JP2023014172A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance an interest in a game.

SOLUTION: A game machine executes a suggestive performance (F3) for suggesting occurrence of a change in a display mode (first mode) of reserved memory display and executes a first holding change performance (F4). The game machine changes a display mode of reserved memory display from the first mode to a second mode (F5) when the first holding change performance is a success performance. The game machine performs first non-display (F7) for hiding display modes (a retention standby display mode and a reservation consuming display mode) of reserved memory display when the first holding change performance is a failure performance, performs re-display by first display (F8), performs second non-display (F9) for hiding the reservation consuming display mode following a variation stop, performs second display (F10) for displaying the reservation consuming display mode following a variation start.

SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 15

COPYRIGHT: (C)2023,JPO&INPIT

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

There is a gaming machine that displays a specific pending display on a display screen as a pending display.

JP 2016-198442 A

Such a game machine aims to improve the interest of the game by displaying the specific hold display on the display screen. However, it is not enough to improve the interest in the game by displaying the specific hold display on the display screen, and the game machine is required to further improve the interest by further novel hold effects.

In one aspect, an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of improving interest.

In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine is provided as described below. The gaming machine comprises main control means for controlling the execution of the game, and slave control means for receiving a command from the main control means and for causing the display means to display, in a predetermined display mode, a pending display relating to a starting memory that is the right to execute the game. , provided. The slave control means displays a pending display corresponding to the starting memory before the start of fluctuation as a pending standby display, displays a pending display corresponding to the starting memory after the start of fluctuation as a pending digestion display, and displays the pending standby display or the pending digestion display. can be changed from the first mode to the second mode, and the display and non-display of the pending digestion display can be switched in a state where the pending standby display is displayed.

According to one aspect, interest can be improved.

It is a perspective view showing an example of the gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a front view showing an example of the game board of the first embodiment. 1 is a block diagram showing an example of a control system for a gaming machine according to the first embodiment; FIG. It is a block diagram which shows an example of a structure of the production|presentation control apparatus of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the batch display apparatus of 1st Embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating a flowchart of main processing of the first embodiment; FIG. 8 is a diagram (part 2) showing a flowchart of main processing of the first embodiment; FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 3) showing a flowchart of main processing of the first embodiment; FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 4) illustrating a flowchart of main processing of the first embodiment; FIG. 10 is a diagram (part 5) illustrating a flowchart of main processing according to the first embodiment; It is a figure which shows the flowchart of the timer interruption process of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the flowchart of the main process in the production|presentation control apparatus of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of the display screen during the game of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the display mode of the pending|holding memory display of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|presentation flow of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example (part 1) of the screen which the display apparatus of 1st Embodiment displays. It is a figure which shows an example (part 2) of the screen which the display apparatus of 1st Embodiment displays. It is a figure which shows an example (3) of the screen which the display apparatus of 1st Embodiment displays. It is a figure which shows an example (part 4) of the screen which the display apparatus of 1st Embodiment displays. It is a figure which shows an example (part 5) of the screen which the display apparatus of 1st Embodiment displays. It is a timing chart showing the timing of switching between non-display and display of the pending standby display mode and switching between non-display and display of the pending digestion display mode in a series of pending effects of the first embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|presentation aspect of the pending|holding change production|presentation of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|presentation flow of the modification 1 of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|presentation flow of the modification 2 of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of a change of the display mode of the pending|holding memory display of the modified example 3 of 1st Embodiment. It is a game board front view showing the arrangement of each display device of the modification 4 of the first embodiment. It is a figure which shows the outline of the display mode switching production|presentation of the starting memory of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example (part 1) of the screen which the display apparatus of 2nd Embodiment displays. It is a figure which shows an example (2) of the screen which the display apparatus of 2nd Embodiment displays. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a correspondence table of variable display commands, control states, and pending effect modes according to the second embodiment; FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating an example of a timing chart of hold shift for each control state according to the second embodiment; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example (part 3) of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment; It is a figure which shows an example of the pending|holding production|playing aspect of 2nd Embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of display/non-display switching of the holding display of the starting memory for each control state according to the second embodiment; FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of display mode switching of the hold display of the starting memory for each control state according to the second embodiment; It is a figure which shows an example of the correspondence table|surface of the stop design command of 2nd Embodiment, a control state, and a pending|holding production mode. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example (part 4) of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example (No. 5) of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment; It is a figure which shows an example of the correspondence table|surface of the pending|holding number command of 2nd Embodiment, a control state, and a pending|holding effect|presentation mode. It is a figure which shows an example of the timing chart of the pending|holding addition for every control state of 2nd Embodiment. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of a hold shift for each control state in Modification 1 of the second embodiment; FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of a hold shift for each control state in Modification 2 of the second embodiment; It is a figure which shows an example of the pending|holding effect|play mode of the modification 3 of 2nd Embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
[First embodiment]
First, a first embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an example of a gaming machine according to the first embodiment.

The gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is an outer frame (support frame)
11 is assembled so as to be openable and rotatable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is housed in a housing (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12 . A glass frame (transparent member holding frame) 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (body frame) 12 .

In addition, on the left and right of the glass frame 15, lamps, LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes), etc. are built in to decorate and produce, and to notify when an abnormality occurs (for example, when a dispensing abnormality occurs, the lamp, LED, etc. A frame decoration device 18 that emits light for lighting (blinking) in a notification color (eg, red) and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a that emits sound (eg, sound effects) are provided. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19b is also provided on the lower portion of the front frame 12. As shown in FIG. Further, when an abnormality occurs, the content of the abnormality is notified by voice from the speakers 19a and 19b. It should be noted that a lamp may be provided at a predetermined portion of the glass frame 15 for announcing abnormal dispensing.

Further, in the lower part of the front frame 12, an upper tray (storage tray) 21 for supplying game balls to a batted ball shooting device (not shown), and game balls paid out from a payout unit provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 are stored. An upper tray ball outlet 22 for flowing out, a lower tray (receiving tray) 23 for storing game balls paid out when the upper tray 21 is full, and an operation section 24 for a ball shooting device are provided.

Furthermore, on the upper edge of the upper plate 21, a production button 25 used for intervening operations for game production, etc.
is provided. The production button 25 functions as a production operation reception unit that accepts an intervention operation to the game production, and also as a production unit that can produce in a desired manner (for example, a light emission mode, a vibration mode, a projection mode, etc.). Function. An option setting section 29 is provided at the left edge of the upper tray 21 for the player to set various options. The option setting unit 29 includes a cross cursor switch capable of accepting input operations in four directions, a central switch located in the center of the cross cursor switch capable of accepting decision operations and the like, and a switch located at the periphery of the cross cursor switch capable of operating volume and the like. There are two accessory switches used for Furthermore, a keyhole 26 for inserting a key for opening or locking the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12 .

Note that the game machine 10 operates (for example, presses down) the effect button 25 (push button).
Based on the player's operation received from the effect button switch 25a (see FIG. 4) that detects , it is possible to perform an effect in which the player's operation is intervened. For example, an effect in which a player's operation is intervened is an effect in a variable display game (decorative special figure variable display game) on the display device (variable display device) 41 (see FIG. 2). The character displayed on 41 can be operated, or the identification information in the decoration special figure fluctuation display game displayed on the display device 41 can be stopped. It should be noted that such intervention by the player includes not only the effect button 25 but also switches of the option setting section 29 (cross cursor switch,
A central switch, an accessory switch) may be used. In FIG. 4, which will be described later, the switches of the option setting section 29 are grouped together into a setting switch 29a.
It represents.

Also, on the right side of the effect button 25, there is a ball lending button 27 operated by the player when receiving a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and an ejection button 27 operated to eject a prepaid card from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A button 28, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided. In the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment, when the player rotates the operation portion 24, the ball shooting device shoots the game ball supplied from the upper tray 21 into the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. (see Figure 2). When the player operates one or more of the above-described setting switches 29a (cross cursor switch, center switch, accessory switch) of the option setting unit 29, for example, the signals emitted from the speakers 19a and 19b are emitted. It is possible to set the volume to be played and the brightness of the game board 30 .

Next, the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view showing an example of the game board of the first embodiment.
A substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by guide rails 31 is formed on the surface of the game board 30 . The game area 32 includes resin side cases 3 provided at the four corners of the game board 30.
3 and a guide rail 31. In the game area 32, a center case (game effect structure) 40 having a display device (variable display device) 41 is arranged substantially in the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recess provided in the center case 40 at a position recessed from the front surface of the center case 40 . That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41 and protrudes forward from the display surface of the display device 41 to prevent game balls from jumping into the surrounding game area 32 .

The display device 41 is composed of a device having a display screen such as an LCD (liquid crystal display) or a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube). In the area where the image of the display screen can be displayed (display area), information related to the game such as multiple identification information (special symbols), characters that direct the special symbol fluctuation display game, and background images that enhance the performance effect are displayed. . On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decoration special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure variation display game is performed. In addition, on the display screen, images for effects based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image,
fanfare display image, ending display image, etc.) are displayed.

A board effect device 44 for effecting a game is provided on the upper part of the center case 40. - 特許庁This board effect device 44 changes the display device 4 from the state shown in FIG.
It is operable toward the center of 1.

On the right side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is provided a normal pattern start gate (normal pattern start gate) 34 that provides a starting condition for the normal pattern fluctuation display game. A game ball that has won the normal pattern starting gate 34 (a game ball passing through the normal pattern starting gate 34) is detected by a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3).

In addition, on the lower left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there are two general winning openings 3
5 is arranged, and one general prize winning port 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40 and on the right side of the special variable prize winning device 38 which will be described later. The game balls that have entered these general winning holes 35 are detected by a winning hole switch 35a (see FIG. 3).

In addition, below the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is a starting winning opening 36 that forms a first starting winning opening (starting winning area) that provides the starting condition for the first special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 1 fluctuation display game). (start port 1) is provided. A game ball that has entered the starting winning opening 36 is detected by the starting opening 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 3).

In addition, below the starting winning opening 36, an out opening 30a is provided for collecting game balls that have not won a winning opening or the like.
In addition, on the right side of the center case 40 at a lower position than the normal figure start gate 34,
A normal variable winning device 37 (second starting winning port, starting winning area) is provided to give a condition for starting the second special figure variation display game (special figure 2 variation display game). The normal variable winning device 37 (starting port 2) is provided with a movable member 37b which can be converted into a state in which game balls can easily flow in by turning the upper end side in a direction in which it falls to the right. 37b is normally kept in a closed state (disadvantageous state for the player) in which game balls cannot flow in, being almost vertical.
Then, when the result of the normal pattern fluctuation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, the upper end side is rotated to the right by the general electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) as a driving device, and the normal fluctuation is performed. The winning device 37 can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which game balls can easily flow. A game ball that has won the normal variable winning device 37 is detected by the starting port 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 3). In addition, it is also possible to make it possible to win prizes even when the normal variable prize winning device 37 is closed, and make it more difficult to win prizes in the closed state than in the open state. The normal fluctuation winning device 37 corresponds to a normal electric accessory (general electric).

A downflow path 91 through which game balls can flow down is formed on the right side of the normal variable winning device 37, and game balls that do not win the normal variable winning device 37 flow down through the downflow path 91.例文帳に追加A guide portion 93 is provided below the flow-down passage 91 . The upper surface 94 of the guide portion 93 is formed as an inclined surface that descends to the left, and the game balls flowing downward are received by the upper surface 94 and guided to the left where a special variable winning device 38 described later exists. .

In addition, at the lower right of the center case 40 in the game area 32, there is a special variable winning device (big winning opening) 38 that can be converted between a state in which game balls are not accepted and a state in which it is easy to accept game balls depending on the result of the special figure variation display game. is set. The special variable winning device 38 includes an opening/closing member (opening/closing door) 3
8c, and depending on the result of the special figure fluctuation display game as an auxiliary game, the opening and closing member 3
8 c closes the big winning opening (disadvantageous closed state for the player) to the open state (advantageous state for the player) in which the opening/closing member 38 c retreats and can receive the game balls flowing down the game area 32 . Convert. That is, the special variable prize winning device 38 is a large prize winning opening (
Equipped with a big winning mouth), during the big hit game state (first special game state) due to the results of the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game, and the small hit game state due to the result of the special figure 2 fluctuation display game ( During the second special game state), the closed state of the large prize winning port is changed to the open state, thereby facilitating the inflow of game balls into the large prize winning port and giving the player a predetermined game value (prize balls). is to be given. Inside the big winning hole (winning area), a big winning hole switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 3) is arranged as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the big winning hole. .

In addition, the special variable winning device 38 includes a guide channel for guiding a game ball that has won a prize in the winning hole, and a V channel formed by branching from the guide channel. The special variable prize winning device 38 is provided with a V door at a position serving as an inflow portion of the V flow path. The V door is slid forward and backward by a specific area solenoid 38d (see FIG. 3) to prevent game balls from flowing into the V channel, and retreats backward to prevent game balls from entering the V channel. It can be changed to an allowable state that allows inflow. In addition, the special variable winning device 38 is provided with a specific area switch 38e (see FIG. 3) for detecting game balls that have flowed into the V channel.

In addition, in the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment, the probability state after the end of the special game state is not determined by the jackpot symbol, but the game ball flows into the V flow path in the special game state and the specific area switch is activated. A high probability state is set based on detection at 38e.

Also, the special variable winning device 38 may be provided with a plurality of (for example, two) large winning opening switches 38a. Also, the number of the special variable winning device 38 is not limited to one, and two may be provided. , x (see FIG. 3) may be provided as a whole.

A warp port (warp entrance) 39a is provided on the left side portion of the center case 40 . The game ball that has flowed into the warp channel from the warp port 39a rolls on the stage inside the center case 40, and a part of it is guided to the warp exit 39b. The warp exit 39b is located directly above the start winning opening 36, and the game ball guided to the warp exit 39b is pushed to the starting winning opening 36.
It becomes easier to win prizes.

In the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment, of the game area 32 in which game balls flow down, the area to the left of the center case 40 is the left game area, and the area to the right of the center case 40 is the right game area. It is said that Then, the player adjusts the shooting momentum and shoots the game ball to the left side game area (so-called left hitting), so that the start winning opening 36 and the general winning opening 35 (the general winning opening on the right side of the special variable winning device 38) 35) can be aimed at, and by launching a game ball to the right game area (so-called right hitting), a normal figure start gate 34, a normal variable winning device 37,
It is possible to aim for a prize in the special variable prize winning device 38 or the like.

In addition, outside the game area 32 (here, the lower right part of the game board 30), the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game that constitute the special figure fluctuation display game, and the normal figure start gate 34 A collective display device 50 that displays a normal figure variation display game triggered by winning a prize and displays various information
is provided.

The collective display device 50 includes a round display unit 51 composed of an LED or the like, a special figure 1 reserved display unit 52, a special figure 1 design display unit 53, a special figure 2 design display unit 54, and a general design design display unit. 55, a normal map reservation display section 56, and a state display section 57 (see FIG. 5). Details of the collective display device 50 will be described later.

Next, the control system of the gaming machine will be explained using FIG. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the gaming machine control system of the first embodiment.
The game machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) for overall control of the game, and includes a game microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as a game microcomputer) 111. A CPU (Central Processing Unit) unit 110 having an input port 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, etc., and a CPU
It comprises a data bus 140 and the like connecting between the unit 110, the input unit 120 and the output unit 130. FIG.

The CPU unit 110 includes a game microcomputer 111 called an amusement chip (IC (Integrated Circuit)) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator. An oscillation circuit (
crystal oscillator) 113 and the like. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as solenoids and motors driven by the game control device 100 are powered by DC (Di
rect current) 32 V, DC 12 V, DC 5 V, etc. are supplied to enable operation.

The power supply device 400 is an AC (
Alternating Current)-DC converter or DC32V voltage to DC12V, DC5V
A normal power supply unit 4 having a DC-DC converter or the like that generates a lower level DC voltage such as
10, a backup power supply unit 420 that supplies power supply voltage to the internal RAM (random access memory) of the game microcomputer 111 at the time of power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit, and the game control device 100 is provided with power failure occurrence and recovery. A control signal generator 430 or the like is provided for generating and outputting a control signal such as a power outage monitoring signal or a reset signal.

In the first embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or with the game control device 100, that is, , may be provided on the main substrate. game board 30
And the game control device 100 is to be replaced when the model is changed. By providing the , it is possible to remove it from the object of replacement and to reduce the cost.

The backup power supply unit 420 can be configured with one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power supply is the game microcomputer 111 (
In particular, the data is supplied to the built-in RAM), and the data stored in the RAM is retained even during a power failure or after the power is turned off. Control signal generating section 430 monitors the voltage of 32 V generated by normal power supply section 410, for example, and when it drops below 17 V, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and after a predetermined time, reset signal. to output Also, when the power is turned on or when the power is restored, the reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from that time.

Also, the game control device 100 is provided with a RAM initialization switch 112 . This R
When the AM initialization switch 112 is operated, an initialization switch signal is generated, based on which the information stored in the RAM 111C in the game microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200 is forcibly initialized. is performed. Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is the gaming microcomputer 1
It is read repeatedly in the main loop of the main program executed by 11. A reset signal is a kind of forced interrupt signal and resets the entire control system.

Also, the game control device 100 is provided with a setting value change switch 126 and a setting key switch 127 . Setting value change switch 126 is, for example, a push switch, and detects a pressing operation. The setting key switch 127 allows switching between an ON state and an OFF state by inserting a setting key. The game control device 100 can change the settings related to the game performance, and the settings stored in the RAM are retained even during a power failure or after the power is cut off. For example, the game control device 100 can change the hit probability of the special figure 1 variation display game and the special figure 2 variation display game according to the setting of 6 stages.

The game control device 100 transitions the control state to a setting change mode in which the setting of the game machine 10 can be changed when the power is turned on while the setting key switch 127 is in the ON state and the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the ON state. For example, the game control device 100 can cyclically change settings 1 to 6 by detecting a pressing operation of the setting value change switch 126 while displaying the setting contents on the probability setting value display device 136 in the setting change mode. The probability setting value display device 136 is a display device capable of displaying a setting value.
D and mounted on the board.

Also, the game control device 100 transitions the control state to a setting confirmation mode in which the setting of the game machine 10 can be confirmed when the power is turned on while the setting key switch 127 is in the ON state and the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the OFF state. . For example, the game control device 100 displays the setting contents on the probability setting value display device 136 in the setting confirmation mode.

The game microcomputer 111 has a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A.
, a read-only ROM (Read Only Memory) 111B and an RA that can be read and written at any time
Equipped with M111C.

The ROM 111B nonvolatilely stores immutable information (programs, fixed data, judgment values of various random numbers, etc.) for game control, and the RAM 111C is a work area for the CPU 111A during game control or a storage area for various signals and random values. used as ROM 111B or R
An electrically rewritable non-volatile memory such as EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM) may be used as the AM 111C.

Further, the ROM 111B stores a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines, for example, the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the content of the effect, the presence or absence of occurrence of the ready-to-win state, and the like. The variation pattern table stores variation pattern random number 1, variation pattern random number 2, and variation pattern random number 3 stored as starting memory in CPU 111A.
is a table for determining a variation pattern with reference to. The variation pattern table includes a winning variation pattern table selected when the result is a win, a big hit variation pattern table selected when the result is a big hit, and the like. Furthermore, these pattern tables include tables for determining the second half fluctuation pattern, which is the fluctuation pattern after reaching the reach state (second half fluctuation group table, second half fluctuation pattern selection table, etc.)
, Contains a table (first half fluctuation group table, first half fluctuation pattern selection table, etc.) for determining the first half fluctuation pattern, which is the fluctuation pattern before reaching the reach state.

Here, reach (reach state) means having a display device whose display state can be changed, the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are determined in advance. In the gaming machine 10 in which the game state becomes a game state (special game state) advantageous to the player when the special result mode is set, at the stage where some of the plurality of display results have not yet been derived and displayed. A display state in which a display result that is derived and displayed satisfies the conditions for becoming a special result mode. In other words, the ready-to-reach state means that even when the variable display control of the display device progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed, the display conditions for the special result mode are not met. It refers to a display mode that does not exist. And, for example, a state in which variable display is performed in a plurality of variable display areas while maintaining a state in which the special result modes are uniform (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. In addition, the reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. A display state in which at least some of the display results of a plurality of variable display areas that are present satisfy the conditions for the special result mode.

Therefore, for example, the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device corresponding to the special figure variation display game changes the plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right variation display areas on the display device. After displaying, when the variable display is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle to display the result mode, the condition for the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all variable display areas is temporarily stopped, any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas satisfy the condition to become a special result mode (for example, the same The state of the identification information (excluding the special result mode) may be set as the ready-to-win state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from this ready-to-win state.

This ready-to-reach state includes a plurality of ready-to-reach effects, and as ready-to-reach effects with different possibilities of deriving special result modes (different expected values), normal reach (N reach), special 1 reach (SP1 reach), Special 2 Reach (SP2 Reach), Special 3
Reach (SP3 Reach) and Premier Reach are set. The expected value is higher in the order of "no reach"<"normalreach"<"special 1 reach"<"special 2 reach"<"special 3 reach"<"premierreach". Further, this ready-to-win state is included in the variable display mode at least when the special result mode is derived in the special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). That is, it may be included in the variable display mode when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is lost). Therefore, the state in which the ready-to-win state occurs is a state with a higher possibility of winning a big hit than the case in which the ready-to-win state does not occur.

The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B to generate a control signal (command) for the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300, or to generate and output a drive signal for a solenoid or a display device. 10 overall control. In addition, although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 generates a jackpot random number for determining a hit in the special figure variation display game, a jackpot pattern random number for determining the jackpot pattern, and a variation pattern (various types) in the special figure variation display game. Random number generation circuit for generating variation pattern random numbers for determining reach and execution time of variation display game in variation display without reach, hit random numbers for determining hit of normal figure variation display game, etc. and an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113
A clock generator is provided for generating a timer interrupt signal with a predetermined cycle (for example, 4 milliseconds (ms)) for the CPU 111A and a clock for updating the random number generation circuit based on the above.

In addition, the CPU 111A uses the ROM 111B in processing related to the special figure variation display game.
Any one variation pattern table is acquired from among a plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the . Specifically, the CPU 111A determines the game result of the special figure variation display game (hit (big hit or small win) or loss) and the probability state of the special figure variation display game as the current game state (normal probability state or high probability state), the operating state of the normal variable winning device 37 as the current game state (time-saving operating state), the number of start memories, etc., from among a plurality of variation pattern tables, select one variation pattern table. to get. where CP
U111A constitutes variation distribution information acquisition means for acquiring any one of a plurality of variation pattern tables stored in ROM 111B when executing a special figure variation display game.

The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like. is driven to perform control for paying out prize balls. In addition, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball lending request signal from the card unit of the ball lending machine attached to the game machine 10,
Perform control for paying out the rental balls.

The input unit 120 of the game microcomputer 111 includes the starting opening 1 switch 36 in the starting winning opening 36
a, starting port 2 switch 37a in normal variable winning device 37, gate switch 34a in normal starting gate 34, winning port switch 35a, special winning port switch 38 of special variable winning device 38
a, It is connected to the specific area switch 38e of the special variable prize winning device 38, and a negative logic signal such as 11 V at the high level and 7 V at the low level supplied from these switches is input, and 0
An interface chip (proximity I/F) 121 is provided for converting to a positive logic signal of V-5V. The proximity I/F 121 also receives a detection signal from a board radio wave sensor 62 that detects the emission of radio waves to the gaming machine 10 . Also, the proximity I/F 121 has an input range of 7V-11
By setting V, it is possible to detect an abnormal state such as an improper short circuit in the lead wire of a sensor or proximity switch, disconnection of a sensor or switch from a connector, or a floating lead wire due to disconnection. and is configured to output an anomaly detection signal.

In addition, when explaining the winning opening switch 35a, the winning opening switch 35a is 1 in FIG.
, but actually a plurality of (n) winning opening switches 35a (three in this embodiment) are provided on the game board 30, and the respective signals are brought close to each other through different signal lines. I
/F121. In addition, in FIG. 3, the large winning opening switch 38a is shown as one block, but actually a plurality of (x) large winning opening switches 38a (three in this embodiment)
) are provided on the game board 30 . And these plurality of big winning opening switches 38a
Either connected by different signal lines, or, for example, the switch and the game control device 10
It is connected to the game control device 100 by a method called wired OR on a relay board (not shown) existing between 0 (main board). The board radio wave sensor 62 and the later-described magnetic sensor 61 may also be connected by a plurality of different signal lines, or may be similarly connected to the game control device 100 by a method called wired OR.

The output of the proximity I/F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123 or the third input port 124 and read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140 . In addition, the proximity I/F
121 outputs, starting port 1 switch 36a, starting port 2 switch 37a, gate switch 34a, prize winning port switch 35a, big winning port switch 38a, and specific area switch 3
The detection signal of 8 e is input to the second input port 123 . It should be noted that the output of signals from the starter 1 switch 36a and the starter 2 switch 37a, which are the starter switches in Special Figure 1 (proximity I/F 12
1) is shown by one signal line in FIG. 3, but there are actually two lines.

Among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121 , the detection signal of the board radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when abnormality of the sensor or switch is detected are input to the third input port 124 . Further, the third input port 124 receives the detection signal of the fraud detection magnetic sensor 61 provided on the front frame 12 of the game machine 10 or the like, and the glass frame open detection switch provided on the glass frame 15 of the game machine 10 or the like. 63 detection signal, detection signal of the main body frame open detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main body frame) 12 of the game machine 10, detection signal of the setting value change switch 126, detection signal of the setting key switch 127, payout control A touch switch signal (a signal based on the input of the touch switch provided in the operation unit 24) from the device 200 is input.

In addition, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the output to the second input port 123 is also supplied from the game control device 100 through the relay board 70 to a test fire test device (not shown). Furthermore, among the outputs of the proximity I/F 121, the detection signals of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a are configured to be input to the game microcomputer 111 in addition to the second input port 123.

As described above, the proximity I/F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I/F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12 V from the power supply device 400 in addition to a voltage of 5 V required for normal IC operation. It's becoming

The data held by the second input port 123 is obtained by asserting (effective level ), it can be read out. The same applies to the third input port 124 and the first input port 122 described later.

In addition, the input unit 120 receives the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112, the payout control device 20
Frame radio wave illegal signal from 0 (signal output based on the detection of radio waves by the frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12), payout busy signal (whether or not the payout control device 200 is in a state where it can accept commands signal), payout error status signal (status signal indicating payout error)
, Shoot ball break switch signal (signal indicating lack of game balls before payout), overflow switch signal (game balls are stored in the lower tray 23 at a predetermined amount or more (full)
A first input port 122 that takes in an out-ball detection switch signal (a signal that is output when an out-ball is detected) and supplies it to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. is provided.

The out-ball detection switch signal is a signal output from an out-sensor (not shown) each time it detects one out-ball of the gaming machine 10 . For example, the out ball detection switch signal is provided in a discharge channel (not shown) between a discharge port (not shown) for discharging game balls (out balls) from the gaming machine 10 and the out port 30a. The out-ball detection switch signal is a game performance per predetermined operation (eg, 60,000 out-balls)
base), and the calculated game performance is displayed on the performance display device 135 . Note that the out ball detection switch signal may be input to the effect control device 300 .
In that case, the out-ball detection switch signal may be used for determination of an operating state that triggers switching to a game presentation or a customer waiting screen display. For example, the performance display device 135 is a 4-digit 7-segment LED, and can display game performance in decimal or hexadecimal.

Also, the game machine 10 may be provided with a vibration sensor switch for detecting vibration, and the detection signal of this vibration sensor switch may be input to the first input port 122 or the third input port 124 .

In addition, the game control device 100 is provided with a Schmidt buffer 125 for inputting signals such as power failure monitoring signals and reset signals from the power supply device 400 to the game microcomputer 111 and the like. It has the function of removing noise from the signal. A power failure monitoring signal from the power supply 400 and an initialization switch signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 are once input to the first input port 122 and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140 . That is, they are treated as signals equivalent to the signals from the various switches described above. This is because the number of terminals for receiving signals from the outside provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 is limited.

On the other hand, the reset signal RESET from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt buffer 125 is
It is directly input to the reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and supplied to each port of the output section 130 . In addition, the reset signal RESET is output directly to the relay board 70 without going through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test-firing test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test-firing test apparatus. is configured to again,
The reset signal RESET may be configured to be output to the test-firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 . Note that the reset signal RESET is not supplied to the first to third input ports 122 , 123 and 124 of the input section 120 . The data set to each port of the output section 130 by the game microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input must be reset to prevent malfunction of the system. This is because the data read by the game microcomputer 111 from each port is discarded when the game microcomputer 111 is reset.

The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmidt buffer 132 arranged on a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200 . Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. In addition, the serial communication from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 is one-way communication in which a signal cannot be input to the game control device 100 from the effect control device 300 side.

In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and transmits data for notifying the special symbol pattern information of the variable display game to a trial firing test device of an accredited organization (not shown), a signal indicating the probability state of the big hit, etc. via the relay board 70. A buffer 133 for output is configured to be mountable. This buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko game machine as an actual machine (mass-produced product) installed in amusement arcades. It should be noted that detection signals of switches that do not need to be processed, such as starting switches, output from the proximity I/F 121 are supplied to the test-firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133 .

On the other hand, detection signals such as those from the magnetic sensor 61 and board radio wave sensor 62, which cannot be directly supplied to the test-firing test device, are temporarily taken into the game microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information, for example, when the game machine is used as a game signal. An error signal indicating the uncontrollable state is supplied from the data bus 140 through the buffer 133 and the relay board 70 to the test-firing apparatus.
The relay board 70 is provided with a port for taking in the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplying it to the test firing test apparatus, a connector for relaying the signal line of the detection signal of the switch not via the buffer, and the like. ing. The game microcomputer 11 is connected to the port on the relay board 70.
A chip enable signal CE (not shown) output from 1 is also supplied, and signals of ports selectively controlled by this chip enable signal CE are supplied to the test-firing test apparatus.

In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140, and outputs the opening/closing data of the special winning opening solenoid 38b for opening and closing the opening/closing member 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 (large winning opening), and the V door of the special variable winning apparatus 38. A first output port 134a is provided for outputting opening/closing data for the specific area solenoid 38d to be opened/closed, opening/closing data for the general electric solenoid 37c for opening/closing the movable member 37b of the normal variable winning device 37, and display data for the performance display device 135. It is

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a second output port 134b for outputting display data of the probability set value display device 136 . The output unit 130 also includes a third output port 134c for outputting ON/OFF data of the segment line to which the anode terminals of the LEDs are connected according to the content to be displayed on the collective display device 50, and the collective display device 50. a fourth output port 1 for outputting on/off data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED of
34d is provided.

In addition, the output unit 130 outputs information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal board 71 .
A fifth output port 134e is provided for outputting to. The external information terminal board 71 includes:
A photorelay is provided and can be connected to, for example, an external device (information collection terminal, game hall internal management device (hall computer), etc.) installed in amusement parlor, and information about the game machine 10 is transmitted to the external device via the photorelay. can be supplied to Part of the information supplied to the external device is output from the fourth output port 134d. Also, a launch permission signal is output to the payout control device 200 via the Schmidt buffer 132 from the fifth output port 134e.

Further, the output unit 130 receives opening/closing data signals of the big winning opening solenoid 38b, the specific area solenoid 38d, and the general electric solenoid 37c output from the first output port 134a, and generates and outputs a solenoid driving signal. (Drive circuit) 138a, a second driver 138b for outputting an ON/OFF drive signal for the segment line on the current supply side of the display device 50 output from the third output port 134c, and a batch output from the fourth output port 134d An external information signal is supplied to an external device such as a management device from a third driver 138c, a fifth output port 134e, or a fourth output port 134d that outputs an on/off drive signal for a digit line on the current drawing side of the display device 50. A fourth driver 138d for outputting to the information terminal board 71 and a fifth driver 138e for receiving the display data signal of the performance display device 135 output from the first output port 134a and generating and outputting a drive signal for the performance display device 135 are provided. It is

DC 32V is supplied from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage to the first driver 138a so as to drive a solenoid operating at 32V. Also, the second driver 138b that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50 is supplied with DC 12V. The third driver 138c, which drives the digit lines, draws current from the digit lines according to display data, so the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V.

A second driver 138b that outputs 12 V supplies a current to the anode terminal of the LED through a segment line, and a third driver 138c that outputs a ground potential draws current from the cathode terminal through the segment line. A power supply voltage flows to the LEDs sequentially selected in , and the LEDs are lit. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71 is supplied with DC 12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. Note that the buffer 133, the first output port 134a, the first driver 138a, etc.
The output section 130 of the game control device 100, that is, may be provided on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board. Also, the performance display device 135, or the fifth driver 138e and the performance display device 135 may be provided on the output section 130 of the game control device 100, that is, not on the main substrate but on the side of an external substrate (not shown). .

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as identification codes and programs of each game machine to an external inspection device 490 . photo coupler 139
is configured so that the game microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 490 by serial communication. For the avoidance of doubt, the transmission and reception of such data shall be
Since the serial communication terminals of the gaming microcomputer 111 are used in the same manner as a general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as the first to third input ports 122, 123, and 124 are not provided.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of the production control device of the first embodiment.
The effect control device 300 is an amusement chip (IC
), and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 312 as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 according to commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311. , a sound source LSI 31 for controlling sound output to reproduce various melodies and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.
4.

The main control microcomputer 311 stores programs executed by the CPU and various data.
PROM 321 consisting of ROM (programmable read only memory), RAM 322 providing a work area, and FeRAM (which can retain memory contents even if power is not supplied at the time of a power failure).
Ferroelectric RAM) 323, and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 338 that constitutes timekeeping means for generating information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day of the week, time, etc.) are connected. A RAM 311a that provides a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. FIG. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311 . The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes a command (effect command) from the game microcomputer 111, determines the content of the effect, instructs the VDP 312 on the content of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 on the reproduction sound, and instructs the decoration lamp. lighting, motor and solenoid drive control,
It also executes processing such as performance time management.

The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a that provides a working area, and a scaler 312b that enlarges and reduces images. The VDP 312 also has an image ROM 325 storing character images and video data, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM 326 used to develop and process image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325.
is connected.

Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 are configured to transmit and receive data in parallel. Sending and receiving data in parallel allows commands and data to be sent in a shorter time than in serial mode.

From VDP 312 to main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronizing signal VSYN for synchronizing the image of display device 41 with lighting of decoration lamps provided on glass frame 15 and game board 30 is transmitted.
C. Synchronization signal STS that provides data transmission timing is input. Note that VDP312
to the main control microcomputer 311. Interrupt signals INT0 to n to inform the processing status such as the end of drawing to the VRAM, and a wait for notifying that the main control microcomputer 311 is in a state of waiting for reception of commands and data. Signals such as WAIT are also input.

The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by the LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling: small amplitude signal transmission) method. From the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313, video data, horizontal synchronizing signal HSY
NC and a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC are input, and the video generated by the VDP 312 is displayed on the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313 .

An audio ROM 327 storing audio data is connected to the sound source LSI 314 .
The main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 are connected via an address/data bus 340 . Also, an interrupt signal I
NT is to be input. The effect control device 300 is provided with an amplifier circuit 337 comprising an audio power amplifier or the like for driving the upper speaker 19a provided on the glass frame 15 and the lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12. The resulting voice is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b through the amplifier circuit 337. FIG.

Also, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I/F) 331 for receiving commands transmitted from the game control device 100 . Via this command I / F 331, the decoration special figure pending number command, decoration special figure command, variation command, stop information command, etc. transmitted from the game control device 100 to the production control device 300 are transmitted to the production control command signal (production command ). Game microcomputer 111 of game control device 100
operates at DC5V, and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC3.3V, so the command I/F 331 is provided with a signal level conversion function.

In addition, the effect control device 300 includes a board decoration LE that drives and controls a board decoration device 46 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40).
A D control circuit 332, a frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18) having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the glass frame 15, a game board 30 (a center case 40 is ) provided in the board production device 44 (for example, a movable accessory or the like that enhances the production effect in cooperation with the production display on the display device 41). These control circuits 332 to 334 that drive and control lamps, motors, solenoids, etc. are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via an address/data bus 340 . Note that the glass frame 15 may be provided with a frame effect device having a driving source such as a motor (for example, a motor for operating a device for effect), and may be provided with a frame effect movable body control circuit for driving and controlling the frame effect device. good.

Furthermore, the effect control device 300 includes the effect button switch 25a of the effect button 25, the setting switch 29a of the option setting unit 29, and the effect accessory switch 47 (effect motor switch) to detect the ON / OFF state of the main control microcomputer 311 and the function of inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311, and the state of the volume control switch 335 provided in the production control device 300 is detected and detected to the main control microcomputer 311 A switch input circuit 336 having a function of inputting a signal is provided. Note that in FIG. 4, the option setting unit 29
are collectively referred to as a setting switch 29a for the sake of convenience. , and a detection signal indicating each state of each switch is input to the main control microcomputer 311 .

The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 is the production control device 300 having the configuration as described above.
32 VDC for driving motors and solenoids, 12 VDC for driving motors and LEDs, 32 VDC for driving motors and solenoids, and 12 VDC for driving motors and LEDs. DC5, which is the power supply voltage of the command I/F 331
In addition to V, it is configured to generate a voltage of DC 15V for driving motors, LEDs, and speakers. Furthermore, when using an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3V or 1.2V as the main control microcomputer 311, DC3.3V is used based on DC5V.
The effect control device 300 is provided with a DC-DC converter for generating DC 1.2V. Note that the DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply section 410 .

The reset signal generated by the control signal generator 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to reset the device. In addition, VDP 312 (VDRESET signal), tone generator LSI 314
and an amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRESET signal), and control circuits 332 to 334 (IORESET signal) for driving and controlling lamps, motors, etc., to reset them. A cooling FAN 45 for cooling various parts of the game machine 10 is connected to the performance control device 300, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven when the performance control device 300 is powered on. Moreover, the circuit board which comprises the production|presentation control apparatus 300 is equivalent to a sub-control board (it is also called a sub-board).

Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described.
In the CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100, the normal figure start gate 3
Based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided in 4, the random number for the hit judgment of the normal pattern is extracted and compared with the judgment value stored in the ROM 111B, and the normal pattern fluctuation display game is displayed. A process of judging hit or miss is performed. Then, after the identification pattern (identification information) is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the general pattern display unit 55 of the collective display device 50, processing for displaying the normal pattern variation display game to be stopped and displayed is performed. When the result of the normal pattern variation display game is a win, the normal pattern display unit 55 displays a special result mode corresponding to each of the first hit stop pattern to the third hit stop pattern, and the general electric solenoid 37c. to open the movable member 37b of the normal variable winning device 37 for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds) as described above. That is, the game control device 100 serves as conversion control execution means for performing conversion control of the conversion member (movable member 37b). In addition, when the result of the normal pattern variation display game is a loss, the normal pattern display unit 55 is controlled to display the result mode of the loss.

In addition, based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the starting opening 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning opening 36, the starting winning prize (starting memory) is stored, and based on this starting memory, the first special figure fluctuation display game A random number value for judging a big hit is extracted and compared with the judging value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of judging a hit or miss of the first special figure variation display game is performed. In addition, a starting memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the starting port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal variable winning device 37, and based on this starting memory, the second special figure variable display game is used for judging the big hit. The random value is extracted and compared with the judgment value stored in the ROM 111B, and the process of judging the hit or miss of the second special figure variation display game is performed.

Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (production control command, production command) including the determination results of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game to the production control device 300. do. Then, after the identification pattern (identification information) is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 and the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54 of the collective display device 50, the process of displaying the special figure variation display game that is stopped and displayed. do That is, the game control device 100, starting winning area of the game ball flowing down the game area 32 (starting winning opening 36, normal variable winning device 37)
It constitutes game control means for controlling the progress of the variable display game based on the winning of the game.

Further, in the effect control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs processing for displaying a decoration special figure variation display game corresponding to the special figure variation display game. Furthermore, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the setting of the production state, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, the processing of controlling the light emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed. In other words, the effect control device 300 serves as effect control means for controlling effects related to games (such as variable display games).

Then, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit or a small hit, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode or the small win result mode in the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 or the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54. is displayed, and processing for generating a special game state or a small winning game state (that is, processing for executing a special game or a small winning game) is performed. In the process of generating a special game state when the result of the first special figure variation display game or the second special figure variation display game results in a big hit, the CPU 111A, for example, operates the special variation winning device 38 by the big winning opening solenoid 38b. The opening/closing member 38c is opened, and control is performed to enable the inflow of game balls into the big winning opening. In this special game state, the CPU 111A determines that either a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9) win a prize in the big winning opening, or a predetermined openable time elapses after the opening of the big winning opening. It is assumed that one round is to open the big winning opening until it is achieved, and control (cycle game) is performed to continue (repeated) this for a predetermined number of rounds. In addition, a small winning game state is generated when the result of the first special figure variation display game (special figure 1 variation display game) or the second special figure variation display game (special figure 2 variation display game) is a small win. In the processing, the CPU 111A, for example, opens the opening/closing member 38c of the special variable winning device 38 by the big winning opening solenoid 38b, and performs control to enable the inflow of game balls into the big winning opening.

The opening/closing operation pattern (opening/closing operation mode) of the big winning opening performed in the small winning game state is, for example, such that the opening/closing member is kept open for 200 msec four times at intervals of 1500 msec. In this way, the game control device 100 serves as a large winning opening opening/closing control means for controlling opening and closing of the large winning opening when the stop result mode becomes the special result mode. When the result of the special figure variation display game is lost, the CPU 111A controls the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 and the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54 of the collective display device 50 to display the result mode of the difference.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a high probability state as a game state after the special game state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. This high-probability state is
It is a state in which the probability of winning results in the special figure variation display game is higher than in the normal probability state.
In addition, even if a high probability state is reached based on the result mode of either the first special figure variation display game or the second special figure variation display game, the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure Both of the variable display games are in a high probability state.

In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a time-saving state (specific game state, general-purpose high-probability state) as a game state after the end of the special game state based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. In this time-saving state, the probability of winning the normal pattern fluctuation display game (normal pattern probability) is set to a high probability (normal pattern high probability state) higher than 0, which is the normal probability (normal pattern low probability state). is possible. As a result, the opening time of the normal variable winning device 37 per unit time is increased more than when the normal variable winning device 37 is in the normal low probability state. Here, in the normal variable winning device 37 in this embodiment, the normal pattern probability is set to "0" so as not to open the movable member 37b in the normal game state.

In addition, in the time saving state, the execution time of the normal pattern fluctuation display game (normal pattern fluctuation time) is, for example, 500 ms, and the normal pattern stop time for displaying the result of the normal pattern fluctuation display game is, for example, 600 ms, When the normal fluctuation display game results in a winning result and the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened, the opening time (normal electric open time) and the number of times of opening (for example,
500 ms x 1 time), the opening time of the second hit stop pattern (electrical open time) and the number of times of opening (for example, 1700 ms x 2 times), the open time of the third hit stop pattern (electrical open time) and opening number of times (
For example, it is possible to set it to be 1700 ms×3 times).

In addition, the execution time of the normal pattern fluctuation display game, the normal pattern stop time, the number of times the normal pattern is opened, and the normal pattern open time are set appropriately so as to control the normal pattern fluctuation display game and the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37 to the time saving operation state. For example, in the time saving state, it is possible to control the execution time (ordinary figure fluctuation time) of the above-mentioned normal figure fluctuation display game to be the second fluctuation display time shorter than the first fluctuation display time. (eg 10000 ms is 1000 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, it is possible to control the normal pattern stop time for displaying the result of the normal pattern fluctuation display game to be a second stop time shorter than the first stop time (for example, 1604 ms 70
4 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, when the normal fluctuation display game results in a winning result and the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened, the opening time (general electric open time) is set to the normal state (normal low probability state). It is possible to control the second opening time to be longer than one opening time (eg 100 ms to 1352 ms). In addition, in the time saving state, the number of openings of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 (the number of openings of the normal electric power) is greater than the first number of openings (for example, two times) for one winning result of the normal figure fluctuation display game. It is possible to set a second opening number of times (eg, four times). In addition, in the time-saving state, the probability of winning the normal pattern fluctuation display game (normal pattern probability) is changed to the normal probability in the case of the normal operation state (normal pattern low probability state, for example, 1/
251) can be set to a higher probability (normal pattern high probability state, eg, 250/251).

In the time saving state, the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened by changing one or more of the normal pattern fluctuation time, the normal pattern stop time, the normal pattern opening number of times, the normal pattern opening time, and the normal pattern probability. Make the conversion time longer than usual. It is also possible to set a plurality of types of time-saving states with different things to be changed. Alternatively, either the first opening mode or the second opening mode may be selected when a win is achieved. In this case, the selection probabilities of the first open mode and the second open mode may be different. Moreover, the high probability state and the time saving state can be generated independently of each other, both can be generated at the same time, or only one of them can be generated. In addition, the time saving state is the normal electricity support state (under normal electricity support or during electricity support)
can also be called

Next, the configuration of the collective display device will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of a batch display device according to the first embodiment. The collective display device 50 includes 7-segment LED_d1 and 7-segment LED_d2, and 16 LEDs from LED_d3 to LED_d18.
Have D. The collective display device 50 includes a 7-segment LED_d1 and a 7-segment LED_d
2, and LED_d3 to LED_d18 display various states.

Collective display device 50, by allocating various status display functions to 7-segment LED_d1 and 7-segment LED_d2, and LED_d3 to LED_d18, round display unit 51, special figure 1 reserved display unit 52, and special figure 1 pattern display unit 53 , a special figure 2 pattern display part 54, a normal figure pattern display part 55, a general figure reservation display part 56, a state display part 57, and a special figure 2 reservation display part 58. The round display unit 51 includes four LEDs, LED_d3 to LED_d6.
The number of rounds in the special game is displayed by the lighting mode of . The special figure 1 pending display unit 52 displays the number of reservations in the special figure 1 game by the lighting mode of two LEDs, LED_d11 and LED_d12. The special figure 1 pattern display unit 53 has 8 L of 7 segment LED_d1
The pattern in the special figure 1 game is displayed by the lighting mode of the ED (7 segment LEDs and 1 dot LED). The special figure 2 design display unit 54 displays the design in the special figure 2 game by the lighting mode of the 8 LEDs (7 segment LEDs and 1 dot LED) of the 7 segment LED_d2. The general pattern display unit 55 displays the patterns in the general pattern game by lighting modes of three LEDs, LED_d8, LED_d10, and LED_d18. The normal-pattern reservation display unit 56 displays the number of reserves in the normal-pattern game by the lighting modes of the two LEDs, LED_d15 and LED_d16. The state display unit 57 displays LED_d7, LE
The game state in the special figure game is displayed by the lighting modes of the three LEDs D_d9 and LED_d17. The special figure 2 reservation display unit 58 displays the number of reservations in the special figure 2 game by the lighting mode of two LEDs, LED_d13 and LED_d14.

The control of the gaming machine that performs such games will be described below. First, the control executed by the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 will be described. The control processing by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly consists of main processing and timer interrupt processing which is performed at predetermined time intervals (for example, 4 milliseconds).

[Main processing]
First, the main processing of the game control device of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 10. FIG. FIG. 6 is a diagram (part 1) illustrating a flowchart of main processing according to the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram (part 2) showing a flowchart of the main processing of the first embodiment.
FIG. 8 is a diagram (part 3) showing a flowchart of the main processing of the first embodiment. Figure 9
4 is a diagram (part 4) showing a flowchart of main processing of the first embodiment; FIG. FIG. 10 is a diagram (No. 5) illustrating a flowchart of the main processing of the first embodiment.

The main process is started by the control section (game microcomputer 111) when the power is turned on. In this main process, first, a process of prohibiting interrupts (step S1) is performed, and then a stack pointer setting process of setting the stack pointer, which is the top address of the area where the values of registers and the like are saved when an interrupt occurs. (Step S2) is performed. Next, register bank 0 is designated (step S3), and the upper address of the RAM top address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S4). RAM11
The address range of 1C is 0000h to 01FFh, with 00h or 01h being the higher order. In step S4, 00h at the top of the address range of the RAM 111C is set.

Next, a firing stop signal is output to set the firing permission signal to a prohibited state (step S5).
. The launch permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 is outputting a firing stop signal, and the shooting of game balls is prohibited.

After that, the state of input port 1 (first input port 122) is read into the first register (eg B register) (step S6), and then the state of input port 3 (third input port 124) is read into the second register (eg C register) (step S7).

Here, predetermined bits of the first register are masked and other bits are cleared (step S8). For example, only the 2nd bit of the B register corresponding to the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 is held, and the 0th and 1st bits and the 3rd to 7th bits are cleared. Then, predetermined bits of the second register are masked and other bits are cleared (step S9). For example, only the 4th bit of the C register corresponding to the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 is held, and the 0th to 3rd bits and the 5th to 7th bits are cleared.

The information in the first register is integrated into the second register, and the information held by the second register is stored in RAM1.
11C is retained as reference information (step S10). For example, the logical sum of the B register and the C register is stored in the C register, and the C register is held as a state reference register.

For example, the value "00000000B" of the state reference register (C register) is "0" with the 0th and 1st bits, the 3rd and 5th to 7th bits cleared, and the 2nd bit is It is "0" corresponding to the ON detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112, and indicates that the fourth bit is "0" corresponding to the ON detection signal from the setting key switch 127. FIG. That is, the value "00000000B" of the state reference register indicates the setting change state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (ON) and the setting key switch 127 is on (ON).

Also, the value "00010000B" of the state reference register is the 0th bit and the 1st bit,
The 3rd and 5th to 7th bits are cleared to '0' and the 2nd bit is RA
It is "0" corresponding to the ON detection signal from the M initialization switch 112, and indicates that the fourth bit is "1" corresponding to the OFF detection signal from the setting key switch 127. FIG. i.e.
The value "00010000B" of the state reference register indicates the RAM initialization state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is on (ON) and the setting key switch 127 is off (OFF).

Also, the value "00000100B" of the state reference register is the 0th bit and the 1st bit,
The 3rd and 5th to 7th bits are cleared to '0' and the 2nd bit is RA
It is "1" corresponding to the OFF detection signal from the M initialization switch 112, and indicates that the fourth bit is "0" corresponding to the ON detection signal from the setting key switch 127. FIG. i.e.
The value "00000100B" of the state reference register indicates the setting confirmation state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (OFF) and the setting key switch 127 is on (ON).

Also, the value "00010100B" of the state reference register is the 0th bit and the 1st bit,
The 3rd and 5th to 7th bits are cleared to '0' and the 2nd bit is RA
It is "1" corresponding to the OFF detection signal from the M initialization switch 112, and indicates that the fourth bit is "1" corresponding to the OFF detection signal from the setting key switch 127. FIG. i.e.
The value "00010100B" of the state reference register indicates the power restoration (recovery from power failure) state in which the RAM initialization switch 112 is off (OFF) and the setting key switch 127 is off (OFF).

As a result, the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 and the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 are held in the C register. Since the storage location (second bit) of the detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 in the B register and the storage location (fourth bit) of the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 in the C register are different, the B register and C The detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 and the detection signal from the setting key switch 127 are preserved without being lost even by the logical sum of the registers.

After that, processing for setting a power-on delay timer is performed (step S11). In this process, by setting a predetermined initial value, subordinate control means (for example, payout control device 200 and production control device 300, etc.) to perform various controls according to instructions from the game control device 100 forming the main control means A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) is set for waiting for the program of the slave control device to start normally. As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 10
It is possible to prevent the slave control means from failing to receive the command by sending the command to the slave control means before 0 rises first and the slave control means rises. That is, the game control device 100 serves as standby means for setting a predetermined standby time for delaying activation of the main control means and waiting for activation of the sub-control means when the power is turned on.

Also, the timing of the power-on delay timer is used to determine the validity of the data held in the RAM area (
This is performed using a storage area not subject to checksum calculation (RAM area, registers, etc. not subject to validity determination). As a result, when calculating check data such as a checksum of the RAM area, there is no need to exclude a part of the RAM area from the calculation, so control at power-on can be prevented from becoming complicated.

The detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is stored in the second register (C register). Operations can be saved reliably. That is, if the state of the RAM initialization switch 112 is read after the standby time has elapsed, the RAM initialization switch 112 may be operated after the standby time has elapsed, or the RAM initialization switch may be changed from power-on until the standby time has elapsed. It is necessary to continue to operate 112. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, even if you do not perform such troublesome operations, it will be detected by performing operations immediately after turning on the power, and initialization operations performed when turning on the power will be detected. It is possible to prevent a situation in which the

The second register (C register) stores the detection signal of the setting key switch 127. By storing the signal before the start of the standby time, the operation of the setting key switch 127 can be prevented. can be reliably detected. That is, after the waiting time has elapsed, the setting key switch 12 is
If the state of 7 is read, the setting key switch 127 is operated after the waiting time has elapsed.
or continue to operate the setting key switch 127 from power-on until the standby time elapses. However, by reading the status before the start of the standby time, even if you do not perform such a troublesome operation, it will be detected by performing an operation immediately after turning on the power. It is possible to prevent a situation in which a setting confirmation operation cannot be accepted.

Next, processing for setting a power-on delay timer (for example, about 3 seconds) (step S11
), the process of measuring the standby time and monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the standby time (
Steps S12 to S16) are performed. First, the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply 400 is read via the port and data bus and the number of times (for example, two times) to be checked is set (step S12). A determination is made (step S13).

If the power failure monitoring signal is ON (step S13; Y), it is determined whether or not the power failure monitoring signal has been on for the number of checks set in step S12 (step S1
4). If the power failure monitoring signal has not been turned on for the number of checks (step S14; N), the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is on (step S13). Further, when the power failure monitoring signal continues to be on for the number of checks (step S14;
Y), that is, if it is determined that a power failure has occurred, wait until the power supply of the gaming machine 10 is cut off. In this way, by judging that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal continues to be received for a predetermined period of time, it is possible to prevent false detection of a power failure due to noise, etc., and appropriately deal with problems that occur when the power is turned on. be able to.

That is, the game control device 100 serves as power failure monitoring means for monitoring the occurrence of power failure during a predetermined waiting time. As a result, it is possible to cope with a power failure that occurs during the period in which the activation of the game control device 100, which constitutes the main control means, is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately deal with troubles at the time of turning on the power. Note that access to the RAM 111C is not permitted until the standby time is over, and the memory contents at the time of the previous power shutdown are still retained.
When a power failure occurs here, there is no need to perform backup processing or the like. Therefore, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, there is no need to back up the RAM 111C, and the burden of control can be reduced.

On the other hand, if the power failure monitoring signal is not on (step S13; N), that is, if no power failure has occurred, the power-on delay timer is updated by "-1" (step S15), and the timer value changes to "0". ” (step S16). If the timer value is not 0 (step S16; N), that is, if the waiting time has not ended, the process returns to the process of setting the number of checks of the power failure monitoring signal (step S12). Also, if the timer value is "0
' (step S16; Y), that is, when the standby time is over, the RAM 11
Permission is granted to access a readable and writable RWM (Read Write Memory) such as 1C and EEPROM (step S17), and output off data to all output ports (set to no output state).
(step S18).

Next, the serial port (a port pre-installed in the game microcomputer 111,
Used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200) is set (step S19
).

In step S20, processing for activating a CTC circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the game microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed.

In step S21, a process of setting a RAM abnormality flag is performed. It should be noted that the setting of the RAM abnormality flag is temporary and can be updated in the process of checking for RAM abnormality that will be executed later.

In step S22, it is determined whether or not the value of power failure inspection area 1 in RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5Ah). If the value of power failure inspection area 1 is normal (step S22; Y), it is determined whether the value of power failure inspection area 2 in RWM is normal power failure inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (step S23), blackout inspection area 2
is normal (step S23; Y), checksum calculation processing (step S24) is performed to calculate the checksum of a predetermined area in the RWM.

In addition, in the checksum calculation process, the data of the work area for game control and the data of the work area for status display may be calculated as a checksum, or the data of the work area for game control and the work area for status display The checksum may be calculated separately from the data of the area, or the checksum may be calculated only from the data of the work area for game control. The work area for game control is a work area used for game control among the storage areas in the RWM. The work area for status display is a work area used for status display among the storage areas in the RWM.

Next, it is determined whether or not the checksum calculated in step S24 and the checksum at the time of power failure match (step S25). If it is determined that the checksums match (normal) (step S25; Y) clears the RAM abnormality flag provisionally set in step S21 (step S26).

If it is determined that the checksums do not match (not normal) (step S25;
N) bypasses step S26 and proceeds to step S27, thereby making the RAM abnormality flag provisionally set in step S21 definite. Even when it is determined that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (step S22; N or step S23; N), step S26 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S27. The RAM abnormality flag becomes definite.

In step S27, the second register (C register) is referred to and the setting key switch 12 is
7 is ON and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is ON. When the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is ON and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is ON, the process proceeds to step S33, and the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is ON and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is ON. If not on, step S
Proceed to 28.

Since the game control device 100 holds the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 and the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 in the second register (C register), the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 and the RAM initialization The detection signal of the change switch 112 can be determined at the same time. In addition, the game control device 100, the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 and the RAM
Since the detection signal of the initialization switch 112 is held in the second register (C register),
A detection signal from the setting key switch 127 and a detection signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 before the validity of the RAM is determined can be used as objects of determination.

In step S28, the controller determines whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is ON. The control unit proceeds to step S30 when the RAM abnormality flag is on (that is, when the RAM abnormality flag is set), and when the RAM abnormality flag is not on (that is, when the RAM abnormality flag is set).
If the abnormality flag is cleared), the process proceeds to step S29.

In step S29, the control unit determines whether or not the setting change mode flag is ON. The control unit proceeds to step S48 when the setting change mode flag is on, and proceeds to step S30 when the setting change mode flag is not on.

Steps S30 to S32 are the processes executed when the RAM is abnormal or when the power is shut off during setting and the RAM is not cleared and the system is restarted. step S3
At 0, the control unit transmits a command for main abnormality error notification to the effect control device 300 .
Thereby, the production control device 300 performs the production control corresponding to the main abnormality error notification command. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command of main abnormality error notification, displays a message guiding a restart accompanied by RAM clearing on the display device 41, or outputs sounds from the speakers 19a and 19b. In addition, the effect control device 300 receives a command for notifying the main abnormality error, and notifies the main abnormality error by the frame decoration device 18, the board decoration device 46, and the board effect device 44.例文帳に追加

In step S31, the control section displays the 7-segment display data when the game is stopped on the performance display device 135.
output to At this time, the controller can display the status corresponding to the main abnormality error on the performance display device 135 . In addition, the control unit outputs the 7-segment display data when the game is stopped to the probability set value display device 136 . At this time, the control unit can display numerical values and characters that are not included in the probability setting values on the probability setting value display device 136 . It should be noted that the control unit, L when the game is stopped
The 7-segment display data including the ED display data may be output to the collective display device 50 . At this time, the control unit may turn off all of the collective display device 50 or turn on all of them.

At step S32, the control section sends the ON data of the security signal to the external information terminal board 71.
Output from At this time, the control section turns off the output data of other signals output from the external information terminal board 71 . The control unit repeats steps S31 and S32 and waits for power shutdown. That is, the gaming machine 10 outputs the security signal from the external information terminal board 71 until the power is cut off. In addition, the game machine 10 waits for the power shutdown,
No signal other than the security signal is output from the external information terminal board 71 .

Note that the control unit does not prohibit RAM access in the repeated execution of steps S31 and S32 until power shutdown is awaited. As a result, the gaming machine 10 can display the NMI (No
When an n-Maskable Interrupt occurs, the return address can be stored in RAM to reduce the risk of program runaway. In this way, the control unit waits for power shutdown in step S31.
And the storage contents of the RAM during the repeated execution of step S32 are not protected by RAM access prohibition, but since RAM clearing at the time of restarting becomes the condition for game control start, the danger that the storage contents of RAM are not protected is limited there is That is, the gaming machine 10 obtains the effect of reducing the risk of program runaway while limiting the risk that the contents stored in the RAM are not protected. Further, the control unit does not prohibit RAM access in the repeated execution of steps S31 and S32 until the power is turned off, so that steps S31 and S32
can call subroutines to improve program efficiency.

Steps S33 to S36 are processes related to setting change preparation.
27, the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on and the RAM initialization switch 11
This processing is executed when the detection signal of 2 is on.

In step S33, the controller determines whether or not the RAM abnormality flag is ON. The control unit proceeds to step S34 when the RAM abnormality flag is on, and proceeds to step S35 when the RAM abnormality flag is not on.

In step S34, the controller clears the set value since the RAM abnormality flag is ON. The setting value may be cleared by setting an invalid value as the setting value, or by setting the most disadvantageous value for the player from the standpoint of anti-fraud measures.

In step S35, the control unit performs a process of setting a setting change mode flag. The setting change mode flag is a flag indicating whether or not the setting of the gaming machine 10 is being changed. The flag is cleared (reset).

In step S<b>36 , the control unit transmits a setting change command to the effect control device 300 . Thereby, the production control device 300 performs production control corresponding to the command during setting change. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command during setting change, displays a message guiding that the setting is being changed on the display device 41, or displays the speaker 19a, 1
Sound is output from 9b. In addition, the effect control device 300 receives a setting change command and notifies the frame decoration device 18, the board decoration device 46, and the board effect device 44 that the setting is being changed.

Step S37 is a process executed after preparation for setting change (steps S33 to S36) or after preparation for setting confirmation (steps S49 and S50). In step S37, the controller sets the security signal control timer to 128 ms. As a result, the gaming machine 10 outputs the security signal at least until the security signal control timer times out.

Steps S38 to S40 are processes related to waiting for the end of setting change or waiting for the end of setting confirmation. The game machine 10 outputs and sets the security signal in step S37, thereby making it possible to externally recognize the execution of processing related to waiting for the end of setting change or waiting for the end of setting confirmation.

After permitting the interrupt (step S38), the control unit refers to the second register (C register) to determine whether or not the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is off (step S
39). When the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is off, the control section proceeds to step S5.
5, and when the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not off, the process proceeds to step S40.

In step S40, the control unit determines whether or not a power failure has occurred. In addition, the control unit
Occurrence of a power failure can be determined by continuously detecting the power failure monitoring signal for a predetermined period of time. The control unit proceeds to step S41 if a power failure has occurred, and proceeds to step S if a power failure has not occurred.
Proceed to 39. That is, the control unit waits for the setting key to be turned off until the power failure occurs in a state in which the interrupt is permitted in step S38.

When the control unit determines that a power failure has occurred, processing for prohibiting interruption (step S4
1), a process of outputting OFF data to all output ports (step S42) is performed.
After that, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (step S43
), the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (step S44).
Furthermore, checksum calculation processing (step S45) for calculating the checksum when the RWM is powered off, and processing for saving the calculated checksum in the checksum area (step S46).
) is performed, a process of prohibiting access to the RAM (step S47) is performed, and then the game machine waits for the power supply to be cut off. In this way, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum when the power is shut off, it is possible to check whether the information stored in the RWM before the power shutoff has been correctly backed up. It can be judged at the time of re-insertion.

Step S48 is executed when it is determined in step S29 that the setting change mode flag is ON. At step S48, the control section refers to the second register (C register) to determine whether or not the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on. The control unit
If the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is on, the process proceeds to step S49, and if the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not on, the process proceeds to step S51.

Steps S49 and S50 are processes related to setting confirmation preparation. step S4
At 9, the control unit performs processing for setting a setting confirmation mode flag. The setting confirmation mode flag is a flag indicating whether or not the gaming machine 10 is confirming the settings. The setting confirmation mode flag is set when the settings are being confirmed, and the setting confirmation mode is being set when the settings are not being confirmed. The flag is cleared (reset). In step S<b>50 , the control unit transmits a setting confirmation command to the effect control device 300 . Thereby, the production control device 300 performs production control corresponding to the command during setting confirmation. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command during setting confirmation, displays a message guiding that the setting is being confirmed on the display device 41, or outputs sound from the speakers 19a and 19b. In addition, production control device 3
00 receives the setting confirmation command and notifies that the setting is being confirmed by the frame decoration device 18, the board decoration device 46, and the board effect device 44. - 特許庁After that, the control unit proceeds to step S37.

On the other hand, when the controller determines in step S48 that the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is not on, it executes step S51. In step S51, the control unit refers to the second register (C register) and determines whether or not the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on. If the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is on, the controller proceeds to step S52, and if the detection signal of the RAM initialization switch 112 is not on, the controller proceeds to step S58. That is, the game machine 10 proceeds to execute processing related to RAM initialization (RAM clear) upon detection of start-up accompanied by pressing operation of the RAM initialization switch 112, and
Upon detection of start-up without pressing of the AM initialization switch 112, the execution of processing relating to recovery from a power failure proceeds.

Next, a description will be given of the processing related to RAM initialization performed after step S52. R.
In the process related to AM initialization, the control unit clears the RAM areas other than the set values to 0 (zero clear) (step S52), and saves the initial values at the time of RAM initialization in the area to be initialized (
step S53). For example, the control unit sets the RAM clear head address 2 as the head address when clearing the RAM, and clears the area (work for game control) of the storage area (area not including the access prohibited area) of the RWM (for example, the RAM 111C). area) is cleared to zero.

Since the setting change mode flag and the setting confirmation mode flag are included in the data of the area to be cleared, they are cleared by clearing the data of the area to be cleared to zero.

In step S<b>54 , the control section transmits a command for RAM initialization to the effect control device 300 . Thereby, the production control device 300 performs production control corresponding to the command at the time of RAM initialization. For example, the effect control device 300 receives a command at the time of RAM initialization, displays a message guiding that the RAM has been initialized on the display device 41, or outputs sounds from the speakers 19a and 19b. In addition, the effect control device 300 receives a RAM initialization command and notifies the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 4 that the RAM has been initialized.
6. Notify by the board effect device 44.

Further, when the control unit detects that the detection signal of the setting key switch 127 is OFF after executing the process (steps S38 to S40) related to waiting for the end of setting change or waiting for the end of setting confirmation, step S55 is executed. Run. After prohibiting the interruption (step S55), the control unit transmits a notification end command to the effect control device 300 (step S
56).

Thereby, the effect control device 300 terminates the notification that the setting is being changed started by receiving the setting change command, or the setting confirmation that is started by receiving the setting confirmation command. .

Next, the control unit refers to the setting change mode flag to determine whether or not the setting change mode is in effect (step S57). If the control unit is in the setting change mode, step S5
Proceed to 2 to execute processing related to RAM initialization. On the other hand, if the control unit is not in the setting change mode, the control unit proceeds to step S58 and executes processing related to recovery from power failure.

In step S58, the control unit executes power failure recovery processing. The power failure recovery process saves the initial value at the time of power failure recovery in the area to be initialized, refers to the special figure status to determine whether the special figure game is in the high probability, and determines whether the special figure game is in the high probability If , it includes a process of saving ON information in the high-probability notification flag area and saving ON-data of the high-probability notification LED in the segment area.

The areas to be initialized in the power failure recovery process are the power failure inspection area, the checksum area, the setting change mode flag, the setting confirmation mode flag, and the area related to error monitoring. In the power failure restoration process, the busy signal status area for storing the state of the payout busy signal, which is a signal indicating whether or not the payout control device 200 can accept commands, is also cleared, and the state of the payout busy signal is determined. It is in an indeterminate state indicating that the Similarly, the touch switch signal state monitoring area for storing the state of the touch switch signal is also cleared and set to an indeterminate state indicating that the state of the touch switch signal has not been determined.

Next, the control unit transmits a power failure recovery command corresponding to the special game processing number to the production control board (production control device 300) (step S59), and proceeds to step S60. In addition, in step S59, model designation command, special figure 1 reservation number command, special figure 2 reservation number command,
A plurality of commands such as a probability information command, a probability setting value information command, a screen designation command, etc. are transmitted. Also, depending on the model, in addition to these commands, information about the number of presentations and high-probability number information is transmitted. In addition, the screen designation command means that the control state of the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are both normal processing (during fluctuation, during jackpot (first special game state),
In the case of a small win (a state that is neither of the second special game states), it is a command to display a customer waiting demo screen, and in other cases, it is a command to display a recovery screen. is a command to

In step S60, the control unit performs a process of starting and setting the random number generation circuit. After that, the value of a predetermined register (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit when the power is turned on is extracted, and the corresponding initial value random numbers (big hit design initial value random number, small hit design initial value random number, hit initial After saving in a predetermined area of the RWM as an initial value (start value) (value random number, winning design initial value random number) (step S61), interrupt is permitted (step S62).

Subsequently, the control unit performs an initial value random number update process (step S63) for updating the values of various initial value random numbers to break the regularity of the random numbers. This initial value random number update process is a process of updating (incrementing) each initial value random number by, for example, "+1". In this way, the gaming machine 10 can increase the randomness of the random numbers by continuing to update the initial value random numbers as long as time permits in the main processing.

Here, the control unit once prohibits the interrupt (step S64), executes the performance display editing process (step S65), and permits the interrupt after executing the performance display editing process (step S66). Performance display editing processing is processing related to base calculation and display. Since the processing load of the performance display editing process is relatively high, the control unit prohibits interrupts to derive processing results more quickly. As a result, the gaming machine 10 guarantees derivation of the processing result of the performance display editing processing until the gaming state is updated by the timer interrupt.

In step S67, the control unit determines whether or not a power failure has occurred. In addition, the control unit
Occurrence of a power failure can be determined by continuously detecting the power failure monitoring signal for a predetermined period of time. The control unit proceeds to step S41 if a power failure has occurred, and proceeds to step S if a power failure has not occurred.
Proceed to 63.

That is, the control unit repeatedly executes the processes from step S63 to step S67 as long as power failure does not occur. Specifically, when a power failure has not occurred, the control unit repeatedly performs initial value random number updating processing, performance display editing processing, and power failure monitoring signal checking (loop processing).

Then, interrupt is permitted (step S63) before the initial value random number update process (step S63).
66) Therefore, if a timer interrupt occurs during initial value random number update processing, the interrupt processing will be executed with priority, and interrupt processing will be put under pressure by waiting for the timer interrupt due to the initial value random number update processing. can be avoided.

Similarly, interrupts are prohibited (step S6) before the performance display editing process (step S65).
4) As a result, the performance display editing process is executed with priority over the timer interrupt,
It is possible to avoid pressure on the performance display editing process.

From the above, the main control means (game control device 100) that controls the overall game, and the sub-control means (payout control device 200,
At the time of power-on, the main control means delays the activation of the main control means and waits for the activation of the sub-control means. Means (game control device 100) and power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the predetermined waiting time.

Also, a power supply device 400 that supplies power to various devices is provided, and the power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when the occurrence of a power failure is detected, power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) , it is determined that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal continues to be received for a predetermined period of time.

In addition, the main control means (game control device 100) includes a RAM 111C capable of storing data,
Initialization operation unit (RAM initialization switch 112) that can be operated from the outside, and initialization means (game control device 100) for initializing data stored in RAM 111C based on the operation of the initialization operation unit , and the operation state of the initialization operation unit is read before the standby time starts.

It should be noted that the game control device 100 has a function (first 1 initialization means, second initialization means), it is possible to realize optimum and efficient initialization processing according to the situation.

In addition, the main control means (game control device 100) includes a RAM 111C capable of storing data,
Externally operable setting operation unit (setting value change switch 126, setting key switch 12
7), and a setting change means (game control device 100) for changing the setting value stored in the RAM 111C based on the operation of the setting operation unit to enable setting change, and a setting display unit ( The setting (setting value) can be confirmed by providing the probability setting value display device 136). In addition, the main control means (game control device 100), RAM after the elapse of the standby time
111C access is permitted.

In addition, the main control means (game control device 100) prohibits access to the RAM (RAM 111C) (step S47) and waits for the execution of all processes to stop during power failure standby processing (
a loop after step S47), and a RAM abnormality standby process (loop of steps S31 and S32) that waits for the execution of all processes to stop while permitting access to the RAM (RAM 111C) (step S17). making it executable.

Here, the power failure standby process and the RAM abnormality standby process will be described. The power failure standby process is a loop process that is executed after access to the RAM is prohibited in step S47 of the main process, and waits for the execution of all processes to stop. Also, since the power failure standby process is executed after the interrupt is prohibited in step S41 of the main process, the interrupt (timer interrupt) other than the NMI interrupt is prohibited. It should be noted that the standby process at the time of power failure is NMI
NMI interrupts can occur because interrupts cannot be disabled for interrupts. However, since the power failure waiting process is a process that is executed when a power failure occurs, there is little risk that an NMI interrupt will occur during the execution of this process. Also, the power failure standby process is a standby process that does not accompany an anomaly notification. As a result, the gaming machine 10 can allocate the power until the power shutdown to the power failure process. The gaming machine 10 inhibits access to the RAM during standby processing at the time of power failure, thereby reducing the risk that the stored contents of the RAM will change due to unstable voltage.

The RAM abnormality standby process is a loop process that is executed after access to the RAM (RWM) is permitted in step S17 of the main process, and waits for the execution of all processes to stop.
In addition, since the RAM abnormality standby process is executed after interrupts are prohibited in step S1 of the main process, interrupts other than NMI interrupts (timer interrupts) are prohibited. In addition, since the standby process at the time of power failure cannot prohibit interrupts for NMI interrupts, N
An MI interrupt can occur. Since the RAM abnormality standby process is a process of waiting for power shutdown, the risk of an NMI interrupt occurring during execution of this process is greater than that of the power failure standby process.
However, since access to the RAM is permitted even if an NMI interrupt occurs, the RAM abnormality standby process can store the return address in the RAM, and the risk of program runaway caused by the NMI interrupt is small. In addition, since the game machine 10 transmits the command of the main abnormality error notification to the effect control device 300 in step S30, the abnormality notification by the effect control device 300 can be performed in parallel during the execution of the RAM abnormality standby process. can be done. As a result, the gaming machine 10 can be expected to restart quickly.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, the timer interrupt processing of the game control device 100 will be explained using FIG. Figure 1
1 is a diagram showing a flowchart of timer interrupt processing according to the first embodiment. This timer interrupt process is performed during the period from when the interrupt is permitted until when the interrupt is prohibited (from step S38 to step S41, from step S38 to step S55, from step S66 to step S64, from step S66). to step S41)
This is the interrupt processing that occurs in The timer interrupt processing is processing executed by the CPU 111A.

Timer interrupt processing is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and timer interrupt processing is started.

When timer interrupt processing is started, first, register bank 1 is specified (step S7
1). Switching to register bank 1 is equivalent to performing register save processing to move the value held in a predetermined register (for example, a register used in main processing) to RWM. Next, the upper address of the RAM top address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step S72). In step S72, the same processing as step S4 in the main processing is performed, but the register bank is different.

Next, an input process (step S73) of reading inputs and signals from various sensors and switches, that is, reading the state of each input port is performed. In step S74, the control unit refers to the setting change mode flag and the setting confirmation mode flag to determine whether the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is in progress. If the control unit is in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, the control unit proceeds to step S75, executes the setting change/confirmation process, and ends the timer interrupt process. On the other hand, if the control unit is neither in the setting change mode nor in the setting confirmation mode, the process proceeds to step S76.

In step S76, the control section executes output processing for driving control of actuators such as solenoids (large winning opening solenoid 38b, general electrical solenoid 37c) based on the output data set in various processing.

When the firing stop signal is output in step S5 in the main processing, the firing permission signal is output by performing this output processing, and the firing permission signal can be set to the permission state. This launch permission signal is output to the launch control device via the payout control device. At that time, signal processing and the like are not performed. In addition, the launch permission signal is the game control device 1
00, and a second signal (fire permission signal) indicating the state of fire permission viewed from the payout control device 200 is also generated in the payout control device 200 and fired. Output to the control device. In other words, two launch permission signals are output to the launch control device,
It is configured such that the game ball can be shot when both are allowed to be shot.

Next, the control unit sends commands set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control device 20.
Payout command transmission processing for outputting 0 (step S77), random number update processing 1 (step S7
8), Random number update process 2 (step S79) is executed. Here, the random number update process 1 is a process for updating the initial value (start value) of the jackpot pattern random number, the small hit pattern random number, the hit random number, and the hit pattern random number that are targets of the initial value random number update process. . Also, the random number update process 2 is
It is a process of updating the variation pattern random number for determining the variation pattern in the variation display game of special figure 1 and special figure 2. The random number update process 1 or the random number update process 2 in addition to the random number update process 1 may stop the random number update during the setting change or change the update cycle.

Next, the control unit controls the starting port 1 switch 36a, the starting port 2 switch 37a, the normal gate switch 34a, the prize winning port switch 35a, the big winning port switch 38a, and the specific area switch 38.
Winning hole switch/state monitoring processing (step S80) is performed to monitor whether or not there is a normal signal input from e and monitor errors (whether the front frame or glass frame is open, etc.). In addition, a starting port switch monitoring process (step S81) for monitoring the winning of the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a is performed. In the starting opening switch monitoring process, when a game ball wins in the starting winning opening 36 forming the first starting winning opening or the normal variable winning device 37 forming the second starting winning opening, various random numbers (such as a jackpot random number) is extracted, and a game result preliminary determination is performed to determine in advance the game result based on the winning at the stage before the start of the special figure fluctuation display game.

Next, the control unit performs special figure 1 game processing (step S82) for performing processing related to the special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 game processing (step S83) for performing processing relating to the special figure 2 variation display game, general figure variation General-purpose game processing (step S
84).

Next, the segment LED provided in the gaming machine 10 to display the display of the special figure variation display game and various information related to the game (for example, the LE of the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 of the collective display device 50
D) segment LED editing process (step S85) to drive to display the desired content
), the detection signal from the magnetic sensor 61 is checked to determine whether or not there is an abnormality (step S86), and the detection signal from the board radio wave sensor 62 is checked to determine whether or not there is an abnormality. A board radio fraud monitoring process (step S87) is performed. Then, an external information editing process (step S88) for setting signals to be output to various external devices in an output buffer and a performance display device control process (step S89) are performed, and the timer interrupt process ends.

Here, in the first embodiment, the process of restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process of enabling interrupts) and the process of restoring the specification of the register bank (that is, the process of specifying register bank 0) It is automatically performed at the time of return (at the end of timer interrupt processing). It should be noted that depending on the CPU used, there are game machines that require a command to execute a process for restoring the interrupt disabled state or a process for restoring the designation of the register bank.

[Main processing]
Next, the main processing of the production control device 300 will be explained using FIG. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a flowchart of main processing in the effect control device of the first embodiment.

The main process is a process executed by the control unit (CPU 311) of the effect control device 300 when power supply to the gaming machine 10 is started.
[Step D11] The controller prohibits interrupts.

[Step D<b>12 ] The controller initializes the CPU 311 .
[Step D<b>13 ] The controller initializes the VDP 312 .
[Step D14] The controller permits an interrupt.

[Step D15] The controller permits generation of display data. That is, the control unit
A display circuit (not shown) in the DP 312 is permitted to access the VRAM (not shown) in the VDP 312 and generate display data.

[Step D16] The controller sets a random number seed. This is a process of setting a pseudo-random number generation sequence using, for example, the srand function. Here, the control unit may use a fixed value such as 0 (zero) as an argument given to the srand function, or use a value created based on the ID value of the CPU etc. so that it differs for each gaming machine. You may

[Step D17] The control unit uses the RWM of the effect control device 300 (for example, the RAM 322)
The initial value at the time of power-on is saved in an area to be initialized (for example, a flag area for production (storage area used as various flags described later in the control processing of the production control device 300)).

[Step D18] The controller clears the WDT (watchdog timer).
[Step D19] The control unit executes effect button input processing. The effect button input process is a process for performing editing when the effect button 25 (effect button switch 25a) is operated when enabled. Since the effect button does not turn on and off at high speed, the control unit may perform processing for sensing the input of the effect button within the effect button input process, or may be performed within a short cycle timer interrupt (not shown). good.

[Step D20] The control section executes hall/player setting mode processing. Hall/player setting mode processing includes setting the changeable range of the brightness of the LEDs and the display device 41, volume, etc.,
This is a process of accepting an operation such as changing the brightness of the LED or the display device 41 and the sound volume by the player.

[Step D21] The control unit executes random number update processing. For example, the random number update process is performed by r
This is a process of updating the pseudo-random numbers at least once in each control cycle of the main process using an and function. Since the rand function generates a random number based on the designated generation sequence each time recalculation is performed, the control unit can obtain the random number simply by executing the rand function. A counter that increments by "1" like the main board (game control device 100) may be used as the random number.

[Step D22] The controller executes a received command check process. The received command check process is a process of analyzing commands received from the game control device 100 in units of a predetermined number.

[Step D23] The control unit executes effect display editing processing. The effect display editing process is performed by V
This is processing for setting various commands and their parameters for instructing the DP 312 about the content of drawing on the display device 41 . For example, the control unit sets commands in a table in the effect display editing process.

[Step D24] The control unit executes drawing command preparation end setting. The drawing command preparation end setting is a process of setting that preparation of all commands to the VDP 312 set in the effect display editing process is completed.

[Step D25] The controller determines whether or not it is time to switch frames. If it is time to switch frames, the process proceeds to step D26. If it is time to switch frames, it waits for the time to switch frames. Here, the frame switching timing is determined by the V blank interrupt (
It is timing that arrives at a time interval corresponding to a processing cycle (for example, 1/30 second≈33.333 ms) created based on the cycle (for example, 1/60 second) of V sync interrupt). Note that the V blank interrupt occurs each time the VDP 312 completes one scan of the entire screen for drawing. The period of generation of this V blank interrupt is, for example, 1/60 second as described above. In this embodiment, when the same drawing is repeated twice and the V blank interrupt occurs twice, the frame is switched, and the cycle of the frame switching timing is twice the cycle of the V blank interrupt (for example, 1/60 second). (For example, 1/30 sec ≈ 33.33 ms
)become. However, the frame switching timing is not limited to this mode, and the frame switching timing can be changed arbitrarily. Frame switching may be performed periodically.

By the frame switching timing determination process, subsequent processes (steps D26 to D30 and subsequent steps D18 to D24) are executed at the frame switching timing for each processing cycle. Note that the time management that needs to be synchronized with the content of the presentation is performed in units of frames (that is, in units of processing cycles). If the processing period is 1/30 second, for example, 3 frames will be 100 ms. This is the same as that the main board (game control device) manages the time value in units of 4ms of the timer interrupt period.

[Step D26] The controller controls VDP3 according to the command set in step D23.
12 is instructed to draw the screen. For example, the control unit sequentially transmits commands set in a table to instruct the VDP 312 to draw the screen.

[Step D27] The controller executes sound control processing. The sound control processing is processing related to volume control of sounds from the speakers (the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b).

[Step D28] The controller executes decoration control processing. The decoration control process is a process for controlling various LEDs of the board decoration device 46, the frame decoration device 18, and the like.
[Step D29] The controller executes a movable body control process. The movable body control process is a process of controlling a movable body (for example, board effect device 44) including various motors and SOL (solenoid).

[Step D30] The control section executes a firing information control process. The launch information control process sets the launch-related information based on the launch status flag, and the special figure rotation state (the number of special figure fluctuations per game for a predetermined amount (that is, a predetermined number of rental balls)). mode correction.

[Step D31] The control unit executes information disclosure processing. The information disclosure process is a process of disclosing performance information regarding game performance to the player.
After executing step D31, the control unit returns to step D18, and thereafter returns to step D1.
8 to step D31 are repeatedly executed. That is, step D18 to step D
31 is a loop process (
Sometimes referred to as main loop processing).

Note that the control unit executes the processing of steps D27 to D29 in the main loop processing in order to match the screen effects. A signal for driving control, etc.) is actually output to the port in a short cycle timer interrupt (not shown). However, when an IC specialized for controlling various devices is used, there are cases in which signals, etc., are not output by timer interrupts, just by giving instructions through serial communication or the like.

Next, the display executed by the effect control device 300 during the game of the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. 13 . FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen during a game according to the first embodiment. Here, the display screen (sometimes simply referred to as "screen") is a screen consisting of one or more images displayed in the display area of the display device 41, and in principle different codes are used for different display contents. is attached.

A display screen 500 shown in FIG. 13(1) is a display screen in which symbols are stopped. It is used for period stop display. The display screen 500 includes a large pattern group 501, a small pattern group 502, a special figure 1 reserved number display 503, a special figure 2 reserved number display 504, and a reserved display 505.
, and a pending digestion display 506 are displayed.

The large pattern group 501 is in charge of game production for the purpose of improving interest. Therefore, large pattern group 5
01 is displayed in a large size by setting a variable display area in the approximate center of the display device 41 . The large symbol group 501 includes left symbols, middle symbols and right symbols.

In the display screen 500, the left symbol indicates that the symbol is stopped at "3", and the middle symbol indicates that
It shows that the symbol is stopped at "5", and the right symbol shows that the symbol is stopped at "7". That is, the large symbol group 501 on the display screen 500 indicates that the special symbol variation display game is in a stopped state (symbols are stopped).

The small symbol group 502 is in charge of notifying the variable display state for the purpose of improving the ease of grasping the game state of the player. Therefore, the small pattern group 502 is displayed in a small size on the periphery of the display device 41 so as to ensure visibility without interfering with the display performance by the large pattern group 501 . The small pattern group 502 is
It includes a left symbol, a middle symbol and a right symbol. On the display screen 500, the left, medium and right symbols that constitute the small symbol group 502 all indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in a stopped state.

In general, the large pattern group 501 is displayed larger than the small pattern group 502, has a high degree of freedom of display position, and can change its display mode greatly. On the contrary, the small pattern group 502 is
Compared to the large pattern group 501, it is displayed in a smaller size and has a lower degree of freedom of display position (for example, fixed position).

The special figure 1 pending number display 503 displays the number of pending memories (starting memories) of the special figure 1 game. On the display screen 500, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game is "4". The special figure 2 reserved number display 504 displays the number of reserved memories of the special figure 2 game. In the display screen 500, the special figure 2 reserved number display 504 indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game is "0". The number of pending storage that the pending display 505 displays corresponds to the sum of the number of pending storage that the special figure 1 pending number display 503 displays and the number of pending storage that the special figure 2 pending number display 504 displays.

For example, as shown in the display screen 500, when the special figure 1 pending number display 503 displays "4" and the special figure 2 pending number display 504 displays "0", the pending display 505 has four pending memories ( Start memory) display indicates that the number of pending memories is "4". It should be noted that the number of reservations or the number of reservations means the number of starting memories in which the special figure variation display game has not been executed.

A pending display 505 displays a pending memory that is on standby by means of a pending memory display (icon display). Suspension display 505 clearly indicates the number of suspension memories of the special figure fluctuation display game by its display mode (the number of suspension memory display displayed in suspension display 505 and each display mode (holding standby display mode)), and for each suspension memory can report the degree of expectation for the result of the game.

The pending consumption display 506 displays the pending memory being consumed by the pending memory display (icon). The pending digestion display 506 has its display mode (the pending storage display displayed in the pending digestion display 506,
And the display mode (holding digestion display mode)) can indicate whether or not the special figure variation display game is in the variation display state, and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result. In the display screen 500, the pending digestion display 506 has a blank (blank) inside the frame to indicate that the special figure variation display game is in a stopped state. After that, the gaming machine 10 starts the variable display.

A display screen 510 shown in FIG. 13(2) is a display screen after the start of the variable display. A display screen 510 is a screen subsequent to the display screen 500 and shows a screen during variable display (during three-symbol variation). On the display screen 510, the left, medium and right symbols of the large symbol group 501 are fluctuating, indicating that the special figure fluctuation display game is being fluctuated. Also, on the display screen 510, the left, medium and right symbols of the small symbol group 502 are fluctuating, indicating that the special figure fluctuation display game is being fluctuated.

On the display screen 510, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 indicates that the number of reserved memories of the special figure 1 game is "3".
, the special figure 2 pending number display 504 indicates that the number of reserved memories of the special figure 2 game is "0", and the pending display 505 shows that the number of reserved memories of the special figure fluctuation display game is "3 ”. In addition, on the display screen 510, a pending digestion display 506 displays a pending memory display that is being digested, indicating that the special figure variation display game is in the process of variation display.

The gaming machine 10 makes the large symbol group 501 translucent on the display screen 510, thereby increasing the visibility of the background display more than the visibility of the large symbol group 501.例文帳に追加On the other hand, the gaming machine 10 does not make the group of small symbols 502 semi-transparent on the display screen 510, thereby ensuring visibility that takes precedence over the background display.

First, the display mode of the pending memory display (the pending display mode (including the pending standby display mode and the pending consumption display mode)) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of a display mode of pending memory display according to the first embodiment.

The reserved memory display (icon) has a plurality of types of display modes, for example, there are seven display modes that can be identified by an identification code. The display mode identified by the identification code "H0" and the identification code "H1" is the default (standard) display mode, for example, a circular and white display mode. However, the display mode identified by the identification code "H0" is a display mode regarding the pending memory in which the pending notice effect is not scheduled. In other words, the display mode identified by the identification code "H0" is a display mode regarding the pending memory in the non-latent state in which the pending advance notice effect is not latent. Further, the display mode identified by the identification code "H1" is a display mode regarding the pending memory in which the pending notice effect is scheduled. In other words, the display mode identified by the identification code "H1" is a display mode regarding the pending memory of the latent state in which the pending advance notice effect is latent.

Note that the gaming machine 10 does not perform the suspension notice effect in the display mode identified by the identification code "H1", but even if the suspension notice effect is not performed, the identification code "H1" is displayed.
”, it is possible to perform an advance notice performance (for example, character display, voice output, etc.) that does not depend on the hold notice.

The display mode identified by the identification code "H2" is one of the display modes for notifying a predetermined degree of expectation, and is, for example, a circular and blue display mode. For example, identification code "H2"
The display mode identified by indicates a jackpot expectation of about 3%. Identification code "H3
is one of the display modes for notifying a predetermined degree of expectation, and is, for example, a circular and green display mode. For example, the display mode identified by the identification code "H3" informs about 10% of expected jackpot. The display mode identified by the identification code "H4" is one of the display modes for notifying a predetermined degree of expectation, and is, for example, a circular and red display mode. For example, the display mode identified by the identification code "H4" is 30
A jackpot expectation degree of about % is notified.

The display mode identified by the identification code "H5" is one of the display modes for notifying a predetermined degree of expectation, and is, for example, a circular and cherry blossom pattern display mode. For example, the identification code "H5
A display mode identified by ” informs about 70% of the expectation of a big hit. Identifying code"
The display mode identified by "H6" is one of the display modes for notifying a predetermined degree of expectation,
For example, it is a circular and rainbow pattern display mode. For example, the display mode identified by the identification code "H6" notifies about a 100% jackpot expectation.

The display form of the reserved memory display is not limited to the circular shape, and may be other shapes (for example, rectangular, star-shaped, etc.). In addition, the display mode of the retained memory display is not limited to the display in the stationary state,
The size may be changed, or the display may be accompanied by an action. In addition, the contents to be notified by the display mode of the pending memory display include the presence or absence of the derivation of the big hit (including small wins, etc.) and the possibility thereof, as well as the magnitude of the value at the time of presence or absence of support, etc.) or the possibility thereof. Further, the content notified by the display mode of the reserved memory display may be the presence or absence of reach development and the possibility thereof.

In this way, the gaming machine 10 can make an advance notice related to the result of the variable display game by the display mode of the pending memory display and the display mode of the pending consumption display.
Next, referring to FIGS. 15 to 20, a series of pending effects for changing (changing) the display mode of the pending memory display from the first mode (initial mode (pre-change mode)) to the second mode (final mode) is shown. to explain.

FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an example of the effect flow of the first embodiment. 16 is a diagram illustrating an example (1) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the first embodiment; FIG. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating an example (part 2) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the first embodiment; FIG. 18 is a diagram illustrating an example (part 3) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the first embodiment; 19 is a diagram illustrating an example (4) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the first embodiment; FIG. FIG. 20 is a diagram illustrating an example (part 5) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the first embodiment;

In the following, a series of holding effects will be described using an example of changing from the default (hidden) display mode (first mode) to the rainbow display mode (second mode).
[Effect Flow F1] The gaming machine 10 displays a state where the special figure variation display game is stopped. A display screen 511 in FIG. 16 (F1) shows an example of a screen displaying the fluctuation stop state.

The display screen 511 shows a screen in which the special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state (during stop display).
On the display screen 511, the left symbol, the medium symbol and the right symbol of the large symbol group 501 are stopped, indicating that the special symbol variation display game is being displayed in a stopped state. In addition, on the display screen 511, the left, medium and right symbols of the small symbol group 502 are stopped, indicating that the special figure variation display game is being displayed in a stopped state.

Further, on the display screen 511, the pending digestion display 506 indicates that the special figure variation display game is not in the variation display state by blank display. Also, on the display screen 511, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game is "4", and the special figure 2 reserved number display 504
indicates that the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game is "0", and the reserved display 505 indicates that the total reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game and the special figure 2 game is "4". Also in display screen 511, pending display 505 displays four white circular pending storage displays, each showing a default or default (latent) display mode.

[Effect Flow F2] The gaming machine 10 starts a special figure variation display game and displays symbol variation. A display screen 512 of FIG. 16 (F2) shows an example of the screen displaying the symbol variation.
A display screen 512 is a screen after the display screen 511 and shows a screen after the start of the variable display. On the display screen 512, the left pattern, the medium pattern and the right pattern of the large pattern group 501 are fluctuating.
Indicates that the special figure fluctuation display game is in the process of fluctuation display. Also, on the display screen 512, the left, medium and right symbols of the small symbol group 502 are fluctuating, indicating that the special figure fluctuation display game is being fluctuated.

In addition, on the display screen 512, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 displays the value ("3") obtained by subtracting one from the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game ("4"), and the reserved display 505 is the special figure A value (“3”) obtained by subtracting one from “4” is displayed as the number of pending memories of the variable display game. A pending digestion display 506 displays a pending storage display that is being digested, and indicates that the special figure variation display game is in a variation display state.

[Effect flow F3] The gaming machine 10 executes a suggestive effect. The suggestive effect is a effect that suggests that the display mode of the reserved memory display will change. Fig. 16 shows an example of the screen during execution of the suggestive effect
It is shown in the display screen 513 of (F3).

A display screen 513 is a screen after the display screen 512 and shows a screen during execution of the suggestive effect. A display screen 513 shows a state in which a suggestive effect is being performed for the first pending storage display in the pending display 505 (first in waiting order). Specifically, on the display screen 513, the hold display 505 displaying the first waiting (waiting order is the first) is shining, thereby indicating that the first waiting hold It clearly indicates that a change occurs in the display mode of the memory display (that it is subject to a series of pending effects).

In addition, the suggestive effect only needs to clearly indicate that the display mode of the reserved memory display will change.
It's not just about shining. For example, the gaming machine 10 may specify, as a suggestive effect, that the display mode of the reserved memory display is changed by enlarging or reducing the size of the reserved memory display.

[Effect Flow F4] The gaming machine 10 performs the first pending change effect. The first pending change effect is a effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display according to the derivation result of the effect (success or failure of effect). More specifically, the first pending change effect, when the effect is successful, changes the display mode of the pending memory display from the first mode (initial mode) to the second mode (final mode), When the performance fails, the display mode of the reserved memory display is not changed. A display screen 514 of FIG. 17 (F4) shows an example of a screen during execution of the first pending change effect.

A display screen 514 is a screen after the display screen 513 and shows a screen during execution of the first pending change effect. The display screen 514 includes an effect display 515 in its display contents.
The effect display 515 displays the first pending change effect (effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display) depending on the display mode. On the display screen 514, an effect display 515 displays an effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display (the first pending memory display to be changed), which is the target of a series of pending effects, by the effect using clouds. there is

For example, in the first pending change effect, the effect display 515 indicates success of the effect when lightning is generated from a cloud and directly hits the pending memory display to be changed, and the direct hit is made to the pending memory display to be changed. If not, it indicates a failure of the production.

The game machine 10 proceeds to the production flow F5 when the first suspension change performance is successful, and proceeds to the performance flow F6 when the first suspension change performance is unsuccessful.
[Effect Flow F5] When the first pending change effect is successful, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the final mode (second mode). FIG. 17 (F5) shows a screen example when the pending change effect is successful. The display screen 516 is the display screen 51
It is a screen after 4 and shows a screen when the first pending change effect is successful.

On the display screen 516, the display mode of the first reserved memory display, which was the default display mode, is displayed in the rainbow display mode, and the display mode of the reserved memory display is the first mode (default).
to the second mode (rainbow).

When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode,
End a series of pending performances.
[Effect flow F6] When the first pending change effect fails, the gaming machine 10 does not change the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed, and keeps the initial mode (first mode). .
FIG. 17 (F6) shows an example of a screen when the pending change effect fails. A display screen 517 is a screen after the display screen 514 and shows a screen when the first pending change effect fails.

On the display screen 517, the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed is displayed in the default display mode, and no change occurred in the display mode of the pending memory display (the first mode (
default)).

[Effect flow F7] The gaming machine 10 performs the first non-display (first erasure) of changing the display mode of the reserved memory display from display to non-display. FIG. 18 (F7a, F7b) shows an example of the screen when the first non-display is performed (the display mode of the pending memory display is changed from display to non-display).

A display screen 518 is a screen after the display screen 517 and shows a state before the first non-display. On the display screen 518, the large symbol group 501 shows a state in which the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped at symbol "7", and a ready-to-win with the winning symbol "7" is occurring.

A display screen 519 is a screen after the display screen 518 and shows a state after the first non-display. On the display screen 519, the display mode of the pending memory display (the pending display mode (including the pending standby display mode and the pending digestion display mode)) is changed from display to non-display, indicating that the first non-display has been performed. show. Specifically, on the display screen 519, the pending display 505 and the pending consumption display 506 are hidden, and the pending storage display that was displayed in the pending display 505 and the pending storage display 506 is also hidden. The display mode has changed from display to non-display).

Note that the non-display contents of the first non-display are not limited to the pending display 505 and pending consumption display 506 and the pending storage display displayed in the pending display 505 and pending consumption display 506 . For example, in the first non-display, the gaming machine 10 may hide only one of the pending display 505 and the pending consumption display 506 from display to non-display, or may be changed. Only the display mode of a certain reserved memory display (the reserved memory display whose waiting order is the first) may be hidden from display, or the display mode other than the target reserved memory display may be hidden from display. . Further, in the first non-display, the gaming machine 10 may change only the display mode of the pending storage display from display to non-display, and may not hide the pending display 505 and the pending consumption display 506 .

Also, the timing of performing the first non-display does not have to be when reach occurs. For example, the gaming machine 10, when the large symbol group 501 is changing to three symbols (state of the display screen 517),
may be hidden.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 has a display mode (holding standby display mode) of the pending memory display displayed in the pending display 505 in the first non-display mode (holding standby display mode) and a display mode (holding display mode) of the pending memory display displayed in the pending digestion display 506 It is not limited to changing from display to non-display at the same time.

Also, the gaming machine 10 may change the non-display contents according to the timing of performing the first non-display. Also, the gaming machine 10 may vary the non-display content and the non-display timing of the first non-display according to the second mode (final mode).

For example, by providing variations to the hidden content and timing of the first hidden display, the gaming machine 10 can prevent a decrease in interest due to the effects becoming rut.
[Effect flow F8] The gaming machine 10 performs the first display, changing the display mode of the reserved memory display from non-display to display. A display screen 520 in FIG. 18 (F8) shows an example of the screen after the first display (the display mode of the pending memory display is changed from non-display to display). Display screen 520 is similar to display screen 519
and shows the state after the first display.

In the display screen 520, the large symbol group 501 has the left and right symbols temporarily stopped at symbol "7" and the middle symbol temporarily stopped at symbol "6", indicating that the ready-to-win state has ended. Also, on the display screen 520, the display mode of the pending memory display, which was hidden on the display screen 519, has changed from non-display to display, indicating that the first display has been performed.

[Effect flow F9] The gaming machine 10 ends the special figure variation display game being executed, and displays the variation stopped state of the special figure variation display game. The gaming machine 10 is a second non-display that hides the display mode of the pending storage display (suspended digestion display mode) of the pending digestion display 506 in accordance with the change stopped state of the special figure variation display game. (Second erasure) is performed. A display screen 521 of FIG. 19 (F9) shows an example of the screen displaying the fluctuation stop state (after the second non-display).

A display screen 521 is a screen after the display screen 520, and shows a screen in which the special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state (during stop display). On the display screen 521, the left symbol, the middle symbol and the right symbol of the large symbol group 501 are stopped, indicating that the special symbol variation display game is being stopped and displayed.
Also, on the display screen 521, the left, middle and right symbols of the small symbol group 502 are stopped, indicating that the special symbol variation display game is being displayed in a stopped state.

In addition, on the display screen 521, the pending digestion display 506 is not displayed (the display mode of the pending memory display is changed from display to non-display) as the reserved memory display that was displayed on the display screen 520 ends with the end of the special figure fluctuation display game. , indicating that the second hiding has occurred. In addition, the pending digestion display 506 is hidden (by blank display) due to the pending storage display being hidden.
It shows that the special figure fluctuation display game is not in the fluctuation display state.

[Effect flow F10] The gaming machine 10 starts a special figure variation display game and displays symbol variation. With the start of the special figure variation display game, the gaming machine 10 performs a second display in which the display mode of the pending memory display of the pending digestion display 506 is changed from non-display to display.

Second display (the display mode of the pending memory display of the pending digestion display 506 is changed from hidden to displayed)
A later screen example is shown in the display screen 522 of FIG. 19 (F10). The display screen 522 is the display screen 5
21 is the screen after 21 and shows the state after the second display.

On the display screen 522, the left pattern, the middle pattern and the right pattern of the large pattern group 501 are fluctuating.
Indicates that the special figure fluctuation display game is in the process of fluctuation display. Also, on the display screen 522, the left, medium and right symbols of the small symbol group 502 are fluctuating, indicating that the special figure fluctuation display game is being fluctuated.

In addition, on the display screen 522, the special figure 1 reserved number display 503 displays the value ("2") obtained by subtracting one from the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game ("2"), and the reserved display 505 displays the special figure A value (“2”) obtained by subtracting one from “3” is displayed as the number of pending memories of the variable display game.

In addition, on the display screen 522, the display mode of the pending storage display 506, which was hidden on the display screen 521, has changed from non-display to display, indicating that the second display has been performed. In addition, on the display screen 522, the pending digestion display 506 is the pending memory display (the pending memory display to be changed) that was waiting first of the pending display 505 on the display screen 521.
is displayed, indicating that the special figure fluctuation display game for the pending memory display that is the change target is in the fluctuation display state.

[Effect flow F11] The gaming machine 10 performs the second pending change effect. The second pending change effect is a effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display from the first mode to a third mode (intermediate mode) different from the second mode. FIG. 20 (F11
) on the display screen 523 .

A display screen 523 is a display screen after the display screen 522 and shows a screen during execution of the second pending change effect. The display screen 523 includes an effect display 524 in its display contents.
The effect display 524 displays a second pending change effect (effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display) depending on the display mode. On the display screen 523, an effect display 524 shows that the display mode of the pending memory display, which is the change target, is changed to blue (third mode) by the effect using clouds. The third mode is, for example, a mode with a higher degree of expectation than the first mode and a lower level of expectation than the second mode. As a result, the gaming machine 10 can display to the player a gradual increase in expectations. It should be noted that the gaming machine 10 may set the third mode to a mode with a higher degree of expectation than the second mode.

For example, in the second pending change effect, the effect display 524 is replaced by the effect display 515 (Fig. 17 (F
The display screen 514) of 4) performs an effect to be displayed when the effect is successful, and changes the display mode of the reserved memory display from the first mode to the third mode.

[Effect flow F12] The gaming machine 10 performs the third pending change effect. The third pending change effect is a effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display from the third mode to the second mode.
A display screen 525 in FIG. 20 (F12) shows an example of the screen during execution of the third pending change effect.

A display screen 525 is a display screen after the display screen 523 and shows a screen during execution of the third pending change effect. The display screen 525 includes an effect display 526 in its display contents.
The effect display 526 displays a third pending change effect (effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display) depending on the display mode. On the display screen 525, the effect display 526 is such that the display mode of the pending memory display (the pending memory display being displayed in the pending digestion display 506 suggesting a change) that is to be changed by the effect using the clouds is a rainbow (second mode). ).

For example, in the third pending change effect, the effect display 526, similar to the effect display 524 (second pending change effect), effect display 515 (display screen 514 in FIG. 17 (F4)) when the effect is successful A display effect is performed to change the display mode of the reserved memory display from the third mode to the second mode.

When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode,
End a series of pending performances.
The above is a series of pending effects. According to this, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode (holding display mode) of the pending memory display to be changed from the first mode to the second mode when the first pending change effect is the success effect. and when the first pending change effect is a failure effect, the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed across the first non-display, first display, second non-display, and second display is changed. After changing from the first mode to the third mode, the mode is changed to the second mode.

The game machine 10 can improve the interest of the game by executing such an unprecedented novel pending effect.
In addition, since the gaming machine 10 is configured to display the second pending change effect and the third pending change effect when the effect in the first pending change effect is successful, the first pending change effect and the second pending change effect are displayed. A sense of unity can be given to the holding change performance and the third holding change performance, and it is possible to perceive that they are a series of related holding performances. Thereby, the game machine 10 can improve the interest of the game.

For example, the gaming machine 10 selects a change pattern that generates a success effect and directly changes to the second mode when the degree of expectation (expectation for a big win) is high, and generates a failure effect when the degree of expectation is low. A change pattern is selected to change to the second mode with the third mode interposed therebetween. By varying the process of change according to the degree of expectation in this manner, the gaming machine 10 can produce a sense of expectation by the process of change even if the final forms are the same. In addition, the gaming machine 10
When the degree of expectation is low, a success performance is generated to select a change pattern of directly changing to the second mode, and when the degree of expectation is high, the failure performance is generated to change to the second mode with the third mode in between. Choose a change pattern.

The timing of performing the second pending change effect and the third pending change effect is before the pending memory display to be changed is digested (before the variable display game corresponding to the pending memory display to be changed ends) ), and the pending memory display to be changed is the pending digestion display 506
may be displayed in the pending display 505 .

In addition, the timing of performing the second pending change effect and the third pending change effect may be in a state where the pending memory display is hidden, or when a condition for changing during non-display is satisfied. It may be changed by canceling non-display. When the non-display is canceled and changed, the non-display may be changed again, or the display may be continued without being hidden again.

Note that the gaming machine 10 may change the pending memory display being displayed in the pending completion display 506 by the suggestive effect. In this case, the gaming machine 10 may perform the production up to the production flow F12 in the special figure fluctuation display game being executed (for example, in this case, the gaming machine 10 may perform the second is hidden and a second display is performed).

For example, when the game machine 10 makes the second waiting (waiting order is second) pending memory display to be changed by the suggestive effect, the pending memory display to be changed is the first of the pending displays 505 The second pending change effect and the third pending change effect may be performed while being displayed, or may be performed while the pending memory display to be changed is displayed in the pending digestion display 506.例文帳に追加

In addition, the gaming machine 10 changes at least one of the first non-display and first display and the second non-display and second display when the first pending change effect is a failure effect. The display mode of the target pending memory display may be changed from the first mode to the third mode and then changed to the second mode. For example, after the first non-display and first display ( The display mode of the pending memory display to be changed may be changed without inserting the second non-display and the second display. again,
The gaming machine 10 may change the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed after the second non-display and second display without performing the first non-display and first display. Further, after the first non-display and first display, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed from the first mode to the third mode. After the second display, the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed may be changed from the third mode to the second mode. Further, when the first pending change effect is a failure effect, the gaming machine 10 further changes the display mode of the pending memory display, which is to be changed across the third non-display and third display, to the first display mode. After changing from the mode to the third mode, the mode may be changed to the second mode.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may set the final mode to the same mode as the initial mode with a predetermined probability when the first suspension change effect is unsuccessful, and display failure of the suspension change.
Next, switching between non-display and display of the pending standby display mode (display mode of pending memory display of pending display 505) in a series of pending effects, and pending digestion display mode (display mode of pending memory display of pending digestion display 506) The timing of switching between non-display and display of is described with reference to FIG.

FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing switching between non-display and display of the pending standby display mode and switching between non-display and display of the pending digestion display mode in a series of pending effects of the first embodiment.

The timing chart shown in FIG. 21 is for when the first pending change effect fails (F1 to F4
, F6 to F12) show switching between non-display and display of the pending standby display mode and switching timing between non-display and display of the pending digestion display mode in a series of pending effects.

The gaming machine 10 displays the suspension standby display mode and displays the variable stop (effect flow F1) in a state where the suspension digestion display mode is hidden. Then, when the special figure variation display game is started at timing t1 (production flow F2), the gaming machine 10 changes the pending digestion display mode from non-display to display, suggesting production (production flow F3), and holding change production (production flow F4). , a state in which no change occurs in the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed is displayed (effect flow F6).

Then, the gaming machine 10 performs the first non-display (effect flow F7) at the timing t2 to change the pending standby display mode and the pending digestion display mode from display to non-display. And game machine 1
0 performs the first display (effect flow F8) at timing t3, and changes the pending standby display mode and pending digestion display mode from non-display to display. Then, the gaming machine 10, timing t4
Then, the special figure fluctuation display game is ended and the fluctuation is stopped (production flow F9), and the pending digestion display mode is changed from display to non-display (second non-display) along with the end of the special figure fluctuation display game.

Then, the gaming machine 10 starts the next special figure variation display game at the timing t5 (production flow F10), changes the pending digestion display mode from non-display to display, performs the second pending change production (production flow F11), 3 holding change effect (production flow F12) is performed, and a series of holding effects is completed.

In this way, when the first pending change effect fails, the gaming machine 10 changes the pending digestion display mode from display to non-display at timing t2, from non-display to display at timing t3, and from display to non-display at timing t4. After switching from non-display to display at timing t5, the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed is changed from the first mode to the third mode and then changed to the second mode.

Further, when the first holding change effect fails, the gaming machine 10 changes the holding standby display mode from display to non-display at timing t2, and after switching from non-display to display at timing t3, the change target is changed. After changing the display mode of a certain reserved memory display from the first mode to the third mode, it is changed to the second mode.

By executing such a novel pending effect (effect of changing the display mode of the pending memory display that is the change target after switching between display and non-display), the gaming machine 10 can:
It can improve the interest of the game.

In the above-described example, the production mode of the suspension change production (first suspension change production, second suspension change production, and third suspension change production) is explained using the production mode using clouds as the production motif. is not limited to this. Here, the presentation mode of the pending change effect (the first pending change effect, the second pending change effect, and the third pending change effect) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a diagram showing an example of an effect mode of the pending change effect of the first embodiment.

There are three patterns 1 to 3 as the effect mode of the pending change effect. Pattern 1 is a production mode with a production motif of clouds. For example, in the pending change effect of pattern 1, when the effect is successful (when changing the display mode of the pending memory display), the gaming machine 10 generates thunder from a cloud and then changes the pending memory to be changed. If you hit the display directly and the production is a failure (
In the case where the display mode of the reserved memory display is not changed), an effect is performed so as not to directly hit the reserved memory display to be changed after lightning is generated from the cloud.

Pattern 2 is an effect mode with a parachute motif. For example, pattern 2
In the pending change effect, the gaming machine 10 causes the parachute to drop to the pending memory display to be changed when the effect is successful (when the display mode of the pending memory display is changed), and the effect is unsuccessful. In the case (when the display mode of the reserved memory display is not changed), an effect of dropping the parachute other than the reserved memory display to be changed is performed.

Pattern 3 is a production mode with a sword as a motif. For example, in the pending change effect of pattern 3, when the effect is successful (when changing the display mode of the pending memory display), the gaming machine 10 cuts the pending memory display to be changed with the sword, is a failure (when the display mode of the reserved memory display is not changed), an effect is performed in which the sword collides with the reserved memory display to be changed and breaks.

In this way, the gaming machine 10 uses a performance mode selected from among a plurality of performance modes (motifs of performance) to create a hold change effect (first hold change effect, second hold change effect, third hold change effect). By performing the change production, it is possible to suppress the decline in interest due to the production being in a rut.

Note that the gaming machine 10 may have different motifs (effect modes) of effects for the first pending change effect, the second pending change effect, and the third pending change effect. Also, the gaming machine 10 may vary the motif to be selected depending on the mode of presentation. In addition, the gaming machine 10 performs the respective performances even when the motifs (performance modes) of the performances are the same among the first suspension change performance, the second suspension change performance, and the third suspension change performance. Some of the contents may be different.

It should be noted that the game machine 10 may set the total effect time to be the same even when the effect contents are different. In addition, the game machine 10 can determine the timing from the start of the effect to the action on the reserved memory display when the content of the effect is different (for example, the time until lightning hits the reserved memory display and the time until the sword hits the reserved memory display). ) may be varied to vary the timing at which the pending memory display changes.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may set the timing at which the pending memory display changes from the start of the effect and the timing at which the effect ends (the cloud and the sword disappear) to be the same for all effects. In this case
When a cloud or a sword appears, the game machine 10 may use a common timing for the emphasizing effects (clouds getting bigger, swords getting bigger, etc.) to emphasize the appearance, or only different timings for the emphasizing effects. good too.

In addition, the game machine 10 has a short pattern and a long pattern (for example, a fast cloud moving speed pattern and a slow cloud moving speed pattern) after the start of the effect in the same effect motif (for example, clouds) until the pending memory display changes. ). For example, the gaming machine 10 selects a pattern with a short time until the display of reserved memory changes when the degree of expectation is high, and selects a pattern with a long time until the display of reserved memory changes when the degree of expectation is low. Alternatively, if the expectation is high, a pattern that takes a long time until the display of retained memory changes is selected, and if the expectation is low, a pattern that takes a short time until the display of retained memory changes is selected. It may be configured to select. By varying the process of change according to the degree of expectation in this manner, the gaming machine 10 can produce a sense of expectation even with the same production motif, depending on the process of change.

In addition, the game machine 10 selects a pattern with a short time until the pending memory display changes when the degree of expectation of changing to the second mode is high, and when the degree of expectation of changing to the second mode is low, the game machine 10 selects a pattern with a short time. It may be configured to select a pattern with a long time until the memory display changes, or select a pattern with a long time until the pending memory display changes when the expectation of changing to the second mode is high. However, it may be configured to select a pattern in which the waiting memory display with a low expectation of changing to the second mode takes a short time to change. By varying the process of change according to the degree of expectation that changes to the second mode, the gaming machine 10 can produce a sense of expectation even with the same production motif, but by the process of change.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may vary the probability of success of the production in the first pending change production for each motif (production mode) of the production. In addition, the gaming machine 10 is in the second mode (final mode)
The probability of the selected production motif (production mode) may be varied depending on the situation.

[Modification 1 of the first embodiment]
In Modification 1 of the first embodiment, the gaming machine 10 executes the first pending change effect at a timing different from that in the first embodiment. Modification 1 of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 23 . FIG. 23 is a diagram showing an example of an effect flow of modification 1 of the first embodiment.

In the following, a series of holding effects will be described using an example of changing from the default (hidden) display mode (first mode) to the rainbow display mode (second mode). Also, the same flow numbers are used to describe the same contents as in the first embodiment.

[Effect Flow F1] The gaming machine 10 displays a state where the special figure variation display game is stopped.
[Effect Flow F21] The gaming machine 10 executes a suggestive effect while the special figure variation display game is in a state where the variation is stopped.

[Effect flow F22] The gaming machine 10 performs the first pending change effect in a state where the special figure variation display game is in the state where the variation is stopped.
[Effect flow F23] When the first pending change effect is successful, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed in the state where the special figure fluctuation display game is in the state where the fluctuation is stopped, This is the final mode (second mode). When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode, the series of pending effects ends.

[Effect Flow F24] As the first pending change effect fails, the gaming machine 10 does not change the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed while the special figure fluctuation display game is in the state where the fluctuation is stopped. , the initial mode (first mode).

[Effect Flow F2] The gaming machine 10 starts a special figure variation display game and displays symbol variation.
[Effect flow F7] The gaming machine 10 performs the first non-display of the display mode of the reserved memory display from display to non-display.

[Effect flow F8] The gaming machine 10 performs the first display, changing the display mode of the reserved memory display from non-display to display.
[Effect flow F9] The gaming machine 10 ends the special figure variation display game being executed, and displays the variation stopped state of the special figure variation display game. The gaming machine 10 is a second non-display that hides the display mode of the pending storage display (suspended digestion display mode) of the pending digestion display 506 in accordance with the change stopped state of the special figure variation display game. do

[Effect flow F10] The gaming machine 10 starts a special figure variation display game and displays symbol variation. With the start of the special figure variation display game, the gaming machine 10 performs a second display in which the display mode of the pending memory display of the pending digestion display 506 is changed from non-display to display.

[Effect flow F11] The gaming machine 10 performs a second pending change effect, and changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed from the first mode to the third mode.
[Effect flow F12] The gaming machine 10 performs the third pending change effect, and changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed from the third mode to the second mode. When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode, the series of pending effects ends.

The above is a series of modification examples of the holding effect. According to this, the gaming machine 10 performs the suggestion effect and the first pending change effect in a state where the special figure variation display game is in a state where the variation is stopped,
It is possible to prevent the player from overlooking it. As a result, the game machine 10 can increase the degree of attention to the pending effect and improve the amusement of the game.

[Modification 2 of the first embodiment]
In Modification 2 of the first embodiment, the gaming machine 10 executes the second hold change effect and the third hold change effect at timings different from those of Modification 1 of the first embodiment. Modification 2 of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 24 . FIG. 24 is a diagram showing an example of an effect flow of modification 2 of the first embodiment.

In the following, a series of holding effects will be described using an example of changing from the default (hidden) display mode (first mode) to the rainbow display mode (second mode). Also, the same flow numbers are used to describe the same contents as in Modification 1 of the first embodiment.

[Effect Flow F1] The gaming machine 10 displays a state where the special figure variation display game is stopped.
[Effect Flow F21] The gaming machine 10 executes a suggestive effect while the special figure variation display game is in a state where the variation is stopped.

[Effect flow F22] The gaming machine 10 performs the first pending change effect in a state where the special figure variation display game is in the state where the variation is stopped.
[Effect flow F23] When the first pending change effect is successful, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed in the state where the special figure fluctuation display game is in the state where the fluctuation is stopped, This is the final mode (second mode). When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode, the series of pending effects ends.

[Effect Flow F24] As the first pending change effect fails, the gaming machine 10 does not change the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed while the special figure fluctuation display game is in the state where the fluctuation is stopped. , the initial mode (first mode).

[Production Flow F31] The gaming machine 10 performs a first non-display to hide the pending standby display mode (the display mode of the pending memory display of the pending display 505) while the special figure variable display game is in the variable stopped state. display.

[Production flow F32] The gaming machine 10 displays the first display from non-display to display of the pending standby display mode (display mode of the pending memory display of the pending display 505) in the state where the special figure fluctuation display game is in the variable stop state. do

[Effect flow F10] The gaming machine 10 starts a special figure variation display game and displays symbol variation. With the start of the special figure variation display game, the gaming machine 10 performs a second display in which the display mode of the pending memory display of the pending digestion display 506 is changed from non-display to display.

[Effect flow F11] The gaming machine 10 performs a second pending change effect, and changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed from the first mode to the third mode.
[Effect flow F12] The gaming machine 10 performs the third pending change effect, and changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed from the third mode to the second mode. When the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending memory display to be changed to the second mode, the series of pending effects ends.

The above is a series of modification examples of the holding effect. According to this, the gaming machine 10 performs the suggestion production and the first pending change production in a state where the special figure fluctuation display game is in the fluctuation stop state, and the first
Even if the pending change performance of 1 is unsuccessful, the display mode of the pending memory display is changed from the first mode to the second mode via the third mode in the next special figure variation display game.

According to this, the gaming machine 10 can prevent the entire suspension effect from being slowed down as compared with the modification 1 of the first embodiment. As a result, the game machine 10 can prevent a decrease in interest due to the delay in the presentation.

[Modification 3 of the first embodiment]
In modification 3 of the first embodiment, the gaming machine 10 has a mode of change from the third mode to the second mode that is different from that of the first embodiment. Modification 3 of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 25 .

FIG. 25 is a diagram showing an example of a change in the display mode of the pending memory display according to Modification 3 of the first embodiment.
FIGS. 25(a) and (b) are examples of changes in the display mode of the pending memory display when the first pending change effect fails.

In the change example of the display mode of the pending memory display shown in FIG. 25(a), the gaming machine 10
If the second pending change effect fails, the display mode of the pending memory display is not changed with the execution of the first pending change effect and remains in the first mode, and with the execution of the second pending change effect, the second 1 to the third mode, which is a display mode that is not identified by any of the identification codes "H0" to "H6" (temporary mode displayed only during a series of effects (dedicated mode)); The third mode changes to the second mode with the execution of the pending change effect.

In this way, the display mode in which the third mode, which is the intermediate mode, is not identified by any of the identification codes "H0" to "H6" (temporary mode (exclusive mode) displayed only during a series of effects)
By doing so, the gaming machine 10 can make the player feel that the display mode of the pending memory display is further changed (that the pending effect is continuing). As a result, the game machine 10 can maintain and improve the expectation of the performance and improve the interest of the game.

In the change example of the display mode of the pending memory display shown in FIG. 25(b), the gaming machine 10
If the second pending change effect fails, the display mode of the pending memory display is not changed with the execution of the first pending change effect and remains in the first mode, and with the execution of the second pending change effect, the second Mode 1 to Mode 3, which is a mode of display that is not identified by any of the identification codes "H0" to "H6" (temporary mode (dedicated mode) that is displayed only during a series of effects); 3 to the second mode.

In this way, the game machine 10 can change the display mode a plurality of times with the execution of one pending change effect, so that the game machine 10 can provide further variations to the effect. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest due to the staging becoming a rut.

[Modification 4 of the first embodiment]
In the modification 4 of the first embodiment, the gaming machine 10 displays the special figure 1 on the display device 41 (within the display screen).
It is displayed on the LED display device without displaying the pending number display 503 and the special figure 2 pending number display 504. Here, two display devices (display device 41 and LED display device) controlled by the effect control device 300 (effect control means) in the gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. Figure 2
6 is a front view of the game board showing the arrangement of each display device in Modification 4 of the first embodiment.

FIG. 26 schematically illustrates the front side (front side) of the game board 30. As shown in FIG. As described above, on the surface of the game board 30, the game area 32 surrounded by the guide rails 31 is formed. A production structure) 40 is arranged, and an out port 30 a is provided at the bottom of the game area 32 . A collective display device 50 controlled by the game control device 100 is provided outside the game area 32 on the game board 30 .

The display device 41 is composed of a device such as an LCD as described above, and under the control of the production control device 300, the display area performs a variable display of a decorative special figure, which is identification information for production, etc.
, and is the main display device for effects that the player pays the most attention to. The display area of the display device 41 is arranged inside the center case 40 (approximately in the center of the game area 32) as described above.

Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 26(1), an LED display device 530
are arranged. LED display device 530, under the control of the effect control device 300, corresponds to a second display means for performing a display (so-called fourth symbol display) for notifying the execution state of the variable display of the special figure, and a sub for effect is a display device.

The LED display device 530 is arranged inside the game area 32 (for example, outside the center case 40) on the front surface of the game board 30, and is provided at a position closer to the display area of the display device 41 than the collective display device 50 is. Note that the collective display device 50 is arranged outside the game area 32 , whereas the LED display device 530 is arranged inside the game area 32 . As a result, the LED display device 530 is clearly different from the collective display device 50, which is a special figure display means for displaying a so-called special figure (a special figure that is not a decorative special figure for production) under the control of the game control device 100. distinguished.

In addition, the display device 41 is a decoration special figure display means for displaying a decoration special figure for the effect for the player, and the LED display device 530 can be said to assist the display of the display device 41, so-called fourth It is the fourth design display means for displaying the design (information indicating the fluctuation state of the special figure). LE
The D display device 530 displays various states (informs of various information) according to the lighting mode of the LEDs. For example, the LED display device 530 can change the special figure 1 game (special figure 1
means a variable display game. The same applies hereinafter), the fluctuation state of the pattern in the special figure 2 game (meaning the special figure 2 variation display game. The same applies hereinafter), the number of reservations in the special figure 1 game (the special figure 1 variation display game The number of starting memories of Toku-zu 1 remaining unexecuted, sometimes referred to as the number of reserved memories and the number of starting memories of Toku-zu 1), the number of reservations in the Toku-zu 2 game (variable display game of Toku-zu 2 is the number of starting memories of special figure 2 that remains unexecuted, and is sometimes referred to as the number of reserved memories or the number of starting memories of special figure 2).

LED display device 530, in the configuration related to the production control device shown in FIG.
It corresponds to the board decoration device 46 driven and controlled by the ED control circuit 332, and is one display device (display unit) among a plurality of devices constituting this board decoration device 46. FIG.

The LED display device 530 is always visible from the front side even when the movable part of the character moves so that the display of the LED display device 530 (display as the fourth pattern, etc.) can always be visually recognized by the player. It is placed in a position (for example, a position where the front surface is not covered by other elements on the game board or movable parts of accessories).

From the viewpoint of reducing the moving distance of the line of sight from the display device 41, the LED display device 530 is desirably arranged at a position closer to the display area of the display device 41. For example, FIG.
) may be arranged on the front surface of the center case 40 as shown in FIG. As a result, the display device 41
, and the display of the LED display device 530 can be easily seen by the player. In addition, the LED display device 530 is preferably positioned so that the game balls flowing down in the game area 32 do not flow on the front side of the display surface of the LED display device 530, that is, the display of the LED display device 530 is temporarily displayed by the game balls. It is desirable to arrange it in a position where it will not be blocked by the This allows this LE
The display of the D display device 530 (display as the fourth pattern, etc.) can always be easily visually recognized by the player.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the LED display device 530 (second display means) arranged at a different position separately from the display device 41 (first display means) as described above displays the fourth symbol. display, etc. Therefore, regardless of the display state of the display device 41 and the operation state of the movable part of the character having a movable range covering the display area of the display device 41, the display as the fourth pattern by the LED display device 530 is always reliably displayed. It can be shown to an observer (such as a player).

In addition, in the conventional game machine, part of the display area of the main display device 41 (part of the display screen)
In this case, the display device 41
It is necessary to control to display the 4th pattern preferentially with respect to other images displayed in the display area of , and a movable part of the character is placed in front of the part of the display area where this 4th pattern is displayed. I had a problem with not being able to move. However, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment has the display device 41
Since the LED display device 530 arranged at a different position separately from the LED display device 530 displays the fourth pattern, etc., this problem is solved, and the need to display the fourth pattern on the display device 41 is eliminated. The degree of freedom of display on the device 41 is improved, and effects such as temporary shielding of the entire display area of the display device 41 by the movable portion of the character are also possible.

In addition, in the above-described first embodiment (including modifications), the gaming machine 10 is described as not displaying the reserved memory display, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the game machine 10 may perform an effect that makes the reserved memory display difficult to see using an effect or a predetermined image instead of the effect that the reserved memory display is not displayed.

For example, in the above embodiment, the gaming machine 10 is during reach (for example, the display screen 5
19) was supposed to be hidden (first hidden), but if the pending memory display becomes difficult to see due to effects or predetermined images (reach effects) during reach, before and after it becomes difficult to see due to effects and predetermined images You may execute the production related to the pending change with .

Further, when the visibility of the pending display mode during reach and before reaching is reduced, the gaming machine 10 reduces the visibility of the pending display mode during reach to be lower than the visibility of the pending display mode before reaching. It can be difficult. For example, when the transmittance of the pending memory display is 30% in the state before reach, it may be difficult to see by setting the transmittance to a value of 30% or more (for example, 70%) during reach, and before reach When part of the area of the reserved memory display overlaps with other displays in the state of , the overlapping area may be increased during reach to make it difficult to see.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may make the pending memory display before reach semi-transparent (display with low visibility) and hide the pending memory display during reach. In addition, the gaming machine 10 may hide the pending memory display before reach, and may make the pending memory display during reach translucent (display with low visibility).

In addition, the gaming machine 10 repeats non-display and semi-transparency (display with low visibility) of the pending memory display a plurality of times before reach, and becomes non-display or semi-transparency (display with low visibility) during reach. You may execute such a production.

In addition, the game machine 10 changes the holding standby display mode from the first mode to the second mode at the first timing (production flow F5 in FIG. 15) due to the success of the change effect, and the holding standby display mode due to the failure of the change effect. The display mode is changed from the first mode to the third mode different from the second mode with the display switching in between.
When the change is made at the second timing (production flows F6 to F12 in FIG. 15), which is delayed from the timing of , the hold standby display mode is displayed in the second mode specific effect mode or the third mode specific effect mode. In the state, the display and non-display of the pending digestion display mode may be switched.
Here, the specific presentation mode is a specific presentation mode, and includes, for example, dynamic display modes such as animation, moving display, and rotating display. "The state in which the holding standby display mode is displayed in the second mode of the specific rendering mode" means that the holding standby display mode is specially produced while making it recognizable that the holding standby display mode is the second mode. state. For example, as shown in FIG. 22, which will be described later, an effect motif or the like shown as an effect mode of a pending change effect indicates one form of a specific effect mode. Further, as shown in FIG. 32, which will be described later, a moving display in which the display mode "stop" shifts while tilting, a rotation display in which the display mode "stop" shifts while rotating, and the like show one form of the specific effect mode. Also, a display mode such as "Ken" of a kendama as shown in FIG. 43 described later also shows one form of the specific effect mode. It should be noted that "while making it possible to recognize that the hold standby display mode is the second mode" means that it is possible to recognize that the hold standby display mode is the second mode, for example, the second mode It means to change the display mode (position, shape, color, size, etc.) while maintaining distinguishable features from other modes such as shape and color. In addition, although "the state in which the hold standby display mode is displayed in the second mode of the specific effect mode" has been described, the same applies to the "state in which the hold standby display mode is displayed in the third mode of the specific effect mode". can be

In addition, when the gaming machine 10 switches between display and non-display of the hold digestion display mode in a state where the hold standby display mode is displayed in the second specific effect mode or the third specific effect mode. , it may be continued even when the specific effect mode is shifted to hold. At this time, the gaming machine 10 may make the specific effect mode before the hold shift different from the specific effect mode during the hold shift.

In addition, when the gaming machine 10 switches between display and non-display of the hold digestion display mode in a state where the hold standby display mode is displayed in the second specific effect mode or the third specific effect mode. , the specific effect mode may be performed from the pending shift and continued. At this time,
In the gaming machine 10, the specific effect mode during the hold shift and the specific effect mode after the hold shift may be different.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may make the specific effect mode before the hold shift and the specific effect mode after the hold shift the same or different. For example, the gaming machine 10 may set the specific effect mode before the hold shift to the rotation display of the hold standby display, and the specific effect mode after the hold shift to the shake display of the hold standby display. In addition, the gaming machine 10 can set predetermined conditions (presence or absence of pre-reading notice, R
A specific effect mode may be selected according to the output value of TC being a predetermined value, the game state being a predetermined state, etc.).

In the gaming machine 10, the on-hold consumption display mode may also be a specific effect mode. It can be a thing.

The gaming machine 10 (including modifications) of the first embodiment described above has the following features in one aspect.
(1) The gaming machine 10 stores a starting memory as the right to execute a variable display game, changes the pending display mode of the starting memory in relation to the result of the variable display game corresponding to the starting memory, and performs a pending notice effect. A game machine that can be executed, and a holding standby display means (holding display 505, effect control device 300, display device 41) that displays starting memory before the start of fluctuation in a predetermined holding standby display mode, and starting after the start of fluctuation Pending digestion display means (pending digestion display 506, production control device 300, display device 41) for displaying memory in a predetermined pending digestion display mode, and pending digestion non-display means for hiding the pending digestion display mode (production control device 300, display device 41), pending standby non-display means (production control device 300, display device 41) for hiding the pending standby display mode, and pending display mode change for changing the pending standby display mode or the pending digestion display mode Means (production control device 300, display device 41), holding digestion display switching control means (production control device 300, display device 41) for controlling the first switching for switching between display and non-display of the holding digestion display mode, and holding Holding standby display switching control means (effect control device 3
00, display device 41), and the pending display mode changing means immediately changes the pending standby display mode or the pending digestion display mode from the first mode to the second mode (the presentation of FIG. 15) upon success of the change presentation. Flow F5), and due to the failure of the change effect, the hold standby display mode or the hold digestion display mode is changed from the first mode to the third mode different from the second mode with at least one of the first switching and the second switching in between. The delay is changed (effect flow F6 to F12 in FIG. 15).

(2) The gaming machine 10 of (1) has the first
A suggesting effect execution means (effect control device 300, display device 41) for executing a suggesting effect (effect flow F3 in FIG. 15) suggesting a change from the mode to the second mode is provided.

(3) The suggestive effect executing means of (2) executes the suggestive effect during the pattern fluctuation in the variable display game for the pending standby display mode or the pending digestion display mode (FIG. 15).
(4) The suggestive effect executing means of (2) executes the suggestive effect in the pending standby display mode or the pending digestion display mode while the symbols are stopped in the variable display game (FIGS. 23 and 24).

(5) The pending display mode changing means of (1) delays and changes the pending standby display mode or the pending display mode to the third mode due to the failure of the change effect, and then changes it to the second mode.
(6) In the first switching of (1), the pending digestion display mode is hidden at the first timing (timing t2 in FIG. 21) during the delay change from failure of the change effect to the second mode.
, displayed at the second timing (timing t3 in FIG. 21), hidden at the third timing (timing t4 in FIG. 21), and displayed at the fourth timing (timing t5 in FIG. 21).
, the second switching hides the hold standby display mode at the fifth timing (timing t2 in FIG. 21) during the delay change from the failure of the change effect to the second mode, and at the sixth timing display (timing t3 in FIG. 21).

(7) The first timing and the fifth timing of (6) are the same timing.
(8) The second timing and the sixth timing of (6) are the same timing.
(9) The gaming machine 10 stores a starting memory as the right to execute the variable display game, changes the pending display mode of the starting memory in relation to the result of the variable display game corresponding to the starting memory, and performs a pending notice effect. A game machine that can be executed, and a holding standby display means (holding display 505, effect control device 300, display device 41) that displays starting memory before the start of fluctuation in a predetermined holding standby display mode, and starting after the start of fluctuation Pending digestion display means (pending digestion display 506, production control device 300, display device 41) for displaying memory in a predetermined pending digestion display mode, and pending digestion non-display means for hiding the pending digestion display mode (production control device 300, display device 41), pending standby non-display means (production control device 300, display device 41) for hiding the pending standby display mode, and pending display mode change for changing the pending standby display mode or the pending digestion display mode Means (production control device 300, display device 41) and pending digestion display switching control means (production control device 300, display device 41) for controlling display switching for switching between display and non-display of the pending digestion display mode . The holding display mode change means can change the holding standby display mode from the first mode to the second mode at the first timing (production flow F5 in FIG. 15) due to the success of the change effect, and the failure of the change effect It is possible to change the holding standby display mode from the first mode to a third mode different from the second mode at a second timing that is delayed from the first timing by interposing display switching (production flows F6 to F12 in FIG. 15). is. A pending digestion display switching control means switches between display and non-display of the pending digestion display mode in a state where the pending standby display mode is displayed in the second specific performance mode or the third specific performance mode.

(10) The gaming machine 10 stores a starting memory as the execution right of the variable display game, changes the pending display mode of the starting memory in relation to the result of the variable display game corresponding to the starting memory, and performs a pending notice effect. Hold standby display means (hold display 505, effect control device 300, display device 41) that is an executable game machine and displays the starting memory before the start of fluctuation in a predetermined hold standby display mode,
Suspended digestion display means (suspended digestion display 506, production control device 300, display device 41) for displaying the starting memory after the start of fluctuation in a predetermined suspended digestion display mode, and pending digestion non-display for hiding the pending digestion display mode Means (production control device 300, display device 41), holding standby non-display means (production control device 300, display device 41) for hiding the holding standby display mode, and changing the holding standby display mode or the holding digestion display mode Hold display mode change means (production control device 300, display device 41) and hold digestion display switching control means (production control device 300, display device) that controls the first switching to switch between display and non-display of the hold digestion display mode 41), and a holding standby display switching control means (production control device 300, display device 41) that controls the second switching of switching between display and non-display of the holding standby display mode, and the holding display mode changing means When the specific effect becomes the first effect mode, the hold standby display mode or the hold digest display mode is changed from the first mode to the second mode at the first timing (production flow F5 in FIG. 15), and the specific effect is changed. At least of the first switching and the second switching, the holding standby display mode or the holding consumption display mode is changed from the first mode to the third mode different from the second mode by becoming the second rendering mode different from the first rendering mode. A change is made at a second timing that is delayed from the first timing on either side (production flows F6 to F12 in FIG. 15).

(11) The holding display mode change means of (9) changes the holding standby display mode from the first mode to the second mode at the first timing (production flow F5 in FIG. 15) due to the success of the change production, and changes Due to the failure of the production, the hold standby display mode is changed from the first mode to the third mode different from the second mode at the second timing after the first timing with the display switching in between (the production flow F6 in FIG. 15). to F12), the pending digestion display switching control means displays the pending digestion display mode and the Toggle between hidden and hidden.

[Second embodiment]
Next, a second embodiment will be described based on the drawings. In addition, about the structure similar to 1st Embodiment, the code|symbol is the same and description is abbreviate|omitted. The gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment can execute the display mode switching effect of the starting memory. FIG. 27 is a diagram showing an outline of the display mode switching effect of the starting memory of the second embodiment.

FIG. 27(1) shows an example of a schematic configuration of execution means capable of executing the display mode switching effect of the starting memory. The game control device 100 controls the execution of games (for example, variable display games, etc.). The game control device 100 transmits a predetermined command to the performance control device 300 to perform performance control corresponding to the game. The production control device 300 receives a command from the game control device 100 and performs production control corresponding to the received command. For example, the effect control device 300 causes the display device 41 to display the effect display corresponding to the received command. More specifically, the effect control device 300 causes the display device 41 to display the starting memory, which is the right to execute the game, in a predetermined display mode.

The production control device 300 can change the pending display mode of the starting memory displayed on the display device 41 based on the command received from the game control device 100 . The pending display of the starting memory includes a pending display that is a pending display of a game that has not yet started, and a pending completion display that is a pending display of a game that is being executed.

When the performance control device 300 changes the pending display mode of the starting memory to be displayed on the display device 41, the change mode of the pending display mode of the starting memory is different according to the control state (for example, the control state A and the control state B). . For example, as shown in FIG. 27 (2), when the production control device 300 receives a predetermined command from the game control device 100 at timing t0, the production control device 3
When the control state of 00 is the control state A, the suspension display mode of the starting memory displayed on the display device 41 at timing t1 is changed from the display mode A1 to the display mode A2. In addition, when the production control device 300 receives a predetermined command from the game control device 100 at the timing t0, when the control state of the production control device 300 is the control state B, the start memory to be displayed on the display device 41 is withheld. The display mode remains the display mode B, and the display mode is not changed at timing t1.

Thereby, the game machine 10 can change the pending effect mode according to the control state of the effect control device 300 even if the effect control device 300 receives the same command from the game control device 100 . Such a gaming machine 10 can further enhance interest through a novel suspension effect.

The predetermined command includes a variable display command, a stop pattern command, a pending number command, etc., but may be other commands. In addition, the control state of the production control device 300,
Production mode (for example, mode A, mode B, etc.), setting value (for example, setting "1", setting "2", etc.), probability change state (low probability state, high probability state, etc.), general electric support state (Public electricity support, no public electricity support, etc.). The control state of the production control device 300 is not limited to those that are easy to distinguish for the player (for example, production mode, general electric support state, etc.), but also those that are not easy to distinguish for the player (for example, probability fluctuation state, set value, etc.). may be

Next, the difference in the pending effect mode due to the difference in the effect mode will be described with reference to FIGS. 28 and 29. FIG. FIG. 28 is a diagram illustrating an example (Part 1) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the second embodiment; FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating an example (part 2) of a screen displayed by the display device according to the second embodiment;

A display screen 600 shown in FIG. The display screen 600 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, and a special figure 1 reserved number display 6
03, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605, and reservation digestion display 606 are included in the display contents. Large pattern group 601, small pattern group 602, special figure 1 reserved number display 603, special figure 2
The pending number display 604, the pending standby display 605, and the pending consumption display 606 are display modes corresponding to the effect mode A, respectively.

The large symbol group 601 is one of decorative symbols corresponding to the special figure 1 symbol display portion 53 or the special figure 2 symbol display portion 54 (see FIG. 5) and takes charge of game production for the purpose of improving interest. The large pattern group 601 is displayed in a large size substantially at the center of the display screen 600 . The large symbol group 601 includes left symbols, middle symbols and right symbols corresponding to the production mode A. The left pattern, middle pattern, and right pattern corresponding to production mode A are identifiable images (for example, squares, triangles,
A star), and characters (for example, number "3", number "5", number "7") that can identify each pattern are included so as to be superimposed on a rectangular background frame. The left symbol, the middle symbol and the right symbol in the large symbol group 601 of the display screen 600 indicate that the corresponding special symbol variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The small symbol group 602 is one of the decoration symbols corresponding to the special figure 1 symbol display unit 53 or the special figure 2 symbol display unit 54, and is in charge of notifying the variable display state for the purpose of improving the ease of grasping the game state of the player. do. The small pattern group 602 is displayed in a small size at the periphery so as to ensure visibility without interfering with the display effect of the large pattern group 601.例文帳に追加The small symbol group 602 includes left symbols, middle symbols and right symbols corresponding to the production mode A. The left symbol, medium symbol and right symbol in the small symbol group 602 of the display screen 600 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 displays the number of reserved memories (starting memory number) of the special figure 1 game. The special figure 2 reserved number display 604 displays the number of reserved memories of the special figure 2 game. The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 of the display screen 600 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game "4", and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 of the display screen 600 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game "0 ” is shown.

The pending standby display 605 can clearly indicate the pending memory number of the special figure fluctuation display game and notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each pending memory depending on the display mode. Hold standby display 6
The number of reserved memories displayed by 05 corresponds to the number of reserved memories that the special figure 1 reserved number display 603 displays or the reserved number of reserved memories that the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 displays. For example, the gaming machine 10, special figure 1
The number of reserved memories displayed by the special figure 1 reserved number display 603 is displayed in the reserved standby display 605 in the game progress state by the game (for example, when it is not in the general electric support state (left-handed game)), and the game progresses by the special figure 2 game state (for example, when it is in the general electricity support state (right-handed game)
), the number of pending memories displayed by the special figure 2 pending number display 604 is displayed on the pending standby display 605. In addition, the number of pending memories displayed by the pending standby display 605 corresponds to the sum of the number of pending memories displayed by the special figure 1 pending number display 603 and the number of pending memories displayed by the special figure 2 pending number display 604 good too. The reserved standby display 605 of the display screen 600 shows the number of reserved memories "4" for the special figure 1 game.
indicates

The pending digestion display 606 can indicate, by its display mode, that the special figure fluctuation display game is in a fluctuation display state, and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 600 indicates that the special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

A display screen 610 shown in FIG. The display screen 610 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, and a special figure 1 reserved number display 6
03, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605, and reservation digestion display 606 are included in the display contents. Large pattern group 601, small pattern group 602, special figure 1 reserved number display 603, special figure 2
The pending number display 604, the pending standby display 605, and the pending consumption display 606 are display modes corresponding to the effect mode A, respectively.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 610 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left symbols, medium symbols, and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 610 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 610 indicates the reserved memory number "3" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 610 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown. A pending standby display 605 on the display screen 610 indicates the number of pending memories "3" for the special figure 1 game. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 610 indicates that the special figure variable display game is in a variable display state.

A display screen 611 shown in FIG. 28(3) is the display content of the display device 41 in the presentation mode A, and is a display screen at a timing later than the display screen 610. FIG. The display screen 611 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, a special figure 1 reserved number display 603, and a special figure 2 reserved number display 60
4 is included in the display contents. The large symbol group 601, the small symbol group 602, the special figure 1 reserved number display 603, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 are display modes corresponding to the production mode A, respectively.

The left symbol, the middle symbol and the right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 611 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left, medium and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 611 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 611 indicates the reserved memory number "3" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 611 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown.

Display screen 611 is shown in comparison to display screen 610 with pending standby display 605 and pending digestion display 60 .
6 is not included in the display contents. That is, the display screen 611 shows the display screen after switching the display mode of the production mode A (eg, display mode A1) on the display screen 610 to another display mode of the production mode A (eg, display mode A2).

A display screen 612 shown in FIG. The display screen 612 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, and a special figure 1 reserved number display 6
03, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605, and reservation digestion display 606 are included in the display contents. Large pattern group 601, small pattern group 602, special figure 1 reserved number display 603, special figure 2
The pending number display 604, the pending standby display 605, and the pending consumption display 606 are display modes corresponding to the production mode B, respectively.

The large symbol group 601 is one of decorative symbols corresponding to the special figure 1 symbol display portion 53 or the special figure 2 symbol display portion 54 (see FIG. 5) and takes charge of game production for the purpose of improving interest. The large pattern group 601 is displayed in a large size substantially at the center of the display screen 612 . The large symbol group 601 includes left symbols, middle symbols and right symbols corresponding to the production mode B. The left pattern, the middle pattern and the right pattern corresponding to the production mode B consist only of characters (for example, Chinese numerals "three", Chinese numerals "five", Chinese numerals "seven") by which each pattern can be identified. The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 612 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

In addition, the small pattern group 602, the special figure 1 reservation number display 603, and the special figure 2 reservation number display 604 are the same display mode and the same function as the production mode A, so the description is omitted, but the same function A different display mode may be used as long as it has

Since the holding standby display 605 corresponding to the production mode B has a different display mode from the holding standby display 605 corresponding to the production mode A and the same function, the explanation about the function of the holding standby display 605 is omitted. A pending standby display 605 corresponding to the production mode B can clearly indicate the number of pending memories of the special figure fluctuation display game and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each pending memory by the display mode "stay" represented by Chinese characters. . Hold standby display 605 on display screen 612
indicates the reserved memory number "4" of the special figure 1 game.

Since the pending digestion display 606 corresponding to the production mode B has a different display mode from and the same function as the pending standby display 605 corresponding to the production mode A, the explanation of the function of the pending standby display 605 is omitted. The pending digestion display 606 corresponding to the production mode B can indicate that the special figure fluctuation display game is in a fluctuation display state and inform the degree of expectation for the game result by the display mode "solution" represented by Chinese characters. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 612 indicates that the special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

A display screen 613 shown in FIG. The display screen 613 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, and a special figure 1 reserved number display 6
03, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605, and reservation digestion display 606 are included in the display contents. Large pattern group 601, small pattern group 602, special figure 1 reserved number display 603, special figure 2
The pending number display 604, the pending standby display 605, and the pending consumption display 606 are display modes corresponding to the production mode B, respectively.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 613 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left symbol, medium symbol and right symbol in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 613 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 613 indicates the reserved memory number "3" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 613 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown. A pending standby display 605 on the display screen 613 indicates the number of pending memories "3" for the special figure 1 game. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 613 indicates that the special figure variation display game is in a variation display state.

A display screen 614 shown in FIG. 29(3) is the display content of the display device 41 in the effect mode B, and is a display screen at a timing later than the display screen 613. FIG. The display screen 614 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, a special figure 1 reserved number display 603, and a special figure 2 reserved number display 60
4, pending standby display 605, and pending consumption display 606 are included in the display contents. The large symbol group 601, the small symbol group 602, the special figure 1 reserved number display 603, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 are display modes corresponding to the production mode B, respectively.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 614 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left, medium and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 614 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 614 indicates the reserved memory number "3" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 614 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown. A pending standby display 605 on the display screen 614 indicates the number of pending memories "3" for the special figure 1 game. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 614 indicates that the special figure variable display game is in a variable display state.

The display screen 614 has the same display contents as the display screen 613 . That is, the display screen 614 shows a display screen that continues without switching the display mode of the effect mode B (for example, the display mode B1) on the display screen 613 .

In this way, the game machine 10, even if the production control device 300 receives the same command (variation display command) from the game control device 100, depending on the control state (production mode) of the production control device 300 pending production mode (Presence or absence of display mode switching) can be changed. Such a gaming machine 10 is capable of further enhancing interest through novel suspension effects.

Next, with reference to FIG. 30, a description will be given of a pending effect mode for each control state in a pending effect performed by the effect control device 300 upon receiving a variable display command from the game control device 100. FIG. FIG. 30 is a diagram showing an example of a correspondence table of variable display commands, control states, and pending effect modes according to the second embodiment.

The table shown in FIG. 30(1) shows, for each control state, the hold display mode in the hold shift at the start of the variable display by receiving the variable display command. For example, production control device 300
The control state when receiving the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is the control state S
When it is A, the effect control device 300 decrements the holding standby display by "1" without a shift time lag, that is, without delay on the display device 41, and shifts one of the holding standby displays to a holding digestion display.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is the control state SB, the effect control device 300 is the shift time lag A in the display device 41, that is, the delay time Set STa (eg, 200 ms) to decrement the pending wait indications by "1" and shift one of the pending wait indications to the pending digestion indication.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is the control state SC, the effect control device 300 is the shift time lag B in the display device 41, that is, the delay time Set STb (eg, 400 ms) to decrement the pending wait indications by "1" and shift one of the pending wait indications to the pending digestion indication.

Also, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is the control state SD, the effect control device 300 is the shift time lag C in the display device 41, that is, the delay time Set STc (eg, 600 ms) to decrement the pending wait indications by "1" and shift one of the pending wait indications to the pending digestion indication.

The control states SA, SB, SC, and SD correspond to modes A, B, C, and D, respectively. fluctuation state (
low-probability state, high-probability state, etc.), general electricity support state (with general electricity support, no general electricity support, etc.), other states, or a combination of these states.

The table shown in FIG. 30(2) shows, for each control state, the suspended display mode during variable display due to reception of the variable display command. For example, the effect control device 300 is the game control device 1
When the control state when receiving the variable display command HCA from 00 is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display and the pending digestion display on the display device 41 without non-display timing.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCA from the game control device 100 is the control state SB, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without non-display timing pending standby display is displayed, and a non-display timing is provided to display the pending digestion display.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCA from the game control device 100 is the control state SC, the effect control device 300 displays the pending digestion display without non-display timing on the display device 41. is displayed, and the hold standby display is displayed with a non-display timing.

Also, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCA from the game control device 100 is the control state SD, the effect control device 300 provides a non-display timing in the display device 41 and waits for a hold. Show display and pending digestion display.

The non-display timing is set once or more in a predetermined period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display based on the reception of the variable display command HCA. Further, the non-display timing of the pending standby display and the non-display timing of the pending digestion display in the control state SD may be the same timing or different timing, and the number of times of non-display may be the same. may be different.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without switching the display mode pending standby display and a pending digestion display.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SB, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without switching the display mode pending standby display is displayed, and the display mode switching is set to display the pending digestion display.

In addition, when the control state when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SC, the production control device 300 displays the pending digestion display without switching the display mode on the display device 41. is displayed, and the display mode switching is set to display the hold standby display.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SD, the effect control device 300 sets the display mode switching in the display device 41 and holds it. Display a standby display and a pending consumption display.

The display mode switching is set once or more in a predetermined period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display based on the reception of the variable display command HCB. Further, the display mode switching timing of the holding standby display and the display mode switching timing of the holding digestion display in the control state SD may be the same timing or may be different timings. They may be the same or different.

Note that the variable display commands HC, HCA, and HCB may be independent commands,
A series of commands may include two or more commands. For example, the dynamic display command HC may include a dynamic display command and a pending number command that accompanies the dynamic display command.

In this way, the game machine 10 can perform different holding effects according to the control state of the effect control device 300 even if the effect control device 300 receives the same variable display command from the game control device 100 .

Next, the hold display mode switching timing in the hold shift at the start of the variable display by receiving the variable display command will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of hold shift for each control state according to the second embodiment.

When the start memory number (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is "3", if the control state is the control state SA, the variable display command HC is received. At the timing t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SB. A delay time STa (for example, 200 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t1. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time STa to display the switching display from the starting memory number "3" to "2".

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SC A delay time STb (for example, 400 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t2. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time STb to display the switching display from the starting memory number "3" to "2".

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SD. A delay time STc (for example, 600 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t3. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time STc to display the switching display from the starting memory number "3" to "2".

In the game machine 10, while the effect control device 300 displays the switching display, the number of starting memories (the number of holding standby displays) of the holding standby display 605 on the display device 41 becomes unclear, but the special figure 1 holding number display Clarity is ensured by 603 and special figure 2 pending number display 604. Also, the gaming machine 10
, regardless of the special figure 1 reservation number display 603 or the special figure 2 reservation number display 604, the game control device 10
The collective display device 50 controlled by 0 also ensures the clarity of the pending display number.

Here, the switching display performed by setting the delay time when switching the number of starting memories will be described with reference to FIG. 32 . FIG. 32 is an example of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment (No. 3)
It is a figure which shows.

A display screen 615 shown in FIG. 32(1) is the display content of the display device 41 during switching display of the number of starting memories in the control state SB. The display screen 615 includes a large pattern group 601 and a small pattern group 60.
2, special figure 1 reservation number display 603, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605,
A pending consumption display 606 is included in the display content.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 615 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left, medium and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 615 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 615 indicates the reserved memory number "2" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 615 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown. A hold standby display 605 and a hold digest display 606 on the display screen 615 show a state in which the display mode "tome" indicated by Chinese characters using the delay time STa (for example, 200 ms) is tilted during the shift. At this time, the hold standby display 605 and the hold standby display 606 on the display screen 615 do not fit in the default position, and the clarity of the number of starting memories (hold standby display number) is not necessarily secured. , which contributes to the enhancement of interest in the pending performance.

The display screen 616 shown in FIG. 32(2) is the display content of the display device 41 during switching display of the starting memory number in the control state SC. The display screen 616 includes a large pattern group 601 and a small pattern group 60.
2, special figure 1 reservation number display 603, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605,
A pending consumption display 606 is included in the display content.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 616 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left symbols, medium symbols, and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 616 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in a variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 616 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game "2", and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 616 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game "0 ” is shown. A hold standby display 605 and a hold digest display 606 on the display screen 616 show how the display mode "tome" represented by Chinese characters using the delay time STb (for example, 400 ms) is rotating while shifting.

At this time, the hold standby display 605 and the hold standby display 606 on the display screen 616 do not fit in the default positions, and the clarity of the number of starting memories (hold standby display number) is not necessarily secured. , which contributes to the enhancement of interest in the pending performance.

In this way, the game machine 10 can perform different holding effects according to the control state of the effect control device 300 even if the effect control device 300 receives the same variable display command from the game control device 100 .

In the gaming machine 10, the hold display shift time (move time outside standby) from the hold standby display 605 to the hold digest display 606 and the hold display shift time (move time within standby) inside the hold standby display 605 are They may be the same, or they may be different. The gaming machine 10
When the non-standby movement time and the in-standby movement time are different, even if the out-of-standby movement time is made larger than the in-standby movement time to secure the performance time related to the hold display shift from the hold standby display 605 to the hold digestion display 606. good. Further, when the non-standby movement time and the in-standby movement time are different, the game machine 10 makes the non-standby movement time smaller than the in-standby movement time, and shifts the holding display from the holding standby display 605 to the holding standby display 605. You may secure a performance time for In addition, the game machine 10 reduces the feeling of loneliness when the reserved memory number is reduced by increasing the movement time during standby.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 may change at least one of the out-of-standby movement time and the in-standby movement time according to the control state of the effect control device 300 . In addition, the control state of the production control device 300 is production mode (for example, mode A, mode B, etc.), setting value (for example, setting "1", setting "2", ... etc.), probability fluctuation state (low probability state , high-probability state, etc.); For example, the gaming machine 10 may make the non-standby movement time in mode A longer than the non-standby movement time in mode B. According to this, the gaming machine 10 can make the player pay more attention in mode A than in mode B with respect to consumption suspension. Also, the gaming machine 10 may set the intra-standby travel time in mode B to be longer than the intra-standby travel time in mode A.
According to this, the gaming machine 10 can increase the player's attention in mode B more than in mode A with respect to standby suspension. In addition, the game machine 10 may set a relationship such as movement time outside standby in mode A>movement time outside standby in mode B>movement time within standby in mode B>movement time within standby in mode A. Based on such a relationship, it is possible to characterize each mode and improve interest.

In addition, the game machine 10 may set the hold display shift time for each hold hold (in-wait move time for each hold) in the hold stand-by display 605 to be the same or different. For example, the gaming machine 10 reduces loneliness when the number of pending memories decreases by making the holding display shift time of the "n+1"th waiting hold longer than the holding display shift time of the "n"th waiting hold. . In addition, the game machine 10 is "n+1" longer than the hold display shift time of the "n"-th wait hold.
By shortening the holding display shift time of the second waiting holding, the holding standby display 605 guides the reduction of the holding storage number at a good tempo while ensuring the production time as the whole holding waiting display 605.例文帳に追加

In addition to or alternatively, the game machine 10 performs the expectation effect in the pre-reading notice in the display mode of digestion suspension and standby suspension, or alternatively, the shift time of digestion suspension and standby suspension is different from the normal shift time. It may be changed to the look-ahead shift time. For example, the game machine 10 sets the look-ahead shift time to 1000 ms when the normal shift time is 200 ms.
ms, or the look-ahead shift time may be 100 ms. As a result, the game machine 10 can perform a novel look-ahead announcement performance by shifting to digestion suspension and standby suspension. In addition, the game machine 10 can ensure a large look-ahead notice effect when the look-ahead shift time is made longer than the normal shift time.

Further, the gaming machine 10 changes the display mode of the suspension display (including the standby suspension display and the digestion suspension display) at the time of the suspension display shift, and performs the suspension standby display 605 when performing the pre-reading announcement effect.
The change rate and change content of the display mode of the hold display are made different between the hold display shift (move out of standby) from to the hold digest display 606 and the hold display shift (move inside the hold standby display 605). may For example, the gaming machine 10 may increase the rate of change in the display mode of the pending display of the movement outside the standby state more than the rate of change in the display mode of the pending display of the movement within the standby state, thereby sustaining the sense of anticipation of the anticipation effect. You may make it raise a property.

In addition, when the game machine 10 changes the display mode of the pending display during the pending display shift to perform a pre-reading notice effect, the rate of change or the change in the display mode of the pending display according to the control state of the effect control device 300 The contents may be changed. For example, the gaming machine 10 sets the rate of change in the display mode of the pending display of the move out of standby to be greater than the rate of change in the display mode of the pending display of the move in standby in mode A, and the pending display of the move out of standby in mode B. The change rate of the display mode of the hold display of the movement in standby may be larger than the change rate of the display mode of . According to this, the gaming machine 10
can improve interest by characterizing each mode.

Next, the hold standby display and hold consumption display with non-display timing, and the hold standby display and hold consumption display with display mode switching will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing an example of a holding effect mode of the second embodiment. The hold standby display 605 and the hold consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
6 displays the display mode "solution".

The pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
is not displayed, and the pending digestion display 606 displays the display mode "solution". 33 (2
) indicates that there is a non-display timing for the pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.

The pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
displays the display mode "stop", and the pending digestion display 606 is not displayed. That is, FIG.
The pending standby display 605 and pending consumption display 606 shown in 3) indicate that the pending consumption display 606 has a non-display timing.

Both the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 shown in FIG. 33(4) are not displayed. That is, the pending standby display 605 and pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG. 33(4) indicate that the pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 have non-display timings at overlapping timings.

The pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
displays the display mode "stop", and the pending digestion display 606 displays the display mode "suspicious". That is, the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 shown in FIG. 33(5) are different from the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 shown in FIG. indicates that there is

The pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
displays the display mode "dragon", and the pending digestion display 606 displays the display mode "solution". That is, the hold standby display 605 and the hold consumption display 606 shown in FIG. 33(6) are different from the hold standby display 605 and the hold consumption display 606 shown in FIG. indicates that there is

The pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG.
displays the display mode "dragon", and the pending digestion display 606 displays the display mode "mysterious". That is, the hold standby display 605 and the hold consumption display 606 shown in FIG. 33(7) are compared with the hold standby display 605 and the hold consumption display 606 shown in FIG. This indicates that the display mode is switched at overlapping timings.

Next, the non-display timing of the hold standby display or the hold digest display during variable display due to reception of the variable display command will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 34 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of display/non-display switching of the holding display of the starting memory for each control state according to the second embodiment.

When the starting memory number (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCA from the game control device 100 is "3", the starting memory number is set to " 2”.

If the control state is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 without setting the non-display timing from the start of the variable display of the variable display command HCA to the end of the variable display. do. In addition, if the control state is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 without setting the non-display timing before and after receiving the variable display command HCA. may

In addition, the effect control device 300, if the control state is the control state SD1, the non-display time ND1
(for example, 400 ms) and timing t0 at which the variable display command HCA is received
The pending standby display 605 and pending consumption display 606 are not displayed until timing t1 when the time is up.

In addition, the effect control device 300, if the control state is the control state SD2, the non-display time ND2
(for example, 400 ms) is set, and the pending standby display 605 and pending digestion display 606 are not displayed from the timing t2 delayed from the reception timing t0 of the variable display command HCA to the timing t3 when the time is up.

In this manner, the effect control device 300 can set the presence or absence of the non-display timing according to the control state, and can set the non-display timing in different modes. It should be noted that the different non-display timings can be realized by different non-display times, different non-display start timings, different non-display end timings, and different numbers of non-display times. It may be realized by a difference in effect or production in switching. Also, the control state SD1 and the control state SD2 are different control states. Also, the non-display time ND1 and the non-display time ND2 may be the same time or different times.

Next, the switching of the display mode between the hold standby display and the hold digest display during the variable display by receiving the variable display command will be described with reference to FIG. 35 . FIG. 35 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of display mode switching of the hold display of the starting memory for each control state according to the second embodiment.

When the number of starting memories (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HCB from the game control device 100 is "3", the number of starting memories is set to "2", and at the timing t2 when the next variable display command is received, the starting memory number is switched to "1".

If the control state is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 without switching the display mode from the start of the variable display of the variable display command HCB to the end of the variable display. . In addition, if the control state is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 without switching the display mode before and after receiving the variable display command HCB. good too.

In addition, the effect control device 300, if the control state is the control state SD, the display mode switching time C
D (for example, 5000 ms) is set, and reception timing t0 of the variable display command HCB is set.
From timing t1 delayed to timing t2 when time is up, hold standby display 605
and the pending digestion display 606 are switched.

More specifically, if the control state is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 displays the display mode of the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 from the start of the variable display of the variable display command HCB to the end of the variable display. Aspect A. Further, if the control state is the control state SD, the effect control device 300 sets the display mode of the pending standby display 605 and the pending digestion display 606 to the display mode B1 from the start of the variable display of the variable display command HC to the timing t1, and the timing t
1 to timing t2, the display mode of the pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 is assumed to be a display mode B2, and the display mode of the pending standby display 605 and the pending consumption display 606 after the timing t2 is assumed to be a display mode B1.

In this manner, the effect control device 300 can perform display mode switching between different modes according to the control state. The display mode switching between different modes can be realized by a difference in display mode switching time, a difference in display mode switching start timing, a difference in display mode switching end timing, and a difference in the number of display mode switching times. It may be realized by a difference in effect or production.

Next, with reference to FIG. 36, a description will be given of a pending effect mode for each control state in a pending effect performed by the effect control device 300 upon receiving a stop symbol command from the game control device 100. FIG. FIG. 36 is a diagram showing an example of a correspondence table of stop symbol commands, control states, and pending effect modes according to the second embodiment.

The table shown in FIG. 36 shows, for each control state, the pending display mode during variable display due to reception of the stop symbol command. For example, when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCA from the game control device 100, the effect control device 300 displays the pending standby display and the pending digestion display without non-display timing on the display device 41 regardless of the control state. indicate. The stop symbol command ZCA is a stop symbol command that designates a non-chance eye.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without non-display timing. and a pending digestion display. The stop symbol command ZCB is a stop symbol command that designates a chance eye. The number of chances is set in advance, and the degree of expectation for the result of the variable display game,
It plays a role in guiding the degree of expectation of the pre-reading notice effect.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SB, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without non-display timing. is displayed, and a non-display timing is provided to display the pending digestion display.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SC, the effect control device 300 displays the pending digestion display without non-display timing on the display device 41. is displayed, and the hold standby display is displayed with a non-display timing.

Further, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCB from the game control device 100 is the control state SD, the effect control device 300 provides a non-display timing in the display device 41 and waits for a hold. Show display and pending digestion display.

The non-display timing is set once or more in a predetermined period from the start of the variable display based on the reception of the stop symbol command ZCB to the stop of the variable display. Further, the non-display timing of the pending standby display and the non-display timing of the pending digestion display in the control state SD may be the same timing or different timing, and the number of times of non-display may be the same. may be different.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCC from the game control device 100 is the control state SA, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without switching the display mode pending standby display. and a pending digestion display. Note that the stop symbol command ZCC is a stop symbol command that designates a chance eye different from the stop symbol command ZCB.

In addition, when the control state when the effect control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCC from the game control device 100 is the control state SB, the effect control device 300 is displayed on the display device 41 without switching the display mode pending standby display. is displayed, and the display mode switching is set to display the pending digestion display.

In addition, when the control state when the production control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCC from the game control device 100 is the control state SC, the production control device 300 displays the pending digestion display without switching the display mode on the display device 41. is displayed, and the display mode switching is set to display the hold standby display.

In addition, when the control state when the production control device 300 receives the stop symbol command ZCC from the game control device 100 is the control state SD, the production control device 300 sets the display mode switching in the display device 41 and holds it. Display a standby display and a pending consumption display.

The display mode switching is set once or more in a predetermined period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display based on the reception of the stop symbol command ZCC. Further, the display mode switching timing of the holding standby display and the display mode switching timing of the holding digestion display in the control state SD may be the same timing or may be different timings. They may be the same or different.

The stop symbol commands ZCA, ZCB, and ZCC may be single commands, or may include two or more commands as long as they are a series of commands. For example, the stop symbol commands ZCA, ZCB, ZCC may form a series of commands together with the variable display command.

In this way, the game machine 10 can perform different pending effects according to the control state of the effect control device 300 even if the effect control device 300 receives the same stop symbol command from the game control device 100 .

Here, the holding effect mode performed by receiving the stop symbol command will be described with reference to FIGS. 37 and 38. FIG. FIG. 37 is an example of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment (No. 4)
It is a figure which shows. FIG. 38 is an example of a screen displayed by the display device of the second embodiment (No. 5)
It is a figure which shows.

A display screen 620 shown in FIG. 37(1) is the display content of the display device 41 in a predetermined effect mode. The display screen 620 includes a large pattern group 601, a small pattern group 602, a special figure 1 reserved number display 603, a special figure 2 reserved number display 604, a reserved standby display 605, and a reserved digestion display 606 in the display contents. . The large pattern group 601, the small pattern group 602, the special figure 1 reserved number display 603, the special figure 2 reserved number display 604, the reserved standby display 605, and the reserved digestion display 606 correspond to predetermined production modes, respectively. This is the display mode.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 620 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation display state. The left symbols, medium symbols, and right symbols in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 620 indicate that the corresponding special figure variation display game is in the variation stop state.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 620 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 1 game "3", and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 620 indicates the reserved memory number of the special figure 2 game "0 ” is shown. A pending standby display 605 on the display screen 620 indicates the number of pending memories "3" for the special figure 1 game. A pending digestion display 606 on the display screen 620 indicates that the special figure variation display game is in a variation display state.

A display screen 621 shown in FIG.
is hidden. In this way, it is possible to display the pending standby display 605 and hide the pending digestion display 606 during the variable display for the pending effect mode performed by receiving the stop symbol command.

A display screen 622 shown in FIG.
is hidden. In this manner, in the pending effect mode performed by receiving the stop symbol command, the pending consumption display 606 can be displayed and the pending standby display 605 can be hidden during the variable display.

As a result, the game machine 10 can produce a sense of anticipation for displaying the chance eye even before the chance eye is displayed. In addition, the gaming machine 10 may hide the pending digestion display 606 and the pending standby display 605 during the variable display with respect to the pending effect mode performed by receiving the stop symbol command.

A display screen 623 shown in FIG. 38(1) is the display content of the display device 41 in a predetermined effect mode. The display screen 623 includes a large symbol group 601, a small symbol group 602, a special figure 1 reserved number display 603, and a special figure 2 reserved number display 604 in the display contents. Large pattern group 601, small pattern group 602, special figure 1 reservation number display 603, special figure 2 reservation number display 604, reservation standby display 605
, and the pending digestion display 606 are display modes corresponding to respective predetermined effect modes.

The left symbol, middle symbol and right symbol in the large symbol group 601 on the display screen 623 indicate that the corresponding special symbol variation display game is in the symbol stop state. The left symbol, medium symbol and right symbol in the small symbol group 602 on the display screen 623 indicate that the corresponding special symbol variation display game is in the symbol stop state. The large symbol group 601 and the small symbol group 602 display "seven" as the left symbol, "five" as the middle symbol, and "three" as the right symbol. It should be noted that the display of the chance eye may be performed in both the large symbol group 601 and the small symbol group 602, or may be performed in one of them.

The special figure 1 reserved number display 603 on the display screen 623 indicates the reserved memory number "3" for the special figure 1 game, and the special figure 2 reserved number display 604 on the display screen 623 indicates the reserved memory number "0" for the special figure 2 game. ” is shown. The display screen 623 hides the pending consumption display 606 and the pending standby display 605 . The display screen 623 hides the pending digestion display 606 and the pending standby display 605 in the pattern stop state, but hides the pending digestion display 606 and the pending standby display 605 in the temporary stop state before the pattern stop. You may make it so. In that case, the gaming machine 10 may display the hold standby display 605 in the symbol stop state.

Display screen 624 shown in FIG.
The only difference is that it hides only In this manner, regarding the pending performance mode performed by receiving the stop symbol command, the pending digestion display 606 can be hidden and the pending standby display 605 can be displayed in the symbol stop state. Although the display screen 624 does not display the pending digestion display 606 in the pattern stop state, the pending digestion display 606 may be hidden in the temporary stop state before the symbol stop. In that case, the gaming machine 10 may display the hold standby display 605 in the symbol stop state.

A display screen 625 shown in FIG. 38(3) displays a chance eye including a special symbol in the large symbol group 601, and hides the pending digestion display 606 and the pending standby display 605. FIG. In addition, the stop symbol command may be one that instructs that the chance eye including the special symbol can be displayed, and may not instruct the chance eye including the specific special symbol.

It should be noted that the special symbols are symbols having a role of notifying the progress of the game unlike normal symbols. For example, the game progress notified by the special symbols includes the type of effect scheduled to be executed, the type of ready-to-win scheduled to be executed, the advance notice of the big win, the type of big win, and the like.

Next, the pending effect mode for each control state in the pending effect performed by the effect control device 300 receiving the pending number command from the game control device 100 will be described with reference to FIG. Figure 3
9 is a diagram showing an example of a correspondence table of pending count commands, control states, and pending effect modes according to the second embodiment.

The table shown in FIG. 39 shows the update effect of the pending display mode by receiving the pending number command for each control state. For example, the effect control device 300 from the game control device 100 number of reservations "0
is received, the effect control device 300 does not have a hold standby display 605 to be displayed on the display device 41 regardless of the control state.

Further, when the control state is the control state SA when the effect control device 300 receives a reservation number command RC specifying the number of reservations "1" to "3" from the game control device 100, the effect control device 300 In the display device 41, the renewal performance of the pending display mode is performed without time lag. The update effect here means that the number of holdings (the number of starting memories) displayed by the holding standby display 605 is changed to "1
” refers to a display effect that increments.

In addition, when the control state is the control state SB when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "1" to "3" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300, In the display device 41, the update time lag A1, that is, the delay time UTa (
For example, 200 ms) is set, and an effect of updating the pending display mode is performed.

In addition, when the control state is the control state SC when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "1" to "3" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300 In the display device 41, the update time lag B1, that is, the delay time UTb (
For example, 400 ms) is set to perform an update rendering of the pending display mode.

In addition, when the control state is the control state SD when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "1" to "3" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300 In the display device 41, the update time lag C1, that is, the delay time UTc (
For example, 600 ms) is set to perform an update rendering of the pending display mode.

Further, when the control state is the control state SA when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "4" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300
performs an effect of updating the pending display mode on the display device 41 without a time lag.

Further, when the control state is the control state SB when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC designating the reservation number "4" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300
In the display device 41, the update time lag A2, that is, the delay time UTa2 (for example, 250 ms) is set, and the suspension display mode update effect is performed.

Further, when the control state is the control state SC when the effect control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "4" from the game control device 100, the effect control device 300
, the display device 41 sets an update time lag B2, that is, a delay time UTb2 (for example, 450 ms), and performs an update effect of the pending display mode.

Further, when the control state is the control state SD when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC specifying the reservation number "4" from the game control device 100, the production control device 300
, the display device 41 sets the update time lag C2, that is, the delay time UTc2 (for example, 650 ms), and performs the update effect of the suspension display mode.

In this way, the game machine 10, even if the effect control device 300 receives the same pending number command from the game control device 100, a different delay time (time value) depending on the control state in the effect control device 300 pending effect can be done. In addition, the gaming machine 10 includes the production control device 3
When 00 receives a different reservation number command from the game control device 100, the effect control device 3
A holding effect can be performed with different delay times (time values) in 00.

Next, with reference to FIG. 40, the timing for switching the pending display mode in the pending display mode update effect due to the reception of the pending number command will be described. FIG. 40 is a diagram illustrating an example of a timing chart of pending addition for each control state according to the second embodiment.

When the starting memory number (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the holding number command RC from the game control device 100 is "1", the holding number command RC is received if the control state is the control state SA. At the timing t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without an update time lag.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "1", the timing of receiving the reservation number command RC if the control state is the control state SB A delay time UTa (for example, 200 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t1. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time UTa to display the switching display from the starting memory number "1" to "2".

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the pending number command RC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "1", the timing of receiving the pending number command RC if the control state is the control state SC A delay time UTb (for example, 400 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t2. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time UTb to display the switching display from the starting memory number "1" to "2".

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the reservation number command RC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "1", the timing of receiving the reservation number command RC if the control state is the control state SD A delay time UTc (for example, 600 ms) is set at t0, and the starting memory number is switched to "2" at timing t3. At this time, the effect control device 300 uses the delay time UTc to display the switching display from the starting memory number "1" to "2".

In the game machine 10, while the effect control device 300 displays the switching display, the number of starting memories (the number of holding standby displays) of the holding standby display 605 on the display device 41 becomes unclear, but the special figure 1 holding number display Clarity is ensured by 603 and special figure 2 pending number display 604. Also, the gaming machine 10
, regardless of the special figure 1 reservation number display 603 or the special figure 2 reservation number display 604, the game control device 10
The collective display device 50 controlled by 0 also ensures the clarity of the pending display number.

Next, Modification 1 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. The gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment displays the switching display when updating the pending display mode, but the gaming machine 10 of Modification 1 of the second embodiment displays the switching display when updating the pending display mode. A performance display is performed instead of displaying the display. FIG. 41 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of a hold shift for each control state in Modification 1 of the second embodiment.

When the start memory number (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is "3", if the control state is the control state SA, the variable display command HC is received. At the timing t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SB. At t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode. However, the effect control device 300 sets the effect time for a predetermined time CTa (for example, 500 ms) from the timing t0 when the variable display command HC is received, and performs the effect display until the timing t1. Note that the effect display can be the same as the effect display 515 described with reference to FIG.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SC At t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode. However, the effect control device 300 sets the effect time of a predetermined time CTb (for example, 500 ms) by the timing t4 when the variable display based on the variable display command HC is stopped, and performs the effect display from the timing t2 to the timing t4.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SD. At t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode. However, the effect control device 300 sets the effect time for a predetermined time CTc (for example, 500 ms) with the timing t4 at which the variable display based on the variable display command HC is stopped, and performs the effect display from the timing t3 to the timing t5.

Since the gaming machine 10 like this has no time lag in switching the hold display, there is no possibility that the starting memory number (hold standby display number) of the hold standby display 605 on the display device 41 becomes unclear. In addition, even if there is a possibility that the starting memory number (holding standby display number) of the holding standby display 605 on the display device 41 may be unclear, the gaming machine 10 604 ensures clarity. In addition, the gaming machine 10 has a special figure 1 reservation number display 60
Not depending on 3 or special figure 2 reservation number display 604, the clarity of the reservation standby display number is ensured by the collective display device 50 controlled by the game control device 100.

Next, Modification 2 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. The gaming machine 10 of Modification 1 of the second embodiment displays an effect display when updating the pending display mode, but the gaming machine 10 of Modification 2 of the second embodiment updates the pending display mode. When switching, the switching display is performed at the same timing as the effect display. FIG. 42 is a diagram showing an example of a timing chart of a pending shift for each control state in Modification 2 of the second embodiment.

When the start memory number (holding number) when the effect control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100 is "3", if the control state is the control state SA, the variable display command HC is received. At the timing t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SB. A switching display time is set for a predetermined time CTd (for example, 500 ms) from t0, and the switching display is performed until timing t1.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the number of starting memories is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SC At t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. The effect control device 300 sets a switching display time of a predetermined time CTe (for example, 500 ms) by timing t4 to stop the variable display based on the variable display command HC, and performs switching display from timing t2 to timing t4.

In addition, when the production control device 300 receives the variable display command HC from the game control device 100, when the starting memory number is "3", the timing of receiving the variable display command HC if the control state is the control state SD. At t0, the starting memory number is switched to "2" without a shift time lag. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not display the switching display when updating the pending display mode. However, the effect control device 300 sets the effect time for a predetermined time CTf (for example, 500 ms) with the timing t4 at which the variable display based on the variable display command HC is stopped, and performs the effect display from the timing t3 to the timing t5.

In this way, even if the effect control device 300 receives the same variable display command from the game control device 100, the game machine 10 is held at a different switching display time (time value) according to the control state of the effect control device 300. You can perform.

Next, Modification 3 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 43 is a diagram showing an example of a holding effect mode of modification 3 of the second embodiment. The gaming machine 10 of the modification 3 of the second embodiment configures the pending digestion display 606 including the main pending digestion display 630 and the pending digestion effect display 631, and the main pending standby display 632 and the pending standby effect display 633. constitutes the pending standby display 605. The main pending digestion display 630 can indicate, by its display mode, that the special figure variable display game is in a variable display state and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result. The pending consumption display 631 produces the main pending consumption display 630 . For example, the main pending digestion display 630 has a display mode like the "ball" of kendama, and indicates that the special figure variable display game is in a variable display state by color, size, shape, action, etc. You can let us know your expectations. The pending digestion effect display 631 is in a display mode like the "ken" of a kendama, and produces the main pending digestion display 630 by color, size, shape, motion, and the like.

The main pending standby display 632 can clearly indicate the number of pending memories of the special figure fluctuation display game by its display mode, and can notify the degree of expectation for the game result for each pending memory. The holding standby effect display 633 produces the main holding standby display 632 . For example, the main pending wait display 632 may read:
It is a display mode like the "ball" of kendama, and the number of reserved memories of the special figure fluctuation display game can be clearly indicated by color, size, shape, action, etc., and the degree of expectation for the game result for each reserved memory can be notified. The hold standby effect display 633 is a display mode like "Ken" of a kendama, and the color,
The size, shape, action, etc., produce the main hold and wait display 632 .

The pending standby display 605 shown in FIG. 43(1) indicates that the pending storage number is "3" by three main pending standby displays 632. FIG. Hold standby display 605 displays "ball" (main hold standby display 632
), a main hold and wait display 632 is produced with a "ken" (hold and wait display 633). In the pending consumption display 606 shown in FIG. 43(1), "tama" (main pending consumption display 630) is placed on a large plate of "ken" (suspension consumption effect display 631) to produce a sense of expectation. Such a gaming machine 10 can produce a sense of expectation not only by the display mode of the main pending consumption display 630 but also by the display modes of the main pending consumption display 630 and the pending consumption effect display 631 .

A holding standby display 605 shown in FIG. 43(2) indicates switching of the holding display mode during the variable display.
Hold standby display 605 suppresses the change in the display mode of "ball" (main hold standby display 632),
"Ken" (holding standby effect display 633) is produced by enlarging the change in display mode. for example,"
"Tama" (main hold standby display 632) does not move (or moves little) and "Ken"
(Holding standby effect display 633) is moving greatly. Such a gaming machine 10 improves the interest of the pending display performance while facilitating the visibility of the pending waiting number.

The hold standby display 605 shown in FIG. 43(3) shows the switching of the hold display mode during fluctuation stop.
The holding standby display 605 suppresses the change in the display mode of "Ken" (holding standby effect display 633) and increases the change in the display mode of "ball" (main holding standby display 632). for example,"
"Ken" (holding standby display 633) does not move (or moves little), and "ball" (main holding standby display 632) moves greatly. Pending digestion display 60 shown in FIG. 43(3)
6 is not displayed because the fluctuation is stopped. Such a gaming machine 10 improves interest in the pending display effect while calling attention to an event such as a fluctuation stop.

The pending standby display 605 shown in FIG. 43(4) indicates that the pending storage number is "2" by two main pending standby displays 632. FIG. Hold standby display 605 displays "ball" (main hold standby display 632
), a main hold and wait display 632 is produced with a "ken" (hold and wait display 633). The pending digestion display 606 shown in FIG. 43(4) is a pending digestion shown in FIG. Display 60
Produces a different sense of expectation from 6. Such a gaming machine 10 can produce a sense of expectation not only by the display mode of the main pending consumption display 630 but also by the display modes of the main pending consumption display 630 and the pending consumption effect display 631 .

In addition, the gaming machine 10 differs from the hold display shift time (move time outside standby) from the hold standby display 605 to the hold digest display 606 and the hold display shift time (move time within standby) inside the hold standby display 605. , a hold standby display 605 comprising a main hold standby display 632 and a hold standby effect display 633, and a hold digest display 606 comprising a main hold digest display 630 and a hold digest effect display 631 are displayed. may

Also, the game machine 10 may change the movement time outside standby and the movement time within standby according to the control state of the effect control device 300 . In addition, the game machine 10 may have different moving times outside of standby and moving times within standby as the pre-reading announcement effect. The gaming machine 10 may display different effects for different non-waiting moving times and in-waiting moving times.

For example, the game machine 10 sets the movement time outside standby to 300 ms in mode A, sets the change in the display mode of the pending completion display 606 to a display effect by trick A with a low difficulty level, and sets the movement time outside standby to 500 ms in mode B and holds it. The change in the display mode of the digestion display 606 is a display effect by technique B of medium difficulty, and the movement time outside standby in mode C is set to 1000 ms, and the change in display mode of the pending digestion display 606 is a display effect by technique C of high difficulty. . The game machine 10 can also set the moving time during standby in the same manner.

In addition, the gaming machine 10 displays different effects display results for different out-of-standby movement times and in-standby movement times, including different effects display results including cases in which the technique succeeds and cases in which the technique fails. You may make it display. Also, the game machine 10 may perform a suggestive display suggesting a different effect display result before displaying the different effect display result. For example, the gaming machine 10 may notify or suggest the success or failure of a trick by displaying kendama practice or warming up in the normal display of the hold standby display 605 .

The gaming machine 10 (including modifications) of the second embodiment described above may be applied in combination with the gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment as appropriate. For example, the gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, when the setting of the non-display timing and the switching of the display mode differ depending on the control state of the effect control device 300, the pending change as described in the first embodiment may be executed.

The gaming machine 10 (including modifications) of the second embodiment described above has the following features in one aspect.
(1) The gaming machine 10 includes main control means (game control device 100) that controls the execution of games (variation display game, special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game), and commands ( A slave control means (production control device 300) that receives a variable display command, a stop pattern command, a number of reservations command, etc.) and displays the start memory that is the right to execute the game on the display means (display device 41) in a predetermined display mode. And prepare. When the slave control means changes the pending display mode of the starting memory displayed on the display means in relation to the reception of a predetermined command from the main control means, the slave control means switches between the first control state and the second control state. Either one changes the display mode of the starting memory from the first display mode to the second display mode at a predetermined timing, and the other does not change the display mode of the starting memory at a predetermined timing (FIG. 27).

(2) The gaming machine 10 includes main control means (game control device 100) that controls the execution of games (variation display game, special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game), and commands ( A slave control means (production control device 300) that receives a variable display command, a stop pattern command, a number of reservations command, etc.) and displays the start memory that is the right to execute the game on the display means (display device 41) in a predetermined display mode. And prepare. When the slave control means changes the pending display mode of the starting memory displayed on the display means in relation to the reception of a predetermined command from the main control means, the slave control means switches between the first control state and the second control state. In either one, at a predetermined timing, the display mode of the pending standby or pending digestion of the starting memory (suspended standby display mode, pending digestion display mode) is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode including non-display, and the other , the display mode of the starting memory is not changed at a predetermined timing (Fig. 27).

(3) The gaming machine 10 includes main control means (game control device 100) that controls the execution of games (variation display game, special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game), and commands ( Display means (display device 4
1) and a slave control means (effect control device 300) for displaying. The slave control means can display, as pending displays, a first pending display and a second pending display corresponding to the game being executed on the display means. In one of the control state and the second control state, the first suspension display or the second suspension display is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode at a predetermined timing, and in the other, the first suspension is performed at a predetermined timing. The display mode of the display or the second pending display is not changed (FIG. 27).

(4) The gaming machine 10 includes main control means (game control device 100) that controls the execution of games (variation display game, special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game), and commands ( Display means (display device 4
1) and a slave control means (effect control device 300) for displaying. The slave control means can display, as pending displays, a first pending display and a second pending display corresponding to the game being executed on the display means. In either one of the control state and the second control state, at the first timing, the first suspension display or the second suspension display is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode, and at the other time, the display mode is different from the first timing. second
A gaming machine that changes the display mode of the first pending display or the second pending display at timing (FIGS. 31 and 40).

(5) The gaming machine 10 includes main control means (game control device 100) that controls the execution of games (variation display game, special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game), and commands ( Display means (display device 4
1) and a slave control means (effect control device 300) for displaying. When a predetermined command is received from the main control means, the slave control means shifts the hold display from the first display mode to the second display at a predetermined timing in either one of the first control state and the second control state. On the other hand, the display mode of the pending display is not changed at a predetermined timing (FIG. 27).

Note that the processing functions described above can be realized by a computer. In that case, a program describing the processing contents of the functions that the gaming machine of the embodiment should have is provided. By executing the program on a computer, the above processing functions are realized on the computer. A program describing the processing content can be recorded in a computer-readable recording medium. Computer-readable recording media include magnetic storage devices,
There are optical discs, magneto-optical recording media, semiconductor memories, and the like. Magnetic storage devices include hard disk devices (HDD), flexible disks (FD), magnetic tapes, and the like. Optical disks include DVD (Digital Versatile Disk), DVD-RAM, CD (Compact Disk)-RO
M/RW (ReWritable) and the like. MO (Magneto-Optical disk) is used as a magneto-optical recording medium.
etc.

When distributing the program, for example, DVD, C
Portable recording media such as D-ROM are sold. It is also possible to store the program in the storage device of the server computer and transfer the program from the server computer to another computer via the network.

A computer that executes a program stores, for example, a program recorded on a portable recording medium or a program transferred from a server computer in its own storage device. The computer then reads the program from its own storage device and executes processing according to the program. The computer can also read the program directly from the portable recording medium and execute processing according to the program. Also, the computer can execute processing according to the received program every time the program is transferred from a server computer connected via a network.

In addition, at least part of the above processing functions are DSP (Digital Signal Processor), A
SIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), PLD (Programmable Logic De
vice) or other electronic circuits.

It should be noted that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine shown in the disclosed embodiment as a gaming machine. It can be applied to all game machines using game balls and slot machines which are game machines using medals.

Also, the disclosed embodiments should be considered as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. Also, the configurations of the above-described embodiment and modifications may be combined and applied. The scope of the invention is indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description,
All changes within the meaning and range of equivalence to the claims are intended to be included.

10 Game Machine 100 Game Control Device 300 Effect Control Device

Claims (1)

main control means for controlling the execution of the game;
a slave control means for receiving a command from the main control means and causing a display means to display, in a predetermined display mode, a pending display relating to a starting memory that is the right to execute the game;
with
The slave control means
Display the hold display corresponding to the start memory before the start of fluctuation as the hold standby display,
Display the pending display corresponding to the starting memory after the start of fluctuation as the pending digestion display,
The hold standby display or the hold digestion display can be changed from the first mode to the second mode,
It is possible to switch between display and non-display of the pending digestion display while the pending standby display is displayed.
game machine.

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