JP5309337B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine which includes a variation display device capable of displaying a variation display game by plurality of identification information and a start storing means capable of storing a start right for executing the variation display game as a start memory within a range of a prescribed upper limit number to generate a special game state advantageous for a player when a result of the variation display game is a predetermined special result form, and can assuredly allow the player to recognize the generation of the start memory of an object to be previously informed to increase an expectation. <P>SOLUTION: A previously informing means (representation controller 300) includes a previous information-representing means (representation controller 300) which carries out an auxiliary representation capable of announcing the generation of the start memory when the start memory as the object to be previously informed is generated. When the start memory as the object to be previously announced is generated while the start memory is not displayed by a memory display non-displaying means, the previous information-representing means carries out the auxiliary representation after a non-display state of the start memory is released by the memory display non-displaying means. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&amp;INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a variable display device capable of displaying a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information, and a start storage means capable of storing a start right for executing the variable display game as a start memory within a predetermined upper limit range. And a gaming machine that generates a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the result of the variable display game has a predetermined special result mode.

  Conventionally, provided with a variable display device capable of displaying a variable display game with a plurality of identification information, and a start storage means for storing a right to execute the variable display game as a start memory when a game ball wins a start winning opening, There is known a gaming machine that executes a variable display game based on the start-up memory. In such a gaming machine, a random number value is also extracted and stored corresponding to the start memory at the time of winning the game ball to the start winning opening, and if the random value is a big hit value, the result of the variable display game The mode is derived as any one of a plurality of special result modes, and a special gaming state advantageous to the player is generated. In addition, the start memory stored in the start memory means and yet to be executed is informed of its presence and number by displaying a predetermined mark on the variable display device.

  In recent years, in the state where the start memory is stored in the start storage means and the variable display game by the previous start winning is still being executed, the random number value stored corresponding to the start memory is pre-read and determined, If the random value is the jackpot value, a special gaming state will be announced from that point in time, that is, in the variable display game executed by digesting the starting memory stored before the starting memory. A gaming machine having a function to produce is known (for example, see Patent Document 1).

  The notice effect in the conventional gaming machine is to change the display (mark) of the start memory to be noticed to a display different from usual. On the other hand, in recent years, the effects of variable display games have been diversified, and there are many cases where scenes are changed by changing the background and appearing characters in a plurality of modes. The scene changes according to the occurrence of reach and various mode changes. At this time, for example, when the type of the image after the scene change is more important, the changed image display is made clearer by making the display of the start memory hidden. Yes.

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In a conventional gaming machine, when the start winning to Yu skill who is watching occurs, out display start stored in variable display device current, further because the display form is revealing in a different manner from the ordinary game The person can immediately recognize that the start memory subject to the advance notice has occurred, but since the start memory display mode cannot be changed at the time of the start winning prize, it has not been possible to accurately notify that the advance notice effect has been performed. .

An object of the present invention is to recognize that reliably start memory notice target Yu technique person occurs, is to increase the expectation.

In order to solve the above-described problems, the invention described in claim 1 provides a variable display device capable of displaying a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information and a start right for executing the variable display game as a start memory. And a start storage means capable of storing within a range of the upper limit number of games, and when the result of the variable display game becomes a predetermined special result mode, a game that generates a special game state advantageous to the player In the machine
Storage display control means for displaying the start-up memory on the variable display device;
A pre-determining means for predetermining the result of the variable display game corresponding to the start memory stored in the start storage means before the execution of the variable display game;
When the start-up memory occurs, the display mode of the start-up memory displayed by the storage display control unit is displayed in a display mode different from the normal display mode based on the determination result of the prior determination unit. Notice means that can suggest the results of
Memory display non-display means for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to a non-display state in response to a change in the effect mode in the variable display game;
With
The notice means includes notice effect means for performing an auxiliary effect capable of notifying that when a start memory to be noticed occurs,
The notice effect means is
If a start memory to be notified is generated while the start memory is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means, the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the memory display non-display means. Then , after displaying the effect image informing that the start-up memory has occurred on the variable display device, the auxiliary effect for displaying the operation of the effect image is executed.

Here, the prior determination may be performed by a game control device that controls the game, or may be performed by an effect control device that controls the effect. Further, both may be performed. Further, it may be determined in advance that a specific result mode (for example, a special result mode) is obtained, or may be determined in advance that it will be a reach result mode, or both. In addition, although the determination determines the random value for determining the jackpot and the random value for determining the variation pattern, the stop result mode and the variation pattern determined by the random value may be determined.
Further, the display mode different from the normal mode is a display mode that is different in color, shape, size, transparency, and the like from the display mode displayed when no notice is given (during normal time).
In addition to changes in the image content such as scene changes, background changes, character changes / appearances / movements, etc., a change in the production mode is a part of the screen that appears with a concealing member such as a shutter device in front of the screen. Or it includes a production that hides everything.
The auxiliary effects include output of sound effects, image changes such as character action display and background change, and light emission of decoration LEDs.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the notice means includes the notice effect means for performing an auxiliary effect that can notify that when the start memory to be noticed occurs, and the notice effect means stores the memory If a start memory to be notified occurs while the start memory is in a non-display state by the display non-display means, the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the memory display non-display means. Since the auxiliary effect is executed, the player can be surely recognized that the start memory to be notified is generated, and the expectation can be enhanced.

  In other words, since the memory display non-display means for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to the non-display state according to the change of the effect mode in the variable display game is provided, the start memory display is converted into the non-display state Thus, the screen can be changed regardless of the start memory (for example, the entire screen including the display area of the start memory), and the decoration effect regarding the variable display game can be efficiently performed. And by providing the notice effect means, even if the start memory of the notice target is generated while the display of the start memory is in the non-display state, it is emphasized that the start memory of the target of the notice has subsequently occurred. Therefore, the player can be surely recognized that the start memory to be notified is generated, and the expectation can be enhanced.

In addition , the notice effect means performs an auxiliary effect by displaying an effect image informing that the start memory has been generated on the variable display device and then performing an operation display of the effect image. It is possible to notify that the memory has occurred, and it is possible to increase the player's expectation and fun after enhancing it.

The invention described in claim 2 to a gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein when the prediction effect means has performed said auxiliary effect is characterized by extending the stop time of the variable display game .

According to the second aspect of the present invention, when the notice effect means performs the auxiliary effect, the stop time of the variable display game is extended. You can show them. In addition, when a notice is made with only one start memory, the start memory is immediately erased by the start of the next variable display game, and it is ensured that the notice has been made. However, since the stop time is extended in the present invention, such a problem can be solved.

According to the present invention, it is possible to recognize that reliably start memory notice object occurs Yu technique's can increase the expectation.

It is the perspective view which looked at the gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a gaming machine. It is a figure for demonstrating a batch display apparatus. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a main process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a main process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure game processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a start port switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a special figure start port switch common process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure pending | holding information determination processing. It is a figure for demonstrating the display with a display apparatus when the special figure start memory | storage of notification object occurs. It is a figure for demonstrating the display with a display apparatus when the special figure starting memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in a non-display state. It is a time chart in case the special figure start memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state. It is a figure for demonstrating the display with a display apparatus when the special figure 2 start memory | storage of notification object occurs in a non-display state. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a memory | storage display setting process. It is a figure for demonstrating the display on a display apparatus in case the special figure start memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state in the gaming machine of the 1st modification. It is a figure for demonstrating the display on a display apparatus in case the special figure start memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state in the gaming machine of the 2nd modification. It is a figure for demonstrating the display on a display apparatus when the special figure start memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state in the gaming machine of the 3rd modification. It is a figure for demonstrating the display on a display apparatus when the special figure starting memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state in the gaming machine of the 4th modification. It is a time chart in case the special figure starting memory | storage of notification object generate | occur | produces in the non-display state in the gaming machine of the 5th modification.

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

  The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 11 via a hinge 13 so as to be openable and closable. The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame 15 having a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (inner frame) 12.

  Further, an illuminating device (moving light) 16 having a built-in lamp and motor and a lamp (LED) 17 for paying out abnormality notification are provided in the upper part of the glass frame 15. Further, on the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, there are provided a frame decoration device 18 with a built-in lamp and the like for emitting light for decoration and production, and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a for emitting sound (for example, sound effects). Yes. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19 b is also provided below the front frame 12.

  In addition, at the lower part of the front frame 12, an upper plate 21 for supplying game balls to a not-shown hitting ball launcher, and game balls paid out from a ball payout device provided on the back side of the gaming machine 10 flow out. There are provided a dish tray outlet 22, a lower dish 23 for storing game balls paid out in a state in which the upper dish 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of a ball striking device, and the like. Further, an effect button 25 having a built-in operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player is provided on the upper edge of the upper plate 21. Further, a key 26 for opening and locking the front frame 12 is provided on the lower right side of the front frame 12.

  In the gaming machine 10 of this embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device directs the game ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the game area 32 on the front surface of the game board 30. And fire. Further, when the player operates the effect button 25, an effect or the like in which the player's operation is intervened is performed in the variable display game (decoration special map variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 2). Can do. Further, on the front surface of the glass frame 15 above the upper plate 21, a ball lending button 27 that is operated when a player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card to be discharged from the card unit of the ball lending machine. A discharge button 28 for operating the balance, a balance display section (not shown) for displaying the balance of the prepaid card, and the like are provided.

  Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.

  On the surface of the game board 30, a substantially circular game area 32 surrounded by the guide rail 31 is formed. The game area 32 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and guide rails 31 provided at the four corners of the game board 30. In the game area 32, a center case 40 provided with a display device 41 is disposed substantially at the center. The display device 41 is attached to a recessed portion provided in the center case 40 at a position deeper than the front surface of the center case 40. That is, the center case 40 surrounds the display area of the display device 41 and is formed to protrude forward from the display surface of the display device 41.

  The display device 41 is configured by a device having a display screen such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or a CRT (CRT). A plurality of pieces of identification information (special symbols), a character that produces a special figure variation display game, a background image that enhances the effect, and the like are displayed in an area (display area) in which an image of the display screen can be displayed. On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variably displayed (variably displayed), and a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the special diagram variation display game is played. In addition, an image for an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.

  On the left side of the center case 40 in the game area 32, a normal symbol start gate (ordinary start gate) 34 is provided. Three general winning openings 35 are arranged on the lower left side of the center case 40, and one general winning opening 35 is arranged on the lower right side of the center case 40. In each of the general winning ports 35,..., Winning port switches 35a to 35n (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered each of the general winning ports 35 are arranged.

  A start winning opening 36 is provided below the center case 40 for giving a start condition for the special figure variation display game, and a game ball easily flows into the upper portion by opening a reverse “C” shape at the top. An ordinary variable winning device (general power) 37 having a pair of movable members 37b and 37b for converting into a state and having a second start winning port is disposed therein.

  The pair of opening / closing members 37b, 37b of the normal variation winning device 37 always holds a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) with an interval of about the diameter of the game ball. However, since the start winning port 36 is provided above the normal variation winning device 37, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state. When the result of the normal variation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, it is opened in a reverse “C” shape by a general electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3) as a driving device, and a normal variation prize is awarded. The device 37 can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player) in which a game ball easily flows.

  Further, a special variable winning device (large winning mouth) 38 that can be converted into a state where a game ball is not accepted and a state where it is easy to accept depending on the result of the special figure changing display game is arranged below the normal variable winning device 37. Yes.

  The special variation winning device 38 has an attacker-type open / close door 38c that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the near side, depending on the result of the special figure variation display game as an auxiliary game. The state is converted from a closed state (closed state unfavorable for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous to the player). That is, the special variable winning device 38 includes a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an open / close door 38c that is driven by a large winning port solenoid 38b (see FIG. 3) as a driving device. By converting the closed state from the closed state to the open state, the inflow of game balls into the special winning opening is facilitated, and a predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. In addition, a count switch 38a (see FIG. 3) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the special winning opening is disposed inside the special winning opening (winning area). Below the special variable winning device 38, there is provided an out port 39 for collecting game balls that have not won a winning port.

  Also, outside the game area 32 (for example, at the top of the game board 30), the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game that form the special figure fluctuation display game, and the winning for the normal figure start gate 34 are awarded. A collective display device 50 is provided for executing a universal map display game with a trigger at one location.

  As shown in FIG. 5 (a), the collective display device 50 includes a first special figure fluctuation display section (special figure) for a first special figure fluctuation display game constituted by a 7-segment display (LED lamp) or the like. 1 display) 51, a second special figure fluctuation display part (special figure 2 display) 52 for the second special figure fluctuation display game, and a fluctuation display part (general figure display) 53 for the common figure fluctuation display game; In addition, storage display units 54 to 56 for informing the start memory number of each variable display game, which are also constituted by LED lamps, are provided. Further, the collective display device 50 is turned on when a big hit occurs and a first gaming state display unit (first gaming state indicator) 57 that notifies the occurrence of the big hit, and lights up when a short time state occurs to notify the occurrence of a short time state. A second game state display unit (second game state display) 60, an error display unit 58 for displaying an error in which the probability state of the jackpot is a high probability state when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, and the number of rounds at the time of the jackpot A round display section 59 for displaying (the number of times the special variable winning device 38 is opened and closed) is provided.

  The special figure fluctuation display game in the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 is, for example, during the execution of the fluctuation display game, that is, while the decoration special figure fluctuation display game is being performed on the display device 41, The segment is blinked to indicate that it is changing. When the result of the game is “out of”, for example, the central segment is turned on as a result mode of out of game, and when the result of the game is “win”, the result of out of game (special result mode) is not. A game result is displayed with a result mode other than the result mode (for example, the numbers “3” and “7”) in a lit state.

  The normal display 53 blinks the lamp during the change and displays that the change is in progress. When the game result is “out of”, for example, the lamp is turned off, and when the game result is “hit”, the lamp is turned on to display the game result.

  The special figure 1 hold display 54 displays the number of undigested balls (starting memory number = holding number) among the number of winning balls to the start winning opening 36, which is the variation start condition of the special figure 1 display 51. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5B, when the number of hold is “0”, all four lamps are turned off, and when the number of hold is “1”, only lamp 1 is turned on. Further, when the number of holdings is “2”, the lamps 1 and 2 are turned on, when the number of holdings is “3”, the lamps 1, 2 and 3 are turned on, and when the number of holdings is “4”, 4 is set. All the lamps 1 to 4 are turned on.

  The special figure 2 hold indicator 55 displays the start memory number (= hold number) of the second start winning opening (ordinary variable prize device 37), which is the fluctuation start condition of the special figure 2 indicator 52, and the special figure 1 hold indicator. It is displayed in the same manner as 54 (see FIG. 5B).

  As shown in FIG. 5 (c), the universal map hold display 56 displays the start memory number (= hold count) of the universal map start gate 34, which is the variation start condition of the general map display 53. For example, when the hold number is “0”, the lamps 1 and 2 are turned off, and when the hold number is “1”, only the lamp 1 is turned on. When the number of hold is “2”, lamps 1 and 2 are turned on. When the number of hold is “3”, lamp 1 is blinked, lamp 2 is turned on, and when the number of hold is “4”. Lamps 1 and 2 are blinked.

  For example, the first gaming state indicator 57 turns off the lamp in the normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp when the big hit has occurred. For example, the second gaming state indicator 60 turns off the lamp in the normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp when the time-short state occurs.

  The error indicator 58 turns the lamp off when the jackpot probability state is low when the gaming machine 10 is turned on, and when the jackpot probability state is high when the gaming machine 10 is turned on. Turns on the lamp.

  For example, the round display unit 59 turns off the lamp in the normal gaming state, and turns on the lamp corresponding to the number of rounds (2 rounds or 15 rounds) when the big hit occurs. The round display unit 59 may be configured by a 7 segment type display.

  In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from a launcher (not shown) toward the game area 32. The launched game balls flow down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by means of direction change members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various locations in the game area 32, and the normal start gate 34 and the general winning opening 35 The winning prize opening 36, the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the special variable prize winning device 38 is won, or it flows into the out port 39 provided at the bottom of the game area 32 and is discharged from the game area. When a game ball wins the general winning opening 35, the start winning opening 36, the normal variation winning apparatus 37, or the special variable winning apparatus 38, the number of winning balls corresponding to the type of the winning opening is awarded by the payout control apparatus 200. It is discharged from the controlled dispensing unit to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23 of the front frame 12.

  On the other hand, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 3) including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general diagram start gate 34 is provided in the general diagram start gate 34. When a game ball that has been driven into the area 32 passes through the usual figure start gate 34, it is detected by the gate switch 34a and a usual figure change display game is played. 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 37 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 34, if it is less than the upper limit of the normal figure start memory number, the general figure start memory number is added (+1) and the general figure start memory number is increased. One figure start memory is stored. The number of memorized start prizes is displayed on the memory display unit 56 for notifying the number of start prizes of the collective display device 50. In addition, in the normal chart start memory, a random number value for hit determination for determining a hit error of the normal figure fluctuation display game is stored, and when the random number value for hit determination coincides with the determination value In addition, a specific result mode (specific result) is derived by hitting the common map fluctuation display game.

  The usual map change display game is executed by a change display unit (common figure display) 53 provided in the collective display device 50. The general-purpose indicator 53 is composed of LEDs indicating normal identification information (normal diagrams, normal symbols) in the lit state and indicating misalignment in the unlit state, and the normal identification information is displayed by blinking this LED. The fluctuation display is performed, and after a predetermined fluctuation display time has elapsed, the LED is turned on or off to display the result. Note that, for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, and the like may be used as the normal identification information, which is displayed by variably displaying for a predetermined time and then stopped. If the stop display of the usual figure change display game is a specific result, the pair of movable members 37b of the normal fluctuation winning device 37 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds). It becomes a state. This makes it easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening inside the normal fluctuation winning device 37, and the number of times the second special figure changing display game is executed increases.

  When the random number value extracted at the time of detection of the passage to the general diagram start gate 34 is a winning value, the normal symbol displayed on the universal symbol display unit 53 stops in the hit state and enters the hit state. At this time, the normal variation winning device 37 is in a state in which the movable member 37b is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds) by driving the built-in general-purpose solenoid 37c (see FIG. 3). It is converted and the winning of the game ball is allowed.

  The winning ball to the starting winning port 36 and the winning ball to the normal variation winning device 37 are respectively detected by the starting port 1 switch 36a and the starting port 2 switch 37a provided inside. The game balls that have won the start winning opening 36 are detected as start winning balls for the first special figure variable display game, and are stored in a limit of four. It is detected as the start winning ball of the variable display game and is stored up to four. In addition, when the starting winning ball is detected, a big hit random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, and each variation pattern random number value are extracted, and the extracted random number value is stored in a special figure memory in the game control device 100 (see FIG. 3). Each area (a part of the RAM) is stored as a special figure start memory for a predetermined number of times (for example, a maximum of four times). The number stored in the special figure start memory is displayed on the storage display units 54 and 55 for notifying the start winning number of the collective display device 50 and also on the display device 41 of the center case 40.

  The game control device 100 uses the special figure indicator (variable display device) 51 or 52 to change the first or second special figure on the basis of the winning entry to the start winning opening 36 or the normal variable prize winning device 37 or the start memory thereof. Play a display game. The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are performed by variably displaying a plurality of special symbols (special figures, identification information) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result form. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game for displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game on the display device 41 is executed. ing. As a result of the special figure fluctuation display game, when the display mode of the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 becomes a special result mode, a special game state (so-called big hit state) ) Correspondingly, the display mode of the display device 41 is also a special result mode.

  In the decorative special symbol variation display game on the display device 41, for example, the decorative special symbol (identification information) composed of the above-described numbers is left (first special symbol), right (second special symbol), middle (third special symbol). The variation display is started in the order of symbols), the symbols that have been varied after a predetermined time are sequentially stopped, and the result of the special symbol variation display game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 performs a variable display game with a decorative special symbol corresponding to the number of special figure starting memories, and various effect displays such as the appearance of a character are performed to improve interest.

  The special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 may be separate displays or the same display, but each special figure variation display is performed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game is displayed. In addition, the display device 41 may use different display devices and different display areas in the first special map variable display game and the second special map variable display game, or use the same display device and display area. However, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. The game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41. Further, the second special figure variation display game is executed with priority over the first special figure variation display game. That is, if there is a start memory of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game, and the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game becomes possible, the second special figure fluctuation display game is It is supposed to be executed.

  In addition, in the state where the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started and the number of start memories is zero, the start winning opening 36 (or the normal fluctuation prize winning device 37) is entered. When the game ball wins, the start memory is stored as the start right is generated, the start memory number is incremented by 1, and the first special figure variation display game (second special figure) is immediately added based on the start memory. (Variable display game) is started, and at this time, the start memory number is decremented by one. On the other hand, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) cannot be started immediately, for example, the first or second special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed, and the special figure fluctuation display game has ended. If the game ball is won in the start winning opening 36 (or the normal variable prize winning device 37) in a state that is not in the special game state or in the special game state, the start memory number is 1 if the start memory number is less than the upper limit number. By adding, one start memory is stored. Then, in a state where the starting memory number becomes 1 or more, a state in which the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) can be started (the end of the previous special figure fluctuation display game or the special game state) (End), the start memory number is decremented by 1, and the first special figure fluctuation display game (second special figure fluctuation display game) is started based on the stored start memory. In the following description, when the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure fluctuation display game.

  Although not particularly limited, the starting port 1 switch 36a in the starting winning port 36, the starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the general winning port switches 35a to 35n, the count The switch 38a is a non-contact type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter referred to as a proximity switch) that includes a magnetic detection coil and detects a game ball using a phenomenon in which a magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil. Has been. A micro switch having a mechanical contact is used for the front frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 or the game frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 or the like. be able to.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment. The gaming machine 10 includes a game control device 100. The game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) for comprehensively controlling games, and a gaming microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as a gaming microcomputer) 111 is provided. The CPU unit 110 includes an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, and the like, and a data bus 140 connecting the CPU unit 110, the input unit 120, and the output unit 130.

  The CPU section 110 receives signals (starting winning detection signals) from a gaming microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and a proximity switch interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 in the input section 120. An inversion circuit 112 composed of an inverter or the like that is logically inverted and input to the gaming microcomputer 111 and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator are provided to generate a clock for a CPU operation clock, a timer interrupt, and a random number generation circuit. An oscillation circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 is included. The game control device 100 and electronic components such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 are supplied with a predetermined level of DC voltage such as DC32V, DC12V, and DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 so as to be operable. Is done.

  The power supply apparatus 400 includes a normal power supply including an AC-DC converter that generates the DC 32V DC voltage from a 24V AC power source, a DC-DC converter that generates a lower level DC voltage such as DC 12V and DC 5V from the DC 32V voltage, and the like. Unit 410, backup power supply unit 420 for supplying power supply voltage to the internal RAM of gaming microcomputer 111 in the event of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit and an initialization switch to inform gaming control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of power failure A control signal generation unit 430 that generates and outputs control signals such as a power failure monitoring signal, an initialization switch signal, and a reset signal is provided.

  In this embodiment, the power supply device 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or the game control device 100, that is, the main control device 100. You may comprise so that it may provide on a board | substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are provided on a board different from the power supply apparatus 400 or the main board as in the embodiment. By providing, it can remove from the object of replacement | exchange and can aim at cost reduction.

  The backup power supply unit 420 can be composed of one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly, the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is held even during a power failure or after the power is shut off. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure when the voltage drops below 17V, for example, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and resets the signal after a predetermined time. Is output. In addition, a reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from the time when the power is turned on or the power is restored.

  The initialization switch signal is a signal generated when the initialization switch is turned on, and forcibly initializes information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200. . Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. The reset signal is a kind of forced interrupt signal and resets the entire control system.

  The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written as needed.

  The ROM 111B stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, various random number judgment values, etc.) for game control in a nonvolatile manner, and the RAM 111C stores a work area for the CPU 111A and various signals and random number values during game control. Used as As the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C, an electrically rewritable nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM may be used.

  In addition, the ROM 111B stores, for example, a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the contents of the effects, the presence or absence of the reach state, and the like. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to determine the variation pattern by referring to the variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as the start memory. Further, the fluctuation pattern table includes a loss fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is lost, a big hit fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is per 15R or 2R, and the like. Further, these pattern tables include a second half variation pattern table and a first half variation pattern table.

  Reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can change, and the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player (special gaming state) when the special result mode is entered, the game is already derived at the stage where some of the plurality of display results are not yet derived and displayed. This means a display state in which the displayed display result satisfies the condition for the special result mode. In other words, the reach state is deviated from the display condition that is the special result mode even when the display device's variable display control progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed. There is no display mode. For example, a state where so-called full-rotation reach is performed in a variable display region while maintaining a state in which special result modes are aligned (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. The reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device has progressed to reach a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. The display state in the case where at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas satisfies the condition for the special result mode.

  Thus, for example, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game displayed on a display device corresponding to a special figure fluctuation display game fluctuates a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas on the display device. After displaying, when the display of the result mode is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle, the condition that becomes the special result mode is satisfied in the left and right variable display areas (for example, The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas (for example, the same The state in which the identification information is obtained (except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state. This reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and the possibility of deriving a special result mode is different (reliability is different). As the reach effects, normal reach, special 1 reach (SP1 reach), special 2 reach ( SP2 reach), special 3 reach (SP3 reach), etc. are set. The reliability increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach. In addition, this reach state is included in a variable display mode at least in a case where a special result mode is derived in a special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). In other words, it may be included in the variable display mode when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game. Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state that is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.

  The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B, generates control signals (commands) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, and generates and outputs drive signals for the solenoid and the display device, thereby playing the gaming machine. 10 overall control is performed. Although not shown, the game microcomputer 111 is a jackpot determining random number for the special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining the big hit symbol, a variation pattern in the special figure variation display game (various reach and reach). A random number generation circuit for generating a variation pattern random number for determining a variation display game in a variation display with no change), a random number for determining a hit of a normal variation display game, and the like from the oscillation circuit 113 Based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal), a clock generator is provided that generates a timer interrupt signal for a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A and a clock that gives the update timing of the random number generation circuit.

  In addition, the CPU 111A selects one of a plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in a start port switch monitoring process (step A1) or a special figure routine process (step A9) in a special figure game process to be described later. One fluctuation pattern table is acquired. Specifically, the CPU 111A determines the game result (big hit or miss) of the special figure fluctuation display game, the probability state (normal probability state or high probability state) of the special figure fluctuation display game as the current game state, and the current game. Based on the operation state (normal operation state or short-time operation state) of the normal variation winning device 37 as a state, the number of start memories, etc., one of the variation pattern tables is selected and acquired. To do. Here, when executing the special figure variation display game, the CPU 111A serves as variation distribution information acquisition means for acquiring any one variation pattern table among the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B.

  Although not shown, the payout control device 200 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input interface, an output interface, and the like, and drives a payout motor of the payout unit in accordance with a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100. , Control for paying out a prize ball. In addition, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball rental request signal from the card unit, and performs control for paying out the ball.

  The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a start port 1 switch 36a in the start winning port 36, a start port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, a gate switch 34a in the usual start gate 34, and a general winning port. An interface which is connected to the switches 35a to 35n and the count switch 38a and receives a negative logic signal such as a high level of 11V and a low level of 7V supplied from these switches, and converts it into a positive logic signal of 0V-5V. A chip (proximity I / F) 121 is provided. Proximity I / F 121 seems to be floating because the input range is 7V-11V, the lead wire of the proximity switch is improperly shorted, the switch is disconnected from the connector, or the lead wire is disconnected. An abnormal state can be detected, and an abnormality detection signal is output.

  All the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are supplied to the second input port 122 and read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140, and also supplied from the main board 100 to the test firing test apparatus (not shown) via the relay board 70. It is like that. In addition, the detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121 are input to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the inverting circuit 112 in addition to the second input port 122. It is configured. The inversion circuit 112 is provided because the signal input terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 detects that a signal from a micro switch or the like is input, and detects negative logic, that is, low level (0 V) as an effective level. Because it is designed to do.

  Therefore, when a micro switch is used as the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, the detection signal can be directly input to the gaming microcomputer 111 without providing the inverting circuit 112. That is, when it is desired to directly input negative logic signals from the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a to the gaming microcomputer 111, the proximity switch cannot be used. As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I / F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12 V from the power supply device 400 in addition to a voltage such as 5 V required for normal IC operation. It has become.

  Further, the input unit 120 includes a start winning opening 36 converted by signals from the fraud detection magnetic sensor switch 61 and the vibration sensor switch 62 provided on the front frame 12 of the gaming machine 10 and the proximity I / F 121. The start port 1 switch 36a in the inside, the start port 2 switch 37a in the normal variation winning device 37, the gate switch 34a, the general winning port switches 35a to 35n, and the signals from the count switch 38a are taken in via the data bus 140. A second input port 122 for supplying to the microcomputer 111 is provided. The data held by the second input port 122 is read by asserting the enable signal CE1 (changing to an effective level) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 122. be able to. The same applies to other ports described later.

  Further, the input unit 120 receives signals and payouts from the front frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 and the like of the gaming machine 10 and the game frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (game frame) 12 and the like. A status signal indicating a payout abnormality from the control device 200, a shot ball break switch signal indicating a shortage of game balls before payout, and an overflow switch signal indicating overflow are fetched and supplied to the game microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. One input port 123 is provided. The overflow switch signal is a signal that is output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (full).

  Further, the input unit 120 is provided with a Schmitt trigger circuit 124 for inputting signals such as a power failure monitoring signal, an initialization switch signal, and a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 and the like. The circuit 124 has a function of removing noise from these input signals. Of the signals from the power supply device 400, the power failure monitoring signal and the initialization switch signal are once inputted to the first input port 123 and taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because the number of terminals receiving external signals provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 is limited.

  On the other hand, the reset signal RST from which noise has been removed by the Schmitt trigger circuit 124 is directly input to a reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RST is directly output to the relay board 70 without going through the output unit 130, thereby turning off the test test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 for output to the test board. It is configured as follows. Further, the reset signal RST may be configured to be output to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70. The reset signal RST is not supplied to the ports 122 and 123 of the input unit 120. Data set in each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RST is input needs to be reset to prevent malfunction of the system. This is because the data read by the gaming microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded when the gaming microcomputer 111 is reset.

  The output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and outputs a 4-bit data signal output to the payout control device 200, a control signal (data strobe signal) indicating validity / invalidity of the data, and a data strobe signal SSTB output to the effect control device 300. 1 and a second output port 132 for generating an 8-bit data signal to be output to the effect control device 300. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300 by parallel communication. In addition, the data strobe signal from the first output port 131 is input to the output unit 130 in order to prevent a signal from being input to the game control device 100 from the side of the effect control device 300, that is, to ensure one-way communication. A unidirectional buffer 133 that outputs an 8-bit data signal from the SSTB and the second output port 132 is provided. A buffer may be provided for a signal output from the first output port 131 to the payout control device 200.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 via a relay board 70 for data indicating special symbol information of the variable display game to a test firing test apparatus of an accredited organization (not shown) and a signal indicating the probability status of jackpot. The output buffer 134 is configured to be mountable. This buffer 134 is a component that is not mounted on a game control device (main board) of a pachinko gaming machine as an actual machine (mass production product) installed in the game store. A detection signal output from the proximity I / F 121, such as a start port switch, that is not required to be processed is supplied to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 134.

  On the other hand, detection signals such as the magnetic sensor switch 61 and the vibration sensor switch 62 that cannot be supplied to the test fire testing device as they are are once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information. An error signal indicating that control is not possible is supplied from the data bus 140 to the trial test apparatus via the buffer 134 and the relay board 70. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 134 and supplies it to the test test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits a signal line of a switch detection signal that does not pass through the buffer, and the like. ing. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selected and controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

  In addition, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140 and is connected to the data bus 140 to open a special variation winning device 38 (a large winning opening solenoid) 38b and a solenoid (normal electric solenoid) 37c to open a movable member 37b of the normal variation winning device 37. The third output port 135 for outputting the opening / closing data of the LED and the ON / OFF data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED of the collective display device 50 is connected. A fourth output port 136 for outputting ON / OFF data of the segment line connected to the anode terminal, and a fifth output port 137 for outputting information related to the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal 71 are provided. It has been. Information relating to the gaming machine 10 output from the external information terminal 71 is supplied to, for example, an information collection terminal installed in a game store or a game hall internal management device (not shown).

  Further, the output unit 130 receives the opening / closing data signal of the big prize opening solenoid 38b output from the third output port 135, and receives the solenoid driving signal and the opening / closing data signal of the power solenoid 37c to generate the solenoid driving signal. A first driver (drive circuit) 138a for outputting, a second driver 138b for outputting an on / off drive signal for a digit line on the current drawing side of the collective display device 50 outputted from the third output port 135, and a fourth output port 136 The external information signal supplied to the external device such as the management device from the third driver 138c and the fifth output port 137 for outputting the ON / OFF drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the collective display device 50 output from the external information A fourth driver 138d for outputting to the terminal 71 is provided.

  The first driver 138a is supplied with DC32V from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage so that a solenoid operating at 32V can be driven. Also, DC12V is supplied to the third driver 138c that drives the segment lines of the collective display device 50. Since the second driver 138b for driving the digit line is for extracting the digit line corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V. The third driver 138c that outputs 12V causes a current to flow to the anode terminal of the LED via the segment line, and the second driver 138b that outputs the ground potential extracts the current via the segment line from the cathode terminal. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs sequentially selected in step 1 so as to be lit. The fourth driver 138d that outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal 71 is supplied with DC12V in order to give the external information signal a level of 12V. Note that the buffer 134, the third output port 135, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output board 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

  Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to the external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured to be capable of two-way communication so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can transmit and receive data to and from the inspection device 500 through serial communication. Note that such data transmission / reception is performed using a serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 as in the case of a general general-purpose microprocessor, and therefore, ports such as the input ports 122 and 123 are not provided.

  Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. The production control device 300 includes a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 composed of an amusement chip (IC) as with the game microcomputer 111, and a video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 that performs video control exclusively under the control of the 1st CPU 311. , VDP (Video Display Processor) 313 as a graphic processor that performs image processing for video display on the display device 41 in accordance with commands and data from the 2nd CPU 312 and various melody and sound effects are reproduced from the speakers 19a and 19b. The sound source LSI 314 for controlling the sound output is provided.

  The main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are connected to program ROMs 321 and 322 each composed of a PROM (programmable read only memory) storing a program executed by each CPU. Is connected to an image ROM 323 storing character images and video data, and a sound ROM 324 storing sound data is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 analyzes the command from the game microcomputer 111, decides the contents of the presentation, instructs the video control microcomputer 312 about the contents of the output video, and instructs the sound source LSI 314 about the reproduced sound. Then, processing such as lighting of the decoration lamp, motor drive control, and production time management is executed. RAMs that provide work areas for the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are provided in the respective chips. Note that the RAM that provides the work area may be provided outside the chip.

  Although not particularly limited, the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 and the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the sound source LSI 314 are serially connected. Data transmission / reception is performed, and data transmission / reception is performed in parallel with the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 and between the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and the VDP 313. By transmitting and receiving data in parallel, commands and data can be transmitted in a shorter time than in the case of serial. The VDP 313 includes an ultra-high speed VRAM (video RAM) 313a used for developing and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 323, and a scaler for enlarging and reducing images. 313b, a signal conversion circuit 313c that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by an LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method, and the like are provided.

  A vertical synchronization signal VSYNC is input from the VDP 313 to the main control microcomputer 311 in order to synchronize the image of the display device 41 and the lighting of the decorative lamps provided on the front frame 12 and the game board 30. In addition, the VDP 313 notifies the video control microcomputer 312 that it is waiting to receive an interrupt signal INT0-n and a command or data from the video control microcomputer 312 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing in the VRAM. A wait signal WAIT is input. Further, the video control microcomputer 312 receives from the main control microcomputer 311 a synchronization signal SYNC that informs that the video control microcomputer 312 is operating normally and gives command transmission timing. A call signal CTS and a response signal RTS are exchanged between the main control microcomputer 311 and the tone generator LSI 314 in order to transmit and receive commands and data in the handshake method.

  Note that the video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 uses a CPU that is faster or more expensive than the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311. By providing a video control microcomputer (2ndCPU) 312 separately from the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 and sharing the processing, it is possible to display a fast moving image on a large screen that is difficult to achieve with the main control microcomputer (1stCPU) 311 alone. It is possible to display on the display device 41, and it is possible to suppress an increase in cost compared to the case where two CPUs having processing capabilities equivalent to the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312 are used. Also, by providing two CPUs, it becomes possible to separately develop the control programs for the two CPUs in parallel, thereby shortening the development period of the new model.

  In addition, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. A variation start command, a customer waiting demo command, a fanfare command, a probability information command, an error designation command, and the like transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 via the command I / F 331 are used as an effect control command signal. Receive. Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC 5V and the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC 3.3V, the command I / F 331 has a signal level conversion function. Is provided.

  The effect control device 300 includes a panel decoration LED control circuit 332 for driving and controlling a panel decoration device 42 having LEDs (light emitting diodes) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40), and the front frame 12. Frame decoration LED control circuit 333 for driving and controlling a frame decoration device (for example, the frame decoration device 18 and the like) having LEDs (light emitting diodes) and board effects provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect motor / SOL control circuit 334 for driving and controlling a device (for example, an electric accessory that enhances effect effects in cooperation with effect display on the display device 41), and a motor (for example, the moving device) provided on the front frame 12 A frame effect motor control circuit 335 for driving and controlling the light 45 is provided. These control circuits 332 to 335 for driving and controlling lamps, motors, solenoids and the like are connected to a main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 via an address / data bus 304.

  Further, the effect control device 300 includes an on / off state of a switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the front frame 12 and an effect motor switch for detecting the initial position of the motor in the panel effect device 44. A switch input circuit 336 for detecting and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311; an amplifier circuit 337a including an audio power amplifier for driving an upper speaker 19a provided on the front frame 12; An amplifier circuit 337b for driving the lower speaker 19b is provided.

  The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply apparatus 400 drives a motor or a solenoid to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control apparatus 300 having the above-described configuration and electronic components controlled thereby. DC32V for driving the display device 41 composed of a liquid crystal panel, DC5V serving as the power supply voltage for the command I / F 331, DC18V for driving the LED and speaker, and a reference for these DC voltages It is configured to generate a voltage of NDC 24V used to turn on the monitor lamp. Further, when an LSI that operates at a low voltage such as 3.3 V or 1.2 V is used as the main control microcomputer (1st CPU) 311 or the video control microcomputer (2nd CPU) 312, DC 3. The effect control device 300 is provided with a DC-DC converter for generating 3V or DC 1.2V. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

  The reset signal RST generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply apparatus 400 includes a main control microcomputer 311, a video control microcomputer 312, a VDP 313, a sound source LSI 314, control circuits 332 to 335 for driving and controlling lamps and motors, speakers, and the like. Are supplied to the amplifier circuits 337a and 337b, which are in a reset state. In this embodiment, a general-purpose port of the video control microcomputer 312 is used to generate and supply a reset signal to the VDP 313. Thereby, the cooperation of the operations of the video control microcomputer 312 and the VDP 313 can be improved.

  Next, game control performed in these control circuits will be described. The CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 extracts a random number value for hit determination of the normal figure based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a provided to the normal figure start gate 34, and the ROM 111B. Is compared with the determination value stored in the table, and a process of determining whether or not the normal variation display game is missed is performed. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the general symbol display 53, a processing for displaying a general symbol variation display game to be stopped is performed. When the result of the normal map fluctuation display game is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the general map display 53, the general electric solenoid 37c is operated, and the opening / closing members 37b and 37b of the normal variable prize winning device 37 are set in advance. Time (for example, 0.3 seconds) is controlled to be released as described above. In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of order, control is performed on the general map display 53 to display the result form of the shift.

  Further, a start winning (starting memory) is stored based on an input of a detection signal of a game ball from a starting port 1 switch 36a provided in the starting winning port 36, and based on this start memory, the first special figure variation display game is stored. The big hit determination random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining whether or not the first special figure variation display game is missed is performed. In addition, the start memory is stored based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port 2 switch 37a provided in the normal variation winning device 37, and based on this start memory, for the big hit determination of the second special figure variable display game A random number value is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 111B, and a process of determining whether or not the second special figure variation display game is missed is performed.

  Then, the CPU 111 </ b> A of the game control device 100 outputs a control signal (effect control command) including the determination results of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game to the effect control device 300. Then, after the identification symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52, a special figure variation display game for stopping display is displayed. In addition, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the display device 41 performs a process of displaying the decoration special figure change display game corresponding to the special figure change display game. Furthermore, in the production control device 300, based on the control signal from the game control device 100, the sound output from the speakers 19a and 19b, the process of controlling the light emission of various LEDs, and the like are performed.

  Then, the CPU 111A of the game control device 100 displays the special result mode on the special figure 1 display 51 or the special figure 2 display 52 and generates a special gaming state when the result of the special figure variation display game is a win. To perform the process. In the process of generating the special game state, the CPU 111A performs control for allowing the game ball to flow into the special winning opening by, for example, opening the open / close door 38c of the special variable winning apparatus 38 by the special winning opening solenoid 38b. . 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 opening until one is made 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). Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the special figure 1 display 51 and the special figure 2 display 52 are controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a probability change state as a game state after the special game state ends based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. This probability variation state is a state (high probability state) in which the probability of a hit result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. In addition, the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game, regardless of which one of the first special figure variation display game and the second special figure variation display game results in a certain variation state. Both display games are in a probable state. That is, the probability that the game control device 100 controls the probability state, which is the probability of occurrence of the special game state, after the special game state is ended by either the normal probability state or the high probability state higher than the normal probability state. It serves as a variation control means.

  In addition, the game control device 100 can generate a short time state as a game state after the special game state is ended based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game. In this time-short state, control is performed so that the normal-variation display game and the normal variation winning device 37 are in the time-short operation state. Specifically, in the short-time state, the execution time of the above-described usual-variable display game is controlled to be a second variable display time shorter than the first variable display time (for example, 10 seconds is 1 second). Thus, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 37 per unit time is controlled to be substantially increased. Further, in the short time state, when the normal variation winning device 37 is released as a result of the normal variation display game being won, the release time becomes a second release time longer than the first release time in the normal state. (For example, 0.3 seconds is 1.7 seconds). In the short-time state, the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 37 is not the first opening number of one time but a plurality of times of two or more times (for example, (3 times) the second number of times of opening. It should be noted that the execution time of the normal variation display game is set to the second variation display time (for example, 1 second), and the release mode of the normal variation winning device 37 is the second release time (for example, 1.7). Second), and the number of times of opening with respect to one hit result of the normal variation display game is the second number of times of opening (for example, 3 times), either one or both may be performed. May be. In the short-time operation state, control may be performed so that the probability of a hit result of the normal-variable display game is higher than that in the normal operation state. As a result, the game ball can easily win the normal variation winning device 37, and the second special figure variation display game can be easily started.

  In addition, the time variation operation state of the probability variation state, the normal variation display game, and the normal variation prize winning device 37 can be generated independently, and both can be generated at the same time, or only one can be generated. Is possible.

  Next, control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control apparatus 100 will be described. The control process by the gaming microcomputer 111 mainly includes a main process shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 and a timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 8 performed at a predetermined time period (for example, 4 msec).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIG. 6, an interrupt vector setting process (step S1) for setting a jump destination vector address to be executed when an interrupt occurs is first performed after an interrupt prohibition process (step S1). S2), a stack pointer setting process (step S3) for setting a stack pointer that is the start address of an area in which a value of a register or the like is saved when an interrupt occurs, and an interrupt mode setting process (step S4) for setting an interrupt processing mode. )I do.

  Next, in order to wait for the program of the payout control apparatus (payout board) 200 to start up normally, for example, a time of 4 msec is waited (step S5). As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 first rises and the command is sent to the payout control device 200 before the payout control device 200 starts up, so that the payout control device 200 avoids losing the command. be able to. Thereafter, access to a readable / writable RWM (read / write memory) such as a RAM or EEPROM is permitted, and all output ports are set to off (no output) (steps S6 and S7). In addition, the serial port ((port previously installed in the gaming microcomputer 111) is not used in this embodiment because it is in parallel communication with the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300). Processing is performed (step S8).

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the initialization switch in the power supply device 400 is turned on (step S9). Here, if it is determined that the initialization switch is off (step S9; No), in step S10, after checking the data of the power failure inspection area in the RWM, it is determined whether or not the power failure is restored (step S11). If it is determined in step S11 that the power failure has been restored (step S11; Yes), the process proceeds to step S12, and a process of calculating data called a checksum and whether the calculated checksum is normal or abnormal are determined (step S13). If it is determined in step S9 that the initialization switch is on (step S9; Yes), if it is determined in step S11 that the power failure is not restored (step S11; No), and if the checksum is not normal in step S13 (step If it is determined as S13; No), the process jumps to step S20 in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S13 that the checksum is normal (step S13; Yes), the process proceeds to step S14 in FIG. 7, and a power failure occurs in the area to be initialized in the RWM (read / write memory: RAM in the embodiment). After the initial value at the time of recovery is saved (stored), the area related to error and fraud monitoring is reset (step S15). Next, an area for storing the gaming state in the RWM is examined to determine whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state (step S16). If it is determined that the probability is not high (step S16; No), steps S17 and S18 are skipped and the process proceeds to step S19.

  If it is determined in step S16 that the probability is high (step S16; Yes), a high probability notification flag is set in the collective display device 50 after the high probability notification flag is set in step S17. The display 58) is set to ON (lighted) (step S18), and the process proceeds to step S19. In step S19, a process for transmitting a power restoration command corresponding to a process number prepared for rationally executing a special figure game process described later is performed to the effect control device 300, and the process proceeds to step S23.

  On the other hand, when jumping from step S9, S11, S13 to step S20, the work area in the RAM used by the CPU is first reset, and then the initial value at power-on is saved in the area to be initialized (step S21). Then, in step S22, a process of transmitting a power-on command to the effect control device 300 is performed, and the process proceeds to step S23. In step S23, a process of starting a CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in the gaming microcomputer 111 (clock generator) is performed.

  The CTC circuit is provided in a clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator divides an oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the crystal oscillator 113, and a timer interrupt signal having a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) for the CPU 111A based on the divided signal. And a CTC circuit for generating a signal CTC that gives a trigger for updating a random number to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.

  After the CTC activation process in step S23, a process for activating and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step S24). Specifically, the CPU 111A performs setting of a code (specified value) for starting the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. Then, the values of the predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at the time of power-on are changed to various initial value random numbers (random numbers for determining the big hit symbol (big hit symbol random number 1, big hit symbol random number 2) Then, an initial value (start value) of a random number (a random number for determining a normal hit) is saved in a predetermined area of the RWM, and then an interrupt is permitted (step S26). The random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in this embodiment is configured so that the initial value of the soft random number register changes every time the power is turned on, and this value is used as an initial value (start value) of various initial value random numbers. By doing so, it is possible to break the regularity of random numbers generated by software, making it difficult for a player to obtain illegal random numbers.

  Subsequently, an initial value random number update process (step S27) is performed to update the values of various initial value random numbers to break the regularity of the random numbers. In the present embodiment, although not particularly limited, the big hit random number is configured to be generated using a random number (big hit random number) generated in a random number generation circuit. That is, the big hit random number is a hard random number generated by hardware, and the big hit symbol random number, the hit random number, and the variation pattern random number are soft random numbers generated by software.

  After the initial value random number update process in step S27, the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read through the port and data bus and checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S28). If no power failure has occurred (step S28; No), the process returns to step S27, and the initial value random number update processing and the power failure monitoring signal check (loop processing) are repeated. By permitting an interrupt before the initial value random number update process (step S27) (step S26), when a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number update process, the interrupt process is preferentially executed. Can be prevented from being interrupted by waiting for the initial value random number update process.

  Note that the initial value random number update process in step S27 includes a method of performing the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process in addition to the main process. In order to avoid execution of value random number update processing, when performing initial value random number update processing in the main processing, it is necessary to disable interrupt and then update to cancel the interrupt. If the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process is not performed in the main process and only the main process is performed, there is no problem even if the interrupt is canceled before the initial value random number update process. There is an advantage that it is simplified.

  If it is determined in step S28 that a power failure has occurred (step S28; Yes), processing for temporarily prohibiting interruption (step S29) and processing for turning off all output ports (step S30) are performed. After that, the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area (step S31) and the process of calculating the checksum when the RWM is turned off (step S32) are performed, and access to the RWM is prohibited. After performing the process (step S33), it waits for the power supply of the gaming machine to be cut off. In this way, the check data is saved in the power failure recovery inspection area and the checksum at the time of power shutdown is calculated, so that whether or not the information stored in the RWM before the power shutdown is correctly backed up can be checked. This can be determined when the power is turned on again.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. As shown in FIG. 8, the timer interrupt process is started when a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator is input to the CPU 111A. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111A, the timer interrupt process of FIG. 8 is started.

  When the timer interrupt process is started, a register saving process (step S41) is performed in which a value held in a predetermined register is first transferred to the RWM. In the Z80 microcomputer used as the gaming microcomputer in this embodiment, the processing can be replaced by saving the value held in the front register to the back register. Next, an input process (step S42) for taking in inputs from various sensors (start port 1 switch 36a, start port 2 switch 37a, gate switch 34a, count switch 38a, etc.), that is, reading the state of each input port. )I do. Then, based on the output data set in various processes, an output process (step S43) for performing drive control of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening SOL38b, general electric power SOL37c) is performed.

  Next, command transmission processing (step S44), random number update processing 1 (step S45), random number update processing 2 (step S46) is performed. Thereafter, it is monitored whether a normal signal is input from the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the usual gate switch 34a, the winning port switch 35a... 35n, and the count switch 38a. A prize opening switch / error monitoring process (step S47) is performed to determine whether the front frame and the glass frame are open. Also, a special figure game process (step S48) for performing a process related to the special figure variation display game and a general figure game process (step S49) for performing a process related to the common figure variation display game are performed.

  Next, a segment LED editing process (step S50) that is provided in the gaming machine 10 and drives a segment LED that displays special information variation game and various information related to the game to display desired contents, and a magnetic sensor switch 61. And the magnet fraud monitoring process (step S51) which checks the detection signal from the vibration sensor switch 62 and determines whether there is any abnormality is performed. Then, external information editing processing (step S52) for setting a signal to be output to various external devices in the output buffer is performed. Subsequently, a process of clearing the interrupt request and declaring the end of the interrupt (step S53), a process of restoring the register data saved in step S41 (step S54), and a process of permitting an interrupt (step S54) Step S55) is performed, and the timer interrupt process is terminated.

[Special Figure Game Processing]
Next, details of the special game process (step S48) in the above-described timer interrupt process will be described. In the special figure game process, the input of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is monitored, the entire 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 game process, first, a start switch monitoring process (step A1) for monitoring the winnings of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a is performed. In the start port switch monitoring process, when a game ball is won in the normal variable winning device 37 that forms the start winning port 36 and the second starting winning port, various random numbers (such as big hit random numbers) are extracted, and a special feature based on the winning is obtained. Prior to the start of the figure variation 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 start port switch monitoring process (step A1) will be described later.

  Next, a count switch monitoring process (step A2) is performed. In this count switch monitoring process, a process of monitoring the count number of the count switch 38a provided in the special variation winning device 38 is performed.

  Next, the special figure game process timer is updated (-1) to check whether or not the game process timer has expired (step A3), and the special figure game process timer has expired (step A4; If the determination is Yes), a special figure game sequence branch table to be referred to for branching to a process corresponding to the special figure game process number is set in the register (step A5), and the special figure game is used using the table. A process (step A6) of acquiring a branch destination address of the process corresponding to the process number is performed. Then, after performing the process of saving the return address after the branch process to the stack area (step A7), the game branch process (step A8) is performed according to the game process number.

  If the game process number is “0” in step A8, the fluctuation start of the special figure fluctuation display game is monitored, the fluctuation start setting of the special figure fluctuation display game, the setting of effects, and the special figure fluctuation processing A special figure routine process (step A9) for setting information necessary for the execution is performed.

  If the game process number is “1” in step A8, the special figure changing process for setting the stop display time of the special figure and setting the information necessary for performing the special figure display process is performed. (Step A10) is performed.

  In step A8, if the game process number is “2”, if the game result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, the fanfare command setting corresponding to the big hit type (2R big hit or 15R big hit) Special chart display processing (step A11) for setting the fanfare time according to the big winning opening opening pattern of each jackpot (2R jackpot or 15R jackpot), setting information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval processing, etc. Do.

  In step A8, when the game process number is “3”, setting of the opening time of the big prize opening, updating of the number of times of opening, setting of information necessary for performing the processing during opening of the big prize opening, etc. are performed. Processing during fanfare / interval (step A12) is performed.

  In step A8, if the game process number is “4”, an interval command is set if the big hit round is not the final round, while a big hit end screen command is set if the big round is the final round, A large winning opening opening process (step A13) for setting information necessary for performing the winning opening remaining ball processing is performed.

  If the game process number is “5” in step A8, if the big hit round is the final round, a process for setting a time for discharging the remaining balls in the big prize opening and a big hit end process are performed. A big winning opening remaining ball process (step A14) for setting information necessary for the execution is performed.

  If the game process number is “6” in step A8, a big hit end process (step A15) for setting information necessary for performing the special figure routine process (step A9) is performed.

  Thereafter, each data of the table prepared by the branch process is saved in the work area of the RWM (step A16). And after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 1 indicator 51 (step A17), the symbol fluctuation | variation control process (step A18) which concerns on the special figure 1 indicator 51 is performed. Then, after preparing the table for controlling the fluctuation | variation of the special figure 2 indicator 52 (step A19), the symbol fluctuation | variation control process (step A20) which concerns on the special figure 2 indicator 52 is performed.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A4 that the special figure game process timer has not expired (step A4; No), the process proceeds to step A17, and the subsequent processes are performed.

[Starter switch monitoring process]
Next, details of the start port switch monitoring process in the above-described special figure game process will be described. As shown in FIG. 10, in the start port switch monitoring process, first, a table for setting a start port winning effect command by the start winning port 36 (first start port) is prepared (step A111), and further, the first start port is set. After preparing the table for setting the hold information by (Step A112), the special start port switch common processing (Step A113) is performed. The details of the special figure start port switch common process in step A113 will be described later together with the special figure start port switch common process in step A120.

  Next, it is checked whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (ordinary variation winning device 37) is in operation, that is, whether or not the ordinary variation winning device 37 is activated and the game ball can be won. (Step A114) If it is determined that the ordinary electric accessory is in operation (Step A115; Yes), the process proceeds to Step A118, and the subsequent processes are performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A115 that the ordinary electric accessory is not operating (step A115; No), it is checked whether the number of fraudulent winnings to the normal variation winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the fraud occurrence determination number (step A116), a process of determining whether or not the number of fraudulent winnings is equal to or greater than the fraud determination number (step A117). The normal variation winning device 37 cannot win a game ball in the closed state, and can win a game ball only in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or fraud has occurred. When there is a game ball won in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of illegal wins. Then, it is determined whether or not the number of illegal winnings thus counted is equal to or greater than a predetermined fraud occurrence determination number (upper limit value).

  If it is determined in step A117 that the number of fraudulent winnings is not greater than or equal to the number of fraud determinations (step A117; No), a table is prepared for setting a start opening winning effect command by the normal variation winning device 37 (starting opening 2) (step A118). ).

  Thereafter, after preparing a table for setting information on hold by the start port 2 (step A119), the special start port switch common process (step A120) is performed, and the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. If it is determined in step A117 that the number of illegal winnings is equal to or greater than the number of fraud determinations (step A117; Yes), the start port switch monitoring process is terminated. That is, the second start memory is not generated any more.

[Special figure start port switch common processing]
Next, details of the special start port switch common process (steps A113 and A120) in the start port switch monitoring process described above will be described. The special figure start port switch common process is a process performed in common for each input when there is an input from the start port 1 switch 36a or the start port 2 switch 37a.

  As shown in FIG. 11, in the special figure start port switch common processing, first, of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, an input is made to the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a). Is checked (step A201), and if it is determined that there is no input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; No), the special-purpose start port switch common process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A202 that there is an input to the monitored start port switch (step A202; Yes), after saving the start port winning flag of the monitored start port switch (step A203), the big hit random number Is loaded (a big hit random number is extracted) (step A204).

  Subsequently, of the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, information regarding the number of winnings to the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a) is sent to the management device outside the gaming machine 10. On the other hand, the number of times output (starting port signal control output number) is loaded (step A205). Then, the loaded value is updated (+1), it is checked whether or not the output count overflows (step A206), and if it is determined that the output count does not overflow (step A207; No), the updated value is set to RWM. Is saved in the start port signal output frequency area (step A208), and the process proceeds to step A209. On the other hand, if it is determined in step A207 that the number of outputs does not overflow (step A207; Yes), the process proceeds to step A209.

  Then, in step A209, among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a, the update target special figure holding corresponding to the monitored start port switch (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a, etc.) is held (start memory). It is checked whether or not the number is less than the upper limit value (step A209), and processing for determining whether or not the special figure holding number is less than the upper limit value (step A210) is performed.

  If it is determined in step A210 that the number of special figure hold is less than the upper limit (step A210; Yes), a process for updating (+1) the number of special figure hold to be updated (for example, the special figure 1 hold number) ( After performing step A211), processing for calculating the address of the random number save area corresponding to the special figure reservation number (step A212) is performed. Subsequently, after preparing the decoration special figure reservation number command (MODE) of the start port switch to be monitored (for example, the start port 1 switch 36a) among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A213). ), Load the jackpot symbol random number of the start switch to be monitored (extract the jackpot symbol random number) (step A214), and prepare a decoration special symbol hold number command (ACTION) corresponding to the number of special symbol hold (step) A215), command setting processing (step A216) is performed.

  The jackpot random number is saved in the RWM random number save area (step A217), and the corresponding jackpot symbol random number is saved in the RWM random number save area, and the jackpot symbol random number is saved in the register (step A218). . Next, the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number 1 is loaded (the fluctuation pattern random number 1 is extracted), the loaded value is saved in the random number saving area of the RWM (step A219), and then the corresponding fluctuation pattern random number 2 is loaded ( (Variable pattern random number 2 is extracted), the loaded value is saved in the random number save area of the RWM (step A220), and then the corresponding variable pattern random number 3 is loaded (variable pattern random number 3 is extracted) and the loaded value Is saved in the random number saving area of the RWM (step A221). Here, the RWM (RAM 111C) extracts various random numbers based on the inflow of game balls into the start area of the start winning opening 36 and the normal variation winning apparatus 37, and uses the extracted various random numbers as a start memory for a predetermined upper limit. Start-up storage means capable of storing up to a number. It can be said that the start storage means is a means capable of storing a start right for executing the variable display game within a predetermined upper limit number as start storage.

  Subsequently, the jackpot symbol random number corresponding to the monitored start port switch saved in the register in step A218 is loaded, and the loaded value is prepared for use in the special figure hold information determination process (step A223) described later. (Step A222). Then, a special figure hold information determination process (step A223) is performed, and the special figure start port switch common process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A210 that the special figure hold number is not less than the upper limit (step A210; No), it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a. (Step A224), if it is determined that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is (Step A225; Yes), a decoration special figure hold number command (overflow command) is prepared (Step A226), and command setting processing (Step A227) ) To complete the special figure start port switch common process. On the other hand, when it is determined in step A225 that the input of the start port 1 switch 36a is not input (step A225; No), the special drawing start port switch common process is terminated.

[Special figure hold information judgment processing]
Next, the details of the special figure hold information determination process (step A223) in the above-described start port switch common process will be described. The special figure hold information determination process is a look-ahead process for determining the result related information corresponding to the start memory before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the corresponding start memory.

  As shown in FIG. 12, first, it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common process is the input of the start port 2 switch 37a (step A231). If it is determined that the input of the two switches 37a is not input (step A232; No), it is determined whether or not the open extension function of the normal variation winning device 37 is operating, that is, the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported (during the short-time operation state). (Step A233) is performed. Here, if it is determined that the normal variation winning device 37 is not being supported (step A233; No), a process of determining whether or not the gaming machine 10 is in a big hit (special game state) (step A234) is performed.

  If it is determined in step A234 that the jackpot is not being hit (step A234; No), the jackpot determination process for determining whether or not the acquired jackpot random number value matches the jackpot determination value is a jackpot determination process (step A235) is performed.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step A233 that the normally variable winning device 37 is being supported (step A233; Yes), or if it is determined in step A234 that it is a big hit (step A234). ; Yes), the special figure hold information determination process is terminated. In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special-purpose start port switch common processing is the start port 1 switch 36a, when the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or is a big hit, the start memory is stored in the start memory. The prefetch process for determining the corresponding result related information is not performed.

  If it is determined in step A232 that the input is the start port 2 switch 37a (step A232; Yes), the process proceeds to step A235 without performing the processes in step A233 and step A234. The subsequent processing is performed. In other words, when the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special figure start port switch common processing is the start port 2 switch 37a, the start is performed regardless of whether the normal variation winning device 37 is being supported or the big hit. A prefetching process for determining the result related information corresponding to the storage is performed.

  And after performing the process (step A236) which sets a loss information table, if it determines with the determination result of the big hit determination process in step A235 not being a big hit (step A237; No), a process will transfer to step A245. On the other hand, if it is determined that the determination result of the jackpot determination process in step A235 is a jackpot (step A237; Yes), the jackpot symbol random number check table 1 is prepared (step A238).

  Next, it is checked whether or not the input of the start port switch according to step A202 of the special processing of the start port switch is the input of the start port 1 switch 36a (step A239), and it is not the input of the start port 1 switch 36a. If it determines with (step A240; No), it replaces with the jackpot symbol random number check table 1 prepared at step A238, and the jackpot symbol random number check table 2 is prepared (step A241). Then, after performing a process of acquiring a winning information pointer corresponding to the jackpot symbol random number (step A242), a process of setting the address table of the jackpot information table (step A243) is performed, and the jackpot information corresponding to the winning information pointer A process of acquiring a table (step A244) is performed. If it is determined in step A240 that the input is the start port 1 switch 36a (step A240; Yes), the process proceeds to step A242, and the big hit symbol random number check table 1 prepared in step A238 is displayed. Based on this, the subsequent processing is performed.

  Next, a process for obtaining start opening prize effect information from the jackpot information table (step A245) is performed, and the start opening prize effect information is saved in the symbol information area for work of the RWM (step A246). Subsequently, a process for obtaining a start opening prize effect symbol command from the jackpot information table (step A247) is performed, and the start opening prize effect symbol command is saved in the winning effect symbol command area of the RWM (step A248).

  Next, after preparing the start port winning flag of the start port switch to be monitored among the start port 1 switch 36a and the start port 2 switch 37a (step A249), the special information set for the start port to be monitored Special figure information setting processing (step A250) is performed. Subsequently, after performing the latter half variation pattern setting process (step A251) for setting the latter half variation pattern among the variation modes in the special figure variation display game, the variation pattern setting process (step A251) is performed. Step A252) is performed. Note that the special figure information setting process in step A250, the latter half fluctuation pattern setting process in step A251, and the fluctuation pattern setting process in step A252 are the special figure information setting process, the latter half fluctuation pattern setting process, the fluctuation pattern in the special figure routine process, respectively. This is the same as the setting process.

  Then, a start opening winning effect command corresponding to the variation pattern is prepared (step A253), and a command setting process (step A254) is performed. Subsequently, a start opening winning effect command command is loaded and prepared from the winning effect symbol command area (step A255), a command setting process (step A256) is performed, and the special figure hold information determination process is terminated. In other words, a start opening prize command command is prepared in step A253, and a starting opening prize drawing command command is prepared in step A255, so that the determination result (prefetch result) of the result related information corresponding to the start memory can be handled. The effect control device 300 can be notified before the start timing of the special figure variation display game based on the starting memory to be performed, and in particular, by changing the number of special figure hold displayed on the display device 41, the special figure The result related information can be notified to the player before the start timing of the variable display game.

  In the special figure routine processing, when the special figure start memory is large at the start of the special figure change display game (for example, when it is an upper limit value), the special figure start memory is used to quickly digest the special figure start memory. A very short fluctuation pattern (so-called quick stop) is selected. However, in the special figure holding information determination process, the number of special figure starting memories when the special figure variation display game based on the target special figure starting memory is started is unknown. Therefore, in the variation pattern information included in the start opening winning effect command, the variation pattern information set when the variation pattern having an extremely short variation time is not selected is set. In the production control device 300, may there be a possibility that a variation pattern having an extremely short variation time may be selected from the variation pattern information included in the received start opening prize production command depending on the number of special figure starting memories at the start of variation? Whether or not can be determined. Therefore, when performing a process related to the notice effect, the notice effect is set on the assumption that the variation pattern changes depending on the number of special figure starting memories when the special figure fluctuation display game is started.

  That is, the game control device 100 serves as a pre-determination unit that determines in advance the random number value stored as the start memory before the execution of the variable display game corresponding to the start memory. Note that the time when the random number value stored in correspondence with the start memory is determined in advance is not only at the start winning time when the start memory is generated, but any time before the variable display game based on the start memory is performed. Good. In addition, the prior determination may be performed by the game control device 100 that controls the game, or may be performed by the effect control device 300 that controls the effect. Further, both may be performed. Further, it may be determined in advance that a specific result mode (for example, a special result mode) is obtained, or may be determined in advance to be a reach result mode, or both. In addition, although the determination determines the random value for determining the jackpot and the random value for determining the variation pattern, the stop result mode and the variation pattern determined by the random value may be determined.

  In addition, the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment can notify in advance before the execution of the special figure variation display game that the special figure variation display game is in a specific mode based on the determination result of the prior determination means. It has become. The special figure variation display game is in a specific mode when, for example, a special gaming state occurs (a special result mode is derived) or a specific reach (SP reach). Further, not only when notifying the derivation of a specific mode but also when the specific mode is not derived, the notification can be executed. That is, even when the mode is a mode other than the specific mode, it is possible to execute an effect similar to the previous announcement (so-called “gasse announcement”). This advance notice is made by a decorative special figure start memory display 600 displayed corresponding to the special figure start memory.

  FIG. 13 shows a display mode on the display device 41. As shown in FIG. 13 (a), below the area for displaying the identification information, a decoration special figure start storage display area 610 for displaying a decoration special figure start storage display corresponding to the special figure start storage is set. . This decoration special figure starting memory display area is provided with a running display area 611 for displaying a decoration special figure starting memory display 600 for the special figure starting memory corresponding to the currently executed special figure fluctuation display game on the leftmost side. Yes. An unexecuted display area 612 for displaying a decoration special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory that has not yet executed the special figure variation display game is provided on the right side of the display area 611 during execution. .

  The non-execution display area 612 corresponds to the special figure 1 start memory display area 612a for displaying the decorative special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory and the special figure 2 start memory as shown in FIG. 16, for example. The special figure start memory display area 612b for displaying the decoration special figure start memory display 600 is divided. For example, the special figure 1 start memory display area 612a is set in the lower stage, and the special figure 2 start memory display area 612b is set in the upper stage. Is set.

  The decorative special figure start memory display 600 in the non-executed display area 612 is one display corresponding to one special figure start memory, and is displayed from the left side in the stored order. That is, the decoration special figure start memory display 600 at the left end corresponds to the earliest (oldest) special figure start memory. When the special figure variation display game based on the earliest special figure start memory is started, the corresponding leftmost decorative special figure start memory display 600 moves to the display area 611 during execution and changes, and is still digested. The decorative special figure starting memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure starting memory that is not displayed is sequentially moved to the left and displayed.

  Moreover, based on the determination result of the predetermination means in the decoration special figure start memory display of the non-execution display area 612, like the rightmost decoration special figure start storage display in the non-execution display area 612 shown in FIG. By displaying the display mode in a notice display mode different from the normal display mode, it is possible to suggest the result of the special figure variation display game.

  As shown in FIG. 13 (c), there are four types of display modes of the decorative special figure start memory display 600 in the non-executed display area 612, a normal display mode indicated by a white circle, and a black display mode. There are a first notice display form indicated by a circle, a second notice display form indicated by a white star, and a third notice display form indicated by a black star. These display modes differ in the possibility that a special result mode will be derived in a special figure variation display game based on the corresponding special chart start memory and will be in a special gaming state or a specific reach (different degrees of reliability). Is.

  That is, depending on the display mode, the probability of a special game state being derived in a special figure variation display game and the probability of being in a special gaming state or a specific reach differs, and the probability (reliability) is higher than that of the first notice display mode. The second notice display mode is higher, and the third notice display mode is higher than the second notice display mode. However, the normal display mode is a state in which no notice is executed, and the reliability is indefinite. In other words, the reliability of the notice is the high possibility that a special result mode will be derived in the special figure variation display game based on the special figure start memory that made the notice. It can be said that there is a high possibility of becoming an aspect. In other words, for the start memory that derives the special result mode, there is a high possibility that the notice effect having higher reliability than the start memory that does not derive the special result mode is selected.

  The notice display mode is displayed instead of the normal display mode when the special figure start memory display 600 is displayed with the occurrence of the special figure start memory, and this notice display mode is displayed. At that time, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect, and the occurrence of the start memory to be notified is clearly notified. In the normal display mode, no sound effect is output. In the drawings used in the following description, the output of the sound effect is expressed by displaying a symbol imitating a speaker, for example, as shown in FIG.

  The mode of the notice in the decorative special figure start memory display 600 is not limited to the above-described one, but it is a normal start memory display such as changing the color, shape, size, transparency, or adding another image. Any display mode different from the normal display mode may be used. In addition, although there are three types of notices, other types may be used.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 13D, there are four types of display modes of the decoration special figure start memory display 600 in the display area 611 during execution. The normal display mode indicated by “?”, “ There are a first specific display mode indicated as “re”, a second specific display mode indicated as “SP”, and a third specific display mode indicated as “present”. The 1st specific display mode shown as "Li" suggests that the special figure fluctuation display game under execution becomes reach. In addition, it does not completely deny that it will be SP reach. The second specific display mode indicated as “SP” suggests that the special figure variation display game being executed is SP reach. This SP reach (special reach) has a longer execution time than normal reach. Also, the probability of being selected when a big hit occurs is higher than normal reach (high reliability). Furthermore, the special reach includes a plurality of types of special reach such as special 1 reach (SP1 reach), special 2 reach (SP2 reach), and special 3 reach (SP3 reach). The 3rd specific display mode shown as "this" suggests that the result of the special figure fluctuation display game being executed becomes the special result mode. The normal display mode indicating “?” Does not suggest a variation pattern or result of the special-figure variation display game being executed. In addition, it does not completely deny that the variation pattern becomes reach and the result becomes a special result mode.

  Since the SP reach has higher reliability than the normal reach, it can be said that the second specific display mode indicated as “SP” is higher in reliability than the first specific display mode indicated as “re”. In addition, it can be said that the third specific display mode indicated as “correct” has a reliability of 100%. That is, the decorative special figure start memory display 600 in the display area 611 during execution also notifies the reliability, and the reliability is higher in the second specific display mode than in the first specific display mode, and the second specific display mode is displayed. The third specific display mode is higher than the display mode. However, the reliability of the normal display mode indicated by “?” Is indefinite. In addition, the display mode in the decorative special figure start memory display 600 in the display area 611 during execution is not limited to this. Further, the display mode of the non-executed display area 612 may be used as it is. In this case, when moving from the non-executed display area 612 to the in-execution display area 611, the display mode may be changed to a more reliable display mode.

  14 and 15, a special chart start memory that is displayed in the notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special chart start memory display area 610 is not displayed. Showed the case. Note that the displays from (a) to (e) shown in FIG. 15 correspond to (a) to (e) in FIG. 14A to 14E show displays on the display device 41, and these displays are controlled by the effect control device 300 based on information from the game control device 100. FIG.

  When the special figure fluctuation display game is started, the fluctuation display of the identification information on the special figure 1 display 51 and the fluctuation display of the identification information in the decoration special figure fluctuation display game on the display device 41 are started (FIG. 15). t1). Then, as shown in FIG. 14A, the reach state is reached after a predetermined time from the start of the special figure variation display game (t2 in FIG. 15), and as shown in FIG. 14B, the predetermined time from the start of the reach state. After that (for example, when developing from the normal reach to the SP reach), the decoration special figure start storage display area 610 is hidden (t3 in FIG. 15). In this non-display state (for example, during SP reach), an effect is produced in which the background image is changed, the character 620 appears, or a sound effect (music, action sound, etc.) is output. In other words, the effect control device 300 serves as a memory display non-display means for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to a non-display state in accordance with a change in the effect mode in the variable display game.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 14 (c), when the special figure start memory that is in the notice display mode in the non-display state occurs (t4 in FIG. 15), the display of the notice display mode and the output of the sound effect are performed at this timing. Do not do. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 14 (d), the result of the special figure variation display game is temporarily stopped in a result-out manner, and the non-display state is ended as shown in FIG. 14 (e) (t5 in FIG. 15). . The temporary stop state is not a state in which the variation display of the identification information is not completed and the result mode is displayed. Therefore, the identification information may change after this. In order to indicate the temporary stop state, the identification information is displayed so as to swing up and down.

  As shown in FIG. 14 (e), on the completion of the non-display state, the decorative special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is displayed in the notice display mode (here, a white star mark). And a sound effect is output. When a special figure start memory that is not displayed in the notice display mode in the non-display state occurs, the decorative special figure start memory display 600 is displayed in the normal display mode based on the end of the non-display state, but no sound effect is output. . After that, the result mode is stopped and displayed (from t6 to t7 in FIG. 15), and the next special figure variation display game is started (t7 in FIG. 15).

  The example shown in FIGS. 13 and 14 shows a state where only the special figure 1 start memory is present. Such a display format includes a special figure 2 starting memory as well as a gaming machine capable of executing two types of special figure fluctuation display games and special figure 2 fluctuation display games as a special figure fluctuation display game as in this embodiment. It can also be used as a display format in a gaming machine that does not digest preferentially or a gaming machine that can execute one kind of special figure variation display game.

  FIG. 16 shows a case where the special figure 2 start memory displayed in the notice display mode in the non-display state occurs. In this case, as shown in FIG. 16B, after the non-display state is ended, the notice display mode corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is displayed in the special figure 2 start memory display area 612b. A sound effect is output at the same time.

  In order to perform the advance notice display in the non-executed display area 612 as described above, the effect control apparatus 300 performs a memory display setting process shown in FIG. In this memory display setting process, first, it is determined whether or not a decoration special figure hold number command has been received (step B01). The decoration special figure hold number command is a command transmitted from the game control device 100 when the special figure start memory is generated. When this decoration special figure reservation number command is not received (step B01; No), the stored number display setting process is terminated. If a decoration special figure hold number command is received (step B01; Yes), a process for obtaining a start opening prize advance notice command is performed (step B02), and it is determined whether or not the memory is a win (step B02). B03).

  In determining whether or not the memory is a win (step B03), is the special chart start memory for executing the special chart variable display game in which the result is a special result mode based on the received start opening prize notice effect command? Determine. In the determination of whether or not the storage is successful (step B03), if the storage is not successful (step B03; No), it is determined whether or not the storage is SP reach (step B04). .

  In the determination of whether or not the memory is SP reach (step B04), it is determined whether or not SP reach occurs in the special figure variation display game based on the special figure start memory based on the received start opening prize notice effect command. To do. In the determination of whether or not the memory is SP reach (step B04), if the memory is not SP reach (step B04; No), whether or not the start memory is being displayed (not being displayed). (Step B15). Further, when the storage is SP reach (step B04; Yes), processing for obtaining a notice determination random number for determining the display mode of the decoration special figure start storage display (step B05) is performed.

  After performing the process (step B05) for obtaining the notice determination random number, in the process (step B06) for determining whether or not the notice is generated from the notice notice table for loss, the obtained notice decision random number is referred to the notice notice table for lose. Decide whether to generate a notice. Further, in the process of determining the notice mode from the losing notice mode sorting table (step B07), the notice mode is determined by referring to the notice format for losing notice mode. Thereafter, a process of setting a lost value to the big hit flag (step B08) is performed, and it is determined whether or not the start memory is not being displayed (step B15).

  In this way, even when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the special figure start memory is lost, the advance notice can be executed, so that the occurrence chance of the advance notice can be increased, and even if the notice is given, the special game is not necessarily performed. Since the situation does not occur, the interest can be enhanced. Further, in the case of SP reach, it is possible to prevent a sense of expectation for the notice from being lowered by generating a notice at the time of losing with a predetermined probability. The notice in this case is for notifying that the midway result mode of the special figure variation display game becomes a reach midway result mode in a so-called reach state. In addition, it can be said that the midway result mode of the special figure variation display game becomes a so-called reach midway result mode and a stop result mode becomes a missed reach result mode. However, since a notice in the same manner as when a reach condition that results in a big hit occurs is executed, it is not clearly noticed of a deviation, but a notice of low reliability is made and it can be indirectly eliminated It is predicted that the nature is high. Note that a notice may be generated even when SP reach does not occur.

  On the other hand, in the determination of whether or not the memory is a win (step B03), if the memory is a win (step B03; Yes), a process of acquiring the number of continuous operations from the start opening winning effect design command (step B09). )I do. In this process, the type of the special result mode in the special figure variation display game based on the start memory is acquired from the start opening prize effect design command transmitted from the game control device 100, and the number of continuous operations (number of rounds, 15R or 2R). Then, it is determined whether or not the acquired number of continuous operations is a predetermined number or more (step B10).

  In the determination of whether or not the acquired number of continuous operations is greater than or equal to the predetermined number (step B10), the number of continuous operations acquired in the process (step B09) of acquiring the number of continuous operations from the start opening winning effect design command is 3 or more. It is determined whether there is any. Note that in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, since the number of rounds is either 15R or 2R, it can be said that it is determined whether or not the number of rounds is 15R. In the determination of whether or not the acquired number of continuous operations is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (step B10), if the acquired number of continuous operations is not greater than or equal to the predetermined number (step B10; No), that is, 2R, start It is determined whether or not the memory is not being displayed (step B15). As a result, when 2R is a big hit, the advance notice is not executed. By doing so, despite the fact that the player's expectation has been raised and the player's expectation has been raised, as a result, a big hit of 2R probability change that is not so advantageous to the player will occur and the dissatisfaction will be raised. Can be prevented.

  Further, in the determination of whether or not the acquired number of continuous operations is a predetermined number or more (step B10), when the acquired number of continuous operations is a predetermined number or more (step B10; Yes), that is, when it is 15R. Then, a process for obtaining a notice determination random number for determining the display mode of the decoration special figure start memory display (step B11) is performed.

  After performing the process of obtaining the notice determination random number (step B11), in the process of determining whether the notice has occurred from the notice distribution table for attrition (step B12), the acquired notice decision random number is referred to the notice distribution table for atari. Decide whether to generate a notice. Further, in the process for determining the notice mode from the attrition notice mode distribution table (step B13), the notice mode is determined by referring to the obtained notice determination random number in the attrition notice mode distribution table. Thereafter, a process for setting the hit value in the big hit flag (step B14) is performed, and it is determined whether the start memory is not being displayed (step B15).

  Note that the attrition notice allocation table has a higher probability of determining the execution of the notice than the lose notice notice distribution table. In addition, the attrition notice mode distribution table has a higher probability of selecting a notice with higher reliability than the losing notice mode distribution table.

  The advance notice in this case is for notifying that the stop result mode of the special figure variable display game becomes the special result mode. In this case, a reach state occurs, so the intermediate result mode of the variable display game is a so-called reach state. It is also for notifying that it will become a result aspect in the middle of reach. However, since a notice in the same manner as when a reach state where the result is out of order occurs is executed, it does not clearly announce a big hit, but a reliable announcement effect is made indirectly and a big hit It is predicted that the possibility is high. Of course, you may make it perform clearly notice of a big hit (so-called confirmation notification).

  In the determination of whether or not the start memory is not displayed (step B15), it is determined whether or not the decoration special figure start memory display area 610 is in a non-display state. In the determination of whether or not the start memory is not being displayed (step B15), if the start memory is not being displayed (step B15; No), processing for setting start memory additional information (step B19) is performed. By setting the start memory addition information, a new decorative special figure start memory display 600 is added to the non-executed display area 612.

  Then, it is determined whether or not a notice has occurred (step B20). In this determination of whether or not a notice has occurred (step B20), a process for determining whether or not a notice has occurred from a notice notice table for losing (step B06) or a process for determining whether or not a notice has occurred from an attrition notice distribution table (step B12). ), It is determined whether a notice has been generated. In the determination of whether or not a notice has occurred (step B20), if the notice has not occurred (step B20; No), the storage display setting process is terminated. In this case, the decorative special figure start memory display 600 is displayed in the normal display mode.

  Further, when the advance notice is generated (step B20; Yes), the process of setting the advance notice information corresponding to the start memory (step B21) is performed, and the storage display setting process is ended. In this case, the decoration special figure is displayed in the notice display mode determined in the process of determining the notice mode from the notice mode for losing notice table (step B06) or the process of determining the notice mode from the notice table for categorizing attrition (step B12). A start memory display 600 is displayed. Further, based on the setting of the notice display information, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect. The notice display information is cleared when a special result mode is derived or when a special figure variation display game based on the special figure start memory in which the notice display information is set is started.

  On the other hand, if the start memory is not being displayed (step B15; Yes) in the determination of whether the start memory is not being displayed (step B15), a process of storing the start memory additional information on hold (step B16) is performed. In this way, by setting the start memory additional information as the on-hold storage, it is possible to prevent the decorative special figure start memory display 600 from being displayed in the non-executed display area 612 in the non-display state. In addition, after the non-display state is finished, the start memory additional information stored on hold is set, and a new decoration special figure start memory display 600 is added to the non-executed display area 612.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not a notice has occurred (step B17). In this determination of whether or not a notice has occurred (step B17), a process for determining whether or not a notice has occurred from a loss notice distribution table (step B06) or a process for determining whether or not a notice has occurred from an attrition notice distribution table (step B12). ), It is determined whether a notice has been generated. In the determination of whether or not a notice has occurred (step B17), if no notice has occurred (step B17; No), the storage display setting process is terminated. In this case, after the non-display state ends, the decorative special figure start storage display 600 is displayed in the normal display mode.

  Further, when the advance notice is generated (step B17; Yes), a process of holding the advance notice display information corresponding to the start memory (step B18) is performed, and the storage display setting process is ended. In this case, the notice display mode determined by the process of determining the notice mode from the notice mode for losing notice table (step B06) or the process of determining the notice mode from the notice table for categorizing attrition (step B12) is held and stored. The In addition, after the non-display state ends, the notice display information stored on hold is set, the decoration special figure start storage display 600 is displayed in the notice display mode stored on hold, and a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect. The

  That is, the game control device 100 and the effect control device 300 serve as memory display control means for displaying the start memory on the variable display device. Further, when the start control memory is generated, the effect control device 300 is displayed by the memory display control means (game control device 100, effect control device 300) based on the determination result of the prior determination means (game control device 100). The display mode of the starting memory is displayed in a display mode (preliminary display mode) different from the normal display mode, thereby providing a notice unit capable of suggesting the result of the variable display game. In addition, when the start memory to be notified is generated, the effect control device 300 serves as a notification effect means for performing an auxiliary effect that can notify that effect.

  By controlling the display of the decorative special figure start memory display 600 as described above, the player can be surely recognized that the start memory to be notified is generated, and the expectation can be enhanced. That is, by changing the decoration special figure start memory display 600 displayed on the display device 41 to the non-display state according to the change in the effect mode in the special figure fluctuation display game, regardless of the special figure start memory (for example, The screen can be changed over the entire screen including the decoration special figure start storage display area 610, and the decoration effect relating to the special figure variation display game can be efficiently performed. In addition, the special figure starting memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure starting memory displayed in the notice display mode generated in the non-displaying state is displayed after the non-displaying state is finished, so that the special figure subject to the notice is displayed. Since it can be emphasized that the start memory has been generated, the player can be surely recognized that the special figure start memory to be notified is generated, and the expectation can be enhanced.

  In addition, by outputting the sound effect as an auxiliary effect, it is possible to make the player recognize that the start memory for the advance notice has occurred. Further, when the screen is changed (for example, the screen change due to the occurrence of special reach), the sound effect relating to the special figure variation display game is often output. Is output, so that both sound effects can be output efficiently without interfering with the sound effects of the special figure variation display game.

  As described above, the variable display device (display device 41) capable of displaying the variable display game based on a plurality of identification information, and the start right for executing the variable display game within the predetermined upper limit range as the start memory And a start storage means (game control device 100) capable of storing a game machine that generates a special game state that is advantageous to the player when the result of the variable display game is in a special result mode determined in advance. The memory display control means (game control device 100, effect control device 300) for displaying the start memory on the variable display device, and the result of the variable display game corresponding to the start memory stored in the start memory means is the variable display game. And a pre-determining means (game control device 100) for pre-determining before execution of the game, and when a start-up memory occurs, the memory display control The notice mode (effect control device 300) that can suggest the result of the variable display game by displaying the display mode of the start memory displayed by the means in a display mode different from the normal display mode, and the change of the effect mode in the variable display game And a memory display non-display means (effect control device 300) for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to a non-display state in response to the notice means when the start memory to be noticed occurs. Includes a notice effect means (effect control device 300) that performs an auxiliary effect that can notify that effect, and the notice effect means notices while the start-up memory is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means. When the target start memory is generated, the auxiliary display is executed after the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the memory display non-displaying means.

  Further, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs the auxiliary effect by outputting the sound effect.

  The start memory displayed on the display device 41 is changed to the non-display state according to the change of the effect mode in the special figure variation display game such as the change of the background image or the appearance of the character. In addition to changes in image content such as scene changes, background changes, character changes / appearances / movements, etc., it may include effects such as concealing members such as shutter devices in front of the screen to hide part or all of the screen good. Further, although the auxiliary effect is output as a sound effect, it may be an image change such as a character action display, a background change, or a decoration LED light emission. Moreover, you may combine these.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is different in the display method of the decorative special figure start memory display 600 after the non-display state ends.

  FIG. 18 shows a case where a special figure start memory that is displayed in the notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special figure start memory display area 610 is not displayed. . FIG. 18A shows a state in which the result of the special-figure display game is temporarily stopped just before the end of the non-display state, and this state is the same as FIG. 14D. is there. Further, the display modes before this are the same as the display modes shown in FIGS.

  As shown in FIG. 18 (a), after the result of the special figure variation display game is temporarily stopped in the non-display state in a result mode of losing, the non-display state is ended as shown in FIG. 18 (b). In the gaming machine of this modification, immediately after the end of the non-display state shown in FIG. 18 (b), the decorative special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is not displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 18C, after the end of the non-display state, after a predetermined delay time elapses, as a supplementary effect, a decorative special figure start memory corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state A display 600 is displayed and a sound effect is output.

  Such control does not display the timing of setting the information after releasing the hold of the start storage additional information (step B16) or the notice display information (step B18) held in the storage display setting process shown in FIG. It can be realized by performing after a predetermined delay time has elapsed after the end of the state.

  By adopting such a display mode, an effect is performed avoiding when the player's viewpoint is not fixed due to a screen change (return), so that the player can be more sure that the special drawing start memory to be notified has occurred. Can be recognized. In particular, if the player forgets the state of the special figure start memory before the non-display state, the special figure start memory that existed before the non-display state of the special figure start memory that occurred during the non-display state Even if it is displayed at the same time as the end of the non-display state, it is difficult for the player to determine which of the displayed special figure start memories occurred during the non-display state. It is not possible to clearly notify the occurrence of start memory at. However, after the end of the non-display state, by displaying the special figure start memory generated during the non-display state after a predetermined delay time has elapsed, it is possible to clearly notify the occurrence of the special figure start memory during the non-display state. It becomes like this.

  From the above, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs an auxiliary effect after a predetermined time has elapsed since the non-display state was canceled.

  It should be noted that only when the special figure start memory generated during the non-display state is a notice target, the corresponding special figure start memory display 600 is displayed after a predetermined time has elapsed since the non-display state was canceled. good. In addition, when a plurality of special figure start memories are generated during the non-display state, it corresponds after a predetermined time has elapsed since the non-display state was canceled only when the special figure start memories to be notified are included. The decorative special figure start memory display 600 may be displayed. Further, when a plurality of special figure start memories are generated during the non-display state, each of the special figure start memory displays 600 is displayed when the corresponding special figure start storage display 600 is displayed after a lapse of a predetermined time after the non-display state is canceled. The display timing of the figure start memory display 600 may be shifted.

  In addition, when the notice effect means performs an auxiliary effect after the elapse of a predetermined time after the non-display state is canceled, if a special figure start memory for the advance notice is newly generated during the predetermined time, it is scheduled to be executed first. After the supplementary effect, the supplementary effect corresponding to the new special drawing start memory may be performed. In this way, the adverse effects caused by providing the predetermined time can be eliminated, and a plurality of auxiliary effects can be executed efficiently. In addition, if a special figure start memory for a new notice is generated during execution of an auxiliary effect, if an auxiliary effect corresponding to a new special figure start memory is immediately performed, it overlaps with the first auxiliary effect execution. Although there is a possibility that the auxiliary effect cannot be performed efficiently, in this case as well, after the first auxiliary effect is executed (the time difference of a predetermined period may be set), the auxiliary effect corresponding to the new special chart start memory is executed. You may make it do. In this way, the same effect as described above can be obtained.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is different in the display method of the decorative special figure start memory display after the non-display state ends.

  FIG. 19 shows a case where a special figure start memory that is displayed in a notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special figure start memory display area 610 is not displayed. . Note that FIG. 19A shows a state in which the result of the special figure variation display game is temporarily stopped in an outlier state immediately before the end of the non-display state, and this state is the same as FIG. 14D. is there. Further, the display modes before this are the same as the display modes shown in FIGS.

  As shown in FIG. 19 (a), after the temporary map change display game results are temporarily stopped in the non-display state, the non-display state ends as shown in FIG. 19 (b). In the gaming machine of this modification, immediately after the end of the non-display state shown in FIG. 19B, the decorative special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is not displayed. An effect image 621 corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the display state is displayed. This effect image 621 is a display showing the number of special figure start memories generated in the non-display state. Here, two special image start memories are generated in the non-display state by displaying two effect images 621. It shows that.

  Then, after the image shown in FIG. 19 (b) is displayed for a predetermined time, as shown in FIG. 19 (c), the effect image 621 corresponding to the special figure start memory previously generated in the non-display state is displayed in the unexecuted display area. Then, the operation moves to 612, and a change operation display is performed on the decorative special figure start memory display 600. At this time, when the special figure start memory is displayed in the notice display mode, the display changes to the notice display mode when the effect image 621 changes to the decorative special figure start memory display 600. Thus, the presence of the special figure start memory that may be the target of the notice can be notified, and if it is the special figure start memory that is the target of the notice, the fact can be notified. That is, the effect image 621 is an auxiliary effect. Furthermore, when it becomes a notice display mode, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect.

  After performing the display shown in FIG. 19 (c), an effect image 621 corresponding to the special figure start memory that occurred later in the non-display state is displayed as a non-executed display as shown in FIG. 19 (d). It moves to the area 612 and performs a change operation display on the decoration special figure start memory display 600. At this time, if the notice display mode is set, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect.

  As described above, since the effect image 621 for notifying that the special figure start memory has been generated in the non-display state is displayed on the display device 41, the auxiliary effect is performed by displaying the operation of the effect image 621. It is easy to notify that the special figure start memory to be notified is generated, and it is possible to increase the player's sense of expectation and interest.

  From the above, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) displays the effect image 621 for notifying that the start memory has been generated on the variable display device (display device 41), and then displays the operation display of the effect image 621. By doing so, an auxiliary effect is performed.

  The effect image 621 may be displayed with a predetermined delay time from the end of the non-display state by combining the configurations of the first modification described above. By doing in this way, it becomes possible to make a player recognize more reliably that the start memory of the notice subject has occurred.

  Next, a third modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is different in the display method of the decorative special figure start memory display after the non-display state ends.

  FIG. 20 shows a case where a special figure start memory that is displayed in a notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special figure start memory display area 610 is not displayed. . Note that FIG. 20A shows a state in which the result of the special figure variation display game is temporarily stopped in the result mode of losing just before the non-display state ends, and this state is the same as FIG. 14D. is there. Further, the display modes before this are the same as the display modes shown in FIGS.

  As shown in FIG. 20 (a), after the result of the special-figure display game is temporarily stopped in a non-display state, the non-display state ends as shown in FIG. 20 (b). Note that the execution display area 611 is omitted here. In the gaming machine of this modification, immediately after the end of the non-display state shown in FIG. 20 (b), among the special figure start memories generated in the non-display state, first, the special figure start storage corresponding to the previously generated special figure start memory is handled. A decoration special figure start memory display 600 (decoration special figure start memory display 600 shown as 1 in the figure) is displayed.

  Then, after the display shown in FIG. 20 (b) is performed, a special time difference is set, and as shown in FIG. 20 (c), the second special occurrence that occurred in the special drawing start memory that occurred in the non-display state. A decorative special figure start storage display 600 (decorative special figure start storage display 600 shown in the figure) corresponding to the figure start storage is displayed. At this time, if the notice display mode is set, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect.

  In this way, by sequentially displaying the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state, it is possible to notify the existence of the special figure start memory that may be the target of the advance notice, and further, the special figure start memory that is the subject of the advance notice. In this case, the player can be surely recognized which special figure start memory is the subject of the notice. In other words, displaying the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state sequentially provides an auxiliary effect.

  From the above, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs the auxiliary effect with a time difference for each start memory when a plurality of start memories are generated during the non-display state. It will be.

  Note that, after the non-display state is finished, when the decorative special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory is sequentially displayed, it may be displayed together with the action display of the character. At this time, the possibility and the type of the notice display mode may be suggested by the difference in the character's motion mode. In addition, after the non-display state is finished, when the special figure start memory display 600 corresponding to the special figure start memory is sequentially displayed, the special figure start corresponding to the special figure start memory generated before the non-display state is entered. The display may be sequentially performed one by one including the storage display 600.

  Next, a fourth modification of the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is different in the display method of the decorative special figure start memory display after the non-display state ends.

  FIG. 21 shows a case where a special figure start memory that is displayed in a notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special figure start memory display area 610 is not displayed. . FIG. 21 (a) shows a state in which the result of the special-figure display game is temporarily stopped just before the non-display state ends, and this state is the same as FIG. 14 (d). is there. Further, the display modes before this are the same as the display modes shown in FIGS.

  As shown in FIG. 21 (a), after the result of the special-figure display game is temporarily stopped in the non-display state, the non-display state ends as shown in FIG. 21 (b). Note that the execution display area 611 is omitted here. In the gaming machine of this modification, immediately after the end of the non-display state shown in FIG. 21 (b), even if the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is displayed in the notice display mode, the normal display mode Is displayed (decoration special drawing start storage display 600 shown as an object of notice in the drawing).

  Then, as shown in FIG. 21C, when the special figure start memory is generated after the non-display state is ended (start winning is generated) and the decorative special figure start memory display 600 is displayed, in the non-display state. When the generated special figure start memory is displayed in the notice display mode, the decoration special figure start memory display 600 changes to the notice display form. In addition, when changing to the notice display mode, a sound effect is output as an auxiliary effect. Note that FIG. 21C shows the execution of the next special figure change display game after the special figure change display game in which the non-display state has occurred, and the left end of the non-execution display area 612 in FIG. This is a state in which the special figure start memory corresponding to the displayed decorative special figure start memory display 600 is digested. Therefore, the special figure start memory (decorative special figure start memory display 600 shown as a notice target in the figure) generated in the non-display state is displayed shifted to the left by one.

  In this way, by making it possible to change to the notice display mode triggered by the start winning that occurs after the non-display state is canceled, it is possible to notify the existence of the special figure start memory that may be subject to the notice. In addition, in the case of special figure start memory that is subject to advance notice, the effect will be performed at the start winning prize that the player pays attention to, and the player is more surely recognized that the special figure start memory that is subject to advance notice has occurred. It becomes possible to make it. That is, changing to the notice display mode in response to a start winning that occurs after the non-display state is canceled serves as an auxiliary effect.

  From the above, the notice effect means (the effect control device 300) performs the auxiliary effect in response to the start winning that occurs after the non-display state is canceled.

  Note that the start winning that triggers the execution of the auxiliary effect may be a start winning that first occurs after the non-display state ends, or may be a start winning after that. Also, a start prize (a start prize that overflows) generated when the special figure start memory number is the upper limit may be used. In particular, when the subject of the advance notice is the fourth special figure start memory, it is triggered by a start winning that becomes an overflow.

  In addition, a predetermined monitoring period may be set after the non-display state ends, and if no start prize is generated during the monitoring period, an auxiliary effect may be performed after the monitoring period has elapsed. The end of the monitoring period can be arbitrarily set, for example, the elapse of a predetermined time or the start of the special figure fluctuation display game after the special figure fluctuation display game in which the non-display state has occurred.

  In addition, when there is no special figure start memory immediately before the non-display state and the special figure start memory is generated in the non-display state (when the notice target includes the first special figure start memory), the special figure start is started. All of the memory or the special figure start memory that occurred first among the special figure start memories may not be displayed as in this modified example, but as in the above-described embodiment or modified example. good. This is because such a special figure start memory is immediately digested with the start of the next special figure variation display game, and the period for changing to the notice display mode is short. Also, even when the notice target is the first special figure start memory, when displaying in the normal display mode once as in this modification, the notice display mode is changed in the display area 611 during execution (omitted here). You may make it make it the display mode in the display area 611 during execution after displaying. In addition, when a predetermined monitoring period is set after the non-display state is finished, and the start prize is not generated in the monitoring period, and the auxiliary effect is performed after the monitoring period has elapsed, the end of the monitoring period is the special figure. Try to be before starting memory is digested. That is, an auxiliary effect is performed before the special figure start memory is updated after a predetermined time has elapsed.

  Next, a fifth modification of the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is different in the display method of the decorative special figure start memory display after the non-display state ends.

  FIG. 22 shows a case where a special figure start memory that is displayed in a notice display mode in the non-display state is generated in a predetermined reach in which the decorative special figure start memory display area 610 is not displayed. . In FIG. 22, there is one special figure start memory before the start of the special figure change display game that is in the non-display state, and the special figure change display game is started based on the special figure start display memory (t1). The number of special figure starting memories is zero. Note that, until the timing (t7) at which the special figure change display game that is in the non-display state is finished, the example shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 is the same as the example shown in FIG.

  When the special figure fluctuation display game is started, the fluctuation display of the identification information on the special figure 1 display 51 and the fluctuation display of the identification information in the decoration special figure fluctuation display game on the display device 41 are started (t1). Then, the reach state is reached after a predetermined time from the start of the special figure variation display game (t2), and the special figure start storage display area 610 is hidden after a predetermined time from the start of the reach state (t3). .

  Then, when the special figure start memory that is in the notice display mode in the non-display state occurs (t4), the display of the notice display mode and the output of the sound effect are not performed at this timing. Thereafter, the result of the special figure variation display game is temporarily stopped in a result mode of losing, and the non-display state ends (t5). Based on the end of the non-display state, a notice display mode corresponding to the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is displayed and a sound effect is output.

  Here, there is no special figure start memory immediately before the non-display state, and the special figure start memory is generated in the non-display state, and the special figure start memory is displayed in the notice display mode. If there is, the stop time for displaying the result mode is extended from the normal stop time (t6 to t7) to the extended stop time (t6 to t8). Whether or not to extend the stop time is determined when the change display of the special figure change display game is stopped (t7).

  By extending the stop time in this way, even if the special figure starting memory is used, the period for displaying the notice display mode is shortened as soon as the next special figure variation display game is started and the period for displaying the notice display mode is shortened. The person can surely recognize the notice display mode.

  From the above, when the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs the auxiliary effect, the stop time of the variable display game is extended.

  If there are a plurality of special figure start memories that occurred in the non-display state, the stop time will be extended if the first special figure start memories that are generated are displayed in the notice display mode. Alternatively, the stop time may be extended when any special figure start memory is displayed in the notice display mode. In addition, regardless of the number of special figure starting memories immediately before entering the non-display state, if the special figure starting memory generated in the non-display state is displayed in the notice display mode, the stop time must be extended. Also good. Thereby, the notice display mode can be shown to the player for a long time. In addition, regardless of whether or not the special figure start memory occurs during the non-display state, and whether or not the special figure start memory is subject to the advance notice, it stops at all of the special figure variation display games with the non-display state The time may be extended.

  In addition, when there is no special figure start memory immediately before the non-display state and the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state is displayed in the notice display mode, in addition to extending the stop time. Then, after the notice display mode is displayed for a predetermined time in the display area 611 during execution, the display mode in the display area 611 during execution may be used.

  Next, a sixth modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine according to the present modified example has a probability (preliminary) that the decoration special figure start memory display 600 is a notice display mode with the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state and the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state. The execution probability of the suggestion is made different.

  Such control includes a process for determining whether or not a notice has occurred from the notice table for losing in the memory display setting process shown in FIG. 17 (step B06), and a process for determining whether or not a notice has been issued from the notice table for distributing notice (step B12). ), The table can be changed depending on whether or not it is in a non-display state, and the prior-proposed execution probability can be changed.

  In such control, for example, the probability that the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state makes the decorative special figure start memory display 600 the notice display mode is higher than the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state. If it is made to raise, a player's stoppage in a non-display state can be prevented. In particular, if the non-display state is set during the reach or the special reach, it is possible to prevent stoppage during the reach and prevent a reduction in the operation rate, which is extremely effective for the game store. In addition, the effect is further increased if the fact that the probability that the decoration special figure starting storage display 600 is set as the notice display mode is high is notified.

  For example, when the special figure start memory generated in the non-display state increases the probability that the decorative special figure start storage display 600 is set as the notice display mode than the special figure start storage generated in the non-display state. The execution probability of prior suggestion when the result is a big hit may be increased, or the execution probability of prior suggestion when the result is out of order may be increased, or both.

  From the above, when the start memory is generated while the start memory is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means (effect control device 300), the notice means (effect control device 300) This means that the execution probability of the prior suggestion for the start memory is increased.

  In the above-described embodiment and each of the modified examples, the special notice variation display game is displayed in a special result mode while the decoration special figure start storage display 600 is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means. In this case, an auxiliary effect may be performed during the suspension period of the special figure variation display game (during the period when the special result mode is stopped and displayed). Note that, in the case of control in which the decoration special figure start storage display 600 is not performed during the stop period of the special figure variation display game that is normally a special result mode, an auxiliary effect may be forcibly performed during the period. . In this way, it is possible to prevent the auxiliary effect scheduled to be executed from becoming invalid due to the establishment of the special result mode. Also, when the special result mode is stopped so that the period for stopping display is longer than that when the special result mode is out, or when the special result mode is stopped in the same manner as when the special result mode is out, the auxiliary effect is executed. It is also possible to extend the stop time of the special result mode only.

  Also, when performing a preliminary announcement (auxiliary effect) by canceling the non-display state, an effect sound that is different from the sound effect at the time of the preliminary notification without a hidden state (differing in tone, volume, melody, etc.) is output during the auxiliary effect. If this is done, it can be clearly notified that the advance notice has been made. It should be noted that the sound effect may be output even when the start prize is not given, and in this case, the sound effect when the auxiliary effect is performed is made different.

  Further, when the special figure start memory to be notified is generated in the non-display state, the storage display non-display unit may advance the release of the non-display state of the decorative special figure start storage display 600 by a predetermined time. In this way, it is possible to show the player for a long time the state in which the decoration special figure start memory display 600 has been changed to the notice display mode by the prior suggestion. In addition, when a notice (preliminary suggestion) is made with one special figure start memory, that one special figure start memory will be immediately erased by the start of the next special figure variation display game, Although there is a possibility that the player cannot reliably recognize that the advance notice has been made, such a problem can be solved by advancing the release timing of the non-display state.

  The notice effect means is configured to be able to execute the auxiliary effect in a plurality of effect modes, and the first effect mode that is selected only when the special figure variation display game becomes the special result mode among the plurality of effect modes. (A so-called premier effect mode) and a second effect mode that is selected even when it does not become a special result mode are included, and the result of the special figure variation display game based on the special map starting memory of the prior suggestion target is the special result mode In such a case, the probability of selecting the first effect mode may be higher in the case of the auxiliary effect with the cancellation than in the case of the auxiliary effect without the cancellation of the non-display state. In this way, it is possible to increase the expectation for the special figure starting memory that occurs when the screen changes. In addition, it is possible to prevent stopping when the screen changes.

  In addition, when the auxiliary effect is performed with sound effects, the sound effects related to the special figure fluctuation display game are not output or the sound effect is low during a predetermined period (for example, during temporary stop) from the release to the non-display state. It may be. Normally, when outputting a warning sound at the time of starting winning a prize, even when other sound effects such as during reach are output, if this is done, the effect sound of the auxiliary effect can be emphasized, and the effect effect is increased.

  The gaming machine 10 as described above includes a variable display device (display device 41) capable of displaying a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information, and a predetermined upper limit number using a start right for executing the variable display game as a start memory. And a start storage means (game control device 100) capable of storing within the range, and when the result of the variable display game becomes a predetermined special result mode, a special game state advantageous to the player is obtained. The game machine to be generated includes a memory display control means (game control device 100, effect control device 300) for displaying the start memory on the variable display device, and a variable display game corresponding to the start memory stored in the start memory means. Based on the determination result of the prior determination means (game control device 100) that determines the result in advance before the execution of the variation display game and the start memory, A notice means (effect control device 300) capable of suggesting the result of the variable display game by displaying the display mode of the start memory displayed by the memory display control means in a display mode different from the normal display mode, and an effect mode in the variable display game Storage display non-display means (effect control device 300) for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to a non-display state according to the change of the display device, and the notice means has a start memory to be a notice object. When it occurs, it includes a notice effect means (effect control device 300) that performs an auxiliary effect that can notify that effect, and the notice effect means is in the non-display state of the start memory by the memory display non-display means. If a start memory that is subject to advance notice occurs in the meantime, the auxiliary display is executed after the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the memory display non-displaying means.

  Accordingly, the notice means includes notice effect means for performing an auxiliary effect that can be notified when the start memory to be noticed occurs, and the notice effect means is stored by the memory display non-display means. If the start memory to be notified is generated during the non-display state, the auxiliary display is executed after the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the storage display non-display means. Thus, it is possible to reliably recognize that the start memory to be notified is generated, and to enhance the expectation.

  In other words, since the memory display non-display means for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to the non-display state according to the change of the effect mode in the variable display game is provided, the start memory display is converted into the non-display state Thus, the screen can be changed regardless of the start memory (for example, the entire screen including the display area of the start memory), and the decoration effect regarding the variable display game can be efficiently performed. And by providing the notice effect means, even if the start memory of the notice target is generated while the display of the start memory is in the non-display state, it is emphasized that the start memory of the target of the notice has subsequently occurred. Therefore, the player can be surely recognized that the start memory to be notified is generated, and the expectation can be enhanced.

  Further, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs an auxiliary effect by outputting sound effects.

  Therefore, the notice effect means performs the auxiliary effect by outputting the sound effect, so that the player can be surely recognized that the start memory for the notice object has occurred. Further, by providing the notice effect means, no problem occurs even if the start memory display is converted to the non-display state by the memory display non-display means, regardless of the start memory (for example, the display area of the start memory) The screen can be changed (in the entire screen including), and the decoration effect relating to the variable display game can be efficiently performed. In addition, when a screen change is performed (for example, a screen change due to occurrence of special reach), a sound effect relating to a variable display game is often output, but according to the present invention, the sound effect is not disturbed. Can be output efficiently.

  Further, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) displays an effect image 621 for notifying that the start memory has been generated on the variable display device (display device 41), and then displays the operation of the effect image 621. Auxiliary production is performed.

  Accordingly, the notice effect means performs the auxiliary effect by displaying the effect image 621 for notifying that the start memory has been generated on the variable display device, and then performing the operation display of the effect image 621. It is possible to notify that the start memory has been generated, and it is possible to increase the player's expectation and fun after enhancing it.

  Further, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs an auxiliary effect after a predetermined time has elapsed since the non-display state was canceled.

  Accordingly, the notice effect means performs an auxiliary effect after a predetermined time has elapsed after the non-display state is canceled, so that the effect is performed while avoiding the case where the player's viewpoint is not determined by the screen change (return), and thus more reliable. It is possible to make the player recognize that the start memory to be notified is generated.

  In addition, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) is configured to perform an auxiliary effect with a time difference for each start memory when a plurality of start memories are generated during the non-display state.

  Therefore, when a plurality of start memories are generated while in the non-display state, the notice effect means performs an auxiliary effect with a time difference for each start memory. The player can be surely recognized whether or not.

  Further, the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs an auxiliary effect in response to a start winning that occurs after the non-display state is canceled.

  Therefore, the notice effect means performs an auxiliary effect in response to a start winning that occurs after the non-display state is canceled, so that the effect is performed at the start winning that the player pays attention to, and the notice is given more reliably. It is possible to make the player recognize that the target start-up memory has occurred.

  Further, when the notice effect means (effect control device 300) performs an auxiliary effect, the stop time of the variable display game is extended.

  Therefore, when the notice effect means performs the auxiliary effect, the stop time of the variable display game is extended, so that the state in which the display of the start memory is changed by the prior suggestion can be shown to the player for a long time. In addition, when a notice is made with only one start memory, the start memory is immediately erased by the start of the next variable display game, and it is ensured that the notice has been made. However, since the stop time is extended in the present invention, such a problem can be solved.

  Further, when the start memory is generated while the start memory is in the non-display state by the storage display non-display means (effect control device 300), the notice means (effect control device 300) responds to the start memory. The execution probability of prior suggestion is increased.

  Therefore, when the start memory is generated while the start memory is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means, the notice means increases the execution probability of the prior suggestion for the start memory. It is possible to prevent the player from stopping in the state. Note that if the non-display state is set during the reach or the special reach, it is possible to prevent the stoppage during the reach and prevent the operation rate from being lowered, which is extremely effective for the game shop. Note that the effect is further increased if the fact that the execution probability is high is notified.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above-described embodiment as a gaming machine, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use this game ball.

  In addition, it 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.

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Claims (2)

A variable display device capable of displaying a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information; and a start storage means capable of storing a start right for executing the variable display game as a start memory within a predetermined upper limit range. In the gaming machine that generates a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the result of the variable display game becomes a special result mode determined in advance,
Storage display control means for displaying the start-up memory on the variable display device;
A pre-determining means for predetermining the result of the variable display game corresponding to the start memory stored in the start storage means before the execution of the variable display game;
When the start-up memory occurs, the display mode of the start-up memory displayed by the storage display control unit is displayed in a display mode different from the normal display mode based on the determination result of the prior determination unit. Notice means that can suggest the results of
Memory display non-display means for changing the start memory displayed on the variable display device to a non-display state in response to a change in the effect mode in the variable display game;
With
The notice means includes notice effect means for performing an auxiliary effect capable of notifying that when a start memory to be noticed occurs,
The notice effect means is
If a start memory to be notified is generated while the start memory is in the non-display state by the memory display non-display means, the non-display state of the start memory is canceled by the memory display non-display means. Then, after displaying the effect image informing that the start-up memory has occurred on the variable display device, the auxiliary effect that displays the operation of the effect image is executed.   The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein when the notice effect means performs the auxiliary effect, the stop time of the variable display game is extended.

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