JP2021078967A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine that optimizes control.SOLUTION: A game machine includes a RAM 102 which updates a relieving time-shortening frequency counter when a special symbol is varied, can perform control into a time-shortening state when a special condition is satisfied by the updated relieving time-shortening frequency counter indicating value corresponding to 800 variation and can hold the relieving time-shortening frequency counter and reservation information while power supply is stopped. While an output signal from a clear switch is on when power is supplied, a storage content of the RAM 102 can be initialized. When power supply is started, restoration control restoring the relieving time-shortening frequency counter and reservation information can be executed on the basis of a storage content of the RAM 102 and, after the restoration control is performed, control into the time-shortening state is possible when the special condition is satisfied on the basis of variation corresponding to the restored reservation information. Thus, it is possible to increase the relief degree of a player.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-39

Description

The present invention is a pachinko machine, a slot machine, or the like that can perform variable display of the first identification information and variable display of the second identification information, and can control to an advantageous advantageous state based on the derivation display of the specific display result. Regarding game machines.

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

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

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

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the effect symbol (identification information) started in the variable display area based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If 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 area, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left middle right symbols) continue for a predetermined time and stop or shake in a state that matches the specific display result. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed 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, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed in the variable display area is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In addition, the number of fluctuations of the symbol is counted, and based on the fact that the count result reaches a value corresponding to the special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without the occurrence of a big hit (that is, the special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without the occurrence of a big hit). Some were controlled to a probabilistic state (based on 1000) fluctuations. Similarly, there is a device that controls the gaming state to a special state (for example, a time-saving state in which the symbol variation is frequently executed) based on the count result reaching a specific value (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2005-95449 (paragraph 0133, FIG. 7)

However, there was room for improvement in control.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine for optimizing control.

The gaming machine according to the present invention executes variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol), and executes a specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol). ) Is derived and displayed, and is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state), and is in a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than in a normal state. Controllable state control means (for example, the part that executes steps 105IWS166, S173, S538 in the game control microcomputer 100) and numerical information (for example, a relief time reduction counter) based on the execution of the variable display. The updatable update means (for example, the part that executes step 105IWS71 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the start condition (for example, the winning of the game ball to the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening) are established. In addition, the variable display executing means (for example, steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing the variable display based on the establishment of the start condition (for example, neither the jackpot game state nor the variable) is satisfied. The part to be executed) and the hold storage means that can store information about the variable display as hold information when the start condition is satisfied but the start condition is not met (for example, the first hold storage number buffer and the second hold storage number buffer). A backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding numerical information and hold information when the power supply is stopped, and a predetermined condition (for example, an output signal from the clear switch when the power is turned on) are turned on. When the storage contents of the backup storage means are initialized, the initialization means (for example, the part that executes steps S8 and 105IWS12 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the power supply are started. In addition, a recovery means capable of executing recovery control for recovering the numerical information updated by the update means and the hold information stored in the hold storage means based on the stored contents of the backup storage means (for example, a step in the game control microcomputer 100). The state control means includes a part for executing S6), and the state control means has a specific value (for example, a relief time reduction) corresponding to a special number of times (for example, 800 times) as the number of times the variable display is executed for the numerical information updated by the update means. It is possible to control to a special state when a special condition is satisfied by setting the number counter value: 0) ( For example, the game control microcomputer 100 can control the time saving state C via the relief time saving by performing step 105IWS173), and after the recovery control is executed, the variable display corresponding to the recovered hold information is displayed. It is possible to control the special state when the special condition is satisfied based on the execution (see FIG. 8-39), and the updating means is a case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed and a case where the variable display of the second identification information is variably displayed. (For example, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the relief time reduction counter when the first special symbol changes and when the second special symbol changes). A game machine to play. According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a disadvantage for the player when a power failure occurs while optimizing the control by initialization.

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 105IW. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot probability and the time saving loss probability for each set value. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot 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 number of time reductions for each transition opportunity, and the relief time reduction arrival rate for each set value. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table in the feature part 105IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table in the feature part 105IW. 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 game control main processing in a feature part 105IW. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the external output signal. It is a flowchart which shows the big hit opening preprocessing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during jackpot opening. 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 105IW. 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 customer waiting demo production control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the telop display execution lottery table, and the telop display mode determination lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the advance notice production execution lottery table, and the advance notice effect mode determination lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. This is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of the effect when executing the variable display that shortens the relief time. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode until shift to the relief time shortening. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode until shift to the relief time shortening. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode until shift to the relief time shortening. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the effect mode until shift to the relief time shortening. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example at the time of performing the countdown effect and effect effect from the timing other than the case where the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened to 10 times. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the customer waiting demo production. This is a timing chart when a power failure occurs immediately before the rescue time is reached. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing a setting suggestion effect execution lottery table, a setting suggestion effect mode determination lottery table, a telop display execution execution lottery table, and a telop display mode determination lottery table in the first modification.

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area), a variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed. The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. Each of these consists of 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)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like, turning off the light, operating the movable body 32, or the like.

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

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

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

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

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

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative 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 game machine 1 is shown as a game machine, but a medal is inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player When a symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, if the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, bonus, etc.).

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

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

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

(Explanation of feature 105IW)
Next, the feature portion 105IW of this embodiment will be described. In the feature unit 105IW, 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, the average special figure fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, and the average normal map fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state. There is a high probability that you will be hit by the average in the ordinary game. For example, while the probability of hitting a normal figure is 10% in the normal state, the probability of hitting a normal figure is increased to 90% in the time saving state, and a game ball wins in the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening). It will be easier to do. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, in the time saving state, the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) can be obtained by lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B as compared with the normal state. It may be configured so that the game ball can easily win a prize.

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.

Further, in this example, after the power is turned on to the gaming machine, after a big hit occurs, and after a time reduction occurs, the next big hit or time reduction occurs even if the fluctuation display of a predetermined number of times (800 times in this example) is finished. Even if it is not done, it may be controlled to a time saving state (relief time saving). This relief time reduction is provided to relieve a player who has played a game for a long period of time but does not have a big hit or a time reduction loss (for example, to suppress investment money in the game). It is a thing.

In the time saving state, (1) control to increase the probability of hitting a normal symbol, (2) control to shorten the fluctuation time of a normal symbol, and (3) opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening). Control to lengthen and (4) control to shorten the fluctuation time of the special symbol can be performed, but all of those (1) to (4) may be controlled, or (1) to (1) to It is not necessary to control a part of (4). For example, which of the following (1) to (4) may be controlled may differ between the time saving state via the jackpot, the time saving state via the time saving loss, and the time saving state via the relief time saving. It may be the same.

Further, for example, the probability of hitting a normal figure in a non-time saving state (normal state) is set to 100% (no deviation of the normal figure), or the probability of hitting a normal figure is substantially set to 100% by making the probability of losing the normal figure extremely low. In the time saving state, even if the control of (1) is not performed (that is, the probability of hitting a normal figure is not changed from the non-time saving state), a part or all of (2) to (4) is controlled. Good.

It is preferable that the number of fluctuations n until the relief time is controlled and the number of time reductions N in the relief time are defined as follows.

2.5P ≤ n ≤ 3.0P
0.4P ≤ N ≤ 3.8P
(P = denominator of jackpot probability ML, n = number of fluctuations, N = number of time reductions)
Specifically, for example, when the jackpot probability is 1/300, the number of fluctuations n is 750 to 900, and the number of time reductions N is 120 to 1140. In this example, since the jackpot probability is different for each set value s, the number of fluctuations ns (set value s: 1 to 6) for each set value is as follows. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "1" is about 1/319, the number of fluctuations n1 is 797.5-957. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "2" is about 1/310, the number of fluctuations n2 is 775 to 930. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "3" is about 1/300, the number of fluctuations n3 is 750 to 900. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "4" is about 1/290, the number of fluctuations n4 is 725 to 870. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "5" is about 1/280, the number of fluctuations n5 is 700 to 840. Since the jackpot probability when the set value is "6" is about 1/270, the number of fluctuations n6 is 675 to 810. Then, the following description will be given assuming that "800", which can be applied regardless of which set value is set, is set as the number of fluctuations n. Similarly, "800", which can be applied regardless of which setting value is set, is set as the time saving number N.

(Board composition)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature portion 105IW. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 105IW, in addition to the board surface configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed LED 105IW10 is provided below the normal drawing hold indicator 25C. ing. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed notification LED 105IW20 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, the fourth symbol display 105IW21a 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 105IW21a 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 105IW21b 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 105IW21a 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.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 105IW, instead of the passing gate 41 shown in FIG. 1, a passing game ball can pass to the right side of the image display device 5. A gate 105IW41 is provided. In the feature unit 105IW, the normal drawing game is executed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 105IW41. Therefore, in the feature unit 105IW, since the probability of hitting a normal figure increases in the probability variation state or the time saving state, it is advantageous to perform the firing operation (right-handed operation) aiming at the right side of the game area. On the other hand, in the present feature unit 105IW, in the normal state, it is advantageous to perform the firing operation (left-handed operation) aiming at the left side of the game area.

Further, although not shown, a probability variation region that can be controlled in an open state and a closed state is provided in the large winning opening. The probability variation region is controlled to the open state at a predetermined timing in the jackpot game state, and is controlled to the probability variation state based on the game ball passing through the probability variation region controlled to the open state.

(Big hit probability, time saving loss probability)
8-2 and 8-3 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the jackpot probability and the time saving loss probability for each set value. Of these, FIG. 8-2 shows the jackpot 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 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 with the jackpot probability "205/65536" (about 1/319), 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 "242/65536" is the highest when the set value is "6". It is high (about 1/270), 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 "2420/65536" is the highest when the set value is "6". It is high (about 1/27), 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.

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 different depending on the set value as described above and the time reduction probability is set to be constant, no time reduction is lost. By making the probabilities different for the set values "1" to "6", the number of determined values for each set value may be matched.

In addition, it may be configured to be controllable to a small hit game state. When the small hit is also determinable, for example, the small hit probability may be constant regardless of any of the set values "1" to "6".

Further, when the small hit is also configured to be determinable, it may be configured so that there is a small hit with a time reduction that is controlled to a time reduction state triggered by the small hit.

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 and the time saving loss probability. For example, 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 either "10R jackpot A" or "10R jackpot B".

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 either "10R jackpot A" or "10R jackpot B".

"10R jackpot A" is controlled to a jackpot game state of 10 rounds, shifts to a probability variation state when the game ball passes through the probability variation area during the jackpot game state, and shifts to a time saving state when the game ball does not pass. It is a big hit to make. In "10R jackpot A", the period in which the probability variation region is controlled to the open state is extremely short, 0.1 seconds, so that the jackpot is a type in which it is difficult for a game ball to win a prize in the probability variation region.

"10R jackpot B" is controlled to a jackpot game state of 10 rounds, shifts to a probability change state when the game ball does not pass through the probability change area during the jackpot game state, and is a time saving state when the game ball does not pass. It is a big hit to shift to. In "10R jackpot B", the period in which the probability variation region is controlled to the open state is as long as 10 seconds, so that the jackpot is a type in which a game ball can easily win a prize in the probability variation region.

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. 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.

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 "10R big hit A" with a probability of 40%, and 60%. It is determined as "10R jackpot B" with the probability of. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, it is determined as "10R big hit A" with a probability of 17%. It is determined as "10R jackpot B" with a probability of 83%.

FIG. 8-6 (A) is an explanatory diagram for explaining the number of time reductions for each transition opportunity. As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), in this example, when a 10R jackpot A occurs and the game ball does not win in the probability variation region, the time reduction state is controlled to 100 times, and the 10R jackpot B is set. When it occurs and the game ball wins in the probability variation area, it is controlled in a time saving state until the next big hit. Further, when the time reduction is performed 800 times without being controlled by the big hit and the time reduction deviation symbol is not stopped, the time reduction state is controlled to the time reduction state (relief time reduction) of 800 times.

In this example, as will be described later, 800 is set in the relief time reduction counter when the jackpot ends, the time reduction missed symbol is stopped, or the time reduction state is controlled by the relief time reduction, and the relief time reduction is performed each time the change is performed. The value of the number-of-times counter is subtracted by 1, and when the value of the relief time-saving counter becomes 0, the time-saving state is controlled to 800 times. In other words, if the time reduction state is controlled via the relief time reduction and then the fluctuation is performed 800 times without becoming a big hit, the time reduction state is terminated and the time reduction state is controlled again. , It is designed to be continuously controlled to shorten the time until the next big hit.

FIG. 8-6 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the relief time reduction arrival rate for each set value. The relief time reduction arrival rate is a rate controlled to the time reduction state via the relief time reduction. Since the time saving state via the relief time saving is controlled by fluctuating n times (800 times in this example) without being controlled by the jackpot game state, the relief time saving arrival rate K is as follows. It can be calculated in this way.
K = (1-ML) ⁿ = {(P-1) ÷ P} ⁿ
(K = Relief time reduction arrival rate, P = Big hit probability ML denominator, n = Number of fluctuations)

Specifically, for example, if the set value is "1", the jackpot probability ML is about 1/319, so the relief time reduction arrival rate K is 8.1%, and if the set value is "2", the jackpot probability ML is Since it is about 1/310, the relief time reduction arrival rate K is 7.5%, and if the set value is "3", the jackpot probability ML is about 1/300, so the relief time reduction arrival rate K is 6.9%. If the set value is "4", the jackpot probability ML is about 1/290, so the relief time reduction arrival rate K is 6.3%, and if the set value is "5", the jackpot probability ML is about 1/280. The relief time reduction arrival rate K is 5.7%, and if the set value is "6", the jackpot probability ML is about 1/270, so the relief time reduction arrival rate K is 5.1%.

In this way, the lower the jackpot probability is, the higher the relief time reduction arrival rate is. As a result, the player can be rescued even if the set value has a low jackpot probability.

(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".

Further, for example, in the case where the time reduction can be determined even during the time reduction state via the relief time reduction, the time reduction counter or the like may be uniformly configured so as not to be overwritten even if the time reduction is lost, or the time reduction deviation symbol may be configured. Depending on the type, the time reduction counter or the like may be overwritten or not overwritten.

FIG. 8-6 (C) is an explanatory diagram for explaining the time saving type. As shown in FIG. 8-6 (C), in this example, in the normal state, when the time reduction is A, the time reduction is controlled to 100 times, and the time reduction is B. It is controlled to a time saving state of 50 times of time saving, and is controlled to a time saving state of 30 times of time saving when "out of time saving C" occurs. 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, in this example, as will be described later, there is no case where the time reduction is determined to be out of time even in the time reduction state due to the relief time reduction.

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 (C). 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 portion 105IW. Of these, FIG. 8-7 (A) shows a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table A for big hits excluding the relief time shortening rush fluctuation. 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 the deviation in the time saving state controlled via the relief time saving. Further, FIGS. 8-8 (F) and 8-8 (G) show specific examples of fluctuation pattern tables F and G for deviation within 10 fluctuations immediately before the relief time is shortened. Of these, the fluctuation pattern table F shown in FIG. 8-8 (F) is a fluctuation pattern table for immediately before the relief time reduction, which is selected when the number of reserved storages (for example, the total number of reserved storages) is 3 or less. Further, the fluctuation pattern table F shown in FIG. 8-8 (G) is a fluctuation pattern table for immediately before the relief time reduction, which is selected when the number of reserved storages (for example, the total number of reserved storages) is 4 or more.

Further, FIG. 8-8 (H) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table H for deviation in the probabilistic state. However, in this example, even in the probabilistic change state or the time saving state, when the number of reserved storages is not 1 or more (when there is no reserved storage), the fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern table B.

Further, FIG. 8-8 (I) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table I for the deviation in the relief time shortened inrush variation. Further, FIG. 8-8 (J) shows a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table J for the jackpot in the relief time shortening rush fluctuation.

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), in this example, in the case of a big hit, the fluctuation patterns include the fluctuation pattern PB2-1 (normal reach), the fluctuation pattern PB2-2 (super reach α), and the fluctuation pattern PB2. It is determined to be one of -3 (super reach β). It should be noted that the variation pattern for the big hit secures a special figure variation time that is 10,000 ms longer than the variation pattern for the miss that performs the same reach effect. This is a blessing effect that congratulates the big hit after performing a reach effect of the same length as the out-of-range fluctuation, and a re-lottery effect that makes it appear as if the lottery is being performed again (for example, 10R big hit A). This is because the jackpot symbol shown is temporarily stopped, and a re-lottery effect is performed to change the jackpot symbol to indicate the 10R jackpot B).

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).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (E), in this example, when there is a deviation in the time saving state controlled via the relief time saving, the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 (extremely shortened fluctuation) is used as the fluctuation pattern. , 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.

As shown in FIGS. 8-7 (C), 8-7 (D), and 8-8 (E), in this example, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) and fluctuation are observed in the time-saving state. The rate at which the pattern PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation) and the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 (extremely shortened fluctuation) are determined is high, and the average fluctuation time is shorter than in the normal state. Further, even in the same time saving state, in the time saving state controlled via the time saving deviation, the selection probability of the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation) is 80 as compared with the time saving state controlled via the jackpot. It is as high as%, and the average fluctuation time is short. In addition, in the time saving state controlled via the relief time saving, the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 (extremely shortened fluctuation) is as high as 99%, which is the same as in the time saving state controlled via the time saving deviation or the jackpot. In comparison, the average fluctuation time is even shorter.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (F), in this example, if the time is out of the range within 10 fluctuations immediately before the relief time is shortened, the number of reserved storages (for example, the total number of reserved storages) is 3 or less. For example, the fluctuation pattern is determined to be either fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation) or fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), and the probability of being determined to fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation) is 95%. It's getting higher. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (G), in this example, if the time is out of the range within 10 fluctuations immediately before the relief time is shortened, the number of reserved storages (for example, the total number of reserved storages) is 4 or more. For example, the fluctuation pattern is determined to be either the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 (normal fluctuation) or the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), and the probability of being determined to the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 (normal fluctuation) is 95%. It's getting higher.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (F) and 8-8 (G), if the deviation is within 10 fluctuations immediately before the relief time is shortened, the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α) or the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 It is not determined to be (super reach β), and super reach is not executed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (H), 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).

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (E) and 8-8 (H), when determining the fluctuation pattern of the deviation fluctuation, the time saving state via the relief time saving is shorter than the time saving state via the jackpot gaming state. The selection rate of fluctuation patterns with fluctuation time is high. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the relief time is shortened after playing the game for a long period of time.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (E) and 8-8 (H), when determining the fluctuation pattern of the deviation fluctuation, the time saving state via the relief time saving is more reach than the time saving state via the jackpot gaming state. The selection rate of fluctuation patterns that accompany the effect is low. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the relief time is shortened after playing the game for a long period of time.

As shown in FIG. 8-8 (H), in this example, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (ultra-shortened 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-shortened state. Is getting shorter.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (I), in this example, when the relief time shortened rush fluctuation causes a deviation, the fluctuation pattern is determined to be the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 (rush deviation). When the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 is determined, a time saving rush effect is performed to notify that the time saving state is shifted (rushing) via the relief time saving.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (J), in this example, when the relief time shortened rush fluctuation causes a big hit, the fluctuation pattern is determined to be the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 (rush sham big hit). When the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 is determined, a time saving rush effect is performed to notify the transition to the time saving state (rushing) via the relief time saving, and then a big hit is notified and a blessing effect is produced. And re-lottery production will be performed. It should be noted that the effect performed after the time-saving rush effect may be an effect that can be executed even when another variation pattern is selected, but an effect that is not executed when another variation pattern is selected. This may make the player feel unexpected or special.

In addition, although the length of the fluctuation time is different depending on the case where the relief time shortened rush fluctuation causes a deviation and the case where the relief time shortened rush fluctuation causes a big hit, the fluctuation pattern having the same length of fluctuation time or a common one. The variation pattern may be selected. As a result, the storage capacity can be saved.

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.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (E), the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 of the extremely shortened fluctuation of 1.5 seconds is high during the time saving state via the relief time saving, and the fluctuation display is displayed. Since the digestion speed is fast, there are few types of feasible advance notice effects and look-ahead advance notice effects. For example, in the case of a time saving state via the relief time saving, an effect of displaying an effect image at the edge of the display screen of the image display device 5, an effect of turning on a lamp or an LED, a predetermined effect sound, or a normal effect. An effect that outputs different fluctuating stop sounds is executed.

Further, in this example, the case where the fluctuation pattern table E dedicated to the time saving state via the relief time saving is provided, but the fluctuation pattern table E dedicated to the time saving state via the relief time saving is not provided, for example, via the jackpot. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by using the fluctuation pattern table C (see FIG. 8-7 (C)) in the time saving state.

Further, in this example, when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less, the case of switching to the fluctuation pattern tables F and G (see FIGS. 8-8 (F) and (G)) is shown. , Not limited to such aspects. For example, the fluctuation pattern table may be switched so that the reach ratio gradually decreases as the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened, or the number of divisions such as 100 or 200 remaining fluctuations. Only in the case of, the fluctuation pattern table may be switched so that the remaining number of fluctuations can be suggested.

(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 (10R jackpot A designation command)) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is the 10R jackpot A. .. The command 9005 (H) is an effect control command (display result 6 designation command (10R jackpot B designation command)) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is the 10R jackpot B. ..

The command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (relief time reduction number 1 designation command) for designating the remaining number of fluctuations (number of times of 126 times or less) until the relief time is shortened. In this example, the value corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations (the number of times of 126 times or less) until the relief time is shortened is set in the EXT data of the relief time reduction number 1 designated command. For example, when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 1, the command 9501 (H) is transmitted as the relief time reduction number 1 designation command, and when the remaining number of fluctuations is 126, the command is transmitted. The command 957E (H) is transmitted as a rescue time reduction number 1 designation command. In this example, when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 127 times or more, the maximum value of 7F (H) is set in the EXT data, and the command is uniformly designated as the relief time reduction number 1 designation command. The command 957F (H) is transmitted to.

The command 96XX (H) is an effect control command (relief time reduction number 2 designation command) for designating the remaining number of fluctuations (number of times in units of 100 times) until the relief time is shortened. In this example, a value corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations (number of times in units of 100 times) until the relief time is shortened is set in the EXT data of the relief time reduction number 2 designated command. For example, when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 100, the command 9601 (H) is transmitted as a command for specifying the number of relief times 2, and when the remaining number of fluctuations is 700, the command is transmitted. The command 9607 (H) is transmitted as the rescue time reduction number 1 designation command.

The command 97XX (H) is an effect control command (command for specifying the number of times of relief time for restoration) that specifies the number of remaining fluctuations (the number of times in units of 100 times) until the relief time is shortened at the time of power restoration. In this example, when the power is restored, the EXT data of the command for specifying the number of times of relief time for restoration is set with a value corresponding to the number of remaining fluctuations until the time for relief is shortened and transmitted. For example, when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened at the time of power restoration is 100 times or less, the command 9701 (H) is transmitted as a command for specifying the number of relief times at the time of restoration, and the remaining number of fluctuations is 701 times or more. If the number of times is 800 or less, the command 9708 (H) is transmitted as a command for specifying the number of times of relief time for restoration.

In this example, the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened can be specified in units of 126 times, and when the remaining number of times is 127 times or more, it can be specified in units of 100 times. However, it is not limited to such a mode. For example, two commands may be combined and transmitted so that even if the remaining number of times is 127 or more, the two commands can be identifiable and transmitted in units of one time.

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 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 opening of the big winning opening) for designating 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 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 (time reduction state C designation command) that specifies that the game state is controlled to the time reduction state at the time of relief time reduction. The command E004 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state designation 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.

The command F000 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

The command F1XX (H) is an effect control command (set value command) indicating that the set value indicated by XX is set. For example, a setting value command (F101 (H)) that specifies a setting value "1" when the setting value is "1", and a setting value command (F102) that specifies a setting value "2" when the setting value is "2". When (H)) is the setting value "3", the setting value command (F103 (H)) for specifying the setting value "3" is set to specify the setting value "4" when the setting value is "4". When the value command (F104 (H)) is the set value "5", the set value "5" is specified. When the set value command (F105 (H)) is the set value "6", the set value is "6". A setting value command (F106 (H)) for specifying is transmitted.

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 main processing)
FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing the game control main process in the feature unit 105IW. In this example, the processes of steps S1 to S7, the processes of steps S8 to S9, and the processes of steps S10 to S12 are the same as those processes shown in FIG.

In this example, when the effect control command instructing the recovery from the power failure is transmitted in step S7, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the relief time reduction counter for counting the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. Control is performed so that a value corresponding to the value of the current relief time reduction counter is set and a recovery relief time reduction specification command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS11). For example, when the value of the current relief time reduction counter is 100 or less, the CPU 10 controls to transmit the command 9701 (H) as a recovery time reduction designation command. Further, for example, when the value of the current relief time reduction counter is 701 or more and 800 or less, the CPU 10 controls to transmit the command 9708 (H) as a recovery time reduction designation command. Therefore, in this example, if the RAM clear process is not executed and the recovery process is executed when the power is turned on to the gaming machine, the command for specifying the number of times of relief time reduction at recovery is transmitted, and the remaining time until the current relief time reduction The number of fluctuations is notified.

In this example, a case is shown in which a command for specifying the number of times of relief time for recovery is transmitted separately from the command for recovery at the time of power failure recovery, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the EXT data of the recovery command (for example, the power-on designation command) transmitted in step S7 may be configured to be set with a value corresponding to the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened and transmitted.

Further, when the effect control command instructing the initialization is transmitted in step S9, the CPU 103 sets "800" in the relief time reduction counter (step 105IWS12). Therefore, in this example, when the RAM clear process is executed when the power is turned on to the gaming machine, "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter. That is, in this example, if the RAM clear process is executed when the power is turned on to the gaming machine and then the jackpot and the time reduction are not generated even if the fluctuation display is executed 800 times, the relief time is shortened and the time reduction state is established. Will be controlled by. In this example, the initial value to be set in the relief time reduction counter can be specified based on the effect control command for instructing the initialization to be transmitted in step S9.

In this example, when the RAM clear process is executed when the power is turned on to the gaming machine, "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter to make the initial setting, but only in such a mode. Instead, it may be configured not to perform the initial setting of the relief time reduction counter when the RAM clear processing is executed. With such a configuration, the game can be started from the state where the value of the relief time reduction counter on the previous day is continued, so that the investment amount until the relief time is shortened can be reduced and the player is not disadvantaged. be able to.

Further, in the case of the above configuration, the RAM is configured so that the initial setting of the relief time reduction counter is not performed only when the ON of the clear switch is detected (Y in step S3) and the RAM clear processing is executed. When an abnormality is detected (N in steps S4 and S5) and the RAM clear process is executed, the relief time reduction counter may be initially set.

If the output signal from the clear switch is turned on when the power is turned on, the hold storage information and the time reduction flag information are initialized in step S8, and the relief time reduction counter is also initialized in step 105IWS12. On the other hand, at the time of recovery from the power failure, the hold storage information, the time reduction flag information, and the relief time reduction counter information are backed up before the power failure occurs. As a result, for example, even if a power failure occurs at a timing immediately before reaching the relief time reduction, it is possible to prevent the player from being disadvantaged.

For example, as shown in FIG. 8-39, four hold memories are stored, and the power is cut off during the execution of the 799th fluctuation (relief time reduction counter = 1) since the previous jackpot control. If the hold storage information, the time reduction flag information, and the relief time reduction counter information are initialized when the power is restored from the power failure, it is decided to control the time reduction state via the relief time reduction. Even though it was (the memory on hold corresponding to the 800th fluctuation was stored), it will not be controlled to the time saving state after recovering from the power failure, which will be disadvantageous to the player. .. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from being disadvantaged by not initializing the hold storage information, the time reduction flag information, and the relief time reduction counter information at the time of recovery from the power failure.

In this example, when the output signal from the clear switch is on, the configuration is such that the relief time reduction counter information is also initialized (step 105IWS12), but the output signal from the clear switch is on. In this case, the hold storage information and the time reduction flag information may be initialized, and the relief time reduction counter information may not be initialized. Specifically, by performing the process of step S8, the hold storage information and the time saving flag information may be initialized, but the process of step 105 IWS12 may not be performed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game store from intentionally initializing the relief time reduction counter information, and it is possible to guarantee the degree of relief of the player.

(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 105IWS51). Specifically, the count value of the total hold storage number counter for counting the total number of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number is confirmed. If the total number of reserved storages is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second number of reserved storages is 0 (step 105IWS52). 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). Set the data indicating "second" in (step 105IWS53). 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 105IWS54).

In the feature unit 105IW, by executing the processes of steps 105IWS52 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 105IWS55). 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 105IWS56). 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 105IWS57). 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 105IWS61) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 105IWS62). 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.

When it is decided to make a big hit (Y in step 105IWS63), the CPU 103 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit (step 105IWS64). Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (10R jackpot A or 10R jackpot B) 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 105IWS65). 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 105 IWS84.

On the other hand, if it is not decided to make a big hit (N in step 105IWS63), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter for counting the number of executions of the variation display in the time reduction state is 0. Is confirmed (step 105IWS66). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the time reduction counter value (step 105IWS67), and confirms whether or not the subtracted time reduction counter value is 0 (step 105IWS68). ). If the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 sets the time reduction end flag indicating that the time reduction state ends at the end of the fluctuation (step 105IWS69).

In this example, steps 105IWS66 to S69 are executed before the count processing of the number of fluctuations up to the relief time reduction after step 105IWS71 to perform the subtraction processing of the time reduction counter. I can't be limited. For example, it may be configured to execute the subtraction process of the time reduction counter after executing the counting process of the number of fluctuations up to the relief time reduction after step 105IWS71. In this case, for example, in the case of a variable display that shortens the relief time, if the subtraction process is executed after setting "800" in the time reduction counter (see step 105IWS172), the value of the time reduction counter becomes 1 extra. Since the value is subtracted, the value of the time reduction counter may be added by 1 again after the subtraction process in the variable display in which the relief time is shortened. Further, it may be configured to set "801", which is one more time reduction counter, in advance.

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the relief time reduction counter (step 105IWS71). In this example, by executing the process of step 105IWS71, the value of the relief time reduction counter is uniformly updated regardless of whether the game state is the normal state, the time reduction state, or the probability change state. .. Further, in this example, by executing the process of step 105IWS71, regardless of whether the variation display of the first special symbol is executed or the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. , The value of the relief time reduction counter is updated uniformly.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is 127 or more (step 105IWS72). If the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is 126 or less (N in step 105IWS72), the CPU 103 sets the value corresponding to the value of the relief time reduction counter in the EXT data, and issues the relief time reduction 1 designation command. Control to transmit to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS73). For example, when the value of the relief time reduction counter is 1, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the command 9501 (H) as the relief time reduction 1 designation command. Further, when the value of the relief time reduction counter is 126, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the command 957E (H) as the relief time reduction 1 designation command.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is 0 (step 105IWS74). If the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is not 0, the process proceeds to step 105IWS79. If the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 sets a relief time reduction determination flag indicating that the time reduction state is controlled at the end of the fluctuation based on the occurrence of the relief time reduction (step 105IWS75). .. Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS84.

On the other hand, if the value of the relief time reduction counter after subtraction is 127 or more (Y in step 105IWS72), the CPU 103 uniformly sets 7F (H) as EXT data, and commands 957F as a relief time reduction 1 designation command. (H) is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS76). Next, in the CPU 103, is the number of remaining fluctuations up to the relief time shortened in units of 100 times (in this example, 100 times, 200 times, 300 times, 400 times, 500 times, 600 times, or 700 times)? It is confirmed whether or not (step 105IWS77). Whether or not the remaining number of fluctuations up to the relief time reduction is in units of 100 can be determined by checking the value of the relief time reduction counter. If the remaining number of fluctuations up to the relief time reduction is in units of 100 times, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the value of the relief time reduction counter in the EXT data, and directs and controls the relief time reduction 2 designation command. Control to transmit to the CPU 120 (step 105IWS78). For example, when the value of the relief time reduction counter is 100, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the command 9601 (H) as the relief time reduction 2 designation command. Further, when the value of the relief time reduction counter is 700, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the command 9607 (H) as the relief time reduction 2 designation command. Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS79.

In this example, when the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) counts the number of remaining fluctuations up to the relief time reduction and transmits the relief time reduction number 1 designation command and the relief time reduction number 2 designation command. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the effect control CPU 120 may be configured to count the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened and execute the fanning effect and the countdown effect described later.

Further, for example, when the relief time reduction counter is set (set "800") at the timing when the relief time is shortened and the relief time reduction is configured to be continuously generated, the relief time reduction is set to the first time. It is configured to send the relief time reduction number 1 specified command and the relief time reduction number 2 specified command only when the relief time is reduced, and when the relief time is reduced after the second time, the relief time reduction number 1 specified command and the relief time reduction number 2 specified command are sent. It may be configured not to.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag C indicating that the time saving state is controlled via the relief time saving is set (step 105IWS79). If the time saving flag C is set (that is, if the time saving state is via the relief time saving), the process proceeds to step 105IWS84. In this example, when the process of step 105IWS79 is executed and the time is shortened via the relief time reduction, the time reduction is not determined as it is without performing the subsequent time reduction determination processing of step 105IWS81. It is decided to.

In addition to the time saving state via the relief time saving, the time saving state may be uniformly determined not to be determined as the time saving state during the time saving state including the time saving state via the jackpot and the time saving state via the time saving loss. That is, not only when the time saving flag C is set, but also when the time saving flag A and the time saving flag B are set, the time saving deviation determination process after step 105IWS81 is uniformly prevented, and there is no time saving as it is. You may decide to make it out of the question.

Further, conversely, even during the time saving state via the relief time saving, the processing after step 105IWS81 may be executed so that the time saving deviation can be determined. Further, the same variation display may be configured so that both the relief time reduction and the time reduction deviation may occur. In this case, for example, it may be configured to give priority to the relief time reduction and control it to the time reduction state, or it may be configured to control the time reduction state to give priority to the time reduction deviation.

If the time saving flag C is not set (that is, the time saving state via the relief time saving is not set), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step 105IWS80). If the probability change flag is set (that is, if it is in the probability change state), the process proceeds to step 105IWS84. In this example, by executing the process of step 105IWS80, when the probability change state is in effect, it is determined that the time saving is lost as it is without performing the subsequent time saving deviation determination processing of step 105IWS81. 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 105 IWS81). 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).

When it is determined to be out of time (Y in step 105IWS82), the CPU 103 uses the type corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the random number for type determination stored in the random number buffer area (out of time A or out of time). B, time saving loss C) is determined as the type of time saving loss (step 105IWS83). 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 105 IWS84.

In step 105IWS83, the time saving type determination is performed using the type determination random number used in the jackpot type determination in step 105IWS65 and the common type determination random number. Furthermore, when the small hit type is also determined and the small hit type is also determined, a common type determination random number is used in the small hit type determination in addition to the large hit type determination and the time saving type determination. It may be configured to perform the determination process.

Next, the CPU 103 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type and the time saving type (step 105IWS84). In this case, for example, if it is decided to use the 10R jackpot A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "3", and if it is determined to be the 10R jackpot B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is set to "7". If it is decided that the time saving is out of A, the stop symbol of the special symbol is decided as "2", and if it is decided that the time saving is out of B, the stop symbol of the special symbol is "4". 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 set. Determined as "-". 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 105IWS85).

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 105IWS86).

(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, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step 105IWS1701). If the jackpot flag is set, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the relief time reduction counter is 0 (step 105IWS1701A). If the value of the relief time reduction counter is 0 (that is, if the variation results in a relief time reduction), the CPU 103 uses the variation for jackpot shown in FIG. 8-8 (J) as a table for determining the variation pattern. The pattern table J is selected (step 105IWS1701B). Further, if the value of the relief time reduction counter is not 0 (that is, the fluctuation does not result in the relief time reduction), the CPU 103 is used as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern for the jackpot shown in FIG. 8-7 (A). The variation pattern table A of (step 105IWS1702) is selected.

If the jackpot flag is not set (that is, if it is off), it is confirmed whether or not the value of the relief time reduction counter is 0 (step 105IWS1702A). If the value of the relief time reduction counter is 0 (that is, if the variation results in a relief time reduction), the CPU 103 uses the variation for jackpot shown in FIG. 8-8 (I) as a table for determining the variation pattern. The pattern table I is selected (step 105IWS1702B). Further, if the value of the relief time reduction counter is not 0 (that is, the fluctuation does not result in the relief time reduction), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the relief time reduction counter is 10 or less (step 105IWS1703). .. If the value of the relief time reduction counter is 10 or less (that is, if the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is reduced is 10 or less), the CPU 103 has a total hold storage counter value of 3 or less. Check if it is. In addition, not limited to the aspect shown in this example, for example, it may be configured to confirm whether or not the value of the first hold storage number counter or the second hold storage number counter is 3 or less.

If the value of the total pending storage counter is 3 or less (Y in step 105IWS1704), the CPU 103 serves as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern for the deviation immediately before the relief time reduction shown in FIG. 8-8 (F). The variation pattern table F of (step 105IWS1705) is selected. If the value of the total pending storage counter is 4 or more (N in step 105IWS1704), the CPU 103 serves as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern for the deviation immediately before the relief time reduction shown in FIG. 8-8 (G). The variation pattern table G of (step 105IWS1706) is selected.

If the value of the relief time reduction counter is not 10 or less (N in step 105IWS1703), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the probability change flag is set (step 105IWS1707). 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 (H) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. Select H (step 105IWS1708). However, in this case, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage counter, selects the variation pattern table H 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 105IWS1709). 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 105IWS1710). 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 105IWS1711). 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 loss in the time saving state controlled via the method is selected (step 105IWS1712). 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, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag C indicating that the time saving state is controlled via the relief time saving is set (step 105IWS1713). If the time saving flag C is set (that is, if the time saving state is controlled via the relief time saving), the CPU 103 uses the relief time saving as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern as shown in FIG. 8-8 (E). The variation pattern table E for the loss in the time saving state controlled via the method is selected (step 105IWS1714).

If the time saving flag C 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 105IWS1715).

Next, the CPU 103 is stored in the variation pattern table determined to be used in steps 105IWS1701B, S1702, S1702B, S1705, S1706, S1708, S1710, S1712, S1714, S1715, and the first special symbol determination buffer. Based on the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern, it is determined which of the fluctuation patterns shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8 is used (step 105IWS1716). 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 105IWS1717).

Further, when the fluctuation time (fluctuation pattern) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is determined in step 105IWS1716, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the fluctuation time timer and measures the fluctuation time. (Step 105IWS1718), 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 105IWS1719). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation processing (step 105IWS1720).

(Special symbol variation processing)
FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart 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, the big hit type determination result, and the time saving type if it has not been transmitted yet. Based on the determination result of, one of the display result designation commands (display result 1 designation command to display result 7 designation command) is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS1121).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step 105IWS1122), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step 105IWS1123), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is determined to be out of time (step). 105IWS1124). 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 105IWS85.

If it is determined that the time is out of time, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED 105IW10 (step 105IWS1125). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS1126).

By executing the process of step 105IWS1125, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed LED 105IW10 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 105IWS1127). 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 105IWS1128). 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 105IWS1129). 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 105 IWS1139.

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 105IWS1130). 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 105IWS1131). 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 105 IWS1139.

Unless it is determined to be out of time (N in step 105IWS1124), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the relief time reduction determination flag is set (step 105IWS1132). If the rescue time reduction determination flag is set, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED 105IW10 (step 105IWS1133). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS1134).

By executing the process of step 105IWS1133, in this example, when the relief time is shortened, the right-handed LED 105IW10 is started to light at the start of the symbol determination period.

Next, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to "20 seconds" in the symbol confirmation period timer for measuring the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (step 105IWS1135). 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 105IWS1136). 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 105 IWS1139.

If the relief time reduction determination flag is not set (N in step 105IWS1132), the CPU 103 sets the symbol confirmation period timer for measuring the confirmation display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol to "0.5". A value corresponding to "seconds" is set (step 105IWS1137). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation C designation command or the second symbol confirmation C designation command capable of specifying that the symbol confirmation period is 0.5 seconds to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS1138). .. 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 105 IWS1139.

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 105IWS1139).

(Special symbol stop processing)
8-16 and 8-17 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 105IWS131), and confirms whether or not the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 105IWS132). ..

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 105IWS133). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103, if set, counts the probability change flag, the time saving flag A, the time saving flag B, the time saving flag C, and the number of times of execution of the variation display during the time saving state. The time reduction counter is reset (step 105IWS134).

Next, the CPU 103 sets "800" in the relief time reduction counter (step 105IWS135). Therefore, in this example, when "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter triggered by the big hit, and even if the fluctuation display of 800 times is executed after the big hit game is completed, neither the next big hit nor the time reduction occurs. , The relief time will be shortened and the time will be controlled.

In this example, when a big hit is obtained by executing the process of step 105IWS135, "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter at the start of the fanfare period of the big hit to make an initial setting. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, "800" may be set in the relief time reduction counter during the round of the jackpot game, and "800" may be set in the relief time reduction counter at the start or end of the ending period of the jackpot game to make the initial setting. It may be configured as.

Next, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED 105IW10 (step 105IWS136). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS137).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS138). 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 105IWS139). 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 105IWS140).

If the jackpot flag is not set (N in step 105IWS133), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving end flag is set (step 105IWS141). If the time saving end flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the time saving end flag (step 105IWS142). Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the time saving flag C is set (step 105IWS143). If the time reduction flag C is set, the CPU 103 sets the relief time reduction counter to "800" (step 105IWS144).

In this example, as will be described later, when the relief time is shortened, the time reduction state is controlled to 800 times (see steps 105IWS172 and S173). By executing the processes of steps 105 IWS143 and S144, in this example, when the time reduction state is controlled with the relief time reduction as an opportunity, the variation display is executed 800 times without any big hit or time reduction deviation. With this as an opportunity, "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter. After that, if neither the next big hit nor the time saving loss occurs even after executing the fluctuation display 800 times, the second relief time is shortened and the time saving state is controlled.

Next, the CPU 103 resets any of the set time saving flags (any of the time saving flags A to C) and ends the time saving state (step 105IWS145). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS150.

If the time saving end flag is not set (N in step 105IWS141), the process proceeds to step 105IWS150.

Next, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed LED 105IW10 (step 105IWS150). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS151). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS152). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS153.

In this example, by executing the processes of steps 105IWS141 to S152, the time saving final variation shifts to the normal state at the end of the symbol determination period and ends the right-handed notification. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, in the time saving final fluctuation, the right-handed notification may be terminated by shifting to the normal state at the start of the fluctuation or the start of the symbol determination period.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is the case where the time reduction is decided (step 105IWS153). 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 105IWS85.

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 105IWS154). 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 105IWS155). (Step 105 IWS156). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

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 105IWS157) (step 105IWS158). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

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 105IWS159). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

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 105IWS160). Step 105 IWS161). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

If it is not the time reduction A, the CPU 103 sets "200" in the time reduction counter if it is the time reduction B (Y in step 105IWS162) (step 105IWS163). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

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 105IWS164). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS165.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag A if it is set (step 105IWS165). Further, the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag B and controls the time saving state (step 105IWS166).

Next, the CPU 103 sets "800" in the relief time reduction counter (step 105IWS167). Therefore, in this example, when "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter triggered by the time reduction loss, and even if the fluctuation display of 800 times is executed after the time reduction deviation, neither the next big hit nor the time reduction deviation occurs. , The relief time will be shortened and the time will be controlled.

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state B designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS168). Further, the CPU 103 controls an external device such as a hall computer to start external output of two jackpot signals (step 105IWS169).

By executing the processing of steps 105IWS166 and S168, in this example, when the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the time saving state is controlled at the end of the symbol confirmation period, and the time saving state B designation command is issued. By being transmitted, the background image can be switched according to the time saving state via the time saving deviation. Further, by executing the process of step 105IWS169, the external output of the big hit 2 signal is started at the end of the symbol determination period.

Unless it is determined to be out of time (N in step 105IWS153), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the relief time reduction determination flag is set (step 105IWS170). If the relief time reduction determination flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the relief time reduction determination flag (step 105IWS171) and sets the time reduction counter to "800" (step 105IWS172).

Next, the CPU 103 sets "800" in the relief time reduction counter (step 105IWS172A). Therefore, in this example, "800" is set in the relief time reduction counter when the relief time is shortened and the time is controlled to the time reduction state, and after the relief time is shortened and the time reduction state is controlled, the fluctuation display of 800 times is executed. However, if the next big hit does not occur, the relief time will be shortened again and the time will be controlled. That is, once the relief time is shortened and the time is controlled to the time reduction state, the time reduction state is continuously controlled unless a big hit occurs.

Further, the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag C and controls the time saving state (step 105IWS173). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state C designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS174).

In this example, the relief time reduction counter is not set only by controlling the time reduction state at the timing when the relief time is shortened, and then the relief time reduction is performed at the timing when the 800-time fluctuation display is finished and the relief time is controlled to the normal state. Although the case where the count counter is set (see step 105IWS144) is shown, the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, it may be configured to control the time reduction state at the timing when the relief time is shortened and to set the relief time reduction counter (set “800”). According to such a configuration, it is possible to continuously generate the relief time reduction, and once the relief time reduction occurs, the time reduction state can be continued until a big hit occurs.

Further, in this example, "800" is set when setting the relief time reduction counter, and the value of the relief time reduction counter is subtracted by 1 each time the fluctuation display is executed, and the value of the relief time reduction counter is "0". However, it is not limited to such a mode. For example, "0" is set when setting the relief time reduction counter, and the value of the relief time reduction counter is added by 1 each time the fluctuation display is executed, and the value of the relief time reduction counter becomes "800". Based on this, it may be configured to generate a reduction in relief time.

Further, in this example, when the relief time is shortened, a case is shown in which 20 seconds longer than usual is set as the symbol confirmation period to secure an effect period such as a mode transition effect, but the image display device is used during the symbol determination period. In 5, the decorative symbol may not be displayed, but only the small symbol may be displayed so that the small symbol is not concealed by the effecting object or the like.

Further, in this example, by executing the process of step 105IWS172, 800 times, which is the same as the number of fluctuations until the relief time reduction occurs, is set as the time reduction number, but it is limited to such a mode. Absent. For example, in step 105IWS172, a value larger than "800" may be set in the time reduction counter, or a value smaller than "800" may be set.

Further, in step 105IWS172, a plurality of types of values corresponding to the number of time reductions may be set in the time reduction counter. For example, when the relief time is shortened for the first time, "100" is set in the time reduction counter, and when the relief time is shortened for the second time, "800" is set in the time reduction counter. May be good.

Further, for example, a lottery process based on a random number may be performed to determine the number of time reductions, and in step 105IWS172, a value corresponding to the number of time reductions determined in the lottery process may be set in the time reduction counter. Good. In this case, for example, the number of time reductions may be determined to be 100 times with a probability of 10% and 800 times with a probability of 90%. When the number of time reductions is determined by lottery processing, the number of time reductions may be determined by using the type determination random number used for determining the jackpot type and the time reduction type, or the number of time reductions may be determined using a dedicated random number. You may.

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 105IWS175).

(External output signal)
FIG. 8-18 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an external output signal output externally from the pachinko gaming machine 1. As shown in FIG. 8-18, in this example, a jackpot 1 signal, a jackpot 2 signal, a jackpot 3 signal, a jackpot 4 signal, and a fluctuation stop signal are output as external output signals. Of these, the jackpot 1 signal is a signal that is output externally during the jackpot game. Further, the jackpot 2 signal is a signal that is output externally during the jackpot game and the time saving state. Further, the jackpot 3 signals are signals that are output externally during the symbol determination period that is out of time. Further, the jackpot 4 signals are signals that are output externally during the symbol determination period of the variation display in which the relief time is shortened. The fluctuation stop signal is a signal that is output externally at the start of the symbol determination period.

In this example, in addition to the case where the game is shifted to the time saving state at the end of the big hit game, the time saving out-of-time symbol may be derived and displayed even when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed. At the end of the symbol determination period, the external output of the jackpot 2 signal is started (see step 105IWS169).

The big hit 3 signal and the big hit 4 signal may be configured to be output not only during the symbol determination period but also during the big hit game. Further, in this example, a case where different external output signals (3 big hit signals and 4 big hit signals) are output for the case where the time reduction is missed and the case where the relief time is shortened is shown, but the external output signal for both purposes is shown. May be configured to output.

Further, the big hit 3 signal and the big hit 4 signal may be configured to be output at a timing after the fluctuation stop signal during the symbol determination period is output.

Further, the jackpot 3 signals may be configured to be continuously output even during the time saving state via the time saving deviation. Further, the jackpot 4 signals may be configured to be continuously output even during the time saving state via the relief time saving. With such a configuration, it is possible to preferably discriminate the type of the time saving even in the time saving state.

FIG. 8-19 is a flowchart showing a jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) executed before each round in the jackpot game. In the big hit opening pre-processing, the CPU 103 sets the value of the big winning opening pre-opening timer to -1 (step 105IWS1401). When the timer before opening the large winning opening times out (the value of the timer before opening the large winning opening is 0) (step 105IWS1402), the CPU 103 initializes the winning number counter (step 105IWS1403). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to 0. Further, the CPU 103 adds 1 to the value of the round number counter (step 105IWS1405).

Next, the CPU 103 controls the probability variation region to the open state when the starting round is eight rounds (step 105IWS1410A, S1410B).

Next, the CPU 103 sets the opening time according to the jackpot type and the round in the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the winning opening (step 105IWS1409). Then, the large winning opening is controlled to be in an open state (step 105IWS1410C). Specifically, the solenoid 82 is driven to control the large winning opening in an open state.

Next, the CPU 103 sets the value of the current round number counter in the EXT data, and controls the effect control board 12 to transmit the designated command during the opening of the winning opening (step 105IWS1411).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the process during jackpot opening (step 105IWS306) (step S115).

FIG. 8-20 is a flowchart showing the process during jackpot opening (step S115). In the process of opening the jackpot, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the probability variation region switch for detecting the winning of the game ball in the probability variation region is turned on, that is, whether or not the winning of the game ball in the probability variation region is detected. The determination is made (step 105IWS1450A), and if it is not turned on, the process proceeds to step 105IWS1451. If the probability variation region switch is turned on, control is performed to transmit the probability variation region winning designation command to the effect control board 12 (step 105IWS1450B). It should be noted that, at a timing other than the round in which the winning of the game ball in the probabilistic region may occur, even if the probabilistic region switch is turned on, the winning of the game ball in the probabilistic region may be invalidated. .. For example, even if it is Y in step 105IWS1450A, if it is a round other than 8 rounds in 10R jackpots A and B (round number counter = 1 to 7, 9, 10), step 105IWS1450B may not be performed.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not it is the closing timing of the probability variation region (step 105IWS1450C), and if it is not the closing timing, the process proceeds to step 105IWS1451. If it is the closing timing, the probability variation region is controlled to the closed state (step 105IWS1450D). The closing timing of the probability variation region is 0.1 seconds after the start of the 8-round round game for the 10R jackpot A, and after the start of the 8-round round game for the 10R jackpot B. 10 seconds later.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the detection signal from the count switch has been input (step 105IWS1451). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the detection signal from the count switch 23 has been input. Then, when the count switch 23 is turned on, that is, when a game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening is detected (Y in step 105IWS1451), the value of the winning number counter is incremented by 1 (step 105IWS1452). Then, when the value of the winning number counter after addition becomes 10 (step 105IWS1453), the CPU 103 shifts to step 105IWS1459.

If the value of the winning number counter is less than 10, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the opening / closing time timer (step 105IWS1454) and confirms whether or not the opening / closing time timer has timed out (step 105IWS1455). If the open / close time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is. If the open / close time timer has timed out, the process proceeds to step 105IWS1459.

In step 105IWS1459, the CPU 103 controls the large winning opening to be closed (step 105IWS1459), and proceeds to step 105IWS1460. Specifically, the drive of the solenoid 82 is stopped to control the large winning opening in a closed state.

When the process proceeds to step 105 IWS1460, the CPU 103 performs a process for ending the round. Specifically, the CPU 103 first sets the value of the current round number counter in the EXT data, and controls the effect control board 12 to transmit a designated command after opening the large winning opening (step 105IWS1460).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release post-processing (step 105IWS305) (step 105IWS1465).

If the final round is completed (Y in step 105IWS1461), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot end processing (step 105IWS307) (step S116).

(Big hit end processing)
FIG. 8-21 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 105IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 105IWS535. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the jackpot flag (step 105IWS532) and controls transmission of the jackpot end designation command (step 105IWS533). Then, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time (big hit end display time) in which the big hit end display is performed in the image display device 5 in the big hit end display timer (step 105IWS534), and performs the process. finish.

In step 105 IWS535, 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 105IWS536). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 105IWS536), the CPU 103 sets the time saving flag A and controls the time saving state (step 105IWS537).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the game ball has passed through the probability variation region in the jackpot game state (step 105IWS538). Specifically, when the game ball passes through the probability variation area, a flag indicating that the game ball has passed through the probability variation area is set, and here, if the flag is set, the game ball moves through the probability variation area. On the other hand, if the flag is not set, it is determined that the game ball has not passed through the probability variation region. When it is determined that the game ball has passed through the probability change area in the jackpot game state, the CPU 103 sets the probability change flag to shift the game state to the probability change state (step 105IWS541), and resets the value of the time reduction counter to 0. (Step 105 IWS542). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the probability change state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS543). Then, the process proceeds to step step 105 IWS544.

Further, if the game ball has not passed through the probability variation region in the jackpot game state, the CPU 103 sets "100" in the time reduction counter (step 105IWS539). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the time saving state A designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 105IWS540).

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 105IWS544).

(State transition)
Next, the state transition in the feature unit 105IW will be described. FIG. 8-22 is a state transition diagram for explaining the state transition in the feature unit 105IW. As shown in FIG. 8-22, in the normal state, when the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball passes through the probability variation region, the probability variation state is controlled (see step 105IWS541), and when the 10R jackpot A occurs, the probability variation state is controlled. Alternatively, when the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball does not pass through the probability variation region, it is controlled to the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) (see steps 105IWS537 to S539). Further, in the normal state, even if the symbol is out of time, it is controlled to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving deviation) when the time saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed (see step 105IWS166). Furthermore, even if the time is lost, the number of fluctuations has reached 800 times without the next big hit or time saving loss occurring after the RAM clear processing or after the big hit or time saving loss. In the case), it is controlled to the time saving state C (time saving state via the relief time saving) (see step 105IWS173).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when a 10R jackpot B is generated and the game ball passes through the probability variation region in the probability variation state, the probability variation state is controlled again (see step 105IWS541), and the 10R jackpot A is generated. If this is the case, or if the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball does not pass through the probability variation region, it is controlled to the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) (see steps 105IWS537 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 105IWS80), and the relief time is not shortened.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when the 10R jackpot B is generated and the game ball passes through the probability variation region in the time saving state A, the probability variation state is controlled (see step 105IWS541), and the 10R jackpot A is generated. If this happens, or if the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball does not pass through the probability variation region, the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) is controlled again (see steps 105IWS537 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 105IWS166). Further, in the time saving state A, when the fluctuation display of 100 times is completed without the occurrence of a big hit, it is controlled to the normal state (see steps 105IWS66 to S69 and S145). On the other hand, there is no case where the relief time is shortened in the time saving state A.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when the 10R jackpot B is generated and the game ball passes through the probability variation region in the time saving state B, the probability variation state is controlled (see step 105IWS541), and the 10R jackpot A is generated. If this is the case, or if the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball does not pass through the probability variation region, it is controlled to the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) (see steps 105IWS537 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 105IWS166). 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, it is controlled to the normal state (see steps 105IWS66 to S69 and S145). 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 105IWS160 and S161). On the other hand, there is no case where the relief time is shortened in the time saving state B.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when the 10R jackpot B is generated and the game ball passes through the probability variation region in the time saving state C, the probability variation state is controlled (see step 105IWS541), and the 10R jackpot A is generated. If this is the case, or if the 10R jackpot B occurs and the game ball does not pass through the probability variation region, it is controlled to the time saving state A (time saving state via the jackpot) (see steps 105IWS537 to S539). On the other hand, in the time saving state C, the time saving out-of-time symbol is not derived and displayed (see Y in step 105IWS79), and the relief time is not shortened. Further, in the time saving state C, when the fluctuation display of 800 times is completed without the occurrence of a big hit, the time saving state C is controlled again (see step 105IWS173).

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 big hit occurs in the time saving state B and the game ball does not win a prize in the probability variation region, the case where the game ball uniformly shifts to the time saving state A is shown, but only in such a control mode. I can't. For example, compare the remaining number of times of the current time reduction with the number of time reductions corresponding to the case where the game ball does not win in the probability variation area (100 times in this example), and the remaining number of times of the current time reduction is larger. For example, the current time saving state B may be continued as it is.

Further, in this example, a case is shown in which the time saving out-of-time symbol is not derived and displayed in the time saving state C (see Y in step 105IWS79), but the present invention is not limited to such a mode, for example. , Even in the time saving state C, it may be configured so that it can be determined that the time saving is out.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. 8-23 to 8-24 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 105IWS611). 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 105IWS612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 105IWS613). 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 105IWS614), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 105IWS615). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 105IWS616).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step 105IWS617), 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 105IWS618). ).

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 (B designation command, second symbol confirmation C designation command) (step 105IWS619), the effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation command reception flag corresponding to the received symbol confirmation designation command (step 105IWS620). 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.

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (step 105IWS621), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 105IWS622). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 105IWS623), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 105IWS624).

If the received effect control command is a rescue time reduction 1 designation command (step 105IWS625), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received relief time reduction 1 designation command to the relief time reduction 1 designation command storage area formed in the RAM 122. Store in (step 105IWS626).

If the received effect control command is a rescue time reduction 2 designation command (step 105IWS627), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received relief time reduction 2 designation command to the relief time reduction 2 designation command storage area formed in the RAM 122. Store in (step 105IWS628).

If the received effect control command is a recovery time reduction time reduction command (step 105IWS629), the effect control CPU 120 reaches the relief time reduction in the image display device 5 based on the received recovery time reduction number designation command. Control is performed to display the initial result according to the number of times (step 105IWS630). For example, when the EXT data of the received recovery time reduction command is "01 (H)" (when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is reduced is 100 or less), the initial result is "112". Is displayed, suggesting that the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less. Further, for example, when the EXT data of the received recovery time reduction command is "02 (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 101 times or more and 200 times or less), the initial stage. "223" is displayed as a result, suggesting that the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 101 times or more and 200 times or less. Further, for example, when the EXT data of the received recovery time reduction command is "08 (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 701 or more and 800 or less), the initial "889" is displayed as a result, suggesting that the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 701 or more and 800 or less.

It should be noted that not only when the initial result suggesting the number of remaining fluctuations is displayed at the time of power restoration, for example, in the first fluctuation display after power restoration, a display suggesting the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is displayed. , A combination of symbols suggesting the number of remaining fluctuations may be displayed. Further, for example, after the power is restored, a display suggesting the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened or a combination of symbols suggesting the remaining number of fluctuations is displayed within 1 to 100 fluctuations after the power is restored. The suggestion display may be configured at a relatively early stage.

If the received effect control command is a normal state specification command (step 105IWS631), 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 105IWS632).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state A designation command (step 105IWS633), 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 105IWS634).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state B designation command (step 105IWS635), 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 105IWS636).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state C designation command (step 105IWS637), the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image (for example, a time saving state via the relief time saving) in the image display device 5. Control is performed to switch to the orange background image according to the mandarin orange field mode (step 105IWS638).

In this example, by executing the processes of steps 105IWS633 to S638, even in the same time saving state, which of the time saving state via the jackpot, the time saving state via the time saving loss, and the time saving state via the relief time saving is performed. Display different background images depending on.

Not limited to the mode shown in this example, the common background image is displayed regardless of whether the time saving state is via the jackpot, the time saving state via the time saving loss, or the time saving state via the relief time saving. It may be configured. For example, a common background image may be displayed in step 105IW634, step 105IWS636, and step 105IWS638, and a common background image may be displayed in the time saving state via the jackpot, the time saving state via the time saving loss, and the time saving state via the relief time saving. It may be configured as.

If the received effect control command is a probability change state specification command (step 105IWS639), 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 105IWS640).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification start designation command (step 105IWS641), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start lighting the right-handed notification LED 105IW20 (step 105IWS642). 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 or the relief time is shortened (see step 105IWS1126, S1134). At the start of the symbol determination period, the right-handed notification LED 105IW20 is turned on.

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification end designation command (step 105IWS643), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed notification LED 105IW20 (step 105IWS644).

If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demo designation command (step 105IWS644A), the effect control CPU 120 starts a customer waiting timer for use in controlling the customer waiting demo effect (step 105IWS644B).

The customer waiting demo designation command is a command output from the main board 11 when there is no hold storage at the end of the symbol confirmation period or the end of the jackpot.

In addition, the customer waiting demo designation command is a command that is output even when the power is turned on (in both cases when the ram clear is performed and when the power is restored). When the set value is changed or confirmed when the power is turned on, for example, the transition to the setting change mode in which the set value can be changed by the game machine administrator (for example, a game clerk) or the game machine administrator (for example) , The game clerk) shifts to the setting confirmation mode in which the setting value can be confirmed, the setting value command is transmitted at the end of each mode, and then the customer waiting demo designation command is transmitted. It should be noted that the transmission of the customer waiting demo designation command at the time of restoration of the power failure and at the end of the setting confirmation mode does not change the special symbol, the hold memory is not stored, and the big hit game state and the small hit game state. It may be performed when neither of the above is the case.

In the feature unit 105IW, the telop display effect and the demo movie effect can be executed as the customer waiting demo effect. The telop display effect is an effect of displaying a telop display area in the lower right and upper left areas of the image display device 5, and scrolling and displaying character information such as "relief time reduction mounted" in the telop display area. Further, the demo movie effect is an effect of reproducing and displaying a predetermined moving image (demo movie) on the entire surface of the image display device 5. In addition, the telop display effect and the demo movie effect may be overlapped, and in that case, the display of the telop display area is displayed on the front side of the demo movie.

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 105 IWS645). ). 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 105 IWS611.

(Customer waiting demo production control process)
FIG. 8-25 is a flowchart showing a customer waiting demo effect control process. The customer waiting demo effect control process is a process performed after step S161 in the effect control process process and before steps S170 to S177. That is, the customer waiting demo effect control process is a process performed every time the effect control process process is performed. In the customer waiting demo effect control process, the effect control CPU 120 performs a telop display execution lottery process for determining whether or not to execute the telop display effect when 10 seconds have passed after receiving the customer waiting demo designation command. (Y, S251 of step 105 IWS250). Specifically, the presence or absence of execution of the telop display effect is determined by using the telop display execution lottery table according to the set value.

8-26 (A) and 8-26 (B) are explanatory views showing a telop display execution lottery table. The telop display execution lottery table is assigned a judgment value corresponding to whether or not the telop display effect is executed for each remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened. However, in the examples shown in FIGS. 8-26 (A) and (B). , The percentage of the assigned determination values is shown for the sake of brevity. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for the telop display execution lottery, and determines a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

FIG. 8-26 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a telop display execution lottery table used when the set value “1” is set. FIG. 8-26 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing a telop display execution lottery table used when the set value “6” is set. The illustration of the telop display execution lottery table used when the set values "2" to "5" are set is omitted.

When the telop display execution lottery table (set value "1") shown in FIG. 8-26 (A) is used, when the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more, the telop display effect is executed 30%. It is decided at the ratio of 70% that the telop display effect is not executed. When the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is determined at a rate of 40% that the telop display effect is executed, and at a rate of 60% that the telop display effect is not executed. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 50% that the telop display effect is executed, and that the telop display effect is not executed at a rate of 50%.

When the telop display execution lottery table (set value "6") shown in FIG. 8-26 (B) is used, when the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more, the telop display effect is executed 60%. It is decided at the ratio of 40% that the telop display effect is not executed. When the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is determined at a rate of 70% that the telop display effect is executed, and at a rate of 30% that the telop display effect is not executed. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 80% that the telop display effect is executed, and at a rate of 20% that the telop display effect is not executed.

As described above, the telop display effect is executed at a higher rate when the set value "6" is set than when the set value "1" is set. As a result, the player can predict the set value based on the execution frequency of the telop display effect.

In addition, the smaller the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened, the higher the telop display effect is executed. As a result, the player can predict the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened based on the execution frequency of the telop display effect.

The remaining number of times until the relief time reduction can be specified by the relief time reduction number 2 designation command. That is, before the command for specifying the number of relief time 2 indicating that the relief time is reduced to 200 is received, a lottery is performed assuming that the remaining number of times until the relief time is 201 or more, and the relief time is reduced to 200 times. Relief time reduction number 2 indicating that there is a remaining number of times until the relief time reduction is received after the specified command is received and before the relief time reduction number 2 designation command indicating that the relief time is reduced to 100 times is received. Is 101 or more and 200 or less, and a lottery is performed. After receiving the rescue time reduction number 2 designation command indicating that the relief time is 100 times, the lottery is performed assuming that the remaining number of times until the relief time is 100 or less. I do.

When it is decided to execute the telop display effect, the effect control CPU 120 performs a telop display mode determination lottery process for determining the effect mode of the telop display effect (step 105IWS253). Specifically, the effect mode of the telop display effect is determined by using the telop display mode determination lottery table according to the set value.

8-26 (C) and 8-26 (D) are explanatory views showing a telop display mode determination lottery table. The telop display mode determination lottery table is assigned judgment values corresponding to the telop display effect effect mode (color of the frame of the telop display area, blue, red) for each remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened. FIG. In the examples shown in −26 (C) and −26 (C) and (D), the ratio of the assigned determination values is shown for the sake of simplicity. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for telop display mode determination lottery, and determines a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

FIG. 8-26 (C) is an explanatory diagram showing a telop display mode determination lottery table used when the set value “1” is set. FIG. 8-26 (D) is an explanatory diagram showing a telop display mode determination lottery table used when the set value “6” is set. The illustration of the telop display mode determination lottery table used when the set values "2" to "5" are set is omitted.

When the telop display mode determination lottery table (set value "1") shown in FIG. 8-26 (C) is used, the color of the frame of the telop display area is red when the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more. It is determined at a rate of 40% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue at a rate of 60%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is decided at a rate of 70% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue. Is determined at a rate of 30%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 80% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue 20. Determined at a rate of%.

When the telop display mode determination lottery table (set value "6") shown in FIG. 8-26 (D) is used, the color of the frame of the telop display area is red when the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more. It is determined at a rate of 70% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue at a rate of 30%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is decided at a rate of 80% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue. Is determined at a rate of 20%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 90% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue. Determined at a rate of%.

In this way, the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red at a higher rate when the set value "6" is set than when the set value "1" is set. ing. As a result, the player can predict the set value depending on the effect mode of the telop display effect.

Further, in this way, the smaller the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened, the higher the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red. Thereby, the player can predict the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened depending on the production mode of the telop display effect.

After that, the effect control CPU 120 starts a telop display effect that displays the telop display area of the determined mode (step 105IWS254).

Further, the effect control CPU 120 starts displaying the demo movie when 3 minutes have passed after receiving the customer waiting demo designation command (Y, S256 in step 105 IWS255).

Regarding the telop display and demo movie display displayed here, the display ends based on the fact that the game ball passes through the start port, the next fluctuation is started, or the player's operation is detected. It is something to do.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-27 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 105IWS801). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays a decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 105IWS801 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 105IWS802). That is, by executing the process of step 105IWS802 by the effect control CPU 120, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the decorative symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variable pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. A display result determining means for determining a symbol) is realized. When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 120, in step 105IWS802, has a chance pattern symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. , A combination of a jackpot symbol that does not reach but one symbol is out of alignment) is also determined. The effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 105IWS802, 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 105 IWS802, when the received display result designation command indicates "10R jackpot A", the effect control CPU 120 has three decorative symbols with the same even-numbered symbols as stop symbols. (10R jackpot A symbol) is determined. When the received display result specification command indicates "10R jackpot B", the effect control CPU 120 is a combination of decorative symbols in which three symbols are the same odd-numbered symbols as stop symbols (10R jackpot B symbol). To determine.

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, a stop symbol that reminds us of a miss is called a missed symbol.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 performs a notice effect setting process for setting a notice effect indicating the reliability of controlling the jackpot game state (step 105IWS802A). Specifically, in the advance notice effect setting process, it is determined whether or not the advance notice effect is executed by using the advance notice effect execution lottery table (see FIGS. 8-28 (A) and (B)) according to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. If it is decided to execute the advance notice effect, the advance notice effect mode determination lottery table (see FIGS. 8-28 (C) and (D)) according to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is used. , The effect mode of the advance notice effect to be executed is determined, and the execution of the advance notice effect of the determined effect mode is set. Although not shown, the process table including the advance notice set here is selected in steps 105IWS804, S806, and S807, which will be described later.

8-28 (A) and 8-28 (B) are explanatory views showing a notice effect execution lottery table. In the notice effect execution lottery table, judgment values corresponding to the presence or absence of execution of the notice effect are assigned to each variable display result (big hit, miss), and examples shown in FIGS. 8-28 (A) and (B). In, for the sake of brevity, the percentage of the assigned determination values is shown. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for the advance notice effect execution lottery, and determines a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

FIG. 8-28 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a notice effect execution lottery table used when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is greater than 10. FIG. 8-26 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing a notice effect execution lottery table used when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less.

When the notice effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 8-28 (A) (remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened> 10) is used, if the variable display result is a big hit, the advance notice effect is executed 70%. It is decided at a rate, and it is decided at a rate of 30% that the advance notice effect is not executed. If the variable display result is out of alignment, it is determined at a rate of 10% that the advance notice effect is executed, and at a rate of 90% that the advance notice effect is not executed.

When the notice effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 8-28 (B) (remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened ≤ 10) is used, if the variable display result is a big hit, the advance notice effect is executed 70%. It is decided at a rate, and it is decided at a rate of 30% that the advance notice effect is not executed. If the variable display result is out of alignment, it is determined at a rate of 1% that the advance notice effect is executed, and at a rate of 99% that the advance notice effect is not executed.

In this way, the jackpot fluctuation is configured to be easier to execute the advance notice effect than the case where the jackpot fluctuation is an out-of-order fluctuation.

Further, in this way, when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is 10 or less, the warning effect is given when the variable display result is out of alignment than when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is greater than 10. The configuration is such that the rate of execution is low. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest during the period when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less.

8-28 (C) and 8-28 (D) are explanatory views showing a notice production mode determination lottery table. The lottery table for determining the mode of advance notice is assigned a judgment value corresponding to the mode of effect of the notice effect (color of the character to be displayed, blue, red) for each variable display result (big hit, missed). In the examples shown in 28 (C) and 28 (D), the ratio of the assigned determination values is shown for the sake of simplification of the explanation. The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for the advance notice effect mode determination lottery, and determines a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned.

FIG. 8-28 (C) is an explanatory diagram showing a notice effect mode determination lottery table used when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is greater than 10. FIG. 8-28 (D) is an explanatory diagram showing a notice effect mode determination lottery table used when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less.

When the lottery table for determining the mode of the advance notice effect shown in FIG. 8-26 (C) is used, if the variable display result is a big hit, red is determined at a rate of 70% as the color of the character displayed in the advance notice effect. , Blue is determined at a rate of 30% as the color of the character displayed in the advance notice effect. If the variable display result is out of order, red is determined at a rate of 10% as the color of the character displayed in the notice effect, and blue is determined at a rate of 90% as the color of the character displayed in the notice effect.

When the lottery table for determining the mode of the advance notice effect shown in FIG. 8-26 (D) is used, if the variable display result is a big hit, red is determined at a rate of 70% as the color of the character displayed in the advance notice effect. , Blue is determined at a rate of 30% as the color of the character displayed in the advance notice effect. If the variable display result is out of order, red is determined at a rate of 1% as the color of the character displayed in the notice effect, and blue is determined at a rate of 99% as the color of the character displayed in the notice effect.

In this way, red is more likely to be selected as the color of the character displayed in the advance notice effect than in the case where the jackpot fluctuation is an out-of-order fluctuation.

Further, in this way, when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is 10 or less, the color of the character is different when the variable display result is out of alignment than when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is greater than 10. Red is easy to select as. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest during the period when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, or 700 (step). 105IWS803). Whether or not the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 100 times, 200 times, 300 times, 400 times, 500 times, 600 times, or 700 times is determined by, for example, a command for specifying the relief time reduction number 2. It can be determined by confirming whether or not it has been received.

If the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 100 times, 200 times, 300 times, 400 times, 500 times, 600 times, or 700 times, the effect control CPU 120 has the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. A process table including a fanning effect according to the number of fluctuations is selected (step 105IWS804). For example, when the EXT data of the received rescue time reduction 2 specified command is "01 (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is reduced is 100), the remaining number of fluctuations is set to "100". Select the process table that contains the corresponding fanning effect. Further, for example, when the EXT data of the received rescue time reduction number 2 designation command is "07 (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 700), the remaining number of fluctuations is "800 times". Select a process table that includes a fanning effect according to. Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS808.

If the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is not 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, or 700, the effect control CPU 120 is used until the relief time is shortened. It is confirmed whether or not the remaining number of fluctuations is 10 or less (step 105IWS805). To check whether the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less, for example, check whether the value of the EXT data of the received rescue time reduction 1 designation command is 10 or less. It can be judged by doing.

If the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 or less, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table including a countdown effect and an effect effect according to the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. (Step 105 IWS806). For example, when the EXT data of the received rescue time reduction 1 specified command is "0A (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is reduced is 10), the count number until the relief time is reduced " Select a process table that includes a countdown effect according to "10". Further, for example, when the EXT data of the received rescue time reduction 1 designation command is "01 (H)" (when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 1), the count until the relief time is shortened. Select a process table that includes a countdown effect according to the number "1". Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS808.

In this example, the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is determined based on the EXT data of the relief time reduction number 1 designated command and the relief time reduction number 2 designated command, and the fanning effect or the countdown effect is executed. Although shown, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, when the background specification command for specifying the background image is configured to be transmitted, the EXT data of the background specification command is configured to be set with a value corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened and transmitted. You may. Then, the effect control CPU 120 side may be configured to determine the remaining number of fluctuations based on the EXT data of the received background designation command and execute the fanning effect or the countdown effect.

Further, in this example, when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 times or less, the super reach effect is not executed (FIGS. 8-8 (F), (G)). (Refer to), if it is specified that the remaining number of fluctuations is 10 or less based on the rescue time reduction number 1 designation command, etc., the advance notice effect is not executed (only the advance notice effect with high expectation is not executed). It may be configured as follows. Further, when the pre-reading notice effect is configured to be executable, the pre-reading notice effect may not be executed either.

Further, in this example, even if the number of fluctuations in the relief time is reached, if the jackpot fluctuation occurs, the same fluctuation pattern for the jackpot as usual is used, but only in such a mode. Instead, the variation display may be executed using a variation pattern that specifies a reach effect with a short variation time.

Further, in this example, if the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 10 times or less, the effect effect of displaying the effect image on the image display device 5 is performed. For example, the smaller the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened, the wider the display range of the effect image on the image display device 5 is to perform the effect effect.

If the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is not 10 or less (N in step 105IWS805), the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step 105IWS807). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS808.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 105IWS808).

The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (effect component) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of a collection of a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Specifically, data related to the change of the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. Further, in the process timer set value, the fluctuation time in the mode of the fluctuation is set. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table and controls the display control to display the decorative symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data only for the time set in the process timer set value. Further, the process table is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

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

Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 105IWS809). 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 the feature unit 105IW, 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 105IWS810).

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 105IWS811).

(Variable display during production processing)
8-29 and 8-30 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 105IWS841) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 105IWS842). When the process timer times out (step 105IWS843), 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 105IWS844). 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 105IWS845).

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 105IWS846). 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 105IWS847). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 105IWS848). 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 105IWS849). 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 105IWS850). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS862.

In this example, when the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command is received, the time reduction may be delayed or the relief time may be shortened during the normal state. However, in step 105IWS847, when the time reduction is lost during the normal state, the process table corresponding to the mode transition effect for the time reduction deviation and the right-handed notification is selected, and when the relief time is shortened, the relief time is shortened. Select the process table according to the mode transition effect and right-handed notification. Whether or not the first symbol confirmation A designation command or the second symbol confirmation A designation command is received as the relief time is shortened is determined by, for example, the EXT data of the received relief time reduction number 1 designation command being "00 ( It can be determined by confirming whether or not it is "H)".

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 105 IWS851). 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 the process table according to the continuation effect (the effect of notifying that the time saving state continues). (Step 105 IWS852). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 105IWS853). 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 105IWS854). 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 105IWS855). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS862.

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 105 IWS 856). 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 105IWS858.

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 fluctuation time timer has timed out (step 105IWS857). 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 105IWS856), or when the fluctuation time timer has timed out (Y in step 105IWS857), the effect control CPU 120 is normally used. Select the process table according to the symbol confirmation display of (step 105IWS858). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 105IWS859). 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 105IWS860). 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 105IWS861). Then, the process proceeds to step 105 IWS862.

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 105IWS857), the process shifts to the processing after step 105IWS858 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 105IWS857 and the process does not shift to the processing after step 105IWS858.

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 105IWS862).

(Waiting processing per special figure)
FIG. 8-31 is a flowchart showing a 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 105IWS871), and confirms whether or not the value of the fixed effect period timer after the subtraction has timed out (step 105IWS871). Step 105 IWS872). Final effect period after subtraction If the timer value has not timed out, the process timer value is subtracted by 1 (step 105IWS873), 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 105IWS874).

Further, when the process timer times out (step 105IWS875), the effect control CPU 120 switches the process data (step 105IWS876). 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 105IWS878). 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 confirmed and displayed, the effect control CPU 120 controls to stop and display the determined stop symbol (missing symbol (no time reduction), time saving deviation symbol, jackpot symbol) (step 105IWS879). ).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 105IWS879 (Y in step 105IWS880), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot stop flag indicating that the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 105IWS881). 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). 105IWS882). 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 105IWS883). 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 105IWS622) 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 105IWS884). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the big hit medium effect including the mode transition effect (the effect of notifying the transition to the probability change state (probability change mode) or the time reduction state (time reduction mode)) and the right-handed notification. (Step 105 IWS885). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 105IWS886), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 105IWS887).

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 105IWS888).

If the jackpot stop flag is not set (that is, when the missed symbol (no time reduction) or the missed symbol is stopped and displayed), the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to the variable display start wait process. The value is updated according to (step S170) (step 105IWS889).

(Direction execution timing)
Next, the execution timing of the effect when executing the variable display that shortens the relief time will be described. FIG. 8-32 is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of the effect when the variable display that shortens the relief time is executed. As shown in FIG. 8-32, in the variation display (see steps 105IWS74 and S75) in which the value of the relief time reduction counter becomes 0 at the start of the variation display and the relief time is shortened, the variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is ended. When the missed symbol (no time reduction) is stopped and displayed, the missing symbol (no time reduction) is confirmed and displayed over the symbol confirmation period of 20 seconds (see step 078IWS1135). Further, during the symbol determination period, as shown in FIGS. 8-32, 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. 8-32 (see step 078IWS847). Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the process shifts to the time saving state C, and as shown in FIG. 8-32, in the image display device 5, the background image corresponding to the time saving state C (time saving state via the relief time saving) (this example). Then, it can be switched to the orange display color background image) (see step 078IWS638).

(Production example)
Next, a specific example of the effect mode up to the transition to the time saving state C, which is the relief time saving, will be described. 8-33 to 8-36 are explanatory views for explaining a specific example of the effect mode until the state shifts to the time saving state. In addition, in FIGS. 8-33 to 8-36, the effect screens transition in the order of (A), (B), and (C).

As shown in FIG. 8-33 (A), the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is displayed every 100 rotations when the symbol is stopped. In this example, in the image display device 5, the decorative symbol 105IW100 is displayed in the center of the screen, and the small symbol 105IW101 is displayed in the upper right. Then, for example, it is assumed that the decorative symbol 105IW100 and the small symbol 105IW101 are stopped and the detached symbol (in this example, the combination of the symbols of "134") is derived and displayed when the remaining 700 rotations until the transition to the relief time reduction. At this time, the remaining rotation speed display 105IW102 is displayed in the upper left corner, saying "Relief time reduction starts with 700 rotations left!". At this time, the explanation of the effect of shortening the relief time is displayed at the lower part of the screen by the telop display 105IW103.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-33 (B), for example, when there are 600 rotations remaining until the transition to the relief time reduction, the decorative symbol 105IW100 and the small symbol 105IW101 stop and the symbol is off (in this example, "423"). (Combination of symbols) is derived and displayed. At this time, similarly to FIG. 8-33 (A), the remaining rotation speed display 105IW102 is displayed in the upper left, which says "Relief time reduction starts with 600 rotations left!". At this time, the explanation of the effect of shortening the relief time is displayed at the lower part of the screen by the telop display 105IW103.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 (A) and 8-33 (B), a case is shown in which a fanning effect suggesting the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is executed every 100 fluctuations. It is not limited to such an aspect. For example, when the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened is 400 to 700 times, the fanning effect is not executed, and when the remaining number of times is 300 times or less (hence, the remaining number of times is 300 times, 200 times, 100 times), the fanning effect is performed. It may be configured to run.

In addition, instead of always executing the fanning effect when the remaining number of fluctuations is reached, for example, when a command for specifying the number of times of relief time 2 is received, a lottery process based on a random number is performed and it is decided to execute the fanning effect. It may be configured to execute the fanning effect in the manner shown in FIGS. 8-33 (A) and (B). Further, in this case, it is desirable to configure so that the execution rate of the fanning effect increases as the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened decreases.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 (C) to 8-34 (E), after 10 rotations remaining until the transition to the relief time reduction, the decorative symbol 105IW100 is not displayed when the symbol is stopped, and only the small symbol 105IW101 is displayed. Is displayed, and the countdown display 105IW104 according to the remaining rotation speed is displayed in the center of the screen. For example, in the countdown display 105IW104, a state of counting down from "10" to "1" is displayed every time the fluctuation display of the symbol ends and the symbol stops. It should be noted that each figure shows an example in which out-of-order symbols (in this example, a combination of symbols of "653", "844", "278", and "216") are derived and displayed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 (C) to 8-34 (E), after 10 rotations remaining until the transition to the relief time reduction, the effect image of the display range corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time reduction is displayed. In addition to the displayed effect effect, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 (F) to 8-34 (H), when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is 0 is 0, the time reduction rush effect is performed. Then, the symbol is stopped and the out-of-order symbol (in this example, the combination of the symbols of "254") is derived and displayed. At this time, the decorative symbol may not be displayed, and the out-of-order symbol may be displayed only in the small symbol.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (I), when the symbol determination period is entered, the mode effect start display 105IW105 saying "super heat!" Is displayed, and the mode transition effect is started. After that, in the mode transition effect, the decorative symbol 105IW100 is not displayed, and only the small symbol 105IW101 is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (J), when the mode transition effect is started, the operation suggestion image 105IW106 suggesting that the push button 31B (see FIG. 8-1) is operated (pressed) is displayed. To. For example, in the operation suggestion image 105IW106, the characters "press" are displayed together with the image prompting the push button 31B to be pressed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (K), when the push button 31B is operated when the operation suggestion image 105IW106 is displayed, or when a predetermined time elapses from the display of the operation suggestion image 105IW106, "V" The character display 105IW107 of "STOCK x 1" is displayed, and it is notified that the relief time reduction is started. In addition, a right-handed instruction display 105IW108 for instructing right-handedness is displayed next to the small symbol 105IW101.

In this example, even if a big hit occurs, it is possible to execute an effect of displaying the character display of "V STOCK x 1" as in FIG. 8-35 (K). In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) performs a look-ahead determination process of whether or not a big hit is achieved and a variation pattern type look-ahead determination process in the start winning prize determination process (step S101). Sends a look-ahead judgment result specification command that can specify the result. Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect (so-called hold continuous effect) in the same manner as in FIG. 8-35 (K) based on the received look-ahead determination result designation command. For example, if it is specified that there is one big hit in the hold memory based on the received look-ahead judgment result specification command, the character display of "V STOCK x 1" is displayed to produce the hold continuous effect. To execute. Further, for example, when it is specified that there are two big hits in the hold storage based on the received look-ahead judgment result specification command, the character display of "V STOCK x 2" is displayed to hold the hold. Perform a series of productions.

On the other hand, when the relief time is shortened, there is a high ratio that the fluctuation display with an extremely short fluctuation time of 1.5 seconds is executed during the time reduction state via the relief time reduction (see FIG. 8-8 (E)). ), Therefore, the variable display is extremely quickly digested, and a big hit is likely to occur at a relatively early timing. Therefore, in the variable display (in this example, the symbol confirmation period) in which the relief time is shortened, the character display of "V STOCK x 1" shown in FIG. 8-35 (K) is displayed without confirming the look-ahead determination result. The effect to be displayed is executed. Therefore, the effect of displaying the character display of "V STOCK x 1" shown in FIG. 8-35 (K) has the same aspect as the pseudo hold continuous effect, and the relief time is shortened. It is a production to notify.

When the fluctuation that reaches the relief time reduction is a jackpot fluctuation, for example, a fluctuation time of 30 seconds is secured, and the same effect as in FIG. 31 is executed to once perform an effect that shortens the relief time. After that, the effect of notifying the big hit may be executed.

The case where the display of the right-handed instruction display 105IW108 is started from the display timing of the character display 105IW107 of "V STOCK x 1" is shown, but the display start timing of the right-handed instruction display 105IW108 is limited to that shown in this example. Absent. For example, the display of the right-handed instruction display 105IW108 may be started from the timing of the final display of the stop symbol shown in FIG. 8-34 (H), and various modes are conceivable.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (L), the mode selection screen 105IW109 for selecting the effect mode for shortening the relief time is displayed. For example, a screen for selecting one of modes A to D is displayed. The mode is selected by moving the cursor by operating the stick controller 31A, and is confirmed by operating the push button 31B. When a predetermined time elapses without selecting the effect mode, the effect mode in which the cursor matches is automatically determined. Further, even when the mode selection screen 105IW109 is displayed, the right-handed instruction display 105IW108 remains displayed next to the small symbol 105IW101.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (M), when the selection of the effect mode is completed, the start notification screen 105IW110 for notifying that the relief time reduction is started is displayed. For example, the characters "short rest time rush" are displayed. Then, when the next fluctuation is started, the state shifts to the time saving state C, and the relief time saving is started.

In this example, when the symbol is stopped, the remaining number of revolutions until the relief time is shortened, the effect of the relief time is explained, and the countdown is displayed, but it may be performed at the start of the fluctuation of the symbol or during the fluctuation.

Further, in this example, a case is shown in which a symbol confirmation period is secured for 20 seconds and a mode transition effect or a right-handed notification is executed in a variable display in which the relief time is shortened, but the symbol confirmation period is a normal 0.5 second. It may be configured to shift to the time saving state via the relief time saving as it is without performing the mode transition effect or the like.

Further, in this example, the case where the relief time reduction counter is initially set to "800" when the RAM clear processing is executed, when the jackpot is hit, or when the time reduction is lost is shown. Or, when it is configured to execute a story such as whether to make it fluctuate at high speed, it may be configured to clear the selection buffer and the story counter of the story. In addition, a story may be set so that the story can be set when the relief time is shortened, or a different story may be set depending on the game state.

It should be noted that the countdown effect and the effect effect are executed only when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is reduced to 10 times, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the player is expected to enter the relief time reduction by performing the countdown effect and the effect effect (by performing the so-called ghost effect) from a timing other than the case where the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time reduction is 10 times. You may let it. In that case, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), the fluctuation in which the value of the time reduction counter is 50 is terminated, the next fluctuation is started, and the countdown display and the effect display are started (FIG. 8-37 (B)), countdown display and effect display are performed over multiple fluctuations (see FIG. 8-37 (C)), and predetermined timing (in the illustrated example, countdown display and effect display are started. The countdown display and the effect display may be terminated at the third variation) (see FIG. 8-37 (D)). This ghost effect is not limited to the one performed at the timing when the value of the time reduction counter is 50, and may be executed when the value of the time reduction counter is 100 or 200.

Further, the execution rate of the Gase effect may be different depending on the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. For example, the occurrence rate may be higher as the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shorter. As a result, the player can realize that the relief time is approaching, and the interest can be improved. In addition, this Gase effect may not be performed when a fluctuation pattern having a long fluctuation time (for example, a fluctuation pattern accompanied by SP reach) is selected.

FIG. 8-38 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of the customer waiting demonstration effect. As shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), the fluctuation is stopped in a state where the hold storage is not stored, and at this time, the customer waiting demo designation command is transmitted from the main board 11. Then, as shown in FIGS. 8-38 (B) and (D), the telop display effect is performed 10 seconds after the demo designation command is received. The example shown in FIG. 8-38 (B) shows a display example of the telop display effect in which the color of the frame of the telop display area is blue, and it is suggested to the player that the period until the relief time is shortened is relatively long. To. Further, the example shown in FIG. 8-38 (D) shows a display example of the telop display effect in which the color of the frame of the telop display area is red, and the player has a relatively short period until the relief time is shortened. Suggested in. Then, as shown in FIGS. 8-38 (C) and 8-38 (E), the telop display effect is performed 3 minutes after the demo designation command is received.

When the demo movie production is being performed, at least one of the operation or contact with the hitting ball operation handle 30 and the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening is detected. In some cases, it may be possible to execute the dialogue effect by voice output, and it may be possible to suggest the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened depending on the mode of the dialogue effect (for example, the content of the dialogue, the pitch of the sound, etc.). Good.

Specifically, a sensor capable of detecting the player's operation or contact with the ball striking operation handle 30 is provided, and when the detection signal by the sensor is input to the main board 11, the player operates the main board 11. When a command indicating that (the player has operated or touched the ball striking handle 30) is transmitted to the effect control board 12 and the command is transmitted to the effect control board 12, or When the hold storage number addition designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not to execute the dialogue effect based on the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened. Then, when it is decided to execute, the mode of the dialogue effect may be determined based on the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened, and the dialogue effect of the determined mode may be executed. As a result, it is possible to give a suggestion effect to the player who actually plays the game, and it is possible to promote the operation of the game machine.

Further, in this example, although the description has been made using a type of gaming machine that can be controlled in a time-saving state until the next big hit, it may be applied to other types of gaming machines. For example, a gaming machine (so-called ST machine) in which the probability change state (including the time saving state) ends when a predetermined number of changes are performed, or a lottery (so-called fall) for each change in the probability change state (including the time saving state). It is possible to control a gaming machine of a type that performs a lottery) and ends the probability change state according to the lottery result, or a small hit game state different from the big hit game state, and the game ball passes through a predetermined area in the small hit game state. It may be applied to a type of gaming machine (so-called two-type gaming machine) that can be controlled to a jackpot gaming state based on the above.

In a gaming machine of the type in which a fall lottery is performed, the advantage after the fall differs depending on the timing at which the probabilistic state falls during the period until the relief time is shortened. For example, when a probabilistic jackpot occurs, the number of fluctuations until the relief time is controlled is 800, and a fall lottery is performed for each fluctuation in the probabilistic state. Then, since the number of remaining fluctuations from the end of the probabilistic state to the occurrence of the relief time reduction differs between the case where the probabilistic state ends at the 100th fluctuation and the case where the probabilistic state ends at the 500th fluctuation, after the fall. Will have different advantages. In that case, different effects may be performed according to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. For example, the effect content in the fluctuation at the end of the probabilistic state is changed according to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened, or the background image after the probabilistic state is finished and controlled to the normal state is displayed by the relief time. It may be different depending on the number of remaining fluctuations until it occurs. If the fall is decided by the fall lottery immediately after the relief time is shortened, it can be said that the situation is the most disadvantageous because the period until the next relief time is shortened is the longest.

Further, it is conceivable that the effect control CPU 120 cannot normally receive the command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100. For example, it is conceivable that the command (command for specifying the number of times of relief time for recovery and the command for specifying the initialization) sent when the power is turned on cannot be received normally due to missing commands or garbled command data. In that case, since the effect control CPU 120 cannot specify the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened, the execution of the suggestion effect (for example, telop display effect, countdown effect, effect effect) suggesting the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened is restricted (for example). It may be prohibited). It should be noted that the restriction may be lifted based on the next occurrence of a big hit or a time saving loss. In addition, even during the period when the execution of the suggestion effect is restricted, when another command (for example, background specification command, variation pattern specification command) is received, the effect according to the received command is executed. There may be. Alternatively, if the command transmitted when the power is turned on cannot be received normally, the suggestion effect may be executed as if the ram was cleared (assuming that the value of the relief time reduction counter was initialized).

In addition, even when the effect control CPU 120 cannot normally receive the command indicating the remaining number of times until the relief time reduction (relief time reduction number 1 designation command, relief time reduction number 2 designation command), the remaining number of times until the relief time reduction is suggested. The execution of the suggestion effect (for example, telop display effect, countdown effect, effect effect) may be restricted (prohibited). Alternatively, it may be possible to execute the suggestion effect in a mode or a selection ratio that suggests that the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is large.

Further, although not shown, the effect control CPU 120 has a countdown advance notice effect (an effect that starts from a change before the change of the notice target, and a notice) as a look-ahead notice effect that targets a change that has not yet been started. It is possible to execute a configuration that can execute a configuration that counts down the number of remaining fluctuations up to the target, and an effect that accompanies a timer display (for example, an effect that displays the remaining time from a specific time to an effect that occurs with a timer). A certain configuration may be used, in which case, the fluctuation in which the relief time reduction occurs and the fluctuation in which the relief time reduction occurs immediately before the fluctuation in which the relief time reduction occurs (for example, the fluctuation in which the relief time reduction occurs 10 times before the fluctuation in which the relief time reduction occurs). In the period up to), by restricting (prohibiting) the execution of the countdown notice effect and the effect accompanied by the timer display (that is, the effect of displaying the numerical value) as the look-ahead advance notice effect, a plurality of effects using numerical values are performed. It is possible to prevent the reduction of the effect of the effect.

(Modification example 1)
The above-mentioned feature portion 105IW has a configuration in which a set value is suggested by a telop display effect, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the telop display effect is an effect that does not suggest a set value and is different from the telop display effect. It may be possible to execute a setting suggestion effect that suggests a set value as an effect. Hereinafter, a modification 1 capable of executing a setting suggestion effect that suggests a set value as an effect different from the telop display effect will be described.

In the first modification, the effect control CPU 120 can execute a setting suggestion effect as a notice effect during fluctuation. The effect control CPU 120 uses, for example, the setting suggestion effect execution lottery table shown in FIG. 8-40 (A) to perform a setting suggestion effect execution lottery for determining whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect.

As shown in the figure, when the setting value "1" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 90%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 10%. When the set value "2" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 89%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 11%. When the set value "3" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 88%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 12%. When the set value "4" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 87%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 13%. When the set value "5" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 86%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 14%. When the set value "6" is set, it is decided not to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 85%, and it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 15%.

In the first modification, when the effect control CPU 120 decides to execute the setting suggestion effect, it determines the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect and sets the setting suggestion effect of the determined effect mode. The effect control CPU 120 uses, for example, the setting suggestion effect mode determination lottery table shown in FIG. 8-40 (B) to perform a setting suggestion effect mode determination lottery for determining the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect. As the setting suggestion effect mode, for example, a first mode and a second mode in which the displayed characters are different are provided.

As shown in the figure, when the setting value "1" is set, the first mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 40%, and the second mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 60%. Determine the aspect. When the set value "2" is set, the first mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 44%, and the second mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 56%. When the set value "3" is set, the first aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 48%, and the second aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 52%. When the set value "4" is set, the first aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 52%, and the second aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 48%. When the set value "5" is set, the first aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 56%, and the second aspect is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 44%. When the set value "6" is set, the first mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 60%, and the second mode is determined as the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect at a rate of 40%.

Further, in the first modification, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the telop display effect is executed by using the telop display execution lottery table shown in FIG. 8-40 (C) in the telop display execution lottery process (step 105IWS251). To do.

As shown in the figure, when the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more, it is determined at a rate of 30% that the telop display effect is executed, and at a rate of 70% that the telop display effect is not executed. To. When the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is determined at a rate of 40% that the telop display effect is executed, and at a rate of 60% that the telop display effect is not executed. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 50% that the telop display effect is executed, and that the telop display effect is not executed at a rate of 50%.

Further, in the first modification, the effect control CPU 120 determines the display mode of the telop display by using the telop display mode determination lottery table shown in FIG. 8-40 (D) in the telop display mode determination lottery process (step 105IWS253). To do.

As shown in the figure, when the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 201 or more, it is determined at a rate of 40% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is blue. Display is determined at a rate of 60%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 101 or more and 200 or less, it is decided at a rate of 70% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue. Is determined at a rate of 30%. When the number of remaining times until the relief time is shortened is 100 or less, it is determined at a rate of 80% that the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in red, and the color of the frame of the telop display area is displayed in blue 20. Determined at a rate of%.

As described above, the feature portion 105IW includes the inventions shown below.

Conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449, the number of fluctuations of a symbol is counted, and the count result reaches a value corresponding to a special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without a big hit. Some were controlled to a probabilistic state based on (that is, based on a special number of fluctuations (eg, 1000) without a jackpot). Similarly, there is a device that controls the gaming state to a special state (for example, a time saving state in which the symbol variation is frequently executed) based on the count result reaching a specific value. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449, the degree of relief of the set-up player is insufficient. Therefore, the following gaming machines (1-1) to (1-8) are described in the feature unit 105IW.

(1-1) Variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) are executed, and the specific display result (for example, the jackpot symbol) is obtained. A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) based on the derived display, and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than the normal state. State control means (for example, the part that executes steps 105IWS166, S173, and S538 in the game control microcomputer 100) and numerical information (for example, a relief time reduction counter) can be updated based on the execution of the variable display. (For example, a portion for executing step 105 IWS71 in the game control microcomputer 100), and the state control means is in an advantageous state based on the fact that the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display. (For example, the game control microcomputer 100 can be controlled to the time saving state A via the jackpot by performing step 105IWS537), and the numerical information updated by the updating means. However, by setting a specific value (for example, the value of the relief time reduction counter: 0) corresponding to the special number of times (for example, 800 times) as the number of times the variable display is executed, the special state can be controlled when the special condition is satisfied. (For example, the game control microcomputer 100 can control the time saving state C via the relief time saving by performing step 105IWS173), and the updating means is the case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed. And when the variable display of the second identification information is executed, the numerical information is updated (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 has a relief time reduction counter when the first special symbol changes and the second special symbol changes. There are a plurality of types of advantageous states including a specific advantageous state (for example, 10R jackpot A) and a special advantageous state (for example, 10R jackpot B), and the advantageous state is controlled to any of the plurality of types. Depending on the situation, the advantage of the special state controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state is different, and the advantage of the special state controlled after being controlled to the special advantageous state is controlled after being controlled to the specific advantageous state. It is higher than the advantage of the special state (for example, after the 10R jackpot A, it is mainly controlled to the time saving state of 100 times, and after the 10R jackpot B, it is mainly controlled to the time saving state until the next big hit occurs). Special article The advantage of the special state controlled when the condition is established is higher than the advantage of the special state controlled after being controlled to the specific advantageous state (for example, after the 10R jackpot A, the time is mainly reduced by 100 times. It is characterized in that it is controlled to a state, and as a time saving state via a relief time saving, it is substantially controlled to a time saving state mainly until the next big hit occurs (see FIG. 8-6 (A)). According to such a configuration, the degree of relief of the player can be increased.

(1-2) Controlled to an advantageous state when controlled to an advantageous state triggered by the variable display of the first identification information and when controlled to an advantageous state triggered by the variable display of the second identification information. The ratio controlled later to the special state of special advantage (for example, the time saving state that continues until the next big hit occurs) is different (for example, when the first special symbol changes and when the second special symbol changes), the jackpot type The selection ratio is different (see Fig. 8-4)), and when the first identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display, and when the second identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display. Therefore, the number of times the variable display is executed for the special condition to be satisfied is the same for the special number of times (for example, after the big hit is based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol and after the big hit is based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol). The number of fluctuations required to shorten the relief time is 800 times, which is the same as after the above.) According to such a configuration, the first identification information is variable while enhancing the interest by exhibiting different playability between the case where the first identification information is variablely displayed and the case where the second identification information is variablely displayed. Since the special number of times is common between the case of displaying and the case of performing variable display of the second identification information, it is possible to suppress an excessive increase in gambling.

In this example, the selection ratio of the jackpot type including the 10R jackpot A that mainly controls the time saving state 100 times and the 10R jackpot B that mainly controls the time saving state until the next big hit occurs is the first special symbol. It was decided to make the fluctuation of the second special symbol different from that of the second special symbol, but it is not limited to this. For example, in a so-called two-type gaming machine, it is possible to control the time saving state after executing a big hit via a small hit, and when the second special symbol is changed rather than when the first special symbol is changed. May be likely to be a small hit at a high rate. In that case, the small hit probability is 1/7 in the time saving state, and if the time saving state is controlled to 100 times after executing the big hit via the small hit, the time saving state is substantially until the next big hit occurs. Since it will continue, it can be said that it corresponds to a "special state of special advantage".

Further, in this example, the number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is fixed at 800 times, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, different values may be set in the relief time reduction counter depending on the type of jackpot that has occurred and the type of the symbol that has stopped time reduction. For example, if it is a big hit A, 500 is set in the relief time reduction counter, if it is a big hit B, 800 is set in the relief time reduction counter, and if the time reduction deviation symbol A is stopped, 300 is set in the relief time reduction counter. If the time saving out-of-time symbol B is stopped, 200 may be set in the relief time saving number counter.

(1-3) The disadvantage setting value (for example, the setting value "1") in which the probability of being controlled in the advantageous state is the first probability (for example, about 1/319) and the probability of being controlled in the advantageous state are controlled in a more advantageous state than the first probability. Setting means capable of setting any setting value from a plurality of setting values including an advantageous setting value (for example, setting value "6") which is a second probability (for example, about 1/270) having a high probability of (See FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3), and the one set to the disadvantageous set value is more likely to satisfy the special condition than the one set to the advantageous set value (Fig. 8-6 (B). )), The advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is higher than the advantage of the special state controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, mainly after the 10R jackpot A). It may be controlled to the time saving state of 100 times, and as the time saving state via the relief time saving, it may be substantially controlled to the time saving state mainly until the next big hit occurs (see FIG. 8-6 (A)). According to such a configuration, even when the disadvantage setting value is set, the advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state. By being higher than the advantage of the state, the player can be rescued more effectively.

(1-4) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting one of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is provided, and the advantageous state is set. Which of the multiple types is controlled to the special state of the advantage after being controlled is common regardless of which setting value is set (for example, the selection ratio of the jackpot type is set to which setting). It is common regardless of whether the value is set (see Fig. 8-4)), and the advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is regardless of which set value is set. It may be common (for example, the length of the time saving state via the relief time saving is common regardless of which set value is set (see FIG. 8-6 (A))). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the improvement of gambling due to the set value, and it is possible to realize sound playability.

(1-5) Either of a plurality of types, when the first identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display and when the second identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display. The ratio of whether the information is controlled to the advantageous state is different (see Fig. 8-4), and when a special condition is satisfied corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information and when the special condition is satisfied corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information. The advantage of the special state controlled after the special condition is satisfied is the same as when the special condition is satisfied (for example, when the time reduction state is controlled via the relief time reduction based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol). And, in the case of controlling to the time saving state via the relief time saving based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, it may be possible to control to the time saving state of 800 times (see FIG. 8-6 (A)). .. According to such a configuration, while exhibiting different playability between the case where the first identification information is variably displayed and the case where the second identification information is variably displayed, it is controlled when a special condition is satisfied. Since the advantage of the special state is common regardless of which set value is set, it is possible to obtain an appropriate degree of relief while suppressing the improvement of gambling.

(1-6) A predetermined variable display pattern (for example, variable pattern PA2-1 to PA2-3) and a shortened variable display pattern (for example, variable pattern PA1-2 to) in which the variable display period is shorter than that of the predetermined variable display pattern. A variable display pattern determining means (for example, a portion for executing step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including PA1-4) is provided, and the variable display pattern determining means is provided. , When the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is a non-specific display result than the special state controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state, the shortened variable display The rate of determining the pattern is high (for example, in the case of out-of-order variation, the variation pattern is selected using the variation pattern table E shown in FIG. 8-8 (E) in the time saving state via the relief time saving, and the figure is shown in the time saving state via the jackpot. The fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table H shown in 8-8 (H)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest by shifting to a special state in which the game speed is high (for example, a time saving state in which the fluctuation time is short) based on playing the game for a long period of time. ..

(1-7) Variable display pattern determining means (for example,) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including a specific variable display pattern (for example, variable patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3) corresponding to execution of a reach effect. , The portion that executes step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100), and the variable display pattern determining means is controlled after the special state that is controlled when the special condition is satisfied is controlled to the advantageous state. When the display result of the variable display is a non-specific display result, the ratio of determining the specific variable display pattern is lower than that of the special state (for example, in the case of out-of-range fluctuation, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, FIG. The fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table E shown in E), and the fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table H shown in FIG. 8-8 (H) in the time saving state via the jackpot). According to such a configuration, a decrease in interest is suppressed by shifting to a special state in which the game speed is high (for example, a time-saving state in which the frequency of reach occurrence is suppressed) based on the game being played for a long period of time. be able to.

For example, in a situation where the relief time is reached after playing a game for a long period of time, if the reach loss occurs frequently in the time reduction state via the relief time reduction, the period until the big hit becomes longer and more game balls are launched. Therefore, the disadvantage of the player becomes large. On the other hand, in the time saving state via the big hit, since the prize ball due to the big hit game state has already been paid out, there is a possibility that the gambling property will be excessively increased if the period until the next big hit is shortened. Therefore, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern having a short fluctuation time is increased or the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern out of reach is lowered as compared with the time saving state via the jackpot. , It is possible to prevent the disadvantage of the player from becoming large, and it is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming excessively high.

It should be noted that the type of pre-reading notice effect may be different between the time-saving state via the relief time-saving and the time-saving state via the jackpot. For example, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, the fluctuation of the short fluctuation time is mainly performed, so that it is possible to execute the look-ahead advance notice effect of the short execution period, while in the time saving state via the jackpot, the fluctuation of the long fluctuation time is mainly performed. Therefore, it may be possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect for a long execution period. As a result, the interest can be improved.

It should be noted that the execution rate of the look-ahead notice effect may be different between the time saving state via the relief time saving and the time saving state via the jackpot. For example, the time saving state via the relief time saving may be performed less frequently or may be higher in the time saving state via the jackpot than in the time saving state via the jackpot. As a result, the interest can be improved.

In addition, in the fluctuation before the fluctuation that shortens the relief time (the fluctuation that the value of the relief time reduction counter is 1 or more), it corresponds to the fluctuation that shortens the relief time (the fluctuation that the value of the relief time reduction counter becomes 0). While it is possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect that targets the hold memory as a notice, it is also possible not to execute the look-ahead notice effect that targets the hold memory that corresponds to the fluctuation that is executed after shifting to the time-saving state via the relief time reduction. Good. As a result, it is possible to avoid a contradiction in the production contents while avoiding the complexity of the control process.

(1-8) The updating means can update specific numerical information (for example, a time reduction number counter) different from the numerical information based on the variable display being executed in the special state, and the state controlling means can update the special information. The special state can be controlled by setting (for example, a time saving flag), and the special state can be terminated by canceling the setting of the special information. In the special state, the specific numerical information is stored a predetermined number of times (for example,). The update means even if the special state is terminated and the power supply is stopped based on the predetermined value (for example, the value of the time reduction counter: 0) corresponding to 30 times, 50 times, 100 times, and 200 times). A backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding the numerical information and specific numerical information updated by the user, and setting information of special information, and a predetermined condition (for example, the output signal from the clear switch is turned on when the power is turned on). ) Is established, the initialization means is provided with an initialization means (for example, a portion for executing steps S8 and 105IWS12 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of initializing the stored contents of the backup storage means. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, the setting information of the special information and the specific numerical information are initialized, and the numerical information is not initialized (for example, the presence / absence of the time saving flag set and the value of the time saving count counter are reset, while relieving. The value of the time reduction counter may not be reset). According to such a configuration, the degree of relief of the player can be increased even when a predetermined condition is satisfied.

Further, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449, the number of times the symbol fluctuates is counted, and the count result reaches a value corresponding to the special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without causing a big hit. Based on this (that is, based on the fact that the fluctuation is performed a special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without the occurrence of a big hit), there are some that are controlled to the probabilistic state. Similarly, there is a device that controls the gaming state to a special state (for example, a time saving state in which the symbol variation is frequently executed) based on the count result reaching a specific value. However, in the gaming machines described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449, there is room for improvement in control. Therefore, the following gaming machines (2-1) to (2-8) are described in the feature unit 105IW.

(2-1) Variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) are executed, and the specific display result (for example, the jackpot symbol) is obtained. A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) based on the derivation display, and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than the normal state. State control means (for example, the part that executes steps 105IWS166, S173, and S538 in the game control computer 100) and numerical information (for example, a relief time reduction counter) can be updated based on the execution of the variable display. (For example, the part where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100) and the start condition (for example, the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening) are satisfied and started. Variable display execution means (for example, steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can execute variable display based on the condition (for example, neither the jackpot game state nor the variable state) is satisfied are executed. Part), a hold storage means (for example, a first hold storage buffer, a second hold storage buffer) that can store information related to variable display as hold information when the start condition is satisfied but the start condition is not met. A backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) that can hold numerical information and hold information when the power supply is stopped, and predetermined conditions (for example, the output signal from the clear switch is turned on when the power is turned on). When the initialization means capable of initializing the stored contents of the backup storage means (for example, the portion for executing steps S8 and 105IWS12 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the power supply are started. A recovery means capable of executing recovery control for recovering the numerical information updated by the update means and the hold information stored in the hold storage means based on the stored contents of the backup storage means (for example, step S6 in the game control microcomputer 100). The state control means includes a specific value (for example, a relief time reduction counter) in which the numerical information updated by the update means corresponds to a special number of times (for example, 800 times) as the number of times the variable display is executed. The value of: 0) makes it possible to control the special state when a special condition is satisfied (for example, a game). The control microcomputer 100 can control the time saving state C via the relief time saving by performing step 105IWS173), and after the recovery control is executed, the variable display corresponding to the recovered hold information is executed. When the special condition is satisfied, the special state can be controlled (see FIG. 8-39), and the updating means executes the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information. A gaming machine characterized in that numerical information is updated depending on the case (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the relief time reduction counter when the first special symbol changes and when the second special symbol changes). .. According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a disadvantage for the player when a power failure occurs while optimizing the control by initialization.

(2-2) It was controlled to an advantageous state when it was controlled to an advantageous state triggered by the variable display of the first identification information and when it was controlled to an advantageous state triggered by the variable display of the second identification information. The ratio controlled later to the special state of special advantage (for example, the time saving state that continues until the next big hit occurs) is different (for example, when the first special symbol changes and when the second special symbol changes), the jackpot type The selection ratios are different (see Fig. 8-4)), and when the first identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display, and when the second identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display. Therefore, the number of times the variable display is executed for the special condition to be satisfied is the same for the special number of times (for example, after the big hit is based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol and after the big hit is based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol). The number of fluctuations required to shorten the relief time is 800 times, which is the same as after the above.) According to such a configuration, the first identification information is variable while enhancing the interest by exhibiting different playability between the case where the first identification information is variablely displayed and the case where the second identification information is variablely displayed. Since the special number of times is common between the case of displaying and the case of performing variable display of the second identification information, it is possible to suppress an excessive increase in gambling.

(2-3) The disadvantage setting value (for example, the setting value "1") in which the probability of being controlled to the advantageous state is the first probability (for example, about 1/319) and the probability of being controlled to the advantageous state are controlled to be more advantageous than the first probability. Setting means capable of setting any setting value from a plurality of setting values including an advantageous setting value (for example, setting value "6") which is a second probability (for example, about 1/270) having a high probability of (See FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3), and the one set to the disadvantageous set value is more likely to satisfy the special condition than the one set to the advantageous set value (Fig. 8-6 (B). )), The advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is higher than the advantage of the special state controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, mainly after the 10R jackpot A). It may be controlled to the time saving state of 100 times, and as the time saving state via the relief time saving, it may be substantially controlled to the time saving state mainly until the next big hit occurs (see FIG. 8-6 (A)). According to such a configuration, even when the disadvantage setting value is set, the advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state. By being higher than the advantage of the state, the player can be rescued more effectively.

(2-4) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting one of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is provided, and the advantageous state is set. Which of the multiple types is controlled to the special state of the advantage after being controlled is common regardless of which setting value is set (for example, the selection ratio of the jackpot type is set to which setting). It is common regardless of whether the value is set (see Fig. 8-4)), and the advantage of the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is regardless of which set value is set. It may be common (for example, the length of the time saving state via the relief time saving is common regardless of which set value is set (see FIG. 8-6 (A))). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the improvement of gambling due to the set value, and it is possible to realize sound playability.

(2-5) Either of a plurality of types, when the first identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display and when the second identification information is controlled in an advantageous state triggered by the variable display. The ratio of whether the information is controlled to the advantageous state is different (see Fig. 8-4), and when a special condition is satisfied corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information and when the special condition is satisfied corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information. The advantage of the special state controlled after the special condition is satisfied is the same as when the special condition is satisfied (for example, when the time reduction state is controlled via the relief time reduction based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol). And, in the case of controlling to the time saving state via the relief time saving based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, it may be possible to control to the time saving state of 800 times (see FIG. 8-6 (A)). .. According to such a configuration, while exhibiting different playability between the case where the first identification information is variably displayed and the case where the second identification information is variably displayed, it is controlled when a special condition is satisfied. Since the advantage of the special state is common regardless of which set value is set, it is possible to obtain an appropriate degree of relief while suppressing the improvement of gambling.

(2-6) A predetermined variable display pattern (for example, variable pattern PA2-1 to PA2-3) and a shortened variable display pattern (for example, variable pattern PA1-2 to) in which the variable display period is shorter than that of the predetermined variable display pattern. A variable display pattern determining means (for example, a portion for executing step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including PA1-4) is provided, and the variable display pattern determining means is provided. , When the special state controlled when the special condition is satisfied is a non-specific display result than the special state controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state, the shortened variable display The rate of determining the pattern is high (for example, in the case of out-of-order fluctuation, the fluctuation pattern is selected using the fluctuation pattern table E shown in FIG. The fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table H shown in 8-8 (H)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest by shifting to a special state in which the game speed is high (for example, a time saving state in which the fluctuation time is short) based on playing the game for a long period of time. ..

(2-7) Variable display pattern determining means (for example,) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including a specific variable display pattern (for example, variable patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3) corresponding to execution of a reach effect. , The portion that executes step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100), and the variable display pattern determining means is controlled after the special state that is controlled when the special condition is satisfied is controlled to the advantageous state. When the display result of the variable display is a non-specific display result, the ratio of determining the specific variable display pattern is lower than that of the special state (for example, in the case of out-of-range fluctuation, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, FIG. The fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table E shown in E), and the fluctuation pattern may be selected using the fluctuation pattern table H shown in FIG. 8-8 (H) in the time saving state via the jackpot). According to such a configuration, a decrease in interest is suppressed by shifting to a special state in which the game speed is high (for example, a time-saving state in which the frequency of reach occurrence is suppressed) based on the game being played for a long period of time. be able to.

For example, in a situation where the relief time is reached after playing a game for a long period of time, if the reach loss occurs frequently in the time reduction state via the relief time reduction, the period until the big hit becomes longer and more game balls are launched. Therefore, the disadvantage of the player becomes large. On the other hand, in the time saving state via the big hit, since the prize ball due to the big hit game state has already been paid out, there is a possibility that the gambling property will be excessively increased if the period until the next big hit is shortened. Therefore, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern having a short fluctuation time is increased or the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern out of reach is lowered as compared with the time saving state via the jackpot. , It is possible to prevent the disadvantage of the player from becoming large, and it is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming excessively high.

It should be noted that the type of pre-reading notice effect may be different between the time-saving state via the relief time-saving and the time-saving state via the jackpot. For example, in the time saving state via the relief time saving, the fluctuation of the short fluctuation time is mainly performed, so that it is possible to execute the look-ahead advance notice effect of the short execution period, while in the time saving state via the jackpot, the fluctuation of the long fluctuation time is mainly performed. Therefore, it may be possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect for a long execution period. As a result, the interest can be improved.

It should be noted that the execution rate of the look-ahead notice effect may be different between the time saving state via the relief time saving and the time saving state via the jackpot. For example, the time saving state via the relief time saving may be performed less frequently or may be higher in the time saving state via the jackpot than in the time saving state via the jackpot. As a result, the interest can be improved.

In addition, in the fluctuation before the fluctuation that shortens the relief time (the fluctuation that the value of the relief time reduction counter is 1 or more), it corresponds to the fluctuation that shortens the relief time (the fluctuation that the value of the relief time reduction counter becomes 0). While it is possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect that targets the hold memory as a notice, it is also possible not to execute the look-ahead notice effect that targets the hold memory that corresponds to the fluctuation that is executed after shifting to the time-saving state via the relief time reduction. Good. As a result, it is possible to avoid a contradiction in the production contents while avoiding the complexity of the control process.

(2-8) The updating means can update specific numerical information (for example, a time reduction number counter) different from the numerical information based on the variable display being executed in the special state, and the state controlling means can update the special information. The special state can be controlled by setting (for example, a time saving flag), and the special state can be terminated by canceling the setting of the special information. In the special state, the specific numerical information is stored a predetermined number of times (for example,). The update means even if the special state is terminated and the power supply is stopped based on the predetermined value (for example, the value of the time reduction counter: 0) corresponding to 30 times, 50 times, 100 times, and 200 times). A backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding the numerical information and specific numerical information updated by the user, and setting information of special information, and a predetermined condition (for example, the output signal from the clear switch is turned on when the power is turned on). ) Is established, the initialization means is provided with an initialization means (for example, a portion for executing steps S8 and 105IWS12 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of initializing the stored contents of the backup storage means. When the predetermined condition is satisfied, the setting information of the special information and the specific numerical information are initialized, and the numerical information is not initialized (for example, the presence / absence of the time saving flag set and the value of the time saving count counter are reset, while relieving. The value of the time reduction counter may not be reset). According to such a configuration, the degree of relief of the player can be increased even when a predetermined condition is satisfied.

Further, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449, the number of times the symbol fluctuates is counted, and the count result reaches a value corresponding to the special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without causing a big hit. Based on this (that is, based on the fact that the fluctuation is performed a special number of times (for example, 1000 times) without the occurrence of a big hit), there are some that are controlled to the probabilistic state. Similarly, there is a device that controls the gaming state to a special state (for example, a time saving state in which the symbol variation is frequently executed) based on the count result reaching a specific value. However, the gaming machines described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-95449 are not sufficiently entertaining. Therefore, the following gaming machines (3-1) to (3-15) are described in the feature unit 105IW.

(3-1) Variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) are executed, and the specific display result (for example, the jackpot symbol) is obtained. It is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) based on the derivation display, and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than the normal state. State control means (for example, the part that executes steps 105IWS166, S173, S538 in the game control microcomputer 100) and numerical information (for example, a relief time reduction counter) can be updated based on the execution of the variable display. (For example, a portion for executing step 105 IWS71 in the game control microcomputer 100), and the state control means includes a special number of times (for example, the number of times the numerical information updated by the update means is executed) as the number of times the variable display is executed. , 800 times), so that it can be controlled to a special state when a special condition is satisfied by becoming a specific value (for example, the value of the relief time reduction counter: 0) (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 can be controlled. By performing step 105 IWS173, it is possible to control the time saving state C via the relief time saving), and the updating means is the case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed and the case where the variable display of the second identification information is executed. The numerical information is updated with and (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the relief time reduction count counter when the first special symbol changes and when the second special symbol changes), and suggests related to the establishment of the special condition. The suggestion effect execution means (for example, the portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps 105IWS806 and S254) that can execute the effect (for example, countdown effect, effect effect, telop display effect) is further provided, and the suggestion effect execution means is provided. Depending on the number of times the variable display is executed, the ratio of which of the plurality of effect modes the suggestion effect is executed differs (for example, in the countdown effect, the selection ratio of the numerical value to be displayed differs (for the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened). The corresponding numerical value is selected at a rate of 100%, but the value to be displayed at a rate according to the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened may be determined by lottery), but the effect display range is different in the effect production. (It is displayed at a rate of 100% within the range according to the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened, but it is displayed at a rate according to the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened. The surroundings may be determined by lottery), the color of the telop display area is different in the telop display effect (see FIGS. 8-26 (C) and (D)), and special conditions are satisfied for the effect mode of the suggestion effect. A gaming machine characterized in that it is an aspect suggesting a period up to (see FIGS. 8-33, 8-34, 8-38). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the production mode of the suggestion effect, and to promote the operation of the gaming machine.

In addition, in a situation where the setting suggestion effect for suggesting the set value can be executed and the high setting suggestion effect for suggesting that the set value advantageous to the player is set is not performed, the player It is conceivable that the game ends with the expectation that a setting value that is disadvantageous to the player is set, but if the configuration is such that a suggestion effect suggesting the remaining number of times until the relief time is shortened can be executed. If it is suggested that the number of times remaining until the relief time is short is small, it is possible to encourage the player to continue the game even in a situation where the high setting suggestion effect is not performed, and it is possible to promote the operation.

(3-2) The effect mode of the suggestion effect (for example, countdown effect) is such that the number of times the variable display is executed until the special condition is satisfied can be specified (see FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34). May be. According to such a configuration, the player can be clearly notified of the number of times the variable display is executed until the special condition is satisfied.

The countdown effect may be started from the timing when the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time is shortened is 11 times or more, or may be started from the timing when the number of fluctuations is less than 9 times. Further, the mode other than the numerical value displayed in the countdown effect may be different depending on the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. For example, the numerical value may be positively notified as the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is reduced. Specifically, the display range of the countdown display is increased as the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is reduced. , The display color and display position of the countdown display may change.

(3-3) The suggestion effect is an effect of displaying a specific image (for example, an effect effect of displaying an effect image), and the specific image is a color and size (size of a single image and display of a plurality of images). At least one of (including the size of the range) is displayed in a plurality of different modes, and the period until the special condition suggested by which mode is displayed is different (FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34). (See). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the aspect of the specific image.

The countdown effect and the telop display effect may also be an effect in which images are displayed in different colors and sizes according to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened.

(3-4) The starting condition (for example, winning a game ball to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening) is satisfied and the starting condition (for example, neither the jackpot gaming state nor the changing state) is satisfied. When a variable display executing means (for example, a portion for executing steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing variable display based on the establishment and a start condition are satisfied but the start condition is not satisfied. The hold storage means (for example, the first hold storage number buffer and the second hold storage number buffer) that can store information related to the variable display as hold information, and the hold storage means that the variable display is not executed and the hold storage means are stored. A predetermined image display means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 105IWS256) capable of displaying a predetermined image (for example, a demo movie) when not present is provided, and the suggestion effect execution means is a predetermined image. When is displayed, the suggestion effect (for example, the telop display effect) can be executed (for example, the telop display effect and the demo movie effect can be executed in duplicate. The display of the predetermined image and the suggestion effect The execution order of is may be first or at the same time.) When a predetermined image is displayed according to the number of times the variable display is executed until the special condition is satisfied. The ratio of executing the suggestion effect may be different (see FIGS. 8-26 (A) and (B)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the suggestion effect is executed, and it is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine.

(3-5) The starting condition (for example, winning a game ball to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening) is satisfied and the starting condition (for example, neither the jackpot gaming state nor the changing state) is satisfied. When a variable display executing means (for example, a portion for executing steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing variable display based on the establishment and a start condition are satisfied but the start condition is not satisfied. The hold storage means (for example, the first hold storage number buffer and the second hold storage number buffer) that can store information related to the variable display as hold information, and the hold storage means that the variable display is not executed and the hold storage means are stored. A predetermined image display means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 105IWS256) capable of displaying a predetermined image (for example, a demo movie) when not present is provided, and the suggestion effect execution means is a predetermined image. When is displayed, the suggestion effect (for example, the telop display effect) can be executed (for example, the telop display effect and the demo movie effect can be executed in duplicate. The display of the predetermined image and the suggestion effect The execution order of is may be first or at the same time.) When a predetermined image is displayed according to the number of times the variable display is executed until the special condition is satisfied. , The ratio of executing the suggestion effect may differ depending on the predetermined mode (see FIGS. 8-26 (C) and (D)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the presence or absence of the mode of suggestive effect, and it is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine.

In addition, as a customer waiting demonstration effect, a character motion effect in which a character drawn on a decorative pattern (a character that is normally stationary) operates may be performed, and the mode corresponds to the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. It may be possible to execute the character motion effect. That is, it may be possible to execute the character motion effect as the above-mentioned "suggestion effect". For example, the color, size, or operation mode of the character may suggest the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time is shortened. Further, the execution ratio of the character motion effect when the demo movie is displayed and the rate of executing the character motion effect in a predetermined mode may be different depending on the number of remaining fluctuations up to the relief time reduction.

(3-6) The starting condition (for example, winning a game ball to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening) is satisfied and the starting condition (for example, neither the jackpot gaming state nor the changing state) is satisfied. When a variable display executing means (for example, a portion for executing steps S110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing variable display based on the establishment and a start condition are satisfied but the start condition is not satisfied. The hold storage means (for example, the first hold storage number buffer and the second hold storage number buffer) that can store information related to the variable display as hold information, and the hold storage means that the variable display is not executed and the hold storage means are stored. A predetermined image display means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 105IWS256) capable of displaying a predetermined image (for example, a demo movie) when the predetermined image is not displayed, and the suggestion effect executing means is a predetermined image. Is displayed, the detection that the operating means (for example, the ball striking operation handle 30) has been operated and the game medium passing through the predetermined area (for example, the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). It may be possible to execute a suggestion effect (for example, a dialogue effect by voice output) based on the fact that at least one of the detections is performed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a suggestion effect to the player who actually plays the game, and it is possible to promote the operation of the game machine.

(3-7) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting one of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is provided, and a suggestion effect is executed. As the means, the ratio of executing the suggestion effect (for example, the telop display effect) may differ depending on which set value is set (see FIGS. 8-26 (A) and (B)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the suggestion effect is executed, and it is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine by suggesting the set value.

It should be noted that the execution ratio of the countdown effect and the effect effect may be different depending on which set value is set.

(3-8) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting one of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is provided, and a suggestion effect is executed. Depending on which set value the means is set, the ratio of executing the suggestion effect (for example, the telop display effect) differs depending on the specific mode (for example, “red”) (FIGS. 8-26 (C), (See (D)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the mode of the suggestion effect, and it is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine by suggesting the set value.

Regarding the countdown effect and the effect effect, the selection ratio of the effect mode may be different depending on which set value is set.

(3-9) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting one of a plurality of setting values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is set. A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 of the first modification 1 that executes the setting suggestion effect as a fluctuating effect) that can execute the setting suggestion effect that suggests the set value is provided, and the setting suggestion effect is provided. The ratio of executing the setting suggestion effect differs depending on which set value the effect execution means is set to (see FIG. 8-40 (A)), and the suggestion effect execution means is set to any set value. Even in the case where the suggestion effect is executed, the ratio of executing the suggestion effect may be the same (see FIG. 8-40 (C)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the presence or absence of execution of the suggestion effect, and it is possible to suppress the complexity of control.

In addition, as a setting suggestion effect, an eye-catching image is used when switching to a normal effect image (a state in which a decorative pattern is displayed) after a fluctuating effect, a big hit effect, or a super reach effect is completed. The effect of displaying, the effect of displaying a predetermined image at the end of the big hit, or the effect of performing a predetermined effect (customer waiting demo effect) in a state where the game is not performed may be performed.

(3-10) A setting means (see FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3) capable of setting any of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state is set. A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 of the first modification 1 that executes the setting suggestion effect as an effect during fluctuation) that can execute the setting suggestion effect that suggests the set value is provided, and the setting suggestion The ratio of executing the setting suggestion effect differs depending on the special mode (for example, the second mode) depending on which set value is set in the effect execution means (see FIG. 8-40 (B)), and the suggestion effect execution means is executed. Regardless of which set value is set, the means may have a common ratio of executing the suggestion effect in a specific mode (for example, “red”) (see FIG. 8-40 (D)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the mode of the suggestion effect, and it is possible to suppress the complication of control.

(3-11) The suggestion effect executing means suggests in a specific period after the power supply is started, depending on whether the initialization process is executed when the power supply is started and the recovery process is executed. The ratio of executing the effect (for example, the display of the initial result according to the number of times until the relief time is shortened) is different (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 105 IWS630 at the time of recovery from the power failure, while the ram clear switch is pressed. If the initialization process is performed, step 105 IWS630 may not be executed). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the suggestion effect is executed, and it is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine.

Regardless of whether the initialization process is executed or the recovery process is executed, the configuration is such that the suggestion effect can be executed in a specific period after the power supply is started, and the initialization is performed. When the process is executed, the suggestion effect may be executed at a predetermined rate, and when the recovery process is executed, the suggestion effect may be executed at a rate different from the predetermined rate.

Regarding the countdown effect, effect effect, and telop display effect, the initialization process is executed when the power supply is started and the recovery process is executed after the power supply is started. The execution rate in a specific period may be different.

(3-12) Variable display pattern determining means (for example, game control microcomputer 100) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including a special variable display pattern (for example, variable patterns PA3-1 and PA3-2). The variable display pattern determining means can determine the special variable display pattern when the special condition is satisfied, and determines the special variable display pattern before the special condition is satisfied. (For example, the fluctuation patterns PA3-1 and PA3-2 can be changed only when the value of the relief time reduction counter becomes 0), and when the variable display by the special variable display pattern is executed. Further provided with a specific notification effect executing means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 that executes steps 105IWS809 and S845) capable of executing a specific notification effect (for example, a time saving rush effect) for notifying that the device is controlled to a special state. It may be that. According to such a configuration, it is possible to notify the player that the special condition is controlled by the establishment of the special condition, and it is possible to clearly notify the player of the change in the gaming state. Can be improved.

In the variation in the variation patterns PA3-1 and PA3-2 as the special variable display pattern, the effect of stopping and displaying the special decorative symbol or the mode transition effect may be executed as the specific notification effect.

Further, at the final stage of the specific notification effect, a warning notification for forgetting to remove the card used for the game, a warning notification for preventing immersiveness, or a gaming machine maker logo display may be performed. It should be noted that each alert notification and logo display may be performed during the ending period of the jackpot game state. Further, at the final stage of the specific notification effect, each warning notification and logo display may be displayed in the same manner as that performed during the ending period of the big hit game state, or each warning notification may be displayed in a simplified manner. And the logo display may be displayed.

(3-13) A predetermined variable display pattern (for example, variable patterns PA1-1 to PA1-4 without reach effect) and a specific variable display pattern (for example, reach effect) having a longer variable display period than the predetermined variable display pattern. A step in a variable display pattern determining means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns including the accompanying variable patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3, PB2-1 to PB2-3). The variable display pattern determining means can determine the specific variable display pattern regardless of whether the variable display display result is the specific display result or not. (See FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8), and when the display result of the variable display is the specific display result, the ratio of determining the specific variable display pattern is higher than that of the predetermined variable display pattern (FIG. 8-7). (See (A)), the predetermined period before the special condition is satisfied (for example, the variable period in which the remaining number of times until the relief time is 10 times or less) is the period before the predetermined period (for example, until the relief time is shortened). When the display result of the variable display does not become the specific display result, the ratio of determining the specific variable display pattern is lower than that of the variable period in which the remaining number of times is 11 or more (FIGS. 8-7 (B) and 8). -8 (F), (G) may be referred to). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

In addition, in the case of the variable period in which the number of remaining times until the relief time is reduced to 10 times or less, the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened is larger than in the case of the variable period in which the number of times remaining until the relief time is 11 or more. It may be assumed that the execution rate of the suggestion effect is high. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest and suppress the occurrence of disadvantages for the player due to the player stopping the game when the number of remaining times until the relief time is short is small.

(3-14) Execution of step 105 IWS802A in the effect control CPU 120, which can execute the advance notice effect for notifying that the specific display result will be derived and displayed when the variable display is being executed. The advance notice effect executing means can execute the advance notice effect in both the case where the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result and the case where the display result does not become the specific display result (FIG. 8-28). (See (A) and (B)), the ratio of executing the advance notice effect is higher in the case where the display result of the variable display is the specific display result than in the case where the display result is not the specific display result (Fig. 8-28 (A). ), (B)), the advance notice effect is executed when the display result of the variable display does not become the specific display result in the predetermined period before the special condition is satisfied than in the period before the predetermined period. The ratio may be low (see FIGS. 8-28 (A) and (B)). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(3-15) Execution of step 105 IWS802A in the effect control CPU 120, which can execute the advance notice effect for notifying that the specific display result will be derived and displayed when the variable display is being executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120). The notice effect executing means includes a specific mode (for example, "red") and a predetermined mode (for example, "red") in both cases where the display result of the variable display is a specific display result and a case where the display result is not a specific display result. For example, "blue") can be used to execute the advance notice effect (see FIGS. 8-28 (C) and (D)), and when the display result of the variable display is a specific display result, a specific mode is used rather than a predetermined mode. The ratio of executing the advance notice effect is high (see FIGS. 8-28 (C) and (D)), and the variable display is displayed in the predetermined period before the special condition is satisfied than in the period before the predetermined period. When the result is not a specific display result, the ratio of executing the advance notice effect depending on the specific mode may be low (see FIGS. 8-28 (C) and (D)). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

In addition, the configuration of the gaming machine shown in the following (4) and (5) may be applied to the feature portion 105IW and each modification.

(4) A predetermined suggestion effect execution means capable of executing the predetermined suggestion effect when the variable display is executed, and a special notification for notifying that the control of the special state is started based on the establishment of the special condition. The special notification effect executing means capable of executing the effect may be further provided, and the predetermined suggestion effect executing means may have a common ratio of executing the predetermined suggestion effect in the period before the special condition is satisfied. For example, no effect suggesting the number of times remaining until the relief time is shortened, no variable effect is performed according to the ratio regardless of the number of times remaining until the relief time, and a special notification effect is produced when the number of times remaining until the relief time becomes 0. For example, by performing the time saving rushing effect), the time saving rushing effect is suddenly started for the player, so that the player can be surprised and the interest can be improved.

(5) A variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern from a plurality of variable display patterns is provided, and the variable display pattern determining means can be determined when the special condition is satisfied, even before the special condition is satisfied. A special notification effect that can execute a special notification effect that notifies that the control of the special state is started after the non-specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display in which the display pattern is determined and the special condition is satisfied. It may be provided with additional means of execution. For example, in the out-of-range fluctuation in which the number of remaining times until the relief time is reduced to 0, the same fluctuation pattern as the out-of-bounds fluctuation before the remaining number of times until the relief time is reduced is selected to perform a normal deviation effect, and the fluctuation is generated. It is possible to improve the interest by performing an effect of notifying that the relief time has been shortened at the timing after the end (for example, the timing when the next fluctuation pattern designation command or the customer waiting demo designation command is received).

In addition, the configuration of the gaming machine shown in the following (means 1A) to (means 1E-2) may be applied to the feature portion 105IW and each modification.

(Means 1A) An advantageous advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A game machine that can be controlled to a state) and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than a normal state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17). Based on the execution of step 105IWS166 and step 105IWS173 in the control computer 100, the portion in which step 105IWS537 is executed in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and the variable display. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the part that executes step 105 IWS71 in the game control computer 100) and the state control means are updated by the update means. When the special condition is satisfied, the numerical information becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times, so that the special state can be controlled (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, step 105 IWS74 in the game control microcomputer 100, The part that executes step 105IWS75, the part that executes step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17), the updating means is the case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed. It is characterized in that the numerical information is updated depending on whether the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100). To do. According to such a configuration, the relief of the player can be suitably realized. Specifically, even if the game state changes and the variable display of any identification information is executed, the numerical information is continuously updated, so that the player can be easily rescued and the motivation for the game is increased. Can be done.

In this example, the case where the initial value is set in the relief time reduction counter when a big hit occurs is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, multiple types of jackpots (big hits that are not given time reduction, jackpots with a small number of game balls acquired, jackpots with the second special symbol, etc.) are provided, and the initial value of the relief time reduction counter is not set for some jackpots. It may be configured as follows.

In this example, the case where the first special symbol is mainly changed in the normal state is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the number of reserved memories may be increased so that both the first special symbol and the second special symbol fluctuate in the normal state.

(Means 2A) In the means 1A, the special condition is satisfied based on the fact that a predetermined display result (for example, an outlier symbol) different from the specific display result is continuously derived and displayed a special number of times as the display result of the variable display (means 2A). For example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes step 105IWS63, step 105IWS71, step 105IWS74, and step 105IWS75, and as shown in FIG. 8-17, the game control microcomputer. It may be configured to execute step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in 100). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the game because the display result, which is disadvantageous to the player, is relieved when the display result is continuously derived and displayed.

(Means 3A) In the means 1A or the means 2A, the updating means updates the numerical information when the variable display is executed even in a state different from the normal state (for example, a probabilistic state, a time saving state) (for example, FIG. 8). As shown in -17, it may be configured to execute step 105 IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100). According to such a configuration, the relief of the player can be suitably realized. Specifically, the numerical information is updated fairly, and even after being controlled to the special state, it can be controlled to the special state again, so that it can be controlled to the special state until it is substantially controlled to the advantageous state. As a result, the investment of the player can be suppressed and the disadvantage to the player can be prevented.

In this example, the case where the relief time reduction counter is updated based on the low probability low base (normal state), the high probability high base (probability variation state), and the low probability high base (time reduction state) is shown. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, the relief time reduction counter is updated in all four states of low probability low base (normal state), high probability high base (probability change state), low probability high base (time reduction state), and high probability low base (latent probability change). It may be configured as follows. In this case, it can be applied to a gaming machine that executes a lottery for falling to a normal state in a probabilistic state.

In this example, the case where the second special symbol is preferentially digested is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, a variable winning ball device 6B is provided at the first starting winning opening, a high probability low base (small hit RUSH) in which small hits occur frequently is provided, and the game balls are digested in the order of winning, the first special symbol and the second special. The symbols may be configured to fluctuate at the same time.

In this example, the case where the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to provide only the first special symbol.

(Means 4A) In any of means 1A to means 3A, the updating means sets numerical information as an initial value when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-16, a game control microcomputer. The part that executes step 105IWS135 in 100, the part that executes step 105IWS144, and the part that executes step 105IWS167 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17) may be configured. According to such a configuration, when the player is controlled in an advantageous state, the situation becomes advantageous for the player, and it is not necessary to rescue the player, so that it is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming higher than necessary.

(Means 5A) In the means 4A, the predetermined condition is to be controlled in an advantageous state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-16, a portion for executing step 105 IWS 135 in the game control microcomputer 100). It may have been done. According to such a configuration, when the player is controlled in an advantageous state, the situation becomes advantageous for the player, and it is not necessary to rescue the player, so that it is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming higher than necessary.

(Means 6A) In the means 4A, the state control means can control the special state when a special display result (for example, a time saving deviation) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed in the normal state (for example, FIG. 8). As shown in -17, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing step 105 IWS166), the predetermined condition is that the special display result is derived and displayed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17, the game is played. It may be configured to execute step 105 IWS 167 in the control microcomputer 100). According to such a configuration, when it is controlled to a special state, it becomes an advantageous situation for the player, and it is not necessary to rescue the player, so that it is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming higher than necessary.

(Means 7A) In the means 4A, the predetermined condition is that the variable display is executed a special number of times (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-16, the portion where the game control microcomputer 100 executes step 105 IWS 144). It may be configured in. According to such a configuration, it is possible to substantially control the special state until the next advantageous state, so that the degree of relief of the player can be increased.

(Means 8A) The means 4A includes a backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding numerical information to be updated by the update means even if the power supply is stopped when the power supply is stopped. , Set the numerical information held by the backup storage means to the initial value when a specific condition is satisfied (for example, execution of the initialization process) (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-11, the game control microcomputer. (Part of executing step 105IWS12 in 100), a predetermined condition is that a specific condition is satisfied (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-11, a part of executing step 105IWS8 and step 105IWS12 in the game control microcomputer 100). ) May be configured. According to such a configuration, when the initialization is performed in the amusement park, if the numerical information up to the special number of times is retained, it may be too disadvantageous for the amusement park, so it is operated for the amusement park. Can be made easier.

(Means 9A) In any of the means 1A to the means 8A, an effect control means corresponding to variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 7, a portion for executing steps S170 to S172 in the effect control CPU 120) is provided. The control means can control the special state for a specific period of the special number or more based on the execution of the variable display of the special number (for example, in step 105IWS172 shown in FIG. 8-17, the time reduction counter has 801 or more. (Set a value), it is possible to control the special state for a specific period again based on the execution of the variable display of the special number of times in the special state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the game control microcomputer. Step 105IWS74 in 100, a part for executing step 105IWS75, a part for executing step 105IWS172 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17), the effect control means is the first specific period and the first specific period. It may be configured to perform a different effect during the second specific period. According to such a configuration, when the special state is controlled in the second specific period, the situation is not controlled to the advantageous state for a long period of time, so measures such as shortening the execution time of the variable display should be taken. By changing the production mode, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest of the game.

(Means 10A) In any of the means 1A to the means 8A, an effect control means corresponding to variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 7, a portion for executing steps S170 to S172 in the effect control CPU 120) is provided. The control means can control the special state for a specific period of the special number or more based on the execution of the variable display of the special number (for example, in step 105IWS172 shown in FIG. 8-17, the time reduction counter has 801 or more. (Set a value), and based on the execution of the variable display of the special number of times in the special state, it is possible to control the special state again for a specific period (for example, as shown in FIG. Step 105IWS74 in 100, a part for executing step 105IWS75, a part for executing step 105IWS172 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17), the effect control means is the first specific period and the first specific period. It may be configured to execute a common effect during the second specific period. According to such a configuration, when the special state is controlled in the second specific period, the advantageous state is not controlled for a long period of time. Therefore, by intentionally performing the same effect, the advantageous state is obtained for a long period of time. It is possible to prevent the player from being unnecessarily aware of the uncontrolled situation, and it is possible to prevent the player from being less interested in the game.

Further, the features 105IW and each modification disclose the configurations of the gaming machines shown in (means 1B-1) and (means 1B-2) to (means 5B) shown below.

(Means 1B-1) An advantageous advantageous state (for example,) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A gaming area that is a game machine that can be controlled to a jackpot game state) and can divide the game medium into a first path (for example, a left-handed path) and a second path (for example, a right-handed path). Steps 105IWS166 and 105IWS173 in the game control computer 100, as shown in FIG. 8-17, for state control means that can control a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than in the normal state. The part to be executed, as shown in FIG. 8-21, the part to execute step 105 IWS537 in the game control microcomputer 100, and the updating means (for example, the part where the numerical information can be updated based on the execution of the variable display). As shown in FIG. 8-13, a game required to execute a plurality of types of processes including a part for executing step 105 IWS71 in the game control microcomputer 100), variable display control, and advantageous state control. A process execution means (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, a portion for executing step S25 in the game control computer 100) that updates a data value indicating a progress state and executes a process corresponding to the data value. In addition, the state control means can control the special state when the special condition is satisfied by the numerical information updated by the update means becoming a specific value corresponding to the special number of times (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13). In addition, a portion for executing step 105IWS74 and step 105IWS75 in the game control microcomputer 100, and a portion for executing step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17), the updating means is Numerical information is updated depending on whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the game control microcomputer 100 The process executing means executes the first process related to the variable display when the data value is the first numerical value (for example, as shown in FIG. 5, the step in the game control computer 100). The part where S110 to S113 are executed), the data value is different from the first numerical value When the second numerical value is used, the second process relating to the advantageous state is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 5, the portion where steps S114 to S117 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100), and the data values are the first numerical value and the first numerical value. When the third numerical value is different from the second numerical value, the state control means executes the third process for controlling to the special state based on the establishment of the special condition, and in the normal state, the game medium is launched to the first path to play the game. It is performed, and in a special state, the game medium is launched to the second path to perform the game, and during the execution of the third process, the launch promotion notification to the effect that the game medium should be launched to the second path is executed. It is characterized by having means. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, by performing the launch promotion notification to the second path before being controlled to the special state, it is possible to execute an effect related to the launch promotion notification early when the special state is controlled.

(Means 1B-2) An advantageous advantageous state (for example,) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. As shown in FIG. 8-17, which is a game machine that can be controlled to a jackpot game state) and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display is more likely to be executed than in a normal state. , The part where step 105IWS166 and step 105IWS173 are executed in the game control computer 100, and the part where step 105IWS537 is executed in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and the variable display is executed. Update means (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100), variable display control, and advantageous state control are provided. A process execution means (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, for game control) that updates a data value indicating a game progress state required to execute a plurality of types of processes including the computer and executes a process corresponding to the data value. The state control means is provided with (a portion for executing step S25 in the microcomputer 100), and the state control means is put into a special state when a special condition is satisfied by the numerical information updated by the update means becoming a specific value corresponding to a special number of times. It is controllable (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, a portion for executing step 105IWS74 and step 105IWS75 in the game control computer 100, and a step in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-17. 105IWS172, the part where step 105IWS173 is executed), the updating means updates the numerical information between the case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed and the case where the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, FIG. As shown in 8-13, the process executing means executes the first process related to the variable display when the data value is the first numerical value (for example, the portion that executes step 105 IWS 67 in the game control computer 100) (for example, FIG. As shown in FIG. 5 (the portion where steps S110 to S113 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100), when the data value is a second numerical value different from the first numerical value, the second process regarding the advantageous state is executed (for example, FIG. As shown in 5, the game control microcomputer 100 Steps S114 to S117), when the data value is a third numerical value different from the first numerical value and the second numerical value, the state control means performs a third process for controlling the special state based on the establishment of the special condition. It is characterized in that it is provided with an effect executing means for executing a notification effect for executing and notifying that the third process is controlled to a special state. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, by performing the launch promotion notification to the second path before being controlled to the special state, it is possible to execute an effect related to the launch promotion notification early when the special state is controlled.

In this example, the case where the processing related to the big hit is prioritized is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to give priority to the process related to the variable display and the process related to the relief time reduction.

In this example, the case of right-handed notification in the next fluctuation postponement processing, which is the third processing, is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to execute only the mode transition effect suggesting the transition to the time saving state without performing the right-handed notification.

(Means 2B) In the means 1B-1 and the means 1B-2, the processing executing means executes the second processing after the first processing when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the variable display in which the special condition is satisfied (means 2B). For example, as shown in FIG. 8-16, when step 105IWS133 in the game control microcomputer 100 is Y, step 105IWS140 may be executed and step 105IWS114 may not be executed). According to such a configuration, since the control of the advantageous state is prioritized, the result is not disadvantageous to the player, and the deterioration of the interest of the game can be suppressed.

(Means 3B) In means 1B-1, means 1B-2 or means 2B, the updating means updates the numerical information when the variable display is started (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, for game control. (Part of executing step 105 IWS71 in the microcomputer 100), the processing execution means changes the special information from the first information to the second information when the numerical information updated by the updating means becomes a specific value (for example, FIG. 8). As shown in -17, the part that executes step 105 IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100) changes the special information from the second information to the first information when the state control means controls the special state (for example, FIG. As shown in 8-16, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes step 105 IWS145) executes different processing when the special information is the first information and when the special information is the second information (for example, FIG. As shown in 8-14, it may be configured to execute step 105 IWS 1714 in the game control microcomputer 100). According to such a configuration, the process of shifting to the special state can be suitably executed by managing the special information.

(Means 4B) Means 3B includes variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern for variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 5, a portion that executes step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100) and is variable. The display pattern determining means determines a variable display pattern that differs depending on whether the special information is the first information or the second information (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-14, step 105 IWS1714 in the game control microcomputer 100. The part that executes) may be configured. According to such a configuration, the effect can be suitably executed when the variable display of a special number of times is executed.

(Means 5B) Means 3B includes variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern for variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 5, a portion that executes step S111 in the game control microcomputer 100) and is variable. The display pattern determining means determines a variable display pattern in which the confirmation time of the display result differs depending on whether the special information is the first information or the second information (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-15, for game control. It may be configured to execute step 105IWS1128 and step 105IWS1130 in the microcomputer 100). According to such a configuration, the effect can be suitably executed when the variable display of a special number of times is executed.

Further, the features 105IW and each modification disclose the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means 1C) to (means 6C).

(Means 1C) An advantageous advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A game control means (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 that executes step S25) and a variable display, which is a game machine that can be controlled to a state) and can control the game. (For example, as shown in FIG. 7, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps S170 to S172, as shown in FIG. 8-27, step 105 IWS807 in the effect control CPU 120. The game control means can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which the variable display is more likely to be executed than the normal state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17). In addition, step 105IWS166 in the game control computer 100, a part for executing step 105IWS173, and a part for executing step 105IWS537 in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and variable display are executed. Based on this, the updating means that can update the numerical information (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the part that executes step 105IWS71 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the state controlled by the state control means The state control means includes a state information control means for controlling the identifiable state information, and the state control means is put into a special state after being controlled to an advantageous state based on the derivation display of the specific display result as the display result of the variable display. It is controllable (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-12, the part where step 105IWS64 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100), and the numerical information updated by the updating means becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times. It is possible to control the special state when the special condition is satisfied (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS74 and step 105IWS75 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100, as shown in FIG. 8-17. (Part of executing step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173) in the game control microcomputer 100), the updating means includes a case where the variable display of the first identification information is executed and a case where the variable display of the second identification information is executed. Update the numerical information with (Example For example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the state information control means sets the state information as the first numerical value in the normal state (for example, FIG. 8-). As shown in 16, the part where step 105IWS145 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100, that is, the time saving flags A and C are not set, and the corresponding data is “0”), as the display result of the variable display. When the specific display result is controlled to the advantageous state based on the derivation display and then controlled to the special state, the state information is set as the second numerical value (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-21, the game control micro. When the part that executes step 105 IWS537 in the computer 100, that is, the time saving flag A is set and the data corresponding to the time saving flag A is "1") and is controlled to the special state based on the establishment of the special condition. The state information is set to a third numerical value different from the first numerical value and the second numerical value (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17, a portion for executing step 105 IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100, that is, a time saving flag C is set. The data corresponding to the time saving flag C is "1"), the game control means can transmit specific information to the effect control means, and when it is in a special state, the state information is the second numerical value and the second numerical value. It is possible to transmit specific information according to the case of three numerical values (for example, the part shown in FIG. 8-10 and the part where step 105IWS540 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21. , A portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing step 105 IWS 174), as shown in FIG. 8-17. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, since different gaming states can be suitably identified, control becomes easy, and if specific information is also changed at that time, the effect can be preferably executed when the effect control means executes different effects.

In this example, the case where the time saving state A designation command and the time saving state C designation command are transmitted as specific information is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the background specification command and the fluctuation pattern command are configured to be transmitted in a mode that can be identified as being in the time saving state via the jackpot, the time saving state via the time saving loss, or the time saving state via the relief time saving. May be good. In addition, for example, when a big hit occurs, a big hit start designation command (fanfare designation command) or a jackpot end designation command (ending designation command) is transmitted in different modes depending on the game state, and depending on which command is received. It may be configured so that the fanfare period and the ending period change.

(Means 2C) In the means 1C, the state information control means transfers the state information to the first numerical value, the second numerical value, and the second numerical value when the special condition is satisfied again after being controlled to the special state based on the establishment of the special condition. It may be configured to have a fourth numerical value different from the third numerical value (for example, a portion for executing step 105 IWS166 in the game control microcomputer 100). With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, since different gaming states can be suitably identified, control becomes easy, and if specific information is also changed at that time, the effect can be preferably executed when the effect control means executes different effects.

(Means 3C) In the means 1C or the means 2C, the effect control means controls the state control means to a special state based on the derivation and display of the specific display result, and the state control means satisfies the special condition. The effect may be different from that when the special state is controlled based on the above (for example, the effect control CPU 120 may be configured to execute steps 105 IWS634 and S638). According to such a configuration, the variable display in the special state controlled by the establishment of the special condition can be efficiently digested, so that it becomes possible to execute the production according to the situation and improve the interest of the game. be able to.

(Means 4C) In any of the means 1C to the means 3C, the effect control means controls the state control means to a special state based on the derivation and display of the specific display result, and the state control means is special. It is possible to execute a common effect when the condition is controlled based on the condition being satisfied (for example, the effect control CPU 120 displays a common background image in step 105IWS634 and step 105IWS638). It may be configured in. According to such a configuration, it becomes possible to make the production in the controlled special state the same every time when the special condition is satisfied, which prevents an increase in development cost because a new production is not required. At the same time, the interest of the game can be improved because the player is not confused.

(Means 5C) In any of the means 1C to the means 4C, the state control means can control the special state when a special display result (for example, a time saving deviation) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed in the normal state. Yes (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17, the part that executes step 105 IWS166 in the game control microcomputer 100), the effect control means is based on the fact that the state control means derives and displays the special display result. It is possible to execute different effects depending on whether the state control means is controlled to the special state or the state control means is controlled to the special state based on the establishment of the special condition (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is set to step 105IWS636). It may be configured to execute S638). According to such a configuration, the variable display in the special state controlled by the establishment of the special condition can be efficiently digested, so that it becomes possible to execute the production according to the situation and improve the interest of the game. be able to.

(Means 6C) In any of the means 1C to the means 4C, the state control means can control the special state when a special display result different from the specific display result is derived and displayed in the normal state, and the effect control means can control the effect. It is common when the state control means controls the special state based on the fact that the special display result is derived and displayed, and when the state control means controls the special state based on the satisfaction of the special condition. The effect may be executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 may display a common background image in step 105IWS636 and step 105IWS638). According to such a configuration, it becomes possible to make the production in the controlled special state the same every time when the special condition is satisfied, which prevents an increase in development cost because a new production is not required. At the same time, the interest of the game can be improved because the player is not confused.

Further, the features 105IW and each modification disclose the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means 1D) to (means 4D).

(Means 1D) An advantageous advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A game control means (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 that executes step S25) and a variable display, which is a game machine that can be controlled to a state) and can control the game. (For example, as shown in FIG. 7, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps S170 to S172, and as shown in FIG. 8-27, step 105 IWS807 in the effect control CPU 120. The game control means can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which the variable display is more likely to be executed than the normal state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-17). In addition, step 105IWS166 in the game control computer 100, a part for executing step 105IWS173, and a part for executing step 105IWS537 in the game control computer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and variable display are executed. Based on this, when the numerical information can be updated (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the part where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100) and the power supply is stopped. The state control means includes a backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding numerical information regarding the number of times the variable display is executed, and the state control means is special because the numerical information updated by the update means becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times. When the condition is satisfied, it is possible to control the special state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS74 and step 105IWS75 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100, as shown in FIG. 8-17. , Step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100), the updating means depends on whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed. The numerical information is updated (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100), and the game control means directs and controls predetermined information when the power supply is started. Can be sent to means (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-11, the part that executes step 105 IWS 11 in the game control microcomputer 100), and the effect control means started the power supply based on the reception of the predetermined information. It is characterized in that it is possible to execute a suggestion effect regarding the number of times the variable display is executed in a predetermined period later (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-22, a portion where step 105 IWS630 is executed in the effect control CPU 120). With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, it is possible to give the player a motivation to play a game from the start of business of the game hall, and to increase the operating rate of the game machine.

In this example, the initial appearance is shown as a suggestion effect regarding the number of times the variable display is executed, but the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, it may be configured to execute a change in the background, an effect during fluctuation up to 100 rotations, and a suggestion effect by displaying on a demo screen or a menu screen.

When a command for specifying initialization (S9 in FIG. 8-11) is transmitted, the effect control CPU 120 may be configured to recognize the number of times until the relief time is shortened as an initial value and execute the effect. ..

(Means 2D) In the means 1D, the game control means can transmit specific information that can identify the numerical information held by the backup storage means to the effect control means when the power supply is started (for example, FIG. As shown in 8-11, it may be configured to execute step 105 IWS 11 in the game control microcomputer 100). With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, it is possible to give the player a motivation to play a game from the start of business of the game hall, increase the operating rate of the game machine, and suppress the increase in the processing load.

In this example, a command that can specify the value of the relief time reduction counter is transmitted at the time of recovery, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, 1 to 99 rotations can be specified in 100 rotation units, 100 to 199 rotations can be specified, ... 500 to 599 rotations can be specified, and so on. If the value of the time reduction counter is 128 or more, it cannot be specified, but if it is 127 or less, a identifiable command may be transmitted.

(Means 3D) In means 1D or means 2D, the game control means can transmit specific information to the effect control means in connection with the execution of the variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-14). (Part of executing step 105 IWS1717 in the game control microcomputer 100), the effect control means can execute a special effect related to being controlled to a special state based on the establishment of a special condition based on specific information (a part that executes a special effect). For example, as shown in FIG. 8-27, it is possible to specify that the difference between the number of times the variable display is executed and the number of special times is equal to or less than a predetermined value as the specific information (the part where the step 105 IWS804 is executed in the effect control CPU 120). Second specific information that can specify that the difference between the first specific information (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, the command for specifying the number of times of relief time 1) and the number of executions of the variable display and the special number is larger than a predetermined value. And (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a command for specifying the number of times of relief time 2) may be configured to include. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, by periodically suggesting a function to a player, it is possible to reduce the risk of unknowingly causing a loss and preferably realize processing related to specific information.

In this example, when the difference between the number of times the variable display is executed and the number of special times is larger than a predetermined value, the second specific information, the rescue time reduction number 2 designation command, is transmitted. I can't be limited. For example, when the difference between the number of times the variable display is executed and the number of special times is larger than a predetermined value, the second specific information, the relief time reduction number 2 specified command, may not be transmitted.

(Means 4D) In any of means 1D to means 3D, the effect control means is controlled to a special state when a special condition is satisfied based on the execution of the first predetermined number of variable displays less than the special number of times. It is possible to execute a suggestion effect suggesting that (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-29, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 105 IWS847, FIGS. 8-35 (I) to 8-36 (M). )), It is possible to execute the suggestion effect every time the second predetermined number of variable displays, which is less than the first predetermined number, is executed before the special number of variable displays is executed (for example, in FIGS. 8-27). As shown, the portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 105IWS804 may be configured as shown in FIGS. 8-33 (A) to 8-34 (E). With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, by periodically suggesting a function to a player, the risk of unknowingly causing a loss can be reduced.

In this example, the case where the effect is executed based on the count value of the relief time reduction counter is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the effect control CPU 120 may be configured to count the number of fluctuations and execute the effect after resetting the relief time reduction counter.

Further, the features 105IW and each of the modified examples disclose the configurations of the gaming machines shown in the following (means 1E-1) and (means 1E-2).

(Means 1E-1) An advantageous advantageous state (for example,) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A game machine that can be controlled to a jackpot game state) and a game control means that can control the game (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, a portion that executes step S25 in the effect control CPU 120). The effect control means for controlling the effect corresponding to the variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 7, the portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps S170 to S172, and as shown in FIG. 8-27, the effect control CPU 120. A state control means (for example, FIG. 8-17) including a step 105 (a portion for executing IWS807) and a game control means capable of controlling a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which a variable display is more likely to be executed than a normal state. As shown, the part where step 105IWS166 and step 105IWS173 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100, and the part where step 105IWS537 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and the variable display are executed. When the power supply is stopped and the updating means (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the part where the step 105 IWS 71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100) that can update the numerical information based on the above. In addition, a backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding numerical information regarding the number of times the variable display is executed, and backup storage including information regarding the number of times the predetermined display result is continuously derived and displayed when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The state control means includes an initialization means capable of initializing the stored contents of the means (for example, a portion for executing step S8 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-11), and the state control means is an update means. When the special condition is satisfied, the numerical information updated by the player becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times, so that the special state can be controlled (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, in the game control microcomputer 100. Step 105IWS74, a part for executing step 105IWS75, as shown in FIG. 8-17, a part for executing step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100), the updating means is executed by variable display of the first identification information. When it is done The numerical information is updated depending on the case where the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100), and the effect control means is , When the state control means controls the special state based on the establishment of the special condition before the specific display result is derived and displayed after the storage contents of the backup storage means are initialized, and when the backup storage means is stored. After the content is initialized and the specific display result is derived and displayed, different effects are executed when the special state is controlled by the state control means based on the establishment of the special condition and when the special state is controlled in. It is characterized by that. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, since it is possible to grasp that the stored contents of the backup storage means have been initialized, factors such as guessing the set value are increased, and the fun of the game can be improved.

(Means 1E-2) An advantageous advantageous state (for example,) based on the fact that the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed. A game machine that can be controlled to a jackpot game state) and a game control means that can control the game (for example, as shown in FIG. 4, a portion that executes step S25 in the effect control CPU 120). The effect control means for controlling the effect corresponding to the variable display (for example, as shown in FIG. 7, the portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing steps S170 to S172, and as shown in FIG. 8-27, the effect control CPU 120. A state control means (for example, FIG. 8-17) including a step 105 (a portion for executing IWS807) and a game control means capable of controlling a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which a variable display is more likely to be executed than a normal state. As shown, the part where step 105IWS166 and step 105IWS173 are executed in the game control microcomputer 100, and the part where step 105IWS537 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-21) and the variable display are executed. When the power supply is stopped and the updating means (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the part where the step 105 IWS 71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100) that can update the numerical information based on the above. In addition, a backup storage means (for example, RAM 102) capable of holding numerical information regarding the number of times the variable display is executed, and backup storage including information regarding the number of times the predetermined display result is continuously derived and displayed when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The state control means includes an initialization means capable of initializing the stored contents of the means (for example, a portion for executing step S8 in the game control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. 8-14), and the state control means is an update means. When the special condition is satisfied, the numerical information updated by the player becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times, so that the special state can be controlled (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, in the game control microcomputer 100. Step 105IWS74, a part for executing step 105IWS75, as shown in FIG. 8-17, a part for executing step 105IWS172 and step 105IWS173 in the game control microcomputer 100), the updating means is executed by variable display of the first identification information. When it is done The numerical information is updated depending on the case where the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13, the portion where step 105IWS71 is executed in the game control microcomputer 100), and the effect control means is , When the state control means controls the special state based on the establishment of the special condition before the specific display result is derived and displayed after the storage contents of the backup storage means are initialized, and when the backup storage means is stored. Performing different effects after the specific display result is derived and displayed after the content is initialized and then controlled to the special state by the state control means based on the establishment of the special condition and after being controlled to the special state. It is characterized by. With such a configuration, it is possible to enable suitable control even if new functions are installed and the specifications are complicated. For example, since it is possible to grasp that the stored contents of the backup storage means have been initialized, factors such as guessing the set value are increased, and the fun of the game can be improved.

In this example, the case where only the fluctuation pattern table B is used after the RAM is cleared is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to be used with a plurality of fluctuation pattern tables as in the case of after a big hit.

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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of executing variable display of the first identification information and variable display of the second identification information, and controlling to an advantageous advantageous state based on the derivation display of the specific display result.
A state control means that can control a special state in which variable display is easier to execute than the normal state,
An update method that can update numerical information based on the execution of variable display,
A variable display execution means that can execute variable display based on the fact that the start condition is satisfied and the start condition is satisfied.
A hold storage means that can store information related to variable display as hold information when the start condition is satisfied but the start condition is not met.
A backup storage means that can hold numerical information and hold information when the power supply is stopped,
An initialization means capable of initializing the stored contents of the backup storage means when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and an initialization means.
A recovery means capable of executing recovery control for recovering the numerical information updated by the update means and the hold information stored by the hold storage means based on the stored contents of the backup storage means when the power supply is started. , With
The state control means
The numerical information updated by the update means becomes a specific value corresponding to the special number of times of execution of the variable display, so that the special state can be controlled when the special condition is satisfied.
After the recovery control is executed, the special state can be controlled when the special condition is satisfied based on the execution of the variable display corresponding to the recovered hold information.
The updating means is a gaming machine characterized in that numerical information is updated depending on whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed.

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