JP2021087498A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game for realizing sound game properties by suppressing a speculative property.SOLUTION: A variation in a first special pattern based on entry into a first start winning hole provided in a left area and a variation in a second special pattern based on entry into a second start winning hole provided in a right area are executable in order of satisfaction of a start condition, control is performed to a small win game state with a higher ratio when a variation in the second special pattern is performed than when a variation in the first special pattern is performed, control is performed to a big win game state based on passage of game balls through a V winning hole in a small win game state, special output capable of identifying the fact that game balls should be shot toward a right area in a time-shortening state is outputted, specific output capable of identifying the fact that game balls should be shot toward a left area during a remaining credit game period after completion of a time-shortening state is outputted, a long variation is performed in a second time-shortening state as a variation in the first special pattern, and a long variation is not performed in a first time-shortening state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-35

Description

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

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display 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, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, 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.

Further, in a gaming machine in which information related to identification information can be stored as a hold memory and can be controlled into a normal state and a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which variable display of identification information is more likely to occur than in the normal state. It is controlled to a special state after the end of the advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state), the hold memory is stored in the special state, and the hold memory is controlled based on the hold memory in the normal state controlled after the end of the special state. (See, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2018-149189 (Fig. 6)

However, since the configuration can be controlled to the advantageous state a plurality of times in a short period of time, there is a risk that the gambling property becomes excessively high.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that suppresses the improvement of gambling and realizes sound game playability.

The gaming machine according to the present invention can perform variable display of identification information (for example, fluctuation of the first special symbol, variation of the second special symbol), and can control the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player. A first pass area (for example, first start) provided at a position where a game medium (for example, a game ball) that is a game machine and passes through a specific path (for example, a first path (left-handed path)) can pass through. The winning opening), the second passing area (for example, the second starting winning opening) provided at a position where the game medium passing through the special route (for example, the second path (right-handed route)) can pass, and the identification information. As a variable display of, the first start condition (for example, the special symbol has not been changed and the first hold memory is stored instead of the big hit game state and the small hit game state) is satisfied. The variable display of the first identification information (for example, the fluctuation of the first special symbol) and the second starting condition (for example, the special symbol is not changed, and the jackpot game state and the small hit game state are not changed, but the first Variable display execution means (for example, game control micro) capable of performing variable display of the second identification information (for example, variation of the second special symbol) based on the establishment of 2 holding storage). A portion of the computer 100 that executes steps 093IWS110-S113), a first hold storage means (for example, a first random number storage buffer) that can store information related to the variable display of the first identification information as a first hold storage, and a first. 2 A second holding storage means (for example, a second random number storage buffer) that can store information related to the variable display of identification information as a second holding storage, and a special result (for example, a small hit symbol) are displayed as a display result of the variable display. A special state control means (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 093IWS114 to S116) that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a small hit game state) different from the advantageous state based on the fact that the information is played. Steps 093IWS117 to S120 in the game control microcomputer 100 are executed in the advantageous state control means (for example, the game control microcomputer 100) that can control the advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through the predetermined area (for example, the V winning opening) in the special state. Part) and special state control means (for example, in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of controlling a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which a second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than a non-special state (for example, a normal state). Step 093IWS164, S537B, S53 7C execution part) and a special output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 3) capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward a special path in a special state, and causing the right-handed LED093IW10 to emit light. , The part that executes step 093IWS35 or step 093IWS1125, S134A, S138A in the game control microcomputer 100 that can execute the right-handed notification LED093IW20 to emit light and execute the right-handed notification effect. .. Alternatively, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS658. ) And the special period (for example, the residual hold digestion period) in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed, which is the period after the end of the special state. Specific output means (for example, game control) capable of executing a specific output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 1 or executing a left-handed notification effect) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward The portion of the microcomputer 100 for executing step 093IWS36 or step 093IWS661), the first starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passing region, and the second starting condition is , The variable display execution means is established based on the passage of the game medium through the second passage area, and the variable display execution means is the first in the order in which the start conditions are satisfied when the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored. When the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the variable display of the second identification information is performed, the special result is obtained at a higher rate than when the variable display of the first identification information is performed. It can be displayed (for example, the small hit symbol is not determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the small hit symbol can be determined as the display result of the variation of the second special symbol (see FIG. 8-4). The configuration may be such that the small hit can be controlled even when the first special symbol fluctuates. For example, the small hit probability when the first special symbol fluctuates is 1/100, and the small hit probability when the second special symbol fluctuates is 1. / 7 etc.), in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second time saving state), the variable display period of a predetermined period or longer is set as the variable display of the first identification information. Performs special variable display (for example, long variation (variation pattern PT3-1, 3-2) with a variation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds) (see FIG. 8-7 (C)), and variable display of the first identification information. In a special state controlled based on the above (for example, the first time saving state), the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (see FIG. 8-7 (B)), and among the plurality of variable display periods. One of the variable display periods is selected, and the identification information is variably displayed in the selected variable display period (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 performs step 093IWS1704 to perform the variation patterns PT1-1 to PT5-8. One of the fluctuation patterns is selected and the fluctuation is performed according to the fluctuation pattern), and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are obtained. The variable display period of the variable display of the second identification information is selected at a common selection ratio with the special state controlled based on the original state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 is in the first time saving state in step 093IWS1704. The variation pattern corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol may be selected by using the variation pattern table common to the case and the case of the second time saving state). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress gambling by reducing the ball ejection speed and realize sound playability, and at the same time, it is possible to reduce the interest in variable display of the second identification information in a special state. It can be suppressed.

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 093IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the special variable winning ball apparatus in feature part 093IW. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like in the feature part 093IW. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the big hit determination table, the small hit determination table, and the time saving loss determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit type determination table, the small hit type determination table, and the time saving number of times table. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of a small hit game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature part 093IW. It is a time chart which shows the effect content when the variation pattern PT3-1 and PT3-2 are selected. 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 explanatory drawing which shows the example of the external output signal which is externally output from a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interrupt processing for game control in a feature part 093IW. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a test terminal processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol process processing in the feature part 093IW. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit opening preprocessing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during small hit opening. It is a flowchart which shows the processing after closing small hit. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the hold continuous notice setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is explanatory drawing which shows the timing chart when the 1st special symbol is changed in the 2nd time saving state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of right-handed notification. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects in this feature part. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of various effects in this feature part.

(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, in synchronization with the first special figure game and the second special figure game, decorative symbols (such as symbols indicating numbers) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbols are displayed. 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 may be paid out and the first special figure game may be started.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

At the lower right position of the 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 hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by the player is attached to a predetermined position of the 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 game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state 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 becomes open. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

When the display result of the special figure game is "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 having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

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

(Board configuration)
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, for example, a power supply board. 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 or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, the parity bit and the checksum are used to determine whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

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

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

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

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

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information 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 start the execution of the round in the big hit game state and open the big winning opening based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and the upper limit number of executions for the round are set according to which type of jackpot is used. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a 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 093IW)
Next, the feature portion 093IW of this embodiment will be described. In the feature unit 093IW, the gaming state is controlled to either a normal state (non-time saving state) or a time saving state. In this example, in the time-saving state, the average special figure fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, and the average normal map fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, as compared with the normal state. There is a high probability that you will be hit by the average in the ordinary game. For example, while the probability of hitting a normal figure is 10% in the normal state, the probability of hitting a normal figure is increased to 90% in the time saving state, and a game ball wins in the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening). It will be easier to do. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, in the time saving state, the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) can be obtained by lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B as compared with the normal state. It may be configured so that the game ball can easily win a prize.

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

(Board composition)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature unit 093IW. In the pachinko game machine 1 in the feature unit 093IW, in the game area, the first path of the flow path through which the game ball flows down is mainly provided in the area on the left side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front, and the game is played. Of the flow paths through which the sphere flows, a second path different from the first path is mainly provided in the area on the right side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front.

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

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

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

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

As a structure in which the game ball divided into the right game area of the game area can enter, the passing gate 41, the variable winning ball device 6B constituting the second starting winning opening, and the special variable winning opening constituting the special winning opening A ball device 093IW17 and a special variable winning ball device 7 constituting a large winning opening are provided.

In the left game area, a game nail is planted so that the game ball is guided to the winning ball device 6A in the winning opening structure. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the winning ball device 6A, the player may hit the game ball to the left. Further, in the right game area, a game nail is provided so that the game ball is guided to the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17, and the special variable winning ball device 7 among the winning opening structures. It has been planted. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17, and the special variable winning ball device 7, the player can hit the game ball to the right. Good.

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

The special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is a device for determining V winning of a game ball, which is a condition for generating a big hit when a small hit occurs.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 093IW, 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 LED093IW10 is provided below the normal drawing hold indicator 25C. It is provided. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed notification LED093IW20 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

(Special variable winning ball device)
FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 in the feature unit 093IW. As shown in FIG. 8-2, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is provided with a plate-shaped bottom member 093IW17a formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows, and the bottom surface member 093IW17a is provided in the small hit game state. The special winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened by moving the bottom member 093IW17a backward from the closed state in which the bottom member 093IW17a is moved forward. The game ball that has won a prize in the special winning opening is detected by the special winning opening switch 093IW24.

In this example, when a game ball wins a prize in the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) and is detected by the count switch 23, 15 prize balls are obtained, whereas a special variable winning ball is obtained. When a game ball wins in the ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening) and is detected by the special winning opening switch 093IW24, three prize balls are obtained.

Further, the bottom member 093IW17a is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 093IW83 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

In the feature unit 093IW, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the game ball winning in the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening) is further provided with a guidance path to the right of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17. Guided by 093IW01. The guidance path 093IW01 is further branched into two paths 093IW02,03, and the game ball guided to the guidance path 093IW01 is guided to the left side path 093IW02 or the right side path 093IW03. The left route 093IW02 is a V winning opening, and the game ball that has won the V winning opening is detected by the V winning opening switch 093IW20a.

As shown in FIG. 8-2, a V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is provided near the entrance of the left side route 093IW02 (V winning opening), and the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is guided when the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is in the open state. The game ball guided to the route 093IW01 enters the left route 093IW02 (V winning opening), and the V winning opening is possible. Further, when the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is in the closed state, the game ball guided by the guidance path 093IW01 enters the right side path 093IW03 and is discharged to the back side of the game area.

The V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 093IW84 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, when controlled to the small hit game state, the game ball enters the V winning opening 093IW02 during the small hit gaming state, and is detected by the V winning opening switch 093IW20A. After the end of the small hit game, it is controlled to the big hit game state.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is formed with a plurality of regulation pieces for reducing the flow speed of the game ball flowing down on the bottom surface member 093IW17a. In this example, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is provided with a regulation piece, so that the game ball that flows down from the upper right to the lower left direction meanders with the movement of the front-back direction component, so that the flow direction of the game ball is changed. Let it change and delay the time it takes to flow down than it would be without the regulatory strip.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2, in the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening), the special winning opening switch 093IW24 is provided on the upstream side, and the V winning opening and the discharging port are provided on the downstream side. Although the case where the V winning opening switch 093IW20A is provided on the V winning opening side is shown, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the V winning opening side and the general winning opening side are branched on the upstream side of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening), and the V winning opening switch 093IW20A is provided on the V winning opening side, and is also general. The special winning opening switch 093IW24 may be provided on the winning opening side.

(Board configuration)
FIG. 8-3 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like in the feature unit 093IW. As shown in FIG. 8-3, in the feature unit 093IW, the switch circuit 110 includes a gate switch 093IW021, a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and a second start port switch 22B), a count switch 093IW023, and a special winning port. The detection signal from the switch 093IW24 and the V winning opening switch 093IW20a (such as a detection signal indicating that the game ball has passed or entered and the switch is turned on) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 sends a solenoid drive signal (for example, a solenoid 81, a solenoid 82, a solenoid 093IW83, a signal for turning on the solenoid 093IW84, etc.) from the game control microcomputer 100 to a solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or a big prize. It is transmitted to the solenoid 82 for the mouth door (special variable winning ball device 7), the solenoid 093IW83 for the special variable winning ball device 093IW17, and the solenoid 093IW84 for the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20.

Although not shown, the main board 11 has a space for mounting an external output signal terminal for outputting an external output signal, which will be described later, and a land required for soldering the external output signal terminal. , A wiring pattern for connecting the land and the CPU 103 is provided. External output signal terminals are attached and detached as needed.

(Big hit judgment table, small hit judgment table and time saving loss judgment table)
FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a time saving loss determination table. Of these, FIG. 8-4 (A) shows an example of a jackpot determination table. In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-4, the probability is about 1/200 regardless of whether the variable display of the first special symbol is executed or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. It is decided to make a big hit.

FIG. 8-4 (B) shows an example of a small hit determination table when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. Further, FIG. 8-4 (C) shows an example of a small hit determination table when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. As shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the small hit probability is 0%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (C), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, it is determined that the small hit is made with a probability of about 1/7.

FIG. 8-4 (D) shows an example of a time saving loss determination table. In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (D), about 1 / of both the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. It is decided that there is a 200 chance of losing time.

In the feature unit 093IW, even if the variation display result is out of order, the time saving state may be controlled based on the derivation display of the time saving out-of-time symbol. Hereinafter, the loss controlled in the time saving state based on the derivation display of the missing symbol may be referred to as the time saving loss, and the loss that is not the time saving loss may be referred to as the non-time saving loss.

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

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

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

FIG. 8-5 (C) shows a specific example of a jackpot time reduction table showing the number of time reductions for each type of jackpot. As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), the "6R time-saving jackpot A" is a jackpot that is controlled to the jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. In the normal state, if it becomes "6R time saving jackpot A", when it shifts to the time saving state, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished once, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are displayed. And is completed 5 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the time saving state is maintained until the next time saving is missed. In the case of "6R time saving jackpot A" in the time saving state, when the time saving state is changed again, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation of the second special symbol. The time saving state is maintained until the display is completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is missed.

Below, whether the variation display of the second special symbol is completed once, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed a total of five times, the next big hit occurs, or the next The time saving state that is maintained until the time saving is lost is sometimes referred to as "one time saving state". In addition, whether the variation display of the second special symbol is completed 7 times, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next The time saving state that is maintained until the time saving is lost is sometimes referred to as "7 times time saving state".

As shown in the figure, either the variation display of the second special symbol is completed once, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed a total of five times, or the next big hit occurs. It is described as "1 time" to control the time saving state until the next time saving is lost, and the variation display of the 2nd special symbol is finished 7 times or the variation display of the 1st special symbol is displayed. It is written as "7 times" to finish 20 times in total and to control the fluctuation display of the 2nd special symbol to the time saving state until the next big hit occurs or the next time saving is lost. ..

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), the "6R time-saving jackpot B" is a jackpot that is controlled to the jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. In either of the normal state and the time saving state, when "6R time saving jackpot B" is obtained, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times or the variation of the first special symbol is changed. The time saving state is maintained until the display and the variable display of the second special symbol are completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is lost.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), the "10R time saving big hit" is a big hit that is controlled to the big hit gaming state of 10 rounds and shifts to the time saving state after the end of the big hit gaming state. In either of the normal state and the time saving state, when "6R time saving jackpot B" is obtained, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times or the variation of the first special symbol is changed. The time saving state is maintained until the display and the variable display of the second special symbol are completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is lost.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (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 "6R time saving big hit A" with a probability of 70%, and 30 It is determined as "6R time saving jackpot B" with a probability of%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (B), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, the 10R time saving big hit is determined with a 100% probability.

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

FIG. 8-5 (D) is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. As shown in FIG. 8-5 (D), the small hit type determination table is based on a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is to be a small hit symbol. Is a table referenced to determine either "small hit A" or "small hit B".

FIG. 8-5 (E) shows a specific example of a small hit time reduction table showing the number of time reductions for each type of small hit. As shown in FIG. 8-5 (E), "small hit A" is a big hit game state of the second to fourth rounds on condition that a V prize is won during the small hit game (first round). It is a small hit that is controlled to the above and shifts to the time saving state after the end of the big hit game state. In the normal state, when the big hit game state is entered via "small hit A", when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished once, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the first 2 Maintain the time saving state until the variable display of the special symbol is completed 5 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is missed. If you enter the big hit game state via "Small hit A" in the time saving state, when you shift to the time saving state again, the variation display of the second special symbol will end 7 times, or the variation display of the first special symbol will be displayed. The time saving state is maintained until the second special symbol variation display is completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is lost.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (E), "small hit B" is a big hit game state of the second to fourth rounds on condition that a V prize is won during the small hit game (first round). It is a small hit that is controlled to the above and shifts to the time saving state after the end of the big hit game state. Regardless of whether the game is in the big hit game state via "small hit B" in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times. The time saving state is maintained until the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed 20 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the next time reduction is lost.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (D), in this example, 30% of the cases of small hits are determined to be "small hits A", and 70% are determined to be "small hits B".

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

FIG. 8-5 (F) shows a specific example of the time saving type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-5 (G) shows a specific example of the time saving type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (F), the time saving 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 to be the time saving deviation symbol. Therefore, it is a table referred to for determining the type of the time saving loss to either "time saving loss A" or "time saving loss B".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (G), the time saving 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 to be the time saving deviation symbol. Therefore, it is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot as either "time saving loss A" or "time saving loss B".

FIG. 8-5 (H) shows a specific example of a time reduction number table for time reduction, which indicates the number of time reductions for each type of time reduction. As shown in FIG. 8-5 (H), the “time saving loss A” is a time saving loss that shifts to the time saving state based on the stop display of the time saving loss symbol. In the normal state, if the time reduction is out of A, when the time reduction state is entered, the variation display of the second special symbol is terminated once, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are displayed. Is completed 5 times in total, the next big hit occurs, or the time saving state is maintained until the next time saving is missed. If the time saving state becomes "Time saving out of A", when the time saving state is changed again, the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are displayed. The time saving state is maintained until the total of 20 times is completed, the next big hit occurs, or the next time saving is missed.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (H), the “time saving loss B” is a time saving loss that shifts to the time saving state based on the stop display of the time saving loss symbol. In either of the normal state and the time saving state, when the time saving state is changed to "time saving out of B", the variation display of the second special symbol is finished 7 times or the variation display of the first special symbol is displayed. And the change display of the second special symbol are completed 20 times in total, or the time saving state is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the next time saving is lost.

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (F), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and the time reduction occurs, there is a 70% probability that "time reduction A" is determined, and 30 With a probability of%, it is determined to be "out of time B". Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (G), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed and a big hit is obtained, it is determined as "time saving out A" with a probability of 50%. There is a 50% chance that it will be determined as "time saving B".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (C), the jackpot gaming state is based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the time saving state, as compared with the case where the jackpot gaming state is controlled based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state. When controlled by, the number of time reductions is large, which is advantageous for the player. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the first special symbol is changed in a time-saving state.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (H), the time is shortened based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the time-saving state, as compared with the case where the time-saving out-of-time symbol is stopped based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state. When the out-of-order symbol is stopped, the number of time reductions is large, which is advantageous for the player. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the first special symbol is changed in a time-saving state.

Further, in this example, the configuration is not controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol, but the configuration may be such that the small hit game state can be controlled based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol. In addition, the case where the game is controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the time saving state is more than the case where the game is controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state. However, the number of time reductions is large, and the configuration may be advantageous for the player. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the first special symbol is changed in a time-saving state.

(Open pattern of small hit game)
Next, the opening pattern of the small hit game will be described. FIG. 8-6 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the opening pattern of the small hit game. As shown in FIG. 8-6, when 8 seconds elapse after starting the small hit game at the timing S1 (timing S2), the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is controlled to be in the open state, and then 8 seconds elapse. The open state of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is continued until (see FIG. 8-6 (C)).

In the case of a small hit (small hit A, small hit B), it is set as the time before opening the special winning opening (fanfare time) from the start of the small hit game to the control of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 in the open state. Eight seconds are set, and the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is controlled to the open state, and at the same time, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening) is controlled to the open state. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), while the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is controlled to be in the open state, the special winning opening is opened four times for 0.016 seconds. Therefore, in the small hit (small hit A, small hit B), the special winning opening of 0.016 seconds is opened four times during the period when the V prize can be won.

In this example, the opening time of each special winning opening in the small hit (small hit A, small hit B) is as short as 0.016 seconds, but as already explained, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 A plurality of regulation pieces are formed, and about 2 to 3 game balls meander and flow down on the bottom member 093IW17a of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17, so even if the opening time is short, the bottom member 093IW17a If is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball on the bottom member 093IW17a can fall into the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 to win a prize.

If a game ball wins in the special winning opening and wins V, after the closing time (interval time) and small hit end time (ending time) of a predetermined period have passed after the final opening of the special winning opening is completed, a big hit The game state is entered, and as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the open state from the second round to the fourth round.

In this example, when the final opening of the special winning opening is completed in the small hit game, the small hit game is ended based on the lapse of the closing time (interval time) and the small hit end time (ending time). Cases are shown, but not limited to such aspects. For example, detection switches capable of detecting a game ball are provided in the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 (special winning opening) at two locations, the upstream side and the downstream side, and after the final closing time (interval time) has elapsed, the upstream side. Wait until the number of detections of the detection switch on the side and the detection switch on the downstream side match (all the winning game balls are ejected in the special winning opening), then shift to the small hit end time (ending time), and the small hit The small hit game may be configured to end when the end time (ending time) has elapsed.

(Variation pattern table)
FIG. 8-7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the feature unit 093IW. Of these, FIG. 8-7 (A) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-7 (B) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the second special symbol.

First, the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-7 (A) to 8-7 (C). As shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, if the variation is displayed during the normal state, the variation pattern PT1-1 (normally) is used as the variation pattern. It is determined to be one of fluctuation), fluctuation pattern PT1-2 (shortening fluctuation), fluctuation pattern PT1-3 (normal reach), and fluctuation pattern PT1-4 (super reach). Further, when executing the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the normal state, either the fluctuation pattern PT1-5 (normal reach) or the fluctuation pattern PT1-6 (super reach) is used as the fluctuation pattern. Will be decided.

Further, FIGS. 8-7 (B) and 8-7 (C) show the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol in the time saving state, and the time saving state controlled based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol (first time saving state). And the time saving state (second time saving state) controlled based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, the selected fluctuation pattern is configured to be different. In the first time saving state, the first special symbol is controlled to the big hit gaming state (including the case of passing through the small hit and the case of not passing through) based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and is controlled after the end of the big hit gaming state. The time saving state A and the first time saving state B controlled based on the stop display of the time saving out-of-time symbol as a variation display result of the first special symbol are included. In the second time saving state, the second special symbol is controlled to the big hit gaming state (including the case of passing through the small hit and the case of not passing through) based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, and is controlled after the end of the big hit gaming state. The time saving state A and the second time saving state B which is controlled based on the stop display of the time saving out-of-time symbol as a variation display result of the second special symbol are included.

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed and the deviation occurs during the first time saving state, the fluctuation pattern PT2-1 is used as the fluctuation pattern. (High-speed out-of-speed fluctuation) is determined. Further, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed, if a big hit occurs during the first time saving state, the fluctuation pattern PT2-2 (high-speed jackpot fluctuation) is determined as the fluctuation pattern.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (C), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed and the deviation occurs during the second time saving state, the fluctuation pattern PT3 is used as the fluctuation pattern. It is determined to be -1 (out of long fluctuation). Further, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed, if a big hit occurs during the second time saving state, the fluctuation pattern PT3-2 (long fluctuation big hit) is determined as the fluctuation pattern.

FIG. 8-8 is a time chart showing the effect contents when the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and PT3-2 are selected. When any of the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and PT3-2 is selected, the fluctuation time is 4 minutes and 22 seconds, but the effect contents are different.

As shown in FIG. 8-8, when the fluctuation pattern PT3-1 is selected, the first effect of playing the jackpot common moving image common to the jackpot gaming state is performed for 4 minutes from the start of the fluctuation, and the first effect is performed. The second effect of closing and displaying the shutter image is performed for 17 seconds from the timing at which the shutter image is finished, and the shutter image is opened and displayed at the timing when the second effect is finished, and the missed symbol is temporarily stopped for 5 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 8-8, when the fluctuation pattern PT3-2 is selected, the first effect of playing the jackpot common moving image common to the jackpot gaming state is performed for 3 minutes and 40 seconds from the start of the fluctuation, and the first effect is performed. The second effect of closing and displaying the shutter image is performed for 17 seconds from the timing when the first effect is completed, and the shutter image is opened and displayed at the timing when the second effect is completed. Is temporarily stopped, and a re-lottery effect is performed for another 20 seconds to make it appear as if the lottery is being performed again. If it is a B or 10R time saving jackpot, an odd numbered symbol) is stopped and displayed, and a blessing effect is performed to congratulate the control of the jackpot game state.

In this way, in the first half of the long fluctuation, the first effect is performed, and in the second half, the second effect of notifying whether or not to control the jackpot is performed. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest in long-term fluctuations.

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

In addition, when the long fluctuations are continuously performed, the player has already recognized that the long fluctuations after the second time are not in the big hit game state, so that the effect different from the big hit game state is performed. May be good. For example, by having a moving image that is played only in the second and subsequent long fluctuations, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

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

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

Next, the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-7 (D) and 8-7 (E). As shown in FIG. 8-7 (D), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, if the variation is displayed during the normal state, the variation pattern PT4-1 (normally) is used as the variation pattern. It is determined to be one of fluctuation), fluctuation pattern PT4-2 (shortening fluctuation), fluctuation pattern PT4-3 (normal reach), and fluctuation pattern PT4-4 (super reach). Further, when executing the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the normal state, either the fluctuation pattern PT4-5 (normal reach) or the fluctuation pattern PT4-6 (super reach) is used as the fluctuation pattern. Will be decided. Further, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs during the normal state, the variation pattern is either the variation pattern PT4-7 (normal reach) or the variation pattern PT4-8 (super reach). Is decided.

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (E), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, it is out of alignment during the time saving state (including both the first time saving state and the second time saving state). In the case, as the fluctuation pattern, any one of the fluctuation pattern PT5-1 (shortening fluctuation), the fluctuation pattern PT5-2 (ultra-shortening fluctuation), the fluctuation pattern PT5-3 (normal reach), and the fluctuation pattern PT5-4 (super reach). Will be decided. In addition, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the time saving state (including both the first time saving state and the second time saving state), the fluctuation pattern PT5-5 (including the fluctuation pattern PT5-5) It is determined to be either normal reach) or variable pattern PT5-6 (super reach). In addition, when executing the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs during the time saving state (including both the first time saving state and the second time saving state), the fluctuation pattern PT5-7 is used as the fluctuation pattern. It is determined to be either (normal reach) or fluctuation pattern PT5-8 (super reach).

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

(Game flow)
Here, the flow of the game in the feature unit 093IW will be described. In this example, when the game state is the normal state (normal state (non-time saving state)), the player performs a game ball launch operation (so-called left-handed) aiming at the left side of the game area. In this example, the game ball that has entered the left area of the game area cannot or is difficult to win in the second start winning opening, and since the probability of hitting a normal figure is low in the normal state, the game is played in the second starting winning opening. It is extremely rare for a ball to win a prize, and in most cases, a variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Therefore, in this example, small hits rarely occur during the normal state.

Next, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the normal state (rarely, the jackpot symbol may be derived and displayed in the variable display of the second special symbol), the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed. It is controlled to the game state (so-called first hit big hit game state). Then, after the jackpot game state ends, the game state is controlled to the time saving state, and the variation display of the second special symbol once or seven times is finished, or the first special symbol and the second special symbol five or 20 times are finished. The time saving state is maintained until the variable display of the symbol is finished.

In addition, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed in the variation display of the first special symbol during the normal state (rarely, the time-saving out-of-time symbol may be derived and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol). After the stop display of the time-saving out-of-time symbol is completed, the game state is controlled to the time-saving state, and the variation display of the second special symbol once or seven times is finished, or the first special symbol and the first special symbol five or twenty times are finished. 2 The time saving state is maintained until the variable display of the special symbol is completed.

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

After shifting to the time saving state, by the time when the 1st or 7th variation display of the 2nd special symbol is completed or the 5th or 20th variation display of the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol is completed (time reduction). If a small hit occurs and a V prize is won (by the time the condition for ending the state is satisfied), the time is controlled again after the big hit game after the V prize is completed, and the second special is once or seven times. The time saving state is maintained until the variation display of the symbol is completed or the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is completed 5 or 20 times. Therefore, in this example, if the time saving state continues, it is easy to be controlled by the big hit game via the small hit, and the continuous villa state where the big hit is likely to occur continuously. On the other hand, the 1st or 7th variation display of the 2nd special symbol is finished, or the 5th or 20th variation display of the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol is finished, and the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied. In that case, the time saving state is terminated and the normal state is restored (the consecutive villa state is terminated).

In addition, after shifting to the time saving state, by the time when the 1st or 7th variation display of the 2nd special symbol is completed or the 5th or 20th variation display of the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol is completed. (By the time the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied), when the time saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed, the time-saving out-of-time symbol is controlled to the time-saving state again after the stop display is finished, and the first or seventh time. 2 The time saving state is maintained until the variable display of the special symbol is completed or the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is completed 5 or 20 times. On the other hand, the 1st or 7th variation display of the 2nd special symbol is finished, or the 5th or 20th variation display of the 1st special symbol and the 2nd special symbol is finished, and the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied. In that case, the time saving state is terminated and the normal state is restored (the consecutive villa state is terminated).

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

(Direction control command)
8-9 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 9001 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 designation command) (missing designation command) for designating the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command to be non-time saving. The command 9002 (H) is an effect control command (display result 2 designation command) (missing designation command) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is the time saving deviation A. The command 9003 (H) is an effect control command (display result 3 designation command) (missing designation command) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is the time saving deviation B.

Command 9004 (H) is an effect control command (display result 2 designation command (6R time reduction jackpot A designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is 6R time reduction jackpot A. Is. Command 9005 (H) is an effect control command that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is 6R time-saving jackpot B (display result 3 designation command (6R time-saving jackpot B designation command)). Is. The command 9006 (H) is an effect control command (display result 4 designation command (10R time reduction jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 10R time reduction jackpot. ..

The command 9007 (H) is an effect control command (display result 5 designation command (small hit A designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the small hit A. .. The command 9008 (H) is an effect control command (display result 6 designation command (small hit B designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the small hit B. ..

The command A000 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation A designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 20 seconds. The command A001 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation B designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol and can specify that the symbol confirmation period is 10 seconds. 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 the opening of the big winning opening) that specifies the display during the round during the big hit game. The number of rounds to be displayed in "XX" is set. The command B2XX (H) is an effect control command (display command after opening the big winning opening) that specifies the display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the big hit game.

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

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

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

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

The command E000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that specifies that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state. The command E001 (H) is an effect control command (first 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 based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol. The command E002 (H) is an effect control command (first 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 based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol. The command E003 (H) is an effect control command (second 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 based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol. The command E004 (H) is an effect control command (second time reduction state B designation command) that specifies that the game state is controlled to the time reduction state when the time reduction is lost based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

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

When the effect control CPU 120 (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) mounted on the effect control board 12 receives the above-mentioned effect control command from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11. The display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in 8-9 and 8-10, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the voice control board 13. The effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. For example, a more detailed effect control command related to the jackpot game and an effect control command indicating the game state (for example, an effect control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

(External output signal)
FIG. 8-11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an external output signal output externally from the pachinko gaming machine 1. As shown in FIG. 8-11, in this example, the launch position designation signal 1, the launch position designation signal 2, and the launch position designation signal 3 are output as external output signals. For example, the launch position designation signal 1 is output (turned on) in a gaming state in which the player is expected to perform a left-handed strike (a gaming method in which a gaming ball is launched aiming at an area on the left side of the gaming area). It is a signal. The launch position designation signal 2 is a signal that is output (turned on) in a game state in which the player is expected to perform a middle strike (a game method in which a game ball is launched aiming at a central area of the game area). .. The launch position designation signal 3 is a signal that is output (turned on) in a gaming state in which the player is expected to make a right-handed strike. As described above, the launch position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 are signals indicating a firing state indicating which region in the game region the game ball is launched from the hitting ball launching device.

(Game control timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing an example of the game control timer interrupt processing in the feature unit 093IW. In the game control timer interrupt process in the feature unit 093IW, after step S27, the CPU 103 performs a test terminal process for outputting a test signal so that the control state of the game machine can be confirmed outside the game machine (step). 093IWS28).

(Test terminal processing)
FIG. 8-13 is a flowchart showing a processing example related to the output of the firing position designation signals 1, 2 and 3 in the test terminal processing. Note that in FIG. 8-13, the process of outputting an external output signal other than the launch position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 is omitted.

In the test terminal processing, the CPU 103 first clears the bits of the emission position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 in the test signal output buffer of the output port buffers (step 093IWS31). Then, when the jackpot symbol is being determined (Y in step 093IWS32), when the jackpot period including the fanfare period and the ending period is in progress (Y in step 093IWS33), or when any of the time reduction flags is set (Y). In step 093IWS34 Y), the bit of the emission position designation signal 3 in the test signal output buffer is set (step 093IWS35).

The time saving flags include the first time saving flag A indicating that the time saving state is A, the first time saving flag B indicating that the time saving state is B, and the second time saving state A. The second time saving flag A indicating that the time saving flag A and the second time saving flag B indicating that the state is in the second time saving state B are included. The first time saving flag A and the first time saving flag B may be collectively referred to as the "first time saving flag", and the second time saving flag A and the second time saving flag B may be collectively referred to as the "second time saving flag". Further, the first time saving flag A and the second time saving flag A may be collectively referred to as "time saving flag A", and the first time saving flag B and the second time saving flag B may be collectively referred to as "time saving flag B".

If neither the jackpot symbol determination period, the jackpot period including the fanfare period and the ending period, and any time reduction flag is set (N in step 093IWS34), the bit of the emission position designation signal 1 in the test signal output buffer. Is set (step 093IWS36). Then, the CPU 103 transmits the emission position designation signals 1, 2, and 3 as test signals to the external output signal terminals by outputting the contents of the test signal output buffer to the output port (step 093IWS37).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the normal state, the firing position designation signal 3 is output when the symbol stop period is started (Y in step 093IWS32), while the time-saving missed symbol is stopped in the normal state. If it is displayed, the time reduction flag B is set when the symbol stop period of the symbol that is out of time reduction ends, so that the firing position designation signal 3 is output at the end of the symbol stop period (step 093IWS34). Y). That is, it is configured so that the switching timing of the launch position designation signal differs depending on the trigger for shifting to the time saving state.

Further, here, by switching the outputs of the launch position designation signals 1 and 3, it is possible to notify the external device of information indicating which method the player is expected to hit in the gaming state. However, the external device may be configured to be able to notify the external device of information indicating which method the player is expected to perform in the gaming state by the set / reset control of a single launch position designation signal. For example, if it is N in step 093IWS34, the process shifts to step 093IWS37 without performing the process of step 093IWS36, or the process of step 093IWS31 is not performed and the launch position is specified instead of the process of step 093IWS36. By performing the process of clearing the bit of the signal 3, information indicating which way the player is expected to hit is displayed depending on whether or not the bit of the launch position designation signal 3 is set. It may be configured so that it can be notified to an external device.

(Special symbol process processing)
FIG. 8-14 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process processing in the feature unit 093IW. In this example, the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101) is substantially the same as the start winning determination process (step S101) shown in FIG. Further, the special symbol normal processing (step 093IWS110) to the special symbol stop processing (step 093IWS113) are substantially the same as the special symbol normal processing (step S110) to the special symbol stop processing (step S113) shown in FIG. However, in this example, when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, the process proceeds to the small hit opening preprocessing (step 093IWS114). Further, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed (so-called direct hit), the process proceeds to the jackpot opening preprocessing (step 093IWS117).

Small hit release pre-processing (step 093IWS114): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 100 executes a process of controlling the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 to the open state, and changes the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) to the small hit open process (step). Update to a value (5 in this example) according to 093IWS115).

Small hit opening process (step 093IWS115): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. If the opening time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is open, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is controlled to be closed, and the closing time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is closed and is still open. When the number of times remains, the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is controlled to be in the open state. Further, when the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is reached, the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is controlled to be in the open state, and when the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is reached, the V winning opening opening / closing plate is opened. 093 IW20 is controlled to the closed state. Further, it is confirmed whether or not the V winning opening switch 093IW20a is turned on, and if the V winning opening switch 093IW20a is turned on, the V winning opening flag is set. When all the opening of the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 is completed and the closing time (interval time) has elapsed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to the value corresponding to the small hit post-closing process (step 093IWS116) (step 093IWS116). In this example, update to 6).

Small hit closing post-processing (step 093IWS116): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. When the V winning flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (7 in this example) corresponding to the jackpot opening preprocessing (step 093IWS117). If the V winning flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 093IWS110).

The jackpot opening pre-processing (step 093IWS117) to jackpot end processing (step 093IWS120) is substantially the same as the jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) to jackpot end processing (step S117) shown in FIG.

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

(Starting prize judgment process)
FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101). In the start winning prize determination process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first confirms whether or not the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (step 093IWS1211). If the first start port switch 22A is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step 093IWS1221. When the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first hold storage for counting the first hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 093IWS1212).

If the first hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increments the value of the first hold storage number counter by 1 (step 093IWS1213). Further, the CPU 103 increments the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total number of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number by 1 (step 093IWS1214). Further, in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second start winning opening, the CPU 103 is set to an area corresponding to the value of the total hold storage number counter. , The data indicating "first" is set (step 093IWS1214A).

In this embodiment, when the first start port switch 22A is turned on (that is, when the game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening), the data indicating "first" is set, and the first 2 When the start port switch 22B is turned on (that is, when the game ball starts and wins in the second start winning opening), the data indicating "second" is set. For example, the CPU 103 sets 01 (H) as data indicating "first" when the first start port switch 22A is turned on in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), and the first 2 When the start port switch 22B is turned on, 02 (H) is set as the data indicating “second”. In this case, if there is no corresponding hold storage, 00 (H) is set in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

In the hold specific area, an area corresponding to the maximum value of the total hold storage counter value (8 in this example) is secured, and the winning order is based on the winning in the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. Data indicating that it is "first" or "second" is set. Therefore, in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening is stored. The reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 extracts a value from a counter for generating each random number such as a hit determination random number, a type determination random number, and a fluctuation pattern determination random number, and stores them in a storage area in the first hold storage buffer. The process is executed (step 093IWS1215). A storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of first reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the first reserved storage buffer and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process of preliminarily determining the variation display result and the variation pattern when the variation based on the detected start winning is subsequently executed (step 093IWS1216). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 093IWS1217), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1217). Step 093IWS1218). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1219). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS1221.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (step 093IWS1221). If the second start port switch 22B is not in the ON state, the process ends as it is. When the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold storage for counting the second hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 093IWS1222).

If the second hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increments the value of the second hold storage number counter by 1 (step 093IWS1223). Further, the CPU 103 increases the value of the total pending storage counter by 1 (step 093IWS1224). Further, in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second start winning opening, the CPU 103 is set to an area corresponding to the value of the total hold storage number counter. , The data indicating "second" is set (step 093IWS1224A).

Next, the CPU 103 extracts a value from a counter for generating each random number such as a hit determination random number, a type determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number, and stores them in a storage area in the second hold storage buffer. The process is executed (step 093IWS1225). A storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of second reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process (step 093IWS1226). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 093IWS1227), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1227). Step 093IWS1228). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1229). Then, the start winning determination process is completed.

(Special design normal processing)
8-16 and 8-17 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step 093IWS110) 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 093IWS51). 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 hold storages is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the first data among the data set in the hold specific area is the data indicating "first" (step 093IWS52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not the data indicating the "first" (that is, the data indicating the "second") (N in step 093IWS52), the CPU 103 uses the special symbol pointer (third). Data indicating "second" is set in (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) (step 093IWS53). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is the data indicating "first" (Y in step 093IWS52), the CPU 103 sets the data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step 093IWS54). ).

By executing the processes of steps 093IWS52 to S54, in this embodiment, the first special symbol is changed or displayed according to the starting winning order in which the game ball is won in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. The variable display of the second special symbol is executed. In this embodiment, the variable display of the first special symbol or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed according to the starting winning order in which the game ball wins in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. Although the case is shown, it may be configured so that the variation display of either the first special symbol or the second special symbol is preferentially executed. In this case, for example, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it becomes easy to start winning a prize at the second starting winning opening provided with the variable winning ball device 6B, and the second reserved memory is easily accumulated. Therefore, the second special The variable display of the symbol may be preferentially executed.

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 093IWS55). 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 093IWS56). 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 093IWS57). 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 093IWS61) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 093IWS62). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the hit determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and performs a big hit determination. The jackpot judgment module is a program that compares a predetermined jackpot judgment value (see Fig. 8-4 (A)) with a random number for hit judgment, and if they match, decides to make a jackpot. is there. That is, it is a program that executes a jackpot determination process. When the value of the random number for hit determination matches any of the jackpot determination values shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a jackpot. If it is decided to make a big hit (Y in step 093IWS63), the process proceeds to step 093IWS64. On the other hand, if it is decided not to make a big hit (N in step 093IWS63), the process proceeds to step 093IWS67. It should be noted that deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit game state, but deciding whether or not to make the stop symbol on the special symbol display a big hit symbol. But also.

In step 093IWS64, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot. Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (6R time-saving jackpot A, 6R time-saving jackpot B, 10R time-saving jackpot B) corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the jackpot type ( Step 093IWS65). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the type determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and determines the jackpot type. Further, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 093IWS66). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS77.

On the other hand, in step 093IWS67, the CPU 103 selects the small hit determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer. In this case, when the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the small hit determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4 (B) is selected, and the value of the special symbol pointer is set. When "second" is shown, the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4 (C) is selected. Then, the CPU 103 uses the selected small hit determination table to perform a lottery process based on the hit determination random number, and determines whether or not to make a small hit (step 093IWS68). In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (B) and 8-4 (C), when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the probability of being determined as a small hit is 0%, and the first 2 When the variable display of the special symbol is executed, it is determined as a small hit with a probability of about 1/7.

When it is decided to make a small hit (Y in step 093IWS69), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step 093IWS70). Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (small hit A or small hit B) corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the small hit type (step 093IWS71). In this case, the CPU 103 reads the type determination random number extracted in the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101) and stored in advance in the second hold storage buffer, and determines the small hit type. Further, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating the determined small hit type in the small hit type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 093IWS72). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS77.

Unless it is decided to make a small hit (N in step 093IWS69), the CPU 103 uses a time saving loss determination table for determining whether or not to make a time saving deviation, and draws a lot based on a random number for determining the time saving. The process is performed to determine whether or not the time reduction is lost (step 093IWS73). In this case, it is decided that the time reduction is lost with a probability of about 1/200 (see FIG. 8-3).

When it is determined to be out of time (Y in step 093IWS74), 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, out of time B). ) Is determined as the type of time saving (step 093IWS75). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the type determination random numbers extracted in the start winning determination process (step 093IWS101) and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, and determines the time saving type. Further, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating the determined type of time reduction deviation in the small hit type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 093IWS76). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS77.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step 093IWS111) (step 093IWS77).

In this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the small hit determination process itself in step 093IWS68 is executed, but the probability of determining the small hit is 0%. However, it may be configured not to execute the small hit determination process itself in step 093IWS68. With such a configuration, it is possible to eliminate the need to provide the small hit determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4 (B).

Further, for example, even when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it may be configured so that it may be determined as a small hit with an extremely low probability.

(Variation pattern setting process)
FIG. 8-18 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step 093IWS111) in the special symbol process process. In the variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) controls which of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is the special symbol that starts the variation. A variation pattern table is selected according to the state (normal state, first time saving state, second time saving state) and the display result (big hit, small hit, miss) of the variation to be started (step 093IWS1704).

In step 093IWS1704, specifically, when the first special symbol is changed in the normal state, the fluctuation pattern table for selecting one of the fluctuation patterns PT1-1 to PT1-4 if the display result is out of alignment. Is selected, and if the display result is a big hit, a fluctuation pattern table for selecting any of the fluctuation patterns PT1-5 and PT1-6 is selected (see FIG. 8-7 (A)).

As described above, as the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol in the normal state, when the start winning prize corresponding to the fluctuation of the first special symbol occurs in the time saving state (hereinafter, the reserved memory stored in the time saving state). Therefore, the hold memory corresponding to the fluctuation performed in the normal state (the fluctuation performed after the time saving state ends) is sometimes referred to as "remaining hold"), that is, the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold is also long. Fluctuations (fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and PT3-2) are not selected. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest during the period in which the remaining hold is changed (the remaining hold digestion period).

When the first special symbol is changed in the first time saving state, the fluctuation pattern table for selecting the fluctuation pattern PT2-1 is selected if the display result is out of order, and the fluctuation pattern is selected if the display result is a big hit. A variation pattern table for selecting PT2-2 is selected (see FIG. 8-7 (B)).

As described above, as the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol in the first time reduction state, only the fluctuation patterns PT2-1 and PT2-2, which are high-speed fluctuations, can be selected regardless of the number of fluctuations executed in the first time reduction state. The configuration is as follows. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest without making the player aware that the first special symbol is being changed. It should be noted that only the fluctuation patterns PT2-1 and PT2-2, which are high-speed fluctuations, are selected regardless of whether the control is performed in the first time reduction state of one time or in the first time reduction state of seven times. It is a possible configuration.

When the first special symbol is changed in the second time saving state, the fluctuation pattern table for selecting the fluctuation pattern PT3-1 is selected if the display result is out of order, and the fluctuation pattern is selected if the display result is a big hit. A variation pattern table for selecting PT3-2 is selected (see FIG. 8-7 (C)).

As described above, as the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol in the second time saving state, only the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and PT3-2, which are long fluctuations, can be selected. As a result, it is possible to suppress gambling while reducing the storage capacity.

When the second special symbol is changed in the normal state, if the display result is out of order, the fluctuation pattern table for selecting one of the fluctuation patterns PT4-1 to PT4-4 is selected, and the display result is a big hit. If, the fluctuation pattern table for selecting one of the fluctuation patterns PT4-5 and PT4-6 is selected, and if the display result is a small hit, one of the fluctuation patterns PT4-7 and PT4-8 is selected. The variation pattern table for this is selected (see FIG. 8-7 (D)).

When the second special symbol is changed in the time saving state (first time saving state, second time saving state), if the display result is incorrect, one of the fluctuation patterns PT5-1 to PT5-4 is selected. The variation pattern table is selected, and if the display result is a big hit, the variation pattern table for selecting one of the variation patterns PT5-5 and PT5-6 is selected, and if the display result is a small hit, the variation pattern PT5- A variation pattern table for selecting any of 7 and PT5-8 is selected (see FIG. 8-7 (E)).

The fluctuation pattern table to be selected when the second special symbol is changed may be different between the first time reduction state and the second time reduction state, but in the present embodiment, a common fluctuation pattern table is selected. I will do it. That is, it is assumed that the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern when the second special symbol is changed is common between the first time saving state and the second time saving state. As a result, when the second special symbol is changed, the change can be performed without making the player particularly aware of whether the player is in the first time saving state or the second time saving state, and the second special symbol in the time saving state can be changed. It is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when changing the design.

It should be noted that the determination of the controlled gaming state (normal state, first time saving state, second time saving state) can be realized by confirming the presence or absence of the setting of the first time saving flag and the second time saving flag. To determine which of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is the special symbol that starts to fluctuate, it is confirmed whether the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "first" or "second". It is possible to do so. The determination of the display result (big hit, small hit, miss) of the fluctuation to be started can be realized by confirming the presence or absence of the set of the big hit flag and the small hit flag.

Next, the CPU 103 is shown in FIG. 8-7 based on the variation pattern table determined to be used in step 093IWS1704 and the variation pattern determination random number stored in the hold storage buffer indicated by the special symbol pointer. It is determined which of the fluctuation patterns should be used (step 093IWS1705). 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 093IWS1706).

Further, when the fluctuation time (variation pattern) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is determined in step 093IWS1705, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the fluctuation time timer and measures the fluctuation time. (Step 093IWS1707), and the variation display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A or the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is started (step 093IWS1708). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation processing (step 093IWS1709).

(Special symbol variation processing)
FIG. 8-19 is a flowchart showing a special symbol variation process (step 093IWS112) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first determines whether or not to make a big hit, and then decides whether or not to make a small hit, if it has not yet been transmitted. As a result, one of the display result specification commands (display result 1 designation command ~ The display result 8 designation command) is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1121).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step 093IWS1122), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step 093IWS1123), it confirms whether or not it is determined to be out of time (step 093IWS1124). 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 093IWS76.

If it is determined that the time is out of time, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED093IW10 (step 093IWS1125). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS1126).

By executing the process of step 093IWS1125, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed LED093IW10 is started to light at the start of the symbol determination period.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not any of the time saving flags is set (step 093IWS1127). If neither of the time reduction flags is set (that is, in the normal state), 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. Set the value according to "20 seconds" (step 093IWS1128). 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 093IWS1129). 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 093IWS1134.

If any of the time reduction flags is set (that is, in the time reduction state), 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. A value corresponding to "10 seconds" is set (step 093IWS1130). 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 093IWS1131). 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 093IWS1134.

Unless it is decided to be out of time (N in step 093IWS1124), the CPU 103 sets 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 to "0". A value corresponding to ".5 seconds" is set (step 093IWS1132). 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 093IWS1133). .. 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 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 093IWS1134.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop processing (step S113) (step 093IWS1134).

(Special symbol stop processing)
8-20 and 8-21 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 093IWS131), and confirms whether or not the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 093IWS132). ..

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 093IWS133). When the jackpot flag is set, if the CPU 103 is set, the time saving flag (first time saving flag A, first time saving flag B, second time saving flag A, second time saving flag B), time saving state Reset the time reduction counter for counting the number of executions of the variation display in (step 093IWS134).

As the time reduction counter, a special 2 time reduction counter corresponding to the number of fluctuations of the second special symbol and a total time reduction counter corresponding to the number of fluctuations of both the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. ing. When simply referred to as "time reduction counter", it indicates both the special 2 time reduction counter and the total time reduction counter.

Next, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED093IW10 (step 093IWS134A). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS134B).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS135). 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 093IWS136). 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 093IWS137).

If the big hit flag is not set (N in step 093IWS133), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step 093IWS138). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed LED093IW10 (step 093IWS138A). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS138B).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the small hit start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS139). Next, the CPU 103 sets the special winning opening pre-opening time timer (step 093IWS140). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step S118) (step 093IWS141).

If the small hit flag is not set (that is, if it is out of order), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not it is the case that the time saving is out of order (step 093IWS151). 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 093IWS75.

If it is determined that the time reduction is off, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not any of the time reduction flags is set (step 093IWS152). If neither of the time reduction flags is set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 sets "1" to the special 2 time reduction counter and the total time reduction counter if the time reduction is A (Y in step 093IWS153). Each of the counters is set to "5" (step 093IWS154). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS163.

If it is not the time reduction A, the CPU 103 sets "7" in the special 2 time reduction counter and "20" in the total time reduction counter if it is the time reduction B (Y in step 093IWS155) (step 093IWS157). .. Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS163.

Next, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag A if it is set (step 093IWS163). Further, the CPU 103 sets the first time saving flag B or the second time saving flag B according to the special symbol that has stopped fluctuating, and controls the time saving state (step 093IWS164). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first time saving state B designation command or the second time saving state B designation command to the effect control CPU 120 according to the special symbol that has stopped fluctuating (step 093IWS165).

By executing the processing of steps 093IWS164 and S165, in this example, when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed, it is controlled to the time-saving state at the end of the symbol confirmation period, and the first time-saving state B is designated. By transmitting the command or the second time saving state B designation command, the background image is switched to the background image according to the time saving state via the time saving deviation.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S110) (step 093IWS167).

Further, unless it is determined in step 093IWS151 that the time saving is out of time (that is, in the case of non-time saving out), the CPU 103 determines whether or not any of the time saving flags is set (that is, in the case of non-time saving). Step 093IWS142A). When any of the time reduction flags is set, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the total time reduction counter (step 093IWS142B). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the total time reduction counter after subtraction is 0 (step 093IWS142C). If the value of the total time reduction counter after subtraction is 0, the process proceeds to step 093IWS143. If the value of the total time reduction counter after subtraction is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether the stopped fluctuation is the fluctuation of the second special symbol (step 093IWS142D). If the first special symbol is changed, the process proceeds to step 093IWS167.

When the stopped fluctuation is the fluctuation of the second special symbol, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the special 2 time reduction counter (step 093IWS142E). Further, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the special 2 time reduction counter after subtraction is 0 (step 093IWS142F). If the value of the special 2 time reduction counter after subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 resets the set time reduction flag and ends the time reduction state (step 093IWS143).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed LED093IW10 (step 093IWS144). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the right-handed notification end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS145). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the normal state designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS146).

In this example, the process of steps 093IWS143 to S146 is executed to shift to the normal state at the end of the symbol determination period and end the right-handed notification in the time saving final variation. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, in the time saving final fluctuation, it may be configured to shift to the normal state and end the right-handed notification at the start of the fluctuation or the start of the symbol determination period.

(Pre-processing for small hit opening)
FIG. 8-22 is a flowchart showing a small hit opening pre-processing (step 093IWS114) in the special symbol process processing. In the small hit opening pre-processing, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the special winning opening pre-opening time timer has timed out (step 093IWS401). If the time timer before opening the special winning opening has not timed out (that is, the fanfare time has not elapsed), the process ends as it is.

If the time before opening the special winning opening time timer has timed out (that is, if the fanfare time has elapsed), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 093IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 to the open state (that is, if the fanfare time has elapsed). Step 093IWS402). Further, the CPU 10103 sets a value corresponding to the first opening time (0.016 seconds in this example) of the special winning opening in the opening time timer (step 093IWS403).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit opening process (step 093IWS115) (step 093IWS404).

(Processing during small hit opening)
FIG. 8-23 is a flowchart showing a small hit opening process (step 093IWS115) in the special symbol process process. In the small hit opening process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the special winning opening switch 093IW24 is turned on (step 093IWS421). If the special winning opening switch 093IW24 is in the ON state (that is, if the winning of the game ball to the special winning opening is detected), the CPU 103 issues a special winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120. Control to transmit (step 093IWS422).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning opening switch 093IW20a is turned on (step 093IWS423). If the V winning opening switch 093IW20a is in the ON state (that is, if the winning of the game ball to the V winning opening is detected), the CPU 103 issues a V winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120. Control to transmit (step 093IWS424). Further, the CPU 103 sets a V winning flag indicating that the V winning has been made (step 093IWS425).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 has come (step 093IWS426). Whether or not the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 has been reached is determined by, for example, the time after the timer is set when the small hit game is started and the small hit game is started (in this example, the time is determined. , 8 seconds) can be determined by confirming whether or not it has been reached. When the opening timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is reached, the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 093IW84 and controls the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 to the open state (step 093IWS427).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 has come (step 093IWS428). Whether or not the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 has been determined is determined by, for example, setting a timer when the opening of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is started, and starting the opening of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20. It can be determined by confirming whether or not the time from the time has reached a predetermined time (8 seconds in this example). When the closing timing of the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 is reached, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 093IW84 and controls the V winning opening opening / closing plate 093IW20 to be in the closed state (step 093IWS429).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the special winning opening is 0 (step 093IWS430). If the value of the open time timer is not 0 (that is, if the special winning opening is being opened), the CPU 103 subtracts the value of the open time timer by 1 (step 093IWS431), and the value of the open time timer after the subtraction is set. It is confirmed whether or not it is 0 (step 093IWS432). If the value of the open time timer is 0, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 093IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 093IW17 in the closed state (step 093IWS433). Further, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined closing time (a value corresponding to the interval time (step 093IWS434) in the closing time timer for measuring the closing time after opening the special winning opening, and ends the process.

If the opening time timer is 0 in step 093IWS430 (that is, if the special winning opening is closed), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the closing time timer value (step 093IWS435), and the value of the closing time timer after the subtraction. It is confirmed whether or not is 0 (step 093IWS436). If the value of the closing time timer is 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not all the opening of the special winning openings has already been completed (step 093IWS437). In this example, if the special winning opening has already been opened four times, it is determined as Y in step 093IWS437, and the process proceeds to step 093IWS440.

If all the special winning openings have not been opened (that is, if the 2nd to 4th opening remains), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 093IW83 and opens the special variable winning ball device 093IW17. (Step 093IWS438). Further, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the opening time (0.016 seconds in this example) in the closing time timer (step 093IWS439). Then, the process ends.

If all the special winning openings have been opened (Y in step 093IWS437), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit closing post-processing (step 093IWS116) (step 093IWS440). ).

(Post-processing after closing small hits)
FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart showing the small hit closing post-processing (step 093IWS116) in the special symbol process processing. In the small hit closing post-processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step 093IWS451), and if the small hit end display timer is set, proceeds to step 093IWS453. When the small hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 displays on the small hit end display timer corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed on the image display device 5 (small hit end display time). A value corresponding to the time is set (step 093IWS452), and the process ends.

In step 093IWS453, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step 093IWS454). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the small hit end display time has elapsed, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning flag is set (step 093IWS455). When the V winning flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag and the time saving number counter if it is set (step 093IWS456). Further, the CPU 103 resets the V winning flag (step 093IWS457). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the jackpot start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS458). Further, the CPU 103 sets a timer for the time before opening the large winning opening (step 093IWS459).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot start pre-processing (step 093IWS117) (step 093IWS460).

When it is confirmed that the V winning flag is not set in the process of step 093IWS456, the CPU 103 resets the small hit flag (step 093IWS461). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the small hit end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 093IWS462). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 093IWS110) (step 093IWS463).

(Big hit end processing)
FIG. 8-25 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end processing (step 093IWS121) in the special symbol process processing. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step 093IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 093IWS535. When the big hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the big hit flag or the small hit flag (step 093IWS532), and controls to transmit the big hit end designation command (step 093IWS533). Then, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is performed in the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) in the jackpot end display timer (step 093IWS534), and performs processing. finish.

In step 093IWS535, 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 093IWS536). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 093IWS536), the CPU 103 sets the first time saving flag A if the finished jackpot game state is based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol (step 093IWS537B). If the finished jackpot game state is based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, the second time saving flag A is set (step 093IWS537C), and the time saving state is controlled. Whether the finished jackpot game state is based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the fluctuation of the second special symbol can be determined by setting a flag when the fluctuation is stopped. For example, the predetermined flag A is set when the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol of the first special symbol is stopped, while the predetermined flag B is set when the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol of the second special symbol is stopped, and the step. It suffices to confirm which predetermined flag is set in 093IWS537A.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit game that ends this time is a big hit game that occurred in the time saving state (step 093IWS537D). Whether or not the big hit game to be completed this time is a big hit game that occurred in the time saving state is determined by setting a specific flag when the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and the time saving state is set, and the specific flag is set in step 093IWS537D. It can be determined by confirming whether or not is set. If the jackpot game that ends this time is a jackpot game that occurred in a time-saving state, the process proceeds to step 093IWS540.

If the jackpot game ending this time is not a jackpot game that occurred in the time saving state, it is confirmed whether or not the jackpot game ending this time is based on the 6R time saving jackpot A or the small hit A (step 093IWS538). Whether or not to end the big hit game based on the 6R time saving big hit A or the small hit A is determined by, for example, the data indicating the big hit type set in the big hit type buffer in step 093IWS66 or the small hit in step 093IWS72. It can be determined by checking the data indicating the type of small hit set in the type buffer. When ending the big hit game based on 6R time saving big hit A or small hit A, the CPU 103 sets "1" in the special 2 time saving number counter and sets "5" in the total time saving counter (step 093IWS539). ). If it is neither a 6R time-saving big hit A nor a big hit game based on the small hit A (that is, if it is a 6R time-saving big hit B, a 10R time-saving big hit, or a big hit game based on the small hit B), the CPU 103 has a special 2 time-saving number counter. Is set to "7", and "20" is set in the total time reduction counter (step 093IWS540).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 093IWS110) (step 093IWS541).

In this feature unit 093IW, the large winning opening is controlled to be open, and the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9) (of the game balls to the large winning opening). A round game is performed in which the large winning opening is controlled to be closed on the condition that the winning is detected 9 times), but the number of game balls exceeding a predetermined number (for example, 9) to the large winning opening is performed. It is also possible to detect the winning of the prize (over winning), and it is configured to pay out the prize ball even when the over winning is detected. In addition, the winning of the number of game balls exceeding the predetermined number (for example, 9) to the large winning opening means that the predetermined number (for example, 9) of the game balls enters the large winning opening. It is generated when the game ball enters the large winning opening until the control to the closed state is completed.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. 8-26 to 8-28 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 093IWS611). 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 093IWS612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 093IWS613). 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 093IWS614), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 093IWS615). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 093IWS616).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step 093IWS617), 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 093IWS618). ).

If the received effect control command is any of the symbol confirmation command (first symbol confirmation command, second symbol confirmation command) (step 093IWS619), the effect control CPU 120 responds to the received symbol confirmation command. Set the confirmation command reception flag (step 093IWS620). For example, when the first symbol confirmation command is received, the first confirmation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation command is received, the second confirmation command reception flag is set.

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (step 093IWS621), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 093IWS622). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 093IWS623), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 093IWS624).

If the received effect control command is a large winning opening winning designation command (step 093IWS625), the effect control CPU 120 sets the large winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 093IWS626). If the received effect control command is a special winning opening winning designation command (step 093IWS627), the effect control CPU 120 sets the special winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 093IWS628). If the received effect control command is a V winning opening winning designation command (step 093IWS629), the effect control CPU 120 sets the V winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 093IWS630).

If the received effect control command is one of the symbol specification commands (step 093IWS631), the effect control CPU 120 first transmits the received symbol specification command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area of (step 093IWS632).

If the received effect control command is one of the variable category commands (step 093IWS633), the effect control CPU 120 uses the received variable category command in the storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol specification command is stored (step 093IWS634).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage addition designation command (step 093IWS635), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received first hold memory addition designation command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol specification command and variable category command are stored in the storage area of (step 093IWS636). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 093IWS637). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the first hold storage display (display in which the first hold storage number can be specified) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first hold storage number after addition (display that can specify the first hold storage number). Step 093IWS638).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage addition designation command (step 093IWS639), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received second hold memory addition designation command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol specification command and variable category command are stored in the storage area of (step 093IWS640). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 093IWS641). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the second hold storage display (display in which the second hold storage number can be specified) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second hold storage number after addition (display that can specify the second hold storage number). Step 093IWS642).

By executing the process of step 093IWS631 to S642, in this example, when the start winning is generated, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the hold storage addition designation command (first hold storage) are executed in the start winning command storage area. Addition designation command, second hold storage addition designation command) are stored in association with each other.

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

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage subtraction designation command (step 093IWS643), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the first hold storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 093IWS644). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the first hold storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first hold storage number after subtraction (step 093IWS645).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage subtraction designation command (step 093IWS646), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the second hold storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 093IWS647). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the second hold storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second hold storage number after subtraction (step 093IWS648).

If the received effect control command is a normal state specification command (step 093IWS650), the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image (for example, cherry blossom mode) according to the normal state (time saving mode: cherry blossom mode) in the image display device 5. Control to switch to (pink background image) according to (step 093IWS651). Further, 10 is set in the residual fluctuation number K of the cherry blossom mode (step 093IWS652).

In the normal state, a normal mode and a time saving dawn mode (Sakura mode) in which only 10 fluctuations are controlled immediately after the time saving state ends are provided. The time saving mode (cherry blossom mode) is an effect mode performed by the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold and the fluctuation corresponding to the hold storage generated after the time saving state ends and the normal state is entered. In other words, a common effect can be executed by the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold and the fluctuation corresponding to the hold storage generated after the time saving state ends and the normal state is entered.

If the received effect control command is the first time-saving state A designation command or the second time-saving state A designation command (step 093IWS653), the effect control CPU 120 displays the time-saving state A (time-saving state via the jackpot) in the image display device 5. ) (For example, a yellow background image according to the sunset mode) is controlled to be switched (step 093IWS654).

If the received effect control command is the first time-saving state B designation command or the second time-saving state B designation command (step 093IWS655), the effect control CPU 120 displays the time-saving state B (time-saving via the time-saving loss) in the image display device 5. Control is performed to switch to a background image (for example, a green background image according to the forest mode) according to the state) (step 093IWS656).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification start designation command (step 093IWS657), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start lighting the right-handed notification LED 093IW20 (step 093IWS658). In this example, the right-handed notification start designation command is transmitted at the start of the symbol confirmation period when the time-saving out-of-time symbol is derived and displayed (see step 093IWS1126), so that it is right at the start of the symbol confirmation period. The lighting of the striking notification LED 093IW20 is started.

If the received effect control command is a right-handed notification end designation command (step 093IWS659), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed notification LED 093IW20 (step 093IWS660). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts executing the left-handed notification effect (step 093IWS661). Specifically, a left-pointing arrow is displayed on the image display device 5, a specific LED provided on the game board is made to emit light, and a specific voice (for example, "Please hit left" is said from the speakers 8L and 8R. A left-handed notification effect (left-handed notification) may be performed by outputting a voice). The left-handed notification effect started here ends when a predetermined period elapses. For example, it may end at the timing when the remaining hold digestion period ends, the timing when the fluctuation of a specific number of times (for example, 5 times) ends, or the timing when the cherry blossom mode ends.

Since the right-handed notification end designation command is transmitted at the timing when the final fluctuation symbol confirmation period in the time-saving state ends, the left-handed promotion effect (left-handed) is performed at the timing when the final fluctuation symbol confirmation period in the time-saving state ends. Notification) will be started, but it is not limited to this. For example, the left-handed notification effect may be performed when the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold is completed.

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 093IWS649). ). For example, if the received command is a time-saving background designation command, the image display device 5 displays a background image according to the time-saving state and sets a time-saving state flag indicating that the time-saving state is in effect. Further, for example, if the received command is a normal background designation command, the image display device 5 displays a background image according to the normal state, and if it is set, the time saving state flag is reset. Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS611.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-29 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 determines whether or not it is in the normal state (step 093IWS820), and if it is in the normal state, determines whether or not the value of the residual fluctuation number K is greater than 0. Determine (step 093IWS821). When the value of the residual fluctuation number K is larger than 0, the value of the residual fluctuation number K is subtracted by 1 (step 093IWS822), and it is determined whether or not the value of the residual fluctuation number K after the subtraction is 0 (step 093IWS823). .. When the value of the residual fluctuation number K after subtraction becomes 0, the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image (for example, a blue background corresponding to the sea mode) in the image display device 5 according to the normal state (normal mode). Control to switch to (image) (step 093IWS824).

Next, when the variation to be started is a small hit variation, the effect control CPU 120 performs a hold sequence advance notice setting process related to the setting of the hold sequence advance notice effect (Y, S826 in step 093IWS825).

The hold continuous notice effect is an effect performed during the fanfare period of the big hit game state, and is an effect of notifying that the control to the big hit game state is confirmed separately from the start big hit game state. Specifically, it is an effect of notifying that the jackpot hold memory in which the preliminary determination result is a jackpot is stored.

After that, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step 093IWS801). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays a decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 093IWS801 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 093IWS802). That is, by executing the process of step 093IWS802 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 093IWS802, 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 093IWS802, 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 093IWS802, when the received display result specification command indicates "big hit" or "small hit", the effect control CPU 120 has three symbols with the same stop symbol. Determine the combination of decorative symbols (big hit / small hit symbol). Then, in the case of "off", a combination of decorative symbols other than the above is determined. However, when accompanied by a reach effect, a combination of decorative symbols in which the two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. Further, the combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the image display device 5 is the "stop symbol" of the decorative symbol.

In this example, the case where the combination of the decorative symbols in which the three symbols are aligned with the same symbol is fixedly displayed in both the case of the big hit and the case of the small hit is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, it may be configured to confirm and display different combinations of decorative symbols in the case of a big hit and the case of a small hit. In this case, for example, in the case of a big hit, a combination of decorative symbols (big hit symbol) in which three symbols are aligned with the same symbol is confirmed and displayed, while in the case of a small hit, a combination of decorative symbols such as "135" is displayed. (Small hit symbol) may be configured to be fixedly displayed.

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

As for the decorative symbols, the stop symbol (a combination of symbols with the same symbol on the left, middle, and right) reminiscent of a jackpot is called a jackpot symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds us of an outlier is called an outlier symbol.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a normal process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step 093IWS813). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS814.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in step 093IWS813 (step 093IWS814).

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 093IWS815). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (phone number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In this feature unit 093IW, 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 093IWS816).

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 093IWS819).

(Holding notice setting process)
FIG. 8-30 is a flowchart showing a hold continuous advance notice setting process (step 093IWS826) in the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 8-29. In the hold continuous advance notice setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first sets 0 in the jackpot hold number P indicating the number of stored jackpot hold memories (step 093IWS701), and sets 1 in the hold number R (step 093IWS701). 093IWS702). The hold number R is a number assigned in order from the oldest stored timing among the hold storages that can store up to eight pieces. That is, the hold storage with the hold number R of "1" is the hold memory with the oldest stored timing, and the hold memory with the hold number R of "2" is the hold with the second oldest stored timing. It is a memory. It should be noted that, in order from the oldest stored timing, the first reserved storage, the second reserved storage, and so on. That is, in the case of "R-th reserved storage", the stored timing is the R-th oldest reserved storage.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not 1 ≦ the value of the hold number R is ≦ 4 (step 093IWS703), and if 1 ≦ the value of the hold number R is ≦ 4, the Rth hold memory is stored. It is determined whether or not it has been performed (step 093IWS704). When the R-th reserved memory is stored, it is determined whether or not the R-th reserved memory is the second reserved memory corresponding to the second special symbol (step 093IWS705). When the R-th reserved memory is the second reserved memory corresponding to the second special symbol, the R-th reserved memory determines whether or not the pre-determination result is a jackpot hold, which is a jackpot (step 093IWS706). If the R-th hold memory is not a jackpot hold, the process proceeds to step 093IWS708. When the R-th hold storage is the jackpot hold, the value of the jackpot hold number P is added by 1 (step 093IWS707), the value of the hold number R is added by 1 (step 093IWS708), and the process proceeds to step 093IWS703.

If the value of 1 ≦ hold number R is not ≦ 4 in step 093IWS703, if the Rth hold storage is not stored in step 093IWS704, or if the Rth hold storage is not stored in step 093IWS705, the Rth hold storage corresponds to the second special symbol. If it is not stored, the execution of the hold consecutive notice effect in the mode corresponding to the jackpot hold number P is set (step 093IWS709), and the hold consecutive notice setting process is terminated. In step 093IWS709, specifically, if the jackpot hold number P is 1, the execution of the hold consecutive notice effect of the first mode is set, and if the jackpot hold number P is 2, the execution of the hold consecutive notice effect of the second mode is set. Is set, and if the jackpot hold number P is 3 or more, the execution of the hold continuous notice effect of the third aspect is set. The hold continuous notice effect set in step 093IWS709 is executed in the special figure hit waiting process described later.

By repeating steps 093IWS703 to 093IWS708, the number of jackpot hold memories is measured only for the second hold memory corresponding to the second special symbol, which is the first to fourth hold memories. Further, when the first reserved memory is stored as the nth reserved memory, it is not determined whether or not the n + 1th and subsequent reserved memories are jackpot reserved memories (see N in step 093IWS705). ), The number of jackpot hold memories is measured only for the second hold memory stored before the first hold memory is stored.

In this way, although it is possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect (holding continuous notice effect) targeting the second hold memory, the look-ahead notice effect targeting the second hold memory stored after the first hold memory. By restricting the execution of (holding continuous notice production), it is possible to suppress the decline in interest.

In addition, if the jackpot hold number P is 1 or more, the hold consecutive notice effect is always performed, but it is not limited to this, and even if the jackpot hold number P is 1 or more, the hold consecutive notice effect is not performed. It may be that there is. For example, it may be decided by lottery whether or not to execute the hold continuous notice effect. Further, the ratio of executing the hold continuous notice effect may differ depending on the value of the jackpot hold number P. For example, if the jackpot hold number P is 1, the hold consecutive notice effect is executed at a rate of 30%, and if the jackpot hold number P is 2, the hold consecutive notice effect is executed at a rate of 70%, and the jackpot hold number P is executed. If is 3 or more, the hold continuous notice effect may be executed at a rate of 100%.

(Variable display during production processing)
8-31 and 8-32 are flowcharts showing the variable display during effect processing (step S172) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 093IWS841) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 093IWS842). When the process timer times out (step 093IWS843), 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 093IWS844). 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 093IWS845).

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 093IWS846). 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 093IWS847). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 093IWS848). 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 093IWS849). 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 093IWS850). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS862.

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 093IWS851). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the first confirmed B command reception flag or the second confirmed B command reception flag is set in the command analysis process. If the first symbol confirmation B designation command or the second symbol confirmation B designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the continuation effect (the effect of notifying that the time saving state continues). (Step 093IWS852). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 093IWS853). 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 093IWS854). 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 093IWS855). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS862.

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 093IWS856). 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 093IWS858.

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 093IWS857). 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 093IWS856), or when the fluctuation time timer has timed out (Y in step 093IWS857), the effect control CPU 120 is normally used. Select the process table according to the symbol confirmation display of (step 093IWS858). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 093IWS859). 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 093IWS860). 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 093IWS861). Then, the process proceeds to step 093IWS862.

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 093IWS857), the process shifts to the processing after step 093IWS858 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 093IWS857 and the process does not shift to the processing after step 093IWS858.

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 093IWS862).

(Waiting processing per special figure)
8-33 and 8-34 are flowcharts showing the special figure hit waiting process (step S173) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the fixed effect period timer (step 093IWS871), and confirms whether or not the value of the fixed effect period timer after the subtraction has timed out (step 093IWS871). Step 093IWS872). If the value of the final effect period timer after subtraction has not timed out, the value of the process timer is subtracted by 1 (step 093IWS873), 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 093IWS874).

Further, when the process timer times out (step 093IWS875), the effect control CPU 120 switches the process data (step 093IWS876). 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 093IWS878). 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 (non-time reduction miss symbol, time reduction miss symbol, big hit symbol, small hit symbol) ( Step 093IWS879).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 093IWS879 (Y in step 093IWS880), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot stop flag indicating that the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 093IWS881). Then, the process ends.

When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 093IWS879 (Y in step 093IWS882), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit stop flag indicating that the small hit symbol is confirmed and displayed (step 093IWS883A). Then, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start the execution of the V winning promotion effect for prompting the winning of the game ball to the V winning opening (step 093IWS883B), and ends the process.

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). 093IWS884). 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 093IWS885A). 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 093IWS622) 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 093IWS885B). Then, when the execution of the hold continuous notice effect is set in step 093IWS709, the hold continuous notice effect is executed in the set mode (steps 093IWS885C, S885D).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the big hit medium effect including the mode transition effect (the effect of notifying the shift to the time saving state (time saving mode)) and the right-handed notification (step 093IWS887). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 093IWS888), 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 093IWS889).

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 093IWS890).

If the big hit stop flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit stop flag is set (step 093IWS891). If the small hit stop flag is set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received (step 093IWS892). Whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received can be determined, for example, by confirming in the command analysis process whether or not a flag indicating that the small hit start designation command has been received is set. If the small hit start specification command has not been received, the process ends as it is.

If the small hit start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the small hit stop flag (step 093IWS893). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the small hit medium effect (step 093IWS894). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 093IWS895), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). The control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and the speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 093IWS896).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process (step 093IWS897).

If the small hit stop flag is also not set (that is, when the non-time saving out-of-time symbol or the time-saving out-of-time symbol is stopped and displayed), the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to the variable display start waiting process (if it is displayed). The value is updated according to step S170) (step 093IWS898).

FIG. 8-35 is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart when the first special symbol is changed in the second time saving state. In the timing chart shown in FIGS. 8-35, whether or not the game ball is won in the first starting winning opening, whether or not the first special symbol is changed, whether or not the game ball is winning in the second starting winning opening, and the second special The presence / absence of fluctuations in the symbol, the presence / absence of control of the big hit game state and the small hit game state, the presence / absence of the time saving flag set, and the control of each timing of the hitting method notification (right-handed notification, left-handed notification) will be described.

As described above, as the control related to the right-handed notification, the lighting start / end control of the right-handed LED093IW10 and the right-handed notification LED093IW20 is performed, but the right-handed notification is substantially left-handed during the period when the right-handed notification is not performed. Will be described as promoting. It should be noted that a left-handed promotion effect (left-handed notification) that actively promotes left-handed movement may be performed during the period when the right-handed notification is not performed.

Further, the launch position designation signal 1 is output during the period described as performing the left-handed notification as the striking method notification, and the launch position designation signal 3 is output during the period described as performing the right-handed striking notification. is there.

For example, (1) in the normal state, none of the special symbols has changed, and the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening is detected when the game is not in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. 1 Change the special symbol.

Then, (2) when the display result of the fluctuation is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot game state is controlled. At this time, the right-handed notification is started from the timing when the stop period of the jackpot symbol ends. When the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol corresponding to the 6R time-saving jackpot A, it is controlled to the jackpot game state of 6 rounds.

(3) When the big hit game state ends, the big hit type is 6R time saving big hit A, and since it is a big hit game controlled from the normal state, the first time saving flag A is set and the second special symbol is once. The time is controlled until the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the fluctuation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol five times. That is, "1" is set in the special 2 time reduction counter, and "5" is set in the total time reduction counter. Then, the first special symbol corresponding to the first reserved storage stored while performing the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is changed. As the fluctuation of the first special symbol, a high-speed fluctuation with a fluctuation time of 0.5 seconds is performed (see FIG. 8-7 (B)). When this fluctuation is stopped, the value of the special 2 time reduction counter is "1", and the value of the total time reduction counter is "4", so that the time reduction state is continued.

Then, in the (4) time saving state, a right-handed strike is performed, a starting prize is generated in the second starting winning opening at a predetermined timing, and the second special symbol is changed. Since the right-handed hit is continuously performed even during the execution of this fluctuation, it will be described below assuming that the start winning to the second starting winning opening has occurred twice more. When this fluctuation is an out-of-time fluctuation, the value of the special 2 time reduction counter becomes "0", so that the time reduction state ends and the normal state is controlled. At this time, the first time saving flag B is reset and the left-handed notification is started.

(5) When controlled to the normal state, the left-handed stroke is performed, but the second reserved memory stored during the time saving state is changed. Since left-handed strikes are continuously performed even during the execution of this fluctuation, it will be described below assuming that the start winnings to the first starting winning opening have occurred twice.

(6) When the display result of the fluctuation with respect to the second hold memory stored in the time saving state is a small hit symbol (so-called pullback occurs), the stop period of the small hit symbol ends and the right-handed notification is given. Is done. Then, a V prize is generated in the small hit game state, and the game is controlled to the big hit game state.

(7) When the big hit game state ends, since it was a big hit game controlled from the time saving state, the second time saving flag A is set, and the second special symbol is changed seven times, or the first special symbol and the first special symbol and the first. 2 The time is controlled until the special symbol is changed 20 times. That is, "7" is set in the special 2 time reduction counter, and "20" is set in the total time reduction counter. Then, the first special symbol corresponding to the first reserved storage stored while the second special symbol is changed is changed. As the variation of the first special symbol, a long variation with a variation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds is performed (see FIG. 8-7 (C)). While this fluctuation is being performed, the right-handed hit is performed and the second reserved memory is stored, but since the configuration is such that the second reserved memory is stored, the fluctuation corresponding to all the first reserved memory is completed. Therefore, the fluctuation corresponding to the second hold storage is started.

As the right-handed notification effect, only the lighting control of the right-handed LED093IW10 and the right-handed notification LED093IW20 has been described, but the right-handed notification may be performed using another effect member. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (A), a right-pointing arrow 093IW001 may be performed at the upper right of the display area of the image display device 5.

Similarly, the left-handed notification effect may be performed using another effect member. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (B), a left-pointing arrow 093IW002 may be performed at the upper left of the display area of the image display device 5 as a left-handed notification effect. The left-pointing arrow 093IW002 is displayed smaller than the right-pointing arrow 093IW001.

Further, the mode of the left-handed notification effect may be changed stepwise. For example, in the residual holding digestion period, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (B), the upper left of the display area of the image display device 5 The left-pointing arrow 093IW002 is performed on the left-pointing arrow 093IW002, and the left-pointing arrow 093IW003, which is larger than the left-pointing arrow 093IW002, is displayed during the symbol stop period of the final fluctuation in the residual hold digestion period, as shown in FIG. 8-36 (C). It may be that. Further, at that time, a specific LED may be made to emit light, and a specific sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Further, the timing for starting the left-handed notification effect may be the timing at which the time saving state ends, or the timing at which the fluctuation of the second reserved memory in which the start winning occurs in the time saving state ends (remaining holding digestion period). It may be the end timing of). For example, the left-handed notification effect shown in FIG. 8-36 (C) may be performed at the end of the time saving state regardless of the presence or absence of the remaining hold. Further, when the time saving state ends, the left-handed notification effect shown in FIG. 8-36 (B) is performed, and when the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold ends, the left-handed notification effect shown in FIG. 8-36 (C) is performed. You may do it. Further, the left-handed notification effect may not be performed when the time saving state ends, and the left-handed notification effect shown in FIG. 8-36 (C) may be performed when the fluctuation corresponding to the remaining hold ends.

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Next, the execution timing of various effects in the feature unit 093IW will be described. 8-37 and 8-38 are timing charts for explaining the execution timing of various effects in the feature unit 093IW. Of these, FIG. 8-37 (A) shows the execution timing of various effects in the case of a big hit (normal big hit). Further, FIG. 8-37 (B) shows the execution timing of various effects when the deviation (no time reduction) occurs during the normal state. Further, FIG. 8-38 (A) shows the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the normal state. Further, FIG. 8-38 (B) shows the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the time reduction state.

First, with reference to FIG. 8-37 (A), the execution timing of various effects in the case of a big hit (normal big hit) will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), when a big hit (normal big hit) is reached, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and when the big hit symbol (normal big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed, 0.5. The jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed over a short symbol confirmation period of 1 second (see step 093IWS1132). Further, in the case of a big hit, 20 seconds is secured as the fanfare period of the big hit game, and during the fanfare period, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5. (See step 093IWS887). Next, when a predetermined period (for example, 10 seconds) elapses during the fanfare period, right-handed notification is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-37 (A) (see step 093IWS887). Next, when the fanfare period elapses, the round period and interval period of the jackpot game are repeated, and when all the rounds are completed and the ending period is completed (when the jackpot game is completed), the time saving state A is shifted to, and FIG. 8-37. As shown in (A), the image display device 5 is switched to a background image (in this example, a background image having a yellow display color) according to the time saving state A (time saving state via a jackpot) (see step 093IWS654). ..

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-37 (B), the execution timing of various effects when the deviation (no time reduction) occurs during the normal state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-37 (B), when the deviation (no time reduction) occurs during the normal state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and when the deviation display (no time reduction) is stopped and displayed, the display is stopped. Out-of-order symbols (no time reduction) are confirmed and displayed over a short symbol confirmation period of 0.5 seconds (see step 093IWS1132). Further, when the symbol determination period ends, the background image (in this example, the background image of the blue display color) corresponding to the normal state is continuously displayed (see step 093IWS632).

In the example shown in FIG. 8-37 (B), a case where a deviation occurs (no time reduction) during the normal state is shown, but for example, a case where a deviation occurs during the time reduction state A (no time reduction) occurs. Since the background image corresponding to the time saving state A (in this example, the background image of the yellow display color) is displayed before the start of the fluctuation, the background image corresponding to the time saving state A even after the symbol confirmation period ends ( In this example, the background image of the yellow display color) is continuously displayed. Further, for example, when the time reduction state B is lost (no time reduction), the background image (in this example, the background image of the green display color) corresponding to the time reduction state B is displayed from before the start of the fluctuation. Therefore, even after the end of the symbol determination period, the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (in this example, the background image of the green display color) is continuously displayed.

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-38 (A), the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction is lost during the normal state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), when the time reduction occurs during the normal state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol ends, and when the time reduction deviation symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period of 20 seconds. The time-saving out-of-time symbol is confirmed and displayed (see step 093IWS1128). Further, during the symbol determination period, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), the mode transition effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 093IWS847). 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. 8-38 (A) (see step 093IWS847). Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the process shifts to the time saving state B, and as shown in FIG. 8-38 (A), the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving loss) in the image display device 5. (In this example, the background image of the green display color) can be switched (see step 093IWS656).

Next, with reference to FIG. 8-38 (B), the execution timing of various effects when the time reduction occurs during the time reduction state will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-38 (B), when the time reduction is lost during the time reduction state, the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, and when the time reduction deviation symbol is stopped and displayed, the symbol confirmation period of 10 seconds. The time-saving out-of-time symbol is confirmed and displayed (see step 093IWS1130). Further, during the symbol determination period, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (B), the continuous effect is executed in the image display device 5 (see step 093IWS852). Next, when the symbol determination period elapses, the state is shifted to the time saving state B, and as shown in FIG. 8-38 (B), the background image corresponding to the time saving state B (time saving state via the time saving loss) is displayed in the image display device 5. (In this example, the background image of the green display color) can be switched (see step 093IWS656).

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

As described above, according to the feature unit 093IW, the identification information is variably displayed (in this example, the variation of the first special symbol and the variation of the second special symbol), which is an advantageous state for the player (advantageous state for the player (variation of the second special symbol). In this example, it is a game machine that can be controlled to a jackpot game state), and a game medium (a game ball in this example) that passes through a specific path (in this example, the first path (left-handed path)) can pass through. At a position where the game medium passing through the first passage area (in this example, the first start winning opening) and the special route (in this example, the second route (right-handed route)) provided at various positions can pass. The first start condition (in this example, the special symbol is not changed) as the provided second passing area (in this example, the second start winning opening) and the variable display of the identification information, and the jackpot game state. And the variable display of the first identification information (in this example, the variation of the first special symbol) based on the establishment of the first hold storage, not the small hit game state, and the second start condition. (In this example, the special symbol is not changed, and the second holding memory is stored instead of the big hit game state and the small hit game state), and the second identification information is variable. The display (in this example, the variation of the second special symbol), the variable display executing means (in this example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 093IWS110 to S113), and the first identification. The first reserved storage means (in this example, the first random number storage buffer) that can store information related to the variable display of information as the first reserved storage, and the information related to the variable display of the second identification information can be stored as the second reserved storage. A special state different from the advantageous state based on the second holding storage means (in this example, the second random number storage buffer) and the special result (in this example, the small hit symbol) being displayed as the display result of the variable display. (In this example, a special state control means that can be controlled to a small hit game state) (in this example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS114 to S116) and a predetermined area in a special state (this example). Then, the advantageous state control means (in this example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 093IWS117 to S120) that can control the advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through the V winning opening). Special state control means (in this example, a game control microco.) That can be controlled to a special state (in this example, a time saving state) in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than in a non-special state (in this example, a normal state). Step 093IWS164, S537B, S537C in the computer 100) and a special output (in this example, the launch position designation signal 3) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward the special path in the special state. A special output means (in this example, in the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing output, making the right-handed LED093IW10 emit light, making the right-handed notification LED093IW20 emit light, and executing the right-handed notification effect). The part that executes step 093IWS35 or steps 093IWS1125, S134A, S138A. Alternatively, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS658. ) And the special period (in this example, the remaining hold digestion period) in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed, which is the period after the end of the special state. A specific output means (in this example, outputting a launch position designation signal 1 and executing a left-handed notification effect) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a specific route (in this example). In this example, the game control microcomputer 100 includes a portion for executing step 093IWS36 or step 093IWS661), and the first start condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passage region. , The second start condition is established based on the passage of the game medium through the second passage area, and the variable display execution means sets the start condition when the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored. The case where the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed in the order of establishment and the variable display of the second identification information is performed is more than the case where the variable display of the first identification information is performed. The special result can be displayed at a high rate (in this example, the small hit symbol is not determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the small hit symbol is determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the second special symbol. (See FIG. 8-4). A configuration that can control small hits even when the first special symbol fluctuates may be used. For example, the small hit probability when the first special symbol fluctuates is 1/100, and the second special symbol has a small hit probability. The small hit probability at the time of fluctuation may be 1/7, etc.), and the first identification information is variable in a special state (in this example, the second time saving state) controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. As a display, a special variable display having a variable display period of a predetermined period or longer (in this example, a long fluctuation with a fluctuation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds (variation pattern PT3-1, 3-2)) is performed (FIG. 8-7 (FIG. 8-7 (Fig. 8-7)). C)), in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information (in this example, the first time saving state), the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (FIG. 8-Fig. 8-). 7 (B)), in the special period, the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (since the residual hold digestion period is the normal state, the variation patterns PT3-1 and 3-2 are not selected. (See FIG. 8-7 (A)). As a result, it is possible to suppress gambling by reducing the ball ejection speed, realize sound playability, and suppress a decrease in interest.

Further, as described above, according to the feature unit 093IW, the identification information is variably displayed (in this example, the variation of the first special symbol and the variation of the second special symbol), which is advantageous for the player. A game machine that can be controlled to a state (in this example, a jackpot game state), and a game medium (a game ball in this example) that passes through a specific path (in this example, the first path (left-handed path)). A game medium that passes through a first passing area (in this example, the first starting winning opening) provided at a passable position and a special route (in this example, a second route (right-handed route)) can pass through. The second passing area (in this example, the second starting winning opening) provided at the position and the first starting condition (in this example, the special symbol is not changed) as a variable display of the identification information, and a big hit. Variable display of the first identification information (in this example, variation of the first special symbol) based on the establishment of the first hold memory, not the game state and the small hit game state), and the second The second identification information based on the establishment of the start condition (in this example, the special symbol is not changed and the second hold memory is stored instead of the big hit game state and the small hit game state). (In this example, the variation of the second special symbol), the variable display executing means (in this example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 093IWS110 to S113), and the first 1 The first reserved storage means (in this example, the first random number storage buffer) that can store the information related to the variable display of the identification information as the first reserved storage, and the information related to the variable display of the second identification information as the second reserved storage. It is different from the advantageous state based on the memorable second holding storage means (in this example, the second random number storage buffer) and the special result (in this example, the small hit symbol) being displayed as the display result of the variable display. A special state control means (in this example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing steps 093IWS114 to S116) that can be controlled to a special state (small hit game state in this example) and a predetermined area (a predetermined area (in this example) in the special state). In this example, the advantageous state control means that can control the advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through the V winning opening) (in this example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS117 to S120). And the special state control means (in this example, the game control My) that can be controlled to the special state (in this example, the time saving state) in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than in the non-special state (in this example, the normal state). Step 093IWS164, S537B, S537C in the microcomputer 100) and a special output that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward the special path in the special state (in this example, the launch position designation signal 3). In the special output means (in this example, the game control microcomputer 100) capable of executing the right-handed LED093IW10 to emit light, the right-handed notification LED093IW20 to emit light, and the right-handed notification effect to be executed. , Step 093IWS35 or step 093IWS1125, S134A, S138A. Alternatively, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS658. ) And in the special period (in this example, the remaining hold digestion period) in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed, which is the period after the end of the special state. A specific output means (in this example, outputting a launch position designation signal 1 and executing a left-handed notification effect) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a specific route (in this example). In this example, the game control microcomputer 100 includes a portion for executing step 093IWS36 or step 093IWS661), and the first start condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passage region. , The second start condition is established based on the passage of the game medium through the second passage area, and the variable display execution means sets the start condition when the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored. The case where the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed in the order of establishment and the variable display of the second identification information is performed is more than the case where the variable display of the first identification information is performed. It is possible to display special results at a high rate (in this example, the small hit symbol is not determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the small hit symbol is determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the second special symbol. (See FIG. 8-4). A configuration that can control small hits even when the first special symbol fluctuates may be used. For example, the small hit probability when the first special symbol fluctuates is 1/100, and the second special symbol has a small hit probability. The small hit probability at the time of fluctuation may be 1/7, etc.), and the first identification information is variable in a special state (in this example, the second time saving state) controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. As a display, a special variable display having a variable display period of a predetermined period or longer (in this example, a long fluctuation with a fluctuation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds (variation pattern PT3-1, 3-2)) is performed (FIG. 8-7 (FIG. 8-7 (Fig. 8-7)). C)), in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information (in this example, the first time saving state), the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (FIG. 8-Fig. 8-). 7 (B)), the first identification information is controlled in a special state rather than in an advantageous state based on the variable display of the first identification information when it is controlled in a non-special state. It is more advantageous for the player to control the advantageous state based on the variable display (in this example, once or 7 when controlling to the jackpot gaming state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state. While controlling to the time saving state of times, the first special symbol in the time saving state When controlling to the big hit game state based on the fluctuation of, it is controlled to the time saving state of 7 times). As a result, it is possible to suppress gambling by reducing the ball ejection speed, realize sound playability, and suppress a decrease in interest.

For example, as the main game flow, a big hit game state (first big hit) occurs from the normal state and is controlled to the first time saving state, and the big hit game state (second time) in the first time saving state or the remaining hold digestion period. (Big hit) will occur and control to the second time saving state, so by selecting long fluctuation as the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the second time saving state after the second big hit, per fixed time It is possible to suppress an increase in the ratio of the number of prize balls, and thus it is possible to suppress an excessive increase in gambling.

At that time, by not selecting the long variation as the variation of the first special symbol in the first time saving state after the first big hit, the long variation is selected even though the time saving state has been changed. It is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game due to the above.

The special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information is (1) controlled to the jackpot gaming state based on the variable display of the first identification information, and is controlled after the jackpot gaming state. It is controlled to the small hit game state based on the state and (2) the variable display of the first identification information, and is controlled to the big hit game state by generating a V prize in the small hit game state, and after the big hit game state. It is a concept including a controlled special state and (3) a special state controlled based on the stop display of the time saving deviation as a variable display of the first identification information.

The special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information is (1) controlled to the jackpot gaming state based on the variable display of the second identification information, and is controlled after the jackpot gaming state. It is controlled to the small hit game state based on the state and (2) the variable display of the second identification information, and it is controlled to the big hit game state by generating a V prize in the small hit game state, and after the big hit game state. It is a concept including a controlled special state and (3) a special state controlled based on the stop display of the time saving deviation as a variable display of the second identification information.

Further, in this example, as the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the second time saving state, a fluctuation pattern having a fluctuation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds is selected, but a fluctuation having a fluctuation time longer than a predetermined period is selected. As long as the pattern is selected, the specific fluctuation time is not limited to this. For example, it may be a fluctuation pattern having a fluctuation time longer than all other fluctuation patterns, or it may be a fluctuation pattern having a fluctuation time longer than the execution period of a predetermined effect. Further, it may be a fluctuation pattern having a fluctuation time longer than the fluctuation time of the first special symbol in the first time saving state.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, the variable display executing means selects one of a plurality of variable display periods and performs variable display of the identification information having the selected variable display period (in this example, the variable display period). The game control microcomputer 100 selects one of the variation patterns PT1-1 to PT5-8 by performing step 093IWS1704, and performs variation according to the variation pattern), and the first identification information The variable display period of the variable display of the second identification information is selected at a common selection ratio between the special state controlled based on the variable display and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (the variable display period of the variable display of the second identification information is selected. In this example, in step 093IWS1704, the game control microcomputer 100 responds to the variation of the second special symbol by using the variation pattern table common to the case of the first time saving state and the case of the second time saving state. The fluctuation pattern is selected). As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the second identification information is variably displayed in a special state. For example, by making the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the fluctuation of the second special symbol common between the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the player can be informed whether the time saving state is the first time saving state or the second time saving state. It is possible to play a game without being aware of it, and it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

If the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern of the fluctuation of the second special symbol is the same between the first time reduction state and the second time reduction state, the fluctuation pattern selection table for selecting the fluctuation pattern is different. Although it may be provided, the storage capacity can be saved by making it common.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, the look-ahead notice execution means (in this example, the effect) capable of executing the look-ahead notice effect (in this example, the hold continuous notice effect) for the variable display of the identification information that has not been started yet. The control CPU 120 includes a portion for executing steps 093IWS826 and S885D), and the pre-reading advance notice executing means can execute a pre-reading advance notice effect for which the variable display of the second identification information that has not yet been started is targeted for advance notice. The execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect that targets the variable display of the first identification information that has not been started is restricted (in this example, the effect control CPU 120 is stored before the first hold storage is stored. It was decided to execute the hold continuous notice effect only for the second hold memory (see FIG. 8-30). As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

Further, in this example, the pre-reading advance notice effect is performed as an effect in the jackpot game state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pre-reading advance notice effect may be executed as an effect during fluctuation. In that case, in the time-saving state, it is possible to execute the pre-reading advance notice effect that targets the change of the second special symbol, while restricting the execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect that targets the change of the first special symbol. It may be (do not execute). As a result, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of inconsistency in the production contents.

Further, if the fluctuation of the production target of the look-ahead notice effect is a long-term change after the look-ahead notice effect is performed over a plurality of fluctuations, it is assumed that the player feels bored. In the second time-saving state, it is possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect that targets the change of the second special symbol as the notice target, while the execution of the look-ahead notice effect that targets the change of the first special symbol is restricted ( By not doing it), it may be possible to prevent giving a feeling of boredom.

Further, if the fluctuation of the production target of the pre-reading notice effect is a high-speed fluctuation after the pre-reading notice effect is performed over a plurality of fluctuations, it is expected that the effect of the pre-reading notice effect will be reduced. However, in the first time-saving state, it is possible to execute the pre-reading advance notice effect that targets the change of the second special symbol as the advance notice, while the execution is restricted for the look-ahead advance notice effect that targets the change of the first special symbol. By doing (not executing), it may be possible to prevent the effect of the pre-reading advance notice effect from being reduced.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, in the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information, only the special variable display is performed as the variable display of the first identification information (in this example, the second in the second time saving state). 1 Only the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and 3-2 can be selected as the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the fluctuation of the special symbol (see FIG. 8-7 (C))). As a result, the storage capacity can be reduced.

Further, the feature unit 093IW is provided with an effect executing means (in this example, the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect, and the effect executing means performs the first effect in the first half of the variable display period of the special variable display. Then, it was decided to execute the second effect indicating whether or not to control in an advantageous state in the latter half of the variable display period of the special variable display (see FIG. 8-8). As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

Further, the feature unit 093IW is provided with an effect executing means (in this example, the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect, and the effect executing means is used as an effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information during a special period. , A special effect that is controlled to a non-special state and is common to the effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information in a period different from the special period (in this example, in the time saving mode (cherry blossom mode)). Background display) can be executed. As a result, it is possible to standardize the effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information between the special period and the period controlled in the non-special state, which is different from the special period. Further, when the first identification information is variably displayed during the special period, the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, when the non-special state is controlled to the special state, the non-special state is controlled regardless of how many times the identification information is variably displayed in the special state to be controlled to the non-special state. As the variable display of the first identification information after being controlled to the special state from, a shortened variable display with a short variable display period is performed (in this example, the first special symbol is mainly changed in the normal state. When the normal state is controlled to the first time saving state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol, even if the control is performed to the first time saving state once, it is controlled to the first time saving state seven times. Even in this case, the fluctuation patterns PT2-1 and 2-2 can be selected as the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the first time saving state (see FIG. 8-7 (B)). And said. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest. For example, it is possible to make the player play the game without making the player aware of the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the first time saving state after the first big hit.

Further, the feature unit 093IW includes an effect executing means (in this example, the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect, and the special state control means is a special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information. In this example, the variable display of the identification information is controlled to a non-special state when the variable display is performed a predetermined time (in this example, the variable display of the second special symbol is finished seven times, or the variable display of the first special symbol and the second The variable display of the special symbol is controlled to the first time saving state until a total of 20 times is completed), and the variable display of the identification information is performed a predetermined time in the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. (In this example, the variation display of the second special symbol is completed 7 times, or the variation display of the 1st special symbol and the variation display of the 2nd special symbol are completed 20 times in total. (Controlled to a two-time reduction state), the effect executing means is a special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information and a special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. It is possible to execute a common effect as an effect corresponding to the variable display of the identification information (in this example, a common variation pattern as a variation pattern corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol in the first time saving state and the second time saving state). (See FIG. 8-7 (E))), the variable display executing means selects one of a plurality of variable display periods, and variable display of the identification information having the selected variable display period. The variable display of the first identification information is performed at different ratios between the special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. Select the variable display period (in this example, different fluctuation patterns are selected as the fluctuation patterns corresponding to the fluctuations of the first special symbol in the first time reduction state and the second time reduction state (FIGS. 8-7 (B), (Fig. 8-7 (B)). See C))). As a result, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, a variable winning means (in this example, a large winning opening) that can be controlled between an open state through which the game medium can pass and a closed state through which the game medium cannot pass, and a game to the variable winning means. The detection means (in this example, the count switch 093IW24) for detecting the passage of the medium and the variable winning means are controlled to the open state in the advantageous state, and the detection means allows the game medium to pass through the variable winning means a predetermined number of times (this). In the example, the variable winning control means that can control the variable winning means to the closed state based on the detection (in this example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS117 to S120). , Value-imparting means for adding value based on the detection of the game medium by the detection means (in this example, when a game ball enters the grand prize opening, a predetermined number (14 in this example) of game balls (Part to be paid out as a prize ball), and the detection means can detect the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means for the specific time exceeding a predetermined time (in this example, the count switch 093IW24 is large. It was decided that the number of winning games (over winning) exceeding the predetermined number (9 in this example) to the winning opening can also be detected). As a result, it is possible to suppress the launch of the player aiming at the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means exceeding a predetermined number of times.

Specifically, as described above, in the big hit game state, the big winning opening is controlled to be open, and the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9) (big winning). On the condition that the winning of the game ball to the mouth was detected 9 times), it was decided to perform a round game in which the winning opening is controlled to be closed. It is assumed that a method of hitting (twisting) is intentionally aimed at winning a prize (over prize) of a number of game balls exceeding the number (for example, 9). Twisting is a state in which one less number of game balls (for example, eight) than the predetermined number has already been won, and one game ball is fired at a low speed and one game ball is fired at a high speed. As a result, the high-speed-launched game ball catches up with the low-speed-launched game ball, and the second game is played during the period from when the first game ball enters the large winning opening until the closed state is completed. It is a way of hitting the ball aiming to enter the big winning opening. However, if the speed of the first game ball launched after being twisted is too slow, it is conceivable that the first game ball will flow down the left side region. In that case, the first game ball wins the first start winning opening, the second game ball wins the big winning opening, the round game ends, and the first special symbol after the big hit game state ends. However, by selecting a long variation (see variation patterns PT3-1 and PT3-2) as the variation time of the variation of the first special symbol, the prize ball per fixed time The number is reduced, and twisting, which is an unfavorable hitting method for amusement stores, can be suppressed.

Further, in the feature unit 093IW, the variable display executing means executes the variable display based on the establishment of the starting conditions (in this example, the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening). The display result of the variable display can be displayed (in this example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS112 and S113), and the advantageous state control means is a specific result as the display result of the variable display (in this example, in this example). The jackpot symbol) can be controlled to an advantageous state (in this example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS114 to S117), and the special state control means is controlled to an advantageous state. After that, it can be controlled to a special state (in this example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS537B and S537C), and the variable display executing means has a predetermined result different from the specific result as the display result of the variable display (in this example). In this example, the out-of-time symbol) can be displayed, and as the predetermined result, the first predetermined result (in this example, the out-of-time symbol (no time reduction) (non-time reduction out-of-time symbol)) that does not trigger the control of the special state and the special It is possible to display the second predetermined result (in this example, the time saving symbol) that triggers the control of the state, and in the non-special state, the display period of the second predetermined result (20 seconds in this example) is The second predetermined in a non-special state, longer than the display period of the first predetermined result (0.5 seconds in this example) (see FIGS. 8-37 (B) and 8-38 (A) in this example). During the result display period, the notification effect executing means (in this example, step 093IWS847 in the effect control CPU 120) that can execute the notification effect (in this example, the mode transition effect) for notifying that the control of the special state is started is executed. The display period of the second predetermined result in the special state (10 seconds in this example) is shorter than the display period of the second predetermined result in the non-special state (in this example, FIG. 8-38 (in this example). See A) and (B)). As a result, the execution period of the notification effect can be secured in the non-special state, the interest in the game can be improved, and the display period of the first predetermined result and the display period of the second predetermined result in the special state can be shortened. And the variable display efficiency can be improved.

Further, in this example, a gaming machine that changes the first special symbol and the second special symbol in the order in which the game balls win the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening has been described. For example, it may be a gaming machine in which the fluctuation of the first special symbol is prioritized over the fluctuation of the second special symbol. For example, even if the second reserved storage is stored at the start of the fluctuation, the gaming machine may perform the fluctuation with respect to the first reserved storage when the first reserved storage is stored. In such a gaming machine, if long variation is selected as the variation pattern of the first special symbol in the second time saving state, it is the case where the second special symbol is mainly changed in the second time saving state. However, when a game ball is won in the first starting winning opening, the first special symbol can be changed preferentially.

As described above, the feature unit 093IW includes the inventions shown below.

(1-1) A gaming machine capable of variablely displaying identification information (for example, variation of the first special symbol, variation of the second special symbol) and controlling to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player. The first passing area (for example, the first starting winning opening) is provided at a position where a game medium (for example, a game ball) passing through a specific path (for example, the first path (left-handed path)) can pass. ), A second passage area (for example, a second start winning opening) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a special route (for example, a second route (right-handed route)) can pass, and variable identification information. The display is based on the fact that the first start condition (for example, the special symbol has not been changed and the first hold memory is stored instead of the big hit game state and the small hit game state) is satisfied. 1 Variable display of identification information (for example, fluctuation of the first special symbol) and second start condition (for example, the special symbol is not changed, and the second hold is not the big hit game state and the small hit game state. Variable display execution means (for example, game control microcomputer 100) capable of performing variable display of the second identification information (for example, variation of the second special symbol) based on the establishment of (the memory is stored) is established. The portion in which steps 093IWS110 to S113 are executed), the first reserved storage means (for example, the first random number storage buffer) that can store the information related to the variable display of the first identification information as the first reserved storage, and the second identification. A second hold storage means (for example, a second random number storage buffer) that can store information related to variable display of information as a second hold storage, and a special result (for example, a small hit symbol) are displayed as a display result of the variable display. Based on this, a special state control means that can control a special state (for example, a small hit game state) different from the advantageous state (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS114 to S116) and a special state. Advantageous state control means capable of controlling an advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through a predetermined area (for example, V winning opening) (for example, a portion of the game control computer 100 for executing steps 093IWS117 to S120). In step 093IWS164 of the game control microcomputer 100, the special state control means (for example, the game control microcomputer 100) can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than the non-special state (for example, the normal state). , S537B, S537C And a special output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 3) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a special path in a special state, making the right-handed LED093IW10 emit light, right-handed A portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing step 093IWS35 or step 093IWS1125, S134A, S138A, which can execute the notification LED 093IW20 to emit light and execute the right-handed notification effect. Alternatively, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS658. ) And the special period (for example, the residual hold digestion period) in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed, which is the period after the end of the special state. Specific output means (for example, game control) capable of executing a specific output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 1 or executing a left-handed notification effect) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward The portion of the microcomputer 100 for executing step 093IWS36 or step 093IWS661), the first starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passing region, and the second starting condition is , The variable display execution means is established based on the passage of the game medium through the second passage area, and the variable display execution means is the first in the order in which the start conditions are satisfied when the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored. When the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the variable display of the second identification information is performed, the special result is obtained at a higher rate than when the variable display of the first identification information is performed. It can be displayed (for example, the small hit symbol is not determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the small hit symbol can be determined as the display result of the variation of the second special symbol (see FIG. 8-4). The configuration may be such that the small hit can be controlled even when the first special symbol fluctuates. For example, the small hit probability when the first special symbol fluctuates is 1/100, and the small hit probability when the second special symbol fluctuates is 1. / 7 etc.), in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second time saving state), the variable display period of a predetermined period or longer is set as the variable display of the first identification information. Performs special variable display (for example, long variation (variation pattern PT3-1, 3-2) with a variation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds) (see FIG. 8-7 (C)), and variable display of the first identification information. In the special state controlled based on the above (for example, the first time saving state), the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (see FIG. 8-7 (B)), and the first identification is performed in the special period. The special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the information (since the residual holding digestion period is the normal state, the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and 3-2 are not selected. See FIG. 8-7 (A)). .. According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress gambling by reducing the ball ejection speed, realize sound playability, and suppress a decrease in interest.

(1-2) A gaming machine capable of variablely displaying identification information (for example, fluctuation of the first special symbol, variation of the second special symbol) and controlling to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player. The first passing area (for example, the first starting winning opening) is provided at a position where a game medium (for example, a game ball) passing through a specific path (for example, the first path (left-handed path)) can pass. ), A second passage area (for example, a second start winning opening) provided at a position where a game medium passing through a special route (for example, a second route (right-handed route)) can pass, and variable identification information. The display is based on the fact that the first start condition (for example, the special symbol has not been changed and the first hold memory is stored instead of the big hit game state and the small hit game state) is satisfied. 1 Variable display of identification information (for example, fluctuation of the first special symbol) and second start condition (for example, the special symbol is not changed, and the second hold is not the big hit game state and the small hit game state. Variable display execution means (for example, game control microcomputer 100) capable of performing variable display of the second identification information (for example, variation of the second special symbol) based on the establishment of (the memory is stored) is established. The portion in which steps 093IWS110 to S113 are executed), the first reserved storage means (for example, the first random number storage buffer) that can store the information related to the variable display of the first identification information as the first reserved storage, and the second identification. A second hold storage means (for example, a second random number storage buffer) that can store information related to variable display of information as a second hold storage, and a special result (for example, a small hit symbol) are displayed as a display result of the variable display. Based on this, a special state control means that can control a special state (for example, a small hit game state) different from the advantageous state (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS114 to S116) and a special state. Advantageous state control means capable of controlling an advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through a predetermined area (for example, V winning opening) (for example, a portion of the game control computer 100 for executing steps 093IWS117 to S120). In step 093IWS164 of the game control microcomputer 100, the special state control means (for example, the game control microcomputer 100) can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than the non-special state (for example, the normal state). , S537B, S537C And a special output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 3) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward a special path in a special state, making the right-handed LED093IW10 emit light, right-handed A portion of the game control microcomputer 100 for executing step 093IWS35 or step 093IWS1125, S134A, S138A, which can execute the notification LED 093IW20 to emit light and execute the right-handed notification effect. Alternatively, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS658. ) And the special period (for example, the residual hold digestion period) in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed, which is the period after the end of the special state. Specific output means (for example, game control) capable of executing a specific output (for example, outputting a launch position designation signal 1 or executing a left-handed notification effect) that can specify that the game medium should be launched toward The portion of the microcomputer 100 for executing step 093IWS36 or step 093IWS661), the first starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passing region, and the second starting condition is , The variable display execution means is established based on the passage of the game medium through the second passage area, and the variable display execution means is the first in the order in which the start conditions are satisfied when the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored. When the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed and the variable display of the second identification information is performed, the special result is obtained at a higher rate than when the variable display of the first identification information is performed. It can be displayed (for example, the small hit symbol is not determined as the display result of the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the small hit symbol can be determined as the display result of the variation of the second special symbol (see FIG. 8-4). The configuration may be such that the small hit can be controlled even when the first special symbol fluctuates. For example, the small hit probability when the first special symbol fluctuates is 1/100, and the small hit probability when the second special symbol fluctuates is 1. / 7 etc.), in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second time saving state), the variable display period of a predetermined period or longer is set as the variable display of the first identification information. Performs special variable display (for example, long variation (variation pattern PT3-1, 3-2) with a variation time of 4 minutes and 22 seconds) (see FIG. 8-7 (C)), and variable display of the first identification information. In the special state controlled based on the above (for example, the first time saving state), the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information (see FIG. 8-7 (B)), and the control is performed in the non-special state. It is better to control to an advantageous state based on the variable display of the first identification information when controlled to a special state than to control to an advantageous state based on the variable display of the first identification information when the first identification information is present. It is advantageous for the player (for example, when controlling to the jackpot game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state, the time saving state is controlled once or seven times, while the first special symbol in the time saving state is controlled. Based on fluctuations in When controlling to the big hit game state, it is controlled to the time saving state of 7 times). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress gambling by reducing the ball ejection speed, realize sound playability, and suppress a decrease in interest.

(2) The variable display executing means selects one of a plurality of variable display periods and performs variable display of the identification information having the selected variable display period (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 , Step 093IWS1704 selects one of the fluctuation patterns PT1-1 to PT5-8 and performs the fluctuation according to the fluctuation pattern), and is controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information. The variable display period of the variable display of the second identification information is selected at a common selection ratio between the special state and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example, a microcomputer for game control). In step 093IWS1704, 100 selects a variation pattern corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol using a variation pattern table common to the case of the first time saving state and the case of the second time saving state). Good. According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest when the second identification information is variably displayed in a special state.

(3) Step 093IWS826, S885D in the effect control CPU 120, which can execute the look-ahead advance notice effect (for example, the hold continuous advance notice effect) that targets the variable display of the identification information that has not been started yet. The look-ahead notice execution means can execute the look-ahead notice effect for the variable display of the second identification information that has not been started yet, while the first identification information that has not been started yet. The execution of the look-ahead advance notice effect whose variable display is the target of advance notice is restricted (for example, the effect control CPU 120 limits the execution of the second hold memory stored before the first hold memory is stored. It is also possible to execute the continuous notice effect (see FIG. 8-30). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(4) In the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information, only the special variable display is performed as the variable display of the first identification information (for example, it corresponds to the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the second time saving state). As the fluctuation pattern to be performed, only the fluctuation patterns PT3-1 and 3-2 can be selected (see FIG. 8-7 (C))). According to such a configuration, the storage capacity can be reduced.

(5) An effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120) capable of executing an effect is provided, and the effect executing means performs the first effect in the first half of the variable display period of the special variable display, and the special variable display is variable. A second effect indicating whether or not to control in an advantageous state in the latter half of the display period may be executed (see FIG. 8-8). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(6) An effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect is provided, and the effect executing means is controlled in a non-special state as an effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information in a special period. It is possible to execute a special effect (for example, background display in the time saving mode (cherry blossom mode)) that is common to the effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information in a period different from the special period. May be. According to such a configuration, the special period and the period controlled in the non-special state, which is different from the special period, aim to standardize the effect corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information. be able to.

(7) When the non-special state is controlled to the special state, the non-special state is controlled to the special state regardless of how many times the identification information is variably displayed in the special state to be controlled to the non-special state. As the variable display of the first identification information after the display is performed, a shortened variable display with a short variable display period is performed (for example, in the normal state, the first special symbol is mainly changed, and the first special symbol is changed from the normal state. When the first time saving state is controlled based on the fluctuation of the symbol, the first time saving state is controlled once or the first time saving state is controlled seven times. As the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the one-time reduction state, the fluctuation patterns PT2-1 and 2-2 may be selected (see FIG. 8-7 (B)). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(8) The effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect is provided, and the special state control means displays the identification information in a variable state in a special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information. It is controlled to a non-special state when it is performed a predetermined time (for example, the variation display of the second special symbol is completed 7 times, or the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are 20 times in total. It is controlled to the first time saving state until the end of the times), and is controlled to the non-special state when the variable display of the identification information is performed a predetermined time in the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example). , Control the variation display of the 2nd special symbol 7 times, or control the variation display of the 1st special symbol and the variation display of the 2nd special symbol to the 2nd time saving state until a total of 20 times), Is common as an effect corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information in the special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. (For example, a common fluctuation pattern is selected as a fluctuation pattern corresponding to the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the first time saving state and the second time saving state (see FIG. 8-7 (E)). ), The variable display executing means selects one of a plurality of variable display periods, performs variable display of the identification information having the selected variable display period, and based on the variable display of the first identification information. The variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information is selected at different ratios between the controlled special state and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the first time saving state). It is also possible to select different fluctuation patterns as the fluctuation patterns corresponding to the fluctuations of the first special symbol in the second time saving state (see FIGS. 8-7 (B) and (C))). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(9) A variable winning means (for example, a large winning opening) that can be controlled between an open state in which the game medium can pass and a closed state in which the game medium cannot pass, and detection for detecting the passage of the game medium through the variable winning means. The means (for example, the count switch 093IW24) and the variable winning means are controlled to the open state in the advantageous state, and the detection means detects the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means a predetermined number of times (for example, 9 times). Based on the variable winning control means that can control the variable winning means in the closed state (for example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 093IWS117 to S120) and the detection means that the game medium is detected. The detection means includes a value-imparting means for imparting value (for example, a portion in which a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls when a game ball enters the large winning opening). It is possible to detect the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means for the specific time exceeding the predetermined number (for example, the count switch 093IW24 has a number of game balls exceeding the predetermined number (for example, 9) to the large winning opening. Winning (over winning) can also be detected). According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the launch of the player aiming at the passage of the game medium to the variable winning means exceeding a predetermined number of times.

(10) The variable display executing means executes variable display based on the establishment of starting conditions (for example, winning a game ball to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening), and displays the display result of the variable display. It is possible (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS112 and S113), and the advantageous state control means is based on the fact that a specific result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is displayed as a display result of the variable display. It can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS114 to S117), and the special state control means can be controlled to the special state after being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, the game). The control microcomputer 100 executes steps 093IWS537B and S537C), and the variable display executing means can display a predetermined result (for example, an outlier symbol) different from the specific result as the display result of the variable display. The first predetermined result that does not trigger the control of the special state (for example, the missed symbol (no time reduction) (non-time reduction missing symbol)) and the second predetermined result that triggers the control of the special state (for example, the time reduction miss symbol). , And in the non-special state, the display period of the second predetermined result (for example, 20 seconds) is longer than the display period of the first predetermined result (for example, 0.5 seconds) (for example, FIG. 8). -37 (B) and FIG. 8-38 (A)), during the display period of the second predetermined result in the non-special state, a notification effect (for example, a mode transition effect) for notifying that the control of the special state is started is performed. An executable notification effect executing means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 093IWS847) is provided, and the display period (for example, 10 seconds) of the second predetermined result in the special state is the second predetermined in the non-special state. It may be shorter than the display period of the result (see, for example, FIGS. 8-38 (A) and (B)). According to such a configuration, it is possible to secure the execution period of the notification effect in the non-special state, improve the interest in the game, and display the first predetermined result and the second predetermined result in the special state. And can be shortened, and the variable display efficiency can be improved.

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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can variably display identification information and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A first passage area provided at a position where a game medium passing through a specific route can pass, and
A second passage area provided at a position where the game medium passing through the special route can pass, and
As the variable display of the identification information, the variable display of the first identification information based on the satisfaction of the first start condition and the variable display of the second identification information based on the satisfaction of the second start condition can be executed. Display execution means and
A first hold storage means that can store information related to the variable display of the first identification information as a first hold storage, and
A second hold storage means that can store information related to the variable display of the second identification information as a second hold storage, and
A special state control means capable of controlling a special state different from the advantageous state based on the special result being displayed as the display result of the variable display, and
An advantageous state control means capable of controlling the advantageous state based on the passage of the game medium through the predetermined region in the special state.
A special state control means capable of controlling a special state in which the second starting condition is more likely to be satisfied than a non-special state, and
In the special state, a special output means capable of executing a special output capable of specifying that the game medium should be launched toward the special path, and
The game medium is launched toward the specific route in the period after the special state ends and in the special period in which the variable display based on the hold memory stored at the end of the special state is executed. It is equipped with a specific output means that can execute a specific output that can specify what should be done.
The first starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the first passing region.
The second starting condition is satisfied based on the passage of the game medium through the second passing region.
The variable display execution means is
When the first hold storage and the second hold storage are stored, the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed in the order in which the start conditions are satisfied.
The special result can be displayed at a higher rate in the case of variable display of the second identification information than in the case of variable display of the first identification information.
In the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information, a special variable display having a variable display period of a predetermined period or longer is performed as the variable display of the first identification information.
In the special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information, the special variable display is not performed as the variable display of the first identification information.
Select one of the variable display periods from a plurality of variable display periods, and perform variable display of the identification information in the selected variable display period.
The variable display of the second identification information at a common selection ratio between the special state controlled based on the variable display of the first identification information and the special state controlled based on the variable display of the second identification information. A gaming machine characterized by selecting a variable display period.

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