JP2021058522A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of improving clarity and performance effects of items suggested by a mode of light emitting means.SOLUTION: A game machine includes: state control means capable of controlling to a special state on the basis of passage of a game medium through a specific area in an advantageous state; and light emitting control means for performing light emitting control of plural light emitting means. The light emitting control means performs light emitting control of predetermined light emitting means in a predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to a predetermined performance in an advantageous state, performs light emitting control of predetermined light emitting means in a first specific light emitting pattern on the basis of passage of a game medium through a specific area, performs light emitting control of specific light emitting means in a second specific light emitting pattern having a higher degree of recognition than the first specific light emitting pattern, and performs light emitting control of specific light emitting means in the second specific light emitting pattern continuously from an advantageous state in which a game medium passes a specific area in a special state and at the same time performs light emitting control of predetermined light emitting means in a predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to a predetermined performance.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9-5

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

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 device 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 device, 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 by the variable display device, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display device, 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 devices 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).

The game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the game machine is in an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a prize, or is in an advantageous state for the player. It is to generate rights 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 special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display device based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If so, a "big hit" will occur. The derivation display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened 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) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning openings are 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 device, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex 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, when the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the variable display device 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 such a gaming machine, for example, Patent Document 1 states that, in an advantageous state (for example, during a jackpot game), the following is based on the passage of the gaming medium to a specific area (for example, winning a pachinko ball into the V zone). The light emission control of the light emitting means is performed in relation to the continuous progress to the round of the above, and the passage of the gaming medium to the specific area (for example, before V prize, at the time of V prize, and after V prize, each with different light emission modes 8 It is described that the continuous LED is made to emit light.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2004-174012

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, light emission control regarding the passage of the game medium to a specific region is performed only in an advantageous state, and the state of the light emitting means in the subsequent period is not taken into consideration. There is room for improvement in the clarity of the matters suggested by the above aspects and the effect of the effect.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of improving the clarity of matters suggested by the mode of the light emitting means and the effect of effect.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is a specific region (for example, V region 052IW104) in the advantageous state. ) Passed by a state control means that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a probabilistic state) and a specific light emitting means (for example, rush LED085IW013) with a plurality of light emitting patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed. And a light emitting control means (for example, the effect control CPU 120) that controls the light emission of a plurality of light emitting means including the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the light emission effect process shown in FIG. 8-19). The specific light emitting means is a light emitting means for emitting light from a specific part (for example, a part where the rush LED085IW013 shown in FIG. 9-1 is installed) in the vicinity of the specific region, and the predetermined light emitting means is specified. It is a light emitting means that emits light from a predetermined part (for example, a part in which the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are installed shown in FIG. 9-1) different from the unit, and the light emitting control means is a predetermined effect (for example, in an advantageous state). , BGM and background effect), control the light emission of the predetermined light emission means with a predetermined light emission pattern (for example, BGM / background effect compatible frame light emission pattern, BGM / background effect support logo light emission pattern), and set a specific area as a game medium. (For example, the occurrence of the V prize shown in FIG. 9-5 (the first execution condition of the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is satisfied)), and the first specific light emission pattern (for example, the first specific light emission pattern) (for example, The light emission control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by the extinguishing frame light emitting pattern (turning off) and the turning off logo light emitting pattern (lighting off), and the second specific light emitting pattern (for example, the first) having a higher recognition degree than the first specific light emitting pattern The light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by the rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) or the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting), and in the special state, the second specific light emission is continuously continued from the advantageous state in which the game medium has passed through the specific area. The light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by the pattern (for example, the second rush light emitting pattern (rainbow lighting)), and the light emitting control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by the predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to the predetermined effect (for example, FIG. 9-6). The part in which the second light emitting effect shown is executed.) Is characterized.
According to such a configuration, in the special state, the light emission control of the specific light emitting means is continuously performed in the second specific light emitting pattern from the advantageous state in which the game medium has passed through the specific area, so that it is clearly defined as the special state. It can be shown and the special condition can be emphasized. Therefore, it is possible to improve the clarity of the matters suggested by the mode of the light emitting means and the effect of the effect.

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 a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. (A) and (B) are diagrams illustrating production control commands. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a figure which illustrates the fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the content of each big hit. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table (for jackpot A), and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table (for jackpot B and jackpot C), (C). Is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern determination table for small hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern determination table for detachment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the received command buffer at the time of a moving prize. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the stop symbol of a decorative symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of process data. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the promotion effect execution determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of promotion effect processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a light emitting effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a light emitting effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a light emitting effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution condition, the end condition and the light emission pattern of LED of a light emission effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of light-emitting effect processing. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a rush LED. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a rush LED. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a frame LED. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a logo LED. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a rush LED. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a rush LED. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the frame LED control data area. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine of the 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the special variable winning ball apparatus of 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process of opening a big hit of 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the jackpot end processing of 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the light emitting effect of 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution condition, the end condition and the light emission pattern of LED of the light emission effect of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a rush LED of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a frame LED of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the data structure of the gradation control data for a logo LED of 2nd Embodiment.

(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 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 classified 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.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of 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. 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). Fluctuations 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). 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 variablely displayed. 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 decorative symbols executed in synchronization are also 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 also 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 on (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 as long as it changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to the one provided with 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 a prize ball. 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 a 7-segment LED or the like, and performs variable display of the ordinary symbol as a plurality of types of ordinary identification information different from the special symbol. The ordinary symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern 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 figure game.

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

A normal symbol display 25C is provided above the normal symbol display 20. The normal figure hold display 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.

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

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 ball striking operation handle 30 included in the pachinko game machine 1 by the player. 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 a normal symbol other than the normal symbol (a symbol that is out of the normal symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol is "out of the normal symbol". 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 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 game states 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-cutting (time-cutting time reduction, number-cutting 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 (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, it is also called a low-accuracy high-base state in the time-saving state, a high-accuracy high-base state in the probability variation state, and a low-accuracy low-base state in the normal state. The high-accuracy state and 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 above 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, turning off the light, operating 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 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 displayed. ) 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 symbol. 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 change symbol becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability change jackpot" 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 the big hit game state in the same mode as the 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 "off", 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 off") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach off"). In addition, when the display result is "off", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination that is not a big hit combination ("reach loss"). The fixed decorative symbol (also referred to as "") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "out of reach").

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, one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol and then restarting the variable display. 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 in the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a highly accurate 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)
For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with 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 counts updatable numerical data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The game random number may be one that is updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (one that is 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). (A 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 (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 (including 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 CGROM (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, thereby causing the image display device 5 to display the effect image. 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 (including various flags, various timer states, etc.) for advancing the game, 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, 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.

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, the effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and the 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 indicating the number of times of winning (information indicating the number of times of winning, etc.) and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of probability change state, etc.) 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, refer to the details. 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 hit". 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 executing the normal symbol process process, 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 the start winning prize 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 designating the determination result such as the occurrence 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 to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when the display result is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a definite special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or an outlier 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. 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 memorized, 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 set 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. It specifies the content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.), and 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 "off", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "missing", 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 start the execution of the round in the big hit game state and open the big winning opening 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 upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and the upper limit number of executions for the round 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 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. End the 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 maximum number of executions, and a jackpot game state when the maximum number of executions 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 operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. When the effect control board 12 receives the power supply voltage from the power source 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). Further, 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 reception 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 pre-reading notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the pre-reading 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 the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

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 or the like 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 to be 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 voice and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and commanding the lamp control board 14 (illumination signal). 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 or the like 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 a 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 game can be executed not only by attaching a detachable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing the programs 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 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 085IW)
Embodiment 1.
Next, the gaming machine of the first embodiment in the feature unit 085IW will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-1 to 8-27.

First, FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the first embodiment in the feature portion 085IW, and shows the arrangement layout of the main members. FIG. 8-2 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine.

As shown in FIG. 8-1, the pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting the game board surface and a gaming machine frame (underframe) for supporting and fixing the game board 2. ) It is composed of 3. 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.

Of the game areas, the left game area 153SG002L is a game area in which the (left-handed) game ball launched relatively weakly by the operation of the hitting ball operation handle 30 flows down, and the right game area 153SG002R is the operation of the hitting ball operation handle 30. This is a game area in which a game ball launched (right-handed) stronger than a game ball flowing down the left game area 153SG002L passes through the upper path 153SG002C of the image display device 5 and flows down. It should be noted that LEDs may be appropriately mounted on the upper path 153SG002C, the left game area 153SG002L, and the right game area 153SG002R so that light can be emitted by a light emission pattern corresponding to BGM, background effect, notice effect, and error.

Further, a general winning opening 10 is arranged in the left game area 153SG002L, and in the right game area 153SG002R, a passing gate 41, a variable winning ball device 6B, and a general winning ball device 6B are arranged from the upstream side to the downstream side of the right game area 153SG002R. A winning opening 10 and a special variable winning ball device 7 are arranged. That is, the game ball flowing down the left game area 153SG002L can win a prize in the first starting winning opening formed by the general winning opening 10 and the winning ball device 6A, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 153SG002R is variable. It is possible to win a prize in the second starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6B, the general winning opening 10 and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7, and it is possible to pass through the passing gate 41.

As shown in FIG. 8-1, a plurality of obstacle nails 153SGK1 are arranged between the winning ball device 6A, the variable winning ball device 6B, and the special variable winning ball device 7. Therefore, the game ball flowing down the left game area 153SG002L cannot win the second start winning opening or the large winning opening, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 153SG002R cannot win the first starting winning opening. It has become.

Further, a first reserved storage display area 153SG005D and a second reserved storage display area 153SG005U are set at two positions on the left and right below the display area of the image display device 5. In the first reserved storage display area 153SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 153SG005U, a reserved storage display for identifiablely displaying the reserved storage number (special figure reserved storage number) of the variable display corresponding to the special figure game is performed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, a decorative body having the logo of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as a motif is provided above the image display device 5, and the decorative body is decorated. The logo LED085IW012 is provided as the LED for use. The logo LED085IW012 is controlled to emit light by BGM, a background effect for displaying a predetermined background image on the image display device 5, an effect such as a notice effect executed during fluctuation, and a light emission pattern corresponding to an error. The decorative body with the logo as a motif may be configured to be operable. In this case, for example, the decorative body can move to the front of the center of the display area of the image display device 5, and the moving body effect suggesting the expectation of a big hit (for example, it is easy to be executed at the time of a big hit). ) May be used. Further, the advance operation may be performed when the decorative symbols are aligned by the reach effect or when the probability change promotion notification is executed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, a rush LED85IW013 is provided in the vicinity of the special variable winning ball device 7. The rush LED85IW013 has a seal shape and is provided so that a game ball can pass through. Further, the rush LED85IW013 is light-emitting controlled by a probabilistic promotion notification by a promotion effect described later and a light-emitting pattern corresponding to a controlled gaming state. The vicinity of the special variable winning ball device 7 provided with the rush LED85IW013 is not limited to the position closest to the special variable winning ball device 7 as shown in FIG. 8-1 than other constituent members, for example. , Any position of the right game area 153SG002R same as the special variable winning ball device 7, the position between the special variable winning ball device 7 and the image display device 5, the special variable winning ball device 7 and the second starting winning opening It is a concept that includes a position that can be visually recognized at the same time as the special variable winning ball device 7, such as a position between the out port and the special variable winning ball device 7 (that is, a position that can be naturally seen when looking at the special variable winning ball device 7).

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the frame (underframe) 3 for the game machine has a frame LED085IW001, a frame LED085IW002, a frame LED085IW003, a frame LED085IW004, a frame LED085IW005, and a frame LED085IW006 as decorative LEDs. , Frame LED085IW007, frame LED085IW008, frame LED085IW009, frame LED085IW010 and frame LED085IW011 (hereinafter, these are collectively referred to as frame LED085IW001-011 or simply frame LED). The frame LEDs 085IW001-011 are controlled to emit light by the BGM, the background effect, the effect such as the advance notice effect executed during the fluctuation, and the light emission pattern corresponding to the error.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a predetermined position (for example, a lower left position of the gaming area) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 085IW of the present embodiment. 1 First special symbol display device 153SG004A capable of variable display of 1 special symbol, 2nd special symbol display device 153SG004B capable of variable display of 2nd special symbol, 1st hold display capable of displaying 1st reserved storage number Instrument 153SG025A, 2nd hold indicator 153SG025B capable of displaying the 2nd hold storage number, normal symbol display 153SG020 capable of executing variable display of the normal symbol, normal symbol hold indicator 153SG025C capable of displaying the normal symbol hold storage number, In the game state where the round display 153SG131 that can display the number of rounds (big hit type) of the big hit game during the big hit game, and the game ball such as the high base state (time saving state) or the big hit game state is launched toward the right game area 153SG002R. A game information display unit 153SG200 is provided in which a right-handed lamp 153SG 132 that lights up, a probability variation lamp 153SG 133 that lights up in the probability variation state, and a time reduction lamp 153SG134 that lights up in the high base state (time reduction state) are collectively arranged.

The first special symbol display device 153SG004A and the second special symbol display device 153SG004B are each composed of 8-segment LEDs. Further, in the first special symbol display device 153SG004A and the second special symbol display device 153SG004B, if the variable display result of the special symbol is off or a small hit, the variable display result can be derived and displayed by a common combination. ing.

In the case where the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the first special symbol, the first special symbol display device 153SG004A has a variable display result with two types of big hit symbols (combination of lit LEDs) for each big hit type. Derived display is possible. Further, in the case where the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the second special symbol, the second special symbol display device 153SG004B is variablely displayed by two kinds of big hit symbols (combination of lit LEDs) for each big hit type. The result and derivation can be displayed.

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, the jackpot symbols that can be derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 153SG004A and the second special symbol display device 153SG004B are all different, but the first special symbol display device 153SG004A At least a part of the jackpot symbol that can be derived and displayed in the above and the jackpot symbol that can be derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 153SG004B may overlap.

In the first hold indicator 153SG025A and the second hold indicator 153SG025B, LEDs of four segments are arranged in parallel in the left-right direction. In these first hold display 153SG025A and second hold display 153SG025B, if the number of hold storage is one, only the LED at the left end is lit, and each time the number of hold storage increases, it is the second from the left. The third LED from the left and the fourth LED from the left light up in sequence. Then, each time the variable display is executed, the LED on the hold display corresponding to the variable display is set in a predetermined shift direction (feature of the present embodiment) according to the decrease (consumption) of the hold memory. In part 085IW, the lights are turned off toward the left).

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, when both the first special figure holding memory and the second special figure holding storage exist, the variable display based on the second special figure holding storage is preferentially executed. It has become like. Therefore, for example, when one first special figure hold memory exists and two second special figure hold memories exist (only the LED at the left end of the first hold indicator 153SG025A is lit and the second hold is held. (When the two LEDs on the left of the display 153SG25B are lit), the first special figure hold is held after the second special figure hold memory becomes 0 by executing the variable display based on the second special figure hold memory. Variable display based on memory is executed.

Further, the round display 153SG131 is composed of five segments (LEDs). As the jackpot types in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, a total of three jackpot types are provided: a jackpot A which is a 5-round jackpot, a jackpot B which is a 10-round jackpot, and a jackpot C which is a 15-round jackpot. Therefore, which segment of the segments constituting the round display 153SG131 is lit differs depending on the jackpot type.

The control signal transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control commands include, for example, a display control command used to control the image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used to control the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. It includes LED control commands used to control lighting operations of the frame LED 085IW001-011, logo LED085IW012, rush LED085IW013, and other decorative LEDs.

FIG. 8-3 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the feature unit 085IW in the present embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-3 (A) is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-3 (A), the command 8001H is a first variable display start command for designating the start of variable display in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 153SG004A. .. The command 8002H is a second variable display start command for designating the start of the variable display in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 153SG004B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a fluctuation pattern specification command that specifies a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the variation pattern specification command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be specified.

The command 8CXXXH is a variable display result notification command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), the determination result (predetermined result) of whether the variable display result is "missing", "big hit", or "small hit". ) Or, different EXT data are set according to the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of a plurality of types the jackpot type is set when the variable display result is "big hit".

In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), the command 8C00H is the first variable display result designation command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “missing”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit A" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit B" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit C" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C04H is a fifth variable display result designation command for notifying a preliminary determination result that the variable display result is a "small hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the game state designation command, different EXT data are set according to, for example, the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low base state, normal state) in which the time reduction control is not performed, and the command 9501H is the game state (high base state) in which the time reduction control is performed. , Time saving state) is used as the second game state specification command.

The command 96XXH is an error (abnormal) designation command that specifies the occurrence of an error (abnormality) and the type of the error (abnormality) that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the error (abnormality) designation command, for example, by setting the EXT data corresponding to each error (abnormality), it is specified which error (abnormality) has been determined on the effect control board 12 side. The occurrence of the specified error (abnormality) can be notified by the error notification process described later.

The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a "fanfare command") for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. The command A1XXH is a notification command during the opening of the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening is in the open state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state.

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variable display result notification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result notification command. .. In the notification command while the big winning opening is open and the notification command after opening the big winning opening, different EXT data is set according to the number of rounds executed (for example, "1" to "15") in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Will be done.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 153SG004A is satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 153SG004B is satisfied.

The command C1XXH is a first hold storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The command C2XXH is a second hold storage number notification command for notifying the second special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The first hold storage number notification command is, for example, when the first start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The second hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the second start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command are used in the special figure game when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (when the hold storage number decreases). It may be transmitted in response to the start of execution.

Instead of the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command, the total hold storage number notification command for notifying the total hold storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

The command C4XXH and the command C6XXH are effect control commands (commands for designating a winning determination result) indicating the contents of the winning determination result. Of these, the command C4XXH is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not the variable display result is a "big hit" and the judgment result of the big hit type (probability change, non-probability change, etc.) as the judgment result at the time of winning. Further, the command C6XXH is a variation category indicating a determination result of whether the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is the variation pattern of "non-reach", "super reach", or "other" as the determination result at the time of winning. It is a command.

The command D0XXH is a setting value designation command for designating the newly set setting value from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120). The command E101H is a hot start notification command for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started without clearing the contents of the RAM 102 (recovery of power failure, also referred to as hot start). The command E102H is a cold start notification command for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has cleared the contents of the RAM 102 and started (cold start).

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing game control programs, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. The RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides the area, the CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes the game control program to perform the control operation, and the numerical data indicating the random value are updated independently of the CPU 103. It is configured to include a random number circuit 104 to perform, an I / O (Input / Output port) 105, and a real-time clock (RTC) 106 capable of outputting time information.

As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by executing the program read from the ROM 101 by the CPU 103. At this time, a fixed data read operation in which the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, a variable data writing operation in which the CPU 103 writes various variable data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores them, and various variable data temporarily stored in the RAM 102 by the CPU 103. The variable data read operation, the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation that outputs various signals is also performed.

FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the main board 11. As shown in FIG. 8-4, in the feature unit 085IW of this embodiment, 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, and the fluctuation pattern. Numerical data indicating each of the random value MR3 for determination, the random value MR4 for determining the display result of the general map, and the random value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 are controlled so as to be countable. In addition, a random number value 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.

In the present embodiment, each random value MR1 to MR5 is used as a value in the range shown in FIG. 8-4, but the present invention is not limited to this, and each random value is not limited to this. The range of MR1 to MR5 may be different depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

FIG. 8-5 shows the fluctuation pattern in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is "off", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" and "reach", respectively, and is variable. A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance in response to a case where the display result is a "big hit". In addition, one variation pattern is prepared in advance in response to a case where the variable display result is a "small hit". The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach out-of-reach variation pattern"). The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "out of reach" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "reach" is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "out of reach variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the missed fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “off”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "small hit" is called a small hit fluctuation pattern.

The jackpot fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a normal reach reach effect is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which a super reach reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β is executed. In the present embodiment, only one type of normal reach variation pattern is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and like the super reach, the normal reach α, the normal reach β, ... A plurality of normal reach fluctuation patterns may be provided. Further, as for the super reach fluctuation pattern, three or more super reach fluctuation patterns such as super reach γ may be provided in addition to the super reach α and the super reach β.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the special figure fluctuation time of the normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment is the super reach fluctuation pattern of super reach α and super reach β. Is set shorter than. Further, regarding the special figure fluctuation time of the super reach fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β in the present embodiment is executed, the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of super reach β is executed is In this case, the special figure fluctuation time is set longer than the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of the super reach α is executed.

In the present embodiment, as described above, the variable display result is set to be "big hit" in the order of super reach β, super reach α, and normal reach. Therefore, since the big hit expectation is set to be high, the normal reach fluctuation pattern and the normal reach fluctuation pattern and In the super reach fluctuation pattern, the longer the fluctuation time, the higher the expectation of a big hit.

In the feature section 085IW of the present embodiment, as will be described later, these fluctuation patterns are classified into, for example, non-reach type, normal reach type, super reach type, and the like. Rather than determining the variation patterns to be executed from the variation patterns belonging to the variation patterns belonging to the determined type after determining them first, only the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is determined without determining these types. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, in addition to the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern type is provided to determine these fluctuations. The type of the variation pattern may be determined first from the random value for determining the pattern type, and then the variation pattern to be executed may be determined from the variation patterns belonging to the variation pattern belonging to the determined type.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5, the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the fluctuation content (effect content) is predetermined for each fluctuation pattern, but the present invention illustrates this. The variation content (effect content) may be different depending on the set value, even if the variation pattern is the same. For example, in the case of the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 that is out of normal reach, if the set value is 1, the fluctuation pattern is out of normal reach, and if the set value is 2, a pseudo-continuous effect is performed. As a fluctuation pattern that is executed twice and becomes non-reach out of reach, when the set value is 3, the pseudo-continuous effect may be executed three times to make a fluctuation pattern that is out of super reach.

In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the program read from the ROM 101, and by using the RAM 102 as the 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.

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 shown in FIGS. 8-6 to 8-10, which are prepared by the CPU 103 for performing 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 variable 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 first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), the second special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), and FIG. In addition to the jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in -7 (A) and the jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table and the small hit A fluctuation pattern determination table, an outlier variation pattern determination table, a general map display result determination table (not shown), a general map variation pattern determination table (not shown), and the like are included.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment is configured such that the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) changes according to the set value. Specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing described later, 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 consists of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest payout rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the payout rate. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is. In other words, as for the set value, 6 which is the largest value is the most disadvantageous value for the amusement park side, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is the more advantageous value for the amusement park side. Become.

8-6 (A) and 8-6 (B) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table. 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 MR1 is set for each set value. In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, as the display result determination table, individual display result determination tables are used for the first special figure and the second special figure, but the present invention is not limited thereto. , The display result determination table common to the first special figure and the second special figure may be used.

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hits", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1253 are assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020-1383 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1253 are assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020-1383 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020-1272 is assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". In addition, when the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1429 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020-1272 is assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". In addition, when the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1429 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1292 are assigned to "big hits", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1487 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1292 are assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1487 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020-1317 are assigned to "big hits", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1556 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020-1317 are assigned to "big hits", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1556 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), when the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", and 32767 to 33094 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1674 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), when the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the range is 0 to 65535 when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hit", and 32767 to 33421 are "small". It is assigned to "hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probabilistic state, of the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1674 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "outside".

As described above, in each display result judgment table, when the game state is the probability change state (high probability state), more judgment values are set than when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). It is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit". As a result, in the probability change state (high probability state) in which the probability change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is set as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit game state in the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Probability to be determined (in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, 1/300 when the set value is 1, 1/280 when the set value is 2, 1/260 when the set value is 3, and set. Compared to 1/240 when the value is 4, 1/220 when the set value is 5, and 1/200 when the set value is 6, the special figure display result is set as "big hit" and controlled to the big hit gaming state. Then, the probability of being determined becomes high (in the feature portion 085IW of the present embodiment, 1/200 when the set value is 1, 1/180 when the set value is 2, and 1 / when the set value is 3). 160, 1/140 when the set value is 4, 1/120 when the set value is 5, 1/100 when the set value is 6). That is, in each display result determination table, the probability that when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state (high probability state), it is determined to be controlled to the jackpot gaming state as compared with the case of the normal state or the time saving state. Is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state so that the determination value becomes high.

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-6, the multiplying factor of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state is different (for example, setting). If the value is 1, the ratio of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.5 times, and if the setting value is 2, the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is The magnification is about 1.56 times, and if the set value is 3, the magnification of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.625 times). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the multiplication factor of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state at each set value is set to be constant (for example, 5 times). May be good.

Further, in each of the first special figure display result determination tables, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the same regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned as follows. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), in the first special figure display result determination table, the special figure display result is set as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. The probability of being determined to control the gaming state is set to 1/200.

On the other hand, in each display result determination table for the second special figure, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the first special regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned so that the values are the same as those in the display result judgment table for figures. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure, the special figure display result is set as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. The probability of being determined to control the gaming state is set to 1/100.

It should be noted that the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probability of being determined to control the small hit game state with the special figure display result as "small hit" is the same regardless of the set value. The present invention is not limited to this, and the probability of being determined to control the small hit game state with the special figure display result as a "small hit" may be different depending on the set value. Further, the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" and the small hit gaming state is different according to the variable special map. The invention is not limited to this, and the probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state with the special figure display result as a "small hit" may be the same probability regardless of the variable special map.

Here, focusing on the numerical range of the hit judgment values assigned to the "big hit" and "small hit" in each display result judgment table, the display result for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. In the determination table, the range from 102 to 1237 of the hit determination values is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot determination values for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the set value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the set value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the set value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). I will go.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is to determine the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, the hit judgment values from 102 to 1346 are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33094 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the probability change state, the range from 102 to 1346 of the hit determination values is the jackpot determination value for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is the range of 1347 to 1383 for the set value 2, the range of 1347 to 1429 for the set value 3, the range of 1347 to 1487 for the set value 4, and the range of 1347 to 1556 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to the "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical range of the big hit judgment values is set. Numerical values within the range including the non-common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). I will go.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit determination value is the same as the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33094 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6, and 32767 is set as the reference value of the small hit judgment value (small hit reference value) of 32767 to 33094. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

In the display result judgment table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit judgment values is the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the set value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the set value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the set value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). I will go.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is to determine the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, the hit judgment values from 102 to 1346 are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33421 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the probability change state, the range from 102 to 1346 of the hit determination values is the jackpot determination value for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is the range of 1347 to 1383 for the set value 2, the range of 1347 to 1429 for the set value 3, the range of 1347 to 1487 for the set value 4, and the range of 1347 to 1556 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for FIG. 2 when the gaming state is the probabilistic state, when the set value is 1, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535. Of the judgment values, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to the "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the big hit judgment values are not included in the common numerical range. Numerical values within the range including the common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). I will go.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit determination value is the same as the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33421 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33421 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As described above, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, in each display result determination table, regardless of the game state and the set value, the common numerical range or the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range are set based on the hit determination value 1020. The judgment value included in the continuous numerical range of 1 consisting of is set as the numerical range of the jackpot judgment value, and the continuous numerical range of 1 is based on the hit judgment value 32767 regardless of the game state and the set value (common). The variable display result is judged by using the judgment value included in the numerical range) as the numerical range of the small hit judgment value.

Further, in each of these display result judgment tables, when the fluctuation special figures are the same, the numerical range of the small hit judgment value is the same regardless of the game state (the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value is the same. Same). Further, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value differs depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure (small in the display result judgment table for the first special figure). While the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the hit judgment value is 328, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the display result judgment table for the second special figure is about 655. On the other hand, the numerical range of the small hit determination value itself is set with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value).

Further, as described above, in each gaming state, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, there is a probability that it is determined that the special figure display result is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as the "big hit". Judgment values are assigned so that the lower the value of the set value and the larger the value of the set value, the higher the probability that the special figure display result will be determined as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit gaming state (big hit probability: set value 6> set value) 5> Set value 4> Set value 3> Set value 2> Set value 1).

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and when the value of MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the jackpot, the CPU 103 hits the jackpot (big hit) with respect to the special symbol. It is decided to be A to jackpot C). Further, when MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hit, it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. That is, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIG. 8-6 indicates the probability of a big hit (ratio) and the probability of a small hit (ratio). Further, determining whether or not to make a big hit means determining whether or not to control the big hit game state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display device 153SG004A or the second special symbol display device 153SG004B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state, but the stop at the first special symbol display device 153SG004A or the second special symbol display device 153SG004B. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, a total of 6 set values of 1 to 6 are provided as set values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this. , The set value that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be 5 or less or 7 or more.

8-7 (A) and 8-7 (B) are explanatory views showing a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) and a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) stored in the ROM 101. Is. Of these, FIG. 8-7 (A) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). It is a table when you do. Further, FIG. 8-7 (B) determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the second start winning opening (that is, when the second special symbol is variably displayed). It is a table of cases.

In the jackpot type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type is selected from jackpot A to jackpot C based on the random number (MR2) for determining the jackpot type. The table referenced to determine.

Here, the jackpot type in the feature portion 085IW of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 8-8. In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, the jackpot types include jackpot A (also referred to as non-probability variable jackpot) in which only the time saving control is executed after the end of the jackpot game state and the game shifts to the low probability high base state. After the end, the high-accuracy control and the time-saving control are executed, and the jackpot B and the jackpot C (also referred to as the probability variation jackpot) that shift to the high-accuracy high-base state are set.

The jackpot game state by "big hit A" is a normally open jackpot that is repeatedly executed four times (so-called four rounds) in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is changed to the first state that is advantageous to the player. The jackpot game state by "B" is a normal open jackpot in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed four times (so-called four rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player. Further, the big hit game state by the "big hit C" is a normal open big hit in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed 10 times (so-called 10 rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player.

The time saving control executed after the end of the big hit game state by the "big hit A" is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment), or the special figure game of the predetermined number of times is executed. Figure Ends when the game is in a jackpot game state before the game is executed.

On the other hand, the high-accuracy control and the time saving control executed after the end of the jackpot gaming state of the jackpot B or the jackpot C are continuously executed until the jackpot occurs again after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Therefore, when the big hit that occurs again is the big hit B or the big hit C, the high accuracy control and the time saving control are executed again after the end of the big hit game state, so that the big hit game state is continuous without going through the normal state. It becomes a so-called consecutive villa state that occurs in.

In the feature portion 085IW of the present embodiment, a mode in which three types of jackpot A to jackpot C are provided as jackpot types is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is 2. There may be less than one type, or four or more types.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), in the jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol), 0 to 99 out of the range 0 to 299 of the determination value of MR2 is assigned to the jackpot A. 100 to 249 are assigned to jackpot B, and 250 to 299 are assigned to jackpot C. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), in the jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol), 0 to 99 out of the range 0 to 299 of the determination value of MR2 is assigned to jackpot A. 100 to 199 are assigned to jackpot B, and 200 to 299 are assigned to jackpot C. That is, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, the determination ratio of the jackpot type differs depending on whether the winning opening in which the game ball has won is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. , The jackpot type is determined at a common ratio regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, the jackpot type is determined by using MR2 which is a random value for determining the jackpot type, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is not limited to this. It may be determined using MR1 which is a random value for determining the special figure display result.

Further, the ROM 101 also stores a variation pattern determination table for determining the variation pattern based on the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the variation pattern can be selected from the plurality of types described above according to the predetermined determination result. Determine to one of the fluctuation patterns of.

Specifically, as the fluctuation pattern judgment table, the fluctuation pattern judgment table for big hits used when it is predetermined to set the variable display result to "big hit" and the variable display result to be "small hit". A fluctuation pattern judgment table for big hits used when it is pre-determined, and a fluctuation pattern judgment table for misses used when it is pre-determined to make the variable display result "off" are prepared in advance. ing.

In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table, the fluctuation patterns of the normal reach jackpot (PB1-1), the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), and the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β jackpot (PB1-3) are used. On the other hand, a predetermined random number value is assigned as the determination value in the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take.

As shown in FIGS. 8-9 (A) and 8-9 (B), the jackpot variation pattern determination table is a jackpot variation pattern determination table (big hit A) used when the jackpot type is jackpot A. (For big hit) and the big hit fluctuation pattern judgment table (for big hit B and big hit C) used when the big hit type is for big hit B and big hit C are prepared in advance, and these big hit fluctuation pattern judgment tables (for big hit C) are prepared in advance. The fluctuation pattern judgment table for (for A) and jackpot (for jackpot B and jackpot C) shows the fluctuation pattern of normal reach jackpot (PB1-1), the fluctuation pattern of super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), and the fluctuation pattern of super reach β jackpot. For each fluctuation pattern of the fluctuation pattern (PB1-3), a predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as a determination value.

As shown in FIG. 8-9 (A), in the jackpot variation pattern determination table (for jackpot A), 1 to 400 of the MR3 determination value ranges 1 to 997 are normal reach jackpot variation patterns (PB1). -1) is assigned, and 401 to 850 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), and 851 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β jackpot (PB1-3). Assigned.

As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B), in the jackpot variation pattern determination table (for jackpot B and jackpot C), the variation of the normal reach jackpot is from 1 to 200 in the range of MR3 determination values 1 to 997. It is assigned to the pattern (PB1-1), and 201 to 550 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), and 551 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β jackpot (PB1-). It is assigned to 3).

Further, in the small hit variation pattern determination table, a predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can take is the determination value for the variation pattern of the small hit variation pattern (PC1-1). Is assigned as. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (C), in the variation pattern determination table for small hits, the variation pattern of small hits from 0 to 997 out of the range 0 to 997 of the determination value of MR3 ( It is assigned to PC1-1). Although only PC1-1 is provided as the variation pattern of the small hit in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation pattern of the small hit is 2 or more. Fluctuation pattern of may be provided.

Further, the deviation pattern determination table includes the deviation pattern determination table A used when the number of reserved storages is 1 or less in the low base state in which the game state is not subjected to the time reduction control, and the low base. The deviation pattern determination table B used when the total number of reserved storages is 2 to 4 in the state, and the deviation variation used when the total number of reserved storages is 5 to 8 in the low base state. A pattern determination table C and a variation pattern determination table D for deviation used when the game state is a high base state in which time reduction control is performed are prepared in advance.

In the deviation pattern determination table A, the non-reach deviation variation pattern without shortening (PA1-1), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), the super reach α deviation variation pattern (PA2-2), and the super A predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value to the variation pattern (PA2-3) out of reach β.

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (A), in the deviation pattern determination table A (for a low-base medium total hold storage number of 1 or less), 1 to 450 of the range 1 to 997 of the determination value of MR3. Are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-1), 451 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 900 are out of super reach α. It is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), and 901 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table B, the shortened non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-2), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super A predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can be assigned to the variation pattern (PA2-2) out of reach α and the variation pattern (PA2-3) out of reach β is assigned as the determination value. Has been done.

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (B), in the deviation pattern determination table B (for 2 to 4 low-base medium total pending storage numbers), 1 to 1 of the MR3 determination value ranges 1 to 997. Up to 500 are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-2), 501 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 900 are out of super reach α. Is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), and 901 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table C, the shortened non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-3), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super A predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can be assigned to the variation pattern (PA2-2) out of reach α and the variation pattern (PA2-3) out of reach β is assigned as the determination value. Has been done.

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (C), in the deviation pattern determination table C (for low-base medium total pending storage number of 5 or more), 1 to 550 out of the range of MR3 determination values 1 to 997. Are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-3), 551 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 900 are assigned to the super reach α out-of-reach. It is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), and 901 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table D, the shortening non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-4), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super reach α deviation variation pattern corresponding to the time reduction control are performed. (PA2-2), a predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β.

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (D), in the deviation pattern determination table D (for high base and medium), 1 to 550 of the judgment value ranges 1 to 997 of MR3 are non-reach deviation variations. It is assigned to the pattern (PA1-4), and 551 to 700 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of normal reach loss (PA2-1), and 701 to 900 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of super reach α loss (PA2-2). 901 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β.

As described above, when the deviation pattern determination tables A to D are used, the ratio for determining the non-reach variation pattern and the normal reach variation pattern is set higher than the ratio for determining the super reach variation pattern. When the deviation pattern determination tables A to D are used, 701 to 900 of the determination values are the fluctuation patterns of the super reach α deviation, and 901 to 997 are the deviation patterns of the super reach β, regardless of the fluctuation pattern determination table. If each of the fluctuation patterns is assigned, that is, if the variable display result is out of alignment, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is determined at a common determination ratio, so that the variable display based on the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is not executed. It is possible to prevent the effect from being reduced.

In the feature portion 085IW of the present embodiment, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α deviation and the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the deviation of the super reach β are completely the same between the set values as the variation pattern for the deviation. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α outlier and the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the outlier of super reach β are between each set value. May differ by a small margin (for example, about 1%).

In the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, when the variable display result is out of alignment, the embodiment in which the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is the same is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. If the variable display result is out of alignment, the determination ratios of all the fluctuation patterns of non-reach, normal reach, and super reach may be the same, and the fluctuation of either non-reach and normal reach may be the same. Only the pattern determination rate may be the same.

The non-reach non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2) has a shorter variation time than the non-reach non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1) without shortening, and the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2) is shorter than the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2). The deviation pattern (PA1-3) has a shorter fluctuation time (see FIG. 8-5). Therefore, when the number of reserved memories increases, the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time is determined, so that the reserved memories are easily digested, and the number of reserved memories reaches the upper limit of 4. By winning a start prize while the player is in the game, it becomes difficult for a useless start prize that is not stored on hold to occur, and when the number of stored memories decreases, the fluctuation time is long and the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation is not shortened. By determining the pattern (PA1-1), the variable display time becomes longer, so that it is possible to prevent the game from being less interesting due to the variable display not being executed.

Further, in the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-10 (A) to 8-10 (C), variations are made using a variation pattern determination table for deviation, which differs depending on the total number of reserved storages. Although the form of determining the pattern is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of reserved memories in the special symbol to be changed (for example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the first is the first. The variation pattern may be determined using a variation pattern determination table for deviation, which differs depending on the number of reserved memory of the special symbol and the number of reserved memory of the second special symbol when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

Further, the feature unit 085IW of the present embodiment illustrates a mode in which there is a one-to-one correspondence between whether or not to execute the reach effect and which reach effect is to be executed for each determined fluctuation pattern. The present invention is not limited to this, and whether or not the effect control CPU 120 executes the reach effect based on the special figure variation time of the variation pattern, the variable display result, etc., and which reach effect is executed. You may decide whether to do it by lottery.

The RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 8-1 may be a backup RAM in which a part or all of the RAM 102 is backed up by a backup power source created on a predetermined power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied with power). To. In particular, at least the data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as the special figure process flag) and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be stored in the backup RAM. The data according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for recovering the control state before the occurrence of the power failure or the like based on the data when the data is restored after the power failure or the like occurs. Further, the data corresponding to the control state and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as the data indicating the progress state of the game.

Next, the variable display start processing will be described. FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing a variable display start process (step 085IWS001171) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern designation command from the variable pattern designation command storage area (step 085IWS001). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the decorative symbol according to the variation pattern designation command read in step 085IWS001 and the data stored in the variable display result designation command storage area (that is, the received variable display result designation command). The result (stop symbol) is determined (step 085IWS002). That is, by executing the process of step 085IWS002 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. When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern specification command, the effect control CPU 120, in step 085IWS002, has a chance eye symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. In addition, 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 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 085IWS002, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern designation command, and determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based only on the variation pattern designation command. May be good.

FIG. 8-12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the image display device 5. In the example shown in FIG. 8-12, when the received variable display result specification command indicates "normal jackpot" (the received variable display result specification command is the second variable display result specification command that specifies jackpot A). (In some cases), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols (hereinafter, also referred to as normal jackpot symbols) in which the three symbols are the same even-numbered symbols as the stop symbols. If the received variable display result specification command indicates "probability variable jackpot" (if the received variable display result specification command is the third variable display result specification command that specifies jackpot B, or jackpot C is selected. In the case of the designated fourth variable display result designation command), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols (hereinafter, also referred to as probabilistic jackpot symbols) in which three symbols are the same odd-numbered symbols as stop symbols.

If the received variable display result specification command indicates "small hit" (when the received variable display result specification command is the fifth variable display result specification command), the effect control CPU 120 has a stop symbol. To determine the combination of decorative patterns such as "135". Then, in the case of "off", a combination of decorative patterns other than the above is determined. However, when accompanied by a reach effect, a combination of decorative symbols in which the two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. Further, the combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the image display device 5 is the "stop symbol" of the decorative symbol.

The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols and the numerical value are associated with each other to determine the stop symbol of 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.

As for the decorative symbols, the stop symbol (a combination of symbols with the same symbol on the left, middle, and right) reminiscent of a jackpot is called a jackpot symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds us of an outlier is called an outlier symbol. Further, a symbol that reminds us of a probabilistic state (an odd number symbol in this embodiment) is also called a probabilistic symbol, and a symbol that reminds us that it does not become a probabilistic state (an even number symbol in this embodiment) is a non-probable variation symbol. Also called.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variable display result is a jackpot A or a jackpot B based on the read variable display result designation command (step 085IWS003), and if it is a jackpot A or a jackpot B, It is determined whether or not to execute the promotion effect (step 085IWS004).

In this embodiment, after the normal jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, it is possible to execute a promotion effect that notifies whether or not the probability change state is controlled after the end of the jackpot gaming state during the round in the jackpot gaming state. In the promotion effect, even though the normal jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the promotion success effect that notifies that there is a promotion that will be in the probable change state after the end of the jackpot game state and the promotion that there is no promotion that will be in the probable change state are notified. There is a promotion failure production. In the promotion success effect, light emission control (light emission effect described later) using the frame LED085IW001 to 011, the logo LED085IW012, and the rush LED085IW013 is executed together with the output of the sound effect.

In step 085IWS004, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the promotion effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-14, and determines whether or not to execute the promotion effect.

FIG. 8-14 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the promotion effect execution determination table. Judgment values are assigned to the judgment items "without execution" and "with execution" in the promotion effect execution judgment table, respectively. However, in the example shown in FIGS. 8-14, in order to simplify the explanation, the explanation is simplified. The percentage of the assigned judgment values is shown. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining promotion effect execution, and sets a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned as a determination result. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 8-14, the numerical values corresponding to the judgment items “without execution” and “with execution” indicate the judgment ratio (%) determined as “without execution” or “with execution”. ..

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-14, when the jackpot type is jackpot B (that is, probabilistic jackpot), the promotion effect is performed at a higher rate than when the jackpot is A (that is, normal jackpot). Is determined to be executed. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the example shown in this embodiment, for example, in the case of a variable display result in which the variable display result is a probabilistic jackpot and a variation pattern accompanied by a specific effect (for example, an effect with extremely high expectation such as full rotation reach). , When a highly anticipated production is performed, such as when the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is decided to be a combination of "7", even if it is known that it is a probabilistic jackpot at the start of the jackpot game. Good. That is, in such a case, the promotion effect may be configured not to be determined as "executed". Further, even when the jackpot type is jackpot C, the promotion effect may be executed. In this case, the promotion effect is executed before the start of the fifth round so that the number of rounds of the jackpot A and the jackpot B cannot be easily distinguished.

If it is determined in step 085IWS005 that the promotion effect is to be executed, the effect control CPU 120 sets the promotion effect flag indicating that the promotion effect is to be executed (step 085IWS006). Further, the effect control CPU 120 redetermines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol so as to be a normal jackpot symbol (step 085IWS007). That is, the stop symbol is changed so that it is once recognized as a normal jackpot. If the probabilistic jackpot symbol is not determined in step 085IWS002, the process of step 085IWS007 may be omitted. Further, the configuration is not limited to the configuration in which the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is redetermined in step 085IWS007, and for example, the process of step 085IWS002 for determining the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be executed immediately before step 085IWS008 described later. That is, after deciding whether or not to execute the promotion effect, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a normal process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step 085IWS008). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in step 085IWS008 (step 085IWS009).

FIG. 8-13 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the process table. 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 the 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.

The process table shown in FIG. 8-13 is stored in the ROM 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.

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 / LEDs and a speaker 27) as a production component is executed (step 085IWS010). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the VDP in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps / LEDs, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Further, in order to output the sound from the speaker 27, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70.

In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern designation command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one, but the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to the specified command.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command in the fluctuation time timer (step 085IWS011).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step S172) (step 085IWS012).

Next, the promotion effect processing for executing the promotion effect will be described. FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing an example of the promotion effect processing. The promotion effect processing is executed in the jackpot middle effect process (step S176) shown in FIG. 7.

In the promotion effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the promotion effect flag is set (step 085IWS101), and if the promotion effect flag is not set, the promotion effect process ends.

When the promotion effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the start timing of the promotion effect (step 085IWS102), and if it is not the start timing of the promotion effect, the promotion effect process. To finish.

When it is the start timing of the promotion effect, the effect control CPU 120 executes the promotion failure notification as the effect result of the promotion effect when the jackpot type is the jackpot A (Y in step 085IWS103) (that is, normally). Select the promotion failure process table (notified as a jackpot) (step 085IWS104). Further, when the jackpot type is not the jackpot A (N in step 085IWS103), that is, when the jackpot type is the jackpot B, the probabilistic promotion notification is executed as the effect result of the promotion effect (that is, the probabilistic jackpot). Select the process table for promoted steelmaking (notified) (step 085IWS105).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in step 085IWS104 or step 085IWS105 (step 085IWS106). Further, the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device according to the contents of the process data 1 (step 085IWS107). After that, the effect control CPU 120 resets the promotion effect flag (step 085IWS108), and ends the process.

Next, the light emitting effect executed in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-16 to 8-19. In the present embodiment, a light emitting effect using the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011, and the logo LED085IW012 is executed in response to the probabilistic promotion notification by the promotion effect executed during the jackpot game. By executing such a light emitting effect, it is possible to enhance the effect of the promotion effect and to make it easier to recognize that the state is controlled to the probabilistic state.

8-16 to 8-18 are explanatory views showing an example of a light emitting effect. FIG. 8-19 is an explanatory diagram showing a light emitting effect table. As shown in FIG. 8-19, in the present embodiment, the light emitting effect includes a first light emitting effect, a second light emitting effect A, a second light emitting effect B, a third light emitting effect, and a fourth light emitting effect. Further, in the light emitting effect table shown in FIG. 8-19, the execution condition and the end condition of each light emitting effect are associated with the light emitting patterns of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001-011, and the logo LED085IW012.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-19, as the execution condition, the first execution condition that the probabilistic promotion notification by the promotion effect is performed is defined as the execution condition, and the first light emission effect is set as the end condition. The first termination condition that the execution of is completed is defined. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-19, in the first light emission effect, the light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by the first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) blinking in rainbow color and the first frame light emission pattern blinking in rainbow color (rainbow blinking). The light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 by (rainbow blinking) and the light emission control of the logo LED 085IW012 by the first logo light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) blinking in rainbow colors are performed.

In the second light emitting effect A, the first execution condition of completing the execution of the first light emitting effect is defined as the execution condition, and the first end condition of receiving the hit end designation command is defined as the end condition. Further, in the second light emission effect A, the light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 by the second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) that lights in rainbow color and the logo LED085IW012 by the second logo light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) that lights in rainbow color. Light emission control is performed.

In the second light emitting effect B, as execution conditions, a first execution condition of completion of execution of the first light emission effect and a second execution condition of receiving a symbol confirmation command that is out of alignment after the even number symbol reach is established are defined, and as an end condition, The first end condition that the execution condition of the third light emission effect is satisfied and the second end condition that the execution condition of the fourth light emission effect is satisfied are defined. Further, in the second light emission effect B, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) that lights in rainbow colors.

Hereinafter, the light emitting pattern that blinks in rainbow color and the light emitting pattern that lights in rainbow color are collectively referred to as a rainbow color light emitting pattern.

In the present embodiment, the second light emitting effect A and the second light emitting effect B are executed on condition that the execution of the first light emitting effect is completed. Therefore, when the first light emitting effect is executed, the second light emitting effect is subsequently executed. A and the second light emitting effect B are executed. That is, when the probabilistic promotion notification is performed by the promotion effect, the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are controlled to emit light by the rainbow-colored blinking emission pattern as the first emission effect. Subsequently, as the second light emission effect, the light emission is controlled by the light emission pattern that lights up in the rainbow color among the rainbow color light emission patterns. With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the promotion when the probabilistic promotion notification is performed by the promotion effect.

In the third light emitting effect, the first execution condition that the even-numbered symbol reach is established is defined as the execution condition, and the first end condition that the execution of the third light emission effect is completed is defined as the end condition. Further, in the third light emission effect, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by the third rush light emission pattern (blinking white) that blinks in white.

In the fourth light emission effect, the first execution condition of receiving the hit start designation command is defined as the execution condition, and the first end condition of the execution completion of the fourth light emission effect is defined as the end condition. Further, in the fourth light emission effect, light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by a rush light emission pattern (light off) for turning off, which is an extinguishing mode.

When the light emission effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is not executed, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are controlled to emit light by other effects such as BGM and background effect, and a light emission pattern emitted by an error. The rush LED 085IW013 is controlled in a light-off mode. That is, the rush LED085IW013 does not emit light in response to other effects such as BGM, background effect, advance notice effect, and error. Therefore, the rush LED 085IW013 emits light only in the jackpot gaming state (specifically, the period after the probability change promotion notification in the jackpot gaming state) and the probability change state, and does not emit light in the normal state (low probability low base state). .. With such a configuration, the probability variation state can be associated with the light emitting mode of the rush LED085IW013, and misidentification of the gaming state can be prevented.

As shown in FIG. 8-16, in the present embodiment, the rush LED 085IW013 is turned off in the big hit game state (specifically, the period before the probability change promotion notification is performed in the big hit game state). The light emission is controlled, and the frame LED 085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are light-emitting controlled by a light emission pattern corresponding to BGM and background effect (for example, a frame light emission pattern for BGM / background effect and a logo light emission pattern for BGM / background effect). ..

Then, in the jackpot game state, when the probabilistic promotion notification is performed by the promotion effect (that is, when the first execution condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied), the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 blink in rainbow colors. Light emission control according to the light emission pattern (first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), first frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), and first logo light emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) is performed for a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example). ..

When the light emission control for a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) is completed (that is, when the execution of the first light emission effect is completed, the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied, and the second light emission effect A and the second light emission effect are satisfied. (When the B condition is satisfied), the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 have a rainbow-colored light emission pattern (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting), second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) and second logo. Light emission control is performed by a light emission pattern (rainbow lighting).

Next, when the jackpot game state ends and the probability variation state starts (that is, when the first end condition of the second light emission effect A is satisfied), the frame LED 085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 have a rainbow-colored light emission pattern (that is, The light emission control by the second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) and the second logo light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) is completed. Due to the end of the light emission control by the second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) and the second logo light emission pattern (rainbow lighting), the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 have a light emission pattern corresponding to BGM and background effect (for example, BGM. Light emission control is performed by the frame light emission pattern for background effect and the BGM / logo light emission pattern for background effect).

This is a light emission pattern in which the control data of the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect (for example, the frame light emission pattern for the BGM / background effect and the logo light emission pattern for the BGM / background effect) is lit in rainbow colors (the first). This is realized by setting the layer to have a lower priority than the control data of the two-frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) and the second logo light emission pattern (rainbow lighting). Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-27, the frame LED control data corresponding to BGM (BGM / background effect corresponding frame light emission pattern) is set in layer 1, and the probability change promotion notification (second frame light emission pattern) is set. The frame LED control data corresponding to (rainbow lighting)) is set in layer 3. With such a configuration, it is possible to perform appropriate light emission control according to the gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 8-16, even if the jackpot game state ends and the probability change state starts, the rush LED085IW013 emits light by a rainbow-colored light emission pattern (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)). Control continues.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-16, when the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied (that is, when a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) elapses from the start time of the first light emission effect), the color becomes rainbow-colored. The light emission control of the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 is performed by the light emission pattern that emits light, and this light emission control is continued until the jackpot game state ends. However, the light emission pattern is not limited to such a configuration and corresponds to BGM and background effect. (For example, the light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 may be performed by (for example, the frame light emitting pattern for BGM / background effect and the logo light emitting pattern for BGM / background effect). In this case, the BGM in the period before the probability change promotion notification in the jackpot game state, the light emission pattern corresponding to the background effect, and the BGM in the period after the probability change promotion notification (the period controlled by the probability change state may be included) or As for the light emission pattern corresponding to the background effect, the latter light emission pattern may have a higher recognition degree due to higher brightness, a larger number of emission colors, a shorter blinking interval, or the like.

FIG. 8-17 (A) shows an example of the effect when the normal reach fluctuation (stopping the off-numbered symbol after the establishment of the even-numbered symbol reach) is executed in the probability variation state, and FIG. 8-17 (B) shows. This is an example of the effect when the normal jackpot fluctuation (even-numbered jackpot symbol stop after the even-numbered symbol reach is established) is executed in the probabilistic state.

As shown in FIGS. 8-17 (A) and 8-17 (B), when the even-numbered symbol reach is established (that is, when the first execution condition of the third light emission effect is satisfied), the rush LED 085IW013 has a light emission pattern that blinks in white. Light emission control according to (third rush light emission pattern (blinking white)) is performed for a predetermined period (7 seconds in this example). Then, when the light emission control for a predetermined period (7 seconds in this example) is completed (that is, when the first end condition of the third light emission effect is satisfied), the rush LED 085IW013 is turned off.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (A), after the even-numbered symbol reach is established, the out-of-order symbol is stopped and the probabilistic state is continued (that is, the second execution condition of the second light emitting effect B is satisfied). ), The rush LED085IW013 is controlled to emit light in a rainbow-colored light emission pattern (by a second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)).

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (B), when the even-numbered jackpot symbol (normal jackpot symbol) is stopped after the even-numbered symbol reach is established, the rush LED085IW013 maintains the extinguishing mode.

In the present embodiment, the reach effect by the reach of the even-numbered symbols executed in the probabilistic state suggests that it will be a big hit, while suggesting that the probabilistic state (and the consecutive villa state) ends. Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 (A) and 8-17 (B), when the reach effect by the reach of the even-numbered symbols is executed in the probabilistic state, a special light emission pattern (in this example, the third rush light emission pattern (white)) is executed. (Blinking)) is configured to control the light emission of the rush LED 085IW013. With such a configuration, it can be effectively suggested that the probabilistic state ends.

As shown in FIGS. 8-16 and 8-17, in the present embodiment, in the probabilistic state, the rainbow-colored light emission pattern (this) continues from the jackpot game state in which it is notified that the probabilistic state is controlled by the promotion effect. In the example, since the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by the first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) and the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)), it can be clearly shown that the state is in a probable change state. Further, when the probability change state ends, the rush LED085IW013 is controlled to emit light by a special light emission pattern (in this example, the third rush light emission pattern (blinking white)), so that it can be suggested that the probability change state ends. .. Therefore, it is possible to increase the degree of association between the probabilistic state and the light emitting means such as the rush LED085IW013, and improve the clarity and effect of the matters suggested by the mode of the light emitting means such as the rush LED085IW013.

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-17, from the time when the even-numbered symbol reach is established to the time when the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the rush LED085IW013 is based on the flashing white emission pattern (the third rush emission pattern (blinking white)). In this case, if the stop-displayed symbol is an even-numbered jackpot symbol (that is, a normal jackpot symbol), the rush LED085IW013 is set to the extinguishing mode, and the stopped-displayed symbol is off. If (that is, the probabilistic state is continued), the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 may be performed by the light emission pattern (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) that lights up in rainbow colors again.

Not limited to the example shown in FIGS. 8-17, for example, a light emitting pattern (third rush light emitting) that blinks in white from the start of the variable display in which the even number symbol reach is established to the time when the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. The light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 may be performed by a pattern (blinking white). Further, for example, the decorative symbol is displayed from the time when the look-ahead notice effect that is likely to establish the even-numbered symbol reach is started, or when the target variable display is started after such a look-ahead notice effect is executed. The light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 may be performed by the light emission pattern (third rush light emission pattern (white blinking)) that blinks in white until the stop display is displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the probabilistic state continues (in other words, whether or not the so-called consecutive villa state continues).

FIG. 8-18 (A) shows an example of the effect when the probabilistic reach variation (stopping the off-sign symbol after the odd-numbered symbol reach is established) is executed in the probabilistic state, and FIG. 8-18 (B) shows the probabilistic variation. This is an example of the effect when the probability variation jackpot fluctuation (the odd-numbered jackpot symbol is stopped after the odd-numbered symbol reach is established) is executed in the state.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (A) and 8-18 (B), when the odd number symbol reach is established, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 does not change. However, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (B), when the odd-numbered jackpot symbol is stopped after the odd-numbered symbol reach and the jackpot game state is started (that is, when the first execution condition of the fourth light emission effect is satisfied), The rush LED085IW013 is turned off by controlling the light emission according to the rush light emitting pattern (turning off) for turning off. With such a configuration, it is possible to perform suitable light emission control according to the gaming state.

As shown in FIGS. 8-17 (B) and 8-18 (B), in the present embodiment, when a big hit occurs in the probability variation state and the big hit game state is controlled, the rush LED 085IW013 is turned off. Take control. With such a configuration, it is possible to perform suitable light emission control according to the gaming state.

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-18, when a big hit occurs in a definite manner (for example, when the big hit symbol of an odd number symbol is stopped and displayed), the probability variation state is started. Even if the jackpot game state is controlled, the light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by the light emission pattern that lights up in rainbow colors (for example, the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) is continued (for example, such light emission control is performed). (If not, perform a new one), and if a big hit occurs due to a certain aspect that it is not a probabilistic big hit, or if it is an unknown probabilistic big hit (for example, a big hit symbol with an even number symbol or a special symbol is stopped and displayed). Only in the case of), when the big hit game state is controlled, the light emission control may be performed so that the rush LED 085IW013 is turned off. With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the interest when a jackpot occurs in a definite manner that it is a probabilistic jackpot, and when it is not definite that it is a probabilistic jackpot, before the promotion effect is executed. The rush LED 085IW013 can be turned off.

Further, for example, when the decorative patterns are aligned by the reach effect, the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 blink the rainbow during the probability change promotion notification (switching between the color constituting the "rainbow" and the extinguishing mode) for 2.1 seconds. The light emission control is performed by the light emission pattern of the rainbow blinking (for example, the repetition of switching between the colors and whites constituting the "rainbow") in a mode different from the repetition of The light emission control common to the rainbow lighting at the time of probabilistic promotion notification may be performed over the time when the symbol is confirmed, until the time when the symbol confirmation command is received, and the like.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-16 to 8-18, in the present embodiment, in the probabilistic state, a light emitting pattern corresponding to BGM and background effect (in this example, a frame light emitting pattern corresponding to BGM / background effect and BGM). The frame LED085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are configured to control the light emission by the background effect-corresponding logo light emission pattern). With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest in the probabilistic state by controlling the light emission of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 while clarifying that the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is controlled to the probable change state.

In the present embodiment, the probability change promotion notification is executed during the big hit game, but may be executed after the big hit game, for example. In this case, for example, after the end of the jackpot game, which is notified as a normal jackpot (there may be a normal jackpot or a probability variation jackpot), the time is shortened until the variable display is performed 100 times. It may be notified that the control is performed, and when the variation display is performed an arbitrary number of times (for example, the 100th time), it may be notified that the state is actually changed. Further, when notifying that the probabilistic state is in effect, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 may be performed by the rainbow color light emission pattern.

Next, the light emitting effect processing for executing the light emitting effect will be described. FIG. 8-20 is a flowchart showing an example of a flow of light emission effect processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the present embodiment. The light emitting effect processing is executed, for example, in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, after the pre-reading advance notice setting process (step S161) is executed and before any of the processes of steps S170 to S177 is executed.

In the light emission effect processing, first, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the light emission effect execution condition, which is a condition for executing the light emission effect, is satisfied (A1). For example, whether any of the execution conditions of the first light emitting effect, the second light emitting effect A, the second light emitting effect B, the third light emitting effect, and the fourth light emitting effect shown in the light emitting effect table shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied. Judge whether or not.

If it is determined that it is satisfied (A1; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the light emission pattern (A3). Specifically, based on the light emission effect table shown in FIG. 8-19, the light emission patterns of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 associated with the light emission effect for which the execution condition is satisfied are selected and determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the light emission effect start timing (A5). In this example, since the light emission effect is started at the same time as the execution condition is satisfied, the light emission effect start timing is the time when the execution condition is satisfied. For example, the light emission effect is started when a predetermined period elapses from the time when the execution condition is satisfied. In this case, the timing at which a predetermined period elapses from the timing at which the execution condition is satisfied becomes the light emission effect start timing.

If it is determined that it is the light emission effect start timing (A5; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the data transmission timing (A7). The data transmission timing is the timing at which the time corresponding to the data transmission cycle described later elapses.

If it is determined that it is the data transmission timing (A7; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the loop A process (A9 to A21) for each electric component (rush LED085IW013, frame LED085IW001-011 and logo LED085IW012). ).

In the loop A process, the effect control CPU 120 executes a light emission control data generation process for generating light emission control data for the electric component (A11). Specifically, the light emission control data is referred to, and the light emission control generation data corresponding to the light emission pattern determined in A3 is read out. Then, using the read light emission control generation data, light emission control data in a format (basic format or extended format) corresponding to the common format and the format type is generated for the electric component.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes a light emission control data transmission process of transmitting the light emission control data generated in A9 to the lamp control board 14 (A13).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 increments the group number (group No.) by "1" (A15). After that, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the above processing is completed for all the groups corresponding to the electric components (A17), and if it is determined that the processing is not completed (A17; No), A9. Return the process to. If it is determined that the process is completed (A17; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 resets the group No. to “0” (A19). Then, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the processing to the next electric component (rush LED085IW013, frame LED085IW001 to 011 and logo LED085IW012).

If the loop A processing is executed for all the electric components (rush LED085IW013, frame LED085IW001-011 and logo LED085IW012) (A21), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the end timing of the light emission effect. (A23). Specifically, it is the end timing of the light emission effect by determining whether or not the end condition corresponding to the light emission effect being executed is satisfied by using the light emission effect table shown in FIG. 8-19. Is determined. If it is determined that it is not the end timing (A23; No), the effect control CPU 120 returns the process to A7.

On the other hand, if it is determined that it is the end timing of the light emission effect (A23; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to end the process (A25). If it is determined that the processing is to be continued (A25; No), the effect control CPU 120 returns the processing to A1. On the other hand, if it is determined that the process is finished (A25; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the light emission effect process.

Next, the control data for realizing the light emission effect will be described. The ROM 121 of the effect control board 12 stores a light emission control table used by the effect control CPU 120 to control the light emission of each LED. In the light emission control table, for example, a light emission pattern, a driver ID, an output terminal number, an electric component, and light emission control generation data are defined in association with each other.

For example, the driver ID associated with the light emitting pattern stores an ID as identification information for identifying the light emitting body driver, and the output terminal number stores the number of the light emitting body driver output terminal. Stores the illuminant driver and electrical components corresponding to the output terminal number (for example, rush LED085IW013, frame LED085IW001-011 and logo LED085IW012), and applies the luminescence control generation data to the illuminant driver. Data for controlling the serial-parallel conversion circuit, and data used for generating light emission control data based on the control data format is stored.

Each emission control generation data includes, for example, a data name, a format type, an address, a data transmission cycle, a unit emission time, a emission control cycle, and format data.

For example, the data name of the format generation data corresponding to the light emission pattern of the light emission control table is stored in the data name, and the format type includes the basic format (EX = 0) and the extended format (EX = 1). Identification information (“basic” or “extended”) of which format is applied is stored, and the address set in the serial-parallel conversion circuit applied to the illuminant driver is stored in the address, and data transmission is performed. In the cycle, the cycle of transmitting the light emission control data from the effect control board 12 to the light emitting body driver of the lamp board 14 is stored, and in the unit light emitting time, the unit time for causing the LED 9 corresponding to the light emitting body driver to emit light is stored. It will be remembered. In this embodiment, the data transmission cycle will be described as 10 ms (milliseconds).

In the light emission control cycle, a time (hereinafter, this cycle is referred to as a “light emission control cycle”), which is a control unit for light emission for one cycle, is stored. This light emission control cycle differs depending on the light emission type. Specifically, when the light emission type is "continuous" or "blinking", a time such as "100 ms" can be set, and the light emission type is "switching" (special emission color accompanying change of multiple colors (special emission color due to change of multiple colors). In the case of (rainbow-colored) light emission, etc.), a time such as "1800 ms" can be set.

In the format data, time-series Q data to be included in the light emission control data by applying the format of the format type is stored. Specifically, in the format data, the light emission order and the Q data corresponding to the RGB values corresponding to the light emission order are defined in association with each other.

In the present embodiment, the light emission of the LED 9 is controlled by the Q data (color hexadecimal number, RGB color value) expressed in hexadecimal. In the color hexadecimal number, "16 × 16 = 256 gradations" is expressed by expressing each of RGB by a total of 6 hexadecimal digits (0 to F) by 2 digits, but in the present specification, 2 digits of each of RGB are expressed. The numerical values of are the same, and each of RGB is illustrated and explained as a notation in which each digit is abbreviated to a total of 3 digits. Further, for the sake of simplicity, the notation of "0x" representing a hexadecimal number will be omitted for illustration and explanation.

Further, the Q data includes Q data for group 1 and Q data for group 2 as Q data to be output to the serial-parallel conversion circuit constituting the light emitter driver corresponding to the address. Q data for 3 is included. In the Q data corresponding to each group, RGB values to be output from the four output terminals Q included in the group are stored.

Specifically, regarding the RGB value as output data, in group 1, Q0 corresponds to the R value (R), Q1 corresponds to the G value (G), and Q2 corresponds to the B value (B). Since Q3 is connected to the ground, it is set to none (-). Further, in group 2, Q4 corresponds to the R value (R), Q5 corresponds to the G value (G), and Q6 corresponds to the B value (B). Since Q7 is connected to the ground, it is set to none (-). Further, in group 3, Q8 corresponds to the R value (R), Q9 corresponds to the G value (G), and Q10 corresponds to the B value (B). Q11 is not (-) because it is connected to the solenoid 500.

This will be described in detail. For example, if the data transmission cycle is "10 ms", it is defined that the effect control board 12 transmits data to the illuminant driver every 10 ms. Further, if the unit light emission time is "100 ms", it is defined that the target LED emits light in a unit light emission time of 100 ms. Further, if the light emission control cycle is "100 ms", the light emission type of the light emission pattern is "continuous", and the same time as the unit light emission time is set as the light emission control cycle in order to perform continuous light emission of a specific color. There is.

Further, for example, in the format data, the order of light emission is defined from "1" to "N", and the Q data (RGB value) of each group is defined for each of the light emission orders "1" to "N". If "0, 0, F" is defined as, the R value and G value in the Q data are set to "0" and the B value is set to "F" for all emission sequences. Continuous blue emission is realized.

Next, control data for controlling the gradation of the LED to realize light emission by color mixing will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-21 to 8-26. The Q data (RGB value) in the gradation control data described here can be directly applied to the Q data of the format data included in the above-mentioned emission control generation data.

FIG. 8-21 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored blinking (corresponding to the first rush emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) in the rush LED 085IW013. It was done. Control for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored blinking (corresponding to the first frame emission pattern (rainbow blinking) and the first logo emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) in the frame LED 085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012. Although not shown, the gradation control data, which is the data, is used, for example, in the format shown in FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24, which includes the gradation control data as shown in FIG. 8-21. Be done.

In this gradation control data, the switching unit emission time Δtn / data transmission cycle Δts is shown in the leftmost column, and F_OF (fade-in (gradual brightening) / fade-out (gradual darkening)) is shown in the right column. Indicates whether it is defined as F_ON (fade-in / fade-out operation) or F_ON (do not operate), and in the right column, Q corresponding to each group (group 1, group 2, ...) The data (RGB value) is expressed in hexadecimal.

For example, in [600/10, F_0F + 0xFFF], non-dimming white (0xFFF) light emission is realized for 600 ms, and in [600/10, F_0N + 0xFFF], finally white (0xFFF) is achieved while dimming over 600 ms. Light emission is realized.

When the light emission order 1 is [600/10, F_0F + 0x000] and the light emission order 2 is [600/10, F_0N + 0xFFF], for example, the breakdown of the light emission order 2 is [40ms 0x111], [40ms 0x222], [ 40ms 0x333], [40ms 0x444], [40ms 0x555], [40ms 0x666], [40ms 0x777], [40ms 0x888], [40ms 0x999], [40ms 0xAAA], [40ms 0xBBB], [40ms 0xBBB], [40ms 0xBB] 40ms 0xDDD], [40ms 0xEEE], [40ms 0xFFF] and 15 gradations are controlled. For example, 0xFFF has a higher brightness than 0x111 and is easy to recognize.

In the present embodiment, at the time of probabilistic promotion notification or when a V prize is generated, which will be described later, light emission based on each gradation control data is performed without gradually dimming by a light emission pattern that does not use F_ON. It becomes easier to recognize the light emission based on the above, and it is possible to realize a sharp light emission. In the light emission pattern corresponding to BGM and background effect, the control data is a combination of F_OF and F_ON as appropriate.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-21, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 30 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 30, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. The Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 is "F, 7, 0", and the Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 is "F, 3, 0". The light emitting unit and the light emitting unit realize light emission of different emission colors.

Further, in the light emission order 2 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-21, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 20 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 20, Δts = 10), and F_OF. By setting the Q data (RGB value) of group 1 to "0, 0, 0" and the Q data (RGB value) of group 2 to be "0, 0, 0", the first light emitting unit included in the rush LED 085IW013 can be used. The light is turned off at the second light emitting unit.

Further, in the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-21, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 30 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 30, Δts = 10), and F_OF. By setting the Q data (RGB value) of group 1 to be "F, 5, 0" and the Q data (RGB value) of group 2 to be "F, 1, 0", the first light emitting unit included in the rush LED085IW013 can be used. The second light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit realize light emission of different emission colors (different from the emission color of the emission order 1).

In this way, with a short switching unit emission time Δts, the emission colors to be emitted to the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit of the rush LED085IW013 are controlled to be sequentially switched by a plurality of colors, and the first light emitting unit and the first light emitting unit of the rush LED085IW013 are controlled. By interposing a control for turning off the second light emitting unit, it is possible for a human to visually recognize the light as if it is blinking in rainbow colors. The mode sandwiched between them is not limited to turning off the light, and may be white, which does not constitute rainbow color. For example, when emitting light in white, "1. RGB values with low brightness such as "1, 1" may be set.

The control by the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-21 is executed in 2.1 seconds. That is, the light emission control by the first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) is completed in 2.1 seconds.

FIG. 8-22 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored lighting (corresponding to the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) in the rush LED 085IW013. It was done.

In the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-22, unlike the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-21, the control for turning off the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit of the rush LED 085IW013 is not sandwiched between them. Therefore, it can be visually recognized as if it is lit in rainbow colors by humans. Further, the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-22 has a light emission pattern that does not use F_OF, and since light emission based on each gradation control data is gradually dimmed, it is based on each gradation control data. It is possible to realize continuous light emission in which the boundary of light emission is ambiguous. Further, by properly using F_OF and F_ON depending on the situation, it is possible to make the LED emit light with a light emitting pattern having a different taste, so that the interest can be enhanced.

FIG. 8-23 is an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored lighting (corresponding to the second frame emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) in the frame LEDs 085IW001-011. Is illustrated.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-23, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 40 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 40, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. Q data (RGB value) is "F, 7, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 2 is "F, 3, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 1 (for example, corresponding to frame LED085IW001) Is "F, 7, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 2 (corresponding to frame LED085IW002) is "F, 7, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 3 (corresponding to frame LED085IW003) Is "F, 3, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 4 (corresponding to frame LED085IW004) is "F, 0, 0", Q data (RGB value) of group 5 (corresponding to frame LED085IW005) Is "F, 0, 4", Q data (RGB value) of group 6 (corresponding to frame LED085IW006) is "F, 0, 8", Q data (RGB value) of group 7 (corresponding to frame LED085IW007) Is "F, 0, C", Q data (RGB value) of group 8 (corresponding to frame LED085IW008) is "D, 0, F", Q data (RGB value) of group 9 (corresponding to frame LED085IW009) Is "9, 0, F", Q data (RGB value) of group 10 (corresponding to frame LED085IW010) is "5, 0, F", Q data (RGB value) of group 11 (corresponding to frame LED085IW011) By setting "1, 0, F", the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 realize light emission of different emission colors.

Further, even in the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-23, by controlling the emission colors to be emitted by the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 in order with a short switching unit emission time Δts, the emission colors to be emitted by the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to be switched in order by human eyes. , It can be visually recognized as if it is lit in rainbow colors.

In the present embodiment, in the jackpot game state after the probabilistic promotion notification is executed, the rainbow-colored lighting of the frame LED 085IW001-011 is realized by using the gradation control data shown in FIGS. 8-23. In addition to such a configuration, for example, even when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the rainbow-colored lighting of the frame LED 085IW001-011 is temporarily realized by using the gradation control data shown in FIGS. 8-23. You may try to do it.

FIG. 8-24 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored lighting (corresponding to the second logo emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) in the logo LED085IW012. It was done.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-24, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 40 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 40, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. By setting the Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 to "F, 7, 0" and the Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 to be "F, 7, 0", the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit included in the logo LED085IW012 are included. Light emission is realized in each of the light emitting parts.

Further, even in the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-24, the emission colors to be emitted by the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit included in the logo LED085IW012 are sequentially switched by a plurality of colors with a short switching unit emission time Δts. By controlling to, it is possible for humans to visually recognize the lights as if they were lit in rainbow colors.

In this embodiment, when the light emission control using the gradation control data shown in FIGS. 8-22 to 8-24 is started, the gradation control data is used until a predetermined end condition is satisfied. The light emission control that was used is repeatedly executed.

FIG. 8-25 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing white blinking (corresponding to the third rush emission pattern (white blinking)) in the rush LED 085IW013. It is a thing.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-25, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 500 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 500, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. The Q data (RGB value) of is "5, 5, 5", the Q data (RGB value) of group 2 is "5, 5, 5", and in the light emission order 2, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 500 ms. The data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 500, Δts = 10), F_OF, the Q data (RGB values) of group 1 is “1, 1, 1”, and the Q data (RGB) of group 2. Value) is "1, 1, 1".

In the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-25, the emission colors to be emitted by the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are sequentially switched between “5, 5, 5” and “1, 1, 1” in the switching unit emission time Δts. By controlling it so that it is finally set to "0, 0, 0", it can be visually recognized as if it blinks in white and finally turns off.

FIG. 8-26 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing extinguishing (corresponding to the extinguishing rush emission pattern (extinguishing)) in the rush LED 085IW013. ..

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 8-25, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 600000 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 500, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. By setting the Q data (RGB values) of the group 2 to "0, 0, 0", the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit included in the rush LED 085IW013 are turned off.

Next, the control data area used when controlling the LED will be described. When the control data is set in the control data area provided in the RAM 122, the effect control CPU 120 emits (lights, lights) LEDs such as the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011, and the logo LED085IW012 in a predetermined light emission pattern. It can be controlled to make it blink (blinking, etc.). In the following description, when the effect of any one of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 is described, it may be simply expressed as an LED effect.

FIG. 8-27 is a diagram showing an example of a control data area. In particular, it is a figure which shows an example of the control data area of the frame LED085IW001-011 in the control data area. The control data area includes at least one control data area and another control data area. Specifically, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-27, five control data areas of layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5 are included. Each layer corresponds to a sound effect that outputs sound. For example, the "error" effect is an effect in which a screen indicating an error is displayed on the image display device 5, but the effect corresponds to an effect of outputting an error sound. The sound effect includes an effect that does not produce sound (silent effect), and there may be an LED effect corresponding to this silent effect. The LED effect corresponding to this silent effect is an effect of emitting light instead of turning off the LED.

In addition, priority is set for layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5, and layer 1, layer 2, layer 3, layer 4, and layer 5 (layer 1 is the most) in ascending order of priority. The priority is low, and layer 5 has the highest priority). Here, "priority is set" specifically means that when the effect control CPU 120 controls the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 of the layer 5, the layer 4, the layer 3, the layer 2, and the layer 1. In order to determine whether or not the control data is set in order, and to perform control to output the control data set in the control data area determined to be set to the lamp control board 14. , Layer 5, layer 4, layer 3, layer 2, and layer 1 are prioritized in this order. The example of realizing the priority setting is not limited to this, and for example, a value indicating the priority may be assigned to each layer. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 first refers to the values assigned to all the layers in which the control data is set, and among them (even when the control data is set in a plurality of layers). The control data set in the layer to which the highest priority value (for example, the maximum value) is assigned is output to the lamp control board 14.

In this way, since the priority is set for the layers, only one LED effect is performed in the LED effect, and a plurality of LED effects are not performed at the same time, but the sound effect corresponding to the LED effect is performed at the same time. May be done. For example, when the control data of the BGM effect is set in the control data area of the layer 1, and the control data of another effect is not set in the control data area of the layer having a higher priority than the layer 1, the BGM Along with the LED production of the production, BGM is performed as a sound production. In this state, for example, if the control data of another effect is set in the control data area of the layer 3, in the LED effect, the LED effect of the BGM effect ends and the LED effect of the other effect is performed. In the sound production, the BGM and the sound production of other productions are performed at the same time.

When the control data is set in one of the control data areas, the effect control CPU 120 has a rush LED085IW013 and a frame LED085IW001-011 in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the control data area in which the control data is set. And the logo LED085IW012 and other LEDs are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Specifically, for example, in the low base state of the game, as shown in FIG. 8-27, when the control data is set in the layer 1, the BGM effect of the layer 1 (normal variation, reach variation). The frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) with a light emitting pattern corresponding to. When control data is set in the layer 2, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the notice B effect of the layer 2. When control data is set in the layer 3, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the notice A effect of the layer 3. When control data is set in the layer 4, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the final notification effect of the layer 4. When control data is set in the layer 5, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the error effect of the layer 5.

Further, in the high base state of the game state, as shown in FIGS. 8-27, when the control data is set in the layer 1, the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM effect (normal variation) of the layer 1 is obtained. The frame LED 085IW001-011 is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). When control data is set in layer 2, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM effect (reach fluctuation) of layer 2. .. When control data is set in the layer 3, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the advance notice effect (all) of the layer 3. When control data is set in the layer 4, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the final notification effect of the layer 4. When control data is set in the layer 5, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the error effect of the layer 5.

Further, when the game state is the big hit game state, as shown in FIG. 8-27, when the control data is set in the layer 1, the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM effect (big hit) of the layer 1 is used. The frame LED 085IW001-011 is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). When the control data is set in the layer 2, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the large winning opening winning effect of the layer 2. When control data is set in layer 3, the light emission pattern (first frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) or second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) corresponding to the probability change promotion notification of layer 3 is used. The frame LED 085IW001-011 is controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Further, when the control data is set in the layer 4, the frame LED085IW001 to the light emitting pattern corresponding to the V prize generation effect of the layer 4 (for example, the extinguishing frame light emitting pattern used in the second embodiment). It is controlled so that 011 is turned off. When control data is set in the layer 5, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the error effect of the layer 5.

When the control data is set in a plurality of control data areas, the effect control CPU 120 emits light (lights up) the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 in a light emission pattern corresponding to the control data areas set with high priority. , Blinking, etc.). Specifically, for example, when control data is set in both the control data areas of layer 2 and layer 3, the light emission pattern corresponding to layer 3 which is the control data area in which the priority is set high. It is possible to control the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.). Further, when the control data is set in the control data area of the layer 2, the layer 3, and the layer 4, the frame is set in the light emission pattern corresponding to the control data area, which is the control data area in which the priority is set high. It is possible to control the LEDs 085IW001 to 011 to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.).

When control data is set in both the control data areas of layer 1 and layer 3, a frame is set with a light emission pattern corresponding to layer 3, which is a control data area in which the priority is set high. The LEDs 085IW001-011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.), but after that, the control data area of the layer 3 becomes NULL, and the control data is set only in the control data area of the layer 1. Then, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 are controlled to emit light (lighting, blinking, etc.) in the light emitting pattern corresponding to the layer 1.

Similar to the control data area of the frame LED085IW001 to 011, the control data as shown in FIG. 8-27 is set in the control data area of the logo LED085IW012, but in the control data area of the rush LED085IW013, BGM or Control data related to the advance notice effect and the like are not set, and only control data related to the light emission effect is set.

In this embodiment, it may be possible to execute a vibration effect in which the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B vibrate. In addition, as the vibration effect, one that is executed as a notice (that is, there is a suggestion of the jackpot expectation) and a predetermined period (for example, the same period as the first light emission effect (2.1 seconds in this example)) from the probability change promotion notification. (That is, there is no suggestion of jackpot expectation), and the vibration modes of both may be the same or different.

Further, in the vibration effect executed as a notice, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the vibration mode. For example, which of a plurality of vibration patterns having different vibration intensities, vibration intervals, etc. vibrates, and which of the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B vibrates (or both vibrates). Therefore, the jackpot expectation may be different.

As described above, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the gaming machine can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is in a special state (for example, a probabilistic state). Controllable state control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes a setting for starting probability variation control in the jackpot end process (S117)) and identification for notifying whether or not control is performed in a special state in an advantageous state. A specific effect executing means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step 085IWS107) capable of executing an effect (for example, a promotion effect) and a specific light emitting means (for example, a plurality of light emitting patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed). A light emitting control means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 shows a light emitting effect shown in FIG. 8-19) that controls light emission of a plurality of light emitting means including a rush LED 085IW013) and a predetermined light emitting means (for example, a frame LED085IW001-011 and a logo LED085IW012). The specific light emitting means is a light emitting means for emitting a specific part (for example, a part in which the rush LED085IW013 shown in FIG. 8-1 is installed), and the predetermined light emitting means is a specific part. It is a light emitting means that emits light from a predetermined portion (for example, a portion in which the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 shown in FIG. 8-1 are installed), and the light emitting control means is a predetermined effect (for example, in an advantageous state). Light emission control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by a predetermined light emitting pattern (for example, BGM / background effect compatible frame light emission pattern, BGM / background effect compatible logo light emission pattern) corresponding to BGM and background effect, and a special state is set by a specific effect. When it is notified that it will be controlled (for example, when the probability variation promotion notification shown in FIG. 8-16 is executed (when the first execution condition of the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied)), Specific light emission pattern (for example, rainbow color light emission pattern, 1st rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), 2nd rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting), 1st frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), 2nd frame light emission pattern (rainbow) (Lighting), the first logo light emitting pattern (rainbow blinking), the second logo light emitting pattern (rainbow lighting)) controls the light emission between the predetermined light emitting means and the specific light emitting means (for example, the first light emitting effect shown in FIG. 8-19). , The part where the second light emission effect A and the second light emission effect B are executed), in the special state, the specific light emission pattern is continuously generated from the advantageous state in which it is notified that the special state is controlled by the specific effect. When the light emission control of the light means is performed (for example, the portion where the second light emission effect B is executed following the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 8-19) and the special state ends (for example, it is shown in FIG. 8-17). When the even-numbered symbol reach is established (when the first execution condition of the third light emission effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied), a special light emission pattern different from the predetermined light emission pattern and the specific light emission pattern (for example, the third rush light emission pattern) is established. (Blinking white)) to control the light emission of the specific light emitting means (for example, the portion where the third light emitting effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is executed).
With such a configuration, in the special state, the light emission control of the specific light emitting means is continuously performed in the specific light emitting pattern from the advantageous state in which it is notified that the special state is controlled by the specific effect. Can be clearly shown. Further, when the special state ends, the light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by the special light emitting pattern, so that it can be suggested that the special state ends. Therefore, it is possible to increase the degree of association between the special state and the light emitting means, and improve the clarity of the matter suggested by the mode of the light emitting means and the effect of the effect.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the light emission control means includes a suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a reach effect by establishing a reach of an even numbered symbol) suggesting that the special state ends. , When the suggestion effect is executed (for example, when the even-numbered symbol reach shown in FIGS. 8-17 (A) and (B) is satisfied (for example, when the first execution condition of the third light emission effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied). ), The light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by a special light emitting pattern (for example, the portion where the third light emitting effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is executed).
Such a configuration can effectively suggest that the special condition ends.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, when the light emission control means is controlled to an advantageous state in a special state (for example, the odd-numbered big hit symbol shown in FIG. 8-18 (B) is stopped and the big hit gaming state is changed. When it is started (when the first execution condition of the fourth light emitting effect shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied), control is performed so that the specific light emitting means is turned off (for example, the fourth light emission shown in FIG. 8-19). The part where the production is executed)).
With such a configuration, it is possible to perform suitable light emission control according to the gaming state.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the specific light emitting pattern is a light emitting pattern in which the light emitting means emits light in the first light emitting mode and then emits light in the second light emitting mode (for example, the first rush light emitting pattern (rainbow). A pattern in which light emission is controlled by a second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) following (blinking), or a pattern in which light emission is controlled by a second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) following a first frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking). A pattern in which light emission is controlled by a second logo light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) following the first logo light emission pattern (rainbow blinking).
With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when it is notified that the specific state is controlled by the specific effect.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the light emitting control means controls the light emission of the predetermined light emitting means in a predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to the predetermined effect in a special state (for example, in the probability variation state shown in FIG. 8-16). , The part that controls the light emission of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 with the frame light emitting pattern for BGM / background effect, and controls the light emission of the logo LED085IW012 with the logo light emitting pattern for BGM / background effect).
With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest in the special state by controlling the light emission of the predetermined light emitting means while clarifying that the light emitting control of the specific light emitting means is controlled to the special state.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the light emitting control means emits light from the predetermined light emitting means in a specific light emitting pattern when the advantageous state ends (for example, at the end of the jackpot gaming state shown in FIGS. 8-16). When the control is terminated (for example, the first end condition (reception of the hit end command) of the second light emission effect A shown in FIG. 8-19 is satisfied, the second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) and the second logo light emission pattern (rainbow). Light emission control by lighting) is terminated).
With such a configuration, it is possible to perform appropriate light emission control according to the gaming state.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the predetermined light emission pattern is set to a layer having a lower priority than the specific light emission pattern (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-27, BGM (BGM / background effect correspondence)). The frame LED control data corresponding to the frame LED control pattern) is set in layer 1, and is used for frame LED control corresponding to promotion notification (first frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)). The data is set to layer 3).
With such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately control the light emission of the light emitting means.

Further, in the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the light emitting control means emits light by causing the specific light emitting means to emit light in a predetermined state (for example, a normal state (low probability low base state)) which is more disadvantageous to the player than the special state. No control is performed (for example, the rush LED 085IW013 does not emit light during a period other than the period after the probability change promotion notification is executed in the jackpot gaming state and the period controlled to the probability change state. See FIG. 8-19. ).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the gaming state.

Embodiment 2.
Next, the gaming machine of the second embodiment in the feature unit 085IW will be described with reference to FIGS. 9-1 to 9-9. In the second embodiment, a configuration different from the configuration of the first embodiment will be mainly described.

FIG. 9-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the second embodiment in the feature unit 085IW, and shows the layout of the main members. Further, FIG. 9-2 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the special variable winning ball device of the second embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 9-1 and 9-2, in the second embodiment, the special variable winning ball device 7 is provided with a plate-shaped bottom member 052IW108 formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows down. In the big hit game state, the bottom member 052IW108 is moved backward from the closed state in which the bottom member 052IW108 is moved forward, and the big winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened. The game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening is detected by the first count switch 23.

Further, in the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9-2, the game ball winning in the large winning opening is further guided to the guidance path 052IW100 provided on the right side of the special variable winning ball device 7. The guidance path 052IW100 is further branched into two paths 052IW102,103, and the game ball guided to the guidance path 052IW100 is guided to the left side path 052IW102 or the right side path 052IW103. When guided to the left path 052IW102, the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 and is detected by the V region switch 052IW106. When guided to the right path 052IW103, the game ball enters the discharge area 052IW105 and is detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107.

As shown in FIG. 9-2, a V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is provided near the entrance of the left side path 052IW102, and when the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is in the open state, a game guided to the guidance path 052IW100. The ball can enter the left path 052IW102 and enter the V region 052IW104. Further, when the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is in the closed state, the game ball guided by the guidance path 052IW100 enters the right path 052IW103 and is discharged from the discharge area 052IW105 to the back side of the game area.

The V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 052IW109 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

Further, in the second embodiment, when controlled by the big hit game, the game ball enters the V area 052IW104 during the big hit game and is detected by the V area switch 052IW106 after the end of the big hit game. It is controlled to a probabilistic state. Hereinafter, the fact that the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game and is detected by the V region switch 052IW106 is also referred to as a V winning.

Further, as the opening / closing pattern of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101, a first opening / closing pattern in which the game ball is substantially impossible (or difficult to enter) to enter the V region 052IW104 and a game ball can enter (or extremely difficult to enter) the V region 052IW104. A second opening / closing pattern (which is easy to enter) is provided, and the opening / closing pattern to be applied differs depending on the jackpot type. For example, in the case of jackpot A, the first opening / closing pattern is applied, and in the case of jackpot B and jackpot C, the second opening / closing pattern is applied. With such a configuration, in the second embodiment, when the jackpot type is jackpot A, it is substantially a normal jackpot, and when the jackpot type is jackpot B or jackpot C, the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game. If you do, it will be a probable change jackpot. That is, in the second embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, if the jackpot type is only jackpot B or jackpot C, the probability change state is not controlled.

The total number of game balls detected by the V area switch 052IW106 and the number of game balls detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107 during one round matches the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23. It should be. Therefore, the total number of game balls detected by the V area switch 052IW106 and the number of game balls detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107 during one round does not match the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23. In this case, it may be determined that a large winning opening / discharge mismatch error is made, and the error may be notified. In this case, since it takes some time for the winning game ball to reach the V region 052IW104 and the discharge region 052IW105 immediately before the special variable winning ball device 7 is closed, the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the closed state. If the number of game balls does not match by the time when a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses, the error may be determined as a large winning opening / exit mismatch error.

Next, the processing during opening of the jackpot in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 9-3 is a flowchart showing the jackpot opening process (step S115) in the special symbol process process. In the process of opening the jackpot, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the first count switch 23 is in the ON state (step 085IWS2401). If the first count switch 23 is in the ON state, that is, if the game ball that has won the big prize opening is detected, the CPU 103 has a winning number for counting the number of game balls that have won the big prize opening. The value of the counter is added by 1 (step 085IWS2402). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the large winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 085IWS2403).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V area switch 052IW106 is in the ON state (step 085IWS2404). If the V area switch 052IW106 is in the ON state, that is, if a game ball that has entered the V area 052IW104 is detected, the CPU 103 sets a V winning flag indicating that the game ball has entered the V area 052IW104. (Step 085IWS2405). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit a V-winning designation command for designating that a V-winning has occurred to the effect control CPU 120 (step 085IWS2405a).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the winning number counter is 10 (step 085IWS2406). If the value of the winning number counter is 10, the process proceeds to step 085IWS2409. If the value of the winning number counter is not 10, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the large winning opening (step 085IWS2407), and the opening time timer after the subtraction times out. It is confirmed whether or not (step 085IWS2408). If the open time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is.

When the value of the winning number counter is 10 (Y in step 085IWS2406) or when the open time timer times out (Y in step 085IWS2408), the CPU 103 drives the solenoid 82 for the large winning door. It is stopped and the big winning opening is controlled to be closed (step 085IWS2409). Further, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the round number counter (step 085IWS2411).

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the post-processing after opening the jackpot (step 085IWS2412).

Next, the jackpot end processing in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 9-4 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step S117) in the special symbol process process. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step 085IWS2200), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 085IWS2202. When the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 corresponds to the display time corresponding to the time when the jackpot end display is displayed on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) on the jackpot end display timer. A value is set (step 085IWS2201), and the process ends.

In step 085IWS2202, the value of the jackpot end display timer is subtracted by 1 (step 085IWS2202). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 085IWS2203). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 085IWS2203), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning flag is set (step 085IWS2205). If the V winning flag is not set, the process proceeds to step 085IWS2216.

If the V winning flag is set, the CPU 103 clears the V winning flag (step 085IWS2206), sets the high probability flag, and shifts to the high probability state (probability change state) (step 085IWS2207). Further, the CPU 103 sets “30” in the high probability number counter indicating the number of fluctuations controlled in the high probability state (probability change state) (step 085IWS2207).

Next, the CPU 103 sets the high base flag and shifts to the high base state (step 085IWS2216). Further, the CPU 103 sets “100” in the high base number counter indicating the number of fluctuations controlled in the high base state (time saving state) (step 085IWS2217). After that, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 085IWS2219).

The high probability count counter and the high base count counter are decremented by 1 each time the variation display is executed. Then, when the value of the high probability number counter becomes 0, the probability change flag is reset and the state shifts from the high probability state to the low probability state. Further, when the value of the high base count counter becomes 0, the high base flag is reset and the state shifts from the high base state to the low base state.

That is, in the second embodiment, when a V prize is generated during the big hit game, the probability change state (high probability and high base state) is controlled after the big hit game is completed. The probabilistic state is continued until a jackpot occurs or the variation display is executed 30 times. Then, when the fluctuation display is executed 30 times, the state changes from the probability change state to the time saving state (low probability high base state). The time saving state is continued until a big hit occurs or the variable display is executed 70 times (from the end of the big hit game until the variable display is executed 100 times).

On the other hand, if the V prize is not generated during the big hit game, the time is controlled to a short time state (low probability high base state) after the big hit game is completed. The time saving state is continued until a big hit occurs or the fluctuation display is executed 100 times.

Next, the light emitting effect executed in the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 9-5 to 9-6. In the second embodiment, in response to the occurrence of the V prize during the jackpot game, a light emitting effect using the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001-011, and the logo LED085IW012 is executed. By executing such a light emitting effect, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the V prize is generated, and it is possible to easily recognize that the state is controlled to the probability change state.

FIG. 9-5 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a light emitting effect according to the second embodiment. FIG. 9-6 is an explanatory diagram showing a light emitting effect table according to the second embodiment. As shown in FIG. 9-6, in the second embodiment, the light emitting effect includes a first light emitting effect, a second light emitting effect, a third light emitting effect, and a fourth light emitting effect. Further, in the light emitting effect table shown in FIG. 9-6, the execution condition and the end condition of each light emitting effect are associated with the light emitting patterns of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001-011, and the logo LED085IW012.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9-6, in the first light emission effect, a first execution condition of generating a V prize (for example, receiving a V prize designation command) is defined as an execution condition, and a first execution condition is set as an end condition. The first end condition that the execution of the light emission effect is completed is defined. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-6, in the first light emission effect, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 by the first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking) blinking in rainbow color and the light extinguishing frame light emission pattern (light off) as the extinguishing mode. ) Is used to control the light emission of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 is controlled to emit light by the extinguishing logo emission pattern (extinguishing) as the extinguishing mode.

In the second light emitting effect, the first execution condition that the execution of the first light emitting effect is completed is defined as the execution condition, and as the end conditions, the first end condition that the execution condition of the third light emitting effect is satisfied and the fourth light emitting effect The second end condition that the execution condition is satisfied is defined. Further, in the second light emission effect, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) that lights in rainbow colors.

In the second embodiment, the second light emitting effect is executed on condition that the execution of the first light emitting effect is completed. Therefore, when the first light emitting effect is executed, the second light emitting effect is subsequently executed. That is, when a V prize is generated, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 emit light according to the light emission pattern (light-off frame light-emitting pattern (light-off) and light-off logo light-emitting pattern (light-off)) as the first light-emitting effect. While the control is performed, the rush LED085IW013 has a rainbow-colored flashing emission pattern (first rush emission pattern) among the rainbow-colored emission patterns having a higher recognition degree than the emission pattern in which the light is turned off as the first emission effect. (Rainbow blinking)) to control the light emission, and then, as the second light emission effect, the light emission pattern (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) that lights up in rainbow color among the rainbow color light emission patterns controls the light emission. It is configured to be done. With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the V prize is generated.

In this example, as the first light emission effect, the light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 is performed by a light emission pattern in which the light emission mode is set, and the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by a light emission pattern that blinks in rainbow colors. The latter light emission pattern has a higher recognition degree (it can be said that it is easier to recognize) than the former light emission pattern, but the method of making the recognition degree different is not limited to this example. For example, the recognition degree of one of the light emission patterns can be different depending on whether the brightness is high, the number of light emission colors is large, or the blinking interval is short.

Further, in the second embodiment, as the first light emission effect, a period in which the frame LED085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are turned off and a period in which the rush LED085IW013 is made to emit light by a light emitting pattern blinking in rainbow colors are common periods. It is configured to be. With such a configuration, the rush LED085IW013 can be noticed in a common period, and the effect of the effect when the V prize is generated can be enhanced.

In the third light emitting effect, the first execution condition of starting the probabilistic final fluctuation, which is the 30th variation display after being controlled to the probabilistic state, is defined as the execution condition, and the execution of the third light emitting effect is completed as the end condition. The first termination condition is set. Further, in the third light emission effect, the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by the third rush light emission pattern (blinking white) that blinks in white.

In the fourth light emission effect, the first execution condition of receiving the hit start designation command is defined as the execution condition, and the first end condition of the execution completion of the fourth light emission effect is defined as the end condition. Further, in the fourth light emission effect, light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by a rush light emission pattern (light off) for turning off, which is an extinguishing mode.

Also in the second embodiment, when the light emitting effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is not executed, the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 have other effects such as BGM and background effect, and a light emitting pattern that emits light due to an error. While the light emission is controlled by, the rush LED085IW013 is controlled in a light-off mode. That is, the rush LED085IW013 does not emit light in response to other effects such as BGM, background effect, advance notice effect, and error. Therefore, the rush LED 085IW013 emits light only in the jackpot gaming state (specifically, the period after the occurrence of the V prize in the jackpot gaming state) and the probability change state, and does not emit light in the normal state (low probability low base state). .. With such a configuration, the probability variation state can be associated with the light emitting mode of the rush LED085IW013, and misidentification of the gaming state can be prevented. In the present embodiment, the rush LED085IW013 is in a big hit gaming state due to the occurrence of a big hit whose jackpot type is not a probabilistic jackpot (for example, a normal jackpot or a jackpot A in which V prize is not substantially generated) or a normal state (low probability). When the V region switch 052IW106 is turned on due to a malfunction or injustice in a low base state), a short time state (low probability high base state), etc., the light emission control by the rainbow color light emission pattern is not performed, but the rainbow color light emission is performed. Instead of not performing the light emission control by the pattern, the light emission control by the light emission pattern for the error may be performed.

FIG. 9-5 (A) shows an example of an effect when the probability variation final fluctuation is out of alignment in the probability variation state, and FIG. 9-5 (B) shows a big hit before the probability variation final variation in the probability variation state. An example of the production of the case is shown.

As shown in FIGS. 9-5 (A) and 9-5 (B), in the second embodiment, in the jackpot gaming state (specifically, the period before the V winning occurs in the jackpot gaming state), the rush LED085IW013 is The light emission is controlled so as to turn off the light, and the frame LEDs 085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 have light emission patterns corresponding to BGM and background effect (for example, frame light emission pattern for BGM / background effect and logo light emission for BGM / background effect). Light emission is controlled by the pattern).

Then, in the big hit game state, when a V prize is generated (that is, when the first execution condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied), the rush LED085IW013 by the light emission pattern (first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) blinking in rainbow color. The light emission control and the light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 according to the light emission pattern (light-off frame light-emitting pattern (light-off) and light-off logo light-emitting pattern (light-off)) are performed for a predetermined period (2 in this example). . 1 second).

When the light emission control for a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) is completed (that is, when the execution of the first light emission effect is completed, the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied and the second light emission effect is satisfied), the rainbow Light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is performed by a light emission pattern that lights up in color (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)). On the other hand, when the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied, the light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 by the light emission pattern (light-off frame light-emitting pattern (light-off) and light-off logo light-emitting pattern (light-off)) is used. Is finished. With the end of this light emission control, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 emit light by a light emission pattern corresponding to BGM and background effect (for example, a frame light emission pattern for BGM / background effect and a logo light emission pattern for BGM / background effect). Control will be done.

As in the first embodiment, the control data of the light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect (for example, the BGM / background effect compatible frame light emission pattern and the BGM / background effect compatible logo light emission pattern) is turned off. It is realized by setting the light emission pattern (the extinguishing frame emission pattern (extinguishing) and the extinguishing logo emission pattern (extinguishing)) to a layer having a lower priority than the control data. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-27, the frame LED control data corresponding to BGM (BGM / background effect frame light emission pattern) is set in layer 1, and V prize generation occurs (light-off frame light emission pattern). The frame LED control data corresponding to (turns off)) is set in the layer 4. With such a configuration, it is possible to perform appropriate light emission control according to the gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 9-5, even if the jackpot game state ends and the probabilistic state starts, the light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by the light emission pattern (second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) that lights up in rainbow colors. Will continue.

As shown in FIG. 9-5, in the second embodiment, in the probability variation state, the rainbow-colored light emission pattern (specifically, the first rush light emission pattern) continues from the jackpot game state in which the game ball has passed through the V region 052IW104. (Rainbow blinking) and the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) are used to control the light emission of the rush LED 085IW013, so that it is possible to clearly indicate that the state is in the probabilistic state and to emphasize that the state is in the probable change state. Can be done. Therefore, it is possible to improve the clarity of the matters suggested by the mode of the light emitting means such as the rush LED085IW013 and the effect of the effect.

Then, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (A), when the probabilistic final variation (30th time) is executed in the probabilistic state (that is, when the first execution condition of the third light emission effect is satisfied), the light emission flashes in white. The light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by the pattern (third rush light emission pattern (blinking white)) is performed for a predetermined period (7 seconds in this example). Then, when the light emission control for a predetermined period (7 seconds in this example) is completed (that is, when the first end condition of the third light emission effect is satisfied), the rush LED 085IW013 is turned off. With such a configuration, it can be effectively suggested that the probabilistic state ends.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (B), when a big hit occurs and is controlled to the big hit gaming state before the probability change final fluctuation (30th time) is executed in the probability change state (that is, the fourth light emission effect). (When the first execution condition is satisfied), the light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 is performed by the rush light emission pattern for turning off (lighting out), and the rush LED085IW013 is turned off. With such a configuration, the rush LED085IW013 can be turned off before the V prize is generated in the big hit game state, and appropriate light emission control can be performed according to the game state. As shown in FIG. 9-5 (B), in the second embodiment, unlike the first embodiment (see FIG. 8-17), when the reach is established, the light emitting pattern is lit in rainbow colors. The light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by (the second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)) is not completed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-5, also in the second embodiment, in the probabilistic state, the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect (in this example, the frame light emission pattern for the BGM / background effect and the BGM / background effect support). The logo emission pattern) is configured to control the emission of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest in the probabilistic state by controlling the light emission of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 while clarifying that the light emission control of the rush LED 085IW013 is controlled to the probable change state.

In the example shown in FIG. 9-5, when the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied (that is, when a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) elapses from the start time of the first light emission effect), the light extinguishing mode is set. The light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 by the light emission pattern (light-off frame light-emitting pattern (light-off) and light-off logo light-emitting pattern (light-off)) is completed, and the light-emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM or background effect (for example, BGM) -The light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 by the frame light emission pattern for background effect and the BGM / logo light emission pattern for background effect) is performed, but the end condition of the first light emission effect is not limited to such a configuration. When it is established (that is, when a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) elapses from the start time of the first light emission effect), the light emission control of the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 is performed by the light emission pattern that emits rainbow colors. The light emission control may be continued until the jackpot game state ends. Further, for example, when the end condition of the first light emission effect is satisfied (that is, when a predetermined period (2.1 seconds in this example) elapses from the start time of the first light emission effect), the recognition degree is higher than before the V prize is generated. The light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 may be performed by the light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM of the aspect or the background effect, and this light emission control may be continued until the jackpot game state ends. For example, in the light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect in the period before the V prize is generated in the big hit game state, and the light emitting pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect in the period after the V prize is generated in the big hit game state, the latter light is emitted. The pattern may have a higher degree of recognition due to higher brightness, a larger number of emission colors, a shorter blinking interval, or the like.

Further, for example, the light emission control of the rush LED085IW013 by the light emission pattern (first rush light emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) that blinks in rainbow color immediately even if the V prize is generated, and the light emission pattern (frame light emission pattern for extinguishing off) as the extinguishing mode. The light emission control of the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 by (turning off) and the logo light emitting pattern for turning off (turning off) is not performed, and the final timing (for example, at the start of the final round, the ending screen, and the final in the high probability high base state) is not performed. It may be performed at the time of fluctuation (such as when it fluctuates), or a rainbow-colored flashing pattern (first rush flashing pattern (rainbow flashing)) or a rainbow-colored flashing pattern (second rush flashing pattern) at a predetermined timing. (Rainbow lighting)) may be used to control only the light emission of the rush LED 085IW013.

FIG. 9-7 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing rainbow-colored blinking (corresponding to the first rush emission pattern (rainbow blinking)) in the rush LED 085IW013. It was done.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 9-7, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 30 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 30, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. The Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 is "F, 7, 0", and the Q data (RGB value) of the group 2 is "F, 3, 0". The light emitting unit and the light emitting unit realize light emission of different emission colors.

Further, in the light emission order 2 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 9-7, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 20 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 20, Δts = 10), and F_OF. By setting the Q data (RGB value) of group 1 to "0, 0, 0" and the Q data (RGB value) of group 2 to be "0, 0, 0", the first light emitting unit included in the rush LED 085IW013 can be used. The light is turned off at the second light emitting unit.

Further, in the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 9-7, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 30 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 30, Δts = 10), and F_OF. By setting the Q data (RGB value) of group 1 to be "F, 5, 0" and the Q data (RGB value) of group 2 to be "F, 1, 0", the first light emitting unit included in the rush LED085IW013 can be used. The second light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit realize light emission of different emission colors (different from the emission color of the emission order 1).

In this way, with a short switching unit emission time Δts, the emission colors to be emitted to the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit of the rush LED085IW013 are controlled to be sequentially switched by a plurality of colors, and the first light emitting unit and the first light emitting unit of the rush LED085IW013 are controlled. By interposing a control for turning off the second light emitting unit, it is possible for a human to visually recognize the light as if it is blinking in rainbow colors. The mode sandwiched between them is not limited to turning off the light, and may be white, which does not constitute rainbow color. For example, when emitting light in white, "1. RGB values with low brightness such as "1, 1" may be set.

FIG. 9-8 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing extinguishing (corresponding to the extinguishing frame emission pattern (extinguishing)) in the frame LED 085IW001-011. Is.

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 9-8, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 600000 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 500, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. By setting the Q data (RGB values) of the groups 11 to "0, 0, 0", the frame LEDs 085IW001-011 are turned off.

FIG. 9-9 illustrates an example of gradation control data which is control data for performing gradation control for realizing extinguishing of the logo LED085IW012 (corresponding to the extinguishing logo emission pattern (extinguishing)). ..

In the light emission order 1 of the gradation control data shown in FIG. 9-9, the switching unit light emission time Δtn is 600000 ms, the data transmission cycle Δts is 10 ms (Δtn = 500, Δts = 10), F_OF, and group 1. By setting the Q data (RGB values) of the group 2 to "0, 0, 0", the first light emitting unit and the second light emitting unit included in the logo LED085IW012 are turned off.

Also in the second embodiment, it may be possible to execute a vibration effect in which the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B vibrate. In addition, as the vibration effect, one that is executed as a notice (that is, there is a suggestion of a big hit expectation) and a predetermined period (for example, the same period as the first light emission effect (2.1 seconds in this example)) from the occurrence of the V prize (That is, there is no suggestion of jackpot expectation), and the vibration modes of both may be the same or different.

As described above, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the gaming machine is controllable to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is a specific region (for example, V) in the advantageous state. Based on the passage of the game medium through the area 052IW104), a state control means that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a probabilistic state) and a specific light emitting means (for example, a rush) with a plurality of light emitting patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed. A light emitting control means (for example, a light emitting effect process shown in FIG. 8-19 by the effect control CPU 120) that controls light emission of a plurality of light emitting means including the LED 085IW013) and a predetermined light emitting means (for example, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012). The specific light emitting means is a light emitting means for emitting light from a specific part (for example, a part where the rush LED085IW013 shown in FIG. 9-1 is installed) in the vicinity of the specific region. , A light emitting means for emitting light from a predetermined part different from the specific part (for example, the part where the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 shown in FIG. 9-1 are installed), and the light emitting control means is a predetermined effect in an advantageous state. The light emission control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by the predetermined light emitting pattern (for example, BGM / background effect compatible frame light emission pattern, BGM / background effect compatible logo light emission pattern) corresponding to (for example, BGM or background effect) to set a specific area. The first specific light emission pattern (for example, the first execution condition of the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is satisfied) based on the passage of the game medium (for example, the occurrence of V prize shown in FIG. 9-5 (the first execution condition of the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is satisfied)). For example, the extinguishing frame emission pattern (extinguishing) or the extinguishing logo emission pattern (extinguishing) controls the emission of the predetermined light emitting means, and the second specific emission pattern (for example, the recognition degree is higher than that of the first specific emission pattern). The light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by the first rush light emitting pattern (rainbow blinking) or the second rush light emitting pattern (rainbow lighting)), and in the special state, the second rush light emission pattern is continuously started from the advantageous state in which the game medium has passed through the specific area. The light emission control of the specific light emitting means is performed by the specific light emitting pattern (for example, the second rush light emitting pattern (rainbow lighting)), and the light emitting control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by the predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to the predetermined effect (for example, FIG. 9-). The part where the second light emitting effect shown in 6 is executed.).
With such a configuration, in the special state, since the light emission control of the specific light emitting means is continuously performed in the second specific light emitting pattern from the advantageous state in which the game medium has passed through the specific area, it is clearly shown that the special state is used. And can emphasize that it is a special condition. Therefore, it is possible to improve the clarity of the matters suggested by the mode of the light emitting means and the effect of the effect.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the gaming machine performs variable display (for example, variable display of a special symbol), and the state control means controls the special state and then performs the variable display a specific number of times (for example, variable display). , 30 times) The special state is terminated based on the execution, and the light emission control means starts the probability variation final fluctuation shown in FIG. 9-5 when the variable display of a specific number of times is executed in the special state. (When the first execution condition of the third light emission effect of FIG. 9-6 is satisfied), a special light emission pattern different from the first specific light emission pattern and the second specific light emission pattern (for example, a third rush light emission pattern (white)). (Blinking)) to control the light emission of the specific light emitting means (for example, the portion where the third light emitting effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is executed).
Such a configuration can effectively suggest that the special condition ends.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, when the light emission control means is controlled to an advantageous state in a special state (for example, when the jackpot gaming state shown in FIG. 9-5 (B) is started (FIG. 9). When the first execution condition of the fourth light emitting effect shown in −6 is satisfied)), the control is performed so that the specific light emitting means is turned off (for example, the portion where the fourth light emitting effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is executed). ).
With such a configuration, the specific light emitting means can be turned off before the game medium passes through the specific region in the advantageous state, and appropriate light emission control can be performed according to the game state.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the first specific light emitting pattern is a light emitting pattern in which the light emitting means is temporarily turned off (for example, a light extinguishing frame light emitting pattern (lighting off) or a turning off logo light emitting pattern). (Off)).
With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the game medium passes through the specific area in an advantageous state.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the second specific light emitting pattern is a light emitting pattern in which the light emitting means emits light in the first light emitting mode and then emits light in the second light emitting mode (for example, the first rush light emitting pattern). A pattern in which light emission is controlled by a second rush light emission pattern (rainbow lighting) following (rainbow blinking).
With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the game medium passes through the specific area in an advantageous state.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the period in which the light emitting means is turned off in the first specific light emitting pattern and the period in which the light emitting means is made to emit light in the first light emitting mode in the second specific light emitting pattern are common. The period (for example, the period in which the frame LED085IW001 to 011 is controlled by the extinguishing frame emission pattern (extinguished), the period in which the logo LED085IW012 is controlled by the extinguishing logo emission pattern (extinguished), and the rush LED085IW013 are the third. The period in which the light emission is controlled by the 1 rush light emission pattern is a common period. The portion in which the first light emission effect shown in FIG. 9-6 is executed.).
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to a specific portion in a common period, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the game medium passes through the specific area in an advantageous state.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the predetermined light emission pattern is set to a layer having a lower priority than the first specific light emission pattern and the second specific light emission pattern (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-27). , The frame LED control data corresponding to BGM (BGM / background effect compatible frame light emission pattern) is set in layer 1, and promotion notification (first frame light emission pattern (rainbow blinking), second frame light emission pattern (rainbow lighting)). ) Corresponding frame LED control data is set in layer 3).
With such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately control the light emission of the light emitting means.

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the light emitting control means emits light by causing the specific light emitting means to emit light in a predetermined state (for example, a normal state (low probability low base state)) which is more disadvantageous to the player than the special state. No control is performed (for example, the rush LED 085IW013 does not emit light during a period other than the period after the probability change promotion notification is executed in the jackpot game state and the period controlled to the probability change state. See FIG. 9-6. ).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the gaming state.

Further, in each embodiment of the feature unit 085IW described above, the transition to the time saving state (high base state) always shifts via the big hit state or the small hit state in which the special variable winning ball device 7 operates. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a time saving symbol is derived and displayed as a special symbol, the time saving state (high base) without operating the special variable winning ball device 7 It may be made to shift to the state). In this case, the light emission control of various LEDs may be performed in relation to the time saving symbol. For example, when the time-saving symbol stop fanning effect for inducing the derivation display of the time-saving symbol is started, the light emission control for blinking the rush LED085IW013 in white may be started, or the time-saving symbol stop fanning effect may be started. When the time saving symbol is not derived and displayed although it is executed, the light emission control for lighting the rush LED 085IW013 in rainbow colors may be started at the start of the next fluctuation. Further, for example, when the time saving symbol is derived and displayed without executing the time saving symbol stop fanning effect, the light emission control for blinking the rush LED 085IW013 in white is not performed, and the rush LED 085IW013 is rainbow-colored until the big hit game is started. The light emission control for turning on the light may be continued.

As the above-mentioned time-saving symbols, these time-saving symbols may be a part of the out-of-time symbols or a part of the small hit symbols.

In addition, when performing a lottery process related to the derivation display of the time-saving symbol, the lottery may be executed by using a dedicated random number for the time-saving symbol lottery in these lottery processes, or a lottery random number of a missed symbol or a big hit symbol. The lottery may be performed using other lottery random numbers such as the lottery random number of the above, the lottery random number of the small hit symbol, the random number for determining the big hit lottery, and the lottery random number of the fall lottery.

Further, these time-saving symbols may be a plurality of types of symbols, and may be used in combination with other symbols such as small hit symbols and symbols displayed as missed symbols. In this case, it may be determined whether or not the time saving state is changed depending on the small hit symbol used together. However, if a time-saving symbol is won, the presence or absence of a transition to the time-saving state will not be drawn by lottery, and the number of time-savings will not be drawn.

Further, in the case of drawing a time-saving symbol and the set value can be changed, the lottery probability of the time-saving symbol does not change according to the set value, that is, the lottery probability of the time-saving symbol in all the set values. Is the same, but the lottery probabilities of these time-saving symbols may be different between the first special figure and the second special figure.

In addition, regarding the timing of random number acquisition when drawing a lottery for time-saving symbols, regardless of whether a dedicated random number is used or another random number is used, the starting port (first starting winning opening, It may be at the time of winning the second start winning opening).

In addition, regarding the winning when the time-saving symbol is drawn, when using a dedicated random number (time-saving lottery random number), the lottery result by the dedicated random number (time-saving lottery random number) is used as the winning value, and the small hit symbol is used for the time-saving symbol lottery. When a random number is used, a specific small hit symbol random number value can be used as the winning value, and when a random number for the fall lottery judgment value is used for the lottery of the time saving symbol, the random number for the fall lottery judgment value can be used as the winning value. A lottery using the above, for example, a time saving area may be provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7, and the time saving symbol may be won when the game ball passes through the time saving area.

In addition, in the case where the lottery of the time saving symbol is performed using the structure, when the small hit symbol also uses the time saving symbol, the variable display number (time saving number) of the time saving state does not change depending on the presence or absence of passing through the time saving area. To.

In addition, regarding the winning when the time-saving symbol lottery is performed, when the time-saving symbol lottery uses the missing symbol random number, the specific missing symbol random number value is used as the winning value, and when the jackpot symbol random number is used for the time-saving symbol lottery, it is specified. The jackpot symbol random number value can be used as the winning value. However, when these random values are used as winning values, performances other than the jackpot probability differ depending on the settings, so it is possible only if the set values cannot be changed.

Further, the determination timing of the lottery result of the time-saving symbol may be executed at the timing after the jackpot determination. In addition, the lottery of the time saving symbol is not executed in the time saving state (high base) or the high probability time regardless of the random number value used for the lottery, and is executed only in the low probability low base state. .. However, if the time saving symbol is derived and displayed in the state where the time saving state has already been set, even if the time saving number of times is reset or the lottery is not performed, it may be determined for each game machine.

Further, regarding the number of time reductions when the time reduction symbol is derived and displayed, it is possible to have a plurality of predetermined number of time reductions according to the winning value (symbol) and the game state. In addition, the conditions for granting the time reduction can be made different for each time reduction symbol.

Further, when the number of time reductions differs depending on the time reduction symbol, the time reduction symbol distribution lottery can be changed between the special figure 1 and the special figure 2.

Further, even when the same time saving symbol is derived and displayed, the number of time saving times given may be different depending on the game state at that time. However, it is necessary that the game state is predetermined.

In addition, the lottery result of "0 times of time saving" can be included as the lottery result of the time saving symbol in the low probability low base state.

Further, the time reduction end symbol derivation lottery (time reduction end lottery) may be executed, and the number of time reductions may be set to the number of times until the time reduction end symbol is derived and displayed after the time reduction start, or until the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed. That is, in principle, the number of time reductions may not be set and may be unlimited.

Further, the number of time reductions and the granting condition may be different between the time reduction state controlled by the time reduction symbol and the time reduction state controlled by the occurrence of a big hit.

Further, when the time-saving symbol is derived and displayed, the timing of being controlled to the time-saving state is the time when the symbol confirmation time of the time-saving symbol has elapsed. However, in the case where the small hit symbol random number is used for the lottery of the time saving symbol, when the small hit is won and the time saving state is entered, the end time of the small hit operation is controlled to the time saving state.

Further, in the case of a lottery using the structure, the timing controlled to the time saving state is the timing at the end of the operation of the structure in the gaming state (for example, the small hit state) in which the structure is operated.

Further, in the case of a gaming machine (so-called specified number of probability change machines (ST machines)) that is controlled to a high probability low base state over a predetermined variable display number after a big hit, the high probability low base state is reached when the game hall is opened. Therefore, the high-probability low-base state may be controlled to a time-saving state after the variable display of a predetermined number of times is executed and ended.

In addition, when the time saving limiter function is installed and the time saving symbol is derived and displayed, the number of times of the time saving limiter is updated.

Further, the symbol confirmation time of the time-saving symbol may be set to a time different from the symbol confirmation time of other symbols.

In the first embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the jackpot type of the jackpot that can be won in the high base state includes the normal jackpot, and the promotion effect is performed during the jackpot game by the normal jackpot won in the high base state. Is not executed, and even if the probability variation jackpot is actually won during the high base state, the normal jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed to control the jackpot game state. In this configuration, the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001-011 and the logo LED 085IW012 (may be only the rush LED 085IW013) blink at a predetermined timing (for example, at the start of the final round in the jackpot game). And, the light emission may be controlled by the light emission pattern of rainbow lighting (either one may be used).

Further, in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the jackpot type of the jackpot that can be won in the high base state includes the normal jackpot, and the promotion effect is performed during the jackpot game by the normal jackpot won in the high base state. Is not executed, and even if the probability variation jackpot is actually won during the high base state, the normal jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed to control the jackpot game state. In the case of such a configuration, in the V round which is controlled to the probabilistic state when the game ball passes through the V area 052IW104, the notification such as "Aim for V" is not executed, but the game ball is guided to the V area 052IW104. The opening / closing control of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is performed so as to be performed, and when the game ball passes through the V region 052IW104, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are light-emitting controlled, and the rush LED085IW013 blinks in a rainbow. The light emission may be controlled by the light emission pattern of the rainbow lighting, or the light emission of only the rush LED085IW013 may be controlled by the light emission pattern of the rainbow lighting.

The configuration of the rush LED 085IW013, the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 in the feature unit 085IW can also be applied to a so-called ST machine pachinko gaming machine equipped with a number-cut probability variation. In this case, the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are subjected to the same light emission control as in the first embodiment in the jackpot gaming state, and during the period when the fluctuation display other than the jackpot gaming state is performed, The same light emission control as in the second embodiment may be performed.

Further, also in the second embodiment of the feature unit 085IW, the promotion effect as shown in the first embodiment may be able to be executed. In this case, for example, even if the notification by the promotion effect is executed, the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are not controlled to emit light by the rainbow color emission pattern, and the rush LED085IW013 remains in the extinguished mode, and the frame LEDs085IW001-011 and The logo LED085IW012 may be controlled to emit light by a light emission pattern corresponding to the BGM at the time of the notification and the background effect. Further, in this case, the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 are subjected to the same light emission control as in the second embodiment in the jackpot gaming state, and during the period when the variation display other than the jackpot gaming state is performed. May perform the same light emission control as in the first embodiment.

Further, in a configuration in which the promotion effect can be executed, even if the jackpot game state is controlled by the probability change jackpot, the non-probability change notification is performed at the execution timing of the promotion effect, and a predetermined timing (for example, the start of the final round) is performed. At that time, the probabilistic promotion notification may be performed on the ending screen, etc.). In this case, with the execution of the probabilistic promotion notification, the rush LED085IW013, the frame LED085IW001-011 and the logo LED085IW012 may be controlled to emit light by a rainbow-colored light emission pattern, or the frame LED085IW001-1 may be executed even if the probabilistic promotion notification is executed. The 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are not controlled by the rainbow-colored emission pattern, the emission control is performed by the emission pattern corresponding to the BGM and the background effect at the time of the notification, and only the rush LED085IW013 is controlled by the rainbow-colored emission pattern. You may do so.

Further, during the fluctuation display in the high-probability high-base state, the all-off notice that is easily executed when the fluctuation display result becomes a big hit (for example, the image display device 5 is blacked out and the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are turned off. When the all-off notice is executed, the rush LED085IW013 may be temporarily (for example, over the execution period of the all-off notice) light emission controlled in the all-off mode. Good.

In addition, during the fluctuation display in the high-probability high-base state, a notice for lighting the frame LED085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 in rainbow colors is executed as a notice that is more likely to be executed when the fluctuation display result is a big hit than when it is not a big hit. It is possible, and while the rate of execution of the notice differs depending on the jackpot ratio (expectation), the notice of lighting the rush LED085IW013 in rainbow colors is not affected by the rate of execution by the jackpot ratio (expectation). It may be. In the case of lighting in rainbow colors, the unit light emission time and the light emission control cycle may be different depending on whether the degree of expectation is suggested or the degree of expectation is not suggested.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, when a power failure occurs in the probability change state (high probability high base state) and then recovers from the power failure, (1) the gaming state before the power failure occurs is the probability change state ( Even if it is memorized that it was in the high probability high base state), the light emission control may be performed with the rush LED085IW013 as the extinguishing mode, and (2) the gaming state before the power failure occurs is the probabilistic state (high). Based on the memory information that the rush LED085IW013 is emitted in rainbow colors, the light emission control may be performed based on the memory information that the probability is high base state), or (3) the gaming state before the power failure occurs is the probability changing state (3). Even if it is stored that the rush LED085IW013 has recovered from the power failure, the light emission control may be performed in a dedicated mode indicating that the rush LED085IW013 has been restored from the power failure.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 can emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to BGM or promotion effect (or V prize generation) in the big hit game state, and in the high base state, they can emit light. It may be possible to emit light with a light emitting pattern corresponding to the background effect or the notice effect.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 emit light in a light emission pattern corresponding to BGM in both the jackpot game state and the high base state (for example, layer 1 is used) and have a high base. In the state, it may be possible to emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the advance notice effect (for example, layer 2 is used).

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the background effect or promotion effect (or V prize generation) in the big hit game state, and BGM in the high base state. Or, it may be possible to emit light with a light emission pattern corresponding to the advance notice effect.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the frame LEDs 085IW001 to 011 can emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to BGM in the high base state, and the logo LED085IW012 can emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the notice effect in the high base state. It may be set to.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the BGM can be switched between the big hit game state and the high base state, and the light emission patterns of the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED085IW012 are different between the BGM before the switching and the BGM after the switching. You may do so.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 085IW, the first period (for example, after the end of the big hit game and the variable display is executed 1 to 30 times) and the second period (for example, after the end of the big hit game) in the high base state. , Until the variable display is executed 31 to 100 times), the effect mode (background effect) may be different, and the light emission patterns of the frame LED 085IW001 to 011 and the logo LED 085IW012 may be different accordingly.

1 Pachinko game machine 4A 1st special symbol display device 4B 2nd special symbol display device 5 Image display device 103 CPU
120 Production control CPU

Claims (1)

It is a game machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A state control means capable of controlling a special state based on the passage of the game medium through the specific region in the advantageous state.
A light emitting control means for controlling light emission of a plurality of light emitting means including a specific light emitting means and a predetermined light emitting means in a plurality of light emitting patterns corresponding to the effect to be executed is provided.
The specific light emitting means is a light emitting means that emits light from a specific portion in the vicinity of the specific region.
The predetermined light emitting means is a light emitting means that emits light from a predetermined portion different from the specific portion.
The light emission control means
In the advantageous state, the light emission control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed in a predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to the predetermined effect.
Based on the passage of the game medium through the specific region, the light emission control of the predetermined light emitting means is performed by the first specific light emitting pattern, and the second specific light emitting pattern having a higher recognition degree than the first specific light emitting pattern is used. Controls the light emission of specific light emitting means,
In the special state, the light emission control of the specific light emitting means is continuously performed by the second specific light emitting pattern from the advantageous state in which the game medium has passed through the specific area, and the predetermined light emitting pattern corresponding to the predetermined effect is used. A game machine characterized by controlling the light emission of the light emitting means.

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