. It is rotatably provided, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 112IW003a, and when the glass door frame 112IW003a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

In addition, the game machine frame 112IW003 can be opened by inserting the door key owned by the clerk of the game hall into the lock and unlocking it, and the player other than the clerk can open the game machine frame 112IW003 and the glass door frame. The 112IW003a cannot be opened.

The main board 11 is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state of being housed in the board case 112IW201 which is configured to be openable by the first member and the second member. Further, on the main board 11, the setting key 112IW051 for switching to the setting change state or the setting confirmation state described later, and the setting value such as the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) described later in the setting change state are changed. A setting changeover switch 112IW052 that functions as a setting switch is provided.

The setting switching main body unit provided with the operation unit that can be operated by the player such as the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is housed in the board case 112IW201 together with the main board 11, and the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 Is exposed to the back side through an opening formed in the right side of the back surface of the board case 112IW201 so that it can be operated without opening the board case 112IW201.

Since the board case 112IW201 having the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the operation from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not possible when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. It is possible, and the operation can be performed by opening the gaming machine frame 112IW003 using a predetermined door key. Further, since the setting key 112IW051 requires the operation of the setting key owned by the clerk of the amusement park or the like, only the clerk who possesses the setting key can operate the setting key 112IW051. The setting key 112IW051 is also a switch capable of executing an ON / OFF switching operation described later. Although the feature unit 112IW illustrates a form in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys, one key may be used in combination.

Further, in the substrate case 112IW201, a display monitor 112IW029 and a display changeover switch 112IW030 for switching the display of the display monitor 112IW029 are arranged. The display monitor 112IW029 and the display changeover switch 112IW030 are connected to the main board 11 and arranged in the upper left portion of the board case 112IW201. That is, the display monitor 112IW029 and the display changeover switch 112IW030 are arranged in front of the board case 112IW201 when the main board 11 is visually recognized. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is not opened, the front side when visually recognizing the main board 11 is the back side of the gaming board 2 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened. This is the front when visually recognizing, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized and the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

As described above, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 in the feature unit 112IW cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. The setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be operated from the inside of the game island where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed. Therefore, in this feature unit 112IW, as shown in FIGS. 9-2 and 9-3, a substrate including a setting key 112IW051 and a setting changeover switch 112IW052 at the right end of the outer frame 112IW001a when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. A security cover 112IW500A that covers the right side of the case 112IW201 from the back side is attached. The security cover 112IW500A is a substantially L-shaped member including a short piece 112IW500Aa facing in the front-rear direction and a long piece 112IW500Ab extending from the rear end portion of the short piece 112IW500Aa toward the left side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is composed of a plate-shaped synthetic resin material having transparency. The vertical dimension of the short piece 112IW500Aa is substantially the same as the vertical dimension of the back plate of the substrate case 112IW201. Further, the security cover 112IW500A is fixed to the right end portion of the outer frame 112IW001a via the front end portion of the short piece 112IW500Aa.

As shown in FIG. 9-2, the long piece 112IW500Ab abuts (or approaches) the right portion of the substrate case 112IW201 from the rear of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. As a result, the right side portion of the board case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is covered from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 are inoperable by the long piece 112IW500Ab. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 9-3, when the game machine frame 112IW003 is open, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 move together with the game machine frame 112IW003 from the long piece 112IW500Ab. By separating them, the covering state of the long piece 112IW500Ab is released, and the operation becomes operable.

That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 112IW, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the security cover 112IW500A regulates the operation of the operation unit including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052. While the state is maintained, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is open, the above-mentioned restricted state by the security cover 112IW500A is released, and the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is permitted. It becomes a state.

Since the board case 112IW201 is provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to access the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. The set value cannot be changed by operating the setting key 112IW051 or the setting changeover switch 112IW052 unless the clerk of the game hall opens the gaming machine frame 112IW003 with the door key.

However, even if the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed in a state where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed on a gaming island (not shown) in the game field, for example, with another pachinko gaming machine adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. A setting key 112IW051 on the back side of the pachinko game machine 1 by inserting an illegal member such as a wire or a cell plate from between a gaming device such as a card unit or a spacer member installed between the two and the pachinko game machine 1. And the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may cause fraudulent acts such as changing the setting value. Therefore, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the security cover 112IW500A switches the setting with the setting key 112IW051. By maintaining the regulated state in which the operation of the operation unit including the switch 112IW052 is regulated, the above-mentioned fraudulent activity can be suitably suppressed.

Further, even in a regulated state in which the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed and the right side of the back surface of the board case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is covered by the security cover 112IW500A, the substrate is passed through the transparent security cover 112IW500A. Since the main board 11 and the like housed in the case 112IW201 can be seen through, the status of the mounting surface on the main board 11 on which electronic components such as the CPU 103 are mounted, the seal, and the like can be easily confirmed.

In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, and by using the RAM 102 as a work area, various processes for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are executed. Further, the CPU 103 can generate all of the various random numbers used on the side of the main board 11 by executing the random number generation program.

In the feature unit 112IW, on the side of the main board 11, in addition to the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, and the normal figure display result determination Numerical data indicating each of the random value MR4 and the random value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 is controlled so as to be countable. In addition, random values other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. These random number values MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software update using different random counters in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100, or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various table data and the like used for controlling the progress of the game in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data that constitutes a plurality of determination tables such as the determination table shown in FIG. 9-4, which is prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations and determinations. Further, the ROM 101 contains table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used by the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main board 11, and a variation mode of each symbol in a variation display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol. A fluctuation pattern table or the like that stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is stored.

The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, the display result determination table (set value 1) shown in FIG. 9-4 (A), the display result determination table (set value 2) shown in FIG. 9-4 (B), and FIG. In addition to the display result judgment table (set value 3) shown in -4 (C), the jackpot type judgment table (not shown), the jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table (not shown), the loss fluctuation pattern judgment table (not shown), and the general drawing. A display result determination table (not shown), a normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table (not shown), and the like are included.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 112IW has a configuration in which the winning probability (ball output rate) of a big hit changes according to a set value. Specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is changed by using the display result judgment table (winning probability) according to the set value. .. The set value is composed of three stages of 1 to 3, with 1 having the lowest payout rate and increasing values in the order of 1, 2 and 3 increasing the payout rate. That is, when 1 is set as the set value, the advantage is the lowest for the player, and as the value increases in the order of 2, 3 the advantage increases stepwise.

(Display result judgment table)
9-4 (A) to 9-4 (C) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table corresponding to each set value. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with the MR1 is set. In each display result determination table, the variable special figure designation buffer is 1 (first), that is, the case where the first special symbol is the target of the variable display and the variable special figure designation buffer is 2 (second). That is, a determination value for a big hit is set for each of the cases where the second special symbol is the target of the variable display.

As shown in FIG. 9-4 (A), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 1 is used, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, that is, the first special symbol is the target of the variable display. In the case of, the jackpot is won with a lower probability (1/320 at the time of non-probability change, 1/32 at the time of probability change) than when the set values are "2" and "3". Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even if is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display (1/320 for non-probability change, 1/32 for probability change). To do.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (B), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 2 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability than in some cases (1/300 at the time of non-probability change, 1/30 at the time of probability change). Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even if is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display (1/300 for non-probability change, 1/30 for probability change). To do.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (C), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 3 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability than the case of "2" (1/280 at the time of non-probability change, 1/28 at the time of probability change). Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even if is the target of the variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability as when the first special symbol is the target of the variable display (1/280 at the time of non-probability change, 1/28 at the time of probability change). To do.

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and the value of MR1 corresponds to any of the jackpots shown in FIGS. 9-4 (A) to 9-4 (C). If it matches the hit determination value, it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit (big hit type A to big hit type C). That is, the winning of the big hit is determined with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIGS. 9-4 (A) to 9-4 (C) indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to control the big hit game state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design.

The feature unit 112IW provides a total of three set values, 1 to 3, as set values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine is not limited to this. The set value that can be set to 1 may be 2 or 4 or more.

Further, the feature unit 112IW exemplifies a mode in which the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous the player (the jackpot probability increases), but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the smaller the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous the player may be.

(Display monitor 112IW029)
In this feature unit 112IW, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the number of game balls entering each winning opening (large winning opening, second major winning opening, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, general winning opening) It is possible to perform aggregation and calculate various winning information such as the continuous ratio, the winning ratio, and the base based on the aggregation.

Specifically, the display monitor 112IW029 includes a 4-digit display unit. The display unit of each digit is composed of 7 segments composed of 7 segments drawing a "8" character and dots arranged at the lower right side of the 7 segments.

The display contents are displayed on the first-digit display unit and the second-digit display unit, and the numerical values are displayed as percentages on the third-digit display unit and the fourth-digit display unit. In the display No. 1, the short-term continuous ratio is displayed, and in the display No. 2, the short-term combination ratio is displayed. Display No. 3 displays the total cumulative ratio, and display No. 4 displays the total cumulative combination ratio. Further, in display No. 5, a base (base 1) calculated based on the previous 60,000 prize balls is displayed, and in display No. 6, a base (base 2) calculated based on the immediately preceding 60,000 prize balls is displayed. Will be done.

The short term here means a period in which the number of prize balls paid out (the number of acquired balls) was 6000. The period for obtaining the total cumulative total means the total period after the calculation of the continuous ratio and the combination ratio is started, or the total period after the calculation of the continuous ratio and the combination ratio is once reset.

In the above example, the continuous ratio, the combination ratio, and the base are calculated regardless of the gaming state, but may be calculated in consideration of the gaming state. For example, the continuous ratio may be the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the number of prize balls due to winning a prize in the big prize opening during the big hit game state. In addition, the role ratio is the ratio of the number of prize balls by winning the second starting winning opening in the high base state and the number of winning balls by winning the big winning opening in the big hit game state to the total number of prize balls. May be good. Further, the base may be calculated individually for the low base state and the high base state.

When the short-term continuous ratio of display No. 1 is displayed, "y6." Is displayed on the first digit display unit and the second digit display unit, and when the short-term combination ratio of display No. 2 is displayed, "Y7." Is displayed on the display unit of the first digit and the display unit of the second digit. When the short-term connection ratio of display No. 1 is displayed, the short-term connection ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit, and the short-term combination ratio of display No. 2 is displayed. When is displayed, the short-term combination ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit.

When the total cumulative ratio of display No. 3 is displayed, "A6." Is displayed on the first digit display unit and the second digit display unit, and the total cumulative combination ratio of display No. 4 is displayed. Is displayed with "A7." On the display unit of the first digit and the display unit of the second digit. When the total cumulative ratio of display No. 3 is displayed, the total cumulative ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit, and the total of the display No. 4 is displayed. When the cumulative winning combination ratio is displayed, the total cumulative winning combination ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display unit and the fourth digit display unit.

When the base 1 of the display No. 5 is displayed, "bL." Is displayed on the display unit of the first digit and the display unit of the second digit, and when the base 2 of the display No. 4 is displayed, the one digit is displayed. "B6." Is displayed on the eye display and the second digit display. When the base 1 of the display No. 5 is displayed, the total cumulative ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit, and the base 2 of the display No. 6 is displayed. When it is displayed, the total cumulative winning combination ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit.

Further, the display of these short-term connection ratio, short-term combination ratio, total cumulative combination ratio, total cumulative combination ratio, base 1 and base 2 is based on the operation of the display changeover switch 112IW030, and the set values set at that time are obtained. It is possible to sequentially change the display of the short-term consecutive ratio, short-term combination ratio, total cumulative ratio, total cumulative combination ratio, base 1 and base 2.

In the feature unit 112IW, the display monitor 112IW029 exemplifies a form in which the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base at each set value can be displayed, but the present invention is not limited to this and displays. The monitor 112IW029 may be able to display only a numerical value of 1 or only a numerical value of any 2 of these ratios, combination ratios, and bases.

In addition, the feature unit 112IW exemplifies a form in which the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base, which are information based on the number of prize balls given, are calculated, and the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display monitor 112IW029 may display the history of the number of prize balls given without calculating the joint ratio, the combination ratio, and the base. Good.

(Setting change processing)
Next, the change of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 112IW will be described. 9-5 to 9-7 are flowcharts showing the game control main processing in the feature unit 112IW. In the feature unit 112IW, the processing of steps 112IWS001 to S002 is the same as the processing of steps S1 to S2 shown in FIG.

When the initial setting is performed, the CPU 103 waits for the effect control means to start for measuring the time until the effect control means (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) starts when the power supply to the game machine is started. Set the timer (step 112IWS003). In this case, the effect control means activation waiting timer is set with a sufficient time from the start of power supply to the game machine to the activation of the effect control CPU 120. Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the effect control means activation wait timer (step 112IWS004), and confirms whether or not the value of the effect control means activation wait timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 112IWS005). If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is not 0, the process returns to step 112IWS004 and the processes of steps 112IWS004 to S005 are repeatedly executed. If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is 0, the process proceeds to step 112IWS006.

By executing the processes of steps 112IWS003 to S005, the processes after step 112IWS006 are executed after waiting until the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the setting values are changed and confirmed, and the RAM initialization and recovery processes are executed. Will be done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which various commands such as a setting value command, an initialization specification command, and a recovery command, which will be described later, are transmitted before the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the command is missed. It can be prevented from occurring.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the set value is a value at the time of shipment from the factory (for example, a value other than "0" or a possible set value) (step 112IWS006). If the factory default settings are used (step 112IWS006; Yes), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

If it is not the factory default setting (step 112IWS006; No), that is, if the set value has already been changed at least once, the CPU 103 backs up to the RAM 102 (backup RAM) by the same process as in step S4. It is determined whether or not the data is stored (step 112IWS007). Specifically, in step 112IWS007, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step 112IWS007; No), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step 112IWS007; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a data check of the backed up data (performed by using an error detection code) by the same process as in step S5, and the data is normal. Whether or not it is determined (step 112 IWS008). In step 112 IWS008, for example, the parity bit and the checksum are used to determine whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal. When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step 112IWS008; No), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step 112IWS008; Yes), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the setting changing flag indicating that the setting value is being changed is set (step 112IWS009). ). If the setting changing flag is set (step 112IWS009; Yes), that is, if a power failure occurs during the setting value change and the power supply to the game machine is restarted, the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

In step 112IWS010, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the RAM abnormality error notification command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 112IWS010). The CPU 103 may control the display monitor 112IW029 to display a display (for example, display of "E") indicating that a RAM error has occurred.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (a state in which the door (game machine frame 112IW003) is open) (step 112IWS011). If the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWS012). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS013). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag (step 120AKSA01). When the RAM clear flag is on, the RAM clear process for clearing the stored contents of the RAM 102 is executed after the process related to the setting change is executed. Then, the process proceeds to step 120 AKSA03.

On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is off (when the door is closed) (N in step 112IWS011) or when the setting key 112IW051 is off (N in step 112IWS012), the clear switch is used. When the output signal of is off (N in step 112IWS013), the process proceeds to the loop process without shifting to the step 120AKSA01. Before entering the loop process, the control of transmitting the RAM abnormality error notification command to the effect control CPU 120 (the process of step 112IWS010) may be executed.

When the processes of steps 112IWS006 to S013 are executed, the backup RAM is not normal in the feature unit 112IW (N in steps 112IWS007 and S008), or the settings for factory default are left as they are (step 112IWS007, S008). In the case of 112IWS006 Y), if a power failure occurs during the setting change (Y in step 112IWS009), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on and the clear switch is turned on with the gaming machine frame 112IW003 open. On condition that, the set value after step 120 AKSA03 can be changed, and then the RAM is cleared. On the other hand, unless the game machine frame 112IW003 is opened and the setting key 112IW051 and the clear switch are turned on, the loop processing is executed, the set value cannot be changed, and the game control does not proceed.

If the setting changing flag is not set (step 112IWS009; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS015).

If the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS015; Yes), the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag (step 120AKSA02).

After the processing of step 120AKSA02 or if the output signal from the clear switch is not on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWS016). If the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWS017).

If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA03). Here, when the setting key 112IW051 is on, the process for confirming the setting (setting confirmation process) or the process for changing the setting (setting change) depends on the state of the RAM clear flag (that is, on / off of the clear switch). Process) is executed. The error processing may be executed when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is turned off while the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed.

When the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA03; Yes), a setting change start command indicating that the setting change process is started is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA04). When the RAM clear flag is off (step 120AKSA03; No), a setting confirmation start command indicating that the setting confirmation process is started is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA05).

When the effect control board 12 side receives the setting change command or the setting confirmation command, it controls to notify that the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed (for example, the image display device 5 displays a predetermined image or displays a predetermined image. A predetermined sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a decorative light emitter such as a decorative LED is made to emit light in a predetermined manner).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the set value is a value at the time of shipment from the factory (for example, “0” or the like) (step 120AKSA06). If it is the factory default setting value (step 120AKSA06; Yes), the set value is set to "1" (step 120AKSA07). In step 120 AKSA07, the set value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is updated to "1".

In step 120AKSA07, when the set value is the factory default value, the set value is set to "1" as the initial value, but other set values may be set as the initial value. Also, when there is a RAM error error such as when the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 or when the backup data is not normal (for example, when the process of step 112IWS010 is executed), the set value is set to the initial value "1". You may try to do it. In this case, when the process of step 112IWS010 is executed (when step 112IWS006; Yes, step 112IWS007; No, or step 112IWS008; No), the RAM error flag is set, and in step 120AKSA06, the RAM error flag is set. May be determined whether or not is on.

If it is not the factory default setting (step 120AKSA06; No), or after executing the process of step 120AKSA07, the CPU 103 displays the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 on the display monitor 112IW029 (step 120AKSA08). ).

Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA09). When the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA09; Yes), the setting changing flag is set (step 120AKSA10).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is on (step 120AKSA11). If the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is on (step 120AKSA11; Yes), the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is updated (step 120AKSA12). The set value is updated every time the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is operated (pressed). For example, if the set value is "1", it is updated to "2", if the set value is "2", it is updated to "3", and if the set value is "3", it is updated to "1". Just update. A specific setting value may be specified by operating the setting changeover switch 112IW052.

If the RAM clear flag is off (step 120AKSA09; No), it means that the setting has been confirmed, so the process related to the setting change is not executed. In this case, or when the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is not on (step 120AKSA11; No), it is determined whether or not the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 is turned off after the processing of step 120AKSA12 is executed. (Step 120 AKSA13).

If the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 remains ON (step 120AKSA13; No), the process returns to step 120AKSA08 to continue the setting confirmation process or the setting change process. When the set value is updated in step 120AKSA12, the process of step 120AKSA08 is executed again, so that the updated set value is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

When the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 is off (step 120AKSA13; Yes), it is determined whether or not the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA14). When the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA14; Yes), the setting changing flag is reset (step 120AKSA15), and a setting change end command indicating that the setting change is completed is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA16). ).

When the RAM clear flag is off (step 120AKSA14; No), a setting confirmation end command indicating that the setting confirmation is completed is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA17).

After that, the display of the set value on the display monitor 112IW029 is erased (step 120AKSA18), and the set value command indicating the set value is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 112IWS031). The setting value command may be sent only when the setting value is updated.

Next, it is determined whether or not the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA19). When the RAM clear flag is on (step 120 AKSA19; Yes), the RAM clear process is executed (step 120 AKSA 20). In the RAM clear process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area. However, in the RAM clear processing, the area other than the area for storing information for performance display such as the ratio, the combination ratio, and the base, and the area for storing the set value in the storage area of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the connection ratio and the combination Information for displaying performance such as ratio and base, and information on set values are not cleared and are retained.

After that, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 by the same process as in step S9 (step 112IWS033).

When the RAM clear flag is off (step 120 AKSA19; No), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step 112 IWS022) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped by the same process as in step S6. Do. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents (contents of the backed up data) of the RAM 102. Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 by the same process as in step S7 (step 112IWS023).

After the process of step 112IWS033 or step 112IWS023, the process proceeds to the process of step 112IWS034. The processing of steps 112IWS034 to S036 is the same as the processing of steps S10 to S12 shown in FIG.

In step 120AKSA08, the set value may be displayed on the image display device 5. Then, the subsequent processing may be executed by using the image display device 5.

Further, during the execution of the setting confirmation process and the setting change process, the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B are set to a mode in which they are not displayed during the normal game (for example, a mode in which all segments of the 7-segment LED are turned on or blinked). May be good. By notifying the player using the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B in this way, it is possible to notify the player that the setting confirmation state or the setting change state is preferable. The special symbol display devices 4A and 4B may be different in the setting confirmation state and the setting change state.

If the power is turned off during the execution of the setting change processing, the setting change processing is executed again and the updated setting value is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) unless the setting change is completed. , You may make an error. Specifically, at the start of the setting change process, the setting change flag (which is not erased even if the RAM is cleared) is stored in the same backup RAM as the backup RAM that stores the setting value, and the setting change is performed at the end of the setting change process. When the flag is turned off and a process other than the setting change process (for example, the game control main process) is executed, if the setting change flag is on, an error occurs. As described above, in a situation where the setting change process does not proceed normally in the middle, the clerk of the amusement park may mistakenly think that the setting change has been completed even though it has not been completed. In such a case, it is possible to guarantee the reliable completion of the setting change by setting an error if the setting change is not completed.

Further, in step 120AKSA08, the current set value is read from the backup RAM and the set value is displayed. However, when the backup to the backup RAM is not performed normally, the image display device 5 is displayed with information indicating that an error occurs, and the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B are displayed in a mode different from that during the normal game. (For example, if all the segments of the 7-segment LED are turned off, or if all the lights are turned on during the setting confirmation process and the setting change process, all the blinking may occur).

FIG. 9-8 is an explanatory diagram showing a process executed when the power is turned on. In this feature unit 112IW, as shown in FIG. 9-8, when the setting key 112IW051 is turned on when the power is turned on (furthermore, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is turned on), the clear switch is turned on. If so, the setting change process (steps 120AKSA08 to 120AKSA13, etc.) is executed, and if the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process (steps 120AKSA08, 120AKSA13, etc.) is executed. If the setting key 112IW051 is off when the power is turned on, the initialization process (step 120AKSA20, etc.) is executed if the clear switch is on, and the recovery process (step 112IWS024) is executed if the clear switch is off. Is executed.

In this embodiment, in the game control main processing shown in FIGS. 9-5 to 9-7, branching is performed according to the state of the setting key 112IW051 and the clear switch (RAM clear flag) while sharing some of the processing. So, the setting change process, the setting confirmation process, the initialization process, or the recovery process has been executed, but each of them may be modularized and executed as an individual process.

Next, the display mode of the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change process will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 9-9 (A) and 9-9 (B), when the power is turned off (power is cut off) by the operation of a clerk at the amusement park, the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is supplied. When the supply is stopped, the display on the display monitor 112IW029 ends. If the big winning opening is being opened during a big hit game or the like at the timing when the power is turned off, the big winning opening is closed by stopping the supply of electric power to the solenoid 82.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (C), when the clerk of the game hall or the like turns on the power while operating the clear switch (in the case of Yes in step S3 of the game control main process), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on. The setting change process is executed by the CPU 103 on the condition that the setting value is set to, and the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

In the state where the set value is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 in this way, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (D), the CPU 103 each time it detects the operation of the setting changeover switch 112IW052 by a clerk of the amusement park or the like. The numerical value displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 is sequentially updated (for example, every time the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is operated, it is updated as 1 → 2 → 3 → 1 → ...).

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), the CPU 103 sets the set value displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 to the RAM 102 based on the fact that the setting key 112IW051 is turned off by the operation of a clerk at the amusement park or the like. Store (update storage) in the backup area of. At this time, the CPU 103 tells the display monitor 112IW029, based on the operation of the display changeover switch 112IW030, the short-term continuous ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total cumulative continuous ratio, and the total cumulative combination ratio of the set values set at that time. Display base 1 and base 2. Also, RAM
When the hold storage is stored in the backup area of 102, the hold storage is cleared. Further, when the big prize opening is closed at the timing of FIG. 9-9 (A) (the timing when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off), the RAM clear processing is executed when the setting is changed. As the memory of the jackpot is erased, the jackpot remains closed. After that, the CPU 103 finishes the setting change process, and is in a state where the game can be played, that is, a state in which the fluctuation display result, the jackpot type, the fluctuation pattern determination lottery, the prize ball payout, and the like can be executed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (F), the CPU 103 displays "EE" on the display monitor 112IW029 based on the occurrence of an error in the RAM 102 in which the set value is stored. It is possible to make it.

In the setting change process in the feature unit 112IW, a mode in which the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed as the initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. The initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change process is the most disadvantageous setting value for the player (“1” in the case of the feature unit 112IW), or the most advantageous for the player. The set value (“3” in the case of this feature unit 112IW) may be displayed.

(Explanation of feature 62AK)
Subsequently, the feature 62AK will be described. The setting of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 62AK can be changed. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 whose settings can be changed, it is possible to set any of a plurality of set values, and it is possible to control the advantageous state (big hit gaming state) at different rates according to the set set values. In the feature unit 62AK, the set values of "1" to "6" can be set, and the larger the value, the higher the jackpot probability. The number of steps of the set value is not limited to 6 steps, and may be 3 steps or the like. Further, the smaller the numerical value, the higher the jackpot probability may be. The method of changing the setting and the configuration and processing related to the setting change may be the same as those of the feature unit 112IW.

The feature unit 62AK presents options for selecting the production mode (for example, the music to be played, the character to be displayed, the background, etc.), and the player's operation (operation to the stick controller 31A or the bush button 31B). Based on the detection, a selection effect that allows the effect mode to be selected from a plurality of types is executed.

FIG. 10-1 shows an example of an effect operation of the selection effect in the feature unit 62AK. FIG. 10-1 (A) shows that the decorative symbols with the numbers “7” are stopped and are in the reach state in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the “left” and “right” of the image display device 5. Is shown. Here, when it is decided to execute the predetermined advance notice effect, the advance notice image 62AK001 "chance !!" is displayed as shown in FIG. 10-1 (B). In this embodiment, the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed in the upper right portion of the image display device 5 while the preview image is being displayed, but the preview image may be superimposed and displayed on the normal decorative symbol.

If it is decided that a big hit will be made, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (C), the decorative symbols with the numbers "7" will also stop in each "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C, and the jackpot combination will occur. Is derived and displayed, and then the jackpot game state is controlled. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (D), in the first round of the jackpot game state, the selection effect of selecting the music to be played in the subsequent rounds is executed. In FIG. 10-1 (D), a selection effect image 62AK002 in which any one of music A, music B, and music C can be selected as a music is displayed. Here, for example, the music can be selected by tilting the stick controller 31A, and the music B surrounded by the thick frame is selected. Then, for example, when the music B is selected at the end of the first round, the music B is played in the second and subsequent rounds, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (E).

Further, the options that can be presented in the selection effect are the first option (for example, music A, music B, music C shown in FIG. 10-1) that can be presented regardless of the set value, and the set value is a specific value (for example). For example, it includes a second option (music Z described later) that can be presented when the player has an advantage of "4" to "6"). As a result, the player can recognize that the set value is high by presenting the second option. Further, when the second option is selected, the music Z corresponding to the second option is played in this embodiment, so that it is possible to appeal to the surroundings that the setting is high.

Then, in the gaming machine related to the feature unit 62AK, the second option is presented when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is set for a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied. The second option can be presented when it is established. As a result, once the first condition is satisfied, the second option is easily presented, and the player can easily recognize that the set value is a specific value. By doing so, even if the player misses the second option when the first condition is satisfied, the chance of seeing the second option again is likely to occur, so that the player can easily guess the set value and play the game. The interest of the is improved. In addition, even if the player changes after the first condition is satisfied, the new player is more likely to have an opportunity to see the second option, so that the player can easily guess the set value and the interest of the game is improved. To do.

In addition to pachinko gaming machines, there are slot machines as gaming machines that can be set to any of a plurality of set values and can be controlled to an advantageous state at different ratios according to the set setting values. In slot machines, there are many factors in which the game progresses by the player's active operations such as setting the number of medals bet by the player, operating the operation lever, and operating the stop button. On the other hand, in pachinko gaming machines, the next variable display is automatically executed as long as there is pending information at the end of the variable display, and if the display result of the variable display becomes a big hit, it is then controlled to the big hit game state. , The element that the game progresses automatically is strong. Therefore, when the effect suggesting the set value is executed in the pachinko gaming machine, the player is more likely to overlook the effect than when the effect suggesting the set value is executed in the slot machine. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the feature unit 62AK presents a second option that suggests a set value when the first condition is satisfied, and the predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied is longer than that of the first condition. The second option can be presented when the second condition, which is easy to be satisfied, is satisfied. As a result, once the first condition is satisfied, the second option is likely to be presented, and even if the player misses the second option when the first condition is satisfied, an opportunity to see the second option again is likely to occur. Therefore, the player can easily guess the set value and can play the game with peace of mind.

FIG. 10-2 shows an example of an effect operation of the selection effect when the second option is presented in the feature unit 62AK. FIG. 10-2 (A) shows that the decorative symbols with the numbers “7” are stopped and in the reach state in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the “left” and “right” of the image display device 5. Is shown. Here, when it is decided to execute the specific notice among the notice effects, the notice image 62AK003 "HIGH chance!" Is displayed as shown in FIG. 10-2 (B). The specific notice is a notice effect that is executed only when the set value is "4" to "6" that is advantageous to the player, and the player is given a high set value by executing the specific notice. Can be recognized.

If it is decided that the jackpot will be a big hit, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (C), the decorative symbols with the numbers "7" will also stop in each "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C, and the jackpot combination will occur. Is derived and displayed, and then the jackpot game state is controlled. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (D), in the first round of the jackpot game state, the selection effect of selecting the music to be played in the subsequent rounds is executed. When the specific notice is executed during the variable display, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (D), in addition to the music A, the music B, and the music C, the music Z as the second option can be selected. The selection effect image 62AK004 is displayed. In this way, when the specific notice is executed during the variable display and the jackpot (for example, the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round) is obtained, the first condition is satisfied and the second option is presented in the selection effect.

Since the high setting value is notified by the presentation of the second option, the player can know that the high setting value is set even if the specific notice for notifying that the high setting value is missed. You will be able to recognize it.

When the selection effect image 62AK004 is displayed, for example, a music can be selected by tilting the stick controller 31A. In FIG. 10-2 (D), the music B surrounded by a thick frame is selected. It is in a state of being. Then, for example, the music selected at the end of the first round will be played in the second and subsequent rounds.

After that, the jackpot game state ends, and it is controlled to the probability change state or the like. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (E), the reach state is reached again, and as shown in FIG. 10-2 (F), the notice image 62AK001 "chance !!" is displayed. (Preliminary effect of) is executed, and as shown in FIG. 10-2 (G), it is assumed that a big hit (for example, a probability variation big hit of the maximum round) is obtained.

In this case, since the specific notice is not executed during the variable display, the first condition is not satisfied, but as shown in FIG. 10-2 (H), in the first round of the jackpot game state, the second condition is satisfied. The selection effect image 62AK004 in which the music Z to be selected can be selected is displayed. In this way, during a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied (for example, until the power is turned off), the second condition (for example, the maximum round probability variation jackpot) that is easier to satisfy than the first condition is satisfied. The second option can be presented at the time.

As a result, once the first condition is satisfied, the second option is easily presented, and the player can easily recognize that the set value is a specific value. By doing so, even if the player misses the second option when the first condition is satisfied, the chance of seeing the second option again is likely to occur, so that the player can easily guess the set value and play the game. The interest of the is improved. In addition, even if the player changes after the first condition is satisfied, the new player is more likely to have an opportunity to see the second option, so that the player can easily guess the set value and the interest of the game is improved. To do.

In this embodiment, once the first condition is satisfied and the music Z, which is the second option, is presented as shown in FIG. 10-2 (D), the second option is selected. Even if this is not the case, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (H), the second option is presented when the selection effect is executed again. By doing so, even if the second option is presented, the player can select a favorite option and can execute an effect that suits the player's taste. As a result, the interest of selective production is improved.

Further, by selecting the second option, the feature unit 62AK executes the effect of the effect mode corresponding to the second option (in this embodiment, the music Z is reproduced), and the setting value is high. Since it is notified, if you want to appeal that it is a high setting value to the surroundings, select the option of the second option, and if you do not want to appeal that it is a high setting value to the surroundings, other than the second option It is possible to perform an effect that suits the player's taste, such as selecting an option.

Subsequently, the control for realizing the effect operation of the feature unit 62AK as described above will be described. FIG. 10-3 is a flowchart showing an example of the advance notice effect setting process in which the determination and the setting for executing the advance notice effect of the feature unit 62AK are performed. The advance notice effect setting process is executed by the effect control CPU 120 before the start of the variable display in the variable display start setting process of step S171 of FIG. 7.

In the advance notice effect setting process shown in FIG. 10-3, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of the advance notice effect and the advance notice pattern (type of advance notice effect) to be executed based on the display result (step 62AKS001). In step 62AKS001, the display result of this time is specified from the effect control command for specifying the display result and the fluctuation pattern transmitted from the main board 11. Then, for example, the presence / absence of the advance notice effect and the advance notice pattern are determined at the ratio shown in FIG. 10-4 according to the display result.

FIG. 10-4 (A) shows the determination ratio of the advance notice effect when the set value is “1” to “3” (that is, the low set value). As shown in FIG. 10-4 (A), when the set value is low, three types of notice X, notice Y, and notice Z can be executed as the notice effect. Then, in the order of no notice <notice X <notice Y <notice Z, the jackpot reliability and the ratio of super reach are increasing. The set value may be specified from the set value command transmitted from the main board 11.

FIG. 10-4 (B) shows the determination ratio of the advance notice effect when the set value is “4” to “6” (that is, the high set value). As shown in FIG. 10-4 (B), when the set value is high, four types of advance notice X, advance notice Y, advance notice Z, and advance notice Z'can be executed. Then, in the order of no notice <notice X <notice Y <notice Z, notice Z', the jackpot reliability and the ratio of super reach are increasing. The notice Z'is a notice effect having the same reliability as the notice Z, but is a specific notice that can be executed only when the setting value is high.

In this way, by providing a specific notice that can be executed only when the set value is high, the set value can be suggested / notified by the notice effect (specific effect of the present invention) that announces / suggests that a big hit will occur. become able to. As a result, the effect of the advance notice effect is enhanced, and the player pays attention to the advance notice effect. Further, since the execution of the specific notice is one of the conditions for presenting the second option in the selection effect, the notice effect and the selection effect are related to each other, and the interest is improved.

In this embodiment, the specific notice is executed when the set value is "4" to "6", but only when the set value is "5" or more or "6". It may be executed. Further, the set value suggested by each notice effect may be different by providing a plurality of advance notice effects suggesting that the value is a high setting value and changing the execution ratio according to the set value.

Further, the notice Z'which is a specific notice is a notice effect having the same reliability as the notice Z, but it may be a premier notice which is confirmed to be a big hit or has an extremely high reliability.

After determining the presence / absence of the advance notice effect and the advance notice pattern in step 62AKS001, it is determined whether or not it is decided to execute the advance notice Z'(step 62AKS002). If it is not decided to execute the notice Z'(step 62AKS002; No), the notice effect setting process ends. If it is decided to execute the notice Z'(step 62AKS002; Yes), a specific notice execution flag indicating that the specific notice is executed is set in this variable display (step 62AKS003), and the notice effect is produced. End the setting process. The specific advance notice execution flag is reset when the variable display is started next time.

When it is determined in the advance notice effect setting process that the advance notice effect is to be executed, in the variable display effect process of step S172 of FIG. 7, the effect control for executing the advance notice effect corresponding to the advance notice pattern is performed.

FIG. 10-5 is a flowchart showing an example of the selection effect setting process in which the determination and setting for executing the selection effect of the feature unit 62AK are performed. The selection effect setting process is executed by the effect control CPU 120 before the start of the jackpot game state in the jackpot middle effect process of step S176 of FIG. 7.

In the selection effect setting process shown in FIG. 10-5, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round (step 62AKS011). In step 62AKS011, it is determined whether or not the number of rounds is the maximum jackpot among the provided jackpot types and the probability variation jackpot. For example, when a 15R probability variation jackpot, a 15R non-probability variation jackpot, and a 2R probability variation jackpot are provided as the jackpot type, it may be determined whether or not the jackpot type is a 15R probability variation jackpot. If it is not the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round (step 62AKS011; No), the selection effect setting process ends.

That is, in this embodiment, one of the conditions for executing the selection effect is the maximum round probability variation jackpot (maximum round probability variation jackpot and probability variation jackpot).

When it is a probability variation jackpot of the maximum round (step 62AKS011; Yes), it is determined whether or not the specific advance notice execution flag is on (step 62AKS012). When the specific advance notice execution flag is not on (step 62AKS012; No), it is determined whether the first condition satisfied flag is on (step 62AKS013). The first condition satisfied flag is set when the first condition for executing the selection effect for presenting the second option is satisfied. Then, the first condition satisfied flag is kept on until the power is turned off.

When the first condition satisfied flag is not turned on (step 62AKS013; No), it is determined to execute the selection effect presenting the first option (music A, music B, music C) (step 62AKS014). After that, the selection effect setting process ends.

As described above, in this embodiment, the selection effect presenting the first option is executed on the condition that at least the maximum round probability variation jackpot is obtained.

When the specific advance notice execution flag is on (step 62AKS012; Yes), the first condition satisfied flag is set (step 62AKS015).

When the first condition satisfied flag is on (step 62AKS013; Yes), or after setting the first condition satisfied flag in step 62AKS015, the second option (music A, music B, music C, music Z) ) Is determined to be executed (step 62AKS016). After that, the selection effect setting process ends.

When it is decided to execute the selection effect, the control for executing the selection effect according to the decision result is performed in the big hit middle effect process of step S176 of FIG. 7.

As described above, in this embodiment, in addition to the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round, the specific notice execution flag is turned on, that is, the specific notice is executed in this variable display. A selection effect that presents the second option is executed. This is the first condition in the feature portion 62AK. After the first condition is satisfied, even if the specific notice is not executed in this variable display, the selection effect of presenting the second option is executed on the condition that the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round is obtained. It has become. This is the second condition in the feature portion 62AK. As a result, once the first condition is satisfied, the second option is presented when the second condition, which is more likely to be satisfied, is satisfied, so that the second option is easily presented and the set value is a specific value. It becomes easier for the player to recognize that.

That is, as shown in FIG. 10-6, the first conditions for the appearance of the music Z (the second option is presented) are condition A (maximum round jackpot), condition B (probability variation jackpot), and Condition C (the specific notice has been executed this time) is satisfied. After the first condition is satisfied, the second condition for the appearance of the music Z is that the condition A (maximum round jackpot) and the condition B (probability variation jackpot) are satisfied.

As described above, the second condition is satisfied by satisfying a smaller number of conditions than the first condition. In this way, once the condition for presenting the second option is satisfied, it is easy to be satisfied again, so that the set value is easily suggested by the selection effect, and the interest is improved.

Further, the second condition includes at least the same condition as the first condition (probability variation jackpot of the maximum round). As a result, the players will pay attention to the common conditions, and the interest will be improved. In addition, when the maximum round of probabilistic jackpot is reached, the player will pay attention to the selection effect. The condition common to the first condition and the second condition is not limited to the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round, and may be any condition.

(Modification example of feature part 62AK)
The feature portion is not limited to this embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible, and further features may be added. Moreover, not all of the configurations described in the above-described embodiment are essential configurations, and some of them may be missing. Moreover, you may combine this feature part and other feature part as appropriate.

The selection effect of the above embodiment was an effect of selecting a song to be played in the subsequent rounds in the first round of the jackpot game state, but the selection effect is an arbitrary effect (for example, background, character, stage, effect mode). Etc.), as long as the production mode can be selected based on the movement of the player. In the above embodiment, the music can be selected by tilting the stick controller 31A, but for example, the movement of the player can be detected by a sensor or the like, and the effect mode can be selected from a plurality of types according to the detection result. May be. Further, the selection effect is not limited to the one executed during the big hit, and may be executed during the execution of the variable display or the demo effect. For example, the selection effect may be an effect that allows the music to be played during the variable display or a predetermined gaming state to be selected during the execution of the variable display or the demo effect.

For example, the music selected during the jackpot may be played from the jackpot gaming state to the subsequent probability change state, and the selection effect may be executed even in the probability change state. In this case, the second option was presented in the selection effect during the big hit, but even if the second option is not selected, the second option can be presented in the selection effect in the probabilistic state and the second option can be selected. It may be. By doing so, the opportunity to present the second option increases, and the opportunity to suggest a high setting value and the opportunity to select the second option can be increased.

In the above embodiment, the selection effect is executed when the maximum round probability variation jackpot is reached. The condition for executing the selection effect (the condition for presenting the first option) is not limited to this, and at least the condition that is satisfied regardless of the set value is sufficient, and it is a big hit, the type of big hit, and the number of consecutive villas. , The condition may be satisfied according to the total number of acquired balls, the total number of rounds, the content of the executed effect (reach effect or advance notice effect), and the like. In addition to the condition, when the set value is high or the specific notice is executed (when the first condition or the second condition is satisfied), the second option is presented in the selection effect.

As shown in FIG. 10-6, in the above embodiment, the first conditions for presenting the second option are condition A (maximum round jackpot), condition B (probability variation jackpot), and condition C (this time). (The specific notice has been executed) is satisfied, and after the first condition is satisfied, the second conditions for the appearance of the music Z are condition A (maximum round jackpot) and condition B (condition B). The probability variation jackpot) was established, but the first condition may be a condition including at least a high set value. Then, the second condition may be a condition that is easier to satisfy than the first condition. For example, as in the above embodiment (for example, FIG. 10-6), the first condition is satisfied when all of the plurality of arbitrary conditions are satisfied, and the second condition is satisfied by all the conditions smaller than the plurality of conditions. It may be established by being established. Further, even if the threshold value of a specific condition is set more easily in the second condition than in the first condition (for example, the first condition is a big hit within 100 rotations, the second condition is a big hit within 200 rotations, etc.). Even if the range of a specific condition is relaxed in the second condition than in the first condition (for example, the first condition is the probability variation jackpot of the maximum round, the second condition is the jackpot with a ball). Good. Further, the first condition is satisfied when any one of a plurality of types of conditions (for example, condition A or B) is satisfied, and the second condition is more than the plurality of types of conditions (for example, condition A, B or). C, etc.) may be satisfied when any of the conditions is satisfied.

Then, as in the above embodiment (for example, FIG. 10-6), the second condition may be at least partially common to the first condition, or may be a completely different condition. By making the second condition different from the first condition, the production becomes diverse and an unexpected production can be executed.

In the above embodiment, one of the first conditions (condition C) is that a specific notice suggesting / notifying that the value is a high setting value has been executed, but other conditions may also be used. Good. For example, as the advance notice effect, one of the first conditions (for example, a condition not included in the second condition) may be that the advance notice effect with a low appearance frequency or the advance notice effect for confirming the big hit is executed. .. Further, in the above embodiment, the setting suggestion effect suggesting the set value is executed in the advance notice effect, but it may be executed at another timing. Then, the execution of the setting suggestion effect suggesting that the setting is high may be set as one of the first conditions (for example, a condition not included in the second condition).

In the above embodiment, as a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied, the second option can be presented when the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied until the power is turned off. Was there. This predetermined period may be another period. For example, the period until the predetermined time elapses after the first condition is satisfied, the period until the predetermined number of jackpots is reached, the period until the predetermined number of variable display is executed, and the period until the predetermined number of times selection effect is executed. And so on.

In the above embodiment, the first option is music A, music B, and music C, the second option is music Z, and the appearance condition of music Z (the first condition or the second condition after the first condition is satisfied) is When it was established, the first option and the second option were presented, but when the appearance condition of the music Z was satisfied, the option including at least the second option (music Z) was presented. Just do it. Further, the first option may be any option that can be presented regardless of the set value, and there may be a plurality of types of patterns of the first option to be presented. For example, the pattern of the first option presented may be different depending on the conditions when the selection effect is executed (for example, the jackpot type and the executed effect content). Further, the determination ratio (presentation ratio) of the pattern of the first option may be different depending on the conditions when the selection effect is executed.

The present invention may be applied to a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine) capable of performing variable display and controlling to an advantageous state. Such a gaming machine may be configured to include a hold storage means for storing information corresponding to the variable display as hold information and a corresponding display means for displaying the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

A part or all of the configuration of the embodiment and the configuration of the modified example according to the feature portion 62AK may be appropriately combined. Further, the invention relating to the feature portion 62AK and the invention relating to another feature portion may be appropriately combined.

(Explanation of means relating to feature portion 62AK)
(1) The gaming machine related to the feature unit 62AK is
It can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, "1" to "6"), and is controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player at a different ratio according to the set set value. A possible gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature portion 62AK).
An effect mode selection means (for example, a selection effect setting) that presents options for selecting an effect mode and executes a selection effect that enables the effect mode to be selected from a plurality of types based on the detection of the player's movement. Equipped with an effect control CPU 120) that executes processing
The options that can be presented by the effect mode selection means are the first option (for example, music A, music B, music C) that can be presented regardless of the set value, and when the set value is a specific value. Includes a second option that can be presented (eg Music Z),
The effect mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied for a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied. Sometimes the second option can be presented (eg, FIG. 10-6).
With such a configuration, it becomes easy to guess the set value, and the interest of the game is improved.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above
The second condition may be satisfied by satisfying fewer types of conditions than the first condition (for example, FIG. 10-6).
According to such a configuration, once the condition for presenting the second option is satisfied, it is easy to be satisfied again, so that the interest is improved.

(3) In the game machine of (1) or (2) above
The second condition may include at least a condition common to the first condition (for example, a probability variation jackpot in the maximum round).
According to such a configuration, the player pays attention to the common conditions, and the interest is improved.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above
After the effect mode is selected in the selected effect, the effect corresponding to the selected effect mode is executed over a specific period.
After presenting the second option, the effect mode selection means presents the second option when the selection effect is executed again even if the second option is not selected (for example, FIG. 10-). 2) You may do so.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a production that suits the taste of the player, and the interest is improved.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4) above
One of the conditions for presenting the second option seems to be that an effect suggesting the set value (for example, a specific notice) is executed in a specific effect (for example, a notice effect) different from the selected effect. It may be.
According to such a configuration, the selection effect and the specific effect are related to each other, and the interest is improved.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Winning ball device 6B ... Variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 10 ... General winning opening 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Voice control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Ordinary symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A, 22B ... Starting port Switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... Hitting ball operation handle 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 32 ... Movable body 100 ... Game control microcomputer 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... Random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for production control
123… Display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of performing a predetermined game,
A setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, and
A suggestion effect execution means capable of executing any one of a plurality of types of suggestion effects for suggesting settings by the setting means over a specific period, and
A storage means capable of storing suggestion-related information regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means,
Based on the fact that the suggestion-related information is stored in the storage means, the display control means capable of displaying the suggestion-related display regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means for a period longer than the specific period.
It is provided with an effect mode selection means for presenting options for selecting the effect mode and executing a selection effect that enables the effect mode to be selected from a plurality of types based on the detection of the player's movement.
The display control means displays a suggestion-related display regarding the suggestion effect executed by the suggestion effect execution means, including information that can identify the suggestion effect.
The options that can be presented by the effect mode selecting means include a first option that can be presented when the set value is any, and a second option that can be presented when the set value is a specific value.
The effect mode selection means presents the second option when the first condition is satisfied, and the second condition, which is easier to satisfy than the first condition, is satisfied for a predetermined period after the first condition is satisfied. A gaming machine characterized in that the second option can sometimes be presented.