JP2021069473A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To improve display control of shooting promotion display.SOLUTION: A game machine includes, in a specific state, first shooting promotion display control means for controlling display and non-display of first shooting promotion display (e.g., middle right-shooting icon 087IW31) related to shooting promotion of a game medium to a predetermined route, and second shooting promotion display control means for controlling display and non-display of second shooting promotion display (e.g., small right-shooting icon 087IW30) that is related to shooting promotion that is less visible than the first shooting promotion display promotion of a game medium to a predetermined route, according to the game state including an advantageous state and a specific state. On the basis of the fact that a predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium into a start area is satisfied (e.g., second reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value (e.g., 4)), the display mode of the first shooting promotion display is changed from a predetermined mode to a special mode (e.g., MAX display).SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-44

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine capable of playing a game.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display 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).

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.

Some such game machines are configured to display a launch promotion display relating to the launch promotion of the game medium to a predetermined route. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that right-handed promotion notification is continuously executed from the end of the high base state to the state of the small hit game.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-220734 (paragraph 0285, FIG. 19)

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is room for improvement regarding the launch promotion display.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the display control of the launch promotion display.

(Means 1) The game machine according to the present invention can perform variable display based on the entry of a game medium (for example, a game ball) into a start area (for example, a second start winning opening), and a player. It is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the user, and the starting area is provided so that a game medium that passes through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter. In the specific state control means (for example, the portion that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can control the game medium to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) in which the game medium easily enters the starting region, and in the specific state, A first launch promotion display control means (for example, step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) for controlling the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) relating to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route. The part to be executed) and the display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route and has lower visibility than the first launch promotion display. Is provided with a second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion that executes step 087IWS660 in the effect control CPU 120) according to a gaming state including an advantageous state and a specific state, and a first launch promotion display control means. Is displayed on the first launch promotion display based on the fact that a predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium into the starting area is satisfied (for example, the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (for example, 4)). The aspect is changed from a predetermined aspect to a special aspect (for example, the MAX display shown in FIG. 8-44 (F)) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS843). According to such a configuration, by changing the display mode of the first launch promotion display, it is suggested that launching the game medium toward a predetermined route has changed to a situation in which the degree of advantage for the player is low. It is possible to improve the display control of the launch promotion display.

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 gaming 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 the pachinko game machine in the feature part 087IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the special variable winning ball apparatus in feature part 087IW. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like in the feature part 087IW. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability for each set value. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit type determination table and the small hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the time saving type determination table. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the time saving type. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of a small hit game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table in the feature part 087IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol process processing in a feature part 087IW. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit opening preprocessing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during small hit opening. It is a flowchart which shows the processing after closing small hit. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end processing. It is a state transition diagram for demonstrating the state transition in the feature part 087IW. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the blackout effect decision table. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the ending effect processing. It is a time chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the time saving final fluctuation. It is a time chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the time saving final fluctuation. It is a time chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the time saving final fluctuation. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode when a blackout effect is executed. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode when the display area change effect is executed. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by various right-handed icons. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by various right-handed icons. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by various right-handed icons in the modification 2. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by gauge display and hold display. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by gauge display and hold display. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode by the gauge display and hold display in the modification 3. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the display mode of the middle right-handed icon in the modification 4.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (which is 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 a 7-segment LED or 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 LEDs lit.

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, for example, a first starting winning opening in which a game ball is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls can be paid out and the first special figure game can 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 the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electric tulip type accessory.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. 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 that changes 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 gaming machine frame 3, a hitting ball operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the gaming ball toward the gaming area by the hitting 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).

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

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is launched toward the game area by the rotation operation of the pachinko game machine 1 by the player on the ball striking operation handle 30. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal drawing game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The general map 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 a normal symbol (a common symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and 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 is opened. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

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

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

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

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

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

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high-accuracy state and 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 / extinguishing, the operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first 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", the fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as the display result of the 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 symbol may be derived and displayed.

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

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

Further, in the image display device 5, 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). It takes in a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering and transmits it 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 the 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 for advancing the game (including various flags, various timer states, etc.), as well as the state of the backup flag and the error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, 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 a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. 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, any one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is used by using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. 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 "missing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to 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 pre-opening process for small hits includes a process for setting the large winning opening to be open 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 processing 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 set contents. To execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

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

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

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming 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 winning. 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 087IW)
Next, the feature portion 087IW of this embodiment will be described. In the feature unit 087IW, the gaming state is controlled to either a normal state (non-time saving state) or a time saving state. In this example, in the time-saving state, the average special figure fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, and the average normal map fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, as compared with the normal state. There is a high probability that you will be hit by the average in the ordinary game. For example, while the probability of hitting a normal figure is 10% in the normal state, the probability of hitting a normal figure is increased to 90% in the time saving state, and a game ball wins in the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening). It will be easier to do. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, in the time saving state, the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) can be obtained by lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B as compared with the normal state. It may be configured so that the game ball can easily win a prize.

In this example, the variation display of the second special symbol is likely to be executed in the time saving state, but the small hit probability is increased when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as described later. Since it is configured, the time saving state is easily controlled by the small hit game state.

Further, in this example, when the variable display result becomes a big hit and is controlled to the time saving state after the big hit game ends, or when it is controlled to the time saving state after the big hit game controlled based on the V prize in the small hit game. In addition, even if the variable display result is out of order, the time saving state may be controlled based on the derivation display of the time saving out-of-time symbol.

(Board composition)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature unit 087IW. In the pachinko game machine 1 in the feature unit 087IW, in the game area, the first path of the flow path through which the game ball flows down is mainly provided in the area on the left side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front, and the game is played. Of the flow paths through which the sphere flows, a second path different from the first path is mainly provided in the region on the right side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front.

Hitting a game ball into the left side area (left side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to allow the game ball to flow down the first path is called left-handed hitting. Hitting a game ball into the right side area (right side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to allow the game ball to flow down the second path is called right-handed hitting. Since the first route is a route in which the game ball can flow down by hitting the game ball on the left side of the game area, it may be called a left-handed route. Further, the second route may be called a right-handed route because it is a route in which the game ball can flow down by hitting the game ball on the right side of the game area.

The first route and the second route may be configured by different routes, or may be partially shared routes. The left game area and the right game area may be separated by, for example, the end face of the image display device 5 or the arrangement of game nails in the game area.

When the game ball launched from the ball striking device and driven into the game area in response to the operation of the ball striking handle 30 is guided to the left game area, for example, is guided along an array of game nails. Therefore, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide to the right game area. Further, when the game ball is guided to the right game area, for example, by being guided along the arrangement of the game nails, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide the game ball to the left game area.

A winning ball device 6A constituting the first starting winning opening is provided as a structure in which a game ball hit into the left game area of the game area can enter.

As a structure in which the game ball divided into the right game area of the game area can enter, the passing gate 41, the variable winning ball device 6B constituting the second starting winning opening, and the special variable winning opening constituting the special winning opening A ball device 087IW17 and a special variable winning ball device 7 constituting a large winning opening are provided.

In the left game area, a game nail is planted so that the game ball is guided to the prize ball device 6A in the prize opening structure. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the winning ball device 6A, the player may hit the game ball to the left. Further, in the right game area, a game nail is provided so that the game ball is guided to the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17, and the special variable winning ball device 7 among the winning opening structures. It has been planted. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17, and the special variable winning ball device 7, the player can hit the game ball to the right. Good.

It should be noted that there is a possibility that the game ball hit in the right game area may enter the winning ball device 6A, but from the viewpoint of game playability, the possibility is the game hit in the left game area. It is desirable to make it extremely low compared to the likelihood that the balls will enter them. On the contrary, the game ball hit in the left game area may enter the passing gate 41 and the variable winning ball device 6B, but from the viewpoint of game playability, the possibility is right. It is desirable to make it extremely low compared to the possibility that the game balls struck in the game area will enter them.

The special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is a device for determining V winning of a game ball, which is a condition for generating a big hit when a small hit occurs.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 087IW, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed LED087IW10 is provided below the normal drawing hold indicator 25C. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed notification LED 087IW20 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, the fourth symbol display 087IW21a and 21b are provided on the left side and the right side of the image display device 5, respectively. Of these, the fourth symbol display 087IW21a provided on the left side of the image display device 5 is a display that executes the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol. Further, the fourth symbol display 087IW21b provided on the right side of the image display device 5 is a display that executes the variation display of the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol. In this example, the fourth symbol display 087IW21a and 21b are composed of two LEDs arranged one above the other, and the two LEDs are alternately turned on and off to execute the variable display of the fourth symbol. LED.

(Special variable winning ball device)
FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 in the feature unit 087IW. As shown in FIG. 8-2, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is provided with a plate-shaped bottom member 087IW17a formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows, and the bottom surface member 087IW17a is provided in the small hit game state. The special winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened by moving the bottom member 087IW17a backward from the closed state in which the bottom member 087IW17a is moved forward. The game ball that has won a prize in the special winning opening is detected by the special winning opening switch 087IW24.

In this example, when a game ball wins a prize in the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) and is detected by the count switch 23, 15 prize balls are obtained, whereas a special variable winning ball is obtained. When a game ball wins a prize in the ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening) and is detected by the special winning opening switch 087IW24, three prize balls are obtained.

Further, the bottom member 087IW17a is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 087IW83 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

In the feature unit 087IW, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the game ball winning in the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening) is further provided with a guidance path to the right of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17. Guided by 087IW01. The guidance path 087IW01 is further branched into two paths 087IW02,03, and the game ball guided by the guidance path 087IW01 is guided to the left side path 087IW02 or the right side path 087IW03. The left route 087IW02 is a V winning opening, and the game ball that has won the V winning opening is detected by the V winning opening switch 087IW25.

As shown in FIG. 8-2, a V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is provided near the entrance of the left side route 087IW02 (V winning opening), and the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is guided when the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is in the open state. The game ball guided to the route 087IW01 enters the left route 087IW02 (V winning opening), and the V winning opening is possible. Further, when the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is in the closed state, the game ball guided by the guidance path 087IW01 enters the right side path 087IW03 and is discharged to the back side of the game area.

The V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 087IW84 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

Further, in the feature unit 087IW, when controlled to the small hit game state, the game ball enters the V winning opening 087IW02 during the small hit gaming state, and is detected by the V winning opening switch 087IW25. After the end of the small hit game, it is controlled to the big hit game state.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is formed with a plurality of regulation pieces for reducing the flow speed of the game ball flowing down on the bottom surface member 087IW17a. In this example, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is provided with a regulation piece, so that the game ball that flows down from the upper right to the lower left direction meanders with the movement of the front-back direction component, so that the flow direction of the game ball is changed. Let it change and delay the time it takes to flow down than it would be without the regulatory strip.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2, in the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening), the special winning opening switch 087IW24 is provided on the upstream side, and the V winning opening and the discharging port are provided on the downstream side. Although the case where the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is provided on the V winning opening side is shown, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the V winning opening side and the general winning opening side are branched on the upstream side of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening), and the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is provided on the V winning opening side, and is also general. The special winning opening switch 087IW24 may be provided on the winning opening side.

(Board configuration)
FIG. 8-3 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like in the feature unit 087IW. As shown in FIG. 8-3, in the feature unit 087IW, the switch circuit 110 includes a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and a second start port switch 22B), a count switch 23, and a special winning port. The detection signals from the switch 087IW24 and the V winning opening switch 087IW25 (such as a detection signal indicating that the game ball has passed or entered and the switch is turned on) are 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 sends a solenoid drive signal (for example, a solenoid 81, a solenoid 82, a solenoid 087IW83, a signal for turning on the solenoid 087IW84, etc.) from the game control microcomputer 100 to a solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or a big prize. It is transmitted to the solenoid 82 for the mouth door (special variable winning ball device 7), the solenoid 087IW83 for the special variable winning ball device 087IW17, and the solenoid 087IW84 for the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04.

(Big hit probability, small hit probability, time saving loss probability)
FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the jackpot probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability for each set value. Of these, FIG. 8-4 (A) shows the jackpot probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. Further, FIG. 8-4 (B) shows the jackpot probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. In this example, it is configured so that it can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player (in this example, the jackpot probability is different), and when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is possible to check the current setting value or change the setting value by executing the setting confirmation process or the setting change process. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4, in this example, a case is shown in which the setting can be changed in 6 stages of the setting values "1" to "6". Not only when the setting can be changed in 6 steps, for example, the setting may be changed in 2 to 5 steps, or the setting may be changed in 7 or more steps.

As shown in FIG. 8-4, when the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed, the case where the set value is "1" is the jackpot probability "205/65536". It is the lowest (about 1/320) and is the most unfavorable setting for players. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the jackpot probability "328/65536" is the highest when the set value is "6". It is high (about 1/200), which is the most advantageous setting for the player.

On the other hand, regarding the small hit, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), it is related to any of the set values "1" to "6" when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. There is no small hit probability, which is constant as "164/65536" (about 1/400). Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the small hit probability is high regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6". It is constant as "9362/65536" (about 1/7). That is, in this example, the judgment value for small hit judgment is common regardless of the set value.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the time saving probability is lost regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6". It is constant as "328/65536" (about 1/200). Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the time saving probability is lost regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6". It is constant as "164/65536" (about 1/400). That is, in this example, the determination value for determining the time reduction is the same regardless of the set value.

Even if the jackpot probability is different depending on the set value as described above, while the small hit probability and the time saving loss probability are configured to be constant, as shown in FIG. 8-4, the time saving loss probability May be configured so that the number of determination values for each set value is matched by making the set values "1" to "6" different.

The example shown in FIG. 8-4 is an example, and various modes can be considered as a method of setting the big hit probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability. For example, there may be a case where the small hit probability becomes 0 (that is, a determination value that does not include the determination value corresponding to the small hit). For example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed (FIG. 8-4 (A)), the small hit probability is uniformly set to 0 so that the judgment value for the small hit is not included. You may.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-4, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the time saving probability is about 1/200, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. Shown the case where the time saving loss probability is about 1/400, but conversely, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the time saving loss probability is about 1/400, and the second special symbol When executing the variable display, the time saving loss probability may be configured to be about 1/200.

(Big hit type judgment table, small hit type judgment table)
8-5 (A) and 8-5 (B) are explanatory views showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-5 (A) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-5 (B) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. It is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot to either "6R time saving jackpot A" or "6R time saving jackpot B".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (B), the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. It is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot to "10R time saving jackpot".

The "6R time-saving jackpot A" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until one end of the variation display of the second special symbol or the next big hit occurs.

The "6R time-saving jackpot B" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until the 7th variation display of the second special symbol is completed or the next big hit occurs.

The "10R time-saving jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 10 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until the 7th variation display of the second special symbol is completed or the next big hit occurs.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, there is a 50% probability that "6R time saving big hit A" is determined, and 50 It is determined as "6R time saving jackpot B" with a probability of%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (B), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, it is determined as "10R time saving big hit" with a 100% probability. ..

The jackpot type is not limited to the mode shown in this example. For example, even if the number of time reductions is different (for example, 3 or 5 times) and a plurality of types of time reduction jackpots are provided, or the number of rounds is different (for example, 2 rounds or 4 rounds) and a plurality of types of time reduction jackpots are provided. Good. Further, in this example, the case where only the time-saving jackpot that shifts to the time-saving state after the jackpot game ends is provided, but the non-time-saving jackpot (normal jackpot) that does not shift to the time-saving state after the jackpot game ends is provided. It may be configured. Further, in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the case where the 100R time saving jackpot is determined with a 100% probability is shown, but the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. Even in this case, it may be configured to be determined by a plurality of types of jackpots.

8-5 (C) and 8-5 (D) are explanatory views showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-5 (C) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-5 (D) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), the small hit type determination table for the first special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. Therefore, it is a table referred to for determining the type of small hit to "small hit A".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (D), the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. Therefore, it is a table referred to for determining the type of small hit as either "small hit A" or "small hit B".

"Small hit A" is controlled to the big hit game state of the second to fourth rounds on the condition that the V prize is won during the small hit game (first round), and the time is shortened after the end of the big hit game state. It is a small hit to shift to the state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until one end of the variation display of the second special symbol or the next big hit occurs.

"Small hit B" is controlled to the big hit game state of the second to fourth rounds on the condition that the V prize is won during the small hit game (first round), and the time is shortened after the end of the big hit game state. It is a small hit to shift to the state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until the 7th variation display of the second special symbol is completed or the next big hit occurs.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and a small hit is obtained, "small hit A" is determined with a 100% probability. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (D), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed and a small hit is obtained, it is determined as "small hit A" with a probability of 50%. , 50% chance of being determined as "small hit B".

The small hit type is not limited to the mode shown in this example. For example, a plurality of types of time saving jackpots may be provided with different number of time saving times (for example, 3 times or 5 times). Further, it may be configured to provide a small hit without V winning, which is substantially impossible to win a V during the small hit game and does not shift to the big hit game after the small hit game.

(Time saving type judgment table)
FIG. 8-6 is an explanatory diagram showing a time saving type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-6 (A) shows a specific example of the time saving type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-6 (B) shows a specific example of the time saving type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a symbol that is out of time. , It is a table referred to for determining the time saving type as one of "time saving loss A", "time saving loss B", or "time saving loss C".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a symbol that is out of time. , It is a table referred to for determining the time saving type as one of "time saving loss A", "time saving loss B", or "time saving loss C".

As shown in FIGS. 8-6 (A) and 8-6 (B), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and the time is out of time, and when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed and the time is shortened. In any case of loss, there is a 5% probability that it will be determined as "time saving loss A", a 10% probability that it will be determined as "time saving loss B", and an 85% probability that it will be determined as "time saving loss C". To.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-6, various modes can be considered as a method of determining the time saving type. For example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is determined to be out of time, the probability of determining "time reduction out of C" is increased, while when the variation display of the second special symbol is determined to be out of time, "time reduction is out". The determination ratio of the time saving type may be different between the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol and the case of executing the variable display of the second special symbol, such as increasing the determination probability of "missing A".

FIG. 8-7 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the time saving type. As shown in FIG. 8-7, in this example, in the normal state, the time reduction state is controlled to 99 times when the time reduction is out of A, and the time reduction is 7 when the time reduction is out of B. It is controlled to the time saving state of one time, and when it becomes "time saving out of C", it is controlled to the time saving state of one time saving. Further, in the time saving state, the time saving state is controlled to 99 times in any case of "time saving loss A", "time saving loss B", and "time saving loss C".

The method of controlling the number of time reductions when the time reduction is lost is not limited to that shown in FIG. 8-7. For example, even when the same time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, it is controlled to 100 times in the normal state and 0 times in the time-saving state (that is, in the time-saving state). It may be configured to fall to the normal state). Various modes can be considered as a method of controlling the number of time reductions in the case where the time reduction is lost.

Further, in this example, the case where the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed to shift to the time saving state is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to provide a small hit symbol with a time reduction, and when the small hit symbol with a time reduction is derived and displayed, it may be configured to shift to the time reduction state at the end of the small hit game.

(Open pattern of small hit game)
Next, the opening pattern of the small hit game will be described. FIG. 8-8 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the opening pattern of the small hit game. As shown in FIG. 8-8, when 8 seconds elapse after starting the small hit game at the timing S1 (timing S2), the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is controlled to be in the open state, and then 8 seconds elapse. The open state of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is continued until (see FIG. 8-8 (C)).

In the case of a small hit (small hit A, small hit B), it is set as the time before opening the special winning opening (fanfare time) from the start of the small hit game to the control of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 in the open state. Eight seconds are set, and the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is controlled to the open state, and at the same time, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening) is controlled to the open state. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A), while the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is controlled to be in the open state, the special winning opening is opened four times for 0.016 seconds. Therefore, in the small hit (small hit A, small hit B), the special winning opening of 0.016 seconds is opened four times during the period when the V prize can be won.

In this example, the opening time of each special winning opening in the small hit (small hit A, small hit B) is as short as 0.016 seconds, but as already explained, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 Is formed with a plurality of regulation pieces, and on the bottom member 087IW17a of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17, about 2 to 3 game balls meander and flow down, so even if the opening time is short, the bottom member 087IW17a If is controlled to the open state, the game ball on the bottom member 087IW17a can fall into the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 to win a prize.

If a game ball wins in the special winning opening and wins a V, after the closing time (interval time) and small hit end time (ending time) of a predetermined period have passed after the final opening of the special winning opening is completed, a big hit The game state is entered, and as shown in FIG. 8-8 (B), the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the open state from the second round to the fourth round.

In this example, when the final opening of the special winning opening is completed in the small hit game, the small hit game is ended based on the lapse of the closing time (interval time) and the small hit end time (ending time). Cases are shown, but not limited to such aspects. For example, detection switches capable of detecting a game ball are provided in the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 (special winning opening) at two locations, the upstream side and the downstream side, and after the final closing time (interval time) has elapsed, the upstream side. After waiting until the number of detections of the detection switch on the side and the detection switch on the downstream side match (all the winning game balls are ejected in the special winning opening), the game shifts to the small hit end time (ending time), and the small hit The small hit game may be configured to end when the end time (ending time) has elapsed.

(Variation pattern table)
FIG. 8-9 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature unit 087IW. Of these, FIG. 8-9 (A) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-9 (B) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the second special symbol.

First, the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol will be described with reference to FIG. 8-9 (A). As shown in FIG. 8-9 (A), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, if the variation is displayed during the normal state, the variation pattern PA1-1 (normally) is used as the variation pattern. Fluctuation), Fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (shortening variation), Fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (Normal reach), Fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (Super reach α), Fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (Super reach β) .. Further, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed, if the deviation occurs during the time saving state, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortened fluctuation), the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), and the fluctuation pattern. It is determined to be either PA2-2 (super reach α) or variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (A), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed and a big hit occurs during the normal state, the fluctuation pattern PB1-1 is used as the fluctuation pattern. (Normal reach), fluctuation pattern PB1-2 (super reach α), fluctuation pattern PB1-3 (super reach β) is determined. In addition, when executing the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the time saving state, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PB1-1 (normal reach), the fluctuation pattern PB1-2 (super reach α), and the fluctuation. It is determined to be either pattern PB1-3 (super reach β) or fluctuation pattern PB1-4 (shortening fluctuation).

Next, the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol will be described with reference to FIG. 8-9 (B). As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed and the deviation occurs during the normal state, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 is determined as the fluctuation pattern. Will be done. Further, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, if the variation other than the final variation in the time reduction occurs during the time reduction state, the variation pattern is determined to be the variation pattern PA3-3 (shortened variation). On the other hand, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, if the time reduction final variation causes a deviation during the time reduction state, the variation pattern PA3-2 is determined as the variation pattern. That is, even in the time saving state, when the time saving final fluctuation is performed, the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 having a long fluctuation time of 60 seconds is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, if a big hit occurs during the normal state, the fluctuation pattern PB3-5 is determined as the fluctuation pattern. .. In addition, when executing the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs due to a fluctuation other than the time-saving final fluctuation during the time-saving state, either the fluctuation pattern PB3-1 or the fluctuation pattern PB3-2 is used as the fluctuation pattern. Will be decided. Further, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs in the time reduction final variation during the time reduction state, the variation pattern is determined to be either the variation pattern PB3-3 or the variation pattern PB3-4. To. In this example, when the final fluctuation of the time reduction is a big hit during the time reduction state, the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 has a probability of 70% and the fluctuation time is 15 seconds, and the fluctuation time is 40 seconds with a probability of 30%. And a long fluctuation pattern PB3-3 is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, if a small hit occurs during the normal state, the fluctuation pattern PC3-5 is determined as the fluctuation pattern. To. Further, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs due to a variation other than the time reduction final variation during the time reduction state, either the variation pattern PC3-1 or the variation pattern PC3-2 is used as the variation pattern. Is decided. Further, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs due to the time reduction final variation during the time reduction state, the variation pattern is determined to be either the variation pattern PC3-3 or the variation pattern PC3-4. Will be done. In this example, when the final fluctuation of the time reduction is a small hit during the time reduction state, the fluctuation pattern PC3-4 has a probability of 70% and the fluctuation time is 15 seconds, and the fluctuation time is 40 with a probability of 30%. The fluctuation pattern PC3-3, which is as long as seconds, is determined.

The method of setting the fluctuation pattern is not limited to the mode shown in FIG. 8-9. For example, even in the same time saving state, the selection probability of the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 (shortening fluctuation) is higher in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot than in the time saving state controlled via the time saving deviation. It may be configured so that the average fluctuation time is shortened. On the contrary, for example, even in the same time saving state, in the time saving state controlled via the time saving deviation, the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 (shortening fluctuation) is different from that in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot. It may be configured so that the selection probability is high and the average fluctuation time is short.

Further, in this example, in the normal symbol process process (step S26), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the variation display result of the normal symbol is a hit (per ordinary symbol), and based on the determination result, the normal symbol is displayed. The control to execute the variable display is performed. In this example, it is decided that the normal state has a 10% probability of hitting the normal figure, and the time saving state has a 90% probability. It is decided that it will be a hit with a probability. Further, the CPU 103 controls the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) in the open state based on the determination that the normal symbol hit is achieved in the normal symbol process process (step S26).

(Game flow)
Here, the flow of the game in the feature unit 087IW will be described. In this example, when the game state is the normal state (normal state (non-time saving state)), the player performs a game ball launch operation (so-called left-handed) aiming at the left side of the game area. In this example, the game ball that has entered the left area of the game area cannot or is difficult to win in the second start winning opening, and since the probability of hitting a normal figure is low in the normal state, the game is played in the second starting winning opening. It is extremely rare for a ball to win a prize, and in most cases, a variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Therefore, in this example, small hits rarely occur during the normal state.

Next, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the normal state (rarely, the jackpot symbol may be derived and displayed in the variable display of the second special symbol), the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed. It is controlled to the game state (so-called first hit big hit game state). Then, after the end of the jackpot gaming state, the gaming state is controlled to the time saving state, and the time saving state is maintained until the variation display of 1 time or 7 times is completed.

When controlled to the time saving state, the player performs a firing operation (so-called right-handed) of the game ball aiming at the right side of the game area. In this example, the game ball that has entered the right area of the game area cannot or is difficult to win in the first start winning opening, and the probability of hitting a normal figure is high in a short time state (and the second special symbol). The variable display is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol), and the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in most cases. Therefore, in this example, in the time saving state, there is a 1/7 probability of a small hit (see FIG. 8-4 (B)).

After shifting to the time saving state, if a small hit occurs and a V prize is won by the time the fluctuation display of 1 or 7 times is completed (by the time the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied), a big hit after the V prize is won. After the game is finished, the time saving state is controlled again, and the time saving state is maintained until the variation display of 1 or 7 times is finished. Therefore, in this example, if the time saving state continues, it is easy to be controlled by the big hit game via the small hit, and the continuous villa state where the big hit is likely to occur continuously. On the other hand, when the variable display of 1 or 7 times is finished and the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied, the time saving state is ended and the normal state is returned (the continuous villa state is ended).

Further, in this example, in the time saving state, a small hit is generated with a certain probability of 1/7 by executing the variable display of the second special symbol. Therefore, a big hit is made by winning a V during the small hit game. The basic flow of the gaming machine is to aim for the occurrence of, but there is a case where a 10R time-saving big hit (so-called direct hit) occurs with a probability of 1/200.

(Direction control command)
8-10 and 8-11 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control CPU 120. In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-10 and 8-11, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command for designating a variation pattern of the decorative symbol that is variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. (Fluctuating pattern command). The effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for designating the fluctuation start. Therefore, when any of the commands 80XX (H) is received, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start the variable display of the decorative symbol.

The command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 designation command) (missing designation command) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variation pattern command is out of line (no time reduction). is there.

The command 9001 (H) is an effect control command (display result 2 designation command) (time saving A designation command) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the time saving deviation A. is there. The command 9002 (H) is an effect control command (display result 3 designation command) (time saving B designation command) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the time saving deviation B. is there. The command 9003 (H) is an effect control command (display result 4 designation command) (time saving C designation command) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the time saving deviation C. is there.

Command 9004 (H) is an effect control command (display result 5 designation command (6R time reduction jackpot A designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is 6R time reduction jackpot A. Is. Command 9005 (H) is an effect control command that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is 6R time-saving jackpot B (display result 6 designation command (6R time-saving jackpot B designation command)). Is. The command 9006 (H) is an effect control command (display result 7 designation command (10R time reduction jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 10R time reduction jackpot. ..

The command 9007 (H) is an effect control command (display result 8 designation command (small hit A designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the small hit A. .. The command 9008 (H) is an effect control command (display result 9 designation command (small hit B designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the small hit B. ..

The command A000 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation A designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 20 seconds. The command A001 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation B designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds. The command A002 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation C designation command) capable of specifying the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and specifying that the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds. Command A003 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation D designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and that the symbol confirmation period is 0.5 seconds. is there.

The command A100 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol confirmation A designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol and that the symbol confirmation period is 20 seconds. The command A101 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol confirmation B designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol and that the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds. The command A102 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol confirmation C designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol and that the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds. The command A103 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol confirmation D designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol and that the symbol confirmation period is 0.5 seconds. is there.

The command B000 (H) is an effect control command (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) for designating the start of the jackpot game. The command B001 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end designation command: ending designation command) for designating the end of the jackpot game.

The command B1XX (H) is an effect control command (display command during the opening of the big winning opening) that specifies the display during the round during the big hit game. The number of rounds to be displayed in "XX" is set. The command B2XX (H) is an effect control command (display command after opening the big winning opening) that specifies the display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the big hit game.

The command B300 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start designation command) for designating the start of the small hit game. The command B301 (H) is an effect control command (small hit end designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game.

The command B400 (H) is an effect control command (a command for designating a prize in the prize opening) that specifies that the game ball has won a prize in the prize opening. The command B401 (H) is an effect control command (special winning opening winning designation command) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the special winning opening. The command B402 (H) is an effect control command (V winning opening winning designation command) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the V winning opening in the special winning opening.

The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C001 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has decreased by one. The command C101 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has decreased by 1.

The command C4XX (H) and the command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning determination result designation commands) indicating the contents of the winning determination result. Of these, the command C4XX (H) is an effect control command that indicates whether or not a big hit is made, whether or not a small hit is made, the type of big hit, and the judgment result of the type of small hit among the judgment results at the time of winning. Design specification command). Further, the command C6XX (H) is an effect control command (variation category command) indicating the determination result of the variation pattern or the variation pattern type among the determination results at the time of winning.

The command E000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that specifies that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state. The command E001 (H) is an effect control command (time saving state A designation command) that specifies that the game state is controlled to the time saving state at the end of the big hit game. The command E002 (H) is an effect control command (time saving state B designation command) that specifies that the gaming state is controlled to the time saving state when the time saving is lost.

The command E100 (H) is an effect control command (right-handed notification start designation command) that specifies to start right-handed notification. The command E101 (H) is an effect control command (right-handed notification end designation command) for designating the end of right-handed notification.

When the effect control CPU 120 (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) mounted on the effect control board 12 receives the above-mentioned effect control command from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11. The display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in 8-10 and 8-11, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the voice control board 13. The effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIGS. 8-10 and 8-11 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. For example, a more detailed effect control command related to the jackpot game and an effect control command indicating the game state (for example, an effect control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

(Special symbol process processing)
FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process processing in the feature unit 087IW. In this example, the start winning determination process (step 087IWS101) is substantially the same as the start winning determination process (step S101) shown in FIG. Further, the special symbol normal process (step 087IWS110) to the special symbol stop process (step 087IWS113) are substantially the same as the special symbol normal process (step S110) to the special symbol stop process (step S113) shown in FIG. However, in this example, when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, the process proceeds to the small hit opening preprocessing (step 087IWS114). Further, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed (so-called direct hit), the process proceeds to the jackpot opening preprocessing (step 087IWS117).

Small hit release pre-processing (step 087IWS114): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 100 executes a process of controlling the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 to the open state, and changes the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) to the small hit open process (step). It is updated to a value (5 in this example) according to (087IWS115).

Small hit opening process (step 087IWS115): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. If the opening time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is open, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is controlled to be in the closed state, and the closing time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is closed and is still open. When the number of times remains, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is controlled to be in the open state. Further, when the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is reached, the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is controlled to be in the open state, and when the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is reached, the V winning opening opening / closing plate is opened. 087IW04 is controlled to the closed state. Further, it is confirmed whether or not the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is turned on, and if the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is turned on, the V winning opening flag is set. When all the opening of the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is completed and the closing time (interval time) has elapsed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to the value corresponding to the small hit closing post-processing (step 087IWS116) (step 087IWS116). In this example, update to 6).

Small hit closing post-processing (step 087IWS116): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. When the V winning flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (7 in this example) corresponding to the jackpot opening preprocessing (step 087IWS117). If the V winning flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 087IWS110).

The jackpot opening pre-processing (step 087IWS117) to jackpot end processing (step 087IWS120) is substantially the same as the jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) to jackpot end processing (step S117) shown in FIG.

In this example, when the game is determined to be a big hit and the big hit / small hit symbol is derived and displayed, or after a V prize is generated during the small hit game and the small hit game is completed, the game immediately shifts to the big hit game. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, instead of immediately shifting to the jackpot game, the game is configured to shift to the jackpot game on the condition that the game ball has passed through the operating gate (which may also be used as the passing gate 41) provided in the game area. May be good.

(Starting prize judgment process)
FIG. 8-13 is a flowchart showing the start winning determination process (step 087IWS101). In the start winning prize determination process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first confirms whether or not the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (step 087IWS1211). If the first start port switch 22A is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1221. When the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first hold storage for counting the first hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 087IWS1212).

If the first hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increments the value of the first hold storage number counter by 1 (step 087IWS1213). Further, the CPU 103 increases the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total number of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number by 1 (step 087IWS1214). Next, the CPU 103 extracts a value from a counter for generating each random number such as a hit determination random number, a type determination random number, and a fluctuation pattern determination random number, and stores them in a storage area in the first hold storage buffer. The process is executed (step 087IWS1215). A storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of first reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the first reserved storage buffer and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process of preliminarily determining the variation display result and the variation pattern when the variation based on the detected start winning is subsequently executed (step 087IWS1216). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 087IWS1217), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1217). Step 087IWS1218). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1219). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1221.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (step 087IWS1221). If the second start port switch 22B is not in the ON state, the process ends as it is. When the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold storage for counting the second hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 087IWS1222).

If the second hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increments the value of the second hold storage number counter by 1 (step 087IWS1223). Further, the CPU 103 increases the value of the total pending storage counter by 1 (step 087IWS1224). Next, the CPU 103 extracts a value from a counter for generating each random number such as a hit determination random number, a type determination random number, and a fluctuation pattern determination random number, and stores them in a storage area in the second hold storage buffer. The process is executed (step 087IWS1225). A storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of second reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process (step 087IWS1226). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 087IWS1227), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1227). Step 087IWS1228). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1229). Then, the start winning determination process is completed.

(Special design normal processing)
8-14 and 8-15 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step 087IWS110) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step 087IWS51). Specifically, the count value of the total hold storage number counter for counting the total number of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number is confirmed. If the total number of reserved storages is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second number of reserved storages is 0 (step 087IWS52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second hold storage number counter for counting the second hold storage number is 0. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 103 is a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to the data indicating "second" (step 087IWS53). If the second reserved storage number is 0 (that is, when only the first reserved storage number is accumulated), the CPU 103 sets the data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step 087IWS54).

In this feature unit 087IW, by executing the processes of steps 087IWS52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed with respect to the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is controlled to be satisfied in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

Not limited to the mode shown in this example, for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed in the order in which the game balls are won in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. It may be configured as follows.

Next, the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 102 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102 (step 087IWS55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 has each random number stored in the storage area corresponding to the first hold storage number = 1 in the first hold storage number buffer. The numerical value is read out and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = 1 in the second reserved storage number buffer. Is stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102.

Then, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the hold storage counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step 087IWS56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first hold storage counter, and each storage area in the first hold storage buffer. Shift the contents of. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second reserved storage counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved storage buffer are shifted.

That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 has a storage area corresponding to the first hold storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first hold storage number buffer of the RAM 102. Each random value stored in is stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n-1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", it is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102. Each random value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n-1.

Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved storage number (or each second reserved storage number) is always the first reserved storage number (or the first reserved storage number). The order of the second reserved memory) = 1, 2, 3, 4 is matched.

Then, the CPU 103 reduces the value of the total pending storage number by 1. That is, the count value of the total pending storage counter is subtracted by 1 (step 087IWS57). The CPU 103 stores the value of the total pending storage counter before the count value is subtracted by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 reads the hit determination random number from the random number buffer area (step 087IWS61) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 087IWS62). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the hit determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step 087IWS101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs a big hit determination. The jackpot determination module is a program that compares a predetermined jackpot determination value (see FIG. 8-4) with a hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining a jackpot if they match. That is, it is a program that executes a jackpot determination process. When the value of the random number for hit determination matches any of the jackpot determination values, the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a jackpot. If it is decided to make a big hit (Y in step 087IWS63), the process proceeds to step 087IWS64. On the other hand, if it is decided not to make a big hit (N in step 087IWS63), the process proceeds to step 087IWS66. It should be noted that deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit game state, but deciding whether or not to make the stop symbol on the special symbol display a big hit symbol. But also.

In step 087IWS64, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot. Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (6R time-saving jackpot A, 6R time-saving jackpot B, 10R time-saving jackpot B) corresponding to the value matching the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the jackpot type (6R time-saving jackpot A, 6R time-saving jackpot B, 10R time-saving jackpot). Step 087IWS65). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the type determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step 087IWS101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and determines the jackpot type. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS74.

On the other hand, in step 087IWS66, the CPU 103 selects the small hit determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer. In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the small hit determination table for the first special symbol is selected, and when the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "second". Select the small hit determination table for the second special symbol. Then, the CPU 103 uses the selected small hit determination table to perform a lottery process based on the hit determination random number, and determines whether or not to make a small hit (step 087IWS67). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-4, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, it is determined as a small hit with a probability of about 1/400, and the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed. When executed, it is determined as a small hit with a probability of about 1/7.

When it is decided to make a small hit (Y in step 087IWS68), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step 087IWS69). Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (small hit A or small hit B) corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the small hit type (step 087IWS70). In this case, the CPU 103 reads the type determination random number extracted in the start winning determination process (step 087IWS101) and stored in advance in the second hold storage buffer, and determines the small hit type. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS74.

Unless it is decided to make a small hit (N in step 087IWS68), the CPU 103 uses a time saving loss determination table for determining whether or not to make a time saving deviation, and draws a lot based on a random number for determining the time saving. The process is performed to determine whether or not the time reduction is lost (step 087IWS71). In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the time saving loss determination table for the first special symbol is selected, and it is determined that the time saving is lost with a probability of about 1/200. (See FIG. 8-4 (A)). If the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the time saving loss determination table for the second special symbol is selected, and it is determined that the time saving is lost with a probability of about 1/400 (). See Figure 8-4 (B)).

When it is determined to be out of time (Y in step 087IWS72), the CPU 103 uses the type corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the random number for type determination stored in the random number buffer area (out of time A or out of time). B, time saving loss C) is determined as the type of time saving loss (step 087IWS73). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the type determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step S101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and determines the time saving type. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS74.

In step 087IWS73, the time saving type determination is performed using the type determination random number and the common type determination random number used in the big hit type determination in step 087IWS65 and the small hit type determination in step 087IWS70.

Next, the CPU 103 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type, the small hit type, and the time saving type (step 087IWS74). In this case, for example, if it is decided to use the 6R time-saving jackpot A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "3", and if it is decided to use the 6R time-saving jackpot B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is set to "3". If it is decided to be "5" and it is decided to make a 10R time saving big hit, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided to be "7", and if it is decided to be a small hit A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided. If it is decided to be "1" and it is decided to be a small hit B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "9", and if it is decided to be the time saving out of A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is set. If it is decided to be "2" and it is decided to be the time saving out of B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided to be "4", and if it is decided to be the time saving out of C, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided. If it is decided to be "6" and it is decided to be out of the way (no time reduction), the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "-". Further, the CPU 103 stores the determined stop symbol of the special symbol in the stop symbol storage area provided in the RAM 102 (step 087IWS75).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (step 087IWS76). If the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (that is, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol), the CPU 103 determines the variation of the second special symbol during the time saving state. It is confirmed whether or not the value of the time reduction counter for counting the number of times the display is executed is 0 (step 087IWS77). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0 (that is, if it is in the time reduction state), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the time reduction counter value (step 087IWS78), and the value of the time reduction counter after the subtraction becomes 0. It is confirmed whether or not (step 087IWS79). If the value of the time saving counter after subtraction is 0 (that is, if the current fluctuation display is the time saving final fluctuation), the CPU 103 has decided to end the time saving state at the end of this fluctuation. The indicated time saving end determination flag is set (step 087IWS80).

In this example, even if the value of the time reduction counter is determined to be 0 in step 087IWS79, the time reduction flag is maintained and the time reduction state is continued only by setting the time reduction end determination flag at this stage. Then, the time saving flag A and the time saving flag B are reset at the timing of ending the variation display, and the time saving state is ended (see step 087IWS1147 described later).

Further, in this example, by executing the processes of steps 087IWS76 to S80, the variation display of the second special symbol for the number of time reductions (1 time, 7 times, or 99 times in this example) is completed. The time saving end determination flag is set based on this, and then the time saving state is ended at the timing when the fluctuation display is ended.

Although not shown in this example, a counter for counting the number of executions of the total variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is provided in addition to the time reduction counter. By updating the counter, the process of ending the time saving state is also executed based on the fact that the total number of times of the fluctuation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has reached 99 times. However, in this example, since the variation display of the second special symbol is almost executed in the time saving state, it is based on the fact that the total number of executions of the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has reached 99 times. There is almost no case of ending the time saving state.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step 087IWS111) (step 087IWS81).

(Variation pattern setting process)
FIG. 8-16 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step 087IWS111) in the special symbol process process. In the variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) first confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (step 087IWS1701). .. If the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (that is, when executing the variable display of the second special symbol), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the time saving end determination flag is set. (Step 087IWS1702). If the time saving end determination flag is set (that is, if the time saving final variation), the CPU 103 selects a variation pattern table for the time saving final variation according to the display result as a table for determining the variation pattern. (Step 087IWS1703).

By executing the process of step 087IWS1705 described later using the fluctuation pattern table selected in step 087IWS1703, if there is a deviation in the time saving final fluctuation, the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 is determined, and the time saving final fluctuation becomes a big hit. In some cases, the fluctuation pattern PB3-3 or the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is determined, and in the case of a small hit in the time saving final fluctuation, the fluctuation pattern PC3-3 or the fluctuation pattern PC3-4 is determined.

If the value of the special symbol pointer is not a value indicating "second" in step 087IWS1701 (that is, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol), or in step 087IWS1702, the time saving end determination flag is set. If not (that is, it is not the time-saving final variation), the CPU 103 selects a variation pattern table according to the gaming state and the display result as a table for determining the variation pattern (step 087IWS1704).

Next, the CPU 103 shows FIG. 8-9 based on the variation pattern table determined to be used in steps 087IWS1703 and S1704 and the variation pattern determination random number stored in the first special symbol determination buffer. It is determined which of the shown fluctuation patterns is used (step 087IWS1705). In this example, by determining the fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation time of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined. After determining the fluctuation time, the fluctuation pattern in which the determined fluctuation time is set may be selected from a plurality of fluctuation patterns.

When the variation pattern is determined, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the variation pattern command indicating the determined variation pattern to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1706).

Further, when the fluctuation time (variation pattern) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is determined in step 087IWS1705, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the fluctuation time timer and measures the fluctuation time. (Step 087IWS1707), and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A or the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is started (step 087IWS1708). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation processing (step 087IWS1709).

(Special symbol variation processing)
8-17 and 8-18 are flowcharts showing a special symbol variation process (step 087IWS112) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first determines whether or not to make a big hit, and then decides whether or not to make a small hit, if it has not yet been transmitted. As a result, one of the display result specification commands (display result 1 designation command to display result 9 designation command) is executed by the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the big hit type, the determination result of the small hit type, and the determination result of the time saving type. Is controlled to be transmitted to (step 087IWS1121).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step 087IWS1122), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step 087IWS1123), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is determined to be out of time (step). 087IWS1124). It should be noted that whether or not it is determined that the time reduction is out of time can be determined, for example, by confirming the stop symbol of the special symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 087IWS75.

If it is determined that the time is out of time, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED087IW10 (step 087IWS1125). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1126).

By executing the process of step 087IWS1125, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed LED 087IW10 is started to light at the start of the symbol determination period.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set (step 087IWS1127). If neither the time saving flag A nor the time saving flag B is set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 measures the fixed display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. A value corresponding to "20 seconds" is set in the fixed period timer (step 087IWS1128). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 20 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1129). In this case, if the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation A designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation A designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

If the time reduction flag A or the time reduction flag B is set (that is, in the time reduction state), the CPU 103 measures the symbol confirmation period for measuring the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. A value corresponding to "10 seconds" is set in the timer (step 087IWS1130). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation B designation command or the second symbol confirmation B designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1131). In this case, if the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation B designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation B designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

Unless it is determined to be out of time (N in step 087IWS1124), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time reduction end determination flag is set (step 087IWS1132). If the time saving end determination flag is set (that is, when the time saving final variation is terminated), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the variation display ending this time is out of order (step 087IWS1133). .. Whether or not the fluctuation display ending this time is out of order is determined by, for example, checking whether or not the big hit flag and the small hit flag are set, and if neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set. It may be determined that it is out of alignment. If the variation display that ends this time is out of order, the CPU 103 responds to "10 seconds" in the symbol confirmation period timer for measuring the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Set the value (step 087IWS1134). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation B designation command or the second symbol confirmation B designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1135). In this case, if the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation B designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation B designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

On the other hand, if the fluctuation display ending this time is not out of place (that is, if it is a big hit fluctuation or a small hit fluctuation), a value corresponding to "0.5 seconds" is set in the symbol confirmation period timer (step 087IWS1136). ). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation D designation command or the second symbol confirmation D designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 0.5 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1137). .. In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation D designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation D designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

By executing the processing of steps 087IWS1133 to S1137, in this example, in the case of the final variation in time reduction, a long period of 10 seconds is set as the symbol confirmation period if it is out of order, and other big hits and small hits. If this is the case, the normal 0.5 second is set as the symbol confirmation period.

If the time saving end determination flag is not set (N in step 087IWS1125), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set (step 087IWS1138). If neither the time saving flag A nor the time saving flag B is set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". (Step 087IWS1139). If the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is terminated), the CPU 103 makes a small hit for the variation display that ends this time. It is confirmed whether or not it is a thing (step 087IWS1140). Whether or not the variation display ending this time is a small hit can be determined by checking, for example, whether or not the small hit flag is set. If the variation display that ends this time is a small hit, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to "5 seconds" in the symbol determination period timer (step 087IWS1141). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation C designation command or the second symbol confirmation C designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1142). In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation C designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation C designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

On the other hand, when the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set in step 087IWS1138 (that is, when the time saving state is set), or when the value of the special symbol pointer is not a value indicating "second" in step 087IWS1139. (That is, when the variation display of the first special symbol is terminated), when the variation display terminated this time in step 087IWS1140 is not a small hit (that is, when it is a big hit variation or an out-of-order variation), the CPU 103 A value corresponding to "0.5 seconds" is set in the symbol confirmation period timer (step 087IWS1143). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation D designation command or the second symbol confirmation D designation command that can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 0.5 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1144). .. In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation D designation command, and the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second". In this case, control is performed to send the second symbol confirmation D designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS1145.

By executing the processes of steps 087IWS1138 to S1144, in this example, in the fluctuations other than the time-saving out-of-time fluctuation and the time-saving final fluctuation, if the small hit fluctuation is executed in the second special symbol during the normal state, the symbol A long period of 5 seconds is set as the confirmation period, and a normal 0.5 second is set as the symbol confirmation period otherwise.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving end determination flag is set (step 087IWS1145). If the time saving end determination flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the set time saving end determination flag (step 087IWS1146). Further, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B and ends the time saving state (step 087IWS1147).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed LED087IW10 (step 087IWS1148). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1149). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS1150).

In this example, by executing the process of steps 087IWS1145-S1150, the time saving final variation shifts to the normal state at the start of the symbol determination period and ends the right-handed notification. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, in the time saving final fluctuation, it may be configured to shift to the normal state and end the right-handed notification at the start of the fluctuation or the end of the symbol fixing period.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop processing (step 087IWS113) (step 087IWS1151).

(Special symbol stop processing)
8-19 and 8-20 are flowcharts showing a special symbol stop process (step 087IWS113) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol stop processing, the CPU 103 first subtracts 1 from the value of the symbol confirmation period timer (step 087IWS131), and confirms whether or not the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 087IWS132). ..

If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after subtraction is not 0 (that is, if the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol has not ended), the special symbol stop process is terminated. To do. If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after subtraction is 0 (that is, if the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol has ended), the jackpot flag is set in the CPU 103. It is confirmed whether or not it has been performed (step 087IWS133). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103, if set, counts the number of times the time saving flag A, the time saving flag B, and the variation display of the second frozen symbol in the time saving state are executed. Reset the counter (step 087IWS134).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED087IW10 (step 087IWS135). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS136).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS137). Next, the CPU 103 sets a large winning opening pre-opening time timer for measuring the large winning opening pre-opening time (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the open state (step 087IWS138). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release preprocessing (step 087IWS139).

If the big hit flag is not set (N in step 087IWS133), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step 087IWS146). When the small hit flag is set, the small hit start designation command is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS147). Next, the CPU 103 uses a special winning opening pre-opening time timer for measuring the special winning opening pre-opening time (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is controlled to the open state, and a small hit fanfare time (book). In the example, a value corresponding to (8 seconds) is set (step 087IWS148). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step 087IWS114) (step 087IWS149).

If the small hit flag is not set (that is, if it is out of order), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is the case that the time saving is out of order (step 087IWS152). It should be noted that whether or not it is determined that the time reduction is out of time can be determined, for example, by confirming the stop symbol of the special symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 087IWS75. Unless it is decided to be out of time (that is, in the case of out of time (no time reduction)), the process proceeds to step 087IWS164.

If it is determined that the time reduction is off, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time reduction flag A or the time reduction flag B is set (step 087IWS153). If neither the time saving flag A nor the time saving flag B is set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 sets "99" in the time saving number counter if it is out of time saving A (Y in step 087IWS154). (Step 087IWS155). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS160.

If it is not the time reduction A, the CPU 103 sets "7" in the time reduction counter if it is the time reduction B (Y in step 087IWS156) (step 087IWS157). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS160.

If it is not the time reduction B (that is, if it is the time reduction C), the CPU 103 sets "1" in the time reduction counter (step 087IWS158). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS160.

If the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set (that is, in the time saving state), the CPU 103 sets "99" in the time saving number counter (step 087IWS159). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS160.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag A if it is set (step 087IWS160). Further, the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag B and controls the time saving state (step 087IWS161). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state B designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS162). Further, the CPU 103 controls an external device such as a hall computer to start external output of two jackpot signals (step 087IWS163).

By executing the processing of steps 087IWS161 and S162, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, it is controlled to the time-saving state at the end of the symbol confirmation period, and the time-saving state B designation command is issued. By being transmitted, the background image can be switched according to the time saving state via the time saving deviation. Further, by executing the process of step 087IWS163, the external output of the jackpot 2 signal is started at the end of the symbol determination period.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 087IWS110) (step 087IWS164).

In this example, as external output signals, for example, a jackpot 1 signal, a jackpot 2 signal, a jackpot 3 signal, and a fluctuation stop signal are output. Of these, the jackpot 1 signal is a signal that is output externally during the jackpot game. Further, the jackpot 2 signal is a signal that is output externally during the jackpot game and the time saving state. Further, the jackpot 3 signals are signals that are output externally during the symbol determination period that is out of time. The fluctuation stop signal is a signal that is output externally at the start of the symbol determination period.

In this example, in addition to the case where the game is shifted to the time saving state at the end of the big hit game, the time saving out-of-time symbol may be derived and displayed even when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed. At the end of the symbol determination period, the external output of the jackpot 2 signal is started (see step 087IWS163).

(Pre-processing for small hit opening)
FIG. 8-21 is a flowchart showing a small hit opening pre-processing (step 087IWS114) in the special symbol process processing. In the small hit opening pre-processing, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the special winning opening pre-opening time timer has timed out (step 087IWS401). If the time timer before opening the special winning opening has not timed out (that is, the fanfare time has not elapsed), the process ends as it is.

If the time before opening the special winning opening time timer has timed out (that is, if the fanfare time has elapsed), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 087IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 to the open state (that is, if the fanfare time has elapsed). Step 087IWS402). Further, the CPU 10103 sets a value corresponding to the first opening time (0.016 seconds in this example) of the special winning opening in the opening time timer (step 087IWS403).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit opening process (step 087IWS115) (step 087IWS404).

(Processing during small hit opening)
FIG. 8-22 is a flowchart showing a small hit opening process (step 087IWS115) in the special symbol process process. In the small hit opening process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the special winning opening switch 087IW24 is turned on (step 087IWS421). If the special winning opening switch 087IW24 is in the ON state (that is, if the winning of the game ball to the special winning opening is detected), the CPU 103 issues a special winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120. Control to transmit (step 087IWS422).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is turned on (step 087IWS423). If the V winning opening switch 087IW25 is in the ON state (that is, if the winning of the game ball to the V winning opening is detected), the CPU 103 issues a V winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120. Control to transmit (step 087IWS424). Further, the CPU 103 sets a V winning flag indicating that the V winning has been made (step 087IWS425).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 has come (step 087IWS426). Whether or not the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 has been determined is determined by, for example, the time after the timer is set when the small hit game is started and the small hit game is started (in this example). , 8 seconds) can be determined by confirming whether or not it has been reached. When the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is reached, the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 087IW84 and controls the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 to the open state (step 087IWS427).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 has come (step 087IWS428). Whether or not the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 has been determined is determined by, for example, setting a timer when the opening of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is started, and starting the opening of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04. It can be determined by confirming whether or not the time from the time has reached a predetermined time (8 seconds in this example). If the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 is reached, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 087IW84 and controls the V winning opening opening / closing plate 087IW04 to be closed (step 087IWS429).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the special winning opening is 0 (step 087IWS430). If the value of the open time timer is not 0 (that is, if the special winning opening is being opened), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the open time timer (step 087IWS431), and the value of the open time timer after the subtraction is It is confirmed whether or not it is 0 (step 087IWS432). If the value of the open time timer is 0, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 087IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 in the closed state (step 087IWS433). Further, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined closing time (a value corresponding to the interval time (step 087IWS434) in the closing time timer for measuring the closing time after opening the special winning opening, and ends the process.

If the opening time timer is 0 in step 087IWS430 (that is, if the special winning opening is closed), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the closing time timer value (step 087IWS435), and the value of the closing time timer after the subtraction. It is confirmed whether or not is 0 (step 087IWS436). If the value of the closing time timer is 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not all the opening of the special winning openings has already been completed (step 087IWS437). In this example, if the special winning opening has already been opened four times, it is determined as Y in step 087IWS437, and the process proceeds to step 087IWS440.

If all the special winning openings have not been opened (that is, if the 2nd to 4th opening remains), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 087IW83 and opens the special variable winning ball device 087IW17. (Step 087IWS438). Further, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the opening time (0.016 seconds in this example) in the closing time timer (step 087IWS439). Then, the process ends.

If all the special winning openings have been opened (Y in step 087IWS437), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit closing post-processing (step 087IWS116) (step 087IWS440). ).

(Post-processing after closing small hits)
FIG. 8-23 is a flowchart showing the small hit closing post-processing (step 087IWS116) in the special symbol process processing. In the small hit closing post-processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step 087IWS451), and if the small hit end display timer is set, proceeds to step 087IWS453. When the small hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 displays on the small hit end display timer corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed on the image display device 5 (small hit end display time). A value corresponding to the time is set (step 087IWS452), and the process ends.

In step 087IWS453, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step 087IWS454). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the small hit end display time has elapsed, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning flag is set (step 087IWS455). When the V winning flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag and the time saving number counter if it is set (step 087IWS456). Further, the CPU 103 resets the V winning flag (step 087IWS457). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS458). Further, the CPU 103 sets a timer for the time before opening the big winning opening (step 087IWS459).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot start pre-processing (step 087IWS117) (step 087IWS460).

When it is confirmed that the V winning flag is not set in the process of step 087IWS456, the CPU 103 resets the small hit flag (step 087IWS461). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the small hit end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS462). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 087IWS110) (step 087IWS463).

(Big hit end processing)
FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step 087IWS121) 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 087IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 087IWS535. When the big hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the big hit flag or the small hit flag (step 087IWS532), and controls to transmit the big hit end designation command (step 087IWS533). Then, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is performed in the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) in the jackpot end display timer (step 087IWS534), and performs processing. finish.

In step 087IWS535, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the jackpot end display timer. 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 087IWS536). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 087IWS536), the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag A and controls the time saving state (step 087IWS537). Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot that ends this time is a jackpot based on a 6R time-saving jackpot A or a V prize during a small hit game based on the small hit A (step 087IWS538). Whether or not the 6R time-saving big hit A or small hit A can be determined, for example, by confirming the stop symbol of the special symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 087IWS75. If it is a big hit based on a 6R time saving big hit A or a small hit game based on the small hit A and a V prize is won, the CPU 103 sets "1" in the time saving number counter (step 087IWS539). If it is neither a 6R time-saving jackpot nor a jackpot based on winning a V during a small hit game based on a small hit A (that is, a V during a 6R time-saving jackpot B, a 10R time-saving jackpot, or a small hit B based on a small hit B). If it is a big hit based on winning a prize), the CPU 103 sets "7" in the time reduction counter (step 087IWS540). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state A designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 087IWS541).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 087IWS110) (step 087IWS542).

(State transition)
Next, the state transition in the feature unit 087IW will be described. FIG. 8-25 is a state transition diagram for explaining the state transition in the feature unit 087IW. As shown in FIG. 8-25, in the normal state, when the time saving big hit (6R time saving big hit A, 6R time saving big hit B, 10R time saving big hit) is reached, it is controlled to the time saving state A (time saving state via the big hit). (See step 087IWS537). Further, in the normal state, when a small hit (small hit A, small hit B) occurs, it is controlled to the small hit game state, and even when a V prize is won during the small hit game and the state shifts to the big hit game state. After the jackpot game is completed, the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) is controlled (see step 087IWS537). Further, in the normal state, even if the symbol is out of time, it is controlled to the time reduction state B (time reduction state via the time reduction deviation) when the time reduction deviation symbol is derived and displayed (see step 087IWS161).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-25, in the time saving state A, when the time saving jackpot is reached, the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) is controlled again (see step 087IWS537). Further, in the time saving state A, when a small hit (small hit A, small hit B) occurs, it is controlled to the small hit game state, and even when a V prize is won during the small hit game and the state shifts to the big hit game state. After the jackpot game is completed, the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) is controlled again (see step 087IWS537). Further, in the time saving state A, even if it is out of time, it is controlled to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving out) when the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed (see step 087IWS161). Further, in the time saving state A, when the variation display of the number of time saving times (1 time or 7 times depending on the big hit type and the small hit type) is completed without the big hit occurring, it is controlled to the normal state (step 087IWS1147). reference).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-25, in the time saving state B, when the time saving big hit occurs, the time saving state A (time saving state via the big hit) is controlled (see step 087IWS537). In addition, in the time saving state B, when a small hit (small hit A, small hit B) occurs, it is controlled to the small hit game state, and even when a V prize is won during the small hit game and the state shifts to the big hit game state. After the jackpot game is completed, the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) is controlled (see step 087IWS537). Further, in the time saving state B, even if the time saving state B is out of order, if the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving out of time) is controlled again (see step 087IWS161). Further, in the time saving state B, when the variation display of the number of time saving times (1, 7, or 99 times depending on the time saving type) is completed without the occurrence of a big hit, it is controlled to the normal state (step 087IWS1147). reference).

In this example, when the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state A, the case is uniformly shifted to the time saving state B, but the control mode is not limited to such a control mode. For example, the remaining number of times of the current time reduction is compared with the number of time reductions corresponding to the determined time reduction type, and if the remaining number of times of the current time reduction is larger, the current time reduction state A is configured to continue as it is. You may.

Further, in this example, when a time saving jackpot occurs during the time saving state B, the case of uniformly shifting to the time saving state A is shown, but the control mode is not limited to such a control mode. For example, the remaining number of times of the current time reduction may be compared with the number of time reductions corresponding to the time reduction jackpot, and if the remaining number of times of the current time reduction is larger, the current time reduction state B may be continued as it is. ..

(Main processing of production control)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 8-26 is a flowchart showing a specific example of the effect control main process in the feature unit 087IW. In FIGS. 8-26, the processes of steps S71 to S76 are the same as those processes shown in FIG.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the fourth symbol process process (step 087IWS701). In this example, by executing the fourth symbol process process of step 087IWS701, the image display device 5 synchronizes with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in addition to the variable display of the decorative symbol. The variable display of the fourth symbol is executed. In this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed on the fourth symbol display 087IW21a provided on the left side of the image display device 5. When the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed on the fourth symbol display 087IW21b provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the small symbol process process (step 087IWS702). In this example, by executing the small symbol process process of step 087IWS702, the image display device 5 synchronizes with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in addition to the variable display of the decorative symbol. In the image display device 5, a variable display of small symbols in a reduced manner of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols is executed.

The process of step S77 is the same as the process of step S77 shown in FIG.

When the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed, the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed by alternately turning on and off the two LEDs arranged above and below on the fourth symbol display 087IW21a and 21b. Will be done.

When the fluctuation time is completed, the stop symbol of the fourth symbol is confirmed and displayed at the start of the symbol determination period. In this case, in the case of a big hit, the two LEDs arranged above and below as the big hit symbol are stopped and displayed in a state of being lit in red. Further, in the case of a small hit, the two LEDs arranged above and below as the small hit symbol are stopped and displayed in a state of being lit in green. In addition, when the time reduction is lost, the two LEDs arranged above and below as the time reduction deviation symbol are stopped and displayed in a state of being lit in blue. Further, in the case of a loss (no time reduction), a stop display is displayed with the two LEDs arranged above and below as an out-of-order symbol (no time reduction) turned off.

The mode of the stop symbol of the fourth symbol is not limited to the mode shown in this example, and for example, the stop symbol of the fourth symbol is derived and displayed in a mode in which the jackpot type and the time saving type can be distinguished. May be good.

Further, in this example, the case where a dedicated symbol is provided as the time-saving out-of-time symbol of the fourth symbol is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode, and the stop symbol of the fourth symbol is provided in the case of a big hit and the case of time-saving out of time. May be used as a common pattern.

(Command analysis processing)
8-27 to 8-29 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S75). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 087IWS611). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception count counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step 087IWS612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 087IWS613). The reason for +2 is that it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step 087IWS614), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS615). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 087IWS616).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step 087IWS617), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received display result specification command in the display result specification command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS618). ).

The received effect control command is one of the symbol confirmation command (1st symbol confirmation A designation command, 1st symbol confirmation B designation command, 1st symbol confirmation C designation command, 1st symbol confirmation D designation command, 2nd symbol confirmation If it is (step 087IWS619) if it is (A designation command, 2nd symbol confirmation B designation command, 2nd symbol confirmation C designation command, 2nd symbol confirmation D designation command), the effect control CPU 120 responds to the received symbol confirmation designation command. Set the confirmation command reception flag (step 087IWS620). For example, when the first symbol confirmation A designation command is received, the first confirmation A command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the first symbol confirmation B designation command is received, the first confirmation B command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the first symbol confirmation C designation command is received, the first confirmation C command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the first symbol confirmation D designation command is received, the first confirmation D command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation A designation command is received, the second confirmation A command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation B designation command is received, the second confirmation B command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation C designation command is received, the second confirmation C command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation D designation command is received, the second confirmation D command reception flag is set.

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (step 087IWS621), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 087IWS622). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 087IWS623), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 087IWS624).

If the received effect control command is a large winning opening winning designation command (step 087IWS625), the effect control CPU 120 sets the large winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 087IWS626). If the received effect control command is a special winning opening winning designation command (step 087IWS627), the effect control CPU 120 sets the special winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 087IWS628). If the received effect control command is a V winning opening winning designation command (step 087IWS629), the effect control CPU 120 sets the V winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 087IWS630).

If the received effect control command is one of the symbol specification commands (step 087IWS631), the effect control CPU 120 first transmits the received symbol specification command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area of (step 087IWS632).

If the received effect control command is one of the variable category commands (step 087IWS633), the effect control CPU 120 uses the received variable category command in the storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol specification command is stored (step 087IWS634).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage addition designation command (step 087IWS635), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received first hold memory addition designation command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol specification command and the variable category command are stored in the storage area of (step 087IWS636). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS637). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the first hold storage display (display in which the first hold storage number can be specified) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first hold storage number after addition (display that can specify the first hold storage number). Step 087IWS638).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage addition designation command (step 087IWS639), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received second hold memory addition designation command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol specification command and variable category command are stored in the storage area of (step 087IWS640). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS641). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the second hold storage display (display in which the second hold storage number can be specified) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second hold storage number after addition (display that can specify the second hold storage number). Step 087IWS642).

By executing the process of steps 087IWS631 to S642, in this example, when the start winning is generated, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the hold storage addition designation command (first hold storage) are executed in the start winning command storage area. Addition designation command, second hold storage addition designation command) are stored in association with each other.

The first start winning command storage area corresponding to the first hold storage and the second start winning command storage area corresponding to the second hold storage may be separately provided. Then, in this case, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the first hold storage addition designation command are stored in association with each other in the first start winning command storage area, and the symbol designation is performed in the second start winning command storage area. The command, the variable category command, and the second hold storage addition specification command may be configured to be stored in association with each other.

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage subtraction designation command (step 087IWS643), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the first hold storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS644). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the first hold storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first hold storage number after subtraction (step 087IWS645).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage subtraction designation command (step 087IWS646), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the second hold storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 087IWS647). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the second hold storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second hold storage number after subtraction (step 087IWS648).

If the received effect control command is a normal state specification command (step 087IWS649), the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image according to the normal state (for example, a blue background image according to the sea mode) in the image display device 5. Control is performed to switch to (step 087IWS650). Further, the effect control CPU 120 resets the time saving state flag indicating that the time saving state is in effect (step 087IWS651).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state A designation command (step 087IWS652), the effect control CPU 120 presents the image display device 5 with a background image (for example, a setting sun) corresponding to the time saving state A (time saving state via a jackpot). Control to switch to the yellow background image according to the mode) is performed (step 087IWS653). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the time saving state flag (step 087IWS654).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state B designation command (step 087IWS655), the effect control CPU 120 presents the image display device 5 with a background image (for example, a time saving state via the time saving state) according to the time saving state B. Control to switch to the green background image according to the forest mode) is performed (step 087IWS656). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the time saving state flag (step 087IWS657).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification start designation command (step 087IWS658), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start lighting the right-handed notification LED 087IW20 (step 087IWS659). In this example, the right-handed notification start designation command is transmitted at the start of the symbol confirmation period when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed (see step 087IWS1126), so that it is right at the start of the symbol confirmation period. The lighting of the hit notification LED087IW20 is started. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying a small-sized right-handed icon image (hereinafter, referred to as a small right-handed icon) (step 087IWS660).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification end designation command (step 087IWS661), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed notification LED 087IW20 (step 087IWS662). Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to end the display of the small right-handed icon (step 087IWS663).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 executes a process of storing the received effect control command or setting a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step 087IWS664). ). For example, if the received command is a small hit start specification command, the small hit start specification command reception flag is set. Further, for example, if the received command is a small hit end specification command, the small hit end specification command reception flag is set. Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS611.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-30 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern command from the variable pattern command storage area (step 087IWS801). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 087IWS801 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command). The symbol) is determined (step 087IWS802). That is, by executing the process of step 087IWS802 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 command, the effect control CPU 120, in step 087IWS802, has a chance pattern symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. , A combination of a jackpot symbol that does not reach but one symbol is out of alignment) is also determined. The effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 087IWS802, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based only on the variation pattern command. ..

In step 087IWS802, when the received display result designation command indicates "big hit", the effect control CPU 120 is a combination of decorative symbols in which three symbols are the same as the stop symbol (as a stop symbol). The jackpot design) is decided. When the received display result designation command indicates "small hit", the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols (small hit symbol) of "135" as the stop symbol. 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.

In addition, even if it is out of order, if it is "out of time saving", the combination of decorative symbols of the outlier symbol including the special symbol (for example, star symbol) is determined. It should be noted that the combination of decorative symbols of the outlier symbols including different special symbols (for example, heart-shaped symbols and rhombic symbols) may be determined according to the time saving type.

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

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.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation display started this time includes reach (step 087IWS803). Whether or not the variation is reach can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command extracted in step 087IWS801 includes reach. If the reach fluctuates, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the blackout effect determination table for determining the presence / absence of the blackout effect, and determines the presence / absence of the blackout effect (step 087IWS804). ).

FIG. 8-31 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the blackout effect determination table. As shown in FIGS. 8-31, in the blackout effect determination table, determination values are assigned to each of the blackout effect determination table and the blackout effect non-blackout effect. As shown in FIG. 8-31, in this example, it is determined that when the blackout effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot is higher than when the blackout effect is not executed. A value has been assigned. Therefore, in this example, even if the same reach is executed, when the blackout effect is executed and the reach is executed, the jackpot is hit as compared with the case where the reach is executed without the blackout effect. Expectations (reliability) are high.

In this example, the blackout effect is configured to be executable when the reach is executed, but the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the blackout effect may be configured to be executable even in a variable display without reach.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command extracted in step 087IWS801 specifies the variation pattern PA3-2 (step 087IWS805). If the variation pattern PA3-2 is specified (that is, if the variation display started this time is the time-saving final variation), the effect control CPU 120 selects the process table for the time-saving final variation (step 087IWS806).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not a large-sized right-handed icon image (hereinafter, referred to as a large right-handed icon) is being displayed (step 087IWS807). If the large right-handed icon is being displayed, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to end the display of the large right-handed icon (step 087IWS808). Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying a medium-sized right-handed icon image (hereinafter, referred to as a middle-right-handed icon) (step 087IWS809). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS811.

In this example, as will be described later, a big right-handed icon is displayed when a big hit (including a big hit via a small hit) or a time saving is lost during the normal state and the time saving state is controlled to one time saving. However, when the processing of steps 087IWS807 to S809 is executed, a prize is generated in the second start winning opening after shifting to the time saving state, and the first fluctuation display is started, a large right-handed strike is made. The display can be switched from the icon to the middle right-handed icon.

Unless the variation pattern PA3-2 is specified in step 087IWS805 (that is, the variation display started this time is not the time-saving final variation), the effect control CPU 120 selects the process table according to the variation pattern (step). 087IWS810). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS811.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in steps 087IWS806 and S810 (step 087IWS811).

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. Further, the process table is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. 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 and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 087IWS812). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (phone number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In this feature unit 087IW, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one, while the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to.

When the execution of the blackout effect is determined in the process of step 087IWS804, the process table including the blackout effect is selected in steps 087IWS806 and S810, and step 087IWS812 and the variable display described later are being displayed according to the selected process table. By executing the process of step 087IWS835 of the effect process, the blackout effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step 087IWS813). Next, the effect control CPU 120 uses the start winning command (symbol designation command, variable category command, and hold storage number addition designation command (first)) stored in the first storage area of the start winning command storage area. The hold storage number addition designation command and the second hold storage number addition designation command) are deleted, and the contents of the command storage area at the time of starting winning are shifted (step 087IWS814).

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 087IWS815).

(Variable display during production processing)
8-32 to 8-34 are flowcharts showing the variable display during effect processing (step S172) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 087IWS831) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 087IWS832). When the process timer times out (step 087IWS833), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 087IWS834). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step 087IWS835).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation pattern of the fluctuation display being executed is the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 (step 087IWS836). Whether or not the variation pattern PA3-2 is used can be determined, for example, by checking the variation pattern command stored in the variation pattern command storage area. If it is the variation pattern PA3-2, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the middle right-handed icon is being displayed (step 087IWS837). If the middle right-handed icon is being displayed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not a new second hold storage has occurred (step 087IWS838). Whether or not a new second hold storage has occurred is determined by, for example, whether or not a start winning command is newly stored in the start winning command storage area (symbol designation command, variable category command, hold storage addition designation command). (1st hold memory addition designation command, 2nd hold memory addition designation command)) can be determined by confirming whether or not there is.

When there is a new second hold memory, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the new second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit (step 087IWS839). Whether or not the second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit can be determined, for example, by checking the latest symbol designation command stored in the start winning command storage area. If the new second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to update the display of the middle-right icon according to the look-ahead mode (step 087IWS840).

In step 087IWS840, for example, the middle-right-handed icon is displayed in the blue display color in the normal mode, whereas the middle-right-handed icon is changed to the red display color in the look-ahead mode. Further, in this example, a mode is displayed in which the scale inside the middle-right-handed icon rises each time a prize is won in the second start winning opening and the second reserved memory increases.

Unless the new second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit (that is, if it is a miss), the effect control CPU 120 is a middle-right icon in the image display device 5 according to the current mode. Control is performed to update the display (step 087IWS841).

In step 087IWS841, for example, if the middle-right-handed icon is currently displayed in the normal mode (blue in this example), the display is performed so that the scale inside the middle-right-handed icon is raised according to the normal mode. In addition, the middle right-handed icon may already be displayed in the look-ahead mode (red in this example) in the second hold memory that has occurred up to the previous time. The display is such that the scale inside the icon rises.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (4 in this example) (step 087IWS842). When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to change the middle-right-handed icon to the MAX display mode (step 087IWS843). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS854.

If the middle right-handed icon is not displayed in step 087IWS837, it is a time saving final fluctuation, but during the normal state, a big hit (including a big hit via a small hit) or a time saving is lost and the time saving state is controlled to one time saving. This is a case other than the case where the time reduction is performed (for example, the case where the time reduction state is controlled again during the time reduction state, or the case where the time reduction number of times is 7 times or 99 times the time reduction final fluctuation). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the gauge display is being displayed on the image display device 5 (step 087IWS844).

If the gauge display is not being displayed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not 30 seconds have elapsed since the start of the variable display (step 087IWS845). Whether or not 30 seconds have passed since the start of the variable display can be determined, for example, by checking the value of the variable time timer set in step 087IWS813 of the variable display start setting process. If 30 seconds have elapsed from the start of the variable display, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start the display of the gauge display (step 087IWS846). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS854.

If the gauge display is being displayed (Y in step 087IWS844), control is performed to update the gauge display according to the remaining time of the fluctuation time based on the value of the fluctuation time timer (step 087IWS847).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not a new second hold storage has occurred (step 087IWS848). Whether or not a new second hold storage has occurred is determined by, for example, whether or not a start winning command is newly stored in the start winning command storage area (symbol designation command, variable category command, hold storage addition designation command). (1st hold memory addition designation command, 2nd hold memory addition designation command)) can be determined by confirming whether or not there is.

When there is a new second hold memory, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the new second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit (step 087IWS849). Whether or not the second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit can be determined, for example, by checking the latest symbol designation command stored in the start winning command storage area. If the new second hold storage is a big hit or a small hit, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to increase the display of the hold display by 1 depending on the look-ahead mode (for example, the red display color). (Step 087IWS850). Unless the new second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit (that is, if it is a miss), the effect control CPU 120 is a normal mode (for example, a blue display color) in the image display device 5. ) To increase the display of the hold display by 1 (step 087IWS851).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (4 in this example) (step 087IWS852). When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to change the gauge display to the MAX display mode (step 087IWS853). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS854.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command has been received (step 087IWS854). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed A command reception flag or the second confirmed A command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 responds to the mode transition effect (the effect of notifying the shift to the time reduction state (time reduction mode)). Select the process table (step 087IWS855). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 087IWS856). Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 087IWS857). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to 20 seconds in the confirmation effect period timer for measuring the symbol determination period on the effect control means side (step 087IWS858). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS870.

If neither the first symbol confirmation A designation command nor the second symbol confirmation A designation command has been received, whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the first symbol confirmation B designation command or the second symbol confirmation B designation command. (Step 087IWS859). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed B command reception flag or the second confirmed B command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the first symbol confirmation B designation command or the second symbol confirmation B designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the continuation effect (the effect of notifying that the time saving state continues). (Step 087IWS860). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 087IWS861). Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 087IWS862). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to 10 seconds in the confirmation effect period timer for measuring the symbol determination period on the effect control means side (step 087IWS863). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS870.

If neither the first symbol confirmation B designation command nor the second symbol confirmation B designation command has been received, the effect control CPU 120 has one of the other symbol confirmation designation commands (first symbol confirmation C designation command, second symbol confirmation B designation command). It is confirmed whether or not the symbol confirmation C designation command, the first symbol confirmation D designation command, or the second symbol confirmation D designation command) has been received (step 087IWS864). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed C command reception flag, the second confirmed C command reception flag, the first confirmed D command reception flag, or the second confirmed D command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. To do. If any of the other symbol confirmation command has been received, the process proceeds to step 087IWS866.

If none of the other symbol confirmation designation commands has been received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step 087IWS865). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

When any of the other symbol confirmation designation commands is received (Y in step 087IWS864), or when the fluctuation time timer has timed out (Y in step 087IWS865), the effect control CPU 120 responds to the normal symbol confirmation display. Select the process table (step 087IWS866). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 087IWS867). Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 087IWS868). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds or 5 seconds in the final effect period timer for measuring the symbol final period on the effect control means side (step 087IWS869). Then, the process proceeds to step 087IWS870.

In this example, in addition to the case where the symbol confirmation designation command is received, even when the fluctuation time timer times out (see step 087IWS865), the process shifts to the processing after step 087IWS866 and shifts to the symbol confirmation period. However, normally, if the symbol confirmation designation command is not missed, it is determined as Y in step 087IWS8865, and the process does not shift to the processing after step 087IWS866.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 087IWS870).

(Waiting processing per special figure)
8-35 and 8-36 are flowcharts showing the special figure hit waiting process (step S173) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the fixed effect period timer (step 087IWS8901), and confirms whether or not the value of the fixed effect period timer after the subtraction has timed out (step 087IWS8901). Step 087IWS8902). Confirmation after subtraction If the value of the effect period timer has not timed out, the value of the process timer is subtracted by 1 (step 087IWS8903), and the contents of the process data n (display control execution data n, lamp control execution data n, sound number data). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speakers 8L, 8R as the effect component) is executed according to n) (step 087IWS8904).

Further, when the process timer times out (step 087IWS8905), the effect control CPU 120 switches the process data (step 087IWS8906). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the next set process timer setting value in the process table in the process timer and starts the process timer (step 087IWS8907).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is being confirmed and displayed (step 087IWS8908). If the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is not being fixedly displayed, the effect control CPU 120 controls to stop and display the determined stop symbol (missing symbol (no time reduction), time saving deviation symbol, big hit symbol, small hit symbol). (Step 087IWS8909).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 087IWS8909 (Y in step 087IWS8910), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot stop flag indicating that the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 087IWS8911). Then, the process ends.

When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 087IWS8909 (Y in step 087IWS8912), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit stop flag indicating that the small hit symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 087IWS8913). Then, the process ends.

If the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is being confirmed (Y in step 087IWS8908), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command has been received (Y of step 087IWS8908). Step 087IWS8914). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed A command reception flag or the second confirmed A command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the remaining period of the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds (step 087IWS8915). .. Whether or not the remaining period of the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds can be determined, for example, by checking the value of the confirmation effect period timer. If the remaining period of the symbol determination period is 5 seconds, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying the large right-handed icon (step 087IWS8916). Then, the process ends.

If the value of the fixed effect period timer after subtraction has timed out (that is, if the symbol fixed period has elapsed), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot stop flag is set (step). 087IWS8917). If the jackpot stop flag is set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot start designation command has been received (step 087IWS8918). Whether or not the jackpot start designation command has been received can be determined, for example, by checking whether or not the jackpot start designation command reception flag (see step 087IWS622) is set. If the jackpot start specification command has not been received, the process ends as it is.

If the jackpot start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the jackpot stop flag (step 087IWS8919). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the big hit medium effect including the mode transition effect (the effect of notifying the shift to the time saving state (time saving mode)) (step 087IWS8920). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 087IWS8921), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 087IWS8922).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot starting this time is the 6R time-saving jackpot A (that is, the jackpot with one time-saving number of times) (step 087IWS8923). Whether or not the 6R time reduction jackpot A is achieved can be determined, for example, by checking the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (see step 087IWS618). If it is the 6R time saving jackpot A, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is controlled in the normal state (step 087IWS8924). The effect control CPU 120 can be determined to be controlled to the normal state unless, for example, the time saving state flag (see steps 087IWS651, S654, S657) is set. If controlled in the normal state, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying the large right-handed icon (step 087IWS8925).

In this example, when the jackpot is controlled by one time reduction, when the process of step 087IWS8925 is executed and the display of the big right-handed icon is started, the big right-handed hit when the fanfare period elapses. The icon is erased once. Then, as will be described later, when the jackpot game is finished, the display of the big right-handed icon is started again (see step 087IWS960), the start winning is generated in the second starting winning opening, and the first variation display is finished. The display of the large right-handed icon continues until (see step 087IWS808).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect processing during the jackpot (step 087IWS8926).

If the big hit stop flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit stop flag is set (step 087IWS8927). If the small hit stop flag is set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received (step 087IWS8928). Whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received can be determined, for example, by confirming in the command analysis process whether or not a flag indicating that the small hit start designation command has been received is set. If the small hit start specification command has not been received, the process ends as it is.

If the small hit start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the small hit stop flag (step 087IWS8929). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the small hit medium effect (step 087IWS8930). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 087IWS8931), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 087IWS8932). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a small hit effect period measurement timer for measuring the effect period during the small hit game (step 087IWS8933).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process (step 087IWS8934).

In this example, since the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is controlled to be in the open state during the small hit game, the special variable winning ball device 087IW17 is opened as the small hit medium effect in the small hit medium effect processing. The production is executed.

If the small hit stop flag is not set (that is, if the missed symbol (no time reduction) or the missed symbol is stopped and displayed), the effect control CPU 120 waits for the variable display start of the effect control process flag value. The value is updated according to the process (step S170) (step 087IWS8935).

(Ending production processing)
FIG. 8-37 is a flowchart showing an ending effect process (step S177) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the effect period measurement timer (step 087IWS951). The effect period measurement timer is set based on the completion of all rounds of the jackpot game in the jackpot effect process (see step S176). Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the effect period measurement timer has timed out (step 087IWS952).

When the effect period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step 087IWS952), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 087IWS953), and the effect device (image display device 5) according to the contents of the process data n. , Game effect lamp 9, speakers 8L, 8R, etc.) is executed (step 087IWS954). For example, an effect of displaying the end of the jackpot or displaying a predetermined character is executed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the process timer has timed out (step 087IWS955), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step 087IWS956). Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step 087IWS957).

If the effect period measurement timer has timed out (Y in step 087IWS952), the effect control CPU 120 is based on the fact that the jackpot game ending this time has won a V prize during the 6R time-saving jackpot A or the small hit game based on the small hit A. It is confirmed whether or not it is a jackpot game (step 087IWSS958). Whether or not the 6R time-saving big hit A or small hit A can be determined can be determined, for example, by checking the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area. If it is a big hit game based on a V prize during a small hit game based on the 6R time saving big hit A or a small hit A, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is controlled to the normal state (step 087IWS959). The effect control CPU 120 can be determined to be controlled to the normal state unless, for example, the time saving state flag (see steps 087IWS651, S654, S657) is set. If controlled in the normal state, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying the large right-handed icon (step 087IWS960).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (step S170) (step 087IWS961).

(Execution timing of various effects)
Next, the execution timing of various effects will be described. 8-38 to 8-40 are time charts for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the time saving final variation. Of these, FIGS. 8-38 show the execution timings of various effects when a big hit occurs in the normal state, the time is controlled to the time saving state of one time saving after the big hit game is completed, and the time saving final fluctuation is out of sync. There is. Further, FIG. 8-39 shows the execution timings of various effects when the time reduction is controlled to the time reduction state of 1 time based on the time reduction being lost during the normal state and the time reduction is out of the final fluctuation. .. Further, FIG. 8-40 shows various effects in the case where the time reduction state is controlled again during the time reduction state, or when the time reduction number is controlled to the time reduction state of 7 times or 99 times, and the time reduction final fluctuation is lost. Indicates the execution timing. In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-38 to 8-40, the case where the time-saving final fluctuation becomes an out-of-time fluctuation is shown.

First, with reference to FIGS. 8-38, the execution timing of various effects when a big hit occurs in the normal state, is controlled to the time saving state of one time saving after the big hit game is completed, and the time saving final fluctuation is out of order will be described. To do. As shown in FIG. 8-38, when the 6R time saving big hit A is obtained in the normal state, the display of the big right-handed icon is started on the image display device 5 at the start of the big hit game (see step 087IWS8925). , The display of the large right-handed icon continues until the fanfare period elapses. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-38, at the start of the jackpot game, the right-handed LED087IW10 is started to light (see step 087IWS135), and the right-handed notification LED087IW20 is based on the reception of the right-handed notification start designation command. The lighting is started, and the display of the small right-handed icon is started (see steps 087IWS136, S659, S660).

In this example, the small hit A is obtained during the normal state, and even if a V prize is generated during the small hit game, the big hit game is controlled, but the big right-handed icon is also displayed at the start of the big hit game. May be configured to start displaying and continue to display the large right-handed icon until a predetermined period has elapsed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-38, when the big hit game is finished, the game state shifts from the normal state to the time saving state (see step 087IWS537), and the big right-handed icon is displayed again on the image display device 5. Is started (see step S960). In this example, since the left-handed operation is performed in the normal state and the winning of the second starting winning opening is hardly generated, the second holding memory is not usually accumulated at this stage. Then, since the time was shortened, the right-handed operation was started, the second start winning opening was awarded, and the first variable display of the second special symbol was started, as shown in FIGS. 8-38. As described above, in the image display device 5, the display can be switched from the large right-handed icon to the middle-right-handed icon (see steps 087IWS808 and S809).

In this case, even if a prize is won in the second start winning opening, the variable display of the second special symbol is immediately started, and the second reserved memory is immediately digested. Therefore, the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. It is possible to further win 4 game balls in the 2nd start winning opening until the upper limit of the 2nd reserved memory number (4 in this example) is reached. It is possible to effectively start and win five game balls in the second start winning opening.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-38, the mode of the middle right-handed icon is updated every time a prize is generated in the second start winning opening during the variable display of the second special symbol (see steps 087IWS840 and S841). When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the middle right-handed icon is changed to the MAX display (see step 087IWS843).

After that, when the variation display of the second special symbol is finished, as shown in FIG. 8-38, the gaming state shifts from the time saving state to the normal state (see step 087IWS1147), and the lighting of the right-handed LED087IW10 is finished (step 087IWS1148). (See), the lighting of the right-handed notification LED087IW20 is terminated and the display of the small right-handed icon is terminated based on the reception of the right-handed notification end designation command (see steps 087IWS1149, S662, S663). In addition, the display of the middle right-handed icon is also terminated.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 8-39, the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is controlled to the time reduction state of 1 time based on the time reduction during the normal state and the time reduction is out of the final fluctuation. explain. As shown in FIG. 8-39, when the time reduction is lost in the variation display of the first special symbol during the normal state, the right-handed LED087IW10 is started to light at the start of the 20-second symbol confirmation period. (Refer to step 087IWS1125), the right-handed notification LED087IW20 is started to light and the small right-handed icon is started to be displayed based on the reception of the right-handed notification start designation command (see step 087IWS1126, S659, S660).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-39, the display of the large right-handed icon is started on the image display device 5 5 seconds before the end of the symbol determination period (see step 087IWS8916). Then, at the end of the symbol determination period, the gaming state shifts from the normal state to the time saving state (see step 087IWS161). In this example, since the left-handed operation is performed in the normal state and the winning of the second starting winning opening is hardly generated, the second holding memory is not usually accumulated at this stage. Then, since the time was shortened, the right-handed operation was started, the second start winning opening was awarded, and the first variable display of the second special symbol was started, as shown in FIGS. 8-39. As described above, in the image display device 5, the display can be switched from the large right-handed icon to the middle-right-handed icon (see steps 087IWS808 and S809).

In this case, even if a prize is won in the second start winning opening, the variable display of the second special symbol is immediately started, and the second reserved memory is immediately digested. Therefore, the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. It is possible to further win 4 game balls in the 2nd start winning opening until the upper limit of the 2nd reserved memory number (4 in this example) is reached. It is possible to effectively start and win five game balls in the second start winning opening.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-39, the mode of the middle right-handed icon is updated every time a prize is generated in the second start winning opening during the variable display of the second special symbol (see steps 087IWS840 and S841). When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the middle right-handed icon is changed to the MAX display (see step 087IWS843).

After that, when the variation display of the second special symbol is finished, as shown in FIG. 8-39, the gaming state shifts from the time saving state to the normal state (see step 087IWS1147), and the lighting of the right-handed LED087IW10 is finished (step 087IWS1148). (See), the lighting of the right-handed notification LED087IW20 is terminated and the display of the small right-handed icon is terminated based on the reception of the right-handed notification end designation command (see steps 087IWS1149, S662, S663). In addition, the display of the middle right-handed icon is also terminated.

Next, using FIG. 8-40, when the time reduction state is controlled again during the time reduction state, or when the time reduction number is controlled to 7 times or 99 times, the time reduction final fluctuation is out of order. The execution timing of various effects will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 8-40, since the gaming state is continuously controlled in the time saving state, the right-handed LED087IW10 and the right-handed notification LED087IW20 are continuously lit, and the image display device 5 has a small right. The hit icon is displayed continuously. The middle right-handed icon may also be configured to be continuously displayed.

Next, when the time saving final fluctuation (variation display of the second special symbol) is executed during the time saving state, as shown in FIG. 8-40, in the first half 30 seconds of the time saving final fluctuation, the image is displayed during the fluctuation display. A normal advance notice effect and reach effect are executed in the device 5. Next, when 30 seconds have elapsed from the start of the fluctuation in the time saving final fluctuation, the display of the gauge display is started on the image display device 5 (see step 087IWS846). In this case, since the fluctuation is already being displayed in the time saving state, the second start winning opening is used until the upper limit number of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is reached by the end of the time saving final fluctuation. The maximum number of game balls that can be effectively started and won is four. However, since the second hold memory may already be accumulated when the gauge display is started to be displayed, in that case, the game ball that can be started and won a prize according to the number of the second hold memories already accumulated. The number will decrease.

Then, after the gauge display is started, as shown in FIG. 8-40, the mode of the gauge display is updated as the remaining time of the fluctuation time of the time reduction final fluctuation decreases (see step 087IWS847). Further, each time a prize is generated in the second start winning opening during the fluctuation display of the time saving final fluctuation, the display of the hold display is incremented by 1 in the image display device 5 (see steps 087IWS850 and S851). Then, when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the gauge display is changed to the MAX display (see step 087IWS853).

After that, when the variation display of the final variation of the time saving is finished, as shown in FIG. 8-40, the gaming state shifts from the time saving state to the normal state (see step 087IWS1147), and the lighting of the right-handed LED087IW10 is finished (see step 087IWS1148). ), The lighting of the right-handed notification LED087IW20 is terminated and the display of the small right-handed icon is terminated based on the reception of the right-handed notification end designation command (see steps 087IWS1149, S662, S663). In addition, the display of the gauge display and the hold display is also terminated, and when the middle right-handed icon is also displayed, the display of the middle right-handed icon is also terminated.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-38 to 8-40, when the time saving final fluctuation is an out-of-time fluctuation and the time saving final fluctuation is a big hit fluctuation or a small hit fluctuation, a normal big hit fluctuation or a small hit fluctuation is performed. An effect similar to the hit variation is executed, and after the effect such as reach is executed, a display is executed in which the big hit symbol and the small hit symbol are confirmed and displayed.

(Blackout production)
Next, production examples of various effects in the feature unit 087IW will be described. First, an effect mode when the blackout effect is executed will be described. FIG. 8-41 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an effect mode when the blackout effect is executed. In the example shown in FIGS. 8-41, the effect screens transition in the order of (A), (B), (C), and so on. This also applies to FIGS. 8-42, which will be described later.

As shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), in this example, the small icon 087IW30 is displayed and the medium icon 087IW31 is displayed on the image display device 5 during the time saving state. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), a small symbol display area 087IW32 for displaying a small symbol on the left, middle, and right is provided at the upper left end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the time is shortened. When the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R is executed during the state, the left, middle, and right small symbols are synchronized with the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R. The variation display is executed (see step 087IWS702).

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), the middle icon 087IW31 is displayed on the right side of the display screen of the image display device 5 (a display area near the right area of the game area). The small icon 087IW30 is displayed on the left side of the display screen of the image display device 5 (a display area isolated from the right area of the game area).

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (B), the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed at the same symbol (in this example, the symbol "7"), and the reach state is reached. Next, at the execution timing of the blackout effect, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (C), the display screen of the image display device 5 is dimmed, and the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, 5R on the left, middle and right, and the middle icon 087IW31 are displayed. It becomes invisible. However, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (C), even during the execution of the blackout effect, the small symbols on the left, middle, and right in the small icon 087IW30 and the small symbol display area 087IW32 are continuously displayed and right-handed. It is possible to recognize that it is an operation period and that the game status is being displayed in a variable manner.

After that, when the fluctuation time is finished, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (D), the blackout effect is finished, and in the image display device 5, the left middle right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, 5R and the middle icon 087IW31 are again displayed. Is visible, and the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left, middle, and right are clearly displayed as stop symbols. In the example shown in FIG. 8-41 (D), when the blackout effect is finished, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed as the jackpot symbol and can be visually recognized again.

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-41, when the blackout effect is finished, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and can be visually recognized again, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. .. For example, when the blackout effect is started in the non-reach state and the blackout effect is finished, it is configured to be visible again in the reach state, or when the blackout effect is finished, it is developed into super reach. It may be configured to be visible again, and various aspects are conceivable.

(Modification example 1)
Although the feature unit 087IW shows a case where the blackout effect can be executed, it is not limited to such a mode. For example, instead of the blackout effect, or in addition to the blackout effect, the image display device 5 may be configured to execute a display area change effect that changes the display area. FIG. 8-42 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an effect mode when the display area change effect is executed.

As shown in FIG. 8-42 (A), in this example, the small icon 087IW30 is displayed and the medium icon 087IW31 is displayed on the image display device 5 during the time saving state. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (A), a small symbol display area 087IW32 for displaying a small symbol on the left, middle, and right is provided at the upper left end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the time is shortened. When the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R is executed during the state, the left, middle, and right small symbols are synchronized with the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R. The variation display is executed (see step 087IWS702).

Next, when the execution timing of the display area change effect is reached, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (B), on the display screen of the image display device 5, a display area change effect different from the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed. The effect display area 087IW33 is displayed, a character image or the like is displayed in the effect display area 087IW33, and the display area change effect is executed. When the display area change effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (B), depending on the display of the effect display area 087IW33, the decorative symbols 5Ls on the left, middle, and right are below the display screen of the image display device 5. , 5Cs, 5Rs are moved and displayed, and the middle right-handed icon 087IW31s is moved and displayed in the effect display area 087IW33. However, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (B), the small symbols on the left, middle, and right in the small icon 087IW30 and the small symbol display area 087IW32 continue to be in the same display position even during the execution of the display area change effect. Is displayed.

When the display area change effect is configured to be executable, for example, when the execution of the display area change effect is determined, the process table including the display area change effect is selected and selected in steps 087IWS806 and S810. By executing the processing of step 087IWS812 and step 087IWS835 of the variable display effect processing according to the process table, the display area change effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol.

Further, when the display area change effect is executably configured, for example, the presence or absence of the display area change effect is determined by using the display area change effect determination table having a mode similar to that of FIGS. 8-31, and the display area is determined. When the change effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot may be higher than that when the display area change effect is not executed. Therefore, even when the same reach is executed, when the display area change effect is executed and the reach is executed, the degree of expectation for the big hit is compared with the case where the reach is executed without the display area change effect. It may be configured so that (reliability) is high.

(Examples of production with various right-handed icons)
Next, an effect mode using various right-handed icons will be described. 8-43 and 8-44 are explanatory views for explaining the effect mode by various right-handed icons. When a 6R time-saving big hit A occurs during the normal state and is controlled to a time-saving state of one time reduction after the big hit game ends, or when it becomes a small hit A during the normal state and a V prize is generated during the small hit game. When the time saving state is controlled to be one time saving after the big hit game is completed, as shown in FIG. 8-43 (A), the display of the small right-handed icon 087IW30 is started at the start of the big hit game (step 087IWS136). , S659, S660), when the jackpot game is terminated, the gaming state shifts from the normal state to the time saving state (see step 087IWS537), and the display of the large right-handed icon 087IW34 is started on the image display device 5. (See step S960).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-43 (A), the image display device 5 is provided with a first reserved storage number display area 087IW40a indicating the first reserved storage number, and also shows the second reserved storage number. A second reserved storage number display area 087IW40b is provided. In the example shown in FIG. 8-43 (A), it is shown that both the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number are zero.

Then, since the time was shortened, the right-handed operation was started, and when a prize was generated in the second start winning opening and the first variable display of the second special symbol was started, FIG. 8-43 (B). ), The image display device 5 starts the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R, and the small symbol display area 087IW32 starts the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols. To. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-43 (B), the display can be switched from the large right-handed icon 087IW34 to the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 (see steps 087IWS808 and S809).

Next, as shown in FIGS. 8-43 (C) to 8-44 (E), the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is generated every time a prize is generated in the second start winning opening during the variable display of the second special symbol. Is updated (see steps 087IWS840 and S841), and the scale display in the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is gradually increased. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-43 (C) to 8-44 (F), the second reserved storage shown in the second reserved storage number display area 087IW40b each time a prize is generated in the second starting winning opening. The number of is increasing to 1, 2, 3, and 4. In this case, if the newly generated second hold memory is a big hit or a small hit, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is displayed in the look-ahead mode (in this example, the red display color) (in this example, the red display color). (See step 087IWS840), a look-ahead notice effect may be executed.

Then, when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is changed to the MAX display as shown in FIG. 8-44 (F) (see step 087IWS843). ).

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-43 and 8-44, the case where the second reserved storage number is 0 when the display start timing of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is reached is shown, but in the normal state. Even if there is, if the right-handed operation is performed, the second hold storage number may not be 0 (the second hold memory is accumulated) when the display start timing of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is reached. It is possible. In that case, for example, (1) assuming that there is no second hold memory, as shown in FIGS. 8-43 (B) to 8-44 (F), depending on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening. In the same manner, the scale of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 may be increased and displayed. Further, for example, (2) regardless of the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening, the scale of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 may be increased and displayed according to the passage of time. Further, for example, (3) the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 may be configured to perform the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 corresponding to the second reserved storage number at the time of starting the display of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31. In this case, for example, when the second reserved storage number is 2 at the start of displaying the middle right-handed icon 087IW31, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is in a state where the scale is raised to the level corresponding to the second reserved storage number. May be configured to start displaying, and then increase the scale of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 according to the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening. Further, for example, if the upper limit number (4 in this example) of the second reserved storage has already been accumulated at the time when the display of the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is started, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is not displayed at all. It may be configured as follows.

(Modification 2)
The feature unit 087IW shows a case where the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 is changed to the MAX display when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. FIG. 8-45 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an effect mode by various right-handed icons in the second modification. As shown in FIG. 8-45 (F), when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 may be deleted.

In addition, after accumulating up to the upper limit number (4 in this example) of the second reserved memory in the time saving final fluctuation, and after digesting all the second reserved memories (the second for all four second reserved memories). After a big hit or a small hit does not occur in the variable display of the special symbol), a left-handed notification (for example, an icon image imitating a left-pointing arrow) is performed to encourage a left-handed operation. In this case, in the left-handed notification, unlike the display of the middle-right-handed icon shown in FIGS. 8-43 to 8-45, the scale in the icon image increases according to the winning of the starting winning opening. The display mode is not changed.

Further, in this example, when a big hit occurs during the normal state (so-called first hit), a right-handed notification such as a big right-handed icon is performed during the big hit game, but during the big hit game. In the right-handed notification of, unlike the display of the middle-right-handed icon shown in FIGS. 8-43 to 8-45, the display mode in which the scale in the icon image increases according to the winning of the starting winning opening. Does not change.

On the contrary, when the first hit occurs, the right-handed notification may be performed in a manner that is more conspicuous during the big hit game than during the time saving state. For example, during the first hit big hit game, an effect that encourages a right-handed operation may be executed by performing an effect in which a predetermined effect image is moved and displayed from left to right.

(Example of production by gauge display and hold display)
Next, we will smile about the production mode by the gauge display and the hold display. 8-46 and 8-47 are explanatory views for explaining the effect mode by the gauge display and the hold display. As shown in FIG. 8-46 (A), in this example, the small icon 087IW30 is displayed on the image display device 5 during the time saving state. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-46 (A), a small symbol display area 087IW32 for displaying a small symbol on the left, middle, and right is provided at the upper left end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the time is shortened. When the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R is executed during the state, the left, middle, and right small symbols are synchronized with the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R. The variation display is executed (see step 087IWS702).

Further, at least when the time saving final variation is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-46 (A), the image display device 5 is provided with the first reserved storage number display area 087IW40a indicating the first reserved storage number. A second reserved storage number display area 087IW40b is provided to indicate the second reserved storage number. In the example shown in FIG. 8-46 (A), it is shown that both the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number are zero.

Next, when 30 seconds have elapsed from the start of the fluctuation in the time saving final fluctuation, the display of the gauge display 087IW35 is started on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-46 (B) (see step 087IWS846). Further, as shown in FIG. 8-46 (B), the character image 087IW36 is displayed on the image display device 5, and the character display 087IW37 such as "Aim for electric chew!" Is displayed as the character dialogue. 2 A display prompting the player to perform a firing operation aiming at the starting winning opening is displayed.

Then, after the gauge display is started, as shown in FIGS. 8-46 (C) to 8-47 (E), the aspect of the gauge display 087IW35 is updated as the remaining time of the time reduction final fluctuation decreases. (See step 087IWS847), and the scale display in the gauge display 087IW35 is gradually increased or decreased. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-46 (C) to 8-47 (F), the second reserved storage shown in the second reserved storage number display area 087IW40b each time a prize is generated in the second starting winning opening. The number of is increasing to 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-46 (C) to 8-47 (F), each time a prize is generated in the second start winning opening during the fluctuation display of the time saving final fluctuation, the image display device 5 is used. , The display of the hold display 087IW38a, 38b, 38c, 38d is incremented by 1 (see step 087IWS850, S851). In this example, the third hold display 087IW38c is a look-ahead mode (this example) based on the fact that the second hold memory based on the occurrence of the third second start prize is a big hit or a small hit. (Refer to step 087IWS850).

Then, when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the gauge display 087IW35 is changed to the MAX display as shown in FIG. 8-47 (F) (see step 087IWS853).

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-46 and 8-47, the case where the second reserved storage number is 0 when the display start timing of the gauge display 087IW35 is reached is shown, but the display start of the gauge display 087IW35 is shown. When the timing comes, the number of second reserved memories may not be 0 (the second reserved memories are accumulated). In that case, for example, (1) assuming that there is no second hold memory, according to the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening, FIGS. 8-46 (B) to 8-47 (F). In the same manner, the gauge display 087IW35 may be configured to increase the scale. Further, for example, (2) regardless of the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening, the gauge display 087IW35 may be configured to increase the scale according to the passage of time. Further, for example, (3) the gauge display 087IW35 corresponding to the second reserved storage number at the start of the display of the gauge display 087IW35 may be performed. In this case, for example, when the second reserved storage number is 2 at the start of displaying the gauge display 087IW35, the display of the gauge display 087IW35 is started with the scale raised to the level corresponding to the second reserved storage number. Then, the gauge display 087IW35 may be configured to increase the scale according to the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening. Further, for example, if (4) the upper limit number of the second reserved storage numbers (4 in this example) has already been accumulated at the start of the display of the gauge display 087IW35, the gauge display 087IW35 is not displayed at all. You may.

(Modification example 3)
The feature unit 087IW shows a case where the gauge display 087IW35 is changed to the MAX display when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. FIG. 8-48 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the effect mode by the gauge display and the hold display in the modified example 3. As shown in FIG. 8-48 (F), when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number (4 in this example), the gauge display 087IW35 may be erased.

(Modification example 4)
Further, various modes can be considered for the display timing and display period of the large right-handed icon, the middle right-handed icon, and the small right-handed icon shown by the feature unit 087IW. For example, the middle-right-handed icon may be displayed only during the period of the first variable display after shifting to the time-saving state, may be displayed until the time-saving state ends, and a jackpot game may be displayed. The inside may also be displayed. Further, when the middle right-handed icon is configured to be displayed even during the big hit game, the display mode of the right-handed icon may be different between the time saving state and the big hit game. FIG. 8-49 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the display mode of the middle-right-handed icon in the modified example 4. As shown in FIG. 8-49, even if the right-handed icon 087IW31 displayed during the time saving state and the middle-right icon 087IW39 displayed during the big hit game are configured to have different modes of the right-handed icon. Good.

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-49, the case where the shape of the middle right-handed icon is different between the time saving state and the big hit game is shown, but the method of making the middle right-handed icon different is such. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, during the big hit game, the middle right-handed icon is displayed in the yellow display color, while the middle right-handed icon is displayed in the red display color during the time saving state. It may be configured as. Further, for example, the display size of the middle-right icon may be different between the time saving state and the big hit game, and various modes can be considered.

Further, in the present feature unit 087IW, when the time saving state is controlled to the time saving state of once in the normal state, the display mode of the middle right-handed icon as shown in FIGS. 8-43 to 8-45 is changed. The case where the effect is executed and the effect of changing the display mode of the gauge display as shown in FIGS. 8-46 to 8-48 is executed in the time-saving final variation in the time-saving state is shown, but only in such a mode. I can't. For example, conversely, when the time reduction state is controlled to the time reduction state of once during the normal state, the display mode of the gauge display is changed or the hold display is displayed in the same manner as in FIGS. 8-46 to 8-48. Or, the effect of changing the display mode of the middle-right icon may be executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 8-43 to 8-45 in the final time reduction variation during the time reduction state.

As described above, the features 087IW and each modification disclose the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means A1) to (means A8).

(Means A1) Variable display can be performed based on the entry of a game medium (for example, a game ball) into a start area (for example, a second start winning opening), which is an advantageous state (for example) advantageous for the player. , A game machine that can be controlled to a big hit game state), and the starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter, and the game medium enters the starting area. A specific state control means that can be easily controlled to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) (for example, a portion that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) and a game medium to a predetermined route in the specific state. A first launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion that executes step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) related to the launch promotion, and predetermined The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium on the route and is less visible than the first launch promotion display, is displayed in an advantageous state and a specific state. A second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 087IWS660) that controls according to a gaming state including the above, and a change effect (for example, a change effect that changes the display mode of the display means in a specific state). A process table including the display area change effect is selected in steps 087IWS806 and S810 in the effect control CPU 120, and steps 087IWS812 and S835 are selected according to the selected process table. The first launch promotion display control means changes the display mode of the first launch promotion display in relation to the execution of the change effect (for example, shown in FIG. 8-42 (B)). As described above, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31s is moved and displayed in the effect display area 087IW33), and the second launch promotion display control means does not change the display mode of the second launch promotion display even when the change effect is executed ( For example, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (B), the small icon 087IW30 is continuously displayed at the same display position). According to such a configuration, by changing the display mode of the first launch promotion display having high visibility, the effect of the change effect can be enhanced, and by continuously displaying the second launch promotion display, it is predetermined. It is possible to make it possible for the player to recognize that the game medium should be launched toward the route, and it is possible to improve the display control of the launch promotion display.

In this example, as a mode of "changing the display mode of the first launch promotion display", a case where the middle right-handed icon is changed to the MAX display is shown, but the mode is not limited to such a mode. For example, the display position, shape, display color, display size, and transparency of the first launch promotion display (in this example, the middle right-handed icon) may be changed, and various modes are conceivable.

(Means A2) Variable display can be performed based on the entry of a game medium (for example, a game ball) into a start area (for example, a second start winning opening), which is an advantageous state (for example) advantageous for the player. , A game machine that can be controlled to a big hit game state), and the starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter, and the game medium enters the starting area. A specific state control means that can be easily controlled to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) (for example, a portion that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) and a game medium to a predetermined route in the specific state. A first launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion that executes step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) related to the launch promotion, and predetermined The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium on the route and is less visible than the first launch promotion display, is displayed in an advantageous state and a specific state. A second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 087IWS660) that controls according to a gaming state including the above, and a change effect (for example, a change effect that changes the display mode of the display means in a specific state). With an effect executing means capable of executing the blackout effect (for example, a part in which a process table including the blackout effect is selected in steps 087IWS806 and S810 in the effect control CPU 120 and steps 087IWS812 and S835 are executed according to the selected process table). The first launch promotion display control means controls the first launch promotion display to be hidden in connection with the execution of the change effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (C), the middle icon 087IW31. The second launch promotion display control means continuously displays the second launch promotion display even when the change effect is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (C)). The small icon 087IW30 is continuously displayed). According to such a configuration, by controlling the first launch promotion display with high visibility to be hidden, it is possible to enhance the effect of the change effect, and by continuously displaying the second launch promotion display, it is predetermined. It is possible to make it possible for the player to recognize that the game medium should be launched toward the route, and it is possible to improve the display control of the launch promotion display.

(Means A3) In the means A1 or the means A2, the effect variable display executing means (for example, steps 171 to S173 in the effect control CPU 120) capable of variably displaying the effect identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) having a high degree of decoration is executed. And a special variable display executing means (for example, a part that executes step 087IWS702 in the effect control CPU 120) that can execute variable display of special identification information (for example, a small symbol) in a reduced manner of the effect identification information. As a change effect, the effect executing means executes an effect of changing the display mode of the display area of the variable display of the effect identification information (for example, the display area change effect in the modification 1), and the change effect is executed. However, the display mode of the variable display of the special identification information does not change (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (B), the small symbols on the left, middle, and right in the small symbol display area 087IW32 continue to be in the same display position. It may be configured to be displayed). According to such a configuration, it is possible to recognize the game situation even if the display mode of the variable display of the effect identification information changes.

(Means A4) In any one of means A1 to means A3, the first launch promotion display control means displays the first launch promotion display in a display area near a predetermined route (for example, FIGS. 8-41 and FIG. As shown in 8-42, the middle icon 087IW31 is displayed on the right side of the display screen of the image display device 5), and the second launch promotion display control means transfers the second launch promotion to a display area isolated from the predetermined route. It may be configured to display a display (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-41 and 8-42, the small icon 087IW30 is displayed on the left side of the display screen of the image display device 5). According to such a configuration, by displaying the highly visible first launch promotion display in the display area near the predetermined route, it is easy for the player to recognize that the game medium should be launched toward the predetermined route. can do.

(Means A5) A step in the effect variable display executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120) capable of variably displaying the effect identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) having a high degree of decoration in any one of the means A1 to the means A4. A portion for executing 171 to S173) is provided, and the effect executing means executes an effect (for example, a blackout effect) that changes the visibility of the display area of the variable display of the effect identification information as the change effect, and the change effect is performed. When executed, the rate of being controlled to an advantageous state is higher than when the change effect is not executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-31, when the blackout effect is executed, the blackout effect is executed. It may be configured so that the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot is higher than the case where it is not done. According to such a configuration, it is possible to raise the expectation that the change effect is executed.

(Means A6) In any one of the means A1 to the means A5, the effect executing means executes the first pattern of executing the notification effect (for example, reach) without executing the change effect, and executes the change effect to notify. The effect can be executed by the second pattern for executing the effect, and when the effect is executed by the second pattern, the ratio of being controlled to an advantageous state is higher than when the effect is executed by the first pattern (). For example, as shown in FIG. 8-31, when the blackout effect is executed and the reach is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) for the jackpot is higher than the case where the reach is executed without the blackout effect. It may be configured to be expensive). According to such a configuration, it is possible to raise the expectation that both the change effect and the notification effect are executed.

In this example, the case where the notification effect is reach is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to execute a notice effect or a super reach effect as a notification effect, and the degree of expectation for a big hit ( It may be configured so that the reliability) is different.

(Means A7) In any one of the means A1 to the means A6, the first launch promotion display control means is the first depending on the effect mode different between the case where it is controlled in an advantageous state and the case where it is controlled in a specific state. A mode of the right-handed icon is displayed by displaying the launch promotion display (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-49, the middle-right-handed icon 087IW31 displayed during the time saving state and the middle-right-handed icon 087IW39 displayed during the big hit game. May be different). According to such a configuration, it is possible to recognize whether the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route in an advantageous state or the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route in a specific state. Can be done.

(Means A8) Controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) based on the fact that a specific result (for example, a big hit symbol) is displayed as a display result of the variable display in any one of the means A1 to the means A7. Possible advantageous state control means (for example, the part that executes steps 087IWS117 to S120 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the third launch promotion display (for example, the large right-handed icon) that is more visible than the first launch promotion display. A third launch promotion display control means for controlling the display and non-display of the 087IW34) (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps 087IWS8916 and S8925) and a light emitting body for promoting the launch of the game medium to a predetermined route (for example). , Right-handed LED087IW10, Right-handed notification LED087IW20) Light emitting body control means (for example, a part that executes steps 087IWS1125 and S135 in the game control microcomputer 100; a part that executes step 087IWS659 in the effect control CPU 120) The specific state control means can control the specific state based on the display result of the variable display, which is different from the specific result (for example, a time saving symbol). The control microcomputer 100 executes step 087IWS161), and within the display period of the predetermined result, the second launch promotion display and the third launch promotion display are displayed, and the illuminant is emitted (for example, FIG. 8-39). As shown in the above, when the right-handed LED087IW10 and the right-handed notification LED087IW20 are started to light at the start of the symbol confirmation period and the small icon 087IW30 is started to be displayed, and the remaining period of the symbol confirmation period is 5 seconds, it is large. The display of the right-handed icon 087IW34 is started). According to such a configuration, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize that the game medium should be launched toward the predetermined route even when the predetermined state is controlled based on the display of the predetermined result. it can.

Further, in the present feature unit 087IW and each modification, the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means B1-1), (means B1-2), (means B1-3) to (means B8) are disclosed. ing.

(Means B1-1) It is possible to perform variable display based on the entry of a game medium (for example, a game ball) into the start area (for example, the second start winning opening), which is an advantageous state for the player. A gaming machine that can be controlled to (for example, a jackpot game state), the starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter, and the game medium is provided in the starting area. A specific state control means (for example, a part that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) that is easy to enter, and a game to a predetermined route in the specific state. With the first launch promotion display control means (for example, the portion that executes step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) relating to the launch promotion of the medium. , The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route and has lower visibility than the first launch promotion display, is displayed in an advantageous state and A second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion that executes step 087IWS660 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls according to a gaming state including a specific state is provided, and the first launch promotion display control means moves to the start area. Based on the fact that the predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium is satisfied (for example, the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (for example, 4)), the display mode of the first launch promotion display is changed from the predetermined mode. It is characterized in that it is changed to a special mode (for example, the MAX display shown in FIG. 8-44 (F)) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS843). According to such a configuration, by changing the display mode of the first launch promotion display, it is suggested that launching the game medium toward a predetermined route has changed to a situation in which the degree of advantage for the player is low. It is possible to improve the display control of the launch promotion display.

In addition, "it suggests that the situation has changed to a situation where the degree of advantage for the player is low" specifically means that the second reserved memory number has already reached the upper limit value (for example, 4), and the firing operation is further performed. This suggests that the situation has changed so that the second hold memory cannot be stored even if the operation is performed. In this example, the middle-right icon and gauge display are changed to MAX display or hidden. It is a relatively passive notification, not a positive notification.

Further, in this example, the "predetermined condition" is satisfied based on the fact that the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value (for example, 4), but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the number of detections of the detection switch that detects the winning of the game medium to the variable winning ball device 6B is confirmed, and based on the fact that the number of winnings of the game medium to the variable winning ball device 6B has reached the specified number, "predetermined condition". May be configured to hold, and various aspects are conceivable.

(Means B1-2) It is possible to perform variable display based on the entry of a game medium (for example, a game ball) into the start area (for example, the second start winning opening), which is an advantageous state for the player. A gaming machine that can be controlled to (for example, a big hit game state), the starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter, and the game medium is provided in the starting area. A specific state control means (for example, a part that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) that is easy to enter, and a game to a predetermined route in the specific state. With the first launch promotion display control means (for example, the portion that executes step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) relating to the launch promotion of the medium. , The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route and has lower visibility than the first launch promotion display, is displayed in an advantageous state and A second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 087IWS660) that controls according to a game state including a specific state, and a suggestion display that suggests a period during which the game medium can enter the start area. (For example, a suggestion display control means for controlling the display and non-display of the gauge display 087IW35 (for example, a portion for executing step 087IWS846 in the effect control CPU 120)), and the suggestion display control means is the rest of the accessible period. The display mode of the suggestion display is changed so as to suggest the period (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS847), and a predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium into the starting area is satisfied (for example, the second Based on the number of reserved storages reaching the upper limit (for example, 4), the display mode of the suggestion display is changed from a predetermined mode to a special mode (for example, the MAX display shown in FIG. 8-47 (F)). (For example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS853). According to such a configuration, by changing the display mode of the suggestion display, it can be suggested that launching the game medium toward a predetermined route has changed to a situation in which the degree of advantage for the player is low. The display control of the launch promotion display can be improved.

(Means B1-3) Variable display can be performed based on the entry of the game medium (for example, a game ball) into the start area (for example, the second start winning opening), which is an advantageous state for the player. A gaming machine that can be controlled to (for example, a big hit game state), the starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined path (for example, the right area of the game area) can enter, and the game medium is provided in the starting area. A specific state control means (for example, a part that executes steps 087IWS161 and S537 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a time saving state) that is easy to enter, and a game to a predetermined route in the specific state. With the first launch promotion display control means (for example, the portion that executes step 087IWS809 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display (for example, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31) relating to the launch promotion of the medium. , The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display (for example, the small right-handed icon 087IW30), which is a display related to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route and has lower visibility than the first launch promotion display, is displayed in an advantageous state and A second launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 087IWS660) that controls according to a game state including a specific state, and a suggestion display that suggests a period during which the game medium can enter the start area. (For example, a suggestion display control means for controlling the display and non-display of the gauge display 087IW35 (for example, a portion for executing step 087IWS846 in the effect control CPU 120)), and the suggestion display control means is the rest of the accessible period. The display mode of the suggestion display is changed so as to suggest the period (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS847), and a predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium into the starting area is satisfied (for example, the second The suggestion display is controlled to be hidden based on the number of held storages reaching the upper limit (for example, 4) (for example, the gauge display 087IW35 is erased as shown in FIG. 8-48 (F)). ). According to such a configuration, by controlling the suggestion display to be hidden, it can be suggested that launching the game medium toward a predetermined route has changed to a situation in which the degree of advantage for the player is low. The display control of the launch promotion display can be improved.

(Means B2) In means B1-1, means B1-2, and means B1-3, the display and non-display of the third launch promotion display (for example, the large right-handed icon 087IW34), which has higher visibility than the first launch promotion display. The third launch promotion display control means (for example, the portion that executes steps 087IWS8916 and S8925 in the effect control CPU 120) is provided, and the third launch promotion display control means is the third until the game medium enters the starting area. The launch promotion display may be displayed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS808). According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player recognize that the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route, particularly in the period until the game medium first enters the starting area.

(Means B3) In means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 or means B2, the first launch promotion display control means displays the first launch promotion display for each entry of the game medium into the starting area. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 087IWS840 and S841), and changes the display mode of the first launch promotion display according to the number of times the game medium has entered the starting area (for example, FIG. As shown in 8-43 (C) to 8-44 (E), the scale display in the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 gradually increases every time a prize is entered in the second start winning opening. It may be configured so that the display is performed). According to such a configuration, it is possible to recognize that the game medium has entered the starting area.

(Means B4) In any one of means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 to means B3, hold storage means (for example, a second hold storage buffer) capable of storing information related to variable display as hold storage. ) And the hold display (for example, the hold display 087IW38a, 38b, 38c, 38d shown in FIGS. 8-46 (C) to 8-47 (F)) corresponding to the hold storage stored by the hold storage means. Hold display control means (for example, a portion that executes steps 087IWS850 and S851 in the effect control CPU 120) and a determination means for determining whether or not to control in an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) (for example, for game control). (Part of executing step 087IWS62 in the microcomputer 100) and a determination means for determining whether or not the control is in an advantageous state (for example, step 087IWS1216, S1226 in the game control microcomputer 100) are executed before the determination means is determined. The hold display control means can display the hold display in a mode different from the normal mode (for example, a look-ahead mode (for example, a red display color)) based on the determination result of the determination means. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 may execute step 087IWS850). According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a feeling of expectation to the display mode of the hold display.

(Means B5) In any one of means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 to means B4, a determining means (for example, a jackpot gaming state) for determining whether or not to control an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state). , The part that executes step 087IWS62 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the determination means for determining whether or not the control is in an advantageous state (for example, step 087IWS1216 in the game control microcomputer 100) before the determination means is determined. , S1226), and the first launch promotion display control means has a mode different from the normal mode (for example, a look-ahead mode (for example, a red display color)) based on the determination result of the determination means. The first launch promotion display may be displayed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS840). According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a feeling of expectation to the display mode of the first launch promotion display.

(Means B6) In any one of means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 to means B5, a light emitting body (for example, right-handed LED087IW10) relating to promotion of launching a game medium to a predetermined path in a specific state. , Right-handed notification LED087IW20) is provided with a light emitting body control means (for example, a part that executes steps 087IWS1125 and S135 in the game control microcomputer 100; a part that executes step 087IWS659 in the effect control CPU 120) and emits light. When the body control means ends the specific state, the light emitting body is stopped (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes step 087IWS1148. The effect control CPU 120 executes step 087IWS662). It may be configured. According to such a configuration, it is possible to recognize that the situation in which the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route has ended.

(Means B7) In any one of means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 to means B6, the first launch promotion display control means controls the case where it is controlled to an advantageous state and the case where it is controlled to a specific state. The first launch promotion display is displayed according to the effect mode different from that in the case where the icon is set (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-49, the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 displayed during the time saving state and the middle right-handed icon 087IW31 displayed during the jackpot game are displayed. The right-handed icon 087IW39 and the right-handed icon have different modes). According to such a configuration, it is possible to recognize whether the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route in an advantageous state or the game medium should be launched toward a predetermined route in a specific state. Can be done.

(Means B8) Based on that a specific result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is displayed as a variable display display result in any one of means B1-1, means B1-2, means B1-3 to means B7. The visibility is higher than that of the advantageous state control means (for example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 087IWS117 to S120) that can be controlled to the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot game state) and the first launch promotion display. A third launch promotion display control means (for example, a portion that executes steps 087IWS8916 and S8925 in the effect control CPU 120) that controls the display and non-display of the third launch promotion display (for example, the large right-handed icon 087IW34), and a predetermined route. A portion for executing steps 087IWS1125 and S135 in a game control microcomputer 100 for controlling light emission of a light emitting body (for example, right-handed LED087IW10, right-handed notification LED087IW20) related to promotion of firing of a game medium. The control CPU 120 includes a portion for executing step 087IWS659), and the specific state control means displays a predetermined result (for example, a time saving out-of-time symbol) different from the specific result as a display result of the variable display. (For example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes step 087IWS161), and within the display period of the predetermined result, the second launch promotion display and the third launch promotion display are displayed and emit light. The body emits light (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-39, when the symbol confirmation period starts, the right-handed LED087IW10 and the right-handed notification LED087IW20 start lighting, and the small icon 087IW30 starts to be displayed, and the symbol confirmation period The display of the large right-handed icon 087IW34 starts when the remaining period of is 5 seconds). According to such a configuration, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize that the game medium should be launched toward the predetermined route even when the predetermined state is controlled based on the display of the predetermined result. it can.

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

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can perform variable display based on the entry of the gaming medium into the starting area, and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
The starting area is provided so that a game medium passing through a predetermined route can enter.
A specific state control means capable of controlling a specific state in which the game medium easily enters the starting area, and
In the specific state, the first launch promotion display control means for controlling the display and non-display of the first launch promotion display relating to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route, and
The display and non-display of the second launch promotion display, which is a display relating to the launch promotion of the game medium to the predetermined route and is less visible than the first launch promotion display, is a gaming state including the advantageous state and the specific state. A second launch promotion display control means, which is controlled according to the above, is provided.
The first launch promotion display control means changes the display mode of the first launch promotion display from a predetermined mode to a special mode based on the establishment of a predetermined condition regarding the entry of the game medium into the starting region. A featured gaming machine.

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