JP5035635B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state that can give a player a predetermined gaming value based on a result mode of a variable display game performed in a variable display device.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, pachinko machines (game machines) are known that use a display device to notify that a normal jackpot probability (eg, 1/300) is in a high probability state (eg, 1/30). There is also a pachinko machine that notifies a latent state that cannot be said to be either a high probability state or a normal state. In such a pachinko machine, the start memory (holding memory) for the game ball (game medium) winning at the start port can be up to an upper limit value (for example, 4), and the timing when the game ball wins at the start port The random number value is extracted at, and the extracted value is determined before the start of the variable display game with respect to the winning of the game ball to the starting opening (especially at the starting winning time), and when the determination result is a big hit, at that time In the variable display game corresponding to the stored start memory, there is known a game that continuously gives a jackpot notice (for example, see Patent Document 1).
In such a pachinko machine, the first variation display game or the second variation display game is performed in order to determine the jackpot, and the second variation display game is given priority over the first variation display game. Yes. In these variable display games, a start right is generated when a game ball wins a predetermined start opening, but the start right is stored up to a predetermined upper limit number. In order to make the player visually recognize the stored number, the display device of the game board is provided with a display area for starting memory of the first and second variable display games.
JP 2002-360859 A

  However, in the case of the above-mentioned pachinko machine, the decorative display of the display area of the start memory in the first and second variable display games is taken into account because the variable display of the symbols in the variable display game mainly jumps into the player's field of view. In general, the idea that there is no problem if the number of starting memories can be understood. In addition, although it has been considered to give the display area of the start memory a decorative property, the display units corresponding to the upper limit number of start memories for each of the first and second variable display games in a limited space in the display device, It was difficult to provide in a state with decorativeness.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine in which a display unit related to start-up memory is provided with a decorative property and an interesting production is possible.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
A variable display device capable of executing a variable display game that displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable manner based on winning of a game ball in the start winning area, and a control means for controlling the variable display game performed in the variable display device. Prepared,
The control means includes
The variable display game can be executed on the basis of the start winning storage means capable of storing the number of game balls won in the start winning area up to a predetermined number and the start storage stored in the start winning storage means. Game execution control means,
The start winning storage means is
First winning storage means capable of storing the number of winning game balls in the first starting winning area, and second winning storage means capable of storing the number of winning game balls in the second starting winning area. And
The game execution control means includes
The first execution control means for controlling the execution of the variable display game based on the start memory stored in the first prize storage means, and the variable display game based on the start memory stored in the second prize storage means. Second execution control means for performing execution control of
In a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state capable of giving a predetermined game value to a player when the result mode of the variable display game is a predetermined special result mode,
A decoration area arranged near the display area of the variable display device for decorating the effect of the variable display game;
In the decoration area,
A start memory stored in either the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means can be displayed, and a decoration start memory display section for decorating the effect of the variable display game is provided.
The control means includes
Priority execution control for executing control by the second execution control means in preference to control by the first execution control means when start memory is stored in the first prize storage means and the second prize storage means Means,
Specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state that facilitates winning of a game ball to the second start winning area from the first starting winning area based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
Game result preliminary determination means for determining in advance game result information corresponding to the start memory stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means;
Based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means, the advance notice control means for making a notice about the game result information;
With
The notice notification control means includes
When the specific game state is generated by the specific game state generation means, the start memory stored in the second winning storage means is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit,
When the specific game state is not generated by the specific game state generation means, the decoration start storage display unit displays the start memory stored in the first winning storage means,
Based on the determination result by the game result pre-determination means, the notice notification regarding the game result information is performed by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit.

According to the first aspect of the present invention, the decoration area is arranged in the vicinity of the display area of the variable display device for decorating the effect of the variable display game. Since the start memory stored in any of the two winning storage means can be displayed and the decoration start memory display section for decorating the effect of the variable display game is provided, the display area of the variable display device is not limited. The decoration start memory display unit can be suitably decorated.
Further, the advance notice control means can perform advance notice regarding the game result information by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means. As a result, the decoration start storage unit can display the number of start memories in accordance with the progress of the game, and an effective notification effect.

Here, the gaming machines include pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, bullet ball gaming machines such as sparrow ball gaming machines, and the like.
The variable display device may be a single device such as a liquid crystal display device or a CRT (cathode ray tube) display device, a display device in which these devices and a large number of light emitting elements are arranged, or a mechanical display using a rotating drum. A combination with a device or the like may be used, as long as an image displayable area is included.
The variable display game is a variable display device that displays a plurality of pieces of identification information (for example, characters, numbers, symbols, characters, etc. as symbols) in a variable manner.

The invention according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The notice notification control means includes
The start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit can be displayed in a plurality of display modes, and one of the plurality of display modes is selected based on a predetermined ratio, thereby relating to the game result information. It is characterized in that a notice notification is made.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit can be displayed in a plurality of display modes by the notice notification control means, and one of the plurality of display modes is displayed. Can be notified based on a predetermined ratio, so that a notice regarding game result information can be performed. Therefore, a more effective notification effect can be performed by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit. be able to.

The invention according to claim 3 is the gaming machine according to claim 2,
The notice notification control means includes
Notifying that the special result mode is derived by notifying the specific display mode among the plurality of display modes,
In the specific display mode, the start memory stored before the start memory to be notified or the timing at which the start memory to be notified is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit or the start memory to be notified is digested. It is derived at any timing.

  According to the third aspect of the invention, the notice notification control means informs that the special result form is derived by performing the notice notice in the specific display form among the plurality of display forms, and the specific display. The mode is derived at either the timing at which the start memory to be notified of the notice is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit or the timing at which the start memory stored before the start to be notified is digested. Therefore, a more effective notification effect can be performed by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit and the derivation timing of the display mode.

The invention according to claim 4 is the gaming machine according to claim 3,
The maximum number of winning prizes stored in the first winning memory means and the second winning memory means is set to the same number,
The decoration start memory display unit is composed of a plurality of hold display units set to the same number as the maximum winning memory number.

According to the fourth aspect of the present invention, the maximum number of winning prizes stored in the first winning memory means and the second winning memory means is set to the same number, and the decoration start memory display unit has the same number as the maximum winning memory number. Since it is composed of a plurality of set hold display sections, the first prize storage means and the second prize storage means do not need to have their own start-up storage display sections, but are also shared by the plurality of hold display sections. be able to.
Therefore, the decoration start memory display unit can be made compact.

The invention according to claim 5 is the gaming machine according to claim 4,
The notice notification control means includes
In the case where a notice is given when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize memory means or the second prize memory means, the start memory stored before the start memory that is the subject of the notice notice is stored. Based on the determination result of the game result pre-determining means, a notice is made on the condition that it is determined that no special result mode is derived and no reach mode is generated in the variable display game. It is characterized by that.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, when a notification is made when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means, the start memory that is the target of the notice notification is used. Based on the determination result of the game result prior determination means, it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the variable display game and the reach mode does not occur based on the start memory stored before. Since the notice notification can be performed on the condition, it is possible to effectively prevent the problem that the interest of the notice notice performed after the occurrence of the reach mode occurs before the notice notice occurs and effectively prevent the notice effect. It can be performed.

The invention according to claim 6 is the gaming machine according to claim 4,
The notice notification control means includes
In the case where a notification is made when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means, a start memory newly stored after the start memory that is a target of the notice notification However, on the condition that it is determined that a special result mode is generated in the variable display game based on the determination result of the game result prior determination means, the advance notification is also given to the newly stored start memory. It is characterized by performing.

According to the sixth aspect of the present invention, in the case where the notice notification control means performs the notice notice when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means, the notice notification is provided. On the condition that the newly stored start memory after the start memory that is the target of the game is determined to generate a special result mode in the variable display game based on the determination result of the game result prior determination means A notice of advance notice can be given to the newly stored start-up memory.
Accordingly, since it is possible to notify that a plurality of start memories that will lead to the special result mode are stored in the start memory, a more effective notification effect can be performed.

Invention of Claim 7 is a game machine as described in any one of Claims 1-6,
A normal probability mode in which the special result mode is derived with a predetermined probability and the lottery probability of whether or not the special result mode is to be derived is notified with the predetermined probability, and a probability higher than the predetermined probability The probability variation mode in which it is notified that the special result mode is derived and the lottery probability of whether or not the special result mode is derived is performed with the high probability, and the lottery of whether or not the special result mode is derived Comprising a mode control means for executing any one of a latent mode in which the probability is the predetermined probability or the non-notification so that the player cannot recognize whether the probability is the high probability,
The mode control unit is configured to change the latent mode to the probability variation mode when the preliminary notification is performed in a specific display mode by the preliminary notification control unit during execution of the latent mode.

  According to the seventh aspect of the present invention, when the advance notice notification is performed in the specific display mode by the advance notice control means during execution of the latent mode by the mode control means, the latent mode is changed to the probability variation mode. Therefore, the player can have an expectation that the latent mode shifts to the probability variation mode during the execution of the latent mode, and can play a more interesting game.

According to the present invention, the decoration area arranged near the display area of the variable display device for decorating the effect of the variable display game is provided. In the decoration area, the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means is provided. Since it is possible to display the start memory stored in any of the above and has a decoration start memory display unit for decorating the effect of the variable display game, the decoration start memory display is not limited to the display area of the variable display device. The decoration of a part can be performed suitably.
Further, the advance notice control means can perform advance notice regarding the game result information by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means. As a result, the decoration start storage unit can display the number of start memories in accordance with the progress of the game, and an effective notification effect.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Here, a pachinko gaming machine as a suitable example of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described.

<First Embodiment>
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the first embodiment is a game in which a game ball is fired (bulleted) into an internal game area 1 a, and a glass in the upper half of the front half thereof. A game board 1 constituting a game area 1a is installed on the back side of the board.

  The game board 1 includes a flat game board body 1b (made of wood or synthetic resin) serving as a mounting base for various members, and has a game area 1a surrounded by guide rails 2 on the front surface of the game board body 1b. ing. Further, front structural members 3, 3,... Are attached to the front surface of the game board main body 1b and outside the guide rail 2. Then, a game ball (hit ball; game medium) is launched from a launching device into a game area 1a surrounded by the guide rail 2 to play a game.

  At the approximate center of the game area 1a, a center case 20 is attached that forms a window 22 serving as a display area for the decorative special figure variation display game. Behind the window 22 formed in the center case 20 is arranged a display device 43 as a variable display device capable of executing a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information in a variable manner. The display device 43 includes, for example, a liquid crystal display, and is arranged so that a display portion 43 a whose display contents can be changed is visible from the front side of the game board 1 through the window portion 22 of the center case 20. . Note that the display device 43 is not limited to a device including a liquid crystal display, and may include a display such as an EL or a CRT.

  In addition, a normal start gate 4 is provided in the game area 1a, and when the game ball passes the general start gate 4, a normal variation display game is executed. Further, in the game area 1a, there are provided a first start winning opening 13 forming a first start winning area and a normal variable winning apparatus 7 forming a second start winning area. When the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, the first special figure variation display game is executed as an auxiliary game, and when the game ball wins the normal variation winning device 7, the second game is played as an auxiliary game. A special figure variation display game is executed.

  A gate SW4a (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general start gate 4 is provided in the general start gate 4. Then, when the game ball that has been driven into the game area 1a passes through the normal diagram start gate 4, a normal variation display game is performed. In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, When 7 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 4, if the number is less than the upper limit of the general figure start memory number, the normal figure start memory number is incremented by one and the normal figure start is started. One memory is stored. The start memory of the normal map display game is displayed on the general memory display 15 (the first general memory display 15a and the second general memory display 15b) having LEDs. .

  The general-purpose (ordinary symbol) variation display game is executed by the general-purpose display 5 constituting a state display 17 described later. In addition, you may make it display a common figure change display game in a part of display area of the display apparatus 43. In this case, for example, a number, a symbol, a character design etc. are used as an identification symbol, and this is changed for a predetermined time. After being displayed, it is performed by stopping display. If this stop display of the normal figure change display game becomes a special result mode, the open / close members 7a and 7a of the normal change winning device 7 are opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds). The Thereby, it becomes easy to win a game ball in the normal variation winning device 7, and it is easy to start the second special figure variation display game.

  A first special figure start opening SW13d (shown in FIG. 4) is provided inside the first start winning opening 13, and based on the detection of the game ball by the first special figure start opening SW13d, the first special figure start opening SW13d is provided. A start right to start a special figure variation display game is generated. In addition, a second special figure starting port SW7d (shown in FIG. 4) is provided inside the normal variation winning device 7, and based on the detection of the game ball by the second special figure starting port SW7d, an auxiliary game is provided. The right to start the second special figure variable display game is generated. The right to start the first special figure variation display game is stored as the first start memory within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). The first start memory is displayed on the first special figure memory display 18. The start right to start the second special figure variation display game is stored as the second start memory within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). The second start-up memory is displayed on the second special figure memory display 19.

  The normal variation winning device 7 includes a pair of left and right opening / closing members 7a, 7a that constitute a means for facilitating winning a prize, and is disposed below the first starting winning opening 13, and the opening / closing members 7a, 7a are normally used for game balls. Closed with an interval of about the diameter, that is, the game ball is in a difficult-to-win state (a disadvantage to the player), but the result of the usual variable display game is a predetermined stop display mode In such a case, the solenoid (Fuden SOL 7b, shown in FIG. 4) is opened in an inverted “C” shape so that the game ball can easily flow into the normal variation winning device 7 (advantageous for the player). To be changed to a new state).

  The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game as the auxiliary game are executed by the first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9 constituting the state display 17 described later. After a plurality of identification information is variably displayed, a predetermined result mode is stopped and displayed. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) are variably displayed on the display device 43 corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game is executed. ing. If the display form of the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 becomes a special result form (for example, “7”) as a result of the special figure variation display game, a big hit is obtained. Special gaming state (so-called big hit state). Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 43 is also a special result mode (for example, any one of the numbers in the flat order such as “7, 7, 7”). The first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9 may be separate displays or the same display, but a special figure change display game is displayed independently. In addition, the display device 43 may use different display devices and different display areas in the first special map fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, or use the same display device and display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed independently. In addition, the game machine may not be provided with the first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 43.

  Then, in a state where the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game can be started and the first start memory number and the second start memory number are 0, for example, the first start prize opening When the game ball wins in 13, the first start memory is stored with the generation of the start right, the first start memory number is incremented by 1, and the first special figure is immediately based on the first start memory. The variable display game is started, and at this time, the first start memory number is decremented by one. Further, in a state where the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game can be started and the first start memory number and the second start memory number are 0, for example, the normal fluctuation winning device 7 When the game ball wins, the second start memory is stored as the start right is generated, the second start memory number is incremented by 1, and the second special figure change is immediately made based on the second start memory. The display game is started, and at this time, the second start memory number is decremented by one.

  On the other hand, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game cannot be started immediately, for example, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed, and the special figure fluctuation display. If a game ball is won in the first start winning opening 13 when the game is not finished or in a special game state, if the first start memory number is less than the upper limit number (for example, less than four) The first start memory number is incremented by 1, and one first start memory is stored. Similarly, in this case, when a game ball wins the normal variation winning device 7, if the second start memory number is less than the upper limit number (for example, less than four), the second start memory number is incremented by 1 and the second start is started. One memory is stored.

  When the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is ready to start, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display is based on the first start memory or the second start memory. The game starts. At this time, the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not executed simultaneously, and the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure fluctuation display game. It is like that. That is, when there is a first start memory and a second start memory, and when the special figure fluctuation display game can be executed, the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed.

  In addition, the game area 1a has an attacker-type opening / closing door 10a that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the front side. The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display Depending on the result of the game, the special variable winning device 10 for converting from the closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) to the open state (a state advantageous to the player) depending on the result of the game, the gaming ball that did not win the winning port An out-hole 11 is provided for collecting the. In addition, the game area 1a is provided with general winning holes 12, 12,.

  The special variable winning device 10 includes a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an attacker-type opening / closing door 10a that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side tilts toward the front side. By converting the winning opening from the closed state to the opened state, the inflow of game balls into the large winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. The open / close door 10a is driven by, for example, a solenoid (a special prize opening SOL10b, shown in FIG. 4) as a driving device. In addition, a count SW 10c (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening is arranged inside the big prize opening (winning area).

  In addition, in each general winning opening 12 provided in the game area 1a, a winning opening SW 12a (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball entering the general winning opening 12 is arranged. The game balls that are driven into the game area 1a by starting the game are awarded to the general prize opening 12, 12,..., The normal variable prize winning device 7, the first start prize winning port 13, the special variable prize winning device 10, etc. When a prize is awarded to any of the mouths, a predetermined number of prize balls corresponding to the respective prize mouths are paid out by the payout control device 125 (shown in FIG. 4). The payout control device 125 is controlled under the control of the game control device 30 so that a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out.

  In addition, on the lower right of the front surface of the game board main body 1b and outside the guide rail 2, the game states of the ordinary map variation display game, the first special map variation display game, and the second special map variation display game are notified. A status indicator 17 is provided. As shown in FIG. 2 (1), the status display 17 includes a general map display 5 for displaying a general map change display game, and a first special map display 8 for displaying a first special map change display game. The second special figure display 9 for displaying the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the common figure memory display 15 for displaying the number of unprocessed times of the common figure fluctuation display game (the first special figure memory display 15a, the second 1st special figure memory display 18 (first special symbol 1 memory display 18a, second display) which displays the number of unprocessed times (first start memory) of the first special figure variation display game The special symbol 1 memory indicator 18b, the third special symbol 1 memory indicator 18c, the fourth special symbol 1 memory indicator 18d), and the number of unprocessed times (second start memory) of the second special symbol variable display game are displayed. Second special symbol memory indicator 19 (first special symbol two memory indicator 19a, second special symbol two memory indicator 9b, the third special symbol 2 memory display 19c, the fourth special symbol 2 memory display 19d), and whether the results of the first special symbol variation display game and the second special symbol variation display game are 2R big hit or 15R big hit Game state for notifying the game state of the round number display unit 25 (first round number display unit 25a, second round number display unit 25b), the first special figure variation display game, and the second special figure variation display game And a display 26 (a first game status indicator 26a, a second game status indicator 26b, and a third game status indicator 26c). It should be noted that the common figure memory display 15, the universal figure display 5, the first special figure display 8, the second special figure display 9, the first special figure storage display 18, the second special figure storage display 19, and the round The number indicator 25 and the game state indicator 26 are integrally provided as a segment LED.

  The universal map display 5 is an LED for displaying a universal map change display game. As shown in FIG. 2 (2), when the general map display 5 is blinking, the general map change display game is in a variable display. If the map display 5 is lit, the result of the map change display game is a win, and if the map display 5 is off, the map change display game This indicates that the result is out of place.

  The normal map memory display 15 (the first general map memory display 15a, the second general map memory display 15b) is an LED for displaying the number of unprocessed times of the normal map variable display game, and is shown in FIG. 2 (3). As described above, when the first common map memory display 15a and the second general map memory display 15b are both turned off, it indicates that the number of unprocessed times of the normal map variable display game is “0”. When the figure memory display 15a is turned on and the second map memory display 15b is turned off, it indicates that the number of unprocessed times in the map fluctuation display game is “1”, and the first map memory display 15a is displayed. When the second map memory display 15b is lit, it indicates that the unprocessed number of times of the normal map display game is “2”, the first map memory display 15a blinks and the second map memory display 15b flashes. When the figure memory display 15b is lit, the number of unprocessed times of the normal map display game is “3”. When both the first map memory display 15a and the second map memory display 15b are blinking, it indicates that the number of unprocessed times of the map variation display game is “4”. .

  The round number display 25 is an LED that displays whether the game result in the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is determined as 2R big hit or 15R big hit, as shown in FIG. As shown in the figure, when the first round number display 25a is turned on and the second round number display 25b is turned off, the game result of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is 2R big hit. If the first round number display 25a is turned off and the second round number display 25b is turned on, the game result of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is 15R big hit It is shown that.

The gaming state indicator 26 is an LED for notifying the gaming state of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game, and as shown in FIG. 2 (5), the second gaming state indicator 26b and When both of the third game state indicators 26c are turned off, the normal operation state (normal control state) in which the fluctuation control (fluctuation time) of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is preset. When the second gaming status indicator 26b is lit and the third gaming status indicator 26c is extinguished, it indicates that the operation time is shortened (shortened control status), and the second gaming status indicator When both 26b and the third gaming state indicator 26c are lit, the probability of winning a big hit in the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is set higher than the normal probability state where the predetermined probability is High probability Indicates that the (probability change state).
Also, as shown in FIG. 2 (6), when the first game state indicator 26a is lit, it is a big hit in the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game (the condition device is operating). When the first game state indicator 26a is turned off, it indicates that the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not in a big hit state (condition device not activated). ing.
Further, as shown in FIG. 2 (7), when both the second gaming state indicator 26b and the third gaming state indicator 26c are turned off, an error non-notification state is indicated, and the second gaming state indicator 26b is When the light is turned off and the third gaming state indicator 26c is lit, it indicates that an error notification is in progress. Specifically, when the gaming machine is turned on, it is determined to be in an error state when the probability of a big win in the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is in a high probability state. The third gaming state indicator 26c is turned on. The state in which the third game state indicator 26c is lit is continuously lit until the high probability state stops.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the center case 20 is provided with a decoration portion 24 as a decoration area for decorating the effect of the variable display game around the display portion 43a. More specifically, the decoration unit 24 includes an effect operating agent 50 that performs a predetermined effect operation based on a variable display game, and auxiliary effect agents 51, 51,... That perform an auxiliary effect in the predetermined effect operation. And a hold display unit 52 as a decoration start memory display unit capable of displaying the start memory number in the variable display game.

  The effect operation accessory 50 is provided in the upper center of the center case 20, and the effect operation accessory 50 is rotated by the driving force of the accessory drive motor 42 (shown in FIG. 4) and the front surface of the display unit 43a. It moves to the bottom so as to cover. In addition, the auxiliary directors 51, 51... Are arranged around the center case 20, respectively.

  The hold display unit 52 includes a first hold display unit 52a, a second hold display unit 52b, a third hold display unit 52c, and a fourth hold display unit 52d. It is arranged. The first hold display section 52a, the second hold display section 52b, the third hold display section 52c, and the fourth hold display section 52d are each made of a clear member, and the LED substrates 44 ( By turning on the discolored LED (not shown) in FIG. 4), through the first hold display unit 52a, the second hold display unit 52b, the third hold display unit 52c, and the fourth hold display unit 52d, This light emission is visible.

  In the decorative special symbol variation display game, the display unit 43a includes a first stop symbol display region 43a1 serving as a left symbol variation display region, a second stop symbol display region 43a2 serving as a right symbol variation display region, and a middle symbol. And a third stop symbol display area 43a3 that is a variable display area. In addition, the display unit 43a has a decoration special figure 1 hold display part 43a4 for displaying the number of reserved storages of the decoration special figure 1 variable display game, and a decoration special figure 2 variable display game at the lower right of the second stop symbol display area 43a2. And a special display 2 hold display unit 43a5 for displaying the number of reserved memories, and the number of reserved memories (for example, 0 to 4) can be displayed. Further, the display unit 43a has a special figure 1 state notification symbol 43a6 for notifying the gaming state of the decorative special figure 1 variable display game below the decorative special figure 1 hold display part 43a4 and the decorative special figure 2 hold display part 43a5, and The special figure 2 state notification symbol 43a7 for notifying the gaming state of the decorative special figure 2 variable display game is provided. For example, during the start of the decorative special figure 1 variable display game, the special figure 1 state notification symbol 43a6 flashes. In addition, during the start of the decorative special figure 2 variable display game, the special figure 2 state notification symbol 43a7 blinks.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 100 (game control device 30) of the present embodiment has a short-time operation state (specific game state, specific variable display game) as a game state based on a result form (satisfaction of a predetermined condition) of the special figure variable display game. ) Can be generated. At this time, the short operation state (specific game state, specific variation display game) is a state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is more likely to be an open state than the normal operation state. At this time, in the short operation state, the execution time of the above-mentioned general-purpose variable display game is controlled to be shorter than the long execution time in the normal operation state (for example, 10 seconds is 1 second). Control is performed so that the number of times the normally variable winning device 7 is opened is substantially increased. That is, the normal variation winning device 7 functions as a winning facilitating means capable of converting from a closed state in which a game ball is unacceptable to an open state in which a game ball is easily acceptable. Further, in the short-time operation state, when the normal variation winning game 7 is released as a result of winning the normal-variation display game, the release time is controlled to be longer than the short open time of the normal operation state. (For example, 0.3 seconds is 1.8 seconds). Also, in the short-time operation state, the normal variation winning device 7 is opened not more than once but multiple times (for example, two times) instead of once for the result of one hit of the normal variation display game. Further, in the short-time operation state, the probability that the hit result of the normal-variable display game is higher than the normal operation state is controlled. That is, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 7 is increased as compared with the normal operation state, and it becomes easier for a game ball to win the normal variation winning device 7 and the start of the second special figure variable display game is facilitated.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment can generate a probability variation state (a specific game state, a specific variation display game) as a game state based on the result form of the special figure variation display game. In this probability variation (probability variation) state (specific game state, specific variation display game), the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. It should be noted that the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation regardless of whether the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game results in the result mode of the special figure fluctuation display game. Both display games are in a probable state. In addition, the probability variation state and the short-time operation state can be generated independently, and both can be generated at the same time, or only one can be generated.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko gaming machine 100 includes a game control device 30 as a control means for controlling the special figure variation display game performed in the display device 43, and an effect control command from the game control device 30. And an effect control device 40 as effect control means for controlling the effect of the special figure variation display game on the display device 43.

  The game control device 30 includes a game one-chip microcomputer 31 including a CPU 31a, a ROM 31b, a RAM (RWM (Read Write Memory)) 31c, and the like, an input interface (input I / F) 32, and an output interface (output I / F). ) 33, an external communication terminal 34, and the like.

  In the gaming one-chip microcomputer 31, the internal CPU 31a includes a control unit and a calculation unit, and performs calculation control, and also generates various random numbers such as a jackpot determination random number for each special figure variable display game.

  In addition, when starting each special figure fluctuation display game (decoration special figure fluctuation display game) based on the start winning, the CPU 31a includes the fluctuation pattern of the special figure fluctuation display game, that is, the fluctuation display time of the identification information. Determine the fluctuation pattern and reach pattern (type of reach action).

  In the RAM 31 c inside the gaming one-chip microcomputer 31, an ON signal of a first special figure starting port SW 13 d provided in the first starting winning prize port 13 and a second special figure starting port SW 7 d provided in the normal variation winning prize device 7 is provided. And the like, a storage area for the various random numbers, a work area for the CPU 31a, and the like. In other words, the RAM 31c stores the winning game balls detected by the CPU 31a as the start winning prize, so that the game control device 30 determines the number of winning game balls won in the starting winning area. It functions as a start winning storage means capable of storing up to a predetermined number. More specifically, as the first winning storage means capable of storing the number of winning game balls to the first start winning opening 13, and the second winning number capable of storing the number of winning game balls to the normal variable winning device 7. Functions as a winning memory means.

A game control program and control data are written in the ROM 31b of the game one-chip microcomputer 31, and the occurrence of a big hit in each special figure variation display game is determined in accordance with the various random numbers described above. For this purpose, a jackpot determination value, a variation pattern (first half variation pattern, second half variation pattern), a reach pattern (reach action type) determination value, etc. are stored. Specifically, for example, in the ROM 31b, the latter half fluctuation pattern table corresponding to the game result ("big hit" or "out of game") of the special figure fluctuation display game, and the game result ("big hit" or The first half variation pattern table corresponding to the “loss”) is stored, and one second half variation pattern of the second half variation pattern table and one first variation pattern of the first half variation pattern table A variable time command table related to a variable time command (a continuous notice command, a continuous notice change command, a continuous notice switch command, a continuous notice end command, etc.) configured by a combination is stored.
Of the variation patterns, the first half variation pattern is a special feature performed in each of the variation display areas of the first stop symbol display area 43a1, the second stop symbol display area 43a2, and the third stop symbol display area 43a3, for example. In the figure variation display game, it means a variation display mode until the symbols in the variation display areas of the first stop symbol display area 43a1 and the second stop symbol display area 43a2 stop at the same symbol. This means a variation display mode after the symbols of the first stop symbol display area 43a1 and the second stop symbol display area 43a2 stop at the same symbol. That is, until the change display area of the first stop symbol display area 43a1 and the second stop symbol display area 43a2 stops at the same symbol and the third stop symbol display area 43a3 is still changing (reach state). The variation display mode is the first half variation pattern, and the variation display mode after the reach state occurs is the second half variation pattern. Of the variation patterns, the variation display mode of the first-half variation pattern and the second-half variation pattern is, for example, until the third stop symbol display area 43a3 that has been reached and the variation is in progress, or until the low-speed variation is started. The design may be changed as appropriate, such as the first half variation pattern and the subsequent variation display as the second half variation pattern.

  Further, the input interface 32 is connected to a first special figure starting port SW13d, a second special figure starting port SW7d, a winning port SW12a,..., A gate SW4a, a count SW10c, a glass frame opening SW146, through a low-pass filter and a buffer gate. A gaming machine frame release SW 121, a ball break SW 122, and the like are connected. The input interface 32 relays various signals input from these and outputs them to the gaming one-chip microcomputer 31. The glass frame opening SW 146 is for detecting that the clear member holding frame is opened, and the gaming machine frame opening SW 121 is for detecting that the front frame is opened. The ball break SW 122 is provided on a chute that guides the game ball supplied from the island facility to the discharge device, and detects that there is no game ball in the chute.

  In addition, various control signals output from the gaming one-chip microcomputer 31 are input to the output interface 33. These control signals are relayed by the output interface 33, and through the output port and driver (not shown), the first special figure display 8, the first special figure storage display 18, the second special figure display 9, 2 special figure memory display 19, universal map display 5, universal figure storage display 15, general electric power SOL7b, big prize opening SOL10b, external terminal board 16 connected to a management device outside the gaming machine, payout control device 125, It is output to the production control device 40.

  The effect control device 40 includes an arithmetic processing CPU 40a, a ROM 40b, a RAM 40c, a VDP (Video Display Processor) 40d, and the like, a communication interface (communication I / F) 40e, and an input / output interface (input / output I / F) 40f. ing. Further, an image ROM 40g storing image and video data, a sound ROM 40h storing sound data, and a sound LSI 40i for controlling sound output are provided.

  This effect control device 40 is based on various signals (effect control data (such as various commands)) received from the game control device 30 via the communication interface 40e (under the control of the game control device 30). Control is performed. The input / output interface 40f receives a detection signal from an effect button 41 (shown in FIG. 4) provided on the front surface of the gaming machine, and the effect control device 40 receives the detection signal. Based on the control (under the control of the game control device 30), the control of the game effect is performed.

  Furthermore, various control signals output from the CPU 40a are input to the input / output interface 40f, and these control signals are relayed by the input / output interface 40f, and the output of the movable effect device via an output port and a driver (not shown). It is output to various LED boards 44 provided with decoration LED provided in the accessory drive motor 42, the game board 1, and the clear member holding frame covering the front of the game board 1, and the production of the game is performed. ing. Of the control signals output from the CPU 40a, a control signal related to image control is output from the CPU 40a to the VDP 40d, and image data based on the control signal is output from the VDP 40d to the display device 43. Further, a control signal related to the control of sound is output from the CPU 40a to the sound LSI 40i, and sound data based on the control signal is output from the sound LSI 40i to the speaker 45.

  In addition, power is supplied to the game control device 30 from a power supply device (not shown), and power is also supplied to the other devices from the power supply device. In addition, the power supply device is equipped with a backup power supply to enable power supply even when the external power supply is interrupted, such as during a power failure, and is stored in the volatile memory of each control device during a power failure. The loss of recorded data is prevented.

In these control devices, the following game control is performed.
The game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30 extracts a random number value for hit determination of the usual figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate SW4a provided in the usual figure start gate 4, and stores it in the ROM 31b. Compared with the stored determination value, a process of determining whether or not the normal-game fluctuation display game is missed is performed. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the general symbol display 5, a process for displaying a general symbol variation display game to be stopped is performed. If the result of this normal map change display game is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the general map display 5 and the general electric power SOL 7b is operated to open and close the opening / closing members 7a, 7a of the normal variable winning device 7 for a predetermined time. The opening control is performed as described above (for example, for 0.5 seconds). In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of order, control is performed to display the result form of the shift on the general map display 5.

  Further, based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the first special figure start opening SW13d provided in the first start winning opening 13, the random number value for determining the big hit of the first special figure variation display game is extracted to the RAM 31c. Processing to be stored as the first start memory is performed. That is, the game control device 30 constitutes a first winning storage means for storing a winning of a game ball in the first starting winning opening (first starting winning area) 13 as a first start memory. Similarly, based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the second special figure starting port SW7d provided in the normal fluctuation winning device 7, a random number for determining the big hit of the second special figure variable display game is extracted to the RAM 31c. Processing to be stored as the second start memory is performed. That is, the game control device 30 constitutes a second winning storage means for storing the winning of the game ball to the normal variation winning device (second starting winning area) 7 as the second starting memory. Accordingly, the game control device 30 stores the winning prize of the game ball to the starting winning area (the first starting winning prize port 13, the normal variable winning prize device 7) up to a predetermined upper limit number as the starting memory for each winning. Make a means.

  In addition, when storing by the first start memory, the big hit determination random number value stored in the first start memory is compared with the determination value (win value) for the first special figure variation display game stored in the ROM 31b, A process of determining a missed hit of the first special figure variation display game is performed. Similarly, when storing by the second start memory, the big hit determination random number value stored in the second start memory is compared with the determination value (win value) for the second special figure variation display game stored in the ROM 31b. Then, a process of determining a miss of the second special figure variation display game is performed. Thereby, the game control device 30 determines in advance game result information corresponding to the start memory stored in the first prize storage means (game control apparatus 30) or the second prize storage means (game control apparatus 30). It functions as a result prior judgment means.

  Further, in the game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30, based on the start-up memory, the identification symbols are displayed on the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 in a varying manner and then stopped. Processing to display a special figure variation display game is performed. That is, the game control device 30 serves as a game execution control means capable of controlling the execution of the special figure variation display game based on the start-up memory. More specifically, as the first execution control means for controlling the execution of the first special figure fluctuation display game based on the first start memory, and the second special figure fluctuation display game based on the second start memory. It functions as a second execution control means for performing control.

  In addition, in the game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30, when the first start memory and the second start memory are stored, the execution control of the second special figure variable display game is executed. It is designed to execute in preference to execution control. That is, when the game control device 30 stores the start memory in the first start storage means (game control device 30) and the second start storage means (game control device 30), the second execution control means (game control) A priority execution control means for executing the control by the device 30) with priority over the control by the first execution control means (game control device 30).

  Then, in the game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, the special figure mode is displayed on the special figure display and a process for generating a special game state is performed. . In the process of generating the special game state, for example, the opening / closing door 10a of the special variable winning device 10 is opened by the special winning opening SOL10b, and control is performed so that the gaming ball can flow into the special winning opening. Then, a condition that either a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 1 second) elapses from the opening of the big prize opening is achieved. Opening the grand prize winning opening is defined as one round, and control (cycle game) is performed to continue (repeat) this for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times or 2 times). Thus, the pachinko gaming machine 100 functions as a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state that can give a predetermined gaming value to the player based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. When the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9 are controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

  Further, the game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30 executes a specific variation display game different from the special figure variation display game based on the establishment of the specific condition. Specifically, processing is performed to generate a specific gaming state (time-short operation state, probability changing state) in which the normal variation winning device 7 is converted to the open state more frequently than the normal state. That is, the game control device 30 wins a game ball in the second start winning area (ordinary variable winning apparatus 7) from the first start winning area (first start winning opening 13) based on the establishment of the predetermined condition. Specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state to be facilitated is provided.

  It should be noted that the value of the second special figure variation display game is given to the player in the special game state or after the special game state ends, rather than the first special figure variation display game. The value given to the player is high because, for example, the distribution ratio of the number of rounds in the special gaming state is advantageous to the player (the first special figure variable display game has an occurrence rate of 15R probability variation big hit: 40%, The 2R probability variable jackpot occurrence rate: 20%, 15R normal jackpot occurrence rate: 40%, while the second special figure fluctuation display game is 15R probability variation jackpot occurrence rate: 55%, 2R probability variation jackpot occurrence rate: 5%, 15R normal big hit occurrence rate: 40%). In addition to the fact that the number of rounds in the special gaming state is large (the number of prize balls that can be obtained by the player is large), the second special figure variation display game is more The probability of becoming higher may be increased. Further, the value in production may include a tendency to reach a reach state, a reach production that does not usually appear easily (a so-called super reach or a premier reach), and the like.

  In addition, the game one-chip microcomputer 31 of the game control device 30 is input from sensors (first special figure starting port SW13d, second special figure starting port SW7d, winning port SW12a, count SW10c) provided at various winning ports. Based on the detected game ball detection signal, the payout motor of the payout control device 125 is controlled so that a predetermined number of game balls are paid out.

  In addition to the start timing of the special figure variation display game, the game control device 30 determines the jackpot determination random number value stored in the first start memory or the second start memory, and the hit value (determination) stored in the ROM 31b. Value) and a process for determining whether or not a special result mode is derived in the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory for the start memory that has not yet executed the special figure fluctuation display game. It has become.

  In addition, in the effect control device 40, based on a command signal from the game control device 30 (change time command, change stop command, etc.), the display device 43 displays a decoration special figure change display game corresponding to the special figure change display game. Controls processing and effects.

  In FIG. 5, the state transition diagram for demonstrating the game state in the gaming machine of this embodiment was shown. In the normal state ST1 in which the normal probability (low probability) state is notified, for example, the player can recognize the normal probability state by the display mode on the display device 43. In the normal state ST1, when the result of the special figure variation display game is stopped in a big win mode (when the result is a special result), the game proceeds to the big win state ST2.

  The jackpot state ST2 is set when a special game state in which a predetermined game value can be given to the player is being executed. When the special gaming state is ended in the jackpot state ST2, and the jackpot that triggered the occurrence of the special gaming state is a probability variation mode (probability variation special result mode), the probability variation notification state ST3 at a predetermined rate. Then, the process shifts to any one of the latent states ST4. If the jackpot that triggered the occurrence of the special gaming state is the normal mode (normal special result mode), the process proceeds to the latent state ST4. In addition, when it will be in a high probability state, but will shift to the latent state ST4, the display mode of the probability variation mode is displayed on the special figure display, but in the decorative special figure variation display game executed on the display device 43, the player In such a case, a special result mode in which it is not known that a high probability state is obtained is displayed. Therefore, the player cannot know the high probability state when the latent state ST4 is entered.

  In the probability change notification state ST3 for notifying that the state is a high probability state, for example, the player can recognize that the state is a high probability state by the display mode on the display device 43. In the probability change notification state ST3, when the result of the special figure variation display game is stopped in a big win mode (when the result is a special result), the process shifts to the big win state ST2.

  In the latent state ST4, for example, the player can recognize that it is the latent state ST4 from the display mode on the display device 43, but information regarding the probability state is not notified, and the player cannot recognize the probability state. It is a state. In the latent state ST4, when the result of the special figure variation display game is stopped in a big win mode (when the result is a special result), the game proceeds to the big win state ST2. Further, in the latent state ST4, when a promotion condition to a predetermined probability change notification state ST3, which will be described later, is satisfied, or if the probability state is a high probability state, a specified number of special figure change display games (for example, 100 times) After the digestion, the process proceeds to the probability change notification state ST3. On the other hand, if the probability state is the normal probability state, the process proceeds to the normal state ST1 after digestion of the specified number of special-figure display games (for example, 100 times).

  Such notification state transition is selected and executed by the production control device 40. That is, the normal probability mode in which the effect control device 40 is informed that the special result mode is derived with a predetermined probability and the lottery probability for determining whether the special result mode is to be derived with the predetermined probability, and the predetermined probability The probability variation mode in which it is notified that the special result mode is derived with a higher probability and the lottery probability of whether or not the special result mode is derived with a high probability and the special result mode is determined or not. Mode control means is provided for executing any one of a hidden mode in which the probability is a predetermined probability or a high probability so that the player cannot recognize the probability.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment, the hold display unit 52 (a first hold display unit 52a, a second hold display unit 52b, a third hold display unit 52c, a second hold unit) disposed in a part of the decoration unit 24. In the 4-hold display section 52d), information on the result of the variable display game based on the start memory is displayed as a notice for each start memory together with the number of start memories. FIGS. 18A and 18B show an example of the start memory display on the display unit 43a and the hold display unit 52. FIG.

  In the case of FIG. 18 (1), the hold display unit 52 displays the number of start memories in the first special figure variation display game, and the first hold display unit 52a, the second hold display unit 52b, and the third hold display unit 52c. Is lit (white light emission display). That is, the number of start memories in the first special figure variation display game at this time is “3”. The number of start memories in the second special figure variation display game at this time is “1”. In addition, the decoration special figure 1 hold display part 43a4 of the display unit 43a is decorated so that the player can know which start memory number of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed. Compared to the special figure 2 hold display section 43a5, the display is emphasized (for example, displayed in a state in which the number of start memories “3” is enclosed). On the other hand, in the case of FIG. 18 (2), the hold display unit 52 displays the number of start memories in the second special figure variation display game, and the first hold display unit 52a, the second hold display unit 52b, and the third hold display. The unit 52c and the fourth hold display unit 52d are lit (the first hold display unit 52a, the second hold display unit 52b, and the fourth hold display unit 52d emit white light, and the third hold display unit 52c displays gradation light). ing. That is, the number of start memories in the second special figure variation display game at this time is “4”. The number of start memories in the first special figure variation display game at this time is “2”. In addition, the decoration special figure 2 hold display part 43a5 of the display unit 43a is decorated so that the player can know which start memory number of the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed. Compared to the special figure 1 hold display section 43a4, the display is emphasized (for example, displayed in a state of surrounding the number of start memories “4”).

  In addition, the hold display section 52 can notify that the probability variation jackpot is derived in the special figure variation display game. As shown in FIG. 17 (1), there are three types of display on the hold display section 52: white light emission display, red light emission display, and gradation light emission display. White light emission display, red light emission display, and gradation light emission display. In this order, the expectation for the probable big hit is set to be higher, and accordingly, the appearance rate increases in the order of gradation light emission display, red light emission display, and white light emission display. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (2), the first hold display unit 52a, the second hold display unit 52b, and the fourth hold display unit 52d perform white light emission display, and the third hold display unit 52c. In this case, gradation light emission is displayed, but at this time, the player has a low probability of winning the odds in the first, second, and fourth special figure variation display games, but the third special order is the third. It becomes possible to recognize that there is a high probability of being a promising big hit in the figure variation display game. Hereinafter, processing for performing display on the hold display unit 52 will be described.

  First, game control in the game control device 30 will be described. The game control mainly includes a main process and a timer interrupt process performed every predetermined time (for example, every 2 msec).

[Main processing]
In the main process, the entire program is controlled. As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the main process includes a process at the start of the program, a process for returning to the state at the time of the power failure, a process of the main loop, and a process at the time of the power failure.

  In the main processing, first, processing at the start of the program is performed. The process at the start of the program is initially performed as an initial setting, in which an interrupt is prohibited (step S1) and an interrupt vector is set (step S2). Further, processing for setting the stack pointer (step S3) is performed, and processing for setting the interrupt mode (step S4) is performed. Thereafter, processing for permitting access to the RAM (RWM) 31c (step S5) is performed, and processing for turning off all output ports (step S6) is performed.

  Next, the backup clear switch is checked. The RAM 31c of the game control device 30 is backed up by the backup power source of the power supply device. If the backup clear switch is ON when the power is turned on, the RAM 31c is initialized. . As a check of the backup clear switch, it is determined whether or not the backup clear switch is ON (step S7).

  If the backup clear switch is not ON (step S7; No) in the determination of whether or not the backup clear switch is ON (step S7), the power failure recovery determination is performed. As a determination of the power failure recovery, first, a process of checking the power failure inspection area (step S8) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the power failure is recovered (step S9).

  In the power outage inspection area, as will be described later, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 100 is cut off due to a power outage, power outage recovery inspection area check data is set (step S26). Inspection area check data is not stored. Therefore, by determining the presence or absence of this power failure recovery inspection area check data, it is possible to determine whether or not it is power failure recovery.

  In the determination of whether or not the power is restored (step S9), if the power is not restored (step S9; No), the RAM 31c to be used is cleared (step S18). In the determination of whether or not the power is restored (step S9), if the power is restored (step S9; Yes), it is determined whether or not the checksum is normal (step S10).

  In determining whether or not the checksum is normal (step S10), the backed up data in the RAM 31c and the check data are compared, and if both match, it is determined normal, and if they do not match, it is determined abnormal. Thereby, it is possible to determine whether the information stored in the RAM 31c is correctly backed up.

  In the determination of whether or not the checksum is normal (step S10), if the checksum is not normal (step S10; No), a process of clearing the RAM 31c to be used (step S14) is performed. Note that the case where the data in the RAM 31c and the check data do not match in this way includes, for example, the case where the data is destroyed due to an abnormal current or the like of a lightning strike, the case where the pachinko gaming machine 100 is first installed, Is considered to have exceeded the time available for backup. Further, it is conceivable that the RAM 31c is initialized because the connection between the power supply device and the game control device 30 is cut off for some reason and the backup power is not supplied. Furthermore, since the illegal game control device 30 is often not backed up in the RAM 31c, it is conceivable that the illegal game control device 30 is attached.

  In the determination of whether or not the checksum is normal (step S10), if the checksum is normal (step S10; Yes), processing for returning to the state at the time of the power failure is performed.

  As processing for returning to the state at the time of the occurrence of a power failure, first, processing for setting an initial value at the time of power failure recovery (step S11) is performed in the RAM 31c. Furthermore, after performing the process (step S12) which clears the area | region concerning the state of a game frame, the process (step S13) which transmits a power failure recovery command is performed. Then, a process for starting the interrupt timer (step S17) is performed.

  If the backup clear switch is ON (step S7; Yes) in the determination of whether or not the backup clear switch is ON (step S7), initialization processing at power-on is performed as main loop processing.

  As an initialization process at the time of power-on, first, a process of clearing the RAM 31c to be used (step S14) is performed, and a process of saving an initial value at the time of power-on to the RAM 31c (step S15). Further, a process for transmitting a power-on command (step S16) is performed. Then, a process for starting the interrupt timer (step S17) is performed.

  Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop process, first, a process for starting an interrupt timer (step S17) is performed to start a CTC (counter timer circuit). Next, a process for prohibiting interruption (step S18) is performed, a process for updating the initial random number by the initial value random number update process (step S19), and a process for permitting interruption (step S20) are performed.

  And the process (step S21) which checks the power failure inspection area | region of RAM31c is performed, and it is determined whether the power failure generate | occur | produced (step S22). In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine is shut off due to a power failure as described later (step S26), and no check data is stored in the normal time. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data.

  In the determination of whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S22), if a power failure has not occurred (step S22; No), the process returns to the process for prohibiting the above-described interruption (step S18). If not, the process for prohibiting interruption (step S18) repeatedly determines whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S22).

  When a power failure occurs in the determination of whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S22) (step S22; Yes), processing is performed when the power failure occurs. Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power supply supplies power capable of executing the following processing when the power failure occurs.

  In the process at the time of the occurrence of a power failure, first, a process for prohibiting interruption (step S23) is performed. Then, processing for turning off all output ports (step S24) is performed, and processing for clearing the power failure inspection area (step S25) is performed. Further, after performing the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area (step S26), the process of calculating the checksum when the power of the RAM 31c is turned off (step S27) is performed to access the RAM 31c. A prohibition process (step S28) is performed to wait for power-off of the gaming machine. Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 31c before the power interruption is correctly backed up. Can be determined at power-on.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 8, in this timer interrupt process, first, a process of saving the register data (step a) is performed. Next, various sensors (first special figure starting port SW13d, second special figure starting port SW7d, gate SW4a, winning port SW12a, 12a,..., Count SW10c, glass frame opening SW146, gaming machine frame opening SW121, out of ball SW122 , Etc.) is processed to perform input processing (step b). Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step c) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening SOL10b, ordinary power SOL7b) is performed.

  Next, command transmission processing (step d) for outputting commands set in the transmission buffer in various processing to various control devices is performed. Then, a jackpot random number for determining the hit loss of the special figure variation display game, a jackpot symbol random number for determining the jackpot symbol of the special figure fluctuation display game, a hit random number for determining the hit loss of the normal figure fluctuation display game Random number update process 1 (step e) is performed.

  Next, a winning opening switch monitoring process for monitoring whether or not a signal is input from the gate SW4a, winning openings SW12a, 12a,... (Whether or not a signal indicating detection of a game ball is input), and An error monitoring process (step f) for monitoring signals and errors, a special figure game process (step g) for performing a process related to the special figure fluctuation display game, and a normal figure game process (step f) for performing a process related to the general figure fluctuation display game h).

  Next, a segment LED editing process (step i) is performed, which is provided in the game board 1 and performs a process related to the status indicator 17 for displaying various information related to the game. Then, an external information editing process (step j) is performed in which a signal to be output to the external management apparatus is set in the output buffer. Next, processing for declaring the end of interrupt (step k) is performed, processing for restoring the saved register data (step l) is performed, processing for enabling interrupt (step m) is performed, and timer interrupt processing is performed. finish.

[Special Figure Game Processing]
Next, details of the special game process in the timer interrupt process described above will be described.
In the special figure game process, the input of the first special figure start port SW13d and the second special figure start port SW7d is monitored, the whole process related to the special figure variation display game is controlled, and the special figure display is set. As shown in FIG. 9, in the special figure game process, first, a monitoring process (step g1) of the second special figure start port SW7d is performed. In the monitoring process (step g1) of the second special figure start port SW7d, when a game ball is won in the normal variation winning device 7, various random numbers (such as jackpot random numbers) are extracted, and the special figure fluctuation based on the winning is obtained. Prior to the start of the display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which a game result based on a prize is determined in advance. The details of the monitoring process (step g1) of the second special figure starting port SW7d will be described later.

  Next, a monitoring process (step g2) of the first special figure starting port SW13d is performed. In the monitoring process (step g2) of the first special figure starting port SW13d, when a game ball is won at the first starting winning port 13, various random numbers (such as jackpot random numbers) are extracted, and the special figure based on the winning is obtained. Prior to the start of the variable display game, a game result preliminary determination is performed in which a game result based on a winning is determined in advance. Details of the monitoring process (step g2) of the first special figure starting port SW13d will be described later.

  Next, a count switch monitoring process (step g3) is performed. In the count switch monitoring process (step g3), a process of monitoring the count number of the count SW 10c provided in the special variable winning device 10 is performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the game process timer has expired (step g4). In the determination of whether or not the game process timer has expired (step g4), if the game process timer has expired (step g4; Yes), a process of obtaining a game process number (step g5) is performed. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the game process timer has expired (step g4), if the game process timer has not expired (step g4; No), the process proceeds to step g16 and the game process timer is updated. The special figure variation control process (step g16) is performed, and the special figure game process is terminated.

  Next, in the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “0”, if there is a first start memory or a second start memory, the corresponding special symbol change start setting or When there is no first start memory or second start memory, setting of the customer waiting demonstration screen, further determination of the latter half variation pattern group of the special figure variation display game based on the variation pattern determination random number 1, Based on the random number 2 for determining the fluctuation pattern, a special figure routine process (step g6) for determining the latter half fluctuation pattern of the special figure fluctuation display game is performed, and a table data saving process (step g15) is performed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  In the process of obtaining the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “1”, the variation pattern determining random number 3 is extracted, and the special figure variation display is performed based on the variation pattern determining random number 3. Special figure variation start processing 2 for determining the first half variation pattern of the game, shifting the save area of random numbers, setting the decoration special figure fluctuation pattern command, setting the decoration special figure command, setting the decoration special figure start memory number command, etc. (Step g7) is performed, and a table data saving process (Step g15) is performed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  Further, in the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), when the acquired number is “2”, the second half change is performed after the elapse of the change time specified by the first half change pattern during the execution of the special figure change display game. A special figure change start process 3 (step g8) is performed in which the value of the change time of the latter half change pattern stored in the time save area is set in the game process timer, and a table data save process (step g15) is executed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  In the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “3”, a command (variation stop command) for instructing to stop the variation of the decorative special figure variation display game performed on the display unit 43a. And a special figure changing process (step g9) for setting a symbol stop display time, and a table data saving process (step g15). Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  Also, in the process of acquiring the game processing number (step g5), if the acquired number is “4”, the type of jackpot (2R jackpot or15R jackpot, probability variable jackpot or or A special chart display process (step g10) for setting a fanfare command according to the normal jackpot) and a fanfare time setting according to the winning opening opening pattern (2R jackpot or 15R jackpot) is performed, and the table data saving process (step g15) is performed. )I do. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  Further, in the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “5”, the fanfare / interval process (step g11) is performed to update the number of times of opening the big prize opening, and the table data Save processing (step g15) is performed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  In the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “6”, an interval command is set if the big hit round is not the final round, and if the big round is the final round, the command on the big hit end screen is displayed. A special winning opening open process (step g12) for performing a setting process and the like is performed, and a table data saving process (step g15) is performed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  In the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), when the acquired number is “7”, if the big hit round is the final round, a time for discharging the remaining balls in the big winning opening is set. The winning prize remaining ball processing (step g13) is performed, and the table data saving processing (step g15) is performed. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

  In the process of acquiring the game process number (step g5), if the acquired number is “8”, the probability state is a high probability as information necessary for performing the special figure routine process (step g6). If the probability is low, the special figure normal action setting table for high probability is set. If the probability is low, the special figure normal action setting table for low probability is set (step g14), and the table data saving process (step g15) is performed. I do. Then, a special figure variation control process (step g16) for updating the game process timer is performed, and the special figure game process is ended.

[Starting port 2SW monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port 2SW monitoring process in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, in the start port 2SW monitoring process, first, it is determined (g101) whether or not the normal variation winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is operating (during electric support).

  If it is determined whether or not the normal variation winning device 7 is in operation (g101), the normal variation winning device 7 is in operation (g101; Yes), the process proceeds to step g103. On the other hand, in the determination (g101) of whether or not the normally variable winning device 7 is in operation, if the ordinary variable winning device 7 is not in operation (g101; No), the number of illegal winnings to the ordinary variable winning device 7 is It is determined whether or not the upper limit value is exceeded (g102).

  In the determination of whether or not the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 7 exceeds the upper limit (g102), the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 7 exceeds the upper limit (g102; Yes) Ends the start port 2SW monitoring process. On the other hand, when it is determined whether or not the number of illegal winnings to the normally variable winning device 7 exceeds the upper limit (g102), the number of illegal winnings to the ordinary variable winning device 7 does not exceed the upper limit (g102; No) makes a determination (step g103) as to whether or not there is a start winning to the normal variation winning device (second special figure starting port) 7. Whether or not the normal variation winning device 7 has a start winning (step g103) is determined by the presence or absence of a game ball detection signal output from the second special figure starting port SW7d.

  In the determination of whether or not there is a start winning for the normal variation winning device 7 (step g103), when there is no starting winning (step g103; No), the start port 2SW monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not there is a start winning to the ordinary variable winning device 7 (step g103), if there is a starting winning (step g103; Yes), the second start stored number (special figure 2 hold number) is set. The acquisition process (step g104) is performed, and it is determined (step g105) whether or not the second start memory number (special figure 2 hold number) is 4 or more.

  In the determination of whether or not the second start memory number is 4 or more (step g105), if the second start memory number is 4 or more (step g105; Yes), that is, the upper limit value of the second start memory number Is exceeded, the start port 2SW monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the second start memory number is 4 or more (step g105), if the second start memory number is not 4 or more (step g105; No), the second start memory number is incremented by one. Processing (step g106) is performed.

  Next, a process of extracting the jackpot random number (step g107), a process of extracting the jackpot symbol random number 2 (step g108), and a process of extracting the variation pattern determining random number 1 (step g109) are performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the gaming state at this time is a big hit (step g110). In the determination of whether or not this gaming state is a big hit (step g110), if the gaming state is a big hit (step g110; Yes), the process proceeds to step g124. On the other hand, if it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a big hit (step g110), if the gaming state is not a big hit (step g110; No), whether or not continuous notice is being executed in the variable display game. (Step g111).

  When it is determined whether or not the continuous notice is being executed (step g111), if the continuous notice is being executed (step g111; Yes), the process proceeds to step g124. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the continuous notice is being executed (step g111), if the continuous notice is not being executed (step g111; No), it is determined whether or not there is no continuous notice information in the second start memory. Determination (step g112) is performed.

  When it is determined whether or not there is no continuous notice information in the second start memory (step g112), if there is no continuous notice information in the second start memory (step g112; Yes), the process proceeds to step g124. On the other hand, when it is determined whether there is no continuous notice information in the second start memory (step g112), if there is no continuous notice information in the second start memory (step g112; No), the jackpot extracted in step g107. It is determined whether or not the random number matches the determination value (hit value), that is, whether it is a big hit (step g113).

  In the determination of whether or not the jackpot random number matches the determination value (winning value) (step g113), if the jackpot random number matches the determination value (winning value) (step g113; Yes), the information without continuous notice is displayed. A setting process (step g114) is performed, and a process of confirming the value of jackpot symbol random number 2 (step g115) is performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 confirmed in step g115 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g116). In determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g116), when the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g116; Yes), that is, In the case of a probable big hit, a process (step g117) for setting the production prior determination command 1 is performed, and the process proceeds to step g120. Here, the effect predetermination command is a command transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 as a result of the effect predetermination, and as shown in FIG. 14, in this case, from the game control device 30 to the effect control device. When the second start memory hold number command is transmitted to 40, the game pre-determination command 1 is instructed from the game control device 30 to instruct that the memory held in the second start memory is “big win / probable change winning”. It is transmitted to the control device 40.

  Next, a process of clearing the continuous no-notice information (step g120) is performed, a process of setting a decoration special figure 2 hold number command (step g129) is performed, and the start port 2SW monitoring process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when determining whether or not the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the probable variation symbol determination value (step g116), if the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is not within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g116; No) ) Determines whether or not the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g118). In determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g118), when the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g118; Yes), that is, In the case of a normal jackpot, processing (step g119) for setting the production prior determination command 2 is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the second start memory hold number command is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40, the memory held in the second start memory is the “big hit / probability non-winning”. The effect pre-determination command 2 for instructing that is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40. Then, the process proceeds to step g120. On the other hand, when determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g118), if the value of the jackpot symbol random number 2 is not within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g118; No) That is, in the case of a small hit, the process proceeds to step g129.

Further, in the determination of whether or not the big hit random number matches the determination value (hit value) (step g113), if the big hit random number does not match the determination value (hit value) (step g113; No), it is extracted in step g109. The process of confirming the value of the changed variation pattern determining random number 1 is performed (step g121), and it is determined whether or not the value of the variation pattern determining random number 1 matches the special (SP) reach fixed value (step g122). I do.
Here, the determination table of the variation pattern determination random number 1 is set so that the reach occurrence rate decreases as the number of reserved memories increases. For example, the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 is 10. When the range of reach occurrence values when the number of reserved storage is one is 7-12, reach occurs, but the range of reach occurrence values when the number of reserved storage is three is 7-9. In this case, reach does not occur even with the same random value.
Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the value (reach fixed value (“7” in the above example)) that causes a reach even if a change in the number of reserved memories occurs. In particular, it is determined whether or not the reach determination value matches the determination value of the special (SP) reach that has a higher expectation level that the big hit is generated than the normal (N) reach.

  In determining whether or not the value of the variation pattern determining random number 1 matches the special (SP) reach determined value (step g122), the value of the variation pattern determining random number 1 matches the SP (special) reach determined value. In the case (step g122; Yes), a process (step g123) for setting the production prior determination command 3 is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the second start memory hold number command is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40, the memory held in the second start memory is “execution / SP reach execution”. The effect pre-determination command 3 for instructing this is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40. Then, control goes to a step g129. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the special (SP) reach confirmation value (step g122), the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 becomes the SP (special) reach determination value. If they do not match (step g122; No), it is determined whether or not the gaming state at this time is a big hit (step g124).

  In the determination of whether or not this gaming state is a jackpot (step g124), if the gaming state is a jackpot (step g124; Yes), a process (step g128) for setting information without continuous notice is performed, Control goes to step g129. On the other hand, if it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a jackpot (step g124), if the gaming state is not a jackpot (step g124; No), the jackpot random number extracted in step g107 is the judgment value (hit value). Is determined, i.e., whether it is a big hit (step g125).

  In the determination of whether or not the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g125), if the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g125; Yes), the information without continuous notice is displayed. A setting process (step g128) is performed, and the process proceeds to step g129. On the other hand, if the jackpot random number does not match the judgment value (hit value) in the determination whether the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g125) (step g125; No), the process proceeds to step g109. Processing for confirming the value of the extracted random number 1 for variation pattern determination (step g126) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the value of the random number 1 for variation pattern determination matches the fixed value without reach (step g127). .

In the determination of whether or not the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the fixed value without reach (step g127), when the value of the random number 1 for variation pattern matches the fixed value without reach (step g127; Yes) ) Proceeds to step g129. On the other hand, when it is determined whether or not the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the fixed value without reach (step g127), the value of the random pattern determination random number 1 does not match the fixed value without reach (step g127). No) shifts to step g128.
Note that, as shown in FIG. 14, when instructing that the memory held in the second start memory is “no detachment / continuous notice”, the game control device 30 sends the second start memory to the effect control device 40. Since the “effect predetermination command” is not transmitted when transmitting the hold number command, it is instructed that the memory held in the second start-up memory is “no detachment / continuous notice” as a result.

  As a result, the game control device 30 serves as a game result preliminary determination unit that determines in advance game result information corresponding to the start-up memory stored in the second prize storage unit (game control device 30).

[Start 1SW monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port 1SW monitoring process in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIGS. 12 and 13, in the start port 1 SW monitoring process, first, it is determined whether or not there is a start winning for the first start winning port 13 (step g 201). Whether or not there is a start winning in the first start winning opening 13 (step g201) is determined by the presence or absence of the detection signal of the game ball output from the first special figure starting opening SW13d.

  In the determination of whether or not there is a start winning in the first start winning opening 13 (step g201), when there is no starting winning (step g201; No), the start opening 1SW monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not there is a start winning in the first start winning opening 13 (step g201), if there is a start winning (step g201; Yes), the first start memorized number (special figure 1 hold number) Is acquired (step g202), and it is determined whether or not the first start memory number (special figure 2 hold number) is 4 or more (step g203).

  In the determination of whether or not the first start memory number is 4 or more (step g203), if the first start memory number is 4 or more (step g203; Yes), that is, the upper limit value of the first start memory number Is exceeded, the start port 1SW monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the first start memory number is 4 or more (step g203), if the first start memory number is not 4 or more (step g203; No), the first start memory number is incremented by one. Processing (step g204) is performed.

  Next, a process of extracting the jackpot random number (step g205), a process of extracting the jackpot symbol random number 1 (step g206), and a process of extracting the fluctuation pattern determining random number 1 (step g207) are performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the gaming state at this time is a big hit (step g208). In the determination of whether or not this gaming state is a big hit (step g208), if the gaming state is a big hit (step g208; Yes), the process proceeds to step g223. On the other hand, if it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a big hit (step g208), if the gaming state is not a big hit (step g208; No), whether or not continuous notice is being executed in the variable display game. (Step g209).

  When it is determined whether or not the continuous notice is being executed (step g209), if the continuous notice is being executed (step g209; Yes), the process proceeds to step g223. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the continuous notice is being executed (step g209), when the continuous notice is not being executed (step g209; No), the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended. It is determined whether or not it has been made (step g210).

  In the determination of whether or not the normally variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step g210), when the ordinary variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is extended and opened (step g210). g210; Yes) proceeds to step g223. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step g210), the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is not extended and extended. In (step g210; No), it is determined whether or not there is no continuous notice information in the first startup memory (step g211).

  When it is determined whether or not there is no continuous notice information in the first start memory (step g211), if there is no continuous notice information in the first start memory (step g211; Yes), the process proceeds to step g223. On the other hand, when it is determined whether or not there is no continuous notice information in the first start memory (step g211), if there is no continuous notice information in the first start memory (step g211; No), the jackpot extracted in step g205. It is determined whether the random number matches the determination value (hit value), that is, whether or not it is a big win (step g212).

  In the determination of whether or not the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g212), if the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g212; Yes), the information without continuous notice is displayed. A setting process (step g213) is performed, and a process of confirming the value of jackpot symbol random number 1 (step g214) is performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 confirmed in step g214 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g215). In determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g215), when the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g215; Yes), that is, In the case of a probable big hit, processing (step g216) for setting the production prior determination command 1 is performed, and as shown in FIG. 14, in this case, the number of the first start memory held from the game control device 30 to the production control device 40 When the command is transmitted, an effect pre-determination command 1 is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 instructing that the memory held in the first start memory is “big hit / probable winning”. Become. Then, control goes to a step g219.

  Next, a process of clearing the no-continuous notice information (step g219) is performed, a process of setting a decoration special figure 2 hold number command (step g229) is performed, and the start port 1SW monitoring process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when determining whether or not the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g215), if the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is not within the range of the probability variation symbol determination value (step g215; No) ) Determines whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g217). In determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g217), when the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g217; Yes), that is, In the case of a normal jackpot, processing (step g218) for setting the production prior determination command 2 is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, when the hold number command of the first start memory is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40, the memory held in the first start memory is the “big hit / probability non-winning” The effect pre-determination command 2 for instructing that is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40. Then, control goes to a step g219. On the other hand, when determining whether the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g217), if the value of the jackpot symbol random number 1 is not within the range of the normal symbol determination value (step g217; No) That is, in the case of a small hit, the process proceeds to step g229.

  Further, in the determination as to whether or not the jackpot random number matches with the judgment value (hit value) (step g212), if the jackpot random number does not match the judgment value (hit value) (step g212; No), it is extracted at step g207. The process of confirming the value of the changed random number 1 for determining the variation pattern is performed (step g220), and it is determined whether or not the value of the random number 1 for determining the variation pattern matches the special (SP) reach fixed value (step g221). I do.

  In determining whether or not the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the special (SP) reach confirmation value (step g221), the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the SP (special) reach determination value. In the case (step g221; Yes), a process (step g222) for setting the production prior determination command 3 is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 14, an effect pre-determination command 3 is transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 instructing that the memory reserved in the first start memory is “outgoing / SP reach execution”. The Rukoto. Then, control goes to a step g229. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the value of the fluctuation pattern determination random number 1 matches the special (SP) reach confirmation value (step g221), the value of the fluctuation pattern determination random number 1 becomes the SP (special) reach determination value. If they do not match (step g221; No), it is determined whether or not the gaming state at this time is a jackpot (step g223).

  In the determination of whether or not this gaming state is a big hit (step g223), if the gaming state is a big hit (step g223; Yes), a process for setting continuous no-notification information (step g228) is performed. Control goes to step g229. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not this gaming state is a big hit (step g223), if the gaming state is not a big hit (step g223; No), the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended. It is determined whether or not (step g224).

  In the determination of whether or not the normally variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step g224), when the ordinary variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step g224). g224; Yes) performs processing (step g228) for setting the continuous no-notice information, and proceeds to step g229. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the normally variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step g224), the ordinary variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is not opened and extended. (Step g224; No) determines whether or not the jackpot random number extracted in Step g205 matches the judgment value (hit value), that is, whether or not it is a jackpot (Step g225).

  In the determination of whether or not the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g225), when the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g225; Yes), the information without continuous notice is displayed. A setting process (step g228) is performed, and the process proceeds to step g229. On the other hand, if it is determined whether or not the jackpot random number matches the judgment value (hit value) (step g225), if the jackpot random number does not match the judgment value (hit value) (step g225; No), the process proceeds to step g207. A process of confirming the value of the extracted random number 1 for variation pattern determination (step g226) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the value of the random number 1 for variation pattern determination matches the reachless fixed value (step g227). .

In the determination of whether or not the value of the variation pattern determination random number 1 matches the fixed value without reach (step g227), when the value of the random number 1 for change pattern determination matches the fixed value without reach (step g227; Yes) ) Proceeds to step g229. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the value of the variation pattern determining random number 1 matches the fixed value without reach (step g227), when the value of the random number 1 for changing pattern does not match the fixed value without reach (step g227). No) moves to step g228.
As shown in FIG. 14, when instructing that the memory held in the first start memory is “no detachment / continuous notice”, the game control device 30 sends the first start memory to the effect control device 40. Since the “effect predetermination command” is not transmitted when transmitting the hold number command, it is instructed that the memory held in the second start-up memory is “no detachment / continuous notice” as a result.

  Thereby, the game control device 30 serves as a game result preliminary determination unit that determines in advance game result information corresponding to the start memory stored in the first prize storage unit (game control device 30).

[Decoration display control processing]
Next, the decoration hold display control process by the effect control device 40 will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, in this decoration hold display control process, first, it is determined whether or not the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 has been opened and extended (step S <b> 101).

  In the determination as to whether or not the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended (step S101), when the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is extended (step S101). S101; Yes) performs a process (step S102) of setting the special figure 2 reserved storage area in the target storage area of the decoration hold display, while the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is being opened and extended. The process (step S103) which acquires the number of change display games digested in step S103 is performed. At this time, if the number of remaining games is less than or equal to a predetermined number while the normal variation winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 is opened and extended from the digested number of variation display games, If the number of games cannot be acquired, the continuous notice prohibition state is set. On the other hand, when it is determined whether or not the normal variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory) 7 has been opened and extended (step S101), the normal variable winning device (normal electric accessory) 7 has not been opened and extended. (Step S101; No) performs processing (Step S104) of setting the special figure 1 reserved storage area to the target storage area of the decoration hold display.

  Next, a process of displaying the storage number of the target storage area on the hold display unit (decoration hold display unit) 52 (step S105) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the continuous notice prohibition state is set (step S106). Specifically, when the special figure 1 reserved storage area is set as the decoration storage display target storage area, as shown in FIG. 18 (1), the first start storage number “3” is set. It will be displayed on the hold display section 52. On the other hand, when the special figure 2 reserved storage area is set in the decoration storage display target storage area, as shown in FIG. 18 (2), the second start storage number “4” is set to the hold display section. 52 is displayed.

  In the determination of whether or not it is the continuous notice prohibition state (step S106), when it is the continuous notice prohibition state (step S106; Yes), the decoration hold display control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is not in the continuous notice prohibition state (step S106; No) in the determination as to whether or not it is in the continuous notice prohibition state (step S106), it is determined whether or not the production prior determination command has been received (step S107). I do.

  In the determination as to whether or not this effect prior determination command has been received (step S107), if the effect prior determination command has not been received (step S107; No), the decoration hold display control process ends. On the other hand, in the determination as to whether or not the effect prior determination command has been received (step S107), if the effect prior determination command has been received (step S107; Yes), a process of extracting continuous notice execution determination random numbers (step S108). And a comparison determination process (step S109) with the continuous notice execution determination table. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 16, the continuous notice execution determination table includes a table (see FIG. 16 (1)) in the low probability fixed mode (normal state) and a probability non-notification mode (latent state ( (Latent mode))) (see FIG. 16 (2)) and high probability determination mode (probability change notification state) table (see FIG. 16 (3)). The occurrence rate of the continuous notice corresponding to the production advance determination command (the production advance determination command 1, the production advance determination command 2, the production advance determination command 3) is set. In step S108, one table is selected from the three types of tables in accordance with the gaming state when the continuous notice execution determination random number is extracted. For example, when the low probability determination mode is selected, if the production prior determination command 1 is received at this time, the occurrence probability of the continuous notice is “30.00%”.

  Next, it is determined (step S110) whether or not the continuous notice is executed based on the comparison determination result in step S109. In the determination of whether or not to execute the continuous notice (step S110), when the continuous notice is not executed (step S110; No), the decoration hold display control process is terminated. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not to execute the continuous notice (step S110), when the continuous notice is executed (step S110; Yes), a process of extracting the decoration hold display color selection random number is performed (step S111). The decoration hold display color is a light emission color when the hold display unit 52 emits light. For example, as shown in FIG. 17 (1), there are three types of white, red, and gradation. It is possible to notify the player of the expected degree of probability variation jackpot according to the hold display color.

  Next, a comparison determination process (step S112) is performed between the decoration hold display color selection random number extracted in step S111 and the decoration hold display color selection table. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (2), this decoration hold display color selection table is used for the effect advance determination command (the effect advance determination command 1, the effect advance determination command 2, the effect advance determination command 3). Corresponding decoration hold emission color distribution ratio is set. More specifically, when the received production prior determination command is “production prior determination command 1”, the distribution ratio is gradation light emission “40.00%”, red light emission “35.00%”, and white light emission “25.00%”. Yes. Further, when the received effect advance determination command is “effect advance determination command 2”, the distribution ratio is gradation light emission “0.00%”, red light emission “20.00%”, and white light emission “80.00%”. When the received effect advance determination command is “effect advance determination command 3”, the distribution ratios of gradation light emission “0.00%”, red light emission “10.00%”, and white light emission “90.00%” are obtained.

  Next, the decoration hold display color and the light emission timing are determined based on the comparison determination result in step S113, the determination information is set (step S114), and the decoration hold display control process is terminated. Specifically, if the decoration hold display color selection random number extracted in step S111 is a value within the range of the gradation determination value, gradation light emission is determined, and the decoration hold display color selection random number is a value within the range of the red determination value. If so, red light emission is determined, and if the decoration hold display color selection random number is a value within the range of the white determination value, white light emission is determined. Further, when red light emission and white light emission are determined, the light emission timing is determined at the time of winning the first start winning opening 13 or the normal variation winning device 7. On the other hand, in the case of gradation light emission, the gradation determination value ranges are subdivided into “at the time of winning”, “digestion 1”, “digestion 2”, and “digestion 3”, and the decoration hold extracted in step S111. When the display color selection random number is within the range of the determination value at the time of winning among the gradation determination values, the light emission timing is determined at the time of winning at the first start winning port 13 or the normal variation winning device 7. In addition, when the decoration hold display color selection random number is within the range of the digest 1 determination value of the gradation determination values, the light emission timing is determined at the timing when one start memory (hold memory) is consumed, When the decoration hold display color selection random number is within the range of the digest 2 determination value of the gradation determination values, the light emission timing is determined at the timing when two start memories (hold storage) are consumed, and the decoration hold display color selection is selected. When the random number is within the range of the digest 3 determination value of the gradation determination values, the light emission timing is determined at the timing when three start memories (holding memories) are digested. When the light emission timing is digest 1, digest 2 or digest 3, white light emission is performed from the time of winning until the start memory number is digested, and white light emission to gradation light emission at each digestion timing. It is set to switch to. Specifically, when a prize is received in the state in which the production prior determination command 1 is received and the start memory number is “3”, as shown in FIG. 17B, from the table corresponding to “hold 4”. The light emission color and the light emission timing are determined. If the decoration hold display color selection random number extracted at this time is within the range of the digest 2 determination value of the gradation determination values, the two variation display games are finished and initially displayed on the fourth hold display unit 52d. The gradation light emission is performed at the timing when the white light emission moves to the second hold display section 52b.

  From this, the production control device 40 constitutes a notice notification control means for making a notice of the game result information based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means (game control apparatus 30), and a specific game state generation means (game). When the specific game state is generated by the control device 30), the start memory stored in the second winning storage means (game control device 30) is displayed on the decoration start memory display portion (holding display portion 52). When the specific game state is not generated by the specific game state generation means, the start memory stored in the first winning storage means (game control device 30) is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit, and the game result is preliminarily displayed. Based on the determination result by the determination means, the notice of game result information is notified by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit. It made.

  Further, the notice notification control means (production control device 40) can display the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit in a plurality of display modes, and one display mode among the plurality of display modes is predetermined. By making a selection based on the ratio, the advance notice regarding the game result information is performed.

  Further, the notice notification control means (production control device 40) informs that the special result form is derived by performing the notice notice in the specific display form among the plurality of display forms. Deriving at either the timing of displaying the start memory to be notified of the notice on the decoration start memory display unit or the timing at which the start memory stored before the start of the notification to be notified is digested It becomes.

Next, the single notification effect by the effect control device 40 will be described.
Here, one notification is flashy by sound effects from the speaker 45, light emission of various decorative members provided in the pachinko gaming machine 100, notification on the display unit 43a (for example, see FIG. 20 (4)), and the like. This alerts the occurrence of a probable jackpot.

  As shown in FIG. 19 (1), the effect control device 40 includes a determination table for determining whether or not to execute a one-notification notification effect. Production will occur. Specifically, when the production pre-determination command 1 is received from the game control device 30, a single notification generation random number is extracted, and when the single notification random number is a value within the range of the single notification operation “present”, Execution of a single announcement production is determined.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 19 (2), the effect control device 40 is provided with a one notification generation timing table for determining the timing for executing one notification notification effect. The timing is selected from among the start of the final STEP at the time of notice execution, the occurrence of reach (at the time of symbol tempering), the development of super reach, the final impetus at the time of reach execution, and the start of the promotion effect. Note that the timing of occurrence of one notification is not limited to these timings, and may be executed at other timings.

  Next, a specific example of the single announcement effect will be described. In this specific example, the start memory number of the second start memory is “2”, and the probability change big hit occurs in the variable display game corresponding to the start memory whose digestion order is the second. In addition, a notice notification (gradation light emission) for the probability variation jackpot is performed at the timing of “digestion 1”, and a one-shot notification effect is performed when a reach occurs. In this specific example, it is assumed that the game results of the variation display game being executed and the variation display game having the first digestion order are out of play.

<STEP1>
FIG. 20 (1) shows a state in which the running variable display game is finished in an out-of-game manner (designs “6”, “7”, and “4”). At this time, the start memory number of the second start memory is “2”, and the first hold display section 52a and the second hold display section 52b emit white light, so that the start memory is “2” to the player. It is possible to notify that there is. Further, in order to distinguish whether the start memory is based on the first start memory or the second start memory, the decoration special figure 2 holding display portion 43a5 of the display portion 43a is surrounded by a square “2”. The status is displayed. At this time, since the timing of “digestion 1” is not yet reached, the display of the second hold display section 52b emits white light.

<STEP2>
Next, as shown in FIG. 20 (2), when the variation display game having the first digestion order starts to vary, the start memory number of the second start memory becomes “1”, and the timing of “digestion 1” at this time. Therefore, the first hold display section 52a is displayed with gradation light emission, and it is possible to notify that the next variable display game is a probable big hit. At this time, the decoration special figure 2 hold display portion 43a5 displays the character "1" surrounded by a square.

<STEP3>
Next, as shown in FIG. 20 (3), when the first variation display game in the digestion order is completed, the symbols “3”, “7”, and “2” are displayed on the display unit 43a.

<STEP4>
Next, as shown in FIG. 20 (4), when the variation display game with the second digestion order starts to vary, the start memory number of the second start memory becomes “0”, and the display on the hold display section 52 disappears. The special figure 2 hold display portion 43a5 displays the character "0" surrounded by a square. When the symbol stops at “7” in the first stop symbol display area 43a1 and the second stop symbol display area 43a2, and the identification information in the third stop symbol display area 43a3 is changing, that is, when the reach occurrence timing is reached, the display unit The letter “V” is displayed in the center of 43a, and a one-shot notification effect is made.

[Hidden mode control processing]
Next, the latent mode control process by the effect control device 40 will be described. This latent mode control process shifts from the latent mode to the probability change mode when a predetermined number (for example, five) 43a8 (see FIG. 22) simulating a specific effect is displayed on the display unit 43a. Is performed. As shown in FIG. 21, first, in this latent mode control process, it is determined whether or not a big hit has occurred in the latent mode (step S121).

  In the determination of whether or not the big hit has occurred (step S121), when the big hit has occurred (step S121; Yes), processing for clearing the latent mode flag (step S126) is performed. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the jackpot has occurred (step S121), if the jackpot has not occurred (step S121; No), the value of the effect monitoring counter becomes a specified value (for example, “5”). It is determined whether or not (step S122).

  In the determination of whether or not the value of the effect monitoring counter is the specified value (step S122), when the value of the effect monitoring counter is the specified value (step S122; Yes), the high probability (probability change) mode is set. Processing for setting a flag (step S125) is performed. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the value of the effect monitoring counter is the specified value (step S122), if the value of the effect monitoring counter is not the specified value (step S122; No), the number of games counter It is determined whether the value is a specified value (for example, “100”) (step S123).

  When determining whether or not the value of the game number counter is a specified value (for example, “100”) (step S123), the value of the game number counter is a specified value (for example, “100”) (Step S123; Yes) determines whether there is high probability information (Step S124).

  In the determination of whether or not there is high probability information (step S124), if there is high probability information (step S124; Yes), a process of setting a high probability (probability change) mode flag is performed (step S125). On the other hand, if there is no high probability information (step S124; No) in determining whether there is high probability information (step S124), a process of clearing the latent mode flag (step S126) is performed.

  Next, a process of clearing the production occurrence restriction flag (step S127) is performed, and the latent mode control process is terminated.

  In addition, in the determination (step S123) whether or not the value of the game number counter is a specified value (for example, “100”), the value of the game number counter is a specified value (for example, “100”). If there is not (step S123; No), it is determined whether or not the premier decoration hold effect, that is, the hold display unit 52 has a gradation light emission display effect (step S128).

  In the determination as to whether or not there is a premier decoration hold effect (step S128), if there is a premier decoration hold effect (step S128; Yes), a process of setting forced promotion effect information (step S129) is performed, and a high probability A (probable change) mode flag is set (step S130), and the process proceeds to step S126. On the other hand, in the determination as to whether or not there is a premier decoration hold effect (step S128), if there is no premier decoration hold effect (step S128; No), processing for updating the value of the game number counter is performed (step S131). Then, it is determined whether there is an effect generation restriction flag (step S132).

  In the determination of whether or not there is an effect generation restriction flag (step S132), if there is an effect generation restriction flag (step S132; Yes), the latent mode control process ends. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not there is an effect generation restriction flag (step S132), if there is no effect generation restriction flag (step S132; No), a process for extracting a random number for mode promotion effect selection (step S133) is performed. Do.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the mode promotion effect selection random number extracted in step S133 matches a determination value for generating a specific effect that is a condition for mode promotion (step S134). Here, for example, as shown in FIGS. 22 (1) and 22 (3), the specific effect that is the condition for promoting the mode is an effect display for playing the kenken game, and when the janken game is won, the display unit 43a has a rose. This refers to a series of effects in which the simulated display 43a8 is displayed.

  In the determination as to whether or not the mode promotion effect selection random number extracted in step S133 matches the determination value for generating the specific effect that is the condition for mode promotion (step S134), it matches the determination value for generating the specific effect. If yes (step S134; Yes), a process of incrementing the effect monitoring counter by 1 (step S135) is performed. On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the mode promotion effect selection random number extracted in step S133 coincides with the determination value for generating the specific effect as the mode promotion condition (step S134), the determination value for generating the specific effect If not (step S134; No), the latent mode control process is terminated.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the effect monitoring counter is a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the specified value (for example, “4”) (step S136). When the value of the effect monitoring counter is a value obtained by subtracting the specified value (for example, “4”) (step S136), the value of the effect monitoring counter is a value obtained by subtracting the specified value by 1 (step S136). S136; Yes) determines whether there is high probability information (step S137). On the other hand, in the determination (step S136) whether or not the value of the effect monitoring counter is a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the specified value (for example, “4”) (step S136), the value of the effect monitoring counter is not a value obtained by subtracting 1 from the specified value ( Step S136; No) ends the latent mode control process.

  Next, in the determination of whether or not there is this high probability information (step S137), if there is high probability information (step S137; Yes), the latent mode control process ends. On the other hand, in the determination of whether there is high probability information (step S137), if there is no high probability information (step S137; No), processing for setting the production occurrence restriction flag (step S138) is performed, and the latent mode is set. The control process ends.

  Next, a specific example in the latent mode control process will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 22 is a display example in the case where the premium decoration holding effect is not executed in step S128 (step S128; No) and a specific effect display is performed. FIG. 23 shows the case where the premiere decoration holding effect is executed in step S128 (step S128; Yes).

In FIG. 22 (1), since the remaining number of games in the latent mode is 87 (step S123; No) and there is no premier decoration hold effect (step S128; No), a specific effect is generated (step S134; Yes). . Specifically, an effect of winning the Janken game (an effect in which “choki” on the left side of the display unit 43a is a player and “par” on the right side is a computer) is performed, and a rose is imitated in the lower right part of the display unit 43a. Display 43a8 is performed, and the value of the effect monitoring counter is set to “1” (step S135).
Also, as shown in FIG. 22 (2), when a specific effect is generated with the remaining number of games in the latent mode being 82 (step S134; Yes), as shown in FIG. 22 (3), again. , The effect of winning the Janken game (the effect that the “par” on the left side of the display unit 43a is a player and the “goo” on the right side is a computer) The value of the production monitoring counter is set to “2” (step S135).
If the value of the effect monitoring counter reaches a specified value (for example, “5”) before the value of the game number counter reaches “100”, the mode shifts from the latent mode to the probability change mode.

On the other hand, FIG. 23 shows a display example in which the game result of the variable display game corresponding to the second start memory having the second digestion order is a probable big hit, and gradation light emission display is performed at the timing of “digestion 1” ( Therefore, the forced promotion effect information is set (step S129). Then, as shown in FIG. 23 (1), in this forced promotion effect, a Janken game is played, and as shown in FIG. 23 (2), an effect of winning the Janken game (“Par” on the left side of the display unit 43a is a game) The “Goo” on the right side produces a computer).
Then, as shown in FIG. 23 (3), gradation light emission display is performed on the first hold display section 52a at the timing of “digestion 1”, and “probability change mode entry” effect display is performed on the display section 43a (step S130). ).

  From this, the game control device 30 changes the latent mode to the probability variation mode when the preliminary notification is performed in a specific display mode by the preliminary notification control means (production control device 40) during execution of the latent mode. It serves as a mode control means.

From the above, the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment is a variable display that variably displays a plurality of identification information based on the winning of a game ball in the starting winning area (the first starting winning opening 13, the normal variable winning device 7). A variable display device (display device 43) capable of executing a game, and control means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) for controlling a variable display game performed in the variable display device. Based on the start prize storage means (game control device 30) capable of storing the number of game balls won in the start prize area up to a predetermined number as an upper limit, and the start memory stored in the start prize storage means, a variable display game is played. An executable game execution control means (game control device 30), and the start winning storage means
First winning storage means (game control device 30) capable of storing the number of winning game balls to the first starting winning area (first starting winning opening 13), and second start winning area (ordinary variable winning apparatus 7). ) And a second winning storage means (game control device 30) capable of storing the number of winning game balls, and the game execution control means varies based on the start memory stored in the first winning storage means. First execution control means (game control device 30) for performing display game execution control, and second execution control means (game control) for performing execution control of the variable display game based on the start memory stored in the second winning storage means In a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state that can give a predetermined game value to a player when the result mode of the variable display game is a predetermined special result mode. Placed near the display area of the display device A decoration area (decoration unit 24) for decorating the effect of the moving display game is provided, and the start memory stored in either the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means can be displayed in the decoration area. In addition, a decoration start memory display unit (holding display unit 52) for decorating the effect of the variable display game is provided, and the control means has a start memory stored in the first prize storage means and the second prize storage means. Priority execution control means (game control device 30) for executing control by the second execution control means in preference to control by the first execution control means, and second than the first start winning area based on establishment of a predetermined condition. Specific game state generating means (game control device 30) for generating a specific game state for facilitating winning of a game ball in the start winning area, and start memory stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means Vs. Game result prior determination means (game control device 30) for determining game result information to be performed in advance, and notice notification control means (effect control device) for performing advance notification regarding the game result information based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means 40), and when the specific game state is generated by the specific game state generation unit, the notice notification control unit stores start memory stored in the second prize storage unit for the decoration start storage display unit. If the specific game state is not generated by the specific game state generation means, the start memory stored in the first winning storage means is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit, and the determination by the game result prior determination means Based on the result, the notice of the game result information is notified by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit.

Accordingly, a decoration area is provided in the vicinity of the display area of the variable display device to decorate the effect of the variable display game. This decoration area is stored in either the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means. The decoration start memory display unit for decorating the effect of the variable display game can be displayed and the decoration start memory display unit can be decorated without being limited to the display area of the variable display device. It can be suitably performed.
Further, the advance notice control means can perform advance notice regarding the game result information by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means. As a result, the decoration start storage unit can display the number of start memories in accordance with the progress of the game, and an effective notification effect.

  Further, the notice notification control means (the effect control device 40) can display the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit (holding display unit 52) in a plurality of display modes, and one of the plurality of display modes. By selecting the display mode based on a predetermined ratio, it is possible to make a notice regarding game result information.

  Therefore, the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit can be displayed in a plurality of display modes by the notice notification control means, and one of the plurality of display modes is selected based on a predetermined ratio. Thus, since it is possible to make a notice regarding the game result information, it is possible to perform a more effective notice effect by changing the display mode of the start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit.

  Further, the notice notification control means (production control device 40) informs that the special result form is derived by performing the notice notice in the specific display form among the plurality of display forms. The timing for displaying the start memory to be notified of the notice on the decoration start memory display unit (holding display unit 52), or the timing to start the start memory stored before the start memory to be notified of the notice Either can be derived.

  Therefore, the notice notification control means informs that the special result form is derived by performing the notice notice in the specific display form among the plurality of display forms, and starts the specific display form as the object of the notice notice. Since the memory can be derived at either the timing at which the memory is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit or the timing at which the start memory stored before the start memory to be notified of the notice is digested, the decoration start memory A more effective notification effect can be performed by changing the display mode of the startup memory displayed on the display unit and the derivation timing of the display mode.

  Further, the maximum number of winning prizes stored in the first winning memory means (game control device 30) and the second winning memory means (game control device 30) is set to the same number, and the decoration start memory display unit is set to the same number as the maximum winning memory number. A plurality of set hold display units (first hold display unit 52a, second hold display unit 52b, third hold display unit 52c, and fourth hold display unit 52d) are configured.

Therefore, the maximum number of winning prizes stored in the first winning memory means and the second prize storing means is set to the same number, and the decoration start memory display unit is provided with a plurality of hold display units set to the same number as the maximum winning memory number. Since it is comprised, the 1st winning memory | storage means and the 2nd winning memory | storage means do not need to each be provided with an original starting memory | storage display part, and can be shared by the said several holding | maintenance display part.
Therefore, the decoration start memory display unit can be made compact.

  The notice notification control means (the effect control apparatus 40) is notified when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize storage means (game control apparatus 30) or the second prize storage means (game control apparatus 30). When notifying, the start memory memorized before the start memory subject to the advance notice is based on the determination result of the game result prior determination means (game control device 30), and the special result mode in the variable display game. Will be notified on the condition that it has not been derived and it has been determined that the reach mode does not occur.

  Therefore, when a notice is issued when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize memory means or the second prize memory means, the start memory stored before the start memory that is the object of the notice notice is stored. Based on the determination result of the game result pre-determination means, it is possible to give a notice in advance on the condition that the special result mode is not derived in the variable display game and it is determined that the reach mode does not occur. Therefore, it is possible to suitably prevent the problem that the interest in the subsequent notice notification is lost due to the occurrence of the reach mode before the notice notice is generated, and an effective notice effect can be performed.

  In addition, a normal probability mode in which a special result mode is derived with a predetermined probability and a lottery probability of whether or not to derive a special result mode is notified with a predetermined probability, and a special result with a higher probability than the predetermined probability. A probability variation mode in which it is informed that the lottery probability of deriving the result mode and the special result mode is derived with a high probability, and the lottery probability of deriving the special result mode is a predetermined probability. A mode control means (game control device 30) for executing any one of a latent mode that is not notified so that the player cannot recognize whether there is a high probability or not, and the mode control means includes: When a notice notification is given in a specific display mode by the notice notification control means (production control device 40) during execution of the latent mode, the latent mode can be changed to the probability variation mode. .

  Therefore, when the advance notification is made in a specific display mode by the advance notice control means during execution of the latent mode by the mode control means, the latent mode can be changed to the probability variation mode, so that the player During the execution of the latent mode, the latent mode can be expected to shift to the probability variation mode, and a more interesting game can be performed.

Second Embodiment
Next, the pachinko gaming machine 100 of the second embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as that of the pachinko gaming machine 100 of the first embodiment described above. Hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and description thereof is omitted. Different parts will be described.

[Starting port 2SW monitoring process]
As shown in FIG. 24, in the start port 2SW monitoring process in the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not a continuous notice is being given in the start port 2SW monitoring process in the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the first embodiment. This is a process in which (Step g111) is omitted. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the first embodiment, when a notice effect is performed for one reserved memory by the effect of the hold display unit 52, the reserved memory is digested with respect to the game ball that has been won thereafter. The pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment can notify (notify) that a plurality of jackpot memories are stored in the reserved memory, and the jackpot is continuously received. The player can be notified of the occurrence.

[Start 1SW monitoring process]
Also, as shown in FIG. 25, for the start port 1SW monitoring process in the pachinko gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment, in the same way, in the start port 1SW monitoring process in the pachinko gaming machine 100 of the first embodiment, continuous notice is given. This is a process in which the determination of whether or not it is in progress (step g209) is omitted.

  From the above, the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the second embodiment has the first prize storage means (game control apparatus 30) or the second prize storage means (game control apparatus 30) by the notice notification control means (production control apparatus 40). ) When a plurality of start memories are stored, the start memory newly stored after the start memory that is the target of the advance notice is the game result prior determination means (game control device 30). ) On the condition that it is determined that a special result mode is generated in the variable display game, a notice of advance notice can be given to the newly stored start memory.

  Accordingly, since it is possible to notify that a plurality of start memories that will lead to the special result mode are stored in the start memory, a more effective notification effect can be performed.

  The gaming machine of the present invention should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

It is a front view of the game board in the game machine to which this invention is applied. (1) It is a figure which shows the example of a display of the status indicator of the game machine in this invention, (2)-(7) the status indicator in this invention. It is a front view of the center case of the gaming machine in the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the control system of the game machine in this invention. It is a state transition diagram showing the gaming state of the gaming machine in the present invention. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the main process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the main process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the timer interruption process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the special figure game process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 2SW monitoring process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 2SW monitoring process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 1SW monitoring process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 1SW monitoring process in 1st Embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the production prior determination command table in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the decoration hold display control processing in 1st Embodiment. (1) A table for determining whether or not to execute the notice notification effect in the low probability determination mode, and (2) a table for determining whether or not to execute the notice notification effect in the probability non-notification (latency) mode. (3) It is a figure for demonstrating the table for determining whether to perform a notice alerting | reporting effect in high probability fixed mode. (1) The figure which shows the light emission aspect in a hold display part, (2) It is a figure for demonstrating the table for determining the decoration hold light emission color and light emission timing in a hold display part. It is a figure which shows an example of the light emission mode in a hold display part. (1) It is a figure for demonstrating the table for deciding whether or not to generate one announcement notification effect, and (2) the table for determining the timing to generate one announcement announcement effect. It is a figure which shows one example of one notification production | presentation. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the latent mode control process in 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the notice effect in a latent mode. It is a figure which shows an example of the notice effect in a latent mode. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 2SW monitoring process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the start port 1SW monitoring process in 2nd Embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

100 Pachinko machines (game machines)
24 decoration (decoration area)
30 Game control device (control means, game execution control means, first execution control means, second execution control means, priority execution control means, specific game state generation means, game result prior determination means, notice notification control means)
31c RAM (start winning storage means, first winning storage means, second winning storage means)
40 Production control device (notification notification control means)
43 Display device (variable display device)
52 On-hold display (decoration start memory display)

Claims (7)

A variable display device capable of executing a variable display game that displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable manner based on winning of a game ball in the start winning area, and a control means for controlling the variable display game performed in the variable display device. Prepared,
The control means includes
The variable display game can be executed on the basis of the start winning storage means capable of storing the number of game balls won in the start winning area up to a predetermined number and the start storage stored in the start winning storage means. Game execution control means,
The start winning storage means is
First winning storage means capable of storing the number of winning game balls in the first starting winning area, and second winning storage means capable of storing the number of winning game balls in the second starting winning area. And
The game execution control means includes
The first execution control means for controlling the execution of the variable display game based on the start memory stored in the first prize storage means, and the variable display game based on the start memory stored in the second prize storage means. Second execution control means for performing execution control of
In a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state capable of giving a predetermined game value to a player when the result mode of the variable display game is a predetermined special result mode,
A decoration area arranged near the display area of the variable display device for decorating the effect of the variable display game;
In the decoration area,
A start memory stored in either the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means can be displayed, and a decoration start memory display section for decorating the effect of the variable display game is provided.
The control means includes
Priority execution control for executing control by the second execution control means in preference to control by the first execution control means when start memory is stored in the first prize storage means and the second prize storage means Means,
Specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state that facilitates winning of a game ball to the second start winning area from the first starting winning area based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
Game result preliminary determination means for determining in advance game result information corresponding to the start memory stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means;
Based on the determination result by the game result prior determination means, the advance notice control means for making a notice about the game result information;
With
The notice notification control means includes
When the specific game state is generated by the specific game state generation means, the start memory stored in the second winning storage means is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit,
When the specific game state is not generated by the specific game state generation means, the decoration start storage display unit displays the start memory stored in the first winning storage means,
A gaming machine characterized in that, based on a determination result by the game result pre-determination means, a notice notification regarding the game result information is performed by changing a display mode of a start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit. The notice notification control means includes
The start memory displayed on the decoration start memory display unit can be displayed in a plurality of display modes, and one of the plurality of display modes is selected based on a predetermined ratio, thereby relating to the game result information. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a notice of notice is performed. The notice notification control means includes
Notifying that the special result mode is derived by notifying the specific display mode among the plurality of display modes,
In the specific display mode, the start memory stored before the start memory to be notified or the timing at which the start memory to be notified is displayed on the decoration start memory display unit or the start memory to be notified is digested. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the gaming machine is derived at any timing. The maximum number of winning prizes stored in the first winning memory means and the second winning memory means is set to the same number,
4. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the decoration start memory display unit is composed of a plurality of hold display units set to the same number as the maximum winning memory number. The notice notification control means includes
In the case where a notice is given when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize memory means or the second prize memory means, the start memory stored before the start memory that is the subject of the notice notice is stored. Based on the determination result of the game result pre-determining means, a notice is made on the condition that it is determined that no special result mode is derived and no reach mode is generated in the variable display game. The gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein: The notice notification control means includes
In the case where a notification is made when a plurality of start memories are stored in the first prize storage means or the second prize storage means, a start memory newly stored after the start memory that is a target of the notice notification However, on the condition that it is determined that a special result mode is generated in the variable display game based on the determination result of the game result prior determination means, the advance notification is also given to the newly stored start memory. The gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein: A normal probability mode in which the special result mode is derived with a predetermined probability and the lottery probability of whether or not the special result mode is to be derived is notified with the predetermined probability, and a probability higher than the predetermined probability The probability variation mode in which it is notified that the special result mode is derived and the lottery probability of whether or not the special result mode is derived is performed with the high probability, and the lottery of whether or not the special result mode is derived Comprising a mode control means for executing any one of a latent mode in which the probability is the predetermined probability or the non-notification so that the player cannot recognize whether the probability is the high probability,
The mode control means is configured to change the latent mode to the probability variation mode when the advance notice notification is performed in a specific display mode by the advance notice control means during execution of the latent mode. Item 7. The gaming machine according to any one of Items 1 to 6.

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