JP2021168887A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine which suppresses inconvenience in which a result image is displayed at an inappropriate timing.SOLUTION: A game machine includes transition means which can transition to a second game state (second time-shortened game state) in which an acquisition condition is easier to be satisfied than in a first game state (non time-shortened game state), when a specific drawing pattern (time-shortened drawing pattern) of second drawing patterns stopped and displayed in the case of no winning of a special game is stopped and displayed. The game machine also includes a display means which can display a result image which displays, at an end of a period (advantageous period) which is advantageous for a player, information about a profit acquired in the period. In this configuration, the result image is not displayed when the second game state to which the transition means transitions is ended without winning the special game.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 36

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine whose gaming state shifts.

Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that acquires determination information used for determining the success or failure of a special game (for example, a big hit game) when an acquisition condition is satisfied and determines the determination information when the determination condition is satisfied (for example). , Patent Document 1). In the above gaming machines, there are cases where a first gaming state and a second gaming state in which acquisition conditions are more easily satisfied than in the first gaming state are provided. Further, in the above-mentioned gaming machines, a result image for displaying information on the acquired profit may be displayed.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2000-300731

Let's assume a configuration that can shift from the first gaming state to the second gaming state. That is, it is assumed that the player shifts to the second game state without going through the special game. In the above configuration, the special game may not be executed even once at the end of the second game state. Therefore, the timing at which the second gaming state shifted without going through the special game ends may be inappropriate as the timing for displaying the result image. In consideration of the above circumstances, an object of the present invention is to suppress the inconvenience of displaying the result image at an inappropriate timing.

In order to solve the above problems, the gaming machine according to the present invention determines the adequacy of the special game based on the acquisition means for acquiring the determination information when the acquisition condition is satisfied and the determination information when the determination condition is satisfied. It is displayed in a variable manner when the judgment means and the judgment condition are satisfied, the first symbol is stopped and displayed when the judgment means determines that the special game is won, and the second symbol is displayed when the judgment means determines that the special game is not won. It is advantageous for the player to have a special display means for stopping and displaying, and a transition means for shifting from the first gaming state to the second gaming state where the acquisition condition can be easily established when the specific symbol among the second symbols is stopped and displayed. At the end of the period, it is provided with a display means capable of displaying a result image that displays information on the profits acquired in the period, and the result image is a special game in which the second game state transferred by the transfer means is won. It will not be displayed if it ends without going through.

According to the present invention, the inconvenience of displaying the result image at an inappropriate timing is suppressed.

It is a front view which showed an example of a gaming machine. It is a perspective view which showed an example of the back surface side of a gaming machine. It is a functional block diagram of a gaming machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the detail of a base display. It is a functional block diagram of an image control board. It is a figure which showed an example of a big hit determination table and a hit determination table. It is a figure which showed an example of the symbol determination table. It is a figure which showed an example of the variation pattern determination table for the non-time saving game state. It is a figure which showed an example of the variation pattern determination table for the time saving game state. It is a figure which showed an example of the preliminary determination table. It is a flowchart of the main processing by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of a timer interrupt process by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the input control process by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the 1st start port detection switch input process by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the pre-determination process by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the special figure special electric control processing by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the special symbol memory determination processing by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the special symbol stop processing by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the process for controlling the time saving game state by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of a general-purpose electric processing by a main CPU. It is a flowchart of the main processing by a sub CPU. It is a flowchart of timer interrupt processing by a sub CPU. It is a flowchart of the command analysis process 1 by a sub CPU. It is a flowchart of the command analysis process 2 by a sub CPU. It is a flowchart of the effect input control process by a sub CPU. It is a flowchart of the main processing by a host CPU. It is a flowchart of interrupt processing by a host CPU. It is a figure which showed an example of the variation effect pattern determination table. It is a figure for demonstrating the hold image which is displayed on an image display device. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example of a restriction period. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example of the fluctuation time of a normal symbol display device. It is a figure for demonstrating another concrete example of the fluctuation time of a normal symbol display device. It is a figure for demonstrating the specific example in which the time saving game state overlaps operation. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example at the time of ending a time saving game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the specific example of each image displayed in the time saving game state. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example of a right-handed start image and a left-handed start image. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example of a result image. It is a figure for demonstrating a specific example of a counting period. It is a figure for demonstrating 1st information and 2nd information in 2nd Embodiment.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the embodiments shown in the drawings.
<Composition of gaming machines>
FIG. 1 is a front view showing an example of a gaming machine according to the present embodiment, FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing an example of the back surface side of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing an example of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment. It is a block diagram of a game machine.

As shown in FIG. 1, the gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 2 and an inner frame 3. The outer frame 2 is attached to the island structure of the game hall, and the inner frame 3 is attached to the outer frame 2 so as to be openable and closable. Further, a glass frame 4 is attached to the inner frame 3. Further, a game board 10 having a board surface on which the game ball is launched is mounted on the inner frame 3.

As shown in FIG. 1, a window 4a is formed in the glass frame 4, and a transparent plate 4b is attached to the window 4a. A game area 10a through which the game ball can move (flow down) is formed between the board surface of the game board 10 described above and the transparent plate 4b on the front side thereof. The transparent plate 4b is, for example, a glass plate, and is detachably fixed to the glass frame 4.

The glass frame 4 is connected to the outer frame 2 via the hinge mechanism portion 5 on one end side in the left-right direction (for example, the left side facing the game machine), and the other end side in the left-right direction (for example, with the hinge mechanism portion 5 as a fulcrum). The right side facing the game machine) can be rotated in the direction of opening from the outer frame 2. Specifically, the glass frame 4 covers the game board 10 together with the glass plate 4b, and rotates like a door with the hinge mechanism portion 5 as a fulcrum to open the inner portion of the outer frame 2 including the game board 10. can.

On the other end side of the glass frame 4 (for example, on the right side facing the gaming machine), a lock mechanism for fixing the other end side of the glass frame 4 to the outer frame 2 is provided. The lock mechanism can be unlocked with a special key. Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a door opening switch 136 (see FIG. 3) for detecting whether or not the glass frame 4 is opened from the outer frame 2.

A plate unit 7 having storage plates 6 (upper plate 6a and lower plate 6b) for storing game balls is provided in the lower part of the glass frame 4 (lower portion of the window 4a). Further, the plate unit 7 has an effect button 8 that can be pressed and operated by the player, a cross key 40 that allows the player to execute various selection operations, and a game ball stored in the lower plate 6b to the outside of the game machine. It is equipped with a discharge button 9 for discharging.

As shown in FIG. 1, the effect button 8 is provided in the central portion of the dish unit 7. The effect button 8 of the present embodiment is configured to be able to advance and retreat over a normal operation position, a pressing position retracted below the normal operation position, and a protruding operation position protruding upward from the normal operation position. NS. In the specific example of FIG. 1, the effect button 8 at the normal operation position is shown.

The effect button 8 is configured to be able to be pressed from an arbitrary position including a normal operation position and a protruding operation position to a pressing position. In this specification, the detailed structure of the effect button 8 is disclosed in, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-116168, and thus the description thereof will be omitted.

As will be described in detail later, an operation valid period during which the operation of the effect button 8 can be accepted (the operation of the effect button 8 becomes effective) is provided. The effect button 8 is provided with an effect button detection switch 8a (see FIG. 4), and when the effect button detection switch 8a detects a player's operation, a predetermined effect is executed.

The cross key 40 includes an up button, a down button, a left button, and a right button. Further, the cross key 40 is provided with cross key detection switches (40a, 40b, 40c, 40d). The cross key detection switches (40a, 40b, 40c, 40d) are the upper button detection switch 40a for detecting the operation of the upper button, the lower button detection switch 40b for detecting the operation of the lower button, and the operation of the left button among the cross keys 40. The left button detection switch 40c for detecting the operation of the right button and the right button detection switch 40d for detecting the operation of the right button (see FIG. 3) are included.

As shown in FIG. 1, an operation handle 11 is provided on the lower right side of the glass frame 4. The operation handle 11 is provided with a touch sensor 11a (see FIG. 4). When the touch sensor 11a detects that the player has touched the operation handle 11, a touch signal is transmitted to the launch control board 160.

Upon receiving the touch signal from the touch sensor 11a, the launch control board 160 permits the firing solenoid 12a to be energized. When the rotation angle of the operation handle 11 changes, the gear directly connected to the operation handle 11 rotates, and the knob of the firing volume 11b (see FIG. 3) connected to the gear rotates.

During the period in which the touch signal is received, a voltage corresponding to the detection angle of the firing volume 11b is applied to the firing solenoid 12a (see FIG. 3) provided in the game ball firing mechanism. When a voltage is applied to the launching solenoid 12a, the launching solenoid 12a operates according to the applied voltage, and the game ball moves to the game area 10a of the game board 10 with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the operation handle 11. Be fired.

As shown in FIG. 1, an outer rail R1 and an inner rail R2 are provided around the game board 10 (game area 10a). The outer rail R1 and the inner rail R2 guide the game ball launched from the game ball launch mechanism to the upper part of the game area 10a. The game ball guided to the upper part of the game area 10a falls in the game area 10a. A plurality of nails and windmills are provided in the game area 10a, and the game ball falls unpredictably.

As shown in FIG. 1, a center member 12 is arranged substantially in the center of the game board 10. The center member 12 is provided with an image display device 31 composed of a liquid crystal display device and the like, and an effect movable body 32. The effect movable body 32 can move to the retracted position and the appearance position, and usually stops at the retracted position. A specific example of FIG. 1 shows a case where the effect movable body 32 stops at the retracted position. The effect movable body 32 may overlap with the image displayed by the image display device 31 in front view. Further, the effect movable body 32 is configured to include a light emitting body. The effect movable body 32 emits light by the light emitting body.

As shown in FIG. 1, a first starting port 13 into which a game ball can enter is provided in the game area 10a on the lower center side of the center member 12. Further, a second starting port 14 is provided below the first starting port 13. When the game ball wins (wins) in the first starting port 13 or the second starting port 14, the game is started.

The opening / closing door 14b is provided at the second starting port 14. The opening / closing door 14b is movably controlled in a first mode in which the opening / closing door 14b is maintained in the closed state and a second mode in which the opening / closing door 14b is in the open state. According to the above-mentioned second starting port 14, the game ball is difficult to win in the first aspect (including the case where it is practically impossible), and the game ball is easy to win in the second aspect (first starting port). It will be easier to win from 13).

The second starting port 14 (opening / closing door 14b) of the present embodiment is configured so that the game ball cannot enter during the period controlled by the first aspect. However, if the period in which the second starting port 14 is controlled in the first aspect is easier for the game ball to enter than the period in which the second starting port 14 is controlled in the second aspect, the period in which the game ball is controlled in the first aspect is set. A game ball may enter the second starting port 14.

The game ball that has won the first start port 13 is detected by the first start port detection switch 13a (see FIG. 3). Further, the game ball that has won the second start port 14 is detected by the second start port detection switch 14a (see FIG. 3). When the game balls are detected by the first start port detection switch 13a, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls (prize balls) are paid out. Similarly, when the game balls are detected by the second start port detection switch 14a, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls (prize balls) are paid out.

In the present embodiment, when the game balls enter the first start port 13 and the second start port 14, the three game balls are paid out in common, but the number of payouts is different for each start port. You may. For example, the number of payouts of the first starting port 13 may be three, and the number of payouts of the second starting port 14 may be one.

When the first start port detection switch 13a or the second start port detection switch 14a detects the game ball, a lottery for acquiring the right to execute the big hit game described later (hereinafter, referred to as "big hit lottery") is executed. The big hit game of the present embodiment includes a long hit game and a short hit game. The long-hit game is composed of 10 rounds, and in each round, the big winning opening is opened for the time (for example, 30 seconds) in which the game ball can be won. However, each round ends when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins a prize in the large winning opening. In addition, the short hit game is composed of two rounds, and in each round, the large winning opening is opened for the time when the game ball can be won. However, each round ends when a predetermined number of game balls win the big prize opening. A predetermined time interval is provided between each round. In the small hit game, the large winning opening is opened for the time when the game ball can be won (for example, 1.8 seconds).

As shown in FIG. 1, a gate 15 through which a game ball can pass is provided in the game area 10a on the right side of the center member 12. The gate 15 is provided with a gate detection switch 15a (see FIG. 3) that detects the passage of the game ball, and when the gate detection switch 15a detects the passage of the game ball, a lottery of ordinary symbols described later is executed.

The game area 10a on the right side of the center member 12 (hereinafter, may be referred to as a “right side area”) is provided with a first large winning opening 16 and a second large winning opening 17 into which a game ball can enter. A game ball can enter the above right region when the operation handle 11 is rotated more than a predetermined angle (so-called "right-handed"). On the other hand, when the operation handle 11 is rotated smaller than the angle (so-called "left-handed"), the game ball does not enter the right region. That is, in the first large winning opening 16 and the second large winning opening 17 provided in the right side region, a game ball can be won when the game is played with a right-handed hit, and a game ball can be won when the game is played with a left-handed hit. It is configured not to win a prize.

In the present embodiment, when the game is left-handed, the game ball can be won in the first starting port 13, but it is difficult (including the case where it is practically impossible) to win the game ball in the second starting port 14. The configuration is adopted. Further, when the game is played with a right-handed hit, the game ball can win a prize in the second starting port 14, but the game ball is difficult to win in the first starting port 13 (including the case where it is practically impossible). Will be done.

The first large winning opening 16 is normally maintained in a closed state by the opening / closing door 16b, and it is impossible to win a game ball. On the other hand, in the big hit game, the opening / closing door 16b is opened, and the opening / closing door 16b functions as a saucer for guiding the game ball into the first big winning opening 16, so that the game ball can win the first big winning opening 16. .. The first prize opening detection switch 16a is provided in the first prize opening 16a, and when the first prize opening detection switch 16a detects a game ball, a preset number (for example, 15) of prize balls is paid out. Will be done.

The second large winning opening 17 is normally maintained in a closed state by the movable piece 17b, and it is impossible to win a game ball. On the other hand, in the big hit game, the movable piece 17b operates to open the second big winning opening 17, and the movable piece 17b functions as a taxiway to guide the game ball into the second big winning opening 17, and the game ball It is possible to enter the second major winning opening 17. A second prize opening detection switch 17a is provided in the second prize opening 17a, and when the second prize opening detection switch 17a detects the entry of a game ball, a preset number (for example, 15) of prizes is awarded. The ball is paid out.

As shown in FIG. 1, a plurality of general winning openings 18 are provided in the game area 10a. When a game ball wins in each of the above general winning openings 18, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 10 game balls) is paid out. Further, at the bottom of the game area 10a, none of the general winning opening 18, the first starting opening 13, the second starting opening 14, the first large winning opening 16 and the second large winning opening 17 entered the ball. An out port 19 for discharging the game ball is provided.

The image display device 31 is controlled by the effect control board 120 (image control board 150) described later and displays various images. For example, during the non-game period when the game is not executed, the moving image of the demonstration is displayed on the image display device 31. Further, the image display device 31 variablely displays three effect symbols GA (left symbol, middle symbol, right symbol) for notifying the lottery result of the big hit during the game in-game period in which the game is executed.

In the present embodiment, the combination of the specific effect symbol GA (for example, 777, etc.) is stopped and displayed to notify that the result of the big hit lottery is a big hit. In addition, when a combination other than the specific effect symbol 38 (for example, 289 or the like) is stopped and displayed, it is notified that the result of the big hit lottery is lost.

The image display device 31 displays the fourth symbol in addition to the effect symbol GA. The fourth symbol is an image showing a fluctuating state of the effect symbol GA used for notifying the lottery result of the big hit lottery. However, a display lamp indicating the fluctuation state of the effect symbol GA may be separately provided so that the fourth symbol is not displayed on the image display device 31.

As shown in FIG. 1, a pair of left and right lighting devices 33 for effect are provided on the upper part of the glass frame 4. Each of the effect lighting devices 33 includes a plurality of lights, and the irradiation direction and emission color of the light of the lights are changed according to each effect.

The gaming machine 1 is provided with an audio output device 34 (see FIG. 4) composed of speakers (not shown). The audio output device 34 outputs various sounds including BGM (background music) and SE (sound effect). For example, the audio output device 34 outputs BGM corresponding to the image displayed on the image display device 31.

As shown in FIG. 1, a main display 28 is provided on the lower left side of the game area 10a. The main display 28 described above is controlled by the main control board 110 described later. The main display 28 includes a first special symbol display device 20, a second special symbol display device 21, a normal symbol display device 22, a first special symbol hold display 23, a second special symbol hold display 24, and a normal symbol. Includes a hold indicator 25 and a round count indicator 26.

The first special symbol display device 20 notifies the result of a big hit lottery when a game ball enters the first starting port 13, and is composed of a plurality of LEDs. Specifically, a plurality of special symbols corresponding to the result of the big hit lottery are provided, and by displaying the special symbol (lighting mode) corresponding to the result of the big hit lottery on the first special symbol display device 20, the lottery result is a game. Will be notified. The above special symbols are stopped and displayed after being displayed (blinking) for a predetermined time.

The second special symbol display device 21 is for notifying the result of the big hit lottery when the game ball enters the second starting port 14, and is composed of a plurality of LEDs (first special symbol display device). Same as 21). Specifically, a plurality of special symbols corresponding to the result of the big hit lottery are provided, and by displaying the special symbol (lighting mode) corresponding to the result of the big hit lottery on the second special symbol display device 21, the lottery result is a game. Will be notified. The special symbol of the second special symbol display device 21 is stopped and displayed after being displayed (blinking) for a predetermined time, similarly to the special symbol of the first special symbol display device 20 described above.

The ordinary symbol display device 22 notifies the lottery result of the ordinary symbol executed when the game ball passes through the gate 15. As will be described in detail later, when the normal symbol lottery (hereinafter referred to as “general symbol lottery”) is won, the normal symbol display device 22 lights up, and then the second starting port 14 is controlled in the second mode for a predetermined time. NS. The above-mentioned ordinary symbol display device 22 is displayed (blinks) for a predetermined time when the game ball passes through the gate 15, and is then stopped and displayed.

If a game ball enters the first start port 13 or the second start port 14 and the big hit lottery cannot be performed immediately during the variable display of the special symbol or in the big hit game, the right of the big hit lottery is reserved under certain conditions. Will be done. For example, the right of the big hit lottery in which the game ball enters the first starting port 13 and is reserved is reserved as the first hold, and the right of the big hit lottery in which the game ball enters the second starting port 14 and is reserved. Is reserved as a second hold.

The first special symbol hold indicator 23 displays the current value of the number of first hold. The first hold of the present embodiment is held up to a maximum of four. In addition, the second special symbol hold indicator 24 displays the current value of the number of second hold. Similar to the first hold, the second hold of the present embodiment is held up to four. Further, in the present embodiment, when both the first hold and the second hold are stored, the second hold is preferentially digested. That is, the second special symbol display device 21 is given priority over the first special symbol display device 20 for variable display.

If the normal symbol lottery cannot be performed immediately during the variable display of the normal symbol or during the period when the second starting port 14 (opening / closing door 14b) is in the second mode (opening), the right to the regular map lottery is reserved. The maximum number of reservations for the general drawing lottery is set to 4, and the number of reservations for the general drawing lottery is displayed on the normal symbol reservation display 25. In addition, the general drawing lottery is also executed in the big hit game (non-time saving game state). The round number display 26 is for notifying the number of rounds of the round game performed during the big hit (special game).

As shown in FIG. 2, on the back surface of the gaming machine 1, a main control board 110, an effect control board 120, a payout control board 130, a power supply board 170, and a game information output terminal board 27 are provided. The power supply board 170 is provided with a power plug 171 and a power switch (not shown) for supplying power to the gaming machine.

<Configuration of game control device>
FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining a game control device that controls the progress of the game in the game machine 1 of the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 3, the gaming machine 1 includes a lamp control board 140, an image control board 150, and a firing control board 160 in addition to the above-mentioned main control board 110, effect control board 120, payout control board 130, and power supply board 170. do.

The main control board 110 controls the basic operation of the game. As shown in FIG. 3, the main control board 110 includes at least a one-chip microcomputer composed of a main CPU 111, a main ROM 112, and a main RAM 113, and an input port and an output port (not shown) for main control.

The main CPU 111 reads a program stored in the main ROM 112 and performs arithmetic processing based on an input signal from each detection switch (first start port detection switch 13a or the like). Various commands are transmitted from the output port to other boards according to the result of the above arithmetic processing. Further, the main CPU 111 controls each display including the above-mentioned main display 28. The main RAM 113 functions as a data work area during arithmetic processing of the main CPU 111.

As shown in FIG. 3, on the input side of the main control board 110, there are a first start port detection switch 13a, a second start port detection switch 14a, a gate detection switch 15a, a first special winning opening detection switch 16a, and a second big winning. The mouth detection switch 17a, the general winning opening detection switch 18a, and the out ball detection switch 19a are connected, and the game ball detection signal is input from the above detection switches.

For example, the game ball that has won the first prize opening 16 is detected by the first prize opening detection switch 16a. Further, the game ball detected by the first winning opening detection switch 16a is subsequently detected by the out ball detection switch 19a. Similarly, the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 17 is detected by the second special winning opening detection switch 17a, and then detected by the out ball detection switch 19a. The game ball that has won the general winning opening 18 is detected by the general winning opening detection switch 18a, and then detected by the out ball detection switch 19a. In the above configuration, the game ball launched into the game area 10a is finally detected by the out ball detection switch 19a. Hereinafter, the number of game balls detected by the out ball detection switch 19a may be described as “the number of outs”.

As shown in FIG. 3, a signal from the clear switch 30a is input to the main control board 110. Specifically, the gaming machine 1 is provided with a clear button 30 (not shown). The clear switch 30a outputs an ON signal to the main control board 110 during the period when the clear button 30 is operated (pressed). Further, the clear switch 30a outputs an OFF signal to the main control board 110 during a period in which the clear button 30 is not operated.

The above clear button 30 cannot be operated when the inner frame 3 is closed. That is, the clear button 30 is provided at a position where the player cannot operate it. For example, the clear button 30 is operated by the administrator of the gaming machine 1. When the power is turned on to the gaming machine 1 while the clear button 30 is operated, various information of the main RAM 115 is initialized.

The main control board 110 includes a start port opening / closing solenoid that opens / closes the opening / closing door 14b of the second starting port 14, a first large winning opening opening / closing solenoid that opens / closes the opening / closing door 16b of the first winning opening 16, and a second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid. A second large winning opening opening / closing solenoid that opens / closes the movable piece 17b of the winning opening 17 is connected.

On the main control board 110, a first special symbol display device 20, a second special symbol display device 21, a normal symbol display device 22, a first special symbol hold display 23, a second special symbol hold display 24, and a normal symbol hold display 24 are used. The display 25 and the round count display 26 are connected. The main control board 110 outputs an external information signal necessary for managing a gaming machine in a hall computer or the like of a gaming store to a gaming information output terminal board 27.

As shown in FIG. 3, a right-handed lamp 28 is connected to the main control board 110. The right-handed lamp 28 lights up during a period when it is more advantageous to play right-handed than left-handed, and turns off during a period when it is more advantageous to play left-handed than right-handed. For example, the right-handed lamp 28 lights up in the time-saving game state, the big hit game, and the small hit game. In the above configuration, when the right-handed lamp 28 is turned on, the player plays the game by right-handed. Therefore, the right-handed lamp 28 is also paraphrased as a means for instructing the operation mode (left-handed, right-handed) of the operation handle 11.

The main ROM 112 stores a game control program described later and data necessary for various games. Further, the main RAM 113 has a plurality of storage areas. For example, the main RAM 113 includes a normal symbol hold number (G) storage area, a normal symbol hold storage area, a first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area, a second special symbol hold number (U2) storage area, and a determination storage area. , 1st special symbol storage area, 2nd special symbol storage area, high probability game count (X) storage area, round game count (R) storage area, open count (K) storage area, game state storage area, game state buffer , A stop symbol data storage area, a production transmission data storage area, and the like are provided. The game state storage area includes a time-saving game flag storage area, a high-probability game flag storage area, a special figure special electric processing data storage area, and a normal figure general electric processing data storage area. The above-mentioned storage area is only an example, and many other storage areas are provided.

The game information output terminal board 27 is a board for outputting an external information signal generated by the main control board 110 to a hall computer or the like of a game store. The game information output terminal board 27 is connected to the main control board 110 by wiring, and is provided with a connector for connecting to a hall computer or the like of a game store. Further, a magnetic sensor for detecting illegal magnetism is connected to the main control board 110.

As shown in FIG. 3, the base display 114 is provided on the main control board 110. The base display 114 of the present embodiment displays the base value described later. The base indicator 114 is configured to include four segment indicators (see FIG. 4 below) and is mounted directly on the main control board 110.

The power supply board 170 converts the power supply voltage supplied from the power supply plug 171 into a predetermined voltage and supplies it to each control board. Further, the power supply board 170 monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine, and outputs a power failure detection signal to the main control board 110 when the power supply voltage becomes equal to or less than a predetermined value. Specifically, when the power failure detection signal reaches a high level, the main CPU 111 is in an operable state, and when the power failure detection signal becomes a low level, the main CPU 111 is in an operation stopped state.

In the present embodiment, the power supply board 170 is provided with a backup power supply including a capacitor. With the above backup power supply, the data stored in the main RAM 113 is maintained even when the operation is stopped. The backup power supply is not limited to the capacitor, and may be, for example, a battery. Further, the capacitor and the battery may be used in combination.

The effect control board 120 controls each effect. As shown in FIG. 3, the effect control board 120 includes a sub CPU 121, a sub ROM 122, a sub RAM 123, and an RTC (real time clock) 124. The effect control board 120 is connected to the main control board 110 so as to be able to communicate in one direction.

The sub CPU 121 reads and calculates the program stored in the sub ROM 122 based on the command transmitted from the main control board 110 or the input signal from the effect button detection switch 8a input via the lamp control board 140. Execute the process. Further, the sub CPU 121 transmits the corresponding data to the lamp control board 140 or the image control board 150 based on the above-mentioned arithmetic processing. The sub RAM 123 functions as a data work area during arithmetic processing of the sub CPU 121.

The sub ROM 122 stores a program for controlling the effect and data necessary for various games. For example, a variation effect pattern determination table for determining an effect pattern based on a variation pattern specification command received from the main control board 110, and an effect symbol pattern determination table for determining a combination of effect symbol GA to be stopped and displayed (not shown). ) Etc. are stored in the sub ROM 122. In addition, a large number of tables and programs (not shown) are stored in the sub ROM 122.

The sub RAM 123 has a plurality of storage areas. Specifically, the sub RAM 123 includes a command reception buffer, a game state storage area, an effect mode storage area, an effect pattern storage area, an effect symbol storage area, a determination storage area (0th storage area), a first hold storage area, and the like. A second reserved storage area and the like are provided.

RTC124 outputs the current time. The RTC 124 of the present embodiment operates by the power source during the period when the game machine is supplied with the power source from the outside. On the other hand, during the period when the gaming machine is not supplied with power from the outside, it operates by the backup power supply mounted on the power supply board 170. The RTC 124 described above can measure the current date and time even during a period in which power is not supplied to the gaming machine from the outside.

A date signal indicating the current date and a time signal indicating the current time are received from the RTC 124 by the sub CPU 121, and various processes according to the current date and time are executed. A battery may be provided on the effect control board 120 so that the RTC 124 can be operated by the battery.

The payout control board 130 executes launch control of the game ball and payout control of the prize ball. As shown in FIG. 3, the payout control board 130 includes a payout CPU 131, a payout ROM 132, and a payout RAM 133, and is connected to the main control board 110 in both directions so as to be communicable. Further, signals from the payout ball counting switch 135, the door opening switch 136, the dish full tank detection switch 51, and the ball jam detection switch 52 are input to the payout control board 130.

The payout ball counting switch 135 is a switch for detecting whether or not the game ball has been paid out. The plate full tank detection switch 51 is a switch for detecting that the storage plate (lower plate) of the game ball is full. Further, the ball clogging detection switch 52 is, for example, a switch for detecting clogging of a game ball in a passage in which the game ball to be paid out moves.

The payout CPU 131 reads the program stored in the payout ROM 132 and performs arithmetic processing based on the input signals from the various switches described above, and transmits data according to the result of the arithmetic processing to the main control board 110. ..

As shown in FIG. 3, a payout motor 134 of a prize ball payout device for paying a predetermined number of prize balls to a player from a storage portion of the game balls is connected to the output side of the payout control board 130. The payout CPU 131 controls the payout motor 134 of the prize ball payout device based on the payout number designation command transmitted from the main control board 110 to pay out a predetermined prize ball to the player. The payout RAM 133 functions as a data work area during arithmetic processing of the payout CPU 131.

In this embodiment, it is monitored whether or not a game ball lending device (card unit) (not shown) is connected to the payout control board 130. If the game ball lending device is connected to the payout control board 130, the launch control board 160 is allowed to launch the game ball. On the other hand, if the game ball lending device is not connected to the payout control board 130, it is prohibited to launch the game ball on the launch control board 160.

When the launch control board 160 receives the launch control data from the payout control board 130, the launch control board 160 permits the launch. Then, the touch signal from the touch sensor 11a and the input signal from the firing volume 11b are read out, the firing solenoid 12a and the ball feed solenoid 12b are energized and controlled to fire the game ball.

The firing solenoid 12a is composed of a rotary solenoid. A launching member (not shown) is directly connected to the launching solenoid 12a, and the launching member rotates when the launching solenoid 12a rotates. One game ball is fired for each rotation of the firing solenoid.

The rotation speed of the firing solenoid 12a is set to about 99.9 (times / minute) from the frequency based on the output cycle of the crystal oscillator provided on the firing control board 160. With the above configuration, the number of launching game balls in one minute is about 99.9 (pieces / minute). That is, the game ball is fired about every 0.6 seconds. The ball feed solenoid 12b is composed of a straight-moving solenoid, and feeds the game balls on the upper plate 6a (see FIG. 1) one by one toward the launching member directly connected to the launch solenoid 12a.

The lamp control board 140 is connected to the effect control board 120 so that bidirectional communication is possible. Further, as shown in FIG. 3, an effect button detection switch 8a and a cross key detection switch (40a, 40b, 40c, 40d) are connected to the input side of the lamp control board 140. The detection signals from the above detection switches are input to the effect control board 120 via the lamp control board 140.

Further, the effect movable body 32 and the effect lighting device 33 provided on the game board 10 are connected to the lamp control board 140. The lamp control board 140 controls the lighting of the effect lighting device 33 and controls the drive of the motor for changing the light irradiation direction based on the data transmitted from the effect control board 120. In addition, a drive source such as a solenoid or a motor that operates the effect movable body 32 is energized and controlled. In the present embodiment, since the effect button 8 is configured to protrude, the effect movable body 32 includes the effect button 8.

The image control board 150 is connected to the effect control board 120 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication, and the image display device 31 and the audio output device 34 are connected to the output side thereof.

<Base display>
4 (a) to 4 (c) are diagrams for explaining the control of the base display 114 in the present embodiment. As will be described in detail later, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment shifts to each gaming state including a low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. The base display 114 displays the base value B in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. The base value B of a specific section is calculated by dividing the total number of prize balls paid out in the section by the above-mentioned number of outs (total number of game balls launched).

FIG. 4A is a diagram for explaining various counters (a prize ball counter for base calculation, an out counter for base calculation, and a total out counter) used for display control of the base display 114. Each of the above counters is provided in, for example, the main RAM 113.

The prize ball counter for base calculation counts the prize balls in a specific section. Specifically, a numerical value "10" is added to the prize ball counter for base calculation when a game ball wins a prize in the general winning opening 18. Further, when the game ball wins in the first prize opening 16 or the second prize opening 17, the numerical value "15" is added to the prize ball counter for base calculation. Similarly, when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 or the second starting port 14, the numerical value "3" is added to the prize ball counter for base calculation. In addition, the base calculation out counter counts the number of outs in a specific section. Specifically, every time a game ball is detected by the out ball detection switch 19a, a numerical value "1" is added to the base calculation out counter.

The main CPU 111 calculates the base value B of a specific section by multiplying the calculation result obtained by dividing the value of the base calculation out-counter by the value of the base calculation prize ball counter by the value "100". However, the base calculation out counter and the base calculation prize ball counter are not added except in the low probability non-time saving game state. In the above configuration, the base value B in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state is calculated in the specific section. In the present embodiment, the period in which the base calculation out counter and the base calculation prize ball counter are added may be described as a "counting period", and a period other than the counting period may be described as a "non-counting period". ..

The main CPU 111 stores (saves) the base value B of the section each time the predetermined section ends. In this embodiment, the base value B is stored every time the number of outs is counted as 60,000. Specifically, the total out counter counts the number of outs during the period from the first power-on to the present (hereinafter, may be referred to as "total outs"). Each time the numerical value "60,000" is added to the total out counter, the main CPU 111 calculates and stores the base value B from the current values of the base calculation prize ball counter and the base calculation out counter. Further, every time the numerical value "60,000" is added to the total out counter, the base calculation prize ball counter and the base calculation out counter are initialized.

FIG. 4B is a diagram for explaining the base value B displayed on the base display 114. In the specific example of FIG. 4B, the number of outs of 60,000 is counted in the section 3, then the number of outs of 60,000 is counted in the section 2, the number of outs of 60,000 is counted in the section 1, and the number of outs is counted in the section L. Is started. The number of outs in the section L is less than 60,000 (0 to 59999). Further, the base value B in the section 3 is "B3", the base value B in the section 2 is "B2", the base value B in the section 1 is "B1", and the base value B in the section L is "BL". ”.

In the above specific example, in the section L, the base value BL of the section L (real time), the base value B1 of the section 1 (previous section), the base value B2 of the section 2 (the section two times before), and the section. The base value B3 of 3 (the section three times before) is displayed on the base display 114. Specifically, the base display 114 switches and displays four base values B in the order of base value BL, base value B1, base value B2, and base value B3. The base value B of each section is displayed by switching, for example, about every 5 seconds. In the present embodiment, the base value B is continuously displayed on the base display 114, including the period during which the game is possible.

When one section ends (when the number of outs of 60,000 is counted), the base value B of the section is saved as the base value B of the previous section, and the base value B of the oldest section is discarded. .. For example, in the specific example of FIG. 4B, when the number of outs in the section L reaches 60,000, the base value BL of the section L is stored as the base value B1 of the section 1, and the base value B1 of the section 1 is stored in the section 2. Is stored as the base value B2 of, the base value B2 of the section 2 is stored as the base value B3 of the section 3, and the base value 3 of the oldest section 3 is discarded.

FIG. 4C is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the base display 114. As shown in FIG. 4C, the base display 114 includes a first display unit 114x and a second display unit 114y. The second display unit 114y is composed of two seven-segment displays and displays the base value B. In the second display unit 114y described above, the numbers "00" to the numbers "99" can be displayed. If the base value is larger than the numerical value "100", "99." is displayed on the second display unit 114y (the dot display unit lights up).

As described above, the base display 114 switches the base value B of the section in the order of section L, section 1, section 2, and section 3 about every 5 seconds and displays it on the second display unit 114y. The first display unit 114x displays identification information (bL, b1, b2, b3) that can identify which section of the base value B is displayed on the second display unit 114y.

For example, in the specific example of FIG. 4B described above, the identification information "bL" is displayed on the first display unit 114x during the period when the base value BL of the section L is displayed. Further, in the period in which the base value B1 of the section 1 is displayed, the identification information "b1" is displayed on the first display unit 114x, and in the period in which the base value B2 of the section 2 is displayed, the identification information "b2" is displayed in the first display unit 114x. The identification information "b3" is displayed on the first display unit 114x during the period in which the information is displayed on the 1 display unit 114x and the base value B3 of the section 3 is displayed.

However, when the total number of outs is less than 60,000, the base value to be displayed on the second display unit 114y cannot be calculated during the period when the identification information "b1" is displayed on the first display unit 114x. Similarly, when the total number of outs is less than 60,000, the base value displayed as the identification information "b2" and the base value displayed as the identification information "b3" cannot be calculated. In consideration of the above circumstances, when the total number of outs is less than 60,000, each identification information is blinked and displayed during the period when the identification information "b1" to the identification information "b3" are displayed on the first display unit 114x. , The special symbol "---" is lit and displayed on the second display unit 114y.

When the total number of outs is 60,000 or more and less than 120,000, the base value B1 to be displayed as the identification information "b1" is calculated, but the base value B2 to be displayed as the identification information "b2" and the identification information "b3" are displayed. The base value B3 to be calculated cannot be calculated. In consideration of the above circumstances, when the total number of outs is 60,000 or more and less than 120,000, the identification information is lit and displayed and the base value is displayed during the period when the identification information "b1" is displayed on the first display unit 114x. During the period in which B1 is lit and displayed and the identification information "b2" or the identification information "b3" is displayed, each identification information is blinked and displayed, and the special symbol "---" is lit and displayed on the second display unit 114y.

Similarly, when the total number of outs is 120,000 or more and less than 180,000, the base value B1 displayed as the identification information "b1" and the base value B2 displayed as the identification information "b2" are calculated, but the identification information "b3" is calculated. The base value B3 to be displayed cannot be calculated. In consideration of the above circumstances, when the total number of outs is 120,000 or more and less than 180,000, the identification information is displayed during the period when the identification information "b1" or the identification information "b2" is displayed on the first display unit 114x. During the period when the identification information "b3" is displayed, the identification information is blinked and the special symbol "---" is displayed on the second display unit 114y. Lights up and displays.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the real-time base value BL is displayed during the period when the identification information “bL” is displayed. However, for example, in the specific example of FIG. 4B, if the number of normal outs in the section L is not sufficiently large, it is difficult to calculate the accurate (original) base value B. In consideration of the above circumstances, it is preferable to have a configuration in which it is notified whether or not the number of normal outs in the section L is sufficiently large. According to the above configuration, the administrator of the gaming machine 1 has an advantage that the base value BL can be evaluated after considering whether or not the number of outs is usually sufficient.

Specifically, in the present embodiment, when the number of normal outs in the section L is less than 6000, the identification information "bL" is blinked, and when the number of normal outs in the section L is 6000 or more, the identification information "bL" is displayed. Is lit and displayed. In the above configuration, it is substantially notified whether or not the number of normal outs in the section L is sufficiently large, and the above-mentioned advantages can be obtained.

By the way, it is usual that the operation check of the gaming machine 1 is carried out before the player actually plays the game. The above operation confirmation includes confirmation of whether the detection switches (13a, 14a, 16a, 17a, 18a, 19a) normally detect the game ball. Therefore, in a configuration in which the prize ball counter for base calculation and the out counter for base calculation are added immediately after the power is first turned on to the gaming machine 1, the calculation is performed immediately after the power is first turned on for the gaming machine 1. It is assumed that the base value to be played is different from the base value B calculated when the game is actually played.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, the base calculation prize ball counter and the base calculation out counter are not added until the total out counter reaches a predetermined numerical value (for example, the numerical value "300"). Adopted. According to the above configuration, the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed.

<Structure of image control board>
FIG. 5 is a functional block diagram of the image control board 150. As shown in FIG. 5, the image control board 150 includes a host CPU 151, a host RAM 152, a host ROM 153, a CGROM 154, a crystal oscillator 155, a VRAM 156, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 200 to control the image display of the image display device 31. It is composed.

The host CPU 151 gives an instruction to the VDP 200 to display various images on the image display device 31 based on the effect pattern designation command described later received from the effect control board 120. The above instructions are executed by setting data in the control register 201 of the VDP 200 and outputting a display list composed of drawing control commands.

The VDP 200 transmits a V blank interrupt signal and a drawing end signal to the host CPU 151. When each of the above signals is received, the host CPU 151 appropriately executes an interrupt process. The image data of the image displayed on the image display device 31 is stored in the CGROM 154.

The host CPU 151 gives an instruction to the VDP 200 to output a predetermined sound to the audio output device 34 based on the effect pattern designation command received from the effect control board 120. The host RAM 152 is built in the host CPU 151 and functions as a work area for data generated by arithmetic processing of the host CPU 151. Further, the host RAM 152 temporarily stores the data read from the host ROM 153.

The host ROM 153 is composed of a mask ROM and stores a control processing program of the host CPU 151. Further, the host ROM 153 includes a symbol arrangement information in which the symbol number of the effect symbol and the type of the effect symbol GA are associated with each other, a display list generation program for generating a display list, an animation pattern for displaying an animation of the effect pattern, and the like. Memorize animation scene information.

The animation pattern is referred to when displaying the animation of the production pattern, and the combination of the animation scene information included in the production pattern, the display order of each animation scene information, and the like are specified. In addition, the animation scene information includes information such as weight frame (display time), target data (sprite identification number, transfer source address, etc.), parameters (sprite display position, transfer destination address, etc.), drawing method, and the like. Is done.

The CGROM 154 is composed of a flash memory, EEPROM, EPROM, mask ROM, etc., and compresses and stores image data (sprite, movie), etc., which is a collection of pixel information in a predetermined range of pixels (for example, 32 × 32 pixels). .. The combination of the color number information that specifies the color number of each pixel and the α value indicating the transparency is specified from the pixel information.

Further, the CGROM 154 stores palette data in which display color information and color number information used when actually displaying colors are associated with each other without compression. The CGROM 154 may be configured to compress and store only a part of the image data. Further, as the movie compression method, various known compression methods such as MPEG4 can be used. Further, various voice data are stored in the CGROM 154.

The crystal oscillator 155 outputs a pulse signal to the VDP 200. The clock generation circuit 205 of the VDP 200 divides the pulse signal from the crystal oscillator 155 and generates a system clock for the VDP 200 to control and a synchronization signal for synchronizing with the image display device 31.

The VRAM 156 is a storage device capable of writing and reading image data, and is composed of, for example, an SRAM. For example, palette data is stored in the above VRAM 156.

Further, the VRAM 156 draws or displays an image, a display list storage area 156a for temporarily storing the display list output from the host CPU 151, and an expansion storage area 156b for storing the image data expanded by the expansion circuit 206. A first frame buffer 156c and a second frame buffer 156d are provided. The two frame buffers 156c and 156d alternately switch between the "drawing frame buffer" and the "display frame buffer" at each start of drawing.

The VDP 200 is a so-called image processor, and reads image data from a frame buffer (display frame buffer) in response to an instruction from the host CPU 151. Further, the VDP 200 generates a video signal (RGB signal or the like) based on the read image data and outputs the video signal (RGB signal or the like) to the image display device 31.

As shown in FIG. 5, the VDP 200 of the present embodiment includes a control register 201, a CG bus I / F202, a CPUI / F203, a clock generation circuit 205, an extension circuit 206, a drawing circuit 207, and a display circuit 208. , The memory controller 209 and the voice control circuit 300.

The control register 201 is a register for the VDP 200 to control drawing and display, and drawing control and display control are executed by writing and reading data to the control register 201. The host CPU 151 writes and reads data to the control register 201 via the CPUI / F203.

Specifically, the control register 201 is a system control register for making basic settings necessary for the VDP 200 to operate, a data transfer register for making settings necessary for data transfer, and drawing control. A drawing register to set, a bus interface register to make settings necessary for bus access, an extension register to make settings necessary for decompressing a compressed image, and a display register to make settings to control the display. including.

The CG bus I / F202 is an interface circuit for communication with the CGROM 154. Image data from the CGROM 154 is input to the VDP 200 via the above CG bus I / F202.

The CPUI / F203 is an interface circuit for communication with the host CPU 151. For example, the display list output by the host CPU 151 is input to the VDP 200 via the CPUI / F203. Further, various interrupt signals output from the VDP 200 are input to the host CPU 151 via the CPUI / F203. The host CPU 151 can access the control register via the CPUI / F203.

The data transfer circuit 204 transfers data between various devices. Specifically, the data transfer circuit 204 performs data transfer between the host CPU 151 and VRAM 156, data transfer between CGROM 154 and VRAM 156, and data transfer between various storage areas (including frame buffers) of VRAM 156.

The clock generation circuit 205 receives a pulse signal from the crystal oscillator 155 and generates a system clock of the VDP 200. Further, a synchronization signal generation clock is generated, and the synchronization signal is output to the image display device 31 via the display circuit 208.

The decompression circuit 206 is a circuit for decompressing the image data compressed in the CGROM 154, and stores the decompressed image data in the expansion storage area 153b. The drawing circuit 207 is a circuit that performs sequence control by a display list composed of drawing control command groups.

The display circuit 208 generates an RGB signal (analog signal) indicating the color data of the image as a video signal from the image data (digital signal) stored in the "display frame buffer" in the VRAM 156. The video signal (RGB signal) generated by the display circuit 208 is output to the image display device 31.

Further, the display circuit 208 outputs a synchronization signal (vertical synchronization signal, horizontal synchronization signal, etc.) for synchronizing with the image display device 31 to the image display device 31. In the present embodiment, as the video signal, the RGB signal obtained by converting the digital signal into an analog signal is output to the image display device 31, but the video signal may be output as the digital signal.

When the host CPU 151 instructs the memory controller 209 to switch the frame buffer, the memory controller 209 switches between the “drawing frame buffer” and the “display frame buffer”.

The VDP 200 of the present embodiment has an audio data reproduction function in addition to an image data reproduction function. Specifically, the voice output in the gaming machine is controlled by the voice control circuit 300 of the VDP 200. The voice control circuit 300 reads a predetermined program based on the command transmitted from the effect control board 120, and controls the voice output in the voice output device 34.

The voice control circuit 300 outputs voice using the voice data stored in the CGROM 154. Instead of the configuration in which the audio data is stored in the CGROM 154, a sound source ROM in which the audio data is stored may be provided separately from the CGROM 154. Further, the voice control circuit 300 is not included in the VDP 200 and may be independently provided in the image control board 150. In the above case, the sound source ROM may be included in the voice control circuit 300.

<Explanation of game status>
Next, the gaming state in which the gaming machine 1 shifts will be described. In the present embodiment, the game proceeds in any of the "low-probability gaming state", "high-probability gaming state", "time-saving gaming state", and "non-time-saving gaming state". Specifically, a gaming state that is a "low-probability gaming state" and is a "short-time gaming state", a gaming state that is a "low-probability gaming state" and is a "non-short-time gaming state", and a "high-probability gaming state". It shifts to the game state which is the "state" and the "time saving game state".

In the above-mentioned low-probability gaming state, the jackpot winning probability is 1 / 299.5 in the jackpot lottery executed when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 or the second starting port 14. Winning a jackpot means acquiring the right to perform a jackpot game. The jackpot game includes a "long hit game" and a "short hit game" described later.

In the above-mentioned high-probability gaming state, the winning probability of the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is higher than that in the low-probability gaming state. Specifically, in the high-probability gaming state of the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability is 1 / 29.95. However, the jackpot winning probability in each game state may be changed as appropriate.

In the non-time-saving game state, the winning probability is 1/20 in the general drawing lottery executed when the game ball passes through the gate 15. Further, in the non-time saving game state, the time length from the start of the variable display of the normal symbol (normal symbol display device 22) to the stop display is set to about 10 seconds. Furthermore, when winning in the general drawing lottery, the total opening time of the second starting port 14 when the long opening symbol described later is determined is about 4.2 seconds, and the second starting opening when the short opening symbol is determined. The total opening time of 14 is set to about 0.2 seconds.

In the time-saving game state, the probability of winning a hit is improved as compared with the non-time-saving game state in the general drawing lottery executed when the game ball passes through the gate 15. Further, in the time-saving game state, the time length from the start of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol to the stop display is shorter than in the non-time-saving game state, and the total opening time of the second starting port 14 tends to be longer. ..

Specifically, in the time-saving game state, the winning probability in the general drawing lottery is 19/20. Further, in the time-saving game state, the normal symbol is stopped and displayed about 1 second after the variable display. Further, in the time-saving game state, the total opening time of the second starting port 14 when the long opening symbol is determined is set to 5 seconds, and the total opening time of the second starting port 14 when the short opening symbol is determined. Is set to 3 seconds. When the normal symbol is stopped, the normal symbol is maintained in the stopped state for at least about 0.5 seconds.

In the above configuration, in the time-saving game state, the second starting port 14 is more likely to be controlled in the second mode as long as the game ball passes through the gate 15 than in the non-time-saving game state. Therefore, in the time-saving game state, the player can proceed with the game while suppressing the consumption of the game ball. In the present embodiment, the game ball can be won in the second starting port 14 and the gate 15 by playing right-handed. Therefore, in the short-time game state, it is more advantageous to play right-handed than left-handed.

In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of time-saving gaming states are provided. Specifically, the time-saving game state of the present embodiment includes the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, and the third time-saving game state. The first short-time game state is entered when the jackpot game (ending period) ends. In the second short-time game state, it is possible to shift to the big hit lottery (big hit determination process) in the low-probability game state when the big hit is not won for a predetermined number of times. In the third time-saving game state, a predetermined special symbol (time-saving symbol described later) is stopped and displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state.

In the present embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is common to each time-saving game state. Specifically, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol in each time-saving game state is about 1 second. In addition, the winning probability of the general drawing lottery is common in each time-saving game state, and the probability that the long-open symbol is determined and the probability that the short-open symbol is determined are common in each time-short game state.

In each time-saving game state, the operation mode (total opening time, opening number of times) of the opening / closing door 14b when the long opening symbol is stopped and displayed is common. Further, in each time saving game state, the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b when the short opening symbol is stopped and displayed is common. Hereinafter, for the sake of explanation, the "variation time of the normal symbol, the opening (expansion) time of the second starting port 14 and the number of times of opening" in the time-saving game state are referred to as the second starting port 14 (opening / closing door 14b) in the time-saving game state. May be described as "open mode". As described above, the opening mode of the second starting port 14 is common in each time saving game state. However, the opening mode of the second starting port 14 may be different in each time-saving game state.

Each of the above time-saving game states ends when a predetermined number of games are executed or when the game shifts to a big hit game. Hereinafter, the number of games in which the time-saving game state ends may be described as the "time-saving number of times" in the time-saving game state. In the present embodiment, the number of time reductions differs in each time reduction game state. Specifically, the number of time reductions in the first time reduction game state is 100 times. It should be noted that the number of time reductions in the subsequent first time reduction game state may be different depending on the special symbol (big hit symbol) that is stopped and displayed when the big hit game is started. Further, the number of time reductions in the first time reduction game state is not limited to 100 times, and may be 101 times or more, or 99 times or less. The number of time reductions in the second time reduction game state is 1000 times. In addition, the number of time reductions in the third game state is 100 or 1000 times.

Next, the details of the various tables stored in the main ROM 112 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 10.

<Big hit judgment table>
6 (a-1) and 6 (a-2) are examples of a jackpot determination table referred to when determining whether or not the stop result of special symbol variation is a jackpot (during a jackpot lottery). It is a conceptual diagram.

FIG. 6A-1 is referred to when determining whether the stop result of the special symbol variation in the first special symbol display device 20 is a big hit, a small hit, a third time reduction, or a loss (big hit lottery). It is a big hit determination table A. Details will be described later with reference to FIGS. 7 (a-1) to 7 (a-4), but when a big hit is won in the big hit lottery, a big hit symbol (special symbol A or the like) is displayed. If the small hit is won, the small hit symbol (special symbol K) is displayed, and if the small hit is won, the time-saving symbol (special symbol J) that activates the time-saving game state (the third time-saving game state described later) is displayed. Is displayed.

FIG. 6 (b-2) is a jackpot determination table B referred to when determining the stop result of the special symbol variation in the second special symbol display device 21. The first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21 have different winning probabilities for small hits and the same jackpot probabilities. Further, the winning probability of the third time reduction is different between the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21. Specifically, the first special symbol display device 20 wins the third time reduction, but the second special symbol display device 21 does not win the third time reduction.

In the present embodiment, when the game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 13 or the second starting port 14 (hereinafter, may be collectively referred to as “starting port”), a random value for determining a special symbol is acquired. The random number range of the special symbol determination random number value of the present embodiment is a numerical value "0 to 598".

In the jackpot determination table, a special symbol determination random value that is a "big hit", a special symbol determination random value that is a "small hit", and a special symbol determination random value that is a "third time reduction" are defined. .. In the big hit lottery, the special symbol judgment random value acquired when the game ball wins at the start opening is compared with the special symbol judgment random value specified in the big hit judgment table, and if both match, the big hit, Win a small hit or the third time reduction.

The jackpot determination table (A, B) shown in FIGS. 6 (a-1) and 6 (a-2) is composed of a low-probability random number determination table and a high-probability random number determination table. The main CPU 111 refers to the gaming state, selects the low-probability random number determination table in the low-probability gaming state, and selects the high-probability random number determination table in the high-probability gaming state. Further, the main CPU 111 determines any of "big hit", "small hit", "third time reduction", and "loss" based on the selected table and the extracted special symbol determination random value.

For example, according to the low-probability random number determination table shown in FIG. 6 (a-1), the two special symbol determination random number values are determined to be "big hits". On the other hand, according to the high-probability random number determination table, 20 special symbol determination random number values are determined to be "big hits". Further, in the jackpot determination table of FIG. 6 (a-1), four special symbol determination random number values are "small hits" regardless of whether the low probability random number determination table is used or the high probability random number determination table is used. Is determined, and one special symbol determination random number value is determined to be "third time reduction". Temporarily, a random number value that is not determined to be any of "big hit", "small hit", and "third time reduction" is determined to be "missing".

As described above, the random number range of the special symbol determination random number value is the numerical value "0 to 598". Therefore, in the jackpot determination table A (at the time of winning the first start opening), the probability of being determined to be a jackpot is 1 / 299.5 in the low probability gaming state. Similarly, the probability of being judged as a big hit in a high probability gaming state is multiplied by 10 to be 1 / 29.95. On the other hand, the probability of being determined as a small hit is 1 / 149.75 in both the low-probability gaming state and the high-probability gaming state. Further, the probability of being determined to be the third time reduction is 1/599 in common in the low-probability gaming state and the high-probability gaming state.

In the jackpot determination table B shown in FIG. 6A-2, the special symbol determination random number values determined to be jackpots in the low-probability gaming state and the high-probability gaming state are the same as those in the jackpot determination table A. On the other hand, the big hit determination table A and the big hit determination table B differ in the random value for special symbol determination determined to be a small hit. For example, in the big hit determination table B, "small hit" is determined only when the random value for special symbol determination is "50".

In the above configuration, the probability of being judged as a big hit in the low probability gaming state is 1/299 when the game ball wins in the first starting port 13 and when the game ball wins in the second starting port 14. It is 5, and the probability of being judged as a big hit in a high probability gaming state is 1 / 29.95. On the other hand, the probability that a small hit is determined when a game ball wins in the first starting port 13 is 1 / 149.75 in both the low-probability gaming state and the high-probability gaming state, but the second starting port 14 The probability that a small hit will be determined when a game ball wins is 1/599 in both the low-probability gaming state and the high-probability gaming state.

The jackpot determination table A and the jackpot determination table B differ in the random value for determining the special symbol, which is determined to be the third time reduction. Specifically, in the jackpot determination table A, one special symbol determination random value is determined to be the third time reduction, but the jackpot determination table B does not include the special symbol determination random value determined to be the third time reduction. .. In the above configuration, if the game ball wins in the first starting port 13, it can be won in the third time saving, but when the game ball wins in the second starting port 14, it is not won in the third time saving. However, the configuration may be such that when the game ball wins in the second starting port 14, the player can win in the third time reduction. In the above configuration, it is preferable that the winning probability of the third time reduction is lower when the game ball wins the second starting port 14 than when the game ball wins the first starting port 13.

<Hit judgment table>
FIG. 6B is a conceptual diagram of an example of a hit determination table that is referred to when determining whether or not the stop result of the normal symbol variation is a hit in the ordinary figure lottery. The hit determination table shown in FIG. 6B is composed of a non-time-saving game state random number determination table and a time-saving game state random number determination table. The above-mentioned random number determination table in the time-saving game state is commonly referred to in the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, and the third time-saving game state.

The main CPU 111 acquires a normal symbol determination random number when the game ball passes through the gate 15. The random number range of the random number value for hit determination is a numerical value "0 to 19". The main CPU 111 refers to the game state, selects the random number determination table in the non-time-saving game state in the non-time-saving game state, and selects the random number determination table in the time-saving game state in the time-saving game state. Further, the main CPU 111 determines whether the table is "hit" or "missed" based on the selected table and the acquired random number value for hit determination.

Specifically, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the acquired hit determination random number value and the hit determination random number value defined in the hit determination table match. In the hit determination table shown in FIG. 6B, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the non-time-saving game state is about 1/20, and the probability of being determined to be a hit in the time-saving game state is about 19/20.

<Design determination table>
7 (a-1) to 7 (a-4) are conceptual diagrams of a special symbol determination table for determining a special symbol (stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed in each game.

The special symbol determination table includes a big hit symbol determination table, a small hit symbol determination table, a lost symbol determination table, and a time saving symbol determination table. The jackpot symbol determination table is referred to when determining a stop symbol (big hit symbol) when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery. The small hit symbol determination table is referred to when determining a stop symbol (small hit symbol) when a small hit is won in the big hit lottery. The lost symbol determination table is referred to when determining the stop symbol (missed symbol) in the case of loss in the big hit lottery. The time saving symbol determination table is referred to when determining the stop symbol (time saving symbol) when the third time saving is won in the big hit lottery.

As shown in FIGS. 7 (a-1) to 7 (a-4), each special symbol determination table is provided for each special symbol display device, and is a special symbol determination table for the first special symbol display device 20 and a second special symbol determination table. It is composed of a special symbol determination table for the special symbol display device 21 (however, the time saving symbol determination table is excluded).

FIG. 7A-1 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a jackpot symbol determination table. When the big hit is won, the main CPU 111 refers to the random value for the big hit symbol. The random number range of the random number value for the jackpot symbol is a numerical value "0 to 99". For example, when a big hit is won with the winning of the first starting port 13, if the acquired random number value for the big hit symbol is "0" to "59", the main CPU 111 is set to "01" (stop symbol data). Determine the special symbol A1). In the above case, as shown in FIG. 7A-1, the special symbol A1 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20.

Further, the main CPU 111 generates an effect symbol designation command capable of specifying the stop symbol data (type of the special symbol) at the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol. For example, when the stop symbol data "01" is determined, the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "01H" are generated as shown in FIG. 7 (a-1).

As shown in FIG. 7 (a-1), if the jackpot is won with the winning of the first starting port 13 and the acquired random number value for the jackpot symbol is "60" to "69", the game is stopped. "02" (special symbol A2) is determined as the symbol data, and the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "02H" are generated. In the above case, the special symbol A2 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20.

Similarly, if the jackpot is won with the winning of the first starting port 13 and the random number value for the jackpot symbol is "70" to "99", the stop symbol data is "03" (special symbol A3). Is determined, and the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "03H" are generated. In the above case, the special symbol A3 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20.

If the jackpot is won with the winning of the second starting port 14 and the random number value for the jackpot symbol is "0" to "69", "04" (special symbol B1) is determined as the stop symbol data. , The effect symbol designation commands "E1H" and "01H" are generated. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 7A-1, the special symbol B1 is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21.

Further, if the jackpot is won with the winning of the second starting port 14 and the random number value for the jackpot symbol is "70" to "99", "05" (special symbol B2) is used as the stop symbol data. It is determined, and the effect symbol designation commands "E1H" and "02H" are generated. In the above case, the special symbol B2 is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21.

When the above special symbol A1, special symbol A2, special symbol A3, special symbol B1 or special symbol B2 (hereinafter, may be collectively referred to as "big hit symbol") is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is started thereafter. .. As described above, the jackpot game includes a long hit game and a short hit game. In the big hit game, the first big winning opening 16 and the second big winning opening 17 (hereinafter, may be collectively referred to as "big winning opening") are opened. In the long-hit game, the opening time of the large winning opening is set longer than in the short-hit game.

The type of the jackpot game corresponds to the jackpot special symbol that is stopped and displayed when the jackpot game is started. Specifically, when the special symbol A1, the special symbol A3, the special symbol B1 or the special symbol B1 among the big hit special symbols is stopped and displayed, the long hit game is started. On the other hand, when the special symbol A2 is stopped and displayed, the short hit game is started.

In addition, the game state after the jackpot game is completed is determined according to the special symbol that is stopped and displayed when the game shifts to the jackpot game. For example, when the special symbol A1, the special symbol A2, or the special symbol B1 is stopped and displayed, the game shifts to the time-saving game state of the high-probability gaming state (hereinafter, simply referred to as “high-probability time-saving gaming state”). On the other hand, when the special symbol A3 or the special symbol B2 is stopped and displayed, it shifts to the time-saving gaming state of the low-probability gaming state (hereinafter, simply referred to as "low-probability time-saving gaming state"). The time-saving game state ends after a predetermined number of games (for example, 100 times), and the game shifts to the non-time-saving game state.

In the present embodiment, a jackpot game in which the gaming state after the end is in a high-probability gaming state may be described as "probability variation jackpot", and a jackpot game in which the gaming state after the end is in a low-probability gaming state may be described as "normal jackpot". .. Further, in the present embodiment, the non-time-saving gaming state in the low-probability gaming state may be described as "low-probability non-time-saving gaming state".

FIG. 7A-2 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a small hit symbol determination table. When the small hit is won, the main CPU 111 refers to the random value for the small hit symbol. The random number range of the random number value for the small hit symbol is a numerical value "0 to 99". However, when a small hit is won with the winning of the first starting port 13, the main CPU 111 determines "11" (special symbol K) as the stop symbol data regardless of the acquired random number value for the small hit symbol. do. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 7A-2, the special symbol K is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20. In addition, the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "0AH" are generated.

Similarly, when a small hit is won with the winning of the second starting port 14, the main CPU 111 sets "12" (special symbol K) as the stop symbol data regardless of the acquired random number value for the small hit symbol. decide. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 7A-2, the special symbol K is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21. In addition, the effect symbol designation commands "E1H" and "0AH" are generated.

FIG. 7 (a-3) is a conceptual diagram of a lost symbol determination table. If it is determined that there is a loss in the big hit lottery at the time of winning the first starting port 13, "00" (special symbol H) is determined as the stop symbol data. In the above case, the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "00H" are generated. Similarly, in the big hit lottery at the time of winning the second starting port 14, if it is determined that there is a loss, "00" (special symbol H) is determined as the stop symbol data. In the above case, the effect symbol designation commands "E1H" and "00H" are generated.

FIG. 7A-4 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a time saving symbol determination table. When the main CPU 111 wins in the third time saving, the main CPU 111 refers to the time saving symbol random value. The random number range of the random number value for the time saving symbol is a numerical value "0 to 99". For example, when a prize is won in the first start port 13 and the third time is shortened, the main CPU 111 uses "21" as stop symbol data if the acquired random number value for the time reduction symbol is "0" to "70". "(Special symbol J1) is determined. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 7A-4, the special symbol J1 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20. When the stop symbol data "21" is determined, the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "11H" are generated as shown in FIG. 7 (a-4).

As shown in FIG. 7 (a-4), if the prize is won in the first starting port 13 and the third time saving is won, and the acquired random number values for the time saving symbols are "71" to "99". , "22" (special symbol J2) is determined as the stop symbol data. In the above case, the special symbol J2 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20. When the stop symbol data "22" is determined, the effect symbol designation commands "E0H" and "12H" are generated as shown in FIG. 7 (a-4).

When the special symbol J1 or the special symbol J2 is stopped and displayed, the game shifts to the third time-saving game state. Specifically, when the special symbol J1 is stopped and displayed, the game shifts to the third time-saving game state of 100 times. Further, when the special symbol J2 is stopped and displayed, the game shifts to the third time-saving game state of 1000 times.

7 (b-1) and 7 (b-2) are conceptual diagrams of an example of a normal symbol determination table. The normal symbol determination table is used when determining a normal symbol to be stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. The above-mentioned ordinary symbol determination table is commonly used in each gaming state (non-time saving game state, first time saving game state, second time saving game state, third time saving game state).

The ordinary symbol determination table of the present embodiment includes the ordinary symbol determination table X and the ordinary symbol determination table Y. The ordinary symbol determination table X is used when the ordinary symbol lottery is won (when the second starting port 14 is opened). On the other hand, the ordinary symbol determination table Y is used in the case of a loss in the ordinary drawing lottery (when the second starting port 14 is not opened).

FIG. 7 (b-1) is a conceptual diagram of the ordinary symbol determination table X. The main CPU 111 acquires a random value for a normal symbol when determining the normal symbol. The random number range of the random number value for ordinary symbols is a numerical value "0 to 10". For example, if the player wins the lottery for ordinary symbols and the random number value for the ordinary symbol is the numerical value "0" or the numerical value "1", the long open symbol is determined as the ordinary symbol. On the other hand, when the random value for the normal symbol is any of the numerical values "2 to 10", the short open symbol is determined as the normal symbol.

When the long open symbol is determined as the normal symbol, the main CPU 111 determines the stop symbol data "01" and generates the normal symbol designation commands "E8H" and "01H" at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol. When the short open symbol is determined, the stop symbol data "02" is determined, and the normal symbol designation commands "E8H" and "02H" are generated at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol.

FIG. 7 (b-2) is a conceptual diagram of the ordinary symbol determination table Y. As described above, the ordinary symbol determination table Y is used in the case of a loss in the ordinary drawing lottery. In the case of a loss in the ordinary drawing lottery, as shown in FIG. 7 (b-2), the lost symbol is determined regardless of the random value for the normal symbol of "0" to "10". When the main CPU 111 determines the lost symbol as the normal symbol, it determines "00" as the stop symbol data, and generates the normal symbol designation commands "E8H" and "00H" when the fluctuation of the normal symbol starts.

<Variation pattern determination table>
8 and 9 are diagrams showing a variation pattern determination table. The variation pattern determination table is used to determine the variation pattern of a special symbol. The above fluctuation pattern determination table is provided for each gaming state.

In the present embodiment, for each special symbol display device (first special symbol display device 20, second special symbol display device 21), a random value for determining a special symbol (winning or losing a jackpot) and a random number value for a jackpot symbol (big hit). The fluctuation pattern is determined based on the symbol), the time-saving game state or the non-time-saving game state, the number of special symbol reservations, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random value.

The main CPU 111 determines the fluctuation pattern at the start of fluctuation of the special symbol. Further, the main CPU 111 generates a fluctuation pattern designation command capable of specifying the determined fluctuation pattern. The above variation pattern designation command is transmitted from the main control board 110 to the effect control board 120 in the output control process.

8 and 9 show an effect (reach or the like) executed by the effect executing means (for example, the image display device 31) when each variation pattern is determined. The term "reach" as used in the present embodiment refers to the remaining part of the effect symbol GA after a part of the combination of the effect symbol GAs for notifying the transition to the special game (big hit game) is stopped and displayed. Means that the variable display continues. For example, it is assumed that a combination of three effect symbol GAs of "777" is set as a combination of effect symbol GAs for notifying the shift to the jackpot game. In the above case, the state in which the two effect symbol GAs are stopped and displayed at "7" and the remaining effect symbol GAs are displayed in a variable manner is "reach".

Although detailed description will be omitted, the variation pattern designation command of the present embodiment includes a first telegram indicating MODE and a second telegram indicating DATA. The first telegram (MODE) of the variation pattern designation command indicating the variation pattern determined at the start of the variation display of the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 20 is "E6H". On the other hand, the first telegram (MODE) of the variation pattern designation command indicating the variation pattern determined at the start of the variation display of the special symbol of the second special symbol display device 21 is "E7H". The second telegram (DATA) of the variation pattern specification command indicates a specific variation pattern number.

<Variation pattern determination table for non-time saving game state>
FIG. 8 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a variation pattern determination table used in a low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. In the above fluctuation pattern determination table, fluctuation patterns a (1x to 3x), fluctuation patterns b (1x to 6x), and fluctuations are used as the fluctuation patterns of the special symbols of the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21. Any of pattern c (1x to 6x), variation pattern dx, variation pattern ex, variation pattern fx, variation pattern g, and variation pattern h (1x, 2x) is determined.

The main CPU 111 responds to the type of the special symbol display device, the type of the special symbol (combination of the special symbol determination random value and the symbol random value), the number of special symbol reservations, the reach determination random value, and the special symbol variation random value. To determine one of the fluctuation patterns. The reach determination random number value has a random number range of "0 to 99" and is acquired before the fluctuation pattern is determined. Further, the random number value for special symbol variation has a random number range of "0 to 99" and is acquired before the variation pattern is determined.

However, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the reach effect is always executed in the variable pattern in which the big hit symbol, the small hit symbol, or the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed among the special symbols. However, the reach effect may not be executed in the variable pattern in which the small hit symbol or the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed among the special symbols. Therefore, when the special symbol corresponding to the big hit, the small hit, or the third time reduction is stopped and displayed, the reach determination random value is not used when determining the fluctuation pattern.

FIG. 8 shows an effect executed by an effect executing means such as an image display device 31 when the special symbol display device is variedly displayed in each variation pattern. For example, in the fluctuation pattern a (1x to 3x), the "normal reach effect" is executed. The above-mentioned "normal reach effect" is a reach effect in which the left symbol and the right symbol of the effect symbol GA displayed on the image display device 31 are temporarily stopped, and the middle symbol fluctuates, and the expectation of winning a big hit is relatively low.

In the fluctuation pattern b (x1 to x6), the "SP reach effect" is executed. The above "SP reach effect" is a reach effect in which the left symbol and the right symbol of the effect symbol GA displayed on the image display device 31 are temporarily stopped, similarly to the above-mentioned normal reach effect. However, in the SP reach effect, a specific moving image (reach movie) that is not displayed in the normal reach effect is displayed on the image display device 31. When the above SP reach effect is executed, there is a higher possibility that the winning of the big hit will be notified (the same three effect symbols GA will be displayed) than the normal reach effect.

In the fluctuation pattern c (x1 to x6), the "SPSP reach effect" is executed. The above "SPSP reach effect" is a reach effect in which the left symbol and the right symbol of the effect symbol GA displayed on the image display device 31 are temporarily stopped, as in the case of other reach effects. However, in the SPSP reach effect, a specific moving image that is not displayed in the other reach effect is displayed on the image display device 31. When the above SPSP reach effect is executed, there is a higher possibility that the jackpot winning will be notified after that than the SP reach effect.

In the present embodiment, in the game in which the SP reach effect is executed, the normal reach effect is executed before the SP reach effect. That is, it develops from a normal reach production to an SP reach production. Further, in a game in which the SPSP reach effect is executed, the normal reach effect develops into the SP reach effect, and the SP reach effect develops into the SPSP reach effect. However, there may be a case where the normal reach production directly develops into the SPSP reach production.

For example, it is assumed that the special symbol A1 (big hit) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 8, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 3", the variation pattern a1x is determined. In the above fluctuation pattern a1x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed over about 40,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern a1x, the image display device 31 executes a normal reach effect, and an effect of notifying the probability variation jackpot is executed.

When the special symbol A1 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the variation pattern b1x is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "4 to 15". Further, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "16 to 34", the variation pattern b2x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "35 to 65", the fluctuation pattern c1x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "66 to 98", the fluctuation pattern c1x is determined. If the pattern c2x is determined and the random value for special symbol variation is the numerical value "99", the variation pattern g is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern b1x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern b1x, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the variation pattern b2x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed in the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c1x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 70,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern c1x, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c2x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 70,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed by the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. In the variation pattern g, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 80,000 ms, the image display device 31 executes the full rotation reach effect, and the probability variation jackpot is notified.

When the special symbol A2 (short hit probability variation) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the variation pattern dx is determined regardless of the random value for the special symbol variation. In the above fluctuation pattern dx, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed over about 20000 ms. Further, in the variation pattern dx, the short hit effect is executed in the image display device 31. The above short hit effect is an effect of notifying that a small hit or a short hit (probability variable big hit) has been won.

As shown in FIG. 8, when the special symbol A3 (normal jackpot) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, if the random number value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "0 to 3", the fluctuation pattern a2x is determined. In the above fluctuation pattern a2x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed over about 40,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern a2x, the image display device 31 executes a normal reach effect, and normally performs an effect of notifying a big hit.

When the special symbol A3 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the variation pattern b3x is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "4 to 15". Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "16 to 34", the fluctuation pattern b4x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "35 to 65", the fluctuation pattern b4x is determined. The pattern c3x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "66 to 99", the variation pattern c4x is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern b3x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern b3x, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the jackpot is usually notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern b4x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c3x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 70,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern c3x, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c4x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 70,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed in the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified.

When the special symbol K (small hit) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the special symbol A2 (probability variation short hit) is stopped and displayed regardless of the random value for special symbol fluctuation. The variation pattern dx is determined.

When the special symbol J1 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 49", the variation pattern h1x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "50 to 99", the variation pattern h2x is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern h1x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 40,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern h1x, the normal reach effect is executed in the image display device 31, and the shift to the third time reduction is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern h2x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern h2x, the normal reach effect and the SP reach 1 are executed on the image display device 31, and the shift to the third time reduction is notified.

When the special symbol J2 is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the above-mentioned variation pattern h1x is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 49". Further, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "50 to 99", the above-mentioned variation pattern h2x is determined. In the present embodiment, the special symbol J1 and the special symbol J2 have the same variable pattern that can be determined, but may be different. Further, the variation pattern h2x may be more easily determined when the special symbol J2 is stopped and displayed than when the special symbol J1 is stopped and displayed.

As shown in FIG. 8, when the special symbol H is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20, the variation pattern is changed according to the combination of the first special symbol hold number, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random value. Is determined.

For example, assume that the number of first special symbol reservations is "0 to 2". In the above case, if the reach determination random number value is "0 to 69", the reach effect is not executed and the fluctuation pattern ex is determined. In the above fluctuation pattern ex, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 3000 ms. Further, in the variation pattern ex, an effect of notifying the loss is executed after the normal effect (normal variation) is executed.

On the other hand, when the number of first special symbol reservations is "0 to 2" and the reach determination random number value is "70 to 99", the reach effect corresponding to the special symbol variation random value is executed. Specifically, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 27", the variation pattern a3x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "28 to 48", the fluctuation pattern b5x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "49 to 77", the fluctuation pattern b5x is determined. The pattern b6x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "78 to 88", the fluctuation pattern c5x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "89 to 99", the fluctuation pattern c5x is determined. The pattern c6x is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern a3x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 35,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern a3x, the image display device 31 executes the normal reach effect, and the loss is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern b5x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 55,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern b5x, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern b6x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 55,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c5x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 65,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern c5x, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c6x, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 65,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified.

Further, it is assumed that the number of first special symbols held is "3" when the special symbol H is stopped and displayed. In the above case, if the reach determination random number value is "0 to 89", the reach effect is not executed, and the variation pattern fx is determined regardless of the special symbol variation random value. In the above fluctuation pattern fx, the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed for about 2000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern fx, an effect of notifying the loss is executed after the normal effect is executed.

On the other hand, when the number of the first special symbol reserved is "3" and the reach determination random number value is "90 to 99", the reach effect corresponding to the special symbol variation random value is executed. Specifically, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 27", the variation pattern a3x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "28 to 48", the fluctuation pattern b5x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "49 to 77", the fluctuation pattern b5x is determined. The pattern b6x is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "78 to 88", the fluctuation pattern c5x is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "89 to 99", the fluctuation pattern c5x is determined. The pattern c6x is determined. Although detailed description will be omitted, the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol display device 21 in the non-time-saving gaming state is determined by the same method as the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol display device 20 described above.

<Variation pattern determination table for time-saving game state>
FIG. 9 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a variation pattern determination table used in a low-probability time-saving game state. The above variation pattern determination table is used in the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, and the third time-saving game state. As shown in FIG. 9, in the above variation pattern determination table, variation patterns a (1y to 3y) and variation patterns b (1y to 3y) are used as variation patterns of the special symbols of the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21. 1y to 6y), variation pattern c (1y to 6y), variation pattern dy, variation pattern ey, variation pattern f (1y, 2y), variation pattern g, and variation pattern h (1y, 2y) are determined. ..

In the time-saving game state, the fluctuation pattern is determined in the same manner as in the non-time-saving game state described above. For example, when the special symbol B1 (big hit) is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21, the variation pattern a1y is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 3". .. In the above fluctuation pattern a1y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 20000 ms. Further, in the variation pattern a1y, the image display device 31 executes a normal reach effect, and an effect of notifying the probability variation jackpot is executed.

When the special symbol B1 is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21, the variation pattern b1y is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "4 to 15". Further, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "16 to 34", the variation pattern b2y is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "35 to 65", the fluctuation pattern c1y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "66 to 98", the fluctuation pattern c1y is determined. If the pattern c2y is determined and the random value for special symbol variation is the numerical value "99", the variation pattern g is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern b1y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 30,000 ms. Further, in the variation pattern b1y, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern b2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 30,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c1y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms. Further, in the variation pattern c1y, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the probability variation jackpot is notified. In the variation pattern g, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 70,000 ms, the image display device 31 executes the full rotation reach effect, and the probability variation jackpot is notified.

When the special symbol B2 is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21, the variation pattern a2y is determined if the random number value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 3". Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "4 to 15", the fluctuation pattern b3y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "16 to 34", the fluctuation pattern b3y is determined. The pattern b4y is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "35 to 65", the fluctuation pattern c3y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "66 to 99", the fluctuation pattern c3y is determined. The pattern c4y is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern a2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 20000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern a2y, the image display device 31 executes a normal reach effect, and a normal jackpot is notified. In the variation pattern b2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 30,000 ms, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern b3y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 30,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern c2y, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c3y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 60,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed in the image display device 31, and a normal jackpot is notified. When the special symbol K (small hit) is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21, the variation pattern dy is determined regardless of the random value for the special symbol variation.

When the special symbol H is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 21, the variation pattern is determined according to the combination of the second special symbol hold number, the reach determination random number value, and the special symbol variation random value. For example, assume that the number of second special symbol reservations is "0 or 1". In the above case, if the reach determination random number value is "0 to 69", the reach effect is not executed, and the variation pattern f1y is determined regardless of the special symbol variation random value. In the above fluctuation pattern f1y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 2000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern f1y, an effect of notifying the loss is executed.

On the other hand, when the number of the second special symbol reserved is "0 or 1" and the reach determination random number value is "70 to 99", the reach effect corresponding to the special symbol variation random value is executed. Specifically, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 27", the variation pattern a3y is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "28 to 48", the fluctuation pattern b5y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "49 to 77", the fluctuation pattern b5y is determined. The pattern b6y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "65-77", the variation pattern b9y is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "78 to 88", the fluctuation pattern c5y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "89 to 99", the fluctuation pattern c5y is determined. The pattern c6y is determined.

In the fluctuation pattern a3y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 15,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern a3y, the image display device 31 executes the normal reach effect, and the loss is notified. In the fluctuation pattern b5y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 25,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern b5y, the SP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified. Similarly, in the variation pattern b6y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 25,000 ms, the SP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified.

In the fluctuation pattern c5y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 55,000 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern c5y, the SPSP reach 1 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified. Similarly, in the fluctuation pattern c6y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 55,000 ms, the SPSP reach 2 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified. In the variation pattern c6y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 55,000 ms, the SPSP reach 3 effect is executed on the image display device 31, and the loss is notified.

Further, it is assumed that the number of second special symbols held is "2 or 3" when the special symbol H is stopped and displayed. In the above case, if the reach determination random number value is "0 to 89", the reach effect is not executed, and the variation pattern f2y is determined regardless of the special symbol variation random value. In the above fluctuation pattern f2y, the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed for about 1500 ms. Further, in the fluctuation pattern f2y, an effect of notifying the loss is executed.

On the other hand, when the number of the second special symbol reserved is "2 or 3" and the reach determination random number value is "90 to 99", the reach effect corresponding to the special symbol variation random value is executed. Specifically, if the random value for special symbol variation is any of the numerical values "0 to 27", the variation pattern a3y is determined. Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "28 to 48", the fluctuation pattern b5y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "49 to 77", the fluctuation pattern b5y is determined. The pattern b6y is determined.

Further, if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "78 to 88", the fluctuation pattern c5y is determined, and if the random value for special symbol fluctuation is any of the numerical values "89 to 96", the fluctuation pattern c5y is determined. The pattern c6y is determined. Although detailed description will be omitted, the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol display device 20 in the time-saving gaming state is determined by the same method as the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol display device 21 described above.

By the way, as described above, in the present embodiment, when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the low probability non-time saving game state, the game shifts to the third time saving game state. On the other hand, in the high-probability gaming state or the time-saving gaming state, if the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed, the game does not shift to the third time-saving gaming state. That is, in the gaming state other than the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state, the time-saving symbol is invalid.

If an invalid time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed, a fluctuation pattern longer than the normal fluctuation (normal reach, fluctuation in which SP reach 1 is not executed) is likely to be selected, as in the case where the valid time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed. Assume the configuration. With the above configuration, depending on the player, there may be an inconvenience that the fluctuation of the special symbol until the invalid time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed is annoying.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, a configuration in which the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed is adopted. Specifically, as described in FIG. 8 above, when the time-saving symbols (special symbol J1, special symbol J2) are stopped and displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state, the fluctuation pattern h1x or the fluctuation pattern h2x is determined. NS. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 9, in the low-probability time-saving game state, when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed, the fluctuation pattern h1y or the fluctuation pattern h2y is determined instead of the fluctuation pattern h1x or the fluctuation pattern h2x.

In the low-probability non-time-saving game state in which the time-saving symbol is effective, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern h1x is about 40,000 ms, and the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern h2x is about 60,000 ms. On the other hand, in the low-probability time-saving game state in which the time-saving symbol is invalid, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern h1y is about 2000 ms, and the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern h2y is about 2000 ms.

In the above configuration, the fluctuation time of the special symbol display device when the invalid time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed is shorter than the fluctuation time of the special symbol display device when the valid time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed. Therefore, the above-mentioned inconvenience can be suppressed as compared with the configuration in which the fluctuation time of the special symbol display device is common regardless of whether the time saving symbol is valid or invalid.

In the present embodiment, in addition to the low-probability time-saving game state, in the high-probability time-saving game state, the fluctuation time of the special symbol display device when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed is shorter than that in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. .. In addition, when the invalid time saving symbol is stopped and displayed, a longer (or equivalent length) variation pattern than when the valid time saving symbol is stopped and displayed may be determined.

<Preliminary judgment table for special symbols>
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a pre-determination table for preliminarily determining the result of the jackpot lottery. When the game ball wins a prize in the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 (at the time of starting winning), the winning information is generated by the pre-determination table.

The above winning information is generated in order to predetermine the result of the big hit lottery. Specifically, the winning information includes the type of the special symbol display device (the type of the starting port detection switch that detects that the game ball has won the starting port), the type of the special symbol, the game state, the random value for reach determination, and It is generated based on the random value for special symbol fluctuation. In addition, a start prize designation command for specifying the generated prize information is generated and transmitted to the effect control board 120. By the start prize designation command indicating the above prize information, the result of the preliminary judgment (loss, big hit, small hit, third time reduction), the type of special symbol, and the fluctuation pattern (whether or not reach occurs) are set before the start of fluctuation of the special symbol. Can be identified. The winning information (starting winning designation command) of the present embodiment is referred to, for example, when determining a so-called look-ahead effect (holding change effect described later).

In the pre-judgment table shown in FIG. 10, prize information a (1, 2), prize information b (1 to 4), prize information c (1 to 4), and prize are used as prize information for the first special symbol display device 20. The winning information including the information d1 and the winning information e1 is set. Further, as the winning information about the second special symbol display device 21, the winning information a (3, 4), the winning information b (5 to 8), the winning information c (5 to 8), and the winning information d (1, 2) , Winning information e (1, 2), winning information f, winning information g, and winning information h (1, 2) are set.

For example, when the winning information a1 or the winning information a3 is selected at the time of starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes an effect of about 40,000 ms in the game started by the starting winning. In the above production, it will be a long hit after executing the normal reach production.

When the winning information b1 or the winning information b5 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes an effect of about 60,000 ms. In the above effect, SP reach 1 is executed after the normal reach effect is executed, and the hit is long.

When the winning information b2 or the winning information b6 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes an effect of about 60,000 ms. In the above effect, SP reach 2 is executed after the normal reach effect is executed, and the hit is long.

When the winning information c1 or the winning information c5 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes an effect of about 70,000 ms. In the above effects, the SPSP reach effect 1 is executed via or directly after the normal reach effect is executed, resulting in a long hit.

When the winning information c2 or the winning information c6 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes an effect of about 70,000 ms. In the above effects, the SPSP reach effect 2 is executed via or directly after the normal reach effect is executed, and the effect becomes a long hit.

When the winning information d1 or the winning information d2 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes a small hit or short hit effect of about 20000 ms.

When the winning information h1 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes the time saving transition effect 1 of about 40,000 ms. When the winning information h2 is selected at the time of starting winning, in the game started by the starting winning, the effect control board 120 executes the time saving transition effect 2 of about 60,000 ms. When the winning information h (1, 2) is selected at the time of starting winning, the special symbol J (time saving symbol) is determined in the game started by the starting winning.

Among each prize information, prize information e1, prize information a2, prize information b3, prize information b4, prize information c3, prize information c4, prize information e2, prize information a4, prize information b7, prize information b8, prize information c7, The winning information c8 and the winning information f are determined when the winning information is lost in the big hit lottery by the starting prize that determines the winning information.

As shown in FIG. 10, in the present embodiment, in the time-saving game state (first time-saving game state, second time-saving game state, third time-saving game state), winning information when the game ball wins the first starting port 13. Is not set. Specifically, in the time-saving game state, the special symbol (combination of the special symbol determination random value and the symbol random value), the reach determination random value, and the special symbol variation random value in the first special symbol display device 20 are used. However, the winning information is not set when the game ball wins the first starting port 13. Further, in the time-saving game state, the start prize designation command is not generated when the game ball wins the first start opening 13.

Next, the progress of the game in the game machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described.
<Main processing of main control board>
FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating the main process by the main control board 110. When power is supplied by the power supply board 170, a system reset occurs in the main CPU 111, and the main CPU 111 performs the following main processing.

When the main process is started, the main CPU 111 executes the initialization process (S10). In the initialization process, the main CPU 111 executes a boot program to initialize a predetermined storage area of the main RAM 113. For example, in the initialization process, the stack pointer is set appropriately. In the initialization process, each information (usually the number of outs, etc.) for displaying the above-mentioned base value is not initialized. Further, in the initialization process, the gaming state (high accuracy flag and time saving flag described later) and the remaining number of times of the time saving gaming state (hereinafter, "remaining number of times M") are not initialized. Further, as described above, in order to activate the second time-shortening gaming state, the number of times the jackpot is determined to be non-winning in the low-probability gaming state (hereinafter, "cumulative number of times m") is counted. The above cumulative number of times m is not initialized by the initialization process.

After executing the initialization process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the clear button 30 is operated (S20). When it is determined that the clear button 30 has not been operated (S20: No), the main CPU 111 proceeds to the game random number value update process (S40). On the other hand, when it is determined that the clear button 30 is being operated (S20: Yes), the main CPU 111 executes the clear operation time process (S30).

In the clear operation processing, the gaming state is initialized to the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. Specifically, the high probability flag and the time saving flag are stored in the game state storage area of the main RAM 113. The high-probability flag is set to the ON state in the high-probability gaming state and is set to the OFF state in the low-probability gaming state. Further, the time saving flag is set to the ON state in the time saving game state, and is set to the OFF state in the non-time saving game state. In the clear operation processing, the high accuracy flag and the time saving flag are initialized to the OFF state.

In the clear operation processing, the remaining number of times M in the time-saving game state is initialized to the numerical value "0". Further, in the clear operation processing, the cumulative number of times m is initialized to the numerical value "0". In the above configuration, it is also said that the remaining number of games until the second time-saving game state is activated is initialized. In the clear operation process, each information for displaying the above-mentioned base value is not initialized. Each piece of information for displaying the base value is not initialized except when an error requiring a cold start (for example, a backup error) occurs.

When the clear operation process is executed, the main CPU 111 executes the game random number value update process (S40). In the above game random number value update process, the special symbol variation random value and the reach determination random value are updated. The above game random number value update process is repeatedly executed until a predetermined interrupt occurs.

<Timer interrupt processing on the main control board>
FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating a timer interrupt process by the main control board 110. The reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 110 generates clock pulses at predetermined cycles (4 ms), so that the timer interrupt process described below is executed.

When the above timer interrupt process is executed, in step S101, the main CPU 111 saves the information stored in the register in the stack area. The main CPU 111 executes the time control process (S102) after executing the step S101. In the above time control process, the main CPU 111 updates the special symbol time counter, updates the special game timer counter such as the opening time of the special electric accessory, and determines the fluctuation time of the normal symbol display device 22. Various timer counters are updated, such as updating and updating the normal power opening time counter that defines the opening time of the second starting port 14. Specifically, the main CPU 111 subtracts 1 from the special symbol time counter, the special game timer counter, the normal symbol time counter, and the normal power release time counter.

After executing the time control process, the main CPU 111 executes the random number update process (S103). In the random number update process, the main CPU 111 performs random number update processing of the special symbol determination random number value, the big hit symbol random number value, the small hit symbol random number value, and the hit determination random number value. Specifically, the numerical value "1" is added to each random number counter indicating each random number value.

After executing the random number update process, the main CPU 111 executes the initial random number value counter update process (step S104). In the present embodiment, when the random number value is added up to the maximum value, the random number value is set to the numerical value of the initial random number value counter. In the initial random number counter update process, the main CPU 111 includes a special symbol determination initial random number counter indicating a special symbol determination initial random value, a jackpot symbol initial random value counter indicating a jackpot symbol initial random value, and a small hit symbol initial random value counter. A numerical value "1" is added to each of the initial random value counter for the small hit symbol indicating the initial random value and the initial random number counter for the time-saving symbol indicating the initial random value for the time-saving symbol.

After executing the initial random number counter update process, the main CPU 111 executes the input control process (S105). In the input control process, the main CPU 111 includes a first start port detection switch 13a, a second start port detection switch 14a, a gate detection switch 15a, a large winning opening detection switch (16a, 17a), a general winning opening detection switch 18a, and an out ball. It is determined whether or not each switch of the detection switch 19a has an input.

After executing the input control process, the main CPU 111 performs the special figure special electric control process (S106) for controlling the special symbol display device (20, 21) and the special electric accessory (opening / closing door 16b, movable piece 17b). Run. Further, the main CPU 111 executes the normal drawing normal power control process (S107) after executing the special figure special electric power control process. In the normal symbol display device 22 and the normal electric accessory (opening / closing door 14b), the normal symbol display device 22 and the normal electric accessory (opening / closing door 14b) are controlled.

After executing the Fuzu Fuden control process, the main CPU 111 executes the payout control process (S108). In the payout control process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the large winning opening 16, the first starting opening 13, the second starting opening 14, and the general winning opening 18. Further, in the payout control process, when it is determined that the game ball has won a prize in the winning opening, the main CPU 111 transmits a payout number designation command corresponding to the winning opening to the payout control board 130.

Specifically, the general winning opening prize ball counter, the large winning opening winning ball counter, and the starting opening winning ball counter are checked, and the payout number designation command corresponding to each winning opening is transmitted to the payout control board 130. After that, predetermined data is subtracted from the prize ball counter corresponding to the transmitted number of payouts specification command and updated.

After executing the payout control process, the main CPU 111 executes the data creation process (S109). In the data creation process, external information data (information indicating that a jackpot is in progress, etc.) transmitted to the outside of the game machine 1, starting port opening / closing solenoid data that defines an opening / closing pattern of the opening / closing door 14b (second starting port 14), opening / closing door Large winning opening opening / closing solenoid data that defines the opening / closing pattern of 16b and the movable piece 17b (large winning opening), special symbol display device data that defines the display patterns of the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21, The normal symbol display device data that defines the display pattern of the normal symbol display device 22 is created.

After executing the data creation process, the main CPU 111 executes the output control process (S110). In the output control process, the main CPU 111 outputs various data (starting port opening / closing solenoid data, etc.) created in step S109 described above via the port. Further, the main CPU 111 executes a command transmission process for transmitting a command set in the effect transmission data storage area of the main RAM 113. For example, the above-mentioned start winning designation command is stored in the above-mentioned transmission data storage area for effect.

After executing the output control process, the main CPU 111 executes the counting process (S111). In the above counting process, the number of prize balls and the number of outs are counted in order to calculate the base value B in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. Specifically, the main CPU 111 is a prize ball counter for base calculation when a game ball wins in the general winning opening 18 (when the game ball is detected by the general winning opening detection switch 18a) in the low probability non-time saving game state. The numerical value "10" (the number of prize balls corresponding to the general winning opening 18) is added to (the number of normal prize balls) in the counting process.

Similarly, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, when the game ball wins in the first starting port 13, the numerical value is "3", when the game ball wins in the second starting port 14, the numerical value is "3", and in the first large winning opening 16. When the game ball wins, the numerical value "15" is added to the base calculation prize ball counter, and when the game ball wins the second large winning opening 17, the numerical value "15" is added to the base calculation prize ball counter. On the other hand, the prize ball counter for base calculation is not added except in the low probability non-time saving game state.

When the game ball is detected by the out ball detection switch 19a, the main CPU 111 adds a numerical value "1" to the base calculation out counter (normal number of outs) in the counting process of the low-probability non-time-saving game state. On the other hand, the out counter for base calculation is not added except in the low probability non-time saving game state. Further, when the game ball is detected by the out ball detection switch 19a, the numerical value "1" is added to the total out counter in the counting process regardless of the game state.

After executing the counting process, the main CPU 111 executes the base display process (S112). In the base display process, the base value is calculated from the number of normal prize balls and the number of normal outs counted in the above-mentioned counting process, and is displayed on the base display 114. After executing the base display process, the main CPU 111 restores the information saved in the above step S101 to the register of the main CPU 111 (S113).

<Input control processing>
FIG. 13 is a flowchart illustrating an input control process (S105 in FIG. 12 described above) by the main control board 110. When the input control process is started, the main CPU 111 executes the general winning opening detection switch input process (S121). In the above general winning opening detection switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 18a. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the general winning opening 18. When the detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 18a, the main CPU 111 adds predetermined data to the general winning opening winning ball counter and updates it.

After executing the general winning opening detection switch input processing, the main CPU 111 executes the large winning opening detection switch input processing (S122). In the large winning opening detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the detection signal from the large winning opening detection switch (16a, 17a) has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the large winning opening (16, 17). When the detection signal is input from the large winning opening detection switch, the main CPU 111 adds predetermined data to the large winning opening winning ball counter.

After executing the large winning opening detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 executes the first start port detection switch input process (S123). In the first start port detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the detection signal from the first start port detection switch 13a has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the first starting port 13. When it is determined in the above-mentioned first start port detection switch input process that the game ball has entered the first start port 13, predetermined data for determining the jackpot is set.

After executing the first start port detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 executes the second start port detection switch input process. In the second start port detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the detection signal from the second start port detection switch 14a has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the second starting port 14. When it is determined in the above second start port detection switch input process that the game ball has entered the second start port 14, a jackpot determination is made in the same manner as when the game ball enters the first start port 13. Predetermined data to be performed is set.

After executing the second start port detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 executes the gate detection switch input process. In the gate detection switch input process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the detection signal from the gate detection switch 15a has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 15. When it is determined in the above gate detection switch input process that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 15, predetermined data for performing the normal symbol lottery is set.

<First start port detection switch input process>
FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating a first start port detection switch input process (S123 in FIG. 13 described above) by the main control board 110. When the first start port detection switch input process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not a detection signal has been input from the first start port detection switch 13a (S131). When it is determined that the detection signal is not input from the first start port detection switch 13a (S131: No), the main CPU 111 ends the first start port detection switch input process.

When it is determined that the detection signal is input from the first start port detection switch 13a (S131: Yes), the main CPU 111 updates the start port prize ball counter (S132). Specifically, the main CPU 111 adds the number of prize balls corresponding to the first start port 13 (for example, the numerical value "3") to the start port prize ball counter.

After updating the start opening prize ball counter, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the number of reservations set in the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is less than 4 (S133). First special symbol hold number (U1) When the hold number set in the storage area is not less than 4 (S133: No), that is, when the hold number is 4 (U1 = 4), the main CPU 111 starts the first start. Mouth detection switch Ends input processing.

First special symbol hold number (U1) When the hold number set in the storage area is less than 4 (S133: Yes), the main CPU 111 acquires various random value values. Specifically, the main CPU 111 acquires a random value for special symbol determination (S134), acquires a random value for a big hit symbol (S135), acquires a random value for a small hit symbol (S136), and uses a time-saving symbol. A random number value is acquired (S137), and a game random number value (a random number value for special symbol variation and a random number value for reach determination) is acquired (S138).

Each random value acquired in step S138 from step S134 above is stored in the first special symbol storage area (first to fourth storage units). Specifically, the above first special symbol storage area includes the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit. The main CPU 111 searches for empty storage units in the order of the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit, and stores each acquired random number value in the empty storage unit. Further, after acquiring each random number value, the main CPU 111 adds the numerical value "1" to the first special symbol reserved number (U1) storage area (S139).

After adding the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area, the main CPU 111 executes the pre-determination process (S140). In the pre-determination process, the main CPU 111 determines each random number value acquired in steps S134 to S138 based on the pre-determination table (see FIG. 10 above) corresponding to the current gaming state.

When it is determined in the above-described second start port detection switch input process that the game ball has entered the second start port 14, the same process as the first start port detection switch input process is performed. However, in the above-mentioned first start port detection switch input process, the first special symbol hold number (U1) storage area is added, whereas in the second start port detection switch input process, the second special symbol hold number (U2) is added. Storage areas are added. Further, in the second start port detection switch input process, each acquired random number value is stored in the second special symbol storage area. That is, only the updated storage area (special symbol hold number storage area, special symbol storage area) is different between the first start port detection switch input process and the second start port detection switch input process, and other processes are common in principle. .. However, in the first start port detection switch input process, the start prize designation command is not transmitted in the time saving game state, and in the second start port detection switch input process, the start prize designation command is transmitted even in the time saving game state. But the two are different.

<Preliminary judgment processing>
FIG. 15 is a flowchart for explaining the pre-determination process by the main control board 110. The pre-determination process of FIG. 15 is executed in both the first start port detection switch input process and the second start port detection switch input process described above. That is, the above pre-determination process is executed both when the game ball wins the first start port 13 and when the game ball wins the second start port 14.

In the pre-determination process, the above-mentioned prize information (see FIG. 10) is generated, and a start prize designation command for specifying the prize information can be transmitted to the effect control board 120. In response to the start prize designation command, the look-ahead effect (for example, the hold change effect described later) can be executed on the effect control board 120 side. However, as described above, the winning information is not determined when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 in the time-saving game state. In the above configuration, the look-ahead effect when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 is substantially prohibited in the short-time game state.

Specifically, when the pre-determination process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the pre-determination process is executed when the game ball wins the first start port 13. (S151). When it is determined that the pre-determination process is executed when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 (S151: Yes), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the current gaming state is the time-saving gaming state (S152). ). When it is determined that the game is in the time-saving game state (S152: Yes), the main CPU 111 ends the pre-determination process without generating the winning information (S161 described later is omitted). As described above, the look-ahead effect is executed based on the winning information. Therefore, according to the above embodiment, the look-ahead effect when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 is substantially prohibited in the short-time game state.

When it is determined that the game is not in the time-saving game state (S152: No), the main CPU 111 executes the jackpot provisional determination process (S153). In the jackpot provisional determination process, the main CPU 111 uses the special symbol determination random value written in the special symbol hold storage area in response to the current start winning, and the jackpot determination process of the game started by the start winning (described later). In S207) of FIG. 17, it is tentatively determined whether the player wins a big hit, wins a small hit, wins in the third short time, or is lost.

When the determination of "No" is made in step S151 described above, that is, when the pre-determination process is executed when the game ball wins the second starting port 14, the main CPU 111 omits step S152 described above. The process after the big hit provisional determination process (S153) is executed. In the above configuration, when the game ball wins the second starting port 14, the winning information is generated regardless of whether the game is in the time-saving game state or the non-time-saving game state (S161 described later is executed). .. That is, when the game ball wins the second starting port 14, the look-ahead effect can be executed regardless of whether the game is in the time-saving game state or the non-time-saving game state.

After executing the jackpot tentative determination process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the jackpot tentative determination process has tentatively determined that the jackpot has been determined (S154). When the main CPU 111 is provisionally determined to be a jackpot (step S154: Yes), the main CPU 111 executes the jackpot symbol provisional determination process (S155). In the jackpot symbol provisional determination process, the jackpot symbol (stop symbol data) stopped in the game started by the start winning is provisionally determined by using the random value for the jackpot symbol acquired in response to the current start winning. After executing the jackpot symbol provisional determination process, the main CPU 111 shifts to the fluctuation pattern provisional determination process (S160).

On the other hand, when it is not tentatively determined that the jackpot is won in the jackpot tentative determination process (step S154: No), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not it is tentatively determined that the jackpot is won in the third time reduction (S156). When it is provisionally determined that the third time reduction is won (S156: Yes), the main CPU 111 executes the time reduction symbol provisional determination process (S157). In the time-saving symbol provisional determination process, the time-saving symbol (stop symbol data) stopped in the game started by the start winning is provisionally determined using the random value for the time-saving symbol acquired in response to the current start winning. .. After executing the time saving symbol provisional determination processing, the main CPU 111 shifts to the fluctuation pattern provisional determination processing (S160).

In the big hit tentative determination process, if it is not tentatively determined to win in the third time reduction (step S156: No), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not it is tentatively determined to win the small hit (S158). When it is tentatively determined that the small hit is won (S158: Yes), the main CPU 111 executes the small hit symbol tentative determination process (S159). In the small hit symbol provisional determination process, the small hit symbol (stop symbol data) stopped in the game started by the start prize is provisionally used by using the random value for the small hit symbol acquired in response to the current start prize. It is judged. After executing the small hit symbol provisional determination process, the main CPU 111 shifts to the fluctuation pattern provisional determination process (S160). If "No" is determined in step S158 described above, that is, if it is tentatively determined to be lost in the temporary jackpot determination process, the main CPU 111 does not execute the symbol temporary determination process (S155, S157, S159 described above). The process shifts to the fluctuation pattern provisional determination process S160.

In the variation pattern tentative determination process (S160), the main CPU 111 uses the game state, the result of the jackpot tentative determination process, the result of the jackpot symbol tentative determination process, the result of the time saving symbol tentative determination process, the result of the small hit symbol tentative determination process, and this time. The fluctuation pattern of the special symbol is tentatively determined by using the random value for special symbol variation and the random value for reach determination acquired according to the start winning prize of. After that, the main CPU 111 generates winning information corresponding to the variation pattern provisionally determined by the variation pattern provisional determination process (S161). Further, a start winning designation command corresponding to the winning information is set in the transmission data storage area for production (S162), and the pre-determination process is terminated.

By the above pre-determination process, when the game ball enters the first starting port 13 or the second starting port 14, the winning information can be transmitted to the effect control board 120 as a starting winning designation command. Therefore, the sub CPU 121 of the effect control board 120 that has received the start prize designation command analyzes the start prize designation command and determines in advance even before the change of the special symbol triggered by the start prize is started. The effect (look-ahead effect) can be executed.

However, this pre-determination process is determined according to the game state at the time when the game ball enters the starting ports 13 and 14, respectively. Therefore, if the game state changes before processing the first hold or the second hold reserved by the ball entry, the result of the jackpot determination process described later may differ from the result of the advance determination process. There is.

<Special figure special electric control processing>
FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating a special figure special electric control process (S106 of FIG. 12 described above) by the main control board 110. When the special figure special electric control processing is started, the main CPU 111 loads the current value of the special figure special electric processing data (0 to 5) (S181), and refers to the branch address from the loaded special figure special electric processing data (S182).

For example, when the special figure special electric processing data is “0”, the main CPU 111 executes the special symbol storage determination process (step S183). Although the details will be described later, in the special symbol storage determination process, the number of holds (U1, U2) is subtracted, the special symbol to be displayed on the special symbol display device and the fluctuation time of the special symbol display device are set, and the special symbol display device is set. The variable display is started. When the variable display of the special symbol display device is started, "1" is set in the special symbol special electric processing data.

When the special figure special electric processing data is "1", the main CPU 111 executes the special symbol variation processing (S184). In the special symbol variation process, when the variation time of the special symbol set in the immediately preceding special symbol memory determination process elapses, the special symbol set in the special symbol memory determination process is displayed on the special symbol display device (20, 21). To stop display. Further, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the special symbol special electric processing data is set to "2".

When the special symbol special electric processing data is "2", the main CPU 111 executes the special symbol stop processing (S185). In the special symbol stop processing, the main CPU 111 stops and displays the special symbol displayed in the above-mentioned special symbol variation processing for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds). After that, if the stop-displayed special symbol is the jackpot symbol, the main CPU 111 sets "3" in the special symbol special electric processing data, and sets the opening command and the opening time for the jackpot. Similarly, if the stop-displayed special symbol is a small hit symbol, the main CPU 111 sets "4" in the special symbol special electric processing data, and sets the opening command and the opening time for the small hit. Further, the main CPU 111 sets "0" in the special figure special electric processing data if the stop-displayed special symbol is a lost symbol.

When the special figure special electric processing data is "3", that is, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the main CPU 111 executes the big hit game process (step S186). In the big hit game process, after the big hit opening (hereinafter referred to as "opening period") is completed, the big winning opening 16 is opened according to the big winning opening opening / closing solenoid data (opening pattern of the big winning opening 16). That is, the above-mentioned round is started after the opening period. The big winning opening opening / closing solenoid data used in the big hit game is selected according to the big hit symbol.

After the end of all rounds, the ending control (wait control) is executed for a predetermined period. In the present embodiment, the period during which the ending control is executed may be described as the "ending period". In addition, the period from the end of the opening period to the start of the ending period may be described as a "round period" (a period including a plurality of rounds and intervals). When the ending period ends, "5" is set in the special figure special electric processing data.

When the special figure special electric processing data is "4", that is, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the immediately preceding special symbol stop processing, the main CPU 111 executes the small hit game process (step S187). In the small hit game process, the opening control of the small hit is executed, and then the large prize opening 16 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, "1.8 seconds") according to the solenoid data of the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid for the small hit. After that, the ending control is executed for a predetermined period, and "0" is set in the special figure special electric processing data.

When the special figure special electric processing data is "5", the main CPU 111 executes the special game end processing (S188). In the special game end process, the main CPU 111 sets the game state after the big hit game to a high-probability time-saving game state or a low-probability time-saving game state (No. Set to 1 hour short game state). Specifically, when shifting to the first time saving game state after the end of the big hit, the first time saving flag is changed to the ON state. Further, when shifting to the first time saving game state after the end of the big hit, the initial value "100" is set in the first time saving counter indicating the remaining number of times M1 of the first time saving game state. After setting the game state after the big hit game, the main CPU 111 sets the special figure special electric processing data to "0". Further, when the player shifts to the high-probability gaming state (high-probability time-saving gaming state), the high-probability flag changes to the ON state.

<Special symbol memory judgment processing>
FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating a special symbol memory determination process (S183 in FIG. 16 described above) by the main control board 110. When the special symbol memory determination process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner (S201). If the variation of the special symbol is being displayed (special symbol time counter ≠ 0) (S201: Yes), the special symbol memory determination process is terminated. On the other hand, unless the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner (S201: No), the main CPU 111 determines whether the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area is 1 or more (S202).

When the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area is not 1 or more (S202: No), the main CPU 111 shifts the process to step S204, and the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area is “1” or more. If there is (S202: Yes), the process is transferred to step S203. In the above configuration, the second special symbol storage area is processed with priority over the first special symbol storage area. In step S203, the main CPU 111 subtracts "1" from the value stored in the second special symbol reservation number (U2) storage area.

In step S204, the main CPU 111 determines whether the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is “1” or more. When the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is not "1" or more (S204: No), the process is transferred to step S215, and the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area is "1" or more. (S204: Yes), the process is transferred to step S205.

In step S205, the main CPU 111 subtracts "1" from the value of the first special symbol reservation number (U1) storage area. After that, in step S206, the main CPU 111 uses a random number value stored in the special symbol hold storage area corresponding to the special symbol hold number (U) storage area subtracted in steps S202 to S205 (special symbol determination random value, A combination of a random value for a big hit symbol, a random value for a small hit symbol, a random value for a time-saving symbol, a random value for reach judgment, and a random value for a special symbol change.) And the start prize designation command are shifted. Specifically, a predetermined random value stored in the first to fourth storage units in the first special symbol storage area or the second special symbol storage area and the start prize designation command are stored in the previous storage unit. Shift to.

For example, the random number value stored in the first storage unit and the start winning designation command are shifted to the determination storage area (0th storage unit). Further, the predetermined random number value stored in the first storage unit and the start prize designation command are written in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) and also in the determination storage area (0th storage unit). The data is erased from the special symbol hold storage area. That is, the random number value used in the previous game and the start prize designation command are deleted. In addition, the MODE of the start prize designation command is processed so as to correspond to the storage area after the shift.

After subtracting the number of holds, the main CPU 111 executes the jackpot determination process (S207). In the jackpot determination process, the main CPU 111 receives data (special symbol determination random value, jackpot symbol random value, small hit) written in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) of the special symbol reservation storage area in step S206 described above. The jackpot determination process is executed based on the symbol random value and the time saving symbol random value).

When the jackpot is won by the above jackpot determination process, the jackpot symbols to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display devices 20 and 21 are determined. In addition, if a small hit is won, a small hit special symbol is determined, if a small hit is won, a time-saving symbol is determined, and in the case of a loss, a special symbol for loss is determined.

After executing the jackpot determination process, the main CPU 111 executes the variation pattern determination process (S208). In the variation pattern determination process, the variation pattern determination table based on the current gaming state is used, and the variation pattern is determined. Specifically, the fluctuation pattern is determined from the fluctuation pattern determination table according to the special symbol judgment random value, the jackpot symbol random value, the time saving symbol random value, the reach judgment random value, and the special symbol fluctuation random value. NS.

After executing the variation pattern determination process, the main CPU 111 sets the variation pattern designation command corresponding to the variation pattern determined in the variation pattern determination process in the production transmission data storage area (S209). Further, the main CPU 111 confirms the game state at the start of the fluctuation, and sets the game state designation command corresponding to the current game state in the production transmission data storage area (S210).

After setting the game state designation command, the main CPU 111 starts the variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display devices 20 and 21 (S211). Specifically, when the first hold (U1) is subtracted in the special symbol memory determination process this time, the variable display is started in the first special symbol display device 20, and the second hold is held in the special symbol memory determination process this time. When (U2) is subtracted, the second special symbol display device 21 starts the variable display. After starting the variation display of the special symbol in the special symbol display device, the main CPU 111 sets the variation time according to the variation pattern determined in step S208 in the special symbol time counter in the special symbol time counter (S212).

After setting the fluctuation time, the main CPU 111 sets the customer waiting determination flag to "00H" (S213). That is, the customer waiting determination flag is cleared. The above-mentioned customer waiting determination flag becomes "00H" during the variable display of the special symbol and during the special game. On the other hand, in other cases (non-game period), the customer waiting determination flag is set to "01H". When the customer waiting determination flag is "01H", the effect control board 120 is notified by the customer waiting command that it is a non-game period. After clearing the customer waiting determination flag, the main CPU 111 sets the special figure special electric processing data to "1" (S214), and ends the special symbol storage determination process.

If it is determined in step S204 that the first hold (U1) is "0", that is, if neither the first hold (U1) nor the second hold (U2) is stored, the main CPU 111 , It is determined whether or not "01H" is set in the customer waiting determination flag (S215).

When 01H is set in the customer waiting determination flag (S215: Yes), the main CPU 111 ends the special symbol storage determination process. On the other hand, when "01H" is not set in the customer waiting determination flag (S215: No), the main CPU 111 shifts the process to step S216. In step S216, the main CPU 111 sets 01H to the customer waiting determination flag so that the customer waiting command is not set many times in step S217 described later. In step S217, the main CPU 111 sets the customer waiting command in the production transmission data storage area, and ends the special symbol storage determination process.

<Special symbol memory judgment processing>
FIG. 18 is a flowchart illustrating a special symbol stop processing (S185 in FIG. 16 described above) by the main control board 110. The above processing when the special symbol is stopped is executed immediately after the variable display of the special symbol is stopped.

When the special symbol stop processing is started, the main CPU 111 executes the second time reduction transition determination processing (S231). In the second time saving transition determination process, it is determined whether or not the transition to the second time saving gaming state has been established. As described above, it is possible to shift to the second time saving game state when the big hit is not won for a predetermined number of times in the big hit lottery (big hit determination process. S207 in FIG. 17 described above) in the low probability gaming state.

In the present embodiment, for the sake of explanation, the number of times the jackpot is not won in the jackpot determination process from the transition to the low-probability gaming state to the present time may be described as "cumulative number of times m". The cumulative number of times m is counted by, for example, a counter provided in the main RAM 113. When the above cumulative number of times m reaches a predetermined number of times (hereinafter, "operation number of times n"), the game shifts to the second time-saving game state. The number of operations n of this embodiment is "800 times". The number of operations n can be changed as appropriate.

In the present embodiment, in addition to the case where the loss is determined by the big hit determination process, the cumulative number of times m is added even when the small hit or the third time reduction is won. In addition, the cumulative number of times m is added in both the low-probability non-time-saving game state and the low-probability time-saving game state. That is, the cumulative number of times m is added to all the non-winning games other than the high-probability game state. In the second time saving transition determination process, when it is determined that the transition to the second time saving gaming state has been established, the main CPU 111 shifts the gaming state to the second time saving gaming state.

After executing the second time saving shift determination process, the main CPU 111 executes the third time saving transition determination process (S232). In the third time saving transition determination process, it is determined whether or not the transition to the third time saving gaming state has been established. As described above, it is possible to shift to the third time-saving game state when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. When it is determined in the third time reduction transition determination process that the opportunity to shift to the third time reduction game state has been established, the main CPU 111 shifts the game state to the third time reduction game state.

After executing the third time reduction shift determination process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the display wait period has elapsed (S233). The above display wait period is provided so that the player can recognize that the special symbol has been stopped and displayed in this game. The display wait period is, for example, about 0.5 seconds. Until the above display wait period ends, variable display of special symbols in the next game is prohibited. Specifically, step S233 is repeatedly executed until the end of the display wait period (S233: No), and when the display wait period ends (S233: Yes), it becomes possible to shift to the subsequent steps.

When the display wait period ends, the main CPU 111 executes the time saving end determination process (S234). In the time saving end determination process, it is determined whether or not the end trigger of the time saving game state is established. Specifically, in the time reduction end determination process, it is determined whether or not the number of games in the time reduction game state has reached the time reduction number of times. When it is determined that the number of games in the time-saving game state has reached the time-saving number of times, the time-saving game state ends. When the time reduction end determination process is completed, the main CPU 111 sets the game state designation command corresponding to the current game state in the production transmission data storage area (S235).

After setting the game state designation command, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the special symbol stopped in this game is a jackpot symbol (S236). When the main CPU 111 determines that it is a big hit symbol (S236: Yes), the main CPU 111 sets the special figure special electric processing data to "3" (big hit game processing) (S237). Further, the main CPU 111 executes the jackpot initialization process (S238).

In the jackpot initialization process, various types of information are initialized. For example, in the jackpot initialization process, the high-probability flag that turns ON in the high-probability gaming state is changed to the OFF state, and the game shifts to the low-probability gaming state. In addition, the time saving flag that turns ON in the time saving game state is changed to the OFF state, and the remaining number M indicating the remaining number of games in the time saving game state is initialized to the numerical value "0", and the game shifts to the non-time saving game state. do.

As will be described in detail later, the time saving flags are the first time saving flag that is turned on in the first time saving game state, the second time saving flag that is turned on in the second time saving game state, and the time saving flag that is turned on in the third time saving game state. Includes the third time saving flag to be in the state. In the jackpot initialization process, all the time saving flags are changed to the OFF state. Further, the remaining number M of the time-saving game state is stored in a separate counter for each time-saving game state. Specifically, the remaining number of times M1 in the first time-shortened game state, the remaining number of times M2 in the second time-shortened game state, and the remaining number of times M3 in the third time-shortened game state are stored separately. In the jackpot initialization process, all the remaining times M are initialized to the numerical value "0".

In the jackpot initialization process, the above-mentioned cumulative number of times m (number of addictions) is initialized. In the present embodiment, the cumulative number of times m is not initialized in principle except for the above-mentioned clear operation processing by operating the clear button or the trigger for starting the jackpot game. For example, when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n, the game shifts to the second time-saving game state, but the cumulative number of times m is not initialized. In addition, the cumulative number of times m is not initialized even when the third time reduction is won or the small hit is won. As will be described in detail later, in the above configuration, the number of times that the second time-saving game state can be shifted is one in the period from the current big hit game to the next big hit game.

After executing the jackpot initialization process, the main CPU 111 executes the jackpot start preparation process (S239). In the jackpot start preparation process, for example, the opening pattern of the jackpots (16, 17) in the jackpot game is determined according to the special symbol (type of jackpot). After that, the main CPU 111 sets an opening designation command according to the type of jackpot in the transmission data storage area for production (S240), sets an opening time according to the type of jackpot (S241), and performs special symbol stop processing. finish.

In step S236 described above, when it is determined that the special symbol stopped in this game is not a big hit symbol (S236: No), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the stopped special symbol is a small hit symbol (S242). ). When the small hit symbol is stopped (S242: Yes), the main CPU 111 sets the special symbol special electric processing data to "4" (S243), and ends the special symbol stop processing. On the other hand, when it is determined that the special symbol stopped in this game is not a small hit symbol (S242: No), that is, when the lost symbol or the time saving symbol is stopped, the special symbol special electric processing data is set to "0" ( S244), the processing when the special symbol is stopped is terminated.

FIG. 19A is a flowchart of the second time saving transition determination process (S231 in FIG. 18 described above). As described above, the second time saving transition determination process is executed when the special symbol is stopped.

When the second time saving transition determination process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the jackpot has been won in this game (S261). When it is determined that the jackpot has been won (S261: Yes), the main CPU 111 ends the second time saving transition determination process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the big hit has not been won (a loss, a small hit, or a third time reduction) (S261: No), the main CPU 111 is in a low probability gaming state (low probability time reduction gaming state or low probability). It is determined whether or not the game is in a non-time saving game state (S262). When it is determined that the game is not in the low-probability gaming state (high-probability gaming state) (S261: Yes), the main CPU 111 ends the second time reduction transition determination process.

When it is determined that the gaming state is low (S262: Yes), the main CPU 111 adds the numerical value "1" to the cumulative number of times m (S263). Specifically, in the second time saving transition determination process shown in FIG. 19A, the special symbol is stopped in the first special symbol display device 20 and the special symbol is stopped in the second special symbol display device 21. Performed in both cases. Therefore, in the game in which the big hit is not won and the game is in the low probability game state, the cumulative number of times m is added regardless of the special symbol display device (20, 21) in which the special symbol is stopped.

After adding the cumulative number of times m, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the cumulative number of times m matches the numerical value "800" (S264). That is, it is determined whether or not the number of operations n (n = 800) in which the second time-saving game state is activated and the cumulative number of times m match. When it is determined that the cumulative number of times m does not match the number of operations n (S264: No), the main CPU 111 ends the second time reduction shift determination process.

When it is determined that the cumulative number of times m matches the number of operations n (S264: Yes), the main CPU 111 stores the initial value "1000" as the remaining number of times M2 in the second time saving game state (S265). After storing the initial value of the remaining number of times M2, the main CPU 111 updates the second time saving flag to the ON state (S266), and ends the second time saving transition determination process.

In the present embodiment, in the game after the second time-saving game state is activated, the cumulative number of times m is continuously updated from the number of operations n. Specifically, the cumulative number of times m is not initialized in principle except when the clear operation is performed by operating the above-mentioned clear button or when the jackpot game is won. In the above configuration, it is determined that the cumulative number of times m matches the number of operations n only once in the period from the end of the current big hit game to the start of the next big hit game. That is, in the period from the end of the current jackpot game to the start of the next jackpot game, the number of times that the second time-saving game state can be shifted is one.

The main CPU 111 transmits a second remaining number command indicating the remaining number M2 to the effect control board 120 at an appropriate timing. Specifically, the main CPU 111 transmits the second remaining number of times command when the initial value is stored in the remaining number of times M2. Further, the main CPU 111 transmits a second remaining number of times command each time the game ends or starts. In the above configuration, even if the remaining number of times M2 is erased on the effect control board 120 side, the remaining number of times M2 on the effect control board 120 side is referred to by referring to the second remaining number command that is periodically transmitted. Can be grasped. Further, the main CPU 111 transmits, for example, a cumulative number command indicating the cumulative number m to the effect control board 120 each time the game starts or ends.

FIG. 19B is a flowchart of the third time saving transition determination process (S232 in FIG. 18 described above) executed by the main CPU 111. The third time reduction shift determination process is executed immediately after the second time reduction determination process described above. When the third time-saving shift determination process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the current game is in the low-probability non-time-saving game state (S281). When it is determined that the game is not in the low-probability non-time-saving game state (S281: No), the main CPU 111 ends the third time-saving transition determination process.

When it is determined that the game is in the low probability non-time saving game state (S281: Yes), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the special symbol stopped in this game is the special symbol J1 (time saving symbol) (S282). .. When it is determined that the special symbol J1 has been stopped (S282: Yes), the main CPU 111 stores the initial value "100" as the remaining number of times M3 in the third time-saving game state (S283).

When it is determined that the special symbol J1 has not been stopped (S282: No), the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the special symbol J2 (another time-saving symbol) has been stopped (S284). When it is determined that the special symbol J2 has not been stopped (S284: No), that is, when it is determined that none of the time saving symbols (J1, J2) has been stopped, the main CPU 111 ends the third time saving transition determination process. ..

On the other hand, when it is determined that the special symbol J2 has been stopped (S284: Yes), the main CPU 111 stores the initial value "1000" as the remaining number of times M3 in the third time saving game state (S285). In step S283 or step S285 described above, after storing the initial value of the remaining number of times M3 in the third time saving game state, the main CPU 111 changes the third time saving flag to the ON state (S286). After that, the main CPU 111 ends the third time saving shift determination process.

The main CPU 111 transmits a third remaining number command indicating the remaining number M3 to the effect control board 120. The third remaining number command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 at an appropriate timing. For example, the main CPU 111 transmits a third remaining number command when the initial value is stored in the remaining number M3. Further, the main CPU 111 transmits a third remaining number of times command each time the game ends or starts.

FIG. 19C is a flowchart of the time saving end determination process (S234 of FIG. 18 described above) executed by the main CPU 111. In the time reduction end determination process, when the end trigger of the time reduction game state (first time reduction game state, second time reduction game state, third time reduction game state) is established, the time reduction flag (first time reduction flag) corresponding to the time reduction game state is established. , 2nd time saving flag, 3rd time saving flag) is changed to the OFF state. As described above, when the jackpot game is started, all the time saving flags are uniformly changed to the OFF state (see S238 in FIG. 18 above).

When the time reduction end determination process is started, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the first time reduction flag is in the ON state, that is, whether or not it is in the first time reduction game state (S301). When it is determined that the first time saving flag is not in the ON state (S301: No), the main CPU 111 shifts the process to step S305. On the other hand, when it is determined that the first time saving flag is in the ON state (S301: Yes), the main CPU 111 subtracts the numerical value "1" from the remaining number of times M1 in the first time saving game state (S302). After that, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the remaining number of times M1 has been subtracted to the numerical value "0" (S303).

When it is determined that the remaining number of times M1 is the numerical value "0" (S303: Yes), the main CPU 111 sets the first time saving flag to the OFF state and proceeds to the process in step S305 (S304). That is, the process proceeds to step S305 after ending the first time-saving game state. On the other hand, when it is determined that the remaining number of times M1 is not the numerical value "0" (S303: No), the main CPU 111 omits step S304 and shifts the process to step S305.

In step S305, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the second time saving flag is in the ON state, that is, whether or not it is in the second time saving game state. When it is determined that the second time saving flag is not in the ON state (S305: No), the main CPU 111 shifts the process to step S309. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second time saving flag is in the ON state (S305: Yes), the main CPU 111 subtracts the numerical value "1" from the remaining number of times M2 in the second time saving game state (S306). After that, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the remaining number of times M2 has been subtracted to the numerical value "0" (S307).

When it is determined that the remaining number of times M2 is the numerical value "0" (S307: Yes), the main CPU 111 sets the second time saving flag to the OFF state (S308), and proceeds to the process to step S309. That is, the process proceeds to step S309 after ending the second time-saving game state. On the other hand, when it is determined that the remaining number of times M2 is not the numerical value "0" (S307: No), the main CPU 111 omits step S308 and shifts the process to step S309.

In step S309, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the third time saving flag is in the ON state, that is, whether or not it is in the third time saving game state. When it is determined that the third time saving flag is not in the ON state (S309: No), the main CPU 111 ends the time saving end determination process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the third time reduction flag is in the ON state (S309: Yes), the main CPU 111 subtracts the numerical value "1" from the remaining number of times M3 in the third time reduction game state (S310). After that, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the remaining number of times M3 has been subtracted to the numerical value "0" (S311).

When it is determined that the remaining number of times M3 is the numerical value "0" (S311: Yes), the main CPU 111 turns off the third time saving flag (S312), and ends the time saving end determination process. That is, the third time-saving game state is ended, and the time-saving end determination process is ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the remaining number of times M3 is not the numerical value "0" (S311: No), the main CPU 111 omits step S312 and ends the time saving end determination process.

The remaining number of times M (1, 2, 3) is subtracted both when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol display device 20 is stopped and when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol display device 21 is stopped. NS. That is, the remaining number of times M in the time-saving game state is subtracted regardless of the type of the special symbol display device that fluctuates and displays in this game.

FIG. 20 (a) is a flowchart of the Fuzu Fuden control process. When the Fuzu Fuden control process is started, the main CPU 111 loads the current value of the Fuzu Fuden processing data (0 to 3) (S401) and refers to the branch address from the loaded Fuzu Fuden processing data (S401). S402).

For example, when the normal symbol processing data is "0", the main CPU 111 executes the normal symbol storage determination process (step S403). In the normal symbol memory determination process, the normal symbol lottery (hit determination process) is executed with a probability depending on whether the game is in the time-saving game state or the non-time-saving game state. In addition, the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed is determined according to the result of the regular drawing lottery. Further, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol and the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b (second starting port 14) are determined by lottery according to the current gaming state (time-saving gaming state, non-time-saving gaming state). When the normal symbol lottery is executed, the main CPU 111 changes the normal symbol memory processing data to "1" when the normal symbol storage determination process is completed.

When the normal symbol processing data is "1", the main CPU 111 executes the normal symbol variation processing (S404). In the normal symbol variation processing, the normal symbol is variablely displayed at the fluctuation time determined by the normal symbol memory determination process. The main CPU 111 changes the normal symbol processing data to "2" when the normal symbol variation processing is completed.

When the normal symbol processing data is "2", the main CPU 111 executes the normal symbol stop processing (S405). In the normal symbol stop process, the normal symbol determined by the normal symbol memory determination process is stopped and displayed for at least a predetermined wait period (for example, about 0.5 seconds). When the main CPU 111 ends the normal symbol stop processing, the normal symbol processing data is changed to "3".

When the normal power processing data is "3", the main CPU 111 executes the open / close control process (S405). In the open / close control process, when the open symbol is stopped and displayed in the normal symbol stop process, the open / close door 14b is opened / closed in the operation mode determined by the normal symbol memory determination process. When the main CPU 111 ends the open / close control process, the main CPU 111 changes the normal drawing data to "0".

FIG. 20B is a flowchart of the normal symbol memory determination process. The above-mentioned ordinary symbol memory determination process is executed in the above-mentioned ordinary symbol memory control process.

When the main CPU 111 starts the normal symbol storage determination process, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the normal symbol hold number G (the number of reserved normal symbol lottery) is a numerical value "1" or more (S410). When it is determined that the normal symbol hold number G is not greater than or equal to the numerical value "1" (G = 0) (S410: No), the main CPU 111 ends the normal symbol storage determination process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal symbol hold number G is the numerical value "1" or more (S410: Yes), the main CPU 111 subtracts the numerical value "1" from the normal symbol hold number G (S411) to shift the storage area. (S412).

Specifically, when the game ball passes through the above-mentioned ordinary symbol gate 15, a hit determination random number value is acquired and stored in the ordinary symbol hold storage area. The normal symbol reservation storage area includes the storage units from the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit. When the main CPU 111 acquires the hit determination random value, the main CPU 111 stores the hit determination random value with priority in the order of the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit among the vacant storage units. In step S412 described above, the hit determination random value stored in the first storage unit is stored (shifted) in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) of the normal symbol hold storage area. Further, the hit determination random value stored in the second storage unit to the fourth storage unit is stored in the first storage unit to the third storage unit.

When the hit determination random value is stored in the determination storage area, the main CPU 111 determines the hit determination random value according to the game state (time-saving game state, non-time-saving game state) (S413). Specifically, the main CPU 111 determines whether or not the numerical value defined in the above-mentioned hit determination table (see FIG. 6B) matches the hit determination random number value. After that, the main CPU 111 determines the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed using the above-mentioned normal symbol determination table (see FIGS. 7 (b-1) and 7 (b-2)) according to the game state (S414). ..

Further, the main CPU 111 determines the fluctuation time by lottery according to the game state (S415), and determines the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b by lottery according to the normal symbol determined in step S414 and the game state (S416). The opening / closing door 14b operates (opens / closes) in the operating mode determined in S416 in the operating state. After determining the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b, the main CPU 111 changes the normal symbol processing data to "1" (S417), and ends the normal symbol storage determination process.

Next, the process executed by the sub CPU 121 of the effect control board 120 will be described. As described above, when the effect control board 120 receives the variation pattern designation command from the main control board 110, the effect control board 120 determines and executes the effect corresponding to the variation pattern designation command by lottery.

<Main processing of production control board>
FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating the main process by the effect control board. In step S510, the sub CPU 121 performs an initialization process. In the initialization process, the sub CPU 121 reads a program for executing the main process from the sub ROM 122 and initializes the sub RAM 123.

After executing the initialization process, the sub CPU 121 performs the effect random value value update process (S520). In the effect random value update process, the sub CPU 121 updates various random values stored in the sub RAM 123. The effect random value update process is repeatedly executed until the interrupt process is executed.

<Timer interrupt processing of production control board>
FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating the timer interrupt process. The sub CPU 121 executes the timer interrupt process approximately every 2 milliseconds. When the timer interrupt process is started, the sub CPU 121 saves the information stored in the register in the stack area (S601).

After saving various information to the stack area, the sub CPU 121 updates various timer counters used in the effect control board 120 (S602). After updating the timer counter, the sub CPU 121 executes the command analysis process (S603). In the command analysis process, the sub CPU 121 analyzes the command in the receive buffer of the sub RAM 123.

After executing the command analysis process, the sub CPU 121 executes the effect input control process (S604). As will be described in detail later, in the effect input control process, control according to the operation of the effect button 8 is executed. After executing the effect input control process, the sub CPU 121 executes a data output process (S605) for transmitting various data set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123 to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. In step S606, the sub CPU 121 restores the information saved in step S601 to the register of the sub CPU 121.

<Command analysis processing>
23 and 24 are flowcharts for explaining the command analysis process (S603 of FIG. 22). As shown in FIG. 23, when the command analysis process is started, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not the command has been received (S611). If there is no command in the receive buffer (No in step S611), the sub CPU 121 ends the command analysis process, and if there is a command in the receive buffer (Yes in step S611), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S621.

In step S621, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a customer waiting command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a customer waiting command (Yes in step S621), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S622, and if it is not a customer waiting command (No in step S621), the sub CPU 121 processes in step S631. To move.

In step S622, the sub CPU 121 performs a customer waiting effect pattern determination process for determining the customer waiting effect pattern. Specifically, the customer waiting effect pattern is determined, the determined customer waiting effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and the information of the determined customer waiting effect pattern is transmitted to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. Therefore, the data based on the determined customer waiting effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123.

In step S631, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a start winning designation command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a start prize designation command (Yes in step S631), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S632, and if it is not a start prize designation command (No in step S631), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S641. Move the process to.

In step S632, the sub CPU 121 analyzes the received start winning designation command and executes the hold storage process corresponding to the starting winning designation command. The start prize designation command is associated with information related to a large hit, a small hit, a loss, and a fluctuation pattern that are tentatively determined by the preliminary determination process. In the hold storage process, information (winning information) about the newly reserved first hold (U1) or second hold (U2) is stored in a predetermined storage area of the sub RAM 123.

In step S633, the sub CPU 121 executes the hold change effect determination process. In the hold change effect determination process, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not to execute the hold change effect, which will be described later, according to the start prize designation command (winning information). The hold change effect is a so-called look-ahead effect, and the hold image GB (see FIG. 29 (a)) described later is displayed in any of a plurality of special modes (blue, red, gold, rainbow color). Specifically, in the hold change effect, the mode of the hold image GB may be changed stepwise (for example, in the order of blue → red) to the final special mode. When the sub CPU 121 decides to execute the hold change effect, the sub CPU 121 determines in advance the final special mode and the time (scenario) at which the mode of the hold image GB changes.

In step S641, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a variation pattern specification command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a variation pattern specification command (Yes in step S641), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S642, and if it is not a variation pattern specification command (No in step S641), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S651. Move the process to.

In step S642, the sub CPU 121 performs a variation effect pattern determination process for determining one variation effect pattern from the plurality of variation effect patterns based on the received variation pattern designation command.

In step S643, the sub CPU 121 shifts the hold display data stored in the first hold storage area and the second hold storage area and the data corresponding to the start winning designation command, and the information of the hold display data after the shift. Is transmitted to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140, and the hold display mode update process is performed.

In step S651, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect symbol designation command. If the command stored in the reception buffer is the effect symbol designation command (Yes in step S651), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S652, and if it is not the effect symbol designation command (No in step S651), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S661. Move the process to.

In step S652, the sub CPU 121 performs an effect symbol determination process for determining the effect symbol GA to be stopped and displayed on the image display device 31 based on the content of the received effect symbol designation command. Specifically, the effect symbol designation command is analyzed to determine the effect symbol data that constitutes the combination of the effect symbol GA according to the presence or absence of the jackpot and the type of the jackpot, and the symbol command based on the determined effect symbol data is executed. Set in the production symbol storage area.

In step S661, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a symbol confirmation command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a symbol confirmation command (Yes in step S661), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S662, and if it is not a symbol confirmation command (No in step S661), the sub CPU 121 processes in step S671. To move. In step S662, the sub CPU 121 performs the effect symbol stop process of setting the symbol stop command for stopping and displaying the effect symbol in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123.

In step S671, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a command for specifying a fluctuation pattern of a normal figure. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a normal map fluctuation pattern specification command (Yes in step S671), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S672, and if it is not a normal map fluctuation pattern specification command (No in step S671). ), The process is transferred to step S681 of FIG. 24. In step S672, the sub CPU 121 performs a normal map variation effect pattern determination process for determining one normal map variation effect pattern from a plurality of normal map variation effect patterns based on the received normal map variation pattern designation command.

As shown in FIG. 24, in step S681, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is the long release start command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a long release start command (Yes in step S681), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S682, and if it is not a long release start command (No in step S681), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S681. Move the process to. In step S682, the sub CPU 121 performs the effect processing during the long opening. Here, a notification effect is executed in order to notify the player that the second start port 14 will be opened for a long time (4.2 seconds) in the non-time saving game state.

In step S691, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a normal symbol confirmation command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a normal symbol confirmation command (Yes in step S691), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S692, and if it is not a normal symbol confirmation command (No in step S691), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S700. Move the process to. In step S692, the sub CPU 121 sends the effect symbol data corresponding to the received normal symbol confirmation command and the symbol stop command for stopping and displaying the normal symbol effect symbol in the sub RAM 123 in order to stop and display the normal symbol effect symbol. Performs normal symbol fluctuation stop processing to be set in the transmission buffer.

In step S700, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a game state designation command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a game state specification command (Yes in step S700), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S701, and if it is not a game state specification command (No in step S700), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S711. Move the process to.

In step S701, the sub CPU 121 executes a game state setting process for setting the game state based on the received game state designation command in the game state storage area in the sub RAM 123. In step S711, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is an opening command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is an opening command (Yes in step S711), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S712, and if it is not an opening command (No in step S711), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S721. ..

In step S712, the sub CPU 121 performs a hit start effect pattern determination process for determining a hit start effect pattern. Specifically, the hit start effect pattern is determined based on the opening command, the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and the information of the determined hit start effect pattern is controlled by the image control board 150 and the lamp. In order to transmit to the board 140, the data based on the determined hit start effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123.

In step S721, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a big winning opening opening designation command indicating the start of a big hit round game. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a command for specifying the opening of the winning opening (Yes in step S721), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S722, and if it is not the command for specifying opening of the winning opening (No in step S721). ), The process is transferred to step S731.

In step S722, the sub CPU 121 performs the effect pattern determination process during the round to determine the jackpot effect pattern. Specifically, the effect pattern during the round is determined for each round to be started, based on the large winning opening opening designation command having information on how many round games are to be started. Then, the determined effect pattern during the round is set in the effect pattern storage area, and the corresponding data is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123 in order to transmit the information of the effect pattern to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. ..

In step S731, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is a round end designation command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is a round end specification command (Yes in step S731), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S732, and if it is not a round end specification command (No in step S731), the sub CPU 121 moves to step S7341. Move the process to. In step S732, the sub CPU 121 performs a paused effect pattern determination process for determining an effect pattern between each round.

In step S741, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the receive buffer is an ending command. If the command stored in the receive buffer is the ending command (Yes in step S741), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S742, and if it is not the ending command (No in step S741), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S751. ..

In step S742, the sub CPU 121 performs a hit end effect pattern determination process for determining a hit end effect pattern. Specifically, the hit end effect pattern is determined based on the ending command, the determined hit end effect pattern is set in the effect pattern storage area, and the information of the determined hit end effect pattern is controlled by the image control board 150 and the lamp. In order to transmit to the board 140, the data based on the determined hit end effect pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123.

In step S751, the sub CPU 121 confirms whether or not the command stored in the reception buffer is a big winning opening ball entry command. The above-mentioned large winning opening ball entry command is transmitted from the main control board 110 when a game ball wins a large winning opening. If the command stored in the reception buffer is a large winning opening ball entry command (Yes in step S751), the sub CPU 121 shifts the process to step S752, and if it is not a large winning opening entry ball command (No in step S751). ), Ends the command analysis process. In step S752, the sub CPU 121 executes a large winning opening command transmission process for transmitting the large winning opening command to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140. In the above-mentioned large winning opening ball entry command transmission process, the large winning opening ball entry command is set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 123.

<Production input control processing>
FIG. 25 is a flowchart illustrating the effect input control process by the effect control board. First, in step S831, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not there is a valid effect button detection signal from the effect button detection switch 8a based on the effect button detection command from the lamp control board 140. Here, if the sub CPU 121 determines that there is no effect button detection signal (No in step S831), the process ends, and if it determines that there is an effect button detection signal (Yes in step S831), step S832 Move to processing.

In step S832, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not the button operation effect execution enable flag = 01 is set in the storage area of the sub RAM 123. Here, if the button operation effect execution enable flag = 01 is not set (No in step S832), the sub CPU 121 ends the process and if the button operation effect execution enable flag = 01 is set (step). Yes) in S832, the process proceeds to step S833.

The button operation effect execution enable flag determines whether or not the effect corresponding to the operation can be executed based on the button operation, and the flag "01". ", It is possible to execute the effect corresponding to the operation, and the flag" 00 "indicates that it is impossible to execute the effect corresponding to the operation, and the operation validity period of the effect button 8 The flag "01" is set at the start of the operation, or the flag "00" is set when the effect button 8 is operated or the operation valid period ends without the effect button 8 being operated.

In step S833, the sub CPU 121 sets the button operation effect execution command in the transmission buffer. This command is a command for causing the image control board 150 to execute an effect corresponding to the operation of the effect button 8. Here, the sub CPU 121 transmits the command set in the transmission buffer to the image control board 150 and the lamp control board 140 in step S605 (see FIG. 22) after the effect input control process. The image control board 150 operates the image display device 31 and the sound output device 34 based on the received command, and the lamp control board 140 operates the effect movable body 32 and the effect lighting device 33 based on the received command.

Next, the image control board 150 will be described. In the image control board 150, when a command for effect is received from the effect control board 120, the host CPU 151 reads the audio output device control program from the host ROM 153 based on the received command for effect, and the sound in the audio output device 34. The host CPU 151 reads the animation control program from the host ROM 153 to control the image display on the image display device 31.

Here, the processing executed by the host CPU 151 on the image control board 150 will be described.

<Host CPU main processing>
FIG. 26 is a flowchart illustrating the main process by the image control board. When power is supplied by the power supply board 170, a system reset occurs in the host CPU 151, and the host CPU 151 performs the following main processing. First, in step S901, the host CPU 151 performs the initialization process. In this process, the host CPU 151 reads the main processing program from the host ROM 153 and instructs the initial settings of the various modules of the host CPU 151 and the VDP 200 in response to the power being turned on.

In step S902, the host CPU 151 performs an effect pattern specification command analysis process for analyzing the effect pattern specification command (command stored in the receive buffer of the host RAM 152) transmitted from the effect control board 120. When the image control board 150 receives a command transmitted from the effect control board 120, a command reception interrupt process of the image control board 150 (not shown) occurs, and the received command is stored in the reception buffer.

The effect pattern specification command analysis process confirms whether or not the effect pattern specification command (+ effect control command) is stored in the reception buffer. If the effect pattern specification command is not stored in the reception buffer, the process proceeds to step S903 as it is. If the effect pattern specification command (+ effect control command) is stored in the reception buffer, a new effect pattern specification command is read, and one or more animation groups to be executed are determined based on the read effect pattern specification command. At the same time, the animation pattern is decided from each animation group. Then, when the animation pattern is determined, the read effect pattern specification command is deleted from the transmission buffer.

In step S903, the host CPU 151 performs animation control processing. In this process, the addresses of various animation scenes are updated based on the "scene switching counter", "weight frame", and "frame counter" updated in step S921 described later and the animation pattern determined in step S902. do.

In step S904, the host CPU 151 sets the display list from the display information (sprite identification number, display position, etc.) of one frame of the animation scene at the updated address according to the priority (drawing order) of the animation group to which the animation scene belongs. Will be generated. Then, when the generation of the display list is completed, the host CPU 151 outputs the display list to the VDP 200. The display list output here is stored in the display list storage area 156a of the VRAM 156 via the CPUI / F203 in the VDP 200.

In step S905, the host CPU 151 determines whether or not the FB switching flag = 01. Here, as will be described later in FIG. 27 (b), the FB switching flag will be set if the previous display list drawing is completed in the V blank interrupt every 1/60 second (about 16.6 ms). The FB switching flag = 01. That is, in step S905, it is determined whether or not the previous drawing is completed. If the FB switching flag = 01 (Yes in step S905), the host CPU 151 shifts the process to step S906, and if the FB switching flag = 00 (No in step S905), waits until the FB switching flag = 01. do.

In step S906, the host CPU 151 sets the FB switching flag = 00 (turns off the FB switching flag), and shifts the process to step S906. In step S907, the host CPU 151 performs the drawing execution start process. In this process, in order to instruct the VDP 200 to execute drawing on the already output display list, drawing execution start data is set in the drawing register. That is, the execution of drawing on the display list output in step S904 is instructed. After that, the processes of steps S902 to S907 are repeated until a predetermined interrupt occurs.

<Interruption processing of image control board>
The interrupt process of the image control board 150 will be described with reference to FIG. 27. The interrupt process of the image control board 150 includes at least a drawing end interrupt process performed by inputting a drawing end interrupt signal and a V blank interrupt process performed by inputting a V blank interrupt signal. There is.

<Host CPU drawing end interrupt processing>
FIG. 27A is a flowchart illustrating a drawing end interrupt process by the image control board. When the drawing of a frame (1 frame) of a predetermined unit is completed, the VDP 200 outputs a drawing end interrupt signal to the host CPU 151 via the CPUI / F203. When the drawing end interrupt signal is input from the VDP 200, the host CPU 151 executes the drawing end interrupt process. In the drawing end interrupt process, in step S911, the host CPU 151 sets the drawing end flag = 01 (turns on the drawing end flag), and ends the current drawing end interrupt process. That is, the drawing end flag is turned on each time the drawing is completed.

<Host CPU V blank interrupt processing>
FIG. 27B is a flowchart illustrating the V blank interrupt process by the image control board. The VDP 200 outputs a V blank interrupt signal (vertical synchronization signal) to the host CPU 151 via the CPUI / F203 every 1/60 second (about 16.6 ms). When the host CPU 151 inputs the V blank interrupt signal from the VDP 200, the host CPU 151 executes the V blank interrupt process.

In step S921, the host CPU 151 performs a process of updating various counters of the "scene switching counter", the "wait frame", and the "frame counter". In step S922, the host CPU 151 determines whether or not the drawing end flag = 01. That is, it is determined whether or not the drawing of the frame of the predetermined unit is completed. If the drawing end flag = 01 (Yes in step S922), the host CPU 151 shifts the process to step S923, and if the drawing end flag = 01 (No in step S922), the host CPU 151 ends the current V blank interrupt process. do. That is, even if the V blank interrupt signal is input, if the drawing is not completed, the processing after step S923 is not performed.

In step S923, the host CPU 151 sets the drawing end flag = 00 (turns off the drawing end flag). In step S924, the host CPU 151 gives an instruction to the memory controller 209 of the VDP 200 to switch between the “display frame buffer” and the “drawing frame buffer”. In step S925, the host CPU 151 sets the FB switching flag = 01 (turns on the FB switching flag), cancels the standby state in step S905 (see FIG. 26), and ends the current V blank interrupt process. do.

Next, the outline of the lamp control board 140 will be briefly described. When the effect control board 120 receives the effect command, the lamp control board 140 reads out the effect movable body operation program based on the received effect command, controls the operation of the effect movable body 32, and receives the command. The effect lighting device control program is read out based on the effect command to control the effect lighting device 33 and the light guide body 60. Further, in the lamp control board 140, when a command for the effect button is received from the image control board 150 via the effect control board 120, the effect button operation program is read out based on the received command for the effect button, and the effect button is read. 8 is controlled.

FIG. 28 is a conceptual diagram of an example of a variation effect pattern determination table. In the above-mentioned variation effect pattern determination process, the sub CPU 412 refers to the variation effect pattern determination table and determines the variation effect pattern.

In the present embodiment, a variable effect pattern determination table is provided for each game state (low-probability non-time-saving game state, low-probability time-saving game state, high-probability time-saving game state). In a specific example of FIG. 28, a variation effect pattern determination table referred to in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state is shown. That is, the variation effect pattern determination table of FIG. 28 is referred to by the sub CPU 121 when the variation pattern is determined by the main CPU 111 using the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8 described above.

Specifically, in the variation effect pattern determination process, the variation effect pattern is determined by lottery according to the variation pattern (variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command) determined by the main CPU 111 and the random value for effect. NS. The random number value for effect has a random number range of "0 to 99" and is acquired by the sub CPU 121 when the variable effect pattern determination process is started. For example, when the main CPU 111 determines the variation pattern a1x and any of the numerical values "0 to 50" is acquired as the effect random value, the variation effect pattern 1 is determined.

FIG. 28 shows an outline of the effect configuration of each variable effect pattern. For example, in the variable effect pattern 1, when the game is started, the normal effect is executed, and then the normal reach is executed. On the other hand, in the variable effect pattern 2, the normal effect is executed when the game is started, and then the normal reach is executed after the pseudo continuous effect is executed. In the above pseudo-continuous effect, the image display device 31 temporarily stops (temporarily stops) the effect symbol GA that has been variable-displayed, and causes the variable display again. The above pseudo-continuous production may be executed a plurality of times in one game (variation). For example, in the variable effect pattern 5, two pseudo-continuous effects are executed, and in the variable effect pattern 14, three pseudo-continuous effects are executed.

29 (a), 29 (b), and 29 (c) are simulated views of the screen displayed on the image display device 31 in each game. Specifically, FIG. 29A is a simulated view of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 in a low-probability non-time-saving game state. Further, FIG. 29B is a simulated view of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 in a low-probability time-saving game state. FIG. 29 (c) is a simulated screen of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 in a high-probability time-saving game state. In each game, the image display device 31 includes the effect symbol GA (x, y, w), the reserved image GB (x, y), the fourth symbol GC (1, 2), the reserved number image GD (1, 2), and the reserved image GB (1, 2). Various images including a small symbol Ga are displayed.

The effect symbol GA performs variable display (including temporary stop display) during the period when the special symbol display devices (20, 21) are variablely displayed, and stops and displays during the period when the special symbol display device is stopped and displayed. Further, the effect symbol GA stops and displays the combination of symbols corresponding to the special symbols that are stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device. Specific examples of FIGS. 29 (a) to 29 (c) assume a case where a lost symbol (special symbol H) is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device. In the above case, for example, the effect symbol GA stops and displays the symbol combination "782".

Further, the effect symbol GA stops and displays the symbol combination (for example, "777") corresponding to the jackpot symbol when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device. Similarly, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, the effect symbol GA stops and displays the symbol combination (for example, "757") corresponding to the small hit symbol. When the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, the effect symbol GA stops and displays the symbol combination (for example, "797") corresponding to the time-saving symbol.

The effect symbol GA includes the effect symbol GAx (see FIG. 29 (a)), the effect symbol GAy (see FIG. 29 (b)), and the effect symbol GAw (see FIG. 29 (c)). The effect symbol GAx is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. In addition, the effect symbol GAy is displayed in a low-probability time-saving game state. In the present embodiment, the common effect symbol GAy is displayed in the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, and the third time-saving game state. The effect symbol GAw is displayed in a high-probability time-saving game state. In the present embodiment, the effect symbol GA is different between the low-probability time-saving game state and the high-probability time-saving game state, but the effect symbol GA may be common in each of the above game states.

The fourth symbol GC indicates the fluctuation state of the special symbol display device (20, 21). Specifically, during the period when the special symbol display device is stopped and displayed, the fourth symbol GC is stopped and displayed. For example, during the period in which the special symbol display device is stopped and displayed, the fourth symbol GC is stopped and displayed in the first color (for example, white). On the other hand, during the period in which the special symbol display device is variablely displayed, the fourth symbol GC is variably displayed. For example, during the period in which the special symbol display device is variablely displayed, the fourth symbol GC is alternately displayed in the first color and the second color (for example, red).

The fourth symbol GC includes the fourth symbol GC1 and the fourth symbol GC2. The fourth symbol GC1 shows the variation mode of the first special symbol display device 20, and the fourth symbol GC2 shows the variation mode of the second special symbol display device 21. Specifically, the fourth symbol GC1 is variably displayed during the period when the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed, and is stopped and displayed during the period when the first special symbol display device 20 is stopped and displayed. Similarly, the fourth symbol GC2 is variably displayed during the period when the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed, and is stopped and displayed during the period when the second special symbol display device 21 is stopped and displayed.

In the present embodiment, the common fourth symbol GC is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the low-probability time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state. That is, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, the third time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state, the common fourth symbol GC is displayed. Specifically, the common fourth symbol GC is displayed in each game state except for the big hit game. However, the configuration may be such that the fourth symbol GC, which differs depending on the gaming state, is displayed. Further, in the big hit game, the fourth symbol GC may be displayed.

The hold number image GD (1, 2) displays the hold number (first hold number, second hold number). Specifically, the hold number image GD includes the hold number image GD1 and the hold number image GD2. Hold number The image GD1 displays the first hold number. Further, the hold number image GD2 displays the second hold number. In the specific example of FIG. 29 (a), it is assumed that the first hold number is 4 and the second hold number is 0.

The hold number image GD of the present embodiment is common to the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the low-probability time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state, as in the case of the fourth symbol GC described above. That is, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, the third time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state, a common hold number image GD is displayed. Specifically, a common hold number image GD is displayed in each game state except for the jackpot game. However, the configuration may be such that different hold number image GDs are displayed depending on the game state. Further, in the big hit game, the hold number image GD may be displayed.

Similar to the effect symbol GA, the small symbol Ga is composed of three symbols (left symbol, middle symbol, and right symbol). Further, the small symbol Ga is variablely displayed during the period when the special symbol display devices (20, 21) are variablely displayed, and is stopped and displayed during the period when the special symbol display device is stopped and displayed. In the present embodiment, the effect symbol GA may be temporarily hidden depending on the effect to be executed. Even in the above cases, the small symbol Ga is displayed continuously in principle.

When the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, the small symbol Ga stops and displays the symbol combination corresponding to the big hit symbol. Further, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, the small symbol Ga stops and displays the symbol combination corresponding to the small hit symbol. Similarly, the small symbol Ga stops and displays the symbol combination corresponding to the time-saving symbol when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, and stops and displays the lost symbol when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device. The symbol combination corresponding to is stopped and displayed. Further, as a general rule, the small symbol Ga is stopped and displayed in the same manner as the effect symbol GA when the effect symbol GA is stopped and displayed. For example, when a big hit is won and the production symbol GA is stopped and displayed at "7,7,7", the small symbol Ga is also stopped and displayed at "7,7,7", and the small hit is won and the production symbol is displayed. When the GA stops and displays at "7,5,7", the small symbol Ga also stops and displays at "7,5,7", wins in the third time reduction, and the production symbol GA is "7,9,7". ] Or "7. Time saving (an example of a special symbol described later). 7", the small symbol Ga is also stopped and displayed at "7, 9.7" or "7. Time saving, 7".

In the present embodiment, a common small symbol Ga is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the low-probability time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state. That is, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, the third time-saving game state, and the high-probability time-saving game state, a common small symbol Ga is displayed. Specifically, a common small symbol Ga is displayed in each game state except for the big hit game. However, in the big hit game, the small symbol Ga may be displayed. In the present embodiment, a common small symbol Ga is displayed between the variable display of the first special symbol display device 20 and the variable display of the second special symbol display device 21, but the first special symbol display In addition to the small symbol Ga corresponding to the variable display of the device 20, a small symbol Ga corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol display device 21 may be provided. In that case, the small symbol Ga corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol display device 21 may have a display mode common to the small symbol Ga corresponding to the variable display of the first special symbol display device 20. 1 The display mode may be different from that of the small symbol Ga corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol display device 20.

As described above, the effect symbol GA (x, y) is different between the low-probability non-time-saving game state and the low-probability time-saving game state. On the other hand, a common small symbol Ga is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state and the low-probability time-saving game state. In the above configuration, when the low-probability non-time-saving game state is changed to the low-probability time-saving game state (including the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state), the mode of the effect symbol GA changes, while the small symbol In other words, the aspect of Ga does not change. Similarly, when shifting from the low-probability time-saving game state to the low-probability non-time-saving game state, it is paraphrased that the mode of the effect symbol GA changes while the mode of the small symbol Ga does not change.

As shown in FIG. 29 (a), the game count image GE is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. The game count image GE displays the number of games played in the low-probability game state. Therefore, when the number displayed by the game count image GE (“750” in the specific example of FIG. 29 (a)) is added up to “800”, the state shifts from the low-probability non-time-saving game state to the second time-saving game state. It will be possible. The above configuration has an advantage that it is easy for the player to grasp the number of games until the transition to the second time-saving game state. The number of the game count image GE of the present embodiment is added immediately after the game is started. However, the number of the game count image GE may be added at the end of the game (approximately at the same time as the addition of the cumulative number m).

The above-mentioned game count image GE is displayed from the transition to the low-probability non-time-saving game state until the end of the low-probability non-time-saving game state. However, the game count image GE may be started to be displayed after the number of games played in the low-probability game state reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 790 times). Further, although the game number image GE of the present embodiment displays the number of games in the low-probability game state, the number of games until the transition to the second time-shortened game state may be displayed. In the above configuration, the displayed number of games is subtracted for each game. Further, the game count image GE may be displayed in a low-probability time-saving game state. Further, although the game number image GE of the present embodiment is merely an embodiment showing the number of games, the transition to the second time-saving game state is expected, for example, "until the start of the second time-saving game state, 750 more times". The wording may be displayed together.

As shown in FIG. 29 (b), the remaining number of times image GF is displayed in the low-probability time-saving game state. The remaining number of times image GF displays the remaining number of times M in the time-saving game state. For example, immediately after the first time-saving game state is started, the remaining number of times image GF displays the number "100". Immediately after the start of the second short game state, the remaining number of times image GF displays the number "1000". Immediately after the start of the third time-saving game state, the remaining number of times image GF displays the number "100" or the number "1000". The number of the remaining number image GF is subtracted by the numerical value "1" for each game.

It should be noted that conventionally, a gaming machine (so-called "ST machine") in which a high-probability time-saving gaming state is completed in a predetermined number of times (for example, "100 times") is known. When the above ST machine is adopted, the remaining number image GF that displays the remaining number of times in the high-probability time-saving game state may be displayed. In addition, the remaining number image GF (hereinafter referred to as "remaining number image GFx") displaying the remaining number of times in the low-probability time-saving game state and the remaining number image GF (hereinafter "remaining number of times" displaying the remaining number of times in the high-probability time-saving game state). In the configuration of displaying both (referred to as "image GFy"), the modes of the remaining number image GFx and the remaining number image GFy may be different. For example, the remaining number image GFx displays letters and numbers as shown in FIG. 29 (b). Further, it is assumed that the remaining number image GFy displays characters and numbers as in the case of the remaining number image GFx. In the above configuration, the remaining number image GFx may display black characters and white numbers, and the remaining number image GFy may display white characters and black numbers.

In the present embodiment, the background image GHx is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state (see FIG. 29 (a)). Further, the background image GHy is displayed in the low-probability time-saving game state (see FIG. 29 (b)), and the background image GHw is displayed in the high-probability time-saving game state (see FIG. 29 (c)). That is, the background image GH is different in each of the above game states. However, the background image GH may be common in all or part of each of the above game states. For example, the background image GH may be shared between the low-probability non-time-saving game state and the high-probability non-time-saving game state.

In the time-saving game state (first to third time-saving game states), when the remaining number of times M becomes less than or equal to a predetermined number of times (for example, five times), the remaining number of times M is highlighted and displayed. For example, when the remaining number of times M is subtracted to 5 times, the message "remaining 5 times!" Is displayed substantially in the center of the image display device 31.

As shown in FIG. 29B, the right-handed image Gsy is displayed in the low-probability time-saving game state. As described above, in the time-saving game state (first to third time-saving game states), the right-handed ramp 28 instructs right-handed. The right-handed image Gsy is displayed during the period in which the right-handed lamp 28 indicates right-handed. Further, the right-handed image Gsy is hidden during the period when the right-handed lamp 28 does not instruct right-handed.

Specifically, the right-handed image Gsy is continuously displayed from the start of the opening period of the jackpot game to the period after the start of the first short-time game state. Further, the right-handed image Gsy starts to be displayed from the time when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of times of operation n (the nth lost symbol is stopped and displayed) and the second time-shortening game state is entered. Similarly, the right-handed image Gsy starts to be displayed from the time when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed and the state shifts to the third time-saving game state. The right-handed image Gsy may be temporarily hidden when a predetermined effect (for example, SP reach) is executed during the period in which the right-handed lamp 28 is instructed to hit the right side. However, during the period when the right-handed image Gsy is temporarily hidden, a lamp controlled by the sub CPU 121 or an image different from the right-handed image Gsy indicates that the game should be played right-handed. Is preferable.

The reserved image GB includes a reserved image GBx (see FIG. 29 (a)) and a reserved image GBy (see FIGS. 29 (b) and 29 (c)). The reserved image GBx is the first special symbol reserved storage area (first storage unit to fourth storage unit) or the second special symbol reserved storage area (first storage unit to fourth storage unit) in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. Is displayed when the above-mentioned random value (hereinafter sometimes referred to as "judgment information") is stored in. The reserved image GBy is displayed when the determination information is stored in the second special symbol reservation storage area in the low-probability time-saving game state and the high-probability time-saving game state.

The reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R11 to the area R14 and the area R21 to the area R24 of the image display device 31. For example, when the determination information is stored in the first storage unit of the first special symbol hold storage area (when the first hold number is added to the numerical value "1"), the hold image GBx is displayed in the area R11. Similarly, when the determination information is stored in the second storage unit of the first special symbol reservation storage area, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R12, and when the determination information is stored in the third storage unit, the determination information is stored in the area R13. When the reserved image GBx is displayed and the determination information is stored in the fourth storage unit, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R14. Further, when the determination information is stored in the first storage unit of the second special symbol reservation storage area, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R21, and when the determination information is stored in the second storage unit, the determination information is reserved in the area R22. When the image GBx is displayed and the determination information is stored in the third storage unit, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R23, and when the determination information is stored in the fourth storage unit, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R24. Will be done.

When the determination information is stored in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the reserved image GBx is displayed in the area R0. Further, when the first special symbol display device 20 starts to fluctuate and the shift process described above is executed, each reserved image GBx from the area R11 to the area R14 is moved to the left adjacent area R and displayed. Similarly, when the second special symbol display device 21 starts to fluctuate and the shift process described above is executed, the reserved image GBx of the area R21 to the area R24 is moved to the left adjacent area R and displayed.

The reserved image GBy is displayed in the area R11 to the area R14 of the image display device 31. For example, when the determination information is stored in the first storage unit of the second special symbol reservation storage area, the reserved image GBy is displayed in the area R11, and when the determination information is stored in the second storage unit, the determination information is reserved in the area R12. When the image GBy is displayed and the determination information is stored in the third storage unit, the reserved image GBy is displayed in the area R13, and when the determination information is stored in the fourth storage unit, the reserved image GBy is displayed in the area R14. Will be done.

When the determination information is stored in the determination storage area (0th storage unit) in the low-probability time-saving game state or the high-probability time-saving game state, the reserved image GBy is displayed in the area R0. Further, when the second special symbol display device 21 starts to fluctuate and the shift process described above is executed, the reserved image GBy from the area R11 to the area R14 is moved to the area R adjacent to the left and displayed. In the low-probability time-saving game state, the reserved image may be displayed when the determination information is stored in the first special symbol reserved storage area.

In the above configuration, the reserved image GB (x, y) displayed in the area R moves to the area R to the left of the area R each time the game is executed, and is finally displayed in the area R0. .. Further, when the game in which the reserved image GB is displayed in the area R0 (the game in which the determination information acquired at the start of displaying the reserved image GB is determined by the jackpot determination process) is completed, the reserved image GB is hidden. .. The time when the reserved image GB displayed in the area R0 is hidden can be changed as appropriate.

When the start winning designation command is received, the sub CPU 121 of the present embodiment starts displaying the hold image GB. Further, the sub CPU 121 determines whether or not to execute the hold change effect in the hold image GB by referring to the start prize designation command. Specifically, the variation pattern of the special symbol includes a variation pattern that executes the hold change effect. When the variation pattern (winning information) specified from the start winning designation command is a variation pattern for executing the hold change effect, the sub CPU 121 determines the execution of the hold change effect. When the result of the pre-judgment specified from the start prize designation command is a big hit, the hold change effect is more likely to be executed than when the result of the pre-judgment is lost.

When the execution of the hold change effect is decided, the mode (for example, color) of the hold image GB changes to a predetermined mode. For example, FIG. 29 (a) described above assumes a specific example in which the reserved image GB of the region R12 is displayed in a special mode and the reserved image GB of another region R is displayed in a normal mode.

Specifically, the hold image GB is displayed in a normal mode (for example, white) when the hold change effect is not executed. On the other hand, when the execution of the hold change effect is decided, the hold image GB changes to a special mode (for example, blue) at any time of the display period of the hold image GB. The time when the reserved image GB changes to a special mode is the time when the reserved image GB is moved (shifted), the middle of the game before the reserved image GB moves to the area R0, and the reserved image GB. It is conceivable that the game is in the middle of the game after moving to the area R0.

In the hold change effect, the hold image GB changes to any one of a plurality of special modes (red, gold, rainbow color in addition to blue). In addition, the mode of the reserved image GB may change a plurality of times (stepwise) during the display period of the reserved image GB. For example, when the sub CPU 121 decides to execute the hold change effect, the final special mode and the time (scenario) at which the mode of the hold image GB changes are determined in advance. Specifically, the final special mode and the time when the mode of the held image GB changes are determined according to the result of the preliminary determination specified from the start winning prize designation command and the number of holds. However, as will be described in detail later, a limited period may be provided in this embodiment. During the above limited period, the pending change effect is not determined (restricted).

FIG. 30A is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the restriction period. As described above, during the limited period, the pending change effect is not determined even if the starting prize is won. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 30A, the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "800" from the start of the game (at the start of the special symbol change) in which the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "797". The time limit is until the end of the game (when the special symbol change stops). That is, the limited period is from the start of the game four times before the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state to the start of the second time-saving game state. As described above, the maximum number of first hold numbers is four. Therefore, the above restriction period is paraphrased as a period during which the determination information held in the first special symbol reservation storage area can be acquired until the second time-saving game state among the low-probability non-time-saving game states.

Suppose that when the determination information held in the first special symbol hold storage area until the second time-saving game state is acquired in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the hold change effect can be determined in inverse proportion. In the above inverse proportion, the player may be able to grasp that the determination information determined to be a big hit is stored in the first special symbol reservation storage area at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state. Therefore, in the above inverse proportion, the jackpot game is played while grasping that the right to execute the jackpot game is retained by maintaining the second hold number to the numerical value "1" or more in the second time saving game state. You can play without intentionally generating it. In the above inverse proportion, the inconvenience that the gambling of the player is remarkably agitated may occur.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, among the low-probability non-time-saving game states, a configuration is adopted in which the hold change effect is not determined during the limited period in which the determination information held until the second time-saving game state can be acquired. bottom. Even in the limited period, the main CPU 111 generates a start prize designation command by the pre-determination process, and the start prize designation command is received on the sub CPU 121 side. Therefore, although the limited period is a period in which the hold change effect can be determined by the sub CPU 121, it can be paraphrased as a period in which the determination of the hold change effect is intentionally restricted. With the above configuration, the player cannot grasp from the hold image GB that the determination information determined to be a big hit is stored in the first special symbol hold storage area at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state. Therefore, the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed.

FIG. 30 (b-1) is a diagram for explaining the probability that the hold change effect is determined. Specifically, FIG. 30 (b-1) shows a pending change when a start prize is won in a period other than the restricted period (hereinafter, may be referred to as “unrestricted period”) in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. The probability that the production will be decided is shown. Further, FIG. 30 (b-1) shows the probability that the hold change effect is executed for each result of the preliminary determination at the time of starting winning.

In the non-restricted period of the present embodiment, the pending change effect is more likely to be determined when the result of the preliminary determination is the third time reduction as compared with the case where the result of the preliminary determination is lost. Specifically, when the result of the preliminary determination is the third time reduction, the pending change effect is determined with a probability of about 20%. In addition, if the result of the preliminary determination is a loss, the pending change effect is determined with a probability of about 5%. However, if the result of the pre-determination is the third time reduction, the hold change effect is always determined, and if the result of the pre-determination is lost, the hold change effect may not be determined.

In the non-restricted period of the present embodiment, the pending change effect is more likely to be determined when the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit, as compared with the case where the result of the preliminary determination is the third time reduction. Specifically, when the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit, the pending change effect is determined with a probability of about 50%. However, if the result of the pre-determination is a big hit, the hold change effect is always determined, and if the result of the pre-determination is the third time reduction, the hold change effect may not be determined. If the result of the preliminary determination is a small hit, the pending change effect is determined with a probability of about 10%.

By the way, as described above, the main control board 110 transmits a cumulative number command capable of specifying the cumulative number m to the effect control board 120. From the above cumulative number of times command, the sub CPU 121 can specify the number of games until the second time saving game state is activated. For example, it is assumed that the number of games until the second time-saving game state is activated is "X times". Further, it is assumed that the number of reservations is X or more. In the above case, the sub CPU 121 can grasp that the big hit is not won in the X games by analyzing the start winning designation command. With the above configuration, the sub CPU 121 can grasp in advance from the cumulative number of times command and the start winning award designation command that the second time saving game state is activated in the game after X times.

Therefore, the reserved image GB displayed in the area R0 in the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state may be configured to be able to change to a special mode different from the normal mode and the special mode. As the reserved image GB of the special aspect, for example, a reserved image GB that displays the message "Start second time reduction?" Can be considered. However, in the above configuration, when the hold change effect is determined to suggest that the game shifts to the second time saving game state, depending on the player, the hold change effect indicates that the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit. May cause inconvenience to misidentify as suggesting.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, the hold change effect for notifying the transition to the second time saving game state is not executed. Specifically, the hold change effect does not include the effect of changing the hold image GB in the above-mentioned special aspect. According to the above configuration, there is an advantage that the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed.

FIG. 30 (b-2) is a diagram for explaining the probability that the hold change effect is determined in the limited period. As shown in FIG. 30 (b-2), in the limited period, the pending change effect is not determined regardless of the result of the preliminary determination. However, in the limited period, the pending change effect may be determined with a lower probability than the non-restricted period. Further, the pending change effect may be determined only when the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit in the limited period. Further, the pending change effect may be determined only when the result of the preliminary determination is other than the loss in the limited period.

FIG. 30C is a simulated screen of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 during the limited period. During the limited period, various images described with reference to FIG. 29A described above are displayed. Further, during the limited period, the emphasized image GZ is displayed as shown in FIG. 30 (c). The emphasized image GZ is an image for emphasizing the number of remaining games until the transition to the second time-saving game state.

The above-mentioned emphasized image GZ is displayed, for example, in the vicinity of substantially the center of the screen of the image display device 31. Further, the emphasized image GZ is displayed immediately after the game is started, and is hidden after a predetermined time has elapsed. Specifically, the display time of the emphasized image GZ is shorter than the variation pattern having the shortest variation time among the variation patterns that can be determined in the limited period. With the above configuration, the inconvenience that the emphasized image GZ displayed in the current game is displayed when the next game is started is suppressed.

Specifically, in the game three times before the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state (the game in which the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "797"), the emphasized image GZ that displays the message "three more times" is displayed. Is displayed. Similarly, in the game two times before the game that shifts to the second time saving game state (the game in which the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "798"), the emphasized image GZ that displays the message "two more times" is displayed. , In the game one time before the game that shifts to the second time saving game state (the game in which the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "799"), the emphasized image GZ that displays the message "one more time" is displayed, and the second In a game (a game in which the cumulative number of times m is added to the numerical value "800") that shifts to the two-time reduction game state, a highlighted image GZ that displays the message "LAST" is displayed.

However, the game in which the emphasized image GZ is displayed is not limited to the above example. Specifically, the emphasized image GZ may be displayed from the game before the restriction period starts. For example, the emphasized image GZ may be displayed from the game five times before the game that shifts to the second time saving game state. Further, the emphasized image GZ may be displayed from the game after the restriction period is started. For example, the emphasized image GZ may be displayed only in the game that shifts to the second time saving game state. Further, the emphasized image GZ of the present embodiment is configured to display words that are expected to shift to the second time-saving game state, such as "until the start of the second time-saving game state, three more times". May be good.

According to the above-mentioned emphasized image GZ, there is an advantage that it becomes easy for the player to grasp that the transition to the second time-saving gaming state is performed. In a configuration in which the hold change effect is executed during the period in which the emphasized image GZ is displayed, it is assumed that the player pays attention to the hold change effect and the emphasized image GZ is not paid attention to. In the configuration of the present embodiment, a limited period is provided immediately before the transition to the second time-saving game state, and the hold change effect is not executed during the period when the emphasized image GZ is displayed. Therefore, the effect that the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed and the player can easily grasp that the game shifts to the second time-saving game state is particularly remarkable. It should be noted that the effect of making it easier for the player to understand the transition to the second time-saving gaming state is guaranteed at a minimum just by preventing the hold change effect from being executed during the limited period, so it is emphasized during the limited period. Instead of displaying the image GZ, the game count image GE displayed from before the time limit may be continuously displayed.

31 (a-1) to 31 (a-4), and 31 (b-1) to 31 (b-4) show the period during which the normal symbol display device 22 fluctuates the normal symbol, and It is a figure for demonstrating the relationship with the period in which the opening / closing door 14b is operated (the second start opening 14 is opened). In addition to the period in which the normal symbol fluctuates and the period in which the opening / closing door 14b operates, each of the above figures shows the gaming state at each time point. In addition, each of the above figures shows the number of holdings at each time point.

As described above, in the non-time saving game state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is about 10 seconds. Further, in the time-saving game state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is about 1 second. Hereinafter, for the sake of explanation, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol in the non-time saving game state may be described as "variation time Ha". In addition, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol in the time-saving game state may be described as "variation time Hb". As described above, the fluctuation time Hb of the normal symbol in each time-saving game state (first to third time-saving game states) is common.

Further, in the non-time saving game state, the total opening time of the opening / closing door 14b when the open symbol (long open symbol, short open symbol) is stopped and displayed is about 4.2 seconds or about 0.2 seconds. Hereinafter, for the sake of explanation, the operation mode (total opening time, number of times of opening) of the opening / closing door 14b when the opening symbol is stopped and displayed in the non-time saving game state may be collectively referred to as "operating mode Da". Similarly, in the time-saving game state, the total opening time of the opening / closing door 14b when the opening symbol is stopped and displayed is about 5 seconds or about 3 seconds. Hereinafter, for the sake of explanation, the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b when the open symbol is stopped and displayed in the time-saving game state may be collectively referred to as “operation mode Db”. As described above, the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b in each time saving game state is common.

FIG. 31 (a-1) is a diagram for explaining a specific example in which the lost symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (a-1) assumes a case where the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is stopped. In the above case, the normal symbol fluctuates over the fluctuation time Ha. Further, FIG. 31 (a-1) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

In the above specific example of FIG. 31 (a-1), the normal symbol is stopped and displayed from the time ta1 when the normal symbol is stopped to the time ta2 when the wait period (about 0.5 seconds) elapses. Further, the normal symbol memory determination process (see FIG. 20B) for starting the next variation display of the normal symbol is executed immediately after the time point ta2. When the normal symbol storage determination process is executed, the number of holds is subtracted, and a new variable display of the normal symbol is started. In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-1), the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. Therefore, the fluctuation time Ha is determined in the normal symbol memory determination process executed immediately after the time point ta2.

FIG. 31 (a-2) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the lost symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (a-2) assumes a case where the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is stopped, as in FIG. 31 (a-1) described above. .. In the above case, the normal symbol fluctuates over the fluctuation time Ha. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-2), it is assumed that the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped. Further, it is assumed that the wait period in which the normal symbol is stopped and displayed ends at the time point ta2. In the above configuration, immediately after the time point ta2, the normal symbol memory determination process for starting a new game is executed.

The specific example of FIG. 31 (a-2) is different from the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-1) described above in that it shifts from the low-probability non-time-saving game state to the low-probability time-saving game state at the time point tx. Specifically, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n, the state shifts to the second time-saving game state. Further, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display device, the state shifts to the third time-saving game state. The specific example of FIG. 31 (a-2) assumes a case where the transition trigger of the second time-saving game state or the third time-saving game state is established at the time point tx.

As shown in FIG. 31 (a-2), the time point tx is before the time point (immediately after the time point ta2) when the new normal symbol memory determination process is executed. Specifically, the time point tx is a time point in the middle of the variable display of the normal symbol that stops at the time point ta.

In the present embodiment, even if the game shifts to the time-saving game state in the middle of the variation display of the normal symbol started in the non-time-saving game state, the variation display is continued until the fluctuation time Ha is reached. That is, the fluctuation time Ha determined at the start of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is not changed even if the game shifts to the time-saving gaming state in the middle of the fluctuation display. For example, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-2), even if the game shifts to the time-saving gaming state in the middle of the variation display of the normal symbol stopped at the time point ta1, the variation display is continued until the variation time Ha is reached. In the above configuration, since the already determined fluctuation time Ha is not changed unnecessarily, the inconvenience that the fairness of the game is impaired is suppressed.

Further, in the present embodiment, the normal symbols (long open symbol, short open symbol, lost symbol) determined at the start of the fluctuation are not changed even if the gaming state changes during the variation display. In the above configuration, since the already determined ordinary symbol is not changed unnecessarily, the inconvenience that the fairness of the game is impaired is suppressed.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-2), in the normal symbol memory determination process immediately after the time point ta2, the hit determination random number value acquired in the non-time saving game state is determined. However, the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a time-saving gaming state. Therefore, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the normal symbol lottery (hit determination process) is executed with the winning probability in the time-saving game state. Further, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the fluctuation time Hb of the time-saving game state is determined as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, and the operation mode Db of the time-saving game state is determined as the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b.

FIG. 31 (a-3) is a diagram for explaining a specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (a-3) is a variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state, similarly to FIGS. 31 (a-1) and 31 (a-2) described above. Is stopped. In the above case, the normal symbol fluctuates over the fluctuation time Ha. Further, FIG. 31 (a-3) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-3), it is assumed that the open symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point ta1 and the opening / closing door 14b is changed to the operating state. In addition, in FIG. 31 (a-3), the time point when the open symbol is stopped and the time point when the opening / closing door 14b is in the operating state are shown to substantially coincide with each other. However, in reality, the opening / closing door 14b is put into operation after the waiting period ends after the open symbol is stopped. That is, the time when the opening / closing door 14b is in the operating state is after the time point ta1. The same applies to FIGS. 31 (a-4), 31 (b-3) and 31 (b-4) described later. However, the configuration may be such that the time when the open symbol is stopped ta1 and the time when the opening / closing door 14b is in the operating state substantially coincide with each other.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-3), the operation mode Da is determined at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol. Further, it is assumed that the operation of the opening / closing door 14b is completed at the time point ta2. In the above case, the normal symbol memory determination process is executed immediately after the time point ta2, and a new variation display of the normal symbol can be started. In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-3), the gaming state at the time point ta2 is the non-time saving gaming state. Therefore, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the fluctuation time Ha is determined as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol.

FIG. 31 (a-4) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (a-4) assumes a case where the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is stopped, as in the case of FIG. 31 (a-3) described above. In the above case, the normal symbol fluctuates over the fluctuation time Ha. Further, FIG. 31 (a-4) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

However, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-4), at the time point tx before the time when the normal symbol memory determination process is newly executed (immediately after the time point ta2), the low-probability non-time-saving game state is changed to the low-probability time-saving game. It differs from the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-3) described above in that it shifts to the state. Specifically, FIG. 31 (a-4) assumes a case where the opening / closing door 14b shifts from the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state to the low-probability time-saving gaming state during the operating state.

In the present embodiment, even if the opening / closing door 14b shifts to the time-saving gaming state in the middle of the operation of the opening / closing door 14b started in the non-time-saving gaming state, the operation of the opening / closing door 14b is continued in the already determined operation mode. That is, the operation mode Da of the non-time-saving gaming state determined at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol is not changed even if the operation mode Da of the non-time-saving gaming state shifts to the time-saving gaming state during the operation of the opening / closing door 14b. In the above configuration, since the already determined operating mode of the opening / closing door is not changed unnecessarily, the inconvenience that the fairness of the game is impaired is suppressed.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (a-4), in the normal symbol memory determination process immediately after the time point ta2, the hit determination random number value acquired in the non-time saving game state is determined. However, the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a time-saving gaming state. Therefore, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the normal symbol lottery (hit determination process) is executed with the winning probability in the time-saving game state. Further, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the fluctuation time Hb is determined as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, and the operation mode Db is determined as the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b.

FIG. 31 (b-1) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the lost symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (b-1) shows a case where the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability time-saving game state (including the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state) stops at the time point ta1. Is assumed. As described above, the normal symbol fluctuates over the fluctuation time Hb in the time-saving game state. Further, FIG. 31 (b-1) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

In the above specific example of FIG. 31 (b-1), the normal symbol is stopped and displayed from the time ta1 when the normal symbol is stopped to the time ta2 when the wait period (about 0.5 seconds) elapses. In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-1), the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a low-probability time-saving gaming state. Therefore, the fluctuation time Hb is determined in the normal symbol memory determination process executed immediately after the time point ta2.

FIG. 31 (b-2) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the lost symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, FIG. 31 (b-2) assumes a case where the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability time-saving game state stops at the time point ta1, as in FIG. 31 (b-1) described above. do. Further, FIG. 31 (b-2) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

However, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-2), from the low-probability time-saving gaming state at the time point tx before the time when the normal symbol memory determination process is newly executed (immediately after the time point ta2 when the wait period ends). It differs from the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-1) described above in that it shifts to a low-probability non-time-saving gaming state. Specifically, the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-2) assumes a case where the low-probability time-saving game state is changed to the low-probability non-time-saving game state at the time point tx during the variable display of the normal symbol. In the above case, for example, the remaining number of times M (2, 3) in the second time-saving game state or the third time-saving game state may be subtracted to the numerical value "0" at the time point tx.

In the present embodiment, even if the game shifts to the non-time-saving game state in the middle of the variation display of the normal symbol started in the time-saving game state, the variation display is continued until the variation time Hb is reached. That is, the fluctuation time Hb of the time-saving gaming state determined at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol is not changed even if the transition to the non-time-saving gaming state is performed in the middle of the variation display. For example, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-2), even if the game shifts to the non-time saving gaming state in the middle of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol stopped at the time point ta1, the fluctuation display is continued until the fluctuation time Hb is reached. .. In the above configuration, since the already determined fluctuation time of the normal symbol is not changed unnecessarily, the inconvenience that the fairness of the game is impaired is suppressed.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-2), in the normal symbol memory determination process immediately after the time point ta2, the hit determination random number value acquired in the time-saving game state is determined. However, the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a non-time saving gaming state. Therefore, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the general symbol lottery is executed with the winning probability of the non-time saving game state. Further, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the fluctuation time Ha is determined as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, and the operation mode Da is determined as the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b.

FIG. 31 (b-3) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. Specifically, in FIG. 31 (b-3), similarly to the above-mentioned FIGS. 31 (b-1) and 31 (b-2), the variation display of the normal symbol started in the low-probability time-saving gaming state is displayed. It is assumed that the device stops at the time point ta1. Further, FIG. 31 (b-3) assumes a case where the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value "1" before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-3), it is assumed that the open symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point ta1 and the opening / closing door 14b is changed to the operation. As described above, in the time-saving game state, the operation mode Db is determined as the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b. In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-3), it is assumed that the operating state of the opening / closing door 14b ends at the time point ta2. In the above case, the normal symbol memory determination process for starting a new variation display is executed immediately after the time point ta2. In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-3), the gaming state at the time point ta2 is the time-saving gaming state. Therefore, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol determined by the normal symbol memory determination process immediately after the time point ta2 is the fluctuation time Hb.

FIG. 31 (b-4) is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. In FIG. 31 (b-4), similarly to FIG. 31 (b-3) described above, the number of pending drawing lottery is added to the numerical value “1” before the time ta1 when the fluctuation display is stopped, and the opening / closing door 14b It is assumed that the operation of is completed at the time point ta2. However, in the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-4), at the time point tx before the time when the normal symbol memory determination process is executed (immediately after the time point ta2), the low-probability time-saving game state is changed to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. It differs from the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-3) described above in that it shifts. Specifically, FIG. 31 (b-4) assumes a case where the opening / closing door 14b shifts from the low-probability time-saving gaming state to the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state during the operating state.

In the present embodiment, even if the opening / closing door 14b starts operating in the time-saving gaming state and shifts to the non-time-saving gaming state, the opening / closing door 14b continues to operate in the already determined operation mode. That is, the operation mode Db of the time-saving gaming state determined at the start of the fluctuation of the normal symbol is not changed even if the operation mode Db shifts to the non-time-saving gaming state in the middle of the operation of the opening / closing door 14b. In the above configuration, since the already determined operating mode of the opening / closing door is not changed unnecessarily, the inconvenience that the fairness of the game is impaired is suppressed.

In the specific example of FIG. 31 (b-4), in the normal symbol memory determination process immediately after the time point ta2, the hit determination random number value acquired in the time-saving game state is determined. However, the gaming state at the time point ta2 is a non-time saving gaming state. Therefore, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the general symbol lottery is executed with the winning probability of the non-time saving game state. Further, in the normal symbol memory determination process, the fluctuation time Ha is determined as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, and the operation mode Da is determined as the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b.

32 (a) and 32 (b) are other views for explaining the relationship between the period in which the ordinary symbol display device 22 changes the ordinary symbol and the period in which the opening / closing door 14b operates. In addition to the period in which the normal symbol fluctuates and the period in which the opening / closing door 14b operates, each of the above figures shows the gaming state at each time point (similar to FIG. 31 above).

FIG. 32A is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. In the specific example of FIG. 32 (a), it is assumed that the low-probability non-time-saving game state is changed to the time-saving game state at the time point tx, and then the open symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point ta. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 32A, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled by the operating mode Db immediately after the time point ta. That is, even if the variable display of the normal symbol display device 22 is started in the non-time saving game state, if the opening symbol shifts to the time saving game state when the open symbol is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled by the operation mode Db. NS.

FIG. 32B is a diagram for explaining another specific example in which the open symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. In the specific example of FIG. 32 (b), it is assumed that the time-saving game state is changed to the low-probability non-time-saving game state at the time point tx, and then the open symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point ta. In the above case, as shown in FIG. 32B, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled in the operating mode Da immediately after the time point ta. That is, even if the variable display of the normal symbol display device 22 is started in the short-time game state, if the open symbol is in the non-short-time game state when the open symbol is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled by the operation mode Da. NS.

FIG. 33A is a diagram for explaining a specific example when the second time saving game state ends. As described above, the second time-saving game state ends when the game is executed 1000 times. In addition, if the jackpot game is won, the second time-saving game state may end before the number of games reaches 1000 times. FIG. 33A shows a specific example in which the second time-saving game state ends when the jackpot game is won.

FIG. 33A shows the period during which the second time-saving game state is activated and the remaining number of times M2 of the second time-saving game state at each time point. Further, FIG. 33A shows the period during which the first time-saving game state is activated and the remaining number of times M1 of the first time-saving game state. Further, FIG. 33A shows a period of the jackpot game (including an opening period and an ending period).

In the specific example of FIG. 33A, it is assumed that the big hit game starts at the time point tb1 in the second time saving game state. Further, the remaining number of times M2 immediately before the time point tb1 is a numerical value "800". In the above case, the above-mentioned jackpot initialization process is executed at the time point tb1. Therefore, the remaining number of times M2 is cleared to the numerical value "0", and the second time saving game state ends.

In the specific example of FIG. 33 (a), it is assumed that the jackpot game ends at the time point tb2. In the above case, at the time point tb2, the initial value "100" is set for the remaining number of times M1 of the first time-saving game state, and the first time-saving game state is started. Further, when the big hit game is completed, the second time saving game state is not restarted.

FIG. 33B is a diagram for explaining a specific example when the third time saving game state ends. As described above, when the game is executed 100 times or 1000 times, the third time-saving game state ends. In addition, the third time-saving game state may end when the jackpot game is won. FIG. 33B shows a specific example in which the third time-saving game state ends when the jackpot game is won.

FIG. 33B shows the period during which the third time-saving game state is activated and the remaining number of times M3 of the third time-saving game state at each time point. Further, FIG. 33B shows the period during which the first time-saving game state is activated and the remaining number of times M1 of the first time-saving game state. Further, FIG. 33 (b) shows the period of the jackpot game (including the opening period and the ending period). ..

In the specific example of FIG. 33 (b), it is assumed that the big hit game starts at the time point ct1 in the third time-saving game state. Further, the remaining number of times M3 immediately before the time point tc1 is a numerical value "10". In the above case, the above-mentioned jackpot initialization process is executed at the time point ct1. Therefore, the remaining number of times M3 is cleared to the numerical value "0", and the third time saving game state ends.

In the specific example of FIG. 33 (b), it is assumed that the jackpot game ends at the time point tk2. In the above case, at the time point ct2, the initial value "100" is set for the remaining number of times M1 of the first time-saving game state, and the first time-saving game state is started. Further, when the big hit game is completed, the third time saving game state is not restarted.

By the way, the first time-saving game state ends with 100 games. Further, when the low-probability gaming state continues for 800 games, the second time-saving gaming state is started. In the above configuration, since the first time-saving game state ends before the second time-shortening game state starts, there is no period during which the first time-saving game state and the second time-saving game state are operated in an overlapping manner. However, the configuration may be such that a period in which the first time-saving game state and the second time-saving game state are operated in an overlapping manner may occur. For example, it is conceivable that a value larger than "800 times" can be set as the initial value of the remaining number of times M1 in the first time-saving game state. In the above configuration, in the low-probability gaming state after the first time-saving gaming state reaches 800 times, the first time-saving gaming state and the second time-saving gaming state are operated in an overlapping manner.

Further, in the time-saving game state including the first time-saving game state, even if the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed, the state does not shift to the third time-saving game state. In the above configuration, there is no period during which the first time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated in an overlapping manner. However, the configuration may be such that a period in which the first time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated in an overlapping manner may occur. For example, when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the first time-saving game state, it is conceivable that the first time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated in duplicate in the subsequent period. As will be described in detail below, in the present embodiment, the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state can be operated in an overlapping manner.

FIG. 33 (c) is a diagram for explaining a specific example in the case where the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated in an overlapping manner. FIG. 33 (c) shows a period during which the second time-saving gaming state is activated and a period during which the third time-saving gaming state is activated. Further, FIG. 33C shows the remaining number of times M2 in the second time-shortened gaming state, the remaining number of times M3 in the third time-shortened gaming state, and the cumulative number of times m at each time point. In the specific example of FIG. 33 (c), it is assumed that the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations "800" at the time point td1 in the third time-saving game state. In the above case, the second time saving game state is activated from the time point td1. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 33 (c), it is assumed that the remaining number of times M3 of the third time-saving game state is a numerical value "X" (however, 0 <X <1000) immediately after the start of the second time-saving game state. do.

As shown in FIG. 33 (c), in the period after the time point td1, both the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated. Further, in the period in which both the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state are operated, the numerical value "1" is subtracted from each of the remaining number of times M2 and the remaining number of times M3 in each game. In the specific example of FIG. 33C, it is assumed that the remaining number of times M3 is subtracted from the numerical value “0” at the time point td2. In the above case, the third time saving game state ends at the time point td2.

In the specific example of FIG. 33 (c), the remaining number of times M2 (1000-X) at the time point td2 is the numerical value "1" or more. In the above specific example, at the time point td2, the third time-saving game state ends, while the second time-saving game state continues. In the specific example of FIG. 33 (c), at the time point td3 after the time point td2, the remaining number of times M2 is subtracted to the numerical value "0", and the second time saving game state ends.

In the above embodiment, when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n, the second time-saving game state is activated even in the third time-saving game state. Therefore, depending on the gaming state in which the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n, the inconvenience that the player becomes excessively disadvantageous is suppressed as compared with the configuration in which the second time-saving gaming state does not operate. Further, in the present embodiment, during the period in which the two time-saving game states (the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state) are operated in an overlapping manner, the remaining number of times of both time-saving game states is subtracted. Therefore, for example, in a period in which two time-saving game states are operated in an overlapping manner, the subtraction of the remaining number of games in one time-saving game state is stopped, and after the other time-saving game state is completed, the one time-saving game state is changed. Compared with the configuration of restarting, there is an advantage that the inconvenience of excessively prolonging the time-saving gaming state is suppressed.

Further, as described above, in the present embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the time when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (the time of the wait period), and the operation mode of the opening / closing door 14b when the normal symbol is won in the lottery are different. It is common in the time-saving game state. That is, the opening mode of the opening / closing door 14b is common in each time saving game state.

It is assumed that the opening mode of the opening / closing door 14b is different in each time-saving game state. In the above inverse proportion, when the time-saving game states overlap, it becomes a problem which mode of opening the time-saving game state should be prioritized. According to this embodiment, the above problems are suppressed.

Further, in the above inverse proportion, when one of the time-saving game states ends and the other time-saving game state continues after the time-saving game states overlap, a configuration is adopted in which the opening mode of the opening / closing door 14b changes. Is assumed. For example, in the above inverse proportion, it is assumed that the time-saving gaming state A (opening mode is opening mode KA) and the time-saving gaming state B (opening mode is opening mode KB) overlap. Further, in the above case, during the period in which the time-saving game state A and the time-saving game state B overlap, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled by the opening mode KA of the time-saving game state A. Further, it is assumed that after the time-saving game state A and the time-saving game state B overlap, the time-saving game state A ends and the time-saving game state B continues. In the above case, the opening mode of the opening / closing door 14b changes from the opening mode KA to the opening mode KB.

In the above inverse proportion, the opening mode changes even though the time-saving gaming state continues, so that some players may feel uncomfortable. According to this embodiment, the above inconvenience is suppressed. In the above-mentioned inverse proportion, when the time-saving game state A and the time-saving game state B overlap, the time-saving game state A ends and the time-saving game state B continues, the opening / closing door 14b is opened in the subsequent time-saving game state B. The configuration may be controlled by the opening mode KA. With the above configuration, the opening mode does not change when the time-saving game state A ends, so that the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed.

34 (a) to 34 (c) are diagrams for explaining aspects (lighting and extinguishing) of the right-handed lamp 28 before and after the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state. As described above, the right-handed lamp 28 lights up in the time-saving game state, and turns off when the time-saving game state ends and shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. Further, various external information signals are output from the gaming machine 1 to an external device (for example, a hall computer). The various external information signals described above include advantageous period signals.

The advantageous period signal changes to the ON state at the start of the jackpot game (at the start of the opening period), at the start of the second time-shortening game state, and at the start of the third time-saving game state, and then changes to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. It is maintained in the ON state until the transition. In other words, the above advantageous period signal is turned on in a game state (big hit game, low-probability time-saving game state, high-probability time-saving game state) in which it is advantageous to play right-handed rather than left-handed.

34 (a) to 34 (c) show the states (ON, OFF) of the advantageous period signal at each time point. Further, FIGS. 34 (a) to 34 (c) show the cumulative number of times m at each time point. When the small hit game is executed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the advantageous period signal may be maintained in the OFF state or temporarily turned ON.

FIG. 34A is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the aspect of the right-handed lamp 28 before and after the second time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 34 (a), it is assumed that the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations "800" at the time point te1 and the game shifts to the second time-saving game state. As shown in FIG. 34 (a), in the low-probability non-time-saving game state before shifting to the second time-saving game state, the advantageous period signal is in the OFF state, and the right-handed lamp 28 is turned off.

In the specific example of FIG. 34A, the right-handed lamp 28 starts lighting at time point te1. That is, the right-handed lamp 28 starts lighting at substantially the same time as the start of the second time-saving game state. Specifically, in the present embodiment, the cumulative number of times m is determined when the special symbol is stopped (processing when the special symbol is stopped), and immediately after that, the second time saving flag is changed to the ON state. The main CPU 111 keeps the right-handed lamp 28 off until the second time saving flag is turned on (until the special symbol stops), and immediately after turning on the second time saving flag (almost at the same time), it is right. The striking lamp 28 is turned on. Further, the main CPU 111 maintains the advantageous period signal in the OFF state until the second time saving flag is turned ON, and changes the advantageous period signal to the ON state immediately after turning the second time saving flag in the ON state. The main CPU 111 of the present embodiment lights the right-handed lamp 28 and turns on the advantageous period signal even if the number of reserved special symbols is 0 at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state.

In the specific example of FIG. 34 (a), it is assumed that the game is executed 1000 times and the second time-saving game state ends at the time point te2. In the above case, the low-probability non-time saving game state is started from the time point te2. The above time point te2 is a time point when the special symbol is stopped in the 1000th game in the second time saving game state. As shown in FIG. 34 (a), the right-handed lamp 28 lights up until the special symbol stops in the 1000th game in the second time-shortening game state, and then turns off. Further, the advantageous period signal is maintained in the ON state until the special symbol is stopped in the 1000th game in the second time-shortening game state, and then changes to the OFF state.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the third time reduction transition determination process is executed before the time reduction end determination process (see FIG. 18 described above). In the above configuration, it is assumed that the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game in the second time saving game state. In the above case, at the time when the third time reduction shift determination process is executed, the second time reduction game state is set (the second time reduction flag is ON state). Further, in the third time saving transition determination process, the transition to the third time saving gaming state is not performed except in the low probability non-time saving state. Therefore, even if the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game of the second time saving game state, the game does not shift to the third time saving game state (the time saving symbol becomes invalid).

As can be understood from the above description, in the present embodiment, even if the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game of the second time saving game state, the game does not shift to the third time saving game state (low probability non-time saving game state). The right-handed lamp 28 is turned off, and the advantageous period signal is turned off. However, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the third time reduction transition determination process may be executed after the time reduction end determination process. In the above configuration, when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game of the second time saving game state, the process shifts to the third time saving game state. The main CPU 111 of the present embodiment turns off the right-handed lamp 28 and turns off the advantageous period signal even if the number of reserved special symbols is 0 at the end of the second time-saving game state.

FIG. 34B is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the aspect of the right-handed lamp 28 before and after the third time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 34 (b), it is assumed that the time saving symbol stops at the time point tf1 and shifts to the third time saving game state. As shown in FIG. 34 (c), in the low-probability non-time-saving game state before shifting to the third time-saving game state, the advantageous period signal is in the OFF state, and the right-handed lamp 28 is turned off.

In the specific example of FIG. 34 (b) above, the right-handed lamp 28 lights up at the time point tf1. That is, the right-handed lamp 28 lights up substantially at the same time as the start of the third time-saving game state. Specifically, in the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the time saving symbol is stopped when the special symbol is stopped (processing when the special symbol is stopped), and immediately after that, the third time saving flag is changed to the ON state. The main CPU 111 keeps the right-handed lamp 28 off until the third time saving flag is turned on (until the special symbol stops), and immediately after turning on the third time saving flag (almost at the same time), it is right. The striking lamp 28 is turned on. Further, the main CPU 111 maintains the advantageous period signal in the OFF state until the third time saving flag is turned ON, and changes the advantageous period signal to the ON state immediately after turning the third time saving flag in the ON state. The main CPU 111 turns on the right-handed lamp 28 and turns on the advantageous period signal even if the number of holdings of the special symbol is 0 at the time of shifting to the third time saving game state.

In the specific example of FIG. 34 (b), it is assumed that the special symbol J1 among the time-saving symbols is stopped and displayed at the time point tf1. In the above case, the initial value of the remaining number of times M3 in the third time saving game state is "100 times". Further, in the specific example of FIG. 34 (b), it is assumed that the game is executed 100 times and the third time-saving game state ends at the time point tf2. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 34 (b), when the cumulative number of times m is not the numerical value "1000" at the time tf2 when the 100th game in the third time-saving game state is completed (the transition trigger of the second time-saving game state is (In case of non-establishment) is assumed. In the above case, the low-probability non-time saving game state is started from the time point tf2. The above time point tf2 is a time point when the special symbol (however, the jackpot symbol is excluded) is stopped in the 100th game in the third time saving game state.

In the specific example of FIG. 34 (b) described above, the right-handed lamp 28 is turned on until the special symbol is stopped in the 100th game in the third time-saving game state, and then turned off. Further, the advantageous period signal is maintained in the ON state until the special symbol is stopped in the 100th game in the third time-shortening game state, and then changes to the OFF state.

In the present embodiment, similarly to the case where the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game in the second time saving game state, when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the last game in the third time saving game state, the third time saving game The right-handed lamp 28 is turned off and the advantageous period signal is turned off without shifting to the state (shifting to the low-probability non-time-saving game state). The main CPU 111 turns off the right-handed lamp 28 and turns off the advantageous period signal even if the number of reserved special symbols is 0 at the end of the third time-saving game state.

FIG. 34 (c) is a diagram for explaining another specific example of the aspect of the right-handed lamp 28 before and after the third time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 34 (c), it is assumed that the special symbol J1 (time saving symbol) is stopped at the time point tg1 and the game shifts to the third time saving gaming state, as in the case of FIG. 34 (b) described above. However, in the specific example of FIG. 34 (b) described above, it is assumed that the transition trigger of the second time-saving game state is not established at the time tf2 when the third time-saving game state ends. In a specific example, it is assumed that the transition opportunity of the second time saving game state is established.

Specifically, in the specific example of FIG. 34 (c), the cumulative number of times m is added to the numerical value "1000" at the time point tg2 which is the end time point of the final game in the third time-shortened game state. In the above specific example, the second time saving flag changes to the ON state in the second time saving transition determination process immediately before the third time saving flag changes to the OFF state in the time saving end determination process. Further, in the time saving end determination processing immediately after the second time saving transition determination processing, the third time saving flag changes to the OFF state. In the above case, before and after the time point tg, the period in which both the second time saving flag and the third time saving flag are OFF does not occur. Therefore, before and after the time point tg2, the right-handed lamp 28 is maintained in a lit state, and the external information signal is maintained in an ON state.

It should be noted that the advantageous period signal may be temporarily changed to the OFF state immediately after the time point tg2. With the above configuration, even when the second time-saving game state starts at the end of the third time-saving game state, it is possible to grasp from the advantageous period signal that the third time-saving game state has ended. Further, when the third time-saving game state ends and the second time-saving game state starts, it may be configured to notify that right-handed striking should be continued. With the above configuration, it is substantially notified that the third time-saving game state has ended and that the second time-saving game state has started. Further, when the third time-saving game state ends in the middle of the second time-saving game state, the right-handed striking should be continued.

35 (a-1) to 35 (a-3) are diagrams for explaining each image displayed when the time saving game state is started. 35 (a-1) to 35 (a-3) show the effect executed at each time point, the period during which the effect symbol GA is displayed, and the background image displayed on the image display device 31 at each time point. GH is shown.

In the present embodiment, when the time saving game state is started, the inrush image GT, the prevention image GJ, and the warning image GK, which will be described later, are displayed. The inrush image GT is an image for notifying that the time saving game state is started (see FIGS. 35 (b-1) to 35 (b-3) described later). The prevention image GJ is an image displayed to prevent the player from forgetting to remove the card (membership card, visitor card) inserted into the gaming device (see FIG. 35 (b-1) described later). Further, the warning image GK is an image for warning the game dependence (see FIG. 35 (b-2) described later). 35 (a-1) to 35 (a-3) show the period during which the inrush image GT, the prevention image GJ, and the warning image GK are displayed.

FIG. 35 (a-1) is a diagram for explaining each image displayed when the first time-saving game state is started in the time-saving game state. FIG. 35 (a-1) shows, in addition to each image displayed after shifting to the first time-saving game state, each image displayed in the jackpot game before shifting to the first time-saving game state. As described above, the jackpot game is composed of an "opening period", a "round period" and an "ending period". In the specific example of FIG. 35 (a-1), it is assumed that the ending period of the jackpot game starts at the time point th1 (the round period ends) and the ending period ends at the time point th2.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-1), during the round period of the big hit game, the big hit middle effect is executed. In the jackpot production, for example, a predetermined moving image is displayed. Further, in the big hit middle effect, the big hit middle background image is displayed among the background image GH. The jackpot medium background image is, for example, an image corresponding to the above-mentioned moving image.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-1), the effect symbol GA is not displayed in the jackpot game. Further, in the big hit game, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the reserved number image GD are not displayed. However, in the big hit game, the effect symbol GA may be hidden, while the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the reserved number image GD may be displayed. During the round period after the jackpot game, the inrush image GT, the prevention image GJ, and the warning image GK are not displayed.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-1), during the ending period of the jackpot game (the period from the time point th1 to the time point th2), the time saving rush effect is executed. In the time-saving rush effect, the rush image GT is displayed, and it is notified that the time-saving game state (the first time-saving game state in the specific example of FIG. 35 (a-1)) is entered. In the above time-saving rush effect, the background image GHz at the time of rush is displayed among the background image GH.

Further, the above-mentioned prevention image GJ and warning image GK are displayed during the period in which the time saving rush effect is executed. Specifically, the prevention image GJ is displayed immediately after the time saving rush effect is started. Further, when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the time saving rush effect, the warning image GK is displayed instead of the prevention image GJ. The above warning image GK is hidden after a predetermined time has elapsed.

The period during which the prevention image GJ and the warning image GK are displayed is not limited to the above example. For example, the warning image GK may be displayed during the display period (all or part) of the prevention image GJ. Further, the prevention image GJ and the warning image GK may be displayed immediately after the start of the first time-saving game state, or the prevention image GJ and the warning image GK may be displayed immediately before the end of the first time-saving game state.

When the ending period of the jackpot game ends, the first time-saving game state is started, and the time-saving and medium-time production is executed. As shown in FIG. 35 (a-1), when the first time saving game state is started, the effect symbol GA is displayed. Further, when the first time-saving game state is started, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the hold number image GD are displayed, and the time-saving background image GHy is displayed instead of the background image GHz at the time of entry.

FIG. 35 (a-2) is a diagram for explaining each image displayed when the second time saving game state is started. In FIG. 35 (a-2), in addition to the images displayed after the transition to the second time-saving gaming state, each image displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state before the transition to the second time-saving gaming state is shown. Shown. In the specific example of FIG. 35 (a-2), it is assumed that the game shifts to the second time saving game state at the time point ti1.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-2), in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the normal medium effect is executed. Specifically, in the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state, the loss variation effect in which the loss symbol is stopped and displayed is executed. In the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state, a loss variation effect different from other low-probability non-time-saving game states may be executed. In the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the above-mentioned effect symbol GAx is displayed. Further, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the above-mentioned normal background image GHx is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-2), when the second time-saving game state is started, the above-mentioned time-saving rush effect is executed. When the above time-saving rushing effect is started, the rushing background image GHz is displayed instead of the normal background image GHx, and the rushing image GT is displayed. Further, in the above time-saving rush effect, the effect symbol GAy is displayed. Further, in the above time saving rush effect, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the reserved number image GD are displayed.

In the present embodiment, the time saving rush effect is executed regardless of whether or not the first game in the second time saving game state is executed (whether or not there is a hold number at the time of transition to the second time saving game state). As shown in FIG. 35 (a-2), the time saving rush effect is executed for a predetermined time, and then the time saving medium effect is executed. The time-saving medium effect is an effect according to the variation pattern of the special symbol, and the time-saving background image GHy according to the variation mode of the effect symbol GA is displayed. When the second time saving game state is activated, the prevention image GJ and the warning image GK are not displayed in the time saving rush effect and the time saving medium effect.

In the present embodiment, the special symbol may be displayed in a variable manner and the effect symbol GA may be displayed in a variable manner in the time-saving rush effect when shifting to the second time-saving game state. In consideration of the above circumstances, the time-saving background image GHy of the time-saving medium-time effect may be displayed in the time-saving rush effect. As understood from the above description, the "background image" displayed when shifting to the "second gaming state" of the present invention is a concept including both the background image GHz at the time of entry and the time-saving background image GHy.

FIG. 35 (a-3) is a diagram for explaining each image displayed when the third time saving game state is started. In FIG. 35 (a-3), in addition to the images displayed after the transition to the third time-saving gaming state, each image displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state before the transition to the third time-saving gaming state is shown. Shown. In the specific example of FIG. 35 (a-3), it is assumed that the game shifts to the third time-saving gaming state at the time point tj1.

As shown in FIG. 35 (a-3), in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the normal medium effect is executed. Specifically, in the game of shifting to the third time saving game state, the time saving transition effect in which the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed is executed. As shown in FIG. 35 (a-3), when the third time-saving game state is started, the above-mentioned time-saving rush effect is executed. The above time-saving rush effect is executed, for example, for a predetermined time. When the above time-saving rushing effect is started, the rushing background image GHz is displayed instead of the normal background image GHx, and the rushing image GT is displayed.

In the time saving rush effect when the third time saving game state is started, the effect symbol GAy is displayed. In the above time saving rush effect, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC and the hold number image GD are displayed, and the prevention image GJ and the warning image GK are not displayed. In the present embodiment, the time saving rush effect is executed regardless of whether or not the first game in the third time saving game state is executed (whether or not there is a hold number at the time of transition to the third time saving game state).

By the way, the time saving rush effect when the first time saving game state is started is executed during the ending period of the jackpot game. Therefore, it is less necessary to display the effect symbol GA, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the hold number image GD. On the other hand, the period during which the time-saving rush effect when the second time-saving game state or the third time-saving game state is started is not the ending period of the jackpot game. Therefore, it is highly necessary to display the effect symbol GA, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the hold number image GD.

It is assumed that the prevention image GJ is displayed in addition to the above-mentioned images (effect image GA, etc.) in the time reduction rush effect when the second time reduction game state or the third time reduction game state is started. With the above configuration, the inconvenience that the number of images displayed on the image display device 31 becomes excessive is likely to occur. Further, the above inconvenience may occur even when a configuration in which the warning image GK is displayed is adopted in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state or the third time saving game state is started.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, the prevention image GJ is used in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state is started and the time saving rushing effect when the third time saving game state is started. Adopted a configuration that is not displayed. In addition, the warning image GK is not displayed in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state is started and the time saving rushing effect when the third time saving game state is started. According to the above configuration, the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed.

In the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state is started, or in the time saving rushing effect when the third time saving game state is started, the small symbol Ga is displayed and the display of the effect symbol GA is omitted. It may be configured as such. According to the above configuration, the effect of suppressing the above-mentioned inconvenience is particularly remarkable.

35 (b-1) and 35 (b-2) are simulated views of the screen displayed in the time-saving rush effect when the first time-saving game state is started. Specifically, FIG. 35 (b-1) is a simulated view of a screen on which the prevention image GJ is displayed. Further, FIG. 35 (b-2) is a simulated view of a screen on which the warning image GK is displayed. As shown in FIGS. 35 (b-1) and 35 (b-2), the inrush image GT is displayed on each of the above screens. In addition, a right-handed image Gsy is displayed on each of the above screens. The right-handed image Gsy is displayed on the image display device 31 during the period from the start of the jackpot game to the start of the first time-shortening game state.

FIG. 35 (b-3) is a simulated screen of a screen displayed in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state starts. As shown in FIG. 35 (b-3), the rush image GT is displayed in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state starts. Further, in the above time-saving rush effect, the right-handed image Gsy, the effect symbol GAy, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, and the hold number image GD are displayed. In the specific example of FIG. 35 (b-3), it is assumed that the number of holdings is 0. If the number of holdings is one or more, the above-mentioned holding image GB is displayed in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state is started.

Also in the time saving rush effect when the third time saving game state is started, the rush image GT is displayed as in the time saving rushing effect when the second time saving game state is started. Further, in the above time-saving rush effect, the right-handed image Gsy, the effect symbol GAy, the small symbol Ga, the fourth symbol GC, the hold number image GD, and the hold image GB are displayed.

In the present embodiment, various images are displayed on the image display device 31 in addition to the above-mentioned images (rush image GT, etc.) in accordance with the operation of the time-saving gaming state. Each of the other images displayed on the image display device 31 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 36 and 37 below.

FIG. 36A is a simulated screen of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 after the second time-saving game state is started. As described above, in the second time-saving game state, various images including the right-handed image Gsy are displayed. Further, when the second time saving game state is started, the right-handed start image GR shown in FIG. 36A is displayed. The right-handed start image GR is displayed after the above-mentioned inrush image GT (see FIG. 35 (b-3)) is displayed. However, the display period of the right-handed start image GR and the display period of the inrush image GT may all or partly overlap.

The right-handed start image GR is an image for notifying that the game should be played by right-handed, as in the case of the right-handed image Gsy. However, the right-handed start image GR is displayed larger than the right-handed image Gsy. Further, the right-handed image Gsy is displayed near the upper right edge of the screen, while the right-handed start image GR is displayed substantially in the center of the screen.

As shown in FIG. 36 (a), the right-handed start image GR is displayed (on the front side) with priority over the effect symbol GAy. According to the above-mentioned right-handed start image GR, it becomes easy for the player to surely recognize that the right-handed game should be started. Further, the right-handed start image GR is displayed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds), and then disappears. Further, a predetermined sound is output along with the display of the right-handed start image GR. For example, the voice "right-handed" is output.

In the present embodiment, the right-handed start image GR is displayed and the sound of "right-handed" is output regardless of whether or not the game is started immediately after the transition to the second time-saving game state. That is, even if the number of holdings is 0 at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state, the right-handed image GR is displayed and the sound of "right-handed" is output. Further, even if the number of reservations is 0 at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state, the time-saving background image GHy in the time-saving game state is displayed.

In the second short game state, a predetermined BGM is output. The output of the above BGM is started with the start of the second time-saving game state, regardless of whether or not the game is started immediately after the transition to the second time-saving game state. However, if the non-gaming period continues for a predetermined time, the volume of the gaming machine 1 is changed to "0", and the BGM cannot be heard.

In the specific example of FIG. 36A, it is assumed that the number of holdings is 0 at the time when the second time saving game state is started. In the above case, immediately after the second time saving game state is started, the effect symbol GA and the small symbol Ga are stopped and displayed. In the period when the right-handed start image GR is displayed, the effect symbol GA may be hidden (small symbol Ga may be continuously displayed).

When the third time-saving game state is started, the right-handed image Gsy is displayed and the right-handed start image GR is displayed regardless of the number of holds, as in the case where the second time-saving game state is started. A sound instructing that the game should be played by right-handed is output, the BGM in the third time-saving game state is started to be output, and the time-saving background image GHy is displayed. Further, during the period in which the right-handed start image GR in the third time-saving game state is displayed, the effect symbol GA and the small symbol Ga are displayed. However, immediately after the start of the second time-saving game state, the effect symbol GA and the small symbol Ga corresponding to the lost symbol are displayed, whereas immediately after the start of the third time-saving game state, the effect symbol GA corresponding to the time-saving symbol is displayed. And a small symbol Ga is displayed.

FIG. 36B is a simulated screen of a screen displayed on the image display device 31 immediately after the second time-saving game state ends and the state shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. As shown in FIG. 36 (b), the left-handed image Gsx is displayed immediately after the end of the second time-saving game state. The left-handed image Gsx is an image instructing that the game should be left-handed, and is displayed in place of the above-mentioned right-handed image Gsy. Further, the left-handed image Gsx is displayed at a position common to the right-handed image Gsy.

As shown in FIG. 36 (b), the left-handed start image GL is displayed immediately after the end of the second time-saving game state. The left-handed start image GL is an image for notifying that the game should be left-handed, similar to the left-handed image Gsx. However, the left-handed start image GL is displayed larger than the left-handed image Gsx. Further, the left-handed image Gsx is displayed near the upper right edge of the screen, while the left-handed start image GL is displayed substantially in the center of the screen.

As shown in FIG. 36 (b), the left-handed start image GL is displayed (on the front side) with priority over the effect symbol GAy. According to the above-mentioned left-handed start image GL, it becomes easy for the player to surely recognize that the left-handed game should be started. Further, the left-handed start image GL is displayed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) after the end of the second time-saving game state, and then disappears. Further, a predetermined sound is output along with the display of the left-handed start image GL. For example, the voice "Please return to left-handed" is output.

In the present embodiment, the left-handed start image GL is displayed and the voice "Please return to left-handed" is output regardless of whether or not the game is started immediately after the end of the second short-time game state. Will be done. That is, even if the number of holdings is 0 at the end of the second time-saving game state, the left-handed image GL is displayed and the voice "Please return to left-handed" is output. Further, even if the number of reservations is 0 at the end of the second time-saving game state, the normal background image GHx in the non-time-saving game state is displayed.

In the specific example of FIG. 36A, it is assumed that the number of holdings is 0 at the time when the second time saving game state is started. In the above case, immediately after the second time saving game state is started, the effect symbol GA and the small symbol Ga are stopped and displayed.

At the end of the third time-saving game state, the left-handed start image GL is displayed regardless of the number of holdings, instructing that the game should be played by left-handed, as in the case of the end of the second time-saving game state. Sound is output and a normal background image GHx is displayed.

FIG. 37A is a diagram for explaining the result image GP. The above-mentioned result image GP is an image that displays information on the profit acquired in the period when the period advantageous to the player ends. For example, the number of jackpot games and the total number of prize balls paid out during the period from the first winning of the jackpot game to the transition to the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state (the above-mentioned advantageous period) are The result image is displayed on the GP.

In the specific example of FIG. 37 (a), it is assumed that the jackpot game is won three times in the advantageous period and 4515 prize balls are paid out. The number of prize balls displayed by the result image GP of the present embodiment does not include the prize balls paid out by winning the game balls in the starting openings (13, 14) and the general winning openings 18. However, the prize balls paid out by entering the game balls into the general prize opening 18 may be included in the number of prize balls displayed on the result image GP.

FIG. 37B is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the period during which the result image GP is displayed. In the present embodiment, the result image GP is displayed when the first time-saving game state ends.

In the specific example of FIG. 37 (b), it is assumed that the final game in the first time-shortening game state starts at the time point tk1 and the game ends at the time point tk3. In the above case, the first time-saving game state ends at the time point tk3, and the game shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. In the specific example of FIG. 37 (b), it is assumed that the jackpot lottery of the final game in the first time-saving game state is a loss. FIG. 37B shows the time point tk2 at which the effect symbol GAy corresponding to the lost symbol is temporarily stopped in the final game in the first time-shortening game state.

In the specific example of FIG. 37 (b) described above, the result image GP is displayed immediately after the above-mentioned time point tk2. As can be seen from FIG. 37 (a) above, during the period when the result image GP is displayed, the small symbol Ga is displayed and the effect symbol GA is hidden. Further, the above result image GP is displayed until the final game in the first time-saving game state is completed.

Suppose that the result image GP is displayed in inverse proportion to the end of the second time-saving game state. As described above, the second time-saving game state operates without the big hit game. Further, in the time-saving game state, in principle, the game ball does not win a prize in the winning openings (first major winning opening 16 and second major winning opening 17) other than the starting opening (13, 14) and the general winning opening 18. Therefore, in the above-mentioned inverse proportion, if the jackpot game is not won in the second short-time game state, the number of jackpot games displayed on the result image GP is "0 times", and the number of prize balls paid out is "0". ". When the above result image GP is displayed, there may be a problem that the motivation for the game is lowered depending on the player.

In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, a configuration is adopted in which the result image GP is not displayed when the second time-saving game state ends. FIG. 37 (c) is a diagram for explaining images displayed before and after the end of the second time-saving game state. In FIG. 37 (c), it is assumed that the second time-saving game state ends at the time point tl and shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. As shown in FIG. 37 (c), the above-mentioned result image GP is not displayed before and after the end of the second time-saving game state.

Further, the above-mentioned inconvenience also occurs in the inverse proportion in which the result image GP is displayed when the third time-saving game state ends. In consideration of the above circumstances, in the present embodiment, a configuration is adopted in which the result image GP is not displayed when the third time-saving game state ends. FIG. 37D is a diagram for explaining images displayed before and after the end of the third time-saving game state. In FIG. 37 (c), it is assumed that the third time-saving game state ends at the time point tm and the game shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state. As shown in FIG. 37 (d), the above-mentioned result image GP is not displayed before and after the end of the third time-saving game state. At the end of the second reduced working hours game state and the third reduced working hours gaming state, for example, an image displaying a message "end of working hours" may be displayed.

38 (a) to 38 (c) are diagrams for explaining the counting period of the base value in the present embodiment. As described above, the base value calculation out counter and the base calculation prize ball counter are added during the counting period. That is, the base value is updated during the counting period.

FIG. 38A is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the counting period before and after the start of the second time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 38 (a), it is assumed that the 800th game (variation display of the special symbol) in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is started at the time point tn1. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (a), it is assumed that the lost symbol is stopped and displayed in the 800th game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state. Specifically, it is assumed that the lost symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point tn2, and the cumulative number of times m reaches the numerical value "800". In the above case, the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state before the time point tn2 becomes the counting period. In addition, the second time-saving game state after the time point tn2 becomes the non-counting period.

In the specific example of FIG. 38 (a), it is assumed that the jackpot game is not won in the second time-saving game state. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (a), it is assumed that the final game in the second time-shortened game state is started at the time point tn3, and the lost symbol is stopped and displayed in the game. Specifically, it is assumed that the lost symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point tn4, and the remaining number of times M2 is subtracted to the numerical value "0". In the above case, the low probability non-time saving game state is set after the time point tn4. Further, the counting period is restarted from the time point tn4.

FIG. 38B is a diagram for explaining a specific example of the counting period before and after the start of the third time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 38 (b), it is assumed that the game in which the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed is started at the time point to 1 in the low probability non-time saving game state. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (b), it is assumed that the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point to 2. In the above case, the low-probability non-time-saving game state before the time point to2 becomes the counting period. In addition, the third time-saving game state after the time point to 2 becomes the non-counting period.

In the specific example of FIG. 38 (b), it is assumed that the jackpot game is not won in the third time-saving game state. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (b), it is assumed that the final game in the third time-shortened game state is started at the time point to3, and the lost symbol is stopped and displayed in the game. Specifically, it is assumed that the lost symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point to 4, and the remaining number of times M3 is subtracted to the numerical value "0".

In the specific example of FIG. 38 (b), it is assumed that the cumulative number of times m is not the numerical value "800" in the final game in the third time-saving game state. In the above case, the low-probability non-time-saving game state is set after the time point to4. In addition, the counting period is restarted from the time point to4. In the present embodiment, if the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the final game in the third time-saving game state, the measurement period is restarted as in the case where the lost symbol is stopped and displayed. If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the final game in the third time-shortened game state, the measurement period is restarted after the small hit game is completed.

FIG. 38 (c) is a diagram for explaining another specific example of the counting period before and after the start of the third time-saving gaming state. In the specific example of FIG. 38 (c), it is assumed that the game in which the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed is started at the time point tp1 in the low probability non-time saving game state. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (c), it is assumed that the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point tp2. In the above case, the low-probability non-time-saving gaming state before the time point tp2 becomes the counting period. In addition, the third time-shortening gaming state after the time point tp2 becomes the non-counting period (similar to FIG. 38 (b) described above).

In the specific example of FIG. 38 (c), it is assumed that the jackpot game is not won in the third time-saving game state. Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (c), it is assumed that the final game in the third time-shortened game state is started at the time point tp3, and the lost symbol is stopped and displayed in the game. Specifically, it is assumed that the lost symbol is stopped and displayed at the time point tp4, and the remaining number of times M3 is subtracted to the numerical value "0". Further, in the specific example of FIG. 38 (c), it is assumed that the cumulative number of times m is the numerical value "800" in the final game in the third time-saving game state. In the above case, the second time saving game state is set after the time point tp4. That is, the non-counting period is continued even after the time point tp4. When the cumulative number of times m is added to the numerical value "800" in the final game in the third time-saving game state, the non-counting period is continued even if the time-saving symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the game. Further, as described above, the first time saving game state is a non-counting period. Similar to the case where the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "800" in the final game in the third time-shortened game state, when the cumulative number m is added to the numerical value "800" in the final game in the first time-shortened game state, after that. , The non-counting period continues.

<Second Embodiment>
Other embodiments of the present invention will be described below. For the elements whose actions and functions are the same as those of the first embodiment in each of the embodiments exemplified below, the reference numerals referred to in the description of the first embodiment will be diverted and detailed description of each will be omitted as appropriate.

39 (a) and 39 (b) are diagrams for explaining the second embodiment. In the second embodiment, instead of the above-mentioned start prize designation command, the first information J1 related to the execution of the jackpot game specified by the pre-judgment of the judgment information and the second game state specified by the pre-judgment of the judgment information are entered. An information command indicating the second information J2 related to the transition of the above is transmitted from the main control board 110 (main CPU 111) to the effect control board 120 (sub CPU 121). The above information command is generated and transmitted by the main CPU 111 when the start winning is won in the period when the number of holdings is less than the upper limit value.

FIG. 39A is a diagram for explaining specific examples of the first information J1 and the second information J2. For example, when a special symbol determination random number value determined to be a "big hit" is acquired at the time of starting winning, an information command indicating the first information J1 is transmitted to the sub CPU 121. When the sub CPU 121 receives the above-mentioned first information J1, it can grasp that the big hit game is executed thereafter.

Further, when a special symbol determination random value value determined to be "missing" is acquired at the time of starting winning, an information command indicating the second information J2 is transmitted to the sub CPU 121. The above-mentioned second information J2 indicates the cumulative number of times m in the game executed by the start winning prize. When the sub CPU 121 receives the above-mentioned second information J2, the sub CPU 121 indicates that the result of the game executed by the start winning prize that triggered the generation of the second information J2 is "missing", and that in the game The cumulative number of times m can be grasped. The sub CPU 121 of the second embodiment determines the look-ahead effect according to the information (first information J1, second information J2) indicated by the information command. The above-mentioned look-ahead effect includes the specific effect X1 and the specific effect X2, which will be described later.

FIG. 39B is a diagram for explaining the specific effect X1 and the specific effect X2. The specific effect X1 is determined by lottery when the sub CPU 121 receives an information command indicating the first information J1. When the specific effect X1 is determined, the mode (color) of the reserved image GB corresponding to the game (game that wins the jackpot) executed by the start winning, which is the trigger for generating the information command indicating the first information J1, is the said. It changes before the start of the game (similar to the above-mentioned pending change effect). According to the above configuration, prior to the game in which the jackpot is won, the fact that the jackpot is won is notified in advance by the specific effect X1.

The specific effect X2 is determined by lottery when the sub CPU 121 receives an information command indicating the second information J2. Specifically, when the sub CPU 121 receives the information command indicating the second information J2, the cumulative number of times m specified from the second information J2 is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold value (for example, the numerical value "790"). Judge whether or not. If the cumulative number of times m specified from the second information J2 is equal to or greater than the threshold value, the sub CPU 121 determines the specific effect X2 by lottery. On the other hand, when the cumulative number of times m specified from the second information J2 is less than the threshold value, the sub CPU 121 does not determine the specific effect X2.

When the specific effect X2 is determined, the mode of the reserved image GB corresponding to the game executed by the start winning, which is the trigger for generating the information command indicating the second information J2, changes before the start of the game (described above). Similar to the pending change effect). According to the above-mentioned specific effect X2, the player is notified that the number of games played until the second time-saving game state is relatively small. The aspect of the reserved image GB in which the specific effect X1 is executed and the aspect of the reserved image GB in which the specific effect X2 is executed may be different or common.

In the second embodiment, similarly to the first embodiment described above, when shifting to the second time-saving game state, a time-saving rush effect for notifying that fact is executed. In the time-saving rush effect of the second embodiment, an image common to each image displayed in the time-saving rush effect of the first embodiment is displayed. Specifically, in the time-saving rush effect, in addition to the rush image GT, the effect symbol GA, the small symbol Ga, and the fourth symbol GC are displayed. In the time-saving rush effect in the second embodiment, a part of the effect symbol GA, the small symbol Ga, and the fourth symbol GC may be displayed. Also in the above second embodiment, the same effect as that of the first embodiment can be obtained.

<Modification example>
Each of the above forms is variously transformed. A specific mode of modification is illustrated below. Two or more aspects arbitrarily selected from the examples below can be merged as appropriate.

(1) In each of the above-described modes, a configuration may be adopted in which the type of the time-saving gaming state is appropriately notified. For example, the background image GH may be different in each time-saving game state. Further, the BGM may be different or the effect symbol GA may be different in each time saving game state. The time when the type of time-saving game state is notified can be set appropriately. For example, it is conceivable that the type of the time-saving game state is notified when each time-saving game state is started.

As a specific example of the modification, the small symbol Ga may be displayed in the time saving rush effect regardless of which time saving game state is started. In the above configuration, the small symbol Ga corresponding to the jackpot symbol is displayed in the time saving rush effect when the first time saving game state is started. In addition, in the time saving rush effect when the second time saving game state is started, the small symbol Ga corresponding to the lost symbol is displayed, and in the time saving rushing effect when the third time saving game state is started, it corresponds to the time saving symbol. The small symbol Ga to be displayed is displayed. Therefore, the player has an advantage that the type of the time-saving game state to be started can be grasped by the small symbol Ga displayed in the time-saving rushing effect.

(2) In each of the above-described modes, in the time-saving rush effect in the second time-saving game state, the effect symbol GA is hidden, the small symbol Ga, the reserved image GB, and the fourth symbol GC are displayed, and then the rush image GT is displayed. It may be displayed. The above configuration has an advantage that the visibility of the rush image GT is improved, and the time-saving rush effect in the first time-shortening game state and the time-saving rushing effect in the second time-saving game state can be easily distinguished. It is sufficient if the time-saving rushing effect in the first time-saving game state and the time-saving rushing effect in the second time-saving game state can be distinguished. Any of the symbol Ga, the reserved image GB, and the fourth symbol GC may be used, and at least one of the symbols may be displayed. Similarly, in the time saving rush effect in the third time saving game state, the effect symbol GA may be hidden, the small symbol Ga, the reserved image GB, and the fourth symbol GC may be displayed, and then the rush image GT may be displayed.

(3) In each of the above-described modes, the result image GP may be displayed when the second time-saving game state ends. The above configuration has an advantage that it is easy for the player to recognize that the second time-saving game state has ended, as compared with the configuration in which the result image GP is not displayed when the second time-saving game state ends. Similarly, the result image GP may be displayed when the third time-saving game state ends. The above configuration has an advantage that it is easy for the player to recognize that the third time-saving game state has ended, as compared with the configuration in which the result image GP is not displayed when the third time-saving game state ends.

(4) In each of the above modes, in the gaming state in which the time saving symbol is effective (low probability non-time saving gaming state), when the time saving symbol is stopped, the special effect symbol GA (hereinafter referred to as "time saving effect symbol") is stopped and displayed. The configuration is suitable. On the other hand, in the gaming state in which the time-saving symbol is invalid, it is preferable that the effect symbol GA corresponding to the loss is stopped and displayed when the time-saving symbol is stopped.

However, in a gaming state in which the time-saving symbol is invalid, when the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed, the time-saving effect symbol may be stopped and displayed. In the above configuration, it is preferable that the time-saving effect symbol that is stopped and displayed in the gaming state in which the time-saving symbol is invalid and the time-saving effect symbol that is stopped and displayed in the game state in which the time-saving symbol is valid are different.

(5) The symbol combination corresponding to the time saving symbol is not limited to the above-mentioned examples of each form. For example, it is assumed that the effect symbol GA includes a "special symbol" different from the numbers "1 to 9". In the above configuration, for example, "7, special symbol, 7" may be adopted as a symbol combination corresponding to the time saving symbol.

In the above modified example, it is preferable that the special symbol out of the three symbols is stopped and displayed at the end. Further, as a special symbol, a symbol displaying a character (for example, the character string "time reduction") indicating the transition to the time saving game state is preferably adopted. Further, it is preferable that the special symbol is not included in the symbol combination other than the symbol combination corresponding to the time saving symbol.

In the above modification, the effect symbol GA to be variablely displayed does not include the special symbol during the period when the reach effect is not executed, and the special symbol may be displayed during the period after the reach effect is executed. In the above configuration, in a game in which the time saving symbol is not stopped and displayed, the special symbol may be changed and displayed. With the above configuration, it is possible to improve the expectation that the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed even in the game in which the time saving symbol is not stopped and displayed. All of the above configurations may be adopted, or some of them may be adopted.

(6) In each of the above-described modes, in the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state (the final game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state), the normal effect symbol GA corresponding to the loss is displayed. Instead of the above configuration, in the game that shifts to the second time saving game state, a special effect symbol GA may be displayed. For example, it is conceivable that the effect symbol GA that displays the characters "Start time-saving game!" Is stopped and displayed in the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state. However, the special effect symbol GA displayed in the game that shifts to the second time-saving game state is the effect symbol GA corresponding to the time-saving symbol, the effect symbol GA corresponding to the big hit symbol, and the effect symbol GA corresponding to the small hit symbol. Distinguishable (different) configurations are preferred.

(7) In each of the above forms, the period during which the result image GP is displayed can be appropriately changed. For example, the result image GP is started to be displayed when the final game of the time-saving game state (first time-saving game state, second time-saving game state, third time-saving game state) is completed, and then the second hold number is reduced to 0. The result image GP may be hidden after being subtracted and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol display device 21 is stopped. That is, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the result image GP may be continuously displayed until the first variation display of the first special symbol display device 20 can be started.

(8) In each of the above-described modes, a configuration may be configured in which a limited period is not provided before shifting to the second time-saving gaming state. In the above configuration, the determination information acquired when the game ball wins the first starting port 13 (hereinafter, may be referred to as "first determination information") is held in the second time-saving game state (first). Even in the case of (which can be determined in the two-time reduction game state), the hold change effect based on the first determination information is executed in the non-time reduction game state.

However, in the configuration in which the right to win the jackpot is continuously notified in the second short-time game state, there may be an inconvenience that excessively incites the player's gambling spirit. Therefore, in a configuration in which a limited period is not provided before shifting to the second time-saving game state, a configuration in which the hold change effect in the hold image GB is canceled when shifting to the second time-saving game state is preferable. In the above configuration, the reserved image GB displayed in the special mode in the non-time saving game state is displayed in the normal mode in the second time saving game state. It should be noted that a configuration may be adopted in which the reserved image GB displayed in the special mode immediately before the transition to the third time-saving game state is displayed in the normal mode in the third time-saving game state.

(9) In each of the above-described modes, a limited period may be provided before shifting to the third time-saving gaming state. Specifically, it is conceivable that the limited period is from the time when it is determined in advance that the player will be elected in the third time reduction to the transition to the third time reduction game state.

(10) In the above-described embodiment, when the player shifts to the second time-saving game state, right-handed strike is performed regardless of whether or not the first game in the second time-saving game state is executed (regardless of whether or not the number of holdings is held). The start image GR is displayed. Further, regardless of whether or not the first game in the second time-saving game state is executed, a voice instructing that the right-handed game should be started is output, and the BGM in the second time-saving game state is output.

Instead of the above configuration, the right-handed start image GR is displayed on condition that the first game in the second short-time game state is executed, and a voice instructing that the right-handed game should be started is output. The BGM in the second short game state may be output. Further, on condition that the first game in the third time-saving game state is executed, the right-handed start image GR is displayed, a voice instructing that the right-handed game should be started is output, and the third time-saving game state is output. BGM may be output.

(11) In the above-described embodiment, when the transition from the second time-saving game state to the low-probability non-time-saving game state is performed, regardless of whether or not the first game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is executed (number of pending games). The left-handed start image GL was displayed (regardless of the presence or absence of). In addition, a voice instructing that the left-handed game should be started was output regardless of whether or not the first game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state was executed.

Instead of the above configuration, the left-handed start image GL is displayed on condition that the first game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is executed, and a voice instructing that the left-handed game should be started is output. It may be configured as such. Further, when shifting from the third time-saving game state to the low-probability non-time-saving game state, the left-handed start image GL is displayed and the left-handed game is displayed on condition that the first game in the low-probability non-time-saving game state is executed. It may be configured to output a voice instructing that the operation should be started.

(12) In each of the above-described modes, in addition to the opportunity to win the big hit in the big hit lottery, the big hit game may be executed when the game ball passes through the specific area (so-called type 1 and 2 types of games). It may be a machine). In the above specific area, a game ball can be won in a small hit game. That is, when the small hit is won and the game ball wins a prize in the specific area in the small hit game, the big hit game is executed. In the above modified example, the cumulative number of times m is not initialized when the small hit is won, and the cumulative number of times m is initialized when the game ball wins a prize in the specific area.

In the above modified example, the probability of winning a big hit is determined by the case where the high probability gaming state is not provided and the game ball wins the first starting port 13 and the game ball wins the second starting opening 14. It is common. Further, the probability of winning a small hit when the game ball wins the second starting port 14 is higher than the probability of winning a large hit. Further, in the time-saving game state, the game ball is likely to win a prize in the second starting port 14. With the above configuration, the jackpot game is more likely to be executed in the time-saving game state as compared with the non-time-saving game state.

In the modified example, the second time saving game state may be provided. In the above configuration, when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n, the game substantially shifts to the high probability state of the big hit game. Further, in the modified example, the third time saving game state may be provided. In the above configuration, when the time saving symbol is stopped, it substantially shifts to the high probability state of the big hit game.

(13) In each of the above-described modes, the time reduction number N3 in the third time reduction game state may be changed according to the game state in which the time reduction symbol is stopped and displayed. For example, when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the time saving game state, the time saving number N3 may be longer than when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the non-time saving game state. Further, when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the time saving game state, the time saving number N3 may be shorter than that when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the non-time saving game state.

(14) In each of the above-described modes, the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol in the time-saving gaming state can be appropriately changed. For example, the variation pattern between the first time-saving game state and the second time-saving game state may be different. Further, the variation pattern between the first time-shortening gaming state and the third time-saving gaming state may be different, or the variation pattern between the second time-saving gaming state and the third time-saving gaming state may be different.

(15) In each of the above-described modes, when the cumulative number of times m reaches the number of operations n in the third time-saving game state and the second time-saving game state is activated, a configuration may be configured to notify that fact. If the opening mode of the second starting port 14 does not change when the second time-saving game state is activated in the third time-saving game state, there is an inconvenience that the player does not know that the second time-saving game state has been activated. is assumed. According to the modification, the above inconvenience is suppressed. For example, by displaying the cumulative number of times m in the third time-saving game state, the presence or absence of transition to the second time-saving game state is substantially notified. It should be noted that the fact that the second time-saving game state has been activated is notified at an appropriate timing. For example, when the third time-saving game state ends, it may be configured to notify that the second time-saving game state has been activated.

(16) In each of the above-described modes, the opening mode of the second starting port 14 in the third time-saving gaming state may be different for each time-saving symbol. In the above configuration, the fun of the game is improved as compared with the configuration in which the opening mode of the second starting port 14 in the third time-saving game state does not change according to the time-saving symbol.

(17) In each of the above-described forms, the hold change effect is shown as an example of the specific effect, but the specific effect is not limited to the hold change effect. For example, a specific effect in which a predetermined lamp in the gaming machine 1 emits light in a specific mode can be adopted. Further, a specific effect in which a special image is displayed on the image display device 31 can be adopted. For example, as a specific effect, an effect of displaying a character image of "super heat zone" can be considered. In the above configuration, the character image of "super heat zone" is more likely to be displayed when the jackpot is pre-determined than when the loss is pre-determined.

(18) In each of the above-described modes, the pending change effect (specific effect) that can be determined may be different depending on whether the result of the pre-determination is a big hit or the result of the pre-determination is the third time reduction. For example, the final special mode of the reserved image GB that can be determined may be different depending on whether the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit or the result of the preliminary determination is the third time reduction. In the above configuration, when the result of the preliminary determination is a big hit, the reserved image GB may change to rainbow color, but when the result of the preliminary determination is the third time reduction, the reserved image GB does not change to rainbow color. Conceivable.

(19) In each of the above-described modes, the time for displaying the right-handed start image GR can be appropriately changed. Further, the time for displaying the right-handed start image GR may be changed for each time-saving game state. For example, in the above-described first embodiment, it is preferable that the right-handed start image GR is displayed for a longer period of time in the second time-saving game state than in the first time-saving game state. Further, it is preferable that the right-handed start image GR is displayed for a long period of time from the first time-saving game state to the third time-saving game state. In the above configuration, the right-handed start image GR may be different between the first time-saving game state and the other time-saving game state. It should be noted that the right-handed start image GR may not be displayed when the first time-saving game state starts.

(20) The time-saving game state of each of the above-described modes ends when the total number of times that the first special symbol display device 20 fluctuates and displays and the number of times that the second special symbol display device 21 fluctuates displays reaches the time-saving number N. .. However, the trigger for ending the time-saving game state is not limited to the example of the first embodiment. For example, when the total number of times the first special symbol display device 20 fluctuates and the number of times the second special symbol display device 21 fluctuates and the total number of times the second special symbol display 21 fluctuates reaches 50, the number of times the second special symbol display 21 fluctuates and displays. Of the opportunity when the number reaches 5 times and the opportunity when the small hit is won once, the time saving game state may end at the first opportunity.

In addition, the end trigger may be different for each time-saving game state. For example, in the first time-saving game state, the second special symbol display is triggered when the total number of times the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed and the number of times the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed reaches 50 times. It ends when the number of times the device 21 fluctuates and displays reaches 5 times and when the small hit is won once, which is the first time it is established. Further, in the second special symbol display state, the second special symbol display is triggered when the total number of times the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed and the number of times the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed reaches 500 times. It ends when the number of times the device 21 fluctuates and displays reaches 20 times and when the small hit is won four times, which is the first time it is established. Further, in the third time-saving game state, the second special symbol display is triggered when the total number of times the first special symbol display device 20 is variablely displayed and the number of times the second special symbol display device 21 is variablely displayed reaches 30 times. It is conceivable that the device 21 will end when the number of times the variable display reaches 6 times or when the small hit is won 3 times, which is the first time it is established.

(21) In each of the above-described modes, the effect mode (background image GH, BGM, effect that can be determined) in each time-saving game state can be appropriately changed. For example, the effect mode of the third time saving game state may be changed according to the time saving number N3 (100 times, 1000 times). Further, in the third time-saving game state in which the time-saving number N3 is 1000 times, the first 100 times production mode is shared with the production mode in the third time-saving game state in which the time-saving number N3 is 100 times, and in the 101st and subsequent games. The production mode may be changed. Further, in the above configuration, it is preferable that the effect mode in the first time-shortening game state and the effect mode in the third time-saving game state (effect modes before and after the change) are different.

(22) In each of the above-described embodiments, the remaining number image GF displaying the remaining number M in the time-saving game state may be omitted. Further, the remaining number of times image GF is displayed in some time-saving game states (for example, the first time-saving game state), and the remaining number of times image GF is not displayed in some other time-saving game states (for example, the second time-saving game state). May be. Further, the remaining number image GF may be hidden in the early stage of the time saving game state, and the remaining number image GF may be displayed in the latter half of the time saving game state.

As a specific example of the above modification, the remaining number of times image GF is displayed in the first time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state, and the remaining number of times image GF is not displayed in the early stage of the second time-saving game state, and the second time-saving image GF is not displayed. It is conceivable that the remaining number of times image GF is started to be displayed after the remaining number of times M2 in the gaming state is subtracted to a predetermined numerical value (for example, 100). In the above configuration, the remaining number of times image GF may not be displayed even after the early stage of the second short game state.

(23) In each of the above-described forms, the type of time-saving symbol can be appropriately changed. For example, a plurality of types of time-saving symbols that shift to the third time-saving gaming state of 1000 times and one or both of the time-saving symbols that shift to the third time-saving gaming state of 100 times may be provided. For example, it is conceivable to shift to the third time-saving game state 100 times in both the case where the first time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed and the case where the second time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed.

(24) In each of the above-described forms, the effect symbol GA corresponding to the time-saving symbol may be different depending on the time-saving symbol, or may be common to the time-saving symbols. For example, when the time-saving symbol that shifts to the third time-saving game state of 1000 times is stopped and displayed, and when the time-saving symbol that shifts to the third time-saving game state of 100 times is stopped and displayed, the effect is stopped and displayed. The symbol GA may be common or different.

(25) In each of the above-described forms, the period during which the time saving rush effect is executed is appropriately changed. For example, the display wait period when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed is extended from the normal display wait period. Specifically, the time of the display wait period when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed is extended to the same extent as the time of the ending period of the jackpot game.

In the above configuration, during the display wait period when the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed, the time saving rush effect when shifting to the third time saving game state may be executed. Further, after the display wait period ends, the third time-saving game state may be entered. Further, in the configuration of executing the time saving rush effect in the display weight period, when adopting the configuration of shifting to the third time saving game state after the display weight period ends, the effect symbol GA and the small symbol are used in the display weight period. Ga may or may not be displayed.

(26) In each of the above-described modes, the player may arbitrarily change (customize) the execution frequency of the specific effect. However, regardless of the execution frequency, it is preferable that the specific effect is executed less frequently in the above-mentioned limited period than in the period other than the limited period.

(27) In each of the above-described embodiments, the first special symbol display device 20 and the second special symbol display device 21 may be configured so that the special symbols can be variablely displayed at the same time (in parallel). In the above configuration, the first reserved number is digested regardless of the presence or absence of the variable display of the second special symbol display device 21, and the second reserved number is digested regardless of the presence or absence of the variable display of the first special symbol display device 20. NS.

In the above configuration, it is assumed that the cumulative number of times m is added when the special symbol is stopped, as in the first embodiment described above. Further, it is assumed that the first special symbol display device 20 fluctuates and displays in the nth operation number of games, and the second special symbol display device 21 fluctuates and displays in the n + 1th game. Further, it is assumed that the n + 1th game ends before the nth game (the variation display of the second special symbol display device 21 stops before the variation display of the first special symbol display device 20). In the above case, the cumulative number of times m is updated to the numerical value "n" at the end of the n + 1th game. Therefore, it is preferable to have a configuration in which the player shifts to the second time-saving game state at the end of the n + 1th game.

It is assumed that the cumulative number of times m is added at the start of the variable display of the special symbol. Further, it is assumed that the first special symbol display device 20 fluctuates and displays in the nth operation number of games, and the second special symbol display device 21 fluctuates and displays in the n + 1th game. Further, it is assumed that the n + 1th game ends before the nth game (the variation display of the second special symbol display device 21 stops before the variation display of the first special symbol display device 20). In the above case, the cumulative number of times m is updated to the numerical value "n" at the start of the nth game. Therefore, a configuration that shifts to the second time-saving game state at the start of the nth game is preferable.

(28) In each of the above-described modes, the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol in the game with the nth operation number may be different from the variation pattern in other games. For example, when the variation pattern of the special symbol in the nth operation is determined, the image display device 31 is preferably notified that the game will shift to the second time-saving game state. Further, the display wait period of the special symbol may be extended by the game of the nth operation number than the game before the nth operation number of times. In the above configuration, it is preferable that the time saving rush effect when shifting to the second time saving game state is executed in the display wait period in the game of the nth operation number. Further, after the extended display wait period ends, the second time-shortening gaming state may be entered.

However, if the cumulative number of times m is initialized at the start of the jackpot game and then the nth operation count is executed, the variation pattern of the special symbol in the game is changed, and an opportunity other than the start of the jackpot game ( For example, when the cumulative number of times m is initialized by the operation of the clear button 30) and then the nth game is executed, the variation pattern in the game is not changed (it does not change from the immediately preceding game). Is. Further, when the cumulative number of times m is initialized at the start of the big hit game and then the nth operation number of games is executed, the display wait period in the game is extended, and an opportunity other than the start of the big hit game (for example, When the cumulative number of times m is initialized by the operation of the clear button 30) and then the nth game is executed, the display wait period in the game is not extended. In the above configuration, since the manager of the gaming machine cannot arbitrarily change the variation time and the display weight period of the special symbol, the inconvenience of impairing the fairness of the game is suppressed.

(29) In each of the above-described embodiments, as a specific example of ending the time-saving game state when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, a configuration in which the time-saving game state ends before the display wait period ends has been described. However, in the configuration in which the time-saving game state ends when the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the time-saving game state may end before the display wait period ends.

For example, in the above-mentioned special symbol stop processing (FIG. 18), the time saving end determination processing (S234 in the same figure) may be provided before step S233 for providing the display wait period. Specifically, a time reduction end determination process may be provided between step S233 and the third time reduction shift determination process (S232). Further, a time saving end determination process may be provided between the third time saving shift determination process and the second time saving transition determination process (S231), or a time saving end determination process may be provided immediately before the second time saving transition determination process. good.

Further, in the modified example, the opening / closing door 14b is controlled by the operation mode Db during the display wait period of the game in which the time saving game state (first time saving game state, second time saving game state, third time saving game state) ends. Configurations longer than the longest time are preferred. In the above configuration, the opening / closing door 14b may not be in the operating state Db at the time when the non-time saving game state is started after the time saving game state is finished. Therefore, in the non-time saving game state, the situation where the game ball wins the second starting port 14 is suppressed.

(30) In each of the above-described modes, the timing at which the cumulative number of times command is transmitted may be at the start of the game or at the end of the game. Further, the cumulative number command may be transmitted in all the games, or the cumulative number command may be transmitted in some games (for example, every 100 games).

Further, in each of the above-described embodiments, a command indicating the remaining number of times "nm" up to the number of operations n may be transmitted to the effect control board 120 instead of the cumulative number of times command indicating the cumulative number of times m. Further, neither the command indicating the remaining number of operations up to the number of operations n nor the cumulative number of times command may be transmitted to the effect control board 120. In the above configuration, the sub CPU 121 counts the number of times a command (for example, a symbol confirmation command) transmitted when the special symbol is stopped (when the cumulative number of times m is added) is received, so that the sub CPU 121 has the current value of the cumulative number of times m. Alternatively, the remaining number of operations up to the number of operations n can be notified.

(31) In the above-described embodiment, the configuration may be such that the mode can be shifted to the dedicated effect mode (mode in which the dedicated effect can be executed) immediately after the end of the second time-saving game state. Further, in the above-mentioned dedicated production mode, a configuration in which a dedicated BGM is output is preferable. Similarly, the configuration may be such that the transition to the dedicated effect mode (mode in which the dedicated effect can be executed) can be performed immediately after the end of the third time-saving game state. Further, in the above-mentioned dedicated production mode, a configuration in which a dedicated BGM is output is preferable. It should be noted that the configuration may be such that after each time-saving game state is completed, the mode shifts to a common special effect mode.

(32) In each of the above-described modes, when the second time-saving game state ends and the state shifts to the low-probability non-time-saving game state, even if the number of games in the low-probability non-time-saving game state reaches the number of operations n, the second Does not shift to the time-saving game state. In the above configuration, in the low-probability non-time-saving game state after the end of the second time-saving game state, it is preferable to notify that the second time-saving game state has already ended. Specifically, it is conceivable that the cumulative number of times m is displayed in the low-probability non-time-saving game state after the second time-saving game state is completed. When the cumulative number of times m displayed is greater than the numerical value "800", it is grasped that the second time saving game state has already ended.

(33) In each of the above-described modes, a specific effect (holding change effect, etc.) for notifying (suggesting) in advance that the game will shift to the second time-saving game state is not executed according to the result of the preliminary determination. However, a specific effect for notifying (suggesting) in advance that the game will shift to the second time-saving game state may be executed.

(34) In each of the above-described modes, the time-saving symbol may be effective in the time-saving game state. For example, assume that the time saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the second time saving game state. In the above case, both the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state may be operated in parallel. However, in the time-saving game state after the time-saving symbol is stopped and displayed in the second time-saving game state, the configuration in which the opening / closing door 14b in the second time-saving game state is maintained is preferable.

(35) In each of the above-described modes, the second time is shortened when the special symbol is stopped during the period after the number of times the jackpot is determined not to be won in the jackpot lottery in the low probability gaming state reaches the number of operations n. It has shifted to the game state. However, if the number of times the jackpot is determined not to be won in the jackpot lottery in the low-probability gaming state reaches the number of operations n, the timing of shifting to the second time-saving gaming state can be appropriately changed.

For example, the number of times the jackpot is determined to be non-winning (cumulative number of times m) may be updated (added or subtracted) immediately after the jackpot lottery (immediately after the start of the game). With the above configuration, it is possible to shift to the second time saving game state immediately after the start of the game. When adopting a configuration that shifts to the second time-shortening gaming state immediately after the start of the game, it is preferable that the right-handed lamp 28 lights up immediately after the start of the game and the above-mentioned advantageous period signal (external information signal) is turned on. Is. In the above configuration, the above-mentioned non-counting period is started when the game shifts to the second time-saving game state immediately after the start of the game.

In the above modified example, it is preferable that the above-mentioned time-saving rush effect is executed when the game shifts to the second time-saving game state immediately after the start of the game. Further, when the game shifts to the second time-saving game state immediately after the start of the game, an image (for example, the above-mentioned right-handed image Gsy) for notifying that the game should be played by right-handed is started to be displayed, and the background image of the time-saving game state is displayed. A configuration that switches to GH is preferable. In the first embodiment described above, the state shifts to the second time-saving game state before the end of the display wait period of the special symbol, but it may be configured to shift to the second time-shortening game state after the end of the display wait period. ..

(36) In each of the above-described embodiments, the remaining number of times M in the time-saving game state is subtracted at the end of the game, but the remaining number of times M may be subtracted at the start of the game. With the above configuration, the time-saving game state ends at the start of the game. For example, the second time-saving game state ends immediately after the 1000th game is started. In the above case, in the second time-saving game state, when the 1000th game is started, the right-handed lamp 28 is turned off and the above-mentioned counting period is started.

(37) In each of the above-described modes, a gaming state (high-probability non-time-saving gaming state) may be provided in a high-probability gaming state and a non-time-saving gaming state. However, in the high-probability non-time-saving game state, the time-saving symbol is invalid. That is, the time saving symbol is effective only in the low probability gaming state. Further, in the high-probability non-time-saving game state, the cumulative number of times m is not added (maintained at the initial value "0").

(38) In each of the above-described modes, a plurality of types of set values (for example, 1 to 6) are provided, and the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit lottery (for example, the probability of winning a big hit in a low probability gaming state) is the set value. A configuration that changes according to the situation may be adopted. However, with each set value, the probability of winning in the third time reduction is common. In addition, the probability of winning a small hit is common for each set value. The above setting values are changed by the setting change process executed in response to the setting change operation of the administrator of the gaming machine 1.

In the above modified example, the number of operations n in which the second time-saving game state is activated is common to each set value. Specifically, when the probability of winning a big hit in a low-probability game state is "ML" (0 <M <1), the number of operations n is in the range "2.5 / ML ≦ n ≦" for all set values. The configuration included in "3.0 / ML" is preferable.

In the above modified example, the number of games played in the time-saving game state (hereinafter referred to as the number of times of time-saving game N) is preferably configured to be common to all the set values. Specifically, the time reduction number N1 in the first time reduction game state is common to all the set values, the time reduction number N2 in the second time reduction game state is common to all the set values, and the time reduction in the third time reduction game state. It is preferable that the number of times N3 is common to all the set values. Further, when the minimum jackpot probability among the jackpot probabilities "ML" in the low probability gaming state of each set value is "MLmim" (the jackpot probability of the set value "1"), the time reduction number N2 is the numerical value "3. It is preferable that the number of time reductions N3 is 8 / MLmim or less and the time reduction frequency N3 is 3.8 / MLmim or less.

(39) In each of the above-described modes, the cumulative number of times m is not initialized by the set value change process by changing the set value and the clear operation process by operating the clear button 30, and the dedicated operation unit (hereinafter, “cumulative clear”). The cumulative number of times m may be initialized when the "button") is operated.

(40) In each of the above-described modes, the cumulative number of times m may not be initialized in the clear operation process, and the cumulative number of times m may be initialized in the above-mentioned set value change process. Further, the cumulative number of times m may not be initialized when the clear button 30 is operated in the normal mode, and the cumulative number of times m may be initialized when the clear button 30 is operated in the special mode. For example, when the clear button 30 is operated once, the predetermined information is initialized, but the cumulative number of times m is not initialized, and when the clear button 30 is operated twice continuously, the predetermined information and the cumulative number of times m are initialized. It is conceivable that both of them are initialized.

(41) In each of the above-described modes, an effect suggesting a set value may be executed. For example, a configuration is conceivable in which an effect suggesting a set value is executed when the time-saving game state ends. However, if the player shifts to the second time-saving game state among the time-saving game states and the jackpot is not won in the second time-saving game state, there is a high possibility that the winning probability of the jackpot is low. Therefore, when the first time-saving game state or the third time-saving game state ends, the effect suggesting the set value is executed, and when the second time-saving game state ends, the effect suggesting the set value is not executed. Is preferable.

(42) In the low-probability non-time-saving game state of each of the above-described modes, a plurality of types of effect symbols GAx may be displayed according to the effect mode in which the game proceeds and the background image GH. Similarly, in the low-probability time-saving game state or the high-probability time-saving game state, a plurality of types of effect symbols GAy may be displayed according to the effect mode in which the game progresses or the background image GH.

In addition, different effect symbols GAy may be displayed for each of the first time-saving game state, the second time-saving game state, and the third time-saving game state. Specifically, the effect symbol GAy common to the first time-shortening game state and the second time-shortening game state is displayed, and the effect symbol GAy different from the first time-saving game state and the second time-saving game state in the third time-saving game state is displayed. May be displayed. In addition, the effect symbol GAy common to the second time-shortening game state and the third time-shortening game state is displayed, and the effect symbol GAy different from the second time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state is displayed in the first time-saving game state. It may be that. Further, the effect symbol GAy common to the first time-shortening game state and the third time-shortening game state is displayed, and the effect symbol GAy different from the first time-saving game state and the third time-saving game state is displayed in the second time-saving game state. It may be that.

(43) In each of the above-described modes, the configuration at the time of transition to the second time-saving game state can be appropriately changed. For example, it is assumed that the number of holdings when shifting to the second time-saving game state is a numerical value "0". That is, it is assumed that the state shifts to the customer waiting state (non-gaming state) immediately after the transition to the second time-saving gaming state. In the modified example, the right-handed lamp 28 is turned on and the right-handed image Gsy is displayed in the above-mentioned waiting state for customers. Further, in the modified example, the emphasized image GZ indicating the character string "0 more times" is displayed in the above-mentioned waiting state for customers.

In the modified example, when the start prize is won in the above-mentioned customer waiting state and the first game in the second short-time game state is started, the right-handed lamp 28 is continuously lit in the game as well, and the right-handed image Gsy is displayed. It is displayed continuously. However, in the modified example, the emphasized image GZ is hidden in the first game in the second time-saving game state. Further, in the modified example, the time saving rush effect is not executed in the customer waiting state immediately after the transition to the second time saving game state, and then the time saving rush effect is executed in the first game of the second time saving game state.

On the other hand, if the number of holdings is "1" or more at the time of shifting to the second time-saving game state, in the modified example, immediately after shifting to the second time-saving game state (in the first game of the second time-saving game state). ), The right-handed lamp 28 is turned on, the right-handed image Gsy is displayed, the emphasized image GZ is hidden, and the time saving rush effect is executed. In the above modified example, the time saving rush effect may be executed in the customer waiting state. Further, the game count image GE may be displayed over the above-mentioned customer waiting state, and the game count image GE may be hidden in the first game in the second time-saving game state.

(44) In each of the above-described modes, the magnitude relationship between the remaining number of times M1 in the first time-shortened gaming state, the remaining number of times M2 in the second time-shortened gaming state, and the remaining number of times M3 in the third time-shortened gaming state can be appropriately changed. For example, the remaining number of times M1 may be longer than the remaining number of times M2, or the remaining number of times M1 and the remaining number of times M2 may be equal to each other. Further, the remaining number of times M3 may be longer than the remaining number of times M2, or the remaining number of times M3 and the remaining number of times M2 may be equal to each other. Similarly, the remaining number of times M1 may be longer than the remaining number of times M3, the remaining number of times M1 may be equal to the remaining number of times M3, or the remaining number of times M3 may be longer than the remaining number of times M1.

(45) In the above-mentioned second embodiment, the "first information J1" is exemplified as the "first information relating to the execution of the special game specified by the prior determination" of the present invention. However, the "first information" of the present invention is not limited to the above examples. For example, the "winning information (starting prize designation command) generated when a random value for determining a special symbol of a big hit" in the first embodiment is included in the "first information" of the present invention. Further, in the above-mentioned second embodiment, "second information J2" is exemplified as "second information relating to the transition to the second gaming state specified by the prior determination" of the present invention. However, the "second information" of the present invention is not limited to the above examples. For example, when the random value for determining the special symbol of the loss is acquired for the cumulative number of times m, it becomes possible to shift to the second time saving game state (second game state). Therefore, the "winning information (starting prize designation command) generated when the random value for determining the special symbol of loss is acquired" is included in the "second information" of the present invention.

In each of the above-described embodiments, a specific example in which the present invention is adopted for a pachinko machine is shown, but the present invention may be adopted for a pachislot machine.

The gaming machine of the present invention is, for example, the following gaming machine.

The gaming machine according to the present invention has an acquisition means (S134 in FIG. 14) that acquires determination information when the acquisition condition is satisfied, and a determination means (S134 in FIG. 14) that determines whether or not the special game is successful based on the determination information. In S207) of FIG. 17, a variable display is made when the determination condition is satisfied, the first symbol is stopped and displayed when the determination means determines that the special game has been won, and when the determination means determines that the special game has not been won, the first symbol is displayed. The special display means for stopping and displaying the two symbols, and the second gaming state (the second gaming state) in which the acquisition condition is more easily established than the first gaming state (low probability non-time saving gaming state) when the specific symbol among the second symbols is stopped and displayed. It is possible to display a transition means (S286 in FIG. 19B) that can shift to a two-time shortened game state) and a result image that displays information on profits earned in the period when the period advantageous to the player ends. The display means (image display device 31) is provided, and the result image is not displayed when the second game state transferred by the transfer means ends without winning the special game (FIG. 36 (d)). reference).

1 ... Game machine, 10 ... Game board, 13 ... 1st start port, 14 ... 2nd start port, 31 ... Image display device, 110 ... Main control board, 111 ... Main CPU, 112 ... Main ROM, 113 ... Main RAM , 120 ... Production control board, 121 ... Sub CPU, 122 ... Sub ROM, 123 ... Sub RAM, 140 ... Lamp control board, 150 ... Image control board, 151 ... Host CPU, 152 ... Host RAM, 152 ... Host ROM.

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When the acquisition condition is satisfied, the acquisition means for acquiring the judgment information and
When the determination condition is satisfied, the determination means for determining the success or failure of the special game based on the determination information,
The variable display is made when the determination condition is satisfied, the first symbol is stopped and displayed when the determination means determines that the special game has been won, and the second symbol is determined by the determination means that the special game has not been won. Special display means to stop and display
When a specific symbol among the second symbols is stopped and displayed, a transition means capable of shifting from the first gaming state to the second gaming state in which the acquisition condition can be easily satisfied, and
It is provided with a display means capable of displaying a result image for displaying information on profits earned in the period when a period advantageous to the player ends.
The result image is not displayed when the second gaming state transferred by the transition means ends without winning the special game.

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