JP4980077B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention includes a variable display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them and derives and displays a display result, which is advantageous for a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display unit. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Furthermore, a variable display device capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, which is advantageous to the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display device. Some are configured to be controllable to a specific gaming state.

  The specific game state means a state advantageous for a player who is given a predetermined game value. Specifically, the specific game state is, for example, a state in which a special variable winning device is advantageous for a player who is likely to win a ball (a big hit game state), or a state in which a right to be advantageous for a player has occurred. In this state, a predetermined game value such as a state where conditions for paying out premium game media are easily established is given.

  In such a gaming machine, the fact that the display result of the variable display device that displays the symbol as identification information is a combination of specific display modes (specific display result) determined in advance is generally referred to as “big hit”. When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Further, when a predetermined condition (for example, winning in the V zone provided in the big prize opening) is not established at the time when the big prize opening is closed, the big hit gaming state is ended.

  Further, in such a gaming machine, when the big hit gaming state is ended, an ending effect for notifying that the big hit gaming state is ended is performed. For example, Patent Document 1 describes a gaming machine that performs different ending effects according to the gaming state after the big hit and the number of consecutive big hits. In Patent Document 1, a probability variation state (a game state in which the display result of variable display of symbols is likely to be a big hit display compared to that in the normal state), a short time state (variable display time of symbols compared to the normal state). A configuration is described in which the ending effect is performed in different effect modes depending on whether the game state or the normal state is entered. Further, in Patent Document 1, there is a configuration in which an ending effect is performed in different effect modes according to the number of consecutive big hits (depending on the number of big hits with the probability change this time). Are listed.

  Also, for example, in Patent Document 2, a display result storage area is referred to, and a variable display result is displayed in the display result storage area as a variable display result (variable display of symbols as compared to a normal state after the big hit gaming state is completed). A game machine is described that performs a notice effect that predicts that it will be a big hit continuously according to the number of probable big hits that are stored only when a big hit is likely to be displayed as a big hit display). . Further, Patent Document 2 describes that a notice effect for notifying that a big hit will be made continuously is performed in the ending after the big hit game.

JP 2004-313475 A (paragraph 0047-0048, paragraph 0085, paragraph 0094-0097, FIG. 6-7, FIG. 9) Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2005-65900 (paragraphs 0077-0087, paragraph 0113, FIG. 10-11)

  However, even if the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 is used, it will be different at the end of the big hit game after being notified of whether or not the big hit and the type of big hit (probable big hit, short time big hit, normal big hit) are notified The ending effect can only be performed in the effect mode. In other words, the player can only perform the ending effect after recognizing whether it will shift to the probabilistic state, the short-time state, or the normal state after the big hit, and the ending effect based on the information that the player already knows. It is only possible to vary the production mode. Therefore, the interest of the player cannot be improved by the ending effect.

  Moreover, even if the gaming machine described in Patent Document 2 is used, only a notice effect is performed in the ending at the time of a probable big hit. For this reason, when a big hit other than a probable big hit is made, the notice effect cannot be performed in the ending, and when the notice effect is not performed in the ending, the player's interest cannot be improved by the ending effect. If the announcement effect is performed even when the probability variation big hit is not achieved, the announcement effect is also performed even when the number of probability variation big hits stored as variable display results in the display result storage area is zero. . Therefore, there is a possibility that a notice effect is produced even though there is no possibility of consecutive big hits, and the interest of the player may be lowered.

  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of a player by using an ending effect when performing an ending effect to notify the end of the big hit gaming state.

  A gaming machine according to the present invention includes a variable display device (for example, a variable display device 9) that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, decorative symbols) that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result. A game machine that shifts to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the display device, and displays a variable display of identification information Whether or not the result is a specific display result is determined in advance, and the display result of the variable display of identification information is specified in comparison with the normal state after the specific gaming state transferred based on the determination is completed Predetermining means (for example, a game control microcomputer 56) that determines in advance whether or not to shift to a high-probability gaming state (for example, probability variation state) that is likely to result in a display result. Steps S1510 to S1513 and S1517 to S1522 in FIG. 5) and the number of variable display holds when the variable display execution condition is satisfied but the variable display start condition is not yet satisfied when the specific gaming state is terminated. When it is determined that there is a hold number by the hold number determination means (for example, the part that executes step S1982 in the production control microcomputer 100) and the hold number determination means that determine the presence or absence (for example, the number of hold storage). , Display result determination means for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the prior determination means is determined as the specific display result (for example, effect control micro The part that executes step S1803 in the computer 100) and the number of holds by the hold number determination means A special specific game state end effect (for example, special ending) that notifies whether the game state after the end of the specific game state is a high-probability state and the determination result of the display result determination means based on the determination that there is Effect), a variable display period (for example, after big hit) of a predetermined display of identification information that is executed first after the specific game state end notification period (for example, a predetermined ending effect execution period) and the specific game state ends Based on the fact that the special ending effect is selected in step S1983 when it is determined that the special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines N in step S1982). Steps S1990 to S1991 and S973 to S977 are executed to Steps S836 to S836 are based on the fact that in S823, S825, S827, and S830, the probable off-time effect, the short-time off time effect, the first fluctuation pattern 2 corresponding effect after big hit, or the first fluctuation pattern 3 corresponding effect after big hit is selected. S838, a part that executes S1836 to S1841), and the special specific game state end notification effect executing means determines whether or not the game state after the end of the specific game state is a high probability state in the special specific game state end effect. A high-probability notification effect for informing the user and a continuous specific display notice effect (for example, a continuous jackpot effect) for notifying the determination result of the display result determining means are executed in one effect (for example, the microcomputer 100 for effect control). As shown in FIG. 35, in the special ending production, there is one continuous jackpot production and a probable promotion production. To run as out. ).

  The specific gaming state end notification effect executing means is based on the fact that the number of holdings is determined not to be held by the holding number determining means, and is different from a special specific gaming state end notification effect (for example, normal In the normal specific gaming state end notification effect execution means (for example, in the effect control microcomputer 100 in step S1982), which is executed during a predetermined specific gaming state end notification period (for example, a predetermined ending effect execution period). It may be configured to include steps for executing steps S1990 to S1991 and S973 to S977 based on selection of a normal ending effect in steps S1987 and S1988 when it is determined as Y.

  The normal specific game state end notification effect executing means executes different effects in the normal specific game state end effect based on whether or not the game state after the specific game state ends is a high probability state (for example, effect control) When the microcomputer 100 determines Y in step S1986, it proceeds to step S1987 and selects a normal ending effect with a probable change promotion, and when it determines N in step S1986, it proceeds to step S1988 and the probable promotion. May be configured to select a normal ending effect that does not include

  The display result determining means displays the display result of the variable display of identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the predetermining means when it is determined by the hold number determining means that there is a hold number. It is determined whether or not the result is determined, and the transition is made based on the fact that the display result of the variable display of identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the predetermining means is determined as the specific display result. It is determined whether or not it is decided to shift to the high-probability gaming state after the specific gaming state has been completed (for example, a part for executing steps S1811 and S1816 in the production control microcomputer 100), and the special specific gaming state The end notification effect executing means is determined to have been determined as the specific display result by the display result determining means, and enters the high probability gaming state. It is determined that it is determined to be determined, and it is determined that the specific display result is determined by the display result determination means, and it is determined that it is determined not to shift to the high-probability gaming state. (For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit when the determination control determines that the result is Y in step S1811, and step S1816). If it is determined as Y in step S1818, the process may proceed to step S1818 to select an effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit).

  The special specific game state end notification effect executing means performs a high probability notification effect in a variable display period (for example, the first variation time after the big hit) of the identification information that is executed first after the specific game state ends. (For example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes steps S836 to S838 and S1836 to S1841 based on the fact that the deviation production at the time of probability change and the deviation production at the time reduction are selected in steps S823 and S825). May be.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, whether or not the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state is a high probability state based on the fact that the number of holdings is determined by the holding number determination unit and the display result determination unit A special specific gaming state end effect for informing the determination result is executed over a predetermined specific gaming state end notification period and a variable display period of variable display of identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state ends. A special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means, and the special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means determines whether or not the gaming state after the specific gaming state end is a high probability state in the special specific gaming state end effect. Since the high-probability notification effect for notifying the player and the continuous specific display notice effect for notifying the determination result of the display result determining means are executed in one effect, a special specific game In the end effect can be carried out continuously specific display announcement attraction and a high probability notification effect, it is possible to have an interest in the player to the director of both the continuous specific display announcement attraction and a high probability notification effect. Even if only one of the continuous specific display notice effect and the high probability notification effect is executed, the player's interest can be improved. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved by the specific gaming state end notification effect. In addition, since the specific specific gaming state end notification period and the variable display period of the variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state ends, a special specific gaming state end notification effect is executed for a long time. It is possible to increase the interest of the player.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, the specific game state end notification effect executing means is different from the special specific game state end effect based on the fact that the hold number determination means determines that there is no hold number. Since it is configured to include a normal specific gaming state end notification effect executing means for executing the specific gaming state end notification effect during a predetermined specific gaming state end notification period, a variable display is displayed in the specific gaming state end notification effect. When there is no possibility that the display result of the variable display will become the specific display result continuously, by performing an effect of notifying that the specific display result will be the specific display result only when there is a possibility that the result will be the specific display result continuously It is possible not to execute the effect of notifying that the specific display result will be obtained. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation where the player's interest is lowered.

  According to the third aspect of the present invention, the normal specific gaming state end notification effect executing means performs the normal specific gaming state end effect based on whether or not the gaming state after the specific gaming state ends is a high probability state. Since it is configured to execute different effects, there is no possibility that the display result of the variable display will be the specific display result continuously, even if the special specific game state end notification effect is not executed The interest of the player can be improved by the game state end notification effect.

  According to the fourth aspect of the present invention, it is determined that the special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means is determined to be the specific display result by the display result determining means, and is determined to be shifted to the high probability gaming state. And when it is determined that the specific display result is determined by the display result determination means and it is determined not to shift to the high-probability gaming state, a special specific gaming state end effect is produced in different presentation modes. Since it is configured to execute, it is possible to further improve the interest of the player for the special specific gaming state end effect.

  According to the fifth aspect of the invention, the special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means performs the high probability notification effect in the variable display period of the variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state ends. Since it is configured to execute, it is possible to keep the player interested for a long period of time as to whether or not the gaming state shifts to the high probability gaming state.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

  First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine as viewed from the front. In the following embodiments, a pachinko gaming machine will be described as an example. However, the gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and can be applied to other gaming machines such as a slot machine.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be opened and closed. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts attached to them (excluding game boards described later). Is a structure including

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hit ball supply tray 3 and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for launching the game balls are provided. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  Near the center of the game area 7 variably displayed and displayed a plurality of types of decorative patterns for presentation that can be identified based on the establishment of a predetermined start condition (for example, the hitting of the hit ball at the start winning opening 14). A variable display device 9 for deriving and displaying the result is arranged. In this embodiment, the variable display device 9 is constituted by a liquid crystal display device (LCD), and is configured such that decorative symbols are displayed and controlled in three display areas (decorative symbol display areas) of left, middle, and right. Yes. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result means that the symbol is stopped and displayed when a predetermined variation time has elapsed since the symbol variation display is started (except for the temporary stop before the so-called re-variation).

  In this embodiment, the symbols “0” to “9” are used as decorative symbols displayed in the three display areas of the variable display device 9. During the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbols, the decorative symbols “0” to “9” are displayed in numerical order.

  A special symbol display (special symbol display device) 8 that variably displays a special symbol as identification information is provided on the variable display device 9. In this embodiment, the special symbol display 8 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers “0” to “99”, for example. The special symbol display 8 may be configured to variably display numbers such as “0” to “9” which are simplified.

  The variable display device 9 performs variable display of a decorative symbol as a symbol for decoration (production) during the variable symbol display period of the special symbol by the special symbol indicator 8. The variable display device 9 that performs variable display of decorative symbols is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. The special symbol display 8 that performs variable display of the special symbols is controlled by a game control microcomputer mounted on the game control board.

  At the bottom of the variable display device 9, a special symbol hold memory display comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the start winning opening 14, that is, the number of hold memories (also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). 18 is provided. Every time there is an effective start prize, the display color of one display is changed. Each time the variable display on the special symbol display 8 is started, the display color of one display is restored. In this example, since the special symbol display 8 and the special symbol hold memory display 18 are provided separately, the number of hold memories can be displayed even during variable display. In the display area of the variable display device 9, a special symbol reserved storage display area including four display areas for displaying the number of reserved memories may be provided. Further, in this embodiment, the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is 4, but the upper limit value may be a larger value. Further, the upper limit value may be changed according to the gaming state.

  Below the variable display device 9, there is provided a start winning opening 14 through which a game ball can be won. The game ball won in the start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the start opening switch 14a. The start winning opening 14 is provided with a variable winning ball device 15 that performs an opening / closing operation. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16 (not shown in FIG. 1). When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 (easy to start winning), which is advantageous for the player.

  Below the start winning opening 14, a special variable that is opened by the solenoid 21 in a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) that occurs when a special display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the special symbol display 8. A winning device is provided.

  In this embodiment, the big hit symbol is determined as the special symbol stop symbol without distinguishing between the probability variation big hit and the normal big hit, and is derived and displayed on the special symbol display 8. For example, “11”, “22”, “33”, “44”, “55”, “66”, “77” can be used as the big win symbol without distinguishing between the case of the probability big hit and the normal big hit. , “88” or “99” is determined and displayed on the special symbol display 8. Further, in this embodiment, the big hit symbol is determined as the decorative symbol stop symbol without distinguishing between the probability big hit and the normal big hit, and is derived and displayed on the variable display device 9. For example, without distinguishing between a probable big hit and a normal big hit, the stop symbols of the decorative symbols are determined in a state where the same symbols of the middle left and right symbols are aligned as the big hit symbols, and the variable display device 9 Derived and displayed. Therefore, a player can recognize that it is a big hit only by looking at a special symbol or a stop symbol of a decorative design, but cannot recognize whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit.

  A normal symbol display 10 is provided directly above the variable display device 9. The normal symbol display 10 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, “◯” and “x”) called normal symbols.

  When a game ball wins the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the left and right lamps (a symbol can be visually recognized when the lamp is lit). For example, if the left lamp is lit when the variable display ends, it is a hit. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. That is, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 changes from a disadvantageous state to a player's advantageous state when the normal symbol is a winning symbol. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing to the gate 32, the normal symbol hold memory display 41 increments the LED to be turned on by one. Each time the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  The game board 6 is provided with a plurality of winning holes 29, 30, 33, 39, and winning of game balls to the winning holes 29, 30, 33, 39 is performed by winning hole switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, respectively. Detected. Each winning opening 29, 30, 33, 39 constitutes a winning area provided in the game board 6 as an area for accepting game balls and allowing winning. The start winning opening 14 and the big winning opening also constitute a winning area that accepts game balls and allows winning. A decorative lamp 25 blinkingly displayed during the game is provided around the left and right of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in at the bottom. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are provided. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (such as a big prize opening) in the game area 7. The top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the decorative LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the gaming machine.

  Also, below the left speaker 27 is provided a prize ball LED 51 that is lit while paying out the prize ball, and below the right speaker 27 is provided a ball cut LED 52 that is lit when the supply ball is cut. Yes. Further, a prepaid card unit that enables lending of a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (not shown).

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. If the game ball enters the start winning opening 14 and is detected by the start opening switch 14a, the special symbol display device is in a state in which the variable symbol special display can be started (for example, the end of the big hit game or the end of the previous variable display). 8, variable display (variation) of the special symbol is started, and variable display of the decorative symbol is started in the variable display device 9. If the variable symbol special display cannot be started, the reserved memory number for the special symbol storage memory display 18 is increased by one.

  The variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and the decorative symbol of the variable display device 9 stops when a predetermined time has elapsed. When the stop symbol at the time of stoppage becomes a jackpot symbol (specific display result), the game shifts to a jackpot game state. That is, the game state shifts to a specific game state that is advantageous to the player as compared to a normal state other than the big hit game state. In the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state), the special variable winning device is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of gaming balls have won the winning prize opening. The It should be noted that one round in the big hit gaming state is a period from when the special variable winning device is opened until a predetermined period elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, ten) of hitting balls wins the big winning opening. In this embodiment, the big hit gaming state is continued for 15 rounds.

  The special symbol variable display on the special symbol display 8 is synchronized with the decorative symbol variable display on the variable display device 9. Here, synchronization means that the variable display period is the same. Further, in the special symbol display 8, a jackpot symbol (for example, “111”, “22”, “33”, “44”, “55”, “66”, “77”, “88” or “999” symbol) ) Is stopped and displayed on the variable display device 9 in a state where the left, middle and right decorative symbols are aligned (for example, “222”, “777”, etc.). Hereinafter, the stop display in the state in which the left, right, and right decorative symbols are aligned on the variable display device 9 is expressed as a big hit symbol (specific display result) of the decorative symbol is displayed.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined beforehand that the probability variation jackpot is determined, the game shifts to the jackpot gaming state, and after the jackpot gaming state ends (after closing the jackpot in the final round), the jackpot determination is made. Is controlled to a probability variation state (which means a probability variation state, transitioned to a high probability state and transitioned to a short time state described later) with a higher probability (ratio) than the normal gaming state when performing The That is, it becomes a more advantageous state for the player in the probability variation state. In this embodiment, when a predetermined transition condition is satisfied, the gaming state is shifted to a probability change state (a high probability state and a short time state). Specifically, when it is determined that the probability is changed internally (when it is determined in advance that the probability change is a big hit), it is assumed that the predetermined transition condition is satisfied and the probability change state (high probability state and short time state) is established. To be migrated.

  In this embodiment, when it is determined in advance that the jackpot is normally made, the control is performed so as to shift to a short time state in which the variation time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened after the jackpot is finished. After the big hit, the time reduction state is continued until the special symbol and the decorative symbol change display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times). In that case, a time reduction flag may be set, and the variation time may be shortened based on the time reduction flag. When the execution of the variable display is completed a predetermined number of times, the time reduction flag is reset, and the gaming state is shifted to the normal state.

  Next, the reach display mode (reach) will be described. The reach display mode (reach) in this embodiment is a variable display (variable display) for decorative symbols that have not yet stopped when the stopped decorative symbols constitute a part of the jackpot symbol. And all or part of the decorative symbols are in a state of being variably displayed synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol.

  For example, in the left, right and right display areas of the variable display device 9, the left and right display areas are displayed in a state in which a decorative symbol (for example, “7”) which is a part of the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed. The display area is still in a variable display state, and all or some of the symbols in the display area are synchronously variably displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol (for example, variable display) The variable display is performed on all of the left, middle, and right display areas in the device 9, and the variable display is always performed in a state where the same symbols are aligned), which is the reach display mode or reach.

  In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance is performed with a lamp or sound. The effect and the reach display mode in the variable display device 9 are called reach effects. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (decoration design etc.)) or a background display mode (for example, color) of the variable display device 9 is displayed. May be changed.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a circuit configuration in the main board 31. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an interface board 66, a relay board 77, and an effect control board 80 that are mounted on the gaming machine. The main board 31 includes a basic circuit (corresponding to a game control means) 53 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program, a gate switch 32a, a start port switch 14a, a count switch 23, and winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, An input driver circuit 58 that supplies a signal from 39a to the basic circuit 53, a solenoid 16 that opens and closes the variable winning ball apparatus 15, and an output that drives the solenoid 21 that opens and closes the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 according to a command from the basic circuit 53 A circuit 59 is mounted.

  Note that the switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a may be referred to as sensors. That is, the name of the game medium detection means is not limited as long as it is a game medium detection means (game ball detection means in this example) that can detect a game ball. Each of the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a that perform winning detection is also a winning detection means that detects the winning of a game ball in the winning area. Note that even if a passing gate such as the gate 32 is used, if a prize ball is paid out, a game ball entering the passing gate becomes a winning and a switch provided on the passing gate (for example, The gate switch 32a) becomes a winning detection means.

  The basic circuit 53 includes a ROM 54 for storing a program for game control (game progress control), a RAM 55 as storage means (variation data storage means for storing fluctuation data) used as a work memory, and a control operation according to the program. A game control microcomputer 560 having a CPU 56 is included. In this embodiment, the CPU 56 refers to a central processing unit (a portion excluding storage means such as the ROM 54 and RAM 55, the I / O port unit 57, etc.) of the basic circuit 53 that operates according to a program. Main processing and interrupt processing (timer interrupt processing) to be executed. The game control microcomputer 560 refers to a part of the basic circuit 53 including the CPU 56, storage means such as the ROM 54 and RAM 55, the I / O port 57, and the like. And transmission / reception of various data to / from the microcomputer mounted on the production control board 80).

  In this embodiment, the ROM 54, the RAM 55 serving as storage means as a work memory, and the I / O port unit 57 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to include at least the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or internal.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, hereinafter, the game control microcomputer 560 executes (or performs processing) specifically. Is that the CPU 56 executes control according to the program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31. The game control means is realized by a basic circuit 53 including a game control microcomputer 560.

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power supply created on the power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

  A reset signal from the power supply board is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. The reset signal from the power supply board is also input to the reset terminal of the payout control microcomputer. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer become operable, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer stop operating. It becomes a state. Accordingly, during the period in which the reset signal is at a high level, an allowable signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output, and in the period in which the reset signal is at a low level, An operation stop signal for stopping the operations of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output. A reset circuit may be mounted on each control board (including the main board 31), or a reset circuit is mounted on one or more of the plurality of control boards, and a reset signal is sent from there to another control circuit. You may make it supply to a board | substrate.

  Further, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board has decreased to a predetermined value or less is input to the input port of the basic circuit 53 via the payout control board 37. Further, a clear signal indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the basic circuit 53.

  The clear signal is branched in the main board 31 and is also supplied to the payout control board 37. Note that the state of the clear signal input by the game control microcomputer 560 via the input port may be output to the payout control board 37 via the output port.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. The display control of the variable display device 9 that receives and displays the decorative design variably, the sound output control of the speaker (sound output device) 27, the display control of the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c, and the like are performed. In this embodiment, “effect control” means display control of the variable display device 9, sound output control of the speaker 27, and display control of the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c. It means performing such as. In this embodiment, the effect control means is provided by the effect control microcomputer 100 that performs display control of the variable display device 9, sound output control of the speaker 27, and display control of the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c. Realized.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77 and the effect control board 80. In this embodiment, the display control of the variable display device 9, the sound output control of the sound output device 27, and the lamps 25, 28 a, 28 b, and 28 c are performed using one control board (production control board 80). Although a case where display control is performed will be described, a plurality of control boards may be used. For example, in addition to the effect control board 80 for effect control, a lamp driver board for controlling each lamp and a sound output board for controlling the sound output device may be provided. In this case, the effect control means is realized by a control microcomputer and a control circuit mounted on the lamp driver board and the sound output board in addition to the effect control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, the display control means is realized by an effect control microcomputer 100 that controls the variable display device 9.

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control microcomputer 100 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and a strobe signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77. In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the variable display device 9 using the LCD based on the effect control command.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit is installed. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal.

  Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs a signal for driving the lamp to the lamp driver 352. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the button lamp. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp 25 provided on the frame side.

  In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound number data to the speech synthesis IC 173. The voice synthesizing IC 173 generates a voice or a sound effect corresponding to the sound number data and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 175. The amplifier circuit 175 outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC 173 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 176 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 174 stores control data corresponding to the sound number data. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data indicating the sound effect or sound output mode in a time series in a predetermined period (for example, a decorative symbol variation period).

  The signal for driving the lamp and the sound number data are communicated between the production control microcomputer 100, the lamp driver 352, and the speech synthesis IC 173 (such as transmitting a response signal from the signal receiving side to the transmitting side). Communication).

  The effect control microcomputer 100 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM stores character image data that is frequently used among images displayed on the variable display device 9, specifically, people, characters, figures, symbols, and the like (including decorative designs). Is. The effect control microcomputer 100 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control of the variable display device 9 based on data input from the production control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the variable display device 9 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100, and maps a VRAM therein. The VRAM is a buffer memory for expanding image data generated by the VDP. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the variable display device 9.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. 4 and 5 show main processing executed by the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the game machine and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is a flowchart which shows. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid. The main processing after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set for the stack pointer (step S3). In step S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set to the mode indicating the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (step S4). By the processing in step S4, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port) which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits) are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also incorporates an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC) 504.

  Next, it is confirmed whether or not the power-off signal is in an OFF state depending on the state of bit 0 of the input port 1 (step S5). When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the output voltage of various power sources such as the + 5V power source gradually reaches the specified value, but the power-off signal is not output by the process of step S5, that is, the high power By confirming that the power supply voltage is stable, the CPU 56 can confirm that the power supply voltage is stable.

  When the power-off signal is in the on state, the CPU 56 confirms again whether the power-off signal is in the off state after a delay time of a predetermined period (for example, 0.1 second) (step S80). To do. If the power-off signal is off, the RAM 55 is set to an accessible state (step S6), and the process proceeds to a clear signal check process.

  When the power-off signal is in the off state, software delay processing for delaying the start timing of the gaming device control processing (game control processing) for controlling the progress of the game by software may be executed. By such software delay processing, the start timing of the game control processing can be delayed as compared with the case where the software delay processing is not executed. When the delay process is executed, a situation occurs in which the microcomputer of the other control board cannot receive the command transmitted from the game control board (main board 31) to the other control board (for example, the payout control board 37). Can be prevented.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the clear switch is turned on (step S7). Note that the CPU 56 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once via the input port 0, but may confirm the state of the clear signal a plurality of times. For example, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is an off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), the state of the clear signal is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the on state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the on state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the state of the clear signal is the off state, the state of the clear signal may be reconfirmed again after a predetermined delay time. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  If the clear switch is not turned on in step S7, whether or not data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) has been performed when power supply to the gaming machine is stopped Confirm (step S8). In this embodiment, when power supply is stopped, a process for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 determines that the power supply stop processing has been performed, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop is stored. . When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not performed, the CPU 56 executes an initialization process.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined by the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process corresponding to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in step S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the CPU 56 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (step S9). In this embodiment, clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checksum is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above process is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the CPU 56 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as the checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In step S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area may be different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process (the process of steps S10 to S14) executed when the power is turned on, not when the power supply is stopped is stopped. Run.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs a game state restoration process for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S91), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S92). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S91 and S92, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain. The parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, etc.), the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), unpaid prize balls This is the part where data indicating the number is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the start address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S93), and issues a power failure recovery designation command for designating notification of power failure recovery in accordance with the contents. Processing to transmit to the sub board (production control board) is executed (step S94). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. Also, the initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  Control states such as a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, an out-of-ball flag, etc. An initial value is set in a flag for selectively performing processing according to the above. In addition, a bit corresponding to the output port that outputs the connection confirmation signal in the output port buffer is set (corresponding to the ON state of the connection confirmation signal).

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the start address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (step S13), and transmits an initialization command for initializing the sub board according to the contents to the sub board. Processing is executed (step S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the variable display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit confirmation process for confirming the state of the random number circuit built in the game control microcomputer 560 (step S95). In the random number circuit confirmation process, the CPU 56 monitors a random number confirmation signal output from the random number circuit for a predetermined time. The random number confirmation signal is ON when the clock signal generation circuit built in the random number circuit normally outputs the internal clock signal, and otherwise (for example, when the level of the internal clock signal decreases) Will be off). If the CPU 56 detects the OFF state of the random number confirmation signal continuously for a predetermined time, the CPU 56 determines that an abnormality has occurred in the random number circuit built in the game control microcomputer 560 and notifies the random circuit error of the main board 31. A process of transmitting a main board error designation command for designating to the sub board is executed. If the OFF state of the random number confirmation signal is not detected continuously for a predetermined time, the CPU 56 determines that the random number circuit is operating normally, and proceeds to step S15 as it is.

  Then, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt setting process for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) ( Step S15). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

  When the timer interrupt setting is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display symbol random number update process (step S17) and the initial value determination random number update process (step S18). When the display symbol random number update process and the initial value determination random number update process are executed, the CPU 56 disables the interrupt (step S16), and when the display symbol random number update process and the initial value determination random number update process are finished, The interrupt is permitted (step S19).

  The display symbol random number is a random number for determining the display of the special symbol indicator 8. In this embodiment, a variation pattern determining random number for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol is used as the display symbol random number. The display symbol random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display symbol random number.

  The initial value determining random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value determining random number. The initial value determination random number is a random number for determining the type of jackpot (for example, whether to generate a big hit determination random number for determining whether or not to generate a big hit, or whether to generate a hit based on a normal symbol) This is a random number for determining an initial value of a count value, such as a counter (determination random number generation counter) for generating a normal random number for determination per symbol). A game control process described later (a process in which a game control microcomputer controls itself a game device such as a variable display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15, a ball payout device 97 provided in the game machine, or When the count value of the determination random number generation counter makes one round in a process of transmitting a command signal to cause another microcomputer to control, or a gaming apparatus control process), an initial value is set in the counter.

  Note that when the display symbol random number update process and the initial value determination random number update process are executed, the interrupt is disabled. The display symbol random number update process and the initial value determination random number update process are described later. This is to avoid contention with the process in the timer interrupt process because the process is also executed (that is, the same process is also executed in steps S25 and S26 of the timer interrupt process). That is, if a timer interrupt is generated during the processing of steps S17 and S18 and the counter value for generating the display symbol random number and the initial value determining random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, The continuity of the count value may be impaired. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt disabled state is set during the processes of steps S17 and S18.

  As described above, a game store clerk or the like can easily perform initialization processing by starting power supply to the gaming machine (eg, turning on the power switch) while the clear switch is turned on and the clear signal is output. Can be executed. That is, RAM clear or the like can be performed.

  Next, the game control process will be described. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When a timer interrupt occurs during execution of the main process, specifically, in a period during which interruption is permitted during execution of the loop process of steps S16 to S19, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 A game control process is executed in a timer interrupt process activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt. In the timer interrupt process, the CPU 56 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether the power-on signal is turned on) (step S20). Subsequently, detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the switch circuit 58, and their state is determined (switch) Process: Step S21). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes display control processing for outputting and clearing the DG signal to various displays such as the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, and the status indicator (step S22). Next, the CPU 56 executes an abnormal winning notification process for notifying that an abnormal winning to the special winning opening has been detected (step S23). Specifically, the count switch 23 is turned on in spite of the fact that it is before opening the grand prize opening in the special symbol process process described later (specifically, in the process of steps S300 to S303 described later). Is detected, it is determined that an abnormal winning in the big winning opening has been detected, and control is performed to notify.

  Next, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number used for game control is performed (random number update process: step S24). Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value determining random number (initial value determining random number updating process: step S25). Furthermore, CPU56 performs the process which updates the count value of the counter for producing | generating a display symbol random number (display symbol random number update process: step S26).

  When the random number update process, the initial value determination random number update process, and the display symbol random number update process are performed, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol process process (step S27). In the special symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command by setting an effect control command related to a decorative symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 (effect symbol command control process: step S29). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the decorative symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variable display period) is the same.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S30). As will be described later, in the special symbol process, the special symbol process flag can take a value of “0” to “7”. In addition, when the value of the special symbol process flag is “4” to “7” among these values, a process for controlling the opening of the big prize opening (at the time of big hit) is executed. Therefore, when outputting external information in the information output process, it is possible to easily determine whether or not the information is information related to the opening control of the special winning opening. For example, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the current special symbol process flag is “4” or more. Output information.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the prize opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a and the like (step S31). Specifically, a payout command command such as a prize ball number command indicating the number of prize balls is output to the payout control board 37 in response to winning detection based on the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a being turned on. . The payout control microcomputer 370 mounted on the payout control board 37 drives the ball payout device 97 in response to receiving a prize ball number command indicating the number of prize balls.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a test terminal process which is a process for outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the gaming machine to be confirmed outside the gaming machine (step S32). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 outputs the contents related to the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port 2 to the output port. (Step S33: Output processing). And CPU56 performs the memory | storage process which checks the increase / decrease in a pending | holding memory | storage number (step S34).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S35).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S36).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a status display lamp display process for setting status display control data for displaying each status display lamp in an output buffer for setting the status display control data (step S37). In this case, when the gaming state is a high probability state (for example, a probability variation state), state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp 1 indicating the high probability state is set in the output buffer. Further, when the gaming state is the short time state, the state display control data for displaying the state indicator lamp 2 indicating the short time state is set in the output buffer.

  In this embodiment, the game control process is started periodically (for example, every 2 ms). In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process has a flag. It may be executed in the main process based on the setting. In this embodiment, the processes of steps S21 to S37 (except for steps S30 and S32) correspond to a game control process for controlling the progress of the game.

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 sets the interrupt permitted state (step S38) and ends the process.

  Next, the special symbol process (step S27) in the main process will be described. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process processing program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560). In the special symbol process, the game control microcomputer 560 is turned on if the start port switch 14a for detecting that a game ball has won the start winning port 14 provided in the game board 6 is turned on, that is, a game. If a start winning that causes the ball to win the start winning port 14 has occurred (step S311), the start port passing process (step S312) is performed, and then any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state. Perform the process. If the start port switch 14a is not turned on, any one of steps S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms the number of numerical data stored (the number of reserved memories) stored in the reserved memory number buffer. The number of numerical data stored in the reserved memory number buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the reserved memory number counter. If the count value of the reserved memory number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable symbol special display is set as the specific display result (whether or not the jackpot is determined). A big hit flag is set for a specific display result. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends.

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. Variations of variable display of special symbols (corresponding to the variation time here), multiple types of variations determined in advance according to the random number for determining the variation pattern (one of the display symbol random numbers) extracted at the time of starting winning Select from patterns. In addition, when the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit (specifically, after the big hit is finished, and after a predetermined ending effect execution period described later), the first fluctuation after the predetermined big hit Select the fluctuation pattern. In addition, the variation pattern command is set in the variation pattern buffer in order to transmit information (variation pattern command, that is, variable display pattern command) for commanding the variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) according to step S302.

  Special symbol variation process (step S302): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the special symbol process timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the value of the special symbol process timer becomes 0), the internal state (special symbol process flag) Is controlled to shift to a value (3 in this example) according to step S303.

  Special symbol stop process (step S303): The special symbol on the special symbol display 8 is stopped. If the stop symbol of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to shift to step S304. If not, the internal state is updated to shift to step S300.

  In this embodiment, the special winning opening is changed to one of a first state (open state) advantageous to the player and a second state (closed state) disadvantageous to the player. In this embodiment, when the game state shifts to the big hit game state, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the big prize opening to the first state for a predetermined period (for example, 29.5 seconds) a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). Control to end by doing.

  Preliminary winning opening process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable winning ball apparatus to open the big prize opening. To do. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the process timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) according to step S305. It should be noted that the pre-winner opening pre-processing is executed for each round, but when starting a round, the pre-opening pre-opening processing is also a process of starting a big hit game. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 realizes a specific game state transition control means by executing the pre-opening process for the big prize opening. Further, the specific game state transition control means may be defined as being realized by the effect control microcomputer 100 executing the jackpot display process. That is, the time point when the specific gaming state is started may be the time point when the effect for notifying the occurrence of the big hit is started. In this case, the specific time from the point in time when the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result on the variable display device 9 corresponds to the period during which the jackpot symbol is displayed. In this embodiment, whether a specific number of winnings is detected in the final round (for example, 15 rounds) when the specific gaming state ends (see step S423) or a predetermined round time has elapsed (see step S425). ) It is defined as the time when the grand prize opening is closed. That is, in this embodiment, it is assumed that the ending effect execution period is not included in the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state).

  Large winning opening open process (step S305): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. A control for sending an effect control command for a round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. Further, when the closing condition for the special winning opening is established, the control for closing the special winning opening is performed. Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to close the special variable winning ball apparatus to close the special winning opening. In addition, the execution time of the post-hit opening process is set by the process timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) according to step S306.

  Post-winner opening process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. Processing such as checking whether there is a remaining round in the big hit gaming state is performed. If there is still a remaining round, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to shift to step S304. When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (7 in this example) according to step S307.

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) according to step S300.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control microcomputer 100. In the example shown in FIG. 8, commands 8000 (H) to 8022 (H) are effect control commands (variation for designating a variation pattern of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the variable display device 9 in response to variable display of special symbols. Pattern command). The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the variation start. Therefore, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives any of the commands 8000 (H) to 8022 (H), the variable display device 9 controls the variable display device 9 to start variable display of decorative symbols.

  Of the variation pattern commands 8000 (H) to 8022 (H), the commands 8020 (H) to 8022 (H) have a predetermined ending effect after the big hit is finished (specifically, after the big hit is finished). This is an effect control command (first fluctuation pattern command after big hit) that designates a fluctuation pattern for the first fluctuation after big hit, which is transmitted when fluctuation starts immediately (after the execution period elapses).

  The command 8C00 (H) is an effect control command (offset specifying command) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative design specified by the variation pattern command is to be lost. Command 8C01 (H) is an effect control command (normal jackpot designation command) that designates that the display result of variable display of decorative symbols designated by the variation pattern command is a normal jackpot. Command 8C02 (H) is an effect control command (probability variable jackpot designation command) that designates that the display result of variable display of decorative symbols designated by the variation pattern command is to be a probability variation jackpot.

  Hereinafter, the miss designation command, the normal jackpot designation command, and the probability variation jackpot designation command may be referred to as display result commands.

  In this embodiment, the case of determining whether the jackpot type is either a probable big hit or a normal jackpot, but in addition to these, the so-called sudden probable big hit (the effects of each round proceed in order). Rather, it may be determined to be a big hit that makes a special effect to be shown to the player as if the gaming state has suddenly shifted to the probable change state. In addition to the big hit, it is determined to be a so-called small hit (a hit where the big prize opening is opened for a short time and a special performance is made without causing a change in the game state before and after the occurrence). May be. In this case, as the display result command, in addition to the outlier specification command, the normal jackpot designation command, and the probability variation jackpot designation command, the sudden probability variation jackpot designation command for designating sudden probability variation jackpot and the small hit designation command for designating the jackpot are used. It may be.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (decorative symbol stop designation command) for instructing stop of variable display of ornamental symbols.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started (see steps S13 and S14). Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed (see steps S93 and S94). When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the gaming control microcomputer 560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  The command 9500 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) transmitted when the gaming state is the normal state, and the command 9501 (H) is a state in which the gaming state is a high probability state (probability change after the probability change big hit). Is an effect control command (high probability state background designation command) transmitted when Command 9502 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) transmitted when the gaming state is the time-short state.

  The command 9503 (H) is an effect control command (first fluctuation after big hit) that is transmitted when the gaming state is in a high probability state (probability changing state) after the probable big hit, when fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit is finished. High probability state background designation command). Command 9504 (H) is an effect control command (first change time short state background designation command after big hit) that is transmitted when the game state is in a short time state when the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit. .

  Hereinafter, the effect control commands 9500 (H) to 9504 (H) are referred to as background designation commands. The effect control microcomputer 100 selects the type of background to be displayed on the variable display device 9 in accordance with the received background designation command. In the case where the control is also performed in the sudden probability change big hit gaming state or the small hit state, a background designation command corresponding to the sudden probability change big hit or small hit may be used.

  Command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command for designating a customer waiting demonstration. The command 9F55 (H) is an effect control command (random number circuit error designation) for designating notification of a random number circuit error of the main board 31 when the occurrence of an abnormality in the random number circuit is detected in the random number circuit check process in the main process. Command).

  Command AXXX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) is an effect control command that is sent from the start of the jackpot game to the end of the predetermined ending effect execution period after the jackpot game is ended. Of these, A000 (H) is an effect control command (a jackpot start designation command: a fanfare designation command) that designates the start of a jackpot game. As shown in FIG. 8, in this embodiment, a common fanfare designation command (command A000 (H)) is transmitted without distinguishing between the probable big hit and the normal big hit. In the case where the sudden probability change big hit gaming state or the small hit state is also controlled, a fanfare designation command for sudden probability change big hit or small hit may be used.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (display command during opening of a big winning opening) that designates display during a round during a big hit game. Note that the number of rounds displayed in “XX” is set. The command A2XX (H) is an effect control command (display command after opening the big prize opening) that specifies display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the big hit game.

  A300 (H) is an effect control command (probability variation jackpot end designation command: first ending designation command) for designating the end of probability variation jackpot game. A301 (H) is an effect control command (normal jackpot end designation command: second ending designation command) for designating the end of the normal jackpot game. In this embodiment, in the case of a normal big hit, the time saving state is continued after the big hit is over, and the reduced time state is continued until a special symbol and decorative symbol variation display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times). Therefore, the command A301 (H) specifies to end the normal big hit game with a time reduction. In the case where the control is also performed in the sudden probability change big hit gaming state or the small hit state, an ending designation command for sudden probability change big hit or small hit may be used.

  Commands C2XX (H) and C3XX (H) are effect control commands (effect storage information specifying commands) for specifying the number of reserved memories. Of these, the command C2XX (H) is an effect control command for designating the number of reserved memories updated when the ON state of the start port switch 14a is detected. Command C3XX (H) is an effect control command for designating the number of reserved memories after 1 subtraction when the variable symbol display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the variable display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIG. 8, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the sound output board 70.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol and the decorative symbol used in this embodiment. In FIG. 9, “EXT” indicates EXT data of the second byte in the effect control command for designating a decorative pattern variation pattern having a 2-byte configuration. “Time” indicates the variation time (variable display period of identification information) of the special symbol and the decorative symbol.

  In this example, as a variation pattern of special symbols and decorative symbols, whether to make out, whether to make a big hit, whether to make a reach, whether to reach, whether to make a promising big hit For example, a plurality of types are prepared according to the difference in various production modes. In this embodiment, the reach effect is performed using the variable display device 9 that performs variable display of decorative symbols.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, a variation pattern table (hereinafter also referred to as a normal variation pattern table) used when the gaming state is a normal state, and a gaming state is a short-time state or a certain variation state. In this case, a variation pattern table (hereinafter also referred to as a time variation / accuracy variation pattern table) is prepared. As shown in FIG. 9, when the gaming state is the short-time state or the probability changing state, the variation time is shortened as compared with the case where the gaming state is the normal state. In this embodiment, whether the gaming state is a probabilistic state by shortening the variation time compared to the normal state in both the short time state and the probable state in the gaming state. It is made impossible to recognize whether the time is short.

  In the normal variation pattern table, the variation pattern whose EXT data is “00 (H)” to “03 (H)” is a variation pattern used at the time of deviation variation. Further, the variation pattern in which the EXT data is “04 (H)” to “06 (H)” is a variation pattern used at the time of probability variation big hit variation. Further, the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data is “07 (H)” to “09 (H)” is a fluctuation pattern that is normally used at the time of big hit.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the production control microcomputer 100 receives a variation pattern command that specifies any one of “00 (H)” to “09 (H)” in the EXT data. By confirming whether or not, it is possible to recognize whether it is a loss, a probability variation big hit, or a normal big hit. However, in this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command (8004 (H) to 8006 (H)) specified by the probability variation jackpot and the variation pattern command (8007 (8007 (H)) normally specified. H) to 8009 (H)) are received, and the decorative symbol variation display is executed in the same effect manner. Therefore, the player cannot recognize whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the effect pattern display style of the decorative symbols. In addition, in the case where the sudden probability change big hit gaming state and the small hit state are also controlled, in addition to the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data shown in FIG. 9 is “00 (H)” to “09 (H)”, the sudden probability change A variation pattern of big hit designation or small hit designation may be used.

  It is to be noted that the common big hit is not distinguished from the fluctuation pattern command (8004 (H) to 8006 (H)) designated by the probability variation big hit and the fluctuation pattern command (8007 (H) to 8009 (H)) designated as the normal big hit. A specified variation pattern command may be used.

  In the variation pattern table for time reduction / probability variation, variation patterns whose EXT data is “10 (H)” to “13 (H)” are variation patterns used at the time of deviation variation. Further, the variation pattern in which the EXT data is “14 (H)” to “16 (H)” is a variation pattern used at the time of the probability variation big hit variation. Further, the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data is “17 (H)” to “19 (H)” is a fluctuation pattern that is normally used at the time of big hit.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is a short-time state or a probable variation state, the production control microcomputer 100 specifies a variation pattern in which any one of “10 (H)” to “19 (H)” is specified in the EXT data. By confirming whether the command has been received, it is possible to recognize whether it is a loss, a probable big hit, or a normal big hit. However, in this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command (8014 (H) to 8016 (H)) specified by the probability variation jackpot and the variation pattern command (8017 ( H) to 8019 (H)) are received, and the decorative symbol variation display is executed in the same effect manner. Therefore, the player cannot recognize whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the effect pattern display style of the decorative symbols. In addition, in the case where the sudden probability change big hit gaming state and the small hit state are also controlled, in addition to the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data shown in FIG. 9 is “10 (H)” to “19 (H)”, the sudden probability change A variation pattern of big hit designation or small hit designation may be used.

  Note that the common big hit is not distinguished from the fluctuation pattern commands (8014 (H) to 8016 (H)) designated by the probable big hit and the fluctuation pattern commands (8017 (H) to 8019 (H)) designated as the normal big hit. A specified variation pattern command may be used.

  The “normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern that does not involve a reach mode. “Reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach mode different from “Reach B” and “Reach C”. “Reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “reach A” and “reach C”. “Reach C” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “reach A” and “reach B”. Further, the difference in reach mode means that a change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), a character, or the like of a different mode appears in the reach change time.

  In addition, among the variation patterns shown in FIG. 9, the variation pattern whose EXT data is “20 (H)” to “22 (H)” is a variation pattern used when variation starts immediately after the big hit game ends ( The first fluctuation pattern after the big hit). Among them, the variation pattern whose EXT data is “20 (H)” (hereinafter also referred to as the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit) is a variation pattern used at the time of variation variation. Further, the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data is “21 (H)” (hereinafter also referred to as the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit) is a fluctuation pattern that is normally used at the time of the big hit fluctuation. In this embodiment, even if the probability variation big hit variation occurs, the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit may be used with a low probability (for example, 10%). Further, the fluctuation pattern in which the EXT data is “22 (H)” (hereinafter also referred to as the first fluctuation pattern 3 after the big hit) is a fluctuation pattern used at the time of the probable big hit fluctuation.

  In addition, in the case where the control is suddenly changed to the big hit gaming state or the small hit state, the EXT data shown in FIG. 9 is added to the first fluctuation pattern after the big hit with “20 (H)” to “22 (H)”. Thus, the first fluctuation pattern after the big hit used at the time of fluctuation of the sudden probability change big hit or the first fluctuation pattern after the big hit used at the time of fluctuation of the small hit may be used.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process (step S312). In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the start winning memory number indicated by the start winning counter has reached the maximum value of 4 (step S3201). The start winning counter is a counter for counting the start winning memorized number (holding memorized number). If the start winning memory number has not reached 4, the CPU 56 increases the starting winning memory number by 1 by adding 1 to the count number of the start winning counter (step S3202). In addition, the CPU 56 extracts values of random numbers such as determination random numbers and display random numbers, and stores them in a storage area (special symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the start winning memory number (step S3203). Note that extracting a random number means reading a count value from a counter for generating a random number and setting the read count value as a random value.

  Next, the CPU 56 transmits an effect storage information 1 designation command according to the value of the start prize storage counter updated in step S3203 (step S3211).

  If the start winning memorization is memorized in step S3201, but the maximum value of 4 has been reached, the start port switch passing process is terminated as it is.

  Next, the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process will be described. 11 and 12 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal process, the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) can start the variation of the special symbol (for example, the value of the special symbol process flag becomes a value indicating step S300). (If it is present) (step S1501), the value of the number of start winning memories (the number of reserved memories) is confirmed (step S1502). Specifically, the count value of the start winning storage counter is confirmed. The case where the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300 is a case where the symbol is not changed in the variable display device 9 and is not in the big hit game.

  If it is not possible to start fluctuation in step S1501, or if the number of reserved memories is 0 in step S1502, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the demonstration display flag is set (step S1503). ). The demonstration display flag is a flag indicating that the presentation of the customer waiting demonstration is being executed. If it is set, the special symbol normal process is terminated as it is. If not set, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a demonstration display flag (step S1504), and transmits a demonstration display command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1505).

  If the number of reserved memory is not 0 in step S1502, each random number value (each determination random number or display design random number) stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = 1 is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. At the same time (step S1506), the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S1507). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n−1. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the number of reserved memories is extracted always matches the order of the number of reserved memories = 1, 2, 3 and 4. Yes. In other words, in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of shifting the contents of each storage area each time a variable display start condition is satisfied.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 subtracts 1 from the value of the start winning memory counter (step S1508). Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the effect storage information 2 designated value corresponding to the effect storage information 2 designation command in the effect storage information 2 buffer based on the value of the start winning memory counter after the subtraction (step S1509). . The game control microcomputer 560 transmits an effect storage information 2 designation command in an effect symbol control process to be described later based on the fact that the effect storage information 2 designation value is set in the effect storage information 2 buffer in step S1509.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a big hit determination process (steps S1510 to S1513) for determining whether or not to win. The game control microcomputer 560 reads the jackpot determination random number from the random number buffer area (step S1510), and executes the jackpot determination module (step S1511). The jackpot determination module is a program that determines that a jackpot is determined when the jackpot determination random number matches a predetermined jackpot determination value. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may use a software random number or a hardware random number output from the random number circuit as the big hit determination random number used for the big hit determination. In addition, when the gaming state is a probability variation state (when the probability variation flag is set), the gaming control microcomputer 560 increases the jackpot determination value so that the probability of determining that the jackpot is larger than the normal state is greater. Control to be higher.

  If it is determined to be a big hit (Y in step S1512), the game control microcomputer 560 sets a big hit flag (step S1513). The big hit flag is a flag indicating that it has been decided to make a big hit. If it is decided not to win (N in Step S1512), the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to Step S1516 as it is.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes special symbol information setting processing (steps S1516 to S1527) for setting the jackpot symbol and the type of jackpot. The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S1516). If the big hit flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 reads out the big hit symbol random number for determining the special symbol stop symbol (hit symbol) when the big hit is determined from the random number buffer area (step S1517). Then, the game control microcomputer 560, based on the jackpot symbol random number, stops the special symbol (the jackpot symbol (for example, “11”, “22”, “33”, “44”, “55”, “55”, “ 66 ”,“ 77 ”,“ 88 ”or“ 99 ”)) is determined (step S1518). In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the big hit symbol without distinguishing between the probability variation big hit and the normal big hit.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 reads out the jackpot type random number for determining the jackpot type from the random number buffer area (step S1519). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 determines the type of jackpot (whether to be a promiscuous jackpot or a normal jackpot) based on the jackpot type random number (step S1520).

  In addition, the process which determines the stop symbol of the special symbol of step S1517-S1518, and the process which determines the jackpot type of step S1519-S1524 are performed as one determination process, and the stop symbol and jackpot type of a special symbol are performed. May be determined collectively. In this case, the special symbol stop symbol and jackpot type may be determined collectively by associating the special symbol stop symbol with the jackpot type. For example, for the same symbol “11”, the probability variation jackpot and normal A special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type may be collectively determined by assigning another jackpot determination value to the jackpot.

  If the determined jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot (Y in step S1521), the game control microcomputer 560 sets a probability variation jackpot flag indicating that the probability variation jackpot has been determined (step S1522). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the effect designation value indicating the probability variation jackpot in the effect symbol information buffer (step S1523). If the determined jackpot type is not a probable variation jackpot (N in step S1521), that is, if the determined jackpot type is a normal jackpot, the stage control microcomputer 560 outputs the stage designation value indicating the normal jackpot. The information is set in the information buffer (step S1524).

  If the jackpot flag is not set in step S1516, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the random symbol for the off symbol for determining the stop symbol (out symbol) of the special symbol when the off symbol is determined from the random number buffer area. Read (step S1525). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 determines a special symbol stop symbol based on the loss symbol random number (step S1526). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the effect designation value indicating the disparity in the effect symbol information buffer (step S1527).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a background display designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1528). For example, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not a first-time big hit flag, a probability change flag, and a time reduction flag, which will be described later, are set. If none of the first flag after the big hit, the probability variation flag, and the hourly flag are set, a normal state background designation command (command 9500 (H) shown in FIG. 8) is transmitted. If the first flag after the big hit is not set and the probability variation flag is set, a high-probability state background designation command (command 9501 (H) shown in FIG. 8) is transmitted. Further, if the first flag after the big hit is not set and the hourly flag is set, the hourly state background designation command (command 9502 (H) shown in FIG. 8) is transmitted. If the first hit after big hit flag and the probability change flag are set, the first change high probability state background designation command after big hit (command 9503 (H) shown in FIG. 8) is transmitted. If the first flag after the big hit and the short time flag are set, the first change after short hit time short state background designation command (command 9504 (H) shown in FIG. 8) is transmitted.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value indicating the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S1529).

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the first flag after the big hit is set (step S201). The first flag after the big hit is a flag indicating that the variation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is started immediately after the big hit. The first winning after winning flag indicates that the number of stored start winning mouths (the number of reserved memories) is not 0 when the closing process of the big winning mouth in the final round (for example, 15 rounds) is performed in the post-opening processing of the big winning mouth described later. It is set based on the situation (see steps S448 and S449).

  If the first hit flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the first hit flag after the big hit (step S202) and confirms whether the big hit flag is set (step S203). . If it is not set (that is, if it is determined to be out of play), the game control microcomputer 560 determines to use the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit (step S204).

  If the big hit flag is set (that is, if it is determined that the big hit is made), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variable big hit flag is set (step S205). If not set, the process proceeds to step S209 as it is.

  If the probability variation big hit flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 reads from the random number buffer the random number for determining the variation pattern 2 for determining whether or not to use the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to use the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit, based on the variation pattern 2 determination random number (step S206). If it is decided to use the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit (Y in Step S207), the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to Step S209. If it is decided not to use the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit (step S207), the game control microcomputer 560 decides to use the first fluctuation pattern 3 after the big hit (step S208).

  If the probability variation big hit flag is not set in step 205, or if it is decided in step S207 to use the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 makes the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit. Is determined to be used (step S209).

  By executing the processes of steps S201 to S209 described above, when the variation display of the special symbol and the decoration symbol is started immediately after the end of the big hit game, the display result of the first variation display after the big hit is out of date. If determined, it is determined to use the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit. In addition, when the display of the special symbols and decorative symbols is started immediately after the big hit game, and the display result of the first variable display after the big hit is determined to be a normal big hit, the first time after the big hit It is decided to use the fluctuation pattern 2. In addition, when the special symbol and decorative symbol variation display starts immediately after the jackpot game ends, and the display result of the first variation display after the jackpot is determined to be a probable variation jackpot, in principle, the jackpot It is decided to use the first variation pattern 3 afterwards. However, even if it is determined that the probability variation big hit is determined by executing the processes of steps S206 and S207, it is decided to use the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit with a low probability (for example, 10%). Is done.

  If the first flag after the big hit is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S210). If the time reduction flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 determines to use the time reduction / probability variation pattern table (step S211). If the time reduction flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 determines to use the normal time variation pattern table (step S212).

  In the normal variation pattern table, each variation pattern (“00 (H)” to “09 (H)”) shown in FIG. 9 is set in advance, and a plurality of determination values are assigned to each variation pattern. Yes. In addition, each variation pattern (“10 (H)” to “19 (H)”) shown in FIG. 9 is set in advance in the variation pattern table for time reduction / probability variation, and a plurality of determination values are assigned to each variation pattern. It has been. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 uses different tables depending on whether the game control microcomputer 560 is out of the game, the probability variation big hit, or the normal big hit. For example, in the case of deviation, a table including a variation pattern (“00 (H)” to “03 (H)” or “10 (H)” to “13 (H)”) is used. In the case of a probable big hit, a table including a fluctuation pattern (“04 (H)” to “06 (H)” or “14 (H)” to “16 (H)”) is used. In the case of a big hit, a table including a variation pattern (“07 (H)” to “09 (H)” or “17 (H)” to “19 (H)”) is used.

  The game control microcomputer 560 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number storage buffer, and based on the read variation pattern determination random number value, using the normal variation pattern table or the time variation / probability variation variation pattern table, A decorative pattern variation pattern is determined (step S213). Specifically, the variation pattern corresponding to the determination value that matches the variation pattern determination random value is determined as the variation pattern of the decorative design executed by the variable display device 9.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a variation pattern designation value corresponding to the determined variation pattern (variation time) in the effect symbol variation pattern buffer (step S214). The game control microcomputer 560 sets the head address of the command transmission table in the pointer (step S215). The game control microcomputer 560 sets the variation pattern designation value in the effect symbol variation pattern buffer in step S214, and sets the head address of the command transmission table in the pointer in step S215 to produce an effect symbol which will be described later. In the command control process, first, a variation pattern command is transmitted based on the variation pattern designation value set in the effect symbol variation pattern buffer corresponding to the head address of the command transmission table. Then, in the effect symbol command control processing, by adding one address indicating the command transmission table one by one, according to the command transmission table shown in FIG. 21, the variation pattern command, the display result command, and the effect storage information 2 designation command are sequentially ordered. Command transmission is performed every 2 ms. In this embodiment, the variation pattern command, the display result command, and the production storage information 2 designation command are transmitted every 2 ms, thereby making it difficult for the production control microcomputer 100 to fail to receive the command. ing.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the variation time in the special symbol process timer (step S216). Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S302 (step S217).

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation process (step S302) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol variation process, first, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the special symbol process timer by -1 (step S351). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol process timer has expired (that is, whether or not the value of the special symbol process timer is 0), and if it has not expired (N in step S352), The special symbol variation process is terminated. If the special symbol process timer has expired (Y in step S352), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S303 (step S353).

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation stop process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol variation stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 stops the variation of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 and derives and displays the stopped symbol (step S1301). Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs control to transmit a decoration symbol stop designation command (8F00 (H)) for designating stoppage of the variation of the decoration symbol in the variable display device 9 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1). S1302). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S1303).

  If the jackpot flag is set (Y in step S1303), the game control microcomputer 560 stops the jackpot symbol in the jackpot control timer that measures the time for controlling the opening / closing of the jackpot. An execution time (hit display time (for example, 3 seconds)) for notifying the player that the jackpot game will be started after the display (fanfare display time (for example, 3 seconds)) is set (step S1304). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a jackpot start designation command (fanfare designation command) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1305).

  Next, if set, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the probability variation flag, the hour / hour flag, and the hour / times counter (step S1306). Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S304 (step S1307).

  If the big hit flag is not set in step S1303, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the hourly flag is set (step S1308). If not set, the process proceeds to step S1313. If it is set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S1309). If not set, the game control microcomputer 560 subtracts 1 from the value of the time reduction counter (step S1310) and checks whether the value after subtraction of the time reduction counter is 0 (step S1311). ). The short-time counter is used to count the number of executions of the special symbol and decorative symbol variable display after the transition to the short-time state (in this embodiment, after the big hit game based on the normal big hit is completed). Counter.

  If the value of the time-count counter is not 0, the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to step S1313 as it is. If the value of the time reduction counter is 0, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the time reduction flag (step S1312). That is, after shifting to the time-saving state after the end of the big hit, it is a case where the change display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is completed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), the time-saving flag is reset and the state is shifted to the normal state.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the internal state (special symbol process flag) to a value corresponding to step S300 (step S1313).

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the special winning opening in the special symbol process (step S304). In the big winning opening opening pre-processing, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the big winning opening control timer by -1 (step S401). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S402). If the value is not 0 (N in step S402), the process is ended as it is. If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S402), the game control microcomputer 560 will open the big prize opening time (round time) at the time of big hit (at the time of a probable big hit or normal big hit). ) Is set in the pointer in the special winning opening open time setting table (step S403).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the maximum time (round time) during which the big winning opening can be opened in each round in the big win in the big winning opening control timer (step S404). In this case, the round time (the round time for 15 rounds) of the address of the table for setting a prize winning opening pointed to by the pointer set in step S403 is set. The round time for 15 rounds is, for example, 29.5 seconds.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sends a display command (A1XX (H)) during the big prize opening to specify the display state according to the number of rounds during the opening of the big prize opening (during the round). Control to transmit to 100 is performed (step S405). The number of rounds is recognized by checking the value of a round number counter that counts the number of rounds in the big hit game. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 controls the solenoid 21 to be driven to open the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S406), and increments the value of the round number counter (step S407). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, and the game control microcomputer 560 turns on / off the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port in step S406. The content related to off is set according to the open / close state of the solenoid to be driven. Then, the contents set in the RAM area of the output port in the output process of step S33 are output to the output port. As a result, a drive command signal is output from the output port to the solenoid circuit 59. The solenoid circuit 59 outputs a drive signal for driving the solenoid in response to a drive command signal to drive the solenoid. Hereinafter, in the process of opening and closing the solenoid, such an operation is performed.

  Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305 (step S408).

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening opening process (step S305) in the special symbol process. In the process for opening the big prize opening, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the game ball has won the big prize opening by checking whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on (step). S421). If the count switch 23 is not turned on (N in step S421), the process proceeds to step S424. If the count switch 23 is on (Y in step S421), the game control microcomputer 560 increments the value of the winning number counter for counting the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening (step S422). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the winning number counter is a predetermined number (for example, 10) (step S423). If the value of the winning number counter is not the predetermined number (N in Step S423), the process proceeds to Step S424.

  In step S424, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the special winning opening control timer. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S425). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S425), the process is ended as it is.

  When the value of the winning prize counter has reached the predetermined number (Y in step S423) or when the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S425), the game control microcomputer 560 is , The address of the table after opening the big prize opening to set the time (interval time) from the end of the round at the big hit (probable big hit or normal big hit) until the start of the next round Set (step S426).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the time (interval time) from the end of the round to the start of the next round (interval time) during the big hit (step S427). In this case, the interval time (interval time for 15 rounds) of the address in the after-opening big winning opening setting table pointed to by the pointer set in step S426 is set. The interval time for 15 rounds is, for example, 5 seconds.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 effects the display designation command (A2XX (H)) after the big prize opening that designates the display state according to the number of rounds after the big prize opening is opened (after the end of the round). Control to transmit to the microcomputer 100 is performed (step S428). In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 performs control to drive the solenoid 21 and close the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S429). Also, the value of the winning number counter is cleared (set to 0) (step S430). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to step S306 (post-winning-game opening post-processing) (step S431).

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the post-opening process for the special winning opening in the special symbol process (step S306). In the process for opening the big prize opening, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize opening control timer by -1 (step S441). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S442). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S442), the process is terminated as it is.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S442), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter has reached 15 (step S443). If the value of the round number counter has not reached 15 (N in step S443), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to step S304 (preliminary opening for big prize opening). (Step S444), and the process ends.

  When the value of the round number counter has not reached 15 in step S443, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a special symbol process flag value in step S304 ( The value may be updated according to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening (step S444), and the process may be shifted to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening. Then, control may be performed so that the big prize opening is opened after the measurement until the big prize opening control timer becomes 0 in steps S401 and S402 of the big prize opening pre-processing (see step S406). In this case, the time set in the big prize opening control timer in step S427 of the big prize opening opening process and the time set in the big prize opening control timer immediately after determining N in step S443 of the big winning opening opening post-processing. The total time becomes the interval time.

  When the value of the round number counter is 15 in step S443 (Y in step S443), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variation big hit flag is set (step S445). If set, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a probability variation big hit end designation command (first ending designation command) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S446). If not set, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a normal jackpot end designation command (second ending designation command) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S447).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the start winning memory number (holding memory number) is 0 (step S448). Specifically, the count value of the start winning storage counter is confirmed. If the start winning memory number is not 0 (that is, if there is a pending memory number), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the flag for the first time after the big hit because the variable display is started immediately after the big hit game ends. Set (step S449). If the start winning memory number is 0, the process proceeds to step S450 as it is.

  Note that the process of step S448 may not be executed in the post-opening process for the special winning opening. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the first flag after the big hit, regardless of whether or not the starting winning memory number is 0, without confirming whether or not the starting winning memory number is 0. You may do it. In this case, when the game control microcomputer 560 transmits the fluctuation pattern command for the first time after the big hit, regardless of whether or not the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit, it is always 1 A variation pattern command designating any one of the first variation patterns 1 to 3 is transmitted.

  When the process of step S448 is not executed in the post-opening process for the big prize opening, the effect control microcomputer 100 is not in the case where the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit is over (for example, the number of reserved memories in step S1982 of the round post-process described later). If the variation pattern command specifying the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is received despite the fact that it is determined that is 0 and the normal ending effect is selected), for example, for the variation variation including the reach C The variation pattern (for example, the variation pattern in which the EXT data shown in FIG. 9 is “03 (H)”) is forcibly selected, and the variation display of the decorative symbol is executed. When a variation pattern command designating the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit is received, for example, a variation pattern for the big hit variation including the reach C and a variation pattern for the big hit variation including the reach A (for example, FIG. 9). The EXT data shown in (2) is combined with a variation pattern in which “09 (H)” and “07 (H)” are combined), and the variation display of the decorative symbol is executed. When a variation pattern command specifying the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit is received, for example, the variation pattern for big hit variation including the reach C (for example, the EXT data shown in FIG. 9 is “06 (H)”. ) Is forcibly selected, and the decorative pattern variation display is executed.

  Further, in the case where the process of step S448 is not executed in the process after opening the big winning opening, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the first flag after the big hit when determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process. In this case, it may be confirmed whether or not the start winning memory number is 0. If the starting winning memory number is 0, the variation pattern for shortening may be forcibly selected. For example, in addition to the variation pattern shown in FIG. 9, a variation pattern for shortening variation (for example, a variation pattern with a variation time of 5 seconds) is prepared in advance, and the game control microcomputer 560 performs variation pattern setting processing. If it is determined as N in step S203, it may be determined whether or not the start winning memorized number is zero. Then, only when it is determined that the start winning memory number is not 0, the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is determined (see step S204), and when it is determined that the starting winning memory number is 0, the reduced variation It is also possible to determine the fluctuation pattern for use.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the execution time (hit end time) of the effect (ending effect) for notifying the player of the end of the big hit in the big prize opening control timer (step S450), and the special symbol process flag is set. The value is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (big hit end process) (step S451).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the big hit ending process, the game control microcomputer 560 first decrements the value of the big prize winning control timer by -1 (step S461). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the special winning opening control timer is 0 (step S462). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S462), the process is terminated as it is.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S462), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variation big hit flag is set (step S463). If the probability change big hit flag is set (Y in step S463), the probability change flag indicating that the gaming state is the probability changing state is set (step S464), and the time reduction flag indicating that the gaming state is the time saving state is set. Set (step S465).

  If the probability variable big hit flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a time reduction flag indicating that the gaming state is a time reduction state (step S466) and sets a predetermined value (for example, 100) to the time reduction counter. Set (step S467).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the jackpot flag (step S468). If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the probability variation jackpot flag is reset (step S469).

  Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the internal state (value of the special symbol process flag) to a value corresponding to step S300 (special symbol normal process) (step S470).

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect symbol command control process. In the effect symbol command control process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not there is an effect control command to be transmitted (step S331). Specifically, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an effect control command is set at the address of the command transmission table pointed to by the pointer. If not, the game control microcomputer 560 ends the process. If there is an effect control command to be transmitted, the game control microcomputer 560 loads the command data in the command transmission table pointed to by the pointer (step S332).

  FIG. 21 is an explanatory diagram of an example of a command transmission table. As shown in FIG. 21, the command transmission table includes MODE data of the fluctuation pattern command, EXT data of the fluctuation pattern command, MODE data of the display result command, EXT data of the display result command, and MODE data of the effect storage information 2 designation command. The EXT data of the effect storage information 2 designation command and the end code are set in this order. Therefore, in this embodiment, the effect symbol command control process is executed according to the command transmission table shown in FIG. 21, whereby the command transmission is performed in the order of the variation pattern command, the display result command, and the effect storage information 2 designation command.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes command transmission processing for transmitting the loaded command data 1 (step S333). Here, first, the MODE data of the variation pattern command is transmitted according to the command transmission table shown in FIG.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the value indicating the command transmission table (step S334). Therefore, the command data 2 area of the second byte is designated. The game control microcomputer 560 loads the contents of the command data 2 at the address of the command transmission table pointed to by the pointer (step S335). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 saves the address of the command transmission table (the contents of the pointer as the transmission signal instruction means) on the stack or the like (step S336).

  Further, it is confirmed whether or not the value of bit 7 (work area reference bit) of the command data 2 is “0” (step S337). If not 0, the head address of the command extended data address table is set in the pointer (step S338), and the address is calculated by adding the values of bit 6 to bit 0 of the command data 2 to the pointer (step S339). Then, the data of the area pointed to by the address is loaded (step S340).

  In the command extension data address table, EXT data that can be sent to the electrical component control means (for example, the production control microcomputer 100) is sequentially set. Therefore, if the value of the work area reference bit is “1” by the above processing, the EXT data in the command extended data address table corresponding to the contents of the command data 2 is loaded, and the value of the work area reference bit is “ If “0”, the contents of the command data 2 are loaded as they are. Even when EXT data is read from the command extension data address table, bit 7 of the data is “0”.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 executes command transmission processing for transmitting the loaded command data 2 (step S341). Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 restores the address of the command transmission table (step S342), and adds 1 to the value indicating the command transmission table (step S343).

  In this embodiment, in the variation pattern setting process, the variation pattern designation value is set in the effect symbol variation pattern buffer in step S214, and the head address of the command transmission table is set in the pointer in step S215. Then, in the effect symbol command control process, based on the fact that the start address of the command transmission table is set in the pointer, first, the variation pattern designation set in the effect symbol variation pattern buffer corresponding to the start address of the command transmission table A variation pattern command is transmitted depending on the value. In this embodiment, in the special symbol normal process, the effect designation value is set in the effect symbol information buffer in steps S1523, S1524, and S1527. In the effect symbol command control process, the address indicating the command transmission table is incremented by 1 when the variation pattern command is transmitted (see steps S334 and S343), and the command is transmitted at the next timer interrupt that transmits the variation pattern command. A display result command is transmitted by the effect designation value set in the effect symbol information buffer corresponding to the address of the transmission table. Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined in the special symbol normal process that the variation of the special symbol can be started (see step S1501), the value of the start winning memory counter is decremented by 1 (see step S1508). In step S1509, the effect storage information 2 designated value is set in the effect storage information 2 buffer. Then, in the effect symbol command control processing, the address indicating the command transmission table is incremented by 1 by transmitting the display result command (see steps S334 and S343), and the command is issued at the next timer interrupt that transmits the display result command. An effect storage information 2 designation command is transmitted by an effect storage information 2 designation value set in the effect storage information 2 buffer corresponding to the address of the transmission table. Through the above processing, according to the command transmission table shown in FIG. 21, the variation pattern command, the display result command, and the effect storage information 2 designation command are transmitted in this order.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80. The production control microcomputer 100 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the start interval of the effect control processing (step S701). Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 100 proceeds to a loop process for confirming the monitoring of the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the flag (step S703), and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first analyzes the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the variable display device 9 is executed. Further, a random display determining random number for determining a left / right / right decorative symbol to be displayed on the variable display device 9 or a jackpot display for determining a decorative symbol jackpot symbol to be displayed on the variable display device 9. A random number update process for updating the count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a design determining random number is executed (step S706). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing (step S704) in the main processing. The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is stored in the command reception buffer in the command reception process executed by the INT interrupt. In the command analysis process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S1611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. If the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control microcomputer 100 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S1612).

  If the received effect control command is an effect control command (variation pattern command: 8000 (H) to 8022 (H)) for designating the variation pattern (step S1613), the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command received. Is saved (step S1614). Specifically, the EXT data of the command is stored in the fluctuation pattern data storage area in the RAM. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a variation pattern reception flag indicating that the variation pattern command has been received (step S1615).

  If the received effect control command is a display result command (command: 8C00 (H) to 8C02 (H)) (step S1616), the effect control microcomputer 100 displays the display result indicated in the received display result command. Save (step S1617). Specifically, the EXT data of the command is stored in the display result data storage area in the RAM. In addition, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a display result reception flag indicating that the display result command has been received (step S1618).

  If the received effect control command is a fanfare-designated effect control command (fanfare command: A000 (H)) (step S1619), the effect control microcomputer 100 indicates that the fanfare command has been received. Is set (step S1620).

  If the received effect control command is an ending-designated effect control command (ending command: A300 (H), A301 (H)) (step S1621), the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the EXT data of the command. Is stored in the ending data storage area in the RAM (step S1622), and an ending flag indicating that the ending command has been received is set (step S1623).

  If the received effect control command is an effect storage information 1 designation command (C2XX (H)) (step S1624), the effect control microcomputer 100 updates the number of reserved memories (start prize memory number) ( Step S1625). Specifically, the production control microcomputer 100 stores the reserved memory number indicated in the EXT data of the command in the reserved memory number storage area in the RAM. In this case, when the reserved memory number is already stored in the reserved memory number storage area, the reserved memory number indicated in the EXT data is overwritten on the reserved memory number storage area.

  If the received effect control command is an effect storage information 2 designation command (C3XX (H)) (step S1626), the effect control microcomputer 100 updates the number of reserved memories (start winning memory number) ( Step S1627). Specifically, the production control microcomputer 100 stores the reserved memory number indicated in the EXT data of the command in the reserved memory number storage area in the RAM. In this case, when the reserved memory number is already stored in the reserved memory number storage area, the reserved memory number indicated in the EXT data is overwritten on the reserved memory number storage area.

  If the received command read in step S1612 is another effect control command, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a flag corresponding to the received command (step S1628). For example, when the received command is a decorative symbol stop designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets a decorative symbol stop designation reception flag indicating that the decorative symbol stop designation command has been received.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process. In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not an effect control command (fluctuation pattern command) specifying a fluctuation pattern has been received by the command reception interrupt process. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not a flag (variation pattern reception flag) indicating that a variation pattern command has been received is set. The variation pattern reception flag is a command analysis process executed by the production control microcomputer 100 to receive a production control command (any one of 8000 (H) to 8022 (H)) for designating the variation pattern of the decorative pattern in the variable display device 9. It is set when it has been confirmed that this has been done (see step S1615).

  Decoration symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the ornament symbol is started. In addition, a value corresponding to the variation time is set in the variation time timer, the process table to be used is selected, and the process timer setting value set at the beginning of the process table is set in the process timer.

  Decoration symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern, and monitors the end of the variation time.

  Decoration symbol variation stop processing (step S803): In response to receiving the ornament symbol stop designation command, control is performed to stop the variation of the ornament symbol and derive and display the stop symbol (definite symbol). If the decorative symbol stop designation command cannot be received, the control for deriving and displaying the stopped symbol is performed in response to the time-out of the variation time timer.

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, the big hit display is controlled. For example, when a fanfare command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed.

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, if a display command indicating that the special winning opening is open is received, the display control of the number of rounds is performed.

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a display command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the big prize opening is after being opened (closed), an interval display is performed.

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): Control of the big hit end display after the big hit game ends. For example, when an ending command specifying the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed.

  FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, each variation mode constituting the variation pattern is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the change mode. The effect control microcomputer 100 refers to the process table, and performs control for variably displaying the decorative symbols in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  Similarly to the control based on the display control execution data, the production control microcomputer 100 controls the lighting state of various lamps based on the lamp control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and the sound number Data is output to the IC 173 for speech synthesis.

  The process data shown in FIG. 25 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  26 and 27 are flowcharts showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the variation pattern reception flag is set (step S1801). If it is set, the flag is reset (step S1802).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the received variation pattern command is the first variation pattern 1 designation after the big hit (step S1803). If the first fluctuation pattern 1 is designated after the big hit, the fluctuation is started immediately after the big hit, and the display result of the variation display of the decorative pattern that is started first after the big hit is out of order. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the probability variation state flag indicating that the gaming state has been shifted to the probability variation state after the big hit ends is set (step S1804). As will be described later, the probability variation state flag is set in the round post-processing when the previous big hit gaming state is terminated.

  If the probability change state flag is set, the production control microcomputer 100 resets the probability change state flag (step S1805) and is shifted to the probability change state when the previous big hit gaming state is ended, and the big hit In the variation display executed for the first time after the end, a deviation change selection flag is set at the time of probability change indicating that an effect corresponding to the case of displaying a deviation (also called a deviation effect at the time of probability change) is executed (step S1806). If the probability variation state flag is not set (in this case, it is shifted to the time-saving state), the effect control microcomputer 100 is shifted to the time-saving state when the previous big hit gaming state is ended. At the same time, a time-shifting effect selection flag is set to indicate that an effect (also referred to as time-shifting effect) corresponding to the case of displaying a shift in the variable display executed first time after the big hit is completed (step S1807). .

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the predetermined ending effect execution period (ending effect execution period) and the first time after the jackpot end when the decorative symbol variation display starts immediately after the jackpot ends. The effect is performed as if the ending effect is being executed integrally over the variation time of the variation display of the decorative pattern (the first variation time after the big hit). Hereinafter, an effect that is integrally executed over a predetermined ending effect execution period and the first variation time after the big hit is also referred to as a special ending effect. In the special ending effect, for example, by performing an effect using the same character and the same background color in a predetermined ending effect execution period and the first variation time after the big hit, the effect of an integrated effect mode is also executed.

  In this embodiment, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed without distinguishing between the probability big hit and the normal big hit, and the effect during the big hit such as the fanfare effect is executed in the same effect mode. By doing so, it is controlled so that it is not notified at all whether or not a promising big hit is made during the big hit game.

  In this embodiment, a special ending effect including a continuous jackpot effect and a probable promotion effect is executed. In this embodiment, in the special ending effect, the continuous jackpot effect and the probable promotion effect are executed as one effect. Then, when the variation starts immediately after the big hit, and when the promising change state selection flag is set due to the transition to the probability changing state when the previous big hit gaming state is finished, For example, in the special ending effect, the control microcomputer 100 performs an effect including a probability change promotion effect for notifying whether or not the game state is promoted to a probability change state. In addition, when the fluctuation starts immediately after the end of the big hit, and when the time reduction setting selection flag is set due to the shift to the time reduction state when the previous big hit gaming state is ended, For example, in the special ending effect, the control microcomputer 100 may execute an effect as if the promotion to the probability change was failed, although the probability change promotion effect was executed.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a losing symbol determining random number (step S1808), and determines a left middle right decorative symbol corresponding to the losing symbol based on the value of the losing symbol determining random number. (Step S1809). Then, the stop symbol of the determined decorative symbol is stored in the decorative symbol storage area in the RAM (step S1810). Then, control goes to a step S1831.

  If it is determined in step S1803 that the first variation pattern 1 is not designated after the big hit, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the received variation pattern command is designated the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit (step S1811). If the first fluctuation pattern 2 is specified after the big hit, the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit, and the display result of the variation display of the decorative pattern that starts the first time after the big hit is, in principle, the normal big hit. It is. In this embodiment, even if the display result of the first fluctuation display after the big hit is a probable big hit, the fluctuation pattern specified by the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit with a low probability (for example, 10%). A command may be received.

  When the first variation pattern 2 is designated after the big hit, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the production corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit in the first fluctuation period after the big hit in the special ending production. An effect selection flag corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit shown is set (step S1814). Then, control goes to a step S1819.

  If it is not the first variation 2 designation after the big hit in step S1811, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the received variation pattern command is the first variation pattern 3 designation after the big hit (step S1816). If the first variation pattern 3 is designated after the big hit, the variation starts immediately after the big hit, and the display result of the variation display of the decorative symbol that is started the first time after the big hit is the probability variation big hit. . In this case, in the special ending effect, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs an effect including a promising promotion effect and a continuous jackpot effect for notifying that the jackpot will occur twice in succession.

  When the first variation pattern 3 is designated after the big hit, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a probability variation big hit production flag indicating that the probability variation big hit is designated (step S1817). After the big hit, an effect flag corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 3 corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 3 indicating that the effect corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 3 is executed is set (step S1818).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a jackpot symbol determining random number (step S1819), and based on the extracted jackpot symbol determining random number, the left, middle and right decorative symbols corresponding to the jackpot are stopped. Determination is made (step S1820). In this embodiment, a decorative symbol stop symbol (for example, a symbol with a decorative pattern on the left, middle, and right) is determined as a big hit symbol without distinguishing between a probable big hit and a normal big hit. To do. And the stop symbol of the determined decorative design is stored in the decorative design storage area in RAM (step S1821). Then, control goes to a step S1831.

  In this embodiment, the case has been described in which it is determined in step S1804 whether or not the gaming state is the probability variation state by confirming whether or not the probability variation state flag is set. It may be determined whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state based on the background designation command. For example, in step S1804, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that the gaming state is in a probable change state when it receives the first fluctuation high probability state background designation command (command 9503 (H) shown in FIG. 8) after the big hit. In other words, it may be determined that the gaming state is the short time state when the first change time short state background designation command (command 9504 (H) shown in FIG. 8) after the big hit is received.

  If the variation pattern 3 is not designated for the first time after the big hit, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the received variation pattern command is designated as a deviation (step S1822). If it is specified to be off, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a random symbol for determining the off symbol (step S1823), and based on the value of the random symbol for determining the off symbol, stops the left, middle and right decorative symbols corresponding to the off symbol. The symbol is determined (step S1824). Then, the stop symbol of the determined decorative symbol is stored in the decorative symbol storage area in the RAM (step S1825).

  If the received variation pattern command is not an outlier designation, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit designation has been made (step S1826). If the probability variation big hit is specified, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a probability variation big hit effect flag indicating that the probability variation big hit is designated (step S1827). If it is not the probable big hit designation (that is, the normal big hit designation), the process proceeds to step S1828.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 extracts a jackpot symbol determining random number (step S1828), and based on the extracted value of the jackpot symbol determining random number, the left, middle and right decorative symbols corresponding to the jackpot are stopped. Determination is made (step S1829). In this embodiment, a decorative symbol stop symbol (for example, a symbol with a decorative pattern on the left, middle, and right) is determined as a big hit symbol without distinguishing between a probable big hit and a normal big hit. To do. Then, the stop symbol of the determined decorative symbol is stored in the decorative symbol storage area in the RAM (step S1830).

  Thereafter, the production control microcomputer 100 changes the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S1831).

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation start process, the production control microcomputer 100 first confirms whether or not the first variation high probability state background designation command after the big hit or the first variation short state background designation command after the big hit has been received (step). S821).

  If the first change after high hit state high probability state background designation command or the first short time change state designation command after big hit is received, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the production change selection flag is set at the time of probability change. Is confirmed (step S822). If it has been set, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for production that is out of time with certainty change (step S823). Then, control goes to a step S836.

  If the deviation effect selection flag is not set at the time of the probability change, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the deviation effect selection flag is set at the time reduction (step S824). If it has been set, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for production that is out of time (step S825). Then, control goes to a step S836.

  If the off time selection effect selection flag is not set, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the first variation pattern 2 corresponding effect selection flag after the big hit is set (step S826). If set, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for the production corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit (step S827). Then, control goes to a step S836.

  If the effect selection flag corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit is not set, it means that the effect selection flag corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern 3 after the big hit is set. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for the production corresponding to the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit (step S830). Then, control goes to a step S836.

  If neither the first change high probability state background designation command after the big hit nor the first change short state background designation command after the big hit has been received, the production control microcomputer 100 has received the high probability state background designation command. (Step S831). If received, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for probability change according to the variation pattern of the decorative design to be used (step S832).

  If the high-probability state background designation command has not been received, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the time-short state background designation command has been received (step S833). If it has been received, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the process data 1 for time reduction according to the variation pattern of the decorative design to be used (step S834).

  If the short time state background designation command has not been received, the normal state background designation command has been received. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the normal process data 1 in accordance with the decorative pattern variation pattern to be used (step S835).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the process timer set value in the selected process data 1 to the process timer and starts the process timer (step S836). Next, the production control microcomputer 100 controls the production device (variable display device 9, various lamps, speaker 27) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Is executed (step S837). For example, a control signal is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image corresponding to the variation pattern on the variable display device 9. In addition, a control signal is output to the lamp driver 352 in order to perform lighting / extinguishing control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the voice synthesizing IC 173 in order to perform voice output from the speaker 27.

  Thereafter, the production control microcomputer 100 starts a variation time timer (a timer corresponding to the variation time of the decorative symbol) (step S838). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value indicating the decorative symbol variation process (step S802) (step S839).

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the decorative symbol variation process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol changing process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the display result reception flag is set (step S1830). If not set, the process proceeds to step S1834. If it is set, the production control microcomputer 100 resets the display result reception flag (step S1831), and confirms whether or not the received display result command is a probable big hit designation (step S1832). If the probability big hit is not specified, the process proceeds to step S1834. If the probability variation jackpot is specified, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the probability variation jackpot effect flag if not set (step S1833).

  In this embodiment, when the fluctuation starts immediately after the big hit, and the display result of the first fluctuation after the big hit is determined to be a probable big hit, the probability is low (for example, 10 percent). The first variation pattern command designated by the variation pattern 2 may be received after the big hit. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 cannot recognize whether or not it is a probable big hit only by receiving the fluctuation pattern command. Therefore, in such a case, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the probability variation big hit effect flag based on the fact that the display result command of the probability variation big hit designation is received by executing the processing of steps S1830 to S1833. .

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not a decorative symbol stop designation command has been received (step S1834). If it has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value indicating the decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S1842). If the decorative design stop designation command has not been received, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the variable time timer has timed out (step S1835). If the variation time timer has timed out, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value indicating the decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S1842).

  The production control microcomputer 100 shifts to the decorative symbol variation stopping process based on the elapse of the predetermined variation time, stops the variable display of the decorative symbol, and derives and displays the stopped symbol. In this embodiment, when receiving the decorative design stop designation command (confirmation command), the production control microcomputer 100 determines that a predetermined fluctuation time has elapsed, and proceeds to the decorative design change stop processing. If the decorative symbol stop designation command cannot be received, it is determined that a predetermined variation time has elapsed based on the fact that the variation time timer has timed out, and the process proceeds to a decorative symbol variation stop process.

  Note that it is also possible to monitor only one of the reception of the decorative symbol stop designation command or the time-out of the variable time timer, stop the variable display of the decorative symbol, and derive and display the stop symbol. Also, when monitoring only the reception of the decorative symbol stop command and stopping the variable display of the decorative symbol and deriving and displaying the stop symbol, the decorative symbol stop specification command could not be received even if the fluctuation time timed out. In such a case, in the processing of steps S1836 to S1841, the decorative symbol variation display may not be stopped completely, and the decorative symbol may be displayed in a shaking manner or the display in which the decorative symbol is slightly enlarged or reduced may be repeated.

  If the variation time timer has not timed out, the production control microcomputer 100 decrements the process timer by 1 (step S1836) and decrements the variation time timer by 1 (step S1837).

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes control of the effect device (variable display device 9, various lamps, speaker 27) according to the contents of the process data n (step S1838). Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1839), and switches the process data if the process timer has timed out (step S1840). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1841).

  Specifically, in step S1838, the control of the effect device is executed according to the content of the process data n, whereby the variable display device 9 performs the variable display of the decorative symbols.

  When the first fluctuation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit are received, the special ending presentation is also executed integrally over the predetermined ending production execution period and the first fluctuation time after the big hit. In this case, by performing the process of step S1838, the effect for the time corresponding to the first variation time after the big hit is executed during the special ending effect. For example, when the last big hit game state is finished and the state is shifted to the probability change state, and the display result of the variable display executed for the first time after the big hit is ended, the process of step S1838 is executed. As a result, an effect including a continuous jackpot effect and a probable change promotion effect as one effect is executed, and the effect is executed as if the game failed in the continuous jackpot and the gaming state was promoted to a probable state. Further, for example, when the last big hit gaming state is ended and the state is shifted to the short time state, and the display result of the variable display executed for the first time after the big hit is ended, the process of step S1838 is performed. By executing, it is possible to execute an effect as if the kite also failed in consecutive jackpots and failed to be promoted to a probable state. Further, for example, when the display result of the variable display that is first executed after the end of the jackpot is a normal jackpot, an effect including the continuous jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect as one effect by executing the process of step S1838. The game is executed in a manner as if the game state has been promoted to a probable state, and the effect is as if the promotion to the probable state has failed. Further, for example, when the display result of the variable display that is executed first after the end of the big hit is a probable big hit, the step S1838 is executed to include the continuous big hit effect and the probable promotion effect as one effect. Is performed, and the performance is performed in a manner as if the game state has been promoted to the probabilistic state, or the promotion to the probable state has failed A production like this is executed.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation stop process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that a decorative symbol stop symbol is displayed is set (step S1870). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the effect control microcomputer 100 proceeds to step S1874. In this embodiment, as described later, when a big hit symbol is displayed as a decorative symbol stop symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S1873. When the fanfare effect is executed, the stop symbol display flag is reset in step S1875. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set in step S1870 is a stage in which the fanfare effect is not yet executed although the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, so the process of displaying the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in step S1871 Without moving to step S1874.

  If the stop symbol display flag is not set, the production control microcomputer 100 performs a control to stop and display the stored stop symbol (decoration symbol (displacement symbol, jackpot display symbol)) (step S1871). In this embodiment, the big hit symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the decorative symbols without distinguishing between the probability big hit and the normal big hit, and is derived and displayed in step S1871. Therefore, the player cannot recognize whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the derivation-displayed big hit symbol.

  If the big hit display symbol is not displayed in step S1871 (that is, if the loss symbol is displayed: N in step S1872), the production control microcomputer 100 responds to a predetermined flag (for example, a decorative symbol stop designation command). When the flag is set, the flag is reset (step S1879), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S1880).

  When the big win symbol is displayed in step S1871 (Y in step S1872), the production control microcomputer 100 sets a stop symbol display flag (step S1873) and checks whether the fanfare flag is set (step S1872). S1874). That is, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not a fanfare command has been received. When the fanfare flag is set (Y in step S1874), the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S1875), and selects process data 1 corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S1876). .

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 starts a process timer (step S1877), and sets the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S1878).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the big hit display process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open display command has been received is set (step S901). When the special winning opening open flag is not set (N in step S901), the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S902). Next, the production control microcomputer 100 executes control of the production device (variable display device 9, speaker 27, lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n (step S903). For example, an effect (fanfare effect) is displayed on the variable display device 9 for displaying a jackpot display symbol and displaying characters or characters indicating that a jackpot has occurred. In this embodiment, the fanfare effect is executed in the same effect manner in the case of the probability big hit and the normal big hit. Therefore, the player cannot recognize whether it is a promising big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the fanfare effect.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer setting value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S906).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S901), the production control microcomputer 100 produces an effect during the round (round according to the number of rounds) based on the contents of the big prize opening open display command. An effect for executing display is selected (step S907). Next, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S908), and the process data 1 corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S909). Then, the process timer is started (step S910), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S911).

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the in-round processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the in-round processing, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not a flag after opening the big prize opening indicating that the display command after opening the special prize opening has been received is set (step S1901).

  If the flag after the big prize opening is not set (N in step S1901), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1902), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the variable display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S1903). For example, the variable display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol, and an effect of displaying characters indicating the number of rounds and other characters (in-round effect) is executed.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S1906).

  If the flag after opening the big prize opening is set in step S1901 (Y in step S1901), the production control microcomputer 100 performs interval production (according to the number of rounds) based on the contents of the display command after opening the big prize opening. The effect of performing the interval display is selected (step S1907). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the flag after the special winning opening is opened (step S1908), and selects the process data 1 corresponding to the selected interval effect (step S1909). Then, the process timer is started (step S1910), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S1911).

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing post-round processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not an ending flag is set (step S1970). When the ending flag is not set (N in Step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open display command has been received is set. Is confirmed (step S1971). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in step S1971), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S1972), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the variable display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S1973). For example, the variable display device 9 displays a jackpot display symbol and executes an effect (interval effect) for displaying a predetermined character or the like. For example, when the interval effect after the last round (15 rounds) is executed, a character string such as “15 rounds ended!” May be displayed on the variable display device 9 in step S1973. Good.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S1974), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S1975). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S1976).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S1971), the production control microcomputer 100 produces an in-round production (round according to the number of rounds) based on the contents of the big prize opening open display command. An effect for executing display is selected (step S1977). Next, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S1978), and the process data 1 corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S1979). Then, the process timer is started (step S1980), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S1981).

  The ending flag is set in step S1970 (Y in step S1970) when an ending command is received from the game control microcomputer 560. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (step S1982). Specifically, the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved memory number storage area in the RAM is confirmed.

  If the number of reserved memories is not 0, the production control microcomputer 100 selects a special production ending production (special ending production) (step S1983). That is, in this case, since the number of reserved memories is not 0, the decorative symbol variation display is started immediately after the big hit game ends. In this case, when the special ending effect is selected, the effect is integrally executed over a predetermined ending effect execution period and the first fluctuation time after the big hit.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the probability variation big hit production flag is set (step S1984). If not set, the process proceeds to step S1989 as it is. If it is set, the gaming state is shifted to the probability changing state after the big hit is ended, so the production control microcomputer 100 sets the probability changing state flag (step S1985), and proceeds to step S1989.

  If the reserved storage number is 0, the production control microcomputer 100 selects the normal ending production. That is, in this case, since the number of holdings is 0, even after the big hit game is finished, the decorative symbol variation display is not started immediately. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a normal ending effect that is executed only within a predetermined ending effect execution period.

  If the number of reserved memories is 0, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the probability variation big hit production flag is set (step S1986). If it is set, the production control microcomputer 100 selects a normal ending production including the probability variation promotion production (step S1987). That is, in this case, in the big hit end effect process described later, when the normal ending effect is executed, the effect is executed as if the gaming state has been promoted to the probable state. If the probability change big hit effect flag is not set, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects a normal ending effect that does not include the probability change promotion effect (step S1988). In this case, when the normal ending effect is executed in the big hit end effect process described later, the effect may be executed in a manner as if the promotion to the certainty change state has failed. Further, for example, the variable display device 9 may be notified of the end of the big hit game by displaying a character string such as “See you!” As a character line.

  In this embodiment, the case where it is determined in step S1984 and step S1986 whether or not the probable big hit effect flag is set based on whether or not the probable big hit effect flag is set has been described. Based on this, it may be determined whether or not it is a probable big hit. For example, in step S1984 and step S1986, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that the probability variation big hit is received when the ending designation command (command A300 (H) shown in FIG. 8) designated for the probability variation big hit is received. When an ending designation command (command A301 (H) shown in FIG. 8) designated as a normal jackpot is received, it may be determined that the jackpot is a regular jackpot.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the ending flag (step S1989), and selects the process data 1 corresponding to the ending effect (step S1990). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the production period measurement timer and starts the process timer (step S1991). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot end effect process (step S807) (step S1992).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first subtracts 1 from the value of the effect period measurement timer (step S971) and checks whether the effect period measurement timer has timed out (step S972).

  When the production period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S973). Next, the production control microcomputer 100 executes a process of controlling the production device (variable display device 9, speaker 27, etc.) in accordance with the contents of the process data n (step S974). For example, by displaying that the jackpot ends or by displaying a predetermined character on the display screen of the variable display device 9 and displaying a sentence such as “See you!” As a character line, the jackpot ends. Is notified.

  For example, when the special ending effect is selected, the effect is executed in a mode corresponding to the special ending effect in step S974. For example, a character or a drawing of a lottery corresponding to the special ending effect is displayed on the display screen of the variable display device 9, and an effect including a continuous jackpot effect and a probable change promotion effect is started. In addition, for example, when a normal ending effect is selected and it is determined that a probable big hit (when shifting to a probable change state after the big hit ends), the variable display device 9 has a “probable change!” Or the like. By displaying the characters and characters, an effect including a probability change promotion effect in a manner as if the heel has been promoted to the probability change state is executed. In addition, when the normal ending effect is selected and is determined to be a big jackpot (when shifting to the time-saving state after the big hit is finished), characters and characters such as “time-saving” are displayed on the variable display device 9. The display may be performed in a manner as if the promotion to the certainty state has failed.

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S975), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S976). Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S977).

  When the production period measurement timer times out (Y in step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 resets predetermined flags such as a probable big hit production flag (step S978), and changes the value of the production control process flag to the variation pattern. A value corresponding to the command reception waiting process (step S800) is set (step S979).

  Next, an effect aspect of the ending effect executed in the variable display device 9 will be described. FIG. 35 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display example of a special ending effect executed in the variable display device. FIG. 36 is an explanatory diagram showing a display example of a normal ending effect executed in the variable display device. In FIG. 35 and FIG. 36, the display state transitions in numerical order as (1) (2) (3) (4). 35 and 36 is executed based on the effect control command sent from the game control microcomputer 560 by the effect control microcomputer 100.

  First, the effect mode of the special ending effect will be described. In addition, referring to FIG. 35, when a variation pattern command designated by the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is received after the big hit is completed (that is, in the case of a loss), the case is shifted to the probable variation state after the big hit is completed. A display example of the special ending effect will be described. In this case, as a premise, when executing the previous variation display (variation display that has caused the transition to the jackpot gaming state), it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 will make a probability variation jackpot (step S1510). S1513, S1519 to S1522), the production control microcomputer 100 is a variation pattern command (commands 8004 (H) to 8006 (H), 8014 (H) to 8016 (H), designated special probability ending, during the special ending production. Assume that commands 8021 (H) and 8022 (H)) to be received and a display result command (command 8C02 (H)) specified with probability variation jackpot are received. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the probability variation jackpot effect flag (see step S1827), and executes the variation display of the decorative symbols (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841) to derive and display the jackpot symbol. (See step S1871), and it is assumed that the game state has shifted to the big hit gaming state. The production control microcomputer 100 does not distinguish between a promiscuous jackpot and a normal jackpot, and determines and derives a jackpot symbol, and is a promising jackpot in the performance during a jackpot game such as a fanfare effect. The performance is performed in such a manner that it is impossible to specify whether it is a big hit or not. Therefore, the player cannot specify whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the stop symbols and the production mode of the decorative symbols.

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), a first ending designation command (command A300 (H)) is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S446).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, the production control microcomputer 100, for example, in the interval production based on the reception of the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), as shown in FIG. 35 (1). In addition, a character string such as “15 round end!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the first ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). In the example shown in FIG. 35, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not 0 (see N in step S1982) and selects a special ending effect (see step S1983). Further, the probability variation state flag is set based on the fact that the probability variation big hit effect flag is set (see step S1985). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 corresponds to the ending effect execution period in the special ending effect as shown in FIG. 35 (2). (See steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), in a special ending effect, a predetermined character and a drawing of a lottery are displayed on the variable display device 9.

  When the special ending effect is executed, the effect is also executed integrally over the predetermined ending effect execution period secured after the end of the jackpot and the first fluctuation time after the jackpot. In this embodiment, as an effect executed in a portion corresponding to a predetermined ending effect execution period in the special ending effect, whether the variation pattern command specifying one of the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit is received Regardless of whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state, a common effect (for example, an effect of displaying the same character and lottery picture shown in FIG. 35 (2)) is executed.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the special ending effect which performs a continuous jackpot effect and a probable change promotion effect with one effect is performed. In this embodiment, in the special ending effect, the continuous jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect are executed as a single effect over a predetermined ending effect execution period and the first variation time after the jackpot. In this example, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), in a predetermined ending effect execution period, a girl character is displayed on the variable display device 9 and a lottery picture is displayed. Production including promotion production is started.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives a change pattern command for a change display that starts immediately after the end of the ending effect execution period (see step S1801). The effect control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command (command 8020 (H)) designated for the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit (see Y in step S1803). In addition, based on the fact that the probability change state flag is set (see Y in step S1804), a shift effect is selected at the time of probability change (see steps S1806 and S823), and an effect corresponding to the shift effect is executed at the time of probability change (step). (See S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841, and S1871). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (3), the production control microcomputer 100 displays a variable display of decorative symbols on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and on the display screen of the variable display device 9. By executing the effect in such a manner that the displayed character draws a lottery, the continuous jackpot effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed as one effect. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (4), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and the lottery result is displayed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 35 (4), one of “Daiyoshi”, “Nakayoshi”, “Koyoshi”, and “Bad” is displayed as a result of the lottery. When the result of the lottery is “Daichi”, it indicates that the fluctuation display executed for the first time after the big hit ends is a probable big hit. Further, when the lottery result is “Nakayoshi”, it indicates that the fluctuation display executed for the first time after the big hit ends is a normal big hit. In addition, when the result of the lottery is “Koyoshi”, it indicates that the fluctuation display executed for the first time after the end of the big hit is out of place, and the gaming state is shifted to the probable change state after the big hit (that is, The last big hit was a probable big hit). If the result of the lottery is “bad”, it indicates that the fluctuation display executed first time after the big hit ends is out of place, and the gaming state is shifted to the short time state after the big hit ends (that is, The last big hit was usually a big hit).

  When the variation pattern command designated by the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is received after the big hit, and when the transition to the probable variation state is made after the big hit, the result of the lottery is “Koyoshi” shown in FIG. ”Is displayed, the kite also fails in consecutive big hits, and an effect as if it was promoted to a probable state is executed. For example, as shown in FIGS. 35 (2) to (4), the same character (the same character in this example) is used for the effect executed in the predetermined ending effect execution period and the effect executed in the first variation time after the big hit. By displaying the girl's character) on the variable display device 9 or by displaying the same background color, the special ending effect is produced in an integrated effect manner over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the first variation time after the big hit. Execute.

  After that, when the next variation pattern command is received after the end of the special ending effect (in this case, variation pattern commands (commands 8010 (H) to 8019 (H) for designating other than the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit) are received. The production control microcomputer 100 executes a normal decorative pattern variation display based on the received variation pattern command, for example, in the left, middle and right display areas of the variable display device 9. Each of the decorative symbols is displayed to display the variation of the decorative symbols.

  Next, a display example of a special ending effect when the variation pattern command specified by the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is received (that is, in the case of a loss), and the state is shifted to the short time state after the big hit is over Will be explained. In this case, as a premise, it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 normally makes a big jackpot when executing the previous fluctuation display (the fluctuation display that has shifted to the jackpot gaming state) (step S1510). S1513, S1519 to S1521), the effect control microcomputer 100 is a variation pattern command (commands 8007 (H) to 8009 (H), 8017 (H) to 8019 (H), usually designated as a big hit), during special ending effects. It is assumed that the received command 8021 (H)) and the normal jackpot designated display result command (command 8C01 (H)) are received. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the decorative symbol variation display (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841), derives and displays the big hit symbol (see step S1871), and shifts to the big hit game state. And The production control microcomputer 100 does not distinguish between a promiscuous jackpot and a normal jackpot, and determines and derives a jackpot symbol, and is a promising jackpot in the performance during a jackpot game such as a fanfare effect. The performance is performed in such a manner that it is impossible to specify whether it is a big hit or not. Therefore, the player cannot specify whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the stop symbols and the production mode of the decorative symbols.

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). Then, when a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), a second ending designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S447).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, the production control microcomputer 100, for example, in the interval production based on the reception of the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), as shown in FIG. 35 (1). In addition, a character string such as “15 round end!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the second ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). The effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not zero (see N in step S1982) and selects a special ending effect (see step S1983). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 corresponds to the ending effect execution period in the special ending effect as shown in FIG. 35 (2). (See steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), in a special ending effect, a predetermined character and a drawing of a lottery are displayed on the variable display device 9. In addition, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), during the predetermined ending effect execution period, the girl character is displayed on the variable display device 9 and the lottery picture is displayed, so that the consecutive jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect are displayed. The production including is started.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives a change pattern command for a change display that starts immediately after the end of the ending effect execution period (see step S1801). The effect control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command (command 8020 (H)) designated for the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit (see Y in step S1803). Further, based on the fact that the probability variation state flag is not set (see N in Step S1804), a time shift effect is selected (see Steps S1807 and S825), and an effect corresponding to the time shift effect is executed (Step S1804). (See S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841, and S1871). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (3), the production control microcomputer 100 displays a variable display of decorative symbols on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and on the display screen of the variable display device 9. By executing the effect in such a manner that the displayed character draws a lottery, the continuous jackpot effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed as one effect. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (4), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and the lottery result is displayed.

  When the variation pattern command designated by the first variation pattern 1 after the big hit is received and the shift to the short time state is made after the big hit, the lottery results are shown in FIG. 35 (4). ”Is displayed, the kite also fails in consecutive big hits, and an effect is performed as if the promotion to the probability change state has failed. For example, as shown in FIGS. 35 (2) to (4), the same character (the same character in this example) is used for the effect executed in the predetermined ending effect execution period and the effect executed in the first variation time after the big hit. By displaying the girl's character) on the variable display device 9 or by displaying the same background color, the special ending effect is produced in an integrated effect manner over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the first variation time after the big hit. Execute.

  After that, when the next variation pattern command is received after the end of the special ending effect (in this case, variation pattern commands (commands 8010 (H) to 8019 (H) for designating other than the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit) are received. The production control microcomputer 100 executes a normal decorative pattern variation display based on the received variation pattern command, for example, in the left, middle and right display areas of the variable display device 9. Each of the decorative symbols is displayed to display the variation of the decorative symbols.

  In addition, after the big hit, the example of the special ending effect is displayed when the fluctuation pattern command specified by the first fluctuation pattern 2 after the big hit is received (usually, when the big hit, there is a possibility of a probable big hit with a low probability (for example, 10%)). explain. In this case, as a premise, when executing the previous fluctuation display (variation display that caused the transition to the big hit gaming state), if the game control microcomputer 560 makes a big hit (probable big hit or normal big hit) The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the jackpot-designated variation pattern commands (commands 8004 (H) to 8006 (H), 8014 (H) to 8016 (H), and steps S1510 to S1513 and S1519 to S1522). It is assumed that commands 8021 (H), 8022 (H)) received during the special ending effect and a display result command (commands 8C01 (H), 8C02 (H)) designated by jackpot are received. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the decorative symbol variation display (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841), derives and displays the big hit symbol (see step S1871), and shifts to the big hit game state. And The production control microcomputer 100 does not distinguish between a promiscuous jackpot and a normal jackpot, and determines and derives a jackpot symbol, and is a promising jackpot in the performance during a jackpot game such as a fanfare effect. The performance is performed in such a manner that it is impossible to specify whether it is a big hit or not. Therefore, the player cannot specify whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the stop symbols and the production mode of the decorative symbols.

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), a first ending designation command (command A300 (H)) is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S446).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, the production control microcomputer 100, for example, in the interval production based on the reception of the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), as shown in FIG. 35 (1). In addition, a character string such as “15 round end!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). The effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not zero (see N in step S1982) and selects a special ending effect (see step S1983). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 corresponds to the ending effect execution period in the special ending effect as shown in FIG. 35 (2). (See steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), in a special ending effect, a predetermined character and a drawing of a lottery are displayed on the variable display device 9. In addition, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), during the predetermined ending effect execution period, the girl character is displayed on the variable display device 9 and the lottery picture is displayed, so that the consecutive jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect are displayed. The production including is started.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives a change pattern command for a change display that starts immediately after the end of the ending effect execution period (see step S1801). The production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command (command 8021 (H)) designated for the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit (see Y in step S1811). Also, an effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit is selected (see steps S1814 and S827), and an effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit is executed (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841, and S1871). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (3), the production control microcomputer 100 displays a variable display of decorative symbols on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and on the display screen of the variable display device 9. By executing the effect in such a manner that the displayed character draws a lottery, the continuous jackpot effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed as one effect. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (4), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and the lottery result is displayed.

  When the variation pattern command specified for the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit is received after the big hit is received, “Nakayoshi” shown in FIG. 35 (4) is displayed as a result of the lottery, so that the kite is also usually a big hit. An effect of notifying the user is executed. In this embodiment, when the fluctuation executed for the first time after the big hit is a normal big hit, the current gaming state is a probable change state only by performing an effect of notifying that it is a normal big hit. Or the normal state is not notified. Note that the current gaming state may be notified even when the variation executed for the first time after the big hit is a normal big hit. For example, along with the result of lottery, if the state is in a probable state, a character string such as “Congratulations on Probability!” Is displayed and the effect is as if the heel has been promoted to the probable state. A character string such as “!” May be displayed to produce an effect as if the promotion to the certainty state has failed.

  When the first variation pattern command designated by the variation pattern 2 is received after the big hit, even if the change notification is executed in the special ending effect, the variation immediately executed after the big hit becomes the big hit variation. Therefore, when a variation pattern command designated by variation pattern 2 is received for the first time after a big hit, even if the gaming state is in a short-time state, in a special ending effect, the aspect is as if the dummy is promoted to a probable change state as a dummy effect You may make it perform the production of. That is, the same type of effect may be executed in the special ending effect regardless of whether the gaming state is a probable change state or a short-time state.

  In addition, for example, when the first change after the big hit is a normal big hit, after displaying the same result as that at the time of losing determination as the result of the lottery (when displaying the result, the decorative pattern change display is continued. The decorative display is displayed in the left, middle and right display areas of the variable display device 9 to start the variable display of the decorative design, and the left and right decorative designs are stopped and displayed with the same design, and the reach effect is executed. May be. Then, the left and right decorative symbols may be stopped and displayed in a state where the same symbols are aligned. After executing the special ending effect when the first fluctuation after the big hit is out of play (the production that displays “Kai” or “Kiyoshi”), the fluctuation display becomes the big hit (the second fluctuation display after the big hit. Next) The effect in the same manner as when the effect of displaying the jackpot display after the start of the change and the reach effect is performed is a period of one effect (a predetermined ending effect execution period and a change time corresponding to one change) ). In this case, even if “bad” or “small” is displayed in the special ending effect, even if “bad” or “small” is displayed depending on whether the gaming state is a promiscuous state or a short-time state. In many cases, “bad” or “small” may be displayed as a dummy effect regardless of whether the gaming state is a promiscuous state or a short-time state.

  By executing the above-mentioned effect when the fluctuation executed for the first time after the big hit is a normal big hit, the special ending effect is continuous only when the fluctuation executed for the first time after the big hit is a probable big hit. You can foresee that it will be a big hit.

  In this embodiment, the case where the big hit symbol of the decorative symbol is determined without distinguishing between the probability big hit and the normal big hit is explained, but the probability change selected only at the probability big hit is recalled. A symbol (for example, a symbol that stops and displays in a state where the left and right decorative symbols are aligned with the same odd number of symbols. Also referred to as a probable variation symbol) It is also possible to use a symbol that stops and displays in a state where the middle right decorative symbols are aligned with the same even number of symbols (hereinafter also referred to as non-probable variation symbols). In this case, after executing the reach effect, in the case of a probable big hit, the probable variation symbol or the non-probability variation symbol may be stopped and displayed by lottery. In addition, the non-probable variation symbol may be stopped and displayed when a normal big hit. In this way, the player can have an impression that the probability change has been confirmed when the probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed, and when the non-probability variation symbol is stopped, the player has a chance to be promoted to probability variation. You can make an impression as if it were.

  Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a jackpot display effect (fanfare effect) based on the reception of the fanfare command (command A000 (H)) (see steps S1876, S1877, S902 to S906). For example, a character string such as “big hit!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9 to produce an effect of displaying that it is a big hit. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the production during the round corresponding to the first round based on the reception of the special winning opening opening display command (see step S901) (steps S907 to S910, S1902). (See S1906).

  Next, a display example of a special ending effect when the variation pattern command designated by the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit is received (that is, when the probability variation big hit) is received will be described. In this case, as a premise, when executing the previous fluctuation display (variation display that caused the transition to the big hit gaming state), if the game control microcomputer 560 makes a big hit (probable big hit or normal big hit) The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the jackpot-designated variation pattern commands (commands 8004 (H) to 8009 (H), 8014 (H) to 8019 (H), and steps S1510 to S1513 and S1519 to S1522). It is assumed that commands 8021 (H), 8022 (H)) received during the special ending effect and a display result command (commands 8C01 (H), 8C02 (H)) designated by jackpot are received. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the decorative symbol variation display (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841), derives and displays the big hit symbol (see step S1871), and shifts to the big hit game state. And

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), an ending designation command (commands A300 (H) and A301 (H)) is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (steps S446 and S447). reference).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, the production control microcomputer 100, for example, in the interval production based on the reception of the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), as shown in FIG. 35 (1). In addition, a character string such as “15 round end!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). The effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not zero (see N in step S1982) and selects a special ending effect (see step S1983). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the production control microcomputer 100 corresponds to the ending effect execution period in the special ending effect as shown in FIG. 35 (2). (See steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), in a special ending effect, a predetermined character and a lottery picture are displayed on the variable display device 9. In addition, as shown in FIG. 35 (2), during the predetermined ending effect execution period, the girl character is displayed on the variable display device 9 and the lottery picture is displayed, so that the consecutive jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect are displayed. The production including is started.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives a change pattern command for a change display that starts immediately after the end of the ending effect execution period (see step S1801). The production control microcomputer 100 receives a variation pattern command (command 8022 (H)) designated for the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit (see Y in step S1816). Next, an effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit is selected (see steps S1818 and S830), and an effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit is executed (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841, and S1871). For example, as shown in FIG. 35 (3), the production control microcomputer 100 displays a variable display of decorative symbols on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and on the display screen of the variable display device 9. By executing the effect in such a manner that the displayed character draws a lottery, the continuous jackpot effect and the probability variation promotion effect are executed as one effect. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (4), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on a part of the display screen of the variable display device 9, and the lottery result is displayed.

  When the variation pattern command specified by the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit is received after the big hit, the “Daiichi” shown in FIG. 35 (4) is displayed as a result of the lottery, so that the kite is also a positive variation big hit. An effect of notifying the user is executed. In this case, for example, by displaying a character string such as “Yatane Duren-chan!” On the variable display device 9, an effect of notifying that it will be a big hit continuously may be performed. Further, in this embodiment, when the variation executed for the first time after the big hit is a probable big hit, the present gaming state is the probable state only by performing an effect of notifying that it is a probable big hit. Or the normal state is not notified. In addition, even if the variation executed for the first time after the big hit is a probable big hit, the current gaming state may be notified. For example, along with the result of lottery, if the state is in a probable state, a character string such as “Congratulations on Probability!” Is displayed and the effect is as if the heel has been promoted to the probable state. A character string such as “!” May be displayed to produce an effect as if the promotion to the certainty state has failed.

  When the first variation pattern command designated by the variation pattern 3 is received after the big hit, even if the change notification is executed in the special ending effect, the variation immediately executed after the big hit becomes the big hit variation. Therefore, when a variation pattern command specified by variation pattern 3 is received for the first time after a big hit, even if the gaming state is in a short-time state, in a special ending effect, the aspect is as if the game was promoted to a promiscuous state as a dummy effect You may make it perform the production of. That is, the same type of effect may be executed in the special ending effect regardless of whether the gaming state is a probable change state or a short-time state.

  Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes a jackpot display effect (fanfare effect) based on the reception of the fanfare command (command A000 (H)) (see steps S1876, S1877, S902 to S906). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the production during the round corresponding to the first round based on the reception of the special winning opening opening display command (see step S901) (steps S907 to S910, S1902). (See S1906).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 36, an effect mode of a normal ending effect will be described. In the example shown in FIG. 36, as a premise, when executing the previous fluctuation display (variation display that has caused the transition to the big hit gaming state), it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 will make a probable big hit. (Refer to Steps S1510 to S1513 and S1519 to S1522) The production control microcomputer 100 uses the variation pattern commands (commands 8004 (H) to 8006 (H), 8014 (H) to 8016 (H), special, designated by the probability variation big hit. It is assumed that commands 8021 (H) and 8022 (H)) received during the ending effect and a display result command (command 8C02 (H)) specified with probability variation big hit are received. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the probability variation jackpot effect flag (see step S1827), and executes the variation display of the decorative symbols (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841) to derive and display the jackpot symbol. (See step S1871), and it is assumed that the game state has shifted to the big hit gaming state. The production control microcomputer 100 does not distinguish between a promiscuous jackpot and a normal jackpot, and determines and derives a jackpot symbol, and is a promising jackpot in the performance during a jackpot game such as a fanfare effect. The performance is performed in such a manner that it is impossible to specify whether it is a big hit or not. Therefore, the player cannot specify whether it is a probabilistic big hit or a normal big hit only by looking at the stop symbols and the production mode of the decorative symbols.

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), a first ending designation command (command A300 (H)) is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S446).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, the production control microcomputer 100, for example, in the interval production based on the reception of the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), as shown in FIG. In addition, a character string such as “15 round end!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the first ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). In the example shown in FIG. 36, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is 0 (see Y in step S1982). Further, based on the probability variation big hit effect flag being set (see Y in step S1986), a normal ending effect with probability variation promotion is selected (see step S1987). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the normal ending effect including the probability change promotion effect as shown in FIGS. (Refer to Steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977). For example, as shown in FIGS. 36 (2) and (3), a predetermined character is displayed on the display screen of the variable display device 9 in a normal ending effect. Further, as shown in FIGS. 36 (2) and (3), by executing a presentation in such a manner that the character skips the character string “short time”, a character string such as “probability!” Is displayed. The performance is performed as if the niece was promoted to a probable state. Then, after the predetermined ending effect execution period ends, until the next variation pattern command is received (while it is determined as N in step S1801 in FIG. 26), as shown in FIG. Display the decorative patterns in the same pattern.

  Thereafter, when the next variation pattern command is received after the end of the normal ending effect (in this case, variation pattern commands (commands 8010 (H) to 8019 (H) for designating other than the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit) are designated. The production control microcomputer 100 executes a normal decorative pattern variation display based on the received variation pattern command, for example, as shown in FIG. The decorative symbols are displayed in the left, middle, and right display areas of the display device 9 and the decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner.

  In the case of executing a normal ending effect, it is determined that a normal jackpot is determined when executing the previous fluctuation display (the fluctuation display that has shifted to the big hit gaming state). Even if it exists, a normal ending effect should just be performed by the effect aspect similar to FIG. In this case, it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 will normally make a big hit (steps S1510 to S1513, S1519) when executing the previous change display (the change display that has shifted to the big hit game state). The microcomputer 100 for effect control normally receives the variation pattern commands (commands 8007 (H) to 8009 (H), 8017 (H) to 8019 (H), special ending effects) designated for the big hit. Command 8021 (H)) and a normal jackpot designated display result command (command 8C01 (H)). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the decorative symbol variation display (see steps S836 to S838 and S1836 to S1841), derives and displays the big hit symbol (see step S1871), and shifts to the big hit game state.

  In the final round (15 rounds in this example), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (see step S423) or a predetermined round time (for example, 29.round). When 5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special winning opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special winning opening is opened is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S428). Then, when a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), a second ending designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S447).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), it executes a predetermined interval effect (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976). In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after opening the big prize opening for the final round (15 rounds in this example), and the interval production is the same as in FIG. 36 (1). In a manner, a character string such as “End of 15 rounds!” Is displayed on the variable display device 9.

  Next, when receiving the second ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). The effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is 0 (see Y in step S1982). Further, based on the fact that the probable big hit effect flag is not set (see N in step S1986), a normal ending effect (not promoted to probable change) is selected (see step S1988). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the normal ending effect in the same manner as in FIGS. 36 (2) and (3) until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972) (step S1990). , S1991, S973 to S977). For example, in a manner similar to FIGS. 36 (2) and (3), a predetermined character is displayed on the display screen of the variable display device 9 in a normal ending effect. Also, in the case of a normal big hit, when a performance similar to that shown in FIGS. 36 (2) and (3) is performed, the performance is performed in such a manner that the character fails to skip the “short time” character string. Later, by displaying a character string such as “short time!” As it is, the effect is performed as if the promotion to the certainty state failed. In case of a normal jackpot, a character string such as “End of jackpot” is displayed without using a character or the like in a normal ending effect, or a character string such as “See you!” Is displayed as a character line. An effect of notifying the end of the big hit may be executed.

  Next, the execution timing of the ending effect executed in the variable display device 9 will be described. FIG. 37 is a timing chart showing the execution timing of a normal ending effect executed in the variable display device. FIG. 38 is a timing chart showing the execution timing of the special ending effect executed in the variable display device.

  First, the execution timing of a normal ending effect will be described with reference to FIG. The game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the number of winning in the big winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) in the final round (15 rounds in this example) of the big hit game (see step S423) or a predetermined round time ( For example, when 29.5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), as shown in FIG. 37, the special prize opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special prize opening is opened is sent to the production control microcomputer 100. Transmit (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), an ending designation command (commands A300 (H) and A301 (H)) is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (steps S446 and S447). reference).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), as shown in FIG. 37, a predetermined interval effect is executed (see steps S1909, S1910, and S1972 to S1976).

  Next, when receiving the ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). In the example shown in FIG. 37, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is 0 (see Y in step S1982). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the normal ending effect (see steps S1990, S1991, S973 to S977) as shown in FIG. ).

  Thereafter, when the next variation pattern command is received after the end of the normal ending effect (in this case, variation pattern commands (commands 8010 (H) to 8019 (H) for designating other than the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit) are designated. 37. As shown in FIG. 37, the production control microcomputer 100 executes a normal decorative pattern variation display based on the received variation pattern command, as shown in FIG.

  Next, the execution timing of the special ending effect will be described with reference to FIG. The game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the number of winning in the big winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) in the final round (15 rounds in this example) of the big hit game (see step S423) or a predetermined round time ( For example, when 29.5 seconds have elapsed (see step S425), the special prize opening is closed (see step S429), and a display command after the special prize opening is opened is sent to the production control microcomputer 100 as shown in FIG. Transmit (see step S428). When a predetermined interval time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (see step S442), an ending designation command (commands A300 (H) and A301 (H)) is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (steps S446 and S447). reference).

  When the display control microcomputer 100 receives the display command after the special winning opening is opened (see step S1901), as shown in FIG. 38, a predetermined interval effect is executed (see steps S1909, S1910, S1972 to S1976).

  Next, when receiving the ending designation command (see step S1970), the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the number of reserved memories is 0 (see step S1982). In the example shown in FIG. 38, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not 0 (see N in step S1982) and selects a special ending effect (see step S1983). Then, until the predetermined ending effect execution period elapses (see step S972), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the effect corresponding to the ending effect execution period in the special ending effect (steps S1990 and S1991). , S973-S977).

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives a change pattern command for a change display that starts immediately after the end of the ending effect execution period (see step S1801). In the example shown in FIG. 38, the production control microcomputer 100 receives variation pattern commands (commands 8020 (H) to 8022 (H)) for designating any one of the first variation patterns 1 to 3 after the big hit (steps). (See S1803, S1811, and S1816). Also, based on whether the variation pattern command specifying the first variation pattern 1 to 3 after the big hit is received or whether the probability variation state flag is set, the deviation variation at the time of probability change, the deviation effect at the time of short-time, a big hit Select one of the effects corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 or the effects corresponding to the first variation pattern 3 after the big hit (see steps S1806, S1807, S1814, S1818, S823, S825, S827, and S830), and the misalignment effect at the time of the probability change, the time reduction An effect corresponding to any one of the out-of-time effect, the effect corresponding to the first variation pattern 2 after the big hit or the effect corresponding to the first change pattern 3 after the big hit is executed (see steps S836 to S838, S1836 to S1841, and S1871).

  The same character (in this example, the same girl character) is displayed on the variable display device 9 by performing the processing as described above, with the effect executed during the predetermined ending effect execution period and the effect executed during the first fluctuation time after the big hit. As shown in FIG. 38, the special ending effect is executed in an integrated effect manner over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the first fluctuation time after the big hit, as shown in FIG. To do. As shown in FIG. 38, after the predetermined ending effect execution period ends and until the first variable display is started (the next timer interruption after executing step S979 of the jackpot end effect process) In the decorative symbol variation start process until the process after step S837 is started), the special ending effect is continuously executed.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not a big hit is made as an ending effect based on the determination that there is a reserved memory number, and the gaming state is in a probable state. A special ending effect that informs whether or not there is is executed over a predetermined ending effect execution period and a first variation time after the big hit. In addition, the effect control microcomputer 100 has one continuous jackpot effect informing a notice of continuous big hits in the special ending effect and one probability change promotion effect informing whether or not the player is promoted to the probability change state. Execute with production. Therefore, in the special ending effect, the continuous jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect can be performed, and the player can be interested in the effects of both the consecutive jackpot effect and the probable change promotion effect. Further, even if only one of the continuous jackpot effect and the probable promotion effect is executed, the player's interest can be improved. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved by the ending effect. Further, since the special ending effect is executed over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the first fluctuation time after the big hit, the player's interest can be enhanced over a long period of time.

  In this embodiment, the case where a special ending effect is executed when it is determined whether or not there is a reserved memory number and it is determined that there is a reserved memory number has been described. However, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs post-round processing. In step S1982, it may be determined whether or not the number of reserved memories is a predetermined number (for example, two) or more. Then, when it is determined that the number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the effect control microcomputer 100 may proceed to step S1983 to select and execute the special ending effect. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may execute a special ending effect over a predetermined ending effect execution period and a predetermined number (for example, two) of fluctuation time. Further, when the number of reserved memories is less than a predetermined number (for example, 0 or 1), the processing after step S1986 may be executed to select and execute a normal ending effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, at the timing when the production control microcomputer 100 receives the after-hit variation pattern 1, it is determined whether or not the gaming state after the big-hit end is a probable change state (see step S1804). The case where the special ending effect is executed by selecting a different effect depending on whether or not the game state after the jackpot is in a probable state has been described (see steps S1806 and S1807). The timing for determining whether or not it is in a state is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the gaming state after the end of the jackpot is a probable change state at the timing before receiving the variation pattern command (for example, when receiving the ending designation command), and ends the jackpot A special ending effect may be executed by selecting a different effect depending on whether or not the later game state is a probable change state. In this case, for example, if it is determined by the probability variation determination that the gaming state after the big hit is in the probability variation state, the ending effect for the special effect and the data of the effect deviation at the time of the probability variation are set, and it is determined that it is not the probability variation state. If the ending effect for the special effect and the data for the effect of disabling time are set, and then the command for specifying the variation pattern 2 after big hit or the variation pattern 3 specifying after the big hit is received as a variation pattern command By performing the effect by replacing the corresponding effect data, it is possible to execute an effect including a continuous jackpot effect and a probable promotion effect. In addition, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the gaming state is a probable variation state at a timing after receiving the variation pattern command during execution of the special ending (for example, during the variation of the decorative pattern). Then, a special ending effect may be executed by selecting a different effect depending on whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs a normal ending effect different from the special ending effect on the predetermined ending effect execution period based on the determination that there is no reserved memory number. Execute. For this reason, in the ending effect, an effect can be executed to notify that the display result of the variable display is a big hit only when there is a possibility that it will be a big hit continuously, and the display result of the variable display can be a big hit continuously. When there is no sex, it is possible not to execute the effect of notifying that it will be a big hit. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation where the player's interest is lowered.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is shifted to the probability changing state, and the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is the probability changing state. A different effect is executed in the normal ending effect when it is determined that the process is not shifted to. Therefore, there is no possibility that the display result of the variable display continuously becomes a big hit, and even when the special ending effect is not executed, the interest of the player can be improved by the ending effect.

  Further, according to this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that it has been determined that the jackpot has been determined, and has determined that it has been determined to shift to the probability variation state, and has determined that the jackpot has been determined, and A special ending effect is executed in a different effect mode when it is determined that it is determined not to shift to the certain change state. Therefore, the player's interest in special ending effects can be further improved.

  In addition, according to this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the probability variation promotion effect in the variation period of the special symbol and decorative symbol variation display executed first after the jackpot gaming state is ended. Therefore, it is possible to keep the player interested for a long period of time as to whether or not the gaming state shifts to the probability changing state.

  In this embodiment, the case where the probability change big hit or the normal big hit is determined as the type of big hit has been described. It may be determined to be a big hit that gives a special effect to the player as if the game state has suddenly changed to a probable state. Thus, the game state may not be changed, and the winning prize opening may be opened for a short time and a special performance may be performed).

  When the gaming state is also controlled to sudden probability change big hit or small hit status, for example, without distinguishing between sudden probability change big hit and small hit, the special symbols and decorative symbols stop symbols are determined and displayed (for example, suddenly “123” may be derived and displayed as a stop symbol for the decorative symbol both in the case of the probable big hit and the small hit. Moreover, you may make it perform an effect in the same production | presentation aspect at the time of sudden hits and odd hits. By doing so, it is only necessary to make it impossible for the player to recognize whether it is a sudden big hit or a small hit just by looking at the special symbols or the stop symbols of the decorative symbols or looking at the production mode.

  In addition, when the gaming state is also controlled to sudden probability change big hit or small hit state, for example, in addition to the change pattern command specifying the first change pattern 1 to 3 after the big hit, the first change after the big hit for the sudden probability change big hit A variation pattern command for designating the pattern 4 or a variation pattern command for designating the first variation pattern 5 after the big hit for small hits may be used. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not 0 when the ending command is received (see step S1982), and has received the variation pattern command specifying the first variation pattern 4 after the big hit. Based on the above, the special ending effect may be executed over a predetermined ending effect execution period and the first change time after the big hit (the change time of the sudden sudden change big hit change). In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 performs the production in such a manner that a predetermined character draws a lottery on the display screen of the variable display device 9, thereby producing a continuous jackpot production and a probability variation promotion production as one production. Then, the character display such as “Suddenly Probable!” May be displayed on the variable display device 9 to execute an effect of notifying that the sudden sudden change is a big hit.

  Further, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 determines that the number of reserved memories is not 0 when the ending command is received (see step S1982) and receives the variation pattern command for designating the first variation pattern 5 after the big hit. Based on the above, the special ending effect may be executed over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the first change time after the big hit (the change time of the change per small hit). In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 100 performs the production in such a manner that a predetermined character draws a lottery on the display screen of the variable display device 9, thereby producing a continuous jackpot production and a probability variation promotion production as one production. Then, by displaying a character string such as “unfortunate ...” on the variable display device 9, an effect as if the promotion to the continuous big hit and the probability change state has failed may be executed.

  In this embodiment, the game state is normally shifted to the time-saving state after the big hit and the game state is changed to the probability-changed state (the state that is controlled to the probability-change state and controlled to the time-short state) after the probability change big hit. However, the game state may be set to the normal state after the normal big hit and the game state may be shifted to the probability changed state (non-time-short state) after the probability change big hit. In this case, for example, when the game control microcomputer 560 determines Y in step S463 in the jackpot ending process, it sets only the probability change flag (see step S464) and proceeds to step S468 as it is (ie, step S468). (S465 is not executed), and if it is determined as N in step S463, the process may go directly to step S468 without executing steps S466 and S467.

  In this embodiment, the case where three fluctuation patterns (“20 (H)” to “22 (H)”) are used as the first big hit fluctuation pattern has been described. A plurality of big hit first variation patterns may be used for each of the probable big hits.

  In addition, a character string such as “Daiyoshi!” May be displayed in the continuous big hit effect. In this case, different effects may be executed according to the number of consecutive big hits. For example, if you win a big hit three times in a row, a character string such as “See you again!” Is displayed. The production may be changed according to the number of jackpots, such as displaying a column. Also, for example, the display color of a character string such as “Daiyoshi!” May be changed according to the number of jackpots.

  Further, in this embodiment, an example of performing a lottery effect in the special ending effect has been shown, but the mode of the probable change promotion effect and the continuous jackpot effect is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, in a special ending effect, an effect such as a sport or a mini game may be executed. And by displaying the ranking of the main character in sports or mini-games, the number and type of fish caught in fishing, whether it is a probable big hit or a normal big hit, and whether the gaming state is a probable state Any effect may be executed as long as it is an aspect that allows the player to recognize continuous big hits or probable change promotions.

  In this embodiment, the case where the special ending effect is executed over the predetermined ending effect execution period and the fluctuation time of the first change after the jackpot ends has been described. It may be executed over at least the first fluctuation time, and may be executed over two or more fluctuation times after the big hit.

  In the embodiment described above, a case has been described in which all the presentation means (variable display device 9, sound output device (speaker) 27 and each lamp) are controlled using one presentation control means. Each rendering means may be controlled using the control board and a plurality of control means. For example, the gaming machine includes a sound / lamp control board equipped with a sound / lamp control microcomputer for controlling each lamp and speaker 27, and a design control board equipped with a design control microcomputer for controlling the variable display device 9. May be provided. In this case, for example, when the sound / lamp control microcomputer receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560, the sound / lamp control microcomputer may control to transfer the received effect control command to the symbol control microcomputer as it is. . Further, for example, the sound / lamp control microcomputer transfers only the command used for the effect using the variable display device 9 among the received effect control commands to the symbol control microcomputer. It is also possible not to transfer a command (for example, a command used for an effect using only each lamp or the speaker 27) that is not used for an effect using. Also, for example, the sound / lamp control microcomputer may process the received effect control command and transfer it to the symbol control microcomputer.

  Further, for example, the symbol control microcomputer may first receive an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560. Then, the symbol control microcomputer may perform control such that the received effect control command is directly transferred to the sound / lamp control microcomputer. Further, for example, the symbol control microcomputer transfers only the commands used for the effects using the lamps and the speaker 27 among the received effect control commands to the sound / lamp control microcomputer. Commands that are not used for effects using the speaker 27 (for example, commands used for effects using only the variable display device 9) may not be transferred. Further, for example, the symbol control microcomputer may process the received effect control command and transfer it to the sound / lamp control microcomputer.

  Further, the gaming machine is not limited to the sound / lamp control board and the symbol control board, and may include a plurality of other control boards. For example, a gaming machine includes a lamp control board equipped with a lamp control microcomputer for controlling each lamp, and a design / sound control board equipped with a design / sound control microcomputer for controlling the variable display device 9 and the speaker 27. You may have. Further, for example, a sound control board on which a sound control microcomputer for controlling the speaker 27 is mounted, and a pattern / lamp control board on which the variable display device 9 and a pattern / lamp control microcomputer for controlling each lamp are mounted. It may be. When the microcomputer mounted on the control board located on the upstream side receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560, the microcomputer on which the control board located on the downstream side receives the effect control command received as it is. You may control to transfer to. In addition, the microcomputer mounted on the control board located on the upstream side transfers only the commands required on the downstream side among the received effect control commands to the microcomputer mounted on the control board located on the downstream side. May be. Further, the microcomputer mounted on the control board located on the upstream side may process the received effect control command and transfer it to the microcomputer mounted on the control board located on the downstream side.

  Note that the pachinko gaming machine of the embodiment shown above mainly gives a player a predetermined game value when the stop symbol of the special symbol variably displayed on the variable display section based on the start winning prize becomes a predetermined symbol. Although it was a pachinko gaming machine that became possible, if there is a prize in a predetermined area of the electric game that is released based on the start prize, a predetermined game value can be given to the player, or a start prize Even if it is a pachinko gaming machine in which a predetermined right is generated or continues when there is a prize for a predetermined electric combination that is released when the stop symbol of the symbol that is variably displayed is a combination of the predetermined symbol Applicable. Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine that inserts game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game, or a game machine that inserts game balls instead of game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game.

  The present invention is applicable to a game such as a pachinko gaming machine, and includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other, and displays and displays a display result. The present invention can be applied to a game of a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when the result is derived and displayed.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate and an effect control board. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol fluctuation process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol fluctuation | variation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big prize opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during big prize opening opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process after a special winning opening opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a flowchart which shows the process example of effect design command control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a command transmission table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during decoration design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design change stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit end effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the special ending effect performed in a variable display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the normal ending effect performed in a variable display apparatus. It is a timing diagram which shows the execution timing of the normal ending effect performed in a variable display apparatus. It is a timing diagram which shows the execution timing of the special ending effect performed in a variable display apparatus.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8 Special symbol display 9 Variable display device 14 Start winning opening 31 Main board 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 560 Game control microcomputer

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A specific gaming state that includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them and that displays and displays a display result, and that is advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device A gaming machine to be transferred to
It is determined in advance whether or not the display result of the variable display of the identification information is the specific display result, and is identified as compared with the normal state after the specific gaming state transferred based on the determination is finished. Pre-determining means for determining in advance whether or not to shift to a high-probability gaming state in which the display result of the variable display of information is likely to be the specific display result;
A hold number determination means for determining whether or not there is a variable display hold number for which the variable display execution condition is satisfied but the variable display start condition is not yet satisfied when the specific gaming state is terminated;
A display result of the variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the predetermining means when the hold number determining means determines that there is a hold number is the specific display. Display result determining means for determining whether or not the result is determined;
Based on the determination by the number-of-holds determining means that there is a number of held, whether or not the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state is the high probability state and the determination result of the display result determining means are notified. A special specific gaming state in which a special specific gaming state end effect is executed over a predetermined specific gaming state end notification period and a variable display period of variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state ends. An end notification effect executing means,
The special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means, in the special specific gaming state end effect, a high probability notification effect for notifying whether or not the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state is the high probability state; A gaming machine, wherein the continuous specific display notice effect for informing the determination result of the display result determination means is executed in one effect.   The specific game state end notification effect executing means is configured to output a normal specific game state end notification effect different from the special specific game state end effect based on the determination that the hold number determination means has no number of holds. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising a normal specific gaming state end notification effect executing means that is executed during the specific gaming state end notification period.   The normal specific game state end notification effect executing means executes different effects in the normal specific game state end effect based on whether or not the game state after the end of the specific game state is the high probability state. The gaming machine described. The display result determining means is a variable display display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the predetermining means when it is determined by the hold number determining means that there is a hold number. It is determined whether or not the result is determined as the specific display result, and the display result of the variable display of the identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state is ended by the predetermining means is the specific display. It is determined whether or not it is determined to shift to the high-probability gaming state after the specific gaming state transferred based on the result and determined,
The special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means is determined to have been determined to be the specific display result by the display result determining means and determined to be shifted to the high probability gaming state, and the display result The special specific game state end effect is executed in different effect modes when it is determined by the determination means that the specific display result is determined and when it is determined not to shift to the high probability game state. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3.   The special specific gaming state end notification effect executing means executes a high probability notification effect in a variable display period of variable display of identification information that is executed first after the specific gaming state ends. A gaming machine according to any of the above.

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