JP2021078709A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of achieving sound game properties by suppressing a speculative mind.SOLUTION: Variable display execution means can select a special variable display period in which a variable display period is equal to or more than a predetermined period on the basis of satisfaction of a special condition regarding a first reservation memory, a first display period as a display period when a specific result regarding control of an advantageous state as a display result of variable display in a special state is longer than a second display period as a display period when a specific result is displayed in a non-special state, and specific output means can execute specific output capable of identifying the fact that a game medium should be shot toward a specific path in which a first passage area is provided during the first display period, and further includes special performance execution means capable of executing a special performance differing from a performance executed during the second display period during the first display period.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-24

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine that can variably display identification information and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

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

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

The game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine is in an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a prize, or is in an advantageous state for the player. It is to generate rights and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

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

Further, in the variable display device, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In such a gaming machine, for example, Patent Document 1 describes controlling to a special state (for example, a high frequency state) after the end of an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state).

JP-A-2018-149189

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the variable display executed in the special state controlled after the end of the advantageous state and the variable display executed based on the starting condition established in the special state are used as an opportunity again. If it is controlled to the advantageous state, it will be controlled to the advantageous state multiple times in a short period of time, and the gambling may become excessively high.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of suppressing gambling and realizing sound game playability.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention displays identification information (for example, a special symbol) in a variable manner, and is in an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state or a type-two type mixer) that is advantageous to the player. A first passing area (for example, a winning ball device) that is a game machine that can be controlled to a small hit game state and is provided at a position where a game medium passing through a specific path (for example, left game area 153SG002L) can pass. In the first starting winning opening formed in 6A and the second passing area (for example, the variable winning ball device 6B) provided at a position where the game medium passing through the special route (for example, the right gaming area 153SG002R) can pass. The formed second start winning opening) and the variable display of the identification information include the variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) based on the establishment of the first start condition and the second start condition. A variable display executing means (for example, a portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes step S112) capable of performing variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) based on the establishment, and a first. 1 The first reserved storage means (for example, the first reserved storage number buffer) that can store the information related to the variable display of the identification information as the first reserved storage, and the information related to the variable display of the second identification information is stored as the second reserved storage. Controlled to a possible second hold storage means (eg, second hold storage buffer) and a special state (eg, high base state) in which the second start condition is more likely to be met than a non-special state (eg, low base state). A special state control means (for example, a part where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 078IWS164 and 078IWS537) and a special output capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward a special route. It is possible to output the output means (for example, the launch position designation signal 3 as a test signal (output time: during the game state in which the player is expected to hit right), and it is possible to give right-handed notification as hitting method notification. (See FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24) and a specific output means (for example, a launch position designation as a test signal) capable of executing a specific output capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward a specific route. It is possible to output signal 1 (output time: during a game state in which the player is expected to hit left), and it is possible to give left-handed notification as hitting method notification. 24), the first starting condition is established based on the passing of the game medium through the first passing area, and the second starting condition is the second passing area. It is established based on the passage of the game medium through the area, and the variable display execution means selects one of a plurality of variable display periods and executes variable display of the identification information according to the selected variable display period. It is possible (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps S111 and S112), and a special condition regarding the first reserved storage (for example, the number of first reserved storage reaches a specific number (for example, "4")). The special variable display period (for example, the special figure fluctuation time of the special variation: 262000 ms) whose variable display period is equal to or longer than the predetermined period can be selected based on the establishment of (for example, the game control microcomputer 100). A portion for executing steps 095IWS101 to S107. (See FIG. 8-8 (F)), the first display period, which is the display period when the specific result related to the control of the advantageous state is displayed as the display result of the variable display in the special state, is the specific result in the non-special state. Is longer than the second display period, which is the display period when is displayed (for example, the symbol confirmation period when the jackpot symbol is stopped in the low base state is 0.5 seconds, and the jackpot symbol is stopped in the high base state. The symbol determination period is one minute (see FIG. 8-24), the special output means can execute the special output in a special state (see, for example, FIG. 8-24), and the specific output means is In the first display period, a specific output can be executed (see, for example, FIG. 8-24 (B)), and in the first display period, a special effect different from the effect executed in the second display period (for example, blessing). It is characterized by further including a special effect executing means (for example, a portion in which the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 078IWS864 to S866; see FIGS. 8-24 (B) and 8-37 (C)) capable of executing the effect. It is supposed to be.
According to such a configuration, the game medium can pass through the first passage area during the display period (that is, the first display period) when the specific result is displayed in the special state, and the special condition regarding the first hold storage Since a special variable display period in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a predetermined period can be selected when is established, it is possible to prevent the variable display period from being controlled to an advantageous state multiple times in a short period of time, suppressing gambling and sound playability. Can be realized. Further, when the specific result is displayed in the special state (that is, the first display period), the special effect is executed, so that the interest can be improved.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko 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 gaming machine in the feature part 095IW. 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 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 jackpot 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 which shows the specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature part 095IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature part 095IW. 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 the specific example of the timer interrupt processing for game control in a feature part 095IW. 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 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 jackpot end processing. It is a state transition diagram for demonstrating the state transition in the feature part 095IW. It is a flowchart which shows the test terminal processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a test signal. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the timing of a test signal and hitting notification. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern example of the 2nd special symbol after a big hit by the 2nd special symbol. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the timing of a test signal and hitting notification. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of the effect control main processing in the feature part 095IW. 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 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 explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode at the time of transitioning to a time saving state. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode at the time of transitioning to a time saving state. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode in a time saving state. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode at the time of transitioning to a time saving state. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production example at the time of a special variation pattern.

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

(Configuration of pachinko machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1, showing an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 forming a 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 symbol 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 a first starting winning opening that is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls 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 for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for gaming 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 ball striking operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the game ball toward the game area by the striking ball launching device is provided.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, the gaming balls paid out as prize balls and the gaming 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 hitting 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 gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming 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 normal 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-cutting (time-cutting time reduction, number-cutting probability change, etc.).

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

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, 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", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative 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 gaming state, a small hit gaming state, a gaming 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 a part or all of the RAM 102 is stopped from supplying power to the pachinko gaming machine 1. 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 winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

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

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

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

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

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a 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 gaming 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 the data is normal or not (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 such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, 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 specifying the determination result such as the generation of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

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

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set 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 confirmed 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, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is set using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winning, but the gaming media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of 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 gaming machine 1 is shown as a gaming machine, but a medal is inserted, 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 095IW)
Next, the feature portion 095IW of this embodiment will be described. In the feature unit 095IW, the game state is controlled to either a normal state, a time saving state, or a probabilistic state (also controlled in the time saving state). In this example, in the time saving state (high base state), the average special figure fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state (low base state), and the average normal map fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state. Is shortened, and the probability of becoming "per normal" in the normal game is higher than in the normal state. 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.

Further, in this example, in the probabilistic state, the probability of becoming a big hit (big hit probability) is increased as compared with the normal state and the time saving state. In this example, when it is controlled to the probabilistic state, it is also controlled to the time saving state.

Further, in this example, in addition to the case where the variable display result becomes a big hit and is controlled to the probability variation state or the time saving state after the big hit game ends, even if the variable display result is out of order, the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed. It may be controlled to a shorter time based on what has been done.

(Board composition)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature unit 095IW. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 095IW, as shown in FIG. 8-1, in the left gaming area 153SG002L, the gaming ball launched relatively weakly (left-handed) by the operation of the hitting operation handle 30. The right game area 153SG002R is a game area that flows down, and the right game area 153SG002R is launched (right-handed) more strongly than the game ball that flows down the left game area 153SG002L by the operation of the hitting ball operation handle 30, and the upper path of the image display device 5. This is a gaming area that passes through 153SG002C and flows down.

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

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

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 095IW, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed LED078IW10 is provided below the normal drawing hold indicator 25C. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed notification LED 078IW20 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, the fourth symbol display 078IW21a 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 078IW21a 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 078IW21b 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 078IW21a 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.

Since it is configured as described above, in the main feature unit 095IW, as a flow of the game, in the normal state (low base state) in which it is difficult for the game ball to win in the second start winning opening, the game is played in the first starting winning opening. In order to win the ball, he will hit left. Then, for example, the variation display of the first special symbol is performed based on the winning of the first start winning opening, and when the variation display result becomes the jackpot symbol, in the jackpot game state, the game ball is won in the jackpot. Therefore, it will be right-handed. Then, after the jackpot game state ends, when the game ball is controlled to a time-saving state (high base state) in which it is easy for the game ball to win in the second start winning opening, right-handed in order to make the second starting winning opening win the game ball. Will be done. After that, when the time saving state (high base state) is completed and the normal state (low base state) is controlled, a left-handed strike is performed in order to win the game ball in the first starting winning opening.

(Big hit probability, small hit probability, time saving loss probability)
8-2 and 8-3 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the jackpot probability, the small hit probability, and the time saving loss probability for each set value. Of these, FIG. 8-2 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. 8-3 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 FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, 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 FIGS. 8-2 (A) and 8-3 (A), the non-probability change state (low) is performed both when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. In the probability state (normal state or time saving state), the setting value "1" is the lowest (about 1/320) with the jackpot probability "205/65536", which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the 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.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 (B) and 8-3 (B), the probability variation state (in both the case of executing the variation display of the first special symbol and the case of executing the variation display of the second special symbol ( In the high probability state), the setting value "1" is the lowest (about 1/32) with the jackpot probability "2050/65536", which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the jackpot probability "3280/65536" is the highest when the set value is "6". It is high (about 1/20), which is the most advantageous setting for the player. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, in this example, the jackpot probability is increased 10 times in the probabilistic state as compared with the non-probable state.

On the other hand, regarding the small hit, as shown in FIG. 8-2, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set (furthermore). , Regardless of whether it is in the probable state or the non-probable state), the small hit probability is constant as "164/65536" (about 1/400). Further, as shown in FIG. 8-3, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, it does not matter which of the set values "1" to "6" is set (furthermore, whether it is in a probabilistic state). The small hit probability is constant as "9362/65536" (about 1/7) regardless of whether it is in a non-probability state. That is, in this example, the judgment value for small hit judgment is common regardless of the set value.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-2, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set (furthermore, whether it is in a probabilistic state). Regardless of whether it is in a non-probability state), the time saving loss probability is constant as "164/65536" (about 1/400). Further, as shown in FIG. 8-3, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, it does not matter which of the set values "1" to "6" is set (furthermore, whether it is in a probabilistic state). Regardless of whether it is in a non-probability state), the time saving loss probability is constant as "328/65536" (about 1/200). That is, in this example, the determination value for determining the time reduction is the same regardless of the set value.

As shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, even when the jackpot probability is made different according to the set value as described above, while the small hit probability and the time saving loss probability are set to be constant. By making the probability of loss without time reduction different between the set values "1" to "6", the number of judgment values for each set value may be matched.

The examples shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3 are examples, and various modes can be considered as methods for setting the jackpot 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 executing the variable display of the first special symbol (Fig. 8-2), the small hit probability may be uniformly set to 0 so that the judgment value for the small hit is not included. Good.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the time saving loss probability is about 1/400, and the variation of the second special symbol. When the display is executed, the case where the time saving loss probability is about 1/200 is shown, but conversely, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the time saving loss probability is about 1/200. When executing the variation display of the second special symbol, the time saving loss probability may be configured to be about 1/400.

(Big hit type judgment table)
FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-4 (A) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-4 (B) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (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 be either "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot".

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (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 be either "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot".

The "normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot game state of 15 rounds and shifts to a time saving state after the end of the jackpot game state. When the state shifts to the time saving state, the time saving state is maintained until the fluctuation display of 100 times is finished or the next big hit occurs.

The "probability change jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot game state of 15 rounds and shifts to the probability variation state after the end of the jackpot game state. After shifting to the probabilistic state, the probabilistic state is maintained until the next big hit occurs. In this example, when it is controlled to the probabilistic state, it is also controlled to the time saving state.

The "sudden probability change jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot game state of two rounds and shifts to the probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state. After shifting to the probabilistic state, the probabilistic state is maintained until the next big hit occurs. In this example, when it is controlled to the probabilistic state, it is also controlled to the time saving state.

In this example, in the case of "normal jackpot" and "probability variable jackpot", 29 seconds have passed or a predetermined number (10 in this example) of games in each of the 15 rounds during the jackpot game. The large winning opening is controlled to be open until the ball wins (therefore, the long-term opening of the large winning opening is performed 15 times). On the other hand, in the case of a "sudden change jackpot", the jackpot is controlled to be open for an extremely short 0.5 seconds in each of the two rounds of the jackpot game (hence, a short period of time for the jackpot). Opening is done twice). Therefore, in the case of a "sudden change jackpot", it is practically impossible to expect a prize in the big prize opening, and it can be made to appear as if the player suddenly changed to the probability change state.

Further, in this example, even in the case of a "small hit", the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.5 seconds, which is extremely short during the small hit game, and the appearance is "suddenly probable big hit". The grand prize opening of the same aspect is opened.

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, it is determined as a "normal big hit" with a probability of 40%, and 40%. It is determined to be a "probability change jackpot" with a probability, and is determined to be a "sudden change jackpot" with a probability of 20%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (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 a "normal big hit" with a probability of 40%, 55. With a% probability, it is determined as a "probability change jackpot", and with a 5% probability, it is determined as a "sudden change jackpot".

(Time saving type judgment table)
FIG. 8-5 is an explanatory diagram showing a time saving type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-5 (A) shows a specific example of the time saving type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-5 (B) shows a specific example of the time saving 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 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. 8-5 (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 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. 8-5 (A) and 8-5 (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 1/3 chance that it will be determined as "time saving loss A", a 1/3 probability that it will be determined as "time saving loss B", and a 1/3 probability that it will be determined as "time saving loss C". Is decided.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-5, 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. 8-6 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the time saving type. As shown in FIG. 8-6, in this example, in the normal state, when the time reduction is "A", the time reduction is controlled to 100 times, and when the time reduction is "B", the time reduction is 50. It is controlled to the time saving state of 30 times, and when it becomes "time saving out of C", it is controlled to the time saving state of 30 times. Further, in the time saving state, when "time saving loss A" occurs, the time saving state is controlled until the next big hit, and when "time saving loss B" occurs, the time saving state is controlled to 200 times, and "time saving loss". When it becomes "C", it is controlled to the time saving state of 100 times of time saving.

In this example, as will be described later, the time reduction may not be determined in the probabilistic state.

Further, the method of controlling the number of time reductions in the case of a time reduction deviation is not limited to that shown in FIG. 8-6. For example, even when the same time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, it may be configured to control so that the number of time-savings is 100 times in the normal state and the time-saving state. Further, for example, even when the same time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the time saving number is controlled to 100 times in the normal state, and the time saving number is controlled to 0 times in the time saving state (that is,). It may be configured to fall from the time saving state 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.

(Variation pattern table)
8-7 and 8-8 are explanatory views showing a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature unit 095IW. Of these, FIG. 8-7 (A) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table A for big hits and small hits. Further, FIG. 8-7 (B) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table B for deviation in the normal state. Further, FIG. 8-7 (C) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table C for the deviation in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot. Further, FIG. 8-7 (D) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table D for the time saving state, which is controlled via the time saving time loss. Further, FIG. 8-8 (E) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table E for deviation in the probabilistic state. However, in this example, even in the probabilistic state or the time saving state, when the total number of reserved storages (note that the number of second reserved storages may be replaced with the total number of reserved storages) is not 1 or more (holding storage is). If not), the variation pattern is determined using the variation pattern table B.

Further, in FIG. 8-8 (F), in the high base state (time saving state) controlled after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is displayed for the first to fourth times. A concrete example of the special variation pattern table used when it is executed is shown. However, in this example, when the 1st to 4th variable display of the 2nd special symbol is executed in the high base state (time saving state) controlled after the big hit game triggered by the variable display of the 2nd special symbol. Even if there is, if the first reserved storage number is not a specific number (“4” in this example), the fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern table B or the fluctuation pattern table C instead of the special fluctuation pattern table. ..

In this example, the special fluctuation pattern table is used when the game is controlled to the high base state (time saving state) after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the big hit. When the special fluctuation pattern table is controlled to the high base state (time saving state) after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the time saving gap, the special fluctuation pattern table is displayed. It is configured not to be used. Not limited to such a configuration, for example, it is controlled to the high base state (time saving state) after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the time saving deviation. Sometimes, even when the high base state (time saving state) is continued (or the period controlled to the high base state is extended) triggered by the stop of the time saving symbol in the high base state (time saving state). It may be configured so that a special variation pattern table may be used.

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), in this example, in the case of a big hit or a small hit, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), and the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α). It is determined to be one of the fluctuation patterns PA2-3 (super reach β).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), in this example, when the deviation occurs in the normal state, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 (normal fluctuation) and the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach). , The fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α) and the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β) are determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (C), in this example, when there is a deviation in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot, the fluctuation pattern is the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) and the fluctuation. It is determined to be one of pattern PA1-3 (shortening variation), variation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), variation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), and variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (D), in this example, when the deviation occurs in the time reduction state controlled via the time reduction deviation, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation), It is determined to be one of the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation), the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), and the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β).

As shown in FIGS. 8-7 (C) and 8-7 (D), in this example, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) and the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation) are determined in the time saving state. The rate of fluctuation is high, and the average fluctuation time is shorter than in the normal state. Further, even in the same time saving state, the selection probability of the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) is 80 in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot as compared with the time saving state controlled via the time saving deviation. It is as high as%, and the average fluctuation time is short.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (E), in this example, when the deviation occurs in the probabilistic state, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) and the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach). ), The fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), and the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β).

As shown in FIG. 8-8 (E), in this example, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) is determined with a high probability of 90% in the probabilistic state, and the average fluctuation time is further averaged than in the time saving state. Is getting shorter.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (F), in this example, in the high base state controlled after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state via the big hit, 1 to 1 When the fourth variation display of the second special symbol is executed, if the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example), the variation time is extremely long (262000 ms (4 minutes 22 seconds)). , The fluctuation pattern PA3-1 (special fluctuation) is determined. In this example, when the special variation pattern table is used, the variation pattern PA3-1 (special variation) is determined regardless of whether the variation display result is a miss or a big hit (or a small hit).

Hereinafter, the high base state controlled after the big hit game triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state via the big hit is changed to the other high base state (for example, the high base state via the time saving loss). 2 High base state controlled after the big hit game triggered by the variable display of the special symbol, high base state controlled after the big hit game triggered by the variable display of the first special symbol, and high base controlled after the time reduction is lost. When distinguishing from the state), it is also called a special high base state.

Further, the condition for executing the special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1 is also referred to as a special execution condition. That is, the condition that the control is performed in the special high base state, the condition that the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example), and the variable display to be executed are the 1st to 4th times in the special high base state. When all the conditions of the variation display of the second special symbol of No. 2 are satisfied, the special execution condition is satisfied and the special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1 is executed.

The special execution conditions are not limited to those shown in this example. For example, the condition related to the first reserved storage number among the special execution conditions may be satisfied not only when the first reserved storage number is "4" but also when it is "2" or "3". .. Further, not only when the 1st to 4th variation display of the 2nd special symbol is performed in the special high base state, the variation of the 2nd special symbol until the predetermined number of times (for example, 3 times or less, or 5 times or more) is reached. At the time of display, the special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1 may be executed.

In the feature unit 095IW, in the time saving state (high base state), the variation pattern PA3-1 of the special variation can be selected when the variation of the second special symbol is displayed, while the special variation is displayed when the variation of the first special symbol is displayed. The fluctuation pattern PA3-1 of the above is not selected, but the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 of the ultra-shortening fluctuation and the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 of the shortening fluctuation are selected. With such a configuration, the data capacity can be reduced. Not limited to the configuration of the feature unit 095IW, for example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed (especially in the case of deviation) in the time saving state (high base state), a single variation pattern is generated. It may be used to further reduce the data capacity.

Further, the method of setting the fluctuation pattern table shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8 is an example, and various modes can be considered. For example, when the time reduction state occurs and the time reduction state is controlled again during the time reduction state, it is the same as the variation pattern table C for the time reduction state controlled via the jackpot shown in FIG. 8-7 (C). The table may be used to determine the variation pattern.

Further, for example, only when the time saving state is continued until the next big hit among the cases where the time saving is lost (in this example, the time saving state is A during the time saving state), via the big hit shown in FIG. 8-7 (C). The fluctuation pattern may be determined by using the same table as the fluctuation pattern table C for the deviation in the time saving state controlled by.

(Direction control command)
8-9 and 8-10 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. 8-9 and 8-10, 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.

The command 9004 (H) is an effect control command (display result 5 designation command (normal jackpot designation command)) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is a normal jackpot. The command 9005 (H) is an effect control command (display result 6 designation command (probability variation jackpot designation command)) for designating the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command as the probability variation jackpot. The command 9006 (H) is an effect control command (display result 7 designation command (sudden probability change jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is suddenly changed to the probability change jackpot. ..

The command 9007 (H) is an effect control command (display result 8 designation command (small hit designation command)) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is a small hit.

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. Command A002 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation C 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 0.5 seconds. is there. 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 60 seconds.

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) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the prize 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 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 E003 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state specification command) that specifies that the game state is controlled to the probability change state.

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 8-9 and 8-10, 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. 8-9 and 8-10 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.

(Game control timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing the game control timer interrupt processing in the feature unit 095IW. In this feature unit 095IW, in addition to each process of the timer interrupt process for game control shown in FIG. 4, it is a process for outputting a test signal so that the control state of the game machine can be confirmed outside the game machine. The test terminal process (step 095IWS28) is executed. Details of the test terminal processing will be described later.

(Special design normal processing)
8-12 and 8-13 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step S110) 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 078IWS51). 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 reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second reserved storage number is 0 (step 078IWS52). 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 078IWS53). 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 078IWS54).

In this feature unit 095IW, by executing the processes of steps 078IWS52 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 078IWS55). 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 078IWS56). 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 078IWS57). 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 078IWS61) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 078IWS62). In this case, the CPU 103 reads a hit determination random number extracted in the start winning determination process (step S101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer, and performs a big hit determination. The jackpot determination module compares a predetermined jackpot determination value (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) with a hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining a jackpot if they match. It is a program. That is, it is a program that executes a jackpot determination process. In this case, if the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is not set (if the probability variation state is low), the CPU 103 has a jackpot determination value for low probability (FIGS. 8-2 (A) and 8-3). (See (A)) is used to make a jackpot determination. Further, if the probability variation flag is set (in the high probability state), the CPU 103 uses the jackpot determination value for high probability (see FIGS. 8-2 (B) and 8-3 (B)). Make a big hit judgment. When the value of the random number for hit determination matches any of the jackpot determination values shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a jackpot. If it is decided to make a big hit (Y in step 078IWS63), the process proceeds to step 078IWS64. On the other hand, if it is decided not to make a big hit (N in step 078IWS63), the process proceeds to step 078IWS66. 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 078IWS64, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot. Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot) corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the jackpot type (step 078IWS65). 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 jackpot type. Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS74.

On the other hand, in step 078IWS66, 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 shown in FIG. 8-2 is selected, and the value of the special symbol pointer is "second". , The small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-3 is selected. 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 078IWS67).

If it is determined to be a small hit (Y in step 078IWS68), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step 078IWS69). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS74.

Unless it is decided to make a small hit (N in step 078IWS68), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step 078IWS70). If the probability change flag is set (that is, if it is in the probability change state), the process proceeds to step 078IWS74. In this example, by executing the process of step 078IWS, it is determined that, in the case of the probabilistic state, the process of step 078IWS71 is determined to be the loss without the time reduction as it is without performing the subsequent time reduction determination process. To.

If the probability change flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the probability change state), the CPU 103 uses a time reduction loss determination table for determining whether or not the time reduction is lost, and a lottery process based on the time reduction deviation determination random number is used. (Step 078IWS71). 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 1/400. (See FIG. 8-2). 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 1/200 (). See Figure 8-3).

If it is determined to be out of time (Y in step 078IWS72), the CPU 103 has a type corresponding to a value that matches 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 078IWS73). 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 078IWS74.

In step 078IWS73, the time saving type determination is performed using the type determination random number used in the jackpot type determination in step 078IWS65 and the common type determination random number. Further, when the small hit type is also determined, the determination process may be performed using a common type determination random number in the small hit type determination in addition to the large hit type determination and the time saving type determination. Good.

Next, the CPU 103 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the big hit type, whether to make a small hit, and the time saving type (step 078IWS74). In this case, for example, if it is decided to make a normal jackpot, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "3", and if it is decided to be a probabilistic jackpot, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "7". If it is decided and suddenly decided to be a probabilistic big hit, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided to be "9", and if it is decided to be a small hit, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided to be "1". However, if it is decided to set the time saving out of A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "2", and if it is decided to be the time saving out of B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "4". However, if it is decided that the time reduction is out of C, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "6", and if it is decided to be out of time (no time reduction), the stop symbol of the special symbol is "-". To decide. 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 078IWS75).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S111) (step 078IWS76).

(Variation pattern setting process)
FIG. 8-14 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step S111) in the special symbol process process. In the variation pattern setting process, first, whether the value of the special variation counter indicating the remaining number of times that the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) executes the special variation (variation pattern PA3-1) is larger than 0. Confirm whether or not (step 095IWS101). Then, when the value of the special fluctuation counter is larger than 0, the process proceeds to step 095IWS106.

As described above, in the feature unit 095IW, when the special high base state and the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example), the first to fourth times in the special high base state. The variation display of the second special symbol is determined to be a special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1. Therefore, when the value of the special fluctuation counter is 4, it means that the remaining number of times to execute the special fluctuation is 4, that is, the situation where the first special fluctuation is executed. Further, when the value of the special fluctuation counter is 1, it means that the remaining number of times to execute the special fluctuation is one, that is, the situation is to execute the fourth special fluctuation.

That is, when the value of the special fluctuation counter is larger than 0, it means that the special fluctuation is executed, that is, the special execution condition is satisfied. On the other hand, the fact that the value of the special fluctuation counter is 0 means that it has not been confirmed that the situation is such that the special fluctuation is executed, that is, that the establishment of the special execution condition has not been confirmed.

When the value of the special fluctuation counter is 0, the CPU 103 has generated a jackpot triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the jackpot (that is, controlled after the jackpot game). It is confirmed whether or not the special fluctuation flag indicating (the high base state being set is the special high base state) is set (step 095IWS102). If the special fluctuation flag is not set, the process proceeds to step 078IWS1701. In this example, the special variation flag is set in step 095IWS1140, which will be described later.

When the special fluctuation flag is set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example) (step 095IWS103). Then, if the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example), the CPU 103 sets “4” as the value of the special fluctuation counter (step 095IWS104) and resets the special fluctuation flag (step). 095IWS105). If the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example), the CPU 103 resets the special fluctuation flag without setting a value in the special fluctuation counter (step 095IWS105).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "2" (step 095IWS106), and the value of the special symbol pointer is not a value indicating "2", that is, the first special. When the variable display of the symbol is executed, the process proceeds to step 078IWS1701.

If the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "2", that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the CPU 103 uses FIG. 8-8 as a table for determining the variation pattern (FIG. 8-8). The special fluctuation pattern table shown in F) is selected (step 095IWS107), and the value of the special fluctuation counter is subtracted by 1 (step 095IWS108). After that, the process proceeds to step 078IWS1710.

In the feature unit 095IW, by executing the processes of steps 095IWS101 to S107, the first reserved storage number controlled to the special high base state is a specific number (4 in this example), and the variable display to be executed is executed. Is the 1st to 4th variation display of the 2nd special symbol in the special high base state (that is, when the special execution condition is satisfied), the special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1 is executed. Will be done.

It should be noted that the configuration is not limited to the configuration using the special fluctuation counter as shown in FIG. 8-14, and for example, a counter for counting the number of fluctuations is provided, and the value of the counter is the 1st to 4th fluctuation display after the big hit game. At the time shown, if it is in the special high base state and the first reserved storage number is a specific number (4 in this example), the special variation pattern table may be selected.

In step 078IWS1701, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit flag or the small hit flag is set (step 078IWS1701). If the big hit flag or the small hit flag is set, the CPU 103 selects the big hit and small hit fluctuation pattern table A shown in FIG. 8-7 (A) as the table for determining the fluctuation pattern (step). 078IWS1702).

If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set (that is, if it is off), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step 078IWS1703). If the probability change flag is set (that is, in the probability change state), the CPU 103 uses the fluctuation pattern table for deviation in the probability change state shown in FIG. 8-8 (E) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. Select E (step 078IWS1704). However, in this case, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage counter, selects the variation pattern table E on condition that the value of the total pending storage counter is 1 or more, and sets the value of the total pending storage counter. If is 0 (that is, if there is no hold storage), the variation pattern table B for deviation in the normal state shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is selected.

If the probability change flag is not set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag A indicating that the time saving state is controlled via the jackpot is set (step 078IWS1705). If the time saving flag A is set (that is, if the time saving state is controlled via the jackpot), the CPU 103 uses the jackpot as shown in FIG. 8-7 (C) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. The variation pattern table C for the outlier in the controlled time saving state is selected (step 078IWS1706). However, in this case, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage counter, selects the variation pattern table C on condition that the value of the total pending storage counter is 1 or more, and sets the value of the total pending storage counter. If is 0 (that is, if there is no hold storage), the variation pattern table B for deviation in the normal state shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is selected.

If the time saving flag A is not set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag B indicating that the time saving state is controlled via the time saving deviation is set (step 078IWS1707). If the time saving flag B is set (that is, if the time saving state is controlled via the time saving deviation), the CPU 103 uses the time saving deviation as shown in FIG. 8-7 (D) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. The variation pattern table D for the outlier in the time saving state controlled via the method is selected (step 078IWS1708). However, in this case, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage counter, selects the variation pattern table D on condition that the value of the total pending storage counter is 1 or more, and sets the value of the total pending storage counter. If is 0 (that is, if there is no hold storage), the variation pattern table B for deviation in the normal state shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is selected.

If the time saving flag B is not set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 uses the fluctuation pattern for deviation in the normal state shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. Select table B (step 078IWS1709).

Next, the CPU 103 uses the variation pattern table determined to be used in step 078IWS1702, S1704, S1706, S1708, S1709, or step 095IWS107, and the variation pattern determination random number stored in the first special symbol determination buffer. Based on this, it is determined which of the fluctuation patterns shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8 should be used (step 078IWS1710). 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 078IWS1711).

Further, when the fluctuation time (variation pattern) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is determined in step 078IWS1710, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the fluctuation time timer and measures the fluctuation time. (Step 078IWS1712), 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 078IWS1713). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation processing (step 078IWS1714).

(Special symbol variation processing)
8-16 and 8-17 are flowcharts showing a special symbol variation process (step S112) 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, control to transmit one of the display result designation commands (display result 1 designation command to display result 8 designation command) to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the jackpot type and the determination result of the time saving type is controlled. (Step 078IWS1121).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step 078IWS1122), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step 078IWS1123), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is determined to be out of time (step). 078IWS1124). 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 078IWS75.

If it is determined that the time is out of time, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED 078IW10 (step 078IWS1125). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS1126).

By executing the process of step 078IWS1125, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed LED 078IW10 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 078IWS1127). 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 078IWS1128). 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 078IWS1129). 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 078IWS1134.

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 078IWS1130). 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 078IWS1131). 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 078IWS1134.

Unless it is determined to be out of time (N in step 078IWS1124), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time reduction flag A is set (step 095IWS1135). If the time saving flag A is set, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" and the jackpot flag is set (step 095IWS1136), that is, the second jackpot. Check if the special symbol is a variable display.

When the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" and the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 measures the fixed display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. A value corresponding to "60 seconds" is set in the symbol determination period timer for this purpose (step 095IWS1137). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second symbol confirmation D designation command capable of specifying that the symbol confirmation period is 60 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 095IWS1138).

The CPU 103 then sets the special variation flag (step 095IWS1140). Then, the process proceeds to step 095IWS1141.

In the feature unit 095IW, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variation display result of the second special symbol in the time saving state via the jackpot by executing the process of step 095IWS1137, the symbol determination period is 60. It will be a long period of seconds. In addition, by executing the process of step 095IWS1148 described later, the right-handed notification is not performed and the left-handed notification is performed during the symbol determination period (on the effect control board 12 side, the step described later). It is realized by executing the processing of 078IWS641, S642a, S642b).

Further, in the feature unit 095IW, by executing the process of step 095IWS1140, it can be determined from the state of the special fluctuation flag that the high base state controlled after the big hit game is the special high base state. In the configuration of the feature unit 095IW, the special fluctuation flag is set at the start timing of the symbol confirmation period, but the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, at the end timing of the symbol confirmation period or the end timing of the jackpot game. It may be set.

When the time saving flag A is not set (N in step 095IWS1135), or when the variation display of the second special symbol which is a big hit is not set (N in step 095IWS1136), the CPU 103 uses the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Stopping the symbol Set the value corresponding to "0.5 seconds" in the symbol confirmation period timer for measuring the confirmation display period of the symbol (step 078IWS1132). 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 0.5 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS1133). .. 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 095IWS1141.

In step 095IWS1141, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step 095IWS1141). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103, if set, sets a probability change flag, a time reduction flag A, a time reduction flag B, and a time reduction counter for counting the number of executions of the variation display during the time reduction state. Reset (step 095IWS1142).

If the jackpot flag is not set (N in step 095IWS1141), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is 0 (step 095IWS1143). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the time reduction counter value (step 095IWS1144). Further, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is 0 (step 095IWS1145). If the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 resets the time reduction flag A or the time reduction flag B and ends the time reduction state (step 095IWS1146).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed LED 078IW10 (step 095IWS1147). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 095IWS1148). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 095IWS1149).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S113) (step 078IWS1134).

In this example, the process of steps 095IWS1141 to S1149 is executed to shift to a low base state at the start of the symbol determination period in the jackpot fluctuation and the time saving final fluctuation, and to end the right-handed notification. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the jackpot fluctuation may be configured to shift to the low base state at the start of fluctuation or at the end of the symbol confirmation period, or the time-saving final fluctuation may shift to the low base state at the start of fluctuation or at the end of the symbol confirmation period. It may be configured to end the right-handed notification.

Further, in this example, even if the time reduction final fluctuation is performed, if the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the high base state is maintained as it is without shifting to the low base state at the start of the symbol confirmation period. However, the configuration is not limited to this, and for example, it may be configured to shift to the low base state at the start of the symbol fixing period and to shift to the high base state again at the end of the symbol fixing period.

(Special symbol stop processing)
8-18 and 8-19 are flowcharts showing a special symbol stop process (step S113) 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 078IWS131), and confirms whether or not the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 078IWS132). ..

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 078IWS133).

When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 (step 078IWS135). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS136).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS137). 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 078IWS138). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release preprocessing (step S144) (step 078IWS139).

If the big hit flag is not set (N in step 078IWS133), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step 078IWS147). 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 078IWS148). Next, the CPU 103 sets the time timer before opening the big winning opening (step 078IWS149). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step S118) (step 078IWS150).

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 078IWS151). 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 078IWS75. 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 078IWS167.

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 078IWS152). 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 "100" in the time saving number counter if it is out of time saving A (Y in step 078IWS153). (Step 078IWS154). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

If it is not the time reduction A, the CPU 103 sets "50" in the time reduction counter if it is the time reduction B (Y in step 078IWS155) (step 078IWS156). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

If it is not the time reduction B (that is, if it is the time reduction C), the CPU 103 sets "30" in the time reduction counter (step 078IWS157). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

If the time reduction flag A or the time reduction flag B is set (that is, in the time reduction state), the CPU 103 resets the value of the time reduction counter to 0 if the time reduction is out of A (Y in step 078IWS158) (that is, in the time reduction state). Step 078IWS159). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

If it is not the time reduction A, the CPU 103 sets "200" to the time reduction counter (step 078IWS161) if it is the time reduction B (Y in step 078IWS160). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

If it is not the time reduction B (that is, if it is the time reduction C), the CPU 103 sets "100" in the time reduction counter (step 078IWS162). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS163.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag A if it is set (step 078IWS163). Further, the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag B and controls the time saving state (step 078IWS164). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state B designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS165).

By executing the processing of steps 078IWS164 and S165, 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.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S110) (step 078IWS167).

(Big hit end processing)
FIG. 8-20 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step S117) in the special symbol process process. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step 078IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 078IWS535. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the jackpot flag (step 078IWS532) and controls transmission of the jackpot end designation command (step 078IWS533). 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 078IWS534), and performs processing. finish.

In step 078IWS535, 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 078IWS536). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 078IWS536), the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag A and controls the time saving state (step 078IWS537). Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot that ends this time is a normal jackpot (step 078IWS538). Whether or not it is a normal big hit can be determined by checking, for example, the stop symbol of the special symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 078IWS75. If it is a normal big hit, the CPU 103 sets "100" in the time reduction counter (step 078IWS539). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state A designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS540).

If it is not a normal jackpot (that is, if it is a probability variation jackpot or a sudden probability variation jackpot), the CPU 103 sets a probability variation flag and controls the probability variation state (step 078IWS541). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the probability change state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 078IWS542).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S110) (step 078IWS543).

In this feature unit 095IW, the large winning opening is controlled to be open, and the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening has reached a predetermined number (10 in this example) (game to the large winning opening). A round game is performed in which the large winning opening is controlled to be closed on the condition that the winning of a ball is detected 10 times. It is also possible to detect over-winning), and it is configured to pay out the prize ball even when over-winning is detected. It should be noted that the winning of the number of game balls exceeding the predetermined number in the large winning opening is specifically, from the entry of the predetermined number of game balls into the large winning opening to the completion of the control to the closed state. It is generated when a game ball enters the large winning opening.

(State transition)
Next, the state transition in the feature unit 095IW will be described. FIG. 8-21 is a state transition diagram for explaining the state transition in the feature unit 095IW. As shown in FIG. 8-21, in the normal state, when a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs, it is controlled to the probabilistic state (see step 078IWS541), and when it becomes a normal jackpot, the time saving state A (via the jackpot). (See steps 078IWS537 to S539). 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 078IWS164).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-21, in the probabilistic state, when a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs, the probabilistic jackpot is controlled again (see step 078IWS541), and when a normal jackpot occurs, the time saving state A It is controlled to (time saving state via jackpot) (see steps 078IWS537 to S539). On the other hand, in the probabilistic state, the time saving out-of-time symbol is not derived and displayed (see Y in step 078IWS70).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-21, in the time saving state A, when a probability variation jackpot or a sudden probability variation jackpot occurs, it is controlled to the probability variation state (see step 078IWS541), and when it becomes a normal jackpot, the time saving state is again. It is controlled to A (time saving state via jackpot) (see steps 078IWS537 to S539). 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 078IWS164). Further, in the time saving state A, when the fluctuation display of 100 times is completed without the occurrence of a big hit, the time saving state is controlled (see steps 078IWS140 to S143).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-21, in the time saving state B, when a probability change big hit or a sudden probability change big hit occurs, it is controlled to the probability change state (see step 078IWS541), and when it becomes a normal big hit, the time reduction state A It is controlled to (time saving state via jackpot) (see steps 078IWS537 to S539). 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 078IWS164). Further, in the time saving state A, when the variation display of 30, 50, 100, or 200 times is completed without the occurrence of a big hit, the time saving state is controlled (see steps 078IWS140 to S143). However, if the time saving state is controlled to the time saving state B due to the time saving loss A during the time saving state, the time saving state B is continued until the next big hit occurs (see steps 078IWS158 and S159).

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.

In this example, when a normal jackpot occurs during the time saving state B, the case where the time saving state A is uniformly shifted 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 is compared with the number of time reductions corresponding to the normal jackpot (100 times in this example), and if the remaining number of times of the current time reduction is larger, the current time reduction state B is continued as it is. It may be configured to do so.

(Test terminal processing)
In the feature unit 095IW, in the main board 11, signals from each switch (excluding the clear switch) are input to the input port and output to the test signal terminal board (relay board) via the connector. Further, in the main board 11, the CPU 103 creates a predetermined test signal and outputs the predetermined test signal to the test signal terminal board via the output port and the connector. The main board 11 is provided with a space for mounting an output terminal for outputting a test signal to the outside, a land required for soldering the output terminal, and a wiring pattern for connecting the land and the CPU 103. Has been done. The output terminals are attached and detached as needed.

A plurality of test signal terminals are mounted on the test signal terminal board. The test signal terminal is composed of, for example, a signal pin to which a probe from the test device as an external device can be connected and a connector to which a cable from the test device can be connected.

In this example, the test signal terminal board is interposed between the gaming machine and the test device only during the test, and the test signal terminal board is removed after the test is completed, but the test signal terminal is mounted on the main board 11 or the like. By doing so, the test signal terminal board may be unnecessary. Further, when a connector is used, a wiring pattern for connecting the connector may be prepared on the main board 11 or the like, and the connector may be mounted only at the time of the test.

Next, the test terminal processing (step 095IWS28) in the game control timer interrupt processing will be described. FIG. 8-22 is a flowchart showing a processing example related to the output of the firing position designation signals 1, 2 and 3 in the test terminal processing. Further, FIG. 8-23 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a test signal. Note that in FIG. 8-22, the process of outputting test signals other than the launch position designation signals 1, 2 and 3 shown in FIG. 8-23 is omitted.

As shown in FIGS. 8-23, the launch position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 are signals created by the CPU 103 according to the gaming state. For example, the launch position designation signal 1 is a signal that is output (turned on) in a gaming state in which the player is expected to perform a left-handed strike (a gaming method in which a gaming ball is launched aiming at the left gaming area 153SG002L). is there. The launch position designation signal 2 is a signal that is output (turned on) in a game state in which the player is expected to perform a middle strike (a game method in which a game ball is launched aiming at a central area of the game area). .. The launch position designation signal 3 is a signal that is output (turned on) in a gaming state in which the player is expected to perform a right-handed (a gaming method of launching a game ball aiming at the right gaming area 153SG002R). As described above, the launch position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 are signals indicating a firing state indicating to which region in the game region the game ball is launched from the hitting ball launching device.

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-23, for example, when one launch position designation signal is turned off in the gaming state where the player is expected to hit left, and the player hits right. It may be configured to be on in the assumed gaming state. That is, one of the left-handed and right-handed firing states may be indicated by the output state of one firing position designation signal.

In the test terminal processing, the CPU 103 first clears the bits of the emission position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 in the test signal output buffer of the output port buffers (step 095IWS201). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot game is in progress (including the fanfare period and the ending period) (step 095IWS202).

Then, when the jackpot game is in progress (including the fanfare period and the ending period), the CPU 103 sets the bit of the firing position designation signal 3 in the test signal output buffer (step 095IWS204), and proceeds to step 095IWS206. Further, when the jackpot game is not in progress (including the fanfare period and the ending period) (N in step 095IWS202), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set (step 095IWS203). ..

When the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is set, that is, when the time saving state (high base state) is controlled, the CPU 103 sets the bit of the firing position designation signal 3 in the test signal output buffer ( Step 095IWS204). Further, when the time saving flag A or the time saving flag B is not set, that is, when the time saving flag B is controlled to the normal state (low base state), the CPU 103 sets the bit of the firing position designation signal 1 in the test signal output buffer. (Step 095IWS206).

Then, the CPU 103 transmits the emission position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 as test signals to the test signal terminals by outputting the contents of the test signal output buffer to the output port (step 095IWS206).

Each test signal from the gaming machine is input to a test device (external device) such as a personal computer, for example. Then, the output states of the launch position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 are notified to the tester, for example, by being displayed on the display unit of the test device. When the touch sensor board uses a gaming machine whose firing intensity can be adjusted according to an external firing test signal, the tester responds to the notification by the test firing test device incorporated in the test device. Alternatively, the test firing test device is adjusted so that the test firing test device linked with the test device outputs a firing test signal indicating the intensity according to the output state of the firing position designation signals 1, 2, and 3. Therefore, the launch test signal according to the gaming state of the gaming machine can be immediately output, and the test firing test according to the gaming state can be executed.

Further, when the test firing test is performed by connecting the arm-shaped member in the test firing test device to the operation knob 5 of the gaming machine and mechanically operating the operation knob 5, the firing position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 are used. The amount of rotation of the arm-shaped member is adjusted manually or automatically according to the output state.

With such a configuration, the feature unit 095IW outputs the firing position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 according to the gaming state of the gaming machine as test signals, so that the gaming state of the gaming machine can be determined during the test. It will be possible to obtain accurate test firing test data.

Next, the timing of the test signal and the striking method notification will be described. 8-24, 8-25 and 8-26 are timing charts for explaining the timing of the test signal and the striking method notification. Of FIGS. 8-24, FIG. 8-24 (A) is an example in which the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variation display result of the first special symbol in the low base state (normal state). Reference numeral 24 (B) is an example in which the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variation display result of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the jackpot.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 095IW, the right-handed hitting LED078IW10 and the right-handed hitting notification LED078IW20 are turned on as the hitting method notification, and the right-handed hitting icon image 078IW40b is displayed on the image display device 5. Right-handed notification is performed by turning off the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20, and displaying the left-handed icon image 078IW40a on the image display device 5.

Further, in the feature unit 095IW, the state of the right-handed LED078IW10 is controlled by the main board 11, and the state of the right-handed notification LED078IW20 and the display of the icon image in the image display device 5 are controlled by the effect control board 12. Is configured to be controlled in tandem. For example, when the control to light the right-handed LED 078IW10 is performed on the main board 11 side, the control to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command is also performed (for example, the processing of steps 078IWS135 and S136), and the effect control board 12 side is right. When the hit notification start designation command is received, the right-handed notification LED 078IW20 is controlled to be turned on, and the right-handed icon image 078IW40b is displayed (for example, the processing of steps 078IWS640a and 640b). Further, for example, when the control to end the lighting of the right-handed LED 078IW10 is performed on the main board 11 side, the control to transmit the right-handed notification end designation command is also performed (for example, the processing of steps 078IWS1147 and S1148), and the effect control board. When the right-handed notification end designation command is received on the 12 side, the right-handed notification LED 078IW20 is controlled to end lighting and the left-handed icon image 078IW40a is displayed (for example, the processing of steps 078IWS642a and 642b). ..

As shown in FIG. 8-24 (A), in the low base state (normal state), the firing position is output (turned on) as a test signal in the game state where the player is expected to hit left. The designated signal 1 is output, and left-handed notification is performed by displaying the left-handed icon image 078IW40a and turning off the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 as hitting notification.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (A), when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the variation display result of the first special symbol in the low base state (normal state) (so-called first hit), The symbol determination period is 0.5 seconds (for example, realized by the process of step 078IWS1132).

Then, when the jackpot game is started after the symbol determination period has elapsed, the launch position designation signal 3 that is output (turned on) in the game state where the player is expected to hit right is output as a test signal. It is output (for example, realized by the processing of steps 095IWS202, S204, S206), and right-handed notification is performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and right-handed notification LED078IW20. (For example, it is realized by the processing of steps 078IWS135 and S136 and the processing of steps 078IWS640a and 640b).

After that, the jackpot game ends, and the game is controlled to a high base state (time saving state). At this time, the launch position designation signal 3 is continuously output as a test signal (for example, realized by the processing of steps 095IWS203, S204, and S206), and the right-handed notification is continuously performed as the striking method notification.

Although not shown in FIG. 8-24, when the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times in the high base state (time saving state) and the state shifts to the low base state (normal state), the player left as a test signal. The firing position designation signal 1 that is output (turned on) in the game state where it is assumed to hit is output (for example, realized by the processing of steps 095IWS203, S205, S206), and the hitting method notification is left. Left-handed notification is performed by displaying the hit icon image 078IW40a and turning off the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 (for example, it is realized by the processing of steps 078IWS1147 and S1148 and the processing of steps 078IWS642a and 642b).

As shown in FIG. 8-24 (B), in the high base state (time saving state), the firing position is output (turned on) as a test signal in the gaming state where the player is expected to hit right. The designated signal 3 is output, and right-handed notification is performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 as the way of hitting notification.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (B), when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a variation display result of the second special symbol in the high base state (time saving state) via the jackpot (when it becomes a so-called consecutive villa). ), The symbol determination period is 1 minute (for example, it is realized by the process of step 095IWS1137). Then, in this symbol determination period, as a test signal, a firing position designation signal 1 that is output (turned on) in the gaming state where the player is expected to hit left is output (for example, step 095IW1142 or , Step 095IWS203, S205, S206), left-handed icon image 078IW40a is displayed, and right-handed LED078IW10 and right-handed notification LED078IW20 are turned off to perform left-handed notification (for example, left-handed notification). It is realized by the processing of steps 078IWS1147 and S1148 and the processing of steps 078IWS642a and 642b).

Then, when the jackpot game is started after the symbol determination period has elapsed, the launch position designation signal 3 that is output (turned on) in the game state where the player is expected to hit right is output as a test signal. It is output (for example, realized by the processing of steps 095IWS202, S204, S206), and right-handed notification is performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and right-handed notification LED078IW20. (For example, it is realized by the processing of steps 078IWS135 and S136 and the processing of steps 078IWS640a and 640b).

After that, the jackpot game ends, and the game is controlled to a high base state (time saving state). At this time, the launch position designation signal 3 is continuously output as a test signal (for example, realized by the processing of steps 095IWS203, S204, and S206), and the right-handed notification is continuously performed as the striking method notification.

Further, since the high base state after the big hit game shown in FIG. 8-24 (B) is the special high base state, when the first reserved memory number is "4", the first to fourth second special The variation display of the symbol is a special variation according to the variation pattern PA3-1.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-25, in the high base state (that is, the special high base state) after the big hit game triggered by the variation display of the second special symbol in the high base state via the big hit, the first When the number of 1-held storage is "4", the fluctuation display of the second special symbol for the first to fourth times becomes a special fluctuation (special symbol fluctuation time: 262000 ms) according to the fluctuation pattern PA3-1. Then, the fluctuation display of the second special symbol after the fifth time is not a special fluctuation, but an ultra-shortening fluctuation (special figure fluctuation time: 3000 ms), a shortened fluctuation (special figure fluctuation time: 5000 ms), and a normal fluctuation (special figure fluctuation time). 12000ms) and so on.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 configured to be controlled to the time saving state (high base state) after the end of the big hit game state, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed based on the starting condition established in the time saving state (high base state) controlled after the big hit game. If the variable display (the variable display of the second special symbol, which has a particularly high advantage) is used as an opportunity to control the jackpot game state again, the player will be controlled to the jackpot game state multiple times in a short period of time, resulting in gambling. It may be excessively high.

Therefore, in this feature unit 095IW, when a big hit occurs triggered by the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state (high base state) via the big hit, the time saving state controlled after the big hit game (that is, the special height). In the base state), when the first reserved memory is a specific number (“4” in this example) and the first to fourth variable display of the second special symbol is executed (that is, the special execution condition is satisfied). (When), the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 (special figure fluctuation time: 262000 ms) of the special fluctuation having an extremely long special figure fluctuation time can be selected.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-24, in the feature unit 095IW, in the symbol confirmation period (1 minute in this example) when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state (high base state) via the jackpot, the left side. A test signal indicating striking and a striking method notification are made, and the symbol confirmation period (0.5 seconds in this example) when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the normal state (low base state) is set to be longer. Has been done.

With such a configuration, the first start winning can occur during the symbol confirmation period when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state (high base state) via the jackpot, and the first hold of the special execution conditions is held. The condition related to memory (in this example, the first reserved memory = "4") can be easily satisfied. Then, after the big hit game, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 (special figure fluctuation time: 262000 ms) of the special fluctuation can be selected when the special execution condition is satisfied, so that the big hit game state is controlled a plurality of times in a short period of time. Can be prevented, gambling can be suppressed, and sound playability can be realized.

By selecting the variation pattern PA3-1 with an extremely long special figure variation time, it is possible to prevent the player from being controlled to the jackpot game state multiple times in a short period of time, thereby suppressing gambling and achieving sound game playability. While it can be realized, if it is selected frequently, the progress of the game may become too slow and the interest may be reduced.

Therefore, in the present feature unit 095IW, the variation display of the second special symbol can be executed in preference to the variation display of the first special symbol, and the first reserved storage number is a specific number (“4” in this example) or more. In a certain case, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 with a special figure fluctuation time of 262000 ms can be selected as the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol, and when the first reserved storage number is less than a specific number, the special figure fluctuation time is 262000 ms. The variation pattern PA3-1 is not selected (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS101 to S107). With such a configuration, the variation pattern PA3-1 with a special symbol variation time of 262000 ms can be selected as the variation pattern of the second special symbol only when the first reserved storage number is a specific number (for example, “4”) or more. Therefore, it is possible to limit the opportunity for selecting the special figure variation time: 262000 ms (variation pattern PA3-1) special variable display period, and it is possible to minimize the deterioration of the interest.

Further, in the present feature unit 095IW, when the first special symbol is controlled to the big hit game state (for example, in the case of the so-called first hit) by the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, the first reserved storage number is a specific number (in this example). Even if it is "4") or more, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 with a special symbol fluctuation time of 262000 ms is not selected as the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol, and the variable display of the second special symbol is used as an opportunity to control the game to a big hit game state. Only when this is done (for example, in the case of a so-called consecutive villa), if the first reserved memory number is equal to or more than a specific number, the variation pattern PA3-1 with a special symbol variation time of 262000 ms is selected as the variation pattern of the second special symbol. It is configured to be possible (for example, the part where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS1136 to S1140,095IWS101 to S107. That is, the special variation only when the variation display result of the second special symbol becomes a big hit. The flag is set. Then, when the special variation flag is set and the first reserved storage number is 4, the special variation pattern can be selected as the variation pattern of the second special symbol). With such a configuration, when the change display of the first special symbol is used as a trigger to control the jackpot game state (so-called first hit), the variation pattern PA3-1 is not selected so that the second special symbol is not selected. The fluctuation pattern PA3-1 can be limited to be selected only when the jackpot game state is controlled by the fluctuation display of (for example, in the case of a so-called consecutive villa), and the decrease in interest can be minimized. be able to. In addition, the gambling property can be suitably suppressed without excessively suppressing the control of the jackpot gaming state.

Further, in the jackpot game state, the game ball is launched (that is, right-handed) is aimed at the jackpot provided in the right game area 153SG002R, but the symbol confirmation period (1 minute) immediately before the jackpot game state is performed. If the left-handed notification is made, the player may continue to left-handed even if the symbol determination period ends and the jackpot game state is started.

Therefore, in the present feature unit 095IW, when the jackpot game state is controlled after the symbol determination period when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state (high base state) via the jackpot is completed, the normal right It is configured to perform special right-handed hitting notification, which is a mode that is easier for the player to recognize than hitting notification. Specifically, the special right-handed notification image 078IW40c is displayed in the center of the display area of the image display device 5 (see FIG. 8-37 (D)). Further, for example, in the time saving state (high base state) via the jackpot, no sound effect is output when the left-handed notification is performed during the symbol confirmation period when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, and the sound effect is not output when the special right-handed notification is performed. May be output. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being disadvantaged.

Further, in this feature unit 095IW, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (B), in the symbol confirmation period (1 minute) when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state (high base state) via the jackpot, it is normal. A production different from the production performed in the symbol confirmation period (0.5 seconds) when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the state (low base state) (in this example, a blessing production to congratulate the jackpot). Is configured to run. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the player without boring the player even if the symbol determination period is long.

As a blessing effect, for example, an effect that is executed just before the jackpot is confirmed or during the fanfare period may be executed, an operation effect that operates the movable body 32, or a light emitting body such as a decorative LED. A light emitting effect in a specific mode (for example, causing the rainbow to emit light), a vibration effect that vibrates the movable body 32, the stick controller 31A, the push button 31B, or the like, notification of the number of rounds, or the like may be executed.

As described above, the feature unit 095IW is configured to detect an over-winning and pay out a prize ball even when an over-winning is detected. Therefore, a method of intentionally aiming for an over-winning (so-called). Twisting) is expected. Twisting is, for example, in a state where one less number (for example, nine) of game balls than the specified number of prizes in the large winning opening has already been won, and the game balls are launched at a low speed and then at a high speed. By launching game balls, multiple game balls are made to reach the large winning opening almost at the same time, and the specified number of game balls are won in the large winning opening until the large winning opening is closed. It is a way of hitting that aims to win a game ball. However, if the speed of the game ball is too slow even though the game ball is launched at a low speed in an attempt to twist the ball, the ball does not reach the right game area 153SG002R and flows down the left game area 153SG002L to make the first start winning opening. It is also possible to win a prize. In this feature unit 095IW, even when the first reserved memory number increases and reaches a specific number in this way, the variation pattern PA3- with a special symbol variation time of 262000 ms as a variation pattern of the second special symbol after the big hit game. 1 is configured to be selected. With such a configuration, the variation pattern PA3-1 with a special figure variation time of 262000 ms can be selected as a penalty when the twisting fails.

FIG. 8-26 is a timing chart for explaining the timing of the test signal and the striking method notification when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed. Of FIGS. 8-26, FIG. 8-26 (A) is an example in which a time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed in a low base state (normal state), and FIG. 8-26 (B) is a high base state. This is an example in which the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed in the state (time-saving state).

As shown in FIG. 8-26 (A), in the low base state (normal state), the firing position is output (turned on) as a test signal in the game state where the player is expected to hit left. The designated signal 1 is output, and left-handed notification is performed by displaying the left-handed icon image 078IW40a and turning off the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 as hitting notification.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A), in the low base state (normal state), when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period is 20 seconds (for example, realized by the process of step 078IWS1128). Will be).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A), when the symbol determination period is started, the right-handed icon image 078IW40b is displayed and the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 are lit as a striking method notification. Right-handed notification is performed (for example, it is realized by the processing of steps 078IWS1125 and S1126 and the processing of steps 078IWS640a and 640b). As for the test signal, the firing position designation signal 1 that is output (turned on) in the gaming state where the player is expected to hit left is continuously output even during the symbol determination period.

Then, when the symbol is controlled to a high base state (time saving state) after the symbol confirmation period has elapsed, it is output (turned on) as a test signal in the game state where the player is expected to make a right-handed hit. The position designation signal 3 is output (for example, it is realized by the processing of steps 095IWS203, S204, and S206). Further, as for the hitting method notification, the right-handed notification is continuously performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20.

As shown in FIG. 8-26 (B), in the high base state (time saving state), the firing position is output (turned on) as a test signal in the gaming state where the player is expected to hit right. The designated signal 3 is output, and right-handed notification is performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 as the way of hitting notification.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B), in the high base state (time saving state), when the time saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds (for example, realized by the process of step 078IWS1130). Will be). In the high base state (time saving state), the symbol confirmation period is also continued.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B), it is output as a test signal in the game state in which the player is expected to make a right-handed strike in the symbol confirmation period and the period after the symbol confirmation period (on state). The launch position designation signal 3 is continuously output, and right-handed notification is continuously performed by displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b and lighting the right-handed LED078IW10 and right-handed notification LED078IW20 as hitting notification. ..

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-26 (B), when the time saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed in the high base state (time-saving state), the time-saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed in the low base state (normal state). As the symbol confirmation period becomes longer than the time (for example, it becomes 1 minute), the left-handed notification is performed during the symbol confirmation period, and after the symbol confirmation period elapses, the first reserved memory number becomes a specific number (for example, "4"). ”), The variation display of the second special symbol a predetermined number of times (for example, four times) may be executed by the special variation.

(Main processing of production control)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 8-27 is a flowchart showing a specific example of the effect control main process in the feature unit 095IW. In FIGS. 8-27, 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 078IWS701). In this example, by executing the fourth symbol process process of step 078IWS701, 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 078IW21a 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 078IW21b provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

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

(Command analysis processing)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. 8-28 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 078IWS611). 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 078IWS612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 078IWS613). 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 078IWS614), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 078IWS615). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 078IWS616).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step 078IWS617), 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 078IWS618). ).

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, 2nd symbol confirmation A designation command, 2nd symbol confirmation If it is a B designation command, a second symbol confirmation C designation command, or a second symbol confirmation D designation command (step 078IWS619), the effect control CPU 120 sets a confirmation command reception flag corresponding to the received symbol confirmation designation command. (Step 078IWS620). 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 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 078IWS621), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 078IWS622). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 078IWS623), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 078IWS624).

If the received effect control command is a small hit start designation command (step 078IWS625), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit start designation command reception flag (step 078IWS626). If the received effect control command is a small hit end designation command (step 078IWS627), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit end designation command reception flag (step 078IWS628).

If the received effect control command is a normal state specification command (step 078IWS631), 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 078IWS632).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state A designation command (step 078IWS633), 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 078IWS634).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state B designation command (step 078IWS635), 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 078IWS636).

If the received effect control command is a probability change state specification command (step 078IWS637), the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image according to the probability change state (for example, a red background image according to the flame mode) in the image display device 5. Control is performed to switch to (step 078IWS638).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification start designation command (step 078IWS639), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start lighting the right-handed notification LED 078IW20 (step 078IWS640a) and is right on the image display device 5. Control is performed to display the hit icon image 078IW40b (step 078IWS640b). 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 078IWS1126), so that it is right at the start of the symbol confirmation period. The lighting of the striking notification LED 078IW20 is started.

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification end designation command (step 078IWS641), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed notification LED 078IW20 (step 078IWS642a), and is left on the image display device 5. Control is performed to display the hit icon image 078IW40a (step 078IWS642b).

If the received effect control command is a large winning opening prize designation command (step 078IWS643a), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an over-winning has occurred (step 078IWS643b), and the over-winning has occurred. In that case, control is performed to execute the over-winning effect (step 078IWS643c). It should be noted that whether or not an over-winning has occurred is reset, for example, when a large winning opening opening display designation command is received, and a counter is provided in which 1 is added each time a large winning opening winning designation command is received. When the value of the counter exceeds 10, it can be determined that an over-winning has occurred.

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 078IWS644). ). For example, when a command for designating a large prize opening is received, a large winning opening winning flag indicating that the large winning opening has been won is set. Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS611.

(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 078IWS801). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 078IWS801 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 078IWS802). That is, by executing the process of step 078IWS802 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 has a chance eye symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream in step 078IWS802. , 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 078IWS802, 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 078IWS802, when the received display result designation command indicates "normal jackpot", the effect control CPU 120 has a decorative symbol in which the three symbols are the same even-numbered symbols as the stop symbol. Determine the combination (usually the jackpot symbol). Further, when the received display result specification command indicates "probability variation jackpot", the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols (probability variation jackpot symbol) in which three symbols are the same odd-numbered symbols as stop symbols. To do. When the received display result specification command indicates "sudden probability change big hit" or "small hit", the effect control CPU 120 has a combination of decorative symbols of "135" as a stop symbol (small hit / sudden probability change). The jackpot design) is decided.

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 the decorative symbols of the outlier symbols including the special symbol (for example, the 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 the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols and the numerical value are associated with each other to determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

As for the decorative symbols, the stop symbol (a combination of symbols with the same symbol on the left, middle, and right) reminiscent of a jackpot is called a jackpot symbol. In addition, among the jackpot symbols, the stop symbol (combination of symbols in which the left, middle, and right are all the same odd-numbered symbols) reminiscent of the probability variation jackpot is called the probability variation jackpot symbol. In addition, among the jackpot symbols, a stop symbol (a combination of symbols in which the left, middle, and right are all the same even-numbered symbols) that reminds us of a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot) is called a non-probability variation jackpot symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds us of an outlier is called an outlier symbol.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step 078IWS803). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 078IWS804).

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 12. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

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

Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 078IWS805). 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 095IW, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. However, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern command. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step 078IWS806).

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 078IWS807).

(Variable display during production processing)
8-31 and 8-32 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 078IWS841) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 078IWS842). When the process timer times out (step 078IWS843), 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 078IWS844). 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 078IWS845).

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 078IWS846). 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 performs a mode transition effect (an effect of notifying the transition to the time reduction state (time reduction mode)) and right-handed. The process table corresponding to the notification is selected (step 078IWS847). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 078IWS848). 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 078IWS849). 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 078IWS850). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS862.

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 078IWS851). 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 078IWS852). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 078IWS853). 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 078IWS854). 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 078IWS855). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS862.

If neither the first symbol confirmation B designation command nor the second symbol confirmation B designation command has been received, whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the first symbol confirmation C designation command or the second symbol confirmation C designation command. (Step 078IWS856). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed C command reception flag or the second confirmed C command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the first symbol confirmation C designation command or the second symbol confirmation C designation command has been received, the process proceeds to step 078IWS858.

If neither the first symbol confirmation C designation command nor the second symbol confirmation C designation command has been received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second symbol confirmation D designation command has been received (step 078IWS863). .. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the second confirmed D command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the second symbol confirmation D designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the blessing effect (the effect of notifying that a big hit has been made and blessing) (step 078IWS864). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 078IWS865). 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 078IWS866). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to 60 seconds in the confirmation effect period timer for measuring the symbol determination period on the effect control means side (step 078IWS867). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS862.

If the second symbol confirmation D designation command has not been received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step 078IWS868). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

When the first symbol confirmation C designation command or the second symbol confirmation C designation command is received (Y in step 078IWS856), or when the fluctuation time timer has timed out (Y in step 078IWS868), the effect control CPU 120 is normally used. Select the process table according to the symbol confirmation display of (step 078IWS858). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 078IWS859). 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 078IWS860). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds in the confirmation effect period timer for measuring the symbol determination period on the effect control means side (step 078IWS861). Then, the process proceeds to step 078IWS862.

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 078IWS857), the process shifts to the processing after step 078IWS858 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 078IWS857, and there is no case where the process proceeds to the process after step 078IWS858.

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 078IWS862).

(Waiting processing per special figure)
8-33 and 8-34 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 078IWS871), and confirms whether or not the value of the fixed effect period timer after the subtraction has timed out (step 078IWS871). Step 078IWS872). 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 078IWS873), 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 078IWS874).

Further, when the process timer times out (step 078IWS875), the effect control CPU 120 switches the process data (step 078IWS876). 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 087IWS877).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is being confirmed and displayed (step 078IWS878). Stopping the decorative symbol If the symbol is being confirmed and displayed, the process ends as it is. 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 078IWS879).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 078IWS879 (Y in step 078IWS880), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot stop flag indicating that the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 078IWS881). Then, the process ends.

When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 078IWS879 (Y in step 078IWS882), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit stop flag indicating that the small hit symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 078IWS883). 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). 078IWS884). 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 078IWS885). 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 078IWS622) 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 078IWS886). Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second symbol confirmation D designation command has been received (step 078IWS887a). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the second confirmed D command reception flag is set in the command analysis process.

If the second symbol confirmation D designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the big hit medium effect including the special right-handed notification, which is a mode that is easier to recognize than the normal right-handed notification. (Step 078IWS887b). Further, if the second symbol confirmation D designation command is not received, the effect control CPU 120 performs a mode transition effect (an effect of notifying the transition to a probability change state (probability change mode) or a time reduction state (time reduction mode)) and the right. A process table is selected according to the effect during the big hit including the hit notification (step 078IWS887).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 078IWS888), 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 the speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 078IWS889).

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 078IWS890).

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 078IWS891). 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 078IWS892). 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 078IWS893). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the small hit medium effect (step 078IWS894). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 078IWS895), 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 the speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 078IWS896).

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 078IWS897).

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 078IWS898).

(Production example)
Next, a specific example of the effect mode when shifting to the time saving state will be described. 8-35 to 8-37 are explanatory views for explaining a specific example of the effect mode when shifting to the time saving state. Of these, FIGS. 8-35 and 8-36 show specific examples of the effect mode in the case of shifting from the normal state to the time saving state via the jackpot. Further, FIG. 8-37 shows a specific example of the effect mode in the case of shifting from the normal state to the time saving state via the time saving deviation. Further, FIG. 8-38 shows a specific example of the effect mode when a big hit occurs triggered by the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state controlled via the big hit. In addition, in FIGS. 8-35 to 8-38, the effect screens are changed in the order of (A), (B), and (C).

First, with reference to FIGS. 8-35 and 8-36, a specific example of the effect mode in the case of shifting from the normal state to the time saving state via the jackpot will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-35 (A), in the image display device 5, a normal jackpot symbol (in this example, a combination of symbols of "666") is derived and displayed as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol, and a jackpot game starts. It is assumed that the period (fanfare period) has been entered. In this example, 20 seconds is secured as the fanfare period of the jackpot game, and during the fanfare period, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (B), the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 078IWS887c). ). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (B), the character image 078IW30 is displayed on the image display device 5, and the character display 078IW31 such as "shift to sunset mode" is displayed as the character dialogue. As a result, the mode transition effect is executed, and it is notified that the time saving state A is shifted.

Further, in this example, when the big hit game is started, the right-handed LED078IW10 is started to light as a hitting method notification (see step 078IWS135), and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 is also started to be turned on (see step 078IWS640). However, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (B), the image display device 5 also starts displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b.

In this example, before the jackpot game is started, when the game is controlled to the normal state (low base state), the image display device 5 is used as a hitting notification as shown in FIG. 8-25 (A). , Left-handed icon image 078IW40a is displayed. Further, since the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 are not lit, the left-handed notification is performed.

Next, when a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds) elapses during the fanfare period, right-handed notification is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-35 (C) (see step 078IWS887c). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (C), the right-handed notification is executed by displaying the character display 078IW32 such as "right-handed!" On the image display device 5.

Next, when the fanfare period elapses, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (D), the character display 078IW33 such as "Big hit!" Is displayed, and the round period of the big hit game shifts. Then, when the jackpot game is completed, the mode shifts to the time saving state A, and as shown in FIG. 8-36 (E), the image display device 5 switches to the background image corresponding to the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot). (See step 078IWS634). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (E), "sunset mode" is displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the background image is switched to the yellow display color.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 8-37, a specific example of the effect mode in the case of shifting from the normal state to the time saving state via the time saving deviation will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), in the image display device 5, a time-saving missed symbol (in this example, a combination of missed symbols including a special symbol (star symbol)) is derived and displayed as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol. It shall be. In this example, 20 seconds is secured as the symbol confirmation period of the time-shortened symbol, and during the symbol confirmation period, the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5 as shown in FIGS. 8-37 (B). See step 078IWS847). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (B), the character image 078IW34 is displayed on the image display device 5, and the character display 078IW35 such as "shift to forest mode" is displayed as the character dialogue. As a result, the mode transition effect is executed, and it is notified that the time saving state B is shifted.

Further, in this example, at the start of the symbol confirmation period when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed LED078IW10 is started to be lit as a striking method notification (see step 078IWS1125), and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 is also started to be lit. However, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (B), the image display device 5 also starts displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW41.

Next, when a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds) elapses during the symbol determination period, right-handed notification is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-37 (C) (see step 078IWS847). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (C), the right-handed notification is executed by displaying the character display 078IW36 such as "right-handed!" On the image display device 5.

Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the state is shifted to the time saving state B, and as shown in FIG. 8-37 (D), the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving loss) is displayed in the image display device 5. (See step 078IWS636). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (D), "forest mode" is displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the background image is switched to the green display color.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 8-38, a specific example of an effect mode in which a jackpot occurs triggered by a variation display of the second special symbol in a time-saving state controlled via the jackpot will be described.

As shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), it is assumed that the image display device 5 is performing variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the second special symbol during the time saving state controlled via the jackpot. Further, since the time is shortened, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 are lit, and the right-handed icon image 078IW40b is also displayed on the image display device 5. There is.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (B), a normal jackpot symbol (in this example, a combination of symbols of "666") is derived and displayed as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the second special symbol, and the symbol is stopped. It is assumed that the period has shifted.

In this example, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state controlled via the jackpot, 60 seconds is secured as the symbol stop period. Then, during the symbol stop period, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (C), the blessing effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 078IWS864). As a blessing effect, for example, in addition to an effect that is executed just before the jackpot is confirmed or during the fanfare period, an operation effect that operates the movable body 32, or a light emitting body such as a decorative LED is made to emit light in a specific mode (for example, a rainbow). The light emitting effect, the vibration effect of vibrating the movable body 32, the stick controller 31A, the push button 31B, etc., the notification of the number of rounds, and the like may be executed.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-38 (B) and (C), the left-handed icon image 078IW40a is displayed on the image display device 5 as a striking method notification during the symbol stop period of 60 seconds. To. Further, the left-handed notification is performed by turning off the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20.

Then, when the symbol stop period ends and the jackpot game is started, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (D), as a special right-handed notification, the character "right-handed" appears in the center of the display area of the image display device 5. A special right-handed notification image 078IW40c attached and imitating a right-pointing arrow is displayed (step 078IWS887b). At this time, as a notification of how to strike, the right-handed LED078IW10 is started to light (see step 078IWS135), and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 is also started to light (see step 078IWS640). At the same time, the image display device 5 also starts displaying the right-handed icon image 078IW40b.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-38, when the left-handed notification is performed during the symbol stop period (in addition, when the right-handed notification is performed before the symbol stop period), the symbol stop period is set. When the jackpot game is finished and the jackpot game is started, a special right-handed notification (for example, a special right-handed notification image 078IW40c) that is easier to recognize than a normal right-handed notification (for example, the right-handed icon image 078IW40b is displayed) is displayed. Also, for example, a special sound effect is output). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the disadvantage that the player does not notice that the hitting method notification is changed from left-handed to right-handed (that is, right-handed is advantageous).

In addition to the example shown in FIGS. 8-38, when the time saving state is changed to the normal state (or when the time saving state is changed to the normal state and the second reserved storage number becomes 0), the normal state is obtained. A special left-handed notification (for example, a left-handed icon image 078IW40a is displayed) that is easier to recognize than a left-handed notification (for example, a left-handed arrow is attached in the center of the display area of the image display device 5 and a left-pointing arrow is displayed. A special left-handed notification image that imitates is displayed, and a special sound effect is output).

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-35 to 8-38, the right-handed icon images 078IW40b and 41 are displayed when the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20 start lighting. The images 078IW40b and 41 are started to be displayed in conjunction with the start of lighting of the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20, and are erased in conjunction with the extinguishing of the right-handed LED078IW10 and the right-handed notification LED078IW20.

(Direction execution timing)
Next, the execution timing of various effects in the feature unit 095IW will be described. 8-39 to 8-41 are timing charts for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the feature unit 095IW. Of these, FIGS. 8-39 (A) show the execution timings of various effects when the first hit (the big hit symbol of the first special symbol is stopped in the normal state). Further, FIG. 8-39 (B) shows the execution timing of various effects in the case of consecutive villas (the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is stopped in the time saving state via the jackpot). Further, FIG. 8-40 shows the execution timing of various effects when the deviation (no time reduction) occurs during the normal state. Further, FIG. 8-41 (A) shows the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the normal state. Further, FIG. 8-41 (B) shows the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the time reduction state.

First, with reference to FIGS. 8-39 (A), the execution timing of various effects when the first hit (the big hit symbol of the first special symbol is stopped in the normal state) will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-39 (A), when the variable display result of the first special symbol is a big hit (normal big hit) in the normal state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and the big hit symbol (normal big hit) is finished. When the symbol) is stopped and displayed, the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed over a short symbol confirmation period of 0.5 seconds (see step 078IWS1132). Further, in the case of a big hit, 20 seconds is secured as the fanfare period of the big hit game, and during the fanfare period, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (A), the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5. (See step 078IWS887c). Next, when a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds) elapses during the fanfare period, right-handed notification is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-39 (A) (see step 078IWS887c). Next, when the fanfare period elapses, the round period and interval period of the jackpot game are repeated, and when all the rounds are completed and the ending period is completed (when the jackpot game is completed), the time saving state A is shifted to, and FIG. As shown in (A), the image display device 5 is switched to a background image (in this example, a background image having a yellow display color) according to the time saving state A (time saving state via a jackpot) (see step 078IWS634). ..

In the example shown in FIG. 8-39 (A), a case where a normal jackpot is obtained is shown, but when the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot or the sudden probability variation jackpot is terminated, the image display device 5 responds to the probability variation state. It can be switched to the background image (in this example, the background image of the red display color) (see step 078IWS638).

Next, with reference to FIGS. 8-39 (B), the execution timing of various effects in the case of consecutive villas (the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is stopped in the time saving state via the jackpot) will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-39 (B), when the variation display result of the second special symbol becomes a jackpot in the time saving state via the jackpot, the variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is terminated, and the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed over an extremely long symbol determination period of 60 seconds (see step 078IWS1137). During this symbol determination period, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (B), the blessing effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 078IWS864). Then, when the symbol determination period elapses, the special right-handed notification is executed (see step 078IWS887b).

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-40, the execution timing of various effects in the case of a deviation (no time reduction) during the normal state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-40, when the deviation (no time reduction) occurs during the normal state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and when the deviation display (no time reduction) is stopped and displayed, 0.5. Out-of-order symbols (no time reduction) are confirmed and displayed over a short symbol confirmation period of 1 second (see step 078IWS1132). Further, when the symbol determination period ends, the background image (in this example, the background image of the blue display color) corresponding to the normal state is continuously displayed (see step 078IWS632).

In the example shown in FIG. 8-40, the case where the deviation occurs during the normal state (no time reduction) is shown, but for example, when the deviation occurs during the probabilistic state (no time reduction), the fluctuation starts before the start of the fluctuation. Since the background image according to the probability change state (in this example, the background image of the red display color) is displayed, the background image according to the probability change state (in this example, the red color) is displayed even after the symbol confirmation period ends. The background image of the display color) is continuously displayed. Further, for example, when the time saving state A is out of alignment (no time saving), a background image (in this example, a background image having a yellow display color) corresponding to the time saving state A is displayed from before the start of fluctuation. Therefore, even after the end of the symbol determination period, the background image (in this example, the background image of the yellow display color) corresponding to the time saving state A is continuously displayed. Further, for example, when the time reduction state B is lost (no time reduction), the background image (in this example, the background image of the green display color) corresponding to the time reduction state B is displayed from before the start of the fluctuation. Therefore, even after the end of the symbol determination period, the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (in this example, the background image of the green display color) is continuously displayed.

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-41 (A), the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the normal state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), when the time reduction occurs during the normal state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol ends, and when the time reduction deviation symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period of 20 seconds. The time-saving out-of-time symbol is confirmed and displayed (see step 078IWS1128). Further, during the symbol determination period, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 078IWS847). Next, when a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds) elapses during the symbol determination period, right-handed notification is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-41 (A) (see step 078IWS847). Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the process shifts to the time saving state B, and as shown in FIG. 8-41 (A), the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving loss) in the image display device 5. (In this example, the background image of the green display color) can be switched (see step 078IWS636).

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-41 (B), the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction occurs during the time reduction state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-41 (B), when the time reduction is lost during the time reduction state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and when the time reduction deviation symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period of 10 seconds. The time-saving out-of-time symbol is confirmed and displayed (see step 078IWS1130). Further, during the symbol determination period, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (B), the continuous effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 078IWS852). Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the state is shifted to the time saving state B, and as shown in FIG. 8-41 (B), the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving loss) is displayed in the image display device 5. (In this example, the background image of the green display color) can be switched (see step 078IWS636).

In this example, if the time saving is out of A during the time saving state, the time saving state is continued until the next big hit. In this case, for example, "∞" is displayed in the continuous production. , It may be configured to suggest that the time saving state continues until the next big hit.

Next, the effect when the variation pattern PA3-1 (special variation) is selected will be described. FIG. 8-42 is an explanatory diagram showing an effect example at the time of a special variation pattern.

As shown in FIG. 8-42, in this example, when executing the special variation, the common variation pattern PA3-1 (special figure variation time: 262000 ms (4 minutes 22 seconds)) is used regardless of the display result. However, the content of the production differs depending on the display result.

For example, when the display result is out of alignment, as shown in FIG. 8-42 (A), the first effect of playing the jackpot common moving image common to the jackpot gaming state is performed for 4 minutes from the start of the fluctuation. The second effect is performed to close and display the shutter image for 17 seconds from the timing when the first effect is completed, the shutter image is opened and displayed at the timing when the second effect is completed, and the missed symbol is temporarily stopped for 5 seconds. To do.

If the display result is a big hit (or a small hit), the first effect of playing the big hit common video common to the big hit game state is performed for 3 minutes and 40 seconds from the start of the fluctuation, and the first effect ends. The second effect of closing and displaying the shutter image is performed for 17 seconds from the timing of the operation, the shutter image is opened and displayed at the timing when the second effect is completed, and the jackpot symbol (even number symbol) is temporarily stopped for 5 seconds. Then, for another 20 seconds, a re-lottery effect is performed to make the lottery appear as if the lottery is being performed again, the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type is stopped and displayed, and a blessing effect is performed to congratulate the control to the jackpot game state.

As described above, the feature unit 095IW is configured to perform the first effect in the first half of the special fluctuation in which the fluctuation time is extremely long, and to perform the second effect in the latter half to notify whether or not to control the jackpot. There is. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest due to special fluctuations.

Further, in this feature unit 095IW, when the special variation is executed, the variation pattern PA3-1 (which is common to the case where the display result is off and the case where the display result is a big hit (or a small hit) is different, even though the effect content is different. Special figure fluctuation time: 262000 ms (4 minutes 22 seconds)) is used. With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress an increase in the fluctuation pattern and reduce the data capacity.

As the first effect, it was decided to play the jackpot common video that is common to the jackpot game state. For example, the video that was being played in the jackpot game state immediately before the special variation is selected can be played as it is in the special variation. If it is continuously reproduced, it is difficult to recognize at first glance whether it is a big hit game state or a special symbol is changing, and it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest.

In addition, when the special fluctuations are continuously performed, the player has already recognized that the second and subsequent special fluctuations are not in the jackpot game state, so that the production is different from the jackpot game state. May be good. For example, by having a moving image that is played only in the second and subsequent special fluctuations, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest.

Further, when the first effect different from the jackpot game state is performed in the special variation, as described above, the length of the execution period of the first effect is different between the special variation jackpot and the special variation deviation, so that the same effect is performed. It is conceivable that the player will recognize whether or not the player is a big hit depending on the end time of the first production. Therefore, the period of the first effect in the special fluctuation jackpot and the period of the first effect in the outlier of the special variation may be the same length. In that case, the special fluctuation jackpot may have a longer fluctuation time than the special fluctuation deviation for the period during which the re-lottery effect or the blessing effect is executed.

In addition, by repeatedly performing an effect having a common divisor of the period of the first effect in the special fluctuation jackpot and the period of the first effect in the outlier of the special fluctuation, whether or not the hit is a jackpot depending on the end timing of the first effect. May be prevented from being recognized by the player. For example, if a 20-second video is repeated between the first production for 4 minutes at the out-of-special fluctuation and the first production for 3 minutes and 40 seconds at the special fluctuation jackpot, the special fluctuation even if it is a special fluctuation jackpot. Since the first effect ends at the end of the moving image even if it is out of alignment, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to recognize which display result is.

The feature unit 095IW is configured so that the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in preference to the variable display of the first special symbol. For example, the first special symbol is executed in the order in which the starting prize is generated. It may be configured so that either the variation display of the second special symbol or the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. In this case, in the special high base state, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the first special symbol are based on the condition that the condition regarding the first reserved storage number (for example, the first reserved storage number is 1 or more) is satisfied. One of the variation display of the second special symbol may be executed by the special variation (for example, the variation display of a total of four times may be executed by the special variation).

Further, for example, the variable display of the first special symbol may be configured to be executed in preference to the variable display of the second special symbol. Further, in this case, in the special high base state, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 of the special fluctuation may be selectively configured as the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol. With such a configuration, even when the second hold memory is stored in the special high base state, the first special symbol according to the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 of the special fluctuation is based on the first hold memory generated by the left strike. The variable display can be preferentially executed, and by preventing the player from being controlled to the big hit game state a plurality of times in a short period of time, it is possible to suppress the gambling and realize a sound game playability.

Further, the configuration of the feature unit 095IW can also be applied to a so-called type 1 type 2 mixer. The first-class and second-class mixers are a mechanism that controls the jackpot gaming state when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, and controls the small hit gaming state when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, and a specific area in the small hit gaming state. It is a gaming machine that combines a mechanism that controls a jackpot gaming state when a gaming ball passes through (for example, a V winning area).

In the type 1 and type 2 mixer, for example, when a left-handed hit is made aiming at the first start winning opening provided in the left game area in the normal state, and the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed and controlled to the jackpot game state, the right game is played. Make a right-handed hit aiming at the big winning opening provided in the area.

Further, for example, when the time is controlled to be shortened after the big hit game, the right hit is performed aiming at the second start winning opening provided in the right game area, the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, and the small hit game state is controlled. Then, right-handed is performed aiming at a specific area (for example, V winning area) provided in the right game area. Then, when the game ball passes through the specific area (for example, the V winning area) and is controlled to the big hit game state, the right hit is performed aiming at the big winning opening provided in the right game area.

When the configuration of the feature unit 095IW is applied to such a type 1 type 2 mixer, for example, the symbol determination period when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed in the time saving state is lengthened (for example, 1 minute). , Left-handed notification is performed during the symbol determination period (that is, the number of first reserved storages is increased). Then, after being controlled to the big hit gaming state through the small hit gaming state, when the time saving state is controlled again, the special variation is provided on the condition that the first reserved storage number is a specific number (for example, "4"). Should be executed a predetermined number of times. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being controlled to the big hit game state a plurality of times in a short period of time, and it is possible to suppress gambling and realize a sound game playability.

In the type 1 and type 2 mixer, if the game ball does not pass through a specific area (for example, the V winning area) within a predetermined period after the small hit game state is started, the big hit game state is not controlled. Some are configured so that the small hit game state ends. If such a gaming machine is configured to perform left-handed notification during the symbol confirmation period, the player notices that even if the symbol confirmation period elapses and the small hit game state is controlled, the player switches to right-handed. However, there is a risk that the small hit game will be wasted. Therefore, when the small hit game state is started, or before a predetermined period of time when the small hit game state is started, a special right-handed notification may be performed in a manner that is easier to recognize than the normal right-handed notification. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being disadvantaged.

Further, in the configuration of the feature unit 095IW, when the pre-reading notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the fluctuation display before execution (variation display in which execution is suspended) can be executed, in the time saving state, the first 2 While the pre-reading notice effect can be executed for the variable display of the special symbol, the pre-reading notice effect may not be executed for the variable display of the first special symbol. With this configuration, it is possible to prevent inconsistencies in the content of the production.

As described above, the feature unit 095IW discloses the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means 1-1), (means 1-2) to (means 8).

(Means 1-1) The identification information (for example, a special symbol) can be variably displayed and controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state or a small hit game state in a type 2 mixer) that is advantageous to the player. A first passing area (for example, a winning ball device 6A) formed in a first passing area (for example, a winning ball device 6A) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a specific path (for example, the left game area 153SG002L) can pass. A second passing area (for example, a second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a special route (for example, the right gaming area 153SG002R) can pass through the mouth). And, as the variable display of the identification information, the variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) based on the establishment of the first start condition and the second identification information based on the establishment of the second start condition. (For example, the variable display of the second special symbol), the variable display executing means capable of executing (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes step S112), and the information regarding the variable display of the first identification information. A first reserved storage means that can be stored as a first reserved storage (for example, a first reserved storage number buffer) and a second reserved storage means that can store information related to variable display of the second identification information as a second reserved storage (for example). , Second hold storage number buffer) and special state control means (eg, high base state) that can be controlled to a special state (eg, high base state) in which the second start condition is more likely to be satisfied than the non-special state (for example, low base state). A part of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 078IWS164 and 078IWS537) and a special output means (for example, a test signal) capable of executing a special output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a special path. It is possible to output the position designation signal 3 (output time: during the gaming state in which the player is expected to hit right), and it is possible to give right-handed notification as hitting method notification. 8-24) and a specific output means capable of executing a specific output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a specific route (for example, a launch position designation signal 1 as a test signal (output time: the player). It is possible to output (during a gaming state in which it is assumed that a left-handed hit is made), and it is possible to give a left-handed hit notification as a hitting method notification (see FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24). The 1 start condition is established based on the passage of the game medium through the first pass region, and the second start condition is based on the passage of the game medium through the second pass region. The variable display execution means can select one of a plurality of variable display periods and execute variable display of the identification information according to the selected variable display period (for example, a game control microcomputer). Based on the fact that the computer 100 executes steps S111 and S112) and the special condition regarding the first reserved storage (for example, the number of first reserved storage reaches a specific number (for example, "4")) is satisfied. A special variable display period in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a predetermined period (for example, special figure fluctuation time of special fluctuation: 262000 ms) can be selected (for example, a portion in which the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS101 to S107). (See FIG. 8-8 (F)), the first display period, which is the display period when the specific result related to the control of the advantageous state is displayed as the display result of the variable display in the special state, is the specific result in the non-special state. Is longer than the second display period, which is the display period when is displayed (for example, the symbol confirmation period when the jackpot symbol is stopped in the low base state is 0.5 seconds, and the jackpot symbol is stopped in the high base state. The symbol determination period is 1 minute (see FIG. 8-24), the special output means can execute the special output in the special state and the advantageous state (see, for example, FIG. 8-24), and the specific output is specified. The means can perform a specific output during the first display period (see, eg, FIG. 8-24 (B)), display a specific result in a special state, and are controlled to an advantageous state after the first display period ends. At that time, a predetermined notification means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 may perform steps 078IWS887a, S887b) capable of executing a predetermined notification (for example, a special right-handed notification) capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward the special route. A portion for executing S889 (see FIGS. 8-24 (B) and 8-37 (D)) is further provided. According to such a configuration, the game medium can pass through the first passage area during the display period (that is, the first display period) when the specific result is displayed in the special state, and the special condition regarding the first hold storage Since a special variable display period in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a predetermined period can be selected when is established, it is possible to prevent the variable display period from being controlled to an advantageous state multiple times in a short period of time, suppressing gambling and sound playability. Can be realized. Further, when the display period (that is, the first display period) when the specific result is displayed in the special state is controlled to the advantageous state after the end, the predetermined notification is performed, which causes a disadvantage for the player. It can be prevented from doing so.

(Means 1-2) The identification information (for example, a special symbol) can be variably displayed and controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state or a small hit game state in a type 2 mixer) that is advantageous to the player. A first passing area (for example, a winning ball device 6A) formed in a first passing area (for example, a winning ball device 6A) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a specific path (for example, the left game area 153SG002L) can pass. A second passing area (for example, a second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a special route (for example, the right gaming area 153SG002R) can pass through the mouth). And, as the variable display of the identification information, the variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) based on the establishment of the first start condition and the second identification information based on the establishment of the second start condition. (For example, the variable display of the second special symbol), the variable display executing means capable of executing (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes step S112), and the information regarding the variable display of the first identification information. A first reserved storage means that can be stored as a first reserved storage (for example, a first reserved storage number buffer) and a second reserved storage means that can store information related to variable display of the second identification information as a second reserved storage (for example). , Second hold storage number buffer) and special state control means (eg, high base state) that can be controlled to a special state (eg, high base state) in which the second start condition is more likely to be satisfied than the non-special state (for example, low base state). A part of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 078IWS164 and 078IWS537) and a special output means (for example, a test signal) capable of executing a special output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a special path. It is possible to output the position designation signal 3 (output time: during the gaming state in which the player is expected to hit right), and it is possible to give right-handed notification as hitting method notification. 8-24) and a specific output means capable of executing a specific output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a specific route (for example, a launch position designation signal 1 as a test signal (output time: the player). It is possible to output (during a gaming state in which it is assumed that a left-handed hit is made), and it is possible to give a left-handed hit notification as a hitting method notification (see FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24). The 1 start condition is established based on the passage of the game medium through the first pass region, and the second start condition is based on the passage of the game medium through the second pass region. The variable display execution means can select one of a plurality of variable display periods and execute variable display of the identification information according to the selected variable display period (for example, a game control microcomputer). Based on the fact that the computer 100 executes steps S111 and S112) and the special condition regarding the first reserved storage (for example, the number of first reserved storage reaches a specific number (for example, "4")) is satisfied. A special variable display period in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a predetermined period (for example, special figure fluctuation time of special fluctuation: 262000 ms) can be selected (for example, a portion in which the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS101 to S107). (See FIG. 8-8 (F)), the first display period, which is the display period when the specific result related to the control of the advantageous state is displayed as the display result of the variable display in the special state, is the specific result in the non-special state. Is longer than the second display period, which is the display period when is displayed (for example, the symbol confirmation period when the jackpot symbol is stopped in the low base state is 0.5 seconds, and the jackpot symbol is stopped in the high base state. The symbol determination period is one minute (see FIG. 8-24), the special output means can execute the special output in a special state (see, for example, FIG. 8-24), and the specific output means is In the first display period, a specific output can be executed (see, for example, FIG. 8-24 (B)), and in the first display period, a special effect different from the effect executed in the second display period (for example, blessing). A special effect executing means capable of executing the effect (for example, a portion in which the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 078IWS864 to S866; see FIGS. 8-24 (B) and 8-37 (C)) is further provided. According to such a configuration, the game medium can pass through the first passage area during the display period (that is, the first display period) when the specific result is displayed in the special state, and the special condition regarding the first hold storage Since a special variable display period in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a predetermined period can be selected when is established, it is possible to prevent the variable display period from being controlled to an advantageous state multiple times in a short period of time, suppressing gambling and sound playability. Can be realized. Further, when the specific result is displayed in the special state (that is, the first display period), the special effect is executed, so that the interest can be improved.

(Means 2) The variable display executing means can execute the variable display of the second identification information in preference to the variable display of the first identification information (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 078IWS52 to S55). Part), when the first reserved storage number is a specific number (for example, "4") or more, a special variable display period can be selected as the variable display period of the second identification information, and the first reserved storage number is the specific number. If it is less than, the special variable display period is not selected as the variable display period of the second identification information (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS101 to S107). According to such a configuration, when the first reserved storage number is a specific number (for example, "4") or more, the special variable display period can be selected as the variable display period of the second identification information, so that the special variable display period can be selected. The display period is difficult to select, and the decline in interest can be minimized.

(Means 3) When the variable display executing means is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display of the first identification information, the variable display period of the second identification information is even if the first reserved storage number is equal to or more than a specific number. If the special variable display period is not selected and the second identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display, and the first reserved storage number is equal to or more than a specific number, the second identification information is set as the variable display period. The special variable display period can be selected (for example, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 095IWS1136 to S1140,095IWS101 to S107. That is, the special variation is performed only when the variation display result of the second special symbol becomes a big hit. The flag is set. Then, when the special variation flag is set and the first reserved storage number is 4, the special variation pattern can be selected as the variation pattern of the second special symbol). According to such a configuration, when the variable display of the first identification information is used as an opportunity to control the advantageous state (so-called first hit), the special variable display period can be prevented from being selected, which is a hobby. The drop can be minimized.

(Means 4) In a special state, the variable display executing means has a specific variable display period in which the variable display period is shortened as the variable display period of the first identification information (for example, ultra-shortened fluctuation (special figure fluctuation period: 3000 ms)) or shortened. Fluctuation (special figure fluctuation period: 5000 ms)) can be selected. According to such a configuration, the data capacity can be reduced.

(Means 5) An effect executing means capable of executing the effect is provided, and the effect executing means executes the first effect (for example, playing a common moving image of a big hit) in the first period of the special variable display period, and starts from the first period. A second effect (eg, shutter closure) is performed to indicate whether or not to control to an advantageous state in the later second period (see, for example, FIGS. 8-42). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest during the special variable display period.

(Means 6) The special variable display period is common when the display result of the variable display is a specific result and when it is not a specific result (for example, 4 minutes 22 seconds (26200 ms)). 42). According to such a configuration, the data capacity can be reduced.

(Means 7) Detects a variable winning means (for example, a large winning opening) that can be controlled into an open state through which the game medium can pass and a closed state through which the game medium cannot pass, and the passage of the game medium through the variable winning means. The detection means (for example, the count switch 23) and the variable winning means are controlled to be open in the advantageous state, and the detection means detects the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means a predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times). Value based on the variable winning control means (for example, the part where the game control microcomputer 100 executes step S115) capable of controlling the variable winning means in the closed state based on the detection means and the detection means for detecting the game medium. (For example, when a game ball enters the large winning opening, a predetermined number (15 in this example) of the game balls is paid out as a prize ball), and the detection means is provided. It is possible to detect the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means for the specific time exceeding the predetermined number (in this example, the count switch 23 is a number exceeding the predetermined number (for example, 10) to the large winning opening. The winning of the game ball (over winning) can also be detected), and the specific effect (for example, the over winning effect) is performed based on the detection of the passage of the game medium to the specific variable winning means by the detecting means. A specific effect executing means (for example, a portion in which the effect control CPU 120 executes step 078IWS643c) is provided. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by a specific production. In addition, it is possible to suppress the launch of the player aiming at the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means exceeding a predetermined number of times.

(Means 8) The variable display executing means can display a predetermined result (for example, an outlier symbol) different from the specific result as the display result of the variable display, and as the predetermined result, the first predetermined result that does not trigger the control of the special state. It is possible to display a result (for example, an out-of-time symbol (no time reduction)) and a second predetermined result (for example, a time-saving out-of-time symbol) that triggers control of a special state. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest.

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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can variably display identification information and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A first passage area provided at a position where a game medium passing through a specific route can pass, and
A second passage area provided at a position where the game medium passing through the special route can pass, and
As the variable display of the identification information, the variable display of the first identification information based on the satisfaction of the first start condition and the variable display of the second identification information based on the satisfaction of the second start condition can be executed. Display execution means and
A first hold storage means that can store information related to the variable display of the first identification information as a first hold storage, and
A second hold storage means that can store information related to the variable display of the second identification information as a second hold storage, and
A special state control means capable of controlling a special state in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than a non-special state, and
A special output means capable of executing a special output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward the special route, and
A specific output means capable of executing a specific output capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward the specific route is provided.
The first starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passing region.
The second starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the second passing region.
The variable display execution means is
It is possible to select one of a plurality of variable display periods and execute variable display of identification information according to the selected variable display period.
Based on the establishment of the special condition regarding the first reserved storage, a special variable display period having a variable display period of a predetermined period or longer can be selected.
The first display period, which is the display period when the specific result related to the control of the advantageous state is displayed as the display result of the variable display in the special state, is the time when the specific result is displayed in the non-special state. Longer than the second display period, which is the display period,
The special output means can execute the special output in the special state.
The specific output means can execute the specific output during the first display period.
A gaming machine characterized in that, in the first display period, a special effect executing means capable of executing a special effect different from the effect executed in the second display period is further provided.

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